Neuropatholator Software
Visual Odyssey offers Neuropatholator Software, which provides an interactive, in-depth, multilingual library of 1,000 chiropractic graphics, animations, and videos. The software offers patient motivation in the adjusting room with the customizable 60-visit program. It may also be used for reports of findings, lectures, waiting rooms, and screenings.
Visual Odyssey Inc
22 Windridge Lane
Temple, GA 30179
(800) 541-4449
www.visual-odyssey.com
Flexion Table
Hill Laboratories offers the Air-Flex Flexion Distraction Table, which features air-powered manual flexion and optional motorized auto-flexion. The Air-Flex features variable-speed motorized flexion from 1 to 28 rpm. Standard features include an electric adjustable height with dual rocker foot pedals, a tilting headpiece, a thoracic abdominal release (locks at any angle), a slideout ankle support with ankle harnesses, a pelvic lateral motion with gear lock, an adjustable patient "Gripper Bar," and a patient-shutoff switch. Options include cervical, thoracic, and pelvic drops. A 1-year warranty is included.
Hill Laboratories Co
3 N Bacton Hill Rd
Frazer, PA 19355
(610) 644-8598
www.hilladvertising.com
Digital Imaging
Quantum Medical Imaging introduces its CR 30 SP and CR 35 SP digitizers with Agfa technology. The CR 30 SP and CR 35 SP packages offer features and options that are directly and indirectly responsible for the increased interest in the computerized radiography systems. The SP packages feature a 19-inch touch screen, four cassettes, the ability to process 50 plates per hour, CD-burning capabilities, and a low power consumption.
Quantum Medical Imaging LLC
2002 Orville Dr N
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 567-5800
www.quantumchiro.net
Adjustment Tool
Pettibon System introduces the Negative Z, which holds the atlas while the skull is flexed or extended, causing the condyles to rotate in the lateral masses of the stable atlas. Negative Z also is useful for adjusting the lower cervical spine, the knee, and the foot. The instrument features a patented drop mechanism with a cocking arm, which allows the application of multiple toggles. A head halter allows adjusting children or older patients who have difficulty holding the head and neck in the flexed position during the adjusting process.
Pettibon System Inc
3208 50th ST CT NW, Suite 102-B
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(888) 774-6528
www.pettibonsystem.com
Mobility Chair
Pettibon System offers the Wobble Chair™. The chair is height-adjustable and features a specially designed seat, which provides 360° of rotation, 40° of side-to-side flexion, and 35° of front-to-back flexion on a universal-type joint to facilitate possible combinations of exercise motion needed for lumbar disk mobility, rehydration, nutrition delivery, and waste elimination.
Pettibon System Inc
3208 50th ST CT NW, Suite 102-B
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(888) 774-6258
www.pettibonsystem.com
Pulse Therapy
Advanced Musculoskeletal Therapies introduces the Storz Medical D-Actor® 100 for noninvasive Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy. The D-Actor 100 is a deep-tissue biomechanical stimulator used to relieve pain and restore mobility in muscles, tendons, bones, and arthritic joints. It also may be used to treat back pain, neck and shoulder pain, tension headaches, and chronic myofascial pain.
Advanced Musculoskeletal Therapies LLC
6260 Weatherly Dr
Atlanta, GA 30328
(800) 270-1141
www.d-actor.com
Self-Massage Device
Power Systems offers Thera Cane®, a self-massage device that lets users apply pressure to the right spot on sore muscles and trigger points on the body to obtain relief from muscle spasms and tightness. The cane may be used to relieve myofascial pain. Its fiberglass construction allows a light flexing action when pressure is applied. Multiple pressure knobs pinpoint the exact area to be released. Thera Cane is recommended as part of a program of heat/cold therapy and appropriate stretching and exercise.
Power Systems
PO Box 31709
Knoxville, TN 37930
(800) 321-6975
www.power-systems.com
Children’s Supplement
Drucker Labs offers intraKID™, a nutritional supplement for children. The formula uses the company’s proprietary intraCELL V technology and balanced nutrients for childrens’ needs. intraKID comes in 2-ounce travel size bottles in a raspberry flavor. It supports several health concerns for children, including solid nutritional foundation, neurocognitive brain function, digestion, focus and concentration, mood regulation, short- and long-term memory, sleep and wake cycle, immune-system response, sugar control, respiratory support, and growth and development. It contains more than 215 nutrients and no synthetics, preservatives, additives, caffeine, gluten, wheat, dairy, corn, yeast, soy, or animal products.
Drucker Labs
2601 Dublin Rd
Parker, TX 75094
(888) 881-2344
www.druckerlabs.com
Heel Lift
G&W Heel Lift offers the Adjust-a-Lift Heel Lift, which is a firm support used under one heel to compensate for a leg-length discrepancy (anisomelia), for lower back anomaly with related back pain or to ease tension on the Achilles’ tendon. The G&W Adjust-a-Lift is made from three 1¼8 –inch layers of neoprene rubber and a leather top cover. The layers can be removed to get the right height when placed in the shoe. The additional leather layer provides more lift than a pad. With Adjust-a-Lift, the user does not need to remove the existing insole or footbed of the shoe. The top leather cover is absorbent and comfortable, and lasts as long as the pair of shoes in which it is placed. The lift is available in three sizes.
G&W Heel Lift Inc
PO Box 213
Cuba, MO 65453
(800) 235-4387
www.gwheellift.com
Patient-Education Poster
Chiro-Manis introduces the Cervical Spine Diagnosis patient-education poster, a tool that makes a practice’s report of findings more effective. The poster is designed by James Cox, DC, DACBR, and illustrates cervical spine conditions and their effects on patients' health. The poster is 2 feet x 3 feet and is laminated with eyelets for easy hanging.
Chiro-Manis Inc
619 E Dupont Rd, PMB 98
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
(800) 441-5571
www.coxtechnic.com
Fat-Burning Manual
Eric Berg, DC, introduces The 7 Principles of Fat Burning, a book that teaches how fat-burning hormones from food and exercise influence body types. The book contains exercises and diets that will help individuals with ovary problems, thyroid conditions, and a malfunctioning liver lose weight the healthy way. Berg also details food plans that address different body types and explains how balancing certain types of foods gets the body to heal itself.
Eric Berg, DC
4613 E Pinecrest Office Park Dr Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 256-6300
www.BodyRt.com
Free Bed Program
MyComfort introduces a Chiropractor Retailing Program to help chiropractors increase their bottom line while helping patients achieve a better night of sleep. Participating chiropractors receive two free Chiropractic Sleep Solutions Beds (pictured)—one for personal use and one for clinic display—and a $500 bonus for every bed they sell to their patients. The program gives chiropractors exclusive distribution rights for the Chiropractic Sleep Solutions Bed and access to PURL marketing technologies. The Chiropractic Sleep Solutions Bed provides spinal alignment, pressure relief, and back support. It uses multipatented Intelli-Gel technology and NASA memory foam to provide comfort for patients with painful conditions.
MyComfort
123 E 200 N
Alpine, UT 84004
(801) 756-2600 ext. 211
www.MyComfortMyWay.com
Product Guide
Foot Levelers introduces its 2007 Product and Resource Guide, which features the company’s Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers, Sandalthotics®, Shoethotics®, cervical support pillows, rehabilitation equipment, and digital scanning technology. The 14-page resource guide includes a "How To" section on screening patients, casting and measuring patients, and billing and talking to patients. The product guide also includes the following products: the Associate™ Platinum Starter Kit, which includes the Associate Platinum digital scanner, the Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers wall display with samples, a patient DVD about postural support, and the "How to Get Paid for Orthotics" insurance-reimbursement guide; the Associate Platinum™ Level 1 Package, for those who only need the scanner; Streamlined Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers; the Brooks® Adrenaline GTS 7 Shoethotic®, the newest addition to the Brooks® collection of running and walking shoes for men and women; and Updated Sandalthotics®.
Foot Levelers inc
PO Box 12611
Roanoke, VA 24027-2611
(800) 553-4860
www.footlevelers.com
Pilates Book
OPTP introduces the Golfer’s Guide to Pilates, a book that provides step-by-step programs for flexibility, core strength, stance, and rotation. The book may be used by golfers of all fitness levels. It is illustrated and includes 144 pages.
OPTP
PO Box 47009
Minneapolis,
MN 55447-0009
(800) 367-7393
www.optp.com
Staff-Support Manual and CD-ROM
Perfect Practice Web offers a Staffing Support Solutions Manual and CD-ROM, a compilation of documents, and staff and patient policies and procedures that have allowed chiropractors to streamline their offices and produce clinical and financial results. The package is compiled from 25 years of practice policies. Included is a sample of staff policies and instructions that chiropractors can implement in their practices. The manual and CD-ROM includes several templates, many of which can be customized. It also includes staffing checklists, routing slips, and compliance and disciplinary issues. The manual is simple to use and is supported by training modules. The manual includes a full money-back guarantee.
Perfect Practice Web
353 Washington St
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-7989
www.perfectpracticeweb.com
Malpractice Program
The OUM Chiropractor Program, a malpractice insurance program, is offering teleclasses hosted by Stanley Greenfield, a financial management consultant to chiropractors. Topics for the teleclasses include: "Are You Getting Your Money’s Worth," "Ten Rules to Live By and Ten to Avoid," and "Retirement and Educational Funds—Can I Afford Both Right Now?" The classes are free of charge to all participants. Preregistration is required. The teleclasses will be held the last Tuesday of the month at 1 pm EST and will last 50 minutes. The classes will be on a revolving schedule directed to three separate groups of chiropractors: OUM policyholders, new practitioners and students, and mature practitioners, respectively. Chiropractors who are not insured with OUM can participate in the second teleclass, which will be directed toward new practitioners and students; and the third, which will be directed toward mature practitioners.
OUM Chiropractor Program
110 Westwood Place
Brentwood, TN 37027
(800) 423-1504
www.oumchiropractor.com
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