PEMF Light therapy – IntegrutopiaMD.com

What Is PEMF Therapy?

PEMF represents the latest technology in light therapy. It accelerates the healing of a wide variety of chronic conditions and soft tissue injuries. It can relieve pain, promote wound healing, and provide therapy for arthritic conditions and neuropathy.

How Does PEMF Therapy Work?

It is a multi-spectrum therapy which emits packets of light called photons. Photons break the painful inflammatory cycle by dilating small blood and lymphatic vessels. This increase in circulation removes the irritating inflammation resulting in accelerated healing and pain relief. The immune system and nervous system are also stimulated by light, increasing activity for faster repair of damaged tissues. Numerous tests show that these light therapy benefits are due to an increase in the release of nitric oxide.

60 years ago, Nobel Peace Prize winner Furchgott (et al JPETT 113:22, 1955) demonstrated the ability of photo energy to induce vaso-relaxation. NASA and the military also successfully used light therapy in the 70’s.

Are Treatments Painful?

No
Unlike other modalities, no sticky pads or cold gels are required. Most patients feel no particular sensation other than a slight warmth caused from increased blood circulation to the treatment area.

What About Radiation or Burning?

PEMF does not emit any x-ray or other ionizing radiation. It only emits diffused light greatly reducing the

Are There Any Contraindications?

This therapy is not applied over cancer, infection, or on a pregnant woman. Light therapy is not used on the eyes and safety glasses are always worn during treatment for protection.

How Many Treatments Do I Need?

This varies based on many factors, including chronicity of disease, strength of immune system, frequency of treatments, and much more. A series of 4 treatments is usually administered to evaluate effectiveness and determine the appropriate number of additional sessions.

Is PEMF Therapy Safe for Children and Senior Citizens?

Yes.
Because the treatment is so comfortable, children and seniors usually welcome its beneficial effects. It is also safe to apply Firefly therapy over many types of implanted medical devices.

Are There Side Effects?

Rarely.
Usually only relief is felt but occasionally patients may experience mild temporary dizziness, or a temporary increase in pain in the day or days following Firefly Light therapy. In rare cases mild bruising may occur from increased blood circulation and patients using medication that increase sensitivity to light may have skin reactions.

What Are the Advantages Compared to Other Therapies?

Faster Healing.
It Accelerates cell development and stimulates bone and cartilage regeneration.
Anti-inflammatory Action: Reduces swelling and accelerates healing of soft tissue injuries.
Increased Vascular Activity: Increases micro- circulation of lymphatic system and small blood vessels.
Stimulates Nerve Function and Regeneration.
Fast: Typical treatments take just 5-10 minutes. Nonpharmalogical: No drugs are required.
Safe and Non-invasive: Emits pure, non-ionizing light.
Economical: Costs less than other therapies because it works faster and offers greater benefits.

Can Photon Therapy be Combined with Other Therapies?

Yes. PEMF therapy works well alone or with other integrative approaches like acupuncture, chiropractic, and physical therapy.