Dr. Ronald Rook on Shoulder Stretching with Dynasplint

John's Shoulder Story

“I am writing this as a testimonial, on behalf of Dynasplint Systems, regarding my experience using their shoulder system. In August of 2009, I was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff and labrum. These were surgically repaired by Charles Willamson, MD or Port Orange, FL. Following the surgery I began therapy at Florida Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation. My therapy was progressing reasonably well, but my physical therapist, Dave Manestar, PT mentioned to me that there was a device call Dynasplint that may help enhance my rehabilitation. Since I’ve always been an athletic person, I was interested in anything that could help expedite my outcome towards getting full movement in my shoulder. Upon approval from Dr. Williamson, I was introduced to Bill Teague of Dynasplint Systems. Mr. Teague met me at physical therapy and set me up with their shoulder system. Within several days of beginning treatment, my therapist and I began to notice improvement. I continued working with the device for a couple of months, and return it with just about 100% movement in my shoulder.

The treatment sessions were short (15-20 minutes, 2-3 times daily), and it gave me the opportunity to treat my shoulder at home when it was convenient for me. Since the device works on the principle of sustained, low force stretching, it was very tolerable. As Bill explained, the more stretching time, or end range time I could get, the better and faster the muscles and soft tissues would stretch permanently, which would unlock my shoulder. I was very happy to have had access to this treatment method to supplement my physical therapy and would recommend it to anyone who is trying to recover movement after a surgery. Thanks to all involved!”

Bette's Shoulder Dynasplint

"On March 10th, I was introduced to the Dynasplint^® for the shoulder and it seriously saved my life. I had 120 degrees of flexion, 40 degrees external rotation, and 90 degrees of abduction. I would lose it every time I left therapy and just the simple things like washing my hair and shaving were difficult, let alone trying to do my construction work. I used the Dynasplint^® 2 times a day for ten minutes and working up to 15 minutes. Within 7 days I had increased my flexion to 155, external rotation to 52 and Abduction to 135!!I was so pleased and so were my therapists. I had more gains with the Dynasplint^® then I had in therapy."

- A.Q.

“I had my shoulder unit for a little over a week…. I was excited because in just a matter of days I gained so much range of motion that I was able to swim and actually get my left arm up over the water… something that I haven’t been able to do in well over a year even with several weekly visits to the Physical Therapist. It feels wonderful to wake up in the morning and be able to stretch, to comb my hair and drive my car without pain. I love the shoulder unit. I get a good stretch with a minimum of pain and discomfort. I can do this on my own time without having to go down to physical therapy. What a wonderful and easy way to heal. Thanks so much. ”

– M.B.

“Dynasplint^® has been very successful with my shoulder patient’s experiencing motion problems. Every shoulder surgeon needs this in their arsenal for obtaining excellent outcomes.”

- J. Calvin Johnson, M.D.

"In February of this year I was confirmed with a preliminary diagnosis of a "frozen shoulder." My Doctor recommendation was surgery to break apart the scar tissue and removal of the tissue to prevent possible recurrence of the problem. Since the images taken with both x-ray and MRI showed no underlying cause for my problem, I felt it could be remedied with a little more perseverance on my behalf. After following the exercise program outlined for me and using the Dynasplint^® System, I am happy to report to you that I have made a remarkable recovery. My range of motion is all but 100% recovered and I feel certain it will be fully returned in a short amount of time. I believe this course of action has prevented me from having to undergo surgery!"

- K.N.