Pulsed Electromagnetic Frequency (PEMF)

Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy is a physical therapy that generates a large area pulsed magnetic field of low frequency on the human body. 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. 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 efficient 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.

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PEMF Programs

Pain Relieving Effect

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.

Myo-Relaxing 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.

Anti-Swelling Effect

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.

Vasodilating Effect

PEMF affects the polarization of red blood cells by a positive charge. “Polarization of red blood cells improves the muscle tone of blood vessels, arteries and capillaries – causing their dilation (vasodilation) 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 heal and improve the function of the tissues and organs and also provides anti-inflammatory effects.” (Bio Mag User Manual p.15).

Metabolic-Detoxifying Effect

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.

Healing Effect

PEMF 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.

PEMF application increases the level of proteoglycans in cartilage by up to 22%, which allows healing 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).