Germanium for underwear

Patients with end-stage renal disease often undergo hemodialysis to purify their blood. Following this procedure, circulatory disorders frequently occur in various parts of the body, and vasculogenic erectile dysfunction can also develop. The polymer composite Germanium-Titanium-π polymer (Ge-Ti-π) developed by scientists offers those affected the chance of a non-pharmacological and thus potentially more tolerable therapy. Instead, the infrared radiation emitted by the fabric worn on the skin improves blood circulation in the treated areas of the body.

The application tests conducted for the study with dialysis patients are extremely promising. As demonstrated, the average blood flow velocity in the genital area of patients affected by erectile dysfunction increased after three months of treatment, which significantly improved the situation for the patients. Blood flow in the right hand also improved after just one week. The Ge-Ti-π textiles, which can be worn not only as underwear but also as patches, showed further positive effects during treatment. For instance, the study was able to demonstrate a significant reduction in limb pain and numbness, as well as a generally stimulated blood flow. Furthermore, the material was proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi, with the latter even regressing.

This miraculous underwear is not yet on the market. However, the results of the study already indicate that Ge-Ti-π textiles could greatly improve the lives of patients with blood circulation disorders. Due to its special infrared properties, the technology metal germanium is indispensable in this process.