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Hot tubs with jets: The best hot tubs for hydrotherapy
Hot tubs with jets: The best hot tubs for hydrotherapy
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Written by Kimberly Giraldo
Updated over a week ago

There is no end to the pleasure and relaxation that a hot tub can provide. Hydrotherapy has many benefits for your body and mind. If you are looking to experience some of the benefits of hydrotherapy, you’ve probably considered a hot tub with jets. If you’ve already done some research about hot tubs with jets, you may have come to realize that not all hot tubs with jets can deliver the same quality of hydrotherapy.

This article covers the many types of hot tub styles as well as the differences in hot tub jets. It will help guide you to make the right hot tub purchase for you based on the type of hydrotherapy you’re looking for.

What types of hot tubs have jets?

There are three common types of hot tubs including:

-Portable hot tubs

-Inflatable hot tubs, also called blow-up hot tubs

-In-ground hot tubs

However, each of these types of hot tub styles is different and delivers hydromassage in its own unique way. Here is a brief description of each:

•Portable hot tubs with jets

Portable hot tubs are also referred to as above-ground hot tubs. This is the type of hot tub that most people envision when they think of a typical hot tub. Portable hot tubs are also synonymous with the warm bubbling water created by powerful, high-performing jets.

A luxury hot tub from a premium brand can deliver a true hydromassage experience that can leave you feeling relaxed, reenergized, and rejuvenated from head to toe after your soak. If you are seeking a hot tub with jets for this very reason, a portable hot tub with high-performing jets is likely the best option for your needs.

•Inflatable, or blow-up, hot tubs with jets

Quite frankly, it is rare, if not impossible, to find an inflatable hot tub with jets that deliver true hydrotherapy. Most inflatable hot tubs on the market have blowers that create air bubbles to simulate the sensation and water movement of a traditional hot tub with jets. However, these bubblers don’t have the performance level or power to deliver true hydrotherapy that can ease tension and soothe sore muscles.

•In-ground hot tubs with jets

Most in-ground hot tubs are equipped with fewer and less powerful jets than high-quality portable hot tubs. The jets of an in-ground hot tub are typically powered by a single-speed pump, which can also impact the quality and pressure of the hydrotherapy.

What are the benefits of hot tubs with jets?

A high-quality hot tub with jets can deliver unparalleled hydromassage that can ease tension, relax your body, calm your mind, and even help with pain relief. You may have heard that soaking in a hot tub with jets can have benefits, but you may not know the extent of how that can improve your quality of life. Read on to learn about just a few ways that a hot tub with jets can enhance your well-being.

Cleveland Clinic reports hydrotherapy can temporarily help relieve:

-Pain

-Stiffness

-Swelling

-Muscle Pain

The organization also states hydrotherapy “can provide symptomatic relief” to people with conditions such as:

-Osteoarthritis

-Fibromyalgia

-Parkinson’s disease

-Neuropathy

-Multiple sclerosis

-Cerebral palsy

While there are proven health benefits, many Jacuzzi® Hot Tub owners report a variety of other wellness perks such as:

•Recovering from physical stress and tension

•Enjoying self-care

•Feeling a sense of calm and a sense of peace

•Having a place of their own to relax and reconnect

•Unwinding to support mental health

•Having something to look forward to

•Experiencing family connection

What are the best hot tubs with jets?

If you are looking for a hot tub with underwater jets, you can’t go wrong by investing in a luxury hot tub that has specialty jets designed to target and soothe specific areas of your body. Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs are equipped with a variety of specialty jets, each that has been uniquely designed to deliver hydrotherapy to specific muscles and areas of your body.

For example, Jacuzzi® Hot Tub seats are sculpted with an ergonomic focus to cradle the contours of your body. The versatile and specialized Jacuzzi® PowerPro® Jets are recessed for your total comfort and thoughtfully positioned to effectively target key muscles.

Because everyone’s hydrotherapy needs and preferences are different, Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs’ jets are designed to allow you to customize the intensity of each touchpoint. Individual seat air control also allows you to dial the air and water power up or down, which gives you exactly the right massage pressure you’re looking for.

A few of the unique Jacuzzi® PowerPro® Jets and their distinct purposes include:

MX —

-The original performance therapy jet

-A completely adjustable nozzle featuring a 60-degree range of focus

-Produces bold high-volume massage action

RX —

-A powerful steady pulse against large portions of the back

-Focuses on middle and upper back muscle tension relief

-Full coverage massage

FX —

-Exclusive spiral design focuses on smaller muscle groups

-Stimulates pressure points in the shoulders, back, and feet

-Spiral flow drives energetic impact

NX —

-Highly focused stream of water targeting the neck

-Massages tension and strain in the sensitive neck area

-Personalize the massage direction by moving the nozzle

Depending on the Jacuzzi® Hot Tub model you choose, your hydrotherapy can feature a variety of these jets for a complete head-to-toe massage experience.

Innovation in hot tubs with jets

If you are looking for a whole new frontier in wellness when it comes to hot tubs with jets, you may also be interested in learning about the power and benefits of Infrared (IR) and Red Light therapy. Certain Jacuzzi® Hot Tub models deliver first-of-its-kind innovations in hydrotherapy with the FX-IR seat, which features a variety of FX and NX jets as well as IR lights. Powerful jets deliver the therapeutic benefits of hydromassage. Meanwhile, the rejuvenating power of Near Infrared targets deep tissue within the lumbar region of your lower back and the regenerative qualities of Red Light therapy reach surface tissues and cells.

This unique combination of hydromassage plus Infrared and Red Light therapy leaves you feeling refreshed and invigorated long after your hot tub session.

The Jacuzzi® J-LX® Collection

If you’re seeking the very latest in hot tubs with jets, combined with the soothing power of water in the way only the Jacuzzi® brand delivers it, you may consider a model in the Jacuzzi® J-LX® Collection. These sleekly designed models boast a modern yet timeless style that complements any home or backyard setting. The Jacuzzi® J-LX® Collection features the FX-IR Seat with IR and Red Light therapy that combines full back and neck hydromassage. The models in this collection feature a combination of additional Jacuzzi® PowerPro® Jets and specialty Jacuzzi® PowerPro® RX Jets for the ultimate experience.

Models in the Jacuzzi® J-LX® Collection include the Jacuzzi® J-LX, with open seating for six to seven, and the Jacuzzi® J-LXL, with seating for five to six and a lounger. Soon after the Jacuzzi® brand introduced its Infrared and Red Light therapy in the J-LX® Collection, it also made the technology available in select models of its elegant J-400™ Collection. Models in this collection also feature a wide variety of unique jets and configurations to provide the one-of-a-kind hydrotherapy.

Where can I find hot tubs with jets?

If you are looking for a high-performing hot tub with jets from a luxury brand, you may want to peruse the brand’s website. Oftentimes you can find a spa dealer locator. This tool can help you find a hot tub dealer in your neighborhood that may carry the brand and model you are looking for. If you are open to discovering brands and models of hot tubs with jets, a visit to a reputable hot tub showroom can be an educational and eye-opening experience.

During your visit, you can explore different brands and see some of their top models on display. As you peruse your choices, you can also speak with a knowledgeable hot tub dealer who can help answer your questions and direct you to a hot tub that might be suited for your needs.

Ultimately, it’s ideal to have a few of your dream features and top priorities in mind for your future hot tub before you make a trek to a spa showroom. This way, you can maximize your trip and get the most out of your experience there. In addition to wanting a hot tub with jets, you may also consider other features that can enhance your soaking experience such as waterfalls, lighting, sound systems, seating options (including loungers) as well as design and style elements.

Remember the functional aspects that can also make your life as a hot tub owner easier such as high-performing water care systems and filtration systems as well as other equipment that takes the hassle out of maintaining and managing your hot tub. Ask your spa dealer about hot tubs with jets and some of these other wonderful features.

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Medical disclaimer: This information is not intended to prescribe a particular diagnosis or course of action. We are not medical professionals. Please contact your GP or other medical professional for advice if you have any concerns about your current health or well-being.

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