HOCATT® Sauna Training
Your guide to delivering this powerful wellness experience
🔥 Welcome to HOCATT Training
HOCATT is one of our most advanced wellness technologies – a head-out sauna that delivers multiple therapies simultaneously in one powerful 30-minute session. Patients love the deep relaxation, improved energy, and overall sense of wellbeing they experience.
💡 What is HOCATT?
Hyperthermic Ozone & Carbonic Acid Transdermal Technology – a wellness chamber combining steam, infrared heat, CO2/carbonic acid, ozone, oxygen breathing, and optional therapies like PEMF and microcurrent – all in one session!
The 10-in-1 System
Steam Sauna
Heat & sweating
Far Infrared
Deep tissue heat
CO2/Carbonic Acid
Circulation boost
Ozone
Transdermal delivery
Oxygen Breathing
Humidified O2
PEMF
Pulsed EM fields
Microcurrent (FSM)
Frequency therapy
Photon Light
Color therapy
Essential Oils
Aromatherapy
More Options
Model-dependent
Key Safety Design
The patient's head stays outside the chamber at all times. They breathe pure humidified oxygen through a nasal cannula – never ozone. The ozone stays in the chamber with the body only.
⚡ The Modalities Explained
Understanding each component helps you explain the session confidently to patients.
Heat Therapies
Warms the body, opens pores, promotes sweating for relaxation and circulation support.
Radiant heat that penetrates deeper than steam alone, supporting tissue relaxation and comfort.
CO2 & Ozone (The Core Sequence)
CO2 enters the chamber and converts to carbonic acid on the skin. This triggers the "Bohr effect" – supporting oxygen release from blood cells and enhancing peripheral circulation. Think of it as priming the body for the ozone phase.
After CO2, ozone is delivered through the steam to the skin. The body absorbs it transdermally – supporting oxidative signaling and antioxidant response. Patients never breathe ozone – head stays outside!
Oxygen Breathing
Via nasal cannula – built-in concentrator delivers 93-97% pure oxygen at 5 LPM. Supports comfort and energy during the heat exposure.
Optional Modalities
Pulsed electromagnetic fields with evidence supporting pain and function benefits. Contraindicated with pacemakers/implants.
Low-level electrical stimulation via electrode pads. Multiple programs available. Contraindicated with electrical implants.
Colored light and aromatherapy for relaxation and enhanced session experience.
🔄 Session Flow
Pre-Session (5-10 min)
- Screen contraindications (use checklist)
- Confirm hydration & food timing
- Take vitals if higher-risk patient
- Patient removes jewelry, secures hair
- Patient changes privately, wraps in towel
During Session (25-30 min)
Setup
Patient sits with head outside • Neck seal positioned • O2 cannula in place • Heart monitor if used
Heat Phase (Continuous)
Steam + far infrared warm the body • Induces sweating • Raises core temperature
CO2/Carbonic Acid (First 3-8 min)
CO2 enters chamber • Converts to carbonic acid on skin • Primes circulation via Bohr effect
Ozone Phase (Remainder)
Ozone delivered in steam to skin • Head stays outside • Patient breathes oxygen only
End: Extraction Cycle
⚠️ CRITICAL: Machine extracts gases into ozone destructor BEFORE doors open
Wait for extraction cycle to complete before opening doors! This removes ozone from the chamber. Never rush this step.
Post-Session (10-30 min)
- Assist patient out slowly (BP may drop)
- Have them rest 10-15 minutes
- Provide ~500ml water before dressing
- Monitor for dizziness, headache, nausea
- Give post-session instructions
- Document response
📋 Quick Reference
- ⏱️ Session: 25-30 minutes
- 💭 CO2 phase: First 3-8 minutes
- ⚡ Ozone phase: Remainder of session
- 🌬️ Oxygen: 5 LPM, 93-97% purity
- 🚨 Always: Wait for extraction before opening
🛡️ Safety & Contraindications
Ozone is hazardous to inhale. That's why the head-out design, extraction system, and room ventilation are safety-critical. Never skip the extraction cycle.
Absolute Contraindications
Do NOT perform session if patient has:
- Pregnancy (especially 1st trimester)
- Under 18 years old
- Fever or active infection
- Active bleeding or menstruation
- Blood thinners
- Recent heart attack
- Intoxication (alcohol/drugs)
- Unstable/severe cardiac disease
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Hyperthyroidism / thyrotoxicosis
- Organ transplant / immunosuppression
- G6PD deficiency
- Cutaneous porphyria
- Vitiligo
- Pacemaker or electrical implants
- Seizures / epilepsy
- Heart conditions / arrhythmias
- DVT or stroke history
- Recent surgery
- Implanted metals
- Cancerous tissue
Stop Session Immediately If:
- Chest pain
- Severe shortness of breath or wheezing
- Faintness or confusion
- Severe headache or nausea
- Palpitations or rapid heart rate
- Patient says "I can't tolerate the heat"
- Any signs of heat illness
💬 Patient Communication
Your 1-Minute Explanation
"HOCATT is a head-out wellness sauna that combines steam, infrared heat, a CO2/carbonic acid phase, and ozone – while you breathe pure humidified oxygen. It's a 30-minute session designed for relaxation, circulation support, and recovery. Your head stays outside the whole time, and the system extracts all gases safely before we open the doors."
Common Questions
Pre & Post Instructions
| Before Session | After Session |
|---|---|
| Arrive hydrated | Rest 10-15 minutes |
| Don't fast – have light snack if needed | Drink ~500ml water before dressing |
| Wait 2 hours after heavy meal | No shower for 2-7 hours (clinic policy) |
| No alcohol/intoxication | Continue hydrating all day |
| Don't come exhausted | Report any concerning symptoms |
What You CAN Say vs. Avoid
| ✓ Say This | ✕ Avoid This |
|---|---|
| "Supports relaxation and recovery" | "Treats [any disease]" |
| "May help with circulation" | "Kills infections" |
| "Supports physiologic resilience" | "Boosts immune system" |
| "Sweating can help you feel lighter" | "Chelates heavy metals" |
| "A wellness and supportive modality" | "FDA approved" (it's not) |
📝 Certification Quiz
You've learned everything you need to deliver amazing HOCATT sessions! Let's confirm you've got it.
📋 Quiz Details
10 questions • Pass with 8/10 • Unlimited retakes