Treatment of Fibromyalgia by Use of PEMF
Fibromyalgia relief from iMRS PEMF
Fibromyalgia is a pain processing disorder occurring due to abnormalities in how the central nervous system processes pain signals. It is typically characterized by chronic pain that is widespread in nature, fatigue and allodynia (heightened pain in response to touch). Moreover, patients suffering from this disorder are also likely to experience limb weakness, muscle twitches, palpitations, sleep disturbances among other complaints. Indeed, it is a disorder that leaves a patient with no choice but to seek for the most effective therapeutic options to treat the ongoing disease process as well as alleviate the symptoms. This is where PEMF fibromyalgia therapy comes in amidst other treatment modalities. Its effectiveness has been brought forth through clinical research studies with published results as evidence.
One particular study carried out in a research hospital in Ankara Turkey provides the above evidence for management of fibromyalgia using PEMF. This study sought to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of PEMFtherapy for women with fibromyalgia. In this study, a total of fifty six women between the ages of eighteen and sixty participated. Divided into two equal sides, one group was exposed to PEMF for thirty minutes per session, twice a day for three weeks. The second group was exposed to sham therapy in a similar frequency and period of time as the first group. Assessment done after treatment at four weeks and for followup at twelve weeks showed positive results for use of PEMF fibromyalgia therapy. The PEMF group of women displayed higher levels of improvement indices as compared to the women in the sham therapy group. The conclusion arrived at was that low frequency PEMF may improve function, pain, fatigue and global status in fibromyalgia patients.
Another study done in a research institute in London Ontario, further backs employment of PEMF to manage fibromyalgia’s chief symptom; pain. Working with an objective to determine the effect of specificPEMF exposure on pain, this study made use of two patient populations. One group received PEMF while the other was on sham therapy. Patients were assessed after a thirty minute exposure to magnetic field and effects measured up against pain and anxiety using specific types of research tools such as the visual analogue scale. There was a difference in the pain ratings pre and post exposure to PEMF suggesting a positive effect in PEMF achieving pain alleviation. From this evidence a clear conclusion was made supporting use of PEMF to reduce pain in chronic pain populations. Fibromyalgia patients do fall in this class and such a therapeutic modality presents a possibility of remedy from the unpleasant state of chronic pain. This evidence prompted further research on the same topic in order to enhance the validity of the results already obtained in previous clinical studies.
More studies have been done including one carried out in a university in Ontario, Canada. Based on a similar study aim and study method as the other two studies, the same conclusion was arrived at. PEMFfibromyalgia therapy may be a treatment modality worth considering for fibromyalgia patients.
Source : http://www.kongress-gesundheitspsychologie-2013.eu/treatment-of-fibromyalgia-by-use-of-pemf/
One particular study carried out in a research hospital in Ankara Turkey provides the above evidence for management of fibromyalgia using PEMF. This study sought to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of PEMFtherapy for women with fibromyalgia. In this study, a total of fifty six women between the ages of eighteen and sixty participated. Divided into two equal sides, one group was exposed to PEMF for thirty minutes per session, twice a day for three weeks. The second group was exposed to sham therapy in a similar frequency and period of time as the first group. Assessment done after treatment at four weeks and for followup at twelve weeks showed positive results for use of PEMF fibromyalgia therapy. The PEMF group of women displayed higher levels of improvement indices as compared to the women in the sham therapy group. The conclusion arrived at was that low frequency PEMF may improve function, pain, fatigue and global status in fibromyalgia patients.
Another study done in a research institute in London Ontario, further backs employment of PEMF to manage fibromyalgia’s chief symptom; pain. Working with an objective to determine the effect of specificPEMF exposure on pain, this study made use of two patient populations. One group received PEMF while the other was on sham therapy. Patients were assessed after a thirty minute exposure to magnetic field and effects measured up against pain and anxiety using specific types of research tools such as the visual analogue scale. There was a difference in the pain ratings pre and post exposure to PEMF suggesting a positive effect in PEMF achieving pain alleviation. From this evidence a clear conclusion was made supporting use of PEMF to reduce pain in chronic pain populations. Fibromyalgia patients do fall in this class and such a therapeutic modality presents a possibility of remedy from the unpleasant state of chronic pain. This evidence prompted further research on the same topic in order to enhance the validity of the results already obtained in previous clinical studies.
More studies have been done including one carried out in a university in Ontario, Canada. Based on a similar study aim and study method as the other two studies, the same conclusion was arrived at. PEMFfibromyalgia therapy may be a treatment modality worth considering for fibromyalgia patients.
Source : http://www.kongress-gesundheitspsychologie-2013.eu/treatment-of-fibromyalgia-by-use-of-pemf/
PEMF and Fibromyalgia
Abstracts of scientific studies on the use of PEMF with Fibromyalgia
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial using a low-frequency magnetic field in the treatment of musculoskeletal chronic pain
Exposure to a specific pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) has been shown to produce analgesic (antinociceptive) effects in many organisms. In a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled clinical trial, patients with either chronic generalized pain from fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic localized musculoskeletal or inflammatory pain were exposed to a PEMF (400 microT) through a portable device fitted to their head during twice-daily 40 min treatments over seven days. The effect of this PEMF on pain reduction was recorded using a visual analogue scale. A differential effect of PEMF over sham treatment was noticed in patients with FM, which approached statistical significance (P=0.06) despite low numbers (n=17); this effect was not evident in those without FM (P=0.93; n=15). PEMF may be a novel, safe and effective therapeutic tool for use in at least certain subsets of patients with chronic, nonmalignant pain. Clearly, however, a larger randomized, double-blind clinical trial with just FM patients is warranted.
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial using a low-frequency magnetic field in the treatment of musculoskeletal chronic pain
Exposure to a specific pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) has been shown to produce analgesic (antinociceptive) effects in many organisms. In a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled clinical trial, patients with either chronic generalized pain from fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic localized musculoskeletal or inflammatory pain were exposed to a PEMF (400 microT) through a portable device fitted to their head during twice-daily 40 min treatments over seven days. The effect of this PEMF on pain reduction was recorded using a visual analogue scale. A differential effect of PEMF over sham treatment was noticed in patients with FM, which approached statistical significance (P=0.06) despite low numbers (n=17); this effect was not evident in those without FM (P=0.93; n=15). PEMF may be a novel, safe and effective therapeutic tool for use in at least certain subsets of patients with chronic, nonmalignant pain. Clearly, however, a larger randomized, double-blind clinical trial with just FM patients is warranted.
- Author: Thomas, A. W. and Graham, K. and Prato, F. S. and McKay, J. and Forster, P. M. and Moulin, D. E. and Chari, S.
- Year: 2007
- Link:http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18080043
- Comment:Thomas, Alex W Graham, Karissa Prato, Frank S McKay, Julia Forster, Patricia Morley Moulin, Dwight E Chari, Sesh Randomized Controlled Trial Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Canada Pain research & management : the journal of the Canadian Pain Society = journal de la societe canadienne pour le traitement de la douleur Pain Res Manag. 2007 Winter;12(4):249-58.
- Address: Bioelectromagnetics, Imaging Program, Lawson Health Research Institute, Department of Medical Biophysics, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada. athomas@lawsonimaging.ca
- Booktitle: Pain Res Manag
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in the treatment of pain and other symptoms in fibromyalgia: A randomized controlled study
Low-energy pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy has been suggested as a promising therapy to increase microcirculation, which is of great concern in patients with fibromyalgia. This study evaluated the effectiveness of PEMF therapy on the treatment of fibromyalgia. A group of 108 women with fibromyalgia were allocated to a 12-week treatment period with an active Bio-Electro-Magnetic-Energy-Regulation (BEMER) device and a similar treatment period with an inactive device. Each patient received active and sham treatments in a random order. Pain and stiffness were assessed on a visual analog scale (VAS, scale 0-100 mm), and functional status was assessed by the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ). Mean VAS pain scores before the active and sham treatment periods were 66 (SD 22) and 63 (SD 22), respectively. After treatment periods, mean VAS pain scores had decreased significantly in active treatment, -12, 95% CI [-18, -6], and in sham treatment, -11, 95% CI [-17, -5]. Similarly, the decrease in stiffness and FIQ index after both treatments was statistically significant. However, per-protocol analysis showed no differences between active and sham treatments at any of the outcomes. This study demonstrated that low-energy PEMF therapy was not efficient in reducing pain and stiffness or in improving functioning in women with fibromyalgia. Bioelectromagnetics. 39:405-413, 2018. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29709070/
Low-energy pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy has been suggested as a promising therapy to increase microcirculation, which is of great concern in patients with fibromyalgia. This study evaluated the effectiveness of PEMF therapy on the treatment of fibromyalgia. A group of 108 women with fibromyalgia were allocated to a 12-week treatment period with an active Bio-Electro-Magnetic-Energy-Regulation (BEMER) device and a similar treatment period with an inactive device. Each patient received active and sham treatments in a random order. Pain and stiffness were assessed on a visual analog scale (VAS, scale 0-100 mm), and functional status was assessed by the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ). Mean VAS pain scores before the active and sham treatment periods were 66 (SD 22) and 63 (SD 22), respectively. After treatment periods, mean VAS pain scores had decreased significantly in active treatment, -12, 95% CI [-18, -6], and in sham treatment, -11, 95% CI [-17, -5]. Similarly, the decrease in stiffness and FIQ index after both treatments was statistically significant. However, per-protocol analysis showed no differences between active and sham treatments at any of the outcomes. This study demonstrated that low-energy PEMF therapy was not efficient in reducing pain and stiffness or in improving functioning in women with fibromyalgia. Bioelectromagnetics. 39:405-413, 2018. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29709070/
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Fibromyalgia Testimonials by Hermina Danneil
CAROLYN’S STORYWOW!! WOW!! WOW!! Life is amazing!
I feel like I have been let out of prison and the “world is now my oyster”!! I have been freed from the world of pain 24/7 from fibromyalgia and from chronic fatigue after 15 years of suffering from both. I wake up and when I get out of bed I get the biggest grin on my face because I have no pain, whereas before as I touched the floor, I would grimace and reach for the Aleve and take a double-dose, proceeding through my day “pushing” through the hours with extreme effort, having to “rest” most of the time. Very often, I would schedule things and had to cancel because of my weakness. It was embarrassing because I felt like I could never be counted on.
Throughout those 15 years, I have tried endless modalities of supposed remedies with little or no relief, UNTIL, by the Grace of God, my friend Maudie casually mentioned how her niece had been relieved of years of neuropathy pain in her feet and was so excited that she could finally ride horses again without any problem. I learned it was through PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic therapy). Researching on line, I ordered the highest rated product, iMRS. Using the whole body applicator, the pillow for a more specific area of chronic back pain, and the probe for my knee, I had such dramatic results, I was surprisingly SHOCKED. Within 5 days my fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue were about 90% better. Still somewhat skeptic, since I had tried too many things without success, I continued using this treatment method hoping that it would work. Well, it has now been 5 weeks and I feel GREAT!! I had a knee replacement two years ago and my other knee had started bothering me in the same way. I used the probe consistently and now the knee has improved to the point that it is pain free, maybe still a bit tender.
My chronic back pain for most of my life has really improved as well to the surprise and excitement of my physical therapist. He noticed that the knotty, ropy muscles had smoothed out and my flexibility had improved dramatically. I also have tons more energy and a totally improved sleeping pattern.
So that’s my story – I constantly have a smile on my face and it is still a novelty to feel so good!! I hope it never becomes commonplace and I can completely forget the agony of living in a pain-filled world! I am 65 years old, retired and had no intentions of working again. However, I now feel “called” to introduce anyone who lives with chronic pain to this amazing product and the ability to become pain free, always smiling.
My name is Carolyn Urban, California
Clare Gwilliam
Fibromyalgia & ME – 12 years after fractured spine.
July 2013
I was initially diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 12 years ago after an accident which fractured my spine. The pain became progressively worse over the years and I had to give up Trampolining – a hobby I had since childhood. I also struggled to raise my 2 year old alone due to the pain and worsening fatigue impacting all aspects of daily life. In February 2013 my worsening condition was diagnosed as ME. I started using iMRS/PEMF in May 2013 at the Intelligent Wellness Lounge at The Hertfordshire Golf and Country Club. I was also interviewed as a new client for the Television Documentary about PEMF. I visited the lounge 2-3 times a week for a month and began to notice immediate improvements in my energy levels, improved sleep and pain reduction. I was offered an iMRS system for home use under Gill’s “Community Project Scheme” as she believed daily home use would accelerate my progress. Within just 5 days I was able to jump & somersault on the trampoline not done for 9 years!! My daily living has improved all round, pain significantly reduced, cessation of pins & needles in hands, medication halved ( (pain killers and sleep medication) able to take my son to the park to play, new social life and ability to wear high heels – awesome in just 6 weeks! See my trampolining debut in video section on the website.
Clare Gwilliam Age 30
UK
I feel like I have been let out of prison and the “world is now my oyster”!! I have been freed from the world of pain 24/7 from fibromyalgia and from chronic fatigue after 15 years of suffering from both. I wake up and when I get out of bed I get the biggest grin on my face because I have no pain, whereas before as I touched the floor, I would grimace and reach for the Aleve and take a double-dose, proceeding through my day “pushing” through the hours with extreme effort, having to “rest” most of the time. Very often, I would schedule things and had to cancel because of my weakness. It was embarrassing because I felt like I could never be counted on.
Throughout those 15 years, I have tried endless modalities of supposed remedies with little or no relief, UNTIL, by the Grace of God, my friend Maudie casually mentioned how her niece had been relieved of years of neuropathy pain in her feet and was so excited that she could finally ride horses again without any problem. I learned it was through PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic therapy). Researching on line, I ordered the highest rated product, iMRS. Using the whole body applicator, the pillow for a more specific area of chronic back pain, and the probe for my knee, I had such dramatic results, I was surprisingly SHOCKED. Within 5 days my fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue were about 90% better. Still somewhat skeptic, since I had tried too many things without success, I continued using this treatment method hoping that it would work. Well, it has now been 5 weeks and I feel GREAT!! I had a knee replacement two years ago and my other knee had started bothering me in the same way. I used the probe consistently and now the knee has improved to the point that it is pain free, maybe still a bit tender.
My chronic back pain for most of my life has really improved as well to the surprise and excitement of my physical therapist. He noticed that the knotty, ropy muscles had smoothed out and my flexibility had improved dramatically. I also have tons more energy and a totally improved sleeping pattern.
So that’s my story – I constantly have a smile on my face and it is still a novelty to feel so good!! I hope it never becomes commonplace and I can completely forget the agony of living in a pain-filled world! I am 65 years old, retired and had no intentions of working again. However, I now feel “called” to introduce anyone who lives with chronic pain to this amazing product and the ability to become pain free, always smiling.
My name is Carolyn Urban, California
Clare Gwilliam
Fibromyalgia & ME – 12 years after fractured spine.
July 2013
I was initially diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 12 years ago after an accident which fractured my spine. The pain became progressively worse over the years and I had to give up Trampolining – a hobby I had since childhood. I also struggled to raise my 2 year old alone due to the pain and worsening fatigue impacting all aspects of daily life. In February 2013 my worsening condition was diagnosed as ME. I started using iMRS/PEMF in May 2013 at the Intelligent Wellness Lounge at The Hertfordshire Golf and Country Club. I was also interviewed as a new client for the Television Documentary about PEMF. I visited the lounge 2-3 times a week for a month and began to notice immediate improvements in my energy levels, improved sleep and pain reduction. I was offered an iMRS system for home use under Gill’s “Community Project Scheme” as she believed daily home use would accelerate my progress. Within just 5 days I was able to jump & somersault on the trampoline not done for 9 years!! My daily living has improved all round, pain significantly reduced, cessation of pins & needles in hands, medication halved ( (pain killers and sleep medication) able to take my son to the park to play, new social life and ability to wear high heels – awesome in just 6 weeks! See my trampolining debut in video section on the website.
Clare Gwilliam Age 30
UK
