Health Benefits

When you own a sauna, it’s easy to hop in and have a great session every day. But, it’s also quite easy to let the little bit of maintenance you should do slide down the “to do” list to the bottom. While there’s not much to taking care of a sauna, keep in mind the … Read More

One of the exciting options for more homeowners remodeling a bathroom is the addition of a sauna to their home. Gone are the days when a jetted tub is a top option for a bathroom update; instead, having a custom sauna retreat is rapidly rising to the top of the list. When you have a … Read More

Terrific news for sauna enthusiasts! July 1st marks the beginning of a new relationship for Oregon Hot Tub with Finnleo® Saunas—the world’s top selling sauna brand. After a number of years selling Helo Saunas, Finnleo’s sister brand, we are now offering traditional steam & infrared saunas from the premier sauna brand in the industry. Why … Read More

A study performed at the University of Toyama in Japan reported on by New Scientist, a British science magazine, suggests that sauna use may help those with chronic heart failure. Forty-one participants suffering with chronic heart failure were asked to bathe in a sauna for fifteen minutes five days a week. Once the sauna session … Read More

Springtime is associated with new beginnings. The energy of the season is vigorous and dynamic, therefore bringing about conditions favorable for profound growth. While winter was a time for conservation and hibernation, spring is a time of renewal, regeneration, and revival as is witnessed all throughout nature. During this time, the seasonal energy tends to move up and out. … Read More

Many health providers have discovered a terrific new way to service their patients and clients while improving their bottom line. The answer? Portable infrared saunas. For a massage therapist, adding an infrared sauna to your practice is a no-brainer. Your client can enjoy a 20-minute session in the infrared sauna prior to a rub. This … Read More

February is American Heart Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. In fact, one in every three deaths is attributed to heart disease and stroke—equal to 2,200 deaths per day. There are a lot of known ways to keeping yourself heart … Read More

Well, this is certainly a sign of the times. People are starting to search out ways to disconnect and find peace and quiet for their lives.  At the end of December, The New York Times published an article in their Opinion Pages by Pico Iyer. In his article, he recounted some of the ways people are … Read More

While there are more and more Americans discovering the desire to own and enjoy a sauna at home every day, many are still unfamiliar with the best way to use a sauna to get maximum health and relaxation benefits. Here are some answers to common questions we’re asked about regular sauna use. How hot should … Read More

For the Finns, much of the Yuletide celebration takes place not on Christmas Day itself, but instead on December 24th, Christmas Eve. In Turku, which is the former capital of Finland, noon on Christmas Eve signifies the beginning of a 20 day period known as “Christmas Peace”. This declaration dates back to the 13th century, … Read More