Magnetic wrist band and AF

[intheweeds]

Does anyone know if magnetic wrist bands (for pain relief, such as joints) affect the heart electrical signals.

I have PAF and so far in 5 months have had 2 'all nighters' with visits to A&E. I have taken off my magnetic band but have no way of knowing if it is harmful to my poor old AF heart anyway. I have been enjoying pain free joints because of it and would like to keep wearing it (even if its a placebo!)

Not on meds as yet. Thanks for reading!

[BobD Volunteer]

Mine never affected anything, even the pain.

[intheweeds in reply to BobD]

Thats interesting, so good that it didnt affect your heart, but bad that it didnt affect your pain...I did find mine helps pain but it may just be wishful thinking from me.

[Ppiman]

I recall reading that there's no evidence that magnetism will affect heart rhythm (or indeed anything else, as Bob says) but, if you feel a benefit, good for you and keep it on. My late friend swore by his copper bracelet for his rheumatism and lived till his mid 90s!

Steve

[intheweeds in reply to Ppiman]

Thats good to hear. It really makes a difference to my joints so will keep wearing it for now.Many thanks for replying

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[Rosemaryb1349]

I wouldn't like to chance one if you have a pacemaker.

[intheweeds]

Not got one . .yet but thanks

[needlestone]

I wore one and never noticed heart problems due to it. I thought it helped with pain when I was struggling with it.

[intheweeds]

Thanks. I really notice a difference in pain when i wear mine. Will keep wearing mine.