How does a magnetic field work? The mechanism of its operation has not been fully explained until today. It is known, however, that the magnetic field effectively accelerates the regeneration of diseased tissues, relieves pain and has anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, treatments with the use of a magnetic field are used in patients, incl. with osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, arterial hypertension or gynecological diseases.

The magnetic fieldaccompanies us in our daily life because it is produced by every wire or circuit carrying a current. Physiotherapy primarily uses low-frequency magnetic fields - from 0 to 50 Hz, and induction (force) - from 0 to 15 mT, produced by specially designed devices.

Magnetic field: healing effect

The mechanism of operation of the magnetic field is very complex and has not been fully explained until today. Unlike other forms of energy, the magnetic field penetrates the entire body, reaching every cell and thus causing various biophysical effects:

  • acts on the structures of cell membranes, changing their properties, stimulates an enzymatic reaction;
  • works on collagen, creatine and other proteins, stimulating bone growth as well as cell movement;
  • changes the pH of the water contained in the body, the rate of crystallization, the concentration of gases (e.g. oxygen) dissolved in it, and the water acquires bactericidal properties. These changes last up to 30 hours after the procedure!

The best known effect is the influence of the magnetic field on the processes of tissue respiration and tissue regeneration:

  • accelerates the development of connective tissue and the formation of bone scar;
  • increases the absorption of oxygen by tissues;
  • has anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling properties and relieves pain.

Treatment with the use of a magnetic field

There must not be any metal elements or electronics in the treatment area (remove jewelry, watch, turn off the mobile phone), as this may disturb the operation of the magnetic field.

The treatment can be performed in clothes and with plaster dressings.

The basic device is a coil of different diameters, generating a homogeneous magnetic field. Some devices also have flat applicators,which produce a heterogeneous field. The patient should sit or lie comfortably so that the treated body part is inside or on top of the coil. On average, 10 treatments are carried out, which at the beginning should be performed every day, then every other day. The procedure takes 10-30 minutes. The intensity and frequency doses are set depending on the patient's condition (the more serious, the lower they are).

Problem

Important details

  • After the procedure, some patients may experience sleep disorders (older people are not recommended to undergo procedures after 5 p.m.), concentration, feeling warm or numb in the area subjected to the treatment.
  • During treatment with the field, X-rays and UV irradiation should not be done. However, you can combine magnetotherapy with infrared irradiation.

Indications for the treatment with the use of a magnetic field

  • osteoarthritis
  • RZS
  • osteoporosis
  • Sudecka band
  • post-traumatic diseases of the musculoskeletal system (conditions after bone fractures, pseudo-joints, joint sprains, torn tendons, ligaments, joint capsule, hematomas)
  • cardiovascular diseases (peripheral circulation disorders as a result of atherosclerosis, arterial hypertension, ischemic heart disease)
  • neurological diseases (migraine, stroke, multiple sclerosis)
  • respiratory diseases (sinusitis, bronchitis)
  • diseases of the digestive tract (ulcers, functional disorders of the digestive system)
  • gynecological diseases (inflammation of the ovaries)
  • dermatological diseases (ulcers and atrophic changes of the lower legs, difficult-to-heal wounds)

Contraindications to the treatment

  • pregnancy
  • juvenile diabetes
  • cancer
  • severe heart disease (acute coronary insufficiency)
  • active tuberculosis
  • hyperthyroidism
  • gastrointestinal diseases with a risk of bleeding
  • acute bacterial, viral and fungal infections
  • electronic implants (e.g. pacemakers)

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