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More Rotator Cuff Facts:
The rotator cuff is a shallow 'ball-and-socket' joint where the humerus (upper arm) meets the scapula (shoulder blade).
2-5% of the population will experience Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder), most for no apparent reason.
Women and diabetics are common sufferers of Frozen Shoulder.
Ultrasound Therapy can greatly reduce the time it takes to move through the 3 stages of Frozen Shoulder.
Rotator cuff tears occur most frequently in men, ages 40-50, who do manual overhead work.
The most common tendon torn in the rotator cuff is the supraspinatus tendon.
A complete tear of the supraspinatus tendon will limit your ability to lift your arm at your side (abduct).
Ultrasound Therapy can improve the range of motion in the shoulder joint as it reduces pain.
Dear MendMeShop, I spent 7 years in the gym walking one hour and working out. I lost 85 pounds in about 2 years with a lot of hard work and dedication. After I left the gym in 2008 due to it closing I started having problems about a year later.
I recently had surgery on my left shoulder on Jan 4th of this year to shave down the bone to leave enough space for my shoulder joint to work.
It seemed to be healing slowly, until I probably reinjured it trying to cut down a small tree. I went back to my Orthopedic Surgeon for my follow up and had to have a cortizone shot in June so I could be painfree while on a long awaited vacation.
The shot lasted until September and had another shot October 26 with a warning from the Dr that if I couldn't get any better through therapy by Jan 6 2011 I would have to have the full surgery with my tendons and muscles sewn up to the top of my Rotator Cuff. I told him I don't want to go through the pain again, since I can't take pain medication due to my daily med I have to take for PTSD and can't take them both at the same time.
So I did some research for the last 2 months and kept coming up with the MendMeShop Left Shoulder Inferno Wrap. I printed all the material and showed it to my OS and he said to try it if I think it will help me. I received it in 2 days last Friday and was out of town overnight.So I didn't get to try it until Saturday night. I tried it wrapped over a sweater with a thermal shirt underneath and the heat went right through and felt like I was at the physical therapist.
The next day I did a few 60 minute sessions and I could feel my muscles ache a little bit, but NO PAIN praise God !!! I was buying a large tube of Extra Strength Muscle Rub with 16 % Menthol once a week to bear the pain along with 800 ML of Ibuprofen.Today is Thursday and I haven't had to put any rub on
my shoulder since coming home Saturday night. This Inferno Wrap is incredible and is worth every penny. I am on Disability so I can't afford to waste
a penny, but this purchase is becoming a lifesaver for me. Sometimes I just unplug from the charger, tuck the little 8 inch connector, then I tighten
the wrap to make it a compression support and the heat stays in it for hours and allows me to be able to function a lot less painful since I am left handed also.
If I could give it a 10 star rating instead of a 5 star I would. I will keep you all up to date a few times a week as I progress, along with any replies I might receive.
Sun Nov 14, 2010 2:51 pm Rating:  Rajendra Singh 
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Our knowledgeable customer advisors will be able to educate you with the right information about your chronic pain or injury and ensure you purchase only the product(s) you need. We are dedicated to healing you safely and always recommend that you discuss treatment options with your doctor before beginning any new therapy program.
Some restrictions, precautions and contraindications should be recognized before using any therapeutic device. Please refer to the MendMeShop® product safety information below before using our products.
If you have any questions, contact a customer advisor at (705) 445-3505, 1-866-237-9608 or service@aidmyrotatorcuff.com.
MendMeShop® Ultrasound Safety Information
Lavender Infusion Ultrasound Gel Safety Information
Inferno Wrap® Safety Information
Freezie Wrap® Safety Information
MendMeShop® Ultrasound Information
To reduce the risk of injury, burns, electrical shock, and/or fire, this product must be used in accordance with the following instructions:
- Keep out of reach of children and do not use on anyone under the age of 16 without express approval from a physician.
- Never use without ultrasound conductive gel.
- Never leave unit plugged in while not in use, or unattended while in operation.
- Keep unit clean to prevent cross-infection.
- Do not use in combination with other electronic equipment.
- Do not use when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or mind altering medication or when suffering from extreme fatigue.
- Do not submerge the unit in water or other liquid. If unit gets wet, place it in a dry area to dry out for at least 24 hours before attempting to use again.
- Wait 45 minutes after an Ultrasound treatment before beginning an Inferno or cold compression treatment, thereby allowing the body to return to normal body temperature.
- Consult your doctor or therapist before using this ultrasound device.
Contraindications
MendMeShop® highly recommends that you consult a physician before using this ultrasound device. Use of this device is not recommended:
- on patients with hemophilia, abnormal blood pressure, spina bifida, surgical laminectomies of the spine, malignancies, or infectious diseases
- over infected tissue or bone
- on areas that are not within a normal body temperature range (i.e. recently iced or heated areas)
- over open sores, lesions, or sunburned skin
- over implants of any sort including plastic, silicon, cement or metal (including metal mesh)
- over the skull area or face
- over areas suspected to be cancerous or pre-cancerous
- over mucous membranes (mouth, nose, rectum, anus, vagina)
- over numb areas of the skin
- on patients with electronic implants such as pacemakers
- over the midsection area of pregnant females (including lower back, abdomen, groin and lumbar area) or females suspected of being pregnant
- directly over organs including sex organs, thyroid (upper front of neck), liver, stomach, lungs, spleen, bowels, kidneys, heart
- for use anywhere above the neck (this includes over areas such as the eyes, ears and temple)
- over areas injected with medication or a steroid (i.e. cortisone) within the last 30 days
If you are unable to use ultrasound due to any of the contraindications listed above, using an Inferno Wrap® for BFST® can achieve similar treatment results.
Lavender Infusion Ultrasound Gel Information
- Gel is intended for external use only. Do not ingest.
- Gel contains natural anti-inflammatory ingredients that may react to sensitive skin. If irritation occurs discontinue use and call our customer service department.
Inferno Wrap® Information
To reduce the risk of injury, burns, electrical shock, and/or fire, this product must be used in accordance with the following instructions:
- Take care to avoid dehydration from overuse when using your Inferno Wrap.
- Do not plug device in and leave unattended.
- This device is not meant for use nor should be accessible to children or infants.
- Do not use during sleep.
- This wrap is not to be used on a person with poor blood circulation unless monitored carefully.
- Regularly check your skin under the wrap for redness or reaction.
- The Inferno Wrap® should never be used near water (nor submersed in water) or any other liquid when plugged in.
- Remove Energy Web™ before washing.
- If you pull your wrap by the power cord it may damage the unit.
- Wait 45 minutes after an Inferno treatment before beginning an ultrasound or cold compression treatment, thereby allowing the body to return to normal body temperature.
- Do not attempt to diagnose or self-treat any disease or condition without direct supervision or advice of a physician.
Surgical Implants:
Metal pins, rods, artificial joints, or any other surgical implants generally are not heated by the Inferno Wrap® system. Nevertheless, a person should consult his or her surgeon before receiving such therapy. Certainly discontinue use if a person experiences pain near any implants.
Silicone will absorb energy emitted by the Energy Web™. Implanted silicone or silicone prostheses may be warmed by the treatment. As silicone melts at over 200 degrees Celsius, it should not be adversely affected by the Inferno Wrap® system; however, it is still advised that a person checks with his or her physician/surgeon to be certain.
Malignancy (Cancer or other Malignant conditions):
Do not use the Inferno Wrap® without express approval by your physician.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy: If you are pregnant or suspicious that you are pregnant, discontinuation of the Inferno Wrap® is recommended.
- Haemorrhage: Haemophiliacs and anyone predisposed to haemorrhage should avoid usage of this product or any other type of heating that would create vasodilation, potentially leading to a tendency to bleed.
- Pain: Pain should not be experienced when using the Inferno Wrap®. If pain is experienced, discontinue use of the product.
Freezie Wrap® Information
- Do not keep the wrap on longer than 20 minutes as skin irritation may occur. If treating an area with limited skin, fat or muscle decrease time to 10 minutes.
- Do not use the wrap if you suffer from Raynaud's, diabetes, sensitivity to cold or any medical condition with reduced blood flow to the arms or legs.
- Wait 45 minutes after a cold therapy treatment before beginning an ultrasound or BFST® treatment, thereby allowing the body to return to normal body temperature.
- Do not sleep with ice pack on.
- If abnormal pain, swelling or unusual reactions are experienced while using this product, remove and discontinue use and seek advice from your medical professional.
Consult your medical professional before beginning any treatments.
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Rotator Cuff Injury Facts:
The term "rotator cuff" refers to a group of four tendons that attach four shoulder muscles to the upper arm bone.
About 6 million people in the U.S. seek medical care each year for shoulder problems.
The shoulder joint has the widest range of motion of all joints in the body.
Ultrasound Therapy can speed rotator cuff injury recovery significantly.
Continual repetitive use of the injured rotator cuff will lead to a worse injury.
Although the rotator cuff can tear suddenly as a result of a serious injury, most rotator cuff problems develop over time.
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