Compression is a great way to relieve pain, improve circulation, and keep joints warm and mobile. Ideal for anyone from athletes to the elderly, compression garments and bandages are available in all kinds of designs to support any limb or body area and provide compression at every level.
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Compression therapy has been used for decades to increase blood flow in the lower extremities. Whether you’re recovering from surgery or have a chronic condition affecting your circulation, compression therapy at home can relieve pain and swelling and prevent blood clots. Leg compression machines are most effective when the treatment is tailored to the user. Investigating all the purchase options and aligning them with your needs will help you decide to obtain the most beneficial therapy.
Cold compression therapy is an innovative new modality that combines the traditional treatments of cold and compression in one unique form to provide faster healing times, less pain, and more effective treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses.
The AIROS 8 is a high-quality, durable sequential compression device that is perfect for those suffering from lymphedema or other types of painful swelling. With highly customizable controls and a three-year warranty, the AIROS 8 is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an effective and long-lasting sequential compression device.
Using a single-segment, multi-segment, or intersegmented traction table allows a practitioner to provide relief to patients suffering from the effects of compression on the spine, which can cause debilitating pain that negatively impacts quality of life. Our product experts give their top five selections in this article.
Venous Leg Ulcers affect 2% of individuals aged over 80, causing significant inconvenience and expense. Although well-studied, advanced treatments for VLUs are scarce. Fortunately, Huntleigh is introducing the latest treatment to users at home. When combined with preventative measures, intermittent pneumatic compression can effectively minimize the chronicity of the condition and reduce its symptoms.
Painless, gentle, and effective, HBOT is FDA-approved for the treatment of thirteen different illnesses, with success stories beyond the boundary of scientific endorsement being reported daily. For individuals living with chronic conditions such as diabetes and anemia, HBOT is capable of restoring life and functionality where past diagnosis would have indicated little to no hope of wellness.
Looking for a better way to perform daily tasks with stiff, painful joints? Rehabmart is here to offer the best tips, tricks, and tools to help make every day and every task easier and more comfortable no matter what kind of arthritis or joint pain you're living with.
Beginning more than 5,000 years ago and continuing into the present day, the history of hyperbarics is extensive and full of unexpected surprises. In this informative article, learn the ground-breaking stories spanning the earliest years of hyperbaric therapy to its use as a medical treatment plan today.
Chronic pain is something millions of people live with on a daily basis, but unfortunately, so many traditional treatments are not only ineffective, they can be addictive and dangerous. We outline some of the best new tools for pain relief in 2019 that require no surgeries and no medications. Read more to find out how they work and how you can get your hands on them!
Feeling stiff, cold, and sore? A variety of conditions can contribute to swollen, painful muscles and joints, making cold weather difficult to endure. Thankfully, there are many ways to warm up and alleviate pain this winter, helping you get back to the activities you love. Check out our 7 best picks!
Recovering from a hip replacement can be hard, but thankfully there are a few tips and tricks to make the whole process a lot easier. If you plan ahead and get all the right tools in place, then your recovery will be quick and easy, allowing you to get back to your life as soon as possible, and start living pain-free with your new hip!
Through triggering the body’s healing response, shockwave therapy has been shown to reduce pain, increase blood flow, and promote healthy systems. From treatment for ED to healing bones and soft tissues, this non-invasive therapy with few to no side effects is gaining notoriety and popularity.
People with diabetes face unique challenges when it comes to skin care, and for someone new to diabetes or who is already struggling with these problems, it can feel difficult to navigate. We've outlined some of our best tips to keep diabetic skin clean, moisturized, and healthy. Read on to find out more!
Braces are possibly the most ubiquitous medical device, being used for prevention to recovery in a range of needs. But, not all braces are created equal, and with the wide variety of brands, styles, and options to choose from, selecting the perfect option can be a huge challenge. That's why we've laid out some of the best brands of 2019 to give you a great place to start. Read on to learn who made the cut.
There are myriad reasons someone might begin hyperbaric oxygen therapy, but it's important to know what to expect before committing to long-term or temporary treatment that you may not be familiar with. Here are 8 ways you can prepare for your first hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) session.
Children and adults living with ADHD are often prone to sensory processing disturbances that can result in overstimulation and sensory overload. As an added dimension of ADHD, sensory over-responsivity stems from the brain trying to pay attention to everything at once, while it also tends to cause inflexibility in the ability to move from one thought to another.
The Shoebaum Air Cam is an innovative shock-absorbing walking boot that allows for both improved wound healing and mimicking of the normal gait process. Its comfortable design also helps increase home-user compliance and is loved by users.
Staying active is an important part of healthy living, but it often comes along with minor injuries that can cause discomfort and hinder your progress. We lay out some of the best products in our catalog to help you stay healthy, mobile, and pain-free. Learn more now!
The Breath Belt provides a premium, versatile support solution for users that serves the dual purpose of stabilizing the spine while lifting and retraining breathing and movement mechanics. Its advantages include longevity, adaptability, and comfort, making it an excellent choice for people seeking to address their back and hip discomfort while enhancing their functional movement abilities over an extended period.
Our veteran population experiences severe and chronic pain 40% more often than non-veterans, but medical professionals recommend exhausting non-invasive methods before trying more serious pain killers and surgery. Read more to find out what our 7 favorite pain-relieving devices are and how they can be used to get relief!
The Cervico2000 by Meditrac is a unique cervical traction device that allows the wearer full freedom of movement while delivering powerful traction forces. It is commonly used for cervical ailments like torticollis, disc disease, and whiplash injury.
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Cryotherapy modalities are widespread and can be extremely effective in providing pain relief, inflammatory control, and circulation advantages for a wide range of medical and cosmetic conditions. If you or someone you know is ready to reap the chilling effects of cryotherapy, check out our entire cryotherapy hub for a variety of whole-body and localized cryotherapy devices.
The use of a CPM machine can be a highly beneficial treatment intervention to improve joint mobility, reduce pain, increase local circulation and reduce post-operative adhesions. When choosing the most appropriate CPM, consider the application site, planes of movement offered, device setup, and patient goals. Continuous passive motion can help you regain function, manage pain and optimize your quality of life.
Exposing the body to extremely cold temperatures for very short periods of time offers a number of benefits that promote optimal health. Previous and ongoing research continues to demonstrate the efficacy of cryotherapy for reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, two of the most important factors involved with defying disease and poor health.
For anyone suffering from muscle spasms and pain or joint disorders like arthritis, swelling, and inflammation, cold therapy is a recommended treatment choice. When daily life activities are limited or even halted because of pain and inflammation, cryotherapy can be the tool that helps you get back to living your life.
