FAQ Magnetic Therapy
General Information about Magnetic Therapy
Q. What is magnetic therapy and why use it?
A. Magnetic therapy is a safe, non-invasive method of applying magnetic fields to the body for therapeutic purposes. It helps to speed the healing process without any adverse side effects. Whether used independently or as an adjunct to your current treatment, magnet therapy is very effective for natural pain relief for musculoskeletal injuries and chronic conditions, making it an excellent choice. Over the centuries, it has been well documented that many cultures, including the ancient Chinese, Greeks and Egyptians, have applied magnets to relieve pain and other symptoms for over 4,000 years. However, the size and weight of the magnet existing during that time, made them difficult to use.
Today, smaller and stronger magnetic materials have led to the application of modern day therapy products used by over 140 million people worldwide. Since the 1960's, clinical studies in the United States have shown magnetic therapy to be an effective method for relieving pain and discomfort. Japan and many eastern European countries have conducted hundreds of studies for over 30 years, and researchers continue to find that it provides tremendous benefits for a wide range of conditions.
Physicians in the United States using magnetic therapy in their practices have reported many case histories showing positive benefits for a wide range of conditions. Physicians in the United States using magnetic therapy in their practices have reported many case histories showing positive benefits for their patients as well. In addition to static (permanent) magnets, pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy has undergone many scientific clinical trials worldwide too.
Q. How does magnet therapy work?
A. All physical and mental functions are controlled by electromagnetic fields produced by the movement of electro-chemicals (ions) within the body. When an injury occurs and tissue is damaged, positively charged ions move to the affected area, causing pain and swelling. In order for healing to take place, the injured site must be restored to its natural negative electromagnetic charge. Pain and inflammatory-related electro-chemicals must be removed and oxygen and nutrients transferred to the area. The application of a magnetic field to an injured area helps restore the normal electromagnetic balance. The magnetic field relaxes capillary walls, as well as surrounding muscle and connective tissues, allowing for increased blood flow. More oxygen and nutrients are transferred to the injury site, while pain and inflammatory-related are more efficiently removed.
The overall process restores the normal electromagnetic balance of the area, relieving pain and inflammation, and promoting accelerated healing. Individual response time will vary, and can range from a few minutes, to a few weeks. The effectiveness of magnetic therapy is dependent upon using the correct magnetic products, the length of time they are applied, and the type and severity.
Q. Is magnetic therapy safe?
A. Yes, magnetic therapy is safe. No complications have ever been reported with its proper use. Magnetic therapy products use magnets that, when applied to the body, have positive therapeutic benefits.
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy must NOT be used during pregnancy, epilepsy, severe fungal diseases, or through periods of disease with increasing fever and tumour developments.
Pulsed electro-magnetic field therapy should never be used without prior consultation with a veterinarian or physiotherapist.
Q. Does magnet therapy use the same magnetic fields as power lines and other electrical devices?
A. The electro-magnetic fields surrounding power lines and electrical appliances are a very different type of magnetic field. They have no relation to the natural healing fields produced by magnetic therapy products.
Q. How effective can magnetic therapy be?
A. According to most experts in the field, if magnetic therapy products are designed and used properly they can be 80%-90% effective. (Far greater than many other treatments, and with no side effects.) The catch is that Biomagnetics is a far more complex science that most people realise. Knowing how to accomplish this level of effectiveness is no easy task. It requires highly specialised designs and manufacturing, and educated guidance for proper use.
Pulsed electro-magnetic field therapy should never be used without prior consultation with a veterinarian or physiotherapist.
