How Do Magnetic Bracelets Work? Do They Work?

Magnetic bracelets are the most popular type of magnetic therapy jewelry items available today. They are said to offer wearers the advantages of magnetic therapy, which relieves pain and aches from the body.

Many men and women are known to wear a magnetic bracelet for arthritis. These bracelet magnetic therapy effects are also popular with atheletes, especially golfers and tennis enthusisiasts. However, their health benefits are not the easiest to quantify and there is often disagreement between those who believe and wear or buy these bracelets and those who do not like them.

Magnetic Therapy - How It Works - Theories

What are the health benefits found in bracelets magnetic? Alternative medicine theory says that magnetic bracelets have a magnetic field about them that quickens that flow of hemogoblin, a red blood cell protein that carries oxygen. The effect of this is to increase the flow of oxygen through the body and relief pain and tension. As the oxygenated blood floods faster over all parts of the body and its tissues, it is hypothesized to heal injuries and relief any pains and aches.

Another explanation about how magnetic therapy could be healing is that every person has an electromagnetic energy field around him and her. As one goes through his or her various activities everyday, the balance of the energy becomes distorted. The magnetic field of the bracelet helps to restore this energy field of the person wearing it to its natural balance. In turn, a naturally balanced energy field around the person is said to allow him or her to feel uplifted and free from stress.

So by putting on a magnetic bracelet, you are going beyond just wearing a good looking bracelet for cosmetic or design reasons, your body is going to experience a bracelet magnetic therapy or magnetotherapy session. Magnetic bracelets are known to positively help people suffering from arthritis, rheumatism, carpal tunnel, headaches, migraines and more. Besides relieving pain, they are also known to help a person feel centered and calm.

Bracelets Magnetic Therapy - Do They Work?

One common question you hear is, "Magnetic bracelets - do they work?" Despite the descriptions of theories, explanations and testimonials, you will find lots of reports stating that there have been no conclusive scientific study that say these magnetic bracelets will absolutely work. This is true. Here is one scientific study that came closest to offering a little support. In 2004, a study reported in the British Medical Journal that mentioned some level pain relief was recorded in osteoarthritis (common type of arthritis) patients who wore magnetic bracelets. However, the researchers hesitate to absolutely attribute the positive impact to the wearing of these bracelets alone.

If you go by anecdotal evidence, there are many people who swear that wearing magnetic bracelets has helped them greatly with their arthritis or relieved pains in their elbows, wrists and hands. Many atheletes, including professional atheletes like golfer Arnold Palmer and football player Dan Marino are fans of these bracelets. This is not a new discovery either, ancient Egyptians and Greeks have known about the benefits of magnetic bracelets for healing aches and pains.

Testing It Out - Is It Worth It?

Given that the evidence is not absolutely conclusive, the best way to find out could just be to test this out in one's personal experience. Considering that the cost of a magnetic bracelet is inexpensive, there's little to lose. The worse thing that could happen if this doesn't work out is to wear the magnetic bracelet like a regular bracelet. After all, most are stylishly designed and make good dress accessories. One important thing to note is not to wear a magnetic bracelet next to a watch and definitely not to wear it at all if you are pregnant or wear a pace maker.

For styles and selection of these bracelets, there are hundreds available which make it is easy find something to one's liking. You can find basic ones that could be more gender neutral, or styles that are made for gentlemen and ladies. There are solid bangle bracelets, cuffs, flexible bands or more malleable ones made of rope and chains. Materials range from copper, tungsten, titanium, stainless steel to woven fabric and hematite beads. Pieces of magnets with powerful magnetic force are inserted into these bracelets to give the magnetic therapeutic effect.