Magnetic Bracelet for Arthritis - Research Results And Possible Benefits

If not treated properly and immediately, arthritis could cause the individual to lose control and function of affected joints. Although traditional medications have been long produced to treat arthritis, alternative medications have become increasingly popular nowadays. One such example of the latter is using a magnetic bracelet for arthritis.

Advocates of this particular field of alternative medicine believe that using static magnetic fields provided by permanent magnets attached to certain items in proximity to affected body areas can lead to healing. This branch of medicine is closely related to electromagnetic therapy, with the latter using electromagnetic waves to treat the patient.

Items used for magnet therapy range from various types of jewelry like magnetic bracelets for arthritis to magnetic mattresses and blankets to shoe insoles to straps for your back, ankles, and wrists. Even water has been made "magnetic" to heal individuals of their respective diseases.
Legally Speaking: Magnetic Bracelet for Arthritis

The US Department of Food and Drug Administration do not allow any company to make unsubstantiated claims. Included in this category are healing products for magnetic therapy. Any healing claim for conditions and diseases like arthritis, cancer, asthma, and AIDS are considered illegal because magnet therapy still hasn't been successfully proven to be effective.

Noted Problems about Magnetic Therapy
Magnetic bracelets for arthritis have not been proven to be one hundred percent effective and will continue to be considered so as long as the problems cited below haven't been solved.
Magnets that are typically used in magnetic therapy products have been discovered as lacking in flux density to provide long-lasting results. Thus, any noted positive effect caused by the product on the user's blood vessels, bones, organs, and muscle tissues are not at all permanent and will still require complementary help from other medications or treatments.

Critics have pointed out how researchers and other employed individuals in high-energy laboratories and areas experience great exposure to immensely stronger magnetic fields daily, but there is no evidence that suggests them to derive any health benefits from the exposure.
Manufacturers of magnetic therapy products themselves can not agree with each other as to the exact benefits and even usage or SOP for their items.

What Researchers Say about Magnetic Bracelets for Arthritis
A recent British Medical Journal study revealed that magnetic bracelets for arthritis were able to significantly reduce the pain affected individuals were experiencing due to their arthritic hips and knees. The Peninsular Medical School however noted that the said effects could either be due to the magnetic therapy itself or simply a "placebo effect" produced by the user's trust in the product.

The study had been able to provide supporting data regarding the effectiveness of magnetic therapy. For magnetic bracelets to heal arthritis, then it should be equipped with high strength magnets - anything less than 170mTesla didn't seem to have any positive effect on a user's condition. Secondly, existing medications being taken by the user shouldn't be stopped just because of the use of magnetic bracelet.

The study's authors nevertheless acknowledged that additional study was needed to make their findings conclusive. Arthritis Research Campaign, who provided funds for another study, states the same. They did not however see any danger if individuals prefer to try out using magnetic bracelets all the same, as part of their self-help process as they weren't expensive anyway.
More importantly, they were safe to use so there would be no harm at all in trying. The organization at the moment was withholding approval from the alternative treatment, but they expressed interest and encouragement in further studies regarding the efficacy of magnetic therapy.

What Supporters Say about Magnetic Bracelets for Arthritis
Here are reported benefits you can enjoy if you try using a magnetic bracelet to heal arthritic pain.
Benefit #1 Inflammation is the main problem behind arthritis but with a magnetic bracelet, inflammation and swelling of your joints will be significantly reduced by helping your body excrete excess fluids and eliminating other toxins in it.
Benefit #2 Magnetic bracelets help your muscles, organs, and most importantly joints to enjoy better circulation.
Benefit #3 Magnetic bracelets raise melatonin levels inside your body, allowing you to escape arthritic pain by falling asleep more easily.
In the end, it's your choice - since it's not expensive and it's not considered dangerous, it's up to you to decide whether a magnetic bracelet for arthritis is something you would like try.

By Flor Serquina

Types of Magnetic Bracelets for Pain Relief

By now, you probably know that magnetic bracelets are used for hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder pain. You may also have heard that golfers and arthritis sufferers wear them, and others wear them as a preventative measure.

You may also have been exposed to some of the benefits of wearing a magnetic bracelet. What you may not know is what the differences are between the various types.

There are variations, but basically bracelets can be categorized into a few different major categories. Below is an outline of the differences between those categories.

For the most part, magnetic bracelets can be made as singles, doubles, or triples. There are also magnetic lariats, also known as snakes or wraps. These can be used as either magnetic necklaces, anklets, or bracelets.

Singles - Single bracelets are a single strand of bead, strung on some type of line. They can be made of either all magnetic beads, or a combination of magnetic beads with accent beads of some kind. They can be either the stretchy type, or be non-stretchy with a magnetic clasp.

Doubles - Doubles offer the opportunity to double the number of magnets. They are made with two strands of beads with a magnetic clasp.

Triples - Triple bracelets are made with three strands of beads and a magnetic clasp. They may have up to three times the number of magnets as a single.

Lariats - Magnetic lariats are also called magnetic wraps or snakes, and can be used as a necklace or an anklet as well. Although varying sizes are available, they are typically 36 or 37 inches long. Instead of a clasp, they simply wrap around your arm, your neck, or your ankle, and use the magnets to hold together. Lariats are popular because of their unique look, and their versatility and strength.

Now that you're familiar with the basic types, you can better make your choice. Style and attractiveness are secondary to the therapy properties, unless you're buying strictly for fashion.

One more thought: when choosing magnetic bracelets, you want the strongest therapy advantages for pain relief that you can find. That means selecting the one with the largest number of strong magnets.

Do magnetic bracelets work?

Here is a discussion on now magnetic therapy bracelets are different. This is a question we are asked a lot, and I will answer it with a story. A golfer bought a magnetic bracelet today. Like many of the golfers, he bought one of the all black doubles. These are the most powerful magnetic bracelets you can get, and very popular with the golfers.

They are all black, as almost every component in the bracelet is a magnet. The one he bought had 22 2,400 gauss magnets, and 10 800-1,000 gauss magnets. They have a 5,000 gauss magnetic clasp, and won't come off during a golf swing (or while I'm playing the drums either).

He came in hoping that Cindy could repair the one he had broken, which was purchased from someone else. He was missing several pieces from it, however, including some tiger eye stones that Cindy did not have in stock. He decided instead to purchase the double. His comment was one that we hear often... that he missed wearing his magnetic bracelet, and he could feel the difference after a few days without it.

Taken from Kurt Schmitt..

Magnetic Bracelets from Healthy Magnets

We have an extensive range of magnetic bracelets all of which combine the known benefits of magnetic therapy with modern stylish designs that you will be proud to wear.

Which type of bracelet is good for you?

Stainless steel bracelets - These are hypo-allergenic and therefore suitable for those with sensitive skins and they can be worn in water without damage for anyone who wishes to wear them all the time.

Titanium bracelets - These are the highest quality link bracelets that we supply. They are hypo-allergenic as the stainless steel ones but much lighter which makes them easier to wear especially for older and frailer people

How does a magnetic bracelet work?

An area which is afflicted with pain, generally speaking, is constantly lacking in blood circulation. Because of the lack of circulation, there is also a deficiency in oxygen. The afflicted area can be highly acidic and the polarity would be considered positive. A negative, otherwise known as a Unipole magnet helps these conditions. The magnet helps to increase circulation. In turn, this increases the amount of oxygen brought to the afflicted area, and decreases inflammation.

The negative energy field produced by the magnet also counteracts the positive field associated with the painful condition. Anyone, who is pregnant, or wearing a pacemaker, electronic implants or using electric blankets/heating pads should not use magnetic products. You should always consult a physician before undertaking any kind of treatment for arthritis.

Where you can find a magnetic arthritis bracelet:

There are many different locations where you can go to find this bracelet and other related forms of arthritis therapy. In fact, you can find a good quality and inexpensive magnetic arthritis bracelet on the internet. You would not even have to leave your home to buy it.

Although there are many other forms of treatment that are considered as being beneficial in regards to the relieving of arthritis pain, the magnetic bracelet can easily be considered as one of the best and most economical options of all.

Magnetic Bracelets

What holds the magnetic bracelets together?

Magnetic power! There is no string and no clasps to hold the individual pieces together. These magnets are very strong. There are between 27 and 80 individual magnets per bracelets depending upon the style.

Q: What size magnetic bracelet should I purchase?

All bracelets are offered in 8 inch lengths. If the bracelet is too big, simply remove links to make it fit just the way you like. Occasionally someone will have a wrist bigger than 8 inches, please let us know and we will add a few extra links for you.

Q: Is wearing a magnetic bracelet therapeutic?

It has been claimed that magnetic therapy will ease the pain of ailments such as arthritis, carpal tunnel, decreased blood circulation, rheumatism, tennis elbow, Fibromyalgia and tendonitis. There is a tremendous amount of research being conducted on using magnets therapeutically

Q: What are the concerns about magnets and computers, pregnant women and people with pacemakers?

Direct contact with CRT screens (computer monitors, TV screens) will cause discoloration. Any magnetic memory device such as a floppy disc or the strip on the back of credit cards can be erased with direct contact from a magnet. Those wearing pacemakers or other electronic implants should always avoid exposure to magnets. It always best to check with a physician before making any changes to your wellness program.

Q: Are BodyLinx™ magnetic bracelets appropriate for children?

Absolutely-as long as the child is above the age of five. Because BodyLinx™ bracelet contain small pieces they are not suitable for very small children. That being said, we have had many parents rave about BodyLinx™ as a method to keep their children occupied during church, long car trips, etc. Children are naturally fascinated by magnets and will come up with creative uses for their BodyLinx™ bracelets!

Q: What is the strength of BodyLinx™ magnets?

There are many ways to measure magnetic strength. The most common measurement which is surface gauss. Depending upon the magnet style and size, BodyLinx™ magnets have a surface gauss of between 3800Gs and 6000Gs per magnet. BodyLinx™ bracelets contain between 27 and 80 magnets per bracelet depending upon the style.

Q: How long will it take to receive my magnetic bracelet after I order it?

All shipments are sent via US Priority Mail which takes 2-3 business days. All in-stock items that are ordered before 2pm (PST) on weekdays will be shipped the same day. Orders placed after 2pm will ship on the next business day. Orders placed Saturday and Sunday will ship on Monday.

Q: What can I do to keep my magnetic bracelet looking good?

Cleaning your bracelet with a mildly damp cloth is the best way to keep it clean. Because of the strength of the magnets, anything with an electrical charge is attracted to it. If the bracelet is just worn as jewelry, the finish will remain in good condition for a long time. However, if the magnets are handled excessively, the finish will deteriorate. Since each magnet has a single point of polarity, this point takes the brunt of the friction between it and other magnets.

Q: How much is shipping and handling?

There is no charge for shipping and handling. All shipments are sent via US Priority Mail which takes 2-3 business days. All in-stock items that are ordered before 2pm (PST) on weekdays will be shipped the same day. Orders placed after 2pm will ship on the next business day. Orders placed Saturday and Sunday will ship on Monday.

Q: What is your return policy?

If, for any reason you are not completely satisfied with a purchase, please return it, in new condition, within 30 days for a prompt refund! Shipping and handling fees are only refundable in the event that Swell Products, LCC made an error on the order.

Q: What is the finish on the magnetic bracelets?

The magnets all of have a triple plating that is nickel, copper and nickel. The silver magnets have a nickel finish. The gold magnets are plated in 24K gold. The black/gunmetal magnets are finished in black nickel.