In Part 1 of this article (See page 16 Omni Mar/Apr issue) we reviewed the history, back to ancient times, and the background of the use of magnetics for health and wellness. We saw the usage through many civilizations over thousands of years, and the resurgence in popularity that this modality is enjoying in the present. In this section, we will consider the evidence to decide for ourselves whether the individual testimonials of great benefit, and the new scientific experimental research are valid, and whether those who deride the use of magnets are correct, or just uninformed.

Over 10 years ago, my wife Carolynn and I were living with our family in Arizona. She began to experience discomfort in her joints. Medical specialists were consulted and drugs prescribed. The problem persisted, and was soon joined by a new one, discomfort in all the fibrous tissues of her body i.e. the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This was all accompanied by periodic fatigue, more visits to doctors, and more drugs. When we moved to Lancaster, PA, the colder, damp climate made things much worse and greatly increased her agony. Her joints were stiff and sore, and she hurt all the time from her head to her toes. It got so bad that it was extremely difficult for her to walk up or down stairs. The drugs proliferated, and layers were added to treat the side effects of one drug, with yet another. Then a third to treat the side effects of the second drug. And so on it went. After a severe car accident occurred, Carolynn was taking nearly a dozen different drugs and 18 aspirins a day, and was still almost unable to function normally. The doctors said there was nothing more they could do for her, and that it would only get worse with time. My first thought on hearing this was "wheelchair".

We had the good fortune for her to meet a lady from Arizona who introduced her to the Nikken magnetic products. Within a month, Carolynn was drug-free, and within about 3 months, she was virtually symptom-free. In effect she went from being ready for a wheelchair to the Energizer Bunny in 90 days! She experienced a whole series of "miracles" using these products with friends and family members. She felt morally obligated to tell people about them, knowing many people who were also suffering. So she became a Wellness Consultant to share the message of hope that these products can bring.

As an engineer, with degrees in electronics, I was something below skeptical; however, the evidence of Carolynn's recovery couldn't be denied. I personally had a back problem of many years, where my back would go out of place unexpectedly about every 3 or 4 months. Two weeks with Chiropractors, Osteopathic Doctors, pain drugs, muscle relaxants etc. would have me back to normal - until the next time I picked up a newspaper the wrong way! At the onset of one severe occurrence, I tried a magnetic back pad, and for me the results were overnight, and almost unbelievable. Not only was my back totally recovered at that moment, but wearing the back pad for over 10 years ---- it has never gone out of place again! I'm an aggressive skier now, whereas before I was afraid!
These are called "anecdotal" stories, as though we don't know what is happening to our bodies, and for 10 years we have been suffering from delusions of wellness, or long-term placebo effects. That's what many of the medical professionals, who have not yet opened their minds to new technologies, would have you think.

But now, they have to take notice, because the studies on the benefits of magnetics for health and wellness are pouring in. Dr. Michael Weintraub did an extensive nationwide, double-blind, placebo controlled study on the effects of magnetic shoe insoles on diabetic neuropathy, with amazing positive results. Dr. Valbona did a study at Baylor University Medical Center with post-polio patients with incredible results. Other studies have been done at the University of Virginia on firromyalgia, and at other similar prestegious places, all with positive results. The evidence coming from the medical-scientific community is proof-positive of the efficacy of these products. Not one study, that I am aware of, has shown any negative results.

Unlike drugs, which can stay in your system at the cellular level for years, the use of magnetics is non-invasive, and non-consumable. If you don't like the feeling the magnetic device is giving you remove it, and the feeling stops. Try that with a drug you have just swallowed and that's making you sick!

If you would like further information, or copies of the studies, contact:

Phil Tannenholz at 541-855-1494 or philtannenholz@aol.com

I am a Nikken Wellness Consultant and can show you how you can help yourself and others to greater Wellness and a better way of life.