SS Component: Historical Connection
The bed of nails has been used by yogis in India and the eastern world for centuries during the ancient times. Yogis would use the bed of nails to meditate and relax the mind as well as the body. It was a popular tool for meditation among the ancient civilizations. Even though science wasn't advanced enough to show them the benefits of the nail beds, people managed to discover the practicality of the Bed of Nails thousands of years ago.
Other uses of the bed of nails in history are related to the treatment of physical conditions. Majority of the people will experience back pains, usually in the later stages of their lives. Data shows that 80 percent of Americans will experience lower back pain during their lifetime. Data also shows that more than 30 million Americans are currently struggling with back pain and they will do anything to get rid of it. Patients spend about $50 billion every year on remedies to their back pain. From taking pills to extreme exercise routines, victims of back pain will do anything to relieve themselves.
Large amounts of money are being invested every year in finding a cure for lower back pains. In the past, these efforts yielded no effective results. However, recently, modern versions of the Bed of Nails were developed. These beds would essentially be mats with thousands of spikes and they would function similarly to the Bed of Nails. These modern mats, whose design is based on the ancient Bed of Nails, help patients relax and relieve their pain. These nail beds simulate pressure points that are lined up all over the body and release hormones that help the patients relax. The nail bed also increases blood circulation in the body and lowers heart rate, all contributing to relaxation.
Although patients were reluctant to try it at first, the bed of nails proved to be an effective solution to back pain. People usually think of magicians and ancient yogis when they see a bed. However, after they have tried it, patients experienced relaxation and relief. The relief that countless pills couldn't provide was provided with only 15 minutes spent lying on the Bed of Nails.