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Grounding Mats?

10sluvr — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:52:14 GMT

Just started reading about grounding mats and i'm curious if anyone is using them? Hubs has diabetic retinophy and was considering using it for that, mainly. Thanks.

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MariotaMurielle — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:16:18 GMT

@10sluvr wrote:
Just started reading about grounding mats and i'm curious if anyone is using them? Hubs has diabetic retinophy and was considering using it for that, mainly. Thanks.

@10sluvr, did you mean neuropathy? I've never heard of a grounding mat so I did a quick search. it sounds like it could either be a real benefit, or another hoax, but either way I'll be interested to see some responses here from anyone who may have experience with them.

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PinkyPetunia — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:26:19 GMT

I was thinking retinopathy was the word.

Never heard of grounding mats, had to look it up. If this was so wonderful why haven't we heard more about it? I am pretty skeptical by nature so I am just thinking out loud. My initial reaction is that it is a hoax.

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pigletsmom — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:46:39 GMT

I have to say I don't get the point of a mat. I read about grounding recently and I thought the point was to be outside. Honestly what I read about it left me thinking well yes it's good to go outside and enjoy nature and peace and quiet. Not shocked that it waws somehow turned into something you could do inside with an electronic.

I am always a skeptic though so my opinion probably isn't worth much.

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ThinkingOutLoud — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:58:08 GMT

Not sure how it might help with your husband's condition but grounding is a real thing. Ideally you walk barefoot in nature but when weather and other circumstances don't allow for that, a mat could be an option.

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ThinkingOutLoud — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 17:01:43 GMT

@PinkyPetunia wrote:
I was thinking retinopathy was the word.

Never heard of grounding mats, had to look it up. If this was so wonderful why haven't we heard more about it? I am pretty skeptical by nature so I am just thinking out loud. My initial reaction is that it is a hoax.

There are a lot of wonderful things we don't hear about but that doesn't mean they're a hoax or don't exist. The avaliable cures for cancer is just one example.

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Snowpuppy — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 17:03:12 GMT

While I'm familiar with grounding/earthing, this is the first I've heard of a mat producing the same effect.

Traditional grounding has been proven to reduce inflamation in the body. Walking barefoot in grass or on sand is beneficial. You can also use a chair and sit if mobility is an issue. If his disorder is linked to inflamation the practice can help.

An electronic device replacing Mother Nature? Here I'd be skeptical but if they offer a return policy, give it a try!

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haddon9 — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 17:18:47 GMT

I have heard of "grounding" but not grounding mats. With grounding one is supposed to go barefoot outdoors in nature on the grass or even better on the beach.

There are supposed to be health benefits but of course most people can't do this everyday.

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Nightowlz — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 18:32:00 GMT

I read about grounding or earthing years ago. I should have bought one long ago but never did. I should buy one to give it a try.

You can do the same thing sitting outside with bare feet on the ground, in dirt, sand etc.

If I lived around a beach I would sit with my feet in the sand daily.

IMO it's not a hoax?

It says it may help diabetic neuropathy. It says it can decrease glucose in patients with diabetes so keep track if you try it.

AI on Google says

Neuropathy
One person reported that sleeping on an earthing sheet for 18 to 20 months completely healed their leg neuropathy.
I would do some research about it before making your purchase.

You might also want to do some research about Red Light Therapy which is what I use.

I'm not diabetic but it helps for may aches, pain & inflammation.

This is what AI on Google says:

Some benefits of red light therapy for diabetic neuropathy include:

Pain reduction: Red light therapy can significantly reduce pain, numbness, and tingling.

Improved nerve function: Red light therapy can improve nerve conduction velocity.

Reduced inflammation: Red light therapy can reduce inflammation and swelling.

Improved circulation: Red light therapy can promote blood circulation.

Red light therapy can be used in conjunction with other treatments for diabetic neuropathy. Treatment sessions can vary depending on the condition and the device used, 10-20 minutes at a time.

Don't buy any of the pads you have to charge it before you can use it. When I want use mine I want to use it now not wait until after I charge it.

The first pad I bought you can plug in wall outlet. The next pad I bought has a controller for it I connect to usb port on computer so I can use it any time.

You will want to know what wavelength you are buying.

The pad I have has 300 x Infrared 850 nm lights + 150 x 660 nm lights for a total of 450 light chips.

It will take some research to figure it out. I read a lot of info at Platinum Therapy Lights & Novaa Labs. Platinum Therapy has an article Red Light Wavelength: Everything You Need To Know. This is not all you need to know so do your research.

I was going to buy one of the their panels but think I will buy a full length pad after I research those.

It's NOT a Heating Pad. It does work.

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Nightowlz — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 18:04:41 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
@PinkyPetunia wrote:
I was thinking retinopathy was the word.

Never heard of grounding mats, had to look it up. If this was so wonderful why haven't we heard more about it? I am pretty skeptical by nature so I am just thinking out loud. My initial reaction is that it is a hoax.
There are a lot of wonderful things we don't hear about but that doesn't mean they're a hoax or don't exist. The avaliable cures for cancer is just one example.

@ThinkingOutLoud

Doctor's don't want us to know about these things you can buy to help yourself. They rather you pay for an office visit etc???

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GenXmuse — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 19:34:59 GMT

I've been seeing a lot about it. I'm not ready to buy but I'm looking into it.

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CelticCrafter — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 19:36:19 GMT

Diabetic Retinopathy is eye damage.

Neuropathy is nerve damage.

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10sluvr — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 22:09:22 GMT

thanks everyone, i did mean neuropathy. I have also heard about the "grounding" that you do by going out side barefoot. I saw a blurb about grounding mats and was curious and i know this group have a wide range of knowledge.

Not rushing out to buy anything just researching for hubs. Thanks all!

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gardenman — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:39:48 GMT

If you think it'll help, it might, but the science (or lack thereof) is pretty sketchy. Bear in mind, nearly everything in your house is already grounded so if you touch the metal parts of a desktop computer case, refrigerator, stove, microwave, etc, you're grounding yourself. Pretty much any appliance that's plugged in and has a metal case/frame is grounded.

Electrical charges tend to balance out. That's why you get static shocks on occasion. That's your body's electrical charge balancing out with whatever you're touching. You gain or lose electrons to get into balance with whatever you're in contact with. You don't need prolonged contact as electricity tends to move rather quickly.

This is one of those, "If you think it'll help, it might" things to me. The science is more than a little sketchy. The good news is it won't hurt anything. I wouldn't recommend using one in a thunderstorm though as lightning tries to find the easiest path from the ground to the charged clouds and you don't want to be that path. The less grounded you are in a thunderstorm, the better.

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cantdrive55 — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:03:35 GMT

If you search "NIH grounding benefits", you'll find several articles and studies on the National Institute of Health's website.

While YMMV, the science is sound.

I have the sheet & I think it helps with sleep & chronic pain.

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tends2dogs — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 17:07:00 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
@PinkyPetunia wrote:
I was thinking retinopathy was the word.

Never heard of grounding mats, had to look it up. If this was so wonderful why haven't we heard more about it? I am pretty skeptical by nature so I am just thinking out loud. My initial reaction is that it is a hoax.
There are a lot of wonderful things we don't hear about but that doesn't mean they're a hoax or don't exist. The avaliable cures for cancer is just one example.
@ThinkingOutLoud

Doctor's don't want us to know about these things you can buy to help yourself. They rather you pay for an office visit etc???

@Nightowlz They don't know about these things or have never taken the time to learn about anything out of the box except for standard of care. They will never deviate from the protocol set forth by Big Pharma and the insurance companies. Most would never think to do something creative as far as care. You have to search for that if you want something different.

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ThinkingOutLoud — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 22:05:50 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
@PinkyPetunia wrote:
I was thinking retinopathy was the word.

Never heard of grounding mats, had to look it up. If this was so wonderful why haven't we heard more about it? I am pretty skeptical by nature so I am just thinking out loud. My initial reaction is that it is a hoax.
There are a lot of wonderful things we don't hear about but that doesn't mean they're a hoax or don't exist. The avaliable cures for cancer is just one example.
@ThinkingOutLoud

Doctor's don't want us to know about these things you can buy to help yourself. They rather you pay for an office visit etc???

Etc. is right!

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Icegoddess — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 22:57:12 GMT

My feet don't like me walking around barefoot anymore. And outside would be even worse since you never know what's hiding in the grass/dirt/sand. Whatever the reason, that area where the toes meet the foot have a sharp pain when walking barefoot. Funny, I can wear heels though.

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I am still oxox — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 16:55:31 GMT

I have a bed mat that is supposed to arrive today my husband and I bother have neuropahy issues

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pigletsmom — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:53:08 GMT

What kind of bed mat @I am still oxox? Let us know if it works.