Based on the continuing education webinar by Steve Dale, CABC*
As a devoted pet parent, you want nothing but the best for your furry family member, especially when they’re dealing with pain, inflammation, or recovering from surgery. You may have heard about electromagnetic therapies for pets and wondered about the difference between PEMF and tPEMF treatments. The answer could make all the difference in your pet’s comfort and recovery speed.
Understanding the Science: PEMF vs. tPEMF
Traditional PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy has been around for decades, using electromagnetic fields to stimulate healing in tissues. While PEMF devices can provide benefits, they typically use generic waveforms that aren’t specifically designed to target particular biological processes.
Targeted PEMF (tPEMF™) therapy, on the other hand, represents a revolutionary advancement in electromagnetic healing. Unlike traditional PEMF, tPEMF devices use waveforms that are specifically engineered to deliver energy precisely where it’s needed and modulate specific biological cascades in your pet’s body.
The Game-Changing Difference: Targeting the Nitric Oxide Pathway
Here’s where tPEMF therapy truly shines and why it’s becoming the gold standard for veterinary electromagnetic therapy:
tPEMF devices are specifically configured to target the nitric oxide (NO) signaling pathway—100% of its dose enhances NO signaling, with no extraneous side effects. No other PEMF signal has been purposefully configured in this manner. Nitric oxide is an important homeostasis signaling molecule that reduces pain, edema, and inflammation by reducing programmed cell death, promoting blood vessel dilation, and enhancing circulation.
The research speaks volumes about tPEMF’s performance. In human studies comparing tPEMF to traditional PEMF devices, patients using generic PEMF devices needed to wear them for 12 hours per day for four weeks to achieve only 25% less pain. In contrast, patients using tPEMF devices only needed 15-minute treatments twice daily and experienced an average 38% reduction in pain.
Why the Assisi LOOP® and LOOP® Lounge Products Lead the Pack
When it comes to tPEMF therapy for pets, the Assisi® suite of targeted pulsed electromagnetic field (tPEMF) devices provide innovative solutions to help pets heal faster, feel better, and live happier lives.
The Assisi LOOP® device delivers a clinically effective therapeutic signal to damaged tissue positioned within a barrel-shaped treatment zone. The 20 cm Assisi LOOP device provides an effective treatment zone extending 25 cm above and below the applicator, perfect for treating larger areas like hips, heads, and limbs.
Key Benefits:
- Clinically Proven: A study on the effect of tPEMF therapy had statistically significant differences in incisional pain levels, lower inflammatory biomarkers, and better recovery of proprioception compared to control groups.
- Rapid Treatment: Just 15-minute sessions, 2-3 times daily
- Portable & Easy: Weighs about two ounces with a 7.5-inch applicator, offering 150 treatments with each device
The rechargeable Assisi LOOP Lounge® pet bed offers patients full-body relief from pain and inflammation, with three pad sizes to choose from for cats and dogs of all sizes. Think of it as a healing bed that provides whole-body tPEMF therapy while your pet simply rests comfortably.
What Conditions Can Benefit from Targeted PEMF?
tPEMF therapy has shown results for:
- Post-surgical recovery (faster healing, less pain)
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Wound healing
- Internal inflammation
- Bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries
- Anxiety and behavioral issues (with the Calmer Canine® device)
The Safety Factor: Why tPEMF is the Smart Choice
Assisi products are classified as non-pharmaceutical, anti-inflammatory devices (NPAIDs) with no side effects or potential drug interactions.
This means:
- No drug interactions with your pet’s current medications
- Safe for all ages, including senior pets
- No risk of overdose or adverse reactions
- Can be used alongside other treatments
Cost-Effective Long-Term Care
While traditional treatments often require ongoing medication costs and repeated vet visits, tPEMF devices can help patients heal faster in fewer treatments, resulting in less pain and inflammation overall. The Assisi devices are a one-time investment that provides 150 treatments (Assisi LOOP device) or rechargeable use (Assisi LOOP Lounge pet bed), making them incredibly cost-effective for long-term pet care.
Making the Right Choice for Your Pet
When comparing therapeutic options, the evidence is clear: tPEMF therapy offers superior healing benefits through precision targeting of the nitric oxide pathway, clinically proven results, and an outstanding safety profile. With 15-minute treatments and at-home convenience, tPEMF represents a new standard in pet care.
Taking the Next Step
Visit assisi.zomedica.com to purchase an Assisi Loop or Loop Lounge products and give your pet the healing and pain relief it needs. Explore the complete range of tPEMF solutions at assisi.zomedica.com to learn how this breakthrough technology can help your pet live a more comfortable, active life.
Your pet deserves the precision, safety, and proven effectiveness of tPEMF therapy—because your best friend deserves the very best care.
© 2025 Zomedica Inc. All rights reserved. Assisi, Assisi LOOP. Assisi LOOP Lounge and Calmer Canine are registered trademarks of Zomedica Inc.
