Infrared heat therapy is a noninvasive tool that has been studied for decades. Infrared, an invisible heat-producing electromagnetic energy that radiates at specific wavelengths, supports healthy blood flow and healthy endothelial cells—the innermost layer of our blood vessels—which are critical to how well our cardiovascular system functions. Emerging research shows that infrared heat can significantly benefit the cardiovascular system, supporting healthy local blood circulation by maintaining a healthy inflammatory response.

Whether you’re looking for full-body exposure or a targeted session for a specific body part, these infrared mats provide localized heating to support muscle relaxation.

There are three types of infrared heat, defined by their wavelength: near infrared (0.8 to 1.5 micrometers), middle infrared (1.5 to 5.6 micrometers), and far infrared (5.6 to 1,000 micrometers). All these mats use the well-researched far-infrared heat.

Infrared Heat

Full-Body Mats

Larger infrared mats can be used to support your entire body at once.

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   HealthyLine
   Rainbow Mat
   goop, $1,999

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   HigherDOSE
   INFRARED PEMF MAT
   goop, $1,095

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MINI MATS

For targeted support for a specific body part (and great portability), smaller infrared mats are the way to go.

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   HealthyLine
   TAO Matrix Mat
   goop, $499

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   HigherDOSE
   INFRARED PEMF GO MAT
   goop, $599

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It’s the parts of the body that are farthest away from the heart—feet and legs, hands and wrists—that are often most impacted by poor circulation. It can show up as coldness in the area. Increasing circulation in our extremities helps the blood flow better throughout our entire body and may help relieve fluid buildup in our legs or hands.

These compression garments were created with sweat-wicking, breathable fabric and woven with copper to help prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria.

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   Copper Fit
   Gwyneth Paltrow x Copper Fit
   Compression Knee Sleeve
   goop, $25

   This compression knee sleeve supports your knee without limiting mobility.

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   Copper Fit
   Gwyneth Paltrow x Copper Fit
   Hand Relief Compression Gloves
   goop, $25

   For hand and wrist support.

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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is an emerging therapy that has been shown to improve local blood circulation. As its name implies, it uses electrical pulses to stimulate nerves through electrodes attached to the skin. Scientists are still determining exactly how the nerves communicate with blood vessels, but it’s clear that electrically stimulating nerves allows their neighboring blood vessels to dilate, increasing blood flow.

1. The PowerDot 2.0 uses TENS technology (and small electrical signals called NMES, or neuromuscular electrical stimulation) to stimulate muscles for healthy local blood circulation and to temporarily relieve sore and aching muscles. Its compact design includes small units that sit next to the electrodes on your body, making it great for travel. And its well-designed app guides you through electrode placement and wellness and recovery routines.

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   Therabody
   PowerDot 2.0 Duo
   goop, $349

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