Magnetic Stone and Therapy

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Magnetic Stone and Therapy

 

Magnetic stones such as those found by the ancient Greeks are

considered to be NATURAL MAGNETS. These stones had the ability to

attract small pieces of iron in a manner similar to the magnets which

are common today. However, the magnetic properties attributed to the

stones were products of nature and not the result of the efforts of

man. The Greeks called these substances magnetite.

 

The Chinese are said to have been aware of some of the effects of

magnetism as early as 2600 B.C. They observed that stones similar to

magnetite, when freely suspended, had a tendency to assume a nearly

north and south direction. Because of the directional quality of

these stones, they were later referred to as lodestones or leading

stones.

 

Natural magnets, which presently can be found in the United States,

Norway, and Sweden, no longer have any practical use, for it is now

possible to easily produce more powerful magnets.

 

There is much discussion regarding the use of permanent (static)

magnets and the therapeutic effect on a variety of disease symptoms,

especially pain. The ability to speed healing certain types of

injuries has also been attributed to magnets. How is this explained?

The use of magnets goes back to ancient Egypt, China, and Greece and

the use of magnetic rocks. The use of magnets became more prevalent

in America in late 1700 and the early 1800s. However, no one at the

time quite understood how magnets worked so their use waned.

 

Lodestone:

(Magnetite, Iron.) Metallic black, natural magnet. Related to (and

works like) hematite for grounding, clear thinking, focus (detail

work, decisions, etc.). Electromagnetically pulls toxic blocks and

pain from energy meridians, pancreas, and lower glands.

 

Hematite:

An iron oxide, steel gray to iron black in color. Silver-gray

metallic is an iron ore which is iron oxide usually FeO2. One of the

most grounding of all stones (Root Chakra.) Condenses scatteredness,

fuzziness into mental clarity, concentration, memory, practicality,

helps study, bookkeeping, detail work, sound sleep. Confidence, will

power, boldness. Egyptians used also to calm hysteria and anxiety.

Yang. Helps us adjust to being physical. Spleen, blood, cleanse. Can

deflect. R after jet lag, stress, birth, anesthesia. Sometimes

has deep red spots on the surface. Found in the US, Brazil, and

Canada. The iron in this mineral has a strong effect on the blood.

Used in supporting the kidney's blood-cleansing function. A

protective stone and helps bolster low self-esteem. Helps in tissue

regeneration. Also used for astral protection. If worn, Hematite

should be placed at the base of the spine.

 

Rare Earths Magnets: Magnets made of elements with an atomic number

from 57 to 71 plus 21 and 39. They are lanthanum, cerium,

praseodymium, neodymium, samarium, europium, gadolinium, terbium,

dysprosium, holmium, erbium, thulium, ytterbium, lutetium, scandium,

and yttrium.

 

There has been a resurgence of interest in the use of magnets and

scientists are now beginning to conduct studies to better understand

their mechanism of action. It is believed that magnets attract and

repel charged particles in the blood. This action creates movement

and heat, thus increasing circulation and facilitating the healing

process. Another potential action is in the creation of a slight

electrical current that may act in a similar fashion to acupuncture

and acupressure by stimulating the meridians and increasing the flow

of chi (pronounced chee). By restoring physical harmony, magnets

allow healing to take place. There are several other theories being

studied but none has yet been confirmed. What is known is that there

is a plethora of testimonials from patients, physicians, and athletes

who have experienced a positive outcome from their use of magnets.

 

How is it done and who does it?

The magnet or magnets are simply put over the site of injury by the

injured person. The time frame in which improvement should be noted

varies from several days to several weeks. These therapeutic magnets

differ in strength and range from 300 gauss to 3,950 gauss. Magnets

also come in different sizes and shapes and the choice should be

appropriate for the area of the body being treated. Many have Velcro

closures to make it easier to keep the magnets in place. Price is

another consideration. There is a wide range in price as there are

quite a few companies marketing a variety of types of magnets and

espousing the many ways in which their products are superior to those

of their competitors'. Magnetic devices are not licensed as medical

devices in this country and therefore there are no quality control

regulations that govern the production and marketing claims of these

devices.

 

What are magnets used for?

Primarily permanent magnets have been used to relieve pain, such as

with arthritis, but magnets also show promise in promoting and

shortening the time it takes to heal fractures, soft tissue sports

injuries, and joint (knee, tennis, wrist) injuries. Magnetic therapy

has also been used to treat migraine headaches and diseases involving

poor circulation.

 

Contraindications:

 

Magnets should not be used on open or new wounds, new sprains,

swollen, or bruised areas for the first 24-48 hours after initial

injury.

 

Individuals with pacemakers or insulin pumps should not use magnets

because they may interfere with the control features of these devices.

 

Pregnant women should not use magnets since the impact on the fetus

is not known.

 

Individuals who use transdermal patches should not use magnets near

the area of the patch.

 

Consult with your physician when considering the use of magnets.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk MS. L.Ac.

http://www.peacefulmind.com

Alternative medicine and therapies

for healing mind, body & spirit!