• 2010 Orthopedic Job Outlook

    Orthopedic Job OutlookUS Department of Labor, states that about three to four percent of all physicians (about 20,000) are specialized in Orthopedic Surgery. Over 50 % of all orthopedic surgeons practice general orthopedics, while eleven percent practice spinal surgery, ten percent practice sports medicine, and the remainder specialize in other sub-specialties of Orthopedics.Orthopedic surgery is an...
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  • Drug-Free Remedies: Acid Reflux

    So often do we unconsciously reach for manufactured medicines when dealing with acid reflux. Whether prescribed or OTC, name-brand or generic, as a society we often get so enveloped into curing the symptoms that we neglect to address the problem. High acidity in the body can be caused by many things, but more often than not it's one (or more) of the following potential causes that most of us fall into: Refined,...
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  • The Most Common Foot Injuries from Running a Marathon

    Many podiatrists take the opportunity to volunteer in the medical tent after a local marathon. After the race, participants were filtered into the post-race area where they get food, water and have the option of stopping in the medical or podiatry tents for any assistance they may need. Hundreds of people come in looking for medical assistance, but the surprising thing is that 99% of the complaints...
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  • What Does a Foot Doctor Do, Anyway?

    Have you ever wondered who takes care of athletes when they go limping off the field? Or how the kid with the strange orthopedic shoes got them in the first place? These are the jobs of a foot doctor. Another name for foot doctor is podiatrist, and a podiatrist is who helps take care of the foot and ankle. There are many conditions that might require you to see a podiatrist. Some of the...
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  • New Year's Resolutions Lead to Foot Injuries

    Ringing in the New Year holds different meanings for everyone. Some look forward to big parties, while others focus on new goals and plans for the upcoming year. With every January 1st, New Year's resolutions abound. Those of all ages plan for positive changes and renew commitments to stick to an active lifestyle. One of the most popular ways to do this is by taking up a new exercise or weight loss...
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Why Muscle Stim?

What ailments can be treated with an EMS/nMES/Muscle Stim?

In addition to pain relief, Muscle Stimulation is widely used by health-care professionals in the treatment of patients to:

  • strengthen muscles
  • prevent atrophy
  • maintain & increase range of motion
  • keep muscles viable
  • limit edema
  • delay muscle fibrosis
  • reduce abnormal muscle tone
  • reduce muscle spasm
  • increase fibral contraction
  • accelerate blood circulation
  • promote metabolism
  • rehabilitate stroke patients

Other Indications for EMS include but are not limited to:

Back Re-education Back Re-education Biceps & Triceps Strengthening
Chrondomalacia Dislocated Patellae Edema
Facial Stroke Gait Training Hip Muscle Strengthening
Intrinsics Muscle Spasms Muscle Toning
Paralysis Post-Op Knee Quadriceps Strengthening
Shoulder Dislocation Tenolysis Torticollis
Vastus Medialis Oblique Wrist Strengthening Non-Surgical Facelifts
Unit CoverageOur units are covered by most health, auto, and workers compensation carriers. All units require a prescription by a licensed healthcare professional.