Magnetotherapy is extremely populara methodsa used in physiotherapy, supports| treatment of many conditions. Alleviates she complaints of pain and affects Accelerateement processu healing. This therapy is used in orthopaedics, rheumatology or internal medicine. Magnetic field interaction causes permeatede by the body, affecting altering the biological functions of tissues, which leads to mobilisation of regenerative and immune processes body.
Cwhat is magnetotherapy?
Magnetotherapy it's the most commonly usedy procedure in the field of physical therapy forming part rehabilitation. Relies she on the effect of a low-frequency magnetic field, which has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as accelerating metabolism. They are produced either by using magnets, i special equipment. The essence of the therapy is the exposure of the body or its parts in a magnetic field that ppenetrates through the body, affecting the structures of cell membranes. As a result of this action, more oxygen and nutrients enter the cells.
How does magnetotherapy worka?
Treatment magnetic field involves administering pulses to the patient in three ranges of frequency and intensity. PPatients with acute inflammatory conditions are advised to Od 1 to 5 hertz and 0.5 to 3 militesla. OFor the treatment of subacute conditions, the following shall be administered to Od 5 to 20 hertz and 3 to 5 militesla, natomiast, patients with diagnosed chronic diseases receive from 20 to 59 hertz and 6 to 10 militesla.
Depending on the indication and treatment area, to each patient is selected individually pulse shape. It can be Rectangular, triangular or sinusoidal. Depending on the therapeutic need, pulses are used:
- rectangular - are used when the disease process involves bones;
- triangular - are used to treat articular cartilage, ligaments and tendons;
- sinusoidal - used in situations where muscles and nerves require treatment.
Magnet therapy and its effects
Magnetic field therapy is an effective and painless treatment for many diseases, conditions soft tissues and bones.
The following can be distinguished effects treatment magnetic field:
- rapid regeneration of affected tissues,
- pain relief,
- anti-inflammatory action,
- action by accelerating cell regeneration,
- prevention of oedema,
- stimulation of collagen production,
- acceleration of bone fusion and regeneration,
- improving blood circulation,
- levelling of bone tissue defects,
- reduction in muscle tension,
- strengthening the immune system,
- ,anti-inflammatory action,
- regeneration of nervous tissue.
Possible side effects
Treatment magnetic field may cause side effects in some patients such as:
- reduction in blood pressure,
- slowing down reaction times,
- visual impairment,
- subjective feelings such as tingling, numbness and warmth of the exposed area,
- general irritability,
- sleep disorders,
- concentration disorders.
What does magnetotherapy help with?
Magnetic field treatment has many applications. Thanks to the lack of temperature rise during the treatment, it can be usedy even during periods of exacerbation of disease processes. The main indications for therapy include:
- hard-to-heal wounds and burns
- peripheral circulation disorders,
- Nerve inflammation,
- metabolic disorders,
- bronchitis and sinusitis,
- inflammation of the joints and periarticular tissues,
- post-traumatic conditions.
- osteoporosis,
- injuries, ulcers and hard-to-heal wounds,
- neurological conditions, e.g. multiple sclerosis,
- Sudecka team,
- statey zapalne reproductive tract, such as avide ovaries,
- migraines
- recovery periods after certain surgical procedures (e.g. endoprosthesis implantation),
- spasticity,
- migraine,
- infertility,
- Crohn's disease,
- gastric ulcers in the chronic phase,
- prostate growth,
Ponditions for the use of magnetoterapii
Medical conditions in which magnetotherapy treatments should not be performed are:
- pregnancy,
- cancer,
- pulmonary tuberculosis,
- juvenile diabetes,
- thyrotoxicosis,
- gastrointestinal bleeding,
- severe infections of viral, bacterial and fungal origin,
- electronic implants (e.g. pacemakers),
- infectious diseases,
- bleeding (menstruation),
- Burger disease,
- serious cardiovascular diseases.
