This is a summary of an article published in Positive Health Magazine. If you would like to read the full article, click here to purchase a copy of the issue in which it appeared.

The body maintains different levels of various charged particles (ions) in the cells and in the fluids that surround the cells. These differing levels are used by the body for a number of processes especially in the nerves. To keep the these levels at their optimum the body uses "ion pumps" to move the charged particles around. Any movement of electric charge results in a magnetic field and so every body creates its own special biomagnetic field.

Illness can affect this biomagnetic field in many ways. Inflammation and cell damage alter the transport and balance of ions. Pain is transferred through the nerves by the movement of ions, and many factors can cause changes in the levels of minerals in the tissues and fluids of the body.

Acumed patches are tiny magnets that create pulse of magnetic and electrical energy. They are applied to acupuncture points associated with the problem involved. Acupuncture points are places on the energy lines of the body that long experience has shown to be connected with certain organs.

The patches have been successfully used to treat a range of ailments that include: arthritis, aches and pains of all types and insomnia and general weakness.

The article refers to research published in Japan on the effectiveness of Bioelectromagnetic therapy. It also gives a brief case study of headaches helped with the patches.