Category: Inspiration

2024-04-24 / Inspiration

I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael, 46, speaks highly of cryotherapy: “I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm”

Mikael Brogren likes the cold. More specifically, he loves the transition between hot and cold. Since Hagabadet opened Vitality Lab in November 2023, he has already had over 23 cryotherapy sessions.

– It was when I participated in a guided mountain hike in Sarek last year that I discovered the positive effects of the cold. Sleeping in a tent at minus 30 degrees for eight nights was an eye-opener, and I became curious to continue exploring how the shifts between cold and warmth affect my body, my health, and my well-being, says Mikael.

Outdoor life is a central part of Mikael’s life. He tries to sleep outdoors several times a month. There have been occasions when he has slept in a sleeping bag in minus 15 degrees, and during the fall of 2023, he slept in a tent outdoors every weekend for ten weeks.

– Sleeping outdoors is wonderful; more people should try it. I have a Facebook group called Tält & Brasa, where you can follow me and get inspiration.  

The first time Mikael tried cryotherapy he was a bit tense at first, but his body quickly adjusted inside the cabin.  

– As soon as I stepped out after my first three-minute session, I felt the rush; in my body, in my blood, and mentally. At the same time, I felt a great sense of calm.

Balance between movement and rest, activity and relaxation

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being.

– Cryotherapy is part of a whole. My weekly visits to Hagabadet start with cryotherapy in the Vitality Lab, followed by rest and tea. Then I sauna for about an hour, take a dip in the Roman bath, sauna for another ten minutes, and finish with an ice bucket. After this, I treat myself to rest in one of Hagabadet’s calming environments, read a book in a hanging chair, or spend some time in the red-light room.

”I want to bring the calm into everyday life” 

For Mikael, cryotherapy has now become an essential part of a healthy weekly routine.

– It’s so easy to get stuck in a stressful hamster wheel, just running around and rushing. After the cryotherapy session, a great calm sets in, which I take advantage of and appreciate. For me, the cryotherapy session preserves a calm feeling for a long time.

The positive effects of cryotherapy on training are one of the reasons more and more people are starting to use it.

– I have always been a health enthusiast and train a lot, about five hours in the gym per week. Since I started cryotherapy, I have been able to train more and get better results.

Cold benefits sleep and the immune system

Good sleep is essential for overall health. Even though Mikael has rarely had problems with his sleep, he now finds that he sleeps even better.

– I sleep exceptionally well the night after cryotherapy. And I haven’t been sick a single time since I started the treatments. Everyone around me has been sick, but not me. And the alertness is truly noticeable!

“Cryotherapy is a good health investment”

For Mikael, health and freedom are the most important things in life; everything else is secondary.

– Thanks to investing time at Hagabadet each week with cryotherapy, sauna, bathing, and rest, I get more out of life.

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I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being. Since Hagabadet opened the VitalityLab in November 2023, he has…

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Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah has completed a course of six Emsella® treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab. “Already after the second Emsella treatment, I experienced a better connection with the pelvic floor muscles, reaching…

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The roll massage has had a great effect

Roller massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roller available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides an additional stimulating and healing effect.

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2024-04-17 / Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah found a fast track to a strong pelvic floor with Emsella®: “Now I can relax”

Sarah works as a health coach and invests a lot of time in her overall health. After three childbirths, she noticed that her pelvic floor muscles were not as responsive as they used to be.

– It wasn’t that I couldn’t hold it, but as soon as I exerted myself—running, jumping, or sneezing—I really had to hold back, clenching tightly to avoid leakage. I decided to address the problem, she explains.

Sarah underwent a course of six Emsella®-treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab.  

– After just the second Emsella treatment, I had better control of my pelvic floor muscles, higher up and deeper inside. This, in turn, made my other exercises more effective, as the ‘mind-to-muscle’ connection was reactivated. Like all muscles, the pelvic floor needs regular training.

It is recommended to take a course of at least six Emsella treatments with four to five days in between for optimal effect.

– After having three children in a relatively short period, it’s no surprise that the pelvic floor needs reactivation. For me, it was a given to complete the entire recommended course. It takes some time, and I wanted to be patient and kind to my body.

During postnatal check-ups at the child health center, Sarah was advised to see a physiotherapist.

– No matter how much I struggle with Kegel exercises on my own, I can never reach the nearly 12,000 contractions that each Emsella treatment provides. Instead, I chose a fast track to a strong and functional pelvic floor.

Important to choose the right treatment method

HIFEM technology has been proven effective for urge and stress incontinence. The treatment offered at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is the Emsella® chair. Unlike some similar products, the technology in Emsella uses HIFEM, which many other marketed chairs do not use.

HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) technology is a scientifically documented method for strengthening the pelvic floor. In a 28-minute treatment, HIFEM technology delivers up to 12,000 contractions in both the superficial and deep pelvic floor muscles.

– It’s good to know that there are other chairs that do not have the scientifically proven effect that HIFEM provides. Please contact us if you want to know more,” says Jessica Larning / Helene Johansson, Hagabadet.

Read more about Emsella here

“Three births have left their Mark”

Sarah has given birth to three children, but her first daughter died in the womb at 32 weeks of pregnancy

 – I delivered our angel baby vaginally in July 2019. Wilma is always with us in our lives, and I don’t shy away from talking about this; we say we have an angel child and two here on earth. As one of three vaginal births, it has also influenced my pelvic floor training.

Making the most of every opportunity for everyday exercise has become more important for Sarah since the children came.

 – My training is no longer so structured. Now I’ve incorporated exercise into daily life. For example, I’m often the only one doing lunges and push-ups at the playground. But every movement counts, and being able to play with the kids while I work out is perfect right now.”

“With a strong pelvic floor, I no longer feel limited”

Sarah is also aiming to get back into running, but she’s taking her time. Her core strength is gradually returning, both externally and internally. Now, she can run without tensing up.

– So far, I run on the treadmill, doing ten minutes at a time. The body needs time to find its shape. Now I can run without constantly having to clench to avoid leaking, which is a big step forward. I want to be able to move as I want, without limitations.

“It’s important to be able to relax while being relaxed – without leaking”

Being able to relax your pelvic floor, trusting that the muscles will do their job and hold tight, is important for the whole body.

– Before the Emsella course, I used to tense up during workouts. That wasn’t good and could have led to other problems in the long run. Now I can trust my pelvic floor and focus on my training, so I become stronger in my entire body. And I will continue to train my pelvic floor; it’s necessary for it to stay strong and functional, says Sarah.  

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Inspiration

I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being. Since Hagabadet opened the VitalityLab in November 2023, he has…

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Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah has completed a course of six Emsella® treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab. “Already after the second Emsella treatment, I experienced a better connection with the pelvic floor muscles, reaching…

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Inspiration

The roll massage has had a great effect

Roller massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roller available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides an additional stimulating and healing effect.

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2024-03-20 / Inspiration

The roll massage has had a great effect

“The roll massage has had a great effect; the pain is virtually gone”

Roll massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roll massage is available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides extra stimulating and healing effects.

Maria Olsson, 59 years old, has been undergoing regular roll massage treatments since the end of November 2023. She noticed a significant effect after just a few treatments.

– Before having access to roll massage, I had lymphatic massage at Hagabadet. It helped to some extent with my lipedema, but when the masseur told me about the new roll, I was immediately interested in trying it, says Maria. 

“I was hooked after the first time” 

Maria immediately felt how beneficial the roll massage was for her body. Lipedema means that fat cells enlarge, and the area around them becomes easily inflamed and tender. Between the enlarged fat cells, water and fluid accumulate, leading to further swelling and tenderness.

– My first experience was not very pleasant. Because I have lipedema, it hurt, especially in certain parts of my body. However, the pain quickly turned into a ‘good pain,’ and I was prepared for the first treatment to feel this way. After the second treatment, I experienced significantly less pain, less tenderness, and left with a light feeling in my body.

Maria’s pain has largely disappeared since she started with roll massage.

– Now I have done about twelve treatments. Besides being almost completely pain-free, my body has gotten rid of a lot of excess fluid, which also benefits my other training and movement. 

A physical relief felt throughout the entire body 

Having the body cleared of excess fluid is beneficial for everyone, but especially important if you have conditions like lymphatic or lipedema.

– The feeling of concrete, physical relief in my body is so palpable. My tissue has also become softer, in a positive way. With lipedema, the tissue often feels hard and tender; now it feels soft and barely tender at all, and I don’t bruise as easily as before. 

“It’s about quality of life and holistic health” 

Lipedema is a chronic disease; it cannot be completely cured. For Maria, the important thing is to maintain a good and high quality of life despite the illness.

– My goal is to keep the lipedema in check. Now I have found a method that works.

”My focus is on feeling good; the cosmetic effect is secondary”

Since roll massage stimulates the lymphatic system and helps the body clear excess fluid around fat cells, this treatment method often has a good effect on cellulite formation.

– I believe there are women who suffer from lipedema without knowing it. Cellulite formation is part of the symptoms. For me, the goal of roll massage is to feel better and create better conditions for other exercise and training. 

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Inspiration

I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being. Since Hagabadet opened the VitalityLab in November 2023, he has…

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Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah has completed a course of six Emsella® treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab. “Already after the second Emsella treatment, I experienced a better connection with the pelvic floor muscles, reaching…

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Inspiration

The roll massage has had a great effect

Roller massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roller available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides an additional stimulating and healing effect.

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2024-03-18 / Inspiration

The effect of red light on rosacea

“The skin feels good for several days after a Red Light treatment”

Pamela, 49, has tried optimized red light therapy at Vitality Lab, Hagabadet, Haga. Initially, she attended Fredrik Paulun’s lecture on Red Light and its positive health effects.

– The lecture was very educational, I left with many new insights into why Red Light is so beneficial, says Pamela.

For the best effect on general well-being and energy levels, Red Light treatments should be taken in a continuous course.

– I haven’t done that; so far, it’s been a bit now and then. Despite this, I noticed a clear effect on the skin after the first treatment.

Red light stimulates collagen production; the skin becomes less dry and tight

It was Pamela’s skin that was positively affected by the red light already during the first treatment.

– Since I have rosacea, my skin is often dry and tight. It’s hard to see results with products and creams, but after just one Red Light treatment, my skin felt much better.

Red light stimulates the production of collagen in the skin.

– I noticed a big difference. From being dry and winter-tight, my skin became more supple and comfortable. The effect was immediate and lasted for several days.

The positive effect has made Pamela decide to undergo more Red Light treatments.

– So far, I’ve had about five treatments. I will definitely take more and would like to do a full course.

She recommends everyone visiting Hagabadet to treat themselves to a session in the Red light therapy room. 

– It’s a soothing and beneficial time for both body and soul to bask in the red light. Red Light Therapy includes both red light and NIR (Near Infrared light); access is included in membership and spa entry.

Express Treatment with Red Light for Maximum Results

At Hagabadet Haga’s Vitality Lab, there is a highly effective treatment with Red light, which can be booked separately.   

The treatment, Optimized Red Light Therapy, full body, takes only ten minutes, but the feeling lasts a long time. The health-promoting effects include:

  • Increased blood circulation
  • Stimulated lymphatic system
  • Possible relief of pain and inflammation

Read more about the health-promoting properties of red light therapy.

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Inspiration

I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being. Since Hagabadet opened the VitalityLab in November 2023, he has…

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Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah has completed a course of six Emsella® treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab. “Already after the second Emsella treatment, I experienced a better connection with the pelvic floor muscles, reaching…

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Inspiration

The roll massage has had a great effect

Roller massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roller available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides an additional stimulating and healing effect.

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2024-03-08 / Inspiration

“It clicked at the first roll treatment”

Pamela

Pamela is, among other things, an instructor in lymphatic yoga, a practicing masseuse, and a postural trainer. She has been a member of Hagabadet for about two years. When the new Vitality Lab opened at Hagabadet Haga, she was eager to try the Roll treatments.

– I attended a fitness expo a couple of years ago, where I tried the roller. I immediately felt that this method had the potential to achieve results that even the deepest connective tissue massage couldn’t reach. It’s all about me, as the user, being able to feel where the pressure is needed most. And already the first time I did a Roll massage treatment at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab, my expectations were exceeded – and I experienced an unexpected but welcome effect.

Interview with Pamela, 49 years old

The first time Pamela underwent a Roll massage treatment was at the end of 2023. She visited Hagabadet with her 18-year-old son. Suddenly, in the middle of the treatment, there was a loud click (or rather bang) in Pamela’s elbow.

– My son exclaimed, ‘What was that, what happened?’ I felt for a second and then explained that it was simply the blockage I had long had in my elbow joint that released. The loud click didn’t hurt at all; it was a liberating feeling.

“Chronic” Lock Released After Just One Roll Massage Treatment

Pamela had given up on the lock in her elbow, which was caused by a strain injury over 20 years old.

– I had really tried everything. Massage, connective tissue treatments, rehab, training, yoga. I know this stuff; I’m familiar with both anatomy and training. So, I had accepted that my arm couldn’t be fully extended, and it had been that way for several years.

It happened when Pamela used the roller against the outside/back of her ribs, slightly below the shoulder blade.

– The lock wasn’t in the elbow. It was deep in the connective tissue under the shoulder blade, and no treatments or exercises had reached it. Then it just clicked. It’s great to be able to extend both arms again.

Roll Massage Treatment Boosts Lymphatic Flow and Increases Muscle Awareness

In addition to a straightened arm, Pamela sees several other positive effects from Roll treatments.

– My body has released a lot of fluid, which not only gives a smoother appearance but also proves that the lymphatic drainage gets a boost in the right direction from the Roller. Since the Roll moves in the direction of the lymphatic system, the elimination of waste products is significantly enhanced.

Moreover, Roll treatment increases body and muscle awareness.

– When you undergo Roll treatment, you control it yourself. I’ve gotten to know my body and muscles in a new way, and as a result, I now get better effects from my strength training. Roll treatment increases three-dimensional mobility, reduces deep tension, and reaches hard-to-access trigger points.

Pamela has so far undergone nine Roll treatments at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab.

– The first seven treatments were pure joy. When I did the eighth, it started to hurt, and I felt sad, as if emotions had been stuck in connective tissue tensions and were now coming to the surface. I spoke with the treatment therapist Mira, who confirmed that this is not uncommon – but a positive, natural effect of cleansing the body.

Better Effects from Strength Training After Roll Massage Treatment

At the next treatment session, the ninth in a row, the wonderful feeling returned.

– I am the only one who can feel how my body responds, and I can reach areas that are otherwise difficult to treat. The Roller has made me more aware of how it feels; I’ve gotten to know my own muscles and get better results from my training. I will definitely continue to take Roll treatments regularly; it is a valuable investment in myself.

Pamela invests many hours each week in her health.

– It’s about more than just training. Both movement and rest are important for balance in body and soul. If we only train hard and do not give our bodies recovery, it’s not certain we will feel better; it can increase stress and create tension. Self-care, like the Roller, bathing, walking, or just resting, is also needed for well-being.

At Hagabadet, Pamela finds strength and energy in her daily life.

– Just walking through the doors, being greeted by smiling staff at the reception, hearing the soothing music, smelling the scents – even on days when I don’t have the energy to train physically, I still like to go there to recharge. Hagabadet has everything I need and love, all in one place.

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I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

Mikael started a new weekly routine at Hagabadet. Cryotherapy is just one part of his investment in his everyday well-being. Since Hagabadet opened the VitalityLab in November 2023, he has…

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Inspiration

Sarah: “Now I Can Relax”

Sarah has completed a course of six Emsella® treatments at Hagabadet Haga’s VitalityLab. “Already after the second Emsella treatment, I experienced a better connection with the pelvic floor muscles, reaching…

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Inspiration

The roll massage has had a great effect

Roller massage is a method based on Chinese medicine. The roller available at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab is also equipped with infrared heat, which provides an additional stimulating and healing effect.

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2024-03-06 / Inspiration

The euphoric feeling lasts all day

Stefan has been a member of Hagabadet, Haga for twelve years. When he was working, he trained three days a week before work. As a retiree, he has continued this routine, and since the end of 2023, he has been taking cryotherapy treatments at the new Vitality Lab. Now he feels more energetic and healthier than ever.

– When Hagabadet opened Vitality Lab, I first tried the Red Light treatment. Then I was asked if I wanted to try Cryo as well. The first treatment in the Cryo cabin lasted three minutes and was an amazing experience. The most remarkable thing was that I couldn’t stop laughing afterward; that effect lasted for quite a while, Stefan shares.

Interview with Stefan, 66: “Cryo makes me alert and healthy”

A positive effect of cryotherapy treatment is that the body increases the production of “happy hormones” serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline. Other effects include reduced inflammation, pain relief, and decreased stress.

Between December 2023 and February 2024, Stefan has undergone a total of six cryotherapy treatments, one per week—and he has no plans to stop.

– I will continue with this; it’s a wonderful feeling to become so energetic and happy. The euphoric feeling lasts all day after the treatment, and I also notice other positive health effects, such as a general improvement in well-being and that my body feels softer and happier. Especially the joints benefit from cryo.

“The euphoric feeling lasts all day after the treatment, and I notice other positive health effects.”

Stefan is now up to nearly five minutes per session in the cryo cabin.

– I always have ‘My Way’ by Frank Sinatra in my headphones; it’s 4 minutes and 42 seconds. So I stand in there and dance to one of the greatest songs in history. You’re supposed to move a bit while ‘crying,’ and it warms my heart at minus 87 degrees.

Stefan recommends everyone try Cryotherapy, even those who don’t like cold baths or cold showers.

“When you step into -87 degree cold, it gives a unique experience. It’s a well-worth investment in my health.”

– I’ve never liked cold baths. But the cryo experience is unlike anything else. When you step into -87 degree cold, it gives a unique experience. It’s a well-worth investment in my health; I can clearly feel how much better I feel overall. I become happier and more energetic in both body and mind. Additionally, my allergic symptoms (cat, dog, pollen) have decreased, which I believe is related to the increased hormone production induced by cryotherapy.

Several members of Stefan’s Hagabadet group, which he humorously calls the “old men’s daycare,” have also tried Cryotherapy.

– We share our experiences of both Cryotherapy and the other methods at Hagabadet’s Vitality Lab. So far, I haven’t talked to anyone who hasn’t experienced positive effects from cryo.

The next method on Stefan’s health bucket list is Emsella-treatment, something others in the group have already tried.

– It will be exciting to see what strengthened pelvic floor muscles can contribute to my vitality.

Meeting regularly in a health-promoting environment like Hagabadet is an important health routine for Stefan, both mentally and physically.

– We have breakfast together three mornings a week, an important social ingredient in life. The social aspect is also a crucial part of health, says Stefan.

2023-04-12 / Inspiration

Hagabadet – The key to holistic health

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Hagabadet’s offerings are expanding. We now provide even more tools, knowledge, and treatments for those who want to strengthen their health from the inside out.

– People come to Hagabadet for well-being and sustainable quality of life. With our expanded offerings, we also want to help people find the keys to self-healing, says Jessica Larning, project manager and product developer at Hagabadet.

Sleep, hormonal imbalance, loneliness, diet, and thought patterns are some factors that affect holistic health. Through increased knowledge, everyone can create better conditions for the body’s own ability to heal. At Hagabadet, the tools and knowledge you need are available, and we guide you on your health journey.

– The body is amazing. If we find the keys and work with the body, not against it, we can influence our health on all levels. By combining Benefit and Pleasure, both body and mind are positively affected.”

“Hagabadet helps you open the door to your health room. We are here as guides; you are never alone.”

You are unique, your body is amazing

Most people are aware that they can influence their overall health. But it’s not always clear how to go about it.

“We give people the opportunity to learn how to make good choices for optimal health. We gather and share knowledge and offer evidence-based treatments that provide a better foundation for holistic well-being, such as IR light and red light available at all our clubs.”

Jessica is a behavioral scientist, life coach, and Ayurvedic health advisor. Through education, work, and personal experience, she knows that every health journey is unique to the individual.

– You are unique. Your body and your experiences are like no one else’s. Moreover, the body is incredibly receptive; you can influence it through your choices. It’s easy to get stuck in assumptions like “I have a weak immune system,” but the best part is that it can be changed. This is exactly what Hagabadet holistic health wants to help you with; we can provide tailored health solutions that create change for you.

Holistic health solutions and knowledge for a good life

Human biochemistry hasn’t changed significantly since the Stone Age. This fact, combined with today’s often stressful lifestyle, can negatively impact us both mentally and physically.

– At Hagabadet, we have a holistic perspective in everything we do. Everything is connected; all factors interact and affect us. It’s about finding what is right for you, in your particular situation.

At Hagabadet, You are never alone

Loneliness is a growing health issue today. Hagabadet is a warm meeting place where social interaction is a natural part of both benefit and enjoyment.

– Hagabadet is a community. Here, people meet daily in an embracing environment, where everyone is seen. And everyone has something in common: they seek well-being and balance.

Something for everyone

Some days, it’s not physical exercise that’s needed to feel good and find balance. Sometimes, you just need to lie in a soothing cradle chair and let time and thoughts catch up.

– Hagabadet is a complete health facility. In our lovely, embracing environment, everything you need is available, from cradle chairs to treatments with IR light and red light.”

All the treatments we offer are evidence-based. We collaborate with specialists, researchers, and leading experts to provide our members with what they need. And here, there is something for everyone.

Find balance with Hagabadet holistic health

Hagabadet offers a wide range of health-promoting activities and treatments, focusing on the balance between movement and rest. This is complemented by new knowledge, personalized to help members complete their health puzzles.

– Hagabadet helps you open the door to your health room. We are here as guides; you are never alone. With us, there are many keys to good health, based on each individual’s unique needs. Our goal and my dream is to help all our members achieve increased well-being, better quality of life, and holistic sustainability in life, says Jessica.

Do you want to open the door to your health?

Become a member today. Click here and fill out the form, and we will contact you.
We also offer a wide range of courses in holistic health, see current course start dates here >>

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I love the cold, and cryotherapy makes me both alert and calm.

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