Do Copper and Magnetic Bracelets Help Relieve Arthritis Symptoms?

Anyone who lives with arthritis is most assuredly aware of the advertisements for copper bracelets marketed for pain relief, with many people deciding to give them a try. Arthritis can be a painful condition to live with, so relief in any form is readily accepted. Unfortunately, profit-seeking companies understand the plight of these individuals and try to capitalize on their misfortune.

Copper and magnetic bracelets have been around for quite some time, but the practice of wearing them for arthritis relief began in the 1970s. Since then, no conclusive evidence has been provided regarding their efficacy. In fact, one controlled study reported that such bracelets offered no measurable benefit for arthritis symptoms.

In that study, seventy people with rheumatoid arthritis symptoms were monitored over a five-month period. Participants wore copper and magnetic bracelets, some of which were either weakened or demagnetized to provide a control group. At the end of the period, researchers reported no meaningful difference in participants’ pain and symptoms. As with any single study, results vary and further research is needed.

Any prior evidence of copper and magnetic bracelet efficacy has been purely anecdotal. Most people heard from someone who has a friend that found relief from them. The truth of the matter is that the science behind such “remedies” is quite unfounded when examined in a logical manner. Arthritis involves inflammation in and around joint areas, which can lead to their degradation and to pain. Metal or magnets have no established influence on the internal workings of your joints, so there is little reason to expect a benefit.

People who live with arthritis should consult their doctor for the most appropriate course of care. Rather than spending money on gimmicky quick-fixes like these bracelets, talk with your healthcare provider about approaches that have actually been studied — such as exercise, weight management, physical therapy, and, alongside your care plan, joint supplements.

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