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Is Magnetic Therapy Beneficial In Maintaining Health?
By Dr Deryck Pattron, Ph.D, Thu Dec 8th
INTRODUCTION Magnetic therapy is now being considered as apromising treatment for a wide range of medical ailments. Thesuccesses of these magnet treatments may at first glance seemimpressive, but there is a need for this form of treatment to becarefully evaluated and documented, before any prior approval oruniversal acceptance can be given. The purpose of this presentpaper is to evaluate some of the important current conceptsunderlying the use of magnetic therapy through the use ofpertinent questions on the subject which are answered below. What is magnetic therapy? Magnetic therapy is considered a safe,non-invasive method of applying magnetic fields to the body fortherapeutic purposes. It may help to speed the healing processand improve quality of sleep without any adverse side effects.Whether used independently or as an adjunct to any currenttreatment, magnet therapy may be effective for natural painrelief due to musculoskeletal injuries and chronic conditions. When was magnetic therapy first used? The earliest mention ofthe magnet as a healing agent is one of the four Vedas on thetreatise of medicine, ¬ the Atharvaveda. Many indigenous andancient civilizations, including the Hebrews, Arabs, Indians,Chinese, Egyptians and Greeks used magnets for healing.According to legend, Cleopatra wore a magnetic amulet on herforehead to preserve her youth; this placement put it near thebrain’s magnetically sensitive pineal gland.
As early as 1960s, clinical studies in the United States haveshown that magnetic therapy may be an effective method forrelieving pain and discomfort. Japan and many eastern Europeancountries have conducted studies for over 30 years andresearchers continue to find that it provides tremendousbenefits for a wide range of conditions. Physicians in theUnited States using magnetic therapy in their practices havereported many case histories showing positive benefits for theirpatients as well. What are some examples of life’s magnetic nature? Examples oflife's magnetic nature are abundant and found everywhere. Manybirds and insects, such as homing pigeons, butterflies and beesnavigate using Earth's magnetic field. Even humans can roughlysense magnetic direction. These abilities, in part, appear to bemediated through a magnetic substance called magnetite, whichhas been discovered in the tissue, including the human brain, ofmany living organisms. Researchers have found magnetite clustersnear the brain's, magnetically sensitive pineal gland, whichsecretes hormones affecting the entire body. What was the original thinking on the use of magnets? Somesupporters of magnetic therapy seem to base their belief on ametaphysical assumption that all illness is due to some sort ofimbalance or disharmony in energy. This balance or flow ofelectromagnetic energy must be restored in order to restorehealth, and magnets are thought to be able to do this. Untilrecently, scientists believed that life was mostly a biochemicalprocess. The idea that magnetic fields could significantlyinfluence living systems seemed far-fetched. Perspectives haveshifted rapidly, however, and many scientists now believe thatat some level we are fundamentally “electromagnetic creatures.”What is the mysterious force called magnetism? Magnetism iscreated primarily by the spin of electrons within a substance.If the spin of sufficient numbers of electrons is aligned, thesubstance becomes magnetic. Although iron is readily magnetizedbecause of its many surplus electrons, virtually all substancescan be magnetized. Natural magnets called lodestones werecreated when iron-containing lava cooled and was magnetized byEarth's magnetic field. Can magnetism promote healing? Healing may be regarded asrestoring balance to the body. The physical body can generateelectrical energy and is effected by anything with anelectromagnetic field - such as magnets. If used correctedmagnets may relieve pain and speed healing. Can humans generate magnetic fields? Not only are we affected bymagnetic fields but we also generate them. For example,scientists can measure the brain and heart's magnetic fieldswith instruments called the magnetoencephalograph andmagnetocardiogram, respectively. How is the magnetic field of energy of a magnet measured? Theforce or magnetic field of energy from a magnet is measured ingauss strength. Magnets used for pain relief and healingtypically measure between 300¬ to10, 000 gauss. How many types of magnets are there? There are three main typesof magnets currently in use, these are as follows: 1.Neodymiummagnets have a 12,300 gauss rating at its core. 2.Ceramicmagnets have a 3,900 gauss rating at its core 3.Flexible magnetshave a 2,750 gauss rating at its core. How does magnet therapywork? There is still much research and debate about how magnetswork. Different theories have been put forward by researchersand scientists. But the most accepted theory is described below.When a magnet is applied to the body, muscle and soft tissuelengthen and relax. Magnetic waves pass through the tissue andsecondary currents are induced. When currents clash withmagnetic waves they produce impacting heat on electrons in thebody cells. This impacting heat is suggestive of bringing abouthealing. The application of a magnetic field to an injured areahelps restore the normal electromagnetic balance. The magneticfield relaxes capillary walls, as well as surrounding musclesand connective tissues, allowing for increased blood flow.
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Moreoxygen and nutrients are transferred to the injury site, whilepain and inflammatory-related electro-chemicals are moreefficiently removed. The overall process restores the normalelectromagnetic balance of the area, relieving pain andinflammation and promoting accelerated healing. Individualresponse time will vary and can range from a few minutes, to afew weeks. The effectiveness of magnetic therapy is dependentupon using the correct magnetic products, the length of timethey are applied, and the type and severity of the problem. Ismagnetic therapy safe? Magnetic therapy has been reported to besafe so far. No complications have ever been reported with itsproper use. However, there are certain conditions where magnettherapy should not be used. Magnetic therapy should not be usedif you are wearing a pacemaker, defibrillator, insulin pump orany other implanted electro-medical device. It should not beused if you are pregnant either. How effective is magnetic therapy? Most experts in the fieldargue that if magnetic therapy products are designed and usedproperly they can be 80% to 90% effective. Knowing how toaccomplish this level of effectiveness is no easy task. Itrequires highly specialized designs and manufacturing andeducated guidance for proper use. What determines the effectiveness of a magnetic therapy product?To be effective, a product must create a magnetic field ofsufficient strength and coverage at the affected area. Theproblem is that the strength of a magnetic field dissipatesrapidly with increasing distance from a magnet. Many times aninjured area can be several inches below the skin. If a productis not properly designed, the magnetic field could easily stopbefore it even reaches the injury site, rendering the productcompletely ineffective. The Manufacturer's Gauss Rating (MGR) ofa magnet indicates the amount of energy that a particularmagnetic material can conserve. It is identical for all magnetsmade of the same material regardless of their size or the totalnumber of magnets used. Four factors determine the strength andpenetration depth, that is, how far the magnetic field can reachwhen applied to the body: 1.Mass (surface area and thickness) ofmagnets. 2.Quantity of magnets used. 3.Polarity facing the body.4.Manufacturer's gauss rating. How to use magnets? •Start withlocalizing the painful area or zone. •Probe by pressing thepainful zone, particularly the depressions, for finding thepoints most painful. If necessary mark them with the tip of apen. •Prepare the magnet by gently washing with soap and dryingit well with a soft cloth. •Cut a piece of micropore surgicaltape or a sticking plaster and attach the magnet with its helpwith the shining face towards your skin at the selected areas orpainful zone. Does it make a difference which magnetic pole isused in magnetic therapy? Different magnetic poles havedifferent effects on the body. The negative magnetic field orNorth Pole is the one to use on the body. It calms the body andis believed to expand capillaries resulting in increased bloodand oxygen to the area. The positive field or South Polestresses the body and can be dangerous with long-term exposure.Only doctors should apply the South Pole to their patients forspecial treatments. Some of the effects of the South Pole andNorth Pole are given below: Positive/South PoleNegative/NorthPole Stresses the bodyCalms the body IncreasesacidityNeutralizes pH Reduces oxygenIncreases oxygen Increasescellular swellingReduces cellular swelling What are the side effects of magnetic therapy? There are noreported side effects of magnetic therapy thus far. Occasionallya person may feel a slight tingling sensation, which may be dueto improved circulation. There are a few contraindications. Do not use magnetic therapyif you: •Have a pacemaker or other implanted electrical device;•Received a localized cortisone injection in the past 2-3 weeks;•Are pregnant; •Have metallic strips after a surgical operationinside your body; •Have convulsions; •Have open wounds or duringthe period of menstruation; •Just had a meal or one and halfhour following a meal; •Have placed a magnet on your head for aperiod exceeding 48 hours; •Experience pain or increased pain,remove magnet and reverse them or discontinue use. How to make asimple magnet? Most magnets are now made by passing a strongsurge of direct-current electricity through an iron bar. Thestrength of the magnet could be further increased by combiningiron with other elements. How to store magnets? •Keep unused magnets inside wooden boxes,which will block their magnetic fields. •Handle them with care,since they are fragile. If it falls, it can break or it can getscratched. •If exposed to a temperature above 80° C, it wouldloose forever its magnetic properties. •Store magnets in a cool,dry place. How to increase the strength of magnets? •Place a piece of ironagainst one pole of the magnet, the strength of the other polewill be increased by 20%. •Attach a magnet of similar strengthto one of the poles of the magnet, increases the strength of theother pole by 30 %. •Lowering the temperature increases thestrength of the magnet, but this effect is temporary. What are the possible reported uses of magnetic therapy? •Ithelps alleviate pain and improve mobility of arthritic joints;•Recovery of nerve sensation; •It aids recovery of thornligaments, muscles and tendons; •It reduces bruising andswelling; •It speeds recovery in sports injuries; •Greaterresistance to infection; •It improves circulation in the bodyand extremity warming; •It helps removal of waste products fromthe blood such as lactic acids, calcium, cholesterol and fatdeposits; •It increases energy and strength; •It speeds healingfor example bone fractures; •It helps recovery or can preventCarpal Tunnel Syndrome; •It alleviates migraine and headache;•It improves overall health. Can water be magnetized? Water is capable of being magnetized.Like oxygen, it’s paramagnetic, meaning that it holds a magneticcharge. Some researchers think that magnetized water has areduced surface tension due to water clusters being separated.In other words the water is better able to penetrate cell wallsbecause it’s thinner, wetter, and more absorbable. Magneticenergy can be transported to every cell in the body by drinkingmagnetic water. Magnetized water is sweet with a pH of about 8-9. How can water be magnetized? Water can be magnetized simply byplacing magnets on the water intake pipe or by placing a jug orglass of water on a circular magnet for several hours. Is magnetized water beneficial for health? Disease causes thebody’s acid-alkaline balance (pH) to become overly acidic.Drinking magnetized, alkaline water may help to restore thebody’s pH balance. CONCLUSIONS •Magnetic therapy has been implicated in thetreatment of wide range of medical conditions and may bebeneficial in maintaining health. •The success of magnettherapy, even though beneficial for some patients may not beeffective for others. The clinical implications of magnetictherapy are now being extensively investigated in the presentscientific literature. But, there is an increasing need for moreclinical trials and greater participation in clinical trials andextensive validation of research findings, in order for magnetictherapy studies to become more acceptable among the scientificcommunity. •Like all medical treatments the pros and cons ofmagnetic therapy must be carefully evaluated before thecommencement of any treatment. •Magnetic therapy may be morebeneficial if used in conjunction with other proven therapies. REFERENCES Jacobson Resonance Enterprises, Jacobson ResonanceEnterprises, Inc. Announces Texas A&M Study DemonstratesMagnetized Water May Enhance Growth of Squash. PR Newswire, Jan.19, 1999. Miller R. Methods of Detecting and Measuring Healing Energies.Future Science, edited by J.W. White and S. Krippner, GardenCity, NY: Doubleday, 1977, 431-444. Sharp K. Gale Encyclopediaof Alternative Medicine. 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About the author:Dr. Pattron is a Public Health Scientist attached to theMinistry of Health in Trinidad. |