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I must say I am very pleased with the results I have achieved so far with the MendMeShop ultrasound unit. I have received ultrasound in the past and it helped greatly. However, it was time consuming and rather inconvenient. I am glad I am found your company and I am now able to use ultrasound from home. I have been using the device since June to treat knee osteoarthritis and a previous meniscus injury. Prior to purchasing the ultrasound, I suffered from rather significant pain on a regular basis. It was difficult to go every day activities such as grocery shopping and gardening. Now, after a few weeks of using ultrasound, I am able to do those activities plus I am even square dancing. I feel that your ultrasound unit is helping me regain a more normal and pain free life.

Clara Griffiths, VA

I tore my achilles tendon, had surgery and had to wear a cast for approximately 4 months and then attended physical therapy. While at PT, I truly did not experience much relief. In fact, my pain sometime worsened. After that experience, I went online to conduct my own research and came across an achilles tendon information site from MendMeShop.com. It was quite informative and I decided to take up their recommendation and purchase the ultrasound device and ankle wrap. I was sort of afraid to be spending more money, however, my achilles was not healing. In addition, I was already spending $300 per month at physical therapy, so if this worked, I would be happy. I can not believe how well my achilles has healed since using the MendMeShop ultrasound. My husband applies the treatments on me and after each one, the pain practically disappears. He saw how well it works and he now uses it on his knee and for shoulder arthritis. He has a demanding job in a steel mill, and this ultrasound keeps him going.

Whendy Godich, PA

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I cannot believe how fast my knees are responding. I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis several years ago and was told I would probably need knee replacement in a few years. I just took Advil, Aleve, Chondroitin, Glucosamine, MSM to help limit the discomfort.( I will add that I have ordered a number of supplements that promised the end of knee pain but they have not worked). I have had the famous steroid injections that helped for a few weeks. In November my left knee swelled to twice its size and I could hardly walk. I saw an Orthopedic Sports Physician and was given an injection after the MRI and x-rays confirmed I had a Baker’s Cyst and a slightly torn meniscus (Do not know how I tore it). I did the ice and heat treatment and Aleve (800 mg every 6 hours). The swelling went down and discomfort was not as bad. I could not sit or stand for any length of time without my knees hurting and being very stiff. The physician recommended surgical repair. I was not ready for that yet.I Googled natural healing of meniscus tear and MendMeShop opened up and I read about the Inferno Knee Wrap to increase blood flow to the knees and also the Ultrsound to help heal the meniscus tear. I called the number on the web page and spoke to 2 very informative people. I was assured if I was not satisfied with the products I was ordering, I could return them for a full refund. I also read several testimonials and felt it was worth the investment. If the next few weeks go as well as the past 3 weeks, I should be down to 1 treatment per day and not have the stiff knees I have had after sitting or standing for an extended period of time. Thank you MendMeShop. I give the Inferno Knee Wrap and the Ultrasound 5 stars!!!!

Sharon, Seattle

With the many portable ultrasound machines now circulating through internet stores, I was very impressive with the high quality of this portable ultrasound machine. It provides pain relieving ultrasound therapy with an informative manual and all natural ultrasound gel. The MendMeShop ultrasound unit effectively treats muscle, tissue, tendon and bone pain. I think this device can improve the quality of life for many suffering from chronic and acute injuries. Instead of paying to use an ultrasound machine at the chiropractor or physical therapist, now you can get the same benefits DAILY in the comfort of your own home. I highly recommend MendMeShop's products for all your therapeutic ultrasound needs!

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Joint pain is a common symptom with many possible causes.

A joint is the place where two bones meet in the body. For example, the knee joint is the place where the thigh bone and shin bone meet. Most people have will have one or more sore joints at some point in their lives. Joints of the arms and legs are the most common reported painful joints.

When a person reports joint pain, the healthcare professional will collect information from the individual about the pain. These are some questions that may be asked:

What is the location of the pain?
How long has the pain been there?
Is more than one joint causing pain?
Does the pain come and go or is it constant?
Is the pain made worse or better with activity?
Is the joint hot, red, or swollen?
Is there a family history of joint problems?
Does the pain limit motion in the affected joint?
Are there any other symptoms?
What medications or drugs have you been being taken?
Are there other medical conditions present?

Additional questions may also be asked, depending on the history and physical findings.

There are many possible causes of joint pain. The causes can be divided into categories:

Basic Wear-and-Tear such as from overuse, injury, or osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, or joint inflammation.
Conditions Affecting Metabolism conditions such as gout and pseudogout can cause materials to be deposited into the joints causing pain and inflammation.
Infections joint infections sometimes called septic arthritis. Infections usually spread to the joint from other areas of the body. Gonorrhea and syphilis, two sexually transmitted infections, can cause joint pain. Lyme disease, an infection that results from a tick bite, and other infections can also cause arthritis.
Autoimmune Disorders these disorders cause a person's body to produces antibodies against its own tissue and include rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.
Reactive Arthritis joint pain and inflammation caused by infections in other areas of the body. This type of joint pain can result from infectious diarrhea or from chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection.
Bone Diseases inflammation or fractures of the bone around joints caused by disease, bone tumors or cancer near joints can be a cause of painful joints.
Medications as with all drugs side effects are a possible issue, some medications such as penicillin have known side effects of soar achy stiff joints.
Common Sickness the common cold or flu is often a cause of sore aching joints.
Other Causes many other issues can cause painful joints, in some cases no cause can be found at all

How is joint pain diagnosed?

In some cases, the cause of joint pain is obvious from medical history and a physical exam. In other cases, more tests may be needed, blood tests are often used to help diagnose infections, autoimmune disorders, and metabolism problems. Joint X-rays of the affected area may also be helpful. A joint aspiration can detect abnormal cells or deposits in the joints. A needle is inserted through the skin and into the affected joint. A sample of joint fluid is then removed with the needle. The fluid can be sent to the lab for further examination and testing. This procedure can be used to help diagnose septic arthritis, gout, pseudogout, and other conditions.

What are the long-term effects of joint pain?

If joint pain is severe, it can limit the person's ability to perform basic activities. When the cause is injury or overuse, the joint pain may go away with proper treatment and have no long-term effects.

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Joint & Arthritis Facts:

You have over 230 moveable and semi-moveable joints in your body.

Joints are the place where two bones meet. All of your bones, except for one (the hyoid bone in your neck), form a joint with another bone. Joints hold your bones together and allow your rigid skeleton to move.

More than 40 million Americans are affected by some form of arthritis

The word arthritis literally means joint inflammation, but it’s used to refer to a group of more than 100 rheumatic diseases that can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID) & pain killers can cause many short term and long term serious side effects.

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, especially among older people. Sometimes it is called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis.

Rheumatoid arthritis, the second most common form of arthritis, affects other parts of the body besides the joints. It begins at a younger age than osteoarthritis, causes swelling and redness in joints, and may make people feel sick, tired, and sometimes feverish.

The long-term goal of pain management is to help patients cope with a chronic, often disabling disease. People with arthritis may be caught in a cycle of pain, depression, and stress.

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