Heat therapy is an important aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine. is the traditional method of applying heat therapeutically, however, a drawback is the inhalation of smoke particularly by practitioners who perform moxibustion with the majority of their patients.
TDP + Infrared Lamp Therapy offer a wonderful alternative to burning moxa. Although not a direct substitute, TDP lamps generate a unique heat that, like moxibustion, is penetrating and stimulates deep muscle relaxation thereby increasing circulation, help reduce pain, and reduce inflammation. The use of the lamp also frees practitioners from the manual aspect of moxibustion, so that they can attend to other aspects of their patient care.
The TDP + Infrared lamp is a specific electromagnetic lamp that produce far infrared (below visible light) emissions (2–50 micro-metre range, just in case you were wondering). TDP is an acronym for “Teding Diancibo Pu” which loosely translated means specific electromagnetic spectrum. The lamp is used in several hospitals in China and Japan to increase microcirculation, to loosen fascia and muscles, and to accelerate the natural healing processes of the body.
the TDP + Infrared lamp is different from other far-infrared heating devices. It contains a heated mineral plate made of a proprietary formula of 33 trace elements, which stimulates your body to heal naturally.
Who would benefit from TDP lamp?
Anybody with muscles tightness, inflammation, or pain. The treatment is usually done on the neck, back, shoulders, knees, elbows, or ankles to recover faster from an injury (such as motor vehicle accident) and reduce pain. It can also be used for lower abdominal (cramping or period pain).
What to expect when getting a treatment?
A treatment with TDP + Infrared lamp feels like a gentle sensation of heat and patients say that the treatment feels very relaxing. We often use it together with or after a massage or cupping treatment.
The micro-circulation of blood caused by the TDP + Infrared Lamp can have many beneficial effects on the human body. The warmth can ease the stiffness in the muscles and reduce inflammation simply by spending time lying under it.
You lie under the lamp head at a distance of 12 to 16 inches with the heat directed on the affected area. You’re likely to feel only a warm sensation that is soothing and relaxing. The duration of each session depends on the kind of illness the patient has.
- To chronic lower pain and stiffness, and promote better health, 6 to 20 sessions are needed, each lasting for about 5 to 40 minutes, once a day.
- To help with joint pain and ease movement, each session must last for 30 minutes and is taken for seven days.
- To reduce muscle spasms, treat muscle strains and sprains, or relieve back pain, shorter sessions can be taken as needed.
A treatment with TDP + Infrared lamp feels like a gentle sensation of heat and patients say that the treatment feels very relaxing. We usually used it .
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How Long Is Treatment?
Acupuncture treatments are highly personalized and can vary in length. The first session includes a health consultation to learn more about you and your ailments and may take up to an hour or more. Treatments themselves can last between 30 minutes to an hour. These relaxing treatments are not only great to unwind and relieve stress, they can ease pain and help improve sleep.
When Will I Feel Better?
This can vary quite a bit depending on your condition. Some patients feel better right after their first acupuncture session, others need a few treatments before feeling relief. How often treatment is needed is also unique to you and your condition. We often see patients need fewer treatments for acute issues, with chronic conditions requiring visits more often and for longer periods of time. Get in touch with us and we can discuss what your treatment would look like.
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