A guide featuring the latest products and services
Foot/Postural Disorder System
Diagnostic Support USA offers the Electronic Baropodometry (EBP), a system that the study and monitoring of patients affected with foot and postural disorders. EBP incorporates: 1) a modular foot pressure Platform with software for static, dynamic and posturographic readings and automatic data interpretation; 2) an imaging system for acquiring real-time video simultaneously with a static or dynamic (while walking) posturographic examination; 3) body analysis Kapture Software that acquires four views of the body and provides calculations of the lengths and angles of the various body segments.
The system also records plantar pressure patterns, peak plantar pressure points, surface support area, body barycentre, and the center of pressure of each limb (to show any rotations or dysmetria of the superstructure).
Diagnostic Support USA
1112 Eden Way N, Suite D
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 647-4335
usa@diasu.com; hallca@cox.net
www.diasu.com
Shoulder Wrap
Sroufe Healthcare Products offers PneuGel shoulder wrap, designed for cold therapy and compression for postinjury situations. The wrap includes two bladders, making it possible to freeze one while wearing the other. A freezable gel compartment provides 35 to 40 minutes of cold therapy. Terry cloth provides next-to-skin comfort. The gel bladder is backed by a seperate inflatable air compartment for support and compression. The accessible air valve allows for easy inflation or deflation. A nylon fabric/foam cover with a Velcro strap and the adjustable body strap firmly hold the PnueGel bladder next to the body.
Sroufe Healthcare Products
PO Box 347
Ligonier, IN 46767
(260) 894-4171
www.sroufe.com
Spinal Muscle Monitor
LPG One introduces Spine Force, a device that monitors core spinal muscles in motion and helps condition the body from the inside, reinforcing the spinal structure and increasing overall stability and posture. Visual monitors on the machine give doctors an instant map of the strength or weakness of the spinal muscles. A motorized, oscillating platform causes instability, causing the spine to strive to maintain equilibrium. Ergonomic arms adapt to all patient body types and sizes.
LPG One Inc
7060 State Rd 84, Suite 1
Davie, FL 33317
(954) 476-7199
www.lpgone.com
Interchangeable Poster System
Health Visions Patient Education Co introduces the Inter-Changeable Poster System. To be an effective and practice-building tool, posters must be rotated regularly and kept fresh.
The Inter-Changeable Poster System includes three sets of 36 designs: 1) holidays and seasons, 2) great auccess, and 3) practice building. Each set is sold separately along with custom acrylic frames that make the rotation of the posters easy. Purchase all three sets for a discount.
Health Visions Patient Education Co
1609 S Woodbourne Rd, Suite 204-B
Levittown, PA 19057
(888) 480-1350
www.chiroed.com
On-site Electrodiagnostic Testing
VeridianHealth LLC introduces three programs strategically structured to help doctors build and grow their practice base. VeridianHealth is the newly formed parent company of the on-site electrodiagnostic (EDX) testing and physical therapy (PT) service entities: Diagnostic Testing Centers of America (DTCA), HTZ Technical Services Inc (HTZ), and ZT Technical Services LLC (ZT). The following programs are offered:
1) DTCA: The DTCA affiliate program offers regularly scheduled EDX testing to patients in the doctors’ offices. Affiliates enjoy access to distinguished advisory board members.
2) FirstDiagnostics (previously ZT and HTZ): This program offers an opportunity to lease technicians, such as neurologists and radiologists, who provide on-site EDX tests as needed under a doctor’s direction.
3) FirsTherapy Plus: The program delivers on-site, on-demand EDX and PT services to patients during regular practice hours. The physician is able to expand practice offerings to include testing, interpretation, and rehabilitation services.
VeridianHealth LLC
1650 Lake Cook Rd
Deerfield, IL 60015
(877) 837-4342
www.veridianhealth.com
Spinal Pelvic Stabilizer
Foot Levelers Inc introduces UltraTough, a durable, high-performance spinal pelvic stabilizer that can withstand the wear and tear of intense activity.
The UltraTough‚ features the patented Gait Cycle System‚ offering complete support and comfort from heel to toes. The Zorbacel heel pad absorbs damaging heel-strike shock, the StanceGuard layer provides flexibility and control, and the Propacel pad provides an energetic boost on toe off. The UltraTough is thin enough to be inserted into many lace-up dress shoes, or it can be inserted into an athletic shoe to give long-lasting support during vigorous workouts. Also added is a moisture-resistant leather top.
Foot Levelers Inc
PO Box 12611
Roanoke, VA 24027-2611
(800) 553-4860
www.footlevelers.com
2004 LBP Symposium
The Southern California University of the Health Sciences (SCUHS) and the National University of the Health Sciences (NUHS) offers the 2004 Symposium on Neurological and Other Causes of Low Back Pain on November 20–21 at the Rio Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas.
Presenters at the 2004 Symposium include: James M. Cox, DC, DACBR; Mark Sanna, DC, CCRD; Rand Swenson, DC, MD, PhD; and Terry R. Yochum, DC, DACBR, Fellow ACCR, LACC Adjunct Professor.
Tuition is $199 for the first attendee and $150 for additional attendees. For DTCA affiliates, the $199 tuition is paid by DTCA. Course registration can be accessed by contacting SCUHS.
SCUHS
16200 E Amber Valley Dr
Whittier, CA 90604
(800) 221-5222; (562) 902-3379
www.scuhs.com
Eye Pain Relief Pillow
IMAK Products Corp introduces the Eye Pillow, its latest pain relief products that relieves sinus pain and soothes tired, puffy eyes.
The Eye Pillow provides cool relief without the shock of ice or gel. Unlike other leading brands made of gel, buckwheat, or lavender, IMAK uses its ergoBeads technology—smooth plastic beads that provide a gentle massage to your face.
ErgoBeads are naturally cool, and freezing them further enhances their effectiveness. Filled with these beads, the Eye Pillow blocks out light, spreading a gentle, soothing weight around your eyes. The Eye Pillow is also excellent for other uses including relaxing, meditating, traveling, or even to help you sleep.
The Eye Pillow has a contoured shape to fit perfectly around your eyes. An elastic strap keeps the Eye Pillow in place. Two sewn-in darts leave plenty of room for your eyes and lashes. Covered with breathable cotton Lycra, the Eye Pillow is washable for easy care.
IMAK Products Corp
2515 Camino Del Rio S 240
San Diego, CA 92108
(800) 231-8226
www.imakproducts.com
Web-based Management Service
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announces its endorsement and exclusive distribution of Chirocere, a Web-based service designed to revolutionize the management of chiropractic offices. The new Chirocere service reduces overhead costs and streamlines clinical and administrative operations for practices of all sizes, so chiropractors can spend more time caring for their patients.
Chirocere eliminates the need for costly software, maintenance, and upgrades associated with traditional office management. Chiropractic professionals need only a computer with a broadband or cable Internet connection to implement, maintain, and benefit from this new administrative tool.
Benefits of Chirocere include: no acquisition charges, support fees, and upgrade charges; real-time cash and financial management; 24/7 access to patient and treatment information from any Internet-connected computer; free online demonstrations through ACA’s Web site; and HIPAA compliance.
American Chiropractic Association
Chirocere
1701 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209
(866) 573-9404
memberinfo@amerchiro.org
www.amerchiro.org
www.chirocere.com
Reports Package
Business of Chiropractic Publishing offers Power Reports, a series of 40 reports by Ivan Delman, DC, designed to make your practice more profitable and easier to manage.
The Power Reports package is separated into three groups: marketing secrets, personnel power, and smooth operations. Topics include marketing and intangible niche marketing for chiropractors, POP sales and other ways to waste cash, how to save money with an independent contractor, hiring terrific employees, staff discipline, 10 ways to reduce overhead, choosing an accountant, and how to work less and do more.
Ivan Delman, DC
Business of Chiropractic Publishing
576 Soldier Creek Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97526
ivan@businessofchiropractic.com
www.businessofchiropractic.com
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.
MedTechUSA, LLC
908 Red Fox Rd
Altamonte Springs, Fl 32714;
(866) 225-5055; www.medtechusa.net
Research Conference
The Upledger Foundation announces the Ninth International Research Conference Beyond the Dura ‘05, which will bring together health care experts from a variety of disciplines to present new developments in complementary and alternative medicine. The conference will be held in Jupiter Beach, Fla, April 27–May 1, 2005.
Speakers include Jonathan Cayle, MD, and Carol McLellan, CMT, who will present ways practitioners can effectively incorporate CranioSacral Therapy into childbirth.
Other presenters and panelists will present an interdisciplinary look at methods of using complementary care on diverse patient populations: John E. Upledger, DO, OMM; Dee Dettmann Ahern, RPT; Don Ash, PT, CST-D; Roy Desjarlais, LMT, CST-D; Andrew Fryer, MD, FAAP; Tim Hutton, PhD, LMP, CST-D; Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC, CICE; and more.
Tuition for the 4-day conference, which coincides with the Upledger Institute’s 20th anniversary celebration, ranges from $300 to $595. Register by September 24, 2004, and save $100.
Conference proceeds benefit the Upledger Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing new therapeutic approaches that enhance health and well-being.
Upledger Institute Inc
11211 Prosperity Farms Rd, Suite D-325
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 622-4334
(800) 233-5880, ext 90012
upledger@upledger.com
www.upledger.com
Vitamin and Mineral Supplement
Tahitian Noni International introduces Tahiti Trim Plan 40 Women’s Essential Hoa Blend. Created specifically for women over 40 to aid in weight loss and management, this new blend contains morinda citrifolia (noni) and more than 30 essential vitamins, minerals, and phytoestrogens to help balance hormones and calm menopausal symptoms. This blend is an important part of the Tahiti Trim Plan 40 system and is formulated with the antioxidants of noni, vitamins E, B6, and B12 to support normal heart function, higher energy levels, and a healthy immune system. The supplement uses a coating system that coats individual ingredients instead of just the tablet. Ingredients are then delivered to the body at the right time and place for optimal benefit.
Tahitian Noni International
PO Box 4000
Orem, UT 84059
(801) 234-1000
www.tni.com
Cellular Health Formula
Life Management Inc introduces a suite of nutritional formulations designed to promote cellular health. These new formulations cleanse, rebuild, maintain, and protect the body’s cells.
All components of the Life Management Formula are made from the finest ingredients from around the world and manufactured to exact standards of purity. The program is simple, comprehensive and designed for bodies of all ages and activity levels. These products include intestinal cleanse, intestinal rejuvenation, and blood cleanse.
Life Management Formula
1201 Oakfield Dr, Suite 104
Brandon, FL 33511
(866) 685-5433
lifeformula@aol.com
www.lifemanagementformula.com
Chiropractic Books
Joel Margolies, DC, offers the following Chirosmart books: Smart Start, Personal Injury Workbook, Chiropractic Workshop Workbook, and 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 stimulating staff and creating chiropractic awareness within a community.
Chirosmart Books
4910 LaVista Rd
Tucker, GA 30084
(770) 491-3639
Spine Adjusting Approach
Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic introduces the Sherman Package, an analysis and adjusting approach for the entire spine with several safe and effective analytical and corrective procedures for each segment of the spine.
Recognizing the serious implications of vertebral subluxations, ascertained through the philosophical model, the Sherman Approach is methodical and the attitude toward the analysis and correction is focused on the best technology. It is developed into a comprehensive and coherent full-spine approach, with an upper cervical focus. The primary objective of the Sherman Package is to refine the art of analysis and technique, giving specific adjustments to the fewest number of vertebrae, the least amount of times, with the least amount of force.
Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic
PO Box 1452
Spartanburg, SC 29304
(800) 849-8771
www.sherman.edu
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
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