ReviewPhotodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine2023
Physical properties and biological effects of ceramic materials emitting infrared radiation for pain, muscular activity, and musculoskeletal conditions.
Review in Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to 2 registered trials, which are not on this map. Cited by 7 papers.
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The trial behind it
Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.
Clinical Outcomes Related to Treatment of Distal Symmetric Polyneuropathy Using Semiconductor Embedded Therapeutic Socks
The Comparison and Combination of Semiconductor Embedded Therapeutic Arm Sleeves and Platelet-Rich Plasma With Adipose Stem Cell (PRP+ASC) Injections for the Treatment of ECRB Tendinopathy (Lateral Epicondylitis): A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Prospective Clinical Trial
Who cites it
7 citing papers in PubMed, 20 citations in OpenAlex.
- Effect of infrared belt and hot water bag on labor pain intensity among primiparous: a randomized controlled trial.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2023Trial
- Bioceramic arm garment does not increase diameter of brachial artery and blood flow-Compliance and biceps microcirculation in male recreational sports practitioners at rest: A single blinded randomized cross-over study.Journal of sport and health science · 2025Article
- Effect on Reduction in Inflammatory Fluid and Improvement of Cell Membrane/Skeletal Muscle by Far-Infrared Rays Emitted from Loess Bio-Balls During Sleep.Biomedicines · 2025Article
- Sauna therapy in rheumatic diseases: mechanisms, potential benefits, and cautions.Rheumatology international · 2025Review
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- Clinical Impact of Thermotherapy and Spinal Twisting Massage on Chronic Non-Specific Spinal Pain.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2024Article
- Physical properties and biological effects of ceramic materials emitting infrared radiation for pain, muscular activity, and musculoskeletal conditions.Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine · 2023Review
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6 authors at 6 institutions in 4 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundUp to 33% of the general population worldwide suffer musculoskeletal conditions, with low back pain being the single leading cause of disability globally. Multimodal therapeutic options are available to relieve the pain associated with muscular disorders, including physical, complementary, and pharmacological therapies. However, existing interventions are not disease modifying and have several limitations.
methodLiterature review.
resultsIn this context, the use of nonthermal infrared light delivered via patches, fabrics, and garments containing infrared-emitting bioceramic minerals have been investigated. Positive effects on muscular cells, muscular recovery, and reduced inflammation and pain have been reported both in preclinical and clinical studies. There are several hypotheses on how infrared may contribute to musculoskeletal pain relief, however, the full mechanism of action remains unclear. This article provides an overview of the physical characteristics of infrared radiation and its biological effects, focusing on those that could potentially explain the mechanism of action responsible for the relief of musculoskeletal pain.
conclusionsBased on the current evidence, the following pathways have been considered: upregulation of endothelial nitric oxide synthase, increase in nitric oxide bioavailability, anti-inflammatory effects, and reduction in oxidative stress.
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