Research findings conclude worthwhile benefits from far infrared thermal therapy.
FAR INFRARED THERAPY TREATMENT & MEDICAL DEVICES FROM THERMOMEDIC ARE A SAFE & EFFECTIVE AID IN
THE REHABILITATION & TREATMENT OF PAINFUL MUSCLES, SORE JOINTS & DAMAGED LIGAMENTS & TENDONS
RESULTING FROM INJURY, DISEASE AND GENERAL WEAR & TEAR.


Medical Support For The Therapeutic Use of Far
Infrared Therapy In Pain Management & Health Care

The use of far infrared therapy for therapeutic value has formed the
basis of a number of medical studies. Research findings concluded that
the effects of infrared act upon the skin's surface, blood vessels and
nerves. Further, the effects of thermal energy will vary between
individuals because skin is a complex material with a wide range of
characteristics.

Some worthwhile benefits from far infrared thermal therapy include an
increase in metabolic activity in the superficial tissues, increased mobility
and suppleness of joints with a decrease in pain as well as improved
circulation due to dilatation of the skin vessels without significantly
raising body core temperature or blood pressure. A study conducted by
Dr Justin Tobias of Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha,
Nebraska showed a decrease in stiffness in rheumatoid finger joints.

Further, heat increased the elasticity of connective collagen tissue while
reducing the severity of muscle spasms. Medical studies also document
Neurological Pain Relief with the application of heat and the use of
infrared therapy on the body created an analgesic effect, possibly due
to an increase in endorphins.

Further, there is medical support to show that there is a beneficial effect
on the healing of wounds suggesting far infrared therapy can play an
effective role in treatment of skin ulcers and wounds.

One case study in Australia demonstrated general relief from pain and
an improved mobility of finger joints in the right hand with continued use
of Thermomedic Thermal Therapy Gloves. Relief from pain and swelling
associated with sporting injuries to knee was also evident with the use of
the Thermomedic compression knee support.

This information is provided for general purposes only. The opinions
and results expressed in this article are the opinions of the relevant
researchers. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.

The Use Of Complementary Therapies in Australian Health
Care
Reported in scientific literature, extensive medical studies, both in
Australia and around the world, have linked reduced rates of certain
health disorders to cultures in Asia where alternative therapies are
widely practiced.

These research findings are further supported in a 2006 study
conducted by the distinguished Mayo Clinic in America, which finds
patients are increasingly interested in pursuing complementary medicine
techniques in conjunction with their mainstream medical care.

This study lends authority to patients' beliefs that nontraditional methods
may prove beneficial to their health. This hematology research at the
Mayo Clinic in America is just one current example of such study into the
benefits of ancient Chinese therapies.

Scientific Research
Scientific investigations conducted by researchers world-wide enhance
our understanding of physiological processes which offer us valuable
new solutions to human health issues. Studies into thermal technology is
an excellent example.

Scientists have known for centuries that it is possible to separate
sunlight into its constituent colours (a rainbow) by passing it through a
prism. However, only in the middle of the 19th century was it discovered
that a number of forms of electromagnetic radiation or energy exist, with
visible light being just one of them. Radio waves and x-ray are two other
forms.

The entire wavelength range is called the electromagnetic spectrum
which, depending upon the wavelength and its effect on material
objects, is further divided into, for example, visible light or infrared light.

As a result of years of exacting research, scientists in NASA's Office of
Biological and Physical Research (OBPR) are making use of recent bio-
technical advances to create enhanced health care therapies without
undue side effects. Initially consisting of work with compact imaging
scanners to harness the power of thermal light for use in navigation,
agriculture and space travel, their ground-breaking biotechnology has
also found ways to benefit human health. New fibre technology
combined with NASA's bio-technical discoveries create effective health
care solutions which aim to support traditional medical and therapeutic
procedures.

At NASA's commercial space centre, Provision Technologies, located at
the Stennis Space Centre in Mississippi, scientist, George May and his
researchers been working on Hyper-spectral Imaging technology since
the 1990's to better understand the health benefits to be derived from
the energy wavelengths range, such as thermal far infrared light.


Ground-Based Therapeutic Applications
As a result of their findings, May and his team have since begun to use
Hyper-spectral Imaging technology in the fields of skin and health care.
NASA provides the Centre's funding while also encouraging
partnerships with business, private industry and academic institutions to
ensure their work is available to benefit us all.

One example is their partnership with the wound care clinic of the
Gulfport Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, Mississippi. "We have a lot of
work going on in wounds where we're trying to characterize the healing
process," describes May. The second skin health project is the analysis
of burns, while the third skin project is with the cosmetics industry "to
see if we could fine-tune the chemical composition of cosmetics....." says
May.

Far Infrared Textiles
Other business partnerships include the commercial development of
fibres which harness these new thermal technologies so that they are
capable of providing positive health care benefits to assist with human
and animal welfare. Consideration is also being given to textiles that
have application to positively enhance the health factors within interior
environments.

Far infrared therapy garments using Nanotechnology materials have
unique properties arising from their nanoscale dimensions such as,
positive applications in the pharmaceutical and therapeutic health care
industries.

Are There Any Arthritis Cures?
An Australian research team is hopeful of an arthritis cure following their
2005 discovery of the enzyme considered to be responsible for the
destruction of cartilage in inflammatory arthritis. The team of scientists
from the University of Melbourne and the Murdoch Children's Research
Institute are the first to report an enzyme deficiency that may protect
sufferers against the pain of arthritis.

Dr Amanda Fosang states that "cartilage is found throughout the body,
most notably covering bone endings in joints such as the knee and hip.
A large molecule called 'aggrecan' gives cartilage its unique capacity to
bear load and resist compression and it is this substance that is broken
down in arthritis. The result is a weak cartilage and painful joints. Our
new findings identified a single enzyme called ADAM TS5 which was the
main culprit for aggrecan breakdown.”

Thermomedic Offers The Best Health Care for Healthy,
Strong Joints
Exercise, when balanced with good diet and rest, can help avoid pain
and stiffness, making muscles stronger and joints more flexible. Doctors
and physiotherapists recommend exercise as important for maintaining
healthy and strong muscles, for preserving joint mobility and maintaining
flexibility. Thermomedic Therapy Garments and arthritis treatments
provide the necessary firm compressive support required in the
development of stronger muscles and to maintain more flexible joints.
Safe, natural and effective, Thermomedic far infrared therapy products
are the joint supports of choice for elite athletes and sports people of all
ages.


Those Who Should Exercise Caution In the Use Of Bio-
Ceramic Therapy Garments
It is advised that those individuals suffering conditions such as enclosed
wounds, thrombosis or undergoing cancer treatment should not use
thermal therapy garments. Pregnant women are also similarly advised. It
is highly recommended that you seek professional medical advice prior
to commencing any new health care regime.
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