What is an infrared wave?
The visible portion of the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) is what we call light; this range is from the longer wavelength of red to the shorter wavelength of violet.
This visible portion, which can be seen by the naked eye, is a small segment of the range of the EMS.
Ultraviolet, Gamma, and X-rays are shorter wavelengths that emit high-energy radiation, which can damage us.
At the other end of the invisible spectrum are infrared, radios, and microwave, which are low energy longer wavelengths.
Infrared radiation, although not visible, can be experienced as heat. Amazingly, the sun emits infrared rays, and our body also emits infrared radiation. By rubbing the palms, you release the energy that feels warm. This infrared radiation is generated to “lay a hand on areas of the body where increased circulation could reduce the discomfort of swelling and pain.”
This is the principle on which the popular practice of Reiki is based.
This healing practice dates back hundreds of years and is still valued today in Eastern and now Western cultures.
Types of office and home Far Infrared Ray (FIR) devices used in healthcare include:
✔ Infrared lamps
✔ Infrared mats
The therapeutic value of FIR lamps, sauna, and mats
FIR rays can penetrate the layer of skin, tissues (muscles, bones) and organs of the body.
The rays gently elevate the surface temperature of the skin and this results in dilation of the blood capillaries.
This increase in microcirculation helps more oxygen and nutrients circulate to the areas of the body most in need of detoxification and regeneration. 
Medical conditions that may be improved by using FIR ray technology
Far infrared (FIR) therapy is used in medical and healthcare services to temporarily soothe muscles and stimulate the natural functions of the body.
Far Infrared has been shown to support the relief of several wellness concerns:
✔ Pain relief
✔ Sore muscles
✔ Chronic fatigue
✔ Elimination of water retention
✔ Detoxification to eliminate lactic acids, free fatty acids, excess sodium, and uric acid as there is sweating when the FIR therapy is used
✔ Improvement of blood circulation where professionals continue to test the effects and applications of far infrared rays
Many studies attempt to tackle major wellness issues such as cancer, diabetes, and arthritis. While some of these studies have produced positive results, it remains unclear exactly what level of effectiveness FIR therapy actually has on these conditions. It is possible that someone could make a breakthrough discovery in a few years, months, or even days.
A word of caution
While there are wellness benefits associated with FIR therapy, there is a word of caution with its use.
Designers of medical devices have made therapeutic devices accessible and safe for home use.
It is important, however, to read the instructions and use them as advised by the manufacturers. With respect to the FIR ray lamp, one must be careful about using the device.
The distance for use of the FIR from the body and the period of exposure to the rays are important instructions to note.
For information on the FIR mats, you can contact us by phone at (888) 774-4422 or by email at info@HealthyLine.com.
