Paraffin Therapy

Quality & Safety You Can Trust!

Since 1962 the Therabath Professional Paraffin bath have been proudly MADE IN THE USA! This is something our competitors cannot compete with! Therabath units are also CE, CETL and Health Canada listed as a Class II Medical Device. FDA Class II Medical Device standards ensure that the Therabath has been stringently tested for safety and that our manufacturing facility is audited regularly to inspect our manufacturing practices.

I've seen some cheaper paraffin baths in stores. Are they the same as the Therabath?

The Therabath, along with our refill paraffin wax, is made in our FDA manufacturing facility located in Maplewood, MN USA. This allows us to control the entire manufacturing process and closely monitor production every day!  We can be sure that every bath that leaves our factory is safe and meets our high standard of quality.

How often should I use the Therabath?

The paraffin wax is drug-free and so there is no concern for over-use.  Use it as often as necessary to relieve pain or moisturize skin. Many people find that paraffin treatments are especially effective in the morning to loosen up the hands for daily activities, and again in the evening to relieve pain before sleeping.

Does insurance cover the paraffin treatments?

Doctor-prescribed paraffin treatments may be covered by Medicare or Private Insurance. Check with your insurance company for details (Therabath does not process insurance requests or reimbursements.).

How do I know whether I should use Paraffin Therapy?

As with any medical treatment, if you have specific questions, consult a physician or physical therapist before using this device to determine if thermotherapy is right for you. See our Therabath product manual for contraindications.

Is this paraffin bath only for professional use?

The Therabath was originally designed for portability for patients who were receiving treatments in the physical therapy or doctor’s office, but can also be used outside of a professional clinic.

Use and Operation

Can I reuse the paraffin?

We do not suggest reusing paraffin that has been removed from the skin.  Used paraffin contains, sweat, dry skin, etc. that was on the surface of the skin.  This will form a sediment on the bottom of the unit over time and will require more regular cleanings of the bath.

How can I make the paraffin melt faster?

  1. Before melting the paraffin, put the grille on TOP of the un-melted paraffin (as instructed in the manual)
  2. Leave the lid on to keep the heat enclosed and to eliminate drafts that may cool the paraffin.
  3. After about 6 hours, if the paraffin hasn’t melted completely, put your hand in a mitt/boot liner bag and press down firmly, but carefully, on the solid chunk(s) of wax so that it is pressed up against the bottom of the unit where the heating element is located.
  4. For a bath that safely melts the paraffin in half the time, see our Therabath Model TB9!

How long will 6 pounds (2.72 kg) of paraffin last?

Six pounds of paraffin provides approximately 40 sets of hands or 30 sets of feet dipped three times each. Remember to keep the paraffin level in the tank between the 6-9lb lines.

I've seen your paraffin scents. How do I replace the paraffin in my Therabath?

Please go to the “Learn More” page and visit the “cleaning tab”.

Features

What does the CE mark mean?

CE marking is a certification mark that indicates conformity with health, safety and environmental protection standards for products sold within the European Union. This is also a mark of quality in many International countries/regions throughout the world.

Why is the TB6 tank deep? What does this do for me?

The Therabath Paraffin bath holds at minimum 6lbs of paraffin but up to 9lbs and is made primarily for Thermotherapy, or heat therapy. The deeper tank (up to 25% deeper than previous models) allows for patients or users to immerse the hand or foot farther in to the wax for more coverage on the wrist or ankle. This allows for a larger area to receive the heat therapy. If therapy is not your reason for using the Therabath then the benefit is getting more applications or treatments (up to 15% more wax coverage) before having to refill the unit.

Why does the green (red for 220V units) light go on and off?

The Therabath unit cycles on approximately 8-10 times per hour for a short period of time each cycle. This is normal operation and does not indicate that the unit is not working properly. If the wax, after 8-10 hours, is not completely melted then this may indicate a problem with your unit. The light does not indicate it is “ready”, it just indicates it is heating.

How much power or wattage does the Therabath use?

Leaving your Therabath plugged in 24/7 is always a concern for people for adding to their electric bill. Therabath TB6 Power consumption is approximately 0.03 kWh/hr. This is equivalent to a portable fan (less than a ceiling fan which is about 0.075 kWh/hr) or a single use of a toaster (so an hour of the Therabath running is the same as a single use of a toaster).

Does the Therabath model TB6/TB7 have an on/off switch, temperature dial or a quick-melt cycle?

No. To safely melt the paraffin, the Therabath will always run in a safe temperature range. Because of the time it takes to safely melt paraffin, there is no on/off switch on the bath. Think of your Therabath as a refrigerator – just as you leave your refrigerator on and ready to use, leave your Therabath on too! In fact, the Therabath is safer to run than your refrigerator!

For a bath that melts the paraffin in about half the time as the model TB6/TB7, check out our Adjustable bath models TB9 or TB10.

Be cautious of paraffin baths with temperature-setting dials. These baths may allow the paraffin to physically melt faster, but it may be too hot to use for several hours (it actually has to cool down first!). Units that we have tested have gotten over 165 degrees F (140 degrees would likely burn and so this temperature is very dangerous). The Therabath Model TB6 never reaches above the average running temperature range of 128 degrees to 132 degrees F.

Why does the Therabath have a grille?

The grille mainly hides particles that may collect on the bottom. It also keeps the user’s hand or foot from touching the bottom of the tank where the heating element is.

What size is the Therabath?

The inside dimensions are 12.9″ L x 6.75″ W x 5″ D (32.8 x 17.2 x 12.7 cm). The outside dimensions are 14.25″ L x 8.5″ W x 7.75″ D (36.2 x 21.6 x 19.7 cm).

Are there service manuals available?

We no longer offer the option for users to service their our Therabath. Please see our warranty/repair request here.

Are there SDS sheets available?

Yes. Please look on our Service page for a complete list.