Bioceramic is a kind of material which emits nonionizing radiation and luminescence, induced by visible light. Bioceramic also facilitates the breakup of large clusters of water molecules by weakening hydrogen bonds. Hydrogen bond weakening, which allows water molecules to act in diverse ways under different conditions, is one of the key mechanisms underlying the effects of Bioceramic on biophysical and physical-chemical processes. Herein, we used sound to amplify the effect of Bioceramic and further developed an experimental device for use in humans. Thirteen patients who suffered from various chronic and acute illnesses that severely affected their sleep patterns and life quality were enrolled in a trial of Bioceramic resonance (i.e., rhythmic 100-dB sound waves with frequency set at 10 Hz) applied to the skin surface of the anterior chest. According to preliminary data, a “Propagated Sensation along Meridians” (PSM) was experienced in all Bioceramic resonance-treated patients but not in any of the nine control patients. The device was believed to enhance microcirculation through a series of biomolecular and physiological processes and to subject the specific meridian channels of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to coherent vibration. This noninvasive technique may offer an alternative to needle acupuncture and other traditional medical practices with clinical benefits.
Bioceramic is material, modified from high-performance far infrared ray (FIR) emitting material, and possesses the characteristics of emitting nonionized radiation spectrum and visible light-induced luminescence [
Conceptual picture of photoluminescence (PL) emission from the Bioceramic material (B) in response to excitation by visible light (A).
To choose the suitable frequency for our experiment, we reviewed previous articles and studies on the effects of different frequencies. A study by Rasmussen found that frequencies from 1 to 20 Hz are the most effective [
In this study, we describe the newest design of our Bioceramic device and the effect of resonance on the meridian channels of the human body and discuss the possible applications.
The Bioceramic powder used in this study (obtained from Bioenergy Laboratories, Bioenergy Development Ltd., Taoyuan, Taiwan) was composed of microsized particles containing several ingredients, mainly elemental components [
Photoluminescent substances are materials that absorb light energy and then release that energy in the form of light. Photoluminescence obeys the laws governing the interaction between electromagnetic (EM) radiation and matter. Bioceramic material absorbs a portion of the EM spectrum (including near, middle, and far infrared wavelengths) and emits lower energy wavelengths, providing for our purpose a useable visible light source. In the present study, these light sources were visible light-emitting diodes (LEDs), emitting light energy in the range of wavelengths between 480 nm and 780 nm. The level of illumination was strictly controlled at 500 lux, thus avoiding thermal effects on the skin of the participants. In addition, a rhythmic 100-dB sound with frequency 10 Hz was projected through a Bioceramic membrane (consisting of 10% Bioceramic material mixed with silicone rubber) onto the skin surface of the anterior chest wall to achieve resonance with the tissues of the whole human body. The concept of emission from a Photoluminescent Bioceramic (PLB) material acting in concert with rhythmic sound waves is shown in Figure
The combination of PL emission and acoustic radiation (sound waves) (C).
Procedures used to determine the key effect and mechanism of the Bioceramic device are as follows.
On the other hand, nine candidates with insomnia received the usual light and 10-Hz sound frequency but without Bioceramic resonance.
Absorbance of light in the far infrared ray (FIR) region (3400 cm−1) by Bioceramic-irradiated DDW was significantly below that of control DDW. This result indicates a hydrogen bond weakening effect of Bioceramic irradiation on DDW (Figure
Area under the absorbance curve of Bioceramic-irradiated DDW in the FIR region (3400 cm−1) was significantly decreased, compared to that of the control nonirradiated DDW.
The c-FIR material coated quartz surface absorbed visible laser light (488 nm) and emitted slightly lower energy light signals. The decrease from input to output photon energy (in eV) was 2.541 to 2.173 and 2.180, respectively.
After absorbing visible laser light (532 nm), the coated surface emitted slightly lower energy light signals. The decrease from input to output photon energy (in eV) was 2.331 to 1.963 and 1.970, respectively.
After absorbing visible laser light (633 nm), the coated surface emitted slightly lower energy light signals. The decrease from input to output photon energy (in eV) was 1.960 to 1.592 and 1.599, respectively.
The energy differences between the peaks of photon emission after Bioceramic material absorption of the three different wavelengths of the visible light were 0.361 eV and 0.368 eV below that of the original excitatory light sources (Table
Calculation of energy differences between the absorbed and emitted infrared photons.
PL energy | First excited photon energy ( |
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488 nm laser | 2.541 eV | 2.180 eV | 2.173 eV | 0.361 eV | 0.368 eV |
532 nm laser | 2.331 eV | 1.970 eV | 1.963 eV | 0.361 eV | 0.368 eV |
633 nm laser | 1.960 eV | 1.599 eV | 1.592 eV | 0.361 eV | 0.368 eV |
Energy difference:
The thirteen individuals exposed to Bioceramic irradiation with 10-Hz rhythmic sound vibrations (but not the nine controls exposed to the usual light and 10-Hz rhythmic sounds, without Bioceramic irradiation) reported experiencing a “Propagated Sensation along Meridians” (PSM). PSM as described in our previous study was reported in response to using PLB on acupuncture points, but the proportion of participants experiencing PSM was lower than 20% [
Candidate characteristics and clinical observations after Bioceramic resonance treatment.
Chief complaints | Sex | Age | Location(s) of PSM | Duration of PSM after Bioceramic resonance treatment | Observations during the one-hour period following treatment |
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Dyspepsia | M | 25 | Yangming Stomach Channel at bilateral sides of the throat, chest, abdomen, and lower extremities | Within one minute | No further change |
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Poor appetite | F | 32 | Yangming Stomach Channel at bilateral sides of the throat, chest, and abdomen | About five minutes | No further change |
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Posttraumatic head injury (right side), complicated by intermittent migraine | F | 55 | Shaoyang Gallbladder Channel at right side of head, posterior neck, and upper lateral chest | About two minutes | No further change |
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Insomnia | M | 61 | Jueyin Pericardium Channel at bilateral ventral sides of hands and arms | About ten minutes | No further change |
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Insomnia | F | 36 | Taiyang Bladder Channel and Shaoyang Gallbladder Channel on bilateral sides of the head and posterior neck | About five minutes | No further change |
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Migraine | M | 62 | Shaoyang Sanjiao Channel of the left upper arm | About six minutes | No further change |
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Anxiety and insomnia | M | 36 | Shaoyang Sanjiao Channel at the bilateral sides of lateral scalp of head | About 10 minutes | No further change |
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Benign facial tremor, left | F | 52 | Shaoyang Gallbladder Channel of the bilateral upper arms | About 10 minutes | No further change |
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Low back pain with bilateral posterior leg radiculopathy | M | 45 | Taiyang Bladder Channel of the buttock and bilateral thighs and legs | About 5 minutes | No further change |
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Old hemorrhagic stroke with facial weakness and paralysis of the right upper and lower arm | M | 60 | Shaoyang Gallbladder Channel of the right posterior neck | About 20 minutes | No further change |
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Insomnia | F | 40 | Taiyang Bladder Channel of the occipital head | About 10 minutes | No further change |
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Insomnia | F | 45 | Shaoyang Sanjiao Channel of the right hand to arm | About 5 minutes | No further change |
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Deep vein thrombosis of the bilateral lower legs |
M | 49 | Jueyin Liver Channel at the dorsomedial side of the right foot | About 15 minutes | No further change |
Subjective description of PSM by a candidate (arrows on left sides) who virtually traced the GB, one of the twelve main meridian channels of TCM (arrows on right sides).
We investigated the weakening of the hydrogen bonds of water after Bioceramic irradiation and the resulting effects on physical, biological, and medical properties of water. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) was used herein to explore the Bioceramic irradiation-induced change in hydrogen bonding; in addition, capillary viscometers, gas chromatographs (GC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), contact angle analysis, Franz cells, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and capillary electrophoresis analysis have been used to evaluate other physical characteristics, such as viscosity, volatility, temperature of water crystallization, surface tension, diffusion, solubility of solid particles, and changes in the pH of acetic acid [
Water possesses important properties required for life-giving processes [
Since all participants who received Bioceramic Resonance experienced “Propagated Sensation along Meridians” (PSM), our results seem to suggest that Bioceramic irradiation stimulates the twelve main meridian channels according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (Table
The equation is as shown below:
Based on Wang’s deduction, the energy of a twelfth frequency is the sum of the energies of the eleven harmonic frequencies. According to series of publications by Wang et al., the harmonic rhythmic sound frequencies of the heartbeat are the main frequency components of the propagated pressure wave and correspond to the twelve meridian channels of TCM. Acupuncture points and meridian channels are thought to be closely related to microcirculation [
The Bioceramic resonance device combines nonionizing radiation with rhythmic sound frequencies (10 Hz) to provoke hydrogen bond weakening and facilitate microcirculation improvement. This combination resulted in effective coherent vibrations within human tissue that elicited PSM along TCM meridian lines in our thirteen candidates. The noninvasive Bioceramic resonance technique is potentially an alternative method to other Traditional Chinese methods (such as needle acupuncture or moxibustion). More experiments should be performed in the expectation that this method will improve treatment of many illnesses.
The authors declare that there is no conflict of interests regarding the publication of this paper.
This study was supported by a grant from the Taipei Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare (Project no. 201403). The authors are grateful for the assistance of Dr. Mimmo Gasberri, Mr. Meng-Lin Li, and Mr. Ping-Tai Lin.