Introduction

"Photomedicine is the future of pain relief and is a

key part of the Physical Therapist’s toolkit. THOR is
keen to extend the availability of quality equipment
to the frontline of sport and other musculoskeletal
pain relief where we know that cost and quality are
both equally important.

Richard McKeen, Managing Director ThorHOR

works closely with the leading academics in this
field; our customers include many UK and US
Hospitals, the US military and several Olympic
teams, which has leprescription protocols for pain
relief for the Physical Therapist.

What is Photomedicine?

Photomedicine is the "application of red and near infrared radiation over

compromised areas such injuries, arthritic joints and lower back and neck pain to
stimulate healing and relive pain" without sensation or side effects. THOR has
developed its protocol, training and medical equipment over 15 years gained with
use in 77 countries.

We work closely with the leading academics in this field; our customers
include many UK and US Hospitals, the US military and several Olympic
teams, which has led to the completion of the prescription protocols for
pain relief for the Physical Therapist.

Important Facts
 Over 1 million employees in Great Britain suffered
from some form of musculoskeletal disorder in
2004/05 An estimated11.6 million working days
were lost through musculoskeletal disorders

452,000 people suffered from a disorder affecting

their back

375,000 from a disorder affecting their upper limbs or neck

185,000 from a disorder affecting their lower limbs.

Why PhysioTHOR?

Better efficacy, faster treatment, happier patients and a successful Physical

Therapist: THOR is unique in having developed medical devices for Musculoskeletal
therapy that are globally renowned for quality,
breadth of capability and efficacy. In the past, the
THOR product range has been reassuringly
expensive and as such outside the reach of many
dedicated physical therapists. In recognition of the
need for the Physical Therapist to continue to
deliver excellent treatment in a evolving
competitive environment, THOR have developed a
package directly suited to your needs. The same
high quality and performance at a price to enable
you to own one.

Upgrade Continuity: THOR have enabled you to

upgrade to protocol based pain treatments
developed by THOR with leading academics and
employing 15 years of experience in the supply of
equipment for the management of pain and physical regeneration.

Dependability: The quality of THOR products is the highest in the sector. In

recognition of these high standards, THOR provides it customers with a 5 year
manufacturers warranty Durability: THOR probes and drive units are made in cast
metal; cables are steel braided with steel cable restraints and heavy duty
connectors.

Performance: THOR lasers perform to specification throughout every treatment

session and keep on doing so for years.
 Pain Studies
CLINICAL TRIAL: Excellent Neck Pain
Study in Top Journal
THE EFFECT OF 300MW, 830NM LASER
ON CHRONIC NECK PAIN: A
DOUBLE-BLIND, RANDOMIZED,
PLACEBO-CONTROLLED STUDY

Chow RT et al Pain. 2006 Jun 23

Dr Roberta Chow a GP from Australia conducted a randomized, placebo
controlled study on chronic neck pain with laser therapy. 90 patients with
chronic neck pain for at least 3 months up to 15 years (mean 11 years) were
given 14 treatments with laser over 7 weeks. At 3 months from baseline 84%
of patients in the active group achieved a positive response vs only 40% in
the placebo group.

The paper has been accepted for publication in the journal "Pain". The
abstract is available online now at the following website:
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

IMPROVEMENT OF PAIN AND DISABILITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH

DEGENERATIVE OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE

(Jean Stelian et al - pub. J Am Geratric Soc. 1992; 40: 23-26)

Partially double blinded, fully randomized trial. Pain reduction in the treated
group was more than 50% in all scoring methods. There was no significant
pain improvement in the placebo group. This study also observed significant
functional improvement in the treated group but not in the Placebo Group.

RETROSPECTIVE STUDY OF ADJUNCTIVE DIODE LASER THERAPY

FOR PAIN ATTENTUATION IN 662 PATIENTS

(Shigeyuki Nakaji et al – pub. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery vol. 23 num.

1, 2005)
Subjects were 1087 patients treated between April 1992 to august 1995. The
efficacy rating immediately after treatment was 46.8% in men and 47% in
women, rising to 73.3% in men and 76.8% in women at time of survey (1996).
Conclusion: Infrared Diode Low Level Laser Therapy (Photomedicine) is
considered safe, effective and side effect free making an ideal adjunctive
therapeutic modality for intractable chronic pain.
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THOR DD2 for the USA

The DD2 is a compact portable unit that can

produce a lot of power. Mounted in a satchel
for over-the-shoulder use, the control panel is
easily accessible while in the bag, or on the
desktop. This unit is very popular amongst
professional sports teams and “on-the-go“
physical therapists. Mains or battery
operated, it comes complete with internal
rechargeable batteries, powerful enough to
run a single probe for up to 15 hours, or our
69 diode cluster probe for 1.5 hours. The DD2
is also a future-proof unit, fully
interchangeable, upgradeable and compatible
with our entire range of probes.

THOR DDv for the UK

The THOR DDv is a compact, economical

unit specially built portability. A powerful unit
mounted in a satchel for over-the-shoulder
carrying, its controls are placed so it can be
operated from their satchel. Mains or battery
operated, it comes complete with internal
rechargeable battery, 3 preset times and 20hz
or continuous beam option. The DDv is fully
interchangeable, upgradeable and compatible
with our entire range of probes.

19 Diode Cluster Probe

Designed to treat skin muscle, tendons and

ligaments
 200mW 810nm Single Laser Probe

For pain relief and deep musculoskeletal

disorders

Safety Spectacles

2 x Safety Spectacles to block harmful IR and

VR rays

Standard Package Includes:

 1 Packet x 125 Probe Sanitising Wipes
 THOR Training
 Laser Therapy Reference Book

Upgrade Opportunities:
 THOR LX2 Control Unit
 69 Diode LED cluster Probe

 810nm 1000mW 5 diode laser probe