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    How can PEMF Therapy help with Arthritis!

    March 31, 2023

    Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.


    Osteoarthritis (OA) causes cartilage — the hard, slippery tissue that covers the ends (caps) of bones where they form a joint — to break down, it occurs due to wear and tear over time.


    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease in which the immune system attacks the joints, beginning with the lining of joints and characterized by chronic.



    Compared to OA, RA happens much quicker, therefore a quick anti-inflammatory intervention is an ideal treatment strategy.


    Left untreated, the inflammation can result in loss of bone and cartilage tissues and cause loss of movement due to damaged arthritic joints. Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field therapy has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects that help reduce arthritis symptoms and pain.


    Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy may provide a cost-effective, non-invasive, and safe therapeutic modality with growing popularity and use in physical medicine and rehabilitation. The purpose of this study was to synthesize the current knowledge on the use of PEMF in OA. (12)


    Treatments vary depending on the type of arthritis. The main goals of arthritis treatments are to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.


    For Arthritis, PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy has been studied in numerous cell studies and clinical trials and has been found to be a viable treatment worthy of larger clinical trials according to many published studies.


    Several trials and studies have been conducted to measure the effectiveness as well as side-effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy for Arthritis and indeed other important Orthopedic conditions such as osteoporosis and fractures. In 2013, a pilot randomized clinical trial at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit (USA) found non-invasive PEMF therapy can have a significant and rapid impact on pain from early knee OA and that larger clinical trials are warranted. (1)


    In 2015, scientists from Germany conducted a clinical trial to study the effects of PEMF on patients with knee osteoarthritis. They applied 4-12 Hz sine wave PEMF field and found that PEMF reduced the pain and disability, and recommended PEMF therapy as a useful complementary treatment for arthritis with no side effects. (2)


    Credible conclusions and case studies about PEMF therapy for Arthritis show that, PEMF therapy doesn’t just reduce pain, but when done right, heals the condition and avoids degeneration too. In a study from India in 2009, the basis of the trial on low-frequency PEMF for arthritis, it was conclusively suggested that PEMF not only alleviates the arthritis pain but also improves anti-inflammatory action and helps in bone remodeling. (3)


    In the Rheumatology (Oxford) journal, results of a clinical trial on PEMF for knee OA suggest that PEMF is effective for pain management and improving physical function in knee OA. (5)


    In another research review from Italy, the scientists concluded that PEMF therapy is a valid option in the conservation of knee articular diseases including early osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome and Spontaneous Osteonecrosis of the Knee (SONK). They suggested that PEMFs can be applied as an adjunct treatment post arthroscopic knee procedure or knee replacement to control the post-operative inflammation and pain. (6)


    Incredible experimentation has gone into the design and development of PEMF devices along with a lot of feedback from users.


    How does PEMF work for Arthritis?

    The reason PEMF works so well is simple. All our cells function and communicate on principles of Bio-electromagnetics, it’s possible and now proven that cell functions can be modulated, and energy levels of the cells enhanced via the oxygen capacity improvement offered by PEMF. That’s what results in long-term and actual healing, rather than symptomatic pain relief often offered in pain clinics today.


    The Medical Research Team for Seqex ICR® PEMF Therapy have specifically created 3 effective programs targeting Arthritis.


    1. OAC1 (Osteoarthritis Chronic): It is a program recommended for osteo-articular conditions in chronic states. The underlying aim of this program is to treat bones, joints and supporting tissues in all acute stages (for example osteoarthritis, secondary joint deformations, and rheumatic diseases).
    2. OAA (Osteoarthritis Acute): Program recommended for osteo-articular conditions in acute state. The underlying aim of this program is to treat bones, joints and supporting tissues in all acute stages. (for example fractures and dislocations)
    3. OST (Osteoporosis): Program recommended for conditions of bone distress (for example osteopenia and osteoporosis). The aim of the program is not only to stimulate the deposit of new bone material, which in itself is not easy, but in particular to stimulate an organization of bone tissue that improves strength. The program can be therefore be used in combination with others when it is necessary to stimulate bone response.



    The anti-inflammatory effects of PEMF in arthritic conditions could be due to the stabilizing action of PEMF on cell membranes as reflected by the restoration of plasma membrane Ca2+ ATPase (PMCA) and intracellular Ca (2+) levels in blood lymphocytes subsequently inhibiting PGE (2) biosynthesis. (7)


    This article goes in depth on the effects of PEMF on cytokines, growth factors, and angiogenesis in the cells of bone and cartilage tissues. (8)


    S.I.S.T.E.M.I. Over time has developed various programs with their SEQEX ICR PEMF Medical Device, which is what Health Energies Vaughan uses as their PEMF Technology, that target those conditions such as Osteo Arthritis, Rheumatoid and Osteoporosis in either an acute or chronic state. The programs are using low EMF’s varying from 1 HZ to 75 HZ depending on which one is used, for example OAC1 (Osteo Arthritis Chronic) will reflect a sequence of 9 different hertz ranging from 10 -75 Hz, at different intensities, wave forms, time on and time off. We also have OAA (Osteo Arthritis Acute) and OST (Osteoporosis) which has a broader range of HZ from 1-75. They have published some case report and research that you can refer to in our research reference section (13) (14) Seqex Therapy in Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head: A Case Report (13) and the benefit of ICR (Ion Cyclotron Resonance) (14) of the Seqex ICR PEMF medical devices.


    As per one study, it should be noted that PEMF treatment should ideally be performed for an extended period (weeks) to see ideal results. Additionally in a research review by scientists from Korea on the effects of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy on knee osteoarthritis, it was concluded that PEMF was significantly more effective at 4-8 weeks of PEMF treatment. (3)


    In a meta-analysis by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and other Chinese universities in the Hunan province, the study reveals that PEMF can alleviate pain and improve function in knee and hand osteoarthritis. However, they didn’t fund many results for cervical OA. They added that a short treatment session of 30 mins could be the optimum treatment time for finding best results with PEMF for arthritis, depending on the device used and strength. (10)


    PEMF therapy for Arthritis is easily applied simply by laying on the mat or placing the electromagnets close to the affected area or putting feet on a PEMF device. Daily use of PEMF therapy for Arthritis has shown positive results. PEMF Practitioners, Physical therapists, Chiropractors and Massage Therapists can certainly evaluate electromagnetic therapy for arthritis and help develop protocols and guidelines as a passive therapy to improve outcomes in OA and RA.


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    Can other wellness Technologies such as Low-level light therapy work better than PEMF for Arthritis?


    It’s always possible to achieve better pain relief results compared to PEMF therapy for arthritis utilizing other pain relief technologies such as low-level laser therapy, electro-acupuncture and electrical stimulation. (11) which Health Energies Vaughan offer a well, however, PEMF can always be a great tool to have, and it’s possible to achieve much different results depending on the PEMF device and parameters used. There is also the matter of cellular effects of these technologies compared to PEMF. As compared to LLLT, PEMF would be more regenerative in nature, whilst LLLT can reduce pain better. Used as an adjunct therapy or in combination can lead to overall better results.



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    I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for introducing me to the Seqex PEMF mat. Over the past four months of use, I have experienced a dramatic reduction in pain, stiffness, and inflammation, because of my chronic osteoarthritis. Additionally, I am no longer dependent on pharmaceutical sleeping aids. My overall good health and mental well-being have increased and my skin condition, because of multiple surgeries has improved significantly. I look forward to lifetime use of this remarkable product.


    - Cheryl H.



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    PEMF Therapy for RA & OA Research References


    1. Nelson F, Zvirbulis R, Pilla A. Non-invasive electromagnetic field therapy produces rapid and substantial pain reduction in early knee osteoarthritis: a randomized double-blind pilot study. Rheumatol Int. 2013;33(8):2169-2173.
    2. Wuschech H, von Hehn U, Mikus E, Funk RH. Effects of PEMF on patients with osteoarthritis: Results of a prospective, placebo-controlled, double-blind study. Bioelectromagnetics. Published online November 12, 2015:576-585. doi:10.1002/bem.21942
    3. Ganesan K, Gengadharan A, Balachandran C, Manohar B, Puvanakrishnan R. Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field–a viable alternative therapy for arthritis. Indian J Exp Biol. 2009;47(12):939-948.
    4. Markovic L, Wagner B, Crevenna R. Effects of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy on outcomes associated with osteoarthritis. Wien Klin Wochenschr. Published online April 1, 2022:425-433. doi:10.1007/s00508-022-02020-3
    5. Bagnato GL, Miceli G, Marino N, Sciortino D, Bagnato GF. Pulsed electromagnetic fields in knee osteoarthritis: a double blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial. Rheumatology. Published online December 24, 2015:755-762. doi:10.1093/rheumatology/kev426
    6. Vicenti G, Bizzoca D, Nappi V, et al. Biophysical stimulation of the knee with PEMFs: from bench to bedside. J Biol Regul Homeost Agents. 2018;32(6 Suppl. 1):23-28. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30644277
    7. Selvam R, Ganesan K, Narayana Raju KVS, Gangadharan AC, Manohar BM, Puvanakrishnan R. Low frequency and low intensity pulsed electromagnetic field exerts its antiinflammatory effect through restoration of plasma membrane calcium ATPase activity. Life Sciences. Published online June 2007:2403-2410. doi:10.1016/j.lfs.2007.03.019
    8. Ross CL, Ang DC, Almeida-Porada G. Targeting Mesenchymal Stromal Cells/Pericytes (MSCs) With Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Has the Potential to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis. Front Immunol. Published online March 4, 2019. doi:10.3389/fimmu.2019.00266
    9. Veronesi F, Torricelli P, Giavaresi G, et al. In vivo effect of two different pulsed electromagnetic field frequencies on osteoarthritis. J Orthop Res. 2014;32(5):677-685.
    10. Wu Z, Ding X, Lei G, et al. Efficacy and safety of the pulsed electromagnetic field in osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis. BMJ Open. Published online December 2018:e022879. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2018-022879
    11. Bjordal J, Johnson M, Lopes-Martins R, Bogen B, Chow R, Ljunggren A. Short-term efficacy of physical interventions in osteoarthritic knee pain. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised placebo-controlled trials. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2007;8:51. doi:10.1186/1471-2474-8-51
    12. Wien Klin Wochenschr. 2022; 134(11-12): 425–433. Published online 2022 Apr 1. doi: 10.1007/s00508-022-02020-3, PMCID: PMC9213303,PMID: 35362792, Effects of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy on outcomes associated with osteoarthritis. A systematic review of systematic reviews Lovro Markovic, Barbara Wagner, and Richard Crevenna, MBA, MMSc corresponding author 
    13. https://scholars.direct/Articles/muskuloskeletal-surgery/atms-1-003.php?jid=muskuloskeletal-surgery
    14. Ion cyclotron resonance as a tool in regenerative medicine Antonella Lisi 1, Mario Ledda, Flavia de Carlo, Deleana Pozzi, Elisa Messina, Roberto Gaetani, Isotta Chimenti, Lucio Barile, Alessandro Giacomello, Enrico D'Emilia, Livio Giuliani, Alberto Foletti, Annamaria Patti, Antonella Vulcano, Settimio Grimaldi Ion cyclotron resonance as a tool in regenerative medicine - PubMed (nih.gov)New Paragraph

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