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magnetic [mag′nedĀ·ik]
(electromagnetism)
Pertaining to magnetism or a magnet.


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Magnetic therapy is thought to work by manipulating energy streams that naturally run through the body, helping to align these energy streams with electromagnetic fields found in the body.
One or two research papers suggest that they do actually help, but an analysis of several studies done in 2004 have found that the evidence swung against magnetic therapy for pain relief.
In fact, a growing number of medical doctors and health practitioners are utilizing magnetic therapy as a complementary treatment.
 
 
 
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