- Many magnetic bracelets are marketed as relief for arthritis pain. Promoters of the bracelets say the magnets improve blood circulation, thus reducing the inflammation caused by arthritis and decreasing pain. In 2004, a study done by the British Medical Journal showed a strongly magnetic bracelet had a greater effect on people with arthritis pain than a placebo bracelet did.
- There are many who believe magnetic bracelets can alleviate back pain. One of the most common types of back pain is oxygen deprivation back pain. Magnetic bracelets' effect on circulation is thought to help with this type of back pain. Magnetic bracelets are also thought to help open capillaries, which increases blood and oxygen in the symptomatic area.
- Some proponents believe magnetic bracelets can improve poor circulation. Poor circulation can lead to many more serious health problems, such as high blood pressure. You may be a suffer from poor circulation if you have symptoms of dizziness, migraine headaches or cold hands and feet. You should consult your physician if you believe you have poor circulation and before trying to relieve symptoms with magnetic therapy.
- Some studies have also shown magnetic therapy to have a variety of negative side effects. Magnetic fields have been shown to cause health issues such as headaches, circulation issues, memory loss, auto-immune disease, cancer and a change in the pH of the body. Magnetic bracelets can also have harmful effects on patients with pacemakers or internal defibrillators. Magnetic therapy also may not be safe for pregnant women. You should always check with your physician before trying any new kind of therapy.
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