Physiotherapy magnet is a treatment method using a high and low frequency magnetic field. These fields (variables and constants) are generated in intermittent or continuous mode with different shapes, frequencies and pulse durations. Under the influence of a magnet, electric currents appear in the tissues, as a result of this, in our body, biophysical and biochemical processes begin to activate. A greater amount of useful substances enters the cells and harmful ones are removed. As a result, the general condition of the body improves.
The use of magnetotherapy by our ancestors
For medical purposes, the magnet began to be used for a long time. Historians and scientists have repeatedly proved that even the ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Chinese used magnets to treat various ailments. It is known that even the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra wore small magnets on her head to preserve her beauty and youth.
The healing properties of magnetic fields were also mentioned by philosophers: Aristotle, Paracelsus and Pliny the Elder. In the 18th century, methods of using a magnet were written in special medical books. In those days, the simplest physiotherapy in the form of compresses, cans, ice packs and heating pads was also popular.
Elementary procedures showed a tremendous therapeutic effect. Today, magnetotherapy is no less in demand and is used in almost all medical institutions. Such popularity is due primarily to the fact that electric current helps to normalize blood pressure, has a beneficial effect on the endocrine and immune system. The range of its action is very wide.
Healing properties
Skepticism and irony regarding the therapeutic effect of the magnet are understandable, since the electric current has no color, no taste, no smell. But, despite this, physiotherapy magnet has truly amazing healing properties and helps people cope with serious diseases. Permanent magnetic waves have a healing and calming effect on the human body.
Pulse and variable fields, on the contrary, act more aggressively. The magnet is truly unique, it penetrates into the deep tissues (to the nerve endings) and relieves inflammation. During clinical trials, it was found that this treatment method helps to cope with chronic depression.
The main result of the action of these fields is considered complete muscle relaxation. In humans, blood circulation in the vessels improves, the excretion of toxic substances and lactic acid is accelerated, the recovery process in damaged tissues is enhanced, swelling and pain are reduced, and more oxygen is supplied to the cells.
What does it relieve?
Physiotherapy magnet is used for heart diseases, diseases of the digestive tract, peripheral vessels, musculoskeletal system, central nervous system and skin problems (dermatoses, eczema). After the first session, the patient’s pain disappears, his condition improves, sleep and temperature normalize, and swelling of the lymph nodes decreases. After a full course of therapy, blood pressure decreases, joint mobility is restored, cholesterol and sugar level are reduced.
Physiotherapy magnet: contraindications for use
This treatment method is not allowed to everyone. For patients with poor blood coagulation, acute thrombosis and severe hematopoiesis, magnetotherapy is prohibited. In addition, if a person has arrhythmia, angina pectoris, aneurysms, vascular insufficiency, myocardial infarction, then treatment with magnetic waves is completely contraindicated.
Persons with increased irritability, tuberculosis, mental disorders and central nervous system, oncology should also not use this method. Physiotherapy magnet is not prescribed for people with hypertension. Pregnant and lactating women should refrain from this procedure. For small children under 1.5 years of age, the sessions are carried out under the strict supervision of a doctor.
Physiotherapy magnet in gynecology: indications for treatment
Inflammatory pathologies of the genitals in women are the number one problem. Every year, the number of young girls with adnexitis, myoma, endometritis and endometriosis is increasing. The use of magnetotherapy in the treatment of inflammatory diseases (erosion, endocervicitis, colpitis) sometimes leads to the complete disappearance of soreness, a decrease in the hematological and leukocyte index, as well as a general improvement.
When using magnetic fields, the speed of metabolic processes and the concentration of drugs are significantly increased, microcirculation in the pelvis is restored. Effective therapy for infertility, complications after surgery and pathology of the functions of the appendages. This method in gynecology gives a pronounced decongestant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
We all understand that a magnetic field, as, in principle, the simplest physiotherapy, is not a panacea, although it shows a high therapeutic result. To significantly alleviate the condition and cope with the disease, adhere to the necessary instructions and recommendations of a doctor.