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Relax with Hot Tubs in Scotland

Scotland may be beautiful but is not renowned for its hot weather, so it is especially delightful to slip into a hot tub even on the coldest of days. The heat and massage offered by the hot tub brings a range of health and relaxation benefits which are second to none. Hot tub therapy is now a recognised form of treatment for a number of health issues. Stiff and sore muscles, aches and pains, problems with blood circulation and arthritis can all be significantly eased by regular use of a hot tub. However you do not require to have any of the above ailments to enjoy the relaxation and pampering a hot tub offers.

Hot tubs in Scotland are a godsend for people who have trouble sleeping. The gentle stimulation of the water jets before bed drains the tension right out of the body sending you peacefully into the land of nod. Recent medical tests suggest that quarter of an hour in a hot tub an hour before bed leads to significantly improved sleep.

Because water disperses mass, our bodyweight is lessened by 90% when we are submerged in water, making the hot tub ideal for taking pressure off sore and inflamed joints. The UK Arthritis Foundation agrees that a reduction in arthritic pain which makes it easier to carry out daily tasks is indeed a benefit gained from therapies such as those offered by hot tub treatment.

Hot tubs in Scotland help greatly those who suffer from high blood pressure. This works because the movement and heat of the water allows blood vessels to widen and therefore the pressure can lower. Other hot tub benefits include boosting the digestion and immune systems due to the soft stimulation of the nerve impulses in the body.

Regular hot tubs improve Type 2 Diabetes

Climb in a hot tub for just half an hour daily for the duration of 4-weeks minimum will help to reduce blood sugars in diabetic sufferers. In addition to this massive benefit, relaxing regularly in the hot tub also helps diabetic sufferers to lose weight and experience enhanced sleep patterns.

The caveats are few but these do include taking it slowly when leaving the hot tub as you may not be aware of a decrease in sugar; also be careful to avoid burns to the feet. Type 2 sufferers should speak to their healthcare provider before using the hot tub.

 

 

Hot tubs in Scotland ? No, it’s not a joke! Hot tubs are a perfect way to warm up through the Scottish winters. Visit www.hotspringcentral.co.uk for details about hot tubs in Edinburgh and Glasgow.