Richard Armentrout APF I, CJF
Richard Armentrout APF I, CJF-PEMF
Richard Armentrout doing PEMF on a horse
PEMF [Pulsed Electromagnetic Field] Therapy has been used since the 1970’s and is already registered by the FDA to promote the healing of bone fractures, and, also in the treatment of migraines. It encourages the natural improvement of physiological and psychological neuroendocrine functions to increase health and well-being from depression. PEMF is in the process of being FDA registered for uses including sports injuries, cancer, stroke, degenerative disc disease, diabetes, and more.
Exploration has led to the discovery that PEMF’s are critical to human survival in space. Perhaps surprisingly, PEMF devices are standard issue in most space suits and space stations, including the 15-year orbit of the MIR space station. NASA’s research has led to most of the PEMF medical devices on the market today. There are over 10,000 published medical studies on the benefits of PEMF on humans that can also be applied to the animal world. Over the last several years, the equine industry has seen the introduction of Multi-Powered/Multi- Frequency PEMF systems into racetracks (help heal broken bones), stables and barns. Therapies with standard magnets emit static magnetic fields.
To create a PEMF, an electrical current is introduced into a looped copper wire creating an intermittent [pulsed] magnetic field. A pulsed magnetic field, versus a static magnetic field, increases the body’s natural cellular energy. A high-powered PEMF field will create a percussive muscular contraction similar to that of an electric stimulation device with the magnetic energy penetrating the targeted body part instead of electrical current. As a result, the user (human or equine) will experience significant relief from chronic pain and increased range of motion. Other physiological benefits include; high increases in blood flow, an accelerated reduction of inflammation (in the locally treated area), increases in cell metabolism, cellular membrane permeability, and production of more nitric oxide resulting in a more regulated blood flow to promote healing. Natural Healing Application for Horses It’s been well established by modern science that the root of most diseased states is chronic inflammation.
Any natural therapy that reduces inflammation/swelling and increases circulation will have a profound effect on healing and the overall health of the body. For the equine athlete, the beneficial effects of PEMF are harnessed to treat tendon/ ligament injuries, sore backs, stifles, shoulders, chronic hock soreness, non-union fractures, laminitis, stone bruises/ abscesses, ulcers, slow healing wounds, and even colic. By strategically placing the loops on known problem areas, like joints, and targeting major muscle groups, it is easy to treat equine patients. For Thoroughbred horses, after short treatments over several days, owners, trainers, and riders can generally see and feel improvement in the way the horse moves. Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy has a tremendous arrangement of published medical science backing its extraordinary health benefits. There is growing evidence attesting to its efficacy in areas of equine health. PEMF therapy is a natural alternative to drugs and invasive medical procedures and is becoming widely accepted and utilized by among natural health advocates. Space exploration has discovered the importance of PEMF’s to cellular health in humans and medical science is beginning to explore the frontier of the equine world. This safe, natural, and noninvasive therapy is worth exploring for yourself and your animal friends. Richard Armentrout, CJ1,APF, AEP Journeyman Farrier-BWFA, Accredited Professional Farrier-APF, Authorized EquiPulse Practioner richard@holisticequineservices.com 330 936-9473 Richard Armentrout Natural Healing of the Equine