ABOUT US WHAT IS MAGNETIC THERAPY?
Magnet therapy makes use of the static magnetic fields produced by permanent magnets; the related alternate medicine field of electromagnetic therapy involves the application of electromagnetic waves to the patient. Magnet therapy is based upon the idea that magnetic fields have the ability to help the body heal or simply relieve pain. Over 200 years ago the Chinese medics developed a manner of treating the body by using its own energy, Wei Chi. These ancient medics believed that the Wei Chi, which is the invisible energy that circulates beneath the skin, can be strengthen against external pathogens such as cold, and illnesses thought the practice of Acupuncture. So what does this have to do with magnetic therapy?  This therapy has it history based on the use of magnets on and around the acupuncture points of your body. Even today modern doctors and researches are continuing to study the benefits of magnetic therapy.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Magnetic therapy works with the iron in the blood; it relaxes the capillary walls that surround the muscles and connective tissues. This reaction increases the blood flow to the area, which promotes healing. Although the studies on magnetic therapy vary on the actual measure of increase in blood flow, the one point that most doctors and researches agree on is the lack of negative effect that this therapy has across the board.  If you decide that magnetic therapy is the choice for you we urge you to consult your doctor. There are some circumstances which magnetic therapy may affect you differently such as pregnancy, small babies or if you are wearing a pacemaker, a defibrillator, an insulin pump or any other implanted electronic-based medical device.

GAUSS RATING, WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Gauss rating is a variable that describes the force of a magnet (the amount of magnetic energy in its core). The higher this number, the more powerful the magnet. For example, magnets on your fridge will have around 200 gauss rating, while the ones used in therapy have between 200 and 10,000. Size is also an important factor in magnetic therapy.  A larger magnet with a lower gauss rating may be more powerful than a smaller magnet with a higher gauss rating. Together the size and gauss rating are what give the magnetic the penetration power; how far its magnetic field will get into your body.  If the penetration power is stronger then in theory the healing power of the magnetic will more effective, being able to reach the source of the pain or illness.  

Disclaimer:
The information contained in these pages is not intended to provide or even infer medical advice. HORSTAC does not claim that magnetic therapy provides a cure for any disease, condition or disorder. Magnets should only be used for pain when a medical practitioner has diagnosed the cause. Pain is a warning signal that you should not ignore or try to treat yourself without medical consultation. Magnetic therapy will work differently for each individual. Magnetic devices of the proper strength, properly placed should produce improvement, in various time frames, with varying results for each person.