Researchers Find Key to Effective Mechanotherapy for the Elderly
A new study shows aged muscle in particular requires an additional type of treatment for mechanotherapy to stimulate tissue healing in older clients instead of hindering it.
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Therabody Acquires Smart Muscle Stimulator PowerDot
Therabody, creator of the Theragun, announces it has acquired the Smart Muscle Stimulator, PowerDot.
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OPTP Introduces the PRO-POINT Myofascial Release Tool
OPTP announces the unveiling of the exclusive new PRO-POINT Myofascial Release Tool. This small, portable self-massage tool is ideal for applying targeted, sustained pressure to help relieve tension and release trigger points throughout the body.
Athletic Intensity
In every corner of the country, injured athletes want one thing: to return to competition. Therapists who treat this active population share their go-to practices and products to make that happen. A feature for the June/July issue of Physical Therapy Products by Frank Long.
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Physical Therapist Shares Positives of Foam Rolling
If you’re not already using a foam roller in your practice, a physical therapist offers some facts about the versatile piece of exercise equipment that may entice you to try one.
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Heel Pain Sufferers: Avoid These Six Mistakes When Seeking Relief
Are you experiencing heel pain? According to Dr Ed Davis, a podiatrist based in San Antonio, there are six questions you should ask yourself when seeking treatment to avoid mistakes along the way.
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Physical Therapy May Help Loosen Up Patients with Scleroderma
Physical therapy may be used to help alleviate some of the symptoms of scleroderma, reduce pain associated with the condition, and improve mobility, according to a news article that appears in Scleroderma News.
Read MoreProduct Guide 2018 — Pain Management
The Pain Management section of the Physical Therapy Products Product Guide (April/May 2018) explains the benefits and advanced features of some of the latest technologies developed to address pain symptoms.
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Biofreeze Launches New Soothing Pain Relief Cream
Biofreeze, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, announces the debut of Soothing Pain Relief Cream.
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Fascia Massage Ball Sets Available from OPTP
Now available exclusively from OPTP, Minneapolis, are two new Franklin Method fascia massage ball sets—blue for medium density, and purple for firm density.
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Dual-Function UBALL Delivers Deep Massage and Relieves Scar Tissue
The UBALL, a mobility tool created by a physical therapy patient, is designed to deliver a localized deep tissue massage to relieve tissue knots as well as scrape away scar tissue.
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Managing Pain Through Physical Therapy
From fundamental to futurisic, technologies in the PT clinic help reverse the downgrade in quality of life that pain symptoms can cause. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Michele M. Knutson, PT.
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SKLZ Adds New Products to Massage and Recovery, Performance Lines
SKLZ adds four products—the Universal Massage Roller, Targeted Massage Ball, Foot Massage Ball, and Travel Massage Bar—to its massage and recovery line. In addition, SKLZ adds the Contact Ball XL to its performance line.
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Bon Vital´ Launches Dual-Purpose Massage Crème
Bon Vital´, part of the Performance Health family of brands, launches Bon Vital´ Complete Massage Crème, a dual-purpose massage crème formulated to help restore, moisturize and soothe skin and sore muscles.
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MFR Stick from Perform Better is Built to Roll Away Aches and Pains with Firmness
The steel-manufactured MFR Stick, new from Perform Better, offers a way for therapists to provide a firm massage to help mobilize joints and improve range of motion.
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TimTam Launches the Power Massager 1.5
Missouri City, Tex-headquartered TimTam introduces the TimTam Power Massager 1.5, a deep tissue massage recovery instrument that is built like a construction drill.
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AccuRelief 3-in-1 Device Provides Smartphone-Controlled Pain Relief
Compass Health Brands offers the AccuRelief 3-in-1 Wireless Pain Device, which is designed to be operated via a Bluetooth-connected mobile app.
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SISSEL Myofascia Roller is Now Available for Sale in the US
Exercise equipment and physical therapy products provider SISSEL announces that its newest product, the SISSEL Myofascia Roller, is now available in the United States.
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