Magnetic therapies is an alternative medicine practice involving a static magnetic fields produced by a permanent magnet. It is similar to the alternative medicine practice of electromagnetic therapy, which uses a magnetic field generated by an electrically powered device.
Effects purported by users and practitioners of magnetic therapy are:
• Increased circulation for old injuries
• Reduced circulation and less swelling for sprains and strains and other acute injuries
• Reduced inflammation
• Correction of energy imbalances
• Enhanced immune function
• More restful sleep
• Stress relief
• Reduced or cessation of pain