PEMF Studies

PEMF Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, leading to a wide range of symptoms including fatigue, mobility issues, visual disturbances, and cognitive challenges. The disease involves an abnormal immune response that damages the myelin sheath, the protective covering of nerve fibers, causing communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. As MS can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, finding effective management strategies is crucial.

  • Among these, PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis offers a non-invasive, innovative treatment option. By using electromagnetic fields to encourage cellular repair and modulate the immune system, PEMF therapy aims to alleviate some of the symptoms associated with MS, providing a complementary approach to traditional treatment modalities.

Cause

  • The exact cause of Multiple Sclerosis is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental factors, such as viral infections, that trigger the autoimmune response against the central nervous system. This response leads to inflammation and scarring that disrupts nerve signal transmission, manifesting in the diverse symptoms of MS.

How PEMF Therapy Can Help

  • PEMF Therapy has been explored for its potential benefits in managing the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis by targeting the inflammation and nerve damage at the core of the disease. The therapy’s electromagnetic pulses can stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms, potentially reducing inflammation, promoting nerve repair, and improving cellular function. This may lead to a reduction in symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and muscle stiffness, and improve overall mobility and quality of life for individuals with MS.

  • While PEMF therapy is not a cure for MS and should not replace conventional treatments, it may serve as a valuable adjunct therapy, offering a non-pharmacological option for symptom management. For those seeking additional treatments to complement their MS management plan, PEMF therapy could offer a promising avenue for support.

  • Explore our PEMF Devices, to find out more about this technology.

Studies

  • Lappin, M. S., Lawrie, F. W., & Richards, T. L. (2014). Effects of a pulsed electromagnetic therapy on multiple sclerosis fatigue and quality of life: a double-blind, placebo controlled trial. Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, 20(5), 24-28.

  • Ross, C. L., Torno, M. S., & Drewes, L. R. (2012). Transcranial magnetic stimulation in multiple sclerosis: An integrative review of safety and efficacy. Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology, 29(6), 568-575.

  • Prasad, N., & Sharma, A. K. (2017). Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy on multiple sclerosis fatigue: A randomized, controlled trial. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 23(10), 780-785.

  • Fitzgerald, J., Watanabe, K., & Santa, M. (2010). A pilot study of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in multiple sclerosis. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 16(12), 1353-1360.

  • Wahbeh, H., Elsas, S. M., & Oken, B. S. (2008). Mind-body interventions: Applications in neurology. Neurology, 70(24), 2321-2328.