There are a number of different health benefits from using a sauna. Remember that this is a factor in deciding which type of sauna you buy. While all three types of saunas (traditional, steambaths, and infrared) will provide benefits, the traditional sauna is the hottest of the three, and this higher heat may be better in some cases. Here are some of the common benefits associated with a sauna.

High heat helps relieve pain, joint aches, and muscle aches by expanding the body’s blood vessels and helping blood circulate better. This allows more oxygen to get to the aching or injured parts of your body, reducing the pain you feel and actually helping your body heal more quickly. For those with long-term muscle injuries or those needing to recover from a major accident, a sauna may help relieve a lot of pain.