TITLE:
Impact of Novel Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Device on Competitive Athlete Performance
AUTHORS:
Dale C. Gledhill, Kade Huntsman, Gregory S. Anderson
KEYWORDS:
Cycling, Performance, VO2 Max, Oxygen Uptake, PEMF, Erythrocyte
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Biophysics,
Vol.13 No.4,
September
27,
2023
ABSTRACT: The interaction of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) with the human body may result in a variety of positive outcomes including analgesia, enhanced healing, chondroprotection, cognitive improvement and better quality of life. Previous human studies have also revealed the potential of PEMF to enhance muscle function and athletic performance. To further evaluate this potential, an open label pilot study was conducted with 19 competitive cyclists who repeatedly participated in 63 training routes. Cyclist performance was tracked before and during use of a novel and portable PEMF device that is worn as a wristband. Comparison of performance before and during use of the wristband revealed a significant association with improved muscle power. The odds ratio was 3.02 (P