I have been wearing a Q-Ray for about 3 years and many people have asked me "how is your arthritis" since the Q-ray. I always responded it must be working well because I never had it so it must be working and keeping it away. I had bought it as a piece of jewelry off ebay for half the retail price and never ever considered it worked. It is amazing how many people do believe it works for pain. Posted by: Ken Butler | Nov 14, 07 07:45 PM

I think it is sad how our health care system has let us down by not helping us control the pain we are in; thus forcing us to try every gimmick out there in the hope that one really may work. Posted by: Sharon Baril | Nov 14, 07 08:00 PM

I am a senior who experienced terrible hip pain. Pain so bad, I thought I should be looking for a wheel chair. However, I went to my doctor, and received a prescription for Tylenol 3. I took one pill and received my Q-Ray Bracelet the following day. I never took another pill. I am aware of the hip problem but it is not painful any longer. Some people have said it is in my head! However, I don't care where it is coming from, all I know is it works for me just great! Posted by: Jacqueline Banks | Nov 14, 07 08:09 PM

I've been annoyed by the idiotic Q-Ray commercials for some time now; knowing that they charge $200 plus for a bit of wire with fake healing properties turns my stomach. Why is this enterprise allowed to do business in Canada? Let's hope that somebody in power was watching. Posted by: Tim Jokela Jr | Nov 14, 07 08:17 PM

The real problem is not Q-Ray, but in Canada having weak consumer protection laws. As long as laws are weak and enforcement absent, you will have an endless source of new stories. Posted by: G Rogerson | Nov 14, 07 09:03 PM

I bought a Q Ray for about $35 and wore it for 6 weeks. It did nothing for me (arthritis). I gave it away to a girl who works in a nursing home to give to a senior. Maybe I just didn't believe hard enough. Posted by: Al from Nova Scotia | Nov 14, 07 09:08 PM

I have been wearing a Q-ray bracelet for approx 6 months and have no desire to ever part with it. Was in constant osteo-arthritis pain and had to rely on pain killers. Q-ray has not resolved the arthritis but the pain is gone and if this is "all in the mind" so be it - I like being pain free Posted by: Mary van Schoor | Nov 14, 07 09:16 PM

I had been taking up to 6 Tylenol 3's a day for pain in my shoulder and arthritis pain in my foot and wrist. Sometimes it kept me awake til 3 in the morning so my wife purchased a Q Ray for me 7 months ago. Since then I have taken no pills and have had no pain. If it's all in my head so be it but I really believe in my Q Ray bracelet. Thank you Q Ray Posted by: Don Wilson | Nov 14, 07 09:41 PM

Regarding the Q-Ray, it seems "some people have more money than brains." Or another quote, "A fool and his money are soon parted." As for me, I find meditation / prayer work really well in controlling my back pain. And prayer costs me nothing... Posted by: Debbie | Nov 14, 07 10:04 PM

I have purchased many remakes of the q-ray and none worked... I spent the money and purchased an actual Q-ray bracelet after working a summer at a golf course. I was working at a garden center when I received the bracelet and prior to receiving the bracelet I was run down and had aches and pains everyday. The morning after receiving the bracelet I already noticed a difference in my mood and energy level. I was thinking it was just because I had a good night's sleep, but then after work I was not run down and the aches and pains were non existent. The bracelet had actually put my body in line and increased my energy. I have even got many other people to get one of these bracelets due to what they saw in me. I am not just in belief that the bracelet works I have actually proved it does. And every person I have referred to buying this product has found the same results, and every one of those people works in a very rough and labour intensive job. So I believe that what you were running down into the ground on television was a very unfair and a one sided look at this product and how it works. Posted by: Kyle Brown | Nov 14, 07 10:06 PM

I guess I can believe people really fall for this crap. Posted by: Guy | Nov 14, 07 10:26 PM

I have never used Q-ray but I know there are many things science can not prove such as Chi. I do not know what is right but I know it can be something. Posted by: Heather Dee | Nov 14, 07 11:07 PM

I watched your show tonight on the bracelets. There is a passage in the Bible that states "If you believe so much as a mustard seed so shall it be" I believe that if a person thinks it will help them then it will. Posted by: John Gould | Nov 14, 07 11:19 PM

The principal of this company is also attempting to work the religious angle on this bracelet. He attempted to market his product as a "gift from God" who he states God spoke to him at a trade show to give Park healing powers. Park even self published a book stating that. He and Kevin Trudeau are cut from the same cloth. Posted by: D. George | Nov 15, 07 08:23 AM

I have been wearing my Q-Ray for about 3 years. I decided to wear it after I went through 2 months of physio for broken bones in my wrist. I love it, I have no discomfort. I don't know how it works, all I know is that I feel great and it is a nice piece of jewelery. I am asked about it all the time and I recommend the Q-Ray highly! p.s. I can't believe you hide in the bushes to get these stories. Posted by: Donna | Nov 15, 07 09:29 AM

"So I believe that what you were running down into the ground on television was a very unfair and a one sided look at this product and how it works."-Kyle Brown This is comedy. You say that the piece takes a "one-sided look at how the Q-Ray works", right? Can you please explain to me just how this bracelet "works"? Maybe in a scientific order? I wonder if even ten percent of people who purchased this junk even know what ionization means. Posted by: Not Kyle Brown | Nov 15, 07 10:37 AM

While watching the show last night there were a few points made regarding Q-Ray making “Pain Relief” comments. The only thing I saw was the employees sharing the experiences that they have heard from their consumers. What ever happened the freedom of speech! All the show did for me was prove that Q-Ray does everything they can to be sure the term “Pain” is not used in their marketing products. Dan the camera man made sure the consumers knew before filming. When I called to place my order for my Q-Ray I asked the Customer Service Rep about Pain. The answer I got was that they can not make medical claims however feel free to try the bracelet for 30 days, money back guarantee. Who wouldn’t want to give it a try? For a company to have 600 plus retailers across the country, and a large number of people that believe in the product, then I say keep selling it Posted by: Nicole Smith | Nov 15, 07 11:02 AM

I've had one for about 6 months. I've had chronic neck pain for several years and have tried to deal with it. Marginal relief came with physiotherapy. The pain went away within 2 weeks of wearing the bracelet. I stopped physio. It may all be in my head, but I've got a life now without neck pain and I'm not taking it off. My background is in Physics and for once I decided not to analyze and understand everything. For me, it works. Posted by: Dave | Nov 15, 07 11:10 AM

I have been wearing a Q-Ray for 3 years and I have been... Actually, no I haven't. Nor would I ever. I just wanted to point out that anyone can get in and post, repeatedly, under different names, how "well" it works. The old time scammers would call them "plants." Posted by: mogbert | Nov 15, 07 11:24 AM

I get bad migraines and find that my Qray helps with relieving the pain of those migraines. I believe that this product does work and that you guys just like to trash everything and anything you can. Posted by: Angela | Nov 15, 07 11:44 AM

I have a rock that keeps bears away. It must be working because I haven't seen a single bear since I've owned it! Posted by: clevershark | Nov 15, 07 12:01 PM

The power of mind over matter is truly amazing, I have a few friends who wear these bracelets & swear by them for relieving aches & pains....I am wondering how this will affect their pain relief now after seeing the show ...if they still wear it after this, now, it will attest to their being duped ??? HMMM. Posted by: Cathy | Nov 15, 07 12:13 PM

I've had my Q-Ray for about a year now. I tore the hell out of my shoulder as a kid playing baseball. I'm also a skeptic at heart. After wearing the stupid bracelet non-stop for basically a year, I can conclude that its nothing more than a placebo In My Opinion - however despite my knowledge that its nothing more than a placebo, I find my shoulder doesn't bother me anymore. Posted by: Kevin | Nov 15, 07 12:43 PM

I read many comments people made about this bracelet and I would like to offer my advice to anyone interested in this topic. Google "placebo effect" and read the wikipedia entry on it. I think the true debate here is just how much the placebo effect should be worth? Not that it's a surefire way to heal your pain, but it'll certainly not work if you're aware of it. Should it be legal to market something deceptively in order to allow this to happen? Posted by: Andrew B. | Nov 15, 07 12:57 PM

Bottom line is that it's a nice looking piece of jewelery and if it makes people feel better, even if its only in their mind who cares. I seem to recall a money back guarantee when I got mine within a certain time period if I wasn't satisfied but I was and have been wearing it since. Posted by: Kelly | Nov 15, 07 02:04 PM

I've had a bracelet for a few months now and it's made a big difference. Posted by: Lee Lee | Nov 15, 07 02:35 PM

I am not here to talk about whether the Q-Ray works or not. However, I would like to find out if it is legal to use a hidden camera showing people's identities that are under-age? Regardless it is an invasion of privacy especially someone 16 years old exposed to the public and is believed to be endorsing this product even though they have nothing to do with it and is just part of a part-time job. I think Wendy and anyone who was responsible for using a hidden camera should give their head a huge shake. I guess when being a reporter morals and values aren't a number one concern. Posted by: Lauren | Nov 15, 07 03:43 PM

Why do people feel the need to burst the bubble of the believers?? If you feel better wearing it, & people feel it really works, let it be...why do people need to over analyze & research?? Not only is this bracelet helping with my arthritis, it is also very stylish & trendy :) Posted by: storms | Nov 15, 07 04:21 PM

I noticed when you tested the bracelet in the lab, you only showed testing the wire between the balls. I believe the Q-Ray company claims the ionization is in the terminals (or metal beads at the end of the wires). Were these metal beads tested in your detailed analysis? I would like to see those results. Posted by: M.M. | Nov 15, 07 06:41 PM

My investment was in the copper, magnetic bracelet. I had suffered with arthritis daily. Although a doubtimg Thomas I intentionally bought it. Within less than 24 hours I went from severe pain to no pain whatsoever. Posted by: Maurina | Nov 15, 07 08:07 PM

I research alternative health products & therapies. I purchase many items and notoriously return products on a regular basis. On hearing about the Q-Ray bracelets about 3 1/2 years ago I decided to try one out prepared to return it within 30 days as per the advertising. I was certain this was a product that would be returned for a refund. I kept the box & packing and the date to be returned by. I had been in a car accident and suffered with a frozen shoulder for over 2 months. I wore the Q-Ray all day and felt no difference, all week no difference, 2nd week no difference. The lo and behold after the 3rd week i could raise my arms above my shoulders with no pain,soreness or stiffness. Needless to say I have been wearing it every day for almost 4 years. Sometimes I do not wear it at home on weekends and I seem to have some aches and pains creep up. So, for someone that was ready to debunk this product they have an avid promoter with a personal testimonial. Posted by: Diane | Nov 15, 07 08:51 PM

The Q-Ray is only one brand name of so-called ionizing bracelets. I am on my second "Balance Bracelet." I was definitely a skeptic and still am. The fact is that after 6 months of physio & exercises for tenosynovitis (a painful, arthritis-like condition) in my left hand, there was not much change, so my physiotherapist suggested a bracelet. After about two months of wearing it, my symptoms virtually disappeared and I was free of stiffness and pain for about 8 months after that. I am back with my symptoms now even though I replaced the bracelet this summer, as they "wear out" .... Even if it was a placebo effect in my case, who cares? For 8 months, I saved the cost and hassle of physio! Posted by: Linda | Nov 15, 07 09:49 PM

How stupid are the true believers out there. Wake up and smell the coffee folks ...its called placebo. Sure you have your god given right to pay anything for anything you foolishly believe in. but these quacks have evaded justice by filing chapter 11 in the USA to avoid their court fine. Wake up they're hiding under a rock. Posted by: George | Nov 16, 07 09:32 AM

I own a q-ray bracelet. I wonder if the merchants will return our money. Posted by: Lou | Nov 16, 07 03:07 PM

Hey George.....you sound like a former employee who got the boot??? Posted by: Donna | Nov 16, 07 03:50 PM

To CBC's credit they did show a number of people who all claimed to benefit from the bracelet. It was also interesting to note the independent study that showed 75% improved. This goes beyond the placebo effect which is generally accepted to be around 35%. My concerns were with Wendy's "science" and the way she went after the company owner. It is clear that this product helps many people in pain, and it is clear that they are not able to make that claim. If it works for a person, it is infinitely better than pain killers. If it doesn't you can get your money back. If you want to find a witch, go after the pharmaceutical companies! Posted by: Glen | Nov 16, 07 04:25 PM

Who the hell is this George guy to tell us to wake up and smell the coffee! He is just mad at all the great comments being posted for a bracelet that really does work. Posted by: Angie | Nov 16, 07 04:26 PM

I fell 80+ feet, I broke my back, leg and suffered severe soft tissue injuries. I had lived on pain killers for 10+ years. Back pain, neck pain, etc. I had a hard time getting out of bed some days. My quality of life was horrible. My wife and I decided after seeing the qray to try it. I was skeptical as I have tried the magnetic and copper bracelets with no results. I figured one more scam. I wore the bracelet for 2 weeks with no results. I was ready to get rid of it. The instructions say if no results to change the arm worn on. I did this. I have a new life. This product worked for me. if it was in my head why didn't it work from the start. I was a skeptic. placebos don't usually work on skeptics. I understand making people aware of fraud is a good thing. However in this case I think Marketplace is wrong. Anyone out there who has PAIN try one. Pain relief is wonderful. It worked. I have used the product for over 2 years. Posted by: Ron | Nov 16, 07 07:12 PM

I sell a copy of the Q-Ray online for $25 all taxes included and as far as I'm concerned, it's only a nice piece of jewelery and those who pay those crazy prices for the original have no idea how much of a waste it is and the fact is...it does not work. Posted by: George | Nov 16, 07 10:18 PM

Interesting how it is the religious brainwashed who are so gullible and buy this stuff. So your god requires you to pay before he will take away your pain? Nice god. I guess he is too busy giving kids cancer to not hear you until you pony up some cash. Posted by: Jeff | Nov 17, 07 02:30 AM

A year ago I bought a Q Ray bracelet for the Wife. Our Son also bought her a nicer looking model. She chose His. I developed a nagging intermittent pain in my left shoulder,enough to visit the Dr. She said it was old age (72) Medication could help but with a recent heart job I was better to grin and bear it. The pain stops me sleeping on my left side anymore. So I fished out this QRay thing and started wearing it (First time in my life for wearing any jewelry. An old Farmer) Found I could sleep again on my left side. Saw your Programme a couple of nights ago. So took the thing off dropped it in a draw & felt a bit stupid being duped. Guess what!! The pain returned to my left shoulder So I'm back wearing it and the pain's completely gone. Enough for me to waste my time writing this letter to you. Posted by: Roy Middleton | Nov 17, 07 05:11 AM

A couple of the comments sound like they are coming from a former employee. Maybe someone who lost their job. Posted by: D.J. | Nov 17, 07 03:12 PM

The Q-Ray Bracelet is a waste of money. The reason why Sandra Post wears it because she probably get a few bucks to say it works. It's all in the mind. Posted by: Peter | Nov 17, 07 04:00 PM

I am continually amazed (and dismayed) by how gullible people can be and how many entrepreneurs are ready to take their money. People will believe anything. Shortly after watching this piece on Marketplace the local news ran a story about some lady who believed she had the image of the virgin Mary on the back of her oven and people who were lighting candles, praying and weeping to see it. As I said, people will believe anything. Posted by: Richard Dunphy | Nov 17, 07 06:24 PM

Who cares if it works or not - if it does - great, if not well you have probably spent $200 in a more foolish way some other time. Posted by: robert bradley | Nov 17, 07 08:51 PM

These Q-ray people are modern day snake oil salesmen. If you want to know the unbiased results, read the Mayo clinic study: http://www.mayoclinicproceedings.com/inside.asp?AID=206 Posted by: Shinner | Nov 18, 07 10:36 AM

If on the box selling the Q.Ray they say "Cures, Helps, Etc" well of course people will think its true. That's how we think. it will be the same if you sell a piece of string and say "put it around your wrist and it will help your pains." People will buy it and say "it works" because what's written on the box influences your thoughts. Posted by: Shanie foisy couture | Nov 18, 07 11:41 AM

Thanks for wasting our time! I can't believe that you actually wasted time and resources looking into "Q-RAY"! Your show is usually Canadian and Not "Oh Look at this USA Manufacturer they are full of Baloney". Thanks for reminding me why I don't watch TV! Posted by: Jay | Nov 18, 07 12:32 PM

So, who is doing more harm, the sellers of Q-ray who are giving people hope, whether psychological or not, or the makers of the program who are telling everyone in Canada that it doesn't work, and therefore, those that do have the product and are benefiting from the product are now losing there hope and the pain is coming back. Personally, I think it's a bunch of hokum, but for $30 (less than one trip to the physiotherapist) it's relieving the pain of thousands. I think the CBC are irresponsible in this case. I think they should stick to uncovering bad car dealerships instead of giving back pain to those that are suffering. Posted by: Stephen Foster | Nov 18, 07 12:37 PM

Last year we were headed to Cuba for a vacation, my right shoulder was in so much pain that acupuncture, physio and massage did not help . So we went to Show Tv UCM in Newmarket. The lady there told us how great it was for pain so like an idiot I bought the bracelet $130, I asked if I could return it if it did not work, she said no. I wore it for over a year and now have to go for an MRI on my right shoulder. I hope there is a lawsuit against these people I certainly would like my money back. This bracelet is useless and the first $100 takes it. Posted by: David | Nov 18, 07 12:39 PM

Many of the positive postings about the QRay sound fishy... I wonder how many are written by someone on the QRay company payroll? Anyways, I'm not a believer-in-magic-type, so it probably wouldn't work for me. Give me reasonable explanations every time... Posted by: S Kom | Nov 18, 07 12:59 PM

A lot of these comments sound like they're posted by people who work for the company, too. Posted by: Bill B | Nov 18, 07 04:06 PM

I have rheumatoid arthritis and not for one minute do I buy that this stupid metal bracelet will relieve my pain. I know how desperate people are to get rid of this kind of pain but this is not how to do it. I am not that stupid. Posted by: Sandi Miller | Nov 18, 07 08:35 PM

The Q-Ray is the stupidest thing around. It's such a scam. I should sell a hat the enables you to have a greater IQ. People would probably buy it if I faked that somebody scored higher on a IQ test. Posted by: Joey | Nov 18, 07 08:35 PM

I was skeptical of the Q-Ray bracelet from the first time I saw it on commercials, but your show has sold me on the product. I now believe that, because of the secret ionization process, if all the Q-Ray owners would strip to their birthday suits and run through the Canadian barrens in a group, we would have the most fantastic show of northern lights in recorded history! Posted by: Lawrene Toews | Nov 18, 07 08:37 PM

Personally, I don't have a Q-Ray because I don't have any pain. That said, I know of a few retailers which I sell giftware to that carry the Q-Ray and they swear by it. Over the past few years, I have built up a good relationship with these retailers and I know they would not make false claims. They have and are still wearing the bracelet and say it works. They have no idea how it works and that the pain they had before, whether it be tennis elbow, back pain was there and is now gone because of the Q-Ray. If I do have pain and can't get rid of it, what would it hurt to buy a bracelet for $200.00? If it works then it's a small price to pay to have no pain. Posted by: Gene | Nov 18, 07 08:38 PM

I don't think Q-RAY has anything to do with Traditional Chinese Medicine. I think based on scam and money making. I Practiced and trained TCM many years. Posted by: DR.Li | Nov 18, 07 08:43 PM

What's wrong with people these days? A chunk of aircraft cable, solder a couple of knobs on the ends, throw in a few clever words, and I could have been a millionaire too. Posted by: Albert | Nov 18, 07 08:50 PM

I've worn the RAYMA Bracelet for 6 years and I like it. The Q-Ray is an American copy of the Rayma, invented back in the 80's. Trust the USA to market thier product as a miracle. Q-Ray cost $150-$200... Rayma costs me $50, and it works for me, my wife and a few friends. Posted by: Gerry | Nov 18, 07 08:54 PM

if the person is willing to spend couple hundreds dollars and feel good, then so be it. People don't want to admit they get screwed.. Posted by: Ken Teio | Nov 18, 07 10:31 PM

I have had a Q-Ray since Sept 01/07 Since that time my knees have not ached. Prior to this my knees ached every day for the past 3-4 years. I believe in the Q-Ray. Typical CBC bias, not once did your program mention the MONEY BACK GUARANTEE. If it does NOT work for you in 30 days you can get your money back. Your spin in this show reminded me why I don't watch CBC programs. Typical slanting of a story to achieve YOUR results. Posted by: Ed O | Nov 18, 07 10:36 PM

What I find hard to believe is that there are so many stupid people in this country. Anyone with at least a Grade 8 science background should be able to figure out Q ray's claims are pure crap! Posted by: Richard Sinclair | Nov 18, 07 10:57 PM

Who cares how it works. As long as the consumer is happy what business is that of yours? I don't know how a computer or an automobile work but I use both of them everyday to my benefit. That's all that matters. As for "the placebo effect", then why didn't Tylenol work for many people? Did they didn't believe it would work? Posted by: hugh | Nov 18, 07 11:37 PM

Even more comments sound like they are coming from the quack's marketing department being staged just like their phony infomercial filming in Toronto. Posted by: David | Nov 19, 07 08:20 AM

I got my refund from the store that sold me. They gave me a lame excuse and reluctantly gave me a store credit for some legitimate products. Get your money back folks before the company files chapter 11 in Canada too! Posted by: Crystal | Nov 19, 07 11:10 AM

I just ionized some duct tape. I think my ionized bandage is the best pain reliever too. I will call it cooling patch. Where can I contact the Q-Ray company to help me market it and the fake infomercial TV producer guy to film my testimonials too? Posted by: R Green | Nov 19, 07 11:34 AM

I had the Q-Ray several years ago, and swear it worked for my tendinitis. Did not need to take my DAILY Tylenol/Advil combo for weeks at a time. I believe the effects wore off after 2 years, as the instructions say they may. The instructions also state that you: - cannot wear a pacemaker - cannot use a tanning bed while wearing one - cannot use an electric blanket while wearing one This tells me that there is some sort of electric charge involved. If this is not the case, how did the manufacturer get away with this for so many years? How did it get on the market when it was advertised specifically as a pain reliever? Posted by: J Wilson | Nov 19, 07 12:11 PM

For the "It helps some people or gives them hope so what's the problem" people, have you heard of the concept of "false hope". A less than nice term is "self-delusion". Money is being taken from people to provide them with a psychological effect that could be obtained for free. Misunderstanding of how pain is caused and the body's ability to heal itself results in people raving about how well the Q-Ray works when they probably would have had the same recovery without the bracelet. Try a double-blind test sometime: buy a super-cheap Q-Ray knockoff, ask a friend of the Q-Ray user to give it to the Q-Ray user saying this is a new, more powerful Q-Ray Plus and see in a couple of weeks if they don't report continued effectiveness or increased effectiveness. Posted by: Greg | Nov 19, 07 01:15 PM

I have been suffering with chronic neck pain for two years . I cannot take medication for inflammation due to the fact I am on blood thinners. I have tried Acupuncture, Physiotherapy, Active Release Technique, Chiro, Massage Therapy, cervical pillows, you name it. All are costly and none have helped. Am I prepared to gamble a couple of hundred dollars? You bet ! Posted by: John Walsh | Nov 19, 07 02:29 PM

I could not believe an entire episode was dedicated to a bracelet. The show was repetitive and over focused on the golf community. I know you can find better topics. Posted by: J Pedersen | Nov 19, 07 02:49 PM

I use it for vitality--and you now what? It worked! Posted by: Jared Flambay | Nov 20, 07 12:44 AM

I have one too. Gosh, nothing but placebo effect? Can I have back my $$$? Posted by: Joseph | Nov 20, 07 12:49 AM

I would like to challenge all of the people who were so called "relieved of pain" to take off the bracelet for a few weeks and see what happens. People are so gullible! Do you think that maybe with time your aches and pains would have gone away anyway? I guess people will buy almost anything. Save your money!! Posted by: Lena | Nov 21, 07 01:09 AM

If the bracelet were a source of ionization, it would be radioactive and have to be licensed. Posted by: C.J.Bland | Nov 21, 07 01:10 PM

Seems that many of the Q Ray promoters/marketers are using this forum to sell their bangles and post somewhat unbelievable claims. Posted by: Vince | Nov 21, 07 04:27 PM

With all of this advertising on the Q-Ray bracelet, I had to laugh. Clearly these people either didn't open their eyes and watch the report or they are really "bending over". There are really some sad people in this world. Posted by: Alice Dubois | Nov 22, 07 10:11 PM

Wouldn't a short-live, microsecond taser blast have the same effect? Or touching any high voltage source for a microsecond? Posted by: junkbunk | Nov 22, 07 10:34 PM

"If the bracelet were a source of ionization, it would be radioactive and have to be licensed." Posted by: C.J.Bland | Nov 21, 07 01:10 PM There you go "Not Kyle Brown" | Nov 15, 07 10:37 AM... you've proved your point. Ionization C.J., not ionizing radiation. For more info... http://irc.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/pubs/cbd/cbd199_e.html Posted by: Zorro | Nov 25, 07 09:51 AM

I am a certified engineer in Alberta and California working as an executive in an oil company in Calgary. So, I am not selling the Q-Ray, but telling you my experience with it. In 2001, I got BAD shoulders. They made excruciating pain every time I moved my arms. I couldn’t do any easy task, like opening a door or using a keyboard. I woke up screaming night after night every time I turned in bed and hit the shoulders. The family doctor gave me pain killers which killed my stomach (and caused heart problems). I lost so much weight, I thought the end was near. Out of the desperation, I bought a Q-Ray and put it on. I couldn’t believe it, all the pains went away in about a week. I went back to my routine daily swimming and tennis about 1 month later. In 2006, I thought I was well enough and took it off. The pains started coming back about 2-3 months later. They went away again after I put Q-Ray back on. You may think it was all in my head. So be it. Posted by: Max Wei | Nov 25, 07 10:25 AM

“Why is this enterprise allowed to do business in Canada? Let's hope that somebody in power was watching.”...I say...and send the thank you card for taking all believers of pills and health care expenses. I see nothing wrong in this company business. You are over 18, 30 day trial, willing to pay the price, fair enough. If one takes placebo being told that’s the best pain killer on the market and it works for him nobody will say:”Oh, don’t lie to him. Give him Tylenol 3 or 33. If someone believes it works so it works for them, so be it. Leave people alone and get on with your own believes (nobody is criticizing them). Posted by: Zorro | Nov 25, 07 10:26 AM

I’ve never owned a Q-Ray so I can’t speak to its benefits but I do know two professionals that swear by it. I find it interesting that people who have never tried it would immediately dismiss it as a hoax and people who try it and get no benefit from it would call it deceptive. I was particularly interested in one story where the gentleman with the bad shoulder who had tried Physio, massage and acupuncture but none worked. He then tried the q-ray and it didn’t work so he wanted to sue. I wonder if the 3 other methods he tried refunded his money. I guess we should all stop using those three disciplines as well. In the end what does it matter if someone wastes 100 bucks on acupuncture or massages to get a little relief or on a q-ray. If they didn’t ask you for the money and it works for them I say enjoy. Posted by: Eloyd Simon | Nov 26, 07 10:01 AM

I find it very sad that as a supposedly educated population in a modern society we continually fall for this sort of stuff. I think that we are generally a lazy lot and if someone can give us a ready-made, pre-packaged solution to whatever ails us, we are all too ready to swallow it. Homeopathy, "traditional" medicine, religion, astrology or any other mystical process preys upon our desire to believe. You can find anecdotal evidence to support claims to any of this sort of thing but none of it stands up to scrutiny. Science is not a religion. It is not a belief system. It is simply a method to arrive at a level of understanding independent of the desire for a specific outcome. If we were less lazy and wanting to really find out if this thing had any benefit, we would subject it to some logical testing that would closely resemble what science does. And the science shows that this bracelet is simply a placebo. Medical practitioners are not allowed to prescribe placebos, yet herbalists, and traditional medicine quacks do that as part and parcel of their trade. Shame on them and shame on us for swallowing this crap. Posted by: A Concerned Citizen | Nov 26, 07 05:38 PM

Small production costs, big profit ... why didn't I come up with this product? Oh ya, I have morals and a conscience. Posted by: Renee C | Nov 27, 07 12:12 PM

People who have bought the Q-Ray do not surprise me. After all, people had bought pet rocks in the 70's, had traded items for a red paper clip, and continue to buy bottled water when it comes out of the tap. I won't get into buying coffee at Tim Horton's when one can make it at home. Posted by: D'Arcy Surrette | Dec 7, 07 05:23 AM

I purchased our first Q-Ray bracelets for Christmas gifts in 2000. I was tired of listening to my husband complain about pain. He had sciatica pain in the lower back that radiates down the leg. With the money back guarantee I had nothing to lose. My husband is a severe skeptic and said I should be prepared to return the items and get a full refund. Within days he was pain free. Being a non believer he removed the bracelet and his pain soon returned. He has been wearing a Q-Ray ever since. I logged on today to purchase a couple of new bracelets. I may not work for everyone but it sure works for us. You don’t have to be a believer. Posted by: Pat | Dec 9, 07 01:34 PM

I had back surgery about 12 yrs ago and was in constant pain throughout the years. My boyfriend had heard about Q-Ray through a colleague at work who swears by it. I was skeptical but to please him I put it on. It didn't work on one hand so I put it on the other. A few weeks later my boyfriend remarked that I hadn't complained about back pain since I wore the bracelet. And he was right! I'm not completely pain free but it's a lot better than before I had the bracelet. I asked my doctor's opinion and she said that if it works, wear it! Posted by: Lidia G | Dec 13, 07 03:39 PM