Tourmaline is a mineral with unique properties. Among many peoples, tourmaline stone is famous as a nugget of natural energy and a solar mineral. It appears under the influence of very high temperatures in geysers, volcanoes and other natural sources. It is used in the treatment of various diseases. So, today the tourmaline magnetic knee brace is becoming more and more popular, which will be discussed in this article.
Composition of tourmaline
It consists of aluminosilicates containing boron. The mineral includes 26 elements of the famous periodic table, including magnesium, manganese, silicon, iron, fluorine, iodine, potassium, calcium, lithium, sodium, oxygen, aluminum, boron, etc. The name of the stone comes from “Tura Mali” - in translated from Sinhala it means “stone with different colors”. Tourmaline, depending on the composition of the stone, can be: green, rose-red, yellow, colorless, brown, brown, violet-red, black, polychrome and bright green. According to other sources, the name of the mineral comes from “Tumuli” - “attracting dust or ash.”
Properties of tourmaline
This is a mineral with unusual properties. Its crystals have negative and positive poles, and this causes a constant microcurrent of 0.06 mA on the surface of the mineral. In addition, it is a source of stable infrared rays reaching a length of 15 micrometers. They can penetrate the tissues of the human body and warm it up. It is the only mineral capable of producing negative ions. These piezoelectric properties made it possible to use the stone in radio engineering and medical devices. In addition, it polarizes light.
Healing properties
Until now, the medicinal properties of tourmaline have not been fully studied, although its use for health purposes began in ancient times. Microcurrents appearing on the surface of the mineral transform the composition of the air, and also release negative ions that have a beneficial effect on human health - strengthen the immune system, improve metabolism, restore cell metabolism, and supply the body with natural energy. Therefore, various healing devices are made from it, for example, tourmaline knee pads (instructions for use are included with each package). The microcurrent strength of 0.06 mA completely coincides with the microcurrents of the human body, which only has a positive effect on his health.
The effects of tourmaline on the human body
You can constantly hear from TV screens about products that can positively affect a person’s well-being. These are tourmaline knee pads, in which crystals of the healing mineral are added. What is this product and can you trust it?
To answer these questions, it is necessary to understand the principle of the action of crystals on the body. The source of the healing properties of the mineral is a constant electric field that can supplement energy when interacting with the human body, creating the necessary balance for excellent well-being. When in contact with the pores of the skin, negative ions affect the body's metabolic processes. This has a positive effect on the functioning of the nervous system, blood circulation, and digestion. As a result of exposure, there is an improvement in well-being, stabilization of blood pressure, relief from headaches, and an increase in the protective properties of the body.
Tourmaline warms
It is a natural source of infrared rays reaching a length of 15 micrometers. They, like an infrared heater, are able to penetrate deeply into the tissues of the body and warm them up. This natural heat makes it possible to warm up not the skin, but blood vessels, muscles, capillaries, internal organs, and joints. Tourmaline knee pads were created for them, instructions for use of which are discussed in this article below. Infrared radiation warms up due to its effect on all cells of the body. Capillary vessels expand due to resonance, blood supply improves, cells are supplied with nutrients and oxygen, and this causes the effect of strengthening immunity and regeneration.
Tourmaline products
Scientists from Japan have conducted a huge amount of research on tourmaline, demonstrating that when the stone is crushed, the following indicators increase: enrichment of the air with negative ions and infrared radiation. The use of the mineral in medicine has made it possible to create from it fabric, a belt, a bandage, a magnetic tourmaline knee pad, reviews of which can be read in the article below, etc. A remarkable property of such products is their durability, since the mineral can be charged from the rays of the sun and simply from exposure to heat.
How it works
The infrared spectrum of rays that tourmaline emits when heated destroys peroxidation products formed during inflammatory reactions in the body. At the same time, due to resonant absorption, smooth muscles relax, energy processes in cells are activated, blood vessels dilate, and the cells of diseased joint tissues receive more oxygen.
Numerous reviews of tourmaline knee pads indicate that the effect of the device on the organ at the site of application is similar to the effects of Chinese acupressure and acupuncture.
Due to exposure to an electromagnetic field, the device stimulates reflex points and meridians, which improves the functioning of the nervous system, activates metabolism, and relieves fatigue. If you read reviews about tourmaline knee pads, it is obvious that the use of medications together with them allows you to relieve inflammatory changes and pain in the joint, and accelerate cell recovery after damage.
Orthopedic traumatologists support positive reviews of the tourmaline knee brace and recommend it to stimulate the proliferation of osteoblasts (cells that produce bone tissue) and to increase the amount of intra-articular fluid in diseased joints.
Tourmaline knee pads are also known in China, where they are used to treat diseases caused by exposure to cold. Reviews on medical forums about their use in this country indicate that the products relieve congestion, muscle tension, and improve sleep.
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Despite the multifunctionality of the device: infrared radiation, the formation of negative ions and microcurrents, spraying of drugs, it does not require a constant power supply, since such knee pads can be charged from any heat source. To operate for 10 days, the device requires only 3 hours of solar energy.
Positive reviews about knee pads are complemented by their practicality. Stylish design and small dimensions allow you to take the device to work, school, or on trips.
Treatment of the knee joint
They are the most important joints in the human body. The knee joints account for about 80% of a person's load. Their vulnerability leads to direct exposure to excessive stress, cold, etc. Their fatigue, insufficient recovery period, mechanical damage, such as blows, lead to thinning and degradation of the articular cartilage; over time, it begins to lose its properties.
Tourmaline knee pads (their price, as we found out above, is low) can cope with these problems.
How to choose a tourmaline bandage?
It is recommended to purchase a device for fixing the knee joint after diagnosis from an orthopedist or neurologist. The choice of product depends on the stage of the pathology, location and intensity of pain. Tourmaline corsets come in three types:
- Open type, penetrated with stiffening ribs: designed to reduce joint mobility, relieve progressive pain that occurs during intense movement or under excessive load.
- Open bandages with tension adjustment: mainly used during the rehabilitation period after surgery.
- Knee pads with a warming effect: the heating element of the product is a halogen or infrared lamp, which evenly distributes heat throughout the knee, which leads to a reduction in pain and skin regeneration.
Having decided on the type of retainer, the patient must select the correct corset size.
Joint pain
The unpleasant sensations that appear in the knee joints are a consequence of their damage to various ailments, as well as the consequences of injuries.
- Arthritis is an inflammatory disease. It can develop independently or be a consequence of other diseases.
- Arthrosis is the process of destruction and degradation of joint tissue. Over time, arthrosis greatly reduces the mobility of the knee and leads to deformation of the joint itself and the bones of the legs.
- Meniscopathy is a very rare disease; it appears due to damage to the meniscus. Accompanied by severe pain, without treatment it becomes chronic and leads to the appearance of deforming arthrosis.
- Periarthritis is damage to the tendons of the knee. The pain is tormented in the area of the inner side of the knee, and becomes very severe when going up or down the stairs.
- In the joints and legs in general, when blood circulation is impaired, people suffer from vascular pain, which can accompany a person throughout his life.
Price
The cost of tourmaline knee braces can vary greatly. Pricing is influenced by the type and material of the product. Polyester, in comparison with synthetic fabrics, is more expensive, but does not cause discomfort during prolonged wear and is characterized by high aeration.
The place of purchase plays an important role in pricing policy. It is better to buy bandages mainly from manufacturers or pharmacies. The patient not only saves money, but also receives a guarantee of safety, as he can request a quality certificate for review. Many online stores offer similar products at an inflated price; the quality of such products raises serious doubts.
Tourmaline knee pads: application
They have very high efficiency. Interestingly, even 15 minutes of use is enough for 1 session. They are very convenient to use, since they do not restrict a person’s movements, are almost invisible under clothing and can be used everywhere - at work, at school, while sleeping and at home.
Tourmaline knee pads (you can read doctors' reviews in the article below) do not need to be connected to electrical sources. The mineral itself is considered a natural source of energy and can be recharged from the energy of the sun. It is enough to keep them in the sun or battery for 3 hours - this charge will be enough for ten days of their use.
Their pads contain crushed mineral, which is considered a source of:
- Infrared, deeply penetrating radiation (up to 14 micrometers), which warms up bone tissue, joint tissue, and capillaries.
- Constant biological microcurrent, fully compatible with the biocurrents of the human body.
- Negative ions in the surrounding air, as well as in the circulatory system and human tissues.
- Their effect improves the flow of Qi energy in the body, blood circulation, and also eliminates the symptoms of stress, fatigue, insomnia, and tension.
- Tourmaline knee pads (instructions for each of them are included in the package) nourish the human biofield, protect against geopathogenic, bioenergetic and electromagnetic harmful influences, and also restore the flow of energy in the human legs.
- The use of infrared knee pads helps restore intra-articular fluid and joint cartilage, improves blood microcirculation and blood supply.
Recommendations
It should be taken into account that tourmaline knee pads require special care. Reviews from doctors about them are listed in the article below. So, when using them, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- do not soak;
- light wash no more than 5 minutes;
- hand wash with neutral powder or baby soap;
- do not iron;
- water temperature no more than 40°C;
- Charge the knee pads every 3 days in sunlight or any heat source (the temperature should not exceed 60°C).
Instructions
Tourmaline crystals and magnets are catalysts in the process of connective tissue regeneration. To speed up the action of the active components, before use it is necessary to moisten the knee pad and fix it in the knee area for 10-15 minutes. The bandage is put on while lying down, gradually straightening the fabric along the leg. In the initial stages, it will be enough to perform two approaches per day.
Important! Knee pads should not be soaked in water for a long time, and when washing the product, it is prohibited to use abrasive detergents. According to the operating instructions, a five-minute hand wash in 40-degree water is allowed.
The patient will feel a slight burning sensation and redness of the dermis. This is a normal reaction of the body to infrared radiation. After an hour or two, the symptoms should go away. Every day the session should be gradually increased, reaching a total of 30 minutes. After skin adaptation, the wearing period varies from 2 to 3 hours a day, the maximum permissible wearing interval is 8 hours, provided there are no contraindications. To get the effect, it is recommended to use the device three times a day for 3 months. After taking a 30-day break, the course can be repeated.
Tourmaline knee pads: reviews from doctors
Reading reviews from sellers about tourmaline knee pads, we can conclude that they are capable of miracles. Do doctors agree with this opinion? It must be said right away that traditional medicine does not use numerous products with tourmaline in its practice. Most experts, having studied consumer reviews, come to the conclusion that the effect of such treatment should be attributed to a person’s suggestibility.
Moreover, doctors are confident that tourmaline products can have a weak therapeutic effect. Only tourmaline, as well as its electric field, have nothing to do with it. They make you feel better by relaxing muscles, having a warming effect, and reducing stress on the joint.
It is impossible not to mention contraindications. Such products should not be used by people who have malignant tumors, a pacemaker, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, injuries of any nature, or hyperthermia.
In any case, whether you listen to the opinion of specialists or not, remember that you cannot abandon traditional methods of therapy, and tourmaline knee pads can only be an addition to treatment.
Contraindications
Despite the fact that this method of treatment is considered safe, there are still some limitations.
Important! Before starting treatment, you should definitely consult a doctor.
Contraindications for the use of tourmaline knee pads are the following circumstances and diseases:
- Increased body temperature and fever.
- Lack of temperature sensitivity.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding period.
- Children's age up to 16 years.
- Tendency to bleed.
- Presence of a pacemaker and other implants.
- Individual intolerance.
- The presence of any allergy or tendency to develop one.
- Damage to the integrity of the skin at the site of attachment of the device (wounds, abrasions, cuts).
- Dermatological diseases.
- Thyroid dysfunction.
- After a hemorrhagic stroke.
- Tumor processes in the body.
- Bruises (the device can be used one day after the injury).
Also, during the treatment period, smoking and drinking any alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
In rare cases, tourmaline therapy can cause negative reactions from the body in the form of increased body temperature and blood pressure.