This physiological effect by the Magnetic energy reduces the sensations in the areas of pain receptors that send messages to the brain. In Europe and many Asian countries, the use of magnetic therapy has been used extensively and very effectively for a great many years. Its use in the United States has been expanding only during the past several years. The reason for this increase in use can only be attributed to the fact that magnet therapy is a safe, effective and an inexpensive alternative to drug therapy, without the severe side effects that drug therapy can cause. The scientific community is divided in their opinions as to the benefits of Magnetic Therapy .
Some scientists feel the results are inconclusive, while others have opposing opinions.
However, due to anecdotal testimonials from the great number of people that have been helped by the therapy, has caused more and more healthcare professionals to use magnets in their quest for trying to alleviate pain for their patients. In cases where drug therapy did not relieve the patient from their intractable pain, the magnets were tried as a last resort. It was only, when in these cases the results were so undeniable with the relief obtained, that more and more healthcare professionals have resorted to their use. They came to realize that benefits of magnet therapy were many. Reduces swelling by reducing intracellular activity.