30/05/2025
Let's talk PEMF in EPM recovery!
What is it?
EPM is a neurological disease caused by Sarcocystis neurona. This protozoan parasite is ingested through contaminated feed or water. It affects the horse's central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). EPM symptoms are presented to us through things like behavioral changes, lameness, muscle atrophy, and signs of discomfort.
Understanding the Effects of EPM and PEMF benefits
Inflammation:
EPM can cause inflammation in the horse's central nervous system. The protozoa can lead to inflammatory responses in the brain and spinal cord, resulting in various neurological symptoms and discomfort.
PEMF reduces inflammation. The benefits of reducing inflammation in horses with EPM may include decreased pain and discomfort, improved mobility, enhanced healing of the central nervous system, and an overall better quality of life for the affected horse. By addressing the inflammation, PEMF may also support the effectiveness of other treatments and contribute to a more successful recovery.
Pain:
EPM can cause pain and discomfort. It primarily causes pain through inflammation and damage to the central nervous system. The protozoa invade the neural tissue, leading to an immune response that results in inflammation. This inflammation can irritate nerves and disrupt normal neuronal function, causing pain and discomfort in the horse.
PEMF can play a significant role in pain management for horses with EPM. Benefits include reduced pain perception, improved blood flow to the affected areas, enhanced cellular repair processes, and overall better comfort. By addressing pain effectively, PEMF may help facilitate rehabilitation and improve the horse's quality of life.
Cellular Function:
EPM affects a horse's cellular function. The infection can disrupt normal cellular processes in the central nervous system, leading to alterations in neurotransmitter function and overall neural health. This disruption can contribute to the neurological symptoms observed in affected horses.
PEMF improves and enhances cellular function by promoting improved cellular metabolism, increasing energy production, and supporting the repair of damaged cells. This can lead to better neural health, more effective immune responses, and overall improved functionality of the central nervous system. Enhancing cellular function can contribute to a more effective recovery from EPM and may help mitigate some of the neurological symptoms associated with the disease.
PEMF therapy is gaining attention in the context of treating EPM in horses. As a non-invasive treatment, it uses electromagnetic fields to promote healing and enhance cellular function.
• Non-Invasive Treatment: PEMF is a safe, non-invasive option that can be used alongside traditional EPM treatments without adverse effects.
• Enhanced Recovery: By stimulating circulation and reducing inflammation, PEMF may accelerate the recovery process for horses affected by EPM.
• Improved Quality of Life: Horses receiving PEMF therapy may experience less pain and discomfort, leading to improved overall well-being.
Overall, PEMF presents a promising avenue for enhancing the treatment and management of EPM in horses.
