It is always interesting to see people show their creative side and make good thing even better. This time - about an approach of combining an acupressure mat and heating pad to create a powerful weapon against pain and tension. The newly discovered usage of two powerful tools might be a new trend in well being!
Browsing through the web one can find many interesting articles about people finding their own, personal and very effective methods of dealing with different problems and conditions. Michelle Panagos recently sharing her experience of a revolutionary approach in using an acupressure mat and healing pad combined to reach better results - on the company's blog. Here's what she wrote:
"I discovered a technique that enhanced my Pranamat experience exponentially... a heating pad!I use a heating pad on occasion and found myself last night trying to decide between my heat pad or the Pranamat and had a revelation that perhaps I could have both! So I placed my heat pad underneath the mat and turned the heat up high. It feels absolutely phenomenal!
A little concerned about how the materials, especially the coconut, would be affected by the heat short term or long-term.
In any event it feels GREAT!
Enjoy!..."
A bit on how it works.
Many sources reveal that most pain comes from muscle strain of exertion, which then creates tension in both muscles and soft tissues. The tension constricts circulation and sends pain signals to the brain.
What heat application does is dilate the blood vessels around the pain area and increase the blood flow to help damaged muscle tissues with more oxygen and nutrients. The heating pad also stimulates sensations on one's skin and by this decreases the pain signals that our body sends to the brain. Warmth flexes the soft tissues and muscles in the injured area releasing tension and stiffness.
Various types of heating pads allow them to be used at home, work or while traveling. And, as suggested by Michelle, it also works well with the Pranamat Eco.
The acupressure mat Pranamat Eco is known to work in a very similar way. It stimulates bioactive points and skin receptors to relieve tension and increase blood circulation, also triggering endorphin release to reduce pain. The natural sense of warmth that is caused by the increased blood circulation also loosens the muscles and warms them up in order to stretch the muscle fibers.
Basically, what Pranamat Eco does is releasing your body's natural power of self-healing and rejuvenating processes. Using these two devices can bring a faster relieve and, as pointed out by Michelle, is also very pleasant.
What about materials?
Now, what Michelle is concerned about is that the heat might damage the mat. Where's what can be found on blog(dot)advaitaart(dot)com:
Electric heating pads mostly heat up till from 170 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit (76 to 82 °C) (please see the manual for specific information on the pad you are using). This temperature cannot harm or damage the materials that are made for intensive use and are highly durable.
Acupressure mat is made of natural materials - cover is stitched from 100% linen, the inner filler cover is made of 100% undyed cotton and the mat filler is a 100% natural coconut fibre. Here's a bit on each of the components used in Pranamat Eco.
Linen is a material known for its durability. It allows free air circulation, is anti static and hypo allergenic. As any natural fiber textile it is prone to temperature changes.
Lotuses, made of medically tested and toxin-free plastic H.I.P.S., are prone and safe for use in close contact with skin. The plastic does not contain heavy metals and massagers are attached to the mat without any glue. That means that no hazardous vapors are released during the use. Lotuses are attached with a patented heating technique and can hold high temperatures.
Coconut fibre is a natural material that allows free air circulation and does not absorb any odors. It is also temperature resistant, does not emit any chemicals and is hypo allergenic.
Suggestions for usage
Heating pads are mostly used in treating pain and relieving tension. These are also one of the most common uses of Pranamat Eco. Try to enforce the effect by using a heating pad and acupressure mat combined.
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