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Reduction in body measurements after use of a garment made with synthetic fibers embedded with ceramic nanoparticles.
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PMID:  21332913     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Data-Review    
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Background  Therapeutic effects have been attributed to far-infrared (FIR) radiation emitted from different types of sources. One class of such infrared emitters consists of ceramics in a powdered form, which allows for its incorporation into creams and fabrics. Such ceramic materials emit in the FIR when subjected to body temperature. Published literature reports significant improvement in both pathological conditions, such as pain and blood dyscrasias, and cellulite upon use of accessories containing ceramic emitters. Objectives  In this study, we investigated whether the use of a garment made with synthetic fibers embedded with powdered ceramic led to a reduction in body measurements. Methods  The study population comprised 42 women divided into two groups: active and placebo. The volunteers used clothing either impregnated or not impregnated with ceramic powder for at least 8 h/day for 30 days. Results  The experimental data showed a reduction in body measurements, which may be a consequence of an increment in microcirculation and peripheral blood flow, and these changes might promote improved general health. Conclusions  Objective indicators were identified which showed that the reported ceramic accessories actually were capable of biological modulation.
Authors:
Luis Augusto Lupato Conrado; Egberto Munin
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Journal of cosmetic dermatology     Volume:  10     ISSN:  1473-2165     ISO Abbreviation:  J Cosmet Dermatol     Publication Date:  2011 Mar 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-02-21     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  101130964     Medline TA:  J Cosmet Dermatol     Country:  England    
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Languages:  eng     Pagination:  30-5     Citation Subset:  IM    
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© 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Affiliation:
Universidade Camilo Castelo Branco - Unicastelo, Núcleo do Parque Tecnológico de São José dos Campos, Eugênio de Melo, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil.
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