October 2020 PMID 32776407

Effectiveness of a far-infrared low-temperature sauna program on geriatric syndrome and frailty in community-dwelling older people.

Masamitsu Sugie, Kazumasa Harada, Tetsuya Takahashi, Marina Nara, Hajime Fujimoto, Shunei Kyo, Hideki Ito

Mentions

20
Peak: 17 in Mar 2024
across 2 sources since Sep 2020

Extended reach

51,942
potential audience

Total likes

230

Video views

8,772

Mentions per month

Sep 2020 – Mar 2024

Where it's discussed

  • YouTube17 videos
  • X / Twitter3 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

People are generally in agreement about the study’s promising results, emphasizing improvements in frailty and geriatric symptoms, with some posts discussing how the therapy can enhance quality of life. The tone and word choices, like 'significant improvements' and 'reduced symptoms', convey optimism and recognition of the study’s potential importance for elderly health management.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts seem to support the positive effects of sauna therapy on geriatric health, mentioning improvements in frailty, physical abilities, and mood.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions reflect moderate curiosity, with posters engaging by sharing experiences or expressing hope that the findings can have meaningful benefits.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts go beyond simple reactions, referencing specific aspects of the study, such as improvements in cold extremities and functional abilities, demonstrating a thoughtful level of participation.

ImpactModerate impact

Several posts highlight potential benefits for older adults and suggest that the sauna program could influence approaches to elderly care, indicating a perceived meaningful impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explored whether a 3-month far-infrared low-temperature sauna program can improve frailty and common geriatric symptoms like cold extremities, pain, and incontinence in older adults living in the community.
  • Results showed significant improvements in physical abilities (like walking speed and oxygen uptake), mood (less depression), overall quality of life, and severity of some geriatric symptoms after the sauna sessions; about 27% of participants also showed improved frailty scores.
  • The study also found that reductions in cold extremity sensation and overall severity of geriatric symptoms were key factors linked to improvements in frailty, suggesting that targeting these symptoms may help mitigate frailty in older adults.

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Joel "Heart Prevention" Kahn MD, FACC
@drjkahn · X

Get in a SAUNA by @sunlighten Effectiveness of a far-infrared low-temperature sauna program on geriatric syndrome and frailty in community-dwelli… https://t.co/M2QeMQFSFm

Nov 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 32,301 followers View post →
Nick Petosky
@pizzapicklespur · X

https://t.co/SLqt2hN8pW

Sep 17, 2023 · 1 like · 10,511 followers View post →

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Nick Petosky
@pizzapicklespur · X

https://t.co/SLqt2hN8pW

Sep 17, 2023 · 1 like · 10,511 followers View post →
Joel "Heart Prevention" Kahn MD, FACC
@drjkahn · X

Get in a SAUNA by @sunlighten Effectiveness of a far-infrared low-temperature sauna program on geriatric syndrome and frailty in community-dwelli… https://t.co/M2QeMQFSFm

Nov 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 32,301 followers View post →
GOC@口腔機能支援センター
@GOC48928332 · X

当センター健康増進センターで行った遠赤外線低温(60℃)サウナ15分と30分の安静保温が老年症候群やフレイルの改善効果を得た、という研究です。 装置は個人用の遠赤外線低温サウナボックスでしたので、簡便ですね。 https://t.co/WvYtqHifAS

Sep 3, 2020 · 1 like · 362 followers View post →