by Rebecca Moore | Aug 16, 2017 | Awareness, Biofreeze, In the News, Kinesiology Tape, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX
You’ve read the statistics about opioid abuse in America. You’ve seen the increasing damage and devastation that prescription medication addiction has caused across the country. What often remains behind closed doors is each person’s unique experience and daily...
by Rebecca Moore | Aug 4, 2017 | Awareness, Cramer, In the News
When summer rolls around, everyone praises the return of longer days filled with sun, heat and humidity. This is all great if you’re sitting on the beach with a cold beverage in hand… but not so great if you’re in full athletic gear, running around a field. Exertional...
by Rebecca Moore | Jul 14, 2017 | Biofreeze
It’s easy for patients (and some clinicians) to approach massage therapy with a myopic view; a massage is a massage, putting a hand or tool on someone will magically get the job done no matter what. In reality, massage is not a one-size-fits all experience and relies...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 30, 2017 | Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX
Wearable technology is all the rage as people everywhere recognize the value of quantifying the daily effort they put into being active (or lack thereof…). The convenience of wirelessly transmitting activity data onto a mobile device in an instant is an...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 28, 2017 | Research Updates, SFMA Professional Series, TheraBand CLX
Don’t worry; in this matrix, you won’t have to choose between the red or blue pill. However, you WILL have to choose which exercises are appropriate for your patients at any given stage of their rehabilitation, which can be just as daunting of a decision. Why...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 26, 2017 | Balance Boards, Exercise Balls, FlexBar, Foam Rollers and Wraps, Kinesiology Tape, Programs and Partners, Soft Weights, Stability Trainer, TheraBand CLX
If you’re looking for game-changing golf swing tips, exercises for golfers that can be done anywhere and treatment protocol for common golf injuries, pull up a chair; you’re going to want to be sitting down for this. The ultimate golf swing trainer Whether you play...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 23, 2017 | Biofreeze, Kinesiology Tape
Not to toot our own horns, but we know a thing or two about kinesiology tape and topical analgesics. We know that TheraBand Kinesiology Tape has the best in-class adhesion when put up against the competition. We know that Biofreeze has been proven to deliver powerful...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 22, 2017 | Thera-Band Loops, TheraBand CLX
First off, we want to talk to the person who came up with the name “monster walk.” Find a monster that walks like that… We dare you. Nevertheless, the coveted monster walk exercise is a time-honored tradition for anyone looking to activate the hip and glute...
by Dr. Phil Page | Jun 13, 2017 | #TapeTuesday, Kinesiology Tape, Research Updates
Myth busters, or myth builders? A recent blog post (from a company that shall remain nameless) that tried to clear up kinesiology tape misconceptions unfortunately perpetuated them. While the mechanisms in the article sound ‘scientific,’ there’s a complete lack...
by Rebecca Moore | Jun 9, 2017 | Biofreeze
No, it’s not opposite day; providing your patients (or potential patients) with free products is a valuable way to not only meet their needs, but your own. Sampling is a time-honored tradition in many retail establishments (most notably, grocery stores) that helps...
by Dr. Phil Page | Jun 1, 2017 | FlexBar, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX, TRAC 2016
Workplace wellness is quite popular today as employers seek to reduce work-related injury and healthcare costs. Danish researchers including TRAC member Lars Andersen PhD have studied workplace exercises with TheraBand® resistance in several settings. In...
by Rebecca Moore | May 31, 2017 | Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX
It’s ultimately dealer’s choice when it comes to how clinicians approach measuring strength. Traditionally, dynamometry devices and manual muscle testing have been reliable methods of strength measurement; however, the brawn of these devices lie in the measurement of...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 26, 2017 | Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX, TRAC 2016
We know that bed rest is bad for us, leading to rapid declines in muscle mass and strength. Active exercise has recently gained support in the research and medical community for hospitalized patients. Unfortunately, many people in actue or long-term-care settings are...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 25, 2017 | Biofreeze, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, TRAC 2016
For years, Biofreeze® topical analgesic has provided relief for patients with musculoskeletal pain including delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), which is muscle soreness experienced 24-48 hours after strenuous or unaccustomed exercise. DOMS is caused by inflammation...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 23, 2017 | #TapeTuesday, Kinesiology Tape, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, TRAC 2016
I hear, “there’s not a lot of research on kinesiology tape” all the time, but let’s be clear; there is a LOT of research… in fact, there are over 350 published studies in journals! However, there is a lack of good research (valid and reliable results with little...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 19, 2017 | Research Updates, Supported Researchers, Thera-Band Elastic Resistance, TheraBand CLX, TRAC 2016
Poor landing biomechanics are a primary mechanism of injury for ACL tears, as well as a significant risk factor for injury; particularly in female athletes. Specifically, medial collapse of the knee (“valgus”) is accompanied by hip adduction and internal rotation,...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 18, 2017 | Active Ankle, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, TRAC 2016
Ankle braces, including the Active Ankle® line, have historically been shown to reduce ankle injury. Obviously, athletes need the best of both worlds: full functional mobility with adequate biomechanical stabilization to prevent excessive ankle movement. When it comes...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 17, 2017 | Biofreeze, Kinesiology Tape, Programs and Partners, Research Updates, Supported Researchers, TRAC 2016
Kinesiology tape continues to be a popular method to attempt pain relief in rehabilitation and recovery. While it’s been shown effective for short-term pain relief, the mechanism behind the pain relief remains unclear… although it’s likely due to afferent input into...
by Rebecca Moore | May 12, 2017 | Bon Vital
While all massage therapy products serve the same basic purpose, each has a unique set of characteristics that can help you achieve different results. The product you use will vary based on individual use case and practice preference. Here’s how to choose: Important...
by Dr. Phil Page | May 5, 2017 | Foam Rollers and Wraps, Research Updates, Roller Massager, Supported Researchers
Foam rollers and roller massagers seem to be the hottest thing in rehab and recovery. As with most trendy tools, practical use has outpaced the research. Originally deemed as “myofascial release” (which was probably the wrong term to begin with!), people thought...
