Contraindications

Implanted Electronic Devices
The only absolute contraindication of PEMF therapy is if you have an implanted electrical device such as a pacemaker, cochlear implant or an intrathecal pump.
There is a risk that the magnetic field produced by a PEMF device can shut the device off or otherwise interfere with its function.
There is a risk that the magnetic field produced by a PEMF device can shut the device off or otherwise interfere with its function.

Organ Transplants
PEMFs are contraindicated in organ transplant patients.
One of the benefits of PEMF therapy is the effects on the immune system however the therapy is not advised after an organ transplant as over stimulation could increase the risk of rejection.
One of the benefits of PEMF therapy is the effects on the immune system however the therapy is not advised after an organ transplant as over stimulation could increase the risk of rejection.
Cautions

Pregnancy
Caution is advised during pregnancy.
Whilst there is no evidence of harm caused by using PEMFs during pregnancy, their safety has not yet been established.
Whilst there is no evidence of harm caused by using PEMFs during pregnancy, their safety has not yet been established.

Neurological Conditions
Those with neurological conditions that can cause seizure (e.g epilepsy) are advised to be cautious when using PEMF therapy.
Reports of PEMF initiating a seizure are very rare however there is the theoretical potential for this to happen.
Reports of PEMF initiating a seizure are very rare however there is the theoretical potential for this to happen.

Active Bleeding
One of the benefits of PEMF therapy is the increase in circulation, for people suffering from active bleeding however this may worsen the blood loss and reduce the ability of the blood to clot.
Any source of bleeding should be fully controlled before using PEMF therapy.
Any source of bleeding should be fully controlled before using PEMF therapy.
Further Advice

Speak to your GP
if you have any specific medical concerns we recommend in the first instance to speak to your GP.
The NewMed team are fully trained on the products we offer however we are not medically trained and have no understanding of your medical history.
The NewMed team are fully trained on the products we offer however we are not medically trained and have no understanding of your medical history.

Check your Manual
This page is intended to give the contraindications and cautions for using PEMF therapy however it is not exhaustive.
We recommend you check your manual for a full list of contraindications.
We recommend you check your manual for a full list of contraindications.

Contact Us
As the UK's one stop shop for PEMF therapy we have years of experience of customers using PEMF and we are happy to answer any query.
Call us on 0808 1689 282 for advice from our friendly team.
Call us on 0808 1689 282 for advice from our friendly team.
Disclaimer
The information on this page is not intended to substitute or replace medical or other specific dietary advice. Always consult your medical doctor If you have health concerns