Field Survey on Use of Home Mist Bathing

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  • 家庭用ミストサウナの使用に関する実態調査
  • カテイヨウ ミストサウナ ノ シヨウ ニ カンスル ジッタイ チョウサ

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The aim of the present survey was to ascertain the status of mist sauna use, the actual physiological and psychological effects of regularly taking mist sauna baths, and the issues surrounding use among residents of homes installed with a mist sauna device. More than three-quarters of residents (77.0%) who chose themselves to have a mist sauna device installed took mist sauna baths. Among those who use the mist sauna, psychological and physiological effects include relaxation, relief of fatigue, sweating and relief of dryness. However there are also residents who choose not to use the mist saunas provided. Reasons for not using the mist sauna included associated energy costs and time expenditure, in addition to a lack of understanding of mist bathing methods. These findings suggest that in order for mist saunas to be applied to regular bathing, there is a further need for instruction regarding temperature settings, bathing time, and bathing methods using the mist sauna (concurrent use with tub bath or shower etc.) that enable the achievement of the desired effects. To this end, further investigation is required regarding individual differences in physiological and psychological effects of mist sauna use.

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