The process allows more blood to pass through the capillaries and improves the blood flow. This natural movement takes away the toxins in the system and brings in nutrient-rich blood to the injured area. The improved blood flow and the fluid exchange in the injured tissue help reduce discomfort and inflammation. But whatever the reason is, stress effects could be serious without management. There are different studies showing that stress could weaken your immune system, high blood pressure, anxiety, heart diseases and even in some cases, cancer. Alternative methods like magnet therapy are among the popular choices for reducing stress. Use a magnetic band around the painful elbows. The same band can relieve the pain on the hand and arms. Magnets at work Put the magnet directly over the pain area. 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. It could also be adapted to help treat bowel disorders. However, when using magnetic healing for treating disorders like bowel problems, it is still best to consult your doctor. Magnetic healing is not intended to replace recommended and doctor approved treatment. But it could be used to enhance positive results. Applying magnetic fields to an injured area improves blood flow and oxygen which in turn enhances the body s natural healing process. With the improved blood flow and the fluid exchange to the injured tissue helps reduce pain and inflammation. Magnetic therapy today In Japan and other Asian countries, therapeutic magnets are licensed as medical devices. It is not recommended that you undergo magnetic therapy just after you ate a meal. It is possible that you feel some nausea if you do so. But some would suggest that you eat or drink hot foods and hot liquids before your treatment. The hot food and liquid will keep the body warm during the magnetic treatment.