First Things First You should be sure that any handbags or wallets containing credit cards are kept away from the therapy unit. Magnetic fields extend up to two feet from the device and may erase magnetic strips on the back of credit cards. If you have a wind-up watch or one that runs on batteries, leave it at least a few feet away from the magnetic coil. Also any remote car keys or other battery-operated devices must not be in a near vicinity of the coil, as it will quickly lose its power.  Clothing There is no need to have special clothing for the therapy, as the magnetic fields completely penetrate the entire body as well as any clothing items. The only material it will not penetrate is steel, but if you have a prosthesis, or steel plate, the magnetic field will reach the affected area as the coil is round and will penetrate on one side or the other. You may find it more comfortable to remove your shoes prior to getting into the machine.  Your Current Medication  We suggest you not alter your current medication, especially if under a physicians' recommendation. After therapy, you may wish to cut down on the dosage as required. In this case, check with your primary physician. We suggest you not start any new medication while under the course of the therapy, as you will not want any confusion as to the cause of your future improvement. We do not prescribe drugs or administer any analgesic creams or topical medications simultaneously with APT. Your Current Activities  ...may remain the same while under therapy. We strongly encourage you to not undertake any new strenuous activities during or immediately following the therapy, as the newly found pain relief may cause you to believe you can undertake new activities that your muscles are not prepared for. The lack of normal muscular use in arthritis and other diseases, brought upon by constant pain, causes muscle strength to decrease in time. A sudden absence of pain still leaves the muscles in a weakened state. It will be necessary for you to rebuild your strength before undertaking a full range of activities. BioMag’s physical therapists will include a series of re-conditioning exercises, which you can do at home and are part of your over-all therapy. Resuming a new activity too soon may cause you to experience an unnecessary injury. Smoking We are seeking optimum effects from your treatment, therefore smoking is not allowed for a period of two hours before and two hours after your APT session. To enjoy a permanent optimum quality-of-life, refrain from smoking. Sleeping It is important to get eight hours of continuous sleep each night for your general health. With APT it is even more important, as when you sleep you are regenerating body cells that were activated and excited during your therapy. With many patients, APT naturally encourages the mind and body to relax and sleep two or three levels deeper. Try to sleep during an APT session as it will allow you to sleep better at night. Some older patients experience a reverse effect and best not undergo treatment in the evening. Each 10 minutes of sleep during APT is equivalent to one hour of normal sleep. APT is used in treating sleep disorders as it affects brain frequencies and neuro-chemical or structural effects. Nutrition & Exercise Our policy at BioMag Wellness is that a well-balanced diet taken at regular hours each day, without skipping meals, and a regular exercise program, are proper necessary complements to ensure proper maintenance of body tissues under repair by APT. If you believe your eating habits are not conducive to good nutrition, we may recommend certain natural supplements and minerals. We will provide you with a list of foods that are beneficial, those that should be avoided and those that are neutral according to your blood type. Usually we prefer that a patient refrain from a rigorous exercise routine at the initial stages of therapy until our physical therapists customizes an exercise routine for your condition when there is improvement from APT. Magnetized Water Water (H2o) is a complex fluid which composes 80% of the body. By drinking magnetized water you are enabling the proper exchange of nutrients to the cell membrane and help the cell to eliminate waste. We ask that you daily bring a 1½ liter plastic bottle of water, full or empty, so that we can refill it and magnetize the water for you to drink during. According to medical researchers this provides many extra benefits to you such as:  *   Improved immune system function.  *   Elimination of toxicity of medication residuals through increased kidney function.  *   Reduces acidity in the body and promotes a more alkaline pH.  *   Increased energy to cells through better absorption of minerals and nutrients.  *   Increased hydration and mineral assimilation in cells.  *   Beneficial for kidney ailments (removal and prevention of stones),  *   Regulates blood pressure (high or low).  *  Revitalizes the body.  *   Therapeutic effect of digestive, nervous, and urinary systems.  *  Beneficial for menstrual and menopause discomfort.  *  Helps relieve pain.  *  Can help dissipate toxic deposits in the body's connective tissue.  *  Can be used to wash and disinfect external cuts and scrapes.  *  Will remove the plaque on your teeth if you use it to brush your teeth, rinse your mouth, and drink.  *  Can help regulate the heart function and clear clogged arteries.  *  Has a positive effect on the autonomic nervous system.  *  Beneficial for asthma, fevers, colds, coughs, bronchitis and sore throats.  *  Infuses energy into the body, controls bacteria, and stimulates brain function.  *  Makes your hair softer and more manageable while using less shampoo when washing your hair.  *  Promotes healing of wounds and burns. The founder of The Ohno Institute, Dr. Yoshitaka Ohno, M.D. and Ph.D. (www.ohno.org) has published scientific and case studies of the effects of magnetized water in the treatment of many diseases and in its use as preventive medicine.