FirmClear FAQs
What is FIR and how does FIR interact with the body?
Far infrared (FIR) is a safe and natural form of light within the infrared spectrum. It’s invisible to the human eye and is often associated with the feeling of warmth. FIR in the form of light can penetrate deep into the body’s tissues.
When FIR penetrates the body, it causes molecules to vibrate and therefore transfers the energy to our inner body. The molecules vibration generate gentle warmth, and help increase blood circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation.
How does FIR relate to hearing health?
What scientific studies support FIR's benefits for hearing?
While research specifically on FIR for hearing is ongoing, studies have shown FIR’s positive effects on blood circulation, inflammation, and cellular function. These are all factors that can impact inner ear health. We are continually researching the effects of FIR on hearing, and will update our site with any newly found information.
For more detailed explanation and references of scientific studies supporting the benefits, see here.
How is FirmClear different from other FIR devices?
FirmClear is uniquely designed as an earmuff, embedding the patented FirmFocus component providing targeted delivery of FIR energy directly to the ears. The FirmFocus design combines the specially formulated materials and emitting chamber to generate magnified and focused far infrared rays of a specific spectrum of wavelengths most beneficial to the wellness of our body. This targeted application is essential for addressing hearing-specific concerns.
Other FIR devices, such as lamps or mats, provide more general body coverage. They usually require irradiation from a distance (lamps) or generate very low amount of far infrared (mats, blanket, garment). FirmClear can deliver significant amount of far infrared (18 mW, 250 mW/cm² at emitter tip) at body temperature.
What are the differences between FIR, NIR, and red light therapy?
Why is FIR specifically chosen for FirmClear and hearing issues?
FIR’s deep penetration and ability to improve microcirculation make it particularly well-suited for the wellness of inner ear. FirmClear’s focused and targeted wavelengths FIR rays that penetrate into the tissue and deliver warm energy via molecule resonance. This is a safe and effective way for ear healthcare, that is why we design with such unique FIR technology.
Can FirmClear be used in conjunction with other light therapies?
Who should use FirmClear?
We recommend any adult with hearing discomfort or impairment, due to aging, exposure to loud noises, pressure, or other acute or long term factors, to use FirmClear for the wellness maintenance of the ears.
How does FirmClear help with hearing-related problems?
FirmClear’s FIR emissions can help improve blood circulation to the inner ear, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation and general health of delicate tissue, which may contribute to relief of hearing related problems such as ringing discomfort, difficulty in noisy environments.
Regular use of FirmClear may contribute to long-term improvements in inner ear circulation and overall hearing health.