The Average Cost of Magnet Therapy
It was about 600 B.C. when magnet therapy was first introduced, according to Rite Care pharmacy. In Asian countries, magnets are considered medical devices. But here in the United States, magnet therapy is considered an alternative medicine technique. It is also referred to as bio-magnetic therapy. It is a low-cost pain relief option for the treatment of many conditions such as arthritis or back pain, according to Consumer Health Reviews.
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How Magnet Therapy Works
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The magnetic field brings heat, opens capillaries, eliminates toxins and allows better blood flow, according to Consumer Health Reviews. Since the body needs lots of oxygenated blood flow to heal, the magnets intensify this process. As a result, inflammation is reduced and pain is decreased. Also, magnets may have a calming effect on the nervous system. According to Dr. Philpott, member of the North American Academy of Magnetic Therapy, the negative (north pole) side of magnets is responsible for all the healing and can even encourage healthy sleep. Also, when compared to costly medications such as up to $1,638 per person per year for arthritis, magnets are cheap with an average investment of $30 to $50.
Magnetic Products
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Magnets can be purchased in many forms. Most popular are wraps and magnet kits to be used for the back or neck. There are also eye masks, headache bands and insoles. Magnetic jewelry, including rings, bracelets and necklaces can also be worn. Mattresses, pillows, water softeners, therapy pads, magnetic pulse generators and many more products are available.
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High-priced Magnetic Products
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Magnetic mattresses are a higher-priced item that range in price from $75 to almost $1,200 at shopping.com. A contoured magnetic pillow will cost around $160. A Q-Ray magnetic bracelet costs $129.95, but there are other less- expensive versions. Magnetic car seats can cost up to $110. Magnets for larger parts of the body will cost more. A shoulder brace from Therion magnets costs $159 and so does a back brace.
Low-cost Magnetic Products
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Generally, magnetic jewelry is a low-cost item that you can purchase for $4 to $20. At Magnetic Therapy Ltd., a bracelet costs about $28. Also, spot magnets which are smaller and can be used for hands, fingers or to pinpoint a specific trigger point ,cost about $2 per magnet and come in sets. Magnetic eye masks cost between $10 and $30. BIOflex sells neck collars for $29.95, universal kits (to be worn on several body areas) for $29.95, and flex pads for $59.95.
Average Investment for Magnet Therapy
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To get started with magnetic therapy, an average investment will be around $30 to $50. Start with spot magnets or bracelets to see if you find relief before investing more money in larger items like mattress covers. However, inspect the quality of the products and see if they come with a money-back guarantee before buying them. If magnets are to be worn every day, you may want several as replacements.
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