Bioceramic compositions and biomodulatory uses thereof
The subject matter described herein is directed to articles, compositions, systems, and methods of using and preparing bioceramic compositions and to the bioceramic compositions. A bioceramic composition of the disclosure radiates infrared energy or rays and can be used in the treatment of various conditions.
1. An apparel that comprises a coat of a bioceramic, the coat consisting of
a) about 40 wt % to about 60 wt % kaolinite (Al 2 Si 2 O 5 (OH) 4 );
b) about 5 wt % to about 15 wt % tourmaline;
c) about 15 wt % to about 25 wt % aluminum oxide (Al 2 O 3 );
d) about 10 wt % to about 20 wt % silicon dioxide (SiO 2 ); and
e) one other oxide
provided that the amounts are by total weight of the bioceramic, and wherein when heated or exposed to heat, the bioceramic provides a biomodulatory or physiological effect when the apparel is applied to a subject.
2. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the biomodulatory or physiological effect comprises: a reduction of pain, an increase in muscle endurance, a modulation of the cardiorespiratory system, a modulation of cellular metabolism, analgesia, an anti-oxidative effect, an anti-fibromyalgia effect, a decrease in inflammation, a decrease in oxidative stress, a modulation of cytokine levels, a modulation of blood circulation, a reduction in intolerance to a cold environment, a reduction in a symptom of arthritis or vascular disease, an increase in cutaneous perfusion, a decrease in heart rate, a decrease in blood pressure, an esthetic effect, or a reduction in cellulite of the subject.
3. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the bioceramic emits, transmits, or reflects an infrared wavelength when heated or exposed to heat.
4. The apparel of claim 3 , provided that the infrared wavelength is far infrared that comprises a wavelength from about 1 micrometer to about 1 millimeter.
5. The apparel of claim 3 , provided that the infrared wavelength is from about 3 micrometers to about 15 micrometers.
6. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the reflectance of a far infrared energy by the bioceramic at a room temperature of 25° C. is at least 80% of a far infrared range between about 7 micrometers and about 12 micrometers.
7. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the apparel is selected from the group consisting of patches, pads, insoles, body supports, headwear, and combinations thereof.
8. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the apparel comprises a shirt, a jacket, shorts, or trousers.
9. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the apparel comprises a wrist band, a pad, a knee brace, an ankle brace, a sleeve, or a patch.
10. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the kaolinite ranges from 45 wt % to 55 wt %.
11. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the tourmaline comprises NaFe 2+ 3 Al 6 Si 6 O 18 (BO 3 ) 3 (OH) 3 OH.
12. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the largest dimension of any particle in the bioceramic is from about 0.1 micrometers to about 250 micrometers.
13. The apparel of claim 1 , provided that the biomodulatory or physiological effect comprises a change that is statistically significant.
14. The apparel of claim 2 , provided that the pain is caused by a physical activity.
15. An apparel that comprises a coat of a bioceramic, the coat consisting of
a. 40 wt % to 60 wt % kaolinite (Al 2 Si 2 O 5 (OH) 4 );
b. 5 wt % to 15 wt % tourmaline;
c. 15 wt % to 25 wt % aluminum oxide (Al 2 O 3 );
d. 10 wt % to 20 wt % silicon dioxide (SiO 2 );
provided that the amounts are by total weight of the bioceramic, and wherein when heated or exposed to heat, the bioceramic provides a biomodulatory or physiological effect when the article is applied to a subject.