PEMF Therapy

Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, usually shortened to PEMF, uses low intensity electromagnetic pulses delivered through a mat or applicator. Forbes Integrative Medicine uses the BEMER system for this.

The pulses are directed at supporting local blood circulation in the treated area. Better local circulation is the foundation for the tissue getting what it needs, which is why patients often use it around training, recovery, or periods when they simply feel run down.

Circulation in the smallest blood vessels is easy to overlook, but it is how oxygen and nutrients reach tissue and how waste gets carried away. When that flow is sluggish, recovery can feel slower and the body can feel heavier than it should.

PEMF may be a good fit if you are working through muscle soreness, recovering from physical strain, or looking for a gentle way to support your overall sense of wellbeing. It is generally incorporated into most acupuncture or Marma treatments as an adjunctive therapy. Dr. Forbes will review your health history first, since PEMF is not appropriate for everyone, including people with implanted electronic devices such as a pacemaker.