Enhancing Photobiomodulation Therapy with Q Magnets: A Synergistic Approach to Pain Relief and Tissue Healing

Light – Electromagnetic Radiation | Electric Fields | Magnetic Fields

It’s hardly worth saying, but light is electromagnetic radiation (EMR), that propagates through the sinusoidal waveform induction of both an electric field and a magnetic field. Magnetic therapy has traditionally received a bad wrap, while electro and light therapy have received wide acceptance. But just like the MRI and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), magnetic fields are proving themselves to be at the cutting edge of medicine. 

Photobiomodulation therapy (PBM), sometimes referred to as Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) or Red Light Therapy (RLT), is a well-established modality used by health professionals to accelerate tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and manage pain. By delivering specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to targeted areas, PBM enhances mitochondrial function, promotes cellular energy production (ATP), and facilitates healing at the molecular level.

While PBM is highly effective, integrating static multipolar magnetic fields—specifically Q Magnets—can amplify its therapeutic effects. Q Magnets use advanced, precisely configured multipolar magnetic fields to influence nerve function and pain signalling in a localized manner. When used alongside PBM, Q Magnets provide a continuous neuromodulatory effect, helping to sustain and extend the benefits of light therapy, leading to improved patient outcomes.

How Q Magnets Complement Photobiomodulation Therapy

1. Prolonged Therapeutic Effect

PBM provides a temporary stimulus that initiates cellular and biochemical changes during treatment. However, once the session ends, the direct photonic effect gradually diminishes. Q Magnets offer a passive, continuous influence on the nervous system, helping to maintain pain relief and cellular function between PBM treatments.

2. Enhanced Pain Modulation

PBM has been shown to modulate pain by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. Q Magnets work synergistically by altering pain signaling through the nervous system via magnetic field gradients. This dual approach provides a more comprehensive and sustained pain management strategy.

3. Improved Microcirculation and Tissue Recovery

PBM increases nitric oxide production, leading to enhanced blood flow and oxygenation. The application of Q Magnets further supports tissue healing by influencing ion channel activity, stabilizing nerve function, and assisting in optimal cell signalling for repair and regeneration.

4. Non-Invasive and Easy to Implement

PBM devices require scheduled treatment sessions, and their effects are time-dependent. Q Magnets, in contrast, are completely passive and can be worn throughout the day or night, providing ongoing benefits without requiring additional patient effort. This makes them an ideal adjunct to extend and enhance PBM’s effectiveness at home.

Ideal Use Cases for Combining PBM and Q Magnets

Health professionals treating the following conditions with PBM may find even better results by incorporating Q Magnets:

• Chronic pain conditions (arthritis, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain)
• Musculoskeletal injuries (strains, sprains, tendinitis)
• Post-surgical recovery (reducing swelling, promoting tissue repair)
• Wound healing and skin conditions (diabetic ulcers, scars, dermatological inflammation)
• Neurological disorders (trigeminal neuralgia, migraine, nerve regeneration)
• Sports performance and recovery (muscle fatigue reduction, injury prevention)

James and Dianne Hermans Q magnets trade stand at the 2012
World Association for Laser Therapy Congress on the Gold Coast.