Infrared is the light energy we get from the sun that makes us feel warm. The Bio-Mat is different from any other infrared or negative ion-generating device on the market and is the original far infrared mat of its kind. The Bio-Mat uses NASA technology to generate far infrared waves, using special compounds of alumina and silica, which can convert any normal energy into infrared rays very efficiently at room temperature. Japanese kurare's super fiber is used in the construction to generate far infrared.

Human Infrared and the Vital Rays

The human body both sends and receives infrared. The body emits infrared wavelengths between 3 and 50 microns with the greatest output around 9.4 microns, which happens to be the resonant frequency of water. (1 micron = 1 millionth of a meter) Within the infrared spectrum, in the 6-14 micron range, are rays known as the "Vital Rays." These rays have been shown to be most beneficial to the body.

The vital rays are the rays emitted by the Bio-Mat, as the infrared passes through the amethyst crystals. The amethyst modulation of the infrared is what makes the Bio-Mat so unique. It creates soothing, and deeply penetrating warmth that the body craves.

The Bio-Mat is a unique medical device producing both far infrared as well as generating medium "Human" infrared. According to NASA research, Human infrared normalizes a variety of important physiological functions, especially glandular functions. This Human infrared feature of the Bio-Mat makes it different from any other infrared device on the market.

10 Hz Infrared

The Original Bio-Mat includes also generates 10 Hz infrared. World renowned scientist Dr. Chian, of China, demonstrated that 10 Hz infrared acts as an information carrier when passed through various materials, including human and animal DNA, pheromones, as well as gemstones such as Amethyst. Bio-Mats with 10 Hz infrared were tested along with a control group of Bio-Mats without the 10 Hz infrared. The most potent healing effects occurred only under the group with the 10 Hz infrared. This means that infrared alone was not as effective for the healing, but rather the addition of information being released from the Amethyst provided the greater effect, as hypothesized by researchers. As one Korean Research scientist said, “It appears that with infrared we are talking about energy, but with the addition of amethyst, the 10 Hz infrared, we are now talking about energy plus healing information. This is the critical difference between the uses of infrared saunas, infrared mats (without 10 Hz infrared or amethyst) and the Bio-Mat. This may explain why so many reports of healing have occurred over the history of the Bio-Mat.

The Bio-Mat also delivers negative ions, which energizes the body for optimal health. The negative ions delivered through the Bio-Mat are delivered directly to the body through the skin's surface via conduction. This greatly differs from ambient air ions delivered through popular negative ion generators used for air cleaning, which NASA reported only positively affect 26% of people. The direct conduction of negative ions allows for an immediate response and change in the body's electrical field for all people, assisting them to achieve an optimal physiological state.

When negative ions are applied to the body, the calcium and sodium circulating in the blood are ionized. This increases the blood's pH and has an overall alkalizing effect on the body. Proper blood pH is essential for optimal health. It has been noted that negative ions applied to the body are helpful at regulating blood pH.

When the amount of negative ions in the blood increases, there is an increase in inter-cellular communication. Cellular metabolism is facilitated, and as a result there is an increase in cellular nutrient uptake and cellular hydration. In addition, cellular waste materials are efficiently excreted. With the increase in cellular metabolism, an optimal cell function is rapidly revived.

Indoor environments, city living, automobiles, exposure to electronic devices, EMF's (electro-magnetic fields), and environmental pollution all result in increased positive ions in the body, tilting the ratio of ions towards the positive. This results in a physiological imbalance, which may have detrimental health consequences. Too few negative ions in the body can cause a number of diseases. Some of the health problems associated with an imbalance of ions in the body include: anemia, allergies, shoulder pain, lumbago, rheumatism, neuralgia, headaches, kidney problems, imbalanced autonomic nervous system function, insomnia, and fatigue.

The Bio-Mat is further enhanced with gemstone-quality amethyst crystals, known since ancient times for their calming and healing effects. The "Amethyst Effect" is a change in infrared light when refracted through amethyst crystals. Scientists experimented passing far infrared light through a variety of substances, including various gems, glasses, and plastics. Amethyst was found to be the only substance which clearly changed the spectrum of infrared light. According to scientists, waveforms mimicked patterns similar to the human voice. Crystallography shows far infrared refracted through amethyst crystals organizes far infrared into geometrical patters with higher bio-compatibility. Korean researchers propose that addition of the amethyst allows for greater increase in the utilization of the light by the human organism.

Far infrared rays penetrate six to eight inches into the human body. These rays not only benefit the skin and muscle tissue on the surface of the body, but penetrate into deeper tissues. The far infrared penetrates into the lymph glands, blood vessels, nerves, and key organs. The rays optimize the health of these tissues in a number of ways. Scientists propose that among the waves within the energy spectrum coming from the Sun, far infrared waves are by far the safest and most beneficial electromagnetic energy available for the human body, directly affecting all metabolic and cellular functions.

1. Improves Circulation & Cardiovascular Function

Far infrared waves raise body temperature, warming the blood and expanding the blood vessels. There is an increase in peripheral blood flow and volume, resulting in improved circulation and heart function.

2. Improves Immune System Function

Far infrared ray's deep heat raises body temperature, inducing an artificial and healthy fever. As the body works to combat the "fever," the body's immune system is activated and strengthened. Combined with the detoxification of harmful toxins and waste products, one's overall health and resistance to disease are greatly improved.

3. The Bio-Mat Relieves Pain

The deep heat of the far infrared helps peripheral blood vessels dilate, bringing relief and healing to muscles and soft tissue injuries. Increased blood circulation carries off metabolic waste products and delivers oxygen-rich blood to oxygen-depleted muscles, so they recover faster.

4. The Bio-Mat Burns Calories and Controls Weight

As one relaxes in the gentle heat of the far infrared, one's body is actually hard at work, producing sweat, pumping blood and burning calories. According to a Journal of the American Medical Association report, a single far infrared session burns as many calories as rowing or jogging for 30 minutes.

5. The Bio-Mat Eases Joint Pain and Stiffness

Far infrared heat therapy is widely used to treat patients suffering from many kinds of arthritic and musculo-skeletal disorders. In addition, it has been proven effective in the treatment of sprains, neuralgia, bursitis, muscle spasms, joint stiffness and many other musculo-skeletal ailments. Stiffness, aches and soreness that come with aging are reduced or eliminated using far infrared.

6. The Bio-Mat Reduces Stress and Fatigue

The gentle warmth of the far infrared rays helps to sooth nerves and relaxes tight or knotted muscles. The end result is reduced stress and improved energy.

7. The Bio-Mat Improves Skin

The Bio-Mat's far infrared and negative ions penetrate the skin deeply, helping detoxify impurities from the skin and lymphatic system. In addition, exfoliation is greatly enhanced by the far infrared, rapidly removing dead skin cells. Increased circulation draws the skin's own natural nutrients to the surface, rejuvenating the skin's health and appearance.

8. Removes Bodily Toxins and Assists in Detoxification

Far infrared helps to detoxify the body in several important ways. Increased blood circulation stimulates the sweat glands, releasing built-up toxins and waste. Daily sweating can help detoxify the body as it rids itself of an accumulation of potentially carcinogenic heavy metals, alcohol, nicotine, sodium, sulfuric acid, cholesterol, and uric acid. In addition to causing the body to sweat, far infrared is capable of removing toxins via several other bodily systems.

Only the finest quality materials are used in the construction of the Bio-Mat. This is quite apparent from simply looking at the mat. This mat is designed to last for years.

The Bio-Mat is controlled by an advanced computer technology that monitors and controls all aspects of its performance. If any part of the mat gets higher than the selected temperature, the current is cut off by thermal sensors distributed throughout the mat.

Only the highest quality amethyst is used in the construction. In fact, a gemstone certificate is included with your Bio-Mat.

The Bio-Mat uses the highest quality bi-metal in its mats. Bi-metal is used inside infrared mats as a heat sensor to control heating functions within the mat. Low-quality bi-metal can break over time with usage, rendering the mat ineffective. There is only one type of 'high quality', long-durable bi-metal sold on the market today. This bi-metal is manufactured by Texas Instruments and was originally developed for military usage. The Richway Bio-Mat is the only company that has access to and uses this high quality bi-metal in their mats. This means a guaranteed longer life for the mat, reflected in Richway's warranty and repair policies. Although the expensive bi-metal is higher in cost, it is the only bi-metal meeting Richway's exacting standards, and is one more reason the Bio-Mat is the superior mat of its kind.

The Bio-Mat delivers the benefits of a far-infrared sauna for a fraction of the price with far greater portability.

Unlike conventional heating pads, the Bio-Mat protects your body from harmful household alternating current by providing power using a five-tiered buffering system in which the AC current is converted to DC (direct current). Unlike a heating pad, the Bio-Mat heats your body and not the pad. It radiates and penetrates deep (six-eight inches) into the body.

Other companies have tried to produce similar mats, but none has matched the quality and technology of the Richway Bio-Mat.