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Have you heard of PEMF Therapy? What is all the hype about? Let me explain the benefits it can bring to your life.
PEMF Therapy has been making waves on social media lately, and you may have even tried it on yourself, your horse, or your pets. But what exactly is PEMF Therapy, how does it work, and why is it helpful?
A brief history of PEMF therapy.
PEMF Therapy has a rich history that spans several centuries.
In the 19th century, scientists like William Gilbert, Carl Friedrich Gauss, Michael Faraday, and Nicola Tesla were studying electricity and magnetism. Tesla, in particular, was interested in pulsed magnetism and its ability to pass through the body using electrical coils. These coils are still used in modern PEMF systems.
In the 1970s, it was initially used to help heal non-union joint fractures and bone regrowth. As the technology advanced, studies proved that PEMF Therapy supports various other conditions, such as pain relief, inflammation reduction, improved circulation, arthritis, depression, and post-operative healing. Over the years, it has proven to be a safe, non-invasive, and effective alternative option. With the growing interest in natural and holistic healthcare, PEMF Therapy is expected to continue to gain popularity and provide relief to many people.
What is the effect of PEMF Therapy on cells?
In middle school biology, we learned that cells are the building blocks of all living things. Cells need energy to function, and ATP is the energy source for all cellular activity. The mitochondria's job is to produce ATP, which regulates cell metabolism and stores energy for the cell. This energy is crucial for the cell to heal and function properly. When ATP levels are low, cells can get sick and lose function.
Living cells create a natural electrical charge by moving ions in and out of their membranes. This ion movement is disrupted when cells face injuries, toxicity, or a lack of oxygen/nutrients. This disruption messes with the cell membrane's charge and metabolism, resulting in the cell's inability to absorb oxygen and nutrients, release toxins, and lose energy.
To help, PEMF Therapy uses a pulsed electromagnetic field to increase the charge in cells and tissues. This increase in charge has been proven to increase ATP in the cell, which results in better cellular function and healing. PEMF therapy also helps enzymes rebuild ATP from ADP and back, so ATP is constantly recycled. It's like cellular exercise! That's why muscles work better, longer, and harder with PEMF therapy.
Can you explain the concept of PEMF therapy and its benefits?
PEMF therapy is a non-invasive approach to promoting overall wellness by enhancing the body's natural functions. This holistic device energizes the cells in the body, which can aid in self-healing, speed up recovery, boost cellular metabolism, decrease inflammation, improve muscle function, endurance, strength, and healing, reduce stress and anxiety, increase oxygenation and circulation, detect and relieve soreness, and much more.
While PEMF therapy has been FDA-approved since the mid-'80s for bone regrowth, repairing non-union joint fractures, post-operative recovery, and depression, there are still new studies on PEMF therapy, and its potential healing benefits are constantly emerging. Even NASA has studied PEMF's restorative abilities on bone and muscles for astronauts returning from space.
Who Can and Can't Use PEMF Therapy?
Reviewing the list of contradictions is best to determine if PEMF suits you or your animals. These include having a pacemaker, spinal stimulator, cochlear implants, using immune suppressants, actively bleeding, or being pregnant. If you have any concerns, don't hesitate to consult with your doctor or vet. PEMF can benefit individuals of any age, species, or fitness level.
How do I utilize PEMF therapy in my equine bodywork?
I'm a massive fan of Pulse PEMF therapy! When I started my business in 2019, I mainly focused on this type of therapy and working towards completing my certification in Equine sports massage; I had been around horses for about 20 years, so I knew a thing or two about them. And let me tell you, I've seen firsthand how effective PEMF therapy can be when it comes to helping a wide range of issues - from check ligaments and suspensories to muscle strains, wounds, and even torn meniscus! The best part? This therapy is completely non-invasive, so it's usually my go-to choice. Of course, I'm certified in two types of Equine massage, cold laser, kinesiology tape, and animal neuro myofascial release technique, so I value those modalities as much.
To book your PEMF session and experience its benefits for you, your horse, and your pets, don't hesitate to get in touch with Rachel at 954.821.8966 today or find me on Facebook and Instagram.
References for Images:
1 Cell diagram from What is a cell? Structure, Types, Cell theory & Functions. https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/cell-in-biology/
2 Astronaut-Astronaut. (2023, June 21). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astronaut
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