Arthritis: Copper Bracelets, Magnetic Wrist Straps Useless? Trial Raises Doubts Over Alternative Pain Therapy Oct 18, 2009
Although their use is generally harmless, people with osteoarthritis should be especially cautious about spending large sums of money on magnet therapy ... Magnet therapy is a rapidly growing industry, with annual worldwide sales of therapeutic devices incorporating permanent magnets worth up to 4 billion US. ... 7, 2006) Patients should be advised that magnet therapy has no proved benefits, and that any healing effect is likely to be small, say U.S. researchers in a recent issue of the British... (Science Daily)
Magnets, copper bracelets ineffective in arthritis Oct 18, 2009
Although their use is generally harmless, people with osteoarthritis should be especially cautious about spending large sums of money on magnet therapy. Magnets removed from disused speakers are much cheaper, but you would first have to believe that they could work. (India Times, India)
Magnetic Bracelets Don't Work, Study Says Oct 18, 2009
"Although their use is generally harmless, people with osteoarthritis should be especially cautious about spending large sums of money on magnet therapy. Magnets removed from disused speakers are much cheaper, but you would first have to believe that they could work," Richmond said. The study revealed no meaningful difference between the devices in terms of their effects on pain, stiffness and physical function, a news release said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Large-Scale Cousin Of 'Magnetic Monopoles' Oct 8, 2009
7, 2006) Patients should be advised that magnet therapy has no proved benefits, and that any healing effect is likely to be small, say U.S. researchers in a recent issue of the British Medical. (Sep. (Science Daily)
How to Recognize an Indigo Child? Aug 17, 2009
Meditation, visualization, hypnosis, magnet therapy, nutritional adjustments by avoiding processed foods and including more fruits and vegetables, are some alternative methods to deal with conditions associated with learning disabilities. With indigo children, unconventional parenting methods work better than traditional ones. (Suite101.com)
Greg Gumbel Says He Was Tricked Into Infomerc00002FDCials Apr 3, 2009
Instead, Gumbel says his introductions were used in infomercials for time-shares, magnet therapy and other products. The lawsuit seeks unspecified monetary damages and to have the videos taken down. (W-USA News, DC)
Gumbel sues producer Apr 2, 2009
Instead, Gumbel says, his introductions were used in infomercials for time-shares, magnet therapy, and other products. (AP). (Boston Globe)