Different cultures at different times have made use of steam's beneficial effect on the human body. Modern massage salons also offer visitors this type of service, a gift from Eastern culture.
A Special Bath
The main difference between the hammam and the more familiar Finnish and Russian versions is its lower temperature range. The remarkable sensation of a warm cloud is created by 100 percent humidity. Safety is ensured by the gentleness of the steam (from 30 to 65 degrees), which is quite comfortable even for people who don't tolerate traditional steam rooms well. In the homeland of this type of relaxation, an entire day is dedicated to the ritual.
Several separate rooms each have their own microclimate. And in the main hall, different zones also have this property. This allows the body to warm up gradually, without stress on the internal organs and skin. Breathing is light and pleasant. The marble benches where visitors rest stay consistently warm and offer pleasant sensations.
The Treatment Sequence
- Half an hour is spent getting used to the warm air.
- Cleansing procedures take place in the steam room with light exfoliation and hot water.
- The Turkish Bath - Hammam is known for its soap massage, performed at the third stage.
- A relaxing manual treatment using oil relieves tension and has a beneficial effect on overall well-being.
- Rest with herbal or green tea.
Beneficial Properties
- Relieving tension in the muscle tissue.
- Normalizing nervous system function (effects of stress and insomnia go away).
- Gentle warming of internal organs and skin.
- Stimulating normal cardiovascular system function.
- Eliminating congestion in the abdomen and pelvic area.
- Easing the effects of salt deposits and arthritic conditions, blocking rheumatic pain.
- Restoring muscles after significant strain.
- Speeding up recovery processes after injuries.
- Stimulating metabolic processes and the breakdown of fat tissue.
- A beneficial effect on the respiratory system in cases of bronchitis.
- Deep skin cleansing, normalizing the function of the sebaceous glands.
- SPA procedures promote overall rejuvenation and normalization of well-being.
Contraindications
- Acute respiratory infections.
- Cardiovascular and skin diseases.
- Mental health issues.
- Tendency toward asthma attacks.
- Chronic conditions.