The use of electromagnetic radiation in the physiotherapy
Journal Title: European Journal of Medical Technologies - Year 2016, Vol 11, Issue 2
Abstract
The electromagnetic field is a physical field produced by electrically charged objects. Types of radiations in the electromagnetic spectrum include: radio waves, microwave, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet light, X-rays and gamma rays. Understanding the mechanisms of cellular responses to particular types of electromagnetic radiation has enabled the development of the variety of methods of physiotherapy suitable for different types of diseases. The main ones are: electrotherapy, magnetic therapy and phototherapy. Electrotherapy is the use of electrical energy like direct current, impulse currents of low frequency and alternating current of medium frequency and high frequency. Magnetotherapy uses a pulsing magnetic field to induce intracellular movement of ions due to the electromagnetic field, resulting in hyperpolarization of the cell membrane, and thereby the increment of the metabolism. Phototherapy is based on the use of visible light, polarized light, infrared or ultraviolet in the treatment of various ailments. The main indications for the physical therapy with the use of EMF are pain syndromes and musculoskeletal disorders.
Authors and Affiliations
Maciej Putowski, Marta Piróg, Olga Padała, Monika Sadowska, Andriej Bazylevycz, Artur Wdowiak
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