Infrared Sauna and Parkinson

[Thetans]

Hi All, Has anyone tried using the infrared sauna to improve the symptoms of Parkinson?

[PDTom]

I bought one for myself... but no one has noticed any changes in the Parkinson's symptoms...

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[PixelPaul]

I used an infrared sauna daily for about 6 months as part of a mold detoxification process. During that time I didn't notice any changes in my PD symptoms.

[Smittybear7 in reply to PixelPaul]

What else did you do for mold detoxification?I worked in a school that was closed for black mold. I have afar dry infrared sauna. Appreciate your help! Thanks in advance. What tests did you use to determine mold toxicity?

[PixelPaul in reply to Smittybear7]

I had a mold test done by Great Plains Labs, you can order one online. The test results showed very high levels of Gliotoxin. To detox, my functional medicine doctor had me do a daily sauna as well as take charcoal and bentonite clay. A retest after six months showed my Gliotoxin to be zero, so my doc clearly knew what she was doing.

[bigl62 in reply to PixelPaul]

Did you feel better after detox?

[PixelPaul in reply to bigl62]

A bit better, but not as much as I would have thought.

[LAJ12345 in reply to PixelPaul]

Did you have any diet changes too? I had a high result on that test but don't know where it has come from

[PixelPaul in reply to LAJ12345]

No dietary changes.

[kaypeeoh]

It might depend on the wavelengths of light. I have a far infrared sauna which relaxes my back but does not change PD symptoms.

[Gymsack]

does the infrared sauna,make you feel better in any way? Would it be the same benifet provided by any kind of sauna ? I have a small ceder shed in the back yard that would be dead easy to convert. I think I would like a humid sauna instead of dry heat. Are there any problems with saunas and PD. Sorry if I stole your post. We are still talking saunas though.

[FightTheGoodFight in reply to Gymsack]

Hi Gymsack, I am jealous, I would love my personal sauna on my property. I would build out a dry sauna in a heartbeat in your situation. Before choosing dry/wet/infrared I'd read up on the health benefits of each (Rhonda Patrick on youtube is a great place to start).

If it were me, I'd build a dry sauna and dedicate 30 mins a day for the rest of my life - I believe the benefits to your quality of life will outweigh the expense and time

As to your question - any problems with PD via sauna, I've not read or seen any, but maybe try out a sauna several times before committing to building your own.

[PDWarrior1900]

Yes! I have a home infrared sauna. I have a large one with glass walls so i enjoyably watch a movie while I sweat for 90 minutes or more. If you've read the research, a sauna is supposed to activate/ stimulate "heat shock proteins" in our brains. 'Sauna" is only one of over 40-50 supplements/ devices/ gadgets/ and other therapies that I use so I have no clue as to if 'any' of them are helping me. Officially I am NOT dx'd because the neuro/MDS I saw things (in so many words) that I'm nuts... "OCD" is what his report said. It's too long to go into the details now... but I have PD and and I have a terrible doc, too.

I love love love the sauna (a couple of times a week) and a FREEEEEEEZING cold shower after the sauna is the most STIMULATING thing (well... almost, lol)!

[Annieartist]

I use an infrared sauna blanket- don’t know if it improves my PD symptoms but it improves my mood, sense of well being etc - I love it

[joyachoice in reply to Annieartist]

could you please tell what is the brand of your infrared sauna blanket and provide a link if possible. Thank you

[Annieartist in reply to joyachoice]

uk.mihigh.com

Mihigh

[LeharLover62 in reply to joyachoice]

I like this one so far: LifePro Far Infrared Sauna Blanket - Portable Infrared Sauna for Home Relaxation - Sauna Blanket - Infrared Blanket Sauna with 77–176 °F Temp Range a.co/d/gMVWeG9

[LeharLover62]

Hubbies Movement Disorder specialist has one we can use at his practice. Here’s a blurb from the info he provided us:

“Since getting outside and exercising intensely and regularly is difficult, consider regular use of a far-infrared (FIR) sauna which emulates daytime infrared sun exposure and provides many benefits similar to moderate to intense exercise: Start supervised far-infrared (FIR) saunatherapy at least 3-5 times a week, 30-60 minutes per session as tolerated, as an anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and immune boosting modality. Regular sauna usage lowers blood pressure and improves: multiple anabolic hormones and growth factors; cardiovascular health; restorative sleep; as well as cognitive, behavioral and physical function. “