How often and for how long should I use the mat?
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I use it for lower back and pretty much anytime my back hurts and I am home with time to spare (bare back is best). A few minutes is all you really need but it feels best while you stay on it. I have noticed it works really well after I am achy from a workout and when blood is still flowing. Make sure you adjust your position slightly every 15-30 seconds, this moves the spikes to new positions on the skin and feels great! The relief will only last between 10-30 minutes after you stop though. I have never tested this but I believe if you use it often and regularly you will experience long term relief. This is based on depletion of Substance P (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Substance_P). I use it for lower back and pretty much anytime my back hurts and I am home with time to spare (bare back is best). A few minutes is all you really need but it feels best while you stay on it. I have noticed it works really well after I am achy from a workout and when blood is still flowing. Make sure you adjust your position slightly every 15-30 seconds, this moves the spikes to new positions on the skin and feels great! The relief will only last between 10-30 minutes after you stop though. I have never tested this but I believe if you use it often and regularly you... » Read More I use it for lower back and pretty much anytime my back hurts and I am home with time to spare (bare back is best). A few minutes is all you really need but it feels best while you stay on it. I have noticed it works really well after I am achy from a workout and when blood is still flowing. Make sure you adjust your position slightly every 15-30 seconds, this moves the spikes to new positions on the skin and feels great! The relief will only last between 10-30 minutes after you stop though. I have never tested this but I believe if you use it often and regularly you will experience long term relief. This is based on depletion of Substance P (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Substance_P). « Show Less
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I bought this for my bf. He says he uses it about once a week and about half an hour to an hour.
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That is up to you. You can use it whenever you need it for as long as you can tolerate it. I mostly use mine at bedtime, and have fallen asleep bare-skinned for the entire night. I've woken up with it slightly stuck to my back, but had the best nights sleep! Many people cannot tolerate doing that; my husband can't even take it for 2 minutes. I use it for Lupus myalgia and pain from cervical disks. It has been a God-send.
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Water and a paper towel. typically there isn't much build-up on the mat unless you are using something like an Aquafor lotion. Even that just requires a wet paper towel wipe.
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It recommends not more than 20 minutes at a time. It doesn't get too hot though so it's comfortable to use for longer periods.
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Just don't put any lotion on your back and make sure you put the plastic cover on. It all depends how often you use it. Mine I would use usually once a day and they lasted over 3 months. I like the long one for back pain much better than the squares.
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You should use it once a day for about 20-30 minutes over a period of about 2 weeks and you should see good results.
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Definitely! I use just a little bit of water to wet the towel on my mat before I start my practice. If not you tend to slide just a bit until you start to sweat. Also, don't wash the towel with fabric softener. I seriously love this towel and will be buying another one soon.
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Dear, suggest to use it 2-3 times a week. Not to recommend to use it everyday. Skin needs time to adjust itself and produce collegan or drainage. Lisa - NORLANYA
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Hi. Yes you would. The cartridge usually lasts up to 12 hours. Also make sure that the mat is dark blue color. Otherwise you would have to change too. A mat usually lasts up to 4 hours. Best regards, Megaoutdoor
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I think they recommend once a month. It depends on how frequently you use it.
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It depends upon your environment. I wouldn't do it everyday maybe...twice a week? One or two spritz?
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You can use it every day if you want but only for about ten minutes at a time. Also, you should vary your routine if you use it more than once a day. Routine referring to positions as standing, sitting, push ups or whatever exercise routine you do. If you use it more than once a day I would spread it out. I use mine in the morning when I get up and in the evening when I have time.
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If you are not going into the water. I would apply every 3-4 hours. If you are going into the water, I would suggest every 2 hours.
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The mat is made up of plastic bottles. I have soaked it in a tub, or have even run it in the washing machine if is not too dirty. Hang to dry, or put in a dryer for 5 minutes. Be careful it will shrink if put in the dryer. I have been using the same mat for one year and clean it weekly. It does not hold odor and is very durable.
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Every 3 months. I use it twice per day as well as twice per week for the mask.
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One mat but it flips so the you use it till the groove is too unsure then turn it the other way on the same side, then flip it and use the back side the same way. I cut thousands of sheets of cardstock a year and usually change the pad about every 6 months.
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I've done it both ways and really a nice thick mat is soooooo much nicer on your joints and less slippery than carpet. I'm older (55) so being nice to my joints makes sense. Mine is about 3/4 inch thick black puzzle mat that I got here on Amazon. I bought two sets and put them together to make a larger area. Well worth the $. The thin yoga mats really only help with the slipping part.
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The mat will not last very long if you cut dough with a sharp knife. If you simply divide the dough with a dull knife or scraper it will hold up.