TDP Far Infrared Mineral Heat Lamp w/a Detachable Big 6.5 inch Head Latest Version * KS 9800* Floor Model

I have been dealing with lower back issues for many years. Someone recommended getting a TDP lamp, so in doing research and reading reviews I ordered it. Putting it together was easy for the most part. I was having trouble getting the head into the ball joint, so I called the company and they sent a video and it helped. I find the unit stay steady and does not tip over. The unit takes about 10 minutes to warm up and then you are good to go. You a hear the timer while using it but it is not a bother. While many people use it laying down, I used it standing while working. The heat feels great on the back. Hopefully overtime this will help with the pain I get from time to time.

As you can tell by the idiom, I'm a bit long in the tooth (another dated idiom)... 71. I'm at a point where I tell my doctor what doesn't hurt, rather than what does... it's a shorter list! Lately, I've has trouble with muscle spasms in my upper back and neck that last for days. I've read several articles on TDP infrared mineral heat lamps and the science behind them and decided to give it a try. Looking through what Amazon as well as other companies had to offer, it appeared that this same lamp was being private labeled by several different companies and sold for a wide range of prices. This one, sold by K.S. Choi Corp. thorough Amazon, was by far the lowest price of all those I looked at. There are cheaper, tabletop TDP lamps, but I wanted a floor standing unit that I could use anywhere.First thing I noticed when unpacking the lamp was how well it was built. With the exception of the control panel and knobs, the lamp is metal, mostly steel. The base was heavy, to keep it from tipping over, and came with casters to make it easy to move around. If you don't have GFI sockets in your house, it might be a good idea to use a GFCI Adapter like TRC 90033 Shockshield White Portable GFCI Plug with Surge Protection. While 3 wire grounded outlets are specified in the instructions, if you only have 2 prong outlets, a 3 prong to 2 prong grounding converter like AVB Cable U-09 3 Prong to 2 Prong Grounding Adapter, Gray used with the GFI adapter would be much safer than without it.The instructions say to preheat the lamp for 5 minutes before use, then place it 10 to 12 inches (25cm to 30cm) (no closer than 6 inches (15cm) ) away from the bare skin of the affected area. The recommended treatment time is 40 minutes. A a safety check, after my first treatment, I measured the temperature of the mineral plate (the radiating surface) and my skin temperature. The plate measured 551F (288C)) which puts the peak wavelength around 5200nm, within the FIR (far infrared) range (4000nm to 14,000nm). My skin temperature was 106 deg. F (41C). It felt warm, but not uncomfortably so (I read that skin temperatures up to 130F (54C) were safe.) Did it work? Well, I've only had it for a couple of days and used it 3 times on my aching muscles and joints. After each treatment, I felt no change in my level of pain, however, the next day, the pain was completely gone all 3 times. Coincidence? Perhaps. We shall see how it does over time. Based on what I've seen and experienced so far, this is definitely a 5 star product.

UPDATE: I have used this for several months. Still in perfect working condition. I am still extremely happy with this purchase!I bought this after my acupuncturist has used on one me weekly for a year or more. It is wonderful to reduce pain and tightness in muscles and body. I have been using heating pads for years (highly recommend sunbeam brand, their warranty is wonderful). This is a next step that works even better with longer lasting results.I was told to buy a TDP lamp with the mineral plate and the bulb not the led lights. This model fit all the recommendations and more. The head is a bit bigger than the one at the office and it warms a bigger area. It takes a few minutes to warm up and not nearly the 20-30 minutes. Maybe 5-7 minutes for mine. I like that this has a timer to prevent staying under too long. (I want to because it feels so good). I also like that I can hear the timer click off when my time is done, the digital models are silent. The positioning is easy and solid, it stays where you put it. The base and wheels were easy to set up and really the only thing that needed put together. The unit moves easily over my carpet and wood floors.All in all, I am very happy with this purchase.

The head will not stay inserted no matter what we do. We have several of these, this is the first time a brand new one falls apart regularly whether immediately or after an hour - including once heated, endangering the patient exposed to the device as the hot component comes crashing down (we have an acupuncture clinic). Of course we didn't save the box for a return. If we use some sort of heat resistant glue to hold it, we'll never be able to replace that unit (usually only necessary after a long period of use). This was not properly manufactured to fit and hold.

Item was defective. It happens. I returned it with no trouble and ordered another one. This is a great lamp. I owned the previous version of this same model. However, there was a note in the package which said this item had been tested. That's odd. It could have been damaged in shipping although there was no evidence of any damage on the outside. It happens. It does.