I received my TerraQuant
device and I must say I am totally satisfied with this unit. It does a
great job, is easy to use, and I am sure I will get a lot of good benefits
by using it. THANK YOU again for your good service. I appreciate doing
business with you.
Satisfied Emerson WorldWide Customer, John Stewart, Canada
TerraQuant
is safe, effective, non-invasive. Accepted world-wide by healthcare professionals!
TerraQuant is a very worthwhile machine. It promotes healing of wounds,
tissue regeneration; it reduces the risk for cross infection and contamination
between residents. It is not invasive. It does not generate pain when
used. It reduces the cost of dressings. It has been well accepted by the
staff. It is easily teachable. It follows the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid)
principle. Often, you will hear one staff member go through the corridors
asking, "who has kept the TerraQuant Laser machine for themselves?"
Nursing Staff,
Elderly Care Facility, Melbourne, Australia.
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Physiotherapy.
I have found
the TerraQuant Laser simple and easy to use. It has been very effective in
the treatment of shoulder and elbow problems specifically in tennis elbow.
It has also helped to resolve some stubborn sprained ankles. The TerraQuant
is also a helpful adjunct for scar management especially in the hand. The
TerraQuant laser system has proved a useful tool in our physiotherapy Practice.
Jayne Gould,
Chartered Physiotherapist, London.
Arthritis pain in knee joints and hands.
I have been
suffering from severe chronic pain in my knee joints which made bending
my knees and going up and down the stairs excruciatingly painful. After
ten days of daily TerraQuant treatment, using programs 1 and 2, 20 minutes
each day on each knee, I feel a noticeable improvement. The pain has not
disappeared, but I can now bend my knees and can walk up and down the
stairs with greater ease. I also have arthritis in my hands, and as a
hairdresser who shampoos women's hair every day, each time I wet my hands,
I feel strong pain. After using TerraQuant on my hands for fifteen consecutive
days, I can feel a noticeable reduction in pain. I continue to use TerraQuant
every day or every other day both on my knees and on the arthritis in
my hands. I thank my daughter every day for buying me TerraQuant as a
present.
Mrs. D Nathaniel,
London.
Cramps.
73-year-old
female presented with severe pain in the left calf following an episode of
prolonged cramps while in bed. She was seen to be extremely tender over the
medial head of the Gastrocnemius muscle, and responded well to 4 treatments
with low level laser.
B.F. Dr Fred Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health. Back
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Wrist and burn.
I plug the
machine in and find that it is actually a model of simplicity to operate.
You choose one of five preset programs - each with different pulse frequencies
- press the start button and apply the emitter (looks like a shower head)
over the affected area. I used the programme for wrist pain, and I was
pleased to detect a moderate increase in mobility and a reduction in pain.
I also tried the programme to treat a small burn, and noticed that it
quickly changed from an angry crimson to a faint blush. I'd definitely
give it a qualified thumbs up.
Arthritis News,
April-May 2005.
Muscle Pain.
43-year-old
female with incomplete tear of the inner thigh muscles sustained after
a cycling injury. A reduction in pain was noticeable after the first treatment,
and a dramatic decrease in swelling after a series of treatments.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Foot and knee pain.
32-year-old
male knocked right knee over upper margin of patella. He complained of
pain and weakness on extension of knee. After 3 treatments of low level
laser therapy, pain and weakness had subsided.
W.C.C. Dr Fred Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health.
57-year-old female had
a large tin of canned fruit dropped onto dorsum of right foot. Patient on
Warfarin. She developed pain and swelling (haematoma) over the dorsum of her
foot. After 4 treatments, she was able to walk comfortably with little pain
on extension of ankle joint and toes.
U.S. Dr Fred
Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health. Back
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Back Pain.
52-year-old
male with pure low back pain, 3 months post-discectomy. The treatment was
focused on the Para vertebral muscles in the lumbar spine. A decrease in pain
was obtained and after the third treatment he was able to return to physical
therapy (which he had stopped due to the severity of the back pain).
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Lower back pain, whiplash,
shoulder pain.
Different people can react
in different ways, but overall we have been most impressed with the results
of all the tests and trials we have run.
Many professionals such
as physiotherapists are already using this technology as an alternative to
ultrasound. We tried it out on three people with different conditions. Here
are their comments:
Jack, aged 50, lower back
ache. I was willing to give anything a go as I have had backache on and off
for 20 years. You feel like such a little machine can't actually do any good,
but after two weeks using it for just 10 minutes a day I started to look forward
to my sessions. It was warming and I felt more flexible afterwards. I would
like to try it out for longer.
John, aged 46, whiplash.
I was on the receiving end of a nasty tackle during a "friendly"
Sunday morning rugby tackle. By the evening my neck was really aching and
I was dreading what I would be like the next day. I applied the TerraQuant
to one specific muscle which felt really stiff for ten minutes. The next morning
I could barely feel anything. I am sure it helped warm and relax the muscle.
It was almost like it helped release it from a spasm.
Steve aged 22, shoulder
pain. I wrenched my shoulder at work while digging and shoveling wet earth.
I am a fit guy and quite muscular, but I must have twisted myself while digging
and it really hurt. I combined using the TerraQuant with applying icepacks.
I used it twice a day for a week and the pain went away. Debra
Aspinall, Editor,
Limited Edition Magazine April/May 2005. Back
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Tendopains.
A patient suffering from severe pains in dorsal part of foot. The affected
area was swollen and very sensitive. The case was diagnosed as Tendopain.
Following 2 treatments with the laser device, the area was less swollen, and
following an additional 7 treatments, complete healing was noted, with completely
free movement of the foot.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Coccyx pain.
Age 84 - This patient had sustained a fractured coccyx several years earlier
and remained very sore. She could not sit straight for long. Traveling by
car was limited to a few kilometers because of the pain. Analgesics, NSAIDs,
and acupuncture had had no effect. The treatment consisted of 12 sessions
of TerraQuant (10 minutes at 5 Hz) over a four-week period. After six treatments,
the patient was able to sit straight albeit with bearable discomfort. After
12 treatments, she was pain-free and could walk and travel by car without
restriction.
From case studies by,
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Fractures.
25-year-old male who sustained a mid-shaft fracture of the humerus on 20th
July in Darwin while pitching a baseball. He was treated conservatively in
Darwin. After 6 weeks he came to Melbourne and complained of pain around the
upper arm and in the cubital fossa area. After investigating him for osteoporosis
(neg.) he was started on low-level laser therapy and given exercises to increase
strength around the elbow and shoulder. He showed good recovery after 14 days'
treatment as regards, pain but returned 1 week later, requesting further treatment
from which he derived significant improvement.
A.D. Dr Fred Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health. Back
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Bursitis.
73-year-old female with a painful left shoulder. Ultrasound of shoulder demonstrated
bursitis and fluid around the biceps tendon. Pain worse at night. Limited
range of movement. TerraQuant treatment was commenced daily for 6 days, with
notable improvement in level of pain. She was virtually pain-free during the
day, with diminishing night pain and increasing range of movement of the shoulder
joint.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Hip bursitis.
Age 72: This retired woman was suffering from left hip pain that reduced her
ability to go for long walks and also prevented her from sleeping on her left
side. Getting up from a chair or her sofa was painful. Palpation of the great
trochanter was painful, and a left hip ultrasound confirmed bursitis. The
treatment consisted of eight treatments of TerraQuant (5 minutes variable
frequency and 5 minutes at 50 Hz) over a three-week period. At the end of
the treatment, the patient was pain-free and could enjoy her walks again.
There was no pain at palpation and no limited range of movement of her left
hip.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Shoulder bursitis.
Age 28: The injury occurred at work; while digging and shoveling heavy wet
earthy clay, the shovel got stuck under a rock, and the patient exerted undue
force to try to lift the rock, which did not move an inch. The patient is
very muscular and exercises regularly (weight-lifting). The biceps tendon
was painful and there was limited abduction at 60 degrees and very limited
internal rotation and forward flexion. An ultrasound showed biceps tendon
inflammation and partial tear. The treatment consisted of 4 sessions of TerraQuant
(10 minutes @ 50Hz) with a prescription for NSAID and ice packs. He was assigned
to light duties with a restriction on lifting no more than two kilos. The
four sessions of TerraQuant were given over a 10-day period. At the end of
the treatment, the patient was pain-free and there was no limitation of movement,
and palpation was pain-free.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC
Achilles tendonitis.
1. Age 34: The acute injury occurred while playing basketball, which he played
only occasionally. The Achilles tendon was swollen and acutely painful at
palpation. The patient was walking with moderate pain. Treatment consisted
of three 10-minute sessions of TerraQuant (10 minutes @ 50Hz) for one week,
combined with Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID). At the end of
the treatment, the patient was able to walk freely; the Achilles tendon was
not painful at palpation.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
2. Age 78: This patient
had bilateral Achilles tendonitis and bilateral plantar fasciitis for several
weeks, with increasing intensity. The pain had not been relieved with paracetamol.
The injuries markedly annoyed this patient since he was responsible for the
maintenance of his local bowling club and was an ardent player. Treatment
consisted of 6 sessions of TerraQuant, combined with NSAID. Each TerraQuant
session consisted of 10 minutes at 50Hz for each of the Achilles tendons and
each of the plantar fasciitis. The TerraQuant sessions were distributed over
a two-week period. At the end of the treatment period, this gentleman was
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From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
3. Age 34: The acute injury
occurred while playing basketball, which he played only occasionally. The
Achilles tendon was swollen and acutely painful at palpation. The patient
was walking with moderate pain. Treatment consisted of three 10-minute sessions
of TerraQuant (10 minutes @ 50Hz) for one week, combined with Non-Steroidal
Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID). At the end of the treatment, the patient
was able to walk freely; the Achilles tendon was not painful at palpation.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Epicondylitis.
42-year-old female with right lateral epicondylitis, pain extending into the
extensor area of the forearm (out-cropping muscles). She was instructed in
the use of a tennis elbow strap, massage of the extensor muscles and stretching
of the muscle bellies. She was also asked to use a topical anti-inflammatory
ointment. After presenting with extreme pain, she reported increasing benefit
after the first 4 treatments with Low Level Laser Therapy, and was 90%95%
pain-free after 7 treatments. She was encouraged to continue other supportive
measures.
J.J. Dr Fred Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health.
Lateral Epicondylitis.
1. Age 43: This electrician had been suffering from lateral epicondylitis
for several months, with increasing intensity, not only while using his forearm
but also while at rest and even at night. Courses of NSAID taken intermittently
had provided in substantial relief. The treatment consisted of 6 sessions
of TerraQuant (10 minutes at 50 Hz) over a period of three weeks, combined
with 3 myotherapy treatments and a course of NSAID. After the three weeks
of treatment, the patient was pain-free, both while using his arm and while
at rest, and at palpation of the lateral epicondyle.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
2. 42-year-old female
with right lateral epicondylitis, pain extending into the extensor area of
the forearm (out-cropping muscles). She was instructed in the use of a Tennis
Elbow strap, massage of the extensor muscles, and stretching of the muscle
bellies. She also was asked to use a topical anti-inflammatory ointment. After
presenting with extreme pain, she reported increasing benefit after the first
4 treatments with TerraQuant, and was 90%95% pain-free after 7 treatments.
She was encouraged to continue other supportive measures.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
3. 35-year-old female
with lateral epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow). She had not responded to standard
treatments with NSAID and ultrasound, but did have a significant reduction
in pain after a series of 6 LLLT treatments.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Osteoarthritis.
A patient suffering from osteoarthritis with severe pains in both knees, and
above and under the knees. On VAS scale, levels of pain: 89. After 3
sessions of treatment with the laser device, level of pain was reduced to
VAS 6; following an additional 7 sessions, reached VAS 3. Altogether, after
12 treatments a marked improvement in pain was noted.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER. Back
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Planter Fasciitis.
A patient suffering from severe pain in the left foot and unable to stand
on it. Upon X-ray, Planter Fasciitis due to a spur was diagnosed. On the VAS
scale, pains were at the level of 67. Following 8 treatments with the
laser device, pains were reduced to level 2, and the patient started to walk
freely.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Chronic Shoulder Tenosynovitis.
42-year-old male with chronic shoulder tenosynovitis, an occupationally induced
disorder. In this case, he works over 7 hours a day at a computer work station.
A reduction in pain and an improvement in his active shoulder movements were
obtained after a series of 5 treatments. Further improvement was attained
after additional LLLT and physiotherapy.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Wrist and burn.
I plug the machine in and find that it is actually a model of simplicity to
operate. You choose one of five preset programs - each with different pulse
frequencies - press the start button and apply the emitter (looks like a shower
head) over the affected area. I used the programme for wrist pain, and I was
pleased to detect a moderate increase in mobility and a reduction in pain.
I also tried the programme to treat a small burn, and noticed that it quickly
changed from an angry crimson to a faint blush. I'd definitely give it a qualified
thumbs up.
Arthritis News,
April-May 2005.
Shingles.
Age 24: This patient had developed herpes zoster on a thoracic dermatoma.
He presented 6 days after the occurrence of symptoms. The treatment consisted
of 4 sessions of TerraQuant (10 minutes at 1000Hz) over a ten-day period,
with a prescription of Tramadol and Paracetamol 500mg and 30 mg of codeine.
After the treatments, the pain had markedly diminished, and an NSAID was sufficient
to control it. The skin lesion had almost disappeared.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Leg ulcers.
An amazing device. I have a diabetic ulcer in my leg that until recently did
not show signs of healing. After just one course of TerraQuant treatment my
ulcer is definitely showing signs of healing and is getting smaller.
Mr. J Bird,
Cleveland, Teeside. Back
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Non-bacterial inflammation.
A patient suffering from severe pains in the penis, due to non-bacterial inflammation.
All conventional treatments were ineffective. Following 3 treatments with
the laser device, level of pain was reduced, and after an additional 6 treatments,
pains practically disappeared.
From case studies by
DR. Ben-Zion Shklayer MD,
KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER.
Diabetes.
63-year-old insulin-dependent diabetic with severe degenerative disease of
the right knee, waiting for knee replacement. Awaiting hospital admission,
she received daily and alternate day treatment over 7-10 days on 2 occasions
to buy time until surgery was carried out. Post-operatively, she was using
an exercise bicycle during her rehabilitation, and developed muscle strain
of the upper anterior compartment muscles. Also post-operatively, she developed
a pressure ulcer on her other heel. Her anterior compartment strain improved
daily with 5 treatments, and the moderately deep pressure ulcer which had
been closing slowly showed rapid improvement from 1.5cms to 2mm in 7 days
and was closed by the 12th day.
Y.F. Dr Fred Bergman,
Medical Director, Nutech Health.
Superficial Thrombophlebitis.
Age 54: the patient had a superficial thrombophlebitis of the leg for several
days. Treatment consisted of two TerraQuant sessions of 10 minutes at 1000Hz
on two consecutive days. After the second treatment, the inflammation had
disappeared and the leg was not sore.
From case studies by
Dr. Remi Guibert, MD MSC.
Soft tissue injuries
& musculoskeletal inflammation.
Pain management needs addressing from several ways - often more than tablets
is required. I have used the TerraQuant device to successfully treat soft
tissue injuries and other musculo-skeletal inflammatory disorders e.g.
tennis elbow. It combines the power of three modalities to treat the conditions
and yet at the same time its use remains easy enough for patients to use
with excellent instructions. The TerraQuant is ideal unit to use in a
General Practice setting, training requirements being kept to a minimum
and yet the unit appears very safe to use.
Dr Martin Johnson,
Ashville Medical Centre, Barnsley, Yorkshire. Back
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