A guide featuring the latest products and services

Coolant Gel
Straight Arrow introduces Medic Ice, which may be used as a preadjusting or postadjusting analgesic coolant gel. Medic Ice reduces pain and myospasm that may be found at the site of subluxation. It does not contain capsicum, methyl salicylate, salicylic acid, or other heat-inducing ingredients. It may be used with or without ice packs.

Straight Arrow
PO Box 20350
Lehigh Valley, PA 18002-0350
(800) 827-9815

Compression Wrap
VitalWear Inc offers the VitalWrap® System, which reduces pain and swelling by providing controlled heating, cooling, and compression therapy. The all-in-one system treats any type of chronic or acute sports-related injury, enhances postsurgical recovery, and helps ease chronic pain due to arthritis and circulatory issues. The system’s patent-pending technology provides precise temperature control; alternating hot and cold contrast therapy; and comfortable, constant compression, which speeds healing.

VitalWear Inc
130 Produce Ave, Suite L
S San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 553-4100
www.vitalwrap.com

Foot Support Program
Fastech Labs introduces a foot support program with no up-front costs for chiropractic offices. Fastech provides all the equipment and the supplies needed to dispense Fastech foot orthotics. Fastech also offers a custom
sandal program.

Fastech Labs
1100 Owendale, Suite J
Troy, MI 48083
(800) 351-3668
www.fastechfootsupport.com

Force Gauge
Hoggan Health Industries Inc introduces the digiFET Miniature Push and Pinch Force Gauge for small ergonomic applications. The digiFET features load cell capacity up to 50 pounds and provides accurate force measurements in 1¼10-pound increments. In addition, the gauge features a Single-Finger Cot interlock sleeve for single-finger testing applications and a Multi-Finger Cot interlock sleeve for multi-finger testing applications. Software is provided that records, stores, and recalls the performed force tests. The software screen displays the time, peak force, and force curve over a time graph.

Hoggan Health Industries Inc
8020 S 1300 W
West Jordan, UT 84088
(800) 678-7888
www.hogganhealth.com

Massage Lounger
Panasonic introduces the Swede-Atsu WaveTM Massage Lounger EP1272. The three-motor massage lounger incorporates seven massage modes; four preprogrammed massages; and the ability to make manual adjustments to the time, intensity, and specific area for a more customized approach to massage therapy. The Wave Massage Lounger targets acupoints to help improve organs throughout the body. It offers four 15-minute preprogrammed massages in Swedish, Shiatsu, Hawaiian, or Compression styles. When used in conjunction with specific massage types, the user can create up to 80 manual combinations.
The Wave features an adjustable back range in three width settings that extends up to 5 inches to either side of the spine. It also has a 28-inch, dual-steel track that allows the user to choose how high the massage will extend on the neck, a five-stage speed control, and a five-step shoulder-height adjustment. The Wave also delivers a calf massage. The lounger is available in brown or black leather.

Panasonic
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
(888) 734-7490
www.panasonic.com

Sports Glove
SPRI Products Inc offers the Reset Glove™, which is used for sports applications that require fine motor skills. The Reset Glove, which isolates small muscles in the forearm, wrist, hand, and fingers, is suited for rehabilitation because of its ability to reset hypertoned muscles. The glove offers varying resistance levels and fits all hand sizes.

SPRI Products Inc
1600 Northwind Blvd
Libertyville, IL 60048
(800) 222-7774
www.spriproducts.com

Resistive Exercise Book
Thera-Band offers the book, Strength Band Training, which presents 106 exercises using resistive exercise bands and tubing to address every muscle group. The book contains explanations of how to use resistive bands and tubing to isolate muscles for a customized workout or as a supplement to free weights and machines. It also contains illustrations of exercises that emphasize core strength, speed, and agility; as well as sport-specific exercises for running, hockey, swimming, golf, baseball, softball, tennis, football, and soccer.

The Hygenic Corporation
1245 Home Ave
Akron, OH 44310-2575
(800) 321-2135
www.thera-band.com

Antifatigue Floor Mat
Therapeutica Inc offers the Therapeutica® Anti-fatigue Floor Mat, which eases the discomfort of foot, knee, hip, and back pain as well as any other condition that may be aggravated by standing on a hard surface for an extended period of time. The mat features a built-in arch support and therapeutic bubbles. Therapeutica can be used in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. The floor mat is effective when the user is standing with bare feet or slippers.
A 2-year warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee are offered.

Therapeutica Inc
40 Dynamic Dr, Unit 3
Toronto, ON Canada M1V 2W2
(800) 348-5729
www.therapeuticainc.com

Traction Units
Meditrac Ltd offers Vertetrac^®, a lumbar traction device that performs active physical therapy to treat lower back pain and sciatica. The portable, user-friendly Vertetrac carries out 3-D traction that allows patients to move and perform light rehabilitative activity.

The CerviCo 2000^® is a traction unit for the cervical spine that applies powerful yet controlled symmetrical or asymmetrical traction as well as adjustable horizontal pressure if required. The compact and portable unit also is designed to perform low-load (unloading) traction in the upright, seated natural spine position.

Meditrac Ltd
53 Pinkas St
Tel Aviv, Israel 62261
(866) 732-0170
www.meditrac.co.il

Foam Roller
OPTP introduces the Half Pro-Roller™, a lightweight and durable foam roller for athletes, patients, chiropractors, and trainers to use while engaging in rehabilitation exercises. The foam roller may be used for self-massage, balance, core stability, myofascial release, muscular flexibility, and dynamic strengthening. Its half-cylindrical shape is inherently unstable and challenges proprioception on two planes.

Its textured waffle design reduces slipping when balancing exercises are performed, and its closed-cell and heat-sealed engineering ensures long-term use. The closed-cell construction keeps germs on the surface, where they can be easily wiped off. The 3 x 36-inch roller comes in a teal and white “wave” color.

OPTP
3800 Annapolis Ln, Suite 165
PO Box 47009
Minneapolis, MN 55447-0009
(800) 367-7393
www.optp.com

Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers
Foot Levelers Inc offers the Elite™ XL, the Extreme™ XL, and the UltraLuxury® spinal pelvic stabilizers. The insoles carry the 2-year freedom guarantee, ensuring problem-free wear for 24 months, and feature a premium natural Lambson Leather™ top similar to leather used in fine gloves. Elite XL stabilizers come in a full-length style, and the Extreme XL and UltraLuxury stabilizers are available in full and 3¼4- length, a dress version, and in combinations for continued support when changing shoe styles.

The Elite XL offers the Dynamic Response System (DRS) and the patented Extreme Gait Cycle System® which supports and protects through all phases of gait. It has 75% more Zorbacel® to absorb shock on heel strike, StanceGuard™ for sturdy support at midstance, and 50% more Propacel™ for an energetic boost at toe-off. The DRS acts as a suspension system by reacting to variable loads during walking, jumping, and running on bumpy or uneven surfaces. It also eases adaptation time.

The Extreme XL supports and protects with the patented Extreme Gait Cycle System, and the UltraLuxury offers the patented Gait Cycle System. Luxury Stabilizers are recommended for moderate-to-intense activity levels and sensitive feet.

Foot Levelers Inc
PO Box 12611
Roanoke, VA 24027-2611
(800) 553-4860
www.footlevelers.com

Laser Therapy
LazrPulsr Systems c/o Williams Healthcare Therapeutics offers LazrPulsr 4X, a low-level laser therapy unit that has the capacity to accurately perform frequency therapy above 20,000 Hz in a beam of laser light. The LazrPulsr 4X targets specific tissues and enhances tissue healing. It helps treat lower-back, cervical, neuromuscular, joint, and muscle pain, chronic fatigue, and arthritis. It features up to 50 preprogrammed frequency therapies and includes a holding and charging cradle, a package of 6 disposable end caps, a carrying case, treatment guides, and a 110-V wall transformer power supply.

LazrPulsr Systems c/o Williams Healthcare Therapeutics
158 N Edison Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
(800) 441-4967
www.lazrpulsr.com

Pain-Relief Cream
Golden Tiger Distribution LLC offers Muscular and Arthritic Natural Relief Cream with natural plant extracts that help treat arthritis, sore muscles, headaches, muscle cramps, and backaches. The animal-free product contains no alcohol, oils, or waxes.

Golden Tiger Distribution LLC
10100 Wilshire Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 857-9500
www.goldentigerpainrelief.com

Exercise Trainer
Fitter International Inc offers the Xco Trainer, which builds and tones muscles while strengthening the surrounding connective tissues and stabilizing the joints. When used in rehabilitation, the Xco Trainer reduces the risk of injury and supports the healing process.

The Trainer is a closed aluminum tube filled with granulate. Moving the tube in different directions shifts the granulate in the tube and creates a delayed soft impact at the end of each movement, resulting in mechanical overload at the critical point in the movement that changes from eccentric to concentric.

Fitter International Inc
3050, 2600 Portland St SE
Calgary, AB, Canada T2G 4M6
(800) Fitter-1
www.fitter1.com

Cleansing Tea
Edom Laboratories Inc introduces Chiro Klenz Tea to cleanse the colon. Chiro Klenz is a detoxification and cleansing tea that contains: Locust plant (Cassia Augustifolia Senna), a safe laxative that tones and restores the digestive system as it cleans the colon; Malva Verticellata (High Mallow), a demulcent that is anti-inflammatory and is known for its expectorant, astringent, and laxative qualities; and Gynostemma (Pentaphyllum), which helps regulate the body fat metabolism and helps balance the liver by effectively blocking the body’s conversion of sugar into stored fat. Gynostemma rids the body of toxins, microbes, and waste that may become lodged in the intestines. It is also rich in amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals.

Edom Laboratories Inc
100-M E Jeffryn Blvd
Deer Park, NY 11729
(800) 723-3366
www.edomlaboratories.com

Coding Solutions Manual
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) offers the 2005 Chiropractic Coding Solutions Manual, which is developed exclusively by doctors of chiropractic. The spiral-bound, 6- x 9-in manual features color-coded tabs for easy searching, a glossary, and a free CD-ROM.

The manual also includes sample insurance appeal letters, talking points, and clinical examples, as well as essential chiropractic coding information.

ACA
1701 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209
(800) 986-4636
www.amerchiro.org 

Chiropractic Books
Joel Margolies, DC, offers the following Chirosmart books: Smart Start, Personal Injury Workbook, Chiropractic Workshop Workbook, and Chiropractic Marketing & Public Relations. The 241-page Smart Start deals with practice-management and public-relations concerns. Personal Injury Workbook contains tips for creating an alliance with the legal profession and includes a Soft Tissue Workshop Workbook to present to attorneys and paralegals. Chiropractic Workshop Workbook provides ideas for generating community workshops, including introductory letters, flyers, and workshop ideas. Chiropractic Marketing & Public Relations includes tips to help you stimulate your staff and create chiropractic awareness within your community.

Chirosmart Books
4910 LaVista Rd
Tucker, GA 30084
(770) 491-3639

Marketing Tools
Foot Levelers Inc introduces a Success Kit that includes Foot Levelers’ marketing tools with the necessary educational and practice resources to help DCs get started with Foot Levelers. The compact kit includes marketing and patient-education materials, casting kits, and sample Stabilizers.

Foot Levelers Inc
PO Box 12611
Roanoke, VA 24027-2611
(800) 553-4860
www.footlevelers.com

Digital Imaging System
Quantum Medical Imaging offers Chiro-PacX, a complete PACS and image display unit. Chiro-PacX features an image gateway that provides a central point for the receipt and distribution of all digital images. Multiple devices can be connected to the unit. Chiro-PacX can hold 15,000 or more 14- x 17-inch sheets of x-ray film.

A removable hard-drive backup system backs up the same images that are stored in the online hard drive. CDs can be burned with labels of patients’ images for distribution to patients and other medical professionals. Chiro-PacX includes window, level, zoom, pan, annotation, measure length, angle, invert, and rotate features.

Quantum Medical Imaging
2002 Orville Dr N
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 567-5800
www.quantummedical.com

Practice-Management Software
ChiroTouch introduces an office-management software solution that handles every step of a patient’s visit from the initial patient appointment and treatment plan, to billing, and reporting. The system features electronic medical records management, appointment scheduling, electronic claims processing, patient billing, automated SOAP notes, patient letter and label generation, statistics and reports, touch screens, and wireless tablet PC technology. The software increases profitability through reduced costs and improved staffing efficiencies, and reduces manual paper processes.

ChiroTouch
1666 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102
(800) 852-1771
www.chiro-touch.com

Chiropractic Software
Clinic Pro Software offers Clinic Pro Chiropractic, a practice-management program with appointment scheduling, insurance billing, management reports, mail-merge letters, narrative writing, SOAP notes, and patient-statement features. The software allows the user to have an appointment book loaded in the background while running patient statements, doing billing, or creating a special patient letter.

ClinicPro Software
80 Juniper Dr
Sedona, AZ 86336
(800) 351-2776
www.clinicpro.com