| FAQ |
We do not recommend it for pregnant women. Always consult your physician before using The HIMALAYA ACUPRESSURE MAT™, if you are pregnant.
Yes, when needed you can hand wash the mat using detergent in luke-warm water. Allow to hang and drip dry. Avoid washing machines and tumble dryers as the plastic points may get damaged.
The points may feel irritating to sensitive or inflamed skin. You may ease the sensation by placing a thin cloth between your skin and The HIMALAYA ACUPRESSURE MAT™. You should of course back off and stop the treatment if you feel you are getting worse.
Absolutely. Because of the release of endorphins and oxytocine you may experience more happiness and harmony.
No, probably the contrary. The blood circulation might increase, but the blood pressure may lower.
We cannot recommend the usage to this particular group of people. Always consult your physician if you have a heart related disease, before using The HIMALAYA ACUPRESSURE MAT™.
Children tend to like it a lot. It helps them calm down and relax. Try using it at bedtime.
Nerves branch out from the back to the rest of the body, which means that a back treatment affect the whole body. However, the mat can be used on specific "target areas" of the body.
It is possible that The HIMALAYA ACUPRESSURE MAT™ can contribute to the following:
decreased pain
dissolving stress
increased metabolism
decreased inflammation.
We suggest that you start with 15 minutes. When more accustomed to The HIMALAYA ACUPRESSURE MAT™ 20-40 minutes per session is standard - although a longer session is not dangerous as many people fall asleep on the mat. We recommend regular, if possible, daily use.
The 8,820 points stimulate the body's tactile corpuscles. The impulses are sent via the bone marrow up to the brain where endorphins are released together with different signal substances and hormones. This allows the muscles and the nervous system to relax.
During first few minutes it's common to feel a pricking warm sensation on the areas being affected. But all pain or discomfort is quickly replaced by a pleasant feeling of relaxation.
