Sauna Sessions
Saunas are a traditional healing practice. The sauna at Mother Nature Heals is a traditional Finnish sauna. Regular sauna use may assist the following:
Promote weight loss
Relieve stress and muscle tension
Assist cardiovascular health
Enhance lymphatic flow
Promote clarity of the skin
Reduce chronic pain and fatigue
Decrease respiratory illness
Promote clearance of toxins
Sauna FAQ’s
What do I bring?
2 towels, bathers and a water bottle. If you wish you may have a shower afterwards
How can I book?
To book your sauna session, or sauna package, please contact Bec on 0400 616 911. Please see the prices page for more information.
Who cannot use a sauna?
It is advisable not to use a sauna if you have the following:
High blood pressure
History of heart attack
If you are pregnant or <6 weeks postpartum
If you are unwell or taking antibiotics
If you have alcohol in your system
Sauna cautions & contraindications
Please note the following listed conditions are considered contraindications for the use of saunas. Severe
medical conditions will require a note of authorisation from your doctor prior to the use of the sauna.
Medications:
Diuretics, barbiturates, blood thinners and beta-blockers may impair the body’s natural heat loss
mechanisms. Anticholinergics such as Amitriptyline may inhibit sweating and can predispose individuals to heat
rash or to a lesser extent heat stroke. Some over-the-counter drugs, such as antihistamines, may also cause
the body to be more prone to heat stroke.
Pregnancy:
If you are pregnant you are not permitted to use the sauna for your own safety.
Cardiovascular Conditions:
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 caution when exposed to prolonged heat. Heat stress increases cardiac output and 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.
Individuals with a Pacemaker should discuss with their doctor prior to entering a sauna.
Alcohol:
Intoxication and high intake of alcohol on the previous day may cause a negative reaction in the body when exposed to high heat. Alcohol has the ability to increase the heart rate which may be increased further by heat stress. Clients who appear intoxicated or inform us of alcohol consumption prior to use of the sauna will forfeit their scheduled appointment and no refund or credit will be issued.
Chronic Conditions/Diseases associated with reduced ability to sweat or perspire:
Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous System tumours and Diabetes with neuropathy are conditions that are associated with impaired sweating.
Haemophiliacs:
The use of infrared saunas should be avoided by anyone who is predisposed to bleeding.
Fever or illness:
An individual who has a fever or a sickness should not use an infrared sauna until the fever and/or sickness subsides.
Joint Injury:
If you have a recent (acute) joint injury, it should not be heated for the first 48 hours after an injury
or until the swollen symptoms subside. If you have a joint or joints that are chronically hot and swollen, these
joints may respond poorly to vigorous heating of any kind.
If you do have a medical condition, please consult with your doctor if in any doubt about your safety.
Client Information
Please read the following information carefully before signing your online form.
1. Informed Consent
1.1 I have read the advisements and contraindications for Finnish Sauna use. I have no conflicts for use as
described in the advisements and contraindications, or I have provided a doctor’s release authorising
use. I consent to the sauna session and confirm that I am at least 18 years of age.
1.2 I understand that this is not intended to take the place of medical care or medications. I clearly confirm
that I have read the advisements and contraindications, and that I do not have any contraindications to
the sauna. I understand that I take full responsibility for my own health and well-being.
1.3 I understand that the services I am receiving are not intended to treat any medical condition or take the
place of medical care or medications. I release Rebecca from all liability associated with using the sauna.
2. Policies on fees & disclosed information
2.1 I understand that appointments not attended or cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a
charge and that payment is required at the time of consultation.
2.2 I have disclosed any past or current illness, surgery, previous trauma, medications, drug use and any
known health risks in the forms provided.
3. Sauna use agreement
3.1 Discontinue the use of the sauna if you experience any pain and/or discomfort, or feel light-headed,
dizzy or heat exhausted.
3.2 Clients are required to sit on a clean towel during their sauna session.