DEVON, England, Nov. 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Pifflers
United Chronic and Invisible Illnesses Support Community,
https://www.facebook.com/PifflersUnited announced the release of
results of a study of ActiPatch®, a new bioelectronic pain therapy
device, in the self-management of fibromyalgia pain. The results
demonstrated that when used in the area of worst pain, very
significant clinically meaningful pain reduction can be
achieved.
The 140 group members with fibromyalgia used ActiPatch® for 7
days and were then sent a survey questionnaire to assess their
experience; 74 members of the group completed the questionnaire.
The average pain reduction across all the respondents was 33% with
79% of them reporting a pain decrease. When analyzed excluding
those with no or very little pain improvement, the therapeutic
response rate was 69% with a 47% reduction in pain.
"These findings are remarkable in a notoriously difficult to
treat condition and will be welcomed by the fibromyalgia population
and chronic pain community who, as a consequence of ineffective or
insufficient pain therapy, often suffer from very high baseline
pain levels. This is an opportunity for fibromyalgics to
self-manage their pain using a therapy that is safe, effective,
affordable and easy to use," says Tracy
Thorogood, Pifflers ' Founder. "ActiPatch® Therapy offers an
invaluable new over the counter treatment that helps improve
quality of life."
Tracy Thorogood said "I suffer
from the chronic condition that is Fibromyalgia and set up a social
network group to support other chronic illness sufferers late last
year. Earlier this year, I was introduced to ActiPatch by a
member in my support group and was able to experience pain relief
for the first time in 7 or 8 years. Having trialed the 7-day
ActiPatch, I went on to purchase the 720 hour version and the
reduction in pain has made a significant difference to my quality
of life. It was so important to me to be able to share this
amazing product with my group members and the trial ensued. I
would like to see this non-medicated pain relief available to
everyone suffering from a chronic illness in the UK and for it to
be seen as the "go to" device for pain relief within the medical
community. The Fibromyalgia and chronic illness community has
suffered in silence for too long and finally, here we have a
product that relieves chronic pain with none of the horrible side
effects or contraindications. Until we have a cure, ActiPatch
is the next best thing."
The National Fibromyalgia Association describes fibromyalgia as
a common and complex chronic pain disorder characterized by
chronic widespread pain, multiple tender points, abnormal pain
processing, sleep disturbances, fatigue and often psychological
distress.
ActiPatch® Therapy is a light, wearable bioelectronic medical
device that emits a pulsating electromagnetic field that penetrates
the body without sensation or heat to induce an electric field in
the affected joint and tissue. The clinically proven drug-free
technology reduces acute and chronic pain and inflammation.
ActiPatch® Therapy is a safe, localized treatment that can be used
in conjunction with other pain treatments including systemic drugs
and localized topical drug applications.
To view the complete study results, please visit
www.facebook.com/PifflersUnited.
Pifflers United Mission Statement
Pifflers United was set up to provide support and friendship to
people suffering from chronic and invisible illness.
Irrespective of what a condition is called, we all suffer from the
same or similar symptoms - the symptoms unite us in common ground
not necessarily a specific illness. It is a community where
you will find acceptance and understanding, backed with a positive
vibe.
About BioElectronics Corporation
BioElectronics Corporation is a leader in biophysics and the
maker of an industry leading family of disposable, drug-free, pain
therapy devices: ActiPatch® Therapy, over-the-counter treatment for
back pain and other musculoskeletal complaints; RecoveryRx® Devices
for chronic and post-operative wound care; Allay® Menstrual Pain
Therapy; and HealFast® Therapy for dogs, cats and horses. For
more information, please visit www.bielcorp.com.
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