Why should you use detox pads? Eastern medical studies believe that toxic substances accumulate in the lower extremities (i.e. the feet) hence the popular name of "foot Detox pads or patches", however detox pads can be placed on any area of the body. The reason why it is believed that toxins accumulate in the feet is because they are helped by the natural force of gravity. Asian medical belief also understands that toxins accumulating in the body can lead to many illnesses. Including, rheumatism and arthritis they are thought to be caused by toxic fluid collecting in the joints. Foot detox pads can aid and assist the natural removal of toxins via the process of osmosis. They are believed to assist a multitude of health conditions including, reducing bruising and reducing inflammation improving sleep and reducing stress plus much more. The detox pads contain tourmaline and amethyst (gemstone) powdered and believed to have many medical properties.