A study of magnets for relief of fibromyalgia pain is underway at the University of Virginia.
Magnets come in different shapes and sizes and are available over the counter.
Typically, no direct sensation is experienced from the magnets. There is no certification of magnet therapy practitioners, but some allopathic pain management specialists are knowledgeable in this area. Magnet therapy is inappropriate for patients with cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators, thrombocytopenia, bleeding disorders, or anticoagulant therapy. For others, magnets between 300-500 gauss are considered safe. Remember Ann is NOT A Doctor and has NO medical training.