Heated LED Pain Relief Back Pad

Description

Offered exclusively by Hammacher Schlemmer, this is the flexible wrap with deep-penetrating infrared and red LEDs and soothing warmth that relieves pain and stiffness in the back. The wrap utilizes technology originally developed by NASA to ease discomfort caused by arthritis, tendonitis, sprains, and strains. The 60 medical-grade LEDs-40 infrared (invisible to the naked eye) and 20 red-generate therapeutic light that penetrates deep beneath the skin to increase blood circulation, reduce swelling, and temporarily relieve joint pain. A study at the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee showed that LED infrared therapy reduced painful inflammation by up to 37%. An imperceptible element also heats the wrap to 105º F for therapeutic warmth on the skin's surface. Unlike wands that must be held for extended periods, this hands-free device secures to the back, knee, shoulder, arm, or leg with elastic straps and treats a large 7" x 4" area. AC adapter with 10' cord. 14 1/2" L x 9" W x 1/4" D. (1 lb.)