CCT672 months ago

Infrared sauna is only slightly less heat than traditional sauna, it’s still extremely hot. As heat stimulates enlargement/swelling of lymphatic vessels which for many lymph patients translates to increased pain, you may find sauna rather unhelpful. I personally wouldn’t go near it, too risky.

lovesradio2 months ago

I would echo CCT67's response, I was told saunas in general were a 'no' for lymphoedema for exactly the reasons stated.

Lynora2 months ago

It may be slightly ‘less hot’ but it penetrates further, stimulating the blood vessels. Not recommended for lymphoedema patients.

YouToo2 months ago

Thanks for the replies. I’m always looking for an easy answer but I think I’ll give the infared a miss.

Shaz0928 days ago

sorry to sound silly. This must include steam rooms as well then? When I was on holiday last summer I used the steam room after going in the gym... Bad idea then... Just because it was there. I use to use it all the time at my old gym 😔

Lynora in reply to Shaz0927 days ago

Yes, sadly, steam rooms/saunas/hot tubs are not recommended for lymphoedema patients.

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