What is a Gou Gong TDP Far Infrared Mineral Lamp? The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp, currently approved by the FDA, was invented by a group of scientists in China, headed by Dr. Gou Wenbin. The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp has proven effective in treating numerous ailments such as muscular aches and pains, soft tissue injuries, arthritis and various skin conditions.
Early in 1970, an odd and interesting phenomenon was noted at a century-old ceramic factory in a rural area in China. This factory had extremely poor working conditions. The workers there stood in mud [ clay ] for much of the work day and the new production manager recognized these abject working conditions, becoming concerned that the workers would be troubled with arthritis and other related ailments due to standing on the cold, sodden floor for long periods of time. The ensuing investigations disclosed that the side effects of standing in the mud were the opposite of original concerns. They found that there was not a single case of arthritis among the workers.
A full-scale scientific investigation revealed a single anomaly: an electromagnetic reading in the far-infrared spectrum emanating from the kiln used to fire the ceramics. Analysis of a metallic slag in the kiln, accumulated over years of buildup, showed it was made up of 33 minerals. These minerals happen to correspond with 33 essential minerals in the human body, and when heated sufficiently, radiate far-infrared energy exactly like the human body.
The conclusion of the research suggested that the clay was the reason for such few pain symptoms.
The critical component of the TDP lamp is the heat-treated black clay. The ceramic plate emits electromagnetic waves in the infrared range of between 2 and 25 microns. The absorbed energy promotes microcirculation and strengthens the immune system as well as relieves pain in the body. It also stimulates the accupuncture points at the treatment location, and stimulates microcirculation which results in the delivery of higher levels of oxygen and nutrients to injured tissues. The emitted FIM energy penetrates up to 31/2 inches.
This effect is greater in injured tissues, since there is less resistance to electrical current and electromagnetic force at locations of damage in the body.
Since far infrared promotes blood circulation, it causes the expansion of capillary vessels. Therefore, it assists in tissue detoxification and improved efficiency in the lymphatic system.
The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp has successfully treated up to 60 million patients in China, Hong Kong, South Asia, Japan, Europe, and Australia.
The Gou Gong TDP Mineral Lamp and Clay Therapy
Combining the Power of the TDP Mineral Lamp and Clay Therapy Torn Muscle or Tendon: Quick Relief
Heated Clay Packs In some situations, such as with wound management, a gentle and warm clay pack is more advantageous to therapy than cool clay packs. A gentle warmth will prevent wound chilling which can slow down healing, and the heat provides comfort and relief.
Since the TPD lamp alone has been used successfully to treat localized infections, the mineral lamp and clay application is a perfect marriage. One recieves the benefit of the mineral lamp, the heating advantage of far infrared, and the amazing benefits of local clay treatment.
Our research over the last few months ( June 2006 ) indicates that the clay itself does not prevent the far infrared from penetrating into the body. How can we tell? When far infrared effects localized tissue, the heat spreads by resonance. If one has a damaged tendon, for example, then the heat can be felt resonating up and down the tendon, and not just below the treated location. This effect has not shown to be minimized even when a clay pack 1 1/2 inches thick has been applied, with the TDP lamp about 12 inches above the clay pack. It is very possible that the localized clay ( just like with the mineral plate itself ) conducts the infrared single, and perhaps even amplifies it.
The combination of the TDP mineral lamp and local clay therapy is ideal for:
Soft tissue damage Muscle, tendon and ligament injuries Stimulation of accupunture locations to the point we would call the combined therapy true "Qi Gong" therapy. Skin conditions General injuries Relief from localized arthritic conditions As part of a support system for trauma healing ( spinal cord, bone damage, etc. ) Reduction of localized inflammation The treatment time for application of the lamp with clay is no more than 30 minutes, no more than twice daily. If more treatments or longer treatments are required, then the lamp should only be used to keep the clay warm ( turning the lamp on and off, or moving the lamp further away from the body ).
The TDP lamp can be used with clay compresses as well, as long as one considers that the added heat will cause the clay to dry very quickly.
Our end analysis of the combination of clay and the TDP lamp is that this unique treatment is better than the Lamp used alone, and also better than a clay pack used alone. However, our analysis is based on subjective information.
How we Discovered the TDP Lamp for Use with Clay Many, many years ago we noted that hydrated clay made with geothermal hot springs water, taken immediately from an artesian source and combined with healing clay, was far more active than clay hydrated with normal water. Eventually, the study of balneology lead us to believe that the pressurized and naturally heated water had special properties due to the far infrared energy produced by ultrasonic wave forms. Furthermore, the heating of clay by the sun just prior to use has been a practice long used by pelotherapists.
As time went on, we knew it would be advantageous to find other sources of energy that could be safely used with clay by others, regardless of their demographic location. Upon reading an article about how the Chinese invented this lamp, the lamp became an obvious first choice for further investigation.
While any far infrared may be used with clay, The TDP lamp is definately unique and superior. We suspect that the clay used during therapy acts as a traducer, amplifying the effect and thus carrying at least some of the properties of the original clay studied in China.
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TDP mineral lamp From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search Contents [hide] 1 General description 2 Components 3 History of invention 4 Availability 5 History of product models 6 Treatment 7 Contraindications and safety
[edit] General description The TDP mineral lamp is a medical device which comes under FDA Class II as a far-infrared heating device. The premise of the lamp is that the far infrared (below visible light) emissions increases microcirculation and loosens fascia to accelerate the natural healing processes of the body. The TDP mineral lamp is a therapeutic substitute for moxabustion, and is reported to be the only mechanical device that can add Qi to the body. It is used by acupuncturists, Asian bodywork therapists, and other medical professionals. The class of devices to which it belongs is approved by the FDA for temporary relief from pain and arthritis.
[edit] Components The components are typically a rolling base, vertical pole, electronic timer (mechanical or digital), spring arm, and head. The components of the head are what makes the TDP lamp different from other far-infrared heating devices. The head consists of a wire cage, a heat reflector, an electrical heating plate, insulator, and a mineral plate. It is the mineral plate which is the unique element. The heating element operates at about 870-degrees Fahrenheit, and the lamp emits far-infrared radiation in the 2-50 micrometre range.
The mineral plate is a proprietary formula of 33 trace elements which are also found in the human body, in various chemical binding forms. The actual formula, specific mineral forms, and amounts of each of the materials used in manufacturing is secret. Twenty-six of the elements represented have been revealed by various manufacturers. They include: aluminum, antimony, arsenic, barium, boron, cadmium, calcium, carbon, chromium, cobalt, copper, iodine, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, nickel, phosphorus, selenium, silicon, sodium, sulfur, tin, titanium, zinc, and zirconium, bonded onto an iron plate .3 to .6 millimeters in thickness. The iron plate is .5 to 1.5 millimeters in thickness and provides stability and protection for the more fragile mineral layer, and distributes heat evenly on the plate. The remaining seven elements are suspected to be bismuth, germanium, lithium, potassium, rubidium, strontium, and vanadium, although verification has not been available.
[edit] History of invention TDP is an acronym for "Teding Diancibo Pu" which loosely translated means special electromagnetic spectrum.
The TDP mineral lamp was invented in China in 1978 and exhibited at the 1986 Zagreb International Fair in Yugoslavia in competition with 560 inventions from 18 countries by the inventor Mr. Gou Wenbin. It was also exhibited at the 1986 Brussels Eureka World Fair for Invention. Mr. Wenbin died in the late 1980's.
The story told about the discovery of TDP mineral lamp therapy begins in a black clay factory in rural China, where in spite of a work environment where workers were exposed to extremes of cold, wet, and heat, they had a very low incidence of illness. Upon further investigation, the differentiating factor was determined to be the beneficial far-infrared radiation from the hot clay. Analysis of the clay and later experimentation led to the development of the medical device now known as the TDP mineral lamp.
Experimentation with TDP mineral lamps started and by 1979, 36 universities, 45 graduate schools, 41 research institutes, 250 hospitals, and 3000 thousand medical doctors and researchers formed an international TDP society[1] for the purpose of performing clinical studies related to the effects of TDP mineral lamp therapy.
The state of research in 1985 showed TDP mineral lamp therapy to have been successfully used to treat over 30 different human and animal diseases and disorders. Thirty million people had received medical treatment from TDP mineral lamps. Clinical evidence[2] [3] [4] confirmed that TDP mineral lamp therapy would reduce inflammation, calm pain, and improve micro-circulation, and balance metabolism. Evidence was gathered substantiating TDP mineral lamp use promoted cell growth, reproduction, and repair, concurrently with promotion of specific enzyme activity levels and immune function. [5]
[edit] Availability The first company to import these lamps to the United States was the "Sacred Crane" brand as reported by the FDA 510K pre-market notification[6]. The TDP lamp was patented in China in 1992 and was granted the Medical Apparatus and Instruments Certificate by the China State Medicine Bureau.
The company who holds the Chinese patent has been unable to successfully enforce the patent, which has resulted in approximately twenty-three manufacturers selling their versions of the TDP mineral lamp. The Chongqing Silicate Research Institute (CSRI)[7] is the Chinese patent holder, and sells the lamp under the trademarked names "Changle" and "Gou-Gong." The North American importation of Gou-Gong lamps by C&H Int'l[8] in Houston, Texas ceased in June 2007.
The importer reported that the components supplier for the heating element used in Gou-Gong lamps and most other brands was producing inferior parts. The failure rate of the heating elements spiked in lamps manufactured after July 2006 from an estimated 2% failure rate to an over 50% failure rate.
[edit] History of product models TDP mineral lamps have been sold under a variety of descriptive names and model numbers. Most model numbers are not representative of the device, and are used because the model numbers are historically familiar, although the lamp's construction may not resemble the original lamp with that model number. It is possible to find TDP mineral lamps also being sold as "bio-spectrum lamps," "FIM Energizers," and "FIR Lamps." Common model numbers include, but are not limited to, CQ-27, CQ-12, CQ-33, CQ-36, CQ-55A, CQ-222A/B/C/D, CQ-270A/B. Version numbers are sometimes used too. The Version 1.0 lamp refers to the original invention from 1978. Later editions in the 1980's (ver. 2.0) increased the size of the head to 6.5" from 4.75" and offered models with one head or two [[Image:[7]]], and desktop editions. In the 1990's (ver. 3.0) manufacturers changed the manual timer to a digital timer.
Manufactures continue to modify the original design to gain market differentiation advantages. Changes most frequently manifest in differences between the timer, the stand, and the size/shape of the head. Recent experiments with the mineral plate are adding thickness of materials, since the (replaceable) mineral plate has an estimated life of 1000-1500 hours. When the mineral plate looks ash grey, it is time to replace it. TDP mineral lamp therapy has a billable modality number 97026 for doctors to bill insurance providers.
[edit] Treatment Treatment usually consists of bare skin exposure in the affected area with the lamp positioned 12-18 inches from the body. Length of self-treatment for a single condition is typically 15-30 minutes (not longer than 45 min.), 1 or 2 times a day, for 7-10 days. More weeks of treatment are acceptable under direction of a doctor. Many sample charts are available suggesting guidelines for use.[9] The patient should feel warmth but position the lamp to avoid scalding. Skin temperatures should not be allowed to exceed 130-degrees Fahrenheit.
[edit] Contraindications and safety Patients with neuropathy are warned that the inability to accurately feel the temperature of the treatment may result in accidental burns. Infants or persons who cannot communicate when treatment is too hot should also avoid treatment. Treatment in areas with surgical implants (metal, silicone, pacemakers, etc.) should be avoided because of the risk that these foreign materials may absorb and hold heat at a different rate than living tissue, accidentally causing internal burns. Pregnant women, people experiencing fever, otitis media, splenitis, ophthalmic diseases, varicose veins, open pulmonary tuberculosis, serious arteriosclerosis, and with bleeding tendencies should avoid TDP mineral lamp therapy. People with hypertension should not use the TDP Lamp on their head. When using on the head, protection of the eyes is required so they do not become dry.
For persons with the following symptoms, TDP mineral lamp therapy may not be advised, as in Chinese medicine a therapist should not use heat treatment with someone who exhibits "hot" symptoms already: a natural tendency to be hot, rapid pulse or red face, fever or headache, dry mouth, thirst, sore throat, or cough, yellow tongue, dark urine, or sticky yellow mucus, hot flashes or night sweats, redness and swelling, mouth and tongue sores, chapped lips, or bleeding gums, heart palpitations, mental agitation, mania, or insomnia. And generally avoid treatment if the recipient does not like it.
^ TDP research initiated[1] ^ Techniques in Orthopaedics. 18(1):33-36, March 2003. Markow, Mary J. N.D., M.S., L.Ac.; Secor, Eric R. Jr N.D., M.S., L.Ac.
^ The blood visco-elastic properties within TDP radiation Liu Yuping, Deng Linhong, Wu Yunpeng, Wang GongRui, Yang Ruifang Chongqing University; Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 1990., Proceedings of the Twelfth Annual International Conference of the IEEE Publication Date: 1-4 Nov 1990 On page(s): 2180-2181 ISBN: 0-87942-559-8 ^ Electroacupuncture: An introduction and its use for peripheral facial paralysis Journal of Chinese Medicine. Number 84, June 2007 [2] ^ TDP mineral lamp therapy journal references needed. ^ FDA 510K notification[3] ^ Chongqing Silicate Research Institute[4] ^ C&H International[5] ^ Guidelines for use[6] Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TDP_mineral_lamp" Categories: Lamps
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