The following case study was presented at professional health conferences and should give health practitioners and the general public a better understanding of the applications of Q Magnets and how effective they can be at relieving the symptoms of pain. Conference: International Conference of Physiotherapy – Sydney 2002

1. Neuromagnetic Treatment
For Chronic Cervical
Headaches

2. The following is a single
case study presented at the
International Conference
of Physiotherapy
in Sydney in 2002.

3. Dianne Hermans B.Phty M.A.P.A.
Author:

4. Abstract:
This clinical case example describes the effects of neuromagnetic
treatment on chronic pain and sympathetic abnormalities in a 36 year
old female physiotherapist following a 20 year history of severe
debilitating headaches and left arm pain. Physical treatments
received in the previous twenty year period had included
chiropractic, acupuncture, naturopathy and physiotherapy which
were unable to change these symptoms. Treatment for these
symptoms involved fitting the female physiotherapist with
neuromagnetic devices (Quadrapolar magnets) which are designed to
decrease pain by altering the transmission of action potentials along
nociceptive fibres in the peripheral and central nervous
systems. Evaluation following 48 hours of neuromagnetic treatment
included verbal reporting by the physiotherapist of decreased
headache intensity and frequency. Further evaluation at one and six
month periods revealed a reduction in pain and sympathetic
symptoms such that the female physiotherapist was able to increase
level of function as a Women’s Health Physiotherapist and is able to
participate in equestrian activities.

5. “Chronic cervical headaches have a
major impact on life, causing personal
distress, lost work productivity and
considerable financial costs as sufferers
seek relief or cure from many
practitioners including physiotherapists.
We are in an era of high accountability
to the patient and the health care
funding agencies with the demands for
the proof of efficacy of therapies.
(Gwen Jull 1996)

6. SYMPTOMS ON ASSESSMENT
 Intermittent severe left sided headaches often
progressing to bilateral.
 Intermittent, severe cervical pain and muscle
spasm in the shoulder and left arm. Daily
morning left cervical pain and stiffness.
 Restricted active and passive range of left
cervical rotation accompanied by
exacerbation of symptoms into the left arm.

7. SYMPTOMS ON ASSESSMENT
 Poor deep neck flexor muscle strength.
 Abnormal cervical posture with excessive
extension of the upper cervical spine.
Unable to carry objects in the left hand due
to exacerbation of headaches.
 Headaches aggravated with hormonal
changes.

8. SYMPTOMS ON ASSESSMENT
 Daily use of oral pain relief.
Mersyndol™ => 4-6 tablets (sometimes 8).
 Pethidine injections one every month or two.
Functional Assessment
• Limited in function that the physiotherapist
complained of daily headaches and left arm
pain restricting functioning levels at her
position as women’s health physiotherapist.

10. Q Magnet is Composed of:
• Four rare earth
magnets
(Rated 13,500 gauss each)
• Magnetic flux ring
• Casing

11. Magnetic Flux Generator
• Alternating
quadrapolar
array
• Specific
magnetic field
gradient

12. Quadrapolar Magnet Video
Used with permission Nine Network Australia Pty. Limited.

13. Magnet vs Q Magnet
• Steep gradient
• Pain relief
component
• Proven
physiological
response
• Not dependant
on size or
strength

14. Blockade of Action Potentials
2’ 20’’ 3’ 20’’ 3’ 20’’
McLean et al., Environmental Medicine 8:36-44 (1991)

15. Magnet vs Q Magnet
• Flat Gradient
• Minimal
physiological
response
McLean et al.,
Bioelectromagnetics 16:20-
32 (1995)

16. Clinical Evidence of Pain-relieving
Efficacy of the Quadrapolar Magnet
• Double-blind, PBO-controlled, crossover:
• Mechanical low back and knee pain (Holcomb et al.,
1991)
• Mechanical low back pain (Holcomb et al., in
preparation)
• Wrist pain in a knitwear factory (Holcomb et al., data
undergoing re-ananlysis)
• Open-Label:
• Rheumatoid arthritis of the knee (Segal et al.,J. Clin.
Rheumatol. 5:302-305 1999)
• Radiculopathy (Holcomb et al., submitted)
• Static Magnetic Field Therapy for pain in the
abdomen and genitals
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17. Contraindications
• pacemakers
• defibrillators
• aneurysm clips
• dorsal column stimulators
• infusion pumps
• transdermal patches
• insulin pumps
• pregnant women
• or any magnetically programmable
device

19. • Decreased pain in the cervical area.
AFTER 48 HOURS OF
Q MAGNET TREATMENT
• Decreased severity of headaches.

20. AFTER ONE MONTH OF
Q MAGNET TREATMENT
• Decrease in the frequency and severity of
headaches.
• Decrease in left arm pain symptoms.
• Less exacerbation of symptoms into left
arm with active and passive range of left
cervical rotation

21. AFTER 2 MONTHS OF
Q MAGNET TREATMENT
Functional Assessment
 The physiotherapist was able to function
at a better level in her professional role.
• Able to participate in equestrian activities.

22. AFTER TWO YEARS OF
Q MAGNET TREATMENT
Residual symptoms from initial assessment
• Occasional headaches requiring half an
aspirin and occasional Mersyndol™

23. AFTER TWO YEARS OF
Q MAGNET TREATMENT
Functional Assessment
• That the physiotherapist has increased
involvement in her professional career.
• Able to use left arm in stabilising and
strengthening activities in the gym.
• Able to train and ride three horses.

24. 2000 2001
2002
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Daily
Mersyndol
Year
Daily Mersyndol Consumption
Daily Mersyndol

25. 2000
2001
2002
Annual Cost
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
Year
Annual Cost Of Mersyndol Medication
Annual Cost

28. CONCLUSION
This single case example illustrates that
the symptoms associated with chronic
cervical headaches and arm weakness
can be treated and decreased symptoms
with Quadrapolar Magnetic devices
placed in the appropriate areas of the
cervical and thoracic spinal segments.
Functional improvement can be facilitated
if severe pain and sympathetic symptoms
can be alleviated, thus allowing a more
normal lifestyle for physiotherapist who
suffers from Chronic Cervical headaches.