A guide featuring the latest products and services
2003 Product Guide
Foot Levelers Inc offers its 2003 Products Guide, featuring reviews of the newest advancements in Spinal Pelvic Stabilizer™ orthotics, Sandolthotics®, Shoethotics®, cervical support pillows, and rehabilitation equipment.
Readers will find detailed information on the Elite™ line of premium orthotics, featuring Dynamic Response System™, an enhanced Gait Cycle System® that supports the body like a suspension system; The Rio™, a customized Sandalthotic for women, designed for comfort and style; The 5th Avenue Collection™ for Women Only, a line of orthotics designed for the contours of a woman’s feet; The Escape™ and SideKick™ cervical support pillows featuring the patent-pending Sleep Cycle System™ that supports the spine when lying prone; The Associate™ and the Specialist™, state-of-the-art digital casting systems that create a progressive, high-tech image for chiropractors, who can use it to assist analysis and orthotic construction.
For additional information contact Footlevelers Inc, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027; 800-553-4860; www.footlevelers.com. CP
Ergonomic Chair
Ball Dynamics International introduces the Sit-A-Round Ball Chair, ideal for home or the workplace and designed to reduce back pain. The one out of four Americans who suffer an episode of back pain at some point in their lives, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, will find the Sit-A-Round Ball Chair useful in minimizing suffering.
The Sit-A-Round is composed of a large, inflated, fabric-covered, vinyl ball anchored to a swivel base. The dynamic seating design allows for supportive but comfortable resting positions. The principles of active versus passive seating come into play with the Sit-A-Round since the core torso muscles are used for stability and balance while sitting. Users will strengthen core muscles that support the spine and thus improve long-term back health.
Other features include height adjustment, 360° swivel capability, and casters for ease of movements.
For more information, contact Ball Dynamics International, 14215 Mead St, Longmont, CO 80504; 800-752-2255; www.ballydynamics.com. CP
Pain Therapy
Heel Inc offers Traumeel for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with sports injuries, repetitive-use injuries, sprains, backaches, and bruises in addition to minor arthritis pain and muscle inflammation. It is available over the counter in ointment, gel, liquid, oral vial, or tablet form as well as in a prescription injectable. With no adverse side effects, Traumeel is a safe, versatile medication for all ages. Traumeel is made up of a combination of 12 botanical substances and 2 mineral substances.
Backed by more than 2 dozen scientific and clinical studies, Traumeel has become—to millions of people worldwide—a trusted therapy for musculoskeletal aches and pains and an essential addition to at-home health care.
For more information, contact Heel Inc, PO Box 11280, Albuquerque, NM 87192; 800-621-7644; info@heelusa.com; www.heelusa.com. CP
Telephone Seminars
ChiroCredit LLC offers TeleSeminars, a 1-hour long weekly seminars offered through live telephone conference calls. The University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic developed a way to provide continuing education other than through a classroom. Attendants of the TeleSeminars will also receive chiropractic continuing education credits as with any normal seminar. Registration for courses is available online.
TeleSeminars offer a wide range of topics, including diagnostic imaging, occupational health, nutrition, physical diagnosis, sports medicine, orthopedics, and rehabilitation. Sessions take place during midday and evenings and last for 1 hour.
Paul Powers, DC, CEO of ChiroCredit, LLC, describes it as “a great opportunity to enhance the continuing education of the chiropractic physician by offering the most up-to-date and clinically relevant information available. For example, if doctors need 12 hours of continuing education, by being able to take a course in a variety of topics, the doctor will have a more well-rounded continuing education experience than attending a 12-hour seminar in only one topic.”
For more information, contact ChiroCredit LLC, PO Box 15, Rocky Hill, CT 06067; 860-463-9003; chiroeducation@aol.com; www.chirocredit.com. CP
Massage Cushion
Core Products International introduces the Max-Relax Face Cushion, which transforms any flat surface into a massage table, and the design offers full access to the back and neck without straining the head and neck to one side. The contour shapes of the face cushion allow the product to be positioned as a cervical roll. With an adjustment to the hoop-and-loop strapping, the cushion folds behind the knees to provide support while lying down or under your neck for resting.
The Max-Relax is constructed on precision cut foam coated with easy to care vinyl cover.
For additional information contact Core Products International, 808 Prospect Ave, Osceola, WI 54020; 800-365-3047; skrarup@coreproducts.com; www.coreproducts.com.
CE Seminars
The Master’s Circle and Life Chiropractic College West Continuing Education Program have pledged partnerships and will jointly launch seminars to promote the quality of the chiropractic profession. The first of such collaborative projects will be the Breaking the 80/20 Barrier Seminar held on September 12–13 in East Rutherford, NJ, where attendants will be awarded 4 credit hours for statewide continuing education requirements. Along the lines of such changes, the two organizations are in the process of obtaining approval for making additional credit hours available for future seminary attendances.
Masters Circle’s association with continuing education means more seminars for students of chiropractics featuring motivating lectures from respected names of the profession such as Bruce Lipton, DC; Guy Reikman, DC; and Reggie Gold, DC. Educational presentations are also available in the sponsored seminars. By merging the two programs, Continued Education and Master’s Circle have bridged the gap between chiropractic as a profession and chiropractic as a discipline.
For more information, contact The Masters Circle Inc, 3000 Marcus Ave, Suite 3E6, Lake Success, NY 11042; 800-451-4514; www.themasterscircle.com. CP
Women’s Orthotics
Foot Levelers Inc offers the 5th Avenue Collection™ for Women in the color black. Designed by a focus group of women who wanted a little extra with their orthotics, the 5th Avenue Collection has become the best selling women’s orthotic.
Among the collection is the Full Length 5th Avenue designed for laced shoes and offers extra padding to the ball of the foot. The new 7/8 length 5th Avenue is geared for women’s heels of more than 1 inch, providing extra cushion for the ball and added support. For clogs and mule shoes with open backs, the new 5th Avenue Illusion is a perfect fit. Deriving the name illusion from its ability to blend in with the shoe, the orthotic supports and stabilizes without jeopardizing comfort.
For more information, contact, Foot Levelers Inc, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027; 800-553-4860; www.footlevelers.com. CP
Foam Mattresses
Oh My Ach’N Back offers mattresses, overlay pads, and pillows, fabricated with 100% visco-elastic memory foam. The overlay pads come in three different thickness and two densities for most patient needs. Eight different pillows are available.
For more information, contact Oh My Ach’n Back, 4215 95 St SW, Suite D, Lakewood, WA 98499; 877-808-8913; www.ohmyachnback.com. CP
Tea Leaf Extract
Nashai Biotech LLC offers the Teaflavin® extract from tea leaves that has the ability to lower LDL cholesterol as shown in the results of a clinical study. The all-natural caffeine-free product normally found in tea leaves has been harnessed and encapsulated into a 375-mg dietary supplement pill. The capsule is marketed under the name TeaFlavin.
Confirmed by a double-blind study in a randomized and placebo-controlled trial involving more than 200 men and women ages 18 or older, Teaflavin extracts lowered LDL-C by 16.4% and raised HDL by 3% to 4%. Each capsule used contained 75 mg of Teaflavin, which is the equivalent of 35 cups of green tea. Few people can drink that much tea, which makes Teaflavin a cost-effective option for the same results.
For more information, contact Nashai Biotech LLC, 209 10th Ave S, Suite 332, Nashville, TN 37203; 615-373-9100; www.nashai.com. CP
Chiropractic Conferences
Foot Levelers Inc sponsors three conferences taking place this fall featuring many chiropractors speaking and testifying to their profession. Each of the three events, taking place in Los Angeles, Newark, and Chicago, will last 3 days; the events, called the Mega Conference, will take place on September 26–28, October 17–19, and November 4–16, respectively. Up to 20 hours of CEUs are available in each event for $149. The proceeds will be divided between the National Chiropractic Legal Action Fund and any chiropractic college.
The speakers’ list for the three conferences include many well-known names in the chiropractic profession such as William Austin, DC; Mark Charrette, DC; and Patrick Getempo, DC, to name a few. Topics for the speakers range from the ingredients of chiropractic success to SOT treatment of sacroliac sprain.
For more information, contact Foot Levelers Inc, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027-2611; 800-553-4860; www.footlevelers.com. CP
Chiropractic Nutritionist Program
David Seaman, DC, offers a 3-weekend chiropractic nutritionist program in seven locations in 2003: Palmer College, Davenport, Iowa; National College, Portland, Ore; New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY; Logan College, Chesterfield, Mo; Peoria, Ill; Philadelphia; and Nashville, Tenn. The program focuses on nutritional adjustment for subluxation, back pain, fibromyalgia, headaches, osteoporosis, endometriosis, digestive problems, Alzheimer’s disease, chronic fatigue, and colds and flu.
For more information, contact David Seaman, DC; seaman_d@palmer.edu; www.anaboliclabs.com. CP
Food Industry Book
Natural Health Partners offers Modern Foods: The Sabotage of Earth’s Food Supply by David Casper, MA, and Thomas Stone, ND, CN. The book documents the contamination of food and water supplies to demonstrate negative health affects, and provides solutions. Price is determined by the quantity of books ordered: 1– 9 books are $14.95 each at retail pricing; 10–99 books are $8.97 each at wholesale pricing; over 100 books are $7.48 at distributor pricing. Shipping and handling prices include: $5.95 for retail shipping and $9.95 for wholesale shipping; distributor shipping is free.
For additional information, contact Natural Health Partners, Modern Foods, PO Box 160, North St, MI 48049; 810-385-6737; 419-821-9766 fax; www.modernfoodbook.com. CP
Chiropractic Seminar
Palmer College of Chiropractic offers its Palmer Chiropractic Lyceum program at its campus in Davenpot, Iowa on August 7–9. Traditionally at a meeting of the minds in the field, the leaders of chiropractic today will unite with the leaders of tomorrow. The summit will feature chiropractic leaders and their breakthrough ideas and latest research on techniques, philosophy, and practice management. This gathering also allows chiropractors to set the agenda on bringing chiropractic to the mainstream of health care in the 21st century.
A lineup of prestigious chiropractic leaders will also be present at the conference to participate and promote this year’s Lyceum. Fabrizio Mancini, president of Parker College of Chiropractic; CJ Mertz, president of the International Chiropractors Association; and Darryl Willis, president of the American Chiropractic Association, are among the distinguished guests at the event.
For more information contact Palmer Chiropractic University, 1000 Brady St, Davenport, IA 52803-5287; 563-884-5726; www.palmer.edu. CP
Distance Learning Programs
MedTech-USA, in conjunction with Texas Chiropractic College, offers three distance learning programs: 1) the expert witness certification program; 2) the personal injury and accident investigation program allows participants learn PI management and accident investigation; and 3) the dynamic functional capacity evaluation program teaches biomechanical video analysis and testing for the documentation of PI and WC cases.
For additional information, contact MedTechUSA, LLC, 908 Red Fox Rd, Altamonte Springs, Fl 32714; 866-225-5055; www.medtechusa.net. CP
Pain Relief Equipment
Symdex LLC announces the FDA clearance and release of the Dermosonic. Features include temporary cellulite reduction, relief of minor muscle aches and pains, improved local blood circulation, and pain relief from muscle spasms and joint contractures.
The Dermosonic system features seven preset programs utilizing ultrasound projected from a 3 MHz applicator and an additional 1 MHz applicator. Among its systems, vacuum pressure massage is available through a noninvasive subdermal therapy. The Dermosonic comes with a facial hand piece and other multisized hand-pieces for the body, allowing the device to be applied in most regions.
For more information, contact Symedex LLC, 9220 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55431; 800-445-8418; info@symedex.com; www.symedex.com. CP
Migraine Treatment
NatureWell Inc offers MigraSpray, an over-the-counter homeopathic drug for the prevention and treatment of migraine headaches, as well as pain and symptoms associated with menstrual cycles, and tension and hangover headaches. Its primary ingredient is feverfew; other active ingredients include polyporus, goldenseal, and dandelion. Through sublingual application, MigraSpray promotes enhanced bioavailability and rapid absorption by directly entering the bloodstream through the mucous membrane under the tongue, avoiding degradation from exposure to the gastrointestinal tract and liver, which allows MigraSpray to work immediately to prevent future migraine headaches. MigraSpray is safe for regular daily use and for treating acute migraine attacks.
For more information, contact NatureWell Inc, 7855 Ivanhoe Ave, Suite 322, La Jolla, CA 92037; 858-454-6790; www.migraspray.com. CP
Pediatric Research
The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) offers a publication by Anthony L. Rosner, DC, research director of FCER, Infant and Child Chiropractic Care: An Assessment of Research. His latest monograph details an exhaustive review of theory, rationale, and evidence for the chiropractic management of pediatric patients. A companion resource to the text, Chiropractic and Kids is also FCER’s newest public education pamphlet.
Chiropractic and Kids discusses chiropractic for children in simplified terms and puts forth the argument that “mounting scientific evidence suggests that chiropractic care can be a natural management option” for children suffering from otitis media, colic, nocturnal enuresis, asthma, neurological disorders, headache, and lower back pain. Infant and Child Chiropractic Care is available in both print and CD-ROM.
For more information, contact The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research, 380 Wright Rd, Norwalk, Iowa 50211; 800-622-6309; fcer@fcer.org; www.fcer.org. CP
Chiropractic Books
Joel Margolies, DC, offers the following Chirosmart Books: Smart Start, Personal Injury Workshop, Chiropractic Workshop Workbook, Chiropractic Marketing & Public Relations. Smart Start contains 241 pages within eight chapters of practice management and public relations concerns. Personal Injury Workbook contains tips to create an alliance with the legal profession and includes a Soft Tissue Workshop Workbook to present to attorneys and paralegals. Chiropractic Workshop Workbook provides ideas to generate community workshops including introductory letters, flyers, and workshop ideas. Chiropractic Marketing & Public Relations is an introduction to creating chiropractic awareness within a community and stimulating staff.
For more information, contact Joel Margolies, DC; Chirosmart Books, 4910 LaVista Rd, Tucker, GA 30084; 770-491-3639. CP
Spine Care System
The Saunders Group Inc announces the release of the Saunders Spine Care System, a multicomponent treatment package clinicians will find convenient for many purposes. In addition to the four components of the system, the entire package includes comprehensive training and marketing support, benefiting both client and patient alike.
The system includes the Saunders 3D ActiveTrac traction/decompression table that treats spinal disorders and controls symptoms between visit with home cervical and lumbar traction devices; a patented stay-in-place back support that assists for early recovery; and the Total Back® exercise system for complete spinal rehabilitation.
The Saunders Spine Care system helps clinicians educate and rehab their patients at the same time. The treatment offers a comprehensive approach to treat the back up to the neck. Every major component to treat the length of the spine is included.
For more information, contact The Sauders Group Inc, 4250 Norex Dr, Chaska, MN 55318; 800-778-1870; www.thesaundersgroup.com. CP
Form Letters
PracticeMakers Product introduces a Chiropractic Form and Sample Letter Book complete with an updated companion CD-ROM. The newly revised book contains many variations of forms in a format that allows health professionals to modify or use them for their practices. Each letter or form is thoroughly explained, and the details are clear, concise, and practical for getting the right information.
The companion CD-ROM includes forms and samples in Microsoft Word documents suitable for printing and customizing personal letterheads. Users will find Informed Consents, Exam and History, Progress Reports, and Managed Care Forms among the forms and letters that can be put to immediate use.
For more information, contact PracticeMaker Products, PO Box 400, Norwalk, CA 50211; 800-345-3099; www.practicmaker.com/form_book.html. CP
Telecourses
ChiroAcademy® offers telecourses that feature practice development and management programs that are cost effective and convenient, and help solve everyday challenges of practice management. Topics include wellness marketing, streamlined procedures, communication, patient education, coaching services, staff training, and cash conversion. Also available is the new monthly audio subscription service dedicated to patient education and marketing.
For more information, contact ChiroAcademy, 4 Tealwood Dr, Charleston, IL 61920; www.chiroacademy.com. CP
Topical Refigerant
Gebauer Co offers Gebauer’s Instant Ice™ to provide relief for minor sprains, strains, and swelling. Gebauer’s Instant Ice is an over-the-counter topical skin refigerant for on-the-scene incidents. Instant Ice reduces pain and allows players to resume activity.
Gebauer’s Instant Ice is a nonprescription, nonflammable skin refrigerant used like ice. The product may be administered through steam or mist, nonozone -depleting cans.
For more information, contact Gebauer Co, 9410 St Catherine Ave, Cleveland, OH 44104; 800-785-3668; www.gebauer.com. CP
Marketing Seminars
Win/Win Professional Marketing & Sales Association offers the Strategic Marketing Plan and Tactical Event Calendar.
Win/Win will help chiropractors who want a marketing plan that also provides a road map for achieving goals in their practices. “DCs have different goals for their practice. Some DCs would like to build a large multi-office practice; others are looking to get more joy and satisfaction out of their practice, while maximizing their earning potential,” says President Ed Forteau. Plans are detailed in the e-book Why Your Marketing Doesn't Work (and What You Can Do to Correct It).
For more information, contact Win/Win Professional Marketing & Sales Association, 251 Woodlawn Dr, Stanton, MI 48888; 989-831-5910; winwinpro@earthlink.net. CP
Outcomes Assessment CD-ROM
FCER offers Outcomes Assessment 2003, a CD compilation of outcomes assessment questionnaires and forms. In 2003, the Bournemouth Back and Neck Questionnaires have been added to the more than 30 questionnaires.
The CD-ROM includes computer scored questionnaires with an ongoing outcome assessment summary report with comparative graphs over treatment time. It also includes an outcomes assessment narrative summary, which features narrative interpretation of the outcome tool data, patient results, treatment goals, current treatment results, and overall treatment results.
Outcomes Assessment 2003 received authorization from each copyright owner to use and score the various questionnaires and forms. Therefore, doctors of chiropractic can use the material without risking the fines associated with copyright infringement.
For additional information, contact FCER; 800-622-6309; www.outcomeassessment.org. CP
Adjusting Table
Distraction Enterprises LLC introduces Cox® Table, a flexion distraction table that allows DCs to direct its motion. The practitioner guides the table into numerous positions. Movements include: flexion of the lumbar spine or cervical spine or extension, axial distraction of the cervical spine, long Y-axis distraction of the lumbar spine, lateral flexion, and circumduction. When requiring a drop maneuver, the optional thoracic drop moves with the practitioner.
For more information, contact Distraction Enterprises LLC, PO Box 416, Laotto, IN 46763; 800-441-5571; 260-637-7324 fax; info@coxtable.com; www.coxtable.com. CP
Technique Video and Manual
VanGo Video Productions, Davenport, Iowa, offers the “Seminar in a Box” video and companion Thompson Technique manual that covers segmental drop adjusting in short segments covering specific analysis and adjusting procedures.
The video and manual are used by chiropractic colleges and field doctors to learn the gentle methodology of drop table adjustment. Contact points, line of drive, and line of correction are explained in the video.
The basic five categories of leg length inequality and adjusting procedures are covered to provide an easy-to-follow learning environment. Additional moves cover alternate and advanced adjusting procedures, as well as introducing people to the drop-table style of adjusting.
For additional information, contact VanGo Video Productions; 563-386-8585; http://showcase.netins.net/web/chirohealth. CP
Insurance Claim Guide
Dan Baldyga offers Auto Accident Personal Injury Insurance Claim (How To Evaluate and Settle Your Loss), which reveals the inside secrets of claim negotiating. It guides readers through the insurance claim process and answers the question: “How much is my pain and suffering worth?”
The book introduces the Baldyga Auto Accident Settlement Evaluation (BASE) formula, an evaluation tool that can determine the premium, mean, core, and low values. It teaches chiropractic patients the value of their legitimate motor vehicle accident or personal injury claims. By teaching the accepted principles that justify their demands, patients can avoid being victimized. The book also teaches how to supply adjusters with the documentation and proof needed to establish their claims.
For more information, contact Dan Baldyga, 19 Winona Dr, West Springfield, MA 01089; 413-733-0127; 413-731-8358 fax; dbpaw@attbi.com; www.autoaccidentclaims.com. CP
HIPAA-compliant Software
DB Consultants Inc offers AS/PC Practice Management Software to handle the increased demand by offices that are not HIPAA compliant to ensure meeting the deadline of October 15, 2003, and help incompatible offices adapt to the new system.
The new AS/PC Practice Management Software already supports the ANSI X12 format used by HIPAA, and many other venues for HIPAA implementation are under development nationwide.
Resolving compliance issues well before deadlines ensures better adjustments and allows more time for extensive training by specialists, who are available on-site, via PCAnywhere, or by phone.
For more information contact DB Consultants Inc, 198 Tabor Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942; 610-847-5065; www.dbconsultants.com. CP
Promotion Opportunity
Discovery Network's "Bill Frank's Forever Young" offers an opportunity for the chiropractic community to promote its field to 73 million homes through the Discovery cable network. The proposal is limited to 5,000 chiropractors willing to invest $1000 for 1 year, with first rights to renewal in the second season.
The offer also specifies that the 30-minute show will broadcast weekly to 73 million subscribers, and guarantee the chiropractic profession total sponsorship. The show will display a chiropractic health and wellness tip of the week every episode, depict chiropractic methods to enhance life quality, present an 800 referral number service to the 5000 chiropractors via zip code, have the support of nationally known fitness guru Bill Frank, provide additional support for the field, and help locate other health related business partnerships.
For more information, contact Andrew Mowry, DC, or Karen S. Kelley; 614-436-0058; karenkelleyprca@aol.com. CP
Interactive Website
Foot Levelers Inc offers on their website an interactive visual presentation for its latest foot scanning technologies—The Associate™ and The Specialist™. Log onto www.footlevelers.com/scanners for a comprehensive tour of the system. At the website, users will learn ways the newest digital foot-scanning technology can be implemented to enhance orthotics in practice.
With a user-friendly click-and-point interface, viewers are guided through the different features of the scanner. Users can also view samples of custom patient reports and screen shots of the scanner software, video testimonials, and actual scanned feet. Foot Leveler’s digital scanner engineers and customizes orthotics right down to pinpoint precision through its state-of-the-art technology. The system creates digital architectures of patients’ feet to maximize accuracy in orthotic customization, presents patients with confidential reports, and includes a Lateral Posture Check patient evaluation system to highlight the patient’s structural state.
The machines will attract and retain more patients to the practice through the Web demonstration.
For more information, contact Foot Levelers Inc, PO Box 12611, Roanoke, VA 24027-2611; 800-553-4860; www.footlevelers.com/scanners. CP
Massage Chair
Family Inada introduces the marketing of the Inada chair in the United States. Presently, the H.9 and the i.1 versions are the available massage chairs; H.9 is the newest model, featuring synchronized music and massage and i.1 has the same features as the H.9 except for the synchronized music. The INADA chair combines the techniques and abilities of a professional massage therapist and incorporates them into a luxury chair.
Another astonishing feature of this technology is a built-in infrared scan to identify the body’s various pressure points. The INADA chair was Japan’s top-selling luxury chair after receiving approval from the Japanese government for use in nonclinical applications.
For more information, contact Family Inada, 10 E 40th St, Suite 3301, New York NY, 10016; 877-224-6232; info@inada-chair.com; www.inada-chair.com. CP
Lumbar Support
FLA Orthopedic Inc, a manufacturer of orthopedic, sports medicine and occupational safety products, introduces the Soft Form Thermal Lumbar Support, which is ideally suited for patients with minor low backaches and pain. The device provides support for sprains, muscle soreness and strains, cramping, contusion, and during activities that stress the lower back. The Thermal Lumbar Support effectively maintains its hold for extended period of time. For hot/cold therapy treatment, a gel pack included with the Soft Form Thermal Lumbar Support can be heated in the microwave or stored in the freezer depending on the prescribed treatment.
Purchase of the Soft Form Lumbar Support comes with features such as the Reusable Soft Gel Pack, as mentioned above, mesh pockets to place the reusable thermal gel, criss-cross elastic straps designed to evenly distribute compression across the entire lumbar region, laminated nylon materials to form a broader base of support, and antiroll stays to keep the support in place and prevent rolling.
For more information, contact FLA Orthopedic Inc, 2881 Corporate Way, Miramar, FL 33025; 800-327-4110; www.softforminfo.com. CP
Rehab Exercise Equipment
Brookdale Medical Specialities Ltd offers exercise rehabilitation systems through the Response line. Seven different options of treatment products feature a wide array of free weights and machines for physiotherapy patients and therapy requirements.
The Response series of products include the Seated Leg Curl and Leg Extention combined with a Dual Range Limiter System, allowing for a compact unit featuring both. The customizable start and stop function sequences the range of motion to promote safety for the users. In addition to adjusting the motions, the leg rollers and backrest positions may be altered for optimal alignment and comfort.
The Abdominal/Back/Side Combination mac nes, also combined with the Dual Range Limiter System, allow patients to exercise safely and effectively within their limits. The machine is designed to strengthen the abdomen and the back and side flexion.
For the fitness rehabilitation market, the Response offers the Multi-Hip, constructed on solid welded frames made from heavy-gauge material.
To rehabilitate the upper and lower extremities of the torso, Response has the Cable Column. This machine has an adjustable upper-body stabilization support grip and adjustable pulley to withstand 180° pivots. Accessories including ankle/shoulder straps, Lat Bar, Tricep Bar, and Hand Grip arrive as an entire package with the unit. Weight stacks may be customized for more resistance.
The Four Stack Multi-Station combines many of the other systems of the Response line and conveniently packages it into a compact multistation featuring Pectoral and Leg Extensions, Lat Pulldown, Mid-Row Incline/Vertical Press and Leg Press. Along the lines of the merged system, the Mini Rehab Gym takes the concept further by offering a full range of station and combination units customizable to fit in any setting, including hospitals, senior homes, high performance centers and rehab clinics.
For more information, contact Brookdale Medical Specialities, Ltd, 418 Hanlan Rd, Suite 27, Woodbridge, ON L4L 3P6 Canada; 800-655-1155; brrokdale.rehabfit@on.aibn.com; www.brookdalemedical.com. CP
Chiropractic Information Web site
Chiropractic Gateway introduces an information service designed to assist chiropractors with: 1) attracting new patients and retaining established ones, 2) improving diagnostic acumen and patient management outcomes, 3) implementing effective practice development and management strategies, and 4) introducing ways to deliver the chiropractic message to the general public.
Bringing together national affiliates, industry leaders, business partners, and associations, Chiropractic Gateway will include hundreds of ChiroView Presents™ e-broadcasts, hundreds of live and recorded ChiroChat™ teleclasses, StraightTalk™ teleclass panel discussions, ChiroCredit™ online continuing education and distance learning, recorded lectures and streaming videos, research updates, late-breaking mainstream and alternative health care news and information, clinical forms for download, and seminar updates.
For more information, contact Chiropractic Gateway, 908-237-2727; info@chiropracticgateway.com; www.chiropracticgateway.com. CP
Cod Liver Oil Supplements
Nordic Naturals Inc announces the release of orange- and peach-flavored Arctic Cod Liver Oil, a new innovation in flavored fish supplementation, which was voted the best-tasting cod liver oil for 2003 by the American Tasting Institute. The new packaging of the oil provides options to those who do not wish to take their oils in liquid form.
Packaged in 8-ounce bottles and distributed to a professional line of doctors, chiropractors, and health practitioners, the solution is ideal for teaspoon ingestion.
For more information, contact Nordic Naturals, 5A Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076; 800-662-2544; www.nordicnaturals.com. CP
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