Short-term effects of Finnish sauna bathing on blood-based markers of cardiovascular function in non-naive sauna users
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DOI: 10.1007/s00380-018-1202-9
Abstract: Emerging evidence suggests that sauna bathing is associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular and all-cause mortality events. However, the biochemical pathways by which sauna bathing might confer its effects on cardiovascular function are not certain.… read more here.
Keywords: effects finnish; finnish sauna; sauna; cardiovascular function ... See more keywords
Intermittent post-exercise sauna bathing improves markers of exercise capacity in hot and temperate conditions in trained middle-distance runners
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DOI: 10.1007/s00421-020-04541-z
Abstract: Purpose This study investigated whether intermittent post-exercise sauna bathing across three-weeks endurance training improves exercise heat tolerance and exercise performance markers in temperate conditions, compared to endurance training alone. The subsidiary aim was to determine… read more here.
Keywords: sauna; exercise; sauna bathing; post exercise ... See more keywords
Modification of blood serum DSC profiles by sauna treatments in cross-country skiers during the exercise cycle
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DOI: 10.1007/s10973-020-10162-7
Abstract: The study has evaluated the effect of sauna treatments on the blood serum of professional cross-country skiers (3 women and 6 men) during two exercise sessions: the first without any treatments and the second after… read more here.
Keywords: sauna treatments; sauna; cross country; blood serum ... See more keywords
Recovery from sauna bathing favorably modulates cardiac autonomic nervous system.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2019.06.011
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Sauna bathing is becoming a common activity in many countries and it has been linked to favorable health outcomes. However, there is limited data on the heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV)… read more here.
Keywords: sauna bathing; sauna; hrv; nervous system ... See more keywords
Sauna-Induced Fatal Rhabdomyolysis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2018.08.008
Abstract: Rhabdomyolysis is characterized by skeletal muscle cell damage leading to the release of toxic intracellular material into the blood circulation. Its major causes include trauma, significant exertion, hypoxia, drugs, toxins, infections, and metabolic disorders. Acute… read more here.
Keywords: induced fatal; sauna; sauna induced; rhabdomyolysis ... See more keywords
3-Week passive acclimation to extreme environmental heat (100± 3 °C) in dry sauna increases physical and physiological performance among young semi-professional football players.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2021.103048
Abstract: This manuscript aims to evaluate the influence of a novel passive heat acclimation program among human participants in the physical performance, as well as in several physiological parameters. 36 male football players were acclimated using… read more here.
Keywords: sauna; extreme; football players; performance ... See more keywords
The impact of age on the vascular response to acute sauna exposure
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DOI: 10.1152/physiol.2023.38.s1.5731904
Abstract: Passive heat exposure has been shown to be a promising method to improve endothelial health. Sauna usage specifically, has been linked to reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in young and middle-aged populations. Increases in blood… read more here.
Keywords: exposure; age; physiology; heat ... See more keywords
Correlations between Repeated Use of Dry Sauna for 4 x 10 Minutes, Physiological Parameters, Anthropometric Features, and Body Composition in Young Sedentary and Overweight Men: Health Implications
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DOI: 10.1155/2019/7535140
Abstract: Background The effect of thermal stress on the physiological parameters of young overweight and sedentary men who sporadically use the sauna remains insufficiently investigated. Aim The aim of the study was to determine the effect… read more here.
Keywords: body mass; sauna; body composition; physiological parameters ... See more keywords
Some like it hot: Cardiovascular health benefits of Finnish sauna
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DOI: 10.1177/2047487317742501
Abstract: In Finland, sauna bathing has been practised for centuries, either for pleasure, but more importantly also for reasons of hygiene and maintenance of health. Many curative and magical effects have been attributed to its practice… read more here.
Keywords: finnish sauna; sauna; cardiology; disease ... See more keywords
Regular sauna use shown to decrease risk of first-time stroke
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DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0000000000005597
Abstract: It is commonly known that specific behaviors, such as getting regular physical exercise, eating a healthy diet, and avoiding smoking, can reduce the risk of stroke.1 However, stroke remains the second leading cause of death… read more here.
Keywords: sauna; risk stroke; sauna use; regular sauna ... See more keywords