Response of plasma endorphins, prolactin and catecholamines in women to intense heat in a sauna

Laatikainen, Timo; Salminen, K.; Kohvakka, Antti; Pettersson, J

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“…Many studies on the physiological effects of sauna bathing have been conducted. Reports show that the secretion of anterior pituitary hormones, growth hormone and prolactin, increases during sauna bathing (5,(8)(9)(10)(11). Effects on the sympathetic-adrenomedullary system have also been established.…”

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“…Effects on the sympathetic-adrenomedullary system have also been established. While noradrenaline concentrations increase after sauna bathing (3,5,6,8,9), adrenaline levels change less consistently (8, 9). Meanwhile, results showing the effects of sauna bathing on the pituitary-adrenocortical axis (secretion of ACTH and cortisol) have also been inconsistent (4,5,8,9,11…”

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Change in salivary physiological stress markers by spa bathing

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We assessed the stress relief effect of spa bathing by measuring sensitive salivary stress markers, cortisol and chromogranin A (CgA). From 12 healthy males, saliva samples were collected immediately before and after spa bathing, and 30 min after that. Salivary cortisol and CgA levels were determined by ELISA. Salivary cortisol levels decreased after spa bathing. This tendency was more pronounced in individuals with higher levels of stress. The high-stress group showed lower salivary CgA levels after spa bathing, while the low-stress group higher salivary CgA levels in the same condition. These findings suggest that the spa bathing has a moderate affect on the stress relief.Subjectively, spa bathing seems to relieve stress. Bathers usually experience a sense of well-being and relaxation during spa bathing. The stress-relieving effects of spa bathing, however, have not yet been scientifically established and are still anecdotal. Many studies on the physiological effects of sauna bathing have been conducted. Reports show that the secretion of anterior pituitary hormones, growth hormone and prolactin, increases during sauna bathing (5,(8)(9)(10)(11). Effects on the sympathetic-adrenomedullary system have also been established. While noradrenaline concentrations increase after sauna bathing (3,5,6,8,9), adrenaline levels change less consistently (8, 9). Meanwhile, results showing the effects of sauna bathing on the pituitary-adrenocortical axis (secretion of ACTH and cortisol) have also been inconsistent (4,5,8,9,11

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“…It may relate to changes in carbon dioxide sensitivity with heating, 21 catecholamine production, [22][23][24] a direct interaction of the preoptic anterior hypothalamus on respiratory control centres, [25][26][27][28] or some combination of these factors.…”

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Ventilatory changes in heat-stressed humans with spinal-cord injury

Wilsmore

Cotter

Bashford³

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“…35 The effect of thermal stress on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis seems to be particularly important for the antiedemigenous and anti-inflammatory actions of corticosteroids, as well as for the frequent alteration of the axis during some RDs. 36 The increase in β-endorphin demonstrated to occur with various spa therapy techniques [37][38][39][40] has an analgesic and antispastic effect that is particularly important in patients for whom pain is the prevalent symptom. This increase in β-endorphin is probably the key factor in the mechanism of individual tolerance to thermal baths.…”

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Phytothermotherapy in osteoarthritis: new evidence for an old therapy

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Tenti²,

Gargiulo³

et al. 2013

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Introduction: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common disabling joint disease worldwide. Moreover, its incidence and prevalence are increasing because of aging, higher life expectancy, and lifestyle changes, leading to a growing population of patients with OA. Current treatment of OA includes nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic modalities. Phytothermotherapy (PTT) is a singular crenotherapic treatment consisting of immersing oneself in pools of fermenting alpine grass, to exploit its heat and rich, aromatic components. The efficacy of PTT in OA is bolstered by ancient tradition. However, there is a marked lack of clinical validation of its efficacy and tolerability in current literature. The aim of this review was to evaluate the currently available knowledge of possible clinical effects and mechanisms of action of PTT in OA. Methodology: We searched PubMed and Scopus (the period examined was 1980-2012) for clinical trials examining the effect of PTT in OA. MEDLINE was searched using the term "phytothermotherapy" and "hay baths" in combination with "osteoarthritis." We included only papers published in English or Italian and in peer-reviewed journals. Results: We identified three trials describing the results of PTT in OA. The available data demonstrate that PTT is efficacious in decreasing pain and disability and improving function in patients with OA. Moreover, the tolerability of PTT is excellent. The mechanisms of action of PTT are not yet completely known, although it is probably due to different combined mechanical, physical, and chemical effects. Discussion: PTT could represent a useful aid in the treatment of OA or a valid alternative for patients who do not tolerate pharmacologic treatments. However, further studies on a larger number of patients are needed to provide more precise therapeutic guidelines on the modalities of use of PTT. Additionally, there is a need for other botanical investigations and research on the mechanisms of action of PTT.

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Response of plasma endorphins, prolactin and catecholamines in women to intense heat in a sauna

Cited by 57 publications

References 16 publications

Change in salivary physiological stress markers by spa bathing

Change in salivary physiological stress markers by spa bathing

Ventilatory changes in heat-stressed humans with spinal-cord injury

Phytothermotherapy in osteoarthritis: new evidence for an old therapy

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