Can grounding replace conventional medical treatments?
Written by
Gina Mason
Reviewed by
Prof. Benjamin Murphy, Ph.D.Grounding is an adjunctive measure, not a replacement for medical treatment. There is no credible scientific evidence to support the idea that the practitioner should abandon conventional therapies in favor of grounding. Grounding should always be recommended under professional supervision in conjunction with evidence-based medicine. In the case of chronic medical conditions, grounding is recommended as an adjunctive means of support for wellness.
Chronic Conditions
- Diabetes: Grounding alongside glucose monitoring and medication
- Heart Disease: Mat use after medical clearance only
- Autoimmune Disorders: Stress reduction complementing biologics
- Never discontinue prescribed treatments
Acute Situations
- Infections: Antibiotics remain primary treatment
- Fractures: Grounding supports healing after casting
- Surgical Recovery: Post-op complement only
- Emergency conditions require immediate medical care
Preventive Health
- Stress management with therapy and grounding
- Sleep improvement alongside sleep hygiene practices
- Inflammation reduction with anti-inflammatory diet
- Always prioritize evidence-based prevention
Evidence clearly outlines the limitations of grounding. There are no peer-reviewed studies to support that earthing Treats or reverses disease. While physiological impacts such as decreased inflammation enhance Pedications, grounding is not a substitute for medications, and patients must receive medical supervision for any health condition.
Medical Supervision
- Disclose grounding use to all healthcare providers
- Obtain written clearance for specific conditions
- Regular monitoring of conventional treatment efficacy
- Immediately report any adverse reactions
Education Requirements
- Understand grounding's evidence-based scope
- Recognize signs requiring medical intervention
- Avoid practitioners claiming cure-all benefits
- Access peer-reviewed research directly
Red Flag Awareness
- Practitioners suggesting treatment discontinuation
- Products marketed as cure-alls
- Guaranteed results claims
- Recommendations against vaccinations
Implement grounding where it produces a discernible benefit but does not impair care itself. For diabetes, use after meals, thus assisting glucose metabolism whilst maintaining medication. For hypertension, combine medication compliance, adherence to treatment, monitoring, plus grounding. Conventional treatment must always take precedence and be adopted, which has been proven by rigorous clinical trials.
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