US researchers at the University of Virginia say the use of a localized magnetic field can reduce swelling after an inflammatory injury. Thomas Skalak, a professor of biomedical engineering, and graduate student Cassandra Morris found that application of an acute, localized static magnetic field of moderate strength can result in significant reduction of swelling when applied immediately after tissue trauma. The findings were published in the American Journal of Physiology. (up)
Much of the knowledge humans have gathered over thousands of years, like the healing power of magnetic fields, will be recognized over the years to come. We are getting better in understanding the non-tangible (non-atomic) nature, and prove these understandings scientifically. This will dramatically change the way we (at least the western world) treat health issues.