The PEMF Podcast 68. The Truth About High & Low Intensity PEMF Therapy - Bryant Meyers
Oct 1, 2025
Joining the discussion is Bryant Meyers, a skilled PEMF practitioner and author with nearly 20 years of experience. Bryant debunks myths surrounding high vs. low intensity PEMF therapy, revealing that medium intensity often outshines high in effectiveness. He dives into the significance of slew rate and penetration, uncovering misconceptions in the industry. The duo also explores how marketing can mislead consumers and the real implications of 'feeling' versus 'healing.' Listeners will gain valuable insights on making informed choices about PEMF devices.
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Slew Rate Outweighs Raw Intensity
- Slew rate (rise time) is the most important PMF parameter because faster changes create more therapeutic frequencies.
- Intensity is secondary because it doesn't tell you slew rate, coil size, or field coverage.
Medium Intensity Often Hits The 'Goldilocks' Zone
- Medium intensities (10–100 gauss) commonly achieve therapeutically useful slew rates and cover larger areas with adequate penetration.
- Very high intensities often offer diminishing returns and can reduce healing efficacy in some tissues.
RTMS Research Doesn't Justify Home High-Intensity Claims
- Many cited 'high-intensity' studies are actually RTMS brain studies and not applicable to home mats.
- RTMS is clinic-only, focused on targeted brain treatment, and cannot justify high-intensity whole-body devices.
