BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salt Therapy Association (STA) announced the launch of the Salt Therapy Industry Standards(STIS). As the world's largest non-profit organization for providers and consumers of salt therapy, STA provides information and resources to create awareness and authentic implementation of salt therapy. The standards were developed to provide a baseline for implementation and marketing to ensure consumers receive evidence-based salt therapy.
"Misconceptions, along with false claims, have undermined the integrity of the industry. STIS is a collaborative initiative that benefits the entire salt/halotherapy industry," states Leo Tonkin, one of STA's founding Directors. "Our goal is to educate the industry on the importance adhering to consistent standards that maintain the industry integrity."
Salt Therapy Industry Standards (STIS)
No halotherapy without a halogenerator. Dry salt therapy (halotherapy) can only be provided by utilizing a professional-quality halogenerator.
Particle size. Salt particle size omitted from the halogenerator must be 5 microns or less (the smaller the better.)
Enclosed space. Dry salt therapy (Halotherapy) can only be provided in an enclosed space to contain the salt particles in the area such as a room, booth, cabin, or other type of chamber.
Proper ventilation is required in the space to ensure proper air exchange.
Session length. The length of the session is determined by the cubic volume of air...
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