The North Málaga Health Area has acquired a €18,029 device that uses high-intensity magnetic fields to accelerate healing of muscle and bone injuries at Hospital de Antequera.
The Rehabilitation Service of the North Málaga Health Area has incorporated a superinductive therapy device, a new non-invasive system that applies high-intensity magnetic fields to promote faster recovery of muscle and bone injuries. The equipment, purchased for €18,029 by the Andalusian Health Service (SAS), aims to modernise treatments and offer safer alternatives for patients in the region, according to an official statement.
The technology is based on its deep penetration capacity. The electromagnetic fields generated by the device can reach tissues up to ten centimetres below the skin, including nerves and large muscle groups, without the need for surgery or painful procedures. Once applied to the damaged area, the magnetic stimulus activates cells, relaxes muscles and improves blood circulation, thereby accelerating the body's natural self-repair mechanisms.
This new tool is particularly useful for treating acute pain after trauma and chronic pain in long-term patients. It also helps restore mobility to stiff joints and reduces spasticity, i.e., excessive muscle stiffness. In addition, the therapy speeds up the healing of difficult bone injuries, such as bone edema, fissures or fractures that are slow to heal.
The rehabilitation medical team will use this technology as a complement to conventional therapies. The aim is not to replace manual treatments but to enhance their effectiveness so that patients can return to their daily lives as soon as possible.
“This device allows us to treat conditions that were previously very challenging, offering new hope to patients with chronic pain or slow-healing fractures,” said Dr. Ana García, head of the Rehabilitation Service at Hospital de Antequera.
The superinductive therapy system represents a significant step forward in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Unlike traditional methods that rely on external stimuli, the magnetic fields act from within the body, promoting cellular regeneration and reducing inflammation. This approach is especially beneficial for elderly patients or those with comorbidities who cannot undergo surgery.
The investment of €18,029 is part of a broader plan by the SAS to update medical equipment across primary care and specialised hospitals in the province. In recent years, similar technologies have been introduced in other Andalusian health areas, such as Seville and Granada, with positive results reported in terms of reduced recovery times and improved patient satisfaction.
The Hospital de Antequera serves a population of around 100,000 people from the northern part of Málaga province. The new device is now available for outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, and clinicians have already begun training to maximise its use. Patients interested in the therapy should consult their referring physician or contact the Rehabilitation Service for an assessment.
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