Heat therapy has been used for ages to promote aspects of health, such as calming seizures in the fifth century and treating psychiatric disorders in the 19th century. However, technological advancements in the modern era have enabled scientists to examine the specific benefits of the therapy and factors underlying it more fully.
Recent research suggests that various forms of passive heat can produce effects similar to those of exercise. Although the benefits of exercise surpass those of passive heat, the therapy may be a helpful addition to a fitness regimen for some people.
