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Magnet Therapy for Back Pain
Magnet Therapy for Back Pain / ReliefMagnet therapy means using a magnetic force to influence bodily systems. The goal of magnet therapy is to increase local circulation to the affected area and increase the body’s own natural healing ability. Magnets affect the circulation by attracting or repulsing charged particles in the blood. The movement of blood can be directed towards the painful area of the back using the pull of the magnetic field. Increased circulation is the best way to treat oxygen deprivation back pain, one of the most common forms of chronic pain. Magnets are also thought to open up capillaries, which will also increase blood and oxygen content in the symptomatic region.Magnet Therapy for Back Pain / DevicesProfessional magnet therapy uses huge electric powered magnetic fields. These magnets can have positive, as well as negative effects on the health of the individual. The use of these large and powerful magnetic fields should be supervised by an EXPERT in magnetic therapy.Magnetic jewelry is very popular for treating various health conditions, including back pain. Magnetic bracelets, earrings, rings, necklaces, and pins are sold in many alternative therapy stores. Online sales of these products is a huge industry. Magnetic glasses and mugs can be used for creating magnetized water. Magnetic insoles are designed to work on reflexology points on the feet. There is no end to the healthcare uses of magnets in the modern marketplace. Risks of Magnet TherapyMagnetic and electromagnetic fields have been shown to cause many health problems. Headaches, circulation problems, memory loss, heart arrhythmia, auto-immune disease, cancer, cellular mutation and a change in the pH of the body are all common side effects of long term exposure to powerful magnetic fields. Magnets are not advisable for patients with pace makers or internal defibrillators and should also not be used by pregnant women.The Bottom Line on Magnetic Therapy for Back PainThe Japanese are strong exponents of magnet therapy. I have visited a magnet therapy clinic in Tokyo and have seen the huge clientele that receives regular treatment for all sorts of health concerns. Magnet therapy is not proven to work for back pain, but the research looks promising for many types of painful conditions. If you are interested in magnet therapy to relieve your chronic back pain, talk to your doctor or therapist. Personally, I am waiting for more concrete information to become available before making up my mind on this interesting treatment option.
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