Electronic Neuromuscular Stimulation, Vibrational, Anodyne, Massage and

What is Peripheral Neuropathy?
Don’t live with
hand or
foot pain!
The Neuropathy Association
defines Peripheral Neuropathy as:
“Caused by damage to your body’s peripheral nerves. This damage disrupts the
body’s ability to communicate with its muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. It is like
the body’s wiring system breaking down.
If ignored, neuropathy can lead to numbness, pain, weakness and incoordination.”
Electronic Neuromuscular Stimulation,
Vibrational, Anodyne, Massage and
Nutritional Therapies have been proven
useful for various neuropathies; including:
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Age Related Peripheral Neuropathy (ARPN)
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Autonomic Peripheral and Polyneuropathies

Axonal Neuropathy

Chemotherapy Induced Neuropathy

Chronic, Inflammatory Demyelinating
Polyneuropathy (CIDP or immune neuropathies)
In other words, the nerves have “gone
to sleep” because of HYPOXIA… (they have been
deprived of oxygen!)

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy and Nerve Pain

Idiopathic Neuropathy
What Causes The Deprivation Of Oxygen?

Peripheral Artery Disease

Alcoholism

Chemotherapy

Diabetes or changes in glucose and insulin

Drugs or Medications/Agent Orange exposure

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
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Idiopathic origins (Unknown)

Kidney failure or disorder

Nutritional deficiencies; including Vitamins B 1, B6, B12,
Vibrational and Sensorimotor Therapy:
Anodyne (MIRE), FIT & Other Treatments:
What is Whole Body or Localized Vibration? Appropriate
mechanical movement to increase circulation to the tissues. Our devices are powerful Vibrating Massagers suitable for mild to moderate diabetics. They provide massage for relaxation, and an enhanced sense of vitality and
well-being; as they help to release Nitric Oxide for
circulation. They can also produce the "automatic stretch
reflex" as well as rebuilding/increasing bone density up
10% to 30%. In the same sense, Sensorimotor Stimulation
with both “Stick and Brush” is especially useful when
those with Pacemakers or Defibrillators seek treatment;
bringing vasodilatation and stimulation to the short fiber
nerves without the use of electronic stimulation.
Both “Small and Large
Fiber” Neuropathy is a lot
more prevalent than previously thought due to
issues such as Diabetes,
Sjögrens Syndrome, Celiac Disease, Amyloidosis
or Hyperlipidaemia. Not everyone responds the same
to nerve stimulation due to their own specific type of
neuropathy! That is why we treat several different
ways. Anodyne Pulsed and Far Infrared Light are just
examples of the methods we use to treat Neuropathy!
As Well As:
 Carpal/Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
 Chronic, Intractable Pain/Arthritis
 Disuse Muscle Atrophy
 Lower Back Pain
 Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson’s
 Muscle Spasms and Cramping
and Vitamin E & D deficiencies
 Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
 Post Polio Syndrome

Porphyria (enzyme disorders)
 Post-op Pain & Rehabilitation

Repeated trauma
 Restless Leg Syndrome

Sciatic nerve entrapment (Piriformis entrapment)
 Sciatica and Piriformis Entrapment

Sepsis (severe systemic infection SIRS),

Surgical complications

Injury or inflammations in the lower back
Fatigue Syndrome

Thyroid disease
 Symptoms of Lyme's Disease

Toxins, Molds or Food Allergies
 Venous Stasis
Home tools: “The Stick”
and the Sensor-motor
Brush; two of our Myofascial Release therapies... and part of our
Sensorimotor Stimulation
therapy for multiple
conditions besides
Peripheral Neuropathy.
We also add specialized
exercises to all treatments
to be performed both in
the clients home and in
our therapy rooms.
Syndrome
 Stroke Rehabilitation
 Symptoms related to Chronic
In addition, we also sell
Whole Body Vibration
devices, Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation
devices, Nerve and Muscle rebuilders and can
special order many
braces, Far Wave Infrared heat lamps and other
devices.
About Our Therapist:
Having many certifications in various modalities of Massage (including Reflexology, Sports Injuries, Myofascial
Release, Reiki and even Canine Massage), James Skaug is
also a Certified Neuromuscular Stimulation Technician’
who has been a member of the Neuropathy Treatment
Centers of America, ReBuilder™ Physicians and NeuroCare Technicians.
Chico Holistic Healthcare was the very first Neuropathy
Treatment Center located west of the Rockies—and
James the states first Neuropathist.
In addition, when needed, we refer out to several different doctors, hypnotherapists, nutritionists and specialized
chiropractors to deal with physical issues which we cannot. When major health care is needed, we can refer to
agencies such as Feather River Hospital for low cost testing or the Shalom Free Clinic... whom specializes in no
cost health care and behavioral health.
Where Anodyne alone might not be completely successful, adding Far (FIR) Infrared Mineral Light may
greatly reduce symptoms. Nitric Oxide is released in
the blood which increases circulation to the tissues.
Another form of our Far Wave light, actually penetrates deeply into the tissues to heal on a cellular level.
This is especially important for the “Short Nerves”
which have become demyelinated; and when the Myelin
Sheathing becomes “ragged, frail or globular.”
In addition, it makes sense to treat the deprived tissues
and nerves with “micro-oxygen.” We often treat with
a 30% mixture to help the client relax during treatment
while adding additional oxygen to the tissues. Often, it
is accompanied with Aromatherapy. This is especially
useful when stimulating the venous pumps in the legs
to help “pump” the blood back up to the heart where
it can become “re-oxygenated” naturally.
Nutritional counseling and “custom” supplements are
often recommended as so many PN patients become
Vitamin B deficient. Through the guidance of doctors
such as Earl Mindell, R.Ph., PhD and registered dietitians, we can “custom design” supplements to aid in the
treatment of Peripheral Neuropathy, and other maladies. Our program can even warn which medications
“burn up” nutrients in ones system; and can recommend a replacement supplement for such items while
alerting of any possible negative drug interactions.
Various certified modalities of Massage, Sensorimotor
Stimulation, Myofascial Release and even Chiropractic
therapies round out treatment while aiding in comfort!
90% Of Our Clients Achieve
Peripheral Neuropathy Relief!
What do most neuropathy patients hear from their doctors
when it comes to neuropathic pain, burning, tingling, swelling, stiffness, cramping, skin dryness and numbness?
“Sorry, but there is very little we can do for your
symptoms... except give you addictive pain killers
or anti-convulsive/depression meds” and, “most
likely, you will continue to get worse!
The above statement is quite true for most doctors; but
along with what few medications there are to aid with pain
and/or numbness, there are still some alternatives… nerve
and muscle “rebuilding” through Nerve Stimulation or pain
and healing relief from deep penetrating, Anodyne/Infrared
Light, Nutritional, Micro-oxygen, Sensorimotor Stimulation,
Massage, Whole Body or Localized Vibrational Therapies,
even specialized Shoe Inserts, Socks and Braces to aid
circulation.
As Neuropathy is both an “Oxygen and Electrical” problem
with the nerves, our FDA Approved and doctor recommended devices can help to “rebuild” the damaged or
demyelinated nerves and pathways; and thus reduce pain;
often with a noticeable difference after just the first treatment. After the third treatment, one should be able to feel
a difference, so it is easy to see if the treatments are working for you. We also treat with Massage, Pressure/Trigger
therapy, Acupressure, Acu-Koryo Hand therapies, Electronic
Acupuncture, Micro-oxygen and Aromatherapy, Nutritional
therapy and White & Blue Light therapy for the depression
which often accompanies pain and neuropathy symptoms.
In addition, we will provide “Tracking Sheets” for
you to “chart your own progress;” as we don’t
want anyone paying for a treatment which does
not work for them! If treatment doesn’t work after three to five sessions, we will unfortunately
have to encourage you to discontinue your therapy. But, as previously stated, we have found that
only 10% of our clients don’t improve with therapy; and generally, that is because of advanced
age, disease, medication/statin drugs or self medication/alcohol issues.
Anodyne (MIRE) and FIR Therapy are
Just Two of the Many Ways We Treat !
Two proven and very effective way that we treat is
through the use of Monochromatic Anodyne Light
(MIRE) therapy and FIR Light. Anodyne is an Infrared
Therapy Device that is applied in direct skin contact to
any area of the body. Nearly 6,000 Anodyne Care
Providers nationwide provide Anodyne Therapy as
part of their care plan for conditions that would benefit from increasing circulation and reducing pain.
Anodyne/FIR Infrared Therapy is cleared by FDA for
temporarily increasing circulation and reducing pain,
stiffness and muscle spasm associated with Peripheral
Neuropathy. In fact, any condition that would benefit
from these indications may benefit from the effects of
this infrared therapy device. Exceptional clinical outcomes have even been documented in 13 published
peer reviewed studies involving nearly 5000 patients.
How Do Our Electronic Devices Work?
We do not simply use a TENS or EMS device to massage the muscles — although, we do offer both TENS
and EMS therapies. Our FDA approved devices were
designed specifically for stopping the pain and numbness symptoms of neuropathy and other pain issues.
TENS is designed to simply block nerve paths so that
nerve impulses cannot get to the brain; while EMS, is
designed to strengthen muscles. Our device does not
block nerve paths! On the contrary, it opens nerve
paths; and overlays an EMS signal with its own proprietary healing signals, so that the leg muscles are
strengthened to provide better blood circulation and
oxygen to support these newly awakened nerves.
Because neuropathy results
Wet Neuromuscular
from a lack of oxygen to the
Therapy with Far
Wave Modalities
And Specializing in Both
Toronto Clinical Scoring and
Berg Balance Testing!
7.83—44 Hz.
Anodyne therapy, alone, generally consists of sessions
lasting 45 minutes or more each. Often, it is coupled
with other therapies; such as Nerve Stimulation or
Micro-Oxygen Therapy — and, appears to work best
after Sensorimotor Stimulation or Myofascial Release
Massage. The light penetrates ones tissue; increasing
circulation up to 400%. It is this increase in circulation
that results in relief of pain and rapid wound healing.
This is due to the release of Nitric Oxide from your
own red blood cells. This powerful molecule plays a
critical role in the health of your arteries. Anodyne
increases Nitric Oxide production - resulting in pain
relief and improved circulation.
Like most of our therapies, Light Therapy is totally
non-invasive, safe, painless and FDA approved.
FDA Approved, Electronic Neuromuscular
Stimulation, Massage, Anodyne, Pulsed
Light (MIRE), Far Wave Infrared, Micro Oxygen and Aromatherapy and
Doctor/Nutritionist Supervised
Nutritional Therapies for Shoulder, Arm
and Leg Pain, Knee Pain, Neuropathy,
Polyneuropathies, Incontinence and
Geriatric Foot Pain Relief !
nerves, causing a “shrinking” of the nerves, one needs
to “wake them up” just like you had to “wake up your
leg” when it went to sleep if you sat on it wrong or
too long when you were young. To do that, we used
special equipment to measure exactly what a normal,
healthy nerve signal looked like, then precisely duplicated that signal. Because the shrinking nerves make
the synaptic junctions between each nerve cell spacing
wider, we needed to send a larger than normal signal...
so we amplified it by a factor of ten or more! Then,
we deliver this amplified, healing signal to each foot so
the signal travels up the leg to the nerve roots of the
spine and then down the opposite leg to the foot 7.83
times per second. This “re-educates” the nerve paths,
and “reawakens” the nerve cells themselves; increasing
circulation and giving additional blood supply/oxygen
to support the nerve cells while overlaid signals cause
the calf muscles to contract and relax and the nerves
begin to remyelinate. In addition, this helps build muscle while relieving sciatic pain, lower back pain,
arthritic knee pain or symptoms of “Bakers” Knee.
Neuropathy pain, in-coordination,
numbness, tingling, burning and swelling
(edema), Scoliosis and even Urge
Incontinence and IBS can be reduced or
eliminated, through our specialized,
FDA approved, non-invasive, therapies,
exercises and muscle
“Toning/Rebuilding.”
Often, even Torticollis, advanced Diabetic
Ulcers and even Stress can be
improved or eliminated!
Chico Holistic Healthcare
572 Rio Lindo Ave. Suite 101
Chico, CA 95926
530-893-1930
[email protected]
For More Information, Please Visit:
http://ChicoHolisticHealth.com