CIRCULATORY

"...The Iymphatic system serves a major bodily function, which is to provide a fluid return system from the tissues, restoring to the blood circulation both fluid and other substances, especially plasma protein that leaks out of the capillaries and cannot be reabsorbed directly back into the circulation. Thus, the Iymphatic system plays an important role in the overall homeostasis of body fluids... ⁷

"...Edema frequently accompanies venous leg ulcers..." ⁵

"...The presence of edema has several consequences. Edema promotes dermatitis and infection and may also impair wound healing. If lymphatic function is impaired, the cycle of edema, infection, and then fibrosis will cause further deterioration in lymph drainage. Lymphatic impairment may be an important component in the persistence of chronic venous leg ulcers and account for the difficulty of treating the "complicated leg ulcer" effectively..." ⁵

"...Swelling of the foot with clinical features indistinguishable from those Iymphodema often occurs in patients with chronic venous ulceration..." ⁵

"...Forty-five percent of ulcerated legs (in patients 65 years of age) were edematous. In the older group 33% of non-ulcerated limbs were swollen..."⁵

"...This decrease in function with age may be caused by changes in the transport capacity of the lymphatic system or by reduced muscle pump function..." ⁵

"...Thrombosis may result in deep venous incompetence and subfacial lymph transport is restricted in the post-thrombotic syndrome..."⁵

"...lymph pump is a major contributor to the outflow pressure-flow rate responses. .. ⁶

"...lymphatic vessels in many species including man are spontaneously active, and there is much evidence to suggest that this represents and important intrinsic mechanism for pumping lymph. . ."⁷

"...stimulation of the sympathetic chain increased lymph flow and lymphatic contraction frequency..." ⁷

"...increased lymph flow was not dependent upon an effect on blood vessels, thus supporting the notion that is was due to direct Iymphatic stimulation..." ⁷

"...The lymphatic system serves a major bodily function, which is to provide a fluid return system from the tissues, restoring to the blood circulation both fluid and other substances, especially plasma protein that leaks out of the capillaries and cannot be reabsorbed directly back into the circulation. Thus, the lymphatic system plays an important role in the overall homeostasis of body fluids. . ." ⁸

"...The active driving force is due to the intrinsic contractility of the lymph vessels..." ⁸

"...lymphatic smooth muscle tone seems to play a major role in the regulation of spontaneous contractions..."⁸

" The passive driving mechanisms are due to the compression and suction of lymph vessels resulting from extrinsic such as the muscle pump "⁸

ANSWER: These articles were written Ire 1993, the Neuro Care™ 1000 was registered with the FDA in August of 1993.

The Neuro Care™ 1000 is portable and can achieve muscle recruitment in the large muscle groups, deep muscle groups as well as the smaller muscle groups.

Because the Neuro Care™ is portable, the patient can give themselves treatments at home as often as prescribed. Thus allowing a more intense treatment program.

The Neuro Care™ 1000 is portable and approved for in-home use by the patient. Simple operation makes it very convenient for the user. Very cost-effective for the insurer and patient's rehabilitation is accelerated because of more frequent treatments. Patient becomes a "participant in his/her own wellness program".

The Neuro Care™ 1000 can be used at home and the family members can be instructed on the placement of the electrodes. As well as having specialized protocols with pictures to assist the patient at home.

The Neuro Care™ 1000 receives the deep contraction with little to no discomfort to the patient because the contraction is achieved primarily from voltage not amperage. Neuro Care™ 1000 has 1.2 milliamps and 340 volts.

The Neuro Care™ 's four-lead model can be used with up to 16 pad placements, involving more muscle groups.

Neuro Care™ 1000 gets deep muscle contraction and also works the lymphatic vessels.

Neuro Care™ 1000's indications include: Immediate Postsurgical stimulation of calf muscles to Prevent Venous Thrombosis.

Neuro Care™ 1000's indications include: Reduction of Edema.

One of the indications listed for the Neuro Care™ 1000 is increased Range of Motion.

The Neuro Care™ 1000 has adapted effective parameters within the settings and the only thing that changes per patient or application is the intensity. This has taken the "guess work" out of the treatments, making it easier for the clinicians and for the patient when using at home.

The Neuro Care™ 1000 is proving to be THE IDEAL STIMULATOR!!!! Deep, strong muscle contractions with little to no discomfort.

It is amperage that causes pain. Most EMS units use 60 to 100 milliamps to achieve contractions, the Neuro Care™ 1000 uses 1.2 milliamps and uses voltage to achieve deep, strong contractions with little to no pain.

There is no "trial and error" when setting the Neuro Care™ 1000, the necessary parameters are built in for optimal results, even with the patient doing the treatment in their home.

The Neuro Care™ is used at home, by the patient. It rents for $125 per week or $300 per month. Patients get well faster because they are able to have more frequent treatments.

Neuro Care™ 1000's indications include: Prevention of Venous Thrombosis.

Neuro Care™ 1000's indications include: Prevention or Retardation of Disuse Atrophy and Muscle Re-education.

Insurance cost is on the rise, and premiums are at a premium, so reduced recovery time and shortened hospital stays are a definite plus for both the insurance company and the patient.

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