How PEMF Therapy and Electrons Plus Can Relieve Chronic Pain | Nashville Massage Therapy

Chronic Pain and PEMF Therapy

PEMF helps people suffering from chronic pain, which is defined as pain lasting 3 or more months. I treat chronic pain daily in my Nashville clinic with Electrons Plus-guided PEMF therapy and get excellent results.

Conditions Treated with PEMF Therapy

Neuropathy, arthritis, migraines, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, torn muscles, broken/bruised ribs, and old injuries are some of the common things I treat.

Why PEMF is Effective for Chronic Pain

PEMF is excellent at helping with chronic pain because it helps reduce inflammation, interrupts the pain signals being sent through the nervous system, and helps the body with producing natural endorphins which help block pain.

How Pain Signals Work in the Body

The brain works like a supercomputer that receives and transmits data through a network of nerve cells. The cells are called neurons. Each of these cells has a nucleus at the center with dendrites and axons extending from the center. Dendrites bring the messages into the cell and are like an input wire. Axons carry the message away and act like an output wire. These wires connect to send messages from the brain to the rest of the system.

Nociceptors and Their Role in Pain

The nociceptors are neurons that interpret pain and reach from the brainstem out to the skin, joints, and internal organs. They do not have a myelinated sheath which most other sensory nerves have. They can be damaged by being crushed or burned by chemicals released when tissue is damaged. Once activated they send pain signals to the brain. PEMF blocks pain because it does not allow the neurotransmitter to be turned on and pass the message along.

Repairing Damaged Nerves with PEMF Therapy

Neurons can not be regenerated but damaged axons can. PEMF will help facilitate the repair of damaged axons which are wires that carry messages and can also help repair the myelin sheath which insulates the axon for faster travel. Poor circulation can cause nerve damage. PEMF increases oxygenation of blood, the microcirculation, and blood flow to low vascular areas. This helps the red blood cells carry the oxygen and other nutrients to repair the myelin. Hormones are also used to repair the sheath and melatonin is key here. PEMF can help stimulate melatonin production at the pineal gland. Melatonin production is related to sleep and we know the body repairs during sleep. (I treat the pineal gland directly at the end of every session.)

Nerve Cell Regeneration and PEMF Therapy

Many studies have shown that PEMF can help regenerate nerve cells. One study done by NASA showed 300% more neuron repair vs. the control group. So PEMF is excellent for helping repair nerve damage which is a leading cause of chronic pain.

Inflammation and Its Connection to Chronic Pain

Inflammation is a common cause of chronic pain. Inflammation can affect any soft tissue like muscle, nerves, fascia, bone, and it can also affect organs. Words that end in "itis" describe inflammation—arthritis, plantar fasciitis, and hepatitis are some examples.

How PEMF Therapy Reduces Inflammation

Inflammation can cause an obstruction in blood flow which creates a lack of oxygen. PEMF can help reduce the inflammation by helping to bring more circulation and oxygen to the affected tissues. Harmful pathogens and toxins are removed at a much higher rate due to the reduction in rouleaux effect. The white blood cells are delivered more efficiently, allowing the body to fight infection and prevent it from spreading.

Disrupting Pain Signals for Immediate Relief

Inflammation creates pressure which can trigger nociceptors to send a pain message to the brain. Inflammation will also decrease circulation in affected tissue. Inflammation is one source of ongoing pain because it causes nociceptors to become overstimulated. They essentially become confused and send signals unrelated to dysfunction from neighboring cells to the brain. It's like getting wires crossed. PEMF is excellent to help disrupt the pain signal for immediate pain relief as well as help reroute the dysfunctional nerve pathways.

Neuropathic Pain and Neuroplasticity

Neuropathic pain causes a disruption in the message transmission and the brain perceives this as pain. The nerve could be damaged from acute injuries or chronic inflammation. PEMF can help with the body's ability to reprogram itself around damaged areas. This process is called neuroplasticity. Research shows that brain function can move to a different area of the brain after injury. Once a pathway is damaged beyond repair, the body will use secondary pathways to send the same signal. PEMF helps to strengthen these connections faster.

Electrons Plus: Taking PEMF Therapy to the Next Level

Regular PEMF devices are excellent for treating chronic pain, but Electrons Plus is really next level. I surgically target specific muscles, tendons, joints, and nerves and apply a mega dose of PEMF where it is needed. I use my knowledge of neuroanatomy and movement to help open and reconnect pathways. Using movement with the pulse really helps the brain connect for lasting change. I treat the lymphatic areas close to the pain to help the body clear waste. I can treat nerves in the face and neck really specifically to help with things like Bell's Palsy and stroke recovery. I use PEMF on the brain and target different areas depending and can directly target the pineal gland to help with hormone production.

Combining PEMF Therapy with Nashville Massage Therapy

PEMF is an excellent non-invasive treatment for chronic pain, and applying it with massage is just awesome!