Hello,
Didn't use magnet on back today just in the neuroma area top of right foot (1 hour), no lower back pain tonight, the right foot is just plain numb no burning. The discomfort is the prostate area (been sitting a lot today). Only used 10mg of Methadone today and this is day 18 of taking D-Ribose 15,300mg this afternoon.

I just got the ones from the Amazon link mrsD posted. For some reason that I can't explain, I have an enormous collection of standard-sized bandaids, and found that these are an easy way to apply that size of magnet.

Haven't had any luck with pain reduction yet, but I'll keep trying.

Yes, band-aids will work...you have to put them in an X...so the magnet cannot slip out. The stickum on bandaids is not as strong as surgical tape tho, so wearing them doing "work" or lots of movement, or perspiration, they might fall off...since these coated ones are heavy.

I haven't needed to stick mine on, since I only do short treatments with those newer coated ones. I find 20 min to a 1/2 hr enough for those big ones!

Let me know how they work.

This is a very interesting thread! Now I am wondering if it's possible to use a magnet to help stimulate a nerve that has been damaged by trauma?

The opposite pole often is stimulating. Many magnets are not marked so you have to experiment yourself.

Test on an intact nerve. I do it on the back of my knee, where the stimulating pole will cause a buzzing sensation. The calming pole will not.

I have a book that vacillates back and forth on this subject...which pole to use. So I found that confusing. The bottom line is whichever works is the one to do.

You have to have a really strong one too. At least an inch across and neodymium type.

I find these convenient and efficient. They were not available back when I started using magnets:

http://www.amazon.com/Neodymium-Magn...2569441&sr=8-1

Also available on Ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-Neodymium-...item1c1ee8b298

These do not shatter, or corrode. I find I only need mine on an area for about 20 minutes...not all day.

You cannot use if you have any implanted electronic medical devices, like spinal stimulators, or heart pacemakers, etc.

Thanks for your quick response! I'll be sure to check those magnets out; I'm willing to try anything to have my nerves back.

MrsD, indeed this is a great thread.

I have arthritis in the joint where the thumb meets the wrist. I've been curious as to whether or not I could wear a small magnet on my hand to see if it would help. Since this isn't anywhere near my SCS, do you think I could try this? My battery unit is in my left hip, so even if my right hand hangs down, it would be on the opposite side of the battery.

Just wondered what you thought. I'm not sure how magnets work, do they affect the 'whole' body or just the area being treated.

Calling my Dr's office or the manufacturer isn't much help, as they don't really comprehend what healing magnets are all about.

Thanks!
Rae

Nope, sorry, I wouldn't try it.

But you could try topical magnesium lotion or cream. This can also work wonders for compressed nerves. You could also try Salonpas patches. These work very well for arthritis pain.
The original formula works well.. they can be cut to fit, and
have methyl salicylate in them. Often will work after one day!
Not expensive either.
This is the original one...
http://www.salonpas.us/products/salonpas
The newer ones are stronger and more expensive.

The magnets set up a "field" around you... I think they would affect any device inside your body.

aHA! Thanks for that! I kinda had a feeling, but wanted to hear it from someone who really knows magnets!

I actually have some Solonpas patches and yes they are very soothing.

I will look for the Magnesium topical - I'm pretty sure I'd do well with that.
I love what magnesium does! It's kinda hard to find the 'good' kind for supplemental use, as most stores only carry the 'oxide' form.
The only place I've found it here is a healthfood store.
Guess I better start shopping online!

Thanks for your wisdom, MrsD!

Rae

Online for supplements is almost always less expensive than in local stores. Even now, recently Amazon has been very good for some of the less common supplements we use on PN forum!

Less shipping, and fast delivery. But you have to be very careful and watch the listing...as sometimes it can be an error.

I am getting my Doctor's Best supplements now from Amazon.