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TheraPutty® for Hand Therapy
Hand therapy is great resource for those who have an injured hand or have just came out of hand surgery. During a hand therapy session, hand therapists will use certain hand rehabilitation tools that they think will aid in a fast … Continue reading
When to See a Hand Therapist
If you recently experienced a hand injury or had hand surgery, your hands may not work like they used to before. Hands are vital in performing key everyday tasks so it’s important to gradually get back to that lifestyle where you … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Hand Weights
Weighted hand exercises are a great way to aid kids in writing and fine hand motor skills. To practice weighted hand exercises, we offer CanDo® Hand Weights. These weights provide children of all ages extra hand and wrist stability during writing and … Continue reading
What are Gummy Vitamins
If you are someone who doesn’t eat a balanced diet of foods, then vitamins are great option for you. Vitamin supplements are great for providing all the vitamins you need daily. Chewable (gummy) vitamins are the most popular type of vitamin … Continue reading
Exercising with the CanDo® Multi-Grip™ Exerciser
The CanDo® Multi-Grip™ Exerciser is designed to provide unlimited exercise options to users who want to do various high-impact upper and lower body exercises. Each exerciser is comprised of both large and small grips that can be wrapped around hands … Continue reading
What is Rehabilitation?
Rehabilitation is the effort of a person to improve or get back to the ability they lost due to a disease or injury. It is necessary for people who want to gain back what they have lost, but it can … Continue reading
Baseline® Fingertip Pulse Oximeters
Earlier this week we discussed that pulse oximeters are available for medical and home use. For home use, pulse oximeters help users have a better handle on their oxygenation status. We recommend our line of Baseline® Fingertip Pulse Oximeters because we have … Continue reading
How Pulse Oximeters Work
If you have ever been a patient at a hospital and had a pulse oximeter placed on your finger? That device is a measurement tool that is used to measure oxygen saturation, or the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen in arterial blood. … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Multi-Grip Exerciser
Best Priced Products is pleased to introduce the newest addition to the CanDo® product lineup, the CanDo® Multi-GripTM Exerciser. The CanDo® Multi-GripTM Exerciser has large and small grips built right into the exerciser. This enables the user to perform upper … Continue reading
Medical Advancements for 2019
Every year it seems like we are getting more and more technologically advanced when it comes to the medical field. Medical advancement is beneficial for both the doctor and the patient. Below we’ve listed some medical advancements in medical technology that … Continue reading
Why You Should Use a Self-Massage Tool
Muscle tension and soreness can be a real pain. If you don’t have a partner to help give you a massage or don’t have money for a professional, it can be hard to find relief. Fortunately, there is a solution to … Continue reading
Using a Thermometer
If you are starting to feel sick it is important to know how sick you are. A good indicator for telling you if you are not doing so well is your body temperature measurement. To evaluate this, the best tool … Continue reading
Staying Healthy this Cold and Flu Season
Have you noticed the coughing and sneezing in your office starting? It is a sign that cold and flu season is in full swing. Especially this time of year, a lot of people are more susceptible to getting sick. For … Continue reading
Game Ready® for Wrist Sprains
A sprained wrist can hinder a lot of the things we do on a regular daily basis from opening doors to lifting bags. If you ever have a sprained wrist, it is important to find the best way to heal fast … Continue reading
Sprain or Fracture?
When your wrist becomes damaged, it can be hard to diagnose if the wrist is broken or just sprained. Your wrist is comprised of numerous bones and ligaments that connect bones to one another inside a joint. Damaging your wrist by … Continue reading
Starting the New Year!
It’s a new year and with that comes a new you! Now is a good time to start the new year off right with fitness and exercise. Each year, millions of people make fitness New Year’s resolutions, and each year … Continue reading
Protective Sensation
If you have diabetes you probably have been tested for your protective sensation. Protective sensation gives you a pain threshold and tells you how much pressure you can take before you feel pain. A loss of protective sensation hinders a person … Continue reading
Lidocaine for Back Pain
Muscle sprains and strains in the back can be painful but are definitely treatable. The LidoSpot™ Pain Relieving Patch is the perfect tool to temporarily relieve back pain. With this lidocaine patch you can stay mobile and perform daily tasks with less pain. … Continue reading
Causes of Back Pain
Ever wake up in the morning with aches and pains in your back? Turns out hurting your back is no joke. Your back is an important part of your body and needs to be taken care of properly. Back pain is … Continue reading
The Latest from Baseline®
If you checked our article “Choose CanDo® for the Holidays” you know that the holidays are right around the corner! It is time to find that perfect present for that special someone. If you know that your special someone uses measurement … Continue reading
Annual Checkups
Think back to when you were a child. Most likely your parents took you to a pediatrician consistently for annual health checkups. As you grew older and more independent, those annual checkups probably became few and far between. Like a car … Continue reading
Warming up with Relief Pak® Moist Heat Therapy
Heat therapy is similar to cold therapy as both are used to alleviate pain. Some treatment plans even use both heat and cold therapy together. In these situations, cold compression is used first after which heat therapy is applied. One … Continue reading
Preparing for Winter Joint Stiffness
With this week marking the beginning of December, we all know that winter is coming very soon. With Winter, comes cold weather. When it gets cold outside, our joints tend to stiffen and can cause some pain and discomfort. It … Continue reading
Choose CanDo® for the Holidays
It’s almost December and that means the holidays are right around the corner! Do you have a special someone who’s a therapist, or a patient going through rehabilitation? Below are some of our newer CanDo® products that can make the … Continue reading
Exercise with CanDo® Exercise Band Loops
Thanksgiving is over and now it is time to get back into shape. There are many ways to work off your newly acquired Thanksgiving calories. One great piece of exercise equipment that is useful for most fitness activities is a set … Continue reading
Burning off Thanksgiving Calories
Thanksgiving is this Thursday! This holiday can bring a lot of food and calories, but those extra calories can be burned off. By simply exercising on Friday (or Thursday night), you can enjoy your Thanksgiving feast and not have to … Continue reading
Thermoplastic Splinting Accessories
There are many splinting accessories that help with the creation of a thermoplastic splint. With the right splinting accessories, molding and conforming the splinting material around the patients injured area can become a lot easier. Splinting accessories include items that can … Continue reading
An Intro to Splinting Material
If you have ever sprained one of your limbs or broken a bone, then you know what a splint or a cast is. A splint is a piece of molded thermoplastic splinting material that used to keep an injured body part … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Togu® Balance Boards
Balance is key to performing most everyday tasks. Without good balance the simplest of tasks, such as walking across a room, can be daunting. As discussed in our previous blog, balance training with a balance board is one way you … Continue reading
Benefits of using Balance Boards
Life is all about balance. Having good balance allows us to have coordination and awareness. To complete even the most basic everyday tasks, balance is key. By adding balance boards to your daily routine, you can improve posture, reduce risk of injury, enhance coordination, … Continue reading
Wrist and Forearm Strength Exercises
Without proper grip strength, it is hard to do most daily activities. Grip strength essential for many daily activities from turning a door knob to carrying grocery bags home. As such, it is good practice to exercise and maintain your grip … Continue reading
The Importance of Forearm Strength
If you think that forearm strength is only good for opening pickle jars, it is time to get a grip! Forearm strength is more important than you may think. It not only promotes grip strength, it helps prevent injuries. Like … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Treatment Table
One common tool that Physical Therapists use is a treatment table. For this, we now offer our line of CanDo® treatment tables! This product line includes a variety of different treatment table options to suit the needs of both doctors and patients. CanDo® treatment … Continue reading
National Physical Therapy Month 2018
Not only is October National Chiropractic Month, it is also National Physical Therapy Month! Once a year for the whole month of October, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) seeks to celebrate and raise awareness of the benefits of physical therapy. … Continue reading
Strength and Resistance Exercises
As discussed in our article earlier this week, strength training can help you maintain a healthy weight and lead to a better quality of life. There are various ways you can practice strength training. Some ways to train involve weights … Continue reading
Benefits of Strength Training Exercises
For a healthy workout routine, one should incorporate 4 key exercises: strength, flexibility, balance and endurance training. Maintaining your health and staying physically active is best thing you can do for yourself. If you want an exercise that you can work … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: The Baseline® Pedometer
To prevent cardiac diseases and accidental falls, it is good to get moving and stay active. It can be hard to keep track of your movement yourself, especially when you want to track of your progression. If you want to effectively … Continue reading
National Chiropractic Health Month 2018
Did you know October is recognized as National Chiropractic Health Month? During this month the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) heavily encourages the public to move more to improve their musculoskeletal and overall chiropractic health. The ACA and its members strive to help the … Continue reading
Using a WaxWel® Paraffin Bath at Home
With Fall just around the corner, the weather is starting to get colder. Cold weather dries the skin and stiffens joints and muscles. A good counter to this is using a paraffin wax treatment. This treatment can moisturize the skin, relieve … Continue reading
Paraffin Wax for Therapeutic Benefits
Ever think of using wax as a type of therapy? Usually when we hear wax we think of using it for candles. Surprisingly, there are different kinds of wax that can be used for various tasks. One type of therapeutic wax … Continue reading
Types of Endurance Exercises
When we think of endurance we usually associate it with cardio or aerobic exercises. Endurance exercises can be done by running, swimming or even dancing. As such, with endurance training you can pick an exercise you like to do so that … Continue reading
Benefits of Endurance Training
For a healthy workout routine, one should incorporate 4 key exercises: strength, flexibility, balance and endurance training. Maintaining your health and staying physically active is best thing you can do for yourself. If you regularly train your strength, flexibility and … Continue reading
TheraPutty® Exercises
TheraPutty® is a rehabilitative exercise putty that can be used for many different exercises to strengthen hands. If you are recovering from hand surgery or have limited mobility in your hands, below are some TheraPutty® exercises you can do to … Continue reading
Benefits of TheraPutty® for Hand Therapy
People use their hands for almost everything. As such, the results of a hand injury can be devastating. Fortunately, there are various hand therapy treatments to get those hands working again. Whether you are a patient recovering from surgery or … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Back Stretcher
Stretching can be very beneficial for athletes and people who exercise regularly. Stretching can also help those with muscle pain by limbering up tense muscles. One such area of the body that tends to tense up is the back. With … Continue reading
3 Stretching Tips
For most people who exercise and even for those who don’t, stretching is not the most exciting thing to do. Stretching may not give those endorphins you like, but it is definitely beneficial to your overall health. To make sure you … Continue reading
Benefits of a Pegboard
If you are currently in rehabilitation or you want your toddlers to begin learning, a pegboard is a great choice. This fine motor coordination tool is both fun and advantageous. It can come in various shapes and sizes, but all boards serve the … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Inflatable Exercise Balls
With CanDo® Inflatable Exercise Balls, all your core exercises can be enhanced with just a ball. CanDo® Inflatable Balls can be used to improve balance, coordination, and flexibility. They also the perfect tool to strengthen muscles. By following the 3 inflatable ball … Continue reading
3 Inflatable Ball Exercises
Inflatable balls are more than just fun tool to bounce on. They can be used for exercises to get people in shape. If you have recently purchased an inflatable ball, you may wonder how to effectively use it. Well you’re in luck! … Continue reading
Using a Warmed Blanket
In our blog released earlier this week we spoke about how therapy blankets are the best for people with sensory processing dysfunction. Therapy blankets are weighted to hug the user into feeling nice and relaxed. If this treatment is not effective, … Continue reading
Weighted Therapy Blanket
Have you ever used a relaxing weighted blanket? If you have, you probably already know about therapy blankets. Most Occupational Therapists know that a light physical touch can be overstimulating for people with sensory processing dysfunction. To combat this dysfunction, … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Baseline® Tuning Fork
Tuning forks play a central role in vibration and sound therapy. They feature healing properties that are tied to the forks’ ability to create a resonance through the mind, body, and emotions. For performing therapies with a tuning fork, we recommend … Continue reading
Using a Tuning Fork in Medical Situations
Have you ever used a tuning fork? This tool is a very versatile instrument that can be used for many different healing processes. For those who are unaware, a tuning fork is a two-pronged metal fork that can be used as an … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Dipsters®
It’s the middle of Summer and one way to escape the heat is to relax in a pool. For people recovering from an injury, or receiving general therapy treatments, rehabilitation exercises can now be brought to the pool with Hydrotherapy. If … Continue reading
Keeping Cool for the Summer
With the extremely warm weather here to stay this Summer, it is important to stay cool. Not taking action to cool off in warm temperatures can lead to some serious and sometimes fatal health conditions, such as heat stroke. To counter … Continue reading
Foam Roller Choices
With so many foam rollers out there, it may be hard to choose the right one. There are other foam rollers then just the ordinary white one. Different foam rollers have a different firmness and are perfect for a various … Continue reading
Foam Rolling Mistakes to Avoid
If you’ve ever been in a gym, sporting goods store or even browsing through the fitness section on Amazon, you’ve probably seen a foam roller. Foam rolling is a form of self-myofascial release, or self-massage, that helps sore muscles and … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: HawkGrips® IASTM Tools
If you are looking for instruments to assist in soft tissue mobilization, look no further than HawkGrips®. Earlier this week we explained how using an instrument for soft tissue mobilization benefits patients more significantly than just using your hands. HawkGrips® … Continue reading
What is IASTM?
If you have ever seen any type of tool assisted massage, you have an idea of what IASTM is. IASTM, or Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, involves using a range of tools which enable clinicians to efficiently locate and treat individuals … Continue reading
Monitoring Heart Rate
Do you know your heart age? If you are unhappy with your heart age, there are many ways to improve it as discussed in our article earlier this week. The best ways to reduce risk of a heart attack or stroke … Continue reading
Calculating Heart Age
Have you have ever heard the phrase “heart age”? Heart age is a way to calculate and figure out your risk of a heart attack or stroke. A younger heart age means a lower risk of heart disease. Believe it … Continue reading
Treating Shoulder Pain
If you are experiencing shoulder pain, it is essential to see your doctor immediately to develop proper plan of care. However, if you cannot see a doctor in the near future, there are many ways you can soothe shoulder pain yourself … Continue reading
Causes of Shoulder Pain
The ability to move around and be mobile is something a lot of people take for granted. As people get older, the ability to do certain movements can become limited. One cause of this can be unexpected pain, that can … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Bongers
Bongers are a great tool for percussive massages. As implied in the name, Bongers lightly tap or “bong” the patient for a soothing massage. Using the Bongers is both fun to do and easy to use. Bongers feature long, ergonomic handles … Continue reading
Percussive Massage Therapy
Did you know that a massage can not only relax you, it can also relieve soft tissue pain? This type of massage therapy can be achieved through a percussive massage. This treatment, also known as tapotement, is a new breakthrough … Continue reading
Athletic Training Tools
The NATA or the National Athletic Trainers’ Association is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support athletic training as a profession. The NATA was founded in 1950 and has grown to over 45,000 members worldwide … Continue reading
National Safety Month
Observed annually in June, National Safety Month focuses on reducing the leading causes of injury at work, on the road, and in our homes and communities. Thousands of organizations nationwide participate in this month to bring awareness to safety and … Continue reading
Balance and Technology: The Bobo PRO Balance System
The future of balance training is here! If you have been balancing training for a while and have become bored of your regular exercises, you should try the Bobo PRO Balance System. This tool can be added to the balance training products … Continue reading
The Importance of Balance Training
Do you have good balance? You may not realize it, but having good balance is essential to do everyday tasks, such as walking or carrying a backpack or purse. Even though it seems like balancing is an easy thing to do, … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Treatment Tables
Earlier this week, we wrote about 3 important factors to consider when buying a treatment table. You should consider portability, durability, and size. Are you considering purchasing a treatment table to help your business? If you are, you should consider the CanDo® … Continue reading
Buying the Right Treatment Table
When it comes to buying a treatment table for your clinic it can be hard to choose the best one. Trying to find the right treatment table that fits your needs can be a daunting task if you do not know what you … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: LidoSpot® Pain Relieving Patch
When it comes to figuring out how to treat pain there are a lot of different options. Products ranging from an ice pack for dull pain to TENS stimulation for more chronic pain. For fast-acting, long-lasting temporary pain relief we recommend … Continue reading
How Pain Works
If you have ever stubbed your toe or have gotten a paper cut, you know what pain feels like. You get an immediate sharp sensation at the injured area followed by a much duller feeling and possibly a scream. If the … Continue reading
Hydrotherapy Treatment Methods
Earlier this week we gave a brief introduction to Hydrotherapy. This water therapy can be used for rehabilitation and can improve muscle strength and cardio ability. Aquatic Therapy, Whirlpool Baths, and Hot/Cold Water Therapy are some of the common Hydrotherapy … Continue reading
Introduction to Hydrotherapy
With the weather getting warmer, now is a great time to get active in the water. Going for a swim is a great way to stay active as it promotes muscle strength and cardio activity. It’s also a good way to … Continue reading
Keeping Safe with TOGU® Inflatable Exercise Balls
When it comes to exercising, safety should always be your top concern. If you are not aware of the potential safety hazards, serious injury can occur. Luckily, a lot of companies have safety measures built-in to their products, making it easy … Continue reading
Outdoor Safety Tips
While it is good to stay active during National Physical Fitness and Sports Month it is just as important to stay safe. Safety does not necessarily mean you have to live inside a bubble. You can go for a hike, take … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Baseline® Fold-Up™ Monofilament
Earlier this week, we wrote about monofilaments and the tests they could provide. The monofilament is one of the best tools to test for diabetic foot ulcerations. If the ulceration is caught early enough, amputation can be avoided. There are many … Continue reading
What Are Monofilaments?
Have you ever used or have been treated with monofilaments? From the name alone, there is not much you can surmise as to what monofilament does. Mono means one and filament is a slender threadlike object. Put it together and it … Continue reading
National Osteoporosis Month
The month of May isn’t just for fitness and sports. This month is also National Osteoporosis Month. While you are being physically active it is just as important to be aware of your bone structure. Making sure your bones are healthy … Continue reading
National Fitness and Sports Month
Did you know the month of May is National Fitness and Sports Month? To celebrate, we are spreading the word that anyone, if physically able, can benefit from being active. For children, physical activity can improve muscle fitness and heart health. For … Continue reading
Types of Exercises with Resistance Bands
Have you ever exercised with resistance bands? A resistance band is a multi-functional exercise tool that allows the user to do many exercises with just one band. The resistance of the band can vary depending on the flexibility of the … Continue reading
Working Out with Resistance Bands
If you want to strength train but don’t have easy access to a gym, try using resistance bands. Using resistance bands gives you the workout you desire without the need of carrying heavy weights or using up a lot of space. … Continue reading
Use Puttycise® for Occupational Therapy
One service that Occupational Therapists provide to individuals is hand therapy. In situations, some people may incur a hand injury that they wouldn’t be able to fully recover from. This is where Occupational Therapy can help. Occupational Therapists treat people who … Continue reading
Improve Fine Motor Skills with Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists cover a wide variety of rehabilitative exercises. This includes but is not limited to exercises that improve motor skills. Some exercises an Occupational Therapist provides may seem like they wouldn’t be beneficial, however, these seemingly non-functional tasks can produce … Continue reading
Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy
Often times occupational therapy and physical therapy get mistaken for being the same profession. They do share some commonalties. Practitioners of each profession are trained in the knowledge and practice of treating musculoskeletal injuries. Also, both professions aim to educate patients … Continue reading
Occupational Therapy Month
Here at Best Priced Products we are celebrating Occupational Therapy Month! To celebrate, we want to inform and make people aware of Occupational Therapy. This profession is important as it affects the way people with health problems live their lives. For … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: Baseline® Body Fat Scale
If you are on a weight loss journey, an essential tool to use to track your progress is a scale. Measuring your weight allows you to compare your current weight to your future weight loss. For a great scale that … Continue reading
Weight Loss Misconceptions
Losing weight can be a daunting task. There are so many myths surrounding weight loss that it can be hard to tell truth from fiction. Trying to lose weight is hard enough without all the confusion of how someone should … Continue reading
Healthy Training for the Summer
Spring has just begun and that means that Summer is right around the corner. With Summer almost here, a lot people like to exercise to prepare for the beach. To prepare, it is key to exercise with a well-rounded routine. One … Continue reading
Training for Winter Sports in Spring
Are you an avid skier? Spring is here, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop practicing for winter sports. Professional skiers don’t just stop once the ice melts and neither should you. There is a way to start practicing for … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Pronation/Supination Wrist Exercise Wheel
Have you recently injured your wrists? You’re in luck! The CanDo® Pronation/Supination Wrist Exercise Wheel is here and it’s ready to help you out with your wrist recovery. As the name suggests this wheel exercises your wrist, but it also does … Continue reading
It’s All in the Wrists
Ever try doing a push-up and end up quitting not because of a burning in your chest, but from a burning in your wrists? Chances are this pain is formed because your wrists are not strong enough to support your weight. … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Exercise Yoga Mat
One of the best ways your body can naturally deal with stress and depression is by practicing yoga. Yoga is great way to relax the mind and body while also getting in some physical activity. There aren’t many things you … Continue reading
Yoga for Anxiety and Depression
Do you ever have a feeling of depression or anxiety? It turns out, too much work from either school or the office can be a common cause. To counter this, some people look at medicine to help control these feelings. There … Continue reading
National Sleep Awareness Week
Sleeping is unavoidable and helps as person “recharge” after a long day! It’s the one thing most of us look forward to at the end of the night. With the proper amount of sleep awareness, people can be better prepared … Continue reading
Patient Safety Awareness Week
This week (Mar. 11-17) marks Patient Safety Awareness Week. This week is designed to encourage awareness about patient safety among the public and healthcare professionals. Patient safety is a fundamental principle of health care. What makes patient safety so essential to … Continue reading
Fascia Training with the Actiball® Relax Thermo
The word fascia is a widely used term in the physical therapy world, originating from the Latin word meaning “band or bundle”. Fascia is a band or sheet of connective tissue made up of mostly collagen that is found beneath the … Continue reading
Jump Into Action with The Jumper®
If you ever wanted a balance trainer that can do more than just improve your balance, the TOGU® Jumper® Stability Dome may be right for you. The Jumper® is a multi-functional stability dome used for strength and endurance training. Thanks in part to … Continue reading
Product Spotlight: CanDo® Twist-n-Bend® Bars
If you are looking to strengthen and increase your range of motion, look no further than the CanDo® Twist-n-Bend® Exercise Bars. Twist-n-Bend® bars are lightweight and portable making them perfect for people who travel and want to strengthen their wrists and shoulders … Continue reading