There are a lot of great reasons to own a hot tub, including major health benefits, but choosing the right one can be overwhelming if you’re not sure what to look for.
Hot tub jets, in particular, can be used to target many specific health needs and treat muscle soreness.
This guide can help you learn how to choose the best hot tub jets for you, so you can customize the perfect soothing spa in your own backyard.
Benefits of Hot Tub Jets
Regular use of a hot tub has been shown to have a variety of health benefits in addition to simply reducing stress and providing a fun way to relax. When we take some time out of our busy schedules each day, or a few times a week, to slow down and rest in a spa, we can combat stress and even get better sleep.
According to the American Sleep Association, 50-70 million adults in the US have some type of sleep disorder. Using a hot tub every day is a fun and natural way to improve our quality of sleep.
Soaking in hot water reduces anxiety and raises our core body temperature, then causes it to drop more quickly, which helps us fall asleep faster. It also lessens pain from inflammation for a more comfortable and restful sleep.
The combination of soothing hot water and massaging hydrotherapy jets will also alleviate sore muscles and joint pain. Hot tub jets can be placed strategically to target certain areas of the body where you need it most, like the back, neck, shoulders, and legs. This helps with arthritis, joint pain, injuries, and even speeds up recovery time after a workout.
Another benefit of regular hot tub use is an improvement in the cardiovascular system. When soaking in hot water, your blood pressure will drop, making it easier for the blood to flow through your arteries. This means the heart does not need to work as hard and is able to rest.
Check out some of the other great health benefits of hot tubs including aiding in weight loss.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hot Tub Jets
Listed below are some of the questions most commonly asked about hot tub jets. Use these as a guide when choosing which are the best hot tub jets for you.
What Types of Massage Jets Are Best to Target Muscle Soreness?
There are a variety of different types of jets available from most hot tub manufacturers. Each of them has different levels of intensity and different pulsing and kneading options so you can target specific problem areas.
Learn more below about the different types of jets from Bullfrog Spas and how they help with sore muscles or get more information in this guide to the best hot tub jets.
- Target Therapy Jets – Placed at key areas like back or calves with firm pressure to relieve tension in muscles
- Mini Target Therapy Jets – Steady stream of firm pressure to wrists, hands, and forearms
- Relaxing Firm Relief Jets – Pressure that is “just right,” for all over your back, relieves stress and helps with relaxation
- Powerful Deep Relief Jets – Most powerful, focused deep-tissue pressure, great for knots in back and neck
- Soothing Shower Jets – Smooth and lightly relaxing, entire back area at once, good for relaxation
- Rotating Single Pulse Jets – Slow pulsing, loosens muscles, feels great between shoulder blades
- Rapid Double Pulse Jets – Medium pressure from two spinning and pulsating nozzles, feels great on spine, helps with relaxation and stress relief
- Kneading Oscillator Jets – Kneading action for a large area, feels great on the lower back
Should You Buy the Most Powerful Hot Tub Jets?
When it comes to choosing hot tub jets, more power is not necessarily better. Designing a jet configuration with too many high-powered jets can lead to low water pressure, which actually means less power. Instead, try a design where the strong jets are strategically placed to target specific massage areas.
You can also change the amount of pressure based on varying moods or needs by adjusting the therapy dial up or down, or increasing pressure by using two pumps instead of one.
How Many Jets Does a Hot Tub Need?
With the customization options of most hot tub jets, the number is entirely up to you, but it is recommended that you create a design based on placement rather than a number. It is possible to have dozens of jets on certain hot tub models, but more is not always better.
As mentioned above, the number and type of jets can affect water pressure and may not target the areas you most need.
The most effective number of spa jets is the number and placement that meets your health and therapeutic needs. Take into consideration any injuries, muscle groups that are often sore, and any specific health needs or goals.
You may also want to consider the height of the people who will be using the spa most often. Use these items to design a hot tub jet system that will help you with these goals as well as have a variety for multiple users.
How Do Spa Jets Work?
There are four simple steps when it comes to how spa jets function. First, the water is pumped through the pipes and directed toward the jets.
Then, the air is allowed in through an air intake valve, and the air is mixed with the water. Next, the pipe diameter is decreased, which compresses the air and water mixture.
Finally, the compressed water and air are released through a small opening, which creates a jet stream of water in the hot tub.
How Much Does it Cost to Replace Hot Tub Jets?
Replacement hot tub jets vary in price according to design and model. The best way to get a price estimate is to contact your local hot tub manufacturer.
To keep hot tub jets working properly and delay the need for replacement parts, make sure they are cleaned each time the water is changed. Use a spa surface cleaner and a long, soft bristle brush for the plumbing.
Are Hot Tub Jets Interchangeable?
Yes! The best hot tub jets are interchangeable so you can customize and optimize your spa for your current needs. Bullfrog Spas offers 17 different JetPak options that can be swapped out or rotated however you like.
You can even place the JetPak you wish to use into the section that fits your height and adjust the massage power to the intensity you prefer.
Which Hot Tubs Are the Best?
There are a lot of hot tub manufacturers to choose from when you are ready to buy your backyard spa. Which hot tubs are the best comes down to personal preference and a combination of important qualities?
Look for a hot tub that is energy efficient, has a high-quality water care system and filters, an advanced water delivery system, full-foam insulation, and high-quality parts.
You’ll also want to choose the manufacturer with a jet system that fits your needs and preferences. The best hot tubs should last more than 10 years and come with a great warranty. Here is a quick comparison of 3 of the top hot tub manufacturers in the United States.
Bullfrog Spas®
Bullfrog Spas is currently the leader in energy efficiency. Their water delivery system uses 90% less plumbing, which saves you money on heating and operating costs. They also have the most customizable jet designs, reliable construction, and easy maintenance.
Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs
Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs is the original hot tub brand and has been around since the 1950s. They are known for being built to last by using high-quality materials. Their jets use a careful balance of air and water for a low-pressure massaging jet.
Sundance® Spas
Sundance® Spas’ Fluidix jet system is great for deep tissue massage and relaxation. Their jets target key pressure points and mimic popular massage styles, such as Shiatsu and Swedish. They pride themselves on being a community-oriented business.
Paradise Valley Spa
Contact Paradise Valley Spa for more information about hot tub jets or designing your own personal spa in the San Francisco Bay Area. Stop by one of our 8 locations to try out a hot tub or tour our showroom.
