Strengths, duration and applicators

Whole body pad

Pillow pad

Pen-like applicator

Yes – some published, extensive information on their website. I presented a paper to a Bioelectromagnetic Society annual meeting on the use of this system for osteoarthritis of the knee. There is work being done with the University of Virginia to study this system for Rheumatoid Arthritis. Other unpublished research we have done, shows improvement of wound healing. Work has been done and is ongoing for use of this system in osteoprosis and detoxification from environmental toxicity.

A durable, very useful, good strength, cost-effective whole body PEMF system; allows for use of two applicators simultaneously. Does have a very narrow pen-like field applicator. I use this system extensively in my practice. It is a very useful system for the cost. I find it useful across a range of applications, including health maintenance, by allowing for whole body and local applications. Being a sinusoidal field it is typical of sinusoidal fields in that it is quite dynamic. This has not been a problem in my hands in causing aggravations. When I suspect an individual is highly sensitive, I will use the QRS product instead. The pad is short and narrow, allowing for use on lounge/recliner chairs. The shortness is not too much of a problem, since the pillow can used for the head area. It’s generally not a problem to have the feet dangling over anyway. If they need specific treatment the pillow can be used there instead. I find the brain level frequencies to be a significant and unique feature of this whole body system.

Strengths, duration, applicators and 5 programmed presets

Broad band - multiple – 300, 600, 800, 1000 Hz – fixed

These form the base frequencies, which are then modulated

Modulated selectable programs in the 3-32 Hz range

Maximum 1.5 Gauss/150 micro Tesla (uT); strengths vary throughout the course of the selectable programs – varying from 20- 100% of the selected strength. Selectable strengths can be from 1.5uT to 15 uT for all the programs except the pain setting, which can be from 1.5 to 150 uT.

Whole body pad

Pillow pad

Pen-like unit

Sinusoidal super imposed

AC; converted to a sinusoidal/PEMF signal

5 programs – based on Schumann/brain wave level frequencies: Circulation, relaxation/sleep, vigilance, pain, relaxation and revitalization

Four of these preset programs descend from beta to theta/delta; one ascends from theta to beta. The pain setting has a much higher strength for pain/extra stimulation.

The EarthPulse device is a handy system that is unique in how long it can be set to run.

It is especially useful for helping with sleep. It can “entrain” or “capture” the brain wave frequencies to induce sleep and then, because it can run for hours (up to 12 hrs), it can keep the brain at low frequencies throughout the night so early wakening is less likely to happen. To help with sleep, either place the device between the box spring and mattress for a gentle entrainment or under the pillow for a much stronger entrainment.

Because it can run unattended for long periods of time it can be especially useful for local injuries or tissue repair, for example, fractures, burns, sprains and strains, rashes, TMJ, carpal tunnel, tendinitis, etc,  where you may want to use it for 1-2 hrs at a time. It is really more locally useful vs a whole body magnetic system, which often prefer, because of the size of the coil (about 3 inches wide).

It gets hot after awhile if kept in an enclosed space, like under a mattress or pillow. It doesn’t get hot enough to be dangerous. The program controls are simple to use and it is very rugged. One does need to watch out to not bend the lead wire going into the coil too much because it will stress it. While, the manufacturer uses north vs south conventions for some of the applications, it is not really well established that these make a difference. The user will need to experiment on his/her own to see whether they make any difference.

As with any PEMF system, it can be used with pets and horses in similar fashions to human applications.

5 program modes: Sleep, Alert, Recover, Entrain-Up, Entrain-Down;

q       Sleep – ramps frequencies down and back up, from 10Hz to 0.5 Hz then back to 14Hz, with most of the programmed time between 0.5-4 Hz; variable time up to 12 hrs.

q       Alert – 12-14 Hz, to drive low Beta brain wave alertness levels. Higher Hz levels may cause a sense of anxiousness; variable time up to 12 hrs. (Could be used in the work setting, especially when people feel a mid-day slump or for studying in the evening or early morning). 

q       Recover – is used for pain and injury/tissue damage recovery; 9-10Hz – alpha range; use the metallic casing around the coil core to create a deeper field and steeper field gradients, which are often found to enhance pain reduction, healing and repair; can be used for up 8 hrs. May be used without the casing too and wrapped around the body part needing help. Especially helpful for athletic performance enhancement – causing relaxation first and then raising brain activity to alert functioning levels.

q       Entrain-Up - ramps frequencies down first and then back up, from 10Hz to 0.5 Hz then back to 15Hz; for 30, 45 or 60 minutes; use air core only 

q       Entrain-Down - ramps frequencies down from 10Hz to 0.5 Hz; for 60 minutes only; use the air core.

More specific instructions are given in the manual.

Based on the 5 program Modes, very tight range of frequencies all below 15 Hz.

I use the LISS machine to treat:

q       depression,

q       acute and chronic pain,

q       fibromyalgia,

q       stress,

q       insomnia,

q       spasticity

q       headache and

q       to increase attention, concentration, alertness and improve cognitive acuity

While other treatments, especially with medications, are used for therapy for the above conditions, I find that this system, is a one-time purchase, non-toxic, non-invasive alternative. Medications will usually not simultaneously elevate endorphins and melatonin while reducing pain and stress. Because of enhancement of DHEA it is an effective anti-aging device. On top of all that, it is very simple and easy to use.

The LISS Cranial Electrical Stimulator (CES) is a specialized form of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator) that is safe to use over the skull to treat the brain. I use it for a number of different situations. It is FDA approved and may require a prescription. Dr. Pawluk can provide these prescriptions.

The neurochemicals it has been found to change are:

q       increased

o         serotonin (to a level similar to SSRIs like, Prozac) – good for depression,

o         ACTH – brain anti-inflammatory action

o         Melatonin – facilitates sleep and circadian rhythms

o         Beta endorphins – the brain’s natural pain killers

o         Enkephalins – similar to endorphins in action

o         GABA – a major inhibitory brain neurotransmitter

o         DHEA – anti-aging and the downstream production of other hormones

q       decreased:

o         cortisol – reduces the damage from stress in the body 

It uses a 15,000-Hz carrier wave and modulated waveforms of 15 and 500 Hz, first of positive and then of negative polarity.  The design of the signal causes more of a capacitance build up and discharge of the electrical charge compared to other TENS and CES devices that are more electrically stimulating. Non capacitance type CES units tend to create a much stronger than necessary electrical charge (which can be over stimulating).

The energy content of the positive and negative signals are comparable. It is a 4.5-inches long, 2.66-inches wide, and 1.0-inches high black box with 2 electrode ports. It has 2 cables and 2 (2 inch) round electrodes that hold thin foam pads. Electrode conducting gels are not required. Water moistened round sponges are placed between the electrodes and the application site which are held in place by a Velcro band. The machine turns itself off automatically after the usual 20 mins of stimulation. It uses a 9 volt battery for its power, making it very portable.

During use, the electrodes are typically placed back of the temples just in front of the upper part of the ears. Individuals might or might not initially feel a tingling sensation.  Stimulation can be set just below the level at which it might generate a tingling sensation.  When turned on, and active wet contact is made, the "on" light shows how strong the contact is and how strong the signal is by activating a series of small lights on the end of the unit. The stronger the stimulus the more lights are on.

Typical treatment sessions are 20 minutes and may be done several times a day, although most people will need only 1 or 2 treatments per day.

8, 15, 24, 40 Hz

Round ring (about 10 inches in diameter), rectangular ring 6-12 inches, pad 8-16 inches.

AC, converted into the preset frequencies

10, 20 , 30, 40, 60, 120 minutes

This is a handy little system that is intended for local use, particularly for problems deeper in the body.  As with all local systems, it has systemic effects through reflex or generalizing mechanisms. The paddle gets very warm to hot. I would use a layer of cloth or towel on the skin to avoid a burn. The strength of this field is enormous and would go through the body easily.  At 9 inches away from the coil it is still producing about 8 gauss. The major advantages of this system are its field strength, the heat it produces and its partial portability. The primary disadvantage is the lack of frequency adjustment. The price is reasonable and it is very sturdy. The people who make and distribute it are very good to work with.  

4.7 Hz

Peak: 43,133 Gauss* (~43 kilo Gauss)

Other: 

  Energy Storage Capacitor: 600uF, 450 Volts DC

  Typical Energy Storage: 36.75 Joules (Watt*Seconds)

  Maximum Energy Storage: 42.18 Joules (Watt*Seconds)

  Typical Peak Charge Voltage: 350 Volts DC

  Maximum Peak Charge Voltage: 375 Volts DC

  Minimum Peak Current Discharge into Coil: 150 Amps RMS

  Main Coil Inductance: ~2.5mH (milli-henries)

  Minimum number of Pulse Discharges 30 Million (30,000,000)

1 paddle type applicator

Pulse Rise Time: <1.8 uS (microseconds)

Pulse Duration: ~2.5mS (milliseconds)

International AC-DC Wall Adaptor

Can run off a 12 volt battery separately or from a car cigarette lighter outlet

After about 20 minutes of pulsing the MPG5 will turn itself off

No formal studies on this system.