PEMF

PEMF Research

The use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) for wellness dates to the 19th century, and the scientific studies regarding the benefits and applications of PEMF are extensive, to say the least. While this compilation is merely a subset of the extensive research regarding PEMF, it is a great starting point for learning more about the science that backs this incredible technology.

This document will take you on a journey through early research around why and how PEMF works and further into the general benefits that PEMF has been shown to provide – both for people and animals.

HOW PEMF WORKS: THE MECHANISM OF ACTION

AMBIENT AND SUPPLEMENTAL MAGNETIC FIELDS PROMOTE MYOGENESIS VIA A TRPC1-MITOCHONDRIAL AXIS: EVIDENCE OF A MAGNETIC MITOHORMETIC MECHANISM (The FASEB Journal, 2019)
After understanding that biological cells behave like electrochemical cells (batteries) through chemical reactions and ion movements, it helps to understand exactly what cellular and sub-cellular reactions and ion movements take place under the influence of PEMF. While the referenced article discusses PEMF’s mechanism of action on muscle cells, the components involved could translate to many other cells. For example, the TRPC1 protein involved in this study is a voltage-gated ion channel located on the plasma membrane of numerous human and animal cell types. PEMF helps position/orient TRPC1 so that it better facilitates the movement of calcium (Ca2+) ions into the cell. Inside the cell, calcium ions…

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Get to the mitochondria, which in turn respires more

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Aid in production of another protein (calcineurin) which supports the immune system, and

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Stimulate epigenetic cascades that support production of mitochondria. In essence, with (1) and (3) you have more mitochondria available and each is respiring more, thereby generating more ATP and energy for the cell to do its job. Given that TRPC1 and other voltage-gated calcium channels are in It makes sense that regardless of the cells in question, the central impact of PEMF is moving calcium ions and stimulating mitochondrial respiration and reproduction, leading to greater energy.

NATURAL RECOVERY

EFFECTS OF PULSED ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD THERAPY ON DELAYED-ONSET MUSCLE SORENESS IN BICEPS BRACHII.
(Physical Therapy in Sport, 2015)

The official journal of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports and Exercise Medicine published a study on PEMF’s impact on delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in biceps brachii on 30 healthy human subjects. Their objective was to compare the effects of PEMF with placebo treatment on variables in elbow flexors following an exercise regimen that would induce muscle soreness.

“Overall, the application of the PEMF was found to be effective in reducing the physiological deficits associated with DOMS [delayed onset muscle soreness], including improved recovery of perceived muscle soreness, increased median frequency (MDF), and enhanced electromechanical delay (EMD) during isometric contraction.”

BENEFITS OF PEMF FOR HUMANS

AS PEMF STIMULATES AND EXERCISES THE CELL, IT IS AS IF THE CELL “WAKES UP” AND STARTS DOING WHAT IT NEEDS TO DO. IT GETS MOVING. IT GETS EXERCISED. THIS IS WHY PEMF IS OFTEN REFERRED TO AS “CELLULAR EXERCISE,” AND THIS PROCESS HAS SEVERAL IMPLICATIONS FOR HUMAN WELLNESS:

NATURAL RECOVERY PROCESS [2]

PEMF capitalizes on the body’s intelligence and incredible self-healing capabilities, encouraging the cells with natural energy to better perform their many functions.

ASSIST WITH MUSCLE FATIGUE & DISCOMFORT AFTER EXERCISE [3]

Complement any training program.

SUPPORT GENERAL RELAXATION [4, 5]

PEMF is a soothing and restorative modality.

EXPERIENCE MORE ENERGY, NATURALLY [6, 7]

The body’s holistic nature uses PEMF as a catalyst for full-body energy.

AMPLIFY ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE [7, 8]

Harness the power of natural energy to supplement training and performance goals.