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Active Aging Today Series: Exercises for Frozen Shoulder
Dec 30th
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Frozen Shoulder Syndrome by Dr. Phil Page
Frozen shoulder, or “adhesive capsulitis” is a painful and debilitating condition that is difficult to manage. Exercise therapy may be helpful in maintaining range of motion and functional ability. The Thera-Band Shoulder Pulley is an important tool to increase shoulder motion. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Frozen shoulder syndrome. Active Aging Today, 2(1), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Frozen Shoulder Resource Center here
New Thera-Band Shoulder Pulley Resources on the Academy
May 3rd
With the release of the new Thera-Band® Shoulder Pulley, the Academy has created a web portal for quick access to the resources you need to start using this product right away. The Shoulder Pulley web portal is your one-stop resource to:
Create exercise handouts: The portal includes links to 14 new exercises on the Academy to help you create customized handouts for your patients home exercise programs for free!
Watch videos: The Academy now features exercise videos in the exercise database. These videos demonstrate proper use and applications of the shoulder pulley. You can even refer your patients to the site if they need a reminder on how to perform the exercises properly! You can also check out the videos on our YouTube from the portal.
Get product information: Get more details on the Shoulder Pulley, including product facts, where to buy, and insurance coding and reimbursement information.
Hear what others are saying: Check out video testimonials from professionals who use the Shoulder Pulley.
We hope you find these resources convenient and helpful. Let us know what you think about the new Shoulder Pulley!
Introducing the New Thera-Band Shoulder Pulley
May 2nd
Akron, Ohio – April 30, 2010 – Performance Health / Hygenic Corporation announces the introduction of the new Thera-Band® Shoulder Pulley, an essential tool for patients undergoing shoulder rehabilitation in regaining and maintaining range of motion.
“Unlike conventional pulleys, the Thera-Band Shoulder Pulley features a unique rope that’s divided into sections by distinct black marks. By referencing the position of these marks during exercise, patients get immediate feedback on progress. This visual feedback validates that they are improving, which is key to patient motivation,” stated Anna Schrock, Product Manager for Performance Health / Hygenic Corporation. “The marked rope also allows the rehab professional to set precise goals and limitations so that patients know how far to go and where to stop.”
“The ability to move the shoulder joint is vital for functionality in everyday physical activities, and anyone from weekend athletes to gardeners to do-it-yourself painters can experience shoulder problems,” added Phil Page, PhD, PT, ATC, CSCS, director of clinical education and research for the Thera-Band Academy. “We commonly see limited range of motion in post-operative rotator cuff tear repairs, shoulder reconstruction, and frozen shoulder, or ‘adhesive capsulitis’ patients. Physical therapy and therapeutic exercise are the keys to successful outcomes in these patients, More >
