The impact of treatment with magnetic fields
on a variety of physical ailments are presented in the following descriptions
of recent studies, published in
peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Alzheimer's Disease
On review, after applying external electromagnetic fields ranging 5
to 8 Hz, large improvements were detected in Alzheimer's patients. These
included
improved visual memory, drawing performance, spatial orientation, mood,
short-term memory and social interactions.
R. Sandyk, Alzheimer's Disease: Improvement of Visual Memory and
Visuoconstructive Performance Treatment with Picotesla Range Magnetic Fields,
International Journal of Neurosci, 76(3-4), June 1994, p. 185-225.
As generally supported, a persons biological daily clock may causally
be related to memory deterioration in Alzheimer's patients and in the ageing.
Synchronizing of the circadian rhythms using magnetic fields, (this
article suggests) could lead to improved memory for those affected.
R. Sandyk, et al., Age-related Disruption of Circadian Rhythms: Possible
Relationship to Memory Impairment and Implications for Therapy with Magnetic
Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 59(4), August 1991, p. 259-262.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's
Disease)
A study of three patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis were treated
with a pulsed magnetic field administered by a Magnobiopulse apparatus.
Given
three times a week for approximately 75 sessions to achieve maximum
benefits, all three experienced beneficial effects.
A. Bellosi & R. Berget, Pulsed Magnetic Fields: A Glimmer of Hope
for Patients Suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Second World
Congress for
Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997,
Bologna, Italy.
Ankle Sprain
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
treatment with two 30-minute sessions of noninvasive pulsed radio frequency
therapy is
effective in significantly decreasing the time required for edema reduction
in patients suffering from lateral ankle sprains.
A.A. Pilla & L. Kloth, Effect of Pulsed Radio Frequency Therapy
on Edema in Ankle Sprains: A Multisite Double-Blind Clinical Study, Second
World Congress
for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997,
Bologna, Italy, p. 300.
Arthritis
Three hours of exposure to a 50-Hz magnetic field in this study revealed
that experimentally induced inflammation and suppressed arthritis in rats
was
significantly inhibited as a result.
Y. Mizushima, et al., Effects of Magnetic Field on Inflammation, Experientia,
31(12), December 15, 1975, p.1411-1412.
Another double-blind, placebo-controlled research study on the effects
of pulsed electrical fields administered over a 4 week period revealed
significant
improvement in patients receiving the therapy relative to the controls.
J.C. Reynolds, The Use of Implantable Direct Current Stimulation in
Bone Grafted Foot and Ankle Arthrodeses: A Retrospective Review, Second
World
Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13
June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
In this general review article on the treatment of patients with psoriatic
arthritis with magnetic fields, the authors state that an alternating low-frequency
magnetic field (30-40 mT) from such generators as Polius-1 and
Polius-101 improves the clinical state of afflicted joints. Such treatments
are normally
carried out for 30 minutes per day over a period of 15 to 20 days.
V.D. Grigor'eva, et al., Therapeutic Use of Physical Factors in Complex
Therapy of Patients with Psoriatic Arthritis, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech
Fiz Kult, (6),
1995, p. 48-51
This research studied the effects of magnetolaser therapy alone or combined
with conventional drugs in rheumatoid arthritis patients. This treatment
utilized
a AMLT-01 device for magnetolaser therapy and consisted of 14 days
with 6 minute exposures daily. An obvious improvement was seen after 3
days of
treatment, with greater improvement by patients suffering from mild
to moderate levels of the disease. End results computed into a 90 percent
patient
improvement rate.
9B.Y. Drozdovski, et al., Use of Magnetolaser Therapy with an AMLT-01
Apparatus in Complex Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fiz Med, 4(1-2),
1994, p. 101-102
This study on 7 to 14 year old juveniles suffering from rheumatoid arthritis
examined effects of low-frequency magnetic fields from a Polius-1 device.
Ten
daily treatment exposures of 10 to 12 minutes each were conducted on
three experimental groups. The three groups showed 58, 76, 37 percent beneficial
effects from the treatment.
E.A. Shlyapok, et al., Use of Alternating Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields
in Combination with Radon Baths for Treatment of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis,
Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 4,1992, p. 13-17.
Low frequency and constant magnetic fields in patients suffering from
rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthrosis was the focus of this study. Patients
with
stages 1 & 2 rheumatoid arthritis as well as patients with osteoarthrosis
deformans, showed the beneficial effects from treatments. These low frequency,
constant magnetic fields were found especially beneficial to the knees,
ankles and wrists.
V.D. Grigor'eva, et al., Therapeutic Application of Low-Frequency and
Constant Magnetic Fields in Patients with Osteoarthritis Deformans and
Rheumatoid
Arthritis, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 4, 1980, p. 29-35.
Blepharitis (infection of the eyelid)
Study results indicated that using a magnetic ointment containing reduced
iron powder, with an alternating magnetic field had beneficial effects
with patients
suffering from chronic blepharitis.
V.A. Machekhin, et al., A New Method for Treating Chronic Blepharitis
Using Magnetic Compounds and an Alternating Magnetic Field, Vestn Oftalmol,
109(4), July-September 1993, p. 16-18.
Bone Fractures
A group of 83 adults with ununited fractures were examined for the effects
of bone grafting and pulsed electromagnetic fields for this study. Results
showed
a successful healing rate of 87 percent in the original 38 patients
treated with bone grafts and PEMF for ununited fractures with wide gaps,
malalignment,
and synovial pseudarthrosis. Of the 45 patients that were not successfully
treated with PEMF and had bone grafting, when re-treated with pulsing
electromagnetic fields, achieved a 93 percent success rate.
C.A. Bassett, et al., Treatment of Therapeutically Resistant Non-unions
with Bone Grafts and Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields, Journal of Bone Joint
Surg,
64(8), October 1982, p. 1214-1220.
Examining the effects of pulsing electromagnetic fields on 125 patients
suffering from ununited fractures of the tibial diaphysis, showed a healing
success
rate of 87%.
C.A. Bassett, et al., Treatment of Ununited Tibial Diaphyseal Fractures
with Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields, Journal of Bone Joint Surg, 63(4),
April 1981, p. 511-523.
Results of this study showed treatment with pulsed electromagnetic fields
resulted in an overall success rate of at least 75 percent in patients
suffering from
tibial lesions.
M.W. Meskens, et al., Treatment of Delayed Union and Nonunion of the
Tibia Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields. A Retrospective Follow-up, Bull Hosp
Jt Dis
Orthop Inst, 48(2), Fall 1988, p. 170-175.
This review article makes the following observations with respect to
the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields in treating ununited fractures,
failed
arthrodeses, and congenital pseudarthroses. The treatment has been
shown to be more than 90 percent effective in adult patients. In cases
where union
does not occur with PEMFs alone after approximately four months, PEMF
treatment coupled with fresh bone grafts ensures a maximum failure rate
of only 1
to 1.5 percent. For those with delayed union three to four months following
fracture, PEMFs appear to be more successful than in patients treated with
other
conservative methods. For more serious conditions, including infected
nonunions, multiple surgical failures, long-standing atrophic lesions,
failed knee
arthrodeses after removal of infected prostheses, and congenital pseudarthroses,
PEMF treatment has exhibited success in most patients.17
C.A. Bassett, The Development and Application of Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields (PEMFs) for Ununited Fractures and Arthrodeses, Clin Plast Surg,
12(2),
April 1985, p. 259-277.
Results of this study found that 35 of 44 nonunited scaphoid fractures
6 months or older healed in a mean time of 4.3 months during pulsed
electromagnetic field treatment using external coils and a thumb spica
cast.
G.K. Frykman, et al., Treatment of Nonunited Scaphoid Fractures Pulsed
Electromagnetic Field and Cast, Journal of Hand Surg, 11(3), May 1986,
p. 344-349.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
pulsed electromagnetic fields in femoral neck fracture patients undergoing
conventional
therapy. PEMF treatment was started within two weeks of fracture, and
patients were instructed to make use of the electromagnetic device for
8 hours per
day over a 90-day period. Results showed beneficial effects relative
to controls after 18 months of follow-up.
E. Betti, et al., Effect of Electromagnetic Field Stimulation on Fractures
of the Femoral Neck. A Prospective Randomized Double-Blind Study,; Second
World
Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13
June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
Results of this double-blind study showed significant healing effects
of low-frequency pulsing electromagnetic fields in patients treated with
femoral
intertrochanteric osteotomy for hip degenerative arthritis.
G. Borsalino, et al., Electrical Stimulation of Human Femoral Intertrochanteric
Osteotomies. Double-Blind Study, Clin Orthop, (237), December 1988, 256-263.
In this study, 147 patients with fractures of the tibia, femur, and
humerus who had failed to benefit from surgery-received treatment with
external skeletal
fixation in situ and pulsed electromagnetic fields. Results indicated
an overall success rate of 73 percent. Femur union was seen in 81 percent
and tibia
union in 75 percent.
M. Marcer, et al., Results of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs)
in Ununited Fractures after External Skeletal Fixation, Clin Orthop, (190),
November 1984, . 260-265
This study examined the effects of extremely low frequency electromagnetic
fields (1-1000 Hz, 4 gauss) on new bone fractures of female patients. Results
led the authors to suggest that EMF treatment accelerates the early
stages of fracture healing.
O. Wahlstrom, Stimulation of Fracture Healing with Electromagnetic Fields
of Extremely Low Frequency (EMF of ELF), Clin Orthop, (186), June 1984,
.
293-301.
This study examined the preventive effects of low-frequency pulsing
electromagnetic fields against delayed union in rat fibular osteotomies
and diaphyseal
tibia fractures in humans. Results indicated such treatment modulated
and accelerated fracture union in both groups.
A.W. Dunn & G.A. Rush, 3d, Electrical Stimulation in Treatment
of Delayed Union and Nonunion of Fractures and Osteotomies, Southern Medical
Journal, 77(12),December 1984, . 1530-1534.
This article discusses the cases of two children with bone malunion
following lengthening of congenitally shortened lower legs. Pulsed sinusoidal
magnetic
field treatment was beneficial for both patients.
F. Rajewski & W. Marciniak, Use of Magnetotherapy for Treatment
of Bone Malunion in Limb Lengthening. Preliminary Report, Chir Narzadow
Ruchu
Ortop Pol, 57(1-3), 1992,. 247-249.
Results of this study showed that 13 of 15 cases of long bone nonunion
treated with pulsed electromagnetic fields in combination with Denham external
fixator united within several months.
R.B. Simonis, et al., The Treatment of Non-union Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields Combined with a Denham External Fixator, Injury, 15(4), January
1984, . 255-260.
Results of this study found electromagnetic field stimulation to be
an effective treatment for nonunion among a group of 37 French
L. Sedel, et al., Acceleration of Repair of Non-unions electromagnetic
Fields, Rev Chir Orthop Reparatrice Appar Mot, 67(1), 1981, . 11-23.
Results of this study found treatment induced pulsing to be beneficial
in patients suffering from nonunions unresponsive to surgery.
J.C. Mulier & F. Spaas, Out-patient Treatment of Surgically
Resistant Non-unions Induced Pulsing Current - Clinical Results, Arch Orthop
Trauma
Surg, 97(4), 1980,.293-297.
In this interview with Dr. C. Andrew L. Bassett, a physician researching
the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields for the past 30 years at Columbia
University's Orthopedic Research Lab, Dr. Bassett notes that approximately
10,000 of the 12,000-plus orthopedic surgeons in the U.S. have used pulsed
electromagnetic fields on at least one patient. Many such surgeons
have incorporated the therapy on a more regular basis. He estimates that
a total of at
least 65,000 patients nationwide have received the treatment, with
a probable success rate of between 80 and 90 percent. Use of the treatment
has been
primarily in patients suffering from nonunited fractures, fusion failures,
and pseudoarthrosis.
C.A. Bassett, Conversations with C. Andrew L. Bassett, M.D. Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields. A Noninvasive Therapeutic Modality for Fracture Nonunion
(Interview), Orthop. Review, 15(12)1986 781-795.
Results of this study showed pulsed electromagnetic fields to have beneficial
healing effects in patients suffering from difficult to treat and surgically
resistant bone nonunions.
This review article notes that the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields
began in 1974, and that 250,000 nonunion patients have received the treatment
since.
The author argues that success rates are comparable to those of bone
grafting, and that PEMF treatment is more cost-effective and free of side
effects. The
FDA approved PEMF use in 1982, although it remains widely unused due
to physician misunderstanding and lack of knowledge concerning the treatment.
A. Bassett, Therapeutic Uses of Electric and Magnetic Fields in Orthopedics,&
quot; in D.O. Carpenter & S. Ayrapetyan, (eds.), Biological Effects
of
Electric and Magnetic Fields. Volume II: beneficial and Harmful Effects,
San Diego: Academic Press, 1994, . 13-48.
This 7-year study examined data on more than 11,000 cases of nonunions
treated with pulsed electromagnetic fields for up to 10 to 12 hours per
day.
Results indicated an overall success rate of 75 percent.
A.A. Goldberg, Computer Analysis of Data on More than 11,000 Cases of
Ununited Fracture Submitted for Treatment with Pulsing Electromagnetic
Fields,
Bioelectrical Repair and Growth Society, Second Annual Meeting, 20-22
September 1982, Oxford, UK, . 61.
This study examined the effects of low-frequency electromagnetic fields
(1-1000 Hz) on middle-aged female patients suffering from fresh radius
fractures.
Results showed significant increases in scintimetric activity surrounding
the fracture area after two weeks of EMF treatment relative to controls.
O. Wahlstrom, Electromagnetic Fields Used in the Treatment of Fresh
Fractures of the Radius, Bioelectrical Repair and Growth Society, Second
Annual
Meeting, 20-22 September 1982, Oxford, UK, . 26.
This study examined the effects of constant magnetic fields in patients
suffering from fractures. Results showed that magnetic exposure reduced
pain and
the onset of edema shortly after trauma. Where edema was already present,
the treatment exhibited marked anti-inflammatory effects. The strongest
beneficial effects occurred in patients suffering from fractures of
the ankle joints.
G.B. Gromak & G.A. Lacis, Evaluations of the Efficacy of Using
a Constant Magnetic Field in Treatment of Patients with Traumas, in I.
Detlav, (ed.),
Electromagnetic Therapy of Injuries and Diseases of the Support-Motor
Apparatus. International Collection of Papers, Riga, Latvia: Riga Medical
Institute,
1987, . 88-95.
Results of this study found that 10 hours per day of electromagnetic
stimulation (1.0-1.5 mV) produced complete union in 23 of 26 patients receiving
the
treatment for non-joined fractures.
A.F. Lynch & P. MacAuley, Treatment of Bone Non-Union Electromagnetic
Therapy, Ir Journal of Med Sci, 154(4), 1985, . 153-155.
This review article looks at the history of pulsed electromagnetic fields
as a means of bone repair. The author argues that success rates have been
either
superior or equivalent to those of surgery, with PEMF free of side
effects and risk.
C.A.L. Bassett, Historical Overview of PEM-Assisted Bone and Tissue
Healing,. Bioelectromagnetics Society, 10th Annual Meeting,19-24 June 1988,
Stamford, CT, .
Bronchitis
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
both low-frequency electromagnetic field treatment and treatment with pulsed
electromagnetic fields proved effective in patients suffering from
chronic bronchitis when coupled with standard drug therapies. Magnetic
field treatment
consisted of a total of 15 15-20-minute daily exposures.
V.M. Iurlov, et al., The Efficacy of the Use of Low-Frequency Electromagnetic
Fields in Chronic Bronchitis, Voen Med Zh, 3, 1989, . 35-36.
Cancer
Results of this study found that prolonged exposure to a 7-tesla uniform
static magnetic field for a period of 64 hours inhibited growth of three
human tumor
cell lines in vitro.
R.R. Raylman, et al., Exposure to Strong Static Magnetic Field Slows
the Growth of Human Cancer Cells in Vitro, Bioelectromagnetics, 17(5),
1996, . 358-363.
This study examined the effects of a rotational magnetic field on a
group of 51 breast cancer patients. Results showed a significant positive
response in 27
of them.
N.G. Bakhmutskii, et al., The Assessment of the Efficacy of the Effect
of a Rotational Magnetic Field on the Course of the Tumor Process in Patients
with
Generalized Breast Cancer, Sov Med, (7), 1991, . 25-27.
Results of this study indicated that exposure to a rotational magnetic
field inhibited Walker's carcinoma tumor growth as much as 90 percent in
some cases.
N.G. Bakhmutskii, et al., The Growth Dynamics of Walker Carcinosarcoma
During Exposure to a Magnetic Eddy Field, Vopr Onkol, 37(6), 1991, . 705-708.
Results of this study indicated that pulsed magnetic field stimulation
increased the incorporation of antitumor agents into cells, and thus increased
antitumor activity shifting the cell cycle to a proliferative from
a nonproliferative phase.
Y. Omote, An Experimental Attempt to Potentiate Therapeutic Effects
of Combined Use of Pulsing Magnetic Fields and Antitumor Agents, Nippon
Geka
Gakkai Zasshi, 89(8), August 1988, .. 1155-1166.
Results of this study found that 20-30 sessions of magnetotherapy administered
preoperatively exhibited antitumor effects in patients suffering from lung
cancer.
L.S. Ogorodnikova, et al., Morphological Criteria of Lung Cancer Regression
Under the Effect of Magnetotherapy, Vopr Onkol, 26(1), 1980, . 28-34.
This study examined the effects of microwave resonance therapy (MRT)
in patients suffering from various forms of cancer. Results showed that
MRT
treatment prior to surgery reduced the spread of cancer-associated
conditions and reduced the risk associated with surgery in 87 percent of
patients. MRT
applied postoperatively had beneficial effects in 68 percent.
D.V. Miasoedov, et al., Experience with the Use of Microwave Resonance
Therapy as a Modifying Factor in Oncological Therapy, Abstracts of the
First
All-Union Symposium with International Participation, May 10-13, 1989,
Kiev, Ukraine, .. 313-315.
Results of this study proved that the combination of weak pulsed electromagnetic
fields with antioxidant supplementation is beneficial in the treatment
of
patients suffering from tongue cancer, improving speech, pain control,
and tolerance to chemotherapy.
U. Randoll & R.M. Pangan, The Role of Complex Biophysical-Chemical
Therapies for Cancer, Bioelectrochem Bioenerg, 27(3), 1992, . 341-346.
Results of this controlled study indicated that treatment with a constant
magnetic field significantly improved long-term (3-year) survival time
in patients
undergoing radiation therapy for cancer of the throat. Constant magnetic
field therapy consisted of the application of 300 mT for 30 minutes to
tumor and
metastasizing regions immediately prior to each irradiation.
V.G. Andreev, et al., Radiomodifying Effect of a Constant Magnetic Field
in Radiation Therapy of Patients with Cancer of the Throat, Fizicheskaia
Meditzina,
4(1-2), 1994,. 92.
Results of this Russian study indicated that the use of whole body eddy
magnetic fields, coupled with more conventional cancer therapies (including
magnetotherapy) is effective in the treatment of patients suffering
from a variety of different malignancies.
V. Smirnova, Anti-Tumorigenic Action of an Eddy Magnetic Field, Vrach,
2, 1994, . 25-26
This article reports on the case of a 48-year-old-woman with breast
cancer who was treated successfully with magnetotherapy. Infiltration showed
a marked
decrease following 30 whole body exposures to an eddy magnetic field
for 60 minutes. One metastatic node disappeared while the size of others
was
reduced following 60 such exposures. A total regression of tumor and
metastases was seen following the completion of a course of 110 exposures.
N.G. Bakhmutskii, et al., A Case of Successful Treatment of a Patient
with Breast Cancer Using a Rotating Electromagnetic Field, Soviet Medicine,
8, 1991, 86-87.
This study examined the effects of whole body magnetic fields (16.5-35
G, 50-165 Hz) on patients suffering from different forms of cancer. Treatment
consisted of 15 cycles, each 1-20 minutes in duration, and was coupled
with more traditional cancer therapies. Results showed that the magnetotherapy
had overall beneficial effects, particularly with respect to improved
immune status and postoperative recovery.
V.A. Lubennikov, et al., First Experience in Using a Whole-Body Magnetic
Field Exposure in Treating Cancer Patients, Vopr Onkol, 41(2), 1995, .
140-141.
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
This study examined the effects of alternating magnetic fields (15-20
minutes per day over a period of 20 days) in patients suffering from chronic
venous
insufficiency, varicose veins, and trophic shin ulcers. Results showed
good effects in 236 of the 271 patients receiving the treatment. Thirty-four
patients
reported satisfactory effects. Only one patient experienced no effects.
E.I. Pasynkov, et al., Therapeutic Use of Alternating Magnetic Field
in the Treatment of Patients with Chronic Diseases of the Veins of the
Lower Limbs,
Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 5, 1976, . 16-19.
This review article notes that magnetotherapy in a variety of forms
has been successfully used in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency
and is a
commonly used physical therapy for the condition.
A.P. Dovganiuk, Balneologic and Physical Therapy of Chronic Venous Insufficiency
of Extremities, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 2, 1995, . 48-49.
This study examined the effects of running impulse magnetic fields in
patients suffering from vessel obliteration diseases of the legs. Treatment
consisted
of 15-20 whole body exposures (0.5-5 mT, 1-2 Hz) lasting 15-20 minutes
each. Results showed treatment led to a significant reduction in the number
of
patients experiencing leg pain while at rest. Among patients previously
unable to walk a 500-m distance, 52 percent were able to complete the distance
following treatment. Circulation improved in 75-82 percent of patients.
Y.B. Kirillov, et al., Magnetotherapy for Obliterative Disease of the
Vessels of the Legs, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 3, 1992, ..
14-17.
Dental Problems
This placebo-controlled study examined the effects of micromagnets in
the treatment of periodontal disease. Micromagnets were attached to the
skin over
areas of inflammation for a period ranging from 1 to 8 days, with the
number of magnets used at once varying from 1 to 6. The course of treatment
lasted as
long as 4 weeks. Results indicated that patients receiving the micromagnet
therapy experienced earlier and more trouble-free recoveries following
oral
surgery, as well as less pain relative to controls.
V.E. Kriokshina, et al., Use of Micromagnets in Stomatology, Magnitologiia,
(1), 1991, . 17-20.
This controlled study examined the effects of adjunctive Diapulse electromagnetic
therapy on oral surgery recovery. Patients received the therapy once per
day beginning between 3 to 5 days prior to oral surgery. Therapy was
maintained until the point of hospital release. Results found the therapy
produced
significant healing relative to controls, which received conventional
treatment only.
L.C. Rhodes, The Adjunctive Utilization of Diapulse Therapy Pulsed High
Peak Power Electromagnetic Energy) in Accelerating Tissue Healing in Oral
Surgery, Q National Dental Association, 40(1), 1981, . 4-11
This study found that patients suffering from various oral diseases
experienced more rapid healing when treated with both conventional therapies
and 30
minutes per day of pulsed electromagnetic fields (5 mT, 30 Hz), as
opposed to conventional therapies alone.
V. Hillier-Kolarov & N. Pekaric-Nadj, PEMF Therapy as an Additional
Therapy for Oral deseases, European Bioelectromagnetics Association, 1st
Congress,
23-25 January 1992, Brussels, Belgium.
Depression
This review article examined the literature concerning the use of transcranial
magnetic stimulation in the treatment of depression. Results showed the
high-frequency, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment
to be an effective, side-effect free therapy for depression that may hold
promise for
treating related psychiatric disorders as well.
M.T. Kirkcaldie, et al., Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation as Therapy
for Depression and Other Disorders," Aust N Z J Psychiatry, 31(2), April
1997, . 264-272.
Noting that there is good reason to believe the pineal gland is a magnetosensitive
system and that application of magnetic fields in experimental animals
has a similar effect to that of acute exposure to light with respect
to melatonin secretion, the authors propose that magnetic treatment could
be a beneficial
new therapy for winter depression in humans.
R. Sandyk, et al., Magnetic Felds and Seasonality of Affective Illness:
Implications for Therapy, International Journal of Neurosci, 58(3-4), June
1991, . 261-267.
This review article notes that transcranial magnetic stimulation has
been shown to elicit antidepressant effects, electically stimulating deep
regions of the brain.
C. Haag, et al., Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. A Diagnostic Means
from Neurology as Therapy in Psychiatry? Nervenarzt, 68(3), March 1997,
. 274-278.
In this theoretical paper, the author argues that deep, low-rate transcranial
magnetic stimulation can produce therapeutic effects equivalent to those
of
electroconvulsive therapy but without the dangerous side effects.
T. Zyss, Will Electroconvulsive Therapy Induce Seizures: Magnetic Brain
Stimulation as Hypothesis of a New Psychiatric Therapy, Psychiatr Pol,
26(6),
November-December 1992, 531-541.
This study examined the effects of millimeter wave (MW) therapy as a
supplemental treatment in patients suffering from various types of depression.
MW
therapy involved the use of a Yav'-1 apparatus (5.6 mm wavelength,
53 GHz), and consisted of up to 60 minutes of exposure per day, 2 to 3
times per week,
for a total of as many as 15 exposures. Results showed that combined
MW/conventional treatment produced a complete recovery in over 50 percent
of
cases studied, a significant improvement in 41 percent, and some improvement
in 8 percent. Recovery rates among controls (conventional treatment only)
were 4, 48, and 41 percent, respectively.
G.V. Morozov, et al., Treatment of Neurotic Depression with a Help of
Extremely High Frequency Electromagnetic Radiation, Zh Nevropatol Psikhiatr
Im S S
Korsakova, 96(6),1996, . 28-31.
Results of this study led researchers to conclude that patients suffering
from major depression experienced a significant reduction of depressive
symptoms
following treatment with transcranial magnetic stimulation coupled
with standard medication relative to patients taking the medicine. This
was true after just
three TMS treatments.
Conca, et al., Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: A Novel Antidepressive
Strategy? Neuropsychobiology, 34(4),1996, . 204-207.
Dermatitis
This study examined the effects of conventional treatments combined
with millimeter wave (MW) therapy (54- to 70-GHz frequency, 8-15 daily
exposures of
15-30 minutes each) on patients suffering from atopic dermatitis. Results
indicated that the MW therapy was well-tolerated all patients, with the
rash
generally regressing after 7-8 exposures. Marked recovery was seen
among 78 percent of patients receiving the combination treatments. Two-year
follow-up
showed a 23-percent relapse rate among combination patients, compared
to 54 percent among ontrols.
V.P. Adaskevich, Effectiveness of the Use of Millimeter-Range Electromagnetic
Radiation in Complex Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis Patients,Millimetrovie
Volni v Biologii I Meditcine, (3), 1994, . 78-81
Diabetes
In this study, 320 diabetics received impulsed magnetic field treatment
while 100 diabetics (controls) received conservative therapy alone. Results
showed
beneficial effects with respect to vascular complications in 74 percent
of the patients receiving magnetotherapy combined with conservative methods,
compared to a 28-percent effectiveness rate among controls.
I.B. Kirillovm, et al., Magentotherapy in the Comprehensive Treatment
of Vascular Complications of Diabetes Mellitus, Klin Med, 74(5), 1996,
. 39-41.
This study involving 72 diabetics with purulent wounds found that magnetic
fields aided healing significantly.
R.A. Kuliev & R.F. Babaev, A Magnetic Field in the Combined Treatment
of Suppurative Wounds in Diabetes Mellitus, Vestn Khir Im I I Grek, 148(1),
January 1992, . 33-36.
Diseases of the Larynx
Results of this study found that alternative magnetic field of sound
frequency proved to be an effective treatment in patients suffering from
acute inflammatory
diseases of the larynx.
D.I. Tarasov, et al., Effectiveness of Local Magnetic Field of the Acoustic
Frequency in the Treatment of Patients with Acute Inflammatory Diseases
of the
Larynx,Vestn Otorinolaringol, (6), November-December 1995, . 11-15.
Duchenne-Erb Disease
This study examined the effects of electromagnetic fields in the treatment
of 5-year-old children suffering from Duchenne-Erb disease. Children were
exposed to either UHF or DMW therapy for 8-12 minutes per day on alternating
days over a period of approximately 10 days. Following the electromagnetic
fields course, children received mud applications on the collar area
and injured extremity. Results showed that treatment decreased contractures
in
shoulder and elbow joints, increased mobility and muscle strength,
and improved general function of the arm.
A.D. Burigina, et al., Electromagnetic Waves in Complex Therapy of Children
with Birth Trauma: Effects of Ultra-High-Frequency Electric Fields on Central
Hemodynamics and the Shoulder Plexus, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz
Kult, (4),1992, 35-38.
Endometriosis
This study found that a combined treatment consisting of magnetic-infrared-laser
therapy (10-15 min/day ever other day over a period of 10-14 exposures,
then repeated in 2-3 months) and conventional drug therapy proved highly
effective in women suffering from endometriosis.
M. Damirov, et al., Magnetic-Infared-Laser Therapeutic Apparatus (MILTA)
in Treatment of Patients with Endometriosis, Vrach, 12, 1994, . 17-19.
Endometritis
Results of this study found that the administration of constant magnetic
field in combination with other treatment modalities led to significant
beneficial
effects in patients suffering from acute endometritis following abortion.
V.M. Strugatskii, et al., A Permanent Magnetic Field in the Combined
Treatment of Acute Endometritis After an Artificial Abortion, Vopr Kurortol
Fizioter Lech
Fiz Kult, (6), November-December 1996, . 21-24.
Epilepsy
This article reports on the cases of three patients with partial seizures
who received treatment with external artificial magnetic fields of low
intensity. Such
treatment led to a significant attenuation of seizure frequency over
a 10-14-month period.
P.A. Anninos, et al., Magnetic Stimulation in the Treatment of Partial
Seizures, International Journal of Neurosci, 60(3-4), October 1991, . 141-171.
Experimental results indicated that the administration of modulated
electromagnetic fields of 2-30 Hz suppressed epilepsy in rats.
G.D. Antimonii & R.A. Salamov, Action of a Modulated Electromagnetic
Field on Experimentally Induced Epileptiform Brain Activity in Rats, Biull
Eksp Biol
Med, 89(2), February 1980, .
This review article cites one study in particular in which results showed
that pretreatment with 30 minutes of exposure to a 75-mT pole strength,
DC-powered magnetic field significantly prevented experimentally induced
seizures in mice.
M.J. McLean, et al., Therapeutic Efficacy of a Static Magnetic Device
in Three Animal Seizure Models: Summary of Experience, Second World Congress
for
Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997,
Bologna, Italy.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
2-hour exposure to weak magnetic fields (0.2-0.7 G, irregularly oscillating
0.026-0.067
Hz) produced 3 pairs of orthogonal Helmholtz coils on pain perception
in healthy subjects. Results showed that magnetic treatment significantly
reduced the
perception of pain.
F. Sartucci, et al., Human Exposure to Oscillating Magnetic Fields Produces
Changes in Pain Perception and Pain-Related Somatosensory Evoked
Potentials, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in
Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This article reports on the case of a severe epileptic who experienced
a significant lessening of behavior disturbances and seizure frequency
following
treatment with low-frequency, external artificial magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk & P.A. Anninos, Magnetic Fields Alter the Circadian Periodicity
of Seizures, International Journal of Neurosci, 63(3-4), April 1992, .
265-274.
Low-frequency, external artificial magnetic field treatment was shown
to significantly reduce seizures in four adult epileptic cases.
R. Sandyk & P.A. Anninos, Attenuation of Epilepsy with Application
of External Magnetic Fields: A Case Report, International Journal of Neurosci,
66(1-2),
September 1992, . 75-85.
General
Results of this study indicated that the optimal frequency of pulsed
magnetic fields ranges between 10.0 and 25.0 Hz in the treatment of chronic
inflammatory conditions of the locomotor apparatus, ischemia of the
blood vessels of the lower extremities, dyspeptic syndrome, lactation mastitis,
and other diseases. Treatment proved best when the therapeutic cycle
was repeated after a 2-3 month period.
L. Navratil, et al., Possible Therapeutic Applications of Pulsed Magnetic
Fields, Cas Lek Cesk, 132(19), October 11, 1993, . 590-594.
This article reviews the use of magnetotherapy in Czechoslovakia. Noting
that this modality has been used for more than a decade, the author states
that
magnetotherapy has been shown to be effective in treating rheumatic
diseases, sinusitis, enuresis, and ischemic disorders of the lower extremities.
Positive findings have also been shown with respect to multiple sclerosis
and degenerative diseases of the retina.
J. Jerabek, Pulsed Magnetotherapy in Czechoslovakia--A Review, Rev Environ
Health, 10(2), April-June 1994, . 127-134.
This review article notes that pulse-type electromagnetic fields (PEMF)
are the most frequently used type of electromagnetic therapy. Another form
is pulsed
radio frequency; PRF therapy generally includes daily sessions of 30-minute
exposure and is primarily used in cases of pain and edema, with results
being
apparent quickly when the therapy is effective. PEMF treatment is most
successful when used in bone healing, with results occurring over a longer
period of
time.
A.A. Pilla, State of the Art in Electromagnetic Therapeutics: Soft Tissue
Applications, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology
and
Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This study examined the effects of electromagnetic fields administered
over a period of 10 days on 354 patients suffering from various orthopedic
conditions. Results showed the effects to be positive, with the greatest
benefit experienced among patients with acute lesions.
G. Annaratone, et al., Magnetotherapy in Clinical and Ambulatory Practice,
Minerva Med, 74(14-15), April 7, 1983, . 823-833.
Noting that beneficial effects of low-energy, time-varying magnetic
fields have been shown since the early 1970s, this review article cites
studies pointing to
its success in the treatment of a wide range of conditions. The best
results for this modality obtained in the area of bone healing.
C.A. Bassett, Fundamental and Practical Aspects of Therapeutic Uses
of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs), Crit Rev Biomed Eng, 17(5),
1989, .451-529.
This review article claims that over a quarter of a million patients
worldwide with chronically ununited fractures have experienced beneficial
results from
treatment with pulsed electromagnetic fields. In addition, the author
cites studies pointing to the treatment's efficacy with respect to other
conditions such as
nerve regeneration; wound healing, graft behavior, diabetes, heart
attack, and stroke.
C.A. Bassett, Beneficial Effects of Electromagnetic Fields, Journal
of Cell Biochem, 51(4), April 1993, p. 387-393.
This review article notes that low-intensity millimeter waves have been
used for treating a wide variety of medical conditions in the former Soviet
Union since
1977, with more than a million patients treated and more than a thousand
treatment centers in existence. This therapy has been approved for widespread
use the Russian Ministry of Health, and over 300 scientific publications
have described its effects. A typical course of treatment involves 10-15
daily
exposures ranging from 15 to 60 minutes each.
A.G. Pakhomov, Millimeter Wave Medicine in Russia: A Review of Literature,
Infrared Lasers and Millimeter Waves Workshop: The Links Between
Microwaves and Laser Optics, January 21-22, 1997, Brooks Air Force
Base, Texas.
This study concluded that the use of millimeter wave (MW) therapy was
effective in the treatment of both children and adults suffering from a
variety of
orthopedic diseases, including osteochondrosis, arthrosis, infantile
cerebral paralysis, Perthes' disease, and inborn femur dislocation. MW
therapy made
use of the G4-142 apparatus (55-65 GHz). Exposure was for 15-30 minutes
in children or 30-60 minutes in adults over a period of 10-12 total exposures.
S.D. Schvchenko, et al., Experience with Treating Some Orthopedic Diseases
with Millimeter Range Radiation of Nonthermal Intensity, Millimeter Waves
in
Medicine and Biology. Digest of Papers of the 11th Russian Symposium
with International Participation, April 21-24, 1997, Zvenigorod, Moscow
Region, Russia, p. 33-35. 139. A.M.
This research examined the effects of low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic
fields on patients suffering from a wide range of disorders, including
musculoskeletal disorders, neurological disorders, circulatory diseases,
traumatic disorders, gastroenterological problems, and stress-related
morbidity. Treatment made use of the Rhumart apparatus, which produced
waveforms with peak amplitudes up to 30 G. Results, based on the patients'
own subjective ratings, indicated the treatment to be beneficial across
most conditions, with the strongest effects seen in those suffering from
musculoskeletal and traumatic disorders.
Begue-Simon & R.A. Drolet, Clinical Assessment of the Rhumart System
based on the Use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields with Low Frequency,
International Journal of Rehabil Research, 16(4), 1993, p. 323-327.
This review article summarizes findings presented at the Third Workshop
on the use of low-intensity millimeter waves in medicine, held in Zvenigorod,
Moscow Region, Russia. Such findings pointed to the efficacy of MW
therapy with respect to alcoholism and its associated symptoms, gastric
and duodenal
ulcers, psoriasis, chronic furunculosis, and cardiovascular diseases.
Y.L. Arzumanov, An Overview of the Third Workshop Use of Millimeter
Waves in Medicine, Millimetrovie Volni v Biologii i Meditcine, (3), 1994,
p. 104-107.
This study examined the effects of magnetotherapy on patients suffering
from a variety of eye and brain vascular disorders. Treatment made use
of the
Polius-1 apparatus (50 Hz), with most patients receiving a course of
15-20 daily exposures. Results showed overall general improvements in 95
percent of
patients with eye diseases.
N. Gilinskaya & L.V. Zobina, Magnetic Field Application for the
Treatment of Vascular Diseases of the Brain and Eyes, in Y.A. Kholodov
& N.N. Lebedeva
(eds.), Problems of Electromagnetic Neurobiology, Moscow, Nauka, 1988,
p. 94-98.
This review article notes that low-frequency electromagnetic therapy
has been used for a variety of purposes. Those specifically identified
the author include
cell growth promotion, pain reduction, improved blood circulation,
bone repair, increased wound healing, sedative effects, enhanced sleep,
and arthritic relief.
R.A. Drolet, Rhumart Therapy: A Non-invasive Cell Regeneration Ion and
Anti-Inflammatory Therapy Using LF-EM Fields, Bioelectromagnetics Society,
4th
Annual Meeting, 28 June-2 July 1982, Los Angeles, CA, p. 45.
This review article notes that treatment with an Infita apparatus, used
to deliver low-frequency magnetic fields, has been shown to improve general
hemodynamics and microcirculation in addition to exhibiting anti-inflammatory,
sedative, and analgesic effects in Olympic-level Russian athletes.
A. Zaslavskii, et al., A Low-frequency Impulse Apparatus for Physical
Therapy Infita, Med Tehk, 5, 1994, p. 39-41.
This review article cites studies pointing to the efficacy of low-frequency
magnetic fields in the treatment of a wide variety of conditions, including
burns,
arthritis, fractures, arterial aneurysms, PMS, phantom pain, tuberculosis,
ischemic heart disease, hypertension, bronchial asthma, and ulcerated
varicose veins, among others.
V.M. Bogoliubov & L.A. Skurikhina, Therapeutic Application of Constant
and Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult,
(2),
1979, p. 65-72.
This study examined the effects of extremely-low-frequency magnetic
fields (TAMMAT device) in the treatment of a group of 650 patients suffering
from a host
of various diseases. Treatment consisted 15-25 minute daily exposures
5 days per week over a total of 20-25 days. Most patients experienced
improvements after 2-3 exposures. Marked improvements were seen with
respect to analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and immune-enhancing
effects.
V.I. Kovalchuk, et al., Use of Extremely-Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields
in Clinical Practice, Fizicheskaia Meditzina, 4(1-2),1994, p. 87
This article reports on the efficacy of a Russian electromagnetic stimulation
apparatus termed - Cascade. The authors state that data from 508 patients
suffering from various ailments who were treated with the device indicate
it to be anywhere from 75 to 100 percent effective. Examples of conditions
in which
the device was used include stubborn fractures, post-traumatic contractures,
crush syndrome, and Perthes' disease.
S.A. Schastnyi, et al., A Contact-Free, Biologically Adequate Electromagnetic
Stimulation of Repair Regeneration of Osseous, Cartilaginous, and Muscular
Tissues in Children, Vestn Ross Akad Med Nauk, (3), 1994, p. 38-42.
This review article on the use of pulsed magnetotherapy in Czechoslovakia
points to its efficacy across a variety of conditions, including joint
problems,
enuresis, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
J. Jerabek, Pulsed Magnetotherapy in Czechoslovakia: A Review, First
World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine,
14-19 June 1992, Lake Buena Vista, FL, p. 81.
Glaucoma
In this study, patients with primary open-angle glaucoma with compensated
intraocular pressure were administered magnetotherapy using an ATOS device
with 33-mT magnetic field induction. The procedure was administered
to a patient in a sitting posture with a magnetic inductor held before
the eye. Sessions
lasted 10 minutes and each course included 10 sessions. Following 4-5
months of therapy, results showed improved vision acuity 0.16 diopters,
on an
average of 29 out of 30 eyes with vision acuity below 1.0.
Bisvas, et al., Possibilities of Magnetotherapy in Stabilization of
Visual Function in Patients with Glaucoma, Vestn Oftalmol, 112(1), Jauary-March
1996, p. 6-8.
Hair Loss
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
pulsed electromagnetic fields on hair loss in men suffering from male pattern
baldness.
PEMF exposures were administered to the head for 12 minutes and were
given weekly or twice weekly over a period of 36 weeks. Results found the
PEMF
treatment both prevented hair loss and promoted regrowth without side
effects.
W.S. Maddin, et al., The Biological Effects of a Pulsed Electrostatic
with Specific Reference to Hair: Electrotrichogenesis, International Journal
of
Dermatology, 29(6), 1990, p. 446-450.
Headache
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study demonstrated
that the administration of a pulsed magnetic field for less than one hour
to headache
patients produced significant beneficial effects, as shown subjective
patient reports, as well as EEG activity.
O. Grunner, et al., Cerebral Use of a Pulsating Magnetic Field in Neuropsychiatry
Patients with Long-term Headache, EEG EMG Z Elektroenzephalogr
Verwandte Geb, 16(4), December 1985, p. 227-230
This article reports on the case of an acute migraine patient who was
successfully treated with external magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, The Influence of the Pineal Gland on Migraine and Cluster
Headaches and Effects of Treatment with picoTesla Magnetic Fields, International
Journal of Neurosci, 67(1-4), November-December 1992, p. 145-171.
This article examined the effects of millimeter wave therapy in the
treatment of 107 patients suffering from headaches of varying causes. Treatment
consisted of the Nao-Hu, Bai-Huei, and Hua-Chai acupuncture points
being exposed to 5.6- and 4.9-mm wavelengths via the use of Yav'-1-5.6
or
Electronka-KVCh devices, respectively. Exposure lasted up to 60 minutes
per day over a course of 10 days. All patients experienced positive results
following 3-5 exposures. After one year, 48 percent of patients remained
free of headaches, with a significant decrease in another 41 percent.
B.M. Popov & T.A. Al'shanskaya, Use of Traditional and Non-traditional
Methods in the Treatment of Headache, Millimeter Waves in Medicine and
Biology.
Digest of Papers of the 11th Russian Symposium with International Participation,
April 21-24, 1997, Zvenigorod, Moscow Region, Russia, p. 68-71.
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (20
minutes per day for 15 days) in the treatment of patients suffering from
chronic
headaches. Results indicated the treatment to be most effective in
patients suffering from tension headaches, with 88 percent of such patients
reporting
positive results. Beneficial results were also experienced patients
suffering from migraines (60 percent), cervical migraines (68 percent),
and psychogenic
headaches (60 percent).
A. Prusinski, et al., Pulsating Electromagnetic Field in the Therapy
of Headache, Hungarian Symposium on Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium,
May 16-17, 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, p. 163-166.
In this study, 90 headache patients were treated with pulsating electromagnetic
fields via large coils to the body for 20 minutes per day for a total of
15 days.
Results found the treatment to be either excellent or good for those
patients suffering from migraine, tension, and/or cervical headaches. Patients
experiencing post-traumatic or cluster headaches did not experience such
benefits.
A. Prusinksi, et al., Pulsating Electromagnetic Field in the Therapy
of Headache, Journal of Bioelectr., 7(1),1988, p. 127-128.
Results of this study indicated that pulsating electromagnetic fields
(12 Hz and 5 mT) were an effective prophylactic treatment for patients
suffering from
cervical and migraine headaches.
J. Giczi & A. Guseo, Treatment of Headache Pulsating Electromagnetic
Field a Preliminary Report, Hungarian Symposium on Magnetotherapy, 2nd
Symposium, May 16-17, 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, p. 74-76.
This placebo-controlled, double-blind study examined the effects of
pulsed electromagnetic fields (2-5 Hz and flux densities of 3-4 mT) on
patients suffering
from migraine headaches. PEMFs were administered to the head for 10-15
minutes per day over a period of 30 days. Results showed a mean improvement
level of 66 percent in patients receiving the treatment, compared to
just 23 percent among controls.
L. Lazar & A. Farago, Experiences of Patients Suffering from Migraine-Type
Headache Treated with Magnetotherapy, Hungarian Symposium on
Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium, May 16-17, 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary,
p. 137-140.
Heart Disease
Results of this study found that the addition of magnetotherapy to the
treatment of patients suffering from ischemic heart disease and osteochondrosis
led
to clinical improvements.
I. Rodin, et al., Use of Low-Intensity Eddy Magnetic Field in the Treatment
of Patients with Skin Lymphomas, Voen Med Zh, 317(12), 1996, . 32-34.
Results of this study involving 23 parasystolic children found that
low-frequency magnetic field exposure improved humoral and cellular processes
involved
in the regulation of cardiac rhythm.
M.A. Dudchenko, et al., The Effect of Combined Treatment with the Use
of Magnetotherapy on the Systemic Hemodynamics of Patients with Ischemic
Heart
Disease and Spinal Osteochondrosis,
Lik Sprava, (5), May 1992, . 40-43.
The authors of this study report on their development of a polymagnetic
system called Avrora-MK-01 used to administer impulse magnetic fields to
diseases
of the leg vessels. Results indicated positive effects on peripheral
capillaries in 75-82 percent of patients receiving the treatment at a pre-gangrene
stage.
E.M. Vasil'eva, et al., The Effect of a Low-frequency Magnetic Field
on Erythrocyte Membrane Function and on the Prostanoid Level in the Blood
Plasma of
Children with Parasystolic Arrhythmia, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech
Fiz Kult, (2),
March-April 1994, . 18-20.
Results of this study showed exposure to low-frequency alternating magnetic
fields had beneficial effects in children with primary arterial hypertension,
as
seen in the attenuation of sympathetic and vagotonic symptoms.
Y.B. Kirillov, et al., Magnetotherapy in Obliterating Vascular Diseases
of the Lower Extremities, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (3), May-June
1992, .
14-17.
This study demonstrated that traveling pulsed magnetic field and magnetic
laser treatment produced beneficial effects in patients suffering from
the initial
stages of essential hypertension.
V.S. Zadionchenko, et al., Prognostic Criteria of the Efficacy of Magnetic
and Magnetic-laser Therapy in Patients with the Initial Stages of Hypertension,
Vopr
Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (1), January-February 1997, . 8-11.
In this article, the authors propose a new approach to treating atherosclerosis
through the alteration of biophysical properties both intracellularly and
extracellularly. Citing their own preliminary data, they suggest atherosclerotic
lesions might be selectively resolved without harming normal blood vessels
allowing the lesions to take up the magnetically excitable submicron
particles and then applying an external alternating electromagnetic field.
R.T. Gordon & D. Gordon, Selective Resolution of Plaques and Treatment
of Atherosclerosis Biophysical Alteration of Cellular and Intracellular
Properties, Medical Hypotheses, 7(2), February 1981, . 217-229.
This study examined the effects of constant MKM2-1 magnets on essential
hypertension patients. Results indicated the treatment decreased arterial
pressure in stage II patients, with magnetotherapy being shown to produce
beneficial effects on the central hemodynamics and microcirculation.
S.G. Ivanov, et al., The Magnetotherapy of Hypertension Patients, Ter
Arkh, 62(9),1990, . 71-74.
Results from several recent studies conducted the author are reviewed.
Conclusions are that pulsed electromagnetic fields exhibit protective effects
against
necrosis from acute ischemia in rats, cerebral infarcts in rabbits,
and myocardium infarcts in rats.
R. Cadossi, Protective Effect of Electromagnetic Field Exposure on Acute
Soft Tissue Ischaemic Injury, Second World Congress for Electricity and
Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This study examined the effects of extremely high frequency electromagnetic
radiation (EHF EMR) in 93 patients suffering ischemic heart disease. EHF
treatment consisted of 10 to 15 exposures of the lower end of the sternum
from a Yav-1-7,1 device. Treatment was performed five times weekly for
a total of
30 minutes per day, with drug therapy being maintained during this
period. Positive results tended to occur after 5 to 6 treatment sessions,
with a good or
satisfactory response being reported in 82 of 93 patients, and lasting
as long as 11 months after hospital release.
I.E. Ganelina, et al., Electromagnetic Radiation of Extremely High Frequencies
in Complex Therapy for Severe Stenocardia, Millimetrovie Volni v Biologii
I
Meditcine, (4), 1994, . 17-21.
This review article concerning the clinical application of electromagnetic
fields notes that microwave therapy has been shown to improve local circulation
and vascular tone, increase the volume of functional capillaries, lower
hypertension, stimulate protein and carbohydrate metabolism, stimulate
the
pituitary-adrenal system, produce anti-inflammatory effects, and improve
digestive organ function. Studies have shown decimeter wave therapy capable
of
stimulating the secretory function of the stomach, as well as blood
circulation, respiratory function, and the immune system. Side effects
have been reported
in both human and animal studies.
V.V. Orzeshkovskii, et al., Clinical Application of Electromagnetic
Fields, in I.G. Akoevs & V.V. Tiazhelov, (eds.), Topics of Experimental
and Applied
Bioelectromagnetics. A Collection of Research Papers, Puschcino, USSR,
USSR Academy of Sciences, Biological Sciences Research Center,
1983, . 139-147.
In this study, 30 myocardial infarction patients received millimeter-wave
(MW) therapy in the form of 10 exposures of 30 minutes per day, with a
2-day
interruption after the fifth exposure. Patients continued conventional
drug treatment during the MW therapy period. Better results were seen in
those patients
exposed to the MW therapy relative to an equal number of patients receiving
conventional treatment only.
N.N. Naumcheva, Effect of Millimeter Waves on Ischemic Heart Disease
Patients, Millimetrovie Volni v Biologii I Meditcine, (3), 1994, . 62-67.
This study examined the effects of millimeter wave therapy in approximately
450 patients suffering from a variety of diseases, including those of the
musculoskeletal, digestive, pulmonary, and nervous systems. Treatment
consisted of 25-30 minutes per day using the Porog-1 apparatus and generally
lasted for a period of up to 10 days. Results showed positive effects
in over 87 percent of the patients.
A.P. Dovganiuk & A.A. Minenkov, The Use of Physical Factors in Treating
Chronic Arterial Insufficiency of the Lower Limbs, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter
Lech Fiz
Kult, (5),1996, . 7-9.
Results of this study found that the use of magnetophore therapy (constant
magnets applied to adrenal regions 10 hours per day for 15 days) significantly
improved symptoms associated with hypertension in about 35 percent
of patients studied, with mild improvement seen in 30 percent, and no improvement
in 35 percent. Patients receiving decimeter-band waves (460 MHz, field
intensity of 35-45 W, for 10-15 minutes per day for a total of 15 days)
experienced
similar results.
V.V. Orzheshovski, et al., Efficacy of Decimeter-Band Waves and Magnetophore
Therapy in Patients with Hypertension,Vrach Delo, (1), 1982, . 65-67.
Results of this placebo-controlled study demonstrated a 76-percent effectiveness
rate for running impulse magnetic field therapy in a group of arterial
hypertensive patients. Treatment consisted of two 25-minute exposures
per day over a period of 10-20 total exposures, at frequencies of 10 or
100 Hz and
magnetic field intensity of 3 or 10 mT.
L.L.Orlov, et al., Indications for Using a New Magnetotherapeutic
Method in Arterial Hypertension, Soviet Medicine, (8), 1991, . 23-24.
This study examined the efficacy of the reinfusion of autologous blood
following magnetic field exposure in hypertensive patients. Positive effects
were found
in 92 percent of patients receiving the treatment.
I.G. Alizade, et al., Magnetic Treatment of Autologous Blood in the
Combined Therapy of Hypertensive Patients, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech
Fiz Kult, (1),
1994, . 32-33
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
magnetotherapy in patients suffering from first-or second-stage hypertension.
A
magnetic field of 50 Hz, 15-25 mT was applied to acupuncture points
He-Gu and Shen'-Men for 15-20 seconds per day for a total of 9-10 days.
Results: The
treatment improved headaches in 88 percent of patients, dizziness in
89 percent, and irritability in 88 percent. In general, 95 percent of hypertensive
patients
experienced beneficial effects from the treatment, and the morbidity
rate decreased twofold following one course extended over a period of 5-6
months.
E.V. Rolovlev, Treatment of Essential Hypertension Patients an Alternating
Magnetic Field Puncture, All-Union Symposium: Laser and Magnetic Therapy
in
Experimental and Clinical Studies, June 16-18, 1993, Obninsk, Kaluga
Region, Russia, . 221-223.
This placebo-controlled study examined the effects of constant and of
running magnetic fields in patients suffering from stage II hypertension.
Results found
that constant magnetic fields exhibited benefits in 68 percent of patients
treated, and running magnetic fields were helpful in 78 percent. Only 30
percent of
controls showed improvement. Constant magnetic field treatment consisted
of constant magnets applied to the inner side of the wrist on each hand
for
35-40 minutes daily over a period of 7-10 days. Running magnetic field
treatment involved the use of a Alimp-1 apparatus for 20 minutes per day
for a total
of 12-15 days.
S.G. Ivanov, et al., Use of Magnetic Fields in the Treatment of Hypertensive
Disease, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (3),1993, . 67-69.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that magnetotherapy
was effective in the treatment of symptoms associated with stage II hypertension,
such as headache, dizziness, and cardiodynia. The therapy consisted
of permanent circular magnets (16 mT) applied to the inner forearm for
30-45 minutes
per day over a period of 10 sessions.
S.G. Ivanov, The Comparative Efficacy of Nondrug and Drug Methods of
Treating Hypertension, Ter Arkh, 65(1),1993, . 44-49.
This controlled study examined the effects of magnetotherapy in patients
suffering from neurocirculatory hypotension (low blood pressure) or hypertension
(high blood pressure). Treatment consisted of a running pulsed magnetic
field generated an ALIMP device (0.5 mT, 300 Hz) administered for 20 minutes
per day over a course of 10 days. Patients suffering from hypotension
did not benefit significantly from the magnetotherapy. Hypertension patients,
however,
showed a marked improvement with respect to symptoms including headache,
chest pain, extremity numbness, abnormal systolic and diastolic blood
pressure, and work capacity.
L.L. Orlov, et al., Effect of a Running Pulse Magnetic Field on Some
Humoral Indices and Physical Capacity in Patients with Neurocirculatory
Hypo- and
Hypertension, Biofizika, 41(4),1996, . 944-948.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that low-frequency,
low-intensity electrostatic fields (40-62 Hz) administered for 12-14 minutes
per day
helped normalize blood pressure in patients suffering from Hypertension.
T.A. Kniazeva, The Efficacy of Low-Intensity Exposures in Hypertension,
Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 1,1994, . 8-9.
This study examined the effects of low-frequency alternating magnetic
fields in patients suffering from arteriosclerosis or osteoarthrosis deformans.
Treatment involved 10-15 minute daily leg exposures over a total of
15 days. Results showed the treatment to be effective in 80 percent of
arteriosclerosis
patients and 70 percent of those with osteoarthrosis formans.
A.G. Kakulia, The Use of Sonic Band Magnetic Fields in Various Diseases,
Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 3,1982, . 18-21.
This study examined the effects of low-frequency magnetic fields (25
mT) in patients suffering atherosclerotic encephalopathy. Treatment involved
10-15
minute daily exposures over a total of 10-15 applications. Results
showed clinical improvements with respect to chest pain, vertigo, headache,
and other
symptoms.
S.S. Gabrielian, et al., Use of Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields in the
Treatment of Patients with Atherosclerotic Encephalopathy, Vopr Kurortol
Fizioter Lech
Fiz Kult, 3,1987, . 36-39.
Hemophilia
In this study, hemophiliacs suffering from joint hemorrhage received
millimeter wave (MW) therapy at biologically active points beginning on
the first day of
hospital release. Adults were treated with an Electronica-KVCh device
(61 GHz, 5 mW maximum power) and children were treated with a Porog device,
which generates low-intensity wide-band MMW noise. Exposures in both
groups lasted for 20-25 minutes per day and were extended over a period
of 10
days. Results indicated the treatment to be more effective than conventional
therapy with respect to alleviation of pain, need for medication, and other
parameters.
V.V. Aleschenko & I.O. Pisanko, EHF-Therapy for Hemophylic Arthropathy
and Hemarthroses of the Knee Joint, Millimeter Waves in Medicine and Biology.
Digest of Papers of the 10th Russian Symposium with International Participation,
April 24-26, Moscow, Russia, 1995, p. 61-63.
Hepatitis
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
millimeter wave therapy combined with conventional methods in the treatment
of viral
hepatitis in children. Making use of a Yav-1-5,6 or Yav-1-7,7 device,
MW therapy involved 14-15 exposures of, on average, 30 minutes per day
at
wavelengths of either 5.6 or 7.1 mm. Results indicated the combined
treatment to be more effective than conventional treatment only, leading
to a more rapid
restoration of liver function.
A.A. Shul'diakov, et al., Electromagnetic Radiation of Millimeter Range
in Treatment of Children with Acute Viral Hepatitis, Millimeter Waves in
Medicine and
Biology, 10th Russian Symposium with International Participation, April
24-26, 1995, Moscow, Russia, p. 21-23.
Results of this study showed that the use of magnetic fields was effective
in treating patients suffering from viral hepatitis who had previously
not benefited
from conventional drug therapies.
I.A. Il'inskii, et al., Experience with the Use of Glucocorticosteroids
and Magnetic Fields in the Intensive Therapy of Severe Forms of Viral Hepatitis,
Soviet
Medicine, 9,1978, p. 72-74.
This study examined the effects of magnetotherapy in children suffering
from various forms of viral hepatitis. Magnetotherapy consisted of alternating
magnetic fields applied to the liver area daily over a total of 10-15
days. Results indicated magnetotherapy led to more rapid and trouble-free
recovery.
V.V. Krasnov & A.I. Shilenok, Magnetotherapy of Hepatitis A and
B in Children, Pediatriia, 10, 1991, p. 54-57.
Herniated Disk
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
magnetotherapy in patients following herniated disk surgery. Results showed
that 52
percent of patients receiving the treatment compared to 30 percent
of controls reported being free of symptoms at the time of hospital release.
K. Perjes, et al., Effect of Magnetotherapy on Recovery After Herniated
Disk Surgery, Hungarian Symposium on Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium,
May 16-17, 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, p. 159-162.
Hip Problems
This double-blind study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic
fields on loosened hip prostheses. Results showed an increase of bone density
in
all patients receiving PEMF treatment compared to only 60 percent of
controls. The authors argue such findings suggest PEMF elicits early bone
reconstruction, which enhances early weight bearing.
G. Gualtieri, et al., The Effect Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Stimulation
on Patients Treated of Hip Revesions with Trans-Femoral Approach, Second
World
Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13
June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (50
Hz, 50 G) in treating aseptic loosening of total hip prostheses. PEMF therapy
consisted
of 20 minutes per day for 6 days per week over a total of 20 such sessions
and was begun, on average, a year and a half following the start of loosening.
Results showed PEMF to have some beneficial effects with respect to
loosened hip arthroplasties, although it was not effective in patients
suffering severe
pain due to extreme loosening.
K. Konrad, Therapy with Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields in Aseptic Loosening
of Total Hip Protheses: A Prospective Study, Clinical Rheumatology, 15(4),
1996, p. 325-328.
Joint Disease
Results of this 11-year study involving 3014 patients found pulsed magnetic
field treatment at low frequencies and intensities to be a highly effective,
side-effect-free therapy for joint disease.
E. Riva Sanseverino, et al., Therapeutic Effects of Pulsed Magnetic
Fields on Joint Diseases, Panminerva Med, 34(4), October-December 1992,
p.187-196.
Kidney Problems
This review article notes that placebo-controlled studies have shown
positive results concerning the use of pulsed magnetic field therapy in
the treatment of
secondary chronic pyelonephritis.
V.A. Kiyatkin, Pulsed Magnetic Field in Therapy of Patients with Secondary
Chronic Pyelonephritis, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism
in
Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
Lung Disease
This study examined the effects of low-frequency magnetic fields coupled
with conventional therapies in rats suffering from inflammatory lung disease.
Results showed that rats receiving the magnetic fields experienced
significant reductions in lung abscesses and associated symptoms, and similar
beneficial effects were seen among a group of 165 human patients receiving
comparable treatment.
L.V. Iashchenko, Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields in the Combined Therapy
of Inflammatory Lung Diseases,. Probl Tuberk, 3, 1988, p. 53-56.
Lupus Erythematosus
This review article examined the data concerning impulsed magnetic fields
in the treatment of lupus erythematosus. Studies indicate that the treatment
can
be beneficial due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, its
positive action on microcirculation, and immunological reactivity.
I.V. Khamaganova, et al., The Use of a Pulsed Magnetic Field in the
Treatment of Lupus Erythematosus, Ter Arkh, 67(10), 1995, p. 84-87.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
UHF and microwave therapy in treating patients suffering from systemic
lupus.
Twenty-six patients were given 30-35 W of microwave irradiation administered
to the adrenal region. Twenty-five patients were given 30-35 W UHF
administered bilaterally to the temporal region. The treatment regimen
for both groups included 18-20 daily sessions. A group of 11 patients were
used as
controls. Results showed both treatments to be effective, with 27 percent
of microwave patients and 66 percent of UHF patients reporting total elimination
of
polyarthralgia, myalgia, and painful contractures.
V.D. Sidorov & S.B. Pershin, Immunomodulating Effect of Microwaves
and Ultrahigh Frequency Electric Field in Patients with Systemic Lupus
Erythmatosus, Bioelectrochem Bioenerg, 30, 1993, p. 327-330.
Results of this study indicated that the bitemporal application of ultrahigh-frequency
electromagnetic fields to the hypothalamo-hypophyseal area daily over a
period of 18-20 days had beneficial effects in patients suffering from
systemic lupus erythematosus.
V.D. Sidorov, et al., The Immunomodulating Effect of Microwaves and
of an Ultrahigh-Frequency Electrical Field in Patients with Systemic Lupus
Erythematosus, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (4), 1991, p. 36-40.
Multiple Sclerosis
This article reports on the case of a 55-year-old female chronic progressive
multiple sclerosis patient who received a single external application of
low
magnetic fields (7.5-picotesla; 5-Hz frequency) which lasted 20 minutes.
The treatment quickly led to improvements in a variety of areas, including
fatigue,
sleep, vision, bladder function, movement and speech problems, and
mood.
R. Sandyk, Rapid Normalization of Visual Evoked Potentials picoTesla
Range Magnetic Fields in Chronic Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, International
Journal of Neurosci, 77(3-4), August 1994, p. 243-259.
This study reports on four cases of multiple sclerosis who experienced
improvements in visuospatial and visuomotor functions following treatment
with
external application of low magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, Further Observations on the Effects of External picoTesla
Range Magnetic Fields on Visual Memory and Visuospatial Functions in Multiple
Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosc, 77(3-4), August 1994,
203-27
This article reports on the case of a 50-year-old female chronic progressive
multiple sclerosis patient who received a single external application of
low
magnetic fields who experienced significant improvements following
the treatment.
R. Sandyk, Successful Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with Magnetic
Fields, International Journal Neurosci, 66(3-4), October 1992, p. 237-250.
This article reports on the cases of three patients suffering from long-time
symptoms of multiple sclerosis who received treatment with extra cerebral
pulsed
electromagnetic fields over a period of between 6 and 18 months. Results
showed all three patients experienced significant improvements in cognitive
functions.
R. Sandyk, Progressive Cognitive Improvement in Multiple Sclerosis from
Treatment with Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci,
89(1-2),
January 1997, p. 39-51.
This is a report on the cases of two chronic multiple sclerosis patients
exhibiting severe speech problems. Symptoms were completely resolved following
3-4 weeks of treatment with pulsed electromagnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, Resolution of Dysarthria in Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
with Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 83(1-2),
November 1995, p. 81-92.
This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients
suffering from alexia (lack of understanding of written words) who experienced
a
reversal of the alexia following the start of pico tesla-range electromagnetic
field treatment.
R. Sandyk, Reversal of Alexia in Multiple Sclerosis Weak Electromagnetic
Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 83(1-2),November 1995, p. 69-79.
This article reports on the case of a middle-aged disabled female patient
with a 19-year history of chronic relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Within one
day of receiving experimental treatment with picotesla electromagnetic
fields, the patient exhibited improvements in her condition. The patient
continued with
1-2 treatments per week over a period of 32 months. During this time,
significant improvements were seen with respect to a range of physical
symptoms, as
well as cognitive functions.
R. Sandyk, Long Term Beneficial Effects of Weak Electromagnetic Fields
in Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosci, 83(1-2), November
1995,
p. 45-57.
The cases of three female multiple sclerosis patients exhibiting suicidal
behavior are discussed in this article. Treatment with pulsed pico tesla-level
electromagnetic fields resolved the suicidal behavior in all three
patients, an improvement that was maintained over a follow-up period of
3.5 years.
R. Sandyk, Suicidal Behavior is Attenuated in Patients with Multiple
Sclerosis Treatment with Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal
of Neurosci,
87(1-2), October 1996, p. 5-15.
This article reports on the case of a 36-year-old man severely disabled
with partial paralysis and lack of coordination. Three treatment sessions
per week
with pulsed electromagnetic fields over a period of one year led to
a range of improvements, including improvements in gait, balance, bowel
and bladder
functions, vision, mood, and sleep. No progression of symptoms associated
with multiple sclerosis was seen throughout the course of EMF treatment.
R. Sandyk, Treatment with Electromagnetic Field Alters the Clinical
Course of Chronic Progressive Multiple Sclerosis--A Case Report, International
Journal
of Neurosci, 88(1-2), November 1996, p. 75-82.
This article reports on the cases of two multiple sclerosis patients
suffering from chronic ataxia who performed poorly on human figure drawing
tests
administered to measure body image perception. Treatment with extracerebral
applications of picotesla flux electromagnetic fields led to improvements
in
gait and balance as well as a normalization in body image perception
as seen on a repeat of the same test each patient.
R. Sandyk, Effect of Weak Electromagnetic Fields on Body Image Perception
in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosci,
86(1-2),
July 1996, p. 79-85.
This article reports on the case of a 51-year-old female patient with
remitting-progressive multiple sclerosis who experienced a successful reduction
in
carbohydrate craving believed to be associated with the exacerbation
of her condition following treatment with a series of extra cranial AC
pulsed
applications of pico tesla flux intensity electromagnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields Attenuates Carbohydrate
Craving in a Patients with Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of
Neurosci, 86(1-2), July 1996, p. 67-77.
This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients
suffering from a chronic progressive course of the disease who experienced
a reduction
in tremors following treatment with brief external applications of
pulsed EMFs of 7.5-pT intensity.
R. Sandyk & L.C. Dann, Weak Electromagnetic Fields Attenuate Tremor
in Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosci, 79(3-4),
December 1994, p. 199-212.
This article reports on the cases of three female chronic multiple sclerosis
patients who experienced a reversal of cognitive deficits following treatment
with
brief external applications of alternating pulsed electromagnetic fields
in the picotesla range of intensity.
R. Sandyk, Reversal of Visuospatial Hemi-inattention in Patients with
Chronic Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic
Fields,
International Journal of Neurosci, 79(3-4),
December 1994, p. 169-184.
This article reports on the cases of three female multiple sclerosis
patients with poor word fluency who experienced a 100-percent increase
in word output
following 4-5 sessions of treatment with external applications of extremely
weak electromagnetic fields in the pico tesla range of intensity.
R. Sandyk, Improvement in Word-fluency Performance in Patients with
Multiple Sclerosis Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal Neurosci,
79(1-2),
November 1994, p.75-90.
This article reports on the case of a 58-year-old male multiple sclerosis
patient with a 37-year history of the disease. Treatment with external
application of
magnetic fields in the pico tesla range led to a speedy improvement
of neurological symptoms in the areas of walking, balance, sensory symptoms,
and
bladder function. Improvements in numerous cognitive functions were
seen within 24 hours of treatment as well.
R. Sandyk & R.P. Iacono, Improvement PicoTesla Range Magnetic Fields
of Perceptual-motor Performance and Visual Memory in a Patient with Chronic
Progressive Multiple Sclerosis,International Journal of Neurosci, 78(1-2),
September 1994, p. 53-66.
This article reports on the case of a 36-year-old multiple sclerosis
patient who experienced immediate improvements in visuoperceptive functions
following
treatment with external application of pico tesla-range magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk & R.P. Iacono, Multiple Sclerosis: Improvement of Visuoperceptive
Functions PicoTesla Range Magnetic Fields, International Journal of
Neurosci, 74(1-4), January-February 1994, p. 177-189.
This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients
suffering from falls due to rapid deterioration in balance and triggered
distracting
external auditory stimuli. Treatment with a series of extra cranially
applied, low-frequency picotesla-range intensity electromagnetic fields
quickly resolved
such symptoms associated with a loss of balance.
R. Sandyk, Application of Weak Electromagnetic Fields Facilitates Sensory-motor
Integration in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal
of
Neurosci, 85(1-2), March 1996, p. 101-110.
This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients
experiencing continuous and debilitating daily fatigue over the course
of several years.
Treatment with extracranially applied picotesla flux electromagnetic
fields dramatically improved symptoms of fatigue in all three patients.
R. Sandyk, Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields Improves Fatigue
Associated with Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosci,
84(1-4),
February 1996, p. 177-186.
This article reports on the cases of two female patients with chronic
progressive-stage multiple sclerosis who suffered from regular worsening
of their
symptoms starting approximately a week prior to menstruation and abating
at menstruation onset. Such symptoms were resolved in both patients two
months following the start of treatment with the extracranial application
of weak electromagnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, Premenstrual Exacerbation of Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis
is Attenuated Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International
Journal of
Neurosci, 83(3-4), December 1995, p. 187-198.
This article reports on the case of a 64-year-old female patient with
a 22-year history of chronic progressive multiple sclerosis. Two 30-minute
treatments
with low-level electromagnetic fields produced a marked improvement
in a variety of symptoms.
R. Sandyk R.P. Iacono, Resolution of Longstanding Symptoms of Multiple
Sclerosis Application of PicoTesla Range Magnetic Fields, International
Journal of
Neurosci, 70(3-4), June 1993, p. 255-269.
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that pulsed
electromagnetic fields administered daily over a period of 15 days proved
to be an
effective treatment in reducing spasticity and incontinence associated
with multiple sclerosis.
A. Guseo, Double-Blind Treatments with Pulsating Electromagnetic Field
in Multiple Sclerosis, Hungarian Symposium on Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium,
May 16-17, 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, p. 85-89.
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
pulsed electromagnetic fields administered daily over a period of 15 days
is a generally
effective treatment in reducing symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis,
with the most positive improvements involving the alleviation of spasticity
and
pain.
A. Guseo, Pulsing Electromagnetic Field Therapy of Multiple Sclerosis
the Gyuling-Bordacs Device: Double-Blind, Cross-Over and Open Studies,
Journal of
Bioelectr., 6(1), 1987, p. 23-35.
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
exposure to magnetic fields produced beneficial clinical effects in patients
suffering from
cerebral paralysis and in patients with multiple sclerosis.
A. Sieron, The Variable Magnetic Fields in the Complex Treatment of
Neurological Diseases, European Bioelectromagnetics Association, 3rd International
Congress, 29 February - 3 March 1996, Nancy, France.
Muscle Injury
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on
recovery following muscle injury in rats. Results showed that both pulsed
and constant
magnetic fields were equally effective, with the constant field being
more intense.
I.E. Detlav, The Influence of Constant and Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields
on Oxidation Processes in Muscle, in I.E. Detlav, (ed.), Electromagnetic
Therapy of
Injuries and Diseases of the Support-Motor Apparatus. International
Collection of Papers, Riga, Latvia: Riga Medical Institute, 1987, p. 12-16.
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (Gyuling-Bordacs
device) in patients suffering from peripheral muscle paralysis. Treatment
consisted of 20-minute exposures (2-50 Hz, 70 G). Results showed 50-Hz
pulsed electromagnetic fields to be the most effective level of treatment
and that
such therapy enhanced muscle irritability in peripheral paralysis patients
as well as in healthy controls.
L. Mecseki, The Study of the Efficacy of Magnetotherapy in Peripheral
Paralysis, Hungarian Symposium on Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium, 16-17,
May 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, p. 149-158.
Neck Pain
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
low-energy pulsed electromagnetic fields administered via soft collars
on patients
suffering from persistent neck pain. Results indicated significantly
beneficial effects following three weeks of treatment.
D. Foley-Nolan, Low Energy High Frequency (27.12 MHZ) Therapy for Persistent
Neck Pain. Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial, Bioelectromagnetics
Society, 12th Annual, June 10-14, 1990, San Antonia, TX, p. 73.
Nerve Damage
This controlled study found that exposure to pulsed electromagnetic
fields enhanced the speed and degree of peripheral nerve regeneration twofold
in rats
with experimentally severed sciatic nerves.
H. Ito C.A. Bassett, Effect of Weak, Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields
on Neural Regeneration in the Rat, Clin Orthop, (181),
December 1983, p. 283-290.
Results of this controlled study demonstrated that treatment with 15
minutes per day of pulsed electromagnetic fieldsenhanced recovery time
of
experimentally-injured nerves in rats.
A.R. Raji R.E. Bowden, Effects of High-peak Pulsed Electromagnetic Field
on the Degeneration and Regeneration of the Common Peroneal Nerve in Rats,
Journal of Bone Joint Surg, 65(4), August 1983, p. 478-492.
Results of this study indicated that the use of pulsed electromagnetic
fields on experimentally divided and sutured nerves in rats sped up regeneration
of
damaged nerves and the time ittook for limb use to be recovered.
A.M. Raji, An Experimental Study of the Effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic
Field (Diapulse) on Nerve Repair, Journal of Hand Surg, 9(2), June 1984,
p.
105-112.
This study examined the effects of a Soviet Polyus-1 low-frequency magnet
therapy device used to administer approximately 10 mT for approximately
10
minutes in patients with optic nerve atrophy. Patients underwent 10-15
sessions per course. Results showed that vision acuity in patients with
low acuity
values (below 0.04 diopters) improved in 50 percent of cases. It was
also found that the treatment improved ocular blood flow in cases of optic
nerve atrophy.
Optimal benefits were experienced after 10 therapy sessions.
L.V. Zobina, Effectiveness of Magnetotherapy in Optic Nerve Atrophy.
A Preliminary Study, Vestn Oftalmol, 106(5), September-October 1990, p.
54-57.
Neurological Disorders
This article summarizes clinical results obtained the authors in using
pulsed electromagnetic fields (Gyuling-Bordacs device) in the treatment
of
neurological and locomotor disorders among a group of 148 patients
in a hospital setting over a period of 3 years. The authors claim that
58-80 percent of
such patients experienced benefits of some kind over the course of
magnetotherapy.
G. Terlaki, Clinical Experiences Magnetotherapy, Hungarian Symposium
on Magnetotherapy, 2nd Symposium, 16-17 May 1987, Szekesfehervar, Hungary,
p. 175-179.
This study examined the effects of magnetotherapy on patients suffering
from nervous system diseases. Treatment consisted of 10-12 6-minute exposures
(10-20 kG, 0.1-0.6 Hz). Results indicated beneficial effects in 25
of the 27 patients receiving the treatment.
A.A. Skorometz, Magnetic Impulse Therapy of Patients with Spondylogenic
Diseases of the Nervous System, Fizicheskaia Meditzina, 3(1-2), 1993, p.
41-43.
Results of this study found that the use of magnetic fields (30-35 mT,
10 and 100 Hz) produced beneficial effects in 93 percent of patients suffering
from
nerve problems.
A.G. Shiman, Use of Combined Methods of agnetoelectrotherapy in the
Treatment for Polineuropathies, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (5),
1993, p,
38-41.
Osteoarthritis
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
exposure to pulsed electromagnetic fields had beneficial effects in the
treatment of
patients suffering from painful osteo arthritis of the knee or cervical
spine. PEMF therapy consisted of 18 exposures lasting 30 minutes and administered
3-5
times per week.
D.H. Trock, The Effect of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields in the Treatment
of Osteoarthritis of the Knee and Cervical Spine. Report of Randomized,
Double
Blind, Placebo Controlled Trials, Journal of Rheumatology, 21(10),
1994, p. 1903-1911.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that treatment
with pulsed electromagnetic fields produced significant favorable effects
in patients
suffering from osteoarthritis.
D.H. Trock, Treatment of Osteoarthritis with Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields, Bioelectric Repair and Growth Society, Vol. XIII, 13th Annual Meeting,
10-13
October 1993, Dana Point, CA, p. 14.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study showed that treatment with
pulsed electromagnetic fields yielded significant benefits in patients
suffering from
osteoarthritis of the knee or cervical spine. PEMF therapy (25 G, 5-24
Hz) consisted of 18 30-minute exposures over a period of 3-4 weeks.
A.J. Bollet, Treatment of Osteoarthritis with Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields, European Bioelectromagnetics Association, 2nd Congress,
9-11 December 1993, Bled Slovenia, p. 46.
This controlled study examined the effects of changeable magnetic fields
(Polus-101 device) coupled with more conventional therapies in the treatment
of
patients suffering from osteoarthrosis. Magnetic therapy consisted
of daily 20 minute exposures for a total of 12 sessions. Results showed
more rapid
improvements of immunological indices and alleviation of symptoms associated
with the disease among patients receiving the combination therapy
compared to those treated only conventionally.
L. Yurkiv, The Use of Changeable Magnetic Field in Treatment of Osteoarthrosis,
European Bioelectromagnetics Association, 3rd International Congress,
29 February-3 March 1996, Nancy France.
Osteochondrosis
This study examined the effects of alternating magnetic fields (50 Hz,
10-50 mT) combined with conservative therapy in patients suffering from
spinal
osteochondrosis. Treatment consisted of 20-minute exposures over a
total of 20-25 such exposures per course. Results showed clinical benefits
in 95
percent of patients receiving the combination treatment compared to
just 30 percent among controls.
L.L. Butenko, The Use of Alternating Magnetic Fields in Spinal Osteochondrosis,
Mechanisms of Biological Action of Electromagnetic Fields, 27-31 October
1987, Pushchino, USSR, USSR Academy of Sciences, Research Center for
Biological Studies, Inst. of Biological Physics, Coordination Council of
Comecon
Countries and Yugoslavia for Research in the Fields of Biological Physics,
p. 183.
Osteonecrosis
This pilot study found that the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields
produced beneficial effects in patients suffering from osteonecrosis of
the femoral head.
N.S. Eftekhar, Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head Treated Pulsed Electromagnetic
Fields (PEMFs): A Preliminary Report, 1983, p. 306-330.
This study examined the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields in the
treatment of osteonecrosis. Compared to published findings concerning surgical
treatment, results showed PEMF therapy to be superior in producing
improvement.
M. Hinsenkamp, Preliminary Results in Electromagnetic Field Treatment
of Osteonecrosis, Bioelectrochem Bioenerg.30, 1993, p. 229-236.
Osteoporosis
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on
postmenopausal osteoporosis in 10-month-old female rats. Results showed
that EMF
treatment for one hour per day for 4 months with a 30-gauss maximum
pulse reduced bone mass loss to within 10 percent,while a 70-gauss maximum
pulse reduced bone mass loss entirely.
M. Hinsenkamp, Preliminary Results in Electromagnetic Field Treatment
of Osteonecrosis, Bioelectrochem Bioenerg.30, 1993, p. 229-236.
This study examined the effects of long-term pulsing electromagnetic
fields in the form of repetitive pulse burst waves over a period of 6 months
in
osteoporotic rats. Results showed increased bone volume and formation
activity.
S. Mishima, The Effect of Long-term Pulsing Electromagnetic Field Stimulation
on Experimental Osteoporosis of Rats, Sangyo Ika Daigaku Zasshi, 10(1),
March 1, 1988, p. 31-45.
This study examined the effects of a 72-Hz pulsating electromagnetic
field administered for 10 hours per day over a period of 12 weeks on bone
density in
women prone to osteoporosis. Results found significant increases in
bone mineral density in the area of EMF exposure.
F. Tabrah, Bone Density Changes in Osteoporosis-prone Women Exposed
to Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs), Journal of Bone Miner Res, 5(5),
May 1990, p. 437-442.
In this study, osteoporosis patients received treatment with pulsed
electromagnetic fields (50 G, 50-100 Hz) for 30 minutes per session over
a period of two
years involving 20 sessions. These subjects were compared to similar
patients treated with calcitonin. Results indicated PEMF to be effective
in reducing
pain, and to be even more so when combined with the conventional drug
treatment.
T.W. Bilotta, The Use of Low-Frequency Low Magnitude PEMFs in Treatment
of Osteoporosis, Journal of Bioelectr, 8(2),
1989, p. 316.
This controlled study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic
fields in women suffering from postmenopausal osteoporosis. Treatment consisted
of
daily 30-minute exposures for 20 days every six months. Results showed
that PEMF treatment combined with 100 IU per day of nasal spray synthetic
salmon calcitonin arrested bone decrease and significantly increased
bone mass relative to patients receiving drug therapy alone.
T.W. Bilotta, Influence of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields on Post-Menopausal
Osteoporosis, First World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology
and Medicine, 14-19 June 1992, Lake Buena Vista, FL, p. 78.
Results of this study found the use of total-body low-frequency magnetic
fields (60 G, 50-100 Hz) to be effective in the treatment of patients suffering
from
osteoporosis-related symptoms. Treatment consisted of a total of 15
exposures of 30 minutes each.
G. Saveriano S. Ricci,Treatment of Senile Osteoporosis Caused Rachialgia
with Low-Frequency PEMFs, Journal of Bioelectr, 8(2), 1989, p. 321.
Otitis Externa
This study examined the effects synchronizing pulse waves in the impaired
area when treating patients suffering from acute diffuse otitis externa
with
low-level magnetic fields in combination with conventional therapies.
Patients were divided into three groups. The first received ultrahigh-frequency
or
very-high-frequency electromagnetic waves. The second received 15-minute
daily exposures to 50-Hz alternating or pulsating 20-mT magnetic fields.
The
third group of patients were treated switching on the same magnetic
fields only during propagation of the pulse wave through the ear vessels.
Results
showed a 100 percent recovery rate in patients across all three groups,
with recovery taking the least amount of time among those in group 3.
V.V. Sunstov, Treatment of Acute Diffuse Otitis Externa Low-Frequency
Magnetic Fields, Vestn Otorinolaringol, 6,1991, p. 35-38.
Pancreatitis
This study found that sinusoidal and continuous low-frequency alternating
magnetic field generated a Polius-1 apparatus exhibited beneficial effects
in
patients suffering from chronic pancreatitis.
A.A. Fedorov, The Use of a Low-frequency Magnetic Field in the Combined
Therapy of Chronic Pancreatitis, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult,
(5),
September-October 1990, p. 28-30.
This controlled study examined the effects of combining pulsed electric
stimulation and laser light with conventional treatment in patients suffering
from
acute pancreatitis. Results showed the combined therapy to have the
most significant effects in patients with severe forms of the disease.
O.G. Savina, A Low-Frequency Pulsed Current and a Low-Intensity Laser
Radiation in the Treatment of Acute Pancreatitis,Vopr Kurortol Fizioter
Lech Fiz Kult,
(2), 1995, p. 39-40.
Parkinson's Disease
This article reports on the case of a 73-year-old male Parkinson's patients
suffering from disabling resting and postural tremors in the right hand,
as well as
other symptoms. Two successive 20-minute treatments with AC pulsed
electromagnetic fields of 7.5-picotesla intensity and 5-Hz frequency sinusoidal
wave
led to improvements in visuospatial performance and a legible signature.
Significant improvements in Parkinsonian motor symptoms were also seen
following additional treatments.
R. Sandyk, Brief Communication: Electromagnetic Fields Improve Visuospatial
Performance and Reverse Agraphia in a Parkinsonian Patient, International
Journal of Neurosci, 87(3-4), November 1996, p. 209-217
This article reports on the case of a medicated 61-year-old Parkinson's
patient who experienced rapid reversal of symptoms following a single external
application of picotesla-range magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk R.P. Iacono, Reversal of Visual Neglect in Parkinson's Disease
Treatment with pico-Tesla Range Magnetic Fields, International Journal
of
Neurosci, 73(1-2), November 1993, p. 93-107.
This article reports on four Parkinson's patients who experienced significant
improvement in symptoms following treatment with picotesla-range magnetic
fields. Two additional patients suffering from Parkinson's-related
dementia experienced significant improvements in visuospatial impairment.
R. Sandyk, Magnetic Fields in the Therapy of Parkinsonism, International
Journal of Neurosci, 66(3-4), October 1992, p. 209-235.
Noting that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a new and noninvasive
method of direct cortical neuron stimulation, this review article discusses
recent studies showing that TMS has led to improvements in symptoms
associated with Parkinson's disease and depression.
M.S. George, et al., Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: A Neuropsychiatric
Tool for the 21st Century, Journal of Neuropsychiatry Clin Neurosci, 8(4),
Fall 1996, p. 373-382.
Results of this study showed that the application of ELF magnetic fields
via a plastic helmet device housing a set of coils (generating fields of
8 Hz and 7.5
pT) produced beneficial clinical effects after 30 minutes in patients
suffering Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
J. Bardasano, Extracranial Device for Noninvasive Neurological Treatments
with Pulsating ELF Magnetic Fields, Second World Congress for Electricity
and
Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This article reports on the cases of two Parkinson's patients who experienced
improvements in motor symptoms following treatment with external
application of weak electromagnetic fields in the pico-tesla range.
R.Sandyk,Parkinsonian Micrographia Reversed Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic
Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 81(1-2), March 1995, p. 83-93.
This article reports on the cases of three Parkinson's patients on full
medication who exhibited an improvement in right hemispheric functions
following a
series of treatments with external application of electromagnetic fields
in the picotesla range.
R. Sandyk, Improvement in Short-term Visual Memory Weak Electromagnetic
Fields in Parkinson's Disease, International Journal of Neurosci, 81(1-2),
March 1995, p. 67-82.
This article reports on the case of a nonmedicated 49-year-old male
Parkinson's patient who experienced a dramatic improvement in motor, depressive,
and cognitive symptoms following treatment with brief extracranial
applications of picotesla-range electromagnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, A Drug Naive Parkinsonian Patient Successfully Treated with
Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 79(1-2),
November 1994, p. 99-110.
This article reports on the case of a 61-year-old Parkinson's patient
who experienced improvements in the severity of motor problems 30 minutes
after
treatment with external application of weak electromagnetic fields
in the picotesla range. Sham treatment had no such effects in the same
patient.
R. Sandyk R.P. Iacono, Reversal of Micrographia in Parkinson's Disease
Application of picoTesla Range Magnetic Fields, International Journal of
Neurosci
77(1-2), July 1994, p. 77-84.
This article reports on the cases of five Parkinsonian patients on full
medication who experienced a marked improvement in performance on Thurstone's
Word-Fluency Test following treatment with a series of extremely-low-intensity
electromagnetic fields in the picotesla range and of 5-8 Hz frequency.
R. Sandyk, Improvement in Word-fluency Performance in Parkinson's Disease
Administration of Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci,
77(1-2), July 1994, p. 23-46.
This article reports on the case of a 69-year-old Parkinsonian patient
who was able to discontinue most medication for two weeks following two
treatment
sessions with extracranial picotesla-range magnetic fields. Symptoms
recurred after three weeks and the patient received four more magnetic
field
sessions on consecutive days after four weeks. The patient was then
able to discontinue medications completely.
R. Sandyk, Treatment of Parkinson's Disease with Magnetic Fields Reduces
the Requirement for Antiparkinsonian Medications, International Journal
of
Neurosci, 74(1-4), January-February 1994, p. 191-201.
This article reports on the cases of five medicated Parkinsonian patients
who experienced improvements in motor, behavioral, and autonomic functions,
and
in visuoconstructional tasks following treatment with extracranial
application of magnetic fields in the picotesla range.
R. Sandyk, Reversal of a Visuoconstructional Deficit in Parkinson's
Disease Application of External Magnetic Fields: A Report of Five Cases,
International
Journal of Neurosci, 75(3-4), April 1994, p. 213-228.
This article reports on the cases of three medicated Parkinsonian patients
who experienced relief from disabling periods of freezing gait following
treatment
with extracerebral applications of pulsed electromagnetic fields in
the picotesla range.
R. Sandyk, Freezing of Gait in Parkinson's Disease is Improved Treatment
with Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci, 85(1-2),
March 1996, p. 111-124.
The cases of four nondemented Parkinsonian patients under full medication
are discussed in this article. These patients performed poorly on human
figure
drawing tests administered to measure body image perception. Treatment
with extracerebral applications of picotesla-range intensity electromagnetic
fields
led to marked improvements in body image perception as seen on a repeat
of the same test each patient.
R. Sandyk, Improvement of Body Image Perception in Parkinson's Disease
Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci,
82(3-4), June 1995, p. 269-283.
This article reports on the cases of four medicated Parkinsonian patients
who experienced reversal of visuospatial impairments as measured the Clock
Drawing Test following treatment with externally applied weak electromagnetic
fields of picotesla-range intensity.
R. Sandyk, Reversal of Visuospatial Deficit on the Clock Drawing Test
in Parkinson's Disease Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields, International
Journal of Neurosci, 82(3-4), June 1995, p. 255-268.
This article reports on the case of a 68-year-old male patient suffering
from Parkinson's disease over a period of 7 years. The patient had experienced
little
relief from traditional medical therapy. Treatment with external application
of picotesla-range magnetic fields led to quick improvements with respect
to
tremor and foot dystonia, gait, postural reflexes, mood, anxiety, and
cognitive and autonomic functions.
R. Sandyk K. Derpapas, The Effects of External picoTesla Range Magnetic
Fields on the EEG in Parkinson's Disease, International Journal of Neurosci,
70(1-2), May 1993, p. 85-96.
This article reports on the cases of four Parkinsonian patients who
exhibited significant improvements in motor symptoms following treatment
with externally
applied magnetic fields of picotesla-range intensity.
R. Sandyk K. Derpapas, Further Observations on the Unique Efficacy of
PicoTesla Range Magnetic Fields in Parkinson's Disease, International Journal
of
Neurosci, 69(1-4), March-April 1993, p. 67-83
This article reports on two cases of fully medicated Parkinson's patients
who experienced enhanced visuoperceptive functions as measured numerous
drawing tests following extracranial treatment with picotesla-range
magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk R.P. Iacono, Rapid Improvement of Visuoperceptive Functions
picoTesla Range Magnetic Fields in Patients with Parkinson's Disease,
International Journal of Neurosci, 70(3-4), June 1993, p. 233-254.
This article reports on the case of a 69-year-old Parkinsonian patient
on full medication who experienced a marked improvement on several different
drawing tests following 30 minutes of treatment with picotesla-range
magnetic fields.
R. Sandyk, The Effects of PicoTesla Range Magnetic Fields on Perceptual
Organization and Visual Memory in Parkinsonism, International Journal of
Neurosci, 73(3-4), December 1993, p. 207-219
This article reports on the case of a Parkinson's patient suffering
from severe movement problems who received treatment with external artificial
weak
magnetic fields with a frequency of 2 Hz and intensity of 7.5 picotesla
over a period of 6 minutes. Results showed a significant attenuation in
disability and
near total reversal of the symptoms lasting approximately 72 hours.
The patient then applied equivalent magnetic fields on a daily basis at
home. Sustained
improvement was seen throughout an observation of one month.
R. Sandyk, Magnetic Fields in the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease,
International Journal of Neurosci, 63(1-2), March 1992, p. 141-150.
This article reports on the case of a 67-year-old male patient suffering
from Parkinson's disease and levodopa-related motor fluctuations. Treatment
with the
application of external weak magnetic fields led to improvements in
general Parkinsonian symptoms along with the amelioration of symptoms.
R. Sandyk, Weak Magnetic Fields in the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease
with the Phenomenon, International Journal of Neurosci, 66(1-2), September
1992, p. 97-106.
Peripheral Neuritis
In this study, patients suffering from peripheral neuritis were exposed
to high-frequency electromagnetic radiation on acupuncture points. EMR
was
generated Electronica-EnF, Aria, and Porog devices with tunable frequencies
ranging between 53 and 78 GHz. Treatments were daily and lasted 25
minutes. Results showed full restoration of nerve function in 87 percent
of patients.
O. Vassilenko and N.F. Vassilenko, Use of Extremely High Frequency Electromagnetic
Radiation for Treating Peripheral Neuritis, Second World Congress
for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997,
Bologna, Italy.
Pneumonia
Results of this study showed that magnetic laser therapy decreased the
severity of acute respiratory insufficiency and treatment course, and prevented
destructive complications in children with infiltrative acute destructive
pneumonia between the ages of 1 and 12 years.
E.A. Gaidashev, An Evaluation of the Effect of Magnetic-laser Therapy
on External Respiratory Function in Complicated Forms of Acute Pneumonia
in
Children, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (3), May-June 1995,
p. 2-14.
Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
This study found both pulsed magnetic field treatment (20-30 minutes
per day) and whole body alternating current magnetic field treatment (30
minutes per
day) to be effective therapies for post-herpetic neuralgia in older
patients. Pulsed magnetic field treatment consisted of 0.6-T (6-kG) samarium/cobalt
magnets surrounded spiral coils generating a maximum 0.1-T pulse. Pads
were pasted on the sensory areas innervated the dorsal root of the spinal
cord
where there was scar-association pain or paresthesia. Stimuli were
delivered at 280 V and 8 Hz. Alternating current magnetic field treatment
involved a
treatment bed consisting of 19 electrodes containing paired coils and
with a maximum magnetic flux density around the electrodes of 0.08 T.
C. Kusaka, Pulse Magnetic Treatment and Whole-Body, Alternating Current
Magnetic Treatment for Post-Herpetic Neuralgia, Journal of Japanese
Biomagnetism Bioelectromagnetics Society, 8(2), 1995, p. 29-38.
Pseudoarthrosis
In this study, 92 congenital pseudoarthrosis patients received treatment
with pulsing electromagnetic fields. Results indicated a 76-percent rate
of lesion
recovery.
J.S. Kort, et al., Congenital Pseudoarthrosis of the Tibia: Treatment
with Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields, Clin Orthop, (165), May 1982, p. 124-137.
In this study, 34 patients with congenital pseudoarthrosis-associated
infantile nonunions received treatment with pulsing electromagnetic fields.
Results
indicated that 50 percent experienced full healing, 21 percent experienced
healing with need for protections, and 29 percent experienced failure.
The majority
of failures were among men with a history of early fracture. Following
the demonstration of coil effects, the PEMF treatment was combined with
surgical
realignment, immobilization, and grafting.
C.A. Bassett, Congenital Pseudarthroses of the Tibia: Treatment with
Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields, Clin Orthop, (154),
January-February 1981, p. 136-148.
In this study, 29 congenital pseudoarthrosis patients received extremely-low-frequency
pulsing electromagnetic fields. Results: Over 70 percent experienced
full healing, 21 percent experienced healing with need for protections,
and 29 percent experienced failure. The majority of failures were among
men with a
history of early fracture.
C.A. Bassett, A Non-operative Salvage of Surgically-resistant Pseudarthroses
and Non-unions Pulsing Electromagnetic Fields. A Preliminary Report, Clin
Orthop, May 1977, p. 128-143.
In this article, the authors report on their own clinical use of electrodynamic
field therapy in the treatment of 271 pseudoarthrosis patients over a period
of 8
years. They report bony healing in 92 percent of such cases.
F. Lechner, Treatment of Infected Pseudoarthroses with Electrodynamic
Field Therapy, Fortschr Med, 97(20), May 24, 1979, p. 943-949.
This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on
91 patients with congenital pseudoarthrosis of the tibia. Results showed
an overall
success rate of 72 percent.
C.A. Bassett M. Schink-Ascani, Long-term Pulsed Electromagnetic Field
(PEMF) Results in Congenital Pseudarthrosis, Calcif Tissue Int, 49(3),
September
1991, p. 216-220.
Results of this study indicated that treatment with pulsed electromagnetic
fields had beneficial effects in children suffering from congenital pseudoarthrosis.
M.L. Sutcliffe A.A. Goldberg, The Treatment of Congenital Pseudoarthrosis
of the Tibia with Pusling Electromagnetic Fields: A Survey of 52 Cases,
Clinical
Orthop, (166), 1982, p. 45-57.
Results of this study indicated that pulsed electromagnetic fields (72
Hz) can be an effective therapy for patients suffering from lesions associated
with
congenital pseudoarthroses when treatment is combined with appropriate
orthopedic management.
J.S. Kort C.A.L. Bassett, Role of Electricity in the Treatment of Congenital
Pseudoarthrosis of the Tibia, Reconstr Surg Traumatol, 19, 1985, p. 140-146.
Psychiatric Disorders
Noting the well-established dangers associated with electroconvulsive
therapy, the author, in this theoretical article, argues that transcranial
magnetic
stimulation should be looked at as an alternative psychiatric treatment.
The author asserts that TMS has several advantages over ECT in that it
is painless,
noninvasive, and more effective on deep structures of the brain.
T. Zyss, Deep Magnetic Brain Stimulation - The End of Psychiatric Electroshock
Therapy? Medical Hypotheses, 43(2), 1994, p. 69-74.
Respiratory Problems
Results of this study showed that the use of low-frequency magnetic
fields helped to prevent and treat critically ill patients suffering from
pyoinflammatory
bronchopulmonary complications, and to prevent such complications as
well.
G.A. Mozhaev IIu Tikhonovskii, The Prevention and Treatment of Suppurative-inflammatory
Complications in the Bronchopulmonary System During
Prolonged Artificial Ventilation, Anesteziol Reanimatol, (4), July-August
1002, p. 47-51.
This article reports on the case of a schizophrenic patient suffering
from respiratory difficulties associated with neuroleptic withdrawal. Treatment
using
external application of picotesla-range magnetic fields quickly attenuated
the severity of such problems.
R. Sandyk K. Derpapas, Successful Treatment of Respiratory Dyskinesia
with picoTesla Range Magnetic Fields, International Journal of Neurosci,
75(1-2),
March 1994, p. 91-102.
Sexual Disorders
Results of this placebo-controlled study showed that magnetotherapy
exhibited beneficial effects with respect to cavernous blood flow in male
patients
suffering from sexual problems.
I.I. Gorpinchenko, The Use of Magnetic Devices in Treating Sexual Disorders
in Men, Lik Sprava, (3-4), March-April 1995, p. 95-97.
This study examined the effects of a combination pulsing magnetic field
(PMF)/vacuum therapy in the treatment of impotence. Vacuum therapy consisted
of
the penis being placed into a hermetic cylinder with a negative pressure
of 180-260 mmHg for 10-12 minutes per exposure for a total of 12-15 exposures.
PMF therapy consisted of the same length and number of exposures, with
6 Hz, 30 mT being applied to the penile area at the same time as vacuum
therapy.
Results showed that, following the combination therapy, sexual function
was restored in about 71 percent of patients, was improved in 17 percent,
and did
not change in 17 percent. For those patients receiving vacuum therapy
only, the numbers were 51, 24, and 24 percent, respectively.
I.V. Karpukhin V.A. Bogomol'nii, Local Vacuum-Magnetotherapy of Impotency
Patients, Vopr Kurortol Lech Fiz Kult, (2), 1996, p. 38-40.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
weak magnetic fields in men suffering from various sexual disorders, including
decreased erection and premature ejaculation. The three different magnetic
stimulators used included the Biopotenzor, Eros, Bioskan-1 devices. All
patients
wore one of the three devices for a 3-week period. Results showed full
restoration of sexual function in 38 percent of patients in the Biopotenzor
group, 31
percent in the Eros group, 36 percent in the Bioskan-1 group, and in
just 15 percent of the controls. Improvements in sexual function were seen
among 42
percent, 39 percent, 47 percent, and 18 percent, respectively.
I.I. Gorpinchenko, The Use of Magnetic Devices in Treating Sexual Disorders
in Men, Lik Sprava, (3-4), 1995, p. 95-97.
Sleep Disorders
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
low-energy-emission therapy significantly improved sleeping patterns among
patients
suffering from chronic psychophysiological insomnia. Therapy was administered
3 times per week, always in late afternoon and for 20 minutes, over a
period of 4 weeks.
R. Hajdukovic, Effects of Low Energy Emission Therapy (LEET) on Sleep
Structure, First World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology
and
Medicine, 14-19 June 1992, Lake Buena Vista, FL, p. 92.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
low-energy emission therapy (27 MHz amplitude-modulated electromagnetic
fields) in
patients suffering from insomnia. Treatment consisted of 3 exposures
per week over a 4-week period. Results showed significant increases in
total sleep
time among patients in the treatment group relative to controls.
M. Erman, Low-Energy Emission Therapy (LEET) Treatment for insomnia,
Bioelectromagnetics Society, 13th Annual Meeting, 23-27 June 1991, SLC,
UT, p. 69.
This review article notes that studies have found low-energy emission
therapy to be effective in the treatment of chronic insomnia, and suggests
that it may
also be of value for patients suffering from generalized anxiety disorders.
C. Guilleminault B. Pasche,Clinical Effects of Low Energy Emission Therapy,
Bioelectromagnetics Society, 15th Annual Meeting, 13-17 June 1993, L.A.,
CA, p.84
Spinal Cord Injury
Results of this study found that exposure to constant magnetic fields
improved healing in rats with experimentally induced spinal cord injury,
and in human
patients suffering from spinal cord trauma as well.
E.V. Tkach,Characteristics of the Effect of a Constant Electromagnetic
Field on Reparative Processes in Spinal Cord Injuries, Zh Nevropatol Psikhiatr,
89(5),
1989, p. 41-44.
This study examined the effects of functional magnetic stimulation used
to treat spinal cord injury in seven male patients. Results showed the
treatment to
be an effective noninvasive approach.
M.K. Sheriff, Neuromodulation of Detrusor Hyper-reflexia Functional
Magnetic Stimulation of the Sacral Roots, British Journal of Urology, 78(1),
July 1996, p. 39-46.
Stroke
Results of this study demonstrated that treatment with sinusoidal modulated
currents coupled with Tran cerebral magnetic fields proved more effective
than
either therapy on its own in the treatment of stroke patients during
the period of early rehabilitation.
F.E. Gorbunov, The Effect of Combined Transcerebral Magnetic and Electric
Impulse Therapy on the Cerebral and Central Hemodynamic Status of Stroke
Patients in the Early Rehabilitation Period, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter
Lech Fiz Kult, (3),
May-June 1996, p. 21-24.
This study found that exposure to pulsed electromagnetic fields following
focal cerebral ischemia provided significant protection against neuronal
damage,
in rabbits.
G. Grant, Protection Against Focal Cerebral Ischemia Following Exposure
to a Pulsed Electromagnetic Field, Bioelectromagnetics, 15(3),
1994, p. 205-216.
Results of this study pointed to the efficacy of magnetic field therapy
in the treatment of patients suffering from a variety of conditions associated
with different
brain vascular diseases.
N.Y. Gilinskaia, Magnetic Fields in Treatment of Vascular Diseases of
the Brain, Magnitologiia, 1, 1991, p. 13-17.
Synovitis
This study examined the effects of magnetic fields on synovitis in rats.
Results showed that the placement of a 3800-gauss magnet on the bottom
of the
cage significantly suppressed inflammation associated with the condition,
relative to controls.
A. Weinberger, Treatment of Experimental Inflammatory Synovitis with
Continuous Magnetic Field, Isr Journal of Med Sci, 32(12), December 1996,
p.
1197-1201.
Tendonitis
Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that
pulsed electromagnetic field therapy exhibited significant beneficial effects
in the
treatment of patients suffering from persistent rotator cuff tendonitis.
A. Binder, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy of Persistent Rotator
Cuff Tendinitis. A Double-blind Controlled Assessment, Lancet, 1(8379),
March 31, 1984, p. 695-698.
Tourette's Syndrome
This article reports on the case of a 6-year-old boy suffering from
Tourette's syndrome who experienced improvements in visuoconstructional
and
visuomotor skills, along with more general symptomatic improvements,
following the extracranial application of electromagnetic fields in the
picotesla range
of intensity.
R. Sandyk, Improvement of Right Hemispheric Functions in a Child with
Gilles de la Tourette's Syndrome Weak Electromagnetic Fields," International
Journal of Neurosci, 81(3-4), April 1995, p. 199-213.
Tuberculosis
This study examined the efficacy of millimeter waves combined with conventional
drug treatment in patients suffering from tuberculosis. MW therapy
consisted of 10 exposures of the thymus area for 60 minutes per day
using a Yavor apparatus (6.4 or 7.1 mm wavelength). Controls received drug
treatment only. Results indicated that while MW/drug therapy had no
effect on the clearance of the tuberculosis bacteria, it did facilitate
clinical recovery faster
than drug therapy alone.
A. Khomenko, Use of Millimeter-Range Electromagnetic Radiation in Complex
Therapy for Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Millimetrovie Volni v Biologii I Meditcine,
(3), 1994, p. 53-61.
This study examined the effects of extremely-high-frequency therapy
as administered via a 1 apparatus (7.1 mm wavelength) on tuberculosis patients.
Results showed a 25-percent improvement in patients receiving the therapy
as a pathogenic treatment. A 72-percent improvement rate was seen among
patients who received the therapy as treatment for concurrent diseases.
T.V. Kalinina V.D. Churaev, Expense with the Use of the EHF-Therapy
at Ryasan' Regional Clinical TB Dispensary, Millimetrovie Volni v Biologii
i Meditcine,
(4), 1994, p. 52-53.
This controlled study examined the effects of constant elastic electromagnetic
fields (40 mT) in patients suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis. Therapy
consisted of 30-45 minute daily application of either a single magnet
or a pair of magnets placed on the chest at an area high in skin temperature
over a 1-3
month period. When coupled with conventional treatments, one third
of patients receiving the constant electromagnetic fields experienced healing
of
tubercular cavities. contrast, only one fifth of patients receiving
conventional treatment alone experienced such effects. One month into combination
treatment, there was no evidence of mycobacterium tuberculosis in the
sputum in half the patients relative to only one third of controls.
A.S. Solov'ena, Use of Constant Magnetic Field for Increasing the Effectiveness
of Chemotherapy in Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Probl Tuberk,
8,
1987, p. 53-56.
Ulcers (Gastric and Duodenal)
Results of this study showed that the administration of mill metric
electromagnetic waves helped to normalize blood properties, subsequently
improving the
effectiveness of more conventional gastric and duodenal ulcer treatment.
M.V. Poslavskii, Treatment of Peptic Ulcer Electromagnetic Irradiation
of the Millimetric Range, Sov Med, (1), 1989, p. 29-31.
This study examined the effects of millimeter wave (MW) therapy in 317
patients suffering from duodenal and gastric ulcers. MW therapy consisted
of 30
minutes per day exposure of the epigastric area apparatus,(10 mW/cm2,
5.6-mm wavelength) until complete ulcer cicatrisation was achieved. Results
showed a 95-percent rate of ulcer cicatrisation in patients receiving
the treatment compared to a 78-percent rate in controls. One year follow
up showed a
54-percent ulcer recurrence rate in MW-treated patients, which was
markedly less than the rate for controls.
M.V. Poslavsky, Experience with Application of Millimeter-Range Radiation
for Treatment and Prophylaxis of Stomach and Duodenal Ulcer, Vopr Kurortol
Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (4),1989, p. 31-36.
This controlled study found extremely-high-frequency therapy to be an
effective treatment in patients suffering from duodenal ulcers. Treatment
consisted of
5-10 exposures, lasting 20-30 minutes, and making use of the G4-142
apparatus (53.5-70.0 GHz frequency range).
M.V. Teppone, Extremely-High Frequency Therapy of Duodenal Ulcer, Klin
Med, 9(10), 1991, p. 74-77.
This study compared the effects of traditional drug treatment (TDT)
to those of microwave resonance therapy (MRT) in patients suffering from
duodenal
ulcers. Results indicated the mean hospital stay for patients in the
TDT group was approximately 22 days. Throughout this period, ulcers healed
in 38
percent of patients, were reduced in 17 percent, showed no change in
43 percent, and increased in 2 percent. No pain relief was seen in 32 percent.
contrast, mean discharge time for patients in the MRT group was approximately
12 days. Pain was generally stopped in 3-6 days. Complete healing
occurred in 81 percent, a decrease was seen in 16 percent, and ulcer
size did not change in just 3 percent. Remission occurred in 98 percent
of such patients.
S.S. Dudka, A Comparative Assessment of the Efficacy of Drug Therapy
and Microwave Resonance Therapy for Ulcerative Disease of the Duodenum,"
Fundamental and Applied Aspects of the Use of Millimeter Electromagnetic
Radiation in Medicine. Abstracts of the 1st All-Union Symposium with
International Participation, May 10-13, 1989, Kiev, Ukraine, p. 195-197.
In this study, microwave resonance therapy (MRT) was administered to
2642 patients suffering from duodenal ulcers and to 78 with gastric ulcers.
Treatment involved the use of a G4-142 device (53.6-78.3 GHz, less
than 2 mW/cm2 incident power) as well as Electronika-KVCh and Porog-1 devices.
Patients received 6-12 daily exposures of between 20 and 25 minutes.
Results showed a total ulcer cicatrization in 80 percent of patients, and
arrested pain
syndrome in almost 100 percent.
V.A. Kutzenok,Microwave Resonance Therapy of Stomach and Duodenal ulcers,
Fundamental and Applied Aspects of the Use of Millimeter Electromagnetic
Radiation in Medicine. Abstracts of the 1st All-Union Symposium with
International Participation, May 10-13, 1989, Kiev, Ukraine, p. 192-193.
Ulcers (Trophic)
This study examined the use of magnetotherapy coupled with galvanization
and intratissue electrophoresis in 86 patients suffering from trophic ulcers.
A
"Potok-1" apparatus with a density of current equal to 0.05-0.1 mA/cm2
was used to create an electrical field. The "MAG-30 apparatus for low-frequency
magnetotherapy with induction of 30 mT and area of exposure of 20 cm2
was applied to a trophic ulcer site at the same time. Results led the authors
to
conclude that magnetogalvanotherapy is the recommended treatment for
trophic ulcers of the lower extremities.
A.V. Alekseenko, Use of Magnetic Therapy Combined with Galvanization
and Tissue Electrophoresis in the Treatment of Trophic Ulcers, Klin Khir,
(7-8),
1993, p. 31-34.
This review article discusses the theoretical and clinical applications
of magnetic field therapy in the treatment of trophic ulcers of the lower
limbs.
A. Sieron, Use of Magnetic Field in Treatment of Trophic Leg Ulcers,
Pol Tyg Lek, 46(37-39), September 1991, p. 717-719.
This study looked at the effects of conventional trophic ulcer treatment
alone and in combination with alternating magnetic field (AMF) or constant
magnetic
field (CMF) exposures in a group of patients suffering from various
types of trophic ulcers of the lower limbs. Results showed an average hospital
stay of 31
days in the CMF group and 27 days in the AMF group, compared to 40
days among controls. Based on these and related findings, the authors suggest
combination AMF therapy to be most effective.
I.G. Sukhotnik,Comparative Effectiveness of Using Constant and Alternating
Magnetic Fields in the Treatment of Trophic Ulcers, Vest Khir, 144(6),
1990, p. 123-124.
This placebo-controlled study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic
fields in the treatment of decubitus ulcers in hospitalized elderly patients
with
stage II and III pressure ulcers. Patients received daily PEMF stimulation
in conjunction with conventional treatment for a period of up to 5 weeks.
The
findings were that combined PEMF/conventional treatment was superior
to conventional treatment and to the placebo received controls.
S. Comorosan, The Effect of Diapulse Therapy on the Healing of Decubitus
Ulcer, Romanian Journal of Physiol, 30(1-2),
1993, p. 41-45.
Results of this study found that the daily use of electromagnetolaser
therapy decreased mean healing time in patients suffering from lower extremity
trophic
ulcers to approximately 18 days, compared with approximately 26 days
in patients receiving laser therapy alone.
F.V. Galimzianov, Laser and Electromagnetolaser Therapy for Trophic
Ulcers of the Lower Extremities in Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Vestn
Khir Im I I Grek,
152(5-6), 1994, p. 70-72.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that treatment with
non thermal pulsed electromagnetic energy (PEMET) accelerated would healing
in
spinal cord injury patients suffering from stage II and III pressure
ulcers. PEMET treatment consisted of pulsed 27.12-MHz energy produced via
a Diapulse
device. Energy was delivered the use of a treatment head placed in
wound dressings, in 30-minute periods twice a day for 12 weeks or until
sores healed.
C.A. Salzberg, The Effects of Non-Thermal Pulsed Electromagnetic Energy
on Wound Healing of Pressure Ulcers in Spinal Cord-Injured Patients: A
Randomized, Double-Blind Study, Wounds: A Compendium of Clinical Research
and Practice, 7(1), 1995, p. 11-16.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
pulsed electromagnetic fields (75 Hz, 2.7 mT) applied 4 hours per day for
a maximum of
3 months coupled with conventional therapies in patients suffering
from trophic lesions. Results showed the treatment to have positive effects,
but only on
small lesions.
M. Jeran, PEMF Stimulation of Skin Ulcers of Venous Origin in Humans:
Preliminary Report of a Double Blind Study, Journal of Bioelectr, 6(2),
1987, p. 181-188.
Urinary Problems
In this article, the authors report on their successful use of magnetic-laser
therapy in inflammations of the urinary system in a urological clinic setting.
O.B. Loran, Magnetic-laser Therapy in Inflammatory and Posttraumatic
Lesions of the Urinary System, Urol Nefrol (Mosk), (5),
September-October 1996, p. 10-14.
Results of this study showed magnetolaser therapy to be effective in
the treatment of patients suffering from urolithiasis (stone formation).
Magnetolaser
therapy involved the use of a Milita device with a 35-mT magnetic field.
V.P. Avdoshin, Assessment of Magnetolaser Therapy in Comparison with
Other Methods of Treatment of Patients with Urolithiasis, Fiz Med, 4(1-2),
1994, p. 102-103.
Wound Healing
This study examined the effects of static magnetic fields on postoperative
wounds in 21 patients undergoing plastic surgery. Magnetic patches ranging
in
thickness from 1 to 6 mm, and 2450 to 3950 G field strength were administered
over the area of operation for a total of 48 hours. Thirteen patients received
the magnets after pain or edema had appeared and 8 received them prophylactically.
Results showed a decrease in pain, edema, and coloration in
approximately 60 percent of patients. Such symptoms disappeared entirely
in 75 percent.
D. Man, Effect of Permanent Magnetic Field on Postoperative Pain and
Wound Healing in Plastic Surgery, Second World Congress for Electricity
and
Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
Results of this study indicated that treatment with pulsating electromagnetic
field either alone or in combination with laser therapy exhibited healing
effects
with respect to peripheral nerve lesions and general wound healing
relative to controls.
B. Vukovic-Jankovic, Peripheral Nerve Regeneration Stimulated Pulsating
Electromagnetic (PEMF) Field and Laser, Second World Congress for Electricity
and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of
a magnetic treatment device taped over the carpal tunnel against wrist
pain sustained at
work among a group of turkey plant employees. Results showed that the
device was effective in alleviating such pain and that it was free of side
effects.
M.J. McLean, Treatment of Wrist Pain in the Work Place with a Static
Magnetic Device - Interim Report of a Clinical Trial, Second World Congress
for
Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, June 8-13, Bologna,
Italy.
Results of this controlled study showed that low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic
fields produced significant beneficial cutaneous wound healing effects
in rats.
O. Patino, Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields in Experimental Cutaneous Wound
Healing in Rats, Journal of Burn Care Rehabil, 17(6 PT 1), 1996, p. 528-531.
This double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that treatment with
non thermal pulsed radio frequency energy accelerated would healing in
spinal cord
injury patients suffering from stage II and III pressure ulcers. RF
treatment consisted of pulsed 27.12-MHz energy produced via a Diapulse
device, with
energy delivered via a treatment head placed in wound dressings, in
30-minute periods twice a day for 12 weeks or until sores healed.
C.A. Salzberg, The Effects of Non-Thermal Pulsed Electromagnetic Energy
on Wound Healing of Pressure Ulcers in Spinal Cord-Injured Patients: A
Randomized, Double-Blind Study, Ostomy Wound Manage, 41(3), 1995, p.
42-51.
After a discussion of the mechanics involved in the use of pulsed electromagnetic
energy in the treatment of disease, the author discusses findings from
recent studies pointing to the therapy's effectiveness with respect
to the treatment of acute soft-tissue lesions.
G.C. Coats,Pulsed Electromagnetic (Short-Wave) Energy Therapy, British
Journal of Sports Medicine, 23(4),1989, p. 213-216.
Results of this placebo-controlled study indicated that low-intensity
continuous microwave radiation administered over a period of 7 days was
effective in
treating post-operative purulent wounds associated with abdominal surgery.
N.N. Korpan T. Saradeth, Clinical Effects of Continous Microwave for
Postoperative Septic Wound Treatment: A Double-Blind Controlled Trial,
American
Journal of Surgery, 170(3), 1995, p. 271-276.
Results of this study showed that combined magneto/laser therapy reduced
inflammation and wound suppuration, and enhanced tissue healing
significantly in patients suffering from gunshot wounds relative to
conventional treatment only.
N. Bairamov, Magnetolaser Therapy in Complex Treatment of Gunshot Wounds,"
All-Union Symposium: Laser and Magnetic Therapy in Experimental and
Clinical Studies, 16-18 June 1993, Obnisk, Kaluga Region, Russia, p.
184-185.
Noting that pulsed electromagnetic fields have been used in bone healing
for more than 20 years, this review article cites recent results from both
animal
and human studies pointing to the efficacy of PEMF in the treatment
of soft-tissue injuries as well.
B.F. Sisken J. Walker, Therapeutic Aspects of Electromagnetic Fields
for Soft-Tissue Healing, in M. Blank, (ed.), Electromagnetic Fields: Biological
Interactions and Mechanisms, Washington, D.C.: American Chemical Society,1995,
p. 277-285.
This double-blind study examined the effects of postoperative nonthermal
pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields on edema formation and bruise
healing in boys undergoing orchidopexy. Treatment involved exposure
3 times daily for the first 4 days following surgery. Significant effects
with respect to
rate of bruise resolution were reported in patients receiving the treatment
relative to controls.
R.H.C. Bentall H.B. Eckstein, A Trial Involving the Use of Pulsed Electro-Magnetic
Therapy on Children Undergoing Orchidopexy, Z. Kinderchir, 17(4), 1975,
p.
380-389.
This controlled study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic
fields in patients suffering from chronic productive inflammation or orbital
tissue. PEMF
treatment consisted of 7-10 minute daily exposures over a period of
10 days. Controls received conventional treatment only. Both groups showed
good
improvement, but patients treated with the PEMFs recovered significantly
faster than did controls.
L.S. Teren'eva, Treatment of Chronic Productive Inflammation of Orbital
Tissues with a Pulsed Electromagnetic Field, Oftalmol Zh, 1, 1996, p. 1-5.
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