How to Use an Infrared Heat Lamp Sore on Muscles

Heat therapy is one of most effective treatments for sore muscles. The advancements in technology have taken heat therapy a step further with infrared heat lamps. Infrared heat radiates heat directly on sore muscles without manipulating the surrounding air. Some infrared heat lamps provide short-wave energy, exposing the area to the full-range infrared energy. The most common lamps for sore muscles are far-infrared lamps, which break up the radiation spectrum, making their intensity adjustable. Most infrared heat lamps vary in length, voltage and size.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Soft brush
• Eye protection

1. Purchase a far-infrared heat lamp with a mineral plate. TDP manufactures a far-infrared mineral (F.I.M.) lamp that is coated with a plate that emits 33 essential elements for the human body. It has deeper penetrating waves than most infrared lamps, making it more effective for sore muscles. Chi Activate, Turquois Inc. and Heliohealth offer a selection of TDP far-infrared mineral lamps, from desktops to rollers (see Resources below).

2. Position the infrared heat lamp at least 18 inches away from your skin. Different types of lamps are more powerful than others and may need to be moved even farther away from your body.

3. Clear off anything that is touching the lamp. Wipe off any dust with a soft brush. If the lamp is wet, do not use it until it is completely dry. Make sure that there are no obstacles between you and the lamp.

4. Use the infrared lamp on the sore muscles for 20 to 30 minutes maximum. Your skin may burn rather quickly because of the intense heat. If you notice your skin turning violet, stop using the lamp.

5. Make sure the lamp is enclosed with proper shields, lenses and screens. Infrared lamps produce intense heat that makes the bulbs vulnerable, causing them to shatter. Avoid handling the bulbs directly with your fingers to prevent scratching.

Tips & Warnings

• If you decide to use an infrared heat lamp for a long period of time, make sure you wear proper eye protection to avoid serious damage to your irises.
• Do not use an infrared heat lamp if you have sensitive skin, high blood pressure, poor blood circulation, a pacemaker, a high fever or if you are pregnant.
• Never use an infrared heat lamp during sleep.

Resources

• Chi Activate for TDP mineral lamps
• TDP lamps and accessories at Turquois Inc.
• Far infrared mineral lamps at Heliohealth

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