Thermoregulatory and neuromuscular responses to passive heating in 42°C hot water

This thesis examined the thermoregulatory and neuromuscular responses to passive heating in 42 °C hot water. The data suggest that hot-water immersion at 42 °C is an efficient, safe and tolerable method for passive heating therapy. Moreover, a single session of hot-water immersion can increase rapid force production and improve muscle contractile function. Findings from this thesis indicate that passive heating via hot baths may improve physical function in the older and patient populations and assist healthy people during sports injury recovery