This is Part Five in a series on PEMF or Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy, which is a modality we are pleased to offer in addition to Frequency Specific Microcurrent right here at The Healing Collective.

WHAT IS PEMF?

Click here to find our introductory post on PEMF. For all PEMF posts, click here.

Please Note: PEMF and associated therapies do not claim to diagnose, treat or cure any condition or disease.

Please note that Precautions and Contraindications will vary based on the PEMF device you are using. This blog post is NOT meant to direct or inform anyone's treatment or care. The following information is for informational purposes only.  Always reach out to your healthcare provider for recommendations specific to you.

ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATION

1. Never run PEMF over any implanted electrical device, such as:
2. Pacemakers
3. Cochlear Implants
4. Intrathecal Pump
5. Insulin Pump
6. Spinal Cord stimulators
7. etc ...

The reason for this contraindication is that the magnetic field has the potential to interfere with the function of these devices.

WARNINGS     PRECAUTIONS

1. Never run PEMF over the eyes unless being directed by a medically trained physician.
2. Never run PEMF over the ears unless being directed by a physician.
3. The safety of PEMF has not been established during pregnancy.  There is no evidence for harm, but most PEMF companies advise against use during pregnancy.
4. Never run high-frequency (above 100 Hz) PEMF over a breast implant.
5. Use caution in clients with Hashimoto's Disease.

FOR BEST SUCCESS WITH PEMF, ENSURE THAT:

1. You have consumed four 8oz glasses water (not tea, not Gatorade, not fizzy water, not coffee, but pure water) in the two hours preceding your treatment.
2. Best to drink 4 oz / hour if you are treating throughout the day.
3. You do not have an active infection.
4. You should not run 40 Hz with an active infection
5. You are not pregnant.



The use of PEMF as a therapeutic tool has not been evaluated by the FDA.

Currently, Dr. Jessie integrates PEMF therapies into her Physical Therapy and Frequency Specific Microcurrent sessions. You can contact us to schedule a free 15 minute consult and learn more.

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• What is PEMF?
• What types of PEMF therapy exist?
• The Evidence and Research
• PEMF for Health & Wellness
• PEMF Contraindications and Precautions
• How we use PEMF at The Healing Collective
• What are the differences between FSM and PEMF?
• What is the difference between PEMF and EMFs?

RESOURCES



"PEMF Safety." Drpawluk.com Accessed Online 12/6/2021.

https://www.drpawluk.com/education/pemf-information/pemf-safety-2/

"Magnetic Converter Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy." Precision Distributing. Accessed Online 12/6/2021. https://precisiondistributing.com/frequency-specific-microcurrent-products/fsm-magnetic-converter-pulsed-electromagnetic-field-therapy/

"About." Mend Technology PEMF Device. Mend. Accessed Online 12/6/2021. https://mendtechnology.com/product-category/pemf/

Pulsed Frequency Resources. Accessed Online 12/6/2021. https://www.pulsedfrequency.com/resources

"What's the Matter." Wellness PEMF. Accessed Online 12/6/2021. https://www.wellnesspemf.com/blog/2016/08/28/whats-the-matter