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Thera-BandŽ Academy Supported Research Policy
The Thera-BandŽ Academy supports research projects around the world. Please review our product-supported research policies and procedures closely before submitting an application.
All product-supported research must investigate outcomes directly related to Thera-BandŽ or BIOFREEZEŽ products. Special preference will be given to studies that investigate the research initiatives set by the Thera-BandŽ Research Advisory Committee:
- Cost effectiveness of exercise programs
- Factors for compliance and adherence in home exericse programs
- Reduction in disability among older adults with exercise
- Mechanisms of pain relief with topical analgesics
- Validation of orthopedic rehabilitation protocols to yield best practicies
1. Prospective researchers must submit the following:
- A completed on-line research application form (Only electronic submissions will be accepted)
- Copy of IRB (Ethics Board) approval or pending approval (email to Dr. Phil Page , Director of Clinical Education & Research, or fax to 330.633.9359)
2. All supported research MUST have evidence of approval (ie letter from IRB, etc) by an institutional review board (IRB).
3. The proposal will be reviewed by Hygenic Corporation and it's representatives. A response will be returned to the investigators within 2 weeks with suggestions and questions.
4. By submitting a proposal, investigators give permission to The Hygenic Corporation to use project information on the Academy website and in other materials.
5. Once the study has begun, the researcher is requested to maintain contact with Hygenic on a semi-annual basis. Regular updates will be requested via email or website submission.
6. In return for support, The Hygenic Corporation requests that the investigators submit their findings via email to Hygenic at the end of the study in abstract form, as well as a reprint of all articles and presentations generated by the supported research (including appropriate citations).
7. Investigators should disclose the donation of free products from The Hygenic Corporation
8. Investigators are encouraged to specify the use of the particular Thera-BandŽ product by brand name within the methods of the study. The proper use of the trademark is Thera-BandŽ product*, ie., Thera-BandŽ Elastic Bands; do not use Thera-BandŽ as a noun, such as "Therabands".
*Products include Thera-BandŽ Resistive Bands, BIOFREEZEŽ Topical Analgeic, ProssageŽ Heat, Thera-BandŽ Tubing, Thera-BandŽ Exercise Balls, Thera-BandŽ Hand Exercisers, Thera-BandŽ Progressive Hand Trainer, Thera-BandŽ FlexBar, Thera-BandŽ Stability Trainer, ParabathTM, AquafinsTM, and other aquatic therapy products.
All questions regarding research projects should be directed to Phil Page PT, Manager of Clinical Education and Research.
Links for Researchers:
On-Line Research Application Form
Additional Information for Researchers
Thera-BandŽ Supported Projects
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