Foot/Ankle
Dorsal night splint for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis or tight calves:
This is a great product to help with calf tightness and people that may have calf cramps at night. It is low profile so it allows you to sleep without a big bulky brace that gets in the way. We typically sleep with our feet pointed so by stretching the calves all night long slowly, it can help take the stress and strain off the Achilles and/or the bottom of the foot.
http://www.footsmart.com
Spenco Soft full foot arch supports for pronators and dropped arches as well as plantar fasciitis:
A lot of people have flat feet and may need arch supports but the custom or plastic arch supports are too painful. We have found that this is a great alternative because it does not irritate the arch because of the cushioning yet it still allows it to assist and lift the arch.
http://www.footsmart.com
Moldable over the counter soft arch supports:
This product is also a great one for people who are sensitive to classic arch supports and only need a little support. A few of our patients with plantar fasciitis preferred these one people they had additional cushioning at the heel as well as they were moldable to the patients foot.
http://www.profootcare.com
Toe spacers for bunion and alignment issues:
There is some controversy behind toe spacers but I have found them clinicially very helpful for many patients who struggle from bunion pain or toe alignment issue. We recommend that you start off wearing them at night to see how you tolerance is to the change in position and then you can slowly transition into wearing them in the day. Not all bunions like toe spacer because of the forced shifting but for some it can be immediate relief.
http://www.profootcare.com
Alternative to Yoga toes:
This product has been gaining press about correcting foot problems and a lot of patients ask about them. So we have included a less expensive option that had the same effect. Essentially, Yoga Toes help by gently spreading the toes and allowing the muscle to stretch. They recommend 10 minutes a day and many patients feel the difference immediately.
http://www.walgreens.com
Tacco arch supports: arch support only narrow shoes
This is a great product for people who need arch supports but hate the full arch support because they take up too much room in their shoes. They can be moved from shoe to shoe and you place them in your arch support where they are secured by tape. They are specially effective for narrower shoes and/or heels for women.
http://www.foot-comfort.com
Gel arch supports:
These are arch supports are an alternative to the Tacco arch supports previously discussed. The difference is that these ones are soft and cushioning. A lot of people need arch supports but find them too painful in their arches. These are a good alternative because they are soft.
http://www.walgreens.com
Air lift Posterior tendonitis Brace:
This brace had been used successfully to treat posterior tibial tenoditis in fact we found it after we read about a study that had great results. It is an ankle brace that uses are cells to pad in arch as well as the heel to take the wait off the tendon. Many of my patients have loved this brace.
http://www.aircast.com
Aircast ankle sprain brace:
This is the classic ankle brace that the hospitals or doctors give if you sprain your ankle. The benefit to this brace versus an over the counter brace is air cells which cushion the ankle which is often very swollen and painful.
http://www.aircast.com
Adjustable Heel Lift:
Whether one leg is longer then another and that you just need to take the pressure off your heal from plantar fasciitis. This heel lift offers the ability to adjust it to a height that feels comfortable. This is achieved by just peeling back the layers.
http://www.promedproducts.com
Plantarfascia Sock:
One of the main causes of plantar fasciitis is a tight bottom of your foot. This sock allows you to stretch the fascia while wearing it. It is ideal for sleeping because that is when we tend to point our toes and often wake up with morning pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
http://www.promedproducts.com
Plantar Fascia Roller:
http://www.tptherapy.com
Dorsal night splint for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis or tight calves:
This is a great product to help with calf tightness and people that may have calf cramps at night. It is low profile so it allows you to sleep without a big bulky brace that gets in the way. We typically sleep with our feet pointed so by stretching the calves all night long slowly, it can help take the stress and strain off the Achilles and/or the bottom of the foot.
http://www.footsmart.com
Spenco Soft full foot arch supports for pronators and dropped arches as well as plantar fasciitis:
A lot of people have flat feet and may need arch supports but the custom or plastic arch supports are too painful. We have found that this is a great alternative because it does not irritate the arch because of the cushioning yet it still allows it to assist and lift the arch.
http://www.footsmart.com
Moldable over the counter soft arch supports:
This product is also a great one for people who are sensitive to classic arch supports and only need a little support. A few of our patients with plantar fasciitis preferred these one people they had additional cushioning at the heel as well as they were moldable to the patients foot.
http://www.profootcare.com
Toe spacers for bunion and alignment issues:
There is some controversy behind toe spacers but I have found them clinicially very helpful for many patients who struggle from bunion pain or toe alignment issue. We recommend that you start off wearing them at night to see how you tolerance is to the change in position and then you can slowly transition into wearing them in the day. Not all bunions like toe spacer because of the forced shifting but for some it can be immediate relief.
http://www.profootcare.com
Alternative to Yoga toes:
This product has been gaining press about correcting foot problems and a lot of patients ask about them. So we have included a less expensive option that had the same effect. Essentially, Yoga Toes help by gently spreading the toes and allowing the muscle to stretch. They recommend 10 minutes a day and many patients feel the difference immediately.
http://www.walgreens.com
Tacco arch supports: arch support only narrow shoes
This is a great product for people who need arch supports but hate the full arch support because they take up too much room in their shoes. They can be moved from shoe to shoe and you place them in your arch support where they are secured by tape. They are specially effective for narrower shoes and/or heels for women.
http://www.foot-comfort.com
Gel arch supports:
These are arch supports are an alternative to the Tacco arch supports previously discussed. The difference is that these ones are soft and cushioning. A lot of people need arch supports but find them too painful in their arches. These are a good alternative because they are soft.
http://www.walgreens.com
Air lift Posterior tendonitis Brace:
This brace had been used successfully to treat posterior tibial tenoditis in fact we found it after we read about a study that had great results. It is an ankle brace that uses are cells to pad in arch as well as the heel to take the wait off the tendon. Many of my patients have loved this brace.
http://www.aircast.com
Aircast ankle sprain brace:
This is the classic ankle brace that the hospitals or doctors give if you sprain your ankle. The benefit to this brace versus an over the counter brace is air cells which cushion the ankle which is often very swollen and painful.
http://www.aircast.com
Adjustable Heel Lift:
Whether one leg is longer then another and that you just need to take the pressure off your heal from plantar fasciitis. This heel lift offers the ability to adjust it to a height that feels comfortable. This is achieved by just peeling back the layers.
http://www.promedproducts.com
Plantarfascia Sock:
One of the main causes of plantar fasciitis is a tight bottom of your foot. This sock allows you to stretch the fascia while wearing it. It is ideal for sleeping because that is when we tend to point our toes and often wake up with morning pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
http://www.promedproducts.com
Plantar Fascia Roller:
http://www.tptherapy.com
Low Back
Posture corrective brace for thoracic curvatures and anterior shoulder problems:
Some upper back and shoulder problems are often caused from poor posture that we cannot control. This brace allows for the correction and to sit up straight without straining. It is small enough that many of my patients where it under there clothes.
http://www.footsmart.com
Futuro Back brace for low back spasms and acute low back pain:
This is a great general back brace. The reason we like it so much is that it now only has extra support in the low back but it also acts like a corset. This is really important when your back is in spasm and you need to take some pressure off the spine to allow the spasms to relax. Although we don’t condone wearing back braces for extended periods of time, this one is very helpful during an acute episode.
http://www.footsmart.com
Lumbar roll:
This link actually shows a variety of lumbar rolls to help support the low back during sitting. The purpose of a lumbar roll is to put the spine is a position that has less stress while sitting. We tend to slouch so this supports assists us in sitting up straight.
http://www.optp.com
Pilates Magic Circle:
This is a great tool to use when exercising, it provides additional stabilization of the lower extremity by engaging the adductor muscles and thus assisting with core stabilization. It is also extremely versatile and can be used for upper extremity as well as other muscle groups.
http://www.optp.com
Lumbar Stick – Body Stick:
Often you are just looking for something to massage out those tight muscles but have nothing that can really get into the spot. The body stick is a great device to do just that. It has moving wheels that provide a massaging feeling to the tight area; the pressure is also controlled by how much you push on the muscle. Many marathoners/runners find this tools essential.
http://www.optp.com
Posture corrective brace for thoracic curvatures and anterior shoulder problems:
Some upper back and shoulder problems are often caused from poor posture that we cannot control. This brace allows for the correction and to sit up straight without straining. It is small enough that many of my patients where it under there clothes.
http://www.footsmart.com
Futuro Back brace for low back spasms and acute low back pain:
This is a great general back brace. The reason we like it so much is that it now only has extra support in the low back but it also acts like a corset. This is really important when your back is in spasm and you need to take some pressure off the spine to allow the spasms to relax. Although we don’t condone wearing back braces for extended periods of time, this one is very helpful during an acute episode.
http://www.footsmart.com
Lumbar roll:
This link actually shows a variety of lumbar rolls to help support the low back during sitting. The purpose of a lumbar roll is to put the spine is a position that has less stress while sitting. We tend to slouch so this supports assists us in sitting up straight.
http://www.optp.com
Pilates Magic Circle:
This is a great tool to use when exercising, it provides additional stabilization of the lower extremity by engaging the adductor muscles and thus assisting with core stabilization. It is also extremely versatile and can be used for upper extremity as well as other muscle groups.
http://www.optp.com
Lumbar Stick – Body Stick:
Often you are just looking for something to massage out those tight muscles but have nothing that can really get into the spot. The body stick is a great device to do just that. It has moving wheels that provide a massaging feeling to the tight area; the pressure is also controlled by how much you push on the muscle. Many marathoners/runners find this tools essential.
http://www.optp.com
Shoulder/Elbow
Shoulder/Elbow Aircast tennis/golfers elbow brace:
Tennis and golfers elbow is a common overuse problem that effects a wide range of individuals. This brace is essential in its treatment. The theory behind it, is that the air pocket takes the pressure of the irritated tendon and allows it to heal. It should be worn snuggly so to disperse the tension.
http://www.aircast.com
Body Blade:
This is a great exercise tool for upper extremity strengthening. It allows muscles to work in conjunction with either a small or large range. It even can give a cardio effect that is often hard to achieve in the upper extremity but working arm muscle group simultaneously.
http://www.bodyblade.com
Shoulder/Elbow Aircast tennis/golfers elbow brace:
Tennis and golfers elbow is a common overuse problem that effects a wide range of individuals. This brace is essential in its treatment. The theory behind it, is that the air pocket takes the pressure of the irritated tendon and allows it to heal. It should be worn snuggly so to disperse the tension.
http://www.aircast.com
Body Blade:
This is a great exercise tool for upper extremity strengthening. It allows muscles to work in conjunction with either a small or large range. It even can give a cardio effect that is often hard to achieve in the upper extremity but working arm muscle group simultaneously.
http://www.bodyblade.com
General Exercise
Airex pad for balance:
Balance is often compromised after an injury and is an area that can be overlooked. This is very often seen in ankle sprains where retraining balance is essential for decreasing the rate of reinjury. This pad is also helpful for retraining general balance issues that often occur as we age.
http://www.optp.com
Foam Roll: half roll
This roll has many purposes from massaging the low back to pinpointing tender spots on the thigh and calf. This roller is more stabile since half of it is round and does not roll. It can be just as effective as full roller and has the added benefit of being used for balance activities.
http://www.optp.com
Foam Roll: heavy users
http://www.optp.com
Thera-cane:
This is a great product to help reach those knots in your shoulders and back that you can never reach. The design allows you to vary the pressure as well has different types of points you can press to release tension.
http://www.optp.com
Stretch out Strap:
This is not your basic yoga strap instead in has a variety of loops to allow for deeper stretches as well as different positions. Often it is hard to stretch the right place, this strap assist in targeting difficult areas.
http://www.optp.com
Swiss ball 65 cm:
Exercise balls are a very useful tool for strengthen and stabilization. As physical therapist, we incorporate them in a lot of our home programs. The range of exercises is quite extensive from low and upper back to hamstring.
http://www.bannertherapy.com/
Cold Packs:
Some of the main problems with cold packs is that when they freeze they become stiff and even though they are cold they don’t touch the area. Chattannooga cold packs actually stay flexible as they freeze, they also com in variety of sizes to accommodate low back to shoulders.
http://www.bannertherapy.com
BOSU:
Great tool for balance. It is essentially half a ball that trains the body to adjust to different surfaces. It can be used statically or dynamically as with stepping on and off for an aerobic effect.
http://www.bosu.com
Airex pad for balance:
Balance is often compromised after an injury and is an area that can be overlooked. This is very often seen in ankle sprains where retraining balance is essential for decreasing the rate of reinjury. This pad is also helpful for retraining general balance issues that often occur as we age.
http://www.optp.com
Foam Roll: half roll
This roll has many purposes from massaging the low back to pinpointing tender spots on the thigh and calf. This roller is more stabile since half of it is round and does not roll. It can be just as effective as full roller and has the added benefit of being used for balance activities.
http://www.optp.com
Foam Roll: heavy users
http://www.optp.com
Thera-cane:
This is a great product to help reach those knots in your shoulders and back that you can never reach. The design allows you to vary the pressure as well has different types of points you can press to release tension.
http://www.optp.com
Stretch out Strap:
This is not your basic yoga strap instead in has a variety of loops to allow for deeper stretches as well as different positions. Often it is hard to stretch the right place, this strap assist in targeting difficult areas.
http://www.optp.com
Swiss ball 65 cm:
Exercise balls are a very useful tool for strengthen and stabilization. As physical therapist, we incorporate them in a lot of our home programs. The range of exercises is quite extensive from low and upper back to hamstring.
http://www.bannertherapy.com/
Cold Packs:
Some of the main problems with cold packs is that when they freeze they become stiff and even though they are cold they don’t touch the area. Chattannooga cold packs actually stay flexible as they freeze, they also com in variety of sizes to accommodate low back to shoulders.
http://www.bannertherapy.com
BOSU:
Great tool for balance. It is essentially half a ball that trains the body to adjust to different surfaces. It can be used statically or dynamically as with stepping on and off for an aerobic effect.
http://www.bosu.com
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