Sleep disorders have a variety of root causes, making them difficult to diagnose, so the first step is to talk to your doctor. PEMF – which is short-hand for Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields – is one non-drug approach that researchers have studied in people with sleep complaints. FlexPulse’s applicators can run for up to 12 hours on a single charge, so they can be used through the night.
What Research Has Looked At
There are many different sleeping disorders. Some of the more common sleep complaints include:
- Insomnia, especially that caused by anxiety or stress
- Waking up multiple times per night
- Those who struggle to fall asleep in the first place
- Pain disorders that disrupt someone’s ability to sleep
- Sleep apnea, which should always be assessed by a doctor
Most of the research has been in insomnia. In two placebo-controlled studies of other low-frequency magnetic devices (Pelka 2001, Liao 2023), people with insomnia reported falling asleep more easily than with a placebo device. Another trial, in people with diabetic nerve pain, found no sleep benefit over a sham device. None of these studies used FlexPulse, so the evidence is still limited.
Brainwaves and Low-Frequency Programs
The brain frequencies associated with light sleep range between 4 Hz and 7.5 Hz and are classified as the theta waves. Delta waves range between 0.5 Hz and 4 Hz and are associated with deep sleep. Some PEMF programs, including two FlexPulse programs, use frequencies in these ranges. We haven’t found research showing that PEMF at these frequencies changes brainwaves or deepens sleep.
Many PEMF devices available on the market are designed to be applied for brief periods ranging from two minutes to thirty minutes. FlexPulse’s applicators can run for the battery’s entire charge – which can be up to 12 hours – so they can be used overnight.
FlexPulse’s Low-Frequency Programs
FlexPulse products let you choose from ten PEMF programs. Two of them use low frequencies suited to an evening wind-down routine:
- P1 – 3 Hz: 3 Hz falls in the delta wave range. P1 is designed for deep relaxation and winding down at night, and the 12-hour battery life means it can run through the night.
- P2 – 7.8 Hz:8 Hz is considered on the high-end of the theta-wave spectrum. This is the range associated with light sleep and dreaming. P2 is designed for lighter relaxation.
FlexPulse sells wearable applicators that can operate for up to 12 hours on a single charge. Our products suit a variety of people thanks to the 10 programs offered and the ability to apply our products to virtually any body part. Our products are also highly portable, making them ideal choices for people who travel frequently or have limited space. If you have a sleep disorder or depression, talk to your doctor before trying PEMF. Please feel free to contact us by filling out our online form.
