“Can this ‘torture mat’ cure your back pain?”

Forget soothing soaks and massages. In 2018, the hottest way to cure back pain is lying down on a bed of nails.

OK, not nails — but tiny rubber spikes so hard and pointy, you could easily hammer them into drywall. They’re the defining feature of the Pranamat, an acupressure mat that’s been quietly taking over Instagram in recent months.

The #pranamat hashtag is populated almost exclusively by yogis. Perching coyly on their Pranamats, they flaunt their perfect legs, butts and backs — all imprinted with rashy-looking Pranamat marks.

Bitsy stab wounds aren’t generally what comes to mind when you think “pain relief.” But these masochists insist it hurts so good: It’s “energizing,” “recharging,” “relaxing” and, according to one Anastasia Steele-esque fan, “pleasure and pain combined.”

Experts think there may be something to it, too. When the spikes “push on your fascia,” the connective tissue that lies just beneath your skin and wraps around your muscles, they “bring blood flow to that area, which could lead to relaxation andreduced inflammation,” says Midtown acupuncturist Viktor Krystufek.

And reader, it kind of works: My low-grade aches are less noticeable — at least temporarily — after 10 minutes of subjecting myself to the barbs. Whether it’s the placebo effect or some actual spiky science at play, I can’t say. But at least I can honestly say I’m not just doing it for the ’gram.

“Pranamat is a must-have tool for anyone struggling with back pain, neck pain, headache and other ailments. Perfect for people exposed to excessive stress or suffering from insomnia. It supports healthy sleep and makes space for feelings of happiness and inner peace”.

The Pranamat acupressure set (consisting of a mat and a pillow) is the solution you are looking for! All thanks to regular massage, which has many health benefits. In clinical trials conducted in 2014, it was proven to significantly reduce back pain, relieve muscle tension and spasms, and reduce inflammation in the body. 

It also stimulates the release of endorphins that act as a natural pain reliever. Massage with Pranamat promotes well-being, both physical and mental. So you can be sure that the recipient will be grateful to you and that the quality of their life will significantly improve!

Acupressure is a healing method known for over 7,000 years that reached Europe from ancient China. It consists in applying pressure to specific points on the body in order to reduce pain.

Pranamat supports the release of endorphins, also known as "happiness hormones", which have a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, reduce stress and anxiety levels, and contribute to your sense of contentment, inner peace and security. A massage session with Pranamat will make you feel happy and rested.

“This tool helps reduce back pain, relax muscles, and makes it easier to fall asleep. You will love it from the first time you try it”.

A mat and a pillow of many pointed lotus flowers can work wonders. The spikes press on the skin, activate biological points, stimulate the central nervous system and improve blood circulation and lymphatic circulation. The result?  Reduced pain, relaxed muscles and deeper sleep. 

The 5 factors that made us unable to part with the Pranamat acupressure set.

Back pain free, muscles relaxed

Working in office mode, we have seen more than once how troublesome and severe back pain can be. Stretching several times a day on a classic yoga mat did not help, and neither did the warming patches. Relief was brought only by the massage - a massage that we could do alone at home.

Relief and deep sleep 

Are you still falling asleep with your phone under your pillow? Until recently, we did the same, but the last few months have successfully taught us to change the evening rituals. We exchanged eating our favorite chocolate with a cup of relaxing infusion, and scrolling the Instagram feed for several minutes of massage, which allows us to completely “disconnect” from the world around us. Stress and nervous tension disrupt the functioning of the body, creating sleep problems - with each new bad news read on websites (and it's not so difficult), our deep and restful sleep and proper regeneration are forgotten.

Relief of abdominal cramps 

This is probably one of our favorite aspects of using the kit. Abdominal massage with Pranamat in just 5 minutes can significantly alleviate the discomfort caused by abdominal cramps.  How to do it? Place the mat on a soft surface such as a bed and gently lay down on it with your belly. You can also use soft, calm background music or your favorite book to fill your time pleasantly. You try it once, and you will immediately put the hot water bottle in the corner.
 

Concern for the environment

The fibers and natural raw materials from which Pranamat products are made are friendly to both the skin and the environment. The inside of the pillow is filled with buckwheat husk , which smells beautiful, making the massage time even more pleasant. The filling of the mat is ecological coconut fiber , which improves the adherence of the product to the body, which is very important in acupressure and its effectiveness.

Endorphins!

Although the massage with Pranamat can soothe and prepare you for deep sleep, performed in the morning, it can also effectively wake you up and motivate you to act. 5 or 10 minutes of massage is enough! In the morning, we especially recommend a foot massage - you can perform it, for example, when brushing your teeth, performing face care or applying makeup. Effect? Immediate increase of endorphins, and thus a much better mood, enhanced concentration and immune system . We love it!

“...all these factors made the whole of Instagram fall in love with the Pranamat massage set!