A. Magnets can either pick up a car whilst others a paperclip. It's the same when using magnets on the body the depth of penetration and relaxation of tissue will depend on he strength and quality of the magnet. This is key in allowing the magnetic field to pass through damaged areas and effect a change.

A. Always ask the company concerned what is the type and strength (gauss) of magnet they are using. Also make sure of the depth of penetration through bone and tissue they are claiming for their product. It does matter. All magnets are not equal.

A. It is unlikely in our experience. A wristband will help the tissue in the direct area in which it is placed. It will also have the beneficial effect on the blood as it circulates. Perhaps over a period of week/months as it helps flush out the waste deposits in the blood it may result in some benefits, but why wait that long? In placing magnets of sufficient power to the area concerned the relief should be seen within hours. The benefits to the system and detoxification effects remain the same.

A. If the injury is a temporary condition, e.g. a torn muscle or sports strain, a 'serious' magnet will significantly speed recovery time. If the condition is a permanent one such as osteo-arthritis then the relief can be as and when the magnet is in place or in some cases maintained for several days or weeks. The pad can be then re-applied.

A. Our 'permanent' magnets will have a lifespan of 15 - 20 years.

A. With the many clinical trials that have been done worldwide over recent years, magnets appear to have no detrimental effects on the body. However, you should not use magnet therapy if you wear a pacemaker, defibrillator, use an insulin pump or if you are pregnant.