Please read this list carefully and then indicate if any of the following apply to you:
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Are you taking any medications? (ie. warfarin, beta blockers, diuretics or barbiturates)
Individuals who are using prescription drugs should seek the advice of their personal physician or a pharmacist for possible changes in the drugs effect when the body is exposed to infrared energy. Diuretics, barbiturates and beta-blockers may impair the body’s natural heat loss mechanisms. Some over the counter drugs such as antihistamines may also cause the body to be more prone to heat stroke.
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Have you been diagnosed with any medical conditions that may limit or prevent your ability to sweat?
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Do you suffer from Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis?
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Do you suffer from a Central Nervous System Tumour or Diabetic Neuropathy?
Chronic Conditions/Diseases Associated with a Reduced ability to Sweat or Perspire Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous System Tumors and Diabetes with Neuropathy are conditions that are associated with impaired sweating. Consult your health care practitioner before using a Sunlighten Sauna.
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Do you have low or high blood pressure?
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Do you suffer from Congestive Heart Failure?
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Do you have a Pacemaker or defibrillator?
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Do you suffer from any chest discomfort or heart conditions?
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Have you been diagnosed with any other medical condition?
Individuals with cardiovascular conditions or problems (hypertension/hypotension), congestive heart failure, impaired coronary circulation or those who are taking medications, which might affect blood pressure, should exercise extreme caution when exposed to prolonged heat. Heat stress increases cardiac output, blood flow, in an effort to transfer internal body heat to the outside environment via the skin (perspiration) and respiratory system. This takes place primarily due to major changes in the heart rate, which has the potential to increase by thirty (30) beats per minute for each degree increase in core body temperature.
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Are you haemophiliac or prone to bleeding?
The use of Infrared should be avoided by anyone who is predisposed to bleeding.
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Do you have a fever?
An individual that has a fever SHOULD NOT use any type of infrared sauna.
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Are you Pregnant, or breastfeeding?
Pregnant women should consult a physician before using our infrared saunas. Excessive body temperatures have a potential for causing fetal damage during pregnancy.
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Have you had a recent joint injury (past 72hrs) that is still hot and swollen?
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Have you had a recent surgery?