Protocols Archives

Combining TENS and Q Magnets

by Q Magnets | Feb 7, 2024 | Protocols, Training

TENS machines are thought to work by activating the fast-conducting myelinated nerves, such as A-Beta fibres and closing the Pain-Gate. Whereas Q magnets mainly inhibit the slow-conducting unmyelinated nerves, such as C-fibres. Combining the two modalities, can...

Trigger Point Locator: Finding Myofascial Trigger Points for Q Magnet Placement

by Q Magnets | Jan 18, 2023 | Protocols

Trigger Point Locator: Finding Myofascial Trigger Points for Q Magnet Placement Myofascial trigger points are localised sensitive areas within skeletal muscle that may be associated with local pain, referred pain and restricted or uncomfortable movement. Finding the...

Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions (COPC) & Magnetic Field Therapy

by Q Magnets | Jan 7, 2022 | Chronic Pain, Protocols

Central pain conditions known as chronic overlapping pain conditions include fibromyalgia, endometriosis, chronic migraine, temporo-mandibular disorders, chronic low-back pain, irritable bowel syndrome, interstitial cystitis, vulvodynia and chronic tension-type...

Dermatomes – How dermatomes affect Q Magnet application for treating chronic and persistent pain

by Q Magnets | Apr 10, 2020 | Protocols

Dermatomes are areas of skin supplied with afferent nerve fibres by a single spinal nerve (nerve root). Dermatome mapping helps to understand why pain may travel beyond the injury site to other areas of the body. Understanding dermatomes helps to identify the most...

Magnetic Field Therapy for Low Back Pain

by Q Magnets | Mar 2, 2020 | Lower Back Pain, Magnetic Therapy, Physiotherapist, Popular, Protocols, Testimonials, Testimony

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people search for non-drug recovery options, and magnetic therapy for low back pain is often explored by those looking for practical support they can use at home. At Q Magnets, this topic is approached through a more...

A Practical Guide to Supporting Hamstring Strain Recovery in Athletes

by Q Magnets | Mar 2, 2020 | Physiotherapist, Protocols, Soft Tissue Injuries, Sprains and Strains

When a Hamstring Strain Stops Your Training ColdHamstring strains are one of the most disruptive injuries in sport, often sidelining athletes for 2-4 weeks and sometimes up to 3-6 months depending on severity . Beyond the physical damage, pain and fear of re-injury...