Another high profile physiotherapist reveals his experience with Q magnets and pain.

I have been using the Quadrapolar technology for several years as a means to reduce pain associated with arthritis in multiple joints. As a physiotherapist I was somewhat skeptical to start with but the fact of the matter is that my pain reduces when I have these on and I can return to doing the majority of the activities I enjoy.

The 2nd key aspect for those in the medical community is that the research and evidence behind this technology is rapidly accumulating and can’t be overlooked. If you are involved with anyone who has a painful condition then I thoroughly recommend that you start using the quadrapolar technology at Q-Magnets. You won’t be disappointed either as a practitioner or someone has ongoing pain.

John Davie
Physiotherapist and principal at
Professional Performance Specialists Pty Ltd

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Pain relief AND reduced risk of re-injury with Q magnets…

Injuries are the inevitable consequence of athletes pushing their bodies to breaking point. One of the easiest forms of pain relief is popping a pill and Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) such as Advil, Aleve, Brufen, Celebrex, Naprosyn and Nurofen are very common.

PAIN RELIEF AT A COST – NSAIDs

But, did you know; that along with pain relief comes a weakening of the injured area and an increased risk of re-injury? One study by Cohen, DB et al, (Indomethacin and celecoxib impair rotator cuff tendon‐to‐bone healing; Am J Sports Med 2006) found that in the group taking NSAIDs, 8% of tendons completely failed to heal with significant decreases in tensile strength and collagen organisation in the remainder. Aside from poor tissue healing, other studies have found delayed fracture healing.

This is aside from the more well-known side effects from NSAIDs such as damage to the digestive system, liver and kidneys.

PAIN RELIEF WITH A BONUS – Q MAGNETS

Experimental group 15 days after injury with lower rate of inflammatory cell (white arrow) and low rate of fibroblast (black arrow).

Experimental group 15 days after injury with lower rate of
inflammatory cell (white arrow) and low rate of fibroblast (black arrow).

In contrast, a study published in June, 2012 investigated the effects of a static magnetic field on a tendon injury in dogs and found the experimental group had reduced inflammatory cells and increased blood vessel proliferation and collagen formation as compared to the control group. Clinically, after 30 days, it was observed that the wound healing and physical activity of the experimental dogs were better than the control group. The experimental group was also able to weight bear after 30 days.

Another study by Costantino et al (2007), studied 40 patients with wrist fractures after applying a Quadrapolar magnetic array directly over the fracture in the plaster cast of the subjects.  Resulting in bone callus formation that produced a 35% improvement in healing rates compared to ‘standard’ time.

Q magnets are a one-off purchase, last for many years and can be used over and over again for all sorts of acute and chronic pains. Don’t just take our word for it, listen to a Canadian surgeon who used them for his own running injury, this is the feedback he sent us

“Although I, along with many, cannot be certain as to the precise biological explanation surrounding the physiology of Q magnet action, it is irrefutable in my case that they were, nevertheless, highly effective.

For now, we have theories, like so many demonstrable events in nature. These answers may come with further research. Until then, Q magnets are a viable option for pain relief and the possible healing of stress fractures that is simple, effective, and unlike many other remedies, is without complications.”
Dr Mark Thibert, M.D.

 

 See this case study of a Grade III calf tear treated by an experienced physiotherapist…

Calf bruise showing 2 days post Q magnet placement close up.

Calf bruise showing 2 days post Q magnet placement close up.

 















 

What are other experienced sports therapists saying?  

“I have been using Q magnets from Neuromagnetics Australia since 2004 both in private practice and in my capacity as team physiotherapist for the Wallabies and the Brisbane Lions.

In that time I have used them for a range of soft tissue injuries and I have particularly found them useful for reducing spasm, swelling and pain modulation.

While there is mixed evidence supporting the use of magnetic therapy, research on devices such as Q magnets do show promise which is encouraging. Anecdotally we have been happy with the clinical results achieved.

I would highly recommend Q magnets to any athlete seeking to push the boundaries to get the most out of their bodies and recover faster from injury.”
Ed Fitzgerald
Principal Physiotherapist
Queensland Sports Medicine Centre

 

For the sports therapists seeking the latest treatment modalities to pass onto motivated patients and improve clinical outcomes, ask about our practitioner pricing.

For athletes who want a simple and effective self-management therapy, look no further than Q magnets. Order your Active Athlete Bonus Set today.

Active Athlete Q Bonus Package

Active Athlete Q Bonus Package

 

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Treatment for low back pain after epidural during labour.

Epidurals are a safe and common form of pain relief during labour. During the epidural, a needle is used to puncture the dura and make way for a catheter that can carry the anaesthetic which is pumped into the spinal column of the lower back – into the epidural space.

Epidural in the lower back during labour.

Epidural in the lower back during labour.

The common site for an epidural for pain relief during labour is the L2/3 interspinal space of the lumbar spine. As a physiotherapist, I treat a lot of back pain. It was not uncommon to find the source of pain in females to originate at the site of the epidural. Patients often reported pain in the thoracolumbar region (mid to lower back). Most of these patients found excellent pain relief through the use of Q magnets.

To treat the pain with Q magnets, simply place a device directly over the site of the epidural. The best device to use is the QF28-3 which is strong enough to penetrate to the site of the scar and capture some of the surrounding tissue. This has the effect of dampening the pain messages to the brain and seems to have lasting effects on the scar tissue itself as many patients were able to wean off the magnets after some months.

The Q magnet device needs to be applied flat side to the body with the writing side facing out and the orientation arrow pointing up towards the head.

The aim of the Q magnet application is to wear it continually over the area until pain subsides and the scar has healed.

By Dianne Hermans B.Phty
Physiotherapist

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Why the interest in Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapies? Why do we value CAM?

I wanted to share this article because I love the way it describes the history and value of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM).

The article comes from…
Desai, V et al. (2013). “Alternative Medicines and Their Applications in Dentistry-A Brief Review.” Int Journal of Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences. 2013; 2(2): 542-545

 It can be downloaded here.

The article states…

“The history of medicine includes many ludicrous therapies. Nevertheless, ancient wisdom has been the basis of modern medicine and will remain as one important source of future medicine and therapeutics. During the last decades, there is increasing interest to unlock the secrets of ancient herbal remedies”.

This fits the narrative of the history of magnetic therapy perfectly. Practices like that of the physician Anton Mesmer and his theory on animal magnetism were discredited by the French medical establishment. Even Benjamin Franklin was included in the 1784 investigation commissioned by King Louis XVI that discredited Mesmer’s work. The reputation of magnetic therapy suffers even to this day from this episode. But recent research is now unlocking the therapeutics of static magnets and their applications for the treatment of chronic and persistent pain and injury recovery.

Then…

“Patients are more interested in alternative medicine for many reasons. The two main ones being the high costs and the potential for side-effects”.

The costs of ongoing medication and/or surgery are immense, whether it’s out of pocket expenses borne directly by the patient or the tax payer funded national health system. For many people, the relatively small one off purchase of Q magnets is a bargain and with little or no side effects, when they work they leave the alternatives for dead. 

Next…

“Unlike mainstream medicine, Complementary and alternative (CAM) often lacks or has only limited experimental and clinical study; however, scientific investigation of CAM is beginning to address this knowledge gap”.

With the advent of the MRI and new research into static magnets for the treatment of chronic pain and injury recovery, the future of magnetism in medicine is showing significant promise. Much of this research is listed here

To see the latest in magnetism in medicine, make sure you bookmark this blog and return every now and then for updates. Help spread the word on social media, by liking us on Facebook, subscribe to our YouTube Channel and/or follow us on Twitter.

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Small magnets being withdrawn from sale, what about Q magnets?

The dangers of children swallowing small magnets are coming into focus and for good reason.  Canada recently came out with such an announcement

At Neuromagnetics Australia, we have been well aware of this from the outset. Our Information and Instructions sheet provides the following warning in the Precautions section…

Take extreme care to prevent any strong magnet from being swallowed by an animal or child. This is particularly dangerous if more than one are ingested as it can lead to bowel perforation and the need for surgery if they stick together while transiting through the digestive tract.

 Bucky Balls toysThe magnetic products under consideration for banning are mainly toys, in particular the shiny round powerful neodymium magnets. These types of magnets are particularly dangerous for the following three reasons, as they…

  1. Are usually bought in large numbers and individual balls can easily become separated and roll away.
  2. Look attractive to babies and young children and being smooth and round and very tempting to put in the mouth and very easy to swallow.
  3. Become particularly dangerous when more than one is swallowed. Being spherical, if two magnets stick together and pinch the intestinal wall, all the force is concentrated to a single point. This will likely cause the intestinal wall to perforate which can be life threatening and require immediate surgery.

While Q magnets still pose somewhat of a risk, their design mitigates much of the danger.

  1. As a medical device they are less likely to be lost or left lying around for children to pick up.
  2. The shape of the magnets and the plastic casing with the relatively sharp edges makes them less tempting for a child to put in their mouth and swallow.
  3. With a flux plate on one side that shields the magnetic field, there is an immediate 50% reduced chance of them sticking together with the force required to perforate the intestinal wall. In addition, the attractive force would be spread over a flat round area and not concentrated on a small point.

Care should always be taken with your Q magnets to keep them safely stored. If you have the Q Bag, keep them safely zipped and secured in the bag when not in use to avoid the potential of them being swallowed.

Stay safe with common sense.

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Using magnets for pain to reduce the growing burden of chronic pain.

Recently The Lancet published the most comprehensive review of disabilities caused by disease. As the population ages, the years lived with a disability is increasing, which is simply stating the obvious for anyone over 40.

In the top 10 of the diseases that cause disability (as opposed to death), measured in years lived with a disability were…

1.  Low Back Pain
4.  Neck Pain
5.  Other Musculoskeletal Disorders and
8.  Migraines

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The Power of Love

In November, 2012 we exhibited Q magnets at the Pan Pacific Medical Acupuncture Forum. I had the privilege to meet Dr Steven Aung, a medical acupuncturist from Canada.

Dr Aung gave a heart-felt talk at the conference on patient care and the importance of giving unconditional love without necessarily expecting anything in return.

It reminded me of the words of Jesus in Luke Chapter 6:35

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More Evidence for the effects of Static Magnetic Fields on Soft Tissue Injury Recovery

Tendons are a tough tissue that attach muscles to bone. Tendonitis or tendinopathy is a condition that progresses with tiny tears on the tendon resulting in pain and swelling. Simple and effective treatments that can speed up the healing and offer natural pain relief are extremely valuable to athletes and anyone suffering from the condition.

The June, 2012 issue of the Journal of Comparative Clinical Pathology contains an informative study on the effect of a static magnetic field on an induced tendon injury in dogs.

The researchers made three small incisions into the tendons of 10 dogs, of which 5 were allocated to a control group and 5 to an experimental group that had a static magnet arrangement wrapped around the injury. The design and specific details of the magnet arrangement was poorly described. Tendon biopsies were taken at day 15 and 30 for histopathological evaluation.

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No pain after Q magnet application with surgical gum graft by periodontist

 

Just wanted to thank you and let you know that I recently used Q magnets to apply immediately after having a gum graft performed by my periodontist.  A portion of my gum was surgically removed from the left side of the roof of my mouth.  It was then grafted to the lower outer gum on the left alongside of the two back molars.  I did not experience the pain which I had expected after the novocain wore off, and I have not needed to take any kind of pain medication.  The procedure was done on Wednesday, June 6, and I have one of the tiny Qm’s in place now, and am doing well.

My periodontist was delighted and I have faxed her information on the Qm’s.

I had dreaded this whole thing, and I can’t tell you how happy I am that I had my Qm to come to my rescue.  It really is amazing!  I am having my stitches removed along with the packing on Thursday, and am anxious to see how the healing is progressing.  I will let you know.

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Illustrating magnetic field lines and depth of penetration for magnetic therapy.

Adding to the mystery of magnetic therapy is the invisible nature of and poor understanding of magnetic fields. Very few people really understand the characteristics of static magnetic fields, but new research is helping us understand that they can have a physiological effect.

Once you understand that static magnetic fields can be optimized for therapeutic effects, it’s then a matter of directing the field to envelope the target tissue to achieve pain relief or faster injury recovery. This target tissue could include hypersensitive C-fibre nerves or a strained tendon or ligament soft tissue injury.

The technical term for mapping static magnetic fields is called dosimetry. It requires a lot of patience with a gantry and gauss meter to painstakingly measure the field strength in 3 dimensions (the x, y, and z planes). We have spent many days on this task in the ongoing development of Q magnets. The following diagram illustrates the dosimetry or field lines of the QF28-6 Q magnet. It demonstrates how Q magnets are powerful enough to penetrate deep into the body with an inhomogeneous field (one containing magnetic field gradients).

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