29/11/2018
Magnet therapy uses a magnetic plate on the surface of the point or around the meridians to treat disease. Methods used in scalp acupuncture use a magnet touching the surface of the scalp, a magnet combined with the needles, or electricity. Using small magnetic balls or a plate, apply the magnet to the surface of the scalp and cover with tape. Usually, choose a magnet 3 mm thick and leave it on the surface for 5 to 10 days. Change magnets for 12 treatments per course. Magnets can also be used with a hat. The patient shouls have the magnet touch Du 20 (Bai Hui). The hat magnet is used for 10 to 12 hours per day for 1 to 2 months per course. This technique is mostly used for patients who have high blood pressure and headaches. Also, the magnet can be combined with needles; the magnet may be applied over embedded intradermal needles. The needles with the magnets are used for patients with high blood pressure, headaches, stroke, sequelae of brain injury, and seizures. Use a small magnet in the beginning of the treatment. If there is no obvious result and no side effects, gradually increase magnet strength and treatment length. Magnet treatment is relatively safe. Some patients may experience dizziness, low energy, palpitation, nausea, and vomiting. Side effects can include a decrease in blood pressure, or local skin areas can become itchy, burning, and painful; however, side effects only happen in a very small percentage of cases.
Box 5-1 describes what to expect during scalp acupuncture.