Academy Blog

www.Thera-BandAcademy.com 2.0 is HERE

admin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:18:25 +0000

The new and improved Thera-Band Academy website 2.0 is live! Since launching the original Academy site 10 years ago, we have maintained the most comprehensive resource for Thera-Band® and Biofreeze® research and exercises. This new version of Thera-Band Academy represents the dedication of Performance Health to supporting efforts in research and education for our customers. …

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What to look for at APTA Combined Sections Meeting Feb 8-11

Dr. Phil Page — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:33:11 +0000

As a Strategic Business Partner of the APTA and Partner in Research for the Foundation for Physical Therapy, Thera-Band® and Biofreeze® products are proud to participate in the largest national meeting for physical therapy next week. The American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Sections Meeting will take place February 8-11 in Chicago and bring together members…

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Performance Health is named APTA Strategic Business Partner

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:14:46 +0000

Akron, Ohio – February 1, 2012 – Performance Health announces their participation in the American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA) Strategic Business Partners program. “Our participation in this new program is simply a continuation of a long and rewarding relationship with the APTA,” stated Phil Page, PT, PhD, ATC, FACSM, Director of Clinical Education and Research,…

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Thera-Band exercise program can improve lower limb biomechanics in females

Dr. Phil Page — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:43:33 +0000

Female athletes are particularly susceptible to anterior knee pain and injury to their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). This increased risk is thought to result from poor dynamic control of the hip and knee, particularly when the foot hits the ground. The inability to control hip adduction, knee valgus, and internal rotation in the transition from…

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Announcing New Thera-Band® Hand Xtrainer

Dr. Phil Page — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:24:12 +0000

Akron, Ohio - Performance Health is pleased to announce the availability of the new Thera-Band® Hand Xtrainer (pronounced Cross-Trainer). The Hand Xtrainer’s patented latex-free formula supports both hot and cold therapy, so it feels more comfortable in patients’ hands, including those with latex sensitivities. It’s truly a cross-functional device as it supports virtually all hand, finger,…

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