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Scientific Studies on the Effects of Magnetics on Physical Ailments
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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 effected.
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 was 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 haveincorporated
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.
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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 nonjoined 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, . 19.
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.
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 ertension.
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.
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, who 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.
Gastroduodenitis
Results of this study indicated that treatment with decimeter-band
electromagnetic fields improved motor function of the stomach
and reduced dyspepsia and pain in children suffering from chronic
gastroduodenitis. Treatment made use of the "Romashka"
apparatus (a cylinder applicator, 100 mm in diameter, power
of 6-8 W) applied to the gastroduodenal region, and consisted
of 6-12 minute exposures every other day for a total of 8-12
exposures.
L.M.
Petrukhina, et al., "Effect of a Decimeter Wave Electromagnetic
Fields on the Motor Function of the Stomach in Children with
Strong Gastroduodenitis," Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz
Kult, (1),
1987, . 54-56.
This controlled study examined the effects of sinusoidally modulated
currents (100 Hz) coupled with conventional therapy in children
suffering from chronic gastroduodenitis. Children received 8-10
exposures lasting between 6 and 10 minutes. Results showed that
the treatment reduced inflammation in 72 percent of patients
relative to just a 45-percent rate among controls. About 77
percent of treatment patients experienced elimination of gastro-esophageal
and duodeno-gastral refluxes, compared to 29 percent of controls.
O.V.
Bukanovich, et al., "Sinusoidally-Modulated Currents in
the Therapy of Chronic Gastroduodenitis in Children," Vopr
Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 2, 1996, . 22-26.
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.
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 picoTesla 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 picotesla 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 BiopotenzorEros,
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 somnia,"
Bioelectromagnetics Society, 13th Annual Meeting, 23-27
June 1991, Salt Lake City, 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, Los Angeles, 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 Stimu-lated
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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