Do You Believe In The Healing Power Of Magnets?

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I get these everyday health emails that I have signed up for. The one that I got today is a question that I have had for quite some time. I can not see how a magnet could help a persons pain. I don't believe in it but if there is someone who has had magnets help their pain post it here. I am interested. I don't totally not believe but I don't understand how they could possibly take away or even relieve some a pain that a person has? I am interested in all answers. Here is the article that was in the Everyday Health Email. Healthy Living Center Medicine or Marketing? The Facts on Magnets and Pain Relief You may have read about the healing power of magnets, how they can relieve pain and treat conditions such as respiratory problems, high blood pressure, circulatory problems, arthritis, rheumatism, and stress. But before you run out and buy anything promising treatment, you should know some background information. There are two types of magnets: static (or permanent) magnets, which are available to consumers, and electromagnets, which are used primarily under the supervision of a health-care provider or in clinical trials. Research results about static magnets and pain relief are conflicting and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved the marketing of static magnets that claim to have health benefits. However, electromagnets have been used to speed the healing of bone fractures and to map areas of the brain. While consumer-marketed magnets are generally considered safe, there have been rare incidences where redness or bruising of the skin has occurred. Also, pregnant women, patients with pacemakers, defibrillators, insulin pumps, or those who use a patch that delivers medicine transdermally (through the skin) should avoid magnets until more studies have been done. The bottom line? Magnets seem generally safe, but more studies and trials are needed. Last updated: April 2007