Athletic Endorcements

CHICAGO WHITE SOX

As an athletic trainer in Major League Baseball I deal with a variety of injuries. However, I realize that the most important treatment many times is the first one, and for me microcurrent is the obvious choice. Because of the ease of use, portability and cost, I never go too far without the Alpha-Stim 100.

By the nature of professional sports acute injuries are the ones most often dealt with. I have had fantastic results using the Alpha-Stim 100 on contusions, sprains, strains, and a variety of other problems. There is no doubt in my mind that this modality greatly increases the recovery time of our injured athletes with their day-to-day injuries.

Our surgical cases that used the Alpha-Stim 100 while immobilized were able to return faster and with less complications such as swelling, pain, etc., then was expected by our physicians. The first treatment our athletes receive after surgery is a session with the Alpha-Stim 100 and this continues throughout the rehabilitation process.

The size, portability, and simplicity of use allows our athletes to take the unit where-ever they go. It has been used at home, on planes, on buses, at hotels and in restaurants. Our players are always able to get a treatment. This becomes very important by the nature of our business where travel is a necessity.

Thank you for introducing your product to myself and our minor league trainers. We have several units that I use at the major league level and each of our minor league teams has one. We have all become true believers of the Alpha-Stim 100 and look forward to continuing to learn about your technology.

Sincerely yours,

Herm Schneider
Head Athletic Trainer

Dallas Cowboys Football Club

Just a few thoughts in reference to our conversation the other day regarding skepticism in the medical community. We get so many calls from people who have “cures” for everything. So I can relate to the concerns of cautious practitioners as it pertains to new things. We do need to evaluate new methods of treatment scientifically. When you introduced me to Alpha-Stim back in 1994, I was skeptical. Although there was nowhere near the supporting data that exists today, we gave it a shot because we are always looking for ways to improve the care we give to our players. Since they can’t help us unless they are on the field, we have to be prepared to address virtually any type of acute or chronic pain/injury scenario. Due to our limited time frame for treatment during the season, we must use methods which are most effective. So, while we do look at studies, the bottom line for us is results.

Today, when I think of the Alpha-Stim technology, I don’t think in terms of what proof exists in some journal. We have used the Alpha-Stim repeatedly over the past six years on many different players. I have personally seen the excellent benefits of Alpha-Stim on everything from muscle sprain/strains, to back spasms, shoulders, hands, ankles, turf toe, etc. You name it, we have probably used Alpha-Stim to treat it at some point with pain relief and increased mobility being most evident. It is not a magic bullet, nothing is. For some things, we know to head straight for the Alpha-Stim. At other times we use it in more of a supporting role. We use a lot of different things, but without a doubt, Alpha-Stim is a key element of our overall treatment regimen.

Unfortunately, some practitioners may just be looking for any reason to dismiss what they do not yet understand. They would view anything you or I say about the efficacy of this treatment as anecdotal and in their eyes, worthless. Caution is good, but like anything else, it can be taken to extremes. I looked at the data, but also believe my own eyes and I continue to see results. Our players have confidence in the technology as well. As you know, our biggest challenge with Alpha-Stim lies in getting our guys to return the units because they work so well. They just don’t want to give them up and our units have a way of disappearing while other units that they obviously perceive as less effective do not.

In my opinion, any practitioner looking to help their patients should consider Alpha-Stim as a viable way to improve care by seeing it work. The fact is, Alpha-Stim needs to be seen in action or experienced to really be appreciated. As far as the Dallas Cowboys are concerned, the Alpha-Stim 100 has stood the test of time yet remains at the forefront of electromedicine.

I look forward to working with you again this season.

Sincerely,
Jim D. Maurer
Jim D. Maurer, L.A.T., A.T.C.
Head Athletic Trainer
Dallas Cowboys Football Club, Inc.

Tampa Bay Devil Rays

Dear EPII

I have used your Alpha-Stim 100 Microcurrent Stimulator for several years and have had nothing but good results. The pain and inflammation that accompanies baseball injuries can be a limiting factor in performance, but the Alpha-Stim 100 has helped me avoid this. I would recommend it for anyone with muscle or joint injuries.

Greg Vaughn
Tampa Bay Devil Rays

PACERS

I am writing this letter in support of the use of the Alpha-Stim 100. We have had success with its use with the Indiana Pacers and currently have three units. We find it quite beneficial in the treatment of acute and chronic conditions.

The  first condition we used the Alpha-Stim 100 was for a neuroma in Rik Smits’ foot, and it gave almost immediate relief of the discomfort. Since then, probably 80% of the patients (players) recognize improvement from the symptoms of strains and sprains by using Alpha-Stim 100.

Our athletic training staff believe in the benefits of microcurrent in the treatment of athletic injuries. Due to our road schedule, we appreciate the  convenience and portability of the Alpha-Stim 100.

Thank you for the introduction of the Alpha-Stim 100 to the Indiana Pacers.

Cordially yours,
David H. Craig, A.T.C.
Athletic Trainer/Team Administrator

CLEVELAND CAVALIERS

I am writing to let  you know of my success with using the Alpha-Stim 100. At first I was skeptical, but now, having worked with the unit for some time, I am extremely pleased with the results.

Since purchasing our first unit, I have  incorporated the Alpha-Stim into the rehab programs for several of the players in the Cavaliers organization. I have used it to treat knee, back, and shoulder pain as well as muscle pulls and sprains. Most of the players  that I’ve treated are experiencing very good relief from discomfort and shorter rehab times.

Thank you for introducing the Alpha-Stim to me and my staff. Its effectiveness and portability make it well suited for use  both at home and on the road.

Sincerely,
Gary Briggs, A.T.C.
Head Athletic Trainer
Cleveland Cavaliers

Seattle Thunderbirds Hockey Team

The Seattle Thunderbirds Hockey Club has used the Alpha-Stim 100 for the past 2½ seasons.  It has become the most used micro-current device amongst our hockey players.  With traveling on a bus for many hours at a time, the Alpha-Stim 100′s portability makes it possible for treatment at any time and any place.

Best results for our players occur with treatment of the back, shoulder and hip flexor regions.

Thanks again for all your help and we look forward to working with you during the 1998-1999 season.

Sincerely,

Curt Kamp
Athletic Trainer
Seattle Thunderbirds

INNERPLAY GOLF SYSTEMS

In my clinical practice, I have used CES Micro Current Therapy for the last 10 years eliminating stress and anxiety disorders. Recently I have integrated the Alpha-Stim 100 as a treatment modality for golfers, and an integral component of training with the Inner Play Golf System. The results have proven to be substantially impressive.

I have found that with the use of the Alpha-Stim 100, the golfer has an increase of focus, which promotes a correct rhythmic golf swing. It calms the player’s pre-tournament anxiety. It has, also, improved the player’s visualization for successful golf play; which, in turn, produces an increase of self-confidence.

As a low handicap golfer myself, I have personally used the Alpha-Stim 100 to enhance my play and achieved extraordinary results. My partner, Ron Pelton, PGA golf professional and consultant, has, also, used the Alpha-Stim 100 competitively with great success.

Sincerely,
Gary Strahle, Ph.D., FAACS
Diplomate, American Board of Psychotherapy
Diplomate, International Academy of Behavioral Medicine

AK FITNESS THERAPY CENTER

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am a Physical Therapist who has worked in the trenches for the last twenty-eight years doing mostly hands on treatment. The last twenty years, I have owned my own business. To keep up with the Jones’ I have bought many medical devices, none ever come close to performing like the claims they came with, except the Alpha-Stim 100.

We had used an Alpha-Stim two years ago and had it set most of the time as it only did occasional work. This was until I went to the class in Mineral Wells, Texas where the medical directors gave the class.

Our only instruction at first was from a vendor who himself did not know how to use the Alpha-Stim. We were using it all wrong I found out. The use of nasal spray for a conductor medium, rechargeable batteries, and only doing two out of the five protocols had the Alpha-Stim at a disadvantage to perform.

Now using it correctly I have seven units being used constantly with great success in decreased to eliminating pain in all types of patients. I hope you give it a try as it is the device of the future. Don’t be left out.

Sincerely,
Joseph H. Anders, L.P.T.

UTAH JAZZ

Since purchasing the Alpha-Stim 100 a few years ago, I have incorporated additional units into our treatment and rehabilitation program. This has been used for sprains, strains, muscle spasms, pain control, and a variety of other problems. Our success rate has been excellent.

Our players find the Alpha-Stim convenient to use, both at home and on our airline charter service; in fact, my only dilemma is trying to get them to return the units to me!

Thanks for all your help.
Sincerely yours,

Michael Shimensky, M.Ed., A.T.C.
UTAH JAZZ
Head Athletic Trainer