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Our son has found that very hot baths with epsom salt help a him a bit. He is able to stay up and about for about 1-2 hours after a bath. We know he needs to detox as his LLMD is taking him off ABX for 3 weeks to do a detox cleanse.
It was suggested by someone we buy a Far infrared sauna. I would like to hear from anyone who can share their experiences with this type of sauna. Thank you!!
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Hi, We are also looking at these. Can some folks recommend brands/vendors?
There is the portable 1 person version where your head sticks out - cheapest option.
There are huge differences in price and they seem to be related to 1) hemlock vs. western red cedar and 2) quality of construction.
The glass doors are cheaper to install than wood, so that is why so many have lots of glass.
Can someone explain how a FIR sauna feels different than a regular heat sauna? My husband doesn't think he will like the FIR sauna, but it sounds like that is what is helpful with Lyme.
thx, racer
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Our chiropractor was the one who mentioned that this might be good for our son. He said that it is a gradual rising of body heat and that it detoxes gently, but is very effective. He owns and uses this one: http://www.thebeewellcompany.com/Products/FIR%20Sauna/fir%20sauna.htmlPosts: 54 | From Texas | Registered: Oct 2010
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My LLMD recommended the FIR sauna. I use muscle testing to determine when to use it and right now I'm not able to use it.
GIGI has some posts in the archives on mobilization of heavy metals and safety of FIR sauna.
I bought my sauna used off Craigs list.
My husband doesn't have lyme and he says the FIR sauna makes him tired. It doesn't make me tired but I did notice that after a sauna I had grey bath water for awhile. I think the FIR sauna jump starts detox through the skin for me. I usually don't detox through the skin very well.
You don't need to use high temps with a FIR sauna. Just enough to sweat for 20 min or so.
Terry I'm not a doctor
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I would avoid anything on eBay. You don't know where this stuff is coming from. Remember the Chinese drywall issues?
There is also the choice of carbon fibre or ceramic. Carbon fibre is newer technology and there are less hot spots.
If you are going to buy one of these things, email the company and see what their communication skills are like.
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Definitely try one out somewhere before you spend the money on one.
I spent over $1000 on mine and can hardly use it. Makes me feel like crap ( well...crappier than I already feel ).
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Sometimes mine makes me feel better, other times it makes me feel worse the next day. I think it depends on my flair cycle.
I do feel worse if I'm not properly hydrated. And I never do it when I feel crappy.
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Here is a link to a bunch on Ebay. I got mine on ebay about 4 years ago and it's my BEST friend. I like that I don't have to breath the hot air - I can't tolerate breathing hot air.
I use my sauna 2 to 3 times per week for 45 min full blast.
I have the tent type one with a ceramic heater - they look to be apx. $250.00 now.
This is the BEST thing I've ever purchased for myself
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I drink electrolytes and trace minerals while I'm in the sauna. This is very importatn.
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Infrared sauna has been great for me. Unfortunately, no place in my city has one, so I haven't been able to use one for awhile A friend of mind has the same one your chiropractor recommends and she likes it a lot. Good reviews on Amazon too:
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I would avoid anything on eBay. You don't know where this stuff is coming from. Remember the Chinese drywall issues?
There is also the choice of carbon fibre or ceramic. Carbon fibre is newer technology and there are less hot spots.
If you are going to buy one of these things, email the company and see what their communication skills are like. [/QB]
I've recommended the ebay saunas to lots of people who are very happy with them. I've never felt anything but MUCH better right after I get out of my sauna and then the next day.
I originally bought this as a temporary thing to see if I liked it and was going to invest in something more expensive. After four years of LOTS of use I am beginning to wear it out and I will be replacing it with another just like it!
I also know a lot of people that really like their wood saunas. You have to be careful that the wood is the right kind and also the glue can be toxic. I wish I could comment more on this but I haven't done the research on this type of sauna since I am happy with mine.
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An ND sells the same saunas sold on ebay. There's nothing wrong with them. Nobody's had problems.
Seller "Decorate with Daria" has the best prices. Make sure they have the carbon FIR panels and the ceramic heater. This seller offers free shipping, to. Should cost roughly 225 out the door.
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Wow, that is cheap! Excellent price assuming the heaters work and it's in good condition. If I lived in Houston I'd be sitting in that thing by now. Wonder what shipping would be on that?
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I think when I bought mine I probably used an over abundance of caution. I buy a lot of things off of ebay. For large purchases I always ask a few questions. If they don't answer I don't buy because I'm not sure they would honor their warranty. None of the eBayers answered my questions.
And I was concerned with outgassing from the material it was made from. I read some reports that some saunas were using particle board and that bothered me. I know how bad that stuff smells.
I've been told that all wooden FIR saunas are made in China. I don't know if that's true, but I couldn't find any that weren't. I know mine was. Nothing against China, I just don't trust their building materials.
I sure as heck wish I didn't have to spend that kind of money. And it was a gamble because it might have hurt me more than helped me.
I now know plenty of people who have bought all kinds of saunas on ebay. None of them have had a problem. I guess all that matters is that they heat you up without outgassing...
They sure do make you feel good.
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Rule out KPU/HPU before using FIR sauna. Increased blood circulation, good in itself, also mobilizes toxic metals and chemicals, all neurotoxins. Mobilizing does not necessarily mean it is leaving the body. Make sure not to cause you more problems - .
Same problem if you are or have turned allergic to toxic metals, which always are a part of Lyme. Mobilizing metals by any means when the body cannot regulate them, i.e. is allergic to them and does not recognize them, is damaging in the long run. I haven't met anyone in 13 years who has Lyme and no metal problem. Check out Allergie Immun here. Please do. The best sauna backfires if you have either KPU (many do) and/or the body has lost the ability to regulate/ has turned allergic or always was allergic to foods, chemicals, emotional blockages, etc.
Take care.
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