FAQ

HOW DOES SALT THERAPY WORK?

A machine called a halogenerator grinds salt to the size of 1-5 micrometers to produce a dry salt aerosol. The generator is placed on the outside wall of the salt room. While sitting in the room for 45 minutes the fine salt aerosol is able to travel to the deepest part of the lungs in addition to other parts of the respiratory tract. As salt enters the lungs and respiratory tract it dissolves bacteria and pollutants and works to expel mucous and open constricted airways.

WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS AND AILMENTS THAT CAN BE TREATED BY SALT THERAPY?

• Allergies

• Asthma

• Breathing difficulties/ chest tightness

• Bronchitis/ chronic bronchitis

• Cold/Flu prevention

• COPD

• Ear infections

• Hay fever

• Rhinitis

• Smoker's cough

• Wheezing

• Stress and fatigue

• Rosacea

• Psoriasis

• Helps fight against Skin Aging

• Acne

• Dermatitis

• Dry and Flaky Skin

• Eczema

IS SALT THERAPY SAFE FOR CHILDREN?

It is definitely safe children. There are no potential harmful effects. The treatment is completely natural and in fact, children often respond to treatment faster than adults.

HOW MANY SESSIONS DOES A PERSON NEED TO TAKE/ HOW OFTEN DO YOU NEED SESSION?

This varies widely among individuals, and the condition being treated is a big factor. Some conditions and milder symptoms will improve or dissipate within just a couple sessions. You may have some relief after one session; however, for the best results we recommend a series of treatments. Those with chronic conditions most likely need to come twice a week for the first 6-8 weeks. Those who come for stress relief and relaxation simply come as often as they like. For many conditions, after a series of sessions, symptoms subside and relief can last for several months before another session is needed. It can be also be used as a preventative measure to strengthen the immune system against colds, coughs, and sinusitis.

WHAT ABOUT THE CONCERN THAT SALT IS BAD FOR YOU?

Consuming too much salt is linked to high blood pressure. With salt therapy, you are inhaling a dry salt aerosol which only enters your respiratory system not your digestion tract. The salt particles are so fine that even if you were to eat that amount it would not pose a risk to your health.

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

Typically there are none. Few individuals have experienced a slight throat tickle which can be treated with gargling warm to hot water. In cases with an individual that is highly sensitive they can experience slight skin irritation or reed patches; however, they go away after a few sessions. If you experience increased coughing due to mucous buildup that means the salt therapy treatment is working. This is the body's way of draining the mucous buildup.

DO YOU NEED TO STOP TAKING MEDICATIONS IF RECEIVING SALT THERAPY?

No. It is fine to continue your medications as you need and as directed by your doctor. Since salt therapy is all-natural it does not have and interactive effects with medications. Often, individuals who undergo salt therapy will find that they are less dependent on certain medication that their symptoms are less frequent and less severe.

HOW STERILE IS THE SALT ROOM- COULD SOMEONE PICK UP GERMS?

Salt naturally absorbs bacteria. The walls are covered with salt which creates an almost sterile environment. In addition, our ventilation system works throughout the entire session to circulate the air in the room, exhausting used air out and clean, fresh air in. There is no recycling of air back into the salt rooms. Chairs are wiped down frequently.

WHAT WILL MY EXPERIENCE BE LIKE IN THE SALT ROOM?

You will enter a room where the walls are covered in salt blocks. Behind the salt blocks will be changing colors which is the the light therapy. Also the halogenerator will emit salt into the air. In the room you will have zero gravity chairs to relax in. You will listen to relaxing music, read a book or magazines, meditate, or simply rest. The temperature and humidity in the rooms are controlled to provide an optimal experience. You will find pure relaxation and tranquility away from your everyday stress leaving you rejuvenated and fully energized. All sessions are 45 minutes. You will notice a faint trace of salt on your lips after the session.

CAN ELECTRONICS BE BROUGHT INTO THE SALT ROOM?

Please keep all iPod, iPad, cell phones, or any electronic devices out of the salt room. We are not responsible for any damaged items. Himalayan salt can corrode things over time. Come to disconnect and relax.

DO YOU GET THE SAME EFFECT FROM GOING TO THE BEACH?

While going to the beach and breathing in the ocean's salt air is great for the body, salt therapy takes that feeling to a whole new level. The effects of breathing in the dry salt  aerosol in our salt rooms are far greater than that of breathing in wet air from the ocean. Dry salt is able to move through both the upper and lower respiratory tracts where wet salt can only reach the upper airways. Dry salt is negatively charged, therefore, able to revive cilia and speed up it motion. The cilia line our respiratory tract and are covered by a layer of mucous. When a foreign particle such as dust is inhaled, the job of the cilia is to beat causing the mucous to travel towards your mouth so it can be coughed out. Salt Therapy speeds up that process and in some cases where that process is non existent it works to get it started.

IF I AM PREGNANT IS IT SAFE TO BE IN SALT THERAPY ROOM?

Yes. Salt therapy is 100% drug-free with no side effects. Salt therapy is suitable for babies 6mo+.

WHAT ARE NEGATIVE IONS?

Negative ions are elements that are important to our health. Dust, cigarette fumes, modern convenient electrical appliances, such as TVs, computers, high-voltage networks and external pollution's rob the air of negative ions by creating an excess of positive ions which can create an electrical imbalance in the air and lead to a range of health complaints.