Technology originally developed for space exploration is now helping medical professionals to explore new ways of treating cancer.
Far infrared technology was originally pioneered by NASA as part of their program of space discovery and exploration, but the medical and scientific community soon recognized the therapeutic qualities of far infrared rays. Today, far infrared rays form the basis of a range of innovative, complementary treatments. Because these rays are capable of safely penetrating the body and delivering healing properties internally, the treatment is ideal for conditions such as cancer.
So what exactly are far infrared rays, and how do they treat such a wide array of health conditions?
Far infrared rays are part of the electro-magnetic light spectrum and they closely mimic the frequency of natural sunlight. Unlike sunlight, however, far infrared rays do not contain any of sunlight’s harmful radiation effects. Because emanations in this part of the spectrum can infiltrate the human body safely, these rays are capable of delivering heat therapy and cellular stimulation throughout the body, where ordinary topical treatments could not reach.
Recent studies suggest that far infrared light stimulates the production of healthy cell tissue, promoting faster, more complete healing processes. Studies also indicate that these rays encourage the elimination of cellular wastes and toxins. As part of a preventative or therapeutic health regimen, the confirmed benefits of exposure to far infrared rays are myriad. But it is the ability of far infrared rays to reach and break apart malignancies in the body that is of particular importance to people with cancer.
The use of far infrared rays to fight cancer, known as “hyperthermia treatments,” involves raising the temperature of 
the body area surrounding a malignancy. The treatment is designed to increase body temperature to a point where cancerous tissues are destroyed, while leaving the surrounding healthy tissue intact.
This form of treatment is currently practiced in Europe, in such esteemed medical treatment clinics as the International House of Klinik St. Georg, near the Bavarian Alps. Here, patients are treated with a synergy of treatments that include detoxification through diet and nutritional supplements, low-dose chemotherapy and localized far infrared ray hyperthermia sessions. Because the heat treatment actually penetrates the membranes of the cancer cells, it concentrates the effects of the other chemical and nutritive therapies.
Patients with a range of cancers, including inoperable and terminal conditions, are reported to have experienced tremendous success with this combinative heat therapy.
Today, health practitioners from a full range of disciplines agree on the beneficial properties of far infrared technology. Originally used only by advanced scientific organizations such as NASA, its therapeutic benefits are now available to consumers. Even better, a far infrared therapy product has been approved for home use by the FDA, so that anyone can benefit from the healing properties of far infrared rays without having to make regular visits to a medical practitioner’s office or clinic. For more information on the BioMat, a safe, reliable product that allows home consumers to self-administer far infrared ray treatment, visit our BioMat home page.
With patients experiencing positive results with far infrared rays, it’s an innovative treatment option that every cancer sufferer should explore more fully.
