Tag: Steam therapy

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, germs can spread through hot tub water and cause illness, making hot tub use a risk when sick. So, **is a hot tub good for a sore throat**, or could it make matters worse?

According to studies on thermotherapy, exposure to warm, humid air can temporarily ease upper respiratory symptoms like congestion. While it's not a cure, a hot tub might be a useful tool to help your cold recovery by providing relief from some uncomfortable symptoms.

Feeling unwell often leaves us seeking simple comforts, and a hot shower is one of the most common. In fact, many people instinctively turn to a steamy shower to find relief from cold and flu symptoms. But beyond the comforting warmth, there's a scientific basis for why hot showers can be an effective, temporary remedy for the aches, pains, and congestion associated with sickness.