June 12, 2008

The Theory Behind Magnetic Therapy

Magnets are used in everything from cars to refrigerators to your home stereo system. They come in a variety of sizes, strengths and types. While ferrite magnets are typically used microphones, calculators and computers, neodymium magnets are used for MRI scanners and welding clamps. Today, magnets are used to heal the body and bring relief from a variety of ailments. Arthritis, disorders of the bowels, high blood pressure and insomnia are among the health disorders that magnets are used to resolve. Below, we’ll take a closer look at the theory behind magnetic therapy.

Your Blood
The foundation of magnetic therapy focuses on the blood that flows through your body. As you know, your blood transports oxygen, hormones and various nutrients to your limbs and tissues. For your body to function properly, your blood must circulate efficiently. If circulation is impeded or fails, the body suffers. When the suffering is localized (for example, bowel disorders), magnetic therapy is used to correct the problem.
The Pull Of Magnets
In order to understand the theory behind magnetic therapy, it’s necessary to appreciate how magnets work. Magnets influence magnetic fields. They’re comprised of a mixture of metallic alloys. When metal particles are present in close proximity to a […]

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June 11, 2008

Templar Arthritis Explained

You may hear someone complain of being diagnosed with templar arthritis and have wondered how this is possible. After all, the only joint in the temple itself is the fused type composed of skull bones. Most likely, this person is complaining of a condition called “temporal arthritis” which affects blood vessels, not the bones and joints. The other possibility is that their arthritis may have affected the TMJ or temporal-mandibular joint. These are very different conditions and have different treatments and symptoms.True templar arthritis would better be called temporal arthritis or most likely TMJ arthritis. The TMJ is where the large lower jaw attaches to the skull with a hinge-like joint. The main symptom would be jaw pain and evidence on x-rays of degenerative changes in that joint. TMJ syndrome can also exist with pain but no degenerative changes. This is treated with surgery or dental appliances, physical therapy, analgesics and sometimes anti-inflammatory drugs. With TMJ arthritis, the type of arthritis needs to be diagnosed to arrive at a treatment plan. TMJ arthritis can result from infection, injury or a systemic arthritic process.Temporal arthritis (TA) is a more serious condition because it can progress to vision loss in some cases. […]

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June 10, 2008

Soccer Mom Suffers With Joint Ailment!

Terry Lynn has suffered from chronic joint pain for over 10 years now. Have you or someone close to you also endure the pain and discomfort of joint pain? If you fit into this category then this article will offer some pain relief for you. Terry unequivocally suffers from a form of arthritis.What Is Arthritis?Arthritis means joint inflammation, but it can be used to refer to a spectrum of more than 100 rheumatic diseases that can cause stiffness, pain, and also swelling in the joints. These diseases cannot only affect the joints, but also supporting structures such as bones, tendons, ligaments, muscles and some internal organs. Terry’s arthritic pain can be classified under chronic pain because it ranges from mild to severe and can last weeks, months and years to come. The other classification of arthritis pain is under acute pain because it is temporary and lasts a few seconds or longer but slowly dissipates as healing occurs.The chronic pain that Terry endures is also a major health problem in the U.S. There is a form of arthritis that affects some 40 million American peoiple and this pain can affect them on a daily […]

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