I come across this artical whilst researching magnetic therapy, i did use it in another thread but i thought it worthy of posting it on the main board for everyone to see.
Even though it starts off talking about strokes victims, they say it also has shown to be helpfull for Diabetic Neuropathy but i think it would apply to all Neuropathy patients, MS and other nerve associated medical problems.
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Four million Americans presently suffer from debilitating strokes. In the past, there has been very little that could be done to help such unfortunate individuals restore lost function. Moderately good results have been achieved in recent years with hyperbaric oxygen treatments, and biofeedback and physiotherapy can be useful in retraining new nerve pathways to restore lost functions. But for most stroke victims, life is a daily struggle, not only for them but also for their caregivers. Fortunately, it does seem that hope lives eternally in the human heart. . . and I hope to encourage that hope with the following description of a completely new application of a high-powered unidirectional, focused magnetic field, a modality that is being tested with notable success.

This large clinical device is called the "Magnetic Molecular Energizer" (MME). In its trial studies, results are being achieved with many neurological conditions which have been untreatable with conventional methods. The patient lies on an open table between two large magnetic coils with the focal point above and below the head. The device is powered by a pure DC field provided by a specially designed AC/DC converter. The strength range is between 3,500 to 5,000 gauss, depending on the distancing of the magnet heads. The direction and polarity of the magnetic field is adjusted to match that of the earth. Although the MME device is a different application of magnetism than from an MRI, the lengthy testing of safety of higher gauss usage that was done for the MRI also applies to the MME.

The theory behind the MME device is derived from the application of the Lamar Frequency Formula in physics. It states that by increasing the magnetic field in which an atom exists, the velocity of electrons and protons will be increased proportionately. With the MME, some electrons can theoretically be speeded up 10-20,000 times faster than normal.

At this dramatically increased velocity, magnetic resonance occurs much more readily. Magnetic resonance is a phenomenon that occurs when the pulsed electromagnetic current coming from the brain is at a harmonic of the frequency of the targeted tissue. This is described by Robert O. Becker, MD, a noted researcher, author, teacher, inventor and expert in biomagnetism in his books The Body Electric and Cross Currents. The net result of the enhancement in magnetic resonance is increased efficiency of chemical reactions and increased available energy to that specific area.

The MME is unique among therapeutic magnetic devices in that it uses all direct current (DC). There is no frequency and no pulsing--no "rippling," just a strong, steady-state magnetic field.

These are the basics of the theory. However, the purpose here is not to make you into instant experts, but to give confidence that the modality is sound and to intrigue you with the possibilities! So what are some of the results? I have had eight stroke patient cases as pilot studies. They all had restoration of some or all of their lost functions. Two of the eight cases are described below.

Mrs. GL, 48 years old, suffered a severe stroke while working out on a treadmill. She was in a coma for one week. On regaining consciousness, she was completely paralyzed on the right side of her body. Speech, swallowing, facial expressions, cognitive ability and personality were all severely limited. For one year she had undergone various types of treatment including physical therapy, speech therapy, and acupuncture, all with little benefit. With two months of hyperbaric treatment Mrs. GL had improvements in arm and leg movements, as well as some speech improvement.

The patient arrived at the MME site 15 months after the stroke with her husband and two teenaged sons, who had acted as caregivers. Her condition at that time included speech impairment, right facial paralysis and motor function to only deltoid and biceps muscles on her right arm. She could barely walk with a walker and had very limited expression of her personality.

The treatment consisted of 308 hours under the MME during a space of 28 days. The results were excellent. Her speech returned to normal and her facial paralysis disappeared. Right arm and hand function were restored although she still lacked wrist flexion. She could walk again unassisted. Best of all, her former personality was completely restored, much to the joy of her family.

Mrs DW, age 54 years, came to the MME site for treatment four years after her stroke. Her speech ability regularly deteriorated by day's end. Her right wrist and hand were totally without motor function. Her upper right arm had limited function--about 10 percent--and her right foot had no dorsal flexion. Her hands and feet were continuously cold.

The MME treatment consisted of 180 hours over 18 days. Once again, the results were dramatic. Her speech returned to normal. She had 40 percent improvement in motor function in her right wrist and hand and 80 percent improvement in the triceps, biceps and deltoids in her upper right arm. Circulation returned to her hands and feet.

One thing you may have noticed in this report--the treatment takes TIME, usually 20 to 30 days. The hours may drag a bit while treatment is in progress, but they are insignificant compared to future years of restored quality of life. We have learned from experience with neurological conditions that a minimum of 80-100 hours MME treatment is required before substantial benefit is noticeable. After that, the restoration process is more steady. For stroke victims, the improvements seem to be permanent.

It is of extreme interest to note that treatment does not have to begin immediately after the incident for restoration to occur.
MME treatment is safe, painless, non-surgical and non-pharmaceutical. You've heard the term "Energy Medicine," but it may have sounded too futuristic. It may not be so far away after all.

There are currently three Advanced Magnetic Research Institutes utilizing the MME devices carrying on approved pilot studies in the USA. Located in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Southern California, they function under the direction of an Institutional Review Board and follow FDA guidelines. The research results will be filed with the FDA to obtain approval for MME treatment of stroke and other diseases. The treatment is also proving to be very useful for injuries, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, diabetic neuropathy and multiple sclerosis. Results with children suffering from cerebral palsy have been particularly gratifying.

About the Author
Dr. Dean Bonlie has been actively involved in full-time magnetic research and development for over ten years. His first invention was the only magnetic sleep pad correctly designed to restore the earth's depleted magnetic field to the body. After seeing such excellent responses to just a 5-gauss unidirectional field, he began experimenting with higher gauss devices. This culminated in the development of the Magnetic Molecular Energizer (MME) device described in this article. Dr. Bonlie is currently the President of the North American Academy of Magnetic Therapy. He is well-known for his contributions in the field of biomagnetism, giving seminars and teaching at various conferences and institutions in the USA and Canada. For further information, call (800) 265-1119.

Are magnets similar to electricity in what they do? I really don't understand either at all.

I was wearing a magnet, as Brian suggested, but now I have an electrical bone growth stimulator, so I thought I might be better leaving the magnet out for now. (magnet was for butt pain; stimulator is to stimulate fusion of my spine).

Can we do something like electricity with magnets?

Hi Liza, yes its very much like electricity, here is a basic guide that explains how it all works.
A magnet is any object that has a magnetic field. It attracts ferrous objects like pieces of iron, steel, nickel and cobalt. In the early days, the Greeks observed that the naturally occurring 'lodestone' attracted iron pieces. From that day onwards began the journey into the discovery of magnets.

These days magnets are made artificially in various shapes and sizes depending on their use. One of the most common magnets - the bar magnet - is a long, rectangular bar of uniform cross-section that attracts pieces of ferrous objects. The magnetic compass needle is also commonly used. The compass needle is a tiny magnet which is free to move horizontally on a pivot. One end of the compass needle points in the North direction and the other end points in the South direction.

The end of a freely pivoted magnet will always point in the North-South direction.

Magnetic Poles

The end that points in the North is called the North Pole of the magnet and the end that points South is called the South Pole of the magnet. It has been proven by experiments that like magnetic poles repel each other whereas unlike poles attract each other.
Magnetic Fields

What is a magnetic field? The space surrounding a magnet, in which magnetic force is exerted, is called a magnetic field. If a bar magnet is placed in such a field, it will experience magnetic forces. However, the field will continue to exist even if the magnet is removed. The direction of magnetic field at a point is the direction of the resultant force acting on a hypothetical North Pole placed at that point.
How is a magnetic field created?

When current flows in a wire, a magnetic field is created around the wire. From this it has been inferred that magnetic fields are produced by the motion of electrical charges. A magnetic field of a bar magnet thus results from the motion of negatively charged electrons in the magnet.
Magnetic Lines Of Force

Just as an electric field is described by drawing the electric lines of force, in the same way, a magnetic field is described by drawing the magnetic lines of force. When a small north magnetic pole is placed in the magnetic field created by a magnet, it will experience a force. And if the North Pole is free, it will move under the influence of magnetic field. The path traced by a North magnetic pole free to move under the influence of a magnetic field is called a magnetic line of force. In other words, the magnetic lines of force are the lines drawn in a magnetic field along which a north magnetic pole would move.

The direction of a magnetic line of force at any point gives the direction of the magnetic force on a north pole placed at that point. Since the direction of magnetic line of force is the direction of force on a North Pole, so the magnetic lines of force always begin on the N-pole of a magnet and end on the S-pole of the magnet. A small magnetic compass when moved along a line of force always sets itself along the line tangential to it. So, a line drawn from the South Pole of the compass to its North Pole indicates the direction of the magnetic field.
Properties of the magnetic lines of force

1. The magnetic lines of force originate from the North Pole of a magnet and end at its South Pole.
2. The magnetic lines of force come closer to one another near the poles of a magnet but they are widely separated at other places.
3. The magnetic lines of force do not intersect (or cross) one another.
4. When a magnetic compass is placed at different points on a magnetic line of force, it aligns itself along the tangent to the line of force at that point.

These are just some of the basic concepts of magnetism. One cannot possibly grasp the depth and appreciate the versatility of magnets without reading more about the uses of magnets, the Earth as a huge magnet and electromagnetism among other things.

I can't absorb this at this point, but I will ask some more questions.

Is there any reason to NOT put a magnet on my behind if I have the bone growth stimulator on? I have one electrode 2 inches to the right and one 2 inches to the left of my spine at waist height. It's an EBI capacitance model. Most models are "pulsating" and I can't figure out the difference, or if I was given the best type.

Can you figure that out? I have the EBI spinal Pak, and would appreciate anything you have to say about it.

This site has the best description of both machines I've seen. (best meaning easiest to read)

http://www.orthopodsurgeon.com/elecstim.html

if you can help, please pm me on this.

thanks.

I would not use a magnet with any electrical biomedical device.

There are warnings about this on all the magnet websites.

Mrs D is 100% correct, as always the magnets would defiantly interfere with the electromagnetic signals.
Liza, I have sent you a PM.
Brian

Mrs D, Brian---I had a feeling that it wasn't a good idea. The person who arrived with the device, to teach me to use it, told me there was no problem; but I found her understanding of the whole thing sketchy, and didn't trust her opinion. Your opinions I trust.

Thanks.

Hi,

This thread intrigued me a bit, particulalry the MME part. I spoke today with the company that invented the MME and I am going to speak with the Dr next week.

I'll keep you posted as to what they report and whether it can help my TOs and RSD.

Thanks for the tip.