The intended use of this Far Infrared Heating Mattress is to provide muscle relaxation therapy by delivering heat and much more. The radiant Far Infrared heat provides relief from minor muscle and joint pain, including stiffness. It also helps relieve pain from arthritis. It improves blood circulation, and the relaxation of muscles. In recent clinical trials, it was found that this particular form of thermal therapy has been beneficial to a number of various illnesses including gastro enteric disorder, constipation, headache and blood pressure problems. This product can also help offer relief from the following symptoms: Parkinson's disease • stroke • kidney • prostate • diarrhea • constipation • expansion of abdominal region • stomach • ulcers • lungs • asthma • yellow jaundice • etc. These are used by many massage therapists, and chiropractors worldwide!