Lifechanging PEMF Therapy Benefits: Pain, Anxiety &
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy is administered via various devices depending on the targeted area. Chronic pain management costs $61.2 Billion per year in the U.S, and more than $326.2 Billion is spent on depression treatments.
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What is PEMF Therapy?
PEMF therapy is a non-invasive treatment that sends pulses or microcurrents into the body, and it is often done through a mat or headpiece to help the body heal as a whole and target specific areas of the body. PEMF is also known as complex neuroelectromagnetic pulses a part of the field of biomagnetics. PEMF is a lower-power, lower-frequency method used to treat chronic pain.
PEMF works by targeting parts of the limbic system including the amygdala. The amygdala is a part of the brain that impacts our emotional responses. PEMF therapy targets the amygdala to help us cope with the emotional aspects of pain.
A research study showed that PEMF therapy administered with a TENS unit and a hot pack improved neck pain, anxiety, and depression and increased overall quality of life.
Magneto-therapy is an increasing rehabilitation treatment and it is a safe way to directly treat an injury site.
Benefits of PEMF Therapy
PEMF therapy can be used for cancer patients dealing with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. As well as individuals seeking physical and mental relief from chronic illnesses.
Here are a few PEMF therapy benefits:
- Slow the proliferation of cancer cells
- Reduce inflammation
- Improved circulation
- Slow aging
- Arthritic pain
- Depression and Anxiety Symptoms
- Promotes Bone Healing
- Ulcer Healing
- Reduce spasticity
PEMF therapy can help improve circulation and heal slow-healing injuries. This has been useful in treating older patients with surgical wounds or lacerations because their aging cells recover much slower than they usually would in their youth.
-Nancy Mitchell, RN & Contributing Author at Assisted Living Center
How Does PEMF Help With Mental Illness?
Anxiety is caused by long-term stress and stressful events are better remembered by the amygdala. The amygdala is at the core of complex physiological responses.
T-PEMF (transcranial pulsed electromagnetic field) has been used to help individuals who reported having moderate to severe depression. T-PEMF modifies brain waves and it stays way below the threshold of neurons firing. Scores were reduced on the Hamiliton Depression Scale after T-PEMF therapy was used for 8-weeks.
How Do I Get Treatment?
There are devices you can purchase for at home use with caution. PEMF therapy treatments can be administered by chiropractors, osteopathic doctors and other medical doctors. Research local offices near you that offer PEMF treatments to give you monitored treatments.
Tips for Buying a PEMF Device
Purchasing your own device can save you money on treatments long-term if this is something you find useful. Typically treatments of this kind can take many treatments before noticing an improvement.
Look for devices that are sold by the manufacturer and the manufacturer has research to support their product. Look for safety ratings, third-party testing and other measures that can back up any claims they make.
Look for a warranty that ensures you get your device fixed within the first few years because these devices can be expensive.
Summary
PEMF therapy is used for pain management by targeting specific parts of the brain. It is also a useful treatment for anxiety and depression. PEMF therapy can be done at home or administered by a medical professional.
Originally posted 2022-08-11 14:44:37.
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