PEMF - THE SCIENCE
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Blood Cell Demonstration
Dr. Constantine Kotsanis discusses PEMF.
Dr. Kim Shunkwiler discusses PEMF.
Dr. Kim Shunkwiler discusses PEMF treatment for himself and a patient.
Fox News does a profile of Dr. Manny Alvarez using Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy.
For more in-depth information on the science behind PEMF, click here for the PDF, “The Power to Heal.”
For a sample list of clinical studies, click here for the PDF, “Samples From Over 2,000 Medical PEMF Studies“.
Contraindications
The only absolute contraindication for use of a PEMF device is placing an active applicator over implanted electrical devices like pacemakers, cochlear implants, intrathecal pumps, etc., because the magnetic field can shut the device off or otherwise interfere with its function.
PEMFs are contraindicated in organ transplant patients. This is because these people are on immune-suppression medications to prevent organ rejection. We do not want to risk adversely affecting the immune suppression/rejection process. There is a chance that PEMFs may actually stimulate or activate a more aggressive rejection process by stimulating the immune system.
Cautions
Safety of PEMFs has not been established in pregnancy, although there is no evidence of harm. Most manufacturers warn against the use of their device during pregnancy.
PEMFs should be used with caution in those with Grave’s disease or in patients with active bleeding.
Extremely high intensity PEMFs should be used with caution or with professional guidance in people with implanted metals, such as joint replacements, dental implants, mechanical heart valves, metal stents, or metal staples in blood vessels. This is not due to risk of injury or harm, but because PEMFs extremely high intensities may stimulate the nerves in the area of the metal, causing sharp pain. High intensity PEMFs may add to the shear stress of metal clips placed in or near blood vessels.
DISCLAIMER
PEMF does not treat a specific disease or condition. It optimizes the bodies natural self healing and self regulating functions. Always consult with your health care practitioner before embarking on treatment such as PEMF, as certain medications can interact adversely.