Product Guide 2021: Pain Management
To help patients move through a prescribed course of therapy, physical therapists should be knowledgable about the causes of pain and its impacts. They should also be well-versed in interventional techniques and pain management products that can aid patients whose pain symptoms may affect their progress through a therapy program. Many technologies are available to supplement manual therapy and exercise, including modalities such as laser therapy, ultrasound, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), and microcurrent electrical therapy. Other effective pain-relieving agents include hot and cold therapy wraps, knee supports, back supports, and topical pain-relieving gels.
TOPICAL PAIN-RELIEVING GELS WITH ALOE VERA
DJO Acquires LiteCure Laser Therapy Provider
DJO LLC, Vista, Calif, announces the acquisition of LiteCure, a provider of therapeutic laser technology for human and animal health located in New Castle, Del.
“The LiteCure portfolio was a natural fit for the DJO Recovery Sciences business, bringing together a joint passion for innovation and clinically proven technology. The acquisition will strengthen our leadership position in physical therapy and rehabilitation – and reinforces our commitment to keeping people active; enabling our customers to better serve their patients.” Brady Shirley, DJO CEO
“The LiteCure portfolio complements and expands Chattanooga’s innovative rehabilitation therapies. Together, we will bring leading technologies and treatment modalities designed to enhance patient outcomes and practice efficiency to our customers around the world.”