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Instructions for bathing
4. Instructions for bathing
Water temperatures in whirlpools are significantly higher than those for
instance of whirlpools. This is so, because it is through the combination of
heat and the movement of the water that the desired feeling of relaxation
can be achieved. However, this may cause increased pressure on the
circulation. Therefore, in order to ensure safe bathing, always observe the
following rules and follow these instructions for water maintenance.
Water temperature
The water temperature should be set at approximately 36° C. Higher
temperatures can cause circulatory problems and lead to fatigue - lower
temperatures of, for example 32°-33° C have an invigorating and refreshing
effect. The ideal temperature will naturally depend on the constitution of
each individual.
Duration of baths
The higher the temperature of the water, the less time should be spent in
the water. If the water is 36° C the bathing time should be approximately 20
minutes, if the water is 38° C, no more than 10-12 minutes.
Taking a break
Each bath should be followed by a cool-down period of the same length of
time. This can be done either by going out into the fresh air or by taking a
swim in a cool pool.
Showering before bathing Before entering the whirlpool, be sure to
shower thoroughly. Otherwise the high temperature of the water means
that impurities in the water will have to be treated with correspondingly
high amounts of disinfectant.
Sauna and Whirlpool
The combination of sauna and whirlpool is only recommended for people
whose constitution can really tolerate it. In any event, it is important to
include a cooling off period between baths.
To be avoided
Never bathe after consuming alcohol, immediately after meals, with cold or
flu symptoms and in no circumstances if suffering from a heart condition.
Bath salts, oils or foams
should never be used in a whirlpool. These can cause excessive foaming or
remain in the pipes and jets and pollute them.
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