Although bio-magnetic therapy is not officially approved as a healing method or practice, too many users of this therapy method gain significant joint pain relieving benefits for it to be dismissed.
The fact that iron, a magnetic metal contained in haemoglobin, making up around 4% of human blood content is a clear indication that should areas of the body be exposed to magnets there will be an effect on that area. In simple terms magnets placed around a damaged joint will attract more blood to that area, thereby increasing the oxygen and nutrient delivery to damaged cells, increasing the rate of the healing process. It is also believed that because magnetic fields temporarily alter the molecular structure of the blood in the area where they are worn, it flows more easily into cartilage and bone, again increasing the rate of healing.
It is also believed that magnets activate acupuncture points and meridians, bringing about the buzzing sensation in the chest and abdomen which is a sign that such points have been stimulated. Some acupuncturists now replace needles with permanent magnets as it is painless and allows treatment to continue after a consultation.
Bio-magnetic therapy is becoming recognised as a suitable alternative form of treatment for sufferers of fibromyalgia, a name given to wide spread pain of the muscles, but not joints. Although not life-threatening or progressive it is a chronic condition, whereby sufferers have severe aches and pains throughout their body's, often feeling worse in the mornings or in cold and damp conditions. Recent research carried out at the University of Virginia in the US concluded that magnetic therapy reduced fibromyalgia pain intensity enough to be "clinically meaningful".
Therefore in conclusion it is fair to say that bio-magnetic therapy brings "clinically meaningful" pain relieving benefits to sufferers of both joint and muscular pain.
References:
Angus BR MacnabBSc Hons Medical Biochemistry
http://www.support4physio.co.uk - on-line Physiotherapy Supplies
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Painless Sleep With a Magnetic Mattress Pad
Magnet therapy has quickly become a popular new option in pain management. Many people, from doctors to athletes, swear by its effectiveness. Magnet therapy is rooted on the belief that placing a magnet on your body will attract the iron in your blood to that area and increase blood circulation. Studies have shown this method of pain relief to be effective even though medical science has yet to prove its worth.
People who use magnet therapy can find wraps for any area of their body that suffers from chronic pain. Hot spot areas are generally joints, back and even the head. A new wave of magnet therapy offers total body relief while you sleep. A magnetic mattress pad is essentially a magnet for your entire body.
How It Works
A magnetic mattress pad is similar to a regular mattress pad in its use. It is a cushioned pad that rests on top of your mattress. The main difference is that a magnetic mattress pad contains small magnets. These small magnets are intended to provide pain relief while you sleep. Depressions, arthritis and fibromylagia sufferers have found magnetic mattress pads to be helpful.
The increased blood circulation throughout the entire body has helped many people suffering from chronic pain due to medical disorders get a better night’s rest and feel less pain when they use a magnetic mattress pad. Some people even claim that magnetic mattress pads can benefit you by slowing down the aging process because of the increased blood circulation.
Comfort and Quality
The two most important aspects of getting the right magnetic mattress pad that will provide pain relief to your body are quality and comfort. If you are searching for a mattress pad in general, always look for the one with the highest quality. A high quality magnetic mattress pad provides the highest number of magnets, as it is the magnets that help increase blood circulation. Ask about the number of magnets in the pad before you decide on the right one for you.
Test out the magnetic mattress pad before buying, if possible. Make sure that you feel comfortable lying on the pad. Comfort is a major factor in determining how well you sleep. Even if you suffer from restless sleep without aches and pains, you may find the magnetic mattress pad to be just what you are looking for. So, if you suffer from chronic pain, body aches or restless nights, try a magnetic mattress pad The only thing you have to lose is the pain, and you have a relaxing, rejuvenating night of sleep to gain.
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