A guide featuring the latest products and services

Rigid Brace
dj Orthopedics Inc introduces the Defiance® DropLock, a custom-made rigid brace designed to aid in the treatment of quadriceps muscle disorders, such as post-polio syndrome, and for use in ACL rehabilitation protocols. The new DropLock joins the company’s flagship Defiance brace, which carries an exclusive “knee guarantee” feature along with the adjustable OA Defiance brace.

This latest version of the brace offers a durable, lightweight, easy-to-use, patent-pending drop lock hinge design, which provides a new method for controlling knee motion. The combination hinge locks the brace at 10° short of full extension to provide for assisted gait or, at the turn of a switch, a free range of motion. In its DropLock configuration, the brace enables patients to easily move from a locked, standing position to an unlocked, seated position at the push of a button. The brace then automatically relocks at full extension as the patient rises.

For additional information, contact dj Orthopedics Inc, 2985 Scott St, Vista, CA 92083; 760-727-1280; 800-321-9549; 760-734-3595 fax; www.djortho.com. CP

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Natural Menopause Products
Standard Process® Inc offers whole food supplements and MediHerb® herbal products to address the symptoms associated with menopause and declining endogenous estrogen. The following Standard Process and MediHerb natural products provide support during peri-menopause and assist with the body’s transition through this fundamental change: Drenamin®, Symplex® F, Wheat Germ Oil or Wheat Germ Oil Fortified™, Wild Yam Complex, Tribulus, and Chaste Tree.

For more information, contact Standard Process Inc, 1200 W Royal Lee Dr, PO Box 904, Palmyra, WI 53156; 262-495-2122; 800-558-8740; www.standardprocess.com.   CP

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Stress Remedy
Nelson Bach USA Ltd introduces Rescue Remedy Spray®, a stress-relieving portable spray. Rescue Remedy Spray calms agitated emotions with a formulation that includes rockrose, star-of-Bethlehem, impatients, cherry plum, and clematis. Consumers can find Rescue Remedy Spray on the shelves of natural health food stores nationawide starting in Spring.

For more information, contact Nelson Bach USA, 100 Research Dr, Wilmington, MA 01887; 978-988-3833; 800-319-9151; fax: 978-988-0233; info@nelson bach.com; www.nelsonbach.com.  CP

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Dietary Supplements
Progressive Laboratories Inc offers three joint and connective tissue support products—GC-1000™, MSM Plus™, GC-MSM 3550™—and a dietary supplement beverage mix, All in One Step®.

GC-1000 features glucosamine, which is an amino monosaccharide produced in the body by the combination of glucose with glutamine through the enzymatic action of glucosamine synthetase. Chondroitin sulfate stimulates the production of cartilage and inhibits enzymes that destroy it. GC-1000 improves joint function and mobility, reduces pain and inflammation, and reverses joint degeneration.

MSM Plus features methyl sulfonyl methane (MSM), a source of usable organic sulfur. When MSM is taken in combination with vitamin C, new cells are more pliable and permeable, allowing fluids pass through the tissues more easily.

GC-MSM 3550 relieves pain. It features both glucosamine sulfate and N-acetyl glucosamine, which are involved in the formation of connective tissue and can be used to generate chondroitin sulfate molecules.

A supplement beverage mix, All in One Step cleanses and heals. It includes soy, therapeutic quantities of all essential vitamins and minerals, and an array of accessory nutrients, including Gugulipid®, TMG, creatine pyruvate, L-glutamine, inulin, beta-1, 3-glucan, gamma oryzanol, glucosamine HCl, alpha lipoic acid, and MSM.

For additional information, contact Progressive Laboratories Inc, 1701 W Walnut Hill Ln, Irving, TX 75038; 972-518-9660; 800-527-9512; 972-518-9665 fax; sales@progressivelabs.com;  www.progressivelabs.com.  CP

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Cervical Support Pillow
Foot Levelers Inc introduces the Ultra® cervical support pillow made 30% longer to provide more support. It uses the same design of the classic, multi-edged Pillo-Pedic® with UltraCel™, a foam that adapts itself to the sleeper’s individual postural requirements.

The Ultra cushions the head and neck for comfort. The increase in surface area protects the natural curve and alignment of the cervical spine for good sleep posture. It virtually eliminates break-in time since its adaptable therapeutic edge continuously conforms to the patient’s neck and head. The company recommends the pillow for cases of whiplash, tension headaches, arthritis, and other neck and shoulder problems

For additional information, contact Foot Levelers Inc, 518 Pocahontas Ave NE, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027; 800-553-4860; fax: 540-345-0202; www.footlevelers.com.  CP

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Back Brace
The Back Seat Inc offers The Back Seat™, a brace designed to work like crutches for the back while the wearer is sitting. It wraps around the torso with two sideboards for vertical support. Unlike lumbar cushions or back braces that focus on restoring the natural curve of the spine, The Back Seat relieves pain by reducing the load on the lower back while also preventing slouching.

When the wearer sits down, the adjustable sideboards push down into the chair, causing the lightweight vest to lift the upper body, thus reducing pressure on the lower back.

By supporting the weight of the upper body while the wearer is seated, the brace helps eliminate pain from muscle strain, herniated discs, arthritis, spinal stenosis, osteoporosis, degenerative discs, and muscle, tendon, cartilage, ligament, and bone problems.

The product is patented, registered with the FDA, and comes with a money back guarantee.

For additional information, contact The Back Seat Inc, 1724 Pine Ave, Los Osos, CA 93402; 805-748-8592; 877-442-2257; 208-330-3172 fax; www.thebackseat.com. CP

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Back Pain Slideshow
David Singer Enterprises Inc introduces a slide presentation titled Natural Approaches to the Prevention and Treatment of Low Back Pain™. Developed by David Singer, DC, the presentation gives chiropractors the tools they need to properly educate the community on the types and causes of low back pain, preventative measures, and exercises that can easily be performed to help sufferers recover from this pain.

Natural Approaches to the Prevention and Treatment of Low Back Pain can help demonstrate the value of chiropractic care as a natural, drug-free, and surgery-free approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It includes 62 color slides and a 148-page reference manual that features a scripted presentation and documented research studies. It is also available in PowerPoint format on CD.

For additional information, contact David Singer Enterprises Inc, 1130 Cleveland St, Suite 210, Clearwater, FL 33755; 800-326-1797; 727-449-1353 fax; success@dse-inc.com;  www.davidsingerenterprises.com.  CP

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Health Care Provider’s Website
Foot Levelers Inc introduces its improved health care provider’s website dedicated to information doctors can use to aid in their treatment dynamics. The site, www.footlevelers.com/doctors, has been revamped with a health care provider’s section and easy-to-use navigation.

Registering for the free section allows doctors access to specific product information and specials, important news events, schedules for Foot Levelers license-renewal and practice-building seminar series, and research and clinical tips. The new “How To” section offers answers to orthotic questions and tips for proper implementation.

Those new to the site can follow an easy registration process to gain free access to the health care providers’ section. After reaching the Foot Levelers homepage at www.footlevelers.com, click on the Register button and complete the registration form. The company will email a user ID and password within 48 hours. Registration also allows doctors access to online specials via email and online ordering.

For additional information, contact Foot Levelers Inc, 518 Pocahontas Ave NE, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027; 800-553-4860; 540-345-0202 fax; www.footlevelers.com.  CP

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E-commerce Websites
ChiroPlanet.com offers fully customizable content-based websites. Each website includes more than 300 pages of chiropractic, health, and wellness information; a turnkey e-commerce store with products shipped exclusively from Scrip Chiropractic Supply Company (coming January 2003); monthly patient education newsletters (online, printed, and emailed); internet marketing programs with the major search engines (guaranteed top listings); more than 50 animated therapeutic exercises; and unique website and email addresses (yourname.com).

Each website is online and fully functional, usually within 24–48 hours. There is little to no work required by chiropractors. ChiroPlanet.com can update existing websites. Subscription fees start at $24.95 per month. Join by January 31st and save up to $200.

For more information, contact ChiroPlanet; 888-364-5774; www.chiroplanet.com.  CP

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Adjusting System
Pro-Solutions for Chiropractic Inc offers the Pro-Adjuster® system, a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved technical instrument that establishes objective analysis in the interexaminer realm. Patients receive an accurate analysis, experience comfortable treatment, and immediately view the results of their care.

The Pro-Adjuster establishes where subluxations or fixations are located and identifies which vertebra needs to be adjusted. When the vertebra has reached optimum positioning, the Pro-Adjuster automatically shuts off to complete the adjustment.

For additional information, contact Pro-Solutions for Chiropractic Inc, 4000 Waterdam Plaza, Suite 260, McMurray, PA 15317; 877-942-4284; 724-942-3948 fax; www.pro-adjuster.com.  CP

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Patient Compliance Software
Ergomate Inc offers its Home and Office software to increase patient compliance to home-based treatment recommendations for daignosis involving oversuse syndromes.

The CD program monitors patient computer usage, including key strokes and mouse movements, and provides a visual report on usage trends. The program also allows patients to set up alarms to signify overusage, establish microbreak and extended break periods, and follow along with rehabilitative exercise streaming videos during breaks. The software resets itself during extended periods of inactivity so that the user is not interrupted inadvertently, and it can de disabled when work is nearly completed.

For more information, contact Ergomate Inc, 6472 Camden Ave, Suite 211, San Jose, CA 95120; 408-323-3290; 408-323-8081 fax; info@ergomate.com;   www.ergomate.com.  CP

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Software Update
EON Systems Inc announces the release of its 4.2 version of The Practice Solution (TPS) 2000 program.

Derek Greenwood, chairman of EON Systems Inc, says, “early introduction of the upgraded version of TPS 2000 was made possible sooner than expected, due to Microsoft’s recent Visual Foxpro 7.0 release. With this new and expanded performance base, several improvements became immediately possible for TPS 2000. Doctors and administrative staff will notice crisp response and positive support.”

Greenwood adds, “Error-free performance, speed, and stability are the three obvious advantages that doctors and office managers will notice in the 4.2 version. In addition, the expanded range of the Foxpro 7.0 platform permits other enhancements to be done with greater ease. A series of upgrades for TPS 2000, planned for next year, may be bumped up to fall 2002 due to this software bonanza.”

For additional information, contact EON Systems, 620 Lakeview Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756; 800-955-6448; 727-298-8471 fax; info@eonsystems.com;   www.eonsystems.com.  CP

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Orthopedic Pillows
Foot Levelers Inc introduces the Escape™ and SideKick™ orthopedic pillows, which use the Sleep Cycle System™ to improve spinal alignment and stability during sleep.

The Escape pillow supports the neck and back using the support of Foot Levelers’ Pillo-Pedic® pillows, adding side panels for side sleepers and offering the exclusive Therapeutic Z-z-zone™ for smooth transitions to back-lying positions. The SideKick pillow reduces back tension, maintains pelvic alignment, reduces stress on the hip joints, and stabilizes twitchy legs.

For additional information, contact Foot Levelers Inc, 518 Pocahontas Ave NE, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027; 800-553-4860; 540-345-0202 fax; www.footlevelers.com.  CP

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Coding Book
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) introduces the revised and expanded 2003 Official Chiropractic Coding Solutions Book, which includes new and improved sections on topics such as HIPAA and ICD-9 Codes.

The book is approved by ACA’s coding and reimbursement team of chiropractic coding experts. The team includes two doctors who participate in the American Medical Association CPT and RUC/HCPAC committees—the groups responsible for developing the new codes. It also covers Federal Workers’ Compensation.

This year’s edition includes an expanded ICD-9 coding section, a revised insert on HIPAA, a new section on laboratory services, an expanded section on consultation codes, new nutritional counseling codes, and information regarding manipulation under anesthesia.

For more information, contact the American Chiropractic Association, 1701 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209; 800-368-3083; 703-243-2593 fax; www.amerchiro.org.  CP

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Stress Remedy
Nelson Bach USA Ltd introduces Rescue Remedy Spray®, a stress-relieving portable spray.

Rescue Remedy Spray calms agitated emotions with a formulation that includes rockrose, star-of-Bethlehem, impatients, cherry plum, and clematis. Consumers can find Rescue Remedy Spray on the shelves of natural health food stores nationawide starting in Spring.

For additional information, contact Nelson Bach USA, 100 Research Dr, Wilmington, MA 01887; 978-988-3833; 800-319-9151; 978-988-0233 fax; info@nelsonbach.com;   www.nelsonbach.com.  CP

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Scheduling Software
Atlas Business Solutions Inc introduces the Visual Group Planner, an easy-to-use scheduling system to help coordinate staff, increase schedule communication, and boost productivity. Using state-of-the-art technology, the software is scalable to any business size. The system handles an unlimited amount of information per person per day and supports an unlimited number of users. Schedule information can be viewed hourly, daily, or weekly by position, department, and location.

Multi-user versions of the software allow simultaneous, real-time access to schedule information over a network. As information is entered into Visual Group Planner, the system automatically refreshes. Users can have read-write or read-only access and can view and print individual schedules via the Personal Schedule Reader.™ In addition, businesses can publish and email schedules.

For more information, contact Atlas Business Solutions Inc, 3330 Fiechtner Dr SW, Fargo, ND 58103; 701-235-5226; 800-874-8801; 701-280-0842 fax; www.absusa.com.  CP

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Single-Serving Protein
Nature’s Life® adds 23-g single-serve packets to its Green Whey Pro 96 proteins line. Each packet contains 17 g of protein and an unsweetened, all-natural combination of fiber, minerals, and phytonutrients, including carotenoids. Featuring a vanilla flavor, Green Whey Pro 96 contains no salt, starch, artificial flavors, colors, or rBGH. Packets are available in boxes of 12.

For more information, contact Nature’s Life, 7180 Lampson Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92841; 800-854-6837; 800-864-7744 fax; custsvc@natlife.com;   www.natureslife.com.  CP

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Website Builder
Dcfirst.com, Baltimore, introduces a visual tutorial to its online, step-by-step WebsiteBuilder™, as well as the ability for clients to add multiple links to their websites. The short animated tutorial shows chiropractors how to enter their website information. With the power to include their own links, chiropractors can take control of recommending websites that complement their practice and techniques. For more information, contact dcfirst.com; 410-365-1641; www.dcfirst.com.   CP

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Exercise Kit
VHI, Tacoma, Wash, announces its Plyometric, Stabilization, & Advanced Functional Exercises kit, a reproducible collection that contains 226 exercises for upper and lower extremities, trunk, and medicine ball. The kit also includes predesigned early, middle, and advanced sports conditioning programs for 15 different sports. The collection is available in VHI’s reproducible card format or the software program PC-Kits.

For more information, contact VH;I 253-536-4922; 800-356-0709; www.vhikits.com.  CP

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Lumbar Support
United Pacific Inc introduces the Thermoskin® Lumbar Support with Velcro straps to help relieve pain and injury in the back. Thermoskin pain relief products increase blood flow, wick away moisture, and provide therapy and support.

For more information, contact United Pacific Inc, PO Box 23585, Columbia, SC 29224; 803-735-0034; 803-735-3002 fax; thermoskin@thermoskin.com;   www.thermoskin.com.  CP

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Shoulder Stabilizer Video, CD-ROM
DM Systems Inc presents the Cadlow™ Shoulder Stabilizer video and CD-ROM. Designed for chronic shoulder subluxations and sporadic dislocations, the Cadlow Shoulder Stabilizer allows athletes to play sports without the fear of shoulder pain or reinjury.

The first of two programs that both the video and the CD feature is “Introducing Cadlow Shoulder Stabilizer.” It gives an overview of the product from concept to development, punctuated by interviews with the inventors and athletes who wear the stabilizer. Video showing athletes in action demonstrates athletes performing while wearing the shoulder stabilizer.

The second program, “Fitting and Applying Cadlow Shoulder Stabilizer,” is intended for health care professionals responsible for fitting stabilizers to athletes. This program illustrates the fitting and application process in step-by-step detail, from taking the measurements necessary to order the stabilizer to identifying the product components to fitting the stabilizer for the first time. The CD also includes literature describing the product.

For more information, contact DM Systems Inc, 1316 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201; 800-254-5438; 847-328-9561 fax; info@dmsystems.com;   www.dmsystems.com.  CP

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Pilates Equipment
PeakPilates, teamed with Power Pilates, offers the SportsMed™ Reformer and the Total PilateSystem™ instructor training program, designed exclusively for health and fitness facilities.

SportsMed is designed for athletes and sports medicine and rehabilitation professionals to address specific needs in performance training and clinical applications. It features a taller, larger frame with expanded carriage surface.

Total PilateSystem includes combination units, instructor training in the complete Pilates Method, creative programming, and on-going marketing support. With flexible formats and locations, the system is designed to meet the needs of health and fitness professionals. It equips instructors with a fundamental foundation to provide optimal results for clients. The total package also provides built-in program longevity through multiple programming and equipment options and maintains the integrity of the classic Pilates Method, incorporating all essential Pilates equipment in one training program.

The directors who serve on the Power Pilates instructor team bring more than 50 years of combined teaching experience to the Total PilateSystem training. The training is conducted onsite at individual clubs, at the Power Pilates studios in New York, and at regional facilities across the country, including Boston; Washington, DC; Chicago; Ft Lauderdale, Fla; and Atlanta.

PeakPilates also offers combination systems, Peak Reformers, Peak Cadillacs, Peak Chairs, Peak Barrels, Peak Mats, and accessories.

For additional information, contact PeakPilates, 5425 Airport Blvd, Suite 103, Boulder, CO 80301; 303-998-1531; 800-925-3674; 303-473-9142 fax; info@peakpilates.com;  www.peakpilates.com.  CP

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Massage Device
Nukkles® introduces its line of patented, hand-held massage devices.

The acupressure massage technique is accomplished with the domes of the Nukkles. Small rotations with Nukkles on pressure points and hard-to-reach areas relieve tension and headaches, soothe sore muscles, and stimulate circulation. For a relaxing massage, Nukkles’ ergonomic design contours to each body to massage away muscle tension. Nukkles combined with the company’s Aromatherapy Relaxing Massage Oil create a sensual massage. Nukkles also offers protective fleece bags for storage, acupressure belts, and Nuzzles pet massagers.

For additional information, contact Nukkles, PO Box 9, Chester, NJ 07930; 908-879-7762; 866-826-3984; 908-879-5717 fax; www.nukkles.com.   CP

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Patient Education Video
Oklahaven Children’s Chiropractic Center, Oklahoma City, offers its 40th Anniversary Video that celebrates the unique method of treating severely ill and disabled children. The 13-minute tape documents remarkable healing stories, which can be a great tool for educating potential and current chiropractic students, professionals, patients, and staff. Prices are: 1 video—$40 + $5 S&H; 3 videos—$100 + $6 S&H; 5 videos—$150 + $8 S&H.

Since 1962, Oklahaven has provided chiropractic to severely sick and handicapped children. The Center is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization by a volunteer group of six DCs. Oklahaven specializes in treating children that traditional Western medicine has been unable to help.

The mission of the Center is to provide chiropractic care for children. Its goals are to help children and their families learn to take responsibility for their own health and to show the public the power of chiropractic and a natural way of life.

Oklahaven sponsors an annual fundraising event in February called Have-A-Heart. During the week of Valentine’s Day, chiropractors show The Center’s video. With every donation to Oklahaven, their name is written on a heart and displayed on clinic walls. This gives DCs an opportunity to increase awareness of pediatric chiropractic within their practices, while supporting an internationally recognized nonprofit organization.

For more information, contact Oklahaven; 405-648-8807; www.chiropractic4kids.com.  CP

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Online Workshop
Health Visions Patient Education Co offers a free workshop over the Internet at www.chiropracticworkshop.com. Through this online slide presentation, the general public can learn more about chiropractic. All chiropractors may link this website to their own so that patients and potential patients can access it. The company also offers other patient education products, including videos, DVDs, and audio CDs.

For more information, contact Health Visions Patient Education Co, 1400 Adams Rd, Suite A, Bensalem, PA 19020; 888-480-1350; healthvisions@ aol.com;  www.chiroed.com. CP

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Video Analysis
MedTech-USA offers biomechanical video analysis testing and documentation of personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.

Video analysis identifies critical risk factors associated with unrestricted trauma disorders and back injury. Testing may be done in the office or on the job site. It can provide the whole picture of automobile and workers’ compensation cases. Video analysis tests dynamic range of motion, posture, joint analysis, and L5-S1 compression forces.

For additonal information, contact MedTech-USA, 908 Red Fox Rd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714; 866-225-5055; 407-682-3408 fax; backdoc2@prodigy.net;   www.medtechusa.net.  CP

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Office Design
Tim Stensrud Design Inc specializes in health care design for medical offices, corporate interiors, and space planning.

Stensrud believes aesthetics in chiropractic offices are important, but without proper traffic flow and function, they mean nothing. He also recognizes the importance of stepping through the door into an atmosphere of calm and order. In the reception area, he streamlines operations.

For additional information, contact Tim Stensrud Design Inc, 37 Graham Heights, Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada T8B1B6; 780-449-7272; 780-449-6525 fax; stensrud@telusplanet.net;  www.health-caredesigner.com.  CP

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Expert Witness Certification
Texas Chiropractic College, Pasadena, Tex, and HealthCare and Legal Review Consultants, Altamonte Springs, Fla, offer Medical-Legal Issues for Physicians Expert Witness Certification Course.

All modules are taught by experts in their respective field, ie, chiropractors, attorneys, law enforcement officers.

Courses are offered in Orlando, Fla, at the Hilton Garden Inn from 8am–8pm (12 hours) in Module 2: December 7; Module 3: January 11, 2003; Module 4: February 8, 2003; Module 5: March 8, 2003; and Module 6: April 12, 2003. The fee is $195 per module, $175 each for two or more modules, or $700 for all 8 modules. It is not required to take the certification classes in order. Modules 7 and 8 TBA.

Now available on video: distance learning for the expert witness certification course. This meets eligibility requirements to sit for the certification examination.

For additional information, contact MedTech-USA, 908 Red Fox Rd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714; 866-225-5055; 407-682-3408 fax; backdoc2@prodigy.net;    www.medtechusa.net.  CP

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Electrodes
Newwave Medical LLC adds a reusable 4-in by 6-in Butterfly electrode to its line of electrodes.

Designed for ease of paraspinal application, this electrode has a nonirritating hypoallergenic gel with an average use of 10 to 15 applications. The company’s electrodes have a silver-coated carbon film for uniform dispersion of currents, which eliminates hot spots. The Butterfly is available with white cloth or white foam backing.

For additional information, contact Newwave Medical LLC, 620 Haggard St, Ste 614, Plano, TX 75074; 972-516-8383; 888-513-9283; 972-516-0404 fax; www.newwavemed.com. CP