Abstract
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) treatment is a non-invasive modality that uses low-frequency electromagnetic waves to stimulate cells and tissues in the body. When given as full body treatment, it has shown positive results in chronic back pain. Transcranial usage of PEMF has previously been explored for management of treatment resistant depression (TRD).
We report a patient of TRD where full body PEMF was used for chronic back pain. At the end of three weeks treatment, patient showed significant improvement in his symptoms of chronic back pain and surprisingly also reported reduced symptoms of co-existent TRD.
Key clinical message: Full body PEMF maybe administered in patients of TRD with CBP for beneficial effects in both clinical conditions
Author contribution: NS executed the treatment, wrote the first draft
JP planned the treatment, edited for final draft