BACKSURE SHOULDER SUPPORT

Backsure is based on research and clinical trials 1-5. It provides continuous therapeutic heat by reflecting the body’s own heat (infrared) back to the target joint. Greater heat than with other materials, and many advantages over conventional heat therapy whilst support is provided through proprioception. Can be used to ease pain by itself and on top of other treatments.

Indications
Osteoarthritis, chronic shoulder pain from degenerative changes and overuse. The support covers the glenohumeral joint, rotator cuff and parts of the trapezius. The axilla is uncovered and the breathable device can be worn day and night with the effect increasing with time. Adjustable in key places for optimum fit. Optional waist strap provided. Hand wash only. For size, measure arm circumference at axilla level.

References
1. Munglani et al. Eur Spine J 2002 ; 11 :S29-30.
2. Nash et al. Pain Soc UK 2002, Abstr 115. 3. Atherton et al.
Clin J Pain, in press. 4. Petty-Saphon et al, Arch Phys Med Rehab, in press. 5. Mazucca et al. Arthr Care Res, in press.