Philips Pain Pads Hands-On At IFA 2015

Utilizing the concept of blue light therapy, Phillips BlueTouch promises to relieve lower back muscle pain without the need for medication. A combination of LEDs and heat, controlled from a smartphone app linked via Bluetooth, deliver targeted attention to problem areas.

Multiple levels of intensity are supported, with sessions as short as 15 minutes offered in the app. The wearable pad also promises to speed up the recovery of damaged muscle, such as from sports injuries.