Electromagnetic Fields in the Treatment of Chronic Lower Back Pain in Patients With Degenerative Disc Disease

Arneja, Amarjit S.; Kotowich, Alan; Staley, Doug; Summers, Randy; Tappia, Paramjit S.

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“…Similarly, Krammer et al [29] in 2015 found that the PEMF group failed to demonstrate any significant improvement in pain intensity and functional disability (p>0.05) over a 4-week assessment period. Arneja et al [9] in 2016 reported no significant improvement in the mental health total score of both the PEMF group and the control group (p=0.753 and p=0.447, respectively). The literature suggests several factors might contribute to this discrepancy, for example, duration of treatment, parameters of the machine (frequency, pulse rate and width, magnetic flux density), and frequency of intervention, in addition to different followup periods.…”

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“…Finegold and Flamm [7] found that PEMF therapy had little effect on the pain intensity among patients with CLBP. In contrast, Loo [8] in 2009 and Arneja et al [9] in 2016 reported that the use of PEMF positively contributed to patient recovery. The conflicting findings seem to be attributed to study differences in sample size, research parameters, and treatment duration.…”

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Efficacy of Pulsed Low-Frequency Magnetic Field Therapy on Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial

Alzayed

Alsaadi

2020

Asian Spine J

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A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Purpose: To investigate the efficacy of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy combined with therapeutic exercises in the treatment of chronic low back pain (CLBP). Overview of Literature: Low back pain (LBP) is the most common musculoskeletal pain disorder. Most available interventions for CLBP have modestly beneficial outcomes. Despite the potential effect of PEMF therapy on LBP, there have been few studies regarding its effectiveness. Methods: Forty-two patients (22 males, 20 females), were randomized into either the treatment group (PEMF and therapeutic exercises) or placebo group (sham PEMF and exercises). Primary outcome measures were pain intensity on the 10-point Numeric Pain-Rating Scale and disability measured by the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire. The patients were assessed at baseline, during the treatment period (weeks 3, 6, and 9), and after treatment (week 13). Results: The treatment group experienced a more rapid improvement in both pain and disability compared with the placebo group. The analysis showed a significant improvement in the pain intensity and disability scores in the treatment group at week 3 (p<0.05), whereas an improvement in the placebo group was detected at week 6. The significant improvement in both groups was sustained for weeks 6, 9, and 13. There was no difference between the groups in scores of pain intensity and disability at weeks 6 and 13. Conclusions: PEMF therapy improved pain and disability in patients with CLBP. However, it does not seem to be superior to other treatment options.

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Efficacy of Pulsed Low-Frequency Magnetic Field Therapy on Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial

Alzayed

Alsaadi

2020

Asian Spine J

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“…As chronic pain is characterized by increases in central and peripheral nerve activity, 36 electrical stimulation of the PNS may offer an alternative and effective way for reducing this hyperactivity. Noninvasive bioelectronic medical therapies, such as TENS, 28,29 photobiomodulation, 30,31 and electromagnetic field, 32 have been trialed in pain conditions to mixed effect. This pilot survey aimed to evaluate the impact of using a noninvasive neuromodulation device that can deliver high‐frequency electrical stimulation to peripheral nerve fibers as a treatment option for chronic pain.…”

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“…Recently, the term bioelectronic medicine applied to pain management has been used to describe the use of neurostimulation to modify the response of nerve tissue to reduce pain 27 . Examples include transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), 28,29 photobiomodulation, 30,31 and electromagnetic field, 32 all of which have been used in pain medicine. Bioelectronic medicine has an important advantage over other therapies, as it can employ electrical, magnetic, optical, and ultrasound technologies to deliver targeted, personalized therapy and eliminate the need for drug‐centered therapy.…”

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An Open‐Label Pilot Study Investigating Noninvasive High‐Frequency Peripheral Nerve Fiber Stimulation in Chronic Pain

Hegarty

Bretherton

2021

Pain Practice

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Objective Providing sustained and effective treatment via the peripheral nervous system for the management of chronic pain is challenging. Application of noninvasive high‐frequency stimulation at or near the painful area may benefit those with chronic pain. This open‐label pilot survey examined the impact of this stimulation on pain intensity, activities of daily living, functional capacity, and medication consumption after 2 weeks of treatment. Methods Stimulation was administered at home using the summation of two high‐frequency sinusoidal alternating signals at 3858 and 3980 Hz delivered between two electrodes placed directly over one or two locations of pain. Individuals completed a survey after 2 weeks to assess pain, activities of daily living (ADL), pain medication consumption, quality of life (QoL), mood, sleep, functional outcomes, and satisfaction. Results 463 individuals (372 males; 91 females) retuned the completed survey after 2 weeks of treatment. Pain and ADL scores significantly improved at follow‐up compared with baseline (pain mean difference: 3.05; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.86, 3.24; ADL mean difference: 1.82; 95% CI: 1.60, 2.04). Corresponding improvements in QoL, sleep, mood, functional outcomes, and satisfaction were noted. On average, 8.00 ± 11.11 hours of pain relief were reported with 54% experiencing reductions in pain medication consumption. 98% would use the stimulation in the future. Conclusion Two weeks of noninvasive high‐frequency peripheral nerve fiber stimulation appeared to confer positive effects in individuals with chronic pain. Future research employing a control group/arm is needed to establish the long‐term impact of this bioelectric technique in specific pain cohorts.

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“…Arneja, in contrast, used an electromagnetic field in the treatment of chronic spinal pain in patients with degenerative disease. These studies indicate the safety and effectiveness of the method and its high relevance in clinical trials [ 27 ]. Iannitti, in his clinical studies with the use of pulsed electromagnetic field among elderly people, obtained a beneficial effect of the therapy conducted in the form of reduction of pain and stiffness of joints, as well as improvement of physical fitness of the examined population [ 28 ].…”

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Comparative Analysis of the Influence of Selected Physical Factors on the Level of Pain in the Course of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Kopacz

Ciosek

Gronwald

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Pain Research and Management

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Introduction. Temporomandibular joints (TMJs) play a very significant function in the activity of the locomotor system of the masticatory system. But they are often a source of pain, myopathy, myoarthropathy, and malfunction of their surrounding or internal structures. The treatment of a patient’s discomfort associated with masticatory system dysfunctions strongly depends on their cause. Aim of the Study. The objective of the study was to evaluate the impact of selected physical factors: LED light therapy with electromagnetic field and cryotherapy for the level of pain, in the treatment of patients suffering from temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Materials and Methods. The study included 60 patients of both genders with diagnosed TMD in a clinical trial. The participants were randomly divided into two groups. Each group consisted of 30 people and was subjected to separate therapies in which LED light therapy with electromagnetic field (MLT) and cryotherapy (CT) were applied. Results. Having assessed the results of the author’s own research in terms of analgesic activity, determined on the VAS scale during the daily routine activity of the mandible and its individual movements, in general, each of the studied groups demonstrated a considerable decrease in the level of the patients’ perception of pain (<0.001). Having compared both the therapeutic methods used, a greater reduction in the level of perceived pain was achieved with MLT (p=0.002). The type of therapy used turned out to be the only significant factor for the magnitude of this reduction. Conclusions. Conclusions based on the results of our own research indicate that the selected methods of treatment demonstrate an analgesic effect in terms of the overall discomfort in the course of TMD, and that they may be an alternative pain relief thereby reducing the patient’s intake of painkillers.

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Electromagnetic Fields in the Treatment of Chronic Lower Back Pain in Patients With Degenerative Disc Disease

Cited by 12 publications

References 24 publications

Efficacy of Pulsed Low-Frequency Magnetic Field Therapy on Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial

Efficacy of Pulsed Low-Frequency Magnetic Field Therapy on Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial

An Open‐Label Pilot Study Investigating Noninvasive High‐Frequency Peripheral Nerve Fiber Stimulation in Chronic Pain

Comparative Analysis of the Influence of Selected Physical Factors on the Level of Pain in the Course of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

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