Let‘s say it up front: Nighttime magnetotherapy works exactly like regular magnetotherapy, with a few dutiful differences.
However, it is still a therapy that uses electromagnetic fields to treat bone and muscle diseases, acute or chronic in nature with the aim of restoring cellular balance when cells are damaged. So what are the differences?
Let’s look more specifically at when nighttime magnetotherapy is useful and what it can be helpful in.
What is meant by nighttime magnetotherapy
As can be guessed from the title, nighttime magnetotherapy is nothing more than performing normal therapy during sleep.
In fact, instead of proceeding in the therapy with the normal application of the bands with solenoids to the affected area, simply place the magnetotherapy mat, Osteomat, on the bed and then lie down.
In fact, it is a technique that uses low-intensity magnetic fields to stimulate cell regeneration and improve the recovery of damaged tissue. The main goal is to provide continuous treatment without interrupting daytime activities, allowing for a longer and, therefore, more effective session.
Unlike daytime applications, nighttime magnetotherapy simply requires placing a mattress-shaped applicator on the bed, as in the case of the Osteomat, and lying down.
During the night, the device emits constant magnetic fields (via its solenoids placed inside) that can relieve pain, improve circulation, and speed healing from conditions such as osteoporosis, vertebral fractures or muscle and joint pain.
This treatment is valued for its convenience: it takes place during rest, does not interfere with sleep, and can be used in combination with other therapeutic approaches, such as physiotherapy or medication. Thus, nighttime magnetotherapy allows for prolonged, noninvasive treatment, making the most of the hours of rest to improve physical well-being.
Who can do the therapy?
Nighttime magnetotherapy is generally considered risk-free and has no known side effects, so it can be safely done by a wide range of people. Obviously with cautions in front of specific contraindications, such as in the case of individuals with pacemakers or women in pregnancy . Therefore, it is always recommended to read the user manual carefully, especially the section regarding contraindications, and to consult your doctor before use.
There is also a point to be made that contraindications reported in manuals for magnetotherapy devices often stem from a lack of clinical studies on patients with certain conditions. This does not mean that magnetotherapy is dangerous for these individuals, but simply that there is insufficient scientific evidence to rule out potential risks. Therefore, it is advisable to use magnetotherapy with caution in these situations, avoiding its use when indicated.
However, the totally noninvasive approach of overnight magnetotherapy is great for frail people or those with reduced mobility as they will be able to enjoy full treatment from a comfortable supine position without any risk.
Benefits of nighttime magnetotherapy
Nighttime magnetotherapy offers numerous benefits for those suffering from muscle, joint, or bone disorders. One of the main advantages is the ability to prolong treatment by application during sleep, thus maximizing the effectiveness of the therapy without requiring additional time in the daily routine.
This therapy can improve blood circulation, reducing inflammation and accelerating healing processes from injuries or vertebral fractures . In addition, overnight treatment allows the body to regenerate, helping to reduce chronic pain associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis or osteoporosis.
Another benefit is its ability to improve the quality of sleep itself. In fact, the ‘analgesic action helps in reducing pain and inflammatory states making rest more comfortable.
In addition, not only have there been no side effects associated with prolonged use of overnight magnetotherapy, on the contrary this may be recommendable for certain conditions (especially acute chronic conditions) obviously on the advice of the physician.
How the nighttime magnetotherapy mat works
A good nighttime magnetotherapy mat plays a crucial role in this type of therapy.
Our Osteomat mat, for example, was created exactly for low-frequency magnetotherapy treatments and was created from the need to treat multiple parts of the body simultaneously and for extended therapy times in a practical and comfortable way.
Osteomat is indicated for systemic pathologies and total body treatment. For pain in specific parts of the body, or pathologies affecting a specific anatomical site, applicators (therapeutic band or solenoid pair) should be used.
The effectiveness of magnetotherapy in restoring the physiological equilibrium conditions of cellular structures is now well known. Pulsed magnetic fields, in fact, act on cell membranes by promoting ion exchange between the two sides of the membrane.
This leads to restoration of the correct transmembrane potential that is critical to ensure nutrient supply within the cell.
At the level of organs and anatomical structures, these effects result in analgesia, reduction of inflammation, and stimulation of reabsorption of edema.
In addition, low-frequency magnetotherapy is particularly suitable for stimulating fracture regeneration and slowing the process of bone density decrease triggered by ‘osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis, which has now become an increasing social phenomenon, implies the need to intervene on the skeletal architecture as a whole. In this regard, the possibility of using a mat makes it possible to intervene systemically on the entire organism.
In short, Osteomat is perfect for treating multiple body segments in a single session because of its great ease of use and extreme flexibility.
Which program to select?
When it comes to nighttime magnetotherapy, choosing the right program is crucial for effective results. Our LaMagneto, in fact, offers 46 preset programs; the correct choice depends strictly on the pathology to be treated.
For example, approaches to treat osteoporosis differ greatly from those to accelerate the healing of a fracture. Therefore, it is essential to consult a physician or specialist before starting treatment. Only an expert can properly assess the physical condition and recommend the program best suited to individual needs, taking into account factors such as duration, magnetic field strength, and frequency.
If you would like more technical details and specific information on how to properly use the nighttime magnetotherapy device, please download the La Magneto data sheet, where you will find all the useful directions to best customize your treatment.
