The newest gadget arrives

As I wrote about previously, I am exploring one of the areas that has been on my list for a while: pulsed electromagnetic frequency therapy (PEMF). You knew it wouldn’t take long before I decided on a gadget, which I ordered and I expect to arrive today. It’s called the FlexPulse G2.

In preparation for using this device, I read a book and watched several introductory videos. I want to capture my notes here to refer back to.

Program 1 3 Hz Delta - Help with sleep/anxiety

• Put directly under pillow or on top of pillow inside of pillowcase.
• Use all night long at maximum intensity.
• Can put at the back of the neck below skull to tamp down overstimulation.

Program 2 - 7.8 Hz Theta (Schuman resonance) - 70-80% of sleep is theta band

• Meditation, relaxation, light sleep, pre-performance jitters, quieting down the brain

Program 3 - 10 Hz Alpha - neutral rhythm of the brain

• Relaxing
• Reset circadian rhythm
• Healing local tissue
• Increasing stem cells
• Helpful for brain or tissues in the head
• If you don’t know what else to select
• Don’t use when you want to be alert and wide awake

Program 4 - 14 Hz Low beta Sensory Motor Rhythm

• Idling rhythm for brain area controlling activation of muscle or extremity movements of the body. It’s a long, thin area of the brain located from the top of the head to the top of the ear on each side of the head.
• Helps body to become more relaxed
• Helps with relaxed attention such as reading or engaging in a relaxing hobby
• Can improve reading speed and comprehension
• Can help with insomnia when mind is chattery but body is relaxed
• SMR stimulation enhances attention and may improve cognitive performance, attention, and memory

Program 5 - 23 Hz Mid beta - wide awake and alert state

• Like a cup of coffee without caffeine
• Use for projects, attending meetings, driving long distances, cramming for exams, pre-athletic training
• Be careful if anxious, have a panic disorder or hyperactive or ADHD

Program 6 - 40 Hz Primary Gamma - Dominant gamma band in the brain ranges from 25-100 Hz

• Gamma is needed for simultaneous processing of information from multiple brain areas
• Gamma waves move rapidly from the front to the back of the brain in response to sensory inputs
• Enhances neuroplasticity, cognitive function, attention and focus, physical task learning, and hand-eye coordination
• Facilitates meditation and lucid dreaming
• Improves circulation in the brain
• Assists neurofeedback
• Avoid Gamma training if you have anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, pain, seizure disorder or tinnitus

Program 7 - 50 Hz Mid Gamma

• Primary power line frequency in Europe
• Helpful for a variety of medical conditions

Program 8 - 60 Hz High Gamma

• Primary power line frequency in US
• Helpful for a variety of medical conditions such as arthritis and bone healing

Program 9 - Alternating every minute between 10 Hz and 100 Hz

• Be careful when using with anxiety, panic disorder, or hyperactive
• Recommended for musculoskeletal problems: muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, skin, and bone
• Ideal for healing wounds/injuries
• Generally use max intensity for as much time as you can

Program 10 999 Hz (actually 1000 Hz)

• Primarily reserved to help with acute depression
• Helpful for seasonal affective disorder along with Program 5
• Uses up battery very quickly

For chronic pain, the goal is to “tune down” the brain. Best to use Programs 3, 2, and 1 in that order.

For winding down before sleep, Use Program 3 or Program 2. During sleep, use Program 1.

For pain issues at night, use Program 3 or Program 9 before bed.

For tissue healing, most of the time, use Program 3, less often Program 9. Programs 7 or 8 may be tried as well.

For memory/cognitive function, start with Program 5 or 6.