Introduction
According to the global estimates, in 2021, individuals suffering from malaria were about 247 millions, and around 619,000 people died from the disease. And most of these deaths occurred in Africa. Tragically, children and infants below the five years of age made up about 80% of those deaths.
Despite all of these circumstances, malaria can usually be prevented and treated. Now the big question that arises:
whether there are any newly introduced therapies?
any measures taken apart from the conventional treatment plan?
Let us dive in to know more and answer all of your curiosities in one-go.
Research Snapshot
- Malaria is considered to be one of the serious and world’s deadliest diseases. Just as you can imagine it is caused by a tiny parasite called Plasmodium, and spreads through the bite of the Anopheles mosquito as it feeds on humans.
- The individual suffers from high- grade fever, flu- like symptoms, fatigue, yellowing of the skin (jaundice), and even can be fatal if not treated on time.
- One such innovative therapy is Biomagnetism therapy or Biomagnetism Pair Therapy (BPT). This therapy uses a pair of magnets to restore the balance of the body and promote healing.
- A pilot study in Kenya was conducted by the Missionary foundation Global Mission Partners, Inc. and self funded to see the efficacy of this treatment modality in treating malaria.
Pilot Study in Kenya
- The pilot study was conducted in a charitable clinic serving the rural community on the outskirts of Kisumu, Kenya.
- The study was conducted by Luis F. Garcia, MD & Bryan L. Frank, MD.
- A total of 60 voluntary participants presented for malaria testing. None of them had previously sought treatment for this febrile illness.
- Two tests were performed in the Kenyan pilot study.
- Blood Smear Microscopy: Blood smears were stained for visualization of the parasitemia. Two thick and two thin smears were included for diagnostic evaluation.
- Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs): Antigen- detection assays detect the specific antigens produced by Plasmodium falciparum and other species.
- Of the 60 participants, seven of them tested positive for Plasmodium falciparum.
- Each participant was given the choice of treatment between conventional or biomagnetic pair therapy. Significantly, all of these participants opted for biomagnetism.
Results of the Therapy
The results of the study were quite remarkable. What happened next highlighted:
- Follow-up: Out of the seven malaria- positive patients, six patients came post-three days.
- Outcome:
- Five of them tested negative after undergoing malarial tests. The symptoms were completely gone. Right from the fever to the fatigue– all vanished!
- One individual was tested positive. The symptoms, however, showed significant improvement. Another round of biomagnetic sessions was given to the patient. Post-three days, the tests were negative and the patient was completely fine.
- The broad mark of the study was none of these patients were prescribed medications. Only Biomagnetism therapy was given, and all the symptoms vanished.
The Pairs Used in Malaria
The magnetic pairs identified for malaria in this pilot study included:
Related Study: Biomagnetism and Typhoid Fever
Dr. Brian Frank conducted a pilot study on typhoid fever in Kenya.
Typhoid fever is caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi. It is typically spread by unsafe food and contaminated water. The main symptoms are high fever, stomach pain, constipation or diarrhea, weight loss, loss of appetite, cough, rose spots.
It can be immensely fatal and lead to complications such as pneumonia, bowel perforations, and so on.
Dr. Frank’s study comprised of:
- 52 participants were included in the study
- Out of which 13 tested positive for typhoid using the Widal Test.
- 10 out of 13 tested negative post-two days, showcasing symptomatic relief
- The remaining three patients showed significant improvement after a second biomagnetism session.
This research suggested that biomagnetism therapy might as well help in fighting with the infections, in a more holistic way.
Why This Matters
The studies we discussed highlights the idea that biomagnetism has potential to treat infectious diseases. The improvements of the group of participants were quite significant and value-adding.
- It is completely non- invasive in nature.
- It does not require an individual to be on medications.
- This approach brings value in areas with limited access and resources where the conventional treatments can possess challenges.
Conclusion
- This self- funded pilot study by Luis F. Garcia, MD & Bryan L. Frank, MD., coordinated through the Missionary foundation Global Mission Partners, Inc. showcases an early attempt to evaluate biomagnetism as a therapeutic and holistic approach for malaria.
- The results showcased that all the six participants showing positive results returned for follow-up. There was no pharmacological treatment provided, all became symptom-free.
- And showed significant improvement using biomagnetism therapy. This pilot study opened the doors to big new possibilities and significant holistic intervention.