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Treatment with weak electromagnetic fields improves fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis

R Sandyk1

  • 1NeuroCommunication Research Laboratories, Danbury, CT 06811, USA.

The International Journal of Neuroscience
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Picotesla flux electromagnetic fields (EMFs) may improve multiple sclerosis (MS) fatigue by enhancing neurotransmitter function. This treatment offers potential for faster recovery from fatigue after physical activity in MS patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Biophysics

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) frequently causes debilitating fatigue, impacting daily life.
  • The exact cause of MS fatigue is unknown, but neurotransmitter depletion in damaged neurons is suspected.
  • Current treatments offer limited relief for MS-related fatigue.

Observation:

  • Three patients with chronic, severe MS fatigue unresponsive to rest were treated with extracranial picotesla flux electromagnetic fields (EMFs).
  • All patients reported significant improvement in fatigue after EMF treatment.
  • Months later, patients experienced faster recovery from activity-induced fatigue after short rest periods.

Findings:

  • Picotesla flux EMFs may replenish monoamine stores in demyelinated neurons.
  • Improved neurotransmitter function could enhance impulse conduction in the brainstem reticular formation.

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  • EMF treatment led to sustained fatigue improvement and quicker recovery from exertion.

    • Implications:

    • Picotesla flux EMFs represent a novel therapeutic approach for managing MS fatigue.
    • This treatment may restore neuronal function, alleviating a primary MS symptom.
    • Further research is warranted to explore EMFs' efficacy and mechanisms in MS fatigue.