The imbalance is demonstrated in times when we are injured. The electromagnetic field is put out of balance and pain and swelling are the result. When magnetic therapy is applied on the injured area, both the capillary walls surrounding the muscles and the connective tissues relax. This action increases the flow of blood. Injuries, pain and inflammation can be a cause of electromagnetic induction. The intention is to regularize or return the body to its balanced condition. Aside from using a tape or bandage to keep the magnet in place, there are also magnetic products which can be used daily, like shoe insoles, head inserts, mattress, and magnetic jewelries like bracelet, necklaces, rings, and earrings. Adhesive bandages can fix the magnets in place. If they do not work the first few days, reposition the magnet over the nearest acupuncture point. (See the Internet or acupuncture books where they are.) If repositioning the magnet fails to bring relief within a month, odds are they are not going to work. An example would be the study conducted in University of Exeter and Plymouth in 2004 about the use of magnetic bracelets in easing pains of those suffering from osteoarthritis. Now, magnet therapy is performed in different countries. It has gained popularity in Japan, Australia, Russia and European countries like Germany. Samuel Hahnemann (the founder of homeopathy) conducted several experiments and treatments using magnets which they later advocated. Theories Magnet therapy is almost similar to the theory of acupuncture. The north-seeking pole of magnets is placed on the afflicted areas. These are the specific points on the meridian channels of energy. Care should also be taken in the use of magnets on infants and children as well as the use on the eyes, brain or over the heart for all ages. Power Biomagnets are measured in terms of gauss, the line of force pr unit area of the pole. (The earth s surface is about 0.5 gauss.) Magnet therapy experts begin their therapy at low gauss and increase the strength gradually.