Separating magnets in a roll may seem impossible If you do not know this trick.
If the magnets come with separators this is even more important because if they are that strong they may shatter or you may not be able to get them apart if they slam together.
Place the roll on the edge of a counter or table with a sharp edge and away from any metal parts. with the desired separation point on the edge hold the roll firmly and slide the magnet off below the edge then keep them widely separated.
Using more than one magnet at a time can be problematic because the can slam together with a force of 100 pounds and cut skin and garments. You may notice that if you back up against an appliance that you become a refrigerator magnet.
@ the thread starter you need a therapist ** to locate the stress points to place the magnets. It may not be where the pain symptom is located.
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