Magnetic field therapy is intended to have a healing effect with the help of magnetic fields. This is intended to alleviate various complaints.
Magnetic field therapy – healing effect?
Magnetic field therapy is based on the assumption that electromagnetic fields can have a healing effect on the human body. Magnetic fields are believed to affect cells and biological processes.
- The magnetic fields are said to work at a cellular level and help regulate the flow of ions within cells, which is said to improve cell regeneration and metabolism. Magnetic stimulation is said to make the body better able to heal itself.
- With pulsating magnetic field therapy in particular, it is believed that the periodic magnetic pulses have positive effects on the nerves, muscles and tissue and reduce inflammation.
- Magnetic field therapy is controversial because the scientific evidence on its effectiveness is limited. There are some studies that show positive effects such as pain reduction, but these results are often inconclusive or contradicted by other studies.
- In general, the therapy is considered safe because it is non-invasive and usually does not have any serious side effects. However, people with pacemakers or implanted electronic devices should be careful as the magnetic fields can interfere with these devices.
Areas and forms of application
Magnetic field therapy is used in alternative medicine for various ailments.
- This is intended to relieve chronic pain, such as osteoarthritis or back pain, joint diseases or sports injuries.
- Magnetic field therapy is also used to generally strengthen the immune system. Some people also use them to promote wound healing or to help treat sleep disorders.
- It is also said to improve blood circulation, stimulate metabolism, promote oxygen transport and generally relieve pain.
- There are two ways of implementing it: Static magnetic field therapy uses permanent magnets (usually in the form of magnetic bracelets, plasters or mats) that are attached to certain parts of the body to relieve local discomfort.
- Pulsed magnetic field therapy (PEMF), on the other hand, uses magnetic fields that pulsate at low frequencies. This method is used in devices that are often used for specific applications (e.g. for joint pain).