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Magnetic Bracelet Used in Research Study Now in United States

Magnetic Bracelet Used in Research Study Now in United States
By Lee Strong

At the end of 2004 results from a study on arthritis patients in the UK was published in the British Medical Journal.

It stated that it had found positive pain reliving results using a magnetic bracelet. This was an independent study, which has been widely reported in publications and on the Internet.

The study did not name the product but it was the Bioflow Magnetic Bracelet that was used and until now it has only been available from sources in Europe. Now it is in the USA for the first time, which gives American consumers a higher level of protection if the product does not live up to expectations.

In the study 194 men and women aged 45 to 80 suffering pain caused by osteoarthritis of the hip and knee were split into three groups.

Two groups were given non-magnetic or low magnetic bracelets. They felt little change in their condition.

But those given a Bioflow magnetic bracelet felt a significant reduction in pain. Changes in pain were recorded using a recognized pain-scoring scale.

No one in the study knew which type of bracelet they were wearing.

The Arthritis Research Campaign of Great Britain funded the study

"Pain from osteoarthritis of the hip and knee does decrease when wearing magnetic bracelets" researchers said. They added "the magnetic bracelet appears to be free of side affects, unlike pain relievers, which are associated with gastrointestinal problems and, for certain drugs, heart attacks and strokes".

"Magnets are appealing because osteoarthritis is a chronic condition for which our treatments are unsatisfactory" Dr Tim Harlow, head of the research team said. "On the strength of the evidence I am prepared to recommend these static magnets to people with osteoarthritis".

The study took place over a 12-week period at Peninsular Hospital, Plymouth, England

The BMJ insists on a high level of integrity in any trial they publish. For full details of the report go to www.bmj.com

While the FDA in the United States has not approved the use of static magnets for the relief of magnetic pain they do not warn against it. In a 1999 study of patients it was found 18% had used magnetic or copper devices to relieve pain. It was estimated then that Americans spent $500 million per year on such products making this the second most popular alternative therapy for pain relief after chiropractic.

The FDA goes on to say that in the studies that did find benefits from magnetic therapy, many have shown those benefits very quickly. This suggests that if a magnet does work, it should not take very long for the user to start noticing the effect. Therefore, people may wish to purchase magnets with a 30-day return policy and return the product if they do not get satisfactory results within 1 to 2 weeks.

Given this advice it is understandable Americans would be a little wary about buying the Bioflow magnetic bracelet from a source in Europe. Now there is a company that has a stock in California and is offering a full 90-day money back guarantee.

Magnetic Therapy Can Improve Poor Circulation to Your Hands and Feet, Here's Why

Magnetic Therapy Can Improve Poor Circulation to Your Hands and Feet, Here's Why
By Debbie Shimadry

Do you suffer with cold hands or cold feet even in the middle of summer? If yes, then you might be a victim of poor circulation without even realising it. But don't worry,help is here. Read on to find out how to improve your circulation the natural way using magnetic therapy.

Poor circulation may be an indication of a heart disorder. High blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, varicose veins, Raynaud's Disease, and phlebitis are all connected with the circulatory system and having these conditions can lead to poor circulation within the body. So do not ignore the possible warnings and existence of these conditions specially if you have had them for a long period of time.

The symptoms of poor circulation are:

- Cold hands and feet.

- White fingers.

- Dizziness when standing quickly.

- Numbness

- Varicose veins.

- Migraine headaches.

- Tinnitus and hearing loss.

Causes of poor circulation

The main causes of having a poor circulation could be cholesterol, plaque on artery walls or lack of exercise. It may also be hereditary. Your susceptibility to these types of problems can be caused by an imbalance in your system.

Magnetic therapy can effectively and quickly help resolve the effects of poor circulation. I shall now introduce a few magnetic therapy devices that will help alleviate cold feet and hands.

Magnetic therapy treatment for poor circulation:

Poor circulation predominantly affects the extremities (peripheries) of the body such as the fingers, hands, feet and ankles. Poor circulation can manifest by having cold feet and hands or lack of sensation, plus swollen feet, ankles, hands and fingers. The body's circulation can be improved with therapeutic magnets. The application of magnets to the wrist, fingers and feet will improve the local circulation of these areas. Furthermore, to promote an increase in the body's whole circulatory system, magnetised water should be consumed.

Common magnetic therapy devices for alleviating poor circulation are:

1) Magnopain magnetic shoe insoles to increase the circulation to the feet and lower leg. These are very easy to use as you simply place them in your shoes and wear them all day long. The most beneficial way to use them is to take them from shoe to shoe so your feet have contact with them throughout the day. There should be no need to wear them during the night but some people with ‘restless legs’ find their symptoms much reduced by placing them in bed socks. Magnetic shoe insoles are extremely strong and can have as many as 50 magnets per insole. This magnetic strength allows the magnetic field to penetrate all the way up the leg and as far as the knee.

2) The use of a high strength (2,000-3,000 Gauss/200-300 milli Tesla) Magnopain magnetic bracelet to combat poor circulation in the hands. You would need to wear a magnetic bracelet on each wrist for maximum benefit. The magnetic field will increase circulation to the wrist, hand and fingers. It is advocated that the bracelet be worn at all times 24 hours a day 7 days a week to obtain the best results. You can also wear magnetic rings on your fingers if you suffer with cold fingers instead of cold hands.

3) If you drink at least 4 glasses of magnetised water a day you should notice an improvement to the circulation though out your whole body. If the magnetic shoe insoles, magnetic rings and/or magnetic bracelets are used in-conjunction with drinking magnetised water the effects will be increased by 10 times. You can magnetised water by placing a Magnopain magnetic water wand in a glass of water for 10 to 15 minutes.

How Magnetic Therapy Works?

How Magnetic Therapy Works?
By Paul Cris

Indians, Chinese and Japanese have used magnetic therapy for years for treating pains. The therapy uses a magnetic field to treat chronic pain. Usually magnets with north and south poles were used but after extensive research it has been proved that using one pole (north or negative), which has a stronger magnetic field to be beneficial in relieving pain.

Magnetic therapy is increasingly becoming popular nowadays. Sports persons have started wearing magnetic wristbands. Even people who use the mouse for a long time use magnetic wristbands to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. There are a variety of products like magnetic mattresses, beds etc being used by people to get rid of pain.

More and more doctors and psychiatrists are now prescribing magnetic therapy. For years they have been used in treating pain. Billions of dollars are being used every year in manufacturing medical magnets. The most utilized magnetic product is magnetic mattress which helps in joint pain, muscle spasm etc.

Many people with fibromyalgia and arthritis have a positive response with magnetic therapy. Magnetic pillows help people with migraine, while magnetic straps help people with arthritis and relieves the pain. There are lots of magnetic products available for each and every disease. Magnetic therapy has been in use for ages and it is one of the best alternative therapies.

Magnetic Therapy

Magnetic Therapy - Fact Or Fiction?
By Eric Hartwell

Magnetic therapy is often regarded as one of the health practices that is one sided- many either disbelieve in it entirely or believe it is real from ‘experience’. It has been said that magnets could be used in therapy to treat broken bones and depressions, although there is no firm medical evidence for this.

A process called transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, has been used to treat mental disorders such as depression. Many have seen the ads on television about the magnetic bracelets that ‘increases blood flow, cures arthritis pains, and relaxes muscles’. The only evidence that this is true is a single experiment done in 2004, which proved it could help osteoarthritis in the hip and knee.

Many see the process like acupuncture- not a direct treatment, but something to ‘help’ the body along. The magnetic bracelets sold most likely don’t work, for it is the magnetic field in general that does the healing, not the magnet. If you are serious about trying the process, consult someone such as an acupuncturist to tell you more about it- not the people in the local health shop.

Magnets don’t cost much, and don’t hurt anyone- making it the perfect sales pitch to entrepreneurs looking to make a quick buck. Further research is being conducted, but it is often hard to control all of the parameters necessary for a successful experiment.

Some think magnet bracelets act like a placebo- but if you think it works for you, than you should obviously continue using it. If you are skeptical, it is probably better you wait for more research to be published before buying the next expensive magnet bracelet.

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Magnetic Bracelet For Less

Hi there!
I have finally acquired my Magnetic Bracelet! After doing a lot of research on my own as well as getting views from friends about the benefits of wearing the bracelet, I finally decided to own a Titanium Magnetic Bracelet.
There were a choice of whether to acquire a stainless steel, titanium or a tungsten bracelet. From my readings, I found out that the titanium bracelet is better for me. The tungsten one is a bit too expensive.......
Anyway, I was told that I have to wear it for a few days before seeing the true benefit of the bracelet. I hope, it would be what I have expected it would do to me.
Cheers.