It can be used to improve weak organs of the body. The south-pointing pole withdraws energy. It can sedate people and make them relax. It is used for pain relief, reduce unwanted growths, soothe inflammations and arrest infections. Lengths of use The magnets need not be handled directly or touch the skin. There are several cases where magnet therapy was able to prevent and treat chronic sicknesses. How did it all start? Early civilizations, apparently, were already using magnetic therapy. The first use of magnets was traced in the place called Magnesia, during 2500 to 3000 BC. The Chinese have been using this kind of healing as early as 2000 years ago. The New York Medical College conducted a study among patients suffering from diabetes and the tingling/burning sensation that sufferers would usually feel in their legs. The pain was reduced by using polarized magnets . When patients use magnets, the blood flow increases in the area where the magnet is applied and this could help in reducing pain. One thing you should remember is that the magnet s north pole is magnetically negative while the south is magnetically positive. You should use the north pole for body infections, alleviate pains from menstrual cycles, inflammations, for cold and accompanying symptoms and for scar tissue healing. The south pole, on the other hand, is best used for muscle strengthening, prostate problems, congestions and when one is pregnant. Resulting from the movement of these ions, our physical and mental processes are controlled, and the electromagnetic balance of our bodies is maintained. 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. According to Arthritis Foundation, arthritis is one of the major health problems and leading causes of disability for Americans who are aged fifteen and above. More women suffer from this compared to men. And those half of the affected Americans, tend to believe that there is nothing that could help them relieve the pain.