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Thursday, January 10, 2008

Hot Tubs - A New Take On An Old Favourite

By Nathan Bamber

We all understand what it's like returning home after a hectic day and longing for some rapid relaxation and relief from stress. Countless people prefer to opt for that swift 'pick me up' drink; As an alternative why not soak away your stresses? One of the finest ways you are able to sit outside and take pleasure in your back patio is to install a hot tub and let the refreshing water wash away the stresses and strains of the day.

People have valued the therapeutic effects of natural hot and cold spring water for thousands of years. The Romans constructed baths all over their vast empire, not just for the health benefits but also to create a meeting place to discuss the events of the day.

Hippocrates prescribed bathing and drinking spring water for its therapeutic effects in the 4th century B.C. Water healing or hydrotherapy has been used effectively in Europe for thousands of years.

Thanks to the efforts of the Jacuzzi brothers; a massive spa and hot tub industry with numerous manufacturers has developed for the benefit of consumers. The brothers understood the advantages of moving warm water at an early stage and went on to develop a pump that would evolve into the jets in a standard hot tub. From these early beginnings the hot tubs of today are very high tech with the jets placed in just the right position for optimum relief.

The most modern hot tubs may contain many special features like music, television and lighting. These features can be operated via remote control which may also be used to switch the hot tub on prior to use. Hot tubs come with a variety of seating positions and are well suited for the treatment of minor conditions like minor coughs and colds. When using a hot tub the ideal duration should be about twenty minutes with the water coming up to shoulder height for the optimum effect.

Hot tubs work by circulating air & warm water through a system of high pressure jets to provide beneficial stimulation of the muscles and relaxation of the body. The jets are situated to target particular muscle groups simultaneously. They may be positioned to operate in a set pattern with an injection of air which provides the bubbling, tingling effect.

They can be directed to stream in a moving pattern and air can be injected for a tingling, bubbling sensation. You can concentrate these jets in a particular body part just as a massage therapist could do as well. Do you feel the knots in your neck? Position the jets to pulsate on those knots and you will feel better.

Water has such great therapeutic properties its no wonder that more people are buying spas and hot tubs for their master baths or backyards. You can find tubs that are just for the two of you if you are empty nesters, or look for one that is big enough for the whole family and the neighborhood. Never underestimate the benefits from the warm water when it comes to relieving stress. Dont let the stresses of the world ruin the end of your day. Get in your spa or hot tubs and just enjoy.

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