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Facing a hip or joint replacement can be an emotional rollercoaster. The physical pain is one thing—but the mental and emotional side can hit just as hard. You may find yourself spiraling into “what ifs,” fear, and even sadness about what’s to come. That’s completely normal—and it doesn’t mean you’re weak.

Acknowledge Your Feelings

The first step is simple but powerful: allow yourself to feel. Anxiety, sadness, fear, and even anger are natural reactions to the uncertainty of surgery. Suppressing them often makes them louder.

Try journaling:

  • Write down your fears: “What if the pain doesn’t go away?”
  • Write down your hopes: “I want to walk my dog pain-free again.”
  • Write down what you can control: prepping your home, learning exercises, planning your recovery support.

“Naming your emotions gives them less power and helps you take the next step forward.”

Focus on Small Wins

Instead of letting your mind spiral to the endgame—surgery and recovery—focus on what you can do today:

  • Take a short walk or stretch in a way that feels safe
  • Prep your home for recovery (grab bars, pillows, a reachable water bottle)
  • Connect with a friend or peer who has been through this

Even tiny actions remind your brain that you’re taking control, not just being swept along by fear.

Build a Pre-Surgery Support Team

You don’t have to carry this alone. Lean on your community:

  • Friends & Family: Let them know exactly how they can help—rides, meals, check-ins.
  • Hipster Club Members: Connect with someone who’s been through surgery and can share what to expect.
  • Sponsor/Mentor: Ask questions about what the first week was like, and let them reassure you.

“Support isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline for your mental and emotional well-being.”

Practice Mindfulness & Stress Relief

Before surgery, stress reduction isn’t optional—it’s essential. Consider:

  • Breathing exercises: 5–10 minutes of slow, deep breathing to calm the nervous system
  • Meditation or visualization: Imagine yourself walking pain-free, or visualize your recovery process step by step
  • Gentle movement: Safe stretching, swimming, or yoga (approved by your doctor) to release tension
  • Journaling: Write letters to yourself about your fears and hopes

“Mind and body are connected. When one is calm, the other heals faster.”

Reframe the “What Ifs”

Your brain loves to play out worst-case scenarios—but you can challenge it:

  • “What if it hurts?” → “Pain is temporary; I have a plan to manage it.”
  • “What if recovery is slow?” → “Every step counts. I will ask for help and celebrate small victories.”
  • “What if I lose independence?” → “I’m preparing, and I will regain my mobility and strength.”

This isn’t about ignoring fear—it’s about giving it structure and a path forward.

Connect to Purpose

Sometimes the darkest thoughts before surgery hide a bigger truth: you want your life back. Whether it’s walking the dog, dancing, swimming, or playing with grandchildren, anchor yourself in that “why.”

“Your goal isn’t just surgery—it’s reclaiming your life, one step at a time.”

Action Steps Before Surgery

  1. Write down your fears and hopes.
  2. Identify 3 people to lean on—friends, family, or a mentor.
  3. Prep your environment—make your home recovery-friendly.
  4. Schedule calming practices daily—breathing, meditation, gentle movement.
  5. Join a support community—ask questions, share concerns, and learn from others’ experiences.

Pre-Surgery Emotional Recovery Guide: Navigating the Days Before Your Joint Replacement

Facing a hip or joint replacement is a major life event. Beyond the physical preparations, your mind and emotions are going through a whirlwind: fear, doubt, anxiety, and sometimes even sadness. This guide is designed to help you navigate the emotional side of surgery, build confidence, and create a support system to carry you through recovery.

Step 1: Name Your Emotions

Before you can manage your feelings, you need to acknowledge them.

Exercise: Daily journaling prompt

  • Write down everything you’re feeling—fear, sadness, anger, confusion, even guilt or frustration.
  • Don’t censor yourself. No judgment. This is your space.
  • Next to each feeling, write one small action you can take to respond:

Example:

  • Fear: “I’m afraid of pain after surgery.” → Action: Research pain management strategies and talk to my PT.
  • Anxiety: “I worry I won’t walk normally again.” → Action: Schedule pre-op exercises and read patient stories.

“Naming emotions gives you control over them instead of letting them control you.”

Step 2: Build Your Support Network

You don’t have to face surgery alone. Start connecting now.

Your Support Team:

  1. Sponsor / Mentor: Someone who has been through joint replacement. Ask for tips, reassurance, and real-world advice.
  2. Friends & Family: Identify 2–3 people who can help with meals, errands, or companionship during recovery.
  3. Healthcare Team: Surgeon, physical therapist, health coach—treat them as partners in your recovery.

Tip: Schedule a quick check-in with each person this week. Share what you need, and ask for guidance or support.

Step 3: Daily Mindfulness & Stress Relief

Stress before surgery is normal—but managing it helps both your mind and body.

Daily Practices:

  • 5–10 minutes deep breathing: Inhale for 4, hold 2, exhale for 6. Repeat.
  • Visualization: Picture your recovery—walking confidently, climbing stairs, returning to favorite activities.
  • Gentle movement: Walking, stretching, or swimming (approved by your doctor).
  • Journaling: Write about fears, hopes, and small victories.

“Mind and body are connected. When one is calm, the other heals faster.”

Step 4: Reframe Your ‘What Ifs’

Your brain loves worst-case scenarios. Challenge them with “what is” instead of “what if.”

Examples:

  • “What if recovery is slow?” → “Recovery takes time. I will take it step by step.”
  • “What if I lose independence?” → “I am preparing now and will regain my strength and mobility.”
  • “What if pain is unbearable?” → “I have a plan and support for managing pain safely.”

Exercise: List your top 5 fears, and write one positive, actionable counter-thought next to each.

Step 5: Prepare Your Home & Recovery Space

Practical preparation reduces anxiety:

  • Clear walkways and remove trip hazards
  • Place essentials (water, snacks, medications) within reach
  • Set up recovery station: comfortable chair, blankets, phone charger, reading materials
  • Consider mobility aids: walker, cane, raised toilet seat

“The more ready your environment, the calmer your mind can be.”

Step 6: Connect with a Community

Supportive peers can provide reassurance, tips, and encouragement:

  • Hipster Club or online forums: Ask questions, read recovery stories, and share your feelings.
  • Local support groups: Some hospitals host pre-op or chronic pain sessions.
  • Social media: Join small, private groups with like-minded people.

Tip: Don’t be afraid to ask the “small” or “silly” questions—chances are, someone else has wondered the same thing.

Step 7: Daily Reflection & Small Wins

Tracking progress and reflecting on small accomplishments builds confidence:

Example Tracker:

DateEmotion / ConcernAction TakenSmall Win / Positive Note
11/30AnxietyBreathing exercisesFelt calmer after 10 mins
12/1FearTalked with mentorLearned tips to prep for hospital
12/2OverwhelmCleared recovery areaFelt more in control

Tip: Celebrate any forward movement, no matter how small.

Step 8: Lean on Humor & Perspective

Surgery prep can feel heavy. A little humor goes a long way:

  • Laugh at your “bionic body” fantasies
  • Share funny stories about pre-surgery anxieties with friends
  • Watch a lighthearted show or movie to distract your mind

“Healing starts in the mind. Humor is medicine for the soul.”

Step 9: Plan Your Post-Surgery Support

Knowing what to expect after surgery reduces pre-op anxiety:

  • Daily routine: Meals, exercises, rest periods, medication schedule
  • Check-ins: Plan calls with sponsor, friends, or family
  • Milestones: Walking without pain, climbing stairs, resuming hobbies

Tip: Make a simple “recovery calendar” and include who will help and when.

Step 10: PEMF Therapy for Pre- & Post-Op Support

Many Hipster Club members find PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy useful both before and after surgery:

  • Supports cellular healing
  • Reduces inflammation and pain
  • Enhances energy and recovery
  • Complements physical therapy and lifestyle strategies

Tip: Discuss PEMF with your healthcare provider and consider incorporating it into your pre- and post-surgery plan for a holistic approach.

Your Pre-Surgery Checklist

✅ Name your emotions and journal daily
✅ Build a support network (sponsor, friends, family, healthcare team)
✅ Schedule mindfulness and stress relief practices
✅ Reframe “what if” thoughts
✅ Prep your home and recovery space
✅ Join a supportive community
✅ Track daily wins and milestones
✅ Use humor and perspective to lighten heavy moments
✅ Plan post-surgery support and routines
✅ Explore PEMF therapy as part of holistic recovery

Final Words

The days leading up to surgery can feel heavy—but they are also a chance to prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically. Building your community, leaning on your support system, and creating practical routines will give you confidence and calm as you take this important step toward reclaiming your life.

“You are not alone, you are not helpless, and you are stronger than you know. With the right support, preparation, and mindset, you can face surgery—and recovery—with courage and hope.”

Feeling anxious or sad before surgery is not a weakness—it’s a natural response to a major life event. By acknowledging your emotions, leaning on your community, and practicing small daily steps to manage stress, you can face surgery with more confidence, clarity, and courage.

“You’re stronger than you think, and you don’t have to walk this path alone. Reach out, prepare, breathe—and remember, your future self will thank you.”

Hip Hip HOORAY

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Your Hip Happy Hour Guide: Celebrate Your Hip Journey Anywhere!

A Hip Happy Hour is your personal celebration—before surgery to honor your courage, or after surgery to mark your healing milestones. Think of it as a moment to pause, reflect, and reward yourself for navigating one of life’s toughest journeys: hip recovery.

Whether you’re pre-op, post-op, or somewhere in between, here’s how to create your own Hip Happy Hour anywhere in the world.

1. Choose Your Setting

Your Hip Happy Hour can happen anywhere:

At home with a cozy corner, your favorite music, and some snacks

In a park with a walking buddy or support group

At a local café or wellness center for a mini celebration

Virtually, with friends, family, or fellow hip replacement warriors

The key is to make it comfortable, safe, and celebratory.

2. Invite Your HIP Crew

Recovery is better with support! Bring along:

A HIP buddy who is going through or has gone through surgery

Friends or family who uplift you

Members of online hip replacement communities

Even your physical therapist or healthcare provider for advice and encouragement

Shared experiences make recovery less lonely and more motivating.

3. Set Your Intentions

Take a few moments to reflect:

Celebrate small victories—walking a few steps, standing longer, or reducing pain

Set healing goals—like adding light exercises, improving flexibility, or journaling emotions

Acknowledge the emotional journey—it’s okay to feel nervous, frustrated, or even excited

4. Make It Fun

Play uplifting music or create a playlist of songs that inspire movement and positivity

Prepare a special beverage or snack—something you love that feels like a treat

Incorporate a ritual: light a candle, write a gratitude note, or toast to your future mobility

5. Support Your Body

While celebrating, remember your body needs care:

Keep up with rehabilitation exercises and gentle movement

Nourish yourself with anti-inflammatory foods and hydration

Incorporate wellness tools like PEMF therapy to support healing at a cellular level

6. Celebrate Your Emotions

Healing is not just physical—it’s emotional. Use your Hip Happy Hour to:

Release fear, frustration, or stress through journaling or meditation

Share your story with your support group

Laugh, cry, and honor the journey—you’ve earned it!

7. Keep the Momentum Going

Hip Happy Hour is not a one-time event—it’s a mindset.

Celebrate milestones: your first walk without a cane, returning to a favorite activity, or reaching a therapy goal

Keep inviting your HIP crew to check in, share tips, and cheer you on

Remember: one size does not fit all—listen to your body, ask questions, and seek support whenever you need it

Your HIP Cheerleader is Here

If you ever feel uncertain, overwhelmed, or just need encouragement, I’m here to help. Email me, and we’ll set up a time to connect. Together, we’ll make your journey safer, more informed, and yes—full of celebration.

HERE’S A CHECKLIST:

Hip Happy Hour Checklist: Step-by-Step

1. Choose Your Location
☐ Park, for fresh air and gentle walking
☐ Local café, wellness center, or community space
☐ Virtually via video call with friends, family, or hip replacement peers
☐ Home, in a comfortable and safe environment

2. Invite Your HIP Crew
☐ Hip buddy (someone going through or recovered from surgery)
☐ Friends and family for encouragement and support
☐ Online hip replacement communities or Facebook groups
☐ Physical therapist, doctor, or healthcare provider for guidance

3. Set Your Intentions
☐ Celebrate small victories: steps taken, pain reduced, improved balance
☐ Set recovery goals: gentle exercises, flexibility routines, journaling
☐ Acknowledge emotions: fear, frustration, anxiety, or excitement

4. Make It Fun
☐ Create a playlist of uplifting or motivational songs
☐ Prepare a special beverage or healthy snack
☐ Include a personal ritual: light a candle, write gratitude notes, or toast to progress

5. Support Your Body
☐ Complete daily rehabilitation exercises or stretches
☐ Eat anti-inflammatory foods and hydrate well
☐ Use PEMF therapy or other wellness tools to aid cellular healing and reduce inflammation
☐ Take short, gentle walks to keep joints moving

6. Celebrate Your Emotions
☐ Journaling: write down feelings, fears, or progress
☐ Share your story with your HIP crew
☐ Laugh, cry, and honor your journey

7. Keep the Momentum Going
☐ Schedule mini Hip Happy Hours to celebrate milestones
☐ Track progress: walking distance, pain reduction, or therapy achievements
☐ Keep your HIP crew involved for regular encouragement and advice
☐ Remember to listen to your body and adjust your goals as needed

WELCOME TO HIPSTER CLUB

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IT’S HERE YOU WILL FIND ALL THINGS HIP…

I’m Jodi Seidler, and I’m here to share my experience, knowledge, support, and research expertise to help guide you on your healing journey. Together, we’ll navigate the challenges of hip replacement, explore the latest technologies, and discover ways to live in a strong, healthy, and mobile body.

Follow along as we walk this path together. I encourage you to share the topics you’re most interested in—I’ve curated the best, most up-to-date resources and therapies to support your recovery, long-term joint health, and overall wellness.

When You’re Just TOO HIP!

Let me begin by welcoming you to my hip journey. Most of us know the moment: you’re told you need a hip replacement (or maybe two), and suddenly everything slows down. Pain, fear, and uncertainty take over. I was told I was too young for surgery and endured two years of lingering pain until I could barely walk without a cane.

During that time, I began journaling daily—a way to process fear, release emotions, and stay connected to myself. That journal eventually became a WordPress blog, a space to share experiences, vent, and learn from others who had walked similar paths.

Three years and two hip replacements later, I began rebuilding my life. Complications, setbacks, and unexpected challenges pushed me further into research, connecting with others, writing, and—most importantly—remembering to breathe. Breathe. Breathe. Slow down.

Recovery is a journey, not a race, and learning to honor the process is one of the most empowering steps you can take.

Joining the Hipster Club

No matter how you celebrate your progress—or even if you haven’t yet—you’ve now joined the Hipster Club, a global community of bionic men and women who understand bone-on-bone pain, surgery fears, and the uncertainty of recovery.

No one truly understands the challenges of a reduced quality of life or the anxiety of upcoming surgery until they face it themselves. Having reliable information, support, and the insights gained from experience can make all the difference—and that’s exactly what Hipster Club provides.

For example, I would never have known:

  • To ask for anti-nausea medication in the hospital caused by pain meds
  • Which adaptive devices would make early recovery easier (my grabber was a lifesaver!)
  • To arrange a buddy system for walks, meals, or pet care during the first days after surgery

These practical tips, shared by fellow hipsters, are invaluable. Small strategies can make your recovery safer, faster, and more empowering.

Why Hipster Club Exists

Hipster Club is here for you:

  • To provide support and remind you that you are never alone
  • To create a community of shared experience and knowledge, helping each other stay out of pain and move confidently in our new bodies
  • To offer advice, encouragement, and practical tips during a scary or uncertain transition
  • To celebrate milestones, no matter how small, because every step forward is progress

Hip replacement technology has advanced dramatically since I had my first hip at 50. Today, we have what I call “drive-by replacements”, procedures that can be completed in a single day. Innovations emerge every month and year, and now 3-D printing is enabling fully customized joint replacements, tailored to each individual’s anatomy.

PEMF Therapy: Boost Your Healing

One of the most exciting developments in recovery is PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy. PEMF delivers low-level electromagnetic frequencies to the body, helping to:

  • Stimulate bone growth and repair
  • Reduce inflammation and swelling
  • Improve circulation and cellular function
  • Support overall recovery and wellness

Many hip replacement patients find that combining PEMF with physical therapy, nutrition, and mindfulness practices accelerates healing and reduces post-operative discomfort. I’ll share tips, resources, and insights on using PEMF effectively as part of your hip recovery plan.

Hip Happy Hour: Celebrate Your Journey

Recovery is not just physical—it’s emotional and mental too. That’s why I created the concept of a Hip Happy Hour. It’s your personal celebration:

  • Before surgery, to honor your courage and preparation
  • After surgery, to mark milestones and progress in healing

A Hip Happy Hour can happen anywhere—at home, in a park, with friends, or virtually. Invite a HIP buddy or group, set intentions, reflect on victories, and reward yourself for every step forward. Recovery is a journey, and celebrating along the way keeps you motivated, positive, and connected.

Your Journey to Becoming Bionic

Hipster Club is more than a community—it’s a support system, a knowledge hub, and a celebration of resilience. Here you can:

  • Learn from others who have walked the same path
  • Access the latest tools, technologies, and therapies for recovery
  • Share experiences, tips, and encouragement
  • Celebrate milestones, big and small, in your healing journey

Recovery is personal, and one size does not fit all. Ask questions, seek proper education, and surround yourself with support. Hipster Club is here to help you navigate hip replacement with confidence, knowledge, and encouragement, one step at a time.

Welcome to the land of the bionic. Welcome to Hipster Club. Together, we’ll put the HIP back in hip replacements.

Put the HIP back into hip replacements….

I welcome you to the land of becoming bionic and I thank you for finding your way here to The Hipster Club. 

Have questions?  Email me…

YOU DON’T LOOK SICK….

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You know the phrase: “You don’t look sick.”

It’s the worst thing anyone can say when your body feels like a battleground. Because while the outside looks fine, the inside is screaming.

You wake up with dizzy spells, tingling nerves, migraines, joint pain, and a body that feels electrified by discomfort. Even the gentlest touch hurts. You want to crawl back into bed and disappear. You see a doctor hoping for answers, and they tell you, “It’s all in your head.” Friends tell you, “You don’t look sick.” Suddenly, your invisible suffering feels heavier, louder, and lonelier.

If you’ve ever felt like the Princess and the Pea—sensitive to everything while the rest of the world seems unaffected—this story is for you. Standard tests and routine blood work often tell only half the story, leaving you doubting yourself while your body screams the truth.

When “Invisible” Becomes Debilitating

Chronic pain and invisible illness aren’t just physical—they’re emotional. They isolate you, make you second-guess yourself, and sometimes make even living feel exhausting. Without a roadmap, healing can feel like wandering a labyrinth in the dark.

But here’s the thing: you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Your Personal Health GPS

Imagine having a guide—someone who actually sees your pain, hears your frustrations, and helps you make sense of the chaos. A health coach, a physician, and a holistic team can become your personal GPS. Suddenly, you’re not wandering anymore—you’re navigating a path toward real answers.

With tools like DNA testing, stool analysis, and personalized diagnostics, you can stop guessing. No more hit-or-miss treatments. No more feeling like a guinea pig. Therapies like PEMF healing, acupuncture, massage, and nutrition planning address the root cause, not just the symptoms.

Becoming Your Own Advocate

Here’s the real power shift: you are no longer passive in your own healing.

You start asking better questions, seeking therapies that align with your beliefs, and building a team that has your back. You peel back the layers of chronic illness—whether it’s autoimmune conditions, allergies, hormonal imbalances, or joint degeneration—and start reclaiming your energy, mobility, and confidence.

“Invisible illness doesn’t make you invisible. It makes you a detective, a scientist, and ultimately, your own best advocate.”

From Frustration to Empowerment

A health crisis or a long stretch of unexplained pain can feel like a dark tunnel—but it can also become your launching pad. You learn to:

  • Understand your triggers and patterns

  • Explore cutting-edge therapies safely

  • Make informed, empowered choices

  • Surround yourself with a team that respects your body and your journey

It’s no longer about surviving—it’s about thriving.

Healing is Not One-Size-Fits-All

Whether your struggles come from environmental sensitivities, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalance, joint pain, or chronic infections, your path is unique. With personalized testing and professional guidance, you finally get clarity and direction.

Every step forward—every insight, every therapy, every small victory—peels back a layer of pain, confusion, and frustration. You begin to feel more like you again.

A Clever Twist on Recovery

Think of it this way: your body is like a locked puzzle box. Standard tests and generic treatments are like trying to open it with a butter knife. Personalized testing, holistic therapies, and an empathetic health team? That’s the skeleton key.

And once you have the key, the pieces start to fall into place: your energy returns, your symptoms lessen, and you reclaim the life you thought you had lost.

Invisible, But Not Powerless

You may not look sick—but you are strong, resourceful, and capable. With guidance, innovation, and the right support, you can finally:

  • Get to the root of your symptoms

  • Take control of your health choices

  • Feel empowered instead of helpless

  • Reclaim your body, your energy, and your life

“You may not look sick, but you can finally feel whole.”

“You may not look sick, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t strong. And with the right guidance, you can finally feel like yourself again.”

Jodi Seidler is a journalist, a patient advocate and the Founder of HipsterClub.com. In her double HIPster status, Jodi educates, supports and inspires people of all ages through the joint replacement process because it was life-altering for her.  Understanding that everyone is a patient, and becoming increasingly aware of healthcare advancements, the changing medical landscape, and ever-advancing medical technology – Jodi encourages collaboration, continuing education and having the voice of the patient be loudly heard.

The Hipster Club …when You’re Just TOO Hip

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Navigating the Path to Hip Replacement: A Guide to the Initial Investigation Process


Facing the prospect of a hip replacement can be daunting, but understanding the initial investigation process can help alleviate some anxiety. From recognizing symptoms to consulting with medical professionals, each step plays a crucial role in ensuring a successful outcome.

Recognizing Symptoms:
The journey begins with recognizing symptoms that may indicate the need for a hip replacement. Persistent hip pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, and difficulty walking or performing daily activities are common indicators. It’s essential not to ignore these signs and seek medical advice promptly.

Consulting with a Physician:
The next step involves consulting with a primary care physician or orthopedic specialist. During this appointment, the physician will conduct a physical examination, review medical history, and possibly order diagnostic tests such as X-rays or MRI scans to assess the extent of hip damage.

Referral to a Specialist:
Depending on the severity of the condition and the physician’s assessment, a referral to a specialist, such as an orthopedic surgeon, may be necessary. Specialists have expertise in evaluating joint conditions and can provide personalized treatment recommendations tailored to individual needs.

Exploring Non-Surgical Options:
Before considering surgery, exploring non-surgical treatment options is often recommended. These may include lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, medications, or injections to manage pain and improve mobility. The goal is to alleviate symptoms and delay the need for surgery whenever possible.

Considering Surgical Intervention:
If conservative treatments fail to provide adequate relief, surgery may be the next step. The decision to undergo a hip replacement is a collaborative process between the patient, physician, and possibly other healthcare professionals. It’s essential to discuss the risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of surgery thoroughly.

Preoperative Evaluation:
Prior to scheduling surgery, patients typically undergo a preoperative evaluation to assess overall health and readiness for the procedure. This may include blood tests, electrocardiogram (ECG), and other diagnostic tests to identify any underlying medical conditions that could affect surgery or recovery.

Planning for Recovery:
Preparing for recovery is crucial to ensure a smooth postoperative experience. This may involve arranging for assistance at home, modifying the living environment for accessibility, and discussing rehabilitation plans with healthcare providers. Having a support system in place can also contribute to a successful recovery.

Conclusion:
The journey to a hip replacement begins with recognizing symptoms and seeking medical advice. Through a series of steps, including consultations, evaluations, and collaborative decision-making, individuals can navigate the process with confidence. By understanding the initial investigation process, patients can take proactive steps towards regaining mobility and improving their quality of life.

Treating Pain with PEMF

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PEMF treats pain by blocking the messages transmitted to the brain through the nervous system. Natural endorphins are produced to block message transmission. Oxygenation can help with neuropathic pain. Inflammation is reduced in both tissue and nerves, decreasing pain. This article discusses how pain works in the body and how pain can be treated with PEMF.

The human body has a communication system which connects to the brain. The brain works like a supercomputer receiving and transmitting messages through a network of nerve cells.

The nerve cells are called neurons. The neurons have a nucleolus at the centre, which are connected to dendrites and axons – like a wiring mechanism of the nerves. The dendrites convey messages into the nucleolus; they are the input wires. The axons convey messages away from the nucleolus; they are the output wires.

Nerve cells connect at the axon terminals where the synapses are located. The axon of one nerve cell (the output) will connect to the dendrite of another nerve cell (the input), passing the message along. This happens at the axon terminal through chemical molecules called neurotransmitters.

According to medical wisdom, neurons cannot regenerate, but damaged axons can.

There are two primary networks of nerve cells:

  1. The central nervous system, whose axons are situated in the brain, the eye and the spinal cord (like the wires inside a computer).
  2. The peripheral nervous system, whose axons are situated outside of the central nervous system (like network wires).

Messages are transferred from the axons, and there are two types of axons:

  1. Sensory axons (inputs) carry messages from the skin, muscles, joints, internal organs and intestines to the central nervous system. These include sensations like touch, temperature, pain, muscle activity, and joint position.
  2. Motor Axons (outputs) control motion and carry signals from the central nervous system to the body, limbs, internal organs and intestines.

There are intermediate neurons inside the brain that connect the sensory and motor neurons.

Messages are transferred from the axons by electrical pulses called action potentials. These electrical pulses travel from the sensory axons to the central nervous system, activating the nerve cells and causing sensations.

The longer axons (or wires) are insulated with the myelin sheath, which increases the speed at which a message can travel down the axon (or wire). Shorter axons do not have myelin insulators, and messages travel slower through them. The shorter axons carry messages about touch, cold, warmth and pain. Because they are slower communication channels, a pain message from the foot can take about 1 second to reach the central nervous system (the spinal cord).

 A harmful sensation is simply an electrical pulse that is sent by the sensory axons to the central nervous system, where it is interpreted as “pain”.

Bone Growth with PEMF

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PEMF works at a cellular level. All the cells are affected and the body’s systems which deliver oxygen and nutrients while removing toxins are enhanced. This revitalization results in the body’s components being able to perform the tasks they were designed for with optimal efficiency.  The bone structure within the body gives us form, but it also houses the marrow which is the factory where blood cells are produced. 

Osteoblast cells, (bone germination cells), produce bone matter.   Osteoblast cells work together as a group called the osteon and produce the calcium and phosphate-based minerals which are deposited into the organic matrix forming the strong and dense mineralized tissue called the mineralized matrix. Bones are comprised of a composite material made up of both collagen and minerals which give them tensile and compressive strength.  Bone cells are constantly being regenerated by the osteoblast cells.   PEMF can help heal and strengthen bones as it induces micro currents which stimulate the osteoblast cells to produce bone matter. This is critical to healing especially with those suffering from arthritis and osteoporosis

What is Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy?

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Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field therapy, also known as PEMF, is a drug-free, non-invasive, pain-relief alternative treatment, which also promotes accelerated healing for ailments and injuries. In addition, PEMF therapy improves sleep, mental focus, and the body’s overall performance by helping the energy output and regeneration of the body’s cells.

Read Part 3: PEMF Therapy vs. Alternative non invasive treatments

How does PEMF therapy work?

Without an electromagnetic exchange between cells, nothing happens in the body. Human chemistry is controlled by natural electromagnetic energy. The cells are impaired when this electromagnetic energy is disrupted (for instance, from a bad diet, a small bruise to an injury, or merely from getting older). The body is not healthy if the cells are not healthy.

When a complementary electromagnetic field is introduced into the body, healthy electromagnetic exchanges can be reestablished. This is the reason why PEMFs are considered to be extremely useful; they are capable of stimulating all levels of the body. When applied externally, the PEMF therapy completely penetrates the body and affects individual cells, organs, tissues, and thereby the entire body.

At least 800 peer-reviewed papers are available that supports the fact that electrical currents and electrical shock can promote accelerated healing in bones and other tissues such as ligaments and tendons. However, the problem has invariably come down to two factors:

  1. Locating electrodes that are adequately close to the tissues to be stimulated electrically
  2. The reality that free electrical current follows an arbitrary path of least resistance

This problem is solved by PEMF therapy devices that use magnetic fields compared to direct electrical fields, further enclosing a larger area of the body.

These devices are designed to sustain the electrical surface tension of all cell membranes in the body. When the electrical surface tension of the cell membrane is maintained, neuron, tissue, and muscle cells are able to increase their productivity because nutrients remove waste by moving readily and efficiently into the cell.

Moreover, when the electrical surface tension of the cell membrane is maintained, there is improved blood supply allowing the red blood cells to distribute more amounts of oxygen across the body and ultimately boosting the immune system to encourage more rapid healing. By and large, better cell function ensures better performance of the entire body.

What types of conditions can PEMF therapy treat?

Since the cellular reaction takes place in every body, magnetic fields are not condition specific. As a result, PEMF therapy can be used to assist with the majority of conditions. In fact, clinical studies have demonstrated that PEMFs are capable of:

  • Increasing circulation
  • Decreasing inflammation
  • Accelerating bone healing
  • Enhancing muscle function
  • Reducing the effects of stress
  • Improving blood oxygenation, and much more

Info by: https://www.news-medical.net/amp/whitepaper/20180320/Pulsed-Electro-Magnetic-Field-Therapy-for-Health-and-Well-Being.aspx

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Jodi Seidler

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Both Posterior and Anterior Procedures by Robert Klapper, MD and Robert Klenck, MD

Because of my orthopaedic care, I can have MY LIFE BACK, not live in bone-on-bone pain and most importantly I can now help others. I created HIP communities through this life changing process and HIP initiation – at hipsterclub.com and hipsterclub.ning.com.

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