DM Systems offers the Cadlow™ Shoulder Stabilizer, which provides glenohumeral stability while maintaining the user’s full range of motion. The Cadlow strengthens the shoulder by providing graduated, variable resistance that can be increased as the user’s strength increases. The brace prevents the shoulder from dislocating without restricting movement, and it can be used for postoperative strengthening. It is available in small, medium, large, and extra large; and it includes compression shorts, a harness, and resistance tubing.
For more information, contact DM Systems Inc, 1316 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201; (800) 254-5438; www.dmsystems.com.
Biofeedback System
Thought Technology introduces the MyoTrac Infiniti and MyoTrac Infiniti Clinical systems, which provide therapists and their patients with accurate feedback tailored to their needs. The devices integrate both SEMG biofeedback and electrical stimulation. The MyoTrac Infiniti system measures high-resolution RMS surface electromyography (SEMG) signals and delivers stimulation in a large number of configurations. The system incorporates user-definable biofeedback, stimulation, or EMG triggered stimulation with easy-to-use display settings that give rapid control over treatment parameters. A touch-screen graphics display allows easy navigation, where progress can be viewed through a bar-graph scale, or line graphs, or conversely, heard through the rising or falling tonal pitch.
The MyoTrac Infiniti Clinical system provides all of the features of the MyoTrac Infiniti in addition to a USB connection; bioGraph infiniti software; and a specialized rehabilitation suite, which allows recording and replaying of patient sessions on a PC and downloading of saved data from a compact flash.
The MyoTrac Infiniti systems can be belt-worn, used from the desk, or handheld.
For more information, contact Lawrence Klein, 2180 Belgrave Ave, Montreal, QC, Canada H4A 2L8; (514) 489-8251; mail@thoughttechnology.com.
Rehabilitation System
BackProject Corp offers the ATM2, an active treatment-rehabilitation system that allows previously painful movements to become painless. The system positions patients safely and stabilizes a functional weight-bearing position. Performing resisted exercises with the system resets central nervous system muscle-activation patterns, allowing an immediate and significant reduction in pain and restoring function for the majority of musculoskeletal disorders. Over the course of several active therapeutic movement sessions, proper activation and strength are restored, correcting a primary cause of many different types of pain-related disorders and movement impairments.
For more information, contact BackProject Corp, 341 N Montgomery St, San Jose, CA 95110; (888) 470-8100; www.backproject.com.
Cold Laser System
Southwest Cold Laser introduces the ML830 Cold Laser. The ML830 is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. It can be used to treat back pain, sports injuries, sprains, and more. The laser’s technology reduces inflammation, increases tissue healing, and stimulates nerve function. The noninvasive ML830 is backed by 12 years of clinical research, and it is insurance reimbursable.
For more information, contact Southwest Cold Laser, 7320 E Mallory Circle, Mesa, AZ 85207; (480) 861-9152; www.swcoldlaser.com.
Clinical Software
Medical Information Management Systems offers the Rehab Toolkit, a line of clinical and financial software modules that automate practice processes and chart management to improve patient care, decrease clinical errors, and increase practice income. Each software module—patient information, appointment scheduling, therapy notes, patient accounting and billing, and management reporting—helps therapists deliver quality patient care while maintaining a relationship with a single software vendor.
For more information, contact Medical Information Management Systems LLC, 1900 Pewaukee Rd, Suite C, Waukesha, WI 53188; (877) 390-6467; www.rehabtoolkit.com.
Balance Trainer
UniCam introduces the Biofeedback System, which provides visual and audio information helpful to the user, therapist, and trainer in monitoring compliance or tailoring a performance-rehabilitation program. The system features two thin, flexible, latex-free sensor pads; a computer interface; and application software. It provides data to monitor exercise, correct posture and symmetry issues, gauge performance, and quantify balance and stability.
For more information, contact UniCam Inc, 23–27 Bland St, Emerson, NJ 07630; (866) 698-6422; www.uni-cam.com.
Stretching Device
OPTP introduces the A-T Bar™, which helps patients perform smooth, repeated range-of-motion movements. The bar helps stretch all major joints, including the shoulders, elbows, forearms, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, and the cervical and lumbar spine. Its molded triangular handle allows grip-free passive- and active-assisted exercises.
For more information, contact OPTP, 3700 Annapolis Lane, Suite 175, Minneapolis, MN 55447-0009; (800) 367-7393; www.optp.com.
Micro Current Therapy
Newcare Products offers Painmaster micro current therapy (MCT) patches that alleviate acute inflammatory symptoms and speed recovery from joint and muscle injuries. The patches can also be used by physical therapists to treat nonsports-related injuries in other patients. Placed on either side of a painful area, the patches use a built-in battery to produce a tiny amount of electrical current to stimulate the tissue and speed natural healing and recovery. The micro current pulses, which cannot be felt by the user, penetrate damaged cells, as opposed to merely passing over the cell. Painmaster also treats lower-back pain, arthritis, knee and joint pain, and muscle spasms. The waterproof patches can be used for 4 to 5 days at a time and have a lifespan of 500 hours.
For more information, contact Newcare Products LLC,182 Sandbank Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410; (888) 726-7246; www.newcare.net.
Cervical Traction Device
The Saunders Group introduces the Cervical Hometrac® Deluxe, which directs traction forces toward the occiput (back of the head), thereby preventing the temporomandibular joint from progressing through the chin. The device applies up to 50 pounds of traction; and since the user has total control of the force at all times, safety is ensured. An easy-to-use, click-in-place mechanism pumps, sustains, and releases the traction. A gauge reads in pounds/kg of traction to provide feedback to the user and to promote consistency of treatment. An adjustable extension foot allows additional traction angles of 20° and 25°. An instructional video, a user’s guide, and a carrying case are included.
For more information, contact The Saunders Group Inc, 4250 Norex Dr, Chaska, MN 55318; (800) 778-1864; www.thesaundersgroup.com.
Portable Exerciser
Thera-Band offers FlexBar®, a lightweight exerciser for strengthening the upper extremities. FlexBar allows oscillation for neuromuscular re-education and balance training, and allows soft tissue and joint mobilization. The bar features three color-coded resistance levels: red–10 pounds; green–15 pounds; and blue–25 pounds.
For more information, contact The Hygenic Corp, 1245 Home Ave, Akron, OH 44310; (800) 321-2135; www.thera-band.com.
Exercise Balls
North Coast Medical introduces Norco™ exercise balls, which help develop posture, balance, agility, and strength. Safe and challenging exercise programs can be designed for all fitness levels. The versatile balls, which support up to 1,000 pounds, can be used for sitting, lying, or standing exercises. Balancing on the ball recruits the body’s intrinsic, stabilizing core muscles. The balls are latex-free, which guards against bursting—even if they are punctured. Each ball comes with a foot pump; a threaded pump adapter; a measuring strap; a plug remover; and a colorful exercise poster, which features a variety of exercises that target the whole body.
For more information, contact North Coast Medical Inc, 18305 Sutter Blvd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2845; (800) 821-9319; www.ncmedical.com.
Electrode Gel
Parker Laboratories offers Spectra® 360 Electrode Gel. Spectra is salt- and chloride-free, is noncorrosive to electrodes, and improves the conductive properties of rubber electrodes. Its Stay-Wet® formula may be used in electrocardiogram, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, pediatric, and long-term procedures—requiring no reapplication. The gel reduces the risk of infection and skin resistance, does not stain, and does not leave residue.
For more information, contact Parker Laboratories Inc, 286 Eldridge Rd, Fairfield, NJ 07004; (800) 631-8888; www.parkerlabs.com.
Orthotic Devices
Langer offers the Sporthotics® line of orthotics, which includes devices for general athletic as well as sports-specific use. Sporthotics are designed to have a better fit in an athletic shoe, and they treat a variety of biomechanical problems that can impact athletic performance and increase injury risk.
For more information, contact Langer Inc, 450 Commack Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729; (800) 645-5520; www.langerinc.com.
DM Systems offers the Cadlow™ Shoulder Stabilizer, which provides glenohumeral stability while maintaining the user’s full range of motion. The Cadlow strengthens the shoulder by providing graduated, variable resistance that can be increased as the user’s strength increases. The brace prevents the shoulder from dislocating without restricting movement, and it can be used for postoperative strengthening. It is available in small, medium, large, and extra large; and it includes compression shorts, a harness, and resistance tubing. 
Thought Technology introduces the MyoTrac Infiniti and MyoTrac Infiniti Clinical systems, which provide therapists and their patients with accurate feedback tailored to their needs. The devices integrate both SEMG biofeedback and electrical stimulation. The MyoTrac Infiniti system measures high-resolution RMS surface electromyography (SEMG) signals and delivers stimulation in a large number of configurations. The system incorporates user-definable biofeedback, stimulation, or EMG triggered stimulation with easy-to-use display settings that give rapid control over treatment parameters. A touch-screen graphics display allows easy navigation, where progress can be viewed through a bar-graph scale, or line graphs, or conversely, heard through the rising or falling tonal pitch. 
BackProject Corp offers the ATM2, an active treatment-rehabilitation system that allows previously painful movements to become painless. The system positions patients safely and stabilizes a functional weight-bearing position. Performing resisted exercises with the system resets central nervous system muscle-activation patterns, allowing an immediate and significant reduction in pain and restoring function for the majority of musculoskeletal disorders. Over the course of several active therapeutic movement sessions, proper activation and strength are restored, correcting a primary cause of many different types of pain-related disorders and movement impairments. 
Southwest Cold Laser introduces the ML830 Cold Laser. The ML830 is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. It can be used to treat back pain, sports injuries, sprains, and more. The laser’s technology reduces inflammation, increases tissue healing, and stimulates nerve function. The noninvasive ML830 is backed by 12 years of clinical research, and it is insurance reimbursable. 
Medical Information Management Systems offers the Rehab Toolkit, a line of clinical and financial software modules that automate practice processes and chart management to improve patient care, decrease clinical errors, and increase practice income. Each software module—patient information, appointment scheduling, therapy notes, patient accounting and billing, and management reporting—helps therapists deliver quality patient care while maintaining a relationship with a single software vendor. 
UniCam introduces the Biofeedback System, which provides visual and audio information helpful to the user, therapist, and trainer in monitoring compliance or tailoring a performance-rehabilitation program. The system features two thin, flexible, latex-free sensor pads; a computer interface; and application software. It provides data to monitor exercise, correct posture and symmetry issues, gauge performance, and quantify balance and stability. 
OPTP introduces the A-T Bar™, which helps patients perform smooth, repeated range-of-motion movements. The bar helps stretch all major joints, including the shoulders, elbows, forearms, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, and the cervical and lumbar spine. Its molded triangular handle allows grip-free passive- and active-assisted exercises. 
Newcare Products offers Painmaster micro current therapy (MCT) patches that alleviate acute inflammatory symptoms and speed recovery from joint and muscle injuries. The patches can also be used by physical therapists to treat nonsports-related injuries in other patients. Placed on either side of a painful area, the patches use a built-in battery to produce a tiny amount of electrical current to stimulate the tissue and speed natural healing and recovery. The micro current pulses, which cannot be felt by the user, penetrate damaged cells, as opposed to merely passing over the cell. Painmaster also treats lower-back pain, arthritis, knee and joint pain, and muscle spasms. The waterproof patches can be used for 4 to 5 days at a time and have a lifespan of 500 hours. 
The Saunders Group introduces the Cervical Hometrac® Deluxe, which directs traction forces toward the occiput (back of the head), thereby preventing the temporomandibular joint from progressing through the chin. The device applies up to 50 pounds of traction; and since the user has total control of the force at all times, safety is ensured. An easy-to-use, click-in-place mechanism pumps, sustains, and releases the traction. A gauge reads in pounds/kg of traction to provide feedback to the user and to promote consistency of treatment. An adjustable extension foot allows additional traction angles of 20° and 25°. An instructional video, a user’s guide, and a carrying case are included. 
Thera-Band offers FlexBar®, a lightweight exerciser for strengthening the upper extremities. FlexBar allows oscillation for neuromuscular re-education and balance training, and allows soft tissue and joint mobilization. The bar features three color-coded resistance levels: red–10 pounds; green–15 pounds; and blue–25 pounds. 
North Coast Medical introduces Norco™ exercise balls, which help develop posture, balance, agility, and strength. Safe and challenging exercise programs can be designed for all fitness levels. The versatile balls, which support up to 1,000 pounds, can be used for sitting, lying, or standing exercises. Balancing on the ball recruits the body’s intrinsic, stabilizing core muscles. The balls are latex-free, which guards against bursting—even if they are punctured. Each ball comes with a foot pump; a threaded pump adapter; a measuring strap; a plug remover; and a colorful exercise poster, which features a variety of exercises that target the whole body. 
Parker Laboratories offers Spectra® 360 Electrode Gel. Spectra is salt- and chloride-free, is noncorrosive to electrodes, and improves the conductive properties of rubber electrodes. Its Stay-Wet® formula may be used in electrocardiogram, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, pediatric, and long-term procedures—requiring no reapplication. The gel reduces the risk of infection and skin resistance, does not stain, and does not leave residue. 
Langer offers the Sporthotics® line of orthotics, which includes devices for general athletic as well as sports-specific use. Sporthotics are designed to have a better fit in an athletic shoe, and they treat a variety of biomechanical problems that can impact athletic performance and increase injury risk. 
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