Humans are also electrical beings

1. Electricity is part of the body’s natural functioning.

Electrically charged particles—ions—are dissolved in the body's fluids. Important examples include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and chloride ions. Through its membrane, a cell regulates the concentration of specific ions both inside and outside the cell. This unequal distribution creates a membrane potential: a small electrical voltage between the interior and the exterior of the cell.

In nerve and muscle cells, this voltage can change rapidly. This is how an action potential is generated—an electrical event through which nerves transmit information and muscles receive the command to contract. The membrane potential is, therefore, not merely a peripheral curiosity, but one of the fundamental prerequisites for life.

The cell consumes energy to maintain this balance. The sodium-potassium pump transports ions across the membrane, deriving its energy from ATP—a molecule produced primarily in the mitochondria, the cell’s "power plants."

Membrane potential varies depending on the cell type and its activity. Therefore, a single value, in isolation, does not indicate whether a cell is healthy or diseased.

2. What does PEMF actually mean?

PEMF is a collective term for devices and methods that generate a pulsed electromagnetic field. This does not refer to a static magnetic field or the type of electrical shocks one might typically associate with the word "electricity," but rather to carefully designed pulses.

When a pulsed current flows through a coil, it generates a pulsed magnetic field around it. This field penetrates clothing and tissues without requiring electrical contact with the skin. According to Faraday's law, it can generate—or induce—a very small electric field within conductive tissue.

The magnetic field carries the pulses, and the tissue can respond to the electric field generated within it as a result.

3. Why frequency is not the only important factor

Frequency indicates how many times per second a signal repeats. One hertz (1 Hz) represents one cycle per second. However, signals with the same frequency—for example, 10 Hz—can differ significantly: they may be smooth, wave-like (sinusoidal), square-shaped, or composed of short, sharp pulses.

Therefore, when considering frequency therapy, it is useful to reflect on the following questions:

• Which frequency has been selected?
• What is the shape of the signal or pulse?
• How strong is the signal?
• What is the duration of an individual pulse, and what proportion of the time is the signal active (duty cycle)?
• How is it delivered—via electrodes or a magnetic applicator?
• How far is the applicator—the part of the device that emits the field—from the tissue?
• What is the duration and frequency of use?

This is also why research results obtained with one PEMF device cannot be automatically applied to every other device, even if it displays the same frequency. Frequency is important, but it is only one of the parameters.

4. Zapper‑Pro, F‑Gen, and Tor‑Gen

Zapper‑Pro with electrodes

The selected signal is delivered directly through contact with the body, using copper handles or a "dry" electrode set. This constitutes a form of contact-based electrical application.

Zapper‑Pro + Tor‑Gen

The Zapper‑Pro generates and configures the signal, while the connected Tor‑Gen functions as a magnetic applicator. This is a non-contact method, utilizing a pulsating magnetic torsion field.

F‑Gen

The F‑Gen enables the application of frequencies via a pulsating magnetic field. It operates independently using built-in frequencies—specifically 1.2 Hz, 7.83 Hz, and Solfeggio frequencies.

F-Gen transmits frequencies via a pulsating magnetic and scalar field, while Tor-Gen also generates a pulsating magnetic torsion field. Transmission occurs without direct skin contact, inducing a small electric field within the tissues.

5. How does the cell respond?

Research indicates that cells can respond in several ways: through changes in calcium flux across membrane channels, the activity of adenosine receptors and substances involved in inflammation, and cellular metabolism. Bone cells respond, and processes related to ATP production within the mitochondria are also enhanced.

This does not mean that a magnetic pulse "recharges a cell like a battery" or automatically repairs every defect. It does, however, mean that a living cell responds to an appropriately configured physical signal. The response depends on the type of tissue and its condition.

6. What does the research show?

Bones and fracture healing

Bone is not merely a rigid structural support for the body; it is living tissue that is constantly undergoing renewal. Minute electrical processes play a role in bone healing, which has led researchers to investigate for decades whether these processes can be supported using pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF).

The most extensive experience relates to fractures that heal slowly or fail to unite as expected. In such cases, medical practice sometimes employs specialized electrical or electromagnetic stimulators. Research suggests that PEMF can support healing and reduce pain, though outcomes vary depending on the specific fracture and the device used. Nevertheless, bone tissue remains one of the most thoroughly researched areas for the application of PEMF.

Pain and joint wear

Numerous studies have focused on individuals with knee joint wear. The use of PEMF often leads to reduced pain, improved mobility, and greater ease in performing daily movements.

It is best to view PEMF as a supportive measure that can be combined with appropriate physical activity, physiotherapy, and other forms of joint care.

Inflammation, soft tissues and wounds

Inflammation itself is not an enemy; it is part of the body’s natural defense and repair response. Problems arise when it becomes excessive, persists for too long, or hinders normal tissue repair.

Research indicates that PEMF can influence the processes by which the body regulates inflammation and tissue repair. Results have also been observed for some wounds, swelling and pain after procedures. It is important to distinguish inflammation caused by overuse from a bacterial infection or a more serious complication.

The nervous system

The nervous system acts as the body’s electrical network. Every movement, sensation, and message between the brain and the body is transmitted via electrical impulses.

Studies conducted on cells, animals, and humans demonstrate an impact on pain, nerve function, and the regeneration of damaged peripheral nerves. A specific area is transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), which employs significantly more powerful and precisely directed pulses. Despite the similar name, this is a different medical technology compared to standard PEMF applicators.

Important: In cases of a fresh fracture, an open or poorly healing wound, significant inflammation, suspected infection, or a neurological condition, it is advisable to consult a physician before using PEMF. PEMF can serve as a complementary support, but it is not a substitute for a medical diagnosis or necessary treatment.

7. Choosing a method of use

When making a choice, one method is not necessarily always better than another. They represent different paths for signal transmission:

• Handheld electrodes or a "dry" set are appropriate when direct electrical contact and application through specific areas of the body are desired.
• Straps and local electrodes allow for targeted, contact-based application on a specific area.
• The Tor‑Gen is convenient when holding electrodes is impractical, when a non-contact local application is desired, or when it is combined with other methods of frequency-based support.
• The F‑Gen is suitable when a simple, standalone magnetic application of its built-in frequencies is desired.

The use of various applicators is not intended to provide the body with "as much of everything as possible," but rather to select an appropriate transmission method based on the intended purpose. For sensitive individuals, it is advisable to start gradually and monitor the body's response.

8. Safety and Responsible Use

In research, low-energy PEMF devices are generally described as non-invasive; however, "non-invasive" does not mean "suitable for everyone under all circumstances." They must be used in accordance with the instructions provided for the specific product.

• Individuals with a pacemaker, defibrillator, neurostimulator, insulin pump, or other active electronic implant should not use the device without the express permission of their attending physician and the implant manufacturer.
• In cases of pregnancy, epilepsy, recent surgery, bleeding, or a serious acute illness, consultation with a healthcare professional is required before use.
• PEMF and frequency support do not replace medical examinations, diagnoses, antibiotics for bacterial infections, surgery, oncological treatment, or other necessary medical therapies.
• Unexplained pain, sudden weakness, difficulty breathing, high fever, neurological signs or rapid deterioration call for a medical assessment first.

9. Further details from the literature

How PEMF affects cells

The movement of ions—including hydrogen ions—generates very weak electric and magnetic fields. Beyond the transmission of information, this supports cellular metabolism and the coordinated functioning of tissues and organs.

The potential difference between the interior and exterior of a healthy cell is approximately −70 to −100 mV. This voltage enables the cell to perform metabolic functions and maintain the balance of sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, phosphates, glucose, and protein anions.

In the event of injury or disease, cells begin to lose functionality and energy. The supply of oxygen to the tissue and the production of ATP decrease, which in turn impairs the function of the sodium-potassium pump. Chronic pain and disease are associated with a drop in membrane potential to approximately −40 to −50 mV, while tumor cells are characterized by a value of around −15 mV.

Important: In physiology, membrane potential varies significantly between different cell types, and tumor cells do not possess a single, universal voltage. Therefore, these figures should not be used as a simple diagnostic test or as definitive proof of whether a cell is healthy or cancerous.

A magnetic pulse delivers an energetic stimulus to the tissue. A brief surge causes a rapid increase in the membrane potential, which subsequently returns toward its baseline level. Even small but widespread changes in membrane permeability and membrane potential trigger significant alterations in cellular functions.

The ultimate effect involves the gradual restoration of the membrane potential through the activation of the sodium-potassium ion pump. This is followed by a chain of chemical reactions involving ions, proteins, enzymes, other molecules, and cellular organelles—most notably mitochondria. Electrical and biochemical processes thus work together to balance the physiology of the cell.

The heart is the most electrically charged organ and therefore, so to speak, “cannot get cancer.” Primary cardiac tumours are known to be exceptionally rare.

The action of pulsed magnetic fields

General areas and objectives for the application of pulsed magnetic fields include:

• localized inflammation;
• vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels), and improved oxygenation of the blood;
• reduction of chronic pain;
• post-surgical pain and swelling;
• arthritis, joint pain, fibromyalgia, back pain, and ankylosing spondylitis;
• nerve pain;
• faster recovery of athletes following injuries;
• delayed fracture healing, bone regeneration, bone density, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis;
• regeneration of muscles, ligaments, skin, and other soft tissues;
• Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and the aftereffects of a stroke;
• migraine, insomnia, stress, anxiety, and phobias.

In long-term therapy, PEMF can assist with:

• glaucoma and retinopathy;
• headaches, as well as Horton’s disease (giant cell temporal arteritis);
• tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears);
• mastoiditis and middle ear infections (as an adjunct to antibiotic therapy);
• sinusitis, laryngitis, and pharyngitis;
• dental abscesses and granulomas (during the inflammatory phase only);
• osteoporosis of the jaw and periodontal disease;
• herpes simplex (cold sores) on the lips;
• inflammatory musculoskeletal issues of the neck;
• stenosis (narrowing) of the carotid artery;
• hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid);
• inflammation of the joint capsule and tendons, epicondylitis, and carpal tunnel syndrome;
• rhizarthrosis (osteoarthritis of the base of the thumb);
• nerve pain during and after herpes;
• hiatal hernia;
• gastralgia, or stomach pain;
• obstructive hepatobiliary syndromes and fatty liver;
• intercostal muscle tears and rheumatic pain;
• herniated intervertebral discs and sciatica;
• osteoarthritis of the hip and knee;
• venous disorders;
• diabetic foot;
• inflammation of the Achilles tendon;
• depressive syndromes;
• Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonism.

This is a list of reported uses, not a list of proven indications. Some of the listed conditions are serious and may require urgent or specialist medical treatment. Particularly in cases of carotid stenosis, thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, infections, eye diseases, hyperthyroidism, and neurological disorders, this list should not be taken as a guide for self-treatment.

Pain relief

In damaged tissue, ATP levels decrease, which in turn impairs the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Reduced efficiency of the sodium pump leads to the accumulation of metabolic waste and toxic substances, which is perceived as pain.

Pain reduction occurs primarily due to a decrease in inflammation and swelling, muscle relaxation, the effect of induced currents on nerve fibers, the production of endorphins, and increased activity of the enzyme lactate dehydrogenase in the affected muscles.

Tissue regeneration

The body utilizes its own electrical currents during the healing process. These are not merely a side effect of an injury; rather, they play a role in regulating the regeneration of bone, cartilage, nerve tissue, and other types of tissue.

Musculoskeletal issues

PEMF stimulation is beneficial for non-union fractures, failed fusion following surgical joint stabilization, congenital pseudoarthrosis, cartilage regeneration, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia.

Reasons for success:

• increased mineral deposition in the bone;
• angiogenesis, or the development of new blood vessels;
• collagen formation and the conversion of cartilage into bone (endochondral ossification);
• effects on the cell membrane, including alterations to calcium ion channels;
• effects mediated by cytokines, such as TGF-β and PGE2;
• increased cellular energy due to enhanced ATP production during repetitive pulsing.

Bone healing, electric currents, and piezoelectricity

In the past, electrodes inserted directly into the fracture site were used for the electromagnetic stimulation of bone healing. Later, pulsed magnetic fields—generated by coils placed around the limb—began to be used.

A pulsed magnetic field induces a small electric field within the tissue, on the order of a few microvolts per centimeter. Both components—the electric component and the magnetic field itself—are significant for achieving a physiological effect.

PEMF is primarily used for non-unions (fractures that have failed to heal), delayed union, and following an osteotomy (surgical cutting of a bone). Other applications include the stimulation of bone formation around dental implants, the growth and development of cartilage cells (chondrocytes), angiogenesis, the release of FGF-2 from the endothelium, and the synthesis of extracellular matrix proteins, such as aggrecan and type II collagen.

Mechanical loading of bone generates an electrical potential difference and small currents, a phenomenon traditionally explained by the piezoelectric effect. These electrical phenomena stimulate the development of progenitor cells into bone- and cartilage-forming cells (osteoblasts and chondroblasts) and contribute to the deposition of calcium crystals.

A magnetic field causes the movement of charged particles within the highly conductive extracellular fluid; the resulting small currents and potentials can act as signals for the formation of bone and cartilage.

According to some authors, vitamins D (particularly D3) and K may support the maintenance of bone and cartilage and accelerate the formation of new bone tissue during therapy of the affected area.

Bone remodeling processes respond primarily to the electrical component of PEMF. Since the induced electric field is very small in relation to the magnetic field that generates it, relatively high intensities might be required to achieve a rapid effect.

The nervous system, myelin and growth factors

Research conducted since the 1970s suggests the potential for regenerating nerves and their protective myelin sheaths using PEMF, which may be significant for recovery following spinal cord injuries. Literature identifies NGF (Nerve Growth Factor), IGF (Insulin-like Growth Factor), and FGF (Fibroblast Growth Factor) as important factors in nerve growth.

The activation of nervous tissue via pulsed waves increases the concentration of cAMP—a molecule that transmits signals within the cell. This molecule plays a role in regulating the transport of calcium across the cell membrane and in the sequence of cellular responses linked to the availability of glucose.

Favorable results are also observed in cases of injury to the median and ulnar nerves, the sciatic nerve, the peroneal nerve, other peripheral nerves, and the myelin sheath.

Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and very weak fields

Research involving patients with multiple sclerosis shows significant improvement in bladder control, cognitive abilities, fatigue, hand function, mobility, sensation, spasticity, and vision.

In Parkinson’s disease, PEMF can reduce impairment and improve compromised cognitive abilities.

The literature also covers the treatment of other central nervous system and spinal cord disorders, as well as psychiatric issues, including depression and mood disorders.

Important: results may vary from person to person.

Based on research, it can be concluded that these therapies may be beneficial for back problems, scoliosis, lower back pain, sciatica, nerve pain, cervical spine issues, herniated or injured intervertebral discs, and other conditions where the regeneration of nerve tissue is desired.

10. Informed Use

Chemical, electrical, and mechanical processes within the body are interconnected. Under certain conditions, external electrical or magnetic impulses can influence ion exchange, signal transmission, metabolism, and tissue regeneration. Therefore, when using this approach, it is important to select the appropriate signal, applicator, duration, and realistic goal, and to integrate frequency therapy into a holistic regimen of body care.