As a new Jacuzzi® brand hot tub owner, it’s important to test out different water temperatures from the get go. While 104° is accepted maximum, below that there’s no “right” or “wrong” water temperature; it’s more about finding one that gives you the best experience. Once you’ve settled on your ideal temperature, you can fully unlock the healing power of hot water to treat everything from muscle pain to insomnia. Here’s how to find the ideal hot tub water temperature, as well as some background on hydrotherapy, or the use of heated water for health benefits.
WATER TEMPERATURE QUICK FACTS
The majority of hot tub users prefer a water temperature in the range of 100°F-102°F.
104°F is the standard maximum temperature, which some users also prefer.
Always consult a physician before getting in the hot tub while pregnant.
Children under age 5 should not be in hot tubs over 95°F, and should only remain in hot tubs for 5-10 minutes at a time.
FINDING THE IDEAL TEMPERATURE FOR YOU
Finding the proper temperature for your hot tub is essential to getting the most out of your hot tub experience. As a new owner, we recommend experimenting with various water temperatures while the entire family is present. Once you find a temperature that everyone agrees on, keep it within that range, as continuously raising and lowering the heat can increase operational costs and add wear. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, the water temperature of a hot tub is best between 100°F and 102°F.
THE HISTORY OF HYDROTHERAPY
History has shown that water is the ultimate therapist, as the healing benefits of hydrotherapy date back thousands of years and across many of the world’s oldest cultures. Ancient Egyptians bathed in heated waters treated with flowers and herbs, the Greeks believed that water therapy was essential to optimal health and the Romans used heated pools and steam to treat a wide range of medical conditions. The health benefits of hydrotherapy, both mental and physical, haven proven themselves across the ages as a remedy for common ailments ranging from joint pain to insomnia.
THE POWER OF HYDROTHERAPY TODAY
Jacuzzi® hot tubs have popularized the ancient practice of hydrotherapy for a new age, while also making its health benefits more powerful than ever. Hot tubs have been found extremely useful in treating physical ailments such as muscle and joint stiffness, inflammatory diseases and even spinal pain. Hydrotherapy also works wonders for your mental well-being, as even a quick ten minute dip helps everyday stress to evaporate. If you suffer from insomnia, hot tubs can better prepare you for sleep by relaxing your body and lowering your internal body temperature once you get out.
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