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Trigger points and systemic effect for EMF therapy

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  • C. F. Hazlewood

    (Research Consultants International)

  • Marko Markov

    (Research International)

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The use of magnetic fields (MFs), in general, and electromagnetic fields (EMFs), in specific, as therapeutic modalities is becoming very common. In the USA, EMFs are mostly used in orthopedics, followed by pain relief and the wound-healing arena. Even though a substantial literature exists worldwide, we are still lacking the accepted comprehensive mechanism(s) of action. In general, it is thought that the best therapeutic effects are achieved when the stimulation is applied directly to the target area. Since the beginning of this century, however, more and more evidence has been collected indicating that effects of the MF stimulation may also be observed at site(s) different from the site of application of the signal. A primary purpose of this paper is to propose a link between the systemic and direct effects. The functional units known as trigger points are discussed as possible “doors” allowing the stimulation to be delivered to the target tissue/organ. A second purpose is to suggest some possible modes of action.

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  • C. F. Hazlewood & Marko Markov, 2009. "Trigger points and systemic effect for EMF therapy," Environment Systems and Decisions, Springer, vol. 29(2), pages 232-239, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:envsyd:v:29:y:2009:i:2:d:10.1007_s10669-009-9216-6
    DOI: 10.1007/s10669-009-9216-6
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    1. Marko Markov & Carlton Hazlewood & Arthur Ericsson, 2005. "Systemic Effect: A New Approach to Magnetic Field Therapy," Environment Systems and Decisions, Springer, vol. 25(2), pages 121-129, December.
    2. Marko S. Markov, 2007. "Therapeutic application of static magnetic fields," Environment Systems and Decisions, Springer, vol. 27(4), pages 457-463, December.
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