number of studies exist on horses, but the few, clinical studies that have been done report that PEMF shows promise in decreasing the healing time of tendon lesions, and improved healing and remodeling of an articular and subchondral osteolytic defect in the third metacarpal bone of a four-year-old filly.
Dr. Andrew Bassett, from the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University and Presbyterian Hospital, one of the most important researchers in the field, conducted groundbreaking work in the 1960s that eventually demonstrated the successful treatment of non-union fractures with PEMF. In 1989, he wrote a chapter in Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering, titled “Fundamental and Practical Aspects of Therapeutic Uses of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs).” He developed a table detailing research into PEMF Mechanisms
of Action, which shows first-order actions (cell and tissues,) second- order (subcellular) and third-order (biophysical) actions. In this chart he outlines and cites studies showing increased collagen synthesis, increased DNA
synthesis, cell migration, and angiogenesis, leading to a host of subcellular reactions. If you would like to dig
deeper into the physiological basis of this therapy, this chapter, supported by 330 citations will provide hours of interesting study.
EQUINE APPLICATION These beneficial effects are harnessed to treat equine tendon and ligament injury, sore backs, sore stifles, chronic hock soreness, sore shoulders, non-union fractures, laminitis, founder, stone bruises, and non-healing wounds. Treatments typically last 30 minutes, and are not stressful; rather they are calming and relaxing.
Laser Therapy and Pulsing Electro Magnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy Systems
For over 25 years, Respond Systems has made unprecedented therapy equipment for the treatment of soft tissue pain and stiffness caused by injury, arthritis and other degenerative
disease…but did you know our PEMF therapy beds can also be used as part of your dog’s warm-up and cool-down routines? Keep your dog supple and sound with regular PEMF therapy.
Is PEMF safe? Over the last several years, we have seen the introduction of extremely high-powered PEMF systems into race tracks and other barns. Rather than having a basis in science, they were developed under the theory that if a weak PEMF field has benefit, then a very large PEMF field must be much better. These systems make a characteristic noise when the field peaks, sounding like a loud crack or snap. When placed on a horse, the horse visibly
The beneficial effects of PEMF over the last 40 years were found in
systems generating weak electromagnetic fields, not large electromagnetic fields.
and sensitively reacts to the large magnetic field charge. The operator of the system holds the coil over the body of the horse, and is subjected to this large field, too. The beneficial effects of PEMF over the last 40 years continued on p. 6 „„
“I work with owners to develop home care programs with exercises, stretches, massage techniques, etc. I have recently been having owners use Respond System’s Bio-Pulse Magnetic Therapy Bed for injured and
post surgery patients, and for older pets. Owners report their dogs immediately settle on their bed for nightly treatments. I am pleased to have something more to offer my clients for their home care programs.”
–Donna M. Raditic DVM, CVA, University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine Holistic Horse™ • April/May 2012 • Vol.19, Issue 78
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