With managed-care’s growing insistence on objective findings, the use of diagnostic equipment becomes more important to chiropractors.

In this issue, Chiropractic Economics introduces a roundup of diagnostic equipment specially provided for the chiropractic profession. We asked diagnostics manufacturers and distributors to provide us with information on their latest and most innovative equipment. Chiropractic Economics does not test nor endorse any equipment listed. We encourage readers to research products and contact the companies directly for full information.

For a full listing of diagnostic equipment, visit our directory on page 60.

Hand Evaluation Set
The Saunders Group 3-Piece Hand Evaluation Set is a hard-molded carrying case that contains and protects three essential instruments for measuring hand and finger strength and range-of-motion. The set includes the Hydraulic 5-Position Hand Dynamometer, which accurately measures grip strength in five positions; the Hydraulic Pinch Gauge, which offers the same features and advanced hydraulic system of the hand dynamometer for pinch tests; and the Stainless Steel Goniometer, sized for measuring hand and finger range of motion.

For more information, call 800-778-1864 or visit www.thesaundersgroup.com.

Insight Subluxation Station
Chiropractic Leadership Alliance’s Insight Subluxation Station performs a scan of the nerve system and objectively demonstrates to patients the effectiveness of chiropractic care.

Because patients can see their problems, the Subluxation Station increases patient retention and referrals and develops a way to communicate the chiropractic message of wellness more clearly. The Insight is registered with both the FDA and Health Canada, and is HIPAA-compliant. It contains both static and dynamic EMG technology, built-in adjustable settings for infants, children and adults and can display more than 20 views on one piece of paper.

Visit www.subluxation.com or call 800-285-2001 for more information.

Tracker Functional Testing Systems
JTECH Medical’s Tracker Functional Testing Systems provide objective testing and documentation. The Tracker module collects objective data to demonstrate the need for care and to track progress during care for patients, payers and referrals.

The range-of-motion module features dual inclinometry for spine and extremity measurements and built-in AMA-based validity criteria. The muscle-testing module helps identify involved nerves and automatically generates force curves for better interpretation of results.

Reporting capabilities for the system include data reports, narratives and pro-gress charts. Tracker’s modular design allows the system to grow with a practice.

Call 801-478-0680 or visit www.jtechmedical.com for more information.

ChiroEz Plus
The ChiroEz Plus by Universal/Del Medical Systems accomplishes upright radiographs with single-motion positioning. The design allows the cabinet to be put in a horizontal position for ease and comfort of producing extremity views. A choice of the new state-of-the-art 500 mA high frequency generator, with optional APR or AEC, or a 400 mA single phase generator is available.

Visit www.delmedical.com or call 800-800-6006 for more information.

S.A.M.
The Spinal Analysis Machine from S.A.M. Co. offers a complete spinal screening system. The photo print system provides a quick, efficient way to document posture for in-office exams and progress reports. The AP-only view produces images in 30 seconds, while the AP-Lateral view produces images in less than 60 seconds.

Call 800-752-3263 or visit www.MoreNewPatients.com for more information.

DXAnalyzer
International Diagnostic Technologies DXAnalyzer Professional computer-aided digitizing software is an x-ray digitizing program built on the com-pany’s Digital Radiographic Mensuration Technology. It is used to digitize dynamic motion x-rays and static x-ray images stored in many formats.

DXAnalyzer specializes in providing objective biomechanical line drawing analysis to identify spinal injuries which can occur due to auto accidents and/or industrial work related injuries.

For more information, call 888-926-2774 or visit www.dxanalyzer.com.

Health Management System
The Health Management System from BioAnalogics is a complete hardware and software system for wellness promotion, preventive medicine, disease management and weight management. The Windows-based software provides full-color, individualized nutrition recommendations, exercise/activity plans and body com-position analysis with the ElectroLipoGraph (ELGII) bioelectrical impedance meter.

The ELGII analyzes the percentage of body fat, lean body mass and basal metabolic rate in the patient. Additional software modules are available for health risk analysis, fitness testing, nutrition analysis, longevity index and medical risk analysis.

For more information, call 800-327-7953 or visit www.bioanalogics.com.

Neurodiagnostic Testing
Integrated Medical Diagnostics’ Neurodiagnostic Testing provides cost efficiency and convenience and combines the expertise of board-certified neurologists, radiologists and experienced technicians with state-of-the-art technology.

Integrated Medical Diagnostics