TDP Lamps, Far Infrared

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TDP is an acronym for "Teding Diancibo Pu" which loosely translated means special electromagnetic spectrum.

The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp, currently approved by the FDA, was invented by a group of scientists in China, headed by Dr. Gou Wenbin. The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp has proven effective in treating numerous ailments such as muscular aches and pains, soft tissue injuries, arthritis and various skin conditions.

Early in 1970, an odd and interesting phenomenon was noted at a century-old ceramic factory in a rural area of China. This factory had extremely poor working conditions. The workers there stood in mud [ clay ] for much of the work day and the new production manager recognized these abject working conditions, becoming concerned that the workers would be troubled with arthritis and other related ailments due to standing on the cold, sodden floor for long periods of time. The ensuing investigations disclosed that the side effects of standing in the mud were the opposite of original concerns. They found that there was not a single case of arthritis among the workers.

A full-scale scientific investigation revealed a single anomaly: an electromagnetic reading in the far-infrared spectrum emanating from the kiln used to fire the ceramics. Analysis of a metallic slag in the kiln, accumulated over years of buildup, showed it was made up of 33 minerals. These minerals happen to correspond with 33 essential minerals in the human body, and when heated sufficiently, radiate far-infrared energy exactly like the human body.

The conclusion of the research suggested that the clay was the reason for such few ailments.

Principles of TDP Therapy

The critical component of the TDP lamp is the heat-treated black clay. The ceramic plate emits electromagnetic waves in the infrared range of between 2 and 25 microns and 28 to 35 mw/cm2. The emitted FIM energy penetrates up to 3½ inches. You will feel heat during TDP treatments. However, it is not the heat but the electromagnetic waves that provide the remarkable therapeutic effects. The absorbed energy promotes microcirculation and strengthens the immune system as well as relieving pain in the body. It also stimulates the acupuncture points at the treatment location, and stimulates microcirculation, which results in the delivery of higher levels of oxygen and nutrients to injured tissues.

The effectiveness is greater in injured tissues, since there is less resistance to electrical current and electromagnetic force at damaged locations in the body. Since far infrared promotes blood circulation, it causes the expansion of capillary vessels. Therefore, it assists in tissue detoxification and improved efficiency in the lymphatic system. TDP mineral lamp therapy is considered a billable modality for doctors to bill insurance providers.

The Far Infrared Mineral Lamp has successfully treated millions of patients worldwide

Model Variations

TDP mineral lamps have been sold under a variety of descriptive names and model numbers. Most model numbers are not representative of the device, and are used because the model numbers are historically familiar, although the lamp's construction may not resemble the original lamp with that model number. It is possible to find TDP mineral lamps also being sold as "bio-spectrum lamps," "FIM Energizers," and "FIR Lamps." Common model numbers include, but are not limited to, CQ-27, CQ-12, CQ-33, CQ-36, CQ-55A, CQ-222A/B/C/D, CQ-270A/B. Version numbers are sometimes used too. The Version 1.0 lamp refers to the original invention from 1978. Later editions in the 1980's (ver. 2.0) increased the size of the head to 6.5" from 4.75" and offered models with one head or two and desktop editions. In the 1990's (ver. 3.0) manufacturers changed the manual timer to a digital timer.
Manufacturers continue to modify the original design to gain market differentiation advantages. Changes most frequently manifest in differences between the timer, the stand, and the size/shape of the head. Recent experiments with the mineral plate are adding thickness of materials, since the (replaceable) mineral plate currently has an estimated life of 1000-1500 hours.

Beware of Imitations

C&H sells only genuine Guo Gong TDP Lamps. We receive our lamps directly from CSRI the original manufacturer of Guo Gong TDP Lamps. C&H is the only authorized distributor of the original Guo Gong TDP Lamp in the United States.