Thursday, January 1, 2009
| General Description and Review of Magnetic Therapy Magnetic therapy is used widely by those seeking effective natural solutions to enhance healing and reduce pain. Though in early stages of testing in the US, a report published by the American Journal of Pain Management noted that magnets sewn into socks alleviated the chronic pain of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, a form of nerve deterioration caused by diabetes. Additionally, a double blind study at the Techion-Isreal Institute of Technology demonstrated that magnetic stimulation of the brain can ease severe depression, a disorder that affects over 10 million Americans and countless worldwide. Research at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston indicated that magnetic therapy could provide significant relief for pain from post polio syndrome. How Magnetic Therapy Works Magnetic energy increases the blood flow to the area, increasing circulation, thus speeding healing and reducing pain and inflammation. Magnets come in various forms for applications to different parts of the body. The magnetic power is measured in "gauss" and the greater the "gauss" the stronger the magnet. The polarities are said to have the following effect: North Pole (+): Calming, relaxing effect South Pole (-): Stimulating, activating effect Who May Benefit from Magnetic Therapy The following are just a few of many conditions that may benefit from Magnetic Therapy: * Arthritis * Asthma * Carpal Tunnel Syndrome * Fibromyalgia * Infections * Migraines * Osteoporosis * Ruptured disks * Sports injuries * Tennis elbow * Chronic back pain * Shoulder pain Magnetic Therapy Usage Warnings Be cautious when using magnetic devices during pregnancy. Keep all magnetic therapy devices at least 18 inches away from any other battery operated medical device, such as but not limited to, pacemakers, computers, insulin pumps or automatic defibrillators. Serenity 2000 products are NOT nickel plated. |
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