You should lie down on the mat, which should be on a soft base (like a bed or sofa), for 15 to 60 minutes depending on your physical condition. Initially, to grow accustomed to the treatment, the mat can also be placed on a chair and leaned upon. It is recommended that the treatment lying on your back be done regularly for 10 to 15 days prior to bedtime. While lying on the applicator the discomfort of the pressure points should diminish after the first 1-2 minutes. This will change to a warm, relaxing feeling which is sustained throughout the period of the treatment. The skin reddens from treatment with the applicator, which is quite normal. The cotton cushioned Prickly Mat is 15 x 27 inches and is available in an inflatable option.
Additional Tips for Getting the Most from Prickly Pad
- The more you can relax during treatment, the faster you will notice the therapeutic effect.
- The first two or three applications you may experience slight amount of discomfort from the Prickly Pad's pressure points requiring acclimatization. However, after a short period (1 to 2 minutes) the discomfort should go away and be replaced by a warming sensation and skin reddening.
- After treatment for 10 to 14 days, a rest period of 10-14 days is recommended so as not to diminish the effectiveness of the acupressure applicator.
- The skin reddening resulting from applying the applicator is part of the therapeutic effect.
- The applicator may also be used in conjunction with and to complement other traditional treatment modalities.
The Prickly Mat™ may also be used to complement traditional treatment methods.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: For hygienic reasons, only one person should use any given acupressure applicator. Use of a regular soap or detergent is sufficient to clean and disinfect the applicator.
Non-intended Uses (Disclaimer)
The acupressure applicator is NOT recommended for those with acute skin disease such as neurological dermatitis, psoriasis and acne, acute skin irritations (i.e., sun burn), or acute skin inflammations. The applicator SHOULD NOT be used by persons using blood-thinning medications on persons with irregular skin such as moles or warts or red nodes Moles should be avoided during use of the pad.
Side Effects
No side effects are known.
Material Specifications
All materials used are physiologically harmless, odorless and tasteless, tolerated well by the skin, free of allergens, and meet all European and US health standards and guidelines.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Prickly Pad™ line of applicators DOES NOT replace and is NOT A SUBSTITUTE for a doctor's visit for diagnosis and treatment of basic illnesses, specific exercises to strengthen the back and stomach muscles or medication that a doctor may prescribe. Please refer any questions about risks and side effects to your physician or pharmacist.