Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) therapy is a non-invasive technology that uses gentle electrical charges to increase the voltage capacity of your cell. Therapy with pulsed electromagnetic fields may lead to more energy, better recovery and overall wellbeing. These controlled electromagnetic impulses may be especially helpful as a tool to promote healing from injuries.
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy uses electromagnetic fields with varying frequencies and intensities to promote health and well-being. A PEMF device produces a magnetic field that improves current flow to nearby tissues. One of the fundamental aspects of PEMF therapy is the application of pulsating electromagnetic fields to the body to stimulate processes and support various physiological functions on a cellular level.
Different devices can produce electromagnetic fields with a range of frequencies, from extremely low frequencies (ELF) to radio frequencies (RF) and high-intensity (HI) frequencies. The selection of frequencies depends on the therapeutic goals and the specific application of the therapy. With pulse electromagnetic therapy, the PEMF devices only focus on frequencies for electromagnetic therapy.
PEMF electromagnetic therapy is generally non-invasive. The device can be applied externally, and the electromagnetic fields can penetrate tissues to reach cells and cellular structures.
A PEMF therapy device can target specific areas of the body or applied more generally for systemic effects.
The benefits of PEMF therapy has been explored for various health conditions, including but not limited to:
Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are all around us. The Earth continuously generates different EMFs that affects every cell in the human body. Each cell acts like a battery, powering various body elements and functions. Beneficial EMF exposure can ensure you maintain a high cellular charge, causing your cells to expand, contract, recharge, refuel, repair, produce energy, absorb nutrients, and more.
That’s where PEMF therapy comes in. We use a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) system called HAELO. The PEMF technology stimulates the body’s natural healing process through improved microcirculation, cellular oxygenation, and cell function.
Pulsed electromagnetic fields may influence cellular processes by affecting ion flow across cell membranes. This, in turn, can impact cellular functions, including energy production and signalling pathways.
Electromagnetic pulse therapy is thought to influence blood flow and vascular function. It may stimulate vasodilation and improve blood circulation, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues.
Some studies suggest that PEMF therapy may have anti-inflammatory effects, which could be relevant for conditions associated with inflammation and aid with pain relief.
The low intensity exposure can activate various cellular signalling pathways. This includes those involved in cell survival, proliferation, and anti-apoptotic (anti-cell death) processes.
Certain frequencies of pulsed electromagnetic therapy are believed to influence neurological processes. This has led to investigations into the potential benefits of PEMF for conditions affecting the nervous system.
A 2021 study found that when athletes used HAELO every day for two weeks, they saw a steady 11% increase in overall recovery. That’s a large increase for anyone, and it’s especially valuable if you compete in a sport.
That same 2021 study also found that people who used HAELO daily experienced an 18% increase in deep sleep and an 11% increase in sleep efficiency.
Athletes who used HAELO every day saw a 5% increase in long-term cardio performance, measured by how elastic their arteries were. After using HAELO on a regular basis for 14 days, athletes had more elastic arteries — a sign that their arteries could send oxygen through their system more efficiently, improving long-term cardio.
These devices are similar but not the same. With a PEMF device, magnetic fields are generated with the use of a copper coil and applied to the entire body to improve and repair cell health and tissues. In contrast, TENS units use low-voltage electric currents to stimulate the nerves and disrupt pain signals in the body.
Yes. However, you should limit the use of a PEMF device to once daily.
PEMF therapy will typically lower blood pressure, so if clients already have very low blood pressure, they may experience lightheadedness. You can pass the feeling in 15 minutes or less by drinking water and staying seated. Most people won’t feel the effects whilst receiving treatment.
PEMF stimulates the production of nitric oxide, which increases blood flow to the site of an injury by dilating the blood vessels that deliver oxygen to the damaged tissues. This increase in blood flow promotes wound healing and reduces inflammation.
The therapy has no known side effects or any reports of problems associated with excessive exposure to the electromagnetic fields generated by PEMF therapy devices.
PEMF reduces tissue hypoxia, BBB degradation and neuronal necrosis at high intracranial pressure (ICP) by increasing cerebral microvascular perfusion. It does this by increasing microvascular (MVS) blood flow, and the flow through capillaries.
The use of RF and PEMF is a safe and effective treatment for aged skin. Electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy can improve skin conditions, decrease skin laxity, attenuate wrinkles, and smooth facial and neck contour, with no pain or undesirable side effects.
Yes. PEMFs work through your clothing.
The timeframe depends on the type of condition and intervention. You may see the effectiveness and sustained changes after around four weeks. Typically you can see the PEMF therapy benefits after a couple of treatments.
Most patients will need between 5-10 hours of total electro magnetic field therapy for a lasting healing effect.
PEMF has shown benefits such as improving sleep quality by promoting relaxation and reducing stress. It can also help regulate your natural sleep-wake cycle, which can be negatively affected by as jet lag or shift work.
The concept has existed since the mid-20th century, with early research exploring the effects of electromagnetic fields on living organisms. Pulsed electromagnetic field treatments gained FDA approval in the 1980s for bone healing, marking a significant milestone. Over the years, research expanded, and it is now studied for various applications. While PEMF has a history spanning several decades, ongoing research is shaping our understanding of its mechanisms and clinical applications.
Cellular voltage, often referred to as the membrane potential of cells, is vital to many physiological processes and the overall health of cells and tissues. Here are some key aspects of the connection between cellular voltage and health:
This refers to the voltage difference across the cell membrane, that divides the interior of the cell from its external environment. It is maintained by the distribution of ions (charged particles) across the membrane.
Membrane potential is essential for cellular communication within the nervous system. Neurons, for example, rely on changes in membrane potential to transmit electrical signals.
Cellular processes, including nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and response to external signals, are influenced by membrane potential. Optimal cellular function requires an appropriate voltage gradient.
Cellular voltage is linked to the functioning of mitochondria that oversee energy production. The flow of ions across the membrane is involved in the generation of Adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the primary energy currency of cells.
Disruptions in cellular voltage or membrane potential have been associated with various health conditions. For example, alterations in neuronal membrane potential can contribute to neurological disease and disorders.
The optimal functioning of tissues and organs depends on the health of individual cells. Disruptions in cellular voltage can have cascading effects on these functions.
Harmful EMFs (electromagnetic fields) are high frequency, have short wavelengths, and penetrate the body constantly. Think EMFs from cell phones, WiFi routers and microwaves. On the other hand, good EMFs or therapeutic PEMFs — are low-frequency electromagnetic fields. They have long wavelengths, and are pulsed, so they're not continuous.
High-frequency EMFs are disruptive to the body because they ionise (charge) cellular atoms, altering DNA. By contrast, PEMFs, which are low frequency, are far more similar to natural frequencies, like those found in thunderstorms, and therefore have no negative impact.
Holon is a high-tech healing space in the heart of Glasgow’s West End. We offer a range of wellness services to help you reach optimal health and wholeness. These include red light therapy, private ice baths and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
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