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Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field--a viable alternative therapy for arthritis
Kalaivani Ganesan1, Akelayil Chandrapuram Gengadharan, Chidambaram Balachandran
1Department of Biotechnology, Central Leather Research Institute, Adyar, Chennai 600 020, India.
Indian Journal of Experimental Biology
|March 25, 2010
Summary
Low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy offers a safe, noninvasive method to treat arthritis pain and inflammation. Studies show PEMF provides chondroprotection, reduces inflammation, and aids bone remodeling, presenting a viable alternative therapy.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Orthopedics
- Regenerative Medicine
Background:
- Arthritis encompasses over 100 musculoskeletal disorders.
- Current pharmacological treatments provide only symptomatic relief, lacking curative effects.
- Magnetic healing principles have evolved with electromagnetism, exploring biological system interactions with magnetic fields.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the therapeutic applications of low frequency pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy for arthritis.
- To evaluate PEMF's efficacy in treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA).
Main Methods:
- Analysis of diverse studies including animal models of arthritis, cell culture systems, and clinical trials.
- Focus on optimizing electromagnetic field parameters (frequency, intensity, duration, waveform) and biological factors.
- Assessment of PEMF's noninvasive, safe, and easily applicable treatment potential.
Main Results:
- PEMF therapy effectively alleviates pain associated with arthritis.
- Demonstrated chondroprotective effects, preserving joint cartilage.
- Exhibits anti-inflammatory actions and promotes bone remodeling.
Conclusions:
- Low frequency PEMF therapy is a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for arthritis.
- PEMF offers chondroprotection, anti-inflammatory benefits, and aids bone remodeling.
- PEMF represents a promising alternative therapeutic strategy for managing arthritis.
