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The healing effects of magnetotherapy

by Dr. Zsolt Zatrok 2023-10-06

Magnetotherapy is an integral part of physiotherapy treatments in Western medicine. It is one of the most commonly used methods of complex therapy for musculoskeletal disorders affecting the bones, joints and tendons. In recent years, it has fallen into disuse in this country, thanks to the ‘scammers’ who have conned many people by offering magnetotherapy as a panacea for everything. It is time to set the record straight: clinical studies have shown that magnetotherapy has beneficial effects, but not for all diseases! For musculoskeletal disorders, their use is proven and absolutely recommended.

History of magnetotherapy

Magnetism is not an invention of today’s doctors, physiotherapists and naturopaths. The Chinese used magnetic stones to harmonise meridians 3,500 years ago, Cleopatra slept with a magnetic headband at night in Egypt, and Hippocrates and Aristotle wrote about it in praise. In the 1400s, Paracelcus called the magnet a miracle of medicine, “the like of which cannot be found far or near.” Franz Anton Mesmer, a German physician in the 18th century, called magnetism the harmony of the life force.

The use of electricity, and thus electromagnets, began in the 19th century, but did not last long as medicine began to favour the newly emerging synthetic medicines. From the 1960s, however, magnetism began to be used again. The main reason for this was that people began to realise that taking drugs regularly can have a lot of side effects and that it is worthwhile to favour methods that do not have side effects wherever possible.

More recently, the medical science of medicine has been moving towards the 1960s.

The Swiss Eugen Konrad Müller and the American Harold Saxton Burr realised that the essential life processes of the body are electromagnetic in nature. Research into electromagnetism is ongoing. Robert O. Becker, a bone surgeon at the State University of New York, was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1980. His research has demonstrated that electromagnetic treatment can accelerate and improve the healing of bone fractures.

About magnetism in general

The human body has both a unique electric field and magnetic “radiation”. Its value is constant in men and rises sharply in women during follicular rupture.

The cosmic magnetic fields of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth, as well as the technical force fields of electrical appliances and mobile phone antennas, affect your body. The forces generated by electrical equipment can disrupt the functioning of your body. The effects of electrical pollution, electrosmog, are not well understood today, but they are probably not beneficial.

Some indicative data on the magnitude of the magnetic force: the Earth’s magnetic field is about. In MRI scans, a magnetic field of 10 000 – 30 000 Gauss (=1-3 Tesla) is used.

The Earth’s magnetic field is approximately 0.5 G (Gauss), while the magnets used in industry are between 300 and 5000 G.

It has been proven that every cell in our body actively responds to magnetism and this is also used in MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans.

Magnetic fields can be weak (up to 0.001-10mT), medium (10mT-1000mT) and strong (above 1000mT). Weak magnetic fields include the Earth’s magnetic field, which has only a weak effect on human tissues. Medium magnetic forces cause temporary morphological and functional changes in the body. Persistently strong magnetic fields have genetic damage (they are not even used in medicine).

Magnetic field strength is now expressed in Tesla, the old unit being Gauss. This is why some devices still use the Gauss (1 Gauss = 0.1 mT). Magnetotherapy devices operate in the medium strength range.

Magnetotherapy is the application of the healing power of magnetic fields

Pulsed magnetotherapy is based on a low-intensity, low-frequency, pulsed electromagnetic field. It is completely harmless to the body. Because the intensity and frequency of the magnetic fields are constantly changing (pulsating), the body does not become accustomed to the stimulus.A mat, cloth, or pillow with coils inside, through which an electric current passes, provides the treatment. This generates the magnetic field.

Magnetic therapy has a biostimulant effect. It is not the magnetism itself that heals, but the energy production and regeneration processes of the cells and tissues in the magnetic field that are “boosted”

The magnetic field helps cells to function more efficiently. It speeds up the transport of nutrients and oxygen and the elimination of waste products. Electromagnetism increases tissue oxygenation, lowers blood pressure and pulse rate, improves bone formation and strengthens connective tissues, provides intensive blood circulation, stimulates protein synthesis, accelerates the elimination of waste products, among other things. Magnetism facilitates biochemical reactions.

Regularly providing this help gradually leads to healing. Magnetotherapy is not a fast treatment. Usually a course of treatment lasting a few weeks has an effect.

The effects of magnetotherapy

relieves joint pain in arthritis
stimulates the activity of bone-building cells in osteoarthritis
accelerates the activity of bone-building cells and thus the healing of fractures
reduces migraines, toothache, muscle stiffness
stimulates cellular metabolism to accelerate the healing of wounds and scars
reduces psychological complaints and stress, and is also excellent for improving sleep
muscle relaxant, pain reliever, immune system stimulant, cell metabolism enhancer, as proven by clinical studies and tests
the patient treated can usually significantly reduce or even stop taking painkillers
benefit not only the bones but also the cartilage tissue. For example, in the case of knee or hip pain, it can not only relieve the pain but also help regenerate cartilage tissue.

Areas of application

bone arthritis, Sudeck’s atrophy
stimulation of bone fracture healing
joint healing
femoral neck fracture, femoral head necrosis
stabilisation of the loose prosthesis
assistance of ossification after prosthesis surgery
inflammatory and degenerative joint and spinal diseases (arthritis, arthrosis)
tendinitis, bursitis, fibromyalgia
sports injuries, accidental muscle, tendon, ligament injuries, haematomas
leg ulcer, burns, bedsores
diabetic angiopathy (i.e. vascular lesions caused by diabetes)
trigeminal neuralgia
muscular stiffness (spasticity)
sleep disorders, concentration disorders, stress relief
relief of central muscle spasm after stroke
fat metabolism disorders, increasing the effectiveness of weight loss

Magnetotherapy and tumours

Medical professionals often recommend magnetic therapy as an adjunct to radiotherapy and chemotherapy for treating tumours. While several studies have examined the issue, they found that, although 80-90% of treated patients reported improved well-being and relief from treatment side effects, they did not identify any measurable outcome for the tumours beyond subjective treatment responses.

According to those who oppose the use of magnetotherapy in cancer patients, magnetism causes cellular processes, including cancer cells, to accelerate and can lead to an acceleration of cancer cell growth. So far, researchers have not conclusively proven any of these claims. As a result, most medical experts do not recommend the use of magnetotherapy devices in cancer cases.

Magnetotherapy devices for home use

Magnetic therapy helps your body to heal itself but is not a substitute for medical treatment. Do not start self-medication without a diagnosis. Before buying and using a magnetotherapy device, seek expert advice!

As I mentioned above, magnetotherapy is a basic method of physical therapy for musculoskeletal disorders. You can use it safely and comfortably at home.

Magnetotherapy uses a magnetic field stronger than the Earth’s magnetic field.

On the screen of the device, you have to select a treatment from a list of medically verified protocols for the specific condition. For example, for osteoporosis you would select “osteoporosis”, for arthritis you would select “arthritis” and pressing the start button would start the treatment. This makes it extremely easy to use, while you can carry out the treatment in the comfort and intimacy of your home. No need to travel, queue or wait.

Do not use if you have a pacemaker or other electronic implant, after organ transplant, during pregnancy, cancer, epilepsy, TB, AIDS, severe infection, bleeding conditions, fever, infectious disease, mental illness, heart failure, thyroid disease, liver or kidney failure, overactive hormone disorders.

Treatment time is usually from 30 minutes to a few hours per day (!). A course of treatment can last from 3 weeks to a few months! In this article, I have written about the practical implementation of magnetotherapy treatment. I also list general treatment protocols for a number of conditions.

I recommend these magnetotherapy devices.

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8 therapy programs (Fractures, Back Pain, Osteoporosis, etc.)
PEMF (pulsed magnetic field therapy)
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insomnia and magnetotherapy for restful sleep

Treatments

Restful sleep. Want to know how to get it?

by Dr. Zsolt Zatrok 2021-11-26

Wake up tired and thanks to coffee, you can get through the morning feeling sleepy even after lunch. But when evening comes, no sleep comes to your eyes. You lie in bed and hours go by without falling asleep. You watch TV, spin your mobile, read a book… At dawn you finally fall asleep, but soon the alarm rings. You have to get up to go to work. And this exhausting routine repeats itself day after day. Thousands of people sigh in the same way: “Restful sleep…How is it possible?”

According to scientific data, nearly 20% of the population (almost a quarter of the population) suffers from insomnia. This causes health problems for many of them.

Magnetic therapy is known to speed up the healing of broken and cracked bones, improve joint problems and help treat bone oedema.

But did you know that pulsating magnet therapy (PEMF) helps you sleep deeply and restfully?

In this article, I’ll talk about why and how magnetotherapy can help you sleep more deeply and soundly.

Lack of restful sleep

Lack of restful sleep can lead to physical and mental problems. Work, daily stress… from morning to bedtime you need a lot of energy to keep active. Most of this energy is “earned” at night, while you sleep.

If you don’t sleep well, your energy stores don’t get recharged.

And it’s not just an energy problem. A prolonged lack of restful sleep can lead to health problems, as sleep deprivation has been shown to be harmful to the body and mind:

Weakens the immune system, increases the risk of infections
Influences mood
If sleep deprivation is regular, it can lead to anxiety and depression
Influence on mental health. It impairs physical and mental performance
Diminished concentration increases the risk of accidents (at home, driving, work, etc.)
Learning ability is impaired
Can cause cardiovascular problems
Increases the risk of high blood pressure
Reduces growth hormone production
Influences metabolism. Susceptible to obesity.
Lack of deep sleep depletes you and makes you more “worn out”

Fatigue drags you down day by day. If you don’t sleep or rest at night, you don’t have enough energy and you not only suffer physical aches and pains, but also psychological disorders.

How does PEMF treatment help?

PEMF stands for Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field. But how does it improve sleep quality and relaxation?

The pulsed magnetic field has a biomodulating effect, i.e. it activates, stimulates and supports certain physiological processes. Two main effects play a role in improving sleep:

Improving blood circulation and increasing oxygenation
Activating mitochondria

PEMF has been shown to increase blood circulation by up to 200%, especially in the smallest capillaries (i.e. the microcirculation is most affected). Improved circulation delivers more oxygen and nutrients to cells. This sets the stage for increased metabolism.

Another important effect of a pulsating magnetic field is to increase mitochondrial function. The mitochondria are responsible for the production of energy in cells, which is essential for the cell to function.

Mitochondria and health

Every cell in your body has mitochondria, but not all of them have the same number. For example, there are hundreds of them in the cells of muscles, liver, brain, kidneys, because they need a lot of energy to function properly.

Mitochondria are the energy-producing powerhouses of the body – they convert nutrients into energy-storing molecules (ATP, adenosine triphosphate). ATP is essential for existence. ATP is required for all cellular functions, including the flow of substances across the cell membrane, protein and enzyme synthesis, and regeneration. If mitochondria are not functioning properly, ATP production is reduced or stopped. As this is your body’s essential energy source, you are powerless and unmotivated without ATP.

Inadequate mitochondrial function results in tiredness and fatigue, you can’t sleep well, your brain doesn’t work properly (concentration problems, depression). Lack of energy and cellular dysfunction are directly linked to the development of inflammation, hormonal and metabolic disorders, obesity.

Your body’s vital restorative processes occur during sleep.

“What you destroy during the day, your body repairs during sleep.”

If your mitochondria aren’t working properly, you have no energy. Yet you can’t get a “good night’s sleep”, so you don’t rest and the processes that renew and regenerate your body “freeze”. It’s a vicious circle, a self-perpetuating process!

Cell health and membrane potential

Your cells are surrounded by a cell membrane. Its outer and inner sides have different distributions of electrical charges. The membrane voltage of a healthy cell is between -25 and -60 mV. Cook MR, Graham C, Cohen HD, Gerkovich MM. A replication study of human exposure to 60-Hz fields: effects on neurobehavioral measures. Bioelectromagnetics. 1992;13(4):261-85. doi: 10.1002/bem.2250130403. PMID: 1510736.

When the voltage “drops”, the consequence is that the transport of substances across the cell wall is blocked. If no “fuel” enters the cell, the mitochondria have no source of energy production. In the absence of energy, cell function stops. This also stops the production of proteins, enzymes and other substances.

The result is a flare-up of inflammation, joint pain and prolonged wound healing. There may be psychological problems, muscle fatigue, sleep disturbance and loss of the ability to relax.

The potential of healthy and diseased cells

The average voltage of a healthy cell is -25 mV. But they lose energy when their voltage drops below -15 mV. If the voltage falls below -5 mV, the cell dies (necrosis).

Methods that activate and regenerate mitochondria have the potential to cure disease.

Pulsating magnetic field therapy helps to “replenish” and regenerate cells that are lacking energy. Cells become functional again, and the cell membrane voltage is balanced above -25 mV. The higher the cell’s energy level, the better the body functions. The more energetic the cell is, the better the rest.

With magnetotherapy, your mitochondria start producing ATP and you regain your energy and vitality. This allows you to feel vital during the day and provides deep and restful sleep at night.

The use of magnetotherapy

“Scientific studies confirm the beneficial effects of pulsed magnetic fields on the human body”.

Pelka RB, Jaenicke C, Gruenwald J. Impulse magnetic-field therapy for insomnia: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Adv Ther. 2001 Jul-Aug;18(4):174-80. doi: 10.1007/BF02850111. PMID: 11697020.

One of the keys to sleep improvement, therefore, is the activation of mitochondria. Magnetotherapy -like microcurrent– can “recharge” mitochondria.

How does this happen?

You can have the treatment using a pulsed magnetic field therapy device. For example, there are several models of the Magnum from the Italian manufacturer Globus.

These medical devices use solenoids to generate a pulsed magnetic field in various treatment devices (cuff, pillow, mattress). All you have to do is stay in the magnetic field generated. For example, wearing a belt, sitting on a pillow or lying on a mattress.

Treatments for cell regeneration are long-lasting (6-8 hours a day is ideal). Therefore, it is best to treat yourself at night while you sleep. I have already mentioned therapeutic mattresses. The smaller ones can fit under your pillow. On the larger mattress you can treat your whole body.

Long-lasting, overnight magnetotherapy regenerates and revitalizes your cells and activates your mitochondria. The effect can be twofold: 1, you sleep more or 2, your sleep time doesn’t increase, but the depth (you sleep better)

And the result is that you wake up feeling more rested. Your performance improves.

Restful sleep with magnetotherapy

A number of scientific papers have shown that magnetotherapy can significantly improve sleep. For example, in this study, 70 percent of patients who received pulsed magnet therapy experienced significant or even complete relief of sleep problems. Another 24 percent reported a clear improvement. Only 6% reported a slight improvement. When you add up the numbers, it turns out that every single participant in the study reported a beneficial effect of magnetic field treatment. It resulted in significant or complete improvement in 70% of the participants, while the rest “only” improved.

The key: regularity, appropriate frequency and intensity

As I mentioned before about biostimulation, it stimulates your body’s processes. But it doesn’t happen in one day, in one treatment. If you treat every day, or at least every other day, the effects of each treatment will gradually build up and the results will take shape. If you take too many breaks, the process starts from zero each time – it starts and then stops for lack of repetition.

The effectiveness of regeneration depends on the frequencies and magnetic intensity used. Magnum devices are medical-grade equipment with the necessary capabilities.

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What can a Magnum device do for you?

Choose from programs that regenerate mitochondria, reduce inflammation and restore energy.

Treatments combine different magnetic intensities (Gauss) and frequencies for restful sleep, improved health and enhanced mitochondrial activation, which

Increases cellular energy
Improves oxygenation throughout the body

Naturally reduces pain and inflammation.
You’ll sleep better, get more rest.
Increase energy and vitality
Bones will be stronger and healthier
Helps the body regenerate tissues
Improves circulation and heart health

For more information, contact me and I’ll help you choose which device best suits your needs!

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Physiotherapy Treatments

Magnetotherapy in practice

by Dr. Zsolt Zatrok 2021-06-03

Magnetotherapy is a widely used physical therapy method in Western Europe. The electromagnetic field is generated by a current flowing through a coil. It accelerates microcirculation and tissue regeneration processes. Here you can read about the diseases that can be treated with magnetotherapy. In this article, I write about how to use magnetotherapy for the best results.

Key parameters of magnetotherapy

Magnetic therapy is defined by four main parameters: field strength (Gauss), frequency (Hz), duration (hours and minutes) and cycle time (DC).

The intensity of the field is still expressed in Gauss, despite the fact that the SI system uses Tesla. The magnetic intensity is an important parameter for the effectiveness of the treatment.

To give an example, the Earth’s magnetic field is 0.3-0.7 Gauss (30-70 µTesla). At the other extreme, intensities above 1000 mTesla (10 000 Gauss) can cause permanent genetic damage.

In home magnetic therapy treatments, intensities lower than 10 mTesla (100 Gauss) are used for biostimulation, and regeneration treatments, while those between 10-100 mTesla (100-1000 Gauss) are used for healing treatments.

Devices suitable for medical magnetotherapy generally use low frequencies (between 1-200 Hz). The lower frequencies in this range are mainly used to treat bone and joint disorders, while the higher frequencies are used to treat soft tissue (tendons, ligaments, muscles, blood vessels, nerves).

The time (duration) of each treatment depends on the lesion. Disorders of bone formation, such as prolonged fracture healing, pseudo-arthritis, and osteonecrosis, usually require 6-8 hours of treatment per day (for 1-2 months). For low back pain, tendonitis and similar complaints, shorter treatment times are appropriate. 30 minutes a day for 20-30 days.

The electromagnetic field can be continuous or pulsed. The cycle time (DC) determines whether there is pulsation. If the cycle time is 100%, the magnetic field is continuous. If it is below 100%, then it is pulsating. The default cycle time in Magnum devices is 50%. This means that the magnetism and the pause are of the same length (on-off). Continuous magnetism has a more intense effect on the organs, but it may not be the better one!

Pulsation often has better results! For example: you want to drive a nail into a board. If you put the hammer on the head of the nail and keep “pushing” it, the nail will not go into the board. But if you hammer it… This example, while not entirely accurate, illustrates how the intermittent pulse is different.

When to change the set programmes?

In Magnum magnetotherapy devices, the parameters of each program are set according to medical guidelines. Typically, there is no need to change them, unless your doctor suggests otherwise.

The field intensity should be changed if, for example, the area to be treated is covered with a thick bandage, plaster or other fixation. Although the magnetic field will still penetrate these, it is necessary to increase the field intensity. The frequency and cycle times for each programme are also based on medical research, so you don’t need to adjust the frequency either.

For severe bone disorders (pseudoarthritis, osteoporosis, fracture), the default treatment time for programs is set to the minimum required. In these cases, longer treatment is better. Therefore, for these, set a treatment time of several hours when you have time for longer treatment.

In general, for home use, only change the default setting on your device if your doctor specifically recommends it.

The magnetic field

A pulsating magnetic field is created by an electric current passing through a coil. A solenoid is a metal surrounded by a series of coils. The direction of the current determines the polarity, so each solenoid has a north and a south pole. The “S” indicates the South pole of the solenoid and the “N” indicates the North pole. The field is therefore created both above and below the coil.

Knowing the poles is important for correct solenoid placement.

Solenoids placed side by side

If you place a solenoid with one of its poles on the surface of the body, its magnetic field will penetrate the body. It has an effect both under the solenoid and in its immediate surroundings. If the area to be treated is large (e.g. the spine from the neck to the waist), several solenoids are needed. If only one is available, it is necessary to treat in several steps. First on the neck, then between the shoulder blades, on the back and finally on the waist. This of course takes four times as long.

If you have more than one solenoid, you can treat a larger area at once. In this case, place each solenoid with the same pole towards the skin. This way they create a common magnetic field.

Solenoids placed facing each other

Many times, a small area requires treatment. E.g. wrist fracture, leg fracture. In these situations, position the solenoid on both sides of the injured area. This method combines the magnetic field on both sides, resulting in greater and deeper penetration.

You can only achieve a coherent magnetic field if you position the coils correctly. The figure shows the polarity. The two solenoids should be aligned as parallel as possible, facing each other; otherwise, the two fields will not interconnect, resulting in a somewhat weaker effect.

Before you put the solenoid on, the first thing you should do is check the polarity. This will determine how to position it and the type of treatment it is suitable for.

You can undergo magnetic treatments while lying down. However, you can secure the solenoids with Velcro tape. So you can even treat while working in the office.

Treatment time

Like all physical therapy methods, the effects of magnetotherapy are not “immediate”. The meaning of biostimulation is: the stimulation of biological-physiological processes. For example, the healing of a broken bone is a process that takes months. A cut will close in a few days, but the scar will reach its final strength in 90-100 days.

Biostimulation treatments at regular intervals and over a long period of time (weeks) help and speed up these processes, but do not shorten them to a few days! Magnetotherapy is used to treat bones, joints and ligaments, which are particularly slow to heal, so patience and perseverance are required.

I will list some conditions and the general treatment principles, frequency and treatment times associated with them. Ask your doctor for a personalised treatment protocol. If you do not get one from him, follow the general suggestions below. You will find the necessary treatment programmes in the Magnum magnetotherapy models, but not all of them. Check the program list before you buy to see if the device is right for your needs.

GENERAL TISSUE REGENERATION

This treatment is commonly used for large-area abnormalities such as neuropathy. The main cause of this condition is damage to nerves, and receptors and insufficient regeneration. The programme can also be used to support the immune system in general and as a preventive measure. For example, starting 2-3 weeks before the “season” helps to increase the “strength” of the immune system. It helps to prevent spring-autumn flu or respiratory allergies.
General protocol: 6-8 hours a day for 12 weeks

FRACTURES

Fracture treatment programs can be used from the first day after injury. The magnetic field penetrates the plaster and plastic brace. However, the thickness of the plaster increases the distance between the solenoids and the bone. It is therefore recommended to increase the magnetic field intensity by 50-60%.
The opposite placement of the solenoids is important. Position the coils above the fracture. If you have more than one solenoid, you can use both to create a more intense magnetic field. It proves especially useful when treating a large area, such as above the femur and tibia.
General protocol: 8 hours a day for 30 days

Bone necrosis

Used when bone deficiency has been diagnosed by X-ray or MRI. Also applicable in case of insufficient bone blood supply. Injury typically causes this condition, although it can also be attributed to prolonged corticosteroid usage or excessive alcohol consumption.
General protocol: 8 hours a day for 5 months

Bone edema

Usually used for bone bruising and periosteal damage. The injury causes an abnormal accumulation of fluid around the bone. The main cause of this condition is a strong and blunt impact. The second most common cause of bone oedema is wear of the articular cartilage.
General protocol: 8 hours a day for 30 days

Delayed fracture consolidation

Used in cases where the fracture is not healing properly. This is the case in people with osteoporosis or vascular/metabolic changes. Less commonly, it may also be caused by inadequate fixation – if the broken bone ends can move. You should place the solenoids opposite each other if possible. The daily duration of treatment can vary from a few hours to 10-12 hours.
General protocol: 3-8 hours a day for 30 days

Pseudo-joint

Recommended when fracture healing exceeds nine months. For this reason, the patient has often undergone surgery and/or received synthesis devices (plates, screws or external fixators). These can make it difficult to position and fix the solenoids properly. Therefore, consultation with the treating physician is essential. An individual fitting plan may be required, taking the situation into account.
General protocol: 8 hours a day for 5 months

Osteoporosis

Magnetic therapy is recommended for progressive (gradual) weakening of the bone structure. Bone tissue is vital for supporting the body. Bone structure undergoes continuous changes throughout our lives. In osteoporosis, this bone remodelling mechanism is distorted, resulting in structural weakening of the bone.
The pulsed electromagnetic field activates the bone-building processes. It restores the balance between the activity of osteoblasts (the cells responsible for bone formation) and osteoclasts (the cells responsible for bone breakdown).
To treat larger areas, it may be useful to use MAT 100 or TotalBody mats (optional accessories).
General protocol: 8-10 hours a day for 12 weeks

Joint cartilage wear, Arthritis, Back pain

General protocol: 30 minutes a day for 6 weeks

Joint pain

General protocol: 15-40 minutes a day for 3 weeks

Back pain

General protocol: 20-45 minutes a day for 3 weeks

Algodystrophy / Sudeck’s syndrome

For algodystrophy syndrome, magnetotherapy can be used even if the limb is immobilised in a plaster cast. It is also suitable for microtrauma of the foot, upper leg, wrist, and hand. In these cases, the initial phase is characterized by swelling, redness, heat, and severe pain, particularly during physical activity involving the affected limb.
General protocol: 4-6 hours daily for 4-8 weeks

Hip and knee replacement

Magnetotherapy supports regeneration (recovery) after implant placement. It enhances prosthesis incorporation and the formation of strong surrounding bone tissue. The medical literature recommends a minimum of 3-4 hours of treatment per day, but your doctor may recommend a different application time.
General protocol: 3-4 hours daily for 60 days

Post-operative treatment

To be used after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction or cartilage cleaning. Pulsed magnetic therapy can be started from the first days after surgery. It reduces pain, oedema and inflammation and speeds up healing.
General protocol: 4-6 hours daily for 60 days

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

You can use magnetotherapy as soon as you notice the initial symptoms. The greatest improvement is seen at this early stage. Carpal tunnel syndrome results from the compression of the median nerve. The nerve runs from the forearm through a canal called the carpal tunnel and up to the fingers. Magnetotherapy helps to reduce pain, reduce inflammation and improve mobility of the hand and fingers.
General protocol: 30 minutes a day for at least 15 days.
If needed, you can repeat this cycle.

Tendinitis, tennis elbow

General protocol: 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 3 weeks

Rotator cuff disorders

General protocol: 3-8 hours per day, 4 weeks

For conditions like tendonitis, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff disorders, position the solenoids over the painful area, ideally opposite each other. During the acute phase, combine magnetotherapy with other physiotherapies and doctor-prescribed medication, and during the sub-acute phase, it can be used as a standalone treatment.

Treatment accessories and their use

There are a variety of solenoids available for Magnum magnetotherapy devices. These can be used for different treatments. You should choose based on the area or condition you need to treat.

Magnum flexible solenoid, standard

There are 2 coils of opposite polarity. Therefore, use it specifically to treat fractures, inflammations, and injuries of the arm and leg bones, hand, foot, wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee, and hip. Apply it in a manner similar to a blood pressure cuff by placing it around the area to be treated. This design ensures that the two solenoids are positioned opposite each other on the bone or joint, thereby linking the magnetic fields.

Magnum flexible solenoid

Optionally available with a 40×15 cm flexible solenoid for large-area handling.

There are 4 coils with the same polarity. Therefore specifically suitable for the treatment of the spine, pelvis, hip or longitudinal fracture of the femur. Do not apply this cuff in a circular manner; instead, lay it along the spine, for example. The coils create a magnetic field with a large surface area but not too deep.

Magnum Soft4 solenoid

Contains 4 coils in soft sponge bags. The smooth side of the case is the south (S) pole of the coil, and the north (N) side is the opposite side where the strap retainer is located.

The size is 25x25cm, making it ideal for the back, waist, pelvis, and hips. It can be a good solution when placed under the affected part of the body e.g. tennis elbow, epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis. It can be used at work or at the desk.

Magnum Pocket Pro solenoid

Contains 2 coils in a zip-lock removable textile case. The case clearly indicates the south (S) and north (N) poles. Suitable for smaller areas. If you have more than one Pocket Pro, you can place them next to each other with the same pole (for treating larger areas) or opposite each other, e.g. for treating fractures or joint injuries.
You can attach them with Velcro straps.

Magnum mattresses

Three types of mattresses are available. The smallest is the MAT 100 mattress. Its size is 70×45 cm. It contains 4 coils with a textile cover and “memory foam”. This means that you can treat it by placing it on a chair or armchair and sitting on it. Ideal for treating e.g. thigh bones, hips, pelvis, lower back, back, shoulder and neck. Also excellent for long treatments lasting several hours!

TotalBody 200 and TotalBody 400 mattress

These large mats are recommended for long treatments lasting several hours, when the whole body or a large part of it needs to be treated at the same time. For example, osteoporosis, multiple arthritis, spinal disorders, allergies, immune strengthening, circulatory improvement or sleep improvement.

The TotalBody mattress has a total size of 70×180 cm. It can be placed on the bed, or under the sheets, so you can even treat yourself while you sleep. The mattress consists of 4 smaller units.

For Total Body 200, only 2 of the 4 mattress units have magnetic coils. This allows you to create multiple distributions by varying the mattress elements.

With Total Body 400, there is no compromise. Each section has 4 magnetic coils, giving you a full body treatment.

How to choose from the Magnum magnetotherapy machine models

The main differences between the devices are the number of treatment channels, the intensity of the magnetic field and the number of treatment programs.

Number of treatment channels

Only one magnetic actuator can be connected to the Magnum L. Buy it if you are treating a single-sided problem. For example, you want to stimulate the healing of a fracture in your wrist or elbow.

The Magnum XL, 2500, XL Pro and 3000 Pro operate two channels simultaneously. With the 3000 Pro, it is possible to run different programmes on the two channels (for example, a bone fracture on one output and an arthritis programme on the other). This is important if, for example, you are treating two patients at the same time or sharing a treatment with your partner. With the Magnum XL, 2500, XL Pro, it is possible to operate two operators at the same time, but only with the same program. So, for example, if you have inflammation in both knees, you can treat them at the same time.

The Magnum 3500 Pro has four channels, so you can treat up to four channels at the same time. In 2+2 mode, you can set different programs on outputs 1-2 and 3-4, meaning you can treat two patients and up to 2 full-body mats at the same time.

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For home therapy
26 predefined programs
Power: 280 Gauss total power
For treating osteoporosis, arthrosis, arthritis, etc.

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Magnetic intensity

I mentioned above that intensities lower than 100 Gauss are used for biostimulation and regeneration treatments, while those between 100-1000 Gauss are used for healing treatments. Consequently, higher intensity results in a stronger healing effect. The higher the magnetic field intensity of a device, the higher its price. You have to find a compromise between the complaint and your budget.

Just because the magnetic intensity is low does not mean that the device is not effective! With a lower-intensity device, more treatment will be needed for improvement and healing. It’s like driving a car: if you drive slower, it takes more time to reach the finish line. But you will get there

Number of treatment programmes

The more expensive a device, the more programs it provides. Medical experience and guidelines inform the creation of treatment programs. Different frequencies, intensities, and treatment durations are needed for various conditions, such as minor inflammation in the wrist, Achilles tendon issues, or a femoral neck fracture or osteoarthritis.

A device with a limited number of programs is suitable for general treatment, such as treating general fractures. In contrast, more expensive devices offer a breakdown of multiple programs, providing separate programs for wrist, humerus, tibia, femur fractures, and more.

You don’t necessarily need the device with the most programs! But the one that suits your current needs. That could be the Magnum L. Magnum XL and XL pro also offer rehabilitation and beauty-wellness programmes. The Magnum 2500, 3000 Pro and 3500 Pro can be suitable not only for home treatments but also for physiotherapy treatments.

Comparing Magnum devices

Magnum device version	L	XL	2500	XL Pro	3000 Pro	3500 Pro
number of channels	1	2	2	2	2	4
simultaneously treating multiple patients	no	not	no	no	Yes 1+1 battle.	Yes, 2+2 buckles.
Intensity per channel (Gauss)	120	140	160	200	200	200
max. magnetic intensity (Gauss)	120	280	320	400	400	800
rehabilitation programmes	8	16	52	32	70	70
beauty programmes	none	10	none	12	none	none
personal use	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
prof. use	no	no	yes	yes	yes	yes
cosmetician	no	yes	no	yes	no	no
connect mattress	no	yes	yes	yes	yes	two at a time
bone fracture	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
osteoporosis	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
arthrosis	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
arthritis	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
tennis elbow	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
edema	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
tissue regeneration	no	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
wounds, scars	no	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
sleeping disorder	no	no	yes	no	yes	yes

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For home therapy
26 predefined programs
Power: 280 Gauss total power
For treating osteoporosis, arthrosis, arthritis, etc.

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For professional therapy
Can manage 2 mattresses at the same time
70 predefined programs
For treating sleeping disorders, osteoporosis, arthrosis, arthritis, etc.
Night programmes

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