Far-infrared ray patches relieve pain and improve skin sensitivity in myofascial pain syndrome: A double-blind randomized controlled study

Lai, Yen-Ting; Chan, Hsiao‐Lung; Lin, Shu Huan; Lin, Chih Ching; Li, Szu Yuan; Liu, Chih Kuang; Teng, Hao Wei; Liu, Wen Sheng

doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2017.10.007

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“…A number of primary studies describe its effects on humans. In particular, three studies focused on osteoarthritis, four studies on fibromyalgia, and six encompassed a wider range of diseases (ankylosing spondylitis, recovery from sports injuries, myofascial pain syndrome) [12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24]. A detailed account of the results of these studies is presented in Table 1.…”

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Infrared therapy can be delivered with light-emitting devices (photobiomodulation), wires, ceramic materials, and IR saunas. In a number of studies, infrared therapy has also been associated with clinical and perceptual improvement in chronic-pain-related psychosomatic symptoms such as fatigue and insomnia [12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24]. By means of a systematic review, we aimed to evaluate the use of infrared radiation in the management of musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain.…”

Section: Effects Of Infrared Light On Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Infrared Radiation in the Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions and Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review

Tsagkaris¹,

Papazoglou

Eleftheriades

et al. 2022

EJIHPE

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Infrared radiation (IR) is a promising complementary treatment for musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain. By means of a systematic review, we evaluated the contribution of IR to the management of these ailments. PubMed-MEDLINE, Scopus, and Cochrane Library–Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were systematically searched until 20 December 2021. The literature search yielded 233 relevant records. Following the screening of titles and abstracts, 42 full-texts were evaluated. As per inclusion/exclusion criteria, 13 publications were entered into the qualitative assessment. These studies described the effects of IR in humans: three studies focused on osteoarthritis, four studies on fibromyalgia, and six encompassed a wider range of diseases (ankylosing spondylitis, recovery from sports injuries, myofascial pain syndrome). Based on the findings of our systematic review, we noted a decrease in pain levels, as evaluated by the visual analog scale (VAS), in patients suffering from musculoskeletal disorders treated with IR. In addition, IR use led to a decrease in Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FiQ) scores in subjects diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Nevertheless, IR has failed to facilitate muscle recovery following athletic injuries.

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Section: Effects Of Infrared Light On Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Infrared Radiation in the Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions and Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review

Tsagkaris¹,

Papazoglou

Eleftheriades

et al. 2022

EJIHPE

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“…In none of these studies were the effects associated with significant changes in temperature, consistent with the low power associated with both far infrared lamps and non-powered ceramics in thermal equilibrium with skin (on the order of 0.1-1 mW/cm 2 [ 3 ]. In vitro studies have found infrared radiation to inhibit cellular proliferation and be associated with increased reactive oxygen species; decreased production of intracellular nitric oxide and heat shock protein; inhibition of prostaglandin E2 synthesis; inhibition of kinase dependent nuclear signalling; and decreased production of inflammatory mediators and cell adhesion molecules [ 4 , 5 , 17 - 19 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the Effects of Far-Infrared Emitting Ceramic Fabric Shirts and Control Polyester Shirts on Transcutaneous PO2

Washington¹,

Wason²,

et al. 2018

J Textile Sci Eng

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Our aim was to confirm earlier studies showing tcPO2 to be higher under clothing made with polyethylene terephalate (PET) fabric containing ceramic particles (CEL) compared to standard PET fabric. In previous studies PET garments were donned first to avoid possible persistent effects from ceramic particles. This study randomized donning sequence to avoid bias.MethodsSubjects were randomized to don either PET shirts first (PETF n=73) or CEL first (CELF n=80), switching garments after 90 minutes. Skin temperature (ST), arterial oxygen saturation (O2sat), and tcPO2 were measured every 30 minutes.ResultsBaseline ST and O2 sat were nearly identical in the two groups. Baseline tcPO2 was modestly higher in the CELF group than with PETF: 66.4 ± 18.9 vs. 63.9 ± 18.8 mmHg (n.s). Independent of donning sequence, tcPO2 measurements 90 minutes after wearing CEL were 6.7% higher than after 90 minutes wearing PET (p<0.0003). Sequence analysis found tcPO2 in PETF subjects to gradually rise before and after switching garments, but tcPO2 fell immediately after switching garments in CELF subjects. PETF baseline O2sat of 98.1 ± 1.3 increased insignificantly after 90 minutes, and then increased further to 98.6 ± 0.8 after wearing CEL ninety minutes (p=0.0001). CELF baseline O2sat of 97.9 ± 1.7 increased to 98.5 ± 1.1 90 minutes after donning CEL (p=0.0002) and fell to 98.3 ± 1.0 ninety minutes after switching to PET (p=0.0033).ConclusionsThe ability of ceramic-embedded fabric to induce higher tcPO2 measurements is not due to sequence bias.

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“…More and more devices are coming onto the market, for example portable transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) machines. 93 TENS provides localized strong yet comfortable muscle contractions to ease musculoskeletal pain. 93 Microcurrent Electrical Therapy (MET) is another portable system for patients, activating central pain modulatory mechanisms using resonant frequencies.…”

Section: Integrative Medicine Within the Self-healing Conceptmentioning

confidence: 99%

“… 93 TENS provides localized strong yet comfortable muscle contractions to ease musculoskeletal pain. 93 Microcurrent Electrical Therapy (MET) is another portable system for patients, activating central pain modulatory mechanisms using resonant frequencies. Cells communicate throughout the body via the extracellular fluid and the circulatory system via cell-surface receptors.…”

Section: Integrative Medicine Within the Self-healing Conceptmentioning

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Self-Healing: A Concept for Musculoskeletal Body Pain Management – Scientific Evidence and Mode of Action

McSwan¹,

Gudin²,

Song³

et al. 2021

JPR

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Traditionally, musculoskeletal pain management has focused on the use of conventional treatments to relieve pain. However, multi-modal integrative medicine including alternative/complementary treatments is becoming more widely used and integrated into treatment guidelines around the world. The uptake of this approach varies according to country, with generally a higher uptake in developed countries and in females aged more than 40 years. Integral to the concept described here, is that the body has an innate ability to self-heal, which can be optimized by the use of integrative medical strategies. Stress triggers for acute or recurring musculoskeletal pain are diverse and can range from physical to psychological. The mechanism by which the body responds to triggers and initiates the self-healing processes is complex, but five body networks or processes are thought to be integral: the nervous system, microcirculation/vasodilation, immune modulation, muscular relaxation/contraction and psychological balance. Multi-modal integrative medicine approaches include nutritional/dietary modification, postural/muscular training exercises, and cognitive behavioral mind/body techniques. This article will review the self-healing concept and provide plausible scientific evidence where available.

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Far-infrared ray patches relieve pain and improve skin sensitivity in myofascial pain syndrome: A double-blind randomized controlled study

Cited by 18 publications

References 26 publications

Infrared Radiation in the Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions and Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review

Infrared Radiation in the Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions and Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review

Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the Effects of Far-Infrared Emitting Ceramic Fabric Shirts and Control Polyester Shirts on Transcutaneous PO2

Self-Healing: A Concept for Musculoskeletal Body Pain Management – Scientific Evidence and Mode of Action

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