An ECG measures heart electrical output and an EEG measures electrical output of the brain. These familiar electrical phenomena of human physiology are now universally accepted without question, but we don’t stop to think that if the body is indeed electrical, why not promote healing by addressing electrical health of cells? Why pharmaceuticals as the only way to influence cell function?

The most dramatic manifestation of an acute illness is a ‘heart attack’, which affects someone without warning. What do we use to rescue the patient from death? We use a defibrillator, which delivers a jolt of electricity to the chest to re-awaken the electrical function of the heart.

Electricity is life. We take all these things for granted and don’t conventionally think of the body as an electrical phenomenon. Not only heart and brain are electrical, but all cells in the body are electrical. Without electricity, cells cannot function.

Most energy production in the cell goes to produce electrical charge on the cell membranes, so that healthy cells have a surface charge of -90mVolts. When charge is running lower than that, cells have a hard time functioning and it takes more charge than that for cells to multiply and repair. Therefore, supporting the body electric would seem like a good place to begin when it comes to normalising function and supporting repair processes in the body.

Maxwells Law, one of the most basic rules of physics is that when electricity flows, a flowing magnetic field is created, and conversely, when a magnetic field is flowing an electrical flow is created.

A PEMF device drives electricity through copper coils at specific waveforms and frequencies, which the principles of Maxwell’s Law, produce a pulsing magnetic field, which, induces electrical flow in the cells that are in proximity to the field, that is, the person using the device.

A surprisingly large body of research has explored how PEMF works on cells and tissue of humans and animals. These mechanisms are complex, with surprisingly profound beneficial effects.

The short version of what has been discovered, is that PEMF influences the body via a number of different pathways that are already well understood.

PEMF influences the cell by improving ion pumps or electron pumps in cell membranes. This leads to a cascade of changes that causes signalling molecules to improve cell function and energy output. The cell becomes better able to return to normal effient function when stressed by any condition. The capacity to respond to stress and return to normal is called homeostasis, and is the basis of health.

The stimulation of current in nerve fibres, blocks painful sensations moving from the pain source via the spinal cord to the brain centres, and as a result of this (enhanced endorphin production, suppression of inflammation, swelling and myo-relaxation) it leads to pain relief and an analgesic and calming effect.

Relaxes skeletal muscles and removes acid metabolites faster resulting in relief from painful irritation in muscles and in the sites of chronic inflammation. This reduces pain and relieves painful muscle spasms and assists in muscle relaxation. The myo-relaxing effect on the back muscles bringing relief from problems including stiff cervical spine, headache, dizziness, impaired hearing, limited mobility, pain that spreads from the spine to the extremities.

Enables faster re-absorption of swelling and provides significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in the affected area. The different applicators are put over the affected area. For example, in the case of an ankle sprain perform 30 minute or 45 minute stimulations three times daily to achieve significant relief from swelling and pain. Anti-swelling and anti-inflammatory effects can also be used for upper respiratory tract infections, sinusitis, inflammation of the gums, in allergic rhinitis.

LPMF affects the polarization of red blood cells by positive charge. “Polarization of red blood cells improves the muscle tone of blood vessels, arteries and capillaries – causing their dilation (vaodilation) and enhancing the supply of oxygenated blood and nutrients to the tissues and faster removal of toxic substances out of the cells. Vasodilation is desired in any vascular system disorders where the oxygenated blood flow is impaired, i.e. in ischaemic disorders of the extremities, heart or brain, all cases where a better supply of oxygen helps healing and improving the function of the tissues and organs and also provides anti-inflammatory effects.” (Bio Mag User Manual p.15).

Stimulates the metabolism, which “leads to changes in the surface potentials of the cells, changes in cellular membrane permeability, increased blood circulation, improved oxygenation, nutrient supply and better removal of metabolic waste from the exposed tissues, which are the basic requirements for any healing process. Enhanced metabolism, removal of waste products and detoxification initiate any healing and regenerative process. For example, exposition of the liver using the Bioag system stimulates liver function, and accelerates and enhances detoxification processes in the whole body. Local effects are achieved by placing the applicator on the affected area – ag muscle, joint, spine etc. By using a small applicator, we can achieve stronger local effects due to a higher induction, while the use of the applicator with a larger application area results in a greater positive whole-body metabolic effect despite the lower induction.” (Bio Mag User Manual p15). This may result in an improvement in some diseases and conditions such as diabetes, gout, regeneration of tissues after infections, eczema and allergies.

LPMF therapy significantly accelerates the healing process, activates the formation of new tissue (rapid building of bone tissue and calcification) and leads to increased sensitivity to the parathyroid hormone. It is used to accelerate the healing of fractures, pseudo-arthrosis (false joint), and for the reinforcement of loose and painful endo-prostheses. “The combination of proteoglycans and collagen form cartilage. LPMF application increases the level of proteoglycans in cartilage by up to 22%, which allows haling and regeneration of cartilage that is otherwise difficult and influenced only to a limited extent. Accelerated wound healing has been demonstrated not only in blood, but also in soft tissue.” (Bio Mag User Manual p 15).

Below is a shortlist of the major issues which are helped by PEMF. If you are interested in more detailed information, follow the references to find out more. The effects of PEMF on the cells of the body have been demonstrated in clinical and scientific studies to include improvement in the function of:

• Cell receptors (1);
• Inflammation (2,3,4,5);
• Blood flow and microcirculation (6);
• Tendon repair (1,2,3,4,5,6,13,14,15,16,17,18,25,26,27,28,9,30);
• Ligament repair (4);
• Bone repair (1,2,3,4,5,6,19,20,21,22,23,24);
• Intervertebral disc repair (6,7,8,36,37,38);
• Cartilage repair (1,2,3);
• Joint repair (4,5);
• Immune system;
• Pain reduction;
• Autonomic nervous system (which regulates fight or flight/rest and restore modes in the whole body).

• Arthritis;
• Musculoskeletal injury;
• Muscle soreness and tightness;
• Joint pain;
• Bone fracture;
• Tendon pain;
• Back pain;
• Osteoporosis;
• Neurological disease;
• Fatigue.

If you would like to assess the suitability of the Bio Mag Lumina device and combination of the device itself and various applicators you can contact Tash Simons at The IV Room on 94469600. The mat can be purchased or rented. Rental is for a minimum period of four weeks. If you would like to purchase or rent a mat please contact reception and ask to speak to Tash Simons.

1 Coupling of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) therapy to molecular grounds of the cell
Richard Hw Funk 1

2 Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Inhibits Synovitis via Enhancing the Efferocytosis of Macrophages.
Ouyang J, Zhang B, Kuang L, Yang P, Du X, Qi H, Su N, Jin M, Yang J, Xie Y, Tan Q, Chen H, Chen S, Jiang W, Liu M, Luo X, He M, Ni Z, Chen L.

3 Designed electromagnetic pulsed therapy: clinical applications.
Gordon GA.

4 Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields Reduce Postoperative Interleukin-1beta, Pain, and Inflammation: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study in TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction Patients.
Rohde CH, Taylor EM, Alonso A, Ascherman JA, Hardy KL, Pilla AA.

5 Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy as a Complementary Alternative for Chronic Pelvic Pain Management in an Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome Patient.
Overholt TL, Ross C, Evans RJ, Walker SJ.

6 The impact of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy on blood pressure and circulating nitric oxide levels: a double blind, randomized study in subjects with metabolic syndrome.
Kim CH, Wheatley-Guy CM, Stewart GM, Yeo D, Shen WK, Johnson BD.

7 Translational Insights into Extremely Low Frequency Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (ELF-PEMFs) for Bone Regeneration after Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery.
Ehnert S, Schröter S, Aspera-Werz RH, Eisler W, Falldorf K, Ronniger M, Nussler AK.

8 The Application of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs) for Bone Fracture Repair: Past and Perspective Findings.
Daish C, Blanchard R, Fox K, Pivonka P, Pirogova E.

9 Effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Zhu S, He H, Zhang C, Wang H, Gao C, Yu X, He C.

10 Pulsed electromagnetic fields modify the adverse effects of glucocorticoids on bone architecture, bone strength and porous implant osseointegration by rescuing bone-anabolic actions.
Cai J, Shao X, Yang Q, Yang Y, Yan Z, Luo E, Feng X, Jing D.

11 Pulsed electromagnetic fields promote bone formation by activating the sAC-cAMP-PKA-CREB signaling pathway.
Wang YY, Pu XY, Shi WG, Fang QQ, Chen XR, Xi HR, Gao YH, Zhou J, Xian CJ, Chen KM.J Cell Physiol. 2019 Mar;234(3):2807-2821. doi: 10.1002/jcp.27098. Epub 2018 Aug 1.PMID: 30067871

12 The hemorheological safety of pulsed electromagnetic fields in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis in southwest China: a randomized, placebo controlled clinical trial.
Liu H, Yang L, He H, Zhou J, Liu Y, Wang C, Wu Y, He C.

13 In vitro functional response of human tendon cells to different dosages of low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field
L de Girolamo 1, M Viganò 2, E Galliera 3 4, D Stanco 2, S Setti 5, M G Marazzi 6, G Thiebat 7, M M Corsi Romanelli 6 8, V Sansone 6 9

14 A2A adenosine receptors are involved in the reparative response of tendon cells to pulsed electromagnetic fields.
Colombini A, Perucca Orfei C, Vincenzi F, De Luca P, Ragni E, Viganò M, Setti S, Varani K, de Girolamo L.

15 Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field affects proliferation, tissue-specific gene expression, and cytokines release of human tendon cells.
de Girolamo L, Stanco D, Galliera E, Viganò M, Colombini A, Setti S, Vianello E, Corsi Romanelli MM, Sansone V.

16 Hamstring grafts are tenogenic constructs for ACL reconstruction and Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields improve tendon specific markers expression. An in-vitro study.
Marmotti A, Mattia S, Mangiavini L, Bellato E, Ragni E, de Girolamo L, Peretti GM, Blonna D, Bonasia D, Setti S, Castoldi F.

17 Mechanical Stimulation (Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields “PEMF” and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy “ESWT”) and Tendon Regeneration: A Possible Alternative.
Rosso F, Bonasia DE, Marmotti A, Cottino U, Rossi R.

18 Pulsed electromagnetic fields improve the healing process of Achilles tendinopathy: a pilot study in a rat model.
Perucca Orfei C, Lovati AB, Lugano G, Viganò M, Bottagisio M, D’Arrigo D, Sansone V, Setti S, de Girolamo L.

19 Translational Insights into Extremely Low Frequency Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (ELF-PEMFs) for Bone Regeneration after Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery.
Ehnert S, Schröter S, Aspera-Werz RH, Eisler W, Falldorf K, Ronniger M, Nussler AK.

20 The Application of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs) for Bone Fracture Repair: Past and Perspective Findings.
Daish C, Blanchard R, Fox K, Pivonka P, Pirogova E.

21 Effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Zhu S, He H, Zhang C, Wang H, Gao C, Yu X, He C.

22 Pulsed electromagnetic fields modify the adverse effects of glucocorticoids on bone architecture, bone strength and porous implant osseointegration by rescuing bone-anabolic actions.
Cai J, Shao X, Yang Q, Yang Y, Yan Z, Luo E, Feng X, Jing D.

23 Pulsed electromagnetic fields promote bone formation by activating the sAC-cAMP-PKA-CREB signaling pathway.
Wang YY, Pu XY, Shi WG, Fang QQ, Chen XR, Xi HR, Gao YH, Zhou J, Xian CJ, Chen KM.J Cell Physiol. 2019 Mar;234(3):2807-2821. doi: 10.1002/jcp.27098. Epub 2018 Aug 1.PMID: 30067871

24 The hemorheological safety of pulsed electromagnetic fields in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis in southwest China: a randomized, placebo controlled clinical trial.
Liu H, Yang L, He H, Zhou J, Liu Y, Wang C, Wu Y, He C.

25 In vitro functional response of human tendon cells to different dosages of low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field
L de Girolamo 1, M Viganò 2, E Galliera 3 4, D Stanco 2, S Setti 5, M G Marazzi 6, G Thiebat 7, M M Corsi Romanelli 6 8, V Sansone 6 9

26 A2A adenosine receptors are involved in the reparative response of tendon cells to pulsed electromagnetic fields.
Colombini A, Perucca Orfei C, Vincenzi F, De Luca P, Ragni E, Viganò M, Setti S, Varani K, de Girolamo L.

27 Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field affects proliferation, tissue-specific gene expression, and cytokines release of human tendon cells.
de Girolamo L, Stanco D, Galliera E, Viganò M, Colombini A, Setti S, Vianello E, Corsi Romanelli MM, Sansone V.

28 Hamstring grafts are tenogenic constructs for ACL reconstruction and Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields improve tendon specific markers expression. An in-vitro study.
Marmotti A, Mattia S, Mangiavini L, Bellato E, Ragni E, de Girolamo L, Peretti GM, Blonna D, Bonasia D, Setti S, Castoldi F.

29 Mechanical Stimulation (Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields “PEMF” and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy “ESWT”) and Tendon Regeneration: A Possible Alternative.
Rosso F, Bonasia DE, Marmotti A, Cottino U, Rossi R.

30 Pulsed electromagnetic fields improve the healing process of Achilles tendinopathy: a pilot study in a rat model.
Perucca Orfei C, Lovati AB, Lugano G, Viganò M, Bottagisio M, D’Arrigo D, Sansone V, Setti S, de Girolamo L.

31 Pulsed electromagnetic fields promote repair of focal articular cartilage defects with engineered osteochondral constructs.
Stefani RM, Barbosa S, Tan AR, Setti S, Stoker AM, Ateshian GA, Cadossi R, Vunjak-Novakovic G, Aaron RK, Cook JL, Bulinski JC, Hung CT.

32 Pulsed electromagnetic fields potentiate the paracrine function of mesenchymal stem cells for cartilage regeneration. Stem Cell Res Ther. 2020 Feb 3;11(1):46. doi: 10.1186/s13287-020-1566-5. PMID: 32014064; PMCID: PMC6998094.
Parate D, Kadir ND, Celik C, Lee EH, Hui JHP, Franco-Obregón A, Yang Z.

33 Effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on articular hyaline cartilage: review of experimental and clinical studies.
Fini M, Giavaresi G, Carpi A, Nicolini A, Setti S, Giardino R.

34 Targeting Mesenchymal Stromal Cells/Pericytes (MSCs) With Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Has the Potential to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Ross CL, Ang DC, Almeida-Porada G.

35 Effects of electromagnetic fields on osteoarthritis.
Wang T, Xie W, Ye W, He C.

36 Pulsed electromagnetic fields reduce acute inflammation in the injured rat-tail intervertebral disc.
Chan AK, Tang X, Mummaneni NV, Coughlin D, Liebenberg E, Ouyang A, Dudli S, Lauricella M, Zhang N, Waldorff EI, Ryaby JT, Lotz JC.