AM200 Dry Hydrotherapy
System from AquaMED
Info: (727) 536-5566 or aquamed.com
AquaMED recently unveiled its new AM200 Dry Hydrotherapy System, complete with
a new fully programmable Personal Therapy Control Unit that can be adjusted
by area, pressure, applied time and speed of travel. AquaMED’s dry hydrotherapy
systems combine soft tissue mobilization, thermotherapy and whirlpool treatments
into a single unit. The AM200 is designed to increase blood circulation, decrease
blood pressure, increase muscular range and flexibility, and alleviate physiological
stress and physical pain.
Arthritic Wrap-Around
Glove from Thermoskin
Info: (800) 525-9339, (651) 674-8301 or swedeo.com
Swede-O, a distributor of Thermoskin brand products, has created an arthritic
pain relief glove that is designed to ease the pain and strain that occurs in
the hands and fingers of chronic arthritis sufferers. The glove covers all metacarpal
bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments in the hand, yet allows for performance
of daily activities. The gloves are sold in pairs and are available in black
in six sizes from XS to XXL. The comforting warmth and gentle support of the
glove are the result of three layers of durable skin-like texture.
Tarsal Lok Ankle
Brace from Thermoskin
Info: (800) 525-9339, (651) 674-8301 or swedeo.com
The new Tarsal Lok Ankle Brace from Swede-O, Inc. combines the support of a
rigid brace with the superior comfort of a lace-up style ankle brace. The integrated
stirrup stabilizes the ankle while supporting the subtalar joint. The built-in
stabilizer, made of high-impact Fortilene, molds to the shape of the user’s
ankle simply from body heat. Other features include a speed lacing system for
ease of use, a Breath-O-Prene tongue to wick away moisture, and built-in foam
padding for a comfortable fit.
Therapylce Pillow
from Sleepmatters
Info: (877) 452-4991 or sleepmatterzzz.com
This innovative pillow offers pressure relief and comfort that is enhanced by
a removable warm/cold gel pack that slides into a velour-covered compartment.
The gel pack can be refrigerated for cold therapy, or warmed in a microwave
for heat therapy. When the gel pack is removed, the TherapyIce pillow can be
used as an effective cervical-support sleeping pillow. The pillow is adjustable
for a customized fit, and its shape-matching technology adapts to a user’s
shape and size. The TherapyIce pillow is offered in standard and queen sizes.
CT-20 Massage
Lounger from Comfort Trends
Info: (949) 955-2525 or comforttrends.com
The CT-20 recliner acts as both a chair and a massage station. Massage settings
include kneading, tapping and rolling for target areas or the entire body. The
CT-20 has an electrically controlled recline button that enables the chair to
recline to an almost flat position.
The chair, which comes in assorted colors, is upholstered in leather and has
a lumber pillow and comfort pad for the back and spine. Other features include
a leg rest, a remote control, wheels for mobility and a five-year limited warranty.
DRX9000C from
Axiom Worldwide
Info: (813) 249-6444 or axiomworldwide.com
The DRX9000C cervical decompression unit is the first non-surgical decompression
system cleared by the FDA for cervical decompression. Designed by engineers
at Axiom Worldwide, the DRX9000C utilizes the latest cutting-edge technology
to improve the quality of life for those suffering from herniated discs, degenerative
disc disease and other cervical ailments. The DRX9000C offers physicians and
their patients an effective alternative to surgery.
Vertetrac back
support from Meditrac
Info: (866) 732-0170
The Vertetrac ambulatory traction unit provides relief and healing for patients
with bulged or herniated discs, numb legs, lower back and leg pain and disc
disorders. The Vertetrac system applies both vertical and horizontal pressure,
giving powerful, yet controlled traction to the lumbar spine.
The flexible U-shaped frame of the Vertetrac straps to the iliac crest of the pelvis and the thorax, producing a vertical thrusting force directly onto the spine. Vertetrac does not limit mobility, and can be used comfortably during physical activity.
Cervico2000
from Meditrac
Info: (866) 732-0170
The Cervico2000 is an ambulatory traction unit for the neck that is intended
to treat patients with acute and chronic neck pain. Like the Vertetrac, the
Cervico provides vertical and upward distraction force along the cervical lordosis.
This decompressive force acts equally on all parts of the discs, enabling treatment
by widening the intervertebral space and providing relief to the compressive
nerve. Cervico units are comfortable, compact and often bring immediate improvement
in discogene problems.
Supplements
Digestive supplement
from Enzyme Process
Info: (800) 521-8669
Super Gest, a new digestive enzyme, contains chemicals that work to digest proteins
through a hydrolysis process that creates a proper ph environment in the body,
and aids in breaking down proteins, fats and starches.
Probiotic from
USA Laboratories
Info: (800) 422-3371 or usalabs.com
DDS Multi-Flora ABF is a probiotic formula that aids in maintaining a healthy
balance of intestinal flora. This non-dairy supplement is said to produce natural
antibiotics and hydrogen peroxide.
Joint Formula
from USA Laboratories
Info: (800) 422-3371 or usalabs.com
The UAS Laboratories’ Joint Formula includes a special combination of
glucosamine, sulfate, chondroitin and other extracts that help in maintaining
healthy joint function. The product allows for flexibility in dosage and is
free of dairy, corn, soy and preservatives.
Nutritional
Program from Life Management
Info: (866) 685-5433 or lifemanagementformula.com
Designed to promote cellular health, the Life Management Formula prevents the
cellular degeneration that occurs with aging. The Life Management system works
to cleanse, rebuild, maintain and protect the body’s cells. The four-component
Life Management Formula includes a Cellular Maintenance & Antioxidant Formula,
an intestinal cleanse, naturally occurring microorganisms and vegetarian enzymes,
and a blood cleanse.
Diphasic Nutrition
Program from NUTRI-SPEC
Info: (800) 736-4320 or nutrispec@acsworld.com
NUTRI-SPEC introduces a new program intended to reverse and prevent the negative
aspects of the aging process. The supplements included in NUTRI-SPEC’s
Diphasic Nutrition Plan contain anti-oxidants that form a defense against the
pathological activity that is associated with aging.
Practice Marketing and Referrals
ChiroPower’s Patient Education and Referral System
Info: (866) 655-8502 or chiropowerinc.com
The goal of the Patient Education and Referral System is to generate positive
feedback, trust in chiropractic and patient referrals while you adjust. The
waiting room DVD series comes with silent programs and music-based programs,
and can be personalized to fit your practice name. In addition to the video
series, each DVD subject comes with an accompanying research referral packet
to handout to your patients, which provides information about why chiropractic
works.
“Chain
Reaction” from Med/ART
Info: (973) 539-2179 or medartposters.com
Med/ART introduces “Chain Reaction,” the ninth poster in “The
Fine Art of Healing” series, which is made up of interpretive anatomical
art posters. The poster is an addition to the “Spine Series,” a
colorful collection that focuses on the spine and the vertebrae. The prints,
which are created by artist Donna Krin Korkes, are reproduced for sale on fine
quality paper, and custom framing is available.
Customized Promotional
Materials from Scrip
Info: scrip-inc.com
Scrip Chiropractic Supplies is now offering posters, banners and other materials
that can be customized with your picture and editorial (including health quotes,
greetings and more) to create credibility for your community event or lay lecture.
Scrip’s customized series provides you with high image impact templates
that can be used at offices or other chiropractic events.
Inter-Changeable
Poster System from Health Visions
Info: (888) 480-1350 or chiroed.com
Health Visions’ new inter-changeable poster system is designed to keep
patients interested and in-tune with developments in chiropractics. The system
includes 36 large laminated posters that enable doctors to constantly inform
patients about the benefits of chiropractic and the importance of family care
and referrals. The poster system comes with three acrylic frames and three sets
of 12 posters that focus on different themes: holidays and seasons, great success
and practice building.
Patient Referral
Program from The Family Practice
Info: (866) 532-3327
Live Your Life Without Limits is an assortment of products designed to create
referrals and lifetime patients. The series, created by Dr. Eric Plasker of
the Family Practice, comes with seminars, lectures and PowerPoint presentations
about recent chiropractic research, patient communication and how to grow your
own practice. It also includes custom marketing materials designed to retain
and gain patients.
Schiek Custom
Logo Program
Info: (800) 772-4435
Schiek Sports Inc. introduces its new custom logo program that is said to help
grow your practice through patient referrals. By having your clinic’s
name or logo prominently displayed on their products, such as the Schiek back
brace, patient interest and referrals are likely to increase.
Practice Management Tools
Pro-Soft Documentation System
Info: (877) 942-4284
The Pro-Soft Documentation System aids in patient compliance, treatment, planning
and diagnosis. The system utilizes an extensive chiropractic database that guides
a doctor from the patient intake history to the exam, treatment planning and
the SOAP notes. Each report is individually formulated to address the care and
payment plan for each particular patient. The Pro-Soft solution features a Panel
PC with touch screen running Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003. Software
updates, customer training and technical support are included in the first year.
TPS2000 and
DOCUmentor software from Eon Systems
Info: (800) 955-6448
The newest version of TPS2000, version 4.2.06, is designed to increase stability
and speed of use. The software makes billing and patient claims easier to view
and complete. The new software allows for a greater storage of identification
numbers, and the service and inventory fees entered into the DOCUmentor will
be automatically imported into TPS 2000. Other improvements include expanded
statement processing services, easier health insurance processes and E-billing
faculties.
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