A guide featuring the latest products and services
Patient Tracking Chart
David Singer Enterprises offers The Two Vital Steps to Doubling Your Patient Retention™, a new manual and CD package to show patients how they are progressing with care. The manual shows doctors, step by step, how to use Singer’s patient progress chart so patients have a visual graph that shows their improvement after care. The program includes graphic examples of how to use the chart and when to use them during patient visits and two CDs of Singer walking through each step of a patient consultation using the chart.
David Singer Enterprises
1130 Cleveland St, Suite 210
Clearwater, FL 33755
(800) 326-1797
www.davidsingerenterprises.com
Anti-Aging Book
ChiroCredit.com offers The Ageless Advantage: Your Complete Resource for Living Longer Through Diet and Lifestyle. The book, authored by Gary Italia, DC, PhD, uses a Q-and-A format and includes chapters on exercise, stress, dietary habits, alcohol, smoking, antioxidants, and antiaging foods.
ChiroCredit.com
PO Box 15
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
(860) 463-9003
www.chirocredit.com
Exercise Mat
Thera-Band®, a division of The Hygenic Corp, offers its redesigned Thera-Band Exercise Mat with extra cushioned support to help protect against injury. The mats are high-density, lightweight, and do not contain polyvinyl chloride or latex. Easy to care for, they can be cleaned with soap and water. Each mat has predrilled hanging holes and comes with elastic straps for easy storage.
Nine different mats are available, all 75 inches long. Three mats are 24 inches wide and 0.6 inches thick, three are 24 inches wide and 1 inch thick, and three are 40 inches wide and 0.6 inches thick. Each size is available in red, blue, or green.
The Hygenic Corp
1245 Home Ave
Akron, OH 44310
(800) 321-2135
www.thera-band.com
Natural Supplements
Standard Process Inc offers two new supplements to the MediHerb line: PulmaCo, developed to support healthy respiratory tract function, and Thyroid Complex, designed to support healthy thyroid function. To ensure quality, many of the raw materials are grown organically on company-owned farms, and Standard Process monitors the raw materials throughout the manufacturing process using continuous quality control testing.
Standard Process Inc
1200 W Royal Lee Dr
Palmyra, WI 53149
(800) 848-5061
www.standardprocess.com
Balance Training
OPTP offers the BOSU® Balance Trainer, which has two functional surfaces to integrate dynamic balance with functional or sports-specific training. The burst-resistant dome can be used for balance, core stability, cardio, and proprioception training. The BOSU Balance Trainer integrates functional balance training by involving stabilizing muscles and dynamic movement patterns simultaneously. Packaged with a pump and instructional guide, the BOSU is also available in a Pro Pack, including a video and 120-page illustrated manual.
OPTP
3700 Annapolis Ln, Suite 175
PO Box 47009
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(800) 367-7393
www.optp.com
Meal Replacement
Natural Edge LLC introduces Trans-Plex™ Natural Fat Burner, a 100% natural complete meal replacement formula with conjugated linoleic acid and chromium. The formula has 3 grams of net carbohydrates and 25 grams of pure-blend whey protein. Easy to mix in water or milk, Trans-Plex Natural Fat Burner comes in three flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and orange creme.
Natural Edge LLC
2369 W Orton Cir
Salt Lake City, UT 84119
(800) 768-1883
www.trans-plex.com
OMCyriax Texts
OPTP offers updated texts for the Orthopaedic Medicine Cyriax (OMCyriax) method. Developed by J.H. Cyriax, MD, the method focuses on achieving a precise, useful diagnosis and to determine an efficient and safe treatment plan. Illustrated with 430 pages, the texts concentrate on the importance of diagnosis by using a standardized protocol for each joint. The texts are divided into two parts: part one covers basic and accessory functional examination of the extremities and spine, and part two covers a practical illustration of all deep transverse massage, mobilization, and manipulation techniques for the extremities and spine. OMCyriax visual formats are available to complement the texts and show correct body and hand placement for evaluations and techniques. VHS and DVD format options available.
OPTP
3700 Annapolis Ln, Suite 175
PO Box 47009
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(800) 367-7393
www.optp.com
Air Purification System
Airsonett introduces the Swedish mobile air purification system, which delivers clean-room quality air. Airsonett Airshower is based on the principle of nonturbulent displacement air flow. The system is placed approximately 20 inches above an individual’s head, and the clean, slightly cooled air moves slowly downward. According to the company, at least 99.95% of airborne particles greater than 0.3 µm are removed, such as viruses, bacteria, mite pollution, and pollen.
Airsonett
11192 Big Canoe
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 579-2226
www.airsonett.com
Practice Management Software
DB Consultants Inc offers a free trial to its AS/PC® for Windows Practice Management Software, a practice management and insurance-billing program available online. An extensive online library includes full installation manuals and workbooks, also available for download at no charge. New and existing AS/PC users benefit from easy access to comprehensive system documentation. Web site visitors can also review state-specific electronic claims information or select training options, including seminars and the AS/PC CD Tutorial. A CD-ROM version is available.
DB Consultants Inc
198 Tabor Rd
PO Box 580
Ottsville, PA 18942
(610) 847-5065
www.dbconsultants.com
Thompson Technique Videos
Wayne Henry Zemelka, DC, introduces the revised and expanded two-part video series for the Thompson Technique titled “Segmental Drop Adjusting.” These videos are used by chiropractic colleges and doctors to learn the gentle methodology of drop-table adjustments. Contact points, line of drive, and line of correction are explained in the videos. The five basic 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.
Wayne Henry Zemelka, DC
(563) 386-8585
http://showcase.netins.net/web/chirohealth
Management Consulting
Practice Perfect offers model clinics as well as national training management consulting. They also offer weekly newsletters, monthly updates, timely statistical analysis, quarterly seminars (174 Modules), and thousands of insurance letter templates.
Practice Perfect has set up more than 890 offices in 45 states. Practice Perfect’s staff consists of some of the country’s most adept doctors who have excelled in their respective cities.
Practice Perfect
1021 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA 90813
(888) 67-DAHAN
dahan@dahan.com
www.dahan.com
Vertebrae Poster
Med/ART offers Chain Reaction, a 21-inch by 25-inch poster illustrating a close up view of the vertebrae in color. Created by D. Krin Korkes, the poster can be custom framed. A series of interpretative anatomical art posters are also available.
Med/ART
PO Box 853
Morristown, NJ 07963
(973) 539-2179
www.medartposters.com
Golf Trainer
GolfGym offers the GolfGym PowerSwing Trainer™, a golf training and conditioning tool specifically designed to provide balanced muscle strengthening and muscle memory. The golf grip handle enables users to adjust their hand and body position to replicate proper swing mechanics. Appropriate set-up posture and golf-specific resistance is achieved with the GolfGym PowerSwing Trainer.
GolfGym
2708 S Grand Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(877) 446-5349
www.golfgym.com
Myofascial Pain Relief
Gebauer Co offers Fluori-Methane®, which can help ease the pain of myofascial pain syndrome with the use of the spray-and-stretch technique. After the Fluori-Methane is sprayed onto the spasm to cool the trigger point, a medical professional can stretch the muscles passively to bring relief.
Gebauer Co
9410 St Catherine Ave
Cleveland, OH 44104
(800) 321-9348
www.gebauerco.com
Customized Web Sites
Officite offers to develop a customized Web site free for 60 days without up-front fees or obligations. The Web site will contain more than 100 comprehensive pages of chiropractic-specific content, including information on subluxations, nutrition, exercise, anatomy, treatments, and health tips.
Officite
700 Commerce Dr, Suite 150
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(800) 908-2483
info@officite.com
www.officite.com
Ankle Brace
Swede-O Inc offers the Inner Lok8® ankle brace, ideal for daily or athletic activity to support weak or injured ankles. The Inner Lok8 has a patented internal figure-eight strap design. The straps are preconfigured through the inside so the brace can be applied easily by the user with little instruction. Constructed of ballistic nylon with a foam-padded interior, the seamless arch helps eliminate irritation to the bottom of the foot. The ankle brace also features Breath-O-Prene™, which wicks moisture from the skin.
Swede-O Inc
6459 Ash St
North Branch, MN 55056
(800) 525-9339
www.swedeo.com
Foot Stabilizers
Foot Levelers Inc offers Dynamic Response System (DRS) as an enhancement for the company’s various in-shoe Stabilizers, Shoethotics®, and Sandalthotics®, now available in mocha. DRS absorbs shock, supports locomotion, and transfers gait energy. It also works within the Stabilizer to support the body during the mid-stance phase of gait. This helps the foot and body remain balanced, whether moving on even or uneven terrain.
Foot Levelers Inc
PO Box 12611
Roanoke, VA 24027
(800) 553-4860
www.footlevelers.com
Warming Device
SeliCor Inc introduces the SeliTherm system, which utilizes form fitted garments and a portable control unit to deliver even, deep tissue warming. SeliTherm is FDA-approved and does not require attendance while administering treatment. It also treats the patient at a fraction of the power of other diathermy units.
SeliCor Inc
7000 N Mopac
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 514-6650
www.selicor.com
Outcomes Assessment
The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research offers the 2004 Outcomes Assessment CD-ROM, which contains more than 40 authorized questionnaires that are computer scored providing interpretation on every summary report. New features include four functional back evaluations (initial, secondary, intermediate, and advanced), four functional neck evaluations (neural tension, initial, intermediate, and advanced), and 150 functional spine exercises specific to functional deficits.
The Foundation for Chiropractic
Education and Research
PO Box 400
Norwalk, IA 50211
(800) 622-6309
www.fcer.org
Chaise Lounge Chair
DFE Inc offers the ErgoLounger, now with a powder-coated high-grade aluminum frame that resists rust and corrosion. Weighing only 11 pounds, the chair can hold up to 300 pounds. The ErgoLounger features durable fabric, an extra large frame, as well as adjustable abdominal, head/breast, and face pillows. The ErgoLounger passively stretches the vertebrae to relieve nerve and disk pressure.
DFE Inc
One Wood Spring Hill Dr
Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
(888) 820-6606
www.ergolounger.com
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