Key result
Permanent strong magnetic fields applied along the main arteries of the human body for 24 hours did not significantly alter systolic blood pressure compared to placebo (124.6 vs 129.6 mm Hg, p=0.25).
Why the study?
Reports suggested applied magnetic fields may lower blood viscosity and decrease blood pressure, but evidence from permanent powerful magnetic field application remained to be established.
Do permanent oriented magnetic fields applied along main arteries reduce blood pressure in adults?
RCT (n=70)
Double-blind
Random number generation
No
Do permanent oriented magnetic fields applied along main arteries reduce blood pressure in adults?
The application of permanent oriented magnetic fields along main arteries does not significantly alter human blood pressure, challenging previous small studies that suggested a hypotensive effect.
May support investigation of strong magnets for blood viscosity; leaves open any clinical role in hypertension.
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Vogel et al. (2022) conducted an RCT in Blood Pressure (n=70). Permanent oriented magnetic fields (FeNbB magnets) vs. Placebo device was evaluated on Systolic blood pressure (SP) after 24 hours (p=0.25). Permanent strong magnetic fields applied along the main arteries of the human body for 24 hours did not significantly alter systolic blood pressure compared to placebo (124.6 vs 129.6 mm Hg, p=0.25).
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