PEMF Frequency Chart (updated May 2025)

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📈 PEMF Frequency Chart

This is the most complete PEMF frequency chart you will ever find. It includes all commonly used frequencies for all conditions treated with Pulse Electromagnetic Field Therapy.

I’m Marco Gentile, a wellness professional with over a decade of experience guiding clients toward better health and longevity. These days, you can find me at the Burke SPA & Wellness Center in Los Angeles.

PEMF research is still pretty new, and future studies will probably teach us even more. For now, it seems like both the frequency and treatment protocol play important roles in determining therapeutic outcomes. If you own a PEMF mat, you can just check the frequency you need and start your treatment today.

If you are unsure whether PEMF has been scientifically proven to benefit any of the conditions in the list, check my article where I have debunked all the PEMF Mat Benefits!

Bone & Joint Health

Osteoporosis

9 Hz

Bursitis

8 Hz

Periostitis

6 Hz

Tendinitis

8 Hz

Fractures

10 Hz

Psoriatic arthritis

18 Hz

Pseudoarthrosis

10 Hz

Knee osteoarthritis

15 Hz

Improved bone regeneration

16 Hz

Rheumatoid arthritis

20 Hz

Frozen shoulder

7 Hz

Ligament injuries

7 Hz

Nonunion fractures

20 Hz

Pain & Injury Recovery

Knee Pain

10 Hz

Hip Pain

10 Hz

Back Pain

10 Hz

Plantar Fasciitis

8 Hz

Tennis/golf elbow

8 Hz

Cervical vertebra pain

18 Hz

Shin Splints

10 Hz

Headache

4 Hz

Chronic pelvic pain

5 Hz

Carpal tunnel syndrome

6 Hz

Neuropathy

6 Hz

Dislocations/sprains

10 Hz

Strains

12 Hz

Herniated disc

17 Hz

Sciatica

17 Hz

Carpal tunnel

20 Hz

Enhanced nerve regeneration

50 Hz

Muscle healing

50 Hz

Athletic recovery

100 Hz

Athletic performance

50 Hz

Neuralgia Trigemini

18 Hz

Chronic & Systemic Conditions

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

5 Hz

Rheumatic Fever

6 Hz

Chronic Sinusitis

5 Hz

Hyperthyroidism

10 Hz

Acute bronchitis

4 Hz

Allergies

5 Hz

Constipation

5 Hz

Cystitis

5 Hz

Erectile dysfunction

6 Hz

Asthma

7 Hz

Stomach aches

10 Hz

Stomach/duodenal ulcers

10 Hz

Chronic bronchitis

12 Hz

Diabetes mellitus

12 Hz

Crohn’s disease

13 Hz

Fibromyalgia

15 Hz

Diabetes

22 Hz

Prostatitis

6 Hz

Hepatitis

18 Hz

Immune system enhancement

24 Hz

Increased metabolic rate

18 Hz

Heart & Circulatory Health

Varicose Veins

12 Hz

Peripheral Artery Disease

12 Hz

Venous Insufficiency

12 Hz

Angina pectoris

4 Hz

Arrhythmia

7 Hz

Angina

7 Hz

Arteriosclerosis

7 Hz

Circulatory dysfunction

7 Hz

Raynaud’s syndrome

15 Hz

Hypertension

20 Hz

Low blood pressure

20 Hz

Poor circulation

6 Hz

Lymphatic disorders

18 Hz

Mental & Cognitive Health

Insomnia

5 Hz

Memory Impairment

6 Hz

ADD/ADHD

6 Hz

Mood Disorders

10 Hz

Deep relaxation

2 Hz

Meditation

2 Hz

Better rest

2 Hz

Stress relief

3 Hz

Anxiety

4 Hz

Depression

4 Hz

Alzheimer’s disease

4 Hz

Dizziness

10 Hz

Multiple sclerosis

13 Hz

Hyperactivity

17 Hz

Parkinson’s disease

17 Hz

Stroke

20 Hz

Cerebral palsy balance

20 Hz

Emotional balance

33 Hz

Chakra alignment

33 Hz

Cognitive enhancement

100 Hz

Focus improvement

100 Hz

Psychosomatic syndrome

22 Hz

Dystonia neurovegetativa

20 Hz

Sensitivity to weather changes

13 Hz

Glaucoma

15 Hz

Skin & Wound Care

Psoriasis

10 Hz

Burns

15 Hz

Chronic blepharitis

1 Hz

Acne

10 Hz

Tinnitus

10 Hz

Bruises

14 Hz

Dental/oral diseases

30 Hz

Wound healing

75 Hz

Eczema

15 Hz

Neurodermatitis

15 Hz

Skin allergies

15 Hz

⁉️ PEMF Frequency Chart: Additional Information

⌛Treatment Duration

PEMF sessions are usually 20-30 minutes long, but the duration can depend on things like the condition being treated, the power of your device, and your body’s sensitivity.

A shorter session might be enough for some issues, while others may need longer.

Since these factors vary, I didn’t include specific session times in the PEMF frequency chart—it’s best to adjust based on what feels right for you or consult with a professional.

💪 PEMF Intensity

When it comes to PEMF, intensity (measured in gauss) isn’t always the most important factor. Most devices reach around 2 gauss, which is plenty for most treatments.

While higher intensities can be useful for deeper conditions, 2 gauss works fine for most people. It’s more about the right frequency and consistency, so you don’t have to stress over getting the highest intensity for effective results.

⚡PEMF Waveforms

There aren’t many studies out there on the best waveforms to use with PEMF, mainly because most research focuses on PEMF as a whole, not the specific waveforms.

Different waveforms, like square or sine waves, can affect the body in different ways, but there’s no clear answer yet on which one works best for certain conditions.

Until more studies are done, it’s mostly trial and error, and we rely on what’s worked for people rather than concrete research. So that’s the reason why I haven’t included waveforms in the PEMF frequency chart.

WaveformUse/Effectiveness
SawtoothPromising for holistic and cellular resonance; patents on some devices. May enhance ion transport and cellular resonance.
SquareEffective for rapid stimulation; widely used for bone healing, nerve regeneration, and enhancing osteoblast proliferation.
SineBasic waveform with less abrupt stimulation. Often favored for its purity and used for general therapeutic purposes.
TriangleLess commonly studied; intermediate effects, may be used in some general PEMF treatments.
RectangularUsed in some devices for various therapeutic purposes; limited comparative data available.

🔬Scientific Evidence

  • Ross, C. L., & Harrison, B. S. (2013). Effect of pulsed electromagnetic field on inflammatory pathway markers in RAW 264.7 murine macrophages. Journal of Inflammation Research, 6, 45. https://doi.org/10.2147/JIR.S40269
  • Xiang X, Zhu S, Song K, et al, Pulsed electromagnetic fields for the management of knee osteoarthritis: multicentre, randomised, controlled, non-inferiority trial protocol, BMJ Open 2022;12:e060350. 
    doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060350
  • Chen, Y., Braun, B. J., Menger, M. M., Ronniger, M., Falldorf, K., Histing, T., Nussler, A. K., & Ehnert, S. (2023). Intermittent Exposure to a 16 Hz Extremely Low Frequency Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Promotes Osteogenesis In Vitro through Activating Piezo 1-Induced Ca2+ Influx in Osteoprogenitor Cells. Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 14(3), 165. https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb14030165
  • Gajjar, B.A., Bhavsar, N., & Shah, N. (2024). Effect of Low Frequency PEMF Therapy on Bone Healing and Quality of Life in Subjects with Delayed or Non-Union Lower Limb Fractures. International Journal of Health Sciences and Research.
  • Hei, W. H., Byun, S. H., Kim, J. S., Kim, S., Seo, Y. K., Park, J. C., Kim, S. M., Jahng, J. W., & Lee, J. H. (2016). Effects of electromagnetic field (PEMF) exposure at different frequency and duration on the peripheral nerve regeneration: in vitro and in vivo study. The International journal of neuroscience126(8), 739–748. https://doi.org/10.3109/00207454.2015.1054032
  • Sutbeyaz, S. T., Sezer, N., Koseoglu, F., & Kibar, S. (2009). Low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in fibromyalgia: a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled clinical study. The Clinical journal of pain25(8), 722–728.
    https://doi.org/10.1097/AJP.0b013e3181a68a6c
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Marco Gentile

Marco Gentile (CHC, CMT, CTP, CETS) is a seasoned wellness professional with over 10 years of experience helping clients achieve optimal health and longevity. Currently, he works at the Burke Williams Spa – Health, Wellness & Fitness Center in Los Angeles, where he continues to inspire and support individuals on their wellness journeys.

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