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Just wondering what the soaking time is for some folks on this Forum. I have arthritis, and I usually soak daily for 1 Hr, sometimes longer, at 98 degrees. Do you think over 1 Hr is too long? Thanks for your input.
I agree that soaking at 98deg for an hour or so is fine, and I have soaked at 101-102 for 45 minutes or so. But it is not valid logic that 98 deg is a "neutral temperature". Yes, 98.6 deg is the average human body temperature, but we are exothermic, like all mammals, and our metabolism creates heat, so that heat eventually has to dissipate. I dont know the exact thermoneutral zone of a human, and it would vary with clothes and without, but generally it would be low 70's to mid 80's. At temperatures higher or lower than that, your body has to actively heat or cool you. You could probably hang out in 98 deg water for a pretty long time though. As far as safety goes, as long as you are hydrated and healthy, you'll probably become uncomfortable and want to get out before you are in danger.
QuoteI agree that soaking at 98deg for an hour or so is fine, and I have soaked at 101-102 for 45 minutes or so. But it is not valid logic that 98 deg is a "neutral temperature". Yes, 98.6 deg is the average human body temperature, but we are exothermic, like all mammals, and our metabolism creates heat, so that heat eventually has to dissipate. I dont know the exact thermoneutral zone of a human, and it would vary with clothes and without, but generally it would be low 70's to mid 80's. At temperatures higher or lower than that, your body has to actively heat or cool you. You could probably hang out in 98 deg water for a pretty long time though. As far as safety goes, as long as you are hydrated and healthy, you'll probably become uncomfortable and want to get out before you are in danger.Very impressive Anne. Are you a Veterinarian? "I dont know the exact thermoneutral zone of a human,"