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Methods for using the Almag Plus (Almag-01) device depend on the specific case, stage and severity of the disease, as well as on the individual characteristics of the patient’s body.
The Almag PLUS device, according to the instructions, can be used in the complex treatment of a wide range of different diseases:
- pathologies and injuries of the musculoskeletal system;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory, nervous, cardiovascular, urinary and reproductive systems;
- skin problems (including non-healing postoperative wounds, trophic ulcers, rough keloid scars);
- secondary complications of some chronic diseases;
- pathologies of ENT organs.
The Almag-01 and Almag Plus programs are varied: for various diseases, individual exposure times, the duration of the treatment course, the frequency of procedures, and the location of the inductor coils are recommended.
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Purpose
The ALMAG+ device is intended for physiotherapeutic treatment and carrying out restorative and rehabilitation measures using a low-frequency, low-intensity traveling and stationary pulsed magnetic field in medical, medical and preventive institutions, as well as at home on the recommendation of a doctor.
The device consists of a control unit (current pulse generator) and an emitter, which consists of four interconnected inductor coils used to influence individual parts of the body.
Purpose of controls and displays
The following controls and indications are located on the control panel of the power supply and control unit (Fig. 5):
1 - power switch;
2 — buttons “” “” – setting the program number (in the direction of decreasing/increasing the number);
3 — “START/STOP” button – turn on/off the magnetic therapeutic effect;
4 - LED indicator, which, depending on the operating mode, displays either the program number, or the exposure time for the selected program, or a malfunction code;
5—indicator of magnetotherapeutic effects.
On the pulse generating devices of the emitters there are indicators (Fig. 6, item 1), which signal the presence of a magnetic field.
Indications for use
- Arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondropathy, heel spur
- Dorsopathy (osteochondrosis of the spine, herniated disc, scoliosis)
- Osteoporosis
- Hypertension 1st, 2nd degree
- Dystonia (vegetative-vascular dystonia)
- Complications of diabetes mellitus type I and II
- Atherosclerosis
- Diseases of the veins and lymphatic vessels (including varicose veins and its complications, lymphostasis)
- Bronchial asthma
- Bronchitis
- Lesions of individual nerve roots and plexuses of the upper and lower extremities, including after injuries, stroke
- Injuries (fractures)
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General principles of treatment with the device
The treatment methods use the following treatment zones:
- direct effect on the skin (erysipelas, fistulas, trophic ulcers);
- projection of internal organs or joints;
- segmental zones of the spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbosacral, coccygeal);
- projection of endocrine glands;
- central influence (head).
The choice of magnetic field frequency is determined by the purpose of the influence.
The frequency of 2-5-8-10 Hz is more often used in the treatment of diseases of internal organs, the endocrine system, stimulation of the smooth muscles of internal organs and the vascular wall, the genitourinary system, stimulation of wound healing processes or trophic ulcers of the skin and mucous membranes.
The frequency of peristalsis approximately coincides with the frequencies of the magnetic field generated by the device.
A frequency of about 50 Hz is more often used to influence the projection of biologically active points, skeletal muscles, or to actively influence the functional state of the body as a whole.
To provide anti-inflammatory, analgesic, trophic effects (microcirculatory effect), a frequency of 100 Hz is recommended.
The intensity of exposure to the magnetic field (“power”) is determined by the phase of the disease. In the acute phase and with severe pain, a low intensity of exposure is preferable - 2-4 mT. During the course of treatment, the disease subsides and the pain syndrome decreases, the intensity of the effect increases every 1-2 procedures (this is noted in the methods). In chronic processes, injuries of the musculoskeletal system, for the purpose of resorption of hematomas, to stimulate skin repair processes, the intensity of exposure from the first procedures can reach 15-20 or more mT.
When stimulating the immune system, the intensity of the effect does not exceed 2 mT.
For a stationary, pulsating MF, the maximum induction value is only 6 mT, but the total “power” of the impact will be higher than with a running MF at the same induction value, because all inductors in the first case simultaneously form a magnetic field during the entire procedure.
The duration of exposure is based on the same principles as the other parameters: in case of acute inflammation and severe pain, the duration of exposure is 10-15 minutes, when the severity of the process subsides - 20-30 minutes.
Before the first procedure and an hour after it, all patients are recommended to measure blood pressure and count their pulse. This will be an indirect indicator of how sensitive the patient is to the effects of the magnetic field.
Basic concepts used in the text
| Impact program (program) | — magnetotherapeutic effects with certain parameters and characteristics of the magnetic field |
| Exposure procedure (procedure) | — execution of the program, the number of which is indicated in the method, with a given location of the emitters on the patient’s body |
| Magnetotherapeutic session (session) | — a set of magnetotherapeutic procedures performed in one session |
| A course of treatment | — a set of magnetotherapy sessions performed over a certain number of days |
Contraindications
- Acute purulent-inflammatory diseases
- Aortic aneurysm
- Pregnancy
- Systemic blood diseases
- Malignant neoplasms
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Alcohol intoxication
- Atrial fibrillation
- Presence of an implantable pacemaker in the affected area
The presence of metal inclusions inside bone tissue is not a contraindication to the use of the device in therapeutic doses.
The presence of metal crowns in the oral cavity is not a contraindication to the use of the device in therapeutic doses.
How to operate the device
Before starting treatment with the ALMAG+ device, consult your doctor. Carefully read the list of indications and contraindications for use.
Place the device in a place convenient for use. Do not put tension on the power cord or emitter cable. Use only a working outlet.
The device controls are located on the top of the control unit housing.
Indication
When the device is connected to the network, the indicator of the “Start/Stop” button, marked “►/■”, begins to blink, signaling that the device is turned on and is in standby mode. When you briefly press any button, the device goes into normal operation. In this case, the indicator of the “Start/Stop” button stops blinking, and the indicators of modes 1-2-3 turn on and off sequentially, after which the indicator of the last previously set mode number (1, 2 or 3) lights up and a sound signal corresponding to this mode is generated. The device is ready for use.
Modes of exposure
The required exposure mode is set using the “Mode Selection” button switch in accordance with Table 1.
The mode is selected by successively pressing the “Mode Selection” button (Mode 1 – Mode 2 – Mode 3 – Mode 1) with the formation of sound signals, the number of which corresponds to the mode number. Indication of the set exposure mode is provided by the corresponding LED indicator.
The duration of exposure for all modes is set automatically and is equal to 20 minutes.
Starting and stopping the effect is carried out using the “Start/Stop” button and is accompanied by a sound signal and a continuous light of the “Start/Stop” button indicator.
Additionally, the performance of the device can be checked using a magnetic field indicator, one by one applying it to the inductor coils on the side of the “N” sign when the exposure mode is turned on. The presence of a pulsed magnetic field will be indicated by the glow of a light bulb in the center of the indicator.
During the exposure process, the device generates a sound signal every 5 minutes.
To form the duration of exposure recommended by treatment methods (less than 20 minutes), it is necessary to forcefully stop the exposure by pressing the “Start/Stop” button again.
At the end (or forced termination) of the effect, the indicator of the “Start/Stop” button goes out and a sound signal is generated. 5 minutes after the end of exposure, the device goes into standby mode. At the same time, the mode number indicator goes out and the Start/Stop button indicator starts flashing.
The device provides operation in intermittent mode for 8 hours: exposure time is 20 minutes for all modes, 10 minutes for a break.
Notes
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- The mode is set only in the absence of influence;
- After finishing working with the device, you must disconnect the device from the power supply.
The effectiveness of magnetotherapy procedures depends on:
- strict adherence to recommendations on the procedure for using the device;
- individual magnetic sensitivity of the patient;
- stage and characteristics of the disease for which treatment is being carried out.
How to apply ALMAG+ correctly
When using the device for its intended purpose, pay attention to the correct placement of the emitter on the body: all methods involve exposure to the north magnetic pole of inductor coils (marked with the “N” sign on the coil bodies). During the procedure, the device is applied directly to the affected organ and surrounding tissues, to the area of its projection or reflex zones with the north side (“N”) facing the body.
Carrying out procedures
Treatment is carried out by influencing the lesion, surrounding tissues and reflex zones, placing the inductor coils of the device directly on the skin. Due to the high penetrating ability of the device’s magnetic field, treatment can also be carried out through clothing, a dry or wet gauze bandage, or a plaster cast up to 1 cm thick.
When using the device for its intended purpose, pay attention to the correct placement of the emitter in accordance with the recommendations specified in the treatment method (direction of the traveling pulsed magnetic field and exposure to the north magnetic pole). All methods involve exposure to the north pole of inductor coils, marked with the sign “N” on the coil bodies, that is, the side of the inductor coil with the letter “N” is applied to the body.
The direction of movement of the traveling pulsed magnetic field from the first inductor coil to the fourth when configured as a “ruler”:
The first coil is considered to be the one to which the cable from the control unit fits. When the emitter is configured as a matrix, the order of switching on the inductor coils and the direction of the traveling pulsed magnetic field are similar.
When using four inductor coils in the form of a “flexible ruler”, it is necessary to use a mount for the ruler (hereinafter referred to as the mount). It fixes the coils and does not allow them to move relative to each other.
Following the following sequence of actions, place the emitter coils in the mount in the form of a “ruler”:
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Unzip the fastening and unfasten the Velcro located inside the fastening.
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Take the third and fourth inductor coils of the device and secure them in the Velcro mount at the junction of coils No. 3 and No. 4.
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Place the remaining first and second inductor coils and secure them with Velcro.
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Fasten the fastener.
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Four emitter coils are arranged in the form of a “flexible ruler”.
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To fix the “flexible ruler” on the limbs of the body, use the straps included in the delivery package of the device. Place the straps over the fastening zipper and secure the straps with Velcro.
With the recommended configuration of inductor-emitters in the form of a 2x2 matrix, it is necessary to use the following arrangement of emitters (no mounting for the ruler is required) - pairs of inductors are applied directly to the treatment areas according to treatment methods.
Cost and analogues
Today, the industry produces many portable devices for magnetic therapy costing from 4 to 20 thousand rubles; ALMAG-01 occupies a middle position in this range in terms of cost. Its price varies from 7800 to 9000 rubles. When choosing a cheaper device, you should beware of counterfeits; it is better to purchase it in a pharmacy chain or on the manufacturer’s website, where the price is about 8,500 rubles.
The Vitafon device has been popular among the population for almost 2 decades. It operates due to acoustic (sound) vibration, which performs micromassage of tissues. Therefore, when you are faced with a choice: ALMAG or Vitafon, it is better to consult a doctor, these are devices with different mechanisms of action. The same applies to the Denas device, which has been popular in recent years, which has a completely different mechanism of action - electrical stimulation of reflexogenic zones of the skin, similar to acupuncture.
Analogues of the device are devices for magnetic therapy: MAG, AMNP, Polyus, MST-Master, Magofon, Mavit, ALMAG-02, 03 and others, each of them has its own purpose. For the treatment of injuries and their consequences, the best option is ALMAG-01.
Features of the method of using the device in different age categories of patients
Use of the device in patients over 15 years of age
In the case of using the Almag Plus device in a medical institution, in the first three to five days of treatment, the effect is carried out in mode No. 3, then - in mode No. 1.
The procedure time is from 10 to 20 minutes, the course duration is 7-12 days in accordance with the doctor’s prescription.
In the case of home use of the Almag procedure during the course of treatment, it is recommended to release it at regular intervals, once or twice a day. When carrying out the first course of treatment, the first three days of the procedure are released with a duration of 10 minutes, on the 3rd and 4th day of treatment the procedure time is reduced to 7 minutes for 2 days, and then the procedure time increases and is brought to 15-20 minutes.
After the first 6 days of treatment, a break of 1 day is taken, then treatment is carried out for another 6 days and a break of 1 day is taken again, after which treatment is carried out for another 6 days.
Procedures are carried out once or twice a day in compliance with dosages.
The interval between procedures is at least 8 hours.
In persons suffering from hypertension, blood pressure should be monitored in the first 6 days of treatment before the procedure and 20-30 minutes after it. This is necessary to assess magnetic sensitivity and quality of treatment.
If blood pressure increases or decreases after the procedure in the first 6 days using regimen No. 3 by no more than 10-25 mmHg. When carrying out the next procedure, it is necessary to reduce the exposure time by 1/3.
If blood pressure increases or decreases after the procedure in the first 6 days using regimen No. 1 by no more than 10-25 mm Hg. When carrying out treatment over the next 3 days, regimen No. 2 is used. After which treatment with regimen No. 1 is resumed.
In case of an increase or decrease in blood pressure after the procedure by more than 25 mm Hg. Before carrying out the next procedure, you must consult a physiotherapist or attending physician to adjust the treatment method. To assess the dynamics of blood pressure, you should keep a diary, indicating in it the numbers obtained during the measurement.
If it is necessary to treat several diseases with the device: after a course of treatment for one disease, a break in treatment is taken for 10-15 days and treatment of another disease is carried out. if it is necessary to treat only one disease, then the break between courses of treatment is 1.5-2 months. Reducing the interval between courses of treatment is possible only on the recommendation of a physiotherapist.
Use of the device in patients under 15 years of age
When using the device in pediatric practice, the following age-specific dosages should be observed:
special instructions
If the patient suffers from arterial hypertension, you need to measure your blood pressure half an hour before and after the procedure. If your blood pressure increases or other undesirable effects occur, you should consult a doctor, who will decide on the possibility of further using the device for cervical osteochondrosis. A “day after day” scheme with a minimum ten-minute duration can be selected.
A repeat course can be carried out after a month or a month and a half. Maintenance therapy is prescribed three to four months after the end of the secondary cycle.
Combined use of the device and medications for external use
The combined use of magnetic therapy and topical medications for external use is called magnetophoresis (A17.30.040 magnetophoresis). The use of this technique for diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system significantly increases the effectiveness of the therapy .
For athropathies, magnetophoresis is carried out in the first week of treatment with the device in combination with local forms of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ointments, gels, creams), then in combination with local forms of chondroprotectors.
When treating varicose veins, it is possible to combine the use of magnetotherapeutic procedures from the device and local forms of anticoagulants .
The magnetophoresis procedure is carried out as follows:
- The drug for external use is applied to the affected area in accordance with the instructions for use of the drug.
- In order not to contaminate the device, the area on which the drug is applied is covered with cellophane film.
- The inductors of the device are applied over the affected area covered with cellophane film in accordance with the recommendations of the section “Methods for applying inductors for various diseases” of this instruction manual.
- The magnetotherapy procedure is carried out in compliance with the regime and duration indicated in Tables 2-6.
Reviews
Patients generally leave positive reviews about the use of the device for osteochondrosis of the cervical spine and other segments of the spine. Most people note that they use the device in combination with other methods and means of treatment, and not as independent therapy.
Alla: Although the device is not cheap, I decided to buy it because of positive reviews and recommendations from friends. I am constantly tormented by neck pain; due to osteochondrosis, dizziness often occurs. I have been using Almag 01 for two weeks now, there is definitely a positive effect!
Irina: I heard about Almaga more than once, and finally decided to buy it. My neurologist said that the device helps well, but after a heart attack it cannot be used. So I don't know if the device helps or not. You should have consulted a doctor first before purchasing. Cervical osteochondrosis, in turn, has flared up, and I can only escape the pain with analgesics.
Ivan: A neurologist recommended that I buy Almag; he claimed that it would not interfere with treatment at all. And I read good reviews. The first week there was no particular effect, but then the device began to help. The back pain decreased and then completely disappeared, and it became much easier to move. I will continue to use it to treat osteochondrosis.
Methods for applying inductors for various diseases
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system
Arthropathy (arthritis, arthrosis) of non-infectious etiology
In the case of arthritis of one joint, a line of four inducers is applied in a spiral pattern around the joint, engaging the surrounding tissue. In case of damage to two joints, one pair of inductors is placed on one affected joint, the second pair on the second.
An example of treatment for knee arthritis - Fig. 1
An example of treatment for hip arthritis - Fig. 2.
Osteochondropathies, heel spurs
For osteochondropathy and heel spurs, the procedure is performed using the transverse method, placing pairs of inductors on both sides of the pathological focus.
An example of heel spur treatment - Fig. 3.
Osteochondrosis of the spine, including herniated disc, scoliosis
Pairs of inductors are placed parallel along the spine on the long back muscles so that the problematic vertebrae are located between the inductors.
If there are changes in the vertebrae over a large area, the effect is carried out with a line of four inductors directly on the affected areas of the spine.
An example of treatment for lumbar osteochondrosis - Fig. 4.
In the case of osteochondrosis (intervertebral hernia), complicated by radicular syndrome, the impact is first carried out on the problem area of the spine, after which the line of emitters must be installed along the affected nerve and the impact is carried out on the second area.
An example of treatment of lumbar osteochondrosis with radicular syndrome - Fig. 5.
Osteoporosis
A line of four inductors is applied along the bone on which the pain syndrome is expressed.
The time of one procedure should correspond to age dosages.
An example of osteoporosis treatment - Fig. 6.
Diseases of the cardiovascular system
Dystonia and hypertension stages 1 and 2 (essential hypertension)
For dystonia and hypertension stages 1 and 2, a line of four inductors is placed on the collar area.
The exposure time should correspond to age-specific dosages.
An example of the treatment of hypertension and dystonia - Fig. 7.
Complications of diabetes
In the treatment of diabetic polyneuro- and angiopathy, first a line of four inductor coils is placed along the front surface of the lower leg and below, to the back of the foot. After the end of the impact, a line of four inductor coils is transferred to the anterior-inner surface of the thigh and the impact is carried out. If both legs are affected, the procedure is performed on one leg during one day, and on the other the next day.
An example of diabetes treatment - Fig. 8.
Vascular diseases
Atherosclerosis of leg vessels (obliterating endarteritis)
In case of atherosclerotic occlusion of the arteries of the lower extremities, a line of four inductor coils is placed along the anterior surface of the leg along the course of the vessels (from top to bottom) and nerves - from the occlusion zone and below. The first inductor is located proximally (closer to the body).
In case of damage to both limbs, procedures are given to both limbs once a day. If one leg is affected, then at home the procedure is performed twice a day.
An example of treatment of atherosclerosis of leg vessels - Fig. 9.
Diseases of the veins (chronic venous insufficiency, including with ulcers and inflammation) and lymphatic vessels
For diseases of the veins (varicose veins of the lower extremities with ulcers and inflammation, chronic venous insufficiency) and lymphatic vessels (lymphostasis), a line of four inductor coils is placed along the back surface of the lower leg and above. The first inductor is located distally (closer to the ankle joint), the fourth - in the area of the popliteal fossa.
In case of damage to both limbs, procedures are given to both limbs once a day. If one leg is affected, then at home the procedure is performed twice a day with an interval of at least 6 hours.
An example of the treatment of varicose veins - Fig. 10.
Lung diseases
Bronchial asthma
First, both pairs of inductors are placed in two fields - parallel to the spine in the interscapular region. After exposure to the interscapular region in accordance with the age-specific dosage, both pairs of inductors are fastened into a ruler and it is installed along the lower edge of the costal arch to effect the lower parts of the lungs and adrenal glands. The exposure time for adults in this area is 10 minutes; in children - in accordance with age-specific dosages. Treatments are given once a day.
An example of the treatment of bronchial asthma - Fig. eleven.
Bronchitis
Both pairs of inductors are placed in two fields - parallel to the spine in the interscapular region.
An example of bronchitis treatment - Fig. 12.
Neurological diseases
Lesions of individual nerve roots and plexuses of the upper and lower extremities, including after injuries, stroke
In case of lesions of individual nerve roots and plexuses of the upper and lower extremities (neuritis, cerebral palsy and associated paresis, hypertonicity), inductors are applied to the affected nerve plexus and along the course of the affected nerve in accordance with the age-specific dosage. The choice of the number of exposure inducers depends on the length of the affected nerve root.
An example of treatment of sciatic nerve neuritis - Fig. 13.
In cases of damage to the nerve roots after a stroke - once a day: first, exposure to a line of four inductors is carried out on the collar area, after which the inductors are installed on the projection of the affected nerve roots and plexuses and the next exposure is carried out in accordance with the age dosage.
An example of treatment of the consequences of a stroke - Fig. 14.
Injuries (fractures)
Inductor coils are placed along the projection of the lesion. It is allowed to carry out the impact through gauze or plaster bandages. The number of inductors is determined by the area of the injury area.
An example of treatment for a fractured leg bone – Fig. 15.
An example of treatment for a fracture of the forearm bones - Fig. 16.
TYPES OF PULSE MAGNETIC FIELDS
The device generates two types of pulsed magnetic fields - “running” and “stationary”.
Traveling magnetic field
Main emitter
In the main emitter, the “traveling” magnetic field has three types of sweeps:
1) “running horizontal” (Fig. 16, Fig. 17) – simultaneous excitation of all inductors in one line, followed by unidirectional excitation of all inductors of the adjacent line according to a cyclic law; the cycle for this type of sweep is four “steps” of excitation of the inductor lines (according to the number of lines in the emitter).
Rice. 16. Running horizontal, the polarity of the magnetic field on the side facing you is north (polarity marking - N): a) the direction of the magnetic field from top to bottom, b) the direction of the magnetic field from bottom to top.
Rice. 17. Running horizontal, the polarity of the magnetic field on the side facing you is south (polarity marking is S): a) the direction of the magnetic field is from top to bottom, b) the direction of the magnetic field is from bottom to top. ALMAG-02
2) “running vertical” (Fig. 18, Fig. 19) – simultaneous excitation of inductors of the same name in all lines with subsequent unidirectional excitation of neighboring inductors according to a cyclic law, the cycle for this type of sweep is four “steps” of excitation of neighboring inductors (according to the number of inductors in the line);
Rice. 18. Running vertical, the polarity of the magnetic field on the side facing you is north, the polarity marking on the emitter rulers is (N): a) the direction of the magnetic field from right to left, b) the direction of the magnetic field from left to right.
Rice. 19. Running vertical, the polarity of the magnetic field from the side facing you is south (polarity marking is S): a) the direction of the magnetic field is from right to left, b) the direction of the magnetic field is from left to right.
3) “running diagonal” (Fig. 20) – sequential excitation of inductors located diagonally followed by unidirectional excitation of neighboring inductors according to a cyclic law; the cycle for this type of sweep is seven “steps” of inductor excitation (according to the number of possible combinations of inductor excitation. ALMAG-02
Rice. 20. Running diagonal, polarity of the magnetic field on the side facing you, a) – north (polarity marking – N), b) – south (polarity marking – S).
Flexible radiating ruler
In a radiating flexible line (LIG), the “traveling” field (Fig. 21) is the excitation of inductors according to a cyclic law in one direction; the cycle for a line consists of six “steps” of excitation of neighboring inductors (according to the number of inductors in the line);
Rice. 21. Flexible emitting ruler. The polarity of the magnetic field on the side facing you is north (polarity marking is N): a) the direction of the traveling field is from right to left; b) direction of the running field from left to right.
Note: The pulsed magnetic field in the device's emitters moves only in one direction and, in order to change the direction of the field movement in space, it is necessary to change the location of the emitter, for example, as shown in Figures 16-19.
Fixed magnetic field
For each type of emitter, the “Fixed Field” represents the simultaneous excitation of all inductors of the emitters (Fig. 22).