What is a Spoonk?
Spoonk Acupressure Mat works on the principles of acupressure – healing art known as Shiatsu massage – by stimulating increased circulation with 6210 acupressure stimulation points pressed against problematic areas it helps remove blocked energy and muscle tension or pain while rejuvenates whole body.
Do Spoonk mats work?
In my experience, the Spoonk mat helps alleviate muscular tension and back pain. It also helps me relax after a long day typing away on my keyboard. And with that extra relaxation, I feel that it helps me sleep better too. I’m not sure it’s a product that people with very sensitive skin will enjoy quite as much.
Where are Spoonk mats made?
The stimulation points are made with high quality, non-toxic, hypoallergenic ABS plastic. Spoonk is the only brand that uses plant based, USA-made, CertiPur-US Eco-foam free from PBDE flame retardants and made using VPF technology.
How long should you lay on a Spoonk?
The most recommended way to use Spoonk™ is to lie on your back in bed for 30–40 minutes. However, Spoonk™ can treat any sore muscle areas — back, neck, shoulders, head, hips, abdomen, feet, etc. Do not use the mat against your bones. For best effects, use direct skin contact.
What are the benefits of an acupressure mat?
Acupressure mat users have reported finding relief for the following conditions:
- headache, which is thought to be alleviated by standing on the mat with both feet evenly placed.
- neck pain.
- backache.
- sciatica pain in the back and leg.
- tight or stiff back muscles.
- stress and tension.
- fibromyalgia pain.
- insomnia.
Do spike mats work?
Spike mats do not alleviate chronic pain. Nor do they lead to a better night’s sleep. But pain sufferers who have tested a spike mat did experience a measurable reduction in the worst peaks of pain, according to recent research in Sweden. Spike mats do not alleviate chronic pain.
Is it OK to sleep on an acupressure mat?
Do not sleep on the acupressure mat all night. If you are lying on the mat in bed, remove it after 15-20 minutes or less. Do not use the mat on the same day that you have an acupuncture treatment. Do not use the mat on various body parts in one session.
Can you lay on your stomach on an acupressure mat?
She also recommends using the mat at the end of the day: Lie down on your stomach and do some deep breathing into the belly to wind down. “This is great for organs and the digestive system.”
Do acupressure mats help cellulite?
Others swear that using the mats regularly can cure all sorts of medical ailments, like headaches, high blood pressure, and constipation. Why stop there: The mats can also apparently relieve chronic neck and back pain, reduce the appearance of cellulite, and cure muscle aches.
Can you sleep on acupressure mat?
Are acupressure mats worth it?
Acupressure mats haven’t been studied extensively, although users rave about the reduction in pain and other symptoms they experience while using them. If you have back or body pain, stress, or headaches, acupressure mats and pillows may be worth a try.