Encouraging Results of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Treatment for Back Pain Secondary to Prolapsed Disc in Lactating Patients: A Case Series

Abstract

Five lactating female patients aged 24 to 39 with infants under 6 months of age reported with lower back pain
(LBP) of numerical rating score (NRS) > 7 of more than 4 weeks duration. They were subjected to 30 minutes of
15 sessions of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) treatment over 3 weeks with full-body PEMF gel mattress
QRS 101 system.
A remarkable reduction in pain intensity (NRS 9-7 to 0-3) and substantial pain relief (70-100%) was observed.
There was more than 50% reduction in Pain Quality Assessment Scale, Modified Oswestry Disability Index, and
Beck’s Depression Inventory. No adverse effects were reported.
The present case series underscores the potential of PEMF as a non-invasive, safe, and effective intervention for
subacute or chronic back pain in lactating patients with back pain offering significant relief without jeopardising
maternal and infant well-being.
This should be further explored.