Hugo PEMF

What Is It
Earth is a very large magnet, and there are magnetic currents going through it at a regular basis. It has been theorized that life forms (including humans) have come to use these fields as a way to help cells function better. Unfortunately, in today's society, we are constantly bombarded with other electromagnetic rays and fields which can often disrupt the balance we would get from nature.

​In Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, magnetic pulses are sent through the body to help regain that balance. The theory is that the cells can absorb some of that energy to assist with function.

In our clinic, we have two Hu-Go brand PEMF machines: one is built directly into the back of our HOCATT (ozone sauna), and provides all of its benefits along with the additional support provided by heat, steam, and ozone.

Our other PEMF is located in the center of our building, and is frequented daily by patients using it prior to receiving an IV treatment, or after they have seen Dr. Vance for his Pain Elimination Protocol.

History
Although magnets have long been used in alternative healthcare, the importance of Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Fields was first discovered with sending astronauts into space. When out of the atmosphere for any significant length of time, they began to get sick for some unknown reason. This was fixed only by setting up magnetic fields and pulses similar to those found on Earth within the spacecraft.

​Much research has been done regarding the strength and types of PEMF waves to send, resulting in a wide variety of PEMF machines on the market. They range in strength from very weak (to simulate the earth's magnetic fields) to much stronger (to allow a greater effect, quicker). ​The latest development is the HUGO, which uses a strong magnetic field in a "sandwich" approach, allowing for even more effectiveness of therapy.

Some Benefits of PEMF Therapy
Below is a highly abbreviated list of benefits of PEMF Therapy:

Opening cell membranes
Increased oxygen transport across cell membranes
Increased ability to remove toxins
Increased "energy" available to individual cells
Increased wound healing
Mood improvement

What to Expect for IV Patients
When being used before receiving an IV, the patient lays down on top of a mat that contains a set of coils from the PEMF, and has another mat placed over the top of them. By sandwiching the body from the shoulders down, it creates the electric field necessary to effectively enhance the transportation of nutrients and waste products across the cell membrane, helping cells to detoxify and absorb nutrients more effectively.

After the patient is situated based on their needs, the machine is turned on and adjusted to patient comfort. At lower power settings, the patient may not feel too much of a sensation, but at higher doses they may feel some of their muscles rhythmically contracting. We do not put our patients at a level that is uncomfortable or painful.

The session lasts only 12 minutes. Soon after using the machine, patients may notice reduced pain, increased energy, and improved digestion. They may note these either immediately or the following day.

What to Expect for Patients with Pain
We also use the PEMF as part of our Pain Elimination Protocol (which uses procedures like Neural Therapy and Prolozone, for patients with chronic pain and injured ligaments or joints). We further the efforts of the treatment received by having the patient use a set of wrapped coils to target the painful area like a bullseye. The coils boost circulation and oxygenation, effectively reducing pain and inflammation, aiding healing, recovery, and performance enhancement.

After the patient is situated based on their needs, the machine is turned on and adjusted to patient comfort. At lower power settings, the patient may not feel too much of a sensation, but at higher doses they may feel some of their muscles rhythmically contracting. We do not put our patients at a level that is uncomfortable or painful.

The session lasts only 12 minutes. Soon after using the machine, patients may notice reduced pain, increased energy, and improved digestion. They may note these either immediately or the following day.