Hand saver
The Knobble II by The Pressure Positive Co. is a polymer tool with a non-latex band designed to save wear and tear on hands, wrists, and forearms when applying deep, prolonged deep tissue and trigger point work. The base is held in the palm of the hand, and the rounded tip is used to apply the pressure. It is simple to use, non-invasive, ergonomically designed, affordable, and available in purple, red, green, and blue.

Call 800-603-5107 or visit www.pressurepositive.com.

Elbow brace
The Serola Gel Arc Elbow Brace by Serola Biomechanics is intended to provide pain relief from athletics, arthritis, stress and strains, and certain types of carpal tunnel syndrome. Relief is provided by placing a compressive barrier between the muscles and the epicondyle, effectively shifting the pull to the barrier, and helping to prevent further injury and pain, which allows for more efficient healing. The narrower band allows it to come close to the elbow without pinching.

Call 815-636-2780 or visit www.serola.net.

Spinal rehabilitation chair
The Wobble Chair by The Pettibon System is a height-adjustable stool with a specially designed seat that provides 360 degrees of rotation, 40 degrees of side-to-side flexion, and 35 degrees of front-to-back flexion. It is on a universal-type joint to facilitate exercise motion combinations needed for lumbar disc mobility, re-hydration of discs, and nutrition delivery. It is available with or without armrests, in a child size, a portable version, and in black, blue, burgundy, gray, or green.

Call 888-774-6258 or visit www.pettibonsystem.com.

Pain relieving cream
Golden Tiger by Golden Tiger LLC is a deep-penetrating pain relieving cream meant to offer relief for arthritic pain, sore backs, muscle soreness, and muscle cramps. It is enriched with capsaicin, aloe vera, willow bark, and MSM; has a warming and cooling effect; and contains no waxes, oils, or alcohol. The combination of ingredients — including several for anti-inflammatory benefits — compliments your treatment for quick, comfortable recovery.

Call 505-857-9500 or visit www.goldentigerusa.com.

Neck orthotic
The Posture Right by Neck Orthotic Inc. is constructed to correct forward head posture and restore a normal and healthy cervical curve. It allows for progressive care, offering two functional angles that can deliver more or less traction as needed. The Posture Right's wedge design is meant to achieve specific vertebral placement with comfortable maximum traction. Its light weight, easy adjustability, and simple design encourages patients to participate in home traction care.

Call 586-727-7557 or visit www.neckorthotic.com.

Microcirculation enhancer
NanoPro Joint Supports by Vital Age International, Inc. help increase healing microcirculation to reduce inflammation in the knees, elbows, wrists, ankles, and low-back. Nano-scale ceramics embedded into supports reflects natural far infrared energy to vasodilate (expand) capillaries and speed the flow of healing red blood cells and the cleansing of toxins within inflamed joints. The soft, stretchy, and breathable supports are intended to be comfortably worn all the time.

Call 208-578-0800 or visit www.VitalAge.com.

Rehab systems
NECKSYS Cervical Rehab and BACKSYS Thoracic/Lumbar Rehab by Foot Levelers are manufactured to be an easy-to-use, effective way to condition and strengthen muscles with simple, pain-free exercises. NECKSYS helps improve cervical spine performance, postural deficits, and neck injuries. BACKSYS uses spine-specific, isotonic motions to correct and rehabilitate the thoracic/lumbar spine and pelvis. It has easy-grip handles on heavy-duty surgical tubing. The professional office model is wall mountable, while the home models have a removable door mount.

Call 800-553-4860 or visit www.footlevelers.com.

Portable traction
The TracCollar by Meyer Distributing Company is a portable traction collar with inflatable dual bulbs that gently stretch and relax muscles for pain relief. It is developed to provide comfortable, effective daily treatment in your office or at home. It is constructed of lightweight plastic foam and does not require assembly or batteries. The collar fastens with buckles and contains an internal, natural rubber latex bladder and its fabric covering can be removed for cleaning.

Call 800-472-4221 or visit www.meyerdist.com.

Endurance support
Ligaplex II, Cataplex B, and Cardio-Plus whole food supplements from Standard Process help address the internal demands placed on your patients' bodies during physical activity — such as joint stress, lactic acid build-up, and increased oxygen demands. Ligaplex II can help encourage healthy tissue and provide long-term tissue support for joints that endure repetitive activity, Cataplex B is a complete vitamin B complex, and Cardio-Plus is a combination product that contains nutrients helpful for healthy cardiovascular function.

Call 800-558-8740 or visit www.standardprocess.com.

Analgesic cream
Blue Dragonfly's Code Blue Pain Cream is a topical pain-relieving cream that helps to alleviate muscle and joint pain or soreness by penetrating the skin and going deep into the muscles. It treats sprains and strains, arthritis-type pain, sore and stiff muscles, and tendonitis without staining and with a pleasant scent. The cream contains ingredients such as menthol, methyl saliclate, aloe vera, eucalyptus oil, and others to bring fast-acting relief.

Call 954-318-3969 or visit www.codeblueusa.com.

Custom-made orthotics
Custom-made prescription orthotics from Edser Labs are individually designed and fabricated using 3-D technology for the best support and alignment for your patients. The orthotic insoles are one-piece construction, not components and are a three-dimensional design for all types of orthotic prescriptions. It has a combination of different densities and can be specialized for the diabetic foot or amputees. Edser Labs also offers a prescription form, online laboratory, and quick turnaround.

Call 866-722-3414 or visit www.edserlabs.com

Toxin-free mattress
Supple-Pedic Mattresses by Strobel Technologies are toxin-free prescription mattresses. The Supple-Pedic 4500 features a "Lever Support System" that conforms to and supports the body. When larger parts of your body depress one end of the levers, the other end actually pushes up to support recessed areas such as the small of the back, to give better back support and better sleep. The resulting sensation is that of uniform support along the entire body.

Call 800-457-6442 or visit www.prescriptionbeds.com.

Nonsurgical decompression
The 3-D ActiveTrac by The Saunders Group, Inc. is nonsurgical decompression with three-dimensional adjustability that allows treatment of a wider range of spinal disorders. The intuitive touch screen control panel offers both static and logarithmic protocols. The integrated cervical decompression system allows you to get the same great results with your neck patients. An advanced 3-D treatment techniques DVD is included and expert on-site training is available.

Call 800-779-2044 or visit www.thesaundersgroup.com.

Back orthosis
The Axiom Disc Distractor by Axiom Worldwide is a back orthosis manufactured from soft breathable lightweight fabric designed for a comfortable and cool fit that encourages patient compliance. It is indicated for use in the treatment of chronic or acute back pain, lumbar muscle and ligamentus strains and sprains, discogenic disc disease, postural support, or post-surgical. It is simple to use and its modular design allows it to be used throughout the continuum of care.

Call 877-438-0663 or visit axiomworldwide.com

Pain relieving gel
CRYOTHERAPY Gel by CRYODERM is a pain relieving agent in a gel delivery system that absorbs rapidly into the skin without the need to rub. It's an alternative to sprays and roll-ons and contains ingredients including menthol, eucalyptus, peppermint oil, MSM, and herbal extracts of arnica, boswella, and ILEX. It can be used for rehabilitation exercises, pre and post sporting events and workouts, and for soft tissue injuries, joint pain, neurological pain, and neuropathy.

Call 800-344-9926 or visit www.cryoderm.com.

Core strengthener
The human touch board by Interactive Health is a balance trainer designed to strengthen the core muscle group and provide support and stability for the body, as well as improve proprioceptive and mechanoreceptive function. By strengthening the core muscle group, users may be able to rehabilitate injuries, improve flexibility, and train for sport specific improvement.

Call 866-369-9426 or visit www.interhealth.com.

Topical gel
Cat's Claw Topical Cool Pain Relieving Gel by Ridge Medical Products, LLC is formulated to provide fast, long lasting, effective pain relief from minor aches and pains. It contains uncaria tomentosa (Cat's Claw/ U–a De Gato), 4.5 percent menthol, ilex and boswellia. The topical gel is developed to provide pain relief for such conditions as arthritis; neck, shoulder, and back pain; painful joints; sore muscles; and muscle sprains and spasms.

Call 866-321-1732 or visit www.maxpainrelief.net.

Modality instrument
ACTIVATOR IV by Activator Methods International Ltd. is a modality that offers a complete range of force (settings 1-4) allowing more control in the treatment of your patients. It has ergonomic features that help make every day use less stressful on the user and a lighter, pre-load spring which is used on the more tender areas of the body. The first setting can be used for treating cervicals, TMJ, children, and small body frames.

Call 800-598-0224 or visit www.activator.com.

Erchonia
The 3LT Laser - PL5000 by Erchonia Medical is a variable frequency, low level laser device aimed at providing accelerated healing and pain reduction. It is ergonomically designed to fit hands of all sizes. The dual-diode head clips to the side of the laser when not in use, increasing security and preventing accidental ocular exposure. The unit also has a lock and key to help prevent the unauthorized use of the laser.

Call 888-242-0571 or visit www.erchonia.com.

Rehab support formula
Rehab Support Formula by Douglas Laboratories is a dietary supplement that is a synergistic and comprehensive combination of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, herbals, and other nutrients formulated to support optimal tissue healing after injury. It contains protein-specific enzymes which can aid in the healing process by helping to remove cellular debris, blood clots, and scar tissue, and is designed for those who wish to support the healthy healing of their structure and function of their injured tissue.

Call 888-368-4522 or visit www.douglaslabs.com.

Massage lounger
The HX-5000 Luxury Massage Lounger by BodyRelaxer, Inc. is a shiatsu massage chair that features a commercial-grade massage robot and massage motors. The chair features leather upholstery, memory foam cushions, heat, a 26.5-inch massage stroke, and a 12 roller total body shiatsu. Its Auto Mode program features intersegmental traction (IST) and electronic up and down operation of the leg rest section via remote control. The timer features a 5-minute option for warm-up sessions or demos.

Call 888-885-2639 or visit www.bodyrelaxer.com.

Complete rehab system
Complete Professional Rehab System by Synergy Thearpeutic Systems has multi-use welded metal stations with 4-inch adjustability; metal ball/cords storage bracket; and elastic products for treating cervical, thoraic lumbar, and wrist. It also includes educational, color printed, three-phase pads for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar; as well as colorful 18-inch by 26-inch wall charts for cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and active wellness. The implementation CD includes rehab codes, daily tracking forms, ROM, strength test forms, and more.

Call 800-639-3539 or visit www.SynergyRehab.com.

Gel and roll-on relief
Applied generously, BIOFREEZE pain relieving gel and roll-on by Performance Health, Inc. are meant to effectively relieve pain from sore muscles, muscle spasms, strains, sprains, tendonitis, backaches, and sore joints, and will help minimize next day aches and pains. BIOFREEZE products also aid in reducing swelling and inflammation, and helps relieve pain prior to massage therapy, soft tissue trigger point therapy, rehabilitation exercises and stretching, or to provide relief between office visits.

Call 800-246-3733 or visit www.biofreeze.com.

Band dispenser pack
The new Thera-Band Resistance Bands Dispenser Pack by Thera-Band is marketed as the most convenient way to distribute individually wrapped, pre-cut Thera-Band latex resistance bands in clinics, clubs, and gyms. Each dispenser includes 30 folded and polybagged 5-foot/1.5m bands. Each wrapped band includes safety information and refers users to www.Thera-BandAcademy.com for exercise examples. Bands are available in yellow, red, green, blue, and black.

Call 800-321-2135 or visit www.thera-band.com.