Resources and links

Sauna Benefits for Cardiovascular and Immune Health

• Laukkanen, T., & Laukkanen, J. (2018). “Sauna bathing is associated with reduced cardiovascular risk and all-cause mortality.” Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
• Hussain, J., & Cohen, M. (2018). “Clinical effects of regular dry sauna bathing: A systematic review.” Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

Hydrotherapy and Mental Well-being

• Söderlund, A., & Söderlund, S. (2020). “The impact of hydrotherapy on physical and mental health: Review of clinical studies.” Journal of Physical Therapy Science.
• Patrick, R. (FoundMyFitness) on thermal therapy’s effects on mental clarity and brain health.

Cold Exposure and Inflammation

• Hoffman, M., & Kang, J. (2012). “The role of cryotherapy in recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage.” Sports Medicine.
• Tipton, M., & Collier, N. (2019). “Acute cardiovascular and inflammatory responses to cold-water immersion.” The Journal of Physiology.

Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques in Spa Settings

• Kabat-Zinn, J. (1990). Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness.
• Sharma, M., & Rush, S. E. (2014). “Mindfulness-based stress reduction as a stress management intervention for healthy individuals.” Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine.

Skin Health and Detoxification through Saunas and Hydrotherapy

• Hannuksela, M., & Ellahham, S. (2001). “Benefits and risks of sauna bathing.” The American Journal of Medicine.
• Gagnon, D., & Kenny, G. (2012). “The role of thermal therapy in detoxification and skin health improvement.” Journal of Applied Physiology.

Sleep Benefits of Thermal Therapy

• Horne, J. A., & Reyner, L. A. (1999). “Improving sleep quality through exposure to thermal variation.” Journal of Sleep Research.
• Söberg, S. (Researcher on thermal therapy), on alternating hot and cold therapy cycles supporting better sleep patterns.

Spiritual and Psychological Benefits of Rest and Reflection

• Pargament, K. I., & Exline, J. J. (2007). Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy: Understanding and Addressing the Sacred.
• Koenig, H. G. (2012). Spirituality and Health Research: Methods, Measurements, and Outcomes.