NOT RECOMMENDED for individuals with the following conditions:
- Epilepsy
- Active cancer
- Broken bones or slipped disc
- Infectious/contagious skin conditions; skin lesions, abrasions and/or areas of inflammation/persistent erythema.
- Outfitted with pacemakers or defibrillators
- Individuals running a fever or insensitive to heat (i.e. erythema ab igne)
- Pregnancy or lactating
- Severe open abrasions/inflamed
- Lymph node biopsy, clearance or removal(Lymphadenectomy) incl. Lymphoma
Individuals with the following conditions are advised to obtain physician consent before using the Cocoon Wellness Pod:
- Heart disease and/or other cardiovascular conditions
- Diabetes
- Using medication such as diuretics, barbiturates, anticholinergics, and/or beta blockers
- In poor health
- Low Blood pressure
- Asthma
- Problems with breathing
- Heart Disease
- When persistent erythema (reddening of the skin lasting more than a day) and red netlike colour changes persist after regular exposure to infrared radiation, exposure should not be repeated and medical advice should be sought to prevent development of erythema ab igne.
- Individuals that may me be at risk to hyperthermia
- Prescription Drugs. If you are taking prescription drugs, you should consult with your pharmacist or physician for potential changes in the drug’s effect, as a result of interacting with far infrared energy.
- Certain Ailments. Some authorities claim that it is highly inadvisable to raise the core temperature of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, adrenal suppression, or multiple sclerosis.
- Joint Problems. If you have had a recent joint injury, you should not heat it for the first 48 hours (or until the swelling subsides). Joints that are chronically hot and swollen may respond poorly to vigorous heating of any kind. Vigorous heating is strictly contraindicated in cases of enclosed infections — be they in the mouth, joints, or any other tissues.
- Menstruation. Heating the lower backs of women during the menstrual period may temporarily increase menstrual flow. When a woman becomes aware of this occurrence, she should choose whether or not she wants to experience this short-term effect.
- Haemorrhage. Haemophiliacs and those predisposed to haemorrhage should avoid far infrared usage or any type of heating that would induce vasodilatation. It can create the tendency to bleed.
- Pain when using the Infrared Pod. You should not experience pain when using a far infrared heat product or technology. If you do, the use of radiant heat is clearly inappropriate for you at that time, and it should be discontinued.
- Worsened Condition. Should any condition worsen with the use of a far infrared heat source, it should be discontinued.
The Infrared Sauna Pod is not a medical device. It is not for medical purposes and makes no medical claims. The Infrared Sauna Pod has not been evaluated for any medical purpose whatsoever. The Infrared Sauna Pod is a general wellness, relaxation and fitness system.
