Magnetic Health Therapy - Clinical Trials & Research
There have been numerous research studies and clinical trials involving the health benefits of magnetic fields. These studies suggest that magnetic fields can influence: blood pressure, blood circulation, bone growth, cell growth and dilation of blood vessels. In addition, clinical trials have shown magnets can have a beneficial effect in conditions such as arthritis and chronic pain. If you are interested in reading more about these studies, the links are provided below each study.
Arthritis and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study was conducted by the Division for Research and Education at Harvard Medical School on the effects of magnetic therapy on osteoarthritis of the knee. Participants were exposed to 4 hours of magnetic therapy in a monitored setting. In addition, they were required to wear a magnetic piece over the arthritic knee daily for 6 hours. The study was conducted over a 6 week period. At the conclusion of the study, the results showed there was pain relief after the 4 hours of magnetic therapy treatment. Furthermore, participants who wore the magnetic piece over the arthritic knee experienced pain relief at the end of the 6 week study. To learn more about this magnetic therapy study, click on this link: Double-blind placebo-controlled trial of static magnets for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee: results of a pilot study.
Study #2: Study was performed by the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Medical Branch. The purpose of the study was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on degenerative joint disease of the knee, specifically pain levels and functional capacity. Participants were recruited from outpatient clinics or volunteered. The study was conducted over a 2 week period in which participants wore magnets over the arthritic knee. At the conclusion of the study, participants noted a decrease in pain in the knee as well as increased functional movement. You can read more about this magnetic therapy study by clicking on this link: Effects of static magnets on chronic knee pain and physical function: a double-blind study.
Study #3: This study was conducted by Vanderbilt University Medical School. The purpose was to determine the effectiveness of magnetic therapy on rheumatoid arthritis of the knee. The study was conducted over a 1 week period in which participants taped magnets to the arthritic knee. At the conclusion of this study, participants reported decreased pain in the arthritic knee. To read more about this magnetic therapy study, click on this link: Two configurations of static magnetic fields for treating rheumatoid arthritis of the knee: a double-blind clinical trial.
Blood Circulation and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study performed by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Virginia Health Sciences Center has demonstrated that magnetic therapy can normalize blood flow. Lab rats were exposed to magnetic therapy for 7 continuous days. At the end of the study, it was observed that artery and vein blood vessels responded favorably to magnetic therapy. The results support the treatment of vascular pathologies involving the dysregulation of microvascular structure with magnetic therapy. Read more about this study here: Chronic static magnetic field exposure alters microvessel enlargement resulting from surgical intervention.
Blood Pressure and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Environmental Health at the National Institute of Public Health in Japan. The purpose was to determine the effects of a magnetic field when applied to the neck region and pelvic region. Laboratory rabbits were exposed to a magnetic field for 30 minutes. The results showed that blood pressure was affected when the neck was treated. However, blood pressure was not affected when the pelvic region was exposed to the magnetic field. The significance of this study is that magnetic fields can be beneficial to in a way that acts to normalize blood pressure. You can read more about this study by clicking on this link: Effects of neck exposure to 5.5 mT static magnetic field on pharmacologically modulated blood pressure in conscious rabbits.
Bone Growth and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study was taken to evaluate the effects of magnetic fields (magnetic therapy) on osteoporotic bone of toothless lower jaw in patients. The patients received new dentures with built-in micromagnets, which would create the magnetic field. X ray analysis of bone growth after 6 months revealed osteogenic growth (new bone formation) in 100% of the patients. This study suggests that magnetic fields can stimulate the process of new bone formation. To read more about this study, click here: Influence of permanent magnetic field on osteoporotic tissue of edentulous lower jaw.
Study #2: A Japanese study examined the effects of a magnetic field on increasing bone mineral density (BMD). Lab rats were exposed to a magnetic field for a 12 week period. The results show that BMD was increased in rats that were treated with a magnetic field. This study has significance because bone mineral density is important to having strong bones. As we get older, our bones lose calcium and other minerals and become lighter and less dense. This makes the bones weaker and increases the chance that they might break or fracture. Bone loss will lead to osteoporosis. The thicker your bones are, the longer it takes to get osteoporosis. Read more about this study at this link: Efficacy of Static Magnetic Field for Locomotor Activity of Experimental Osteopenia.
Study #3: This study was performed by the Department of Otolaryngology at the Taipei Municipal Wan-Fang Hospital in Taiwan. The purpose of the study was to examine the effects of magnetic fields on osteoblasts (bone forming cells). The study concluded that magnetic fields can affect osteoblastic maturation. To learn more about this study, click here: Static magnetic fields promote osteoblast-like cells differentiation via increasing the membrane rigidity.
Study #4: This study was conducted by Japanese researchers on the effects of magnetic fields on osteoblastic cells. After 20 days of exposure to a magnetic field, the cell culture showed a significant increase in calcium content, alkaline phosphatase and osteocalcin. The study concluded that magnetic fields can stimulate bone formation by promoting osteoblastic differentiation and/or activation. To read more about this study, click on this link: Effects of Static Magnetic Fields on Bone Formation in Rat Osteoblast Cultures.
Diabetic Neuropathy and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This clinical trial was taken at the Department of Neurology at New York Medical College. The purpose was to determine if magnetic therapy (magnetic shoe insoles) could decrease pain and improve patient quality of life. Participants in 27 states took part in this study for a duration of 4 months. The results show that by the third and fourth months, patients experienced a decrease in pain, burning, numbness and tingling of the foot. This study suggests magnetic therapy can be beneficial in diabetic neuropathy. To read more about this study, click on this link: Static magnetic field therapy for symptomatic diabetic neuropathy: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Endometritis and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study examined the effects of magnetic therapy on patients with acute endometritis after induced abortion. Endometritis is inflammation or irritation of the uterine lining. In a combination with other therapies, a magnetic field was continuously applied. The results show that there was a reduced hospital stay for the patients due to a faster healing time of the endometrial wound. The contents of this study can be viewed at this link: A permanent magnetic field in the combined treatment of acute endometritis after an artificial abortion.
Fibromyalgia and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: Study was performed by the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Virginia Health System. The purpose was to evaluate the effects of magnetic therapy in patients with fibromyalgia. Pain levels and functional status were measured after 6 months of treatment. This study revealed that participants exposed to magnetic therapy demonstrated improvements in functional status and pain intensity level. In addition, the number of tender points and the intensity of each point were reduced after 6 months of treatment. To learn more about this study, click on this link: Static magnetic fields for treatment of fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial.
Study #2: This study was performed in collaboration with researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Litterst & Associates and the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University. The purpose was to determine if magnetic therapy, in particular magnets placed in mattress pads, could affect chronic pain and sleep disturbances experienced by patients with fibromyalgia. The study concluded after 16 weeks of treatment. The results demonstrated that pain levels associated with fibromyalgia were decreased. In addition, improvements in sleep were also noted. Colbert A, Markov M, Banerji M, Pilla A. Magnetic mattress pad use in patients with fibromyalgia: a randomized double-blind pilot study. J Back Musculoskeletal Rehabil. 1999;13(1):19–31.
Heart Rate and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This study conducted by the Faculty of Biology at the University of Latvia. The purpose was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on the brain activity of lab rats. After 15 minutes of exposure to a magnetic field, an electrocardiogram was recorded, in which heart rate and heart rhythm were analyzed. The results showed that 80% of the rats underwent a change in heart rate and rhythm. In addition, the specific effects were bradycardia and disappearance of respiratory sinus arrhythmia. Read more about this study by clicking on the following link: Static magnetic field influence on rat brain function detected by heart rate monitoring.
Human Neurons (nerve cells) and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This study was performed by the Department of Human Anatomy and Histology at the University of Firenze at the Careggi General Hospital in Italy. The purpose of this research was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on human neuronal cell culture. Neurons are nerve cells, which are the primary cells of the nervous system. In vertebrates, they are found in the brain and spinal cord as well as in the nerves and ganglia of the peripheral nervous system. In the study, neuron cells were exposed to a magnetic field for 15 minutes. The results showed dramatic changes in that the nerve cells formed "vortexes of cells and exposed branched neurites featuring synaptic buttons." The researchers concluded that magnetic fields have a "biological effect" on nerve cells. To learn more about this study, click on this link: Effect of 0.2 T static magnetic field on human neurons: remodeling and inhibition of signal transduction without genome instability.
Inflammation and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Medicine at Rabin Medical Center in Israel. Lab rats were exposed to a magnetic field for a duration of 3 weeks. Tissue samples were examined and the resulted showed that inflammation of the synovial joint (synovitis) was significantly suppressed when exposed to a magnetic field. To learn more about this magnetic field study, click on this link: Treatment of experimental inflammatory synovitis with continuous magnetic field.
Pain and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This case report was conducted by the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The report chronicled 2 adolescents who had chronic pain of the low back and abdomen with intermittent pain of the genitalia. Both were diagnosed with intervertebral disk disease. After each received a magnetic device, both patients experience pain relief lasting more than 2 years. To read more about this case report, click on this link: Static magnetic field therapy for pain in the abdomen and genitals.
Seizures and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The purpose was to examine alternative methods for the treatment of epilepsy. The results demonstrated that lab rats exposed to a magnetic field had a significant decrease in seizures. You can read more about this study by clicking on this link: A static magnetic field modulates severity of audiogenic seizures and anticonvulsant effects of phenytoin in DBA/2 mice.
Skin Temperature and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was performed by the Faculty of Engineering at Toin University of Yokohama. The purpose was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on metabolic activity in peripheral tissue. The results show that after 5 minutes of exposure to a magnetic field measuring 0.45 - 1.2 T, the skin temperature increased by 0.4 - 1.2 degrees Celsius. You can learn more about this study by reading: Effects of Magnetic Field on Metabolic Action in the Peripheral Tissue.
Swelling and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study was performed by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on soft tissue injuries. After 2 hours of exposure to magnetic therapy, it was demonstrated that the edema (swelling) in injured rats were significantly reduced. To read more about this study, click on this link: Acute Exposure to a Moderate Strength Magnetic Field Reduces Edema Formation in Rats.
Wound healing and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted at the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, Florida. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on postoperative wounds in lipectomy patients. After 2 weeks of treatment, the patients that received magnetic therapy experienced significant reductions in pain, swelling and discoloration. This results of this study support the use of magnetic therapy in wound healing of lipectomy patients. To read more about this study, click on this link: The influence of permanent magnetic field therapy on wound healing in suction lipectomy patients: a double-blind study.
Study #2: This study was performed at the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics in Columbia, Missouri. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of magnetic therapy in wound healing in lab rats. At the conclusion, it was determined that rats exposed to magnetic therapy healed faster than those that were not given treatment. To learn more about this study, click on this link: The Effect of Magnetic Fields on Wound Healing.
Study #3: The Department of Orthopaedics at the Second Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University performed a study on the effects of magnetic therapy in deep wound healing in lab rats. At the end of 12 days, it was determined that magnetic therapy can accelerate the healing process in deep wounds. The results of this study support the use of magnets in wound healing. To access this article, click on this link: Effect of static magnetic field on deep wound healing of SD rats.
Study #1: A study was conducted by the Division for Research and Education at Harvard Medical School on the effects of magnetic therapy on osteoarthritis of the knee. Participants were exposed to 4 hours of magnetic therapy in a monitored setting. In addition, they were required to wear a magnetic piece over the arthritic knee daily for 6 hours. The study was conducted over a 6 week period. At the conclusion of the study, the results showed there was pain relief after the 4 hours of magnetic therapy treatment. Furthermore, participants who wore the magnetic piece over the arthritic knee experienced pain relief at the end of the 6 week study. To learn more about this magnetic therapy study, click on this link: Double-blind placebo-controlled trial of static magnets for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee: results of a pilot study.
Study #2: Study was performed by the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Medical Branch. The purpose of the study was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on degenerative joint disease of the knee, specifically pain levels and functional capacity. Participants were recruited from outpatient clinics or volunteered. The study was conducted over a 2 week period in which participants wore magnets over the arthritic knee. At the conclusion of the study, participants noted a decrease in pain in the knee as well as increased functional movement. You can read more about this magnetic therapy study by clicking on this link: Effects of static magnets on chronic knee pain and physical function: a double-blind study.
Study #3: This study was conducted by Vanderbilt University Medical School. The purpose was to determine the effectiveness of magnetic therapy on rheumatoid arthritis of the knee. The study was conducted over a 1 week period in which participants taped magnets to the arthritic knee. At the conclusion of this study, participants reported decreased pain in the arthritic knee. To read more about this magnetic therapy study, click on this link: Two configurations of static magnetic fields for treating rheumatoid arthritis of the knee: a double-blind clinical trial.
Blood Circulation and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study performed by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Virginia Health Sciences Center has demonstrated that magnetic therapy can normalize blood flow. Lab rats were exposed to magnetic therapy for 7 continuous days. At the end of the study, it was observed that artery and vein blood vessels responded favorably to magnetic therapy. The results support the treatment of vascular pathologies involving the dysregulation of microvascular structure with magnetic therapy. Read more about this study here: Chronic static magnetic field exposure alters microvessel enlargement resulting from surgical intervention.
Blood Pressure and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Environmental Health at the National Institute of Public Health in Japan. The purpose was to determine the effects of a magnetic field when applied to the neck region and pelvic region. Laboratory rabbits were exposed to a magnetic field for 30 minutes. The results showed that blood pressure was affected when the neck was treated. However, blood pressure was not affected when the pelvic region was exposed to the magnetic field. The significance of this study is that magnetic fields can be beneficial to in a way that acts to normalize blood pressure. You can read more about this study by clicking on this link: Effects of neck exposure to 5.5 mT static magnetic field on pharmacologically modulated blood pressure in conscious rabbits.
Bone Growth and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study was taken to evaluate the effects of magnetic fields (magnetic therapy) on osteoporotic bone of toothless lower jaw in patients. The patients received new dentures with built-in micromagnets, which would create the magnetic field. X ray analysis of bone growth after 6 months revealed osteogenic growth (new bone formation) in 100% of the patients. This study suggests that magnetic fields can stimulate the process of new bone formation. To read more about this study, click here: Influence of permanent magnetic field on osteoporotic tissue of edentulous lower jaw.
Study #2: A Japanese study examined the effects of a magnetic field on increasing bone mineral density (BMD). Lab rats were exposed to a magnetic field for a 12 week period. The results show that BMD was increased in rats that were treated with a magnetic field. This study has significance because bone mineral density is important to having strong bones. As we get older, our bones lose calcium and other minerals and become lighter and less dense. This makes the bones weaker and increases the chance that they might break or fracture. Bone loss will lead to osteoporosis. The thicker your bones are, the longer it takes to get osteoporosis. Read more about this study at this link: Efficacy of Static Magnetic Field for Locomotor Activity of Experimental Osteopenia.
Study #3: This study was performed by the Department of Otolaryngology at the Taipei Municipal Wan-Fang Hospital in Taiwan. The purpose of the study was to examine the effects of magnetic fields on osteoblasts (bone forming cells). The study concluded that magnetic fields can affect osteoblastic maturation. To learn more about this study, click here: Static magnetic fields promote osteoblast-like cells differentiation via increasing the membrane rigidity.
Study #4: This study was conducted by Japanese researchers on the effects of magnetic fields on osteoblastic cells. After 20 days of exposure to a magnetic field, the cell culture showed a significant increase in calcium content, alkaline phosphatase and osteocalcin. The study concluded that magnetic fields can stimulate bone formation by promoting osteoblastic differentiation and/or activation. To read more about this study, click on this link: Effects of Static Magnetic Fields on Bone Formation in Rat Osteoblast Cultures.
Diabetic Neuropathy and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This clinical trial was taken at the Department of Neurology at New York Medical College. The purpose was to determine if magnetic therapy (magnetic shoe insoles) could decrease pain and improve patient quality of life. Participants in 27 states took part in this study for a duration of 4 months. The results show that by the third and fourth months, patients experienced a decrease in pain, burning, numbness and tingling of the foot. This study suggests magnetic therapy can be beneficial in diabetic neuropathy. To read more about this study, click on this link: Static magnetic field therapy for symptomatic diabetic neuropathy: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Endometritis and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study examined the effects of magnetic therapy on patients with acute endometritis after induced abortion. Endometritis is inflammation or irritation of the uterine lining. In a combination with other therapies, a magnetic field was continuously applied. The results show that there was a reduced hospital stay for the patients due to a faster healing time of the endometrial wound. The contents of this study can be viewed at this link: A permanent magnetic field in the combined treatment of acute endometritis after an artificial abortion.
Fibromyalgia and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: Study was performed by the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Virginia Health System. The purpose was to evaluate the effects of magnetic therapy in patients with fibromyalgia. Pain levels and functional status were measured after 6 months of treatment. This study revealed that participants exposed to magnetic therapy demonstrated improvements in functional status and pain intensity level. In addition, the number of tender points and the intensity of each point were reduced after 6 months of treatment. To learn more about this study, click on this link: Static magnetic fields for treatment of fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial.
Study #2: This study was performed in collaboration with researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Litterst & Associates and the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University. The purpose was to determine if magnetic therapy, in particular magnets placed in mattress pads, could affect chronic pain and sleep disturbances experienced by patients with fibromyalgia. The study concluded after 16 weeks of treatment. The results demonstrated that pain levels associated with fibromyalgia were decreased. In addition, improvements in sleep were also noted. Colbert A, Markov M, Banerji M, Pilla A. Magnetic mattress pad use in patients with fibromyalgia: a randomized double-blind pilot study. J Back Musculoskeletal Rehabil. 1999;13(1):19–31.
Heart Rate and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This study conducted by the Faculty of Biology at the University of Latvia. The purpose was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on the brain activity of lab rats. After 15 minutes of exposure to a magnetic field, an electrocardiogram was recorded, in which heart rate and heart rhythm were analyzed. The results showed that 80% of the rats underwent a change in heart rate and rhythm. In addition, the specific effects were bradycardia and disappearance of respiratory sinus arrhythmia. Read more about this study by clicking on the following link: Static magnetic field influence on rat brain function detected by heart rate monitoring.
Human Neurons (nerve cells) and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #2: This study was performed by the Department of Human Anatomy and Histology at the University of Firenze at the Careggi General Hospital in Italy. The purpose of this research was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on human neuronal cell culture. Neurons are nerve cells, which are the primary cells of the nervous system. In vertebrates, they are found in the brain and spinal cord as well as in the nerves and ganglia of the peripheral nervous system. In the study, neuron cells were exposed to a magnetic field for 15 minutes. The results showed dramatic changes in that the nerve cells formed "vortexes of cells and exposed branched neurites featuring synaptic buttons." The researchers concluded that magnetic fields have a "biological effect" on nerve cells. To learn more about this study, click on this link: Effect of 0.2 T static magnetic field on human neurons: remodeling and inhibition of signal transduction without genome instability.
Inflammation and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Medicine at Rabin Medical Center in Israel. Lab rats were exposed to a magnetic field for a duration of 3 weeks. Tissue samples were examined and the resulted showed that inflammation of the synovial joint (synovitis) was significantly suppressed when exposed to a magnetic field. To learn more about this magnetic field study, click on this link: Treatment of experimental inflammatory synovitis with continuous magnetic field.
Pain and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This case report was conducted by the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The report chronicled 2 adolescents who had chronic pain of the low back and abdomen with intermittent pain of the genitalia. Both were diagnosed with intervertebral disk disease. After each received a magnetic device, both patients experience pain relief lasting more than 2 years. To read more about this case report, click on this link: Static magnetic field therapy for pain in the abdomen and genitals.
Seizures and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted by the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The purpose was to examine alternative methods for the treatment of epilepsy. The results demonstrated that lab rats exposed to a magnetic field had a significant decrease in seizures. You can read more about this study by clicking on this link: A static magnetic field modulates severity of audiogenic seizures and anticonvulsant effects of phenytoin in DBA/2 mice.
Skin Temperature and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was performed by the Faculty of Engineering at Toin University of Yokohama. The purpose was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on metabolic activity in peripheral tissue. The results show that after 5 minutes of exposure to a magnetic field measuring 0.45 - 1.2 T, the skin temperature increased by 0.4 - 1.2 degrees Celsius. You can learn more about this study by reading: Effects of Magnetic Field on Metabolic Action in the Peripheral Tissue.
Swelling and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: A study was performed by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a magnetic field on soft tissue injuries. After 2 hours of exposure to magnetic therapy, it was demonstrated that the edema (swelling) in injured rats were significantly reduced. To read more about this study, click on this link: Acute Exposure to a Moderate Strength Magnetic Field Reduces Edema Formation in Rats.
Wound healing and Magnetic Health Therapy Research:
Study #1: This study was conducted at the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, Florida. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of magnetic therapy on postoperative wounds in lipectomy patients. After 2 weeks of treatment, the patients that received magnetic therapy experienced significant reductions in pain, swelling and discoloration. This results of this study support the use of magnetic therapy in wound healing of lipectomy patients. To read more about this study, click on this link: The influence of permanent magnetic field therapy on wound healing in suction lipectomy patients: a double-blind study.
Study #2: This study was performed at the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics in Columbia, Missouri. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of magnetic therapy in wound healing in lab rats. At the conclusion, it was determined that rats exposed to magnetic therapy healed faster than those that were not given treatment. To learn more about this study, click on this link: The Effect of Magnetic Fields on Wound Healing.
Study #3: The Department of Orthopaedics at the Second Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University performed a study on the effects of magnetic therapy in deep wound healing in lab rats. At the end of 12 days, it was determined that magnetic therapy can accelerate the healing process in deep wounds. The results of this study support the use of magnets in wound healing. To access this article, click on this link: Effect of static magnetic field on deep wound healing of SD rats.
