Efficacy of extremely low-frequency magnetic field in fibromyalgia pain: A pilot study.
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Jan 1, 2016
This pilot randomized study evaluated systemic extremely low-frequency magnetic field (ELF-MF) therapy versus sham in 37 women with fibromyalgia using a crossover sequence. The abstract reports significant short-term reductions in pain and improvements in fibromyalgia-related symptom and function questionnaires…
An innovative therapy for peri-implantitis based on radio frequency electric current: numerical simulation results and clinical evidence.
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Jan 1, 2016
This conference paper describes a peri-implantitis therapy using radio frequency electric current and presents numerical simulations alongside referenced clinical evidence. The abstract reports 81% successful treatment across 66 implants in 46 patients. FEM modeling suggests current preferentially concentrates in…
The influence of low-frequency variable magnetic fields in reducing pain experience after dental implant treatment.
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Jan 1, 2015
This study evaluated magnetostimulation and magnetoledtherapy for pain reduction after dental implant treatment in three groups of 10 patients each. Pain was recorded using a VAS scale, and analgesic use was also tracked. The abstract reports lower pain scores and reduced analgesic use in the magnetostimulation…
Using ultrasound radio frequency technology to assess regression of the structure and function of the carotid artery by radioiodine therapy in hyperthyroidism patients.
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Jan 1, 2015
This study enrolled 70 patients with primary hyperthyroidism and 74 healthy volunteers and assessed carotid artery structure and function using ultrasound RF data parameters before and after 131I therapy. Hyperthyroid patients showed worse carotid IMT and stiffness-related measures than controls at baseline. After…
An open-label pilot study of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in the treatment of failed back surgery syndrome pain.
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Jan 1, 2015
This open-label exploratory pilot study evaluated pulsed electromagnetic field therapy given twice daily for 45 days in 34 people with persistent or recurrent pain after back surgery. Among 30 per-protocol completers, 33% met a responder definition of ≥30% pain intensity reduction, and pain improvements were reported…
Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: a randomised controlled trial
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Jan 1, 2014
This randomized controlled trial compared postoperative pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (I-ONE) versus control in 33 patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty. The treated group reported significantly better pain, swelling, and functional scores at 1 month, with lower pain still present at 6 months. At 3…
Pulsed electromagnetic field and exercises in patients with shoulder impingement syndrome: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
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Jan 1, 2014
This double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial evaluated pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy followed by a standardized shoulder strengthening exercise program in adults with shoulder impingement syndrome (N=56). The active PEMF group improved in pain and function from baseline across follow-ups, while…
Two of three patients with multiple chemical sensitivity had less symptoms and secondary hyperalgesia after transcranially applied pulsed electromagnetic fields.
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Jan 1, 2014
This open case study assessed transcranially applied pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) as a potential therapy for multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) in three patients. Two of three patients reported considerable improvements in MCS-related symptoms/functional impairments and reduced capsaicin-induced secondary…
[Study of the influence of uniform transverse magnetic field on the dose distribution of high energy electron beam using Monte Carlo method].
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Jan 1, 2014
This engineering/medical physics study used Monte Carlo simulations to examine how a uniform transverse magnetic field affects the dose distribution of a 30 MeV electron beam in a water phantom. The abstract reports substantial changes in depth-dose, including reduced range and a pronounced end-of-range dose peak…
Passive tracking of linac clinical flow using radiofrequency identification technology.
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Jan 1, 2014
This study reports implementation of a passive RFID system to passively track patient flow in a radiation therapy clinic using readers/antennae in linac vault areas. Across 4302 treatment fractions from 144 patients, the system achieved about 70% read reliability and enabled comparison of median in-vault treatment…
Development of a prototype of the tele-localisation system in radiotherapy using personal digital assistant via wireless communication.
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Jan 1, 2013
This paper describes development and testing of a Wi-Fi–enabled tele-localisation prototype for radiotherapy field localisation using a personal digital assistant (PDA). Trial tests on 30 subjects across multiple treatment regions reported localisation times under 1.5 minutes and similar transmission speeds across…
Effects of extremely low frequency magnetic field on oxidative balance in brain of rats.
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Jan 1, 2011
This animal study examined whether an extremely low frequency magnetic field (7 mT, 40 Hz) used in magnetotherapy alters oxidative balance in rat brain after 10 days of exposure. The 30 min/day exposure condition was associated with increased lipid peroxidation, while the 60 min/day condition was associated with…
[Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia by radiofrequency (TUNA): a monocentric study of 28 cases treated in ambulatory surgery].
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Jan 1, 2009
This monocentric study evaluated outpatient feasibility and outcomes of radiofrequency transurethral needle ablation (TUNA) for benign prostatic hyperplasia in patients who did not respond to medical therapy. In the outpatient subgroup, urinary symptom scores, quality of life, flow measures, and residual urine…
Evaluation of the efficacy of pulsed electromagnetic field in the management of patients with diabetic polyneuropathy.
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Jan 1, 2009
This randomized controlled trial evaluated low-power, low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy at 600 Hz and 800 Hz as an adjunct treatment for diabetic polyneuropathy. Thirty participants were randomized to 600 Hz PEMF, 800 Hz PEMF, or usual medical treatment for 12 days. The abstract reports…
Static magnetic field therapy: a critical review of treatment parameters.
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Jan 1, 2009
This critical review summarizes human research on static magnetic field (SMF) therapy delivered by permanent magnets attached to the skin and evaluates how well studies report SMF dosage and treatment parameters. Across 56 included studies, many did not report essential SMF characteristics (e.g., magnet dimensions,…
Arthroscopic capsular shrinkage for chronic ankle instability with thermal radiofrequency: prospective multicenter trial.
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Jan 1, 2008
This prospective multicenter longitudinal trial evaluated arthroscopic thermal radiofrequency capsular shrinkage for chronic ankle instability in adults who failed conservative therapy. The study reports no clinically relevant improvement in mechanical stability, but substantial and statistically significant…
Chemotherapy side-effect management using mobile phones.
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Jan 1, 2008
This conference paper describes a mobile-phone telemedicine system for managing chemotherapy side-effects at home using symptom diaries and automated alerts to nurses. Six patients used the system for two cycles of oral chemotherapy. The abstract reports two instances where moderate symptoms deteriorated to more…