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	<title>Medical Supplies &#124; Home Medical Equipment &#124; Discount Medical Supply Store &#187; Orthopedics/Orthotics</title>
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		<title>Want Healthy, Happy, Beautiful Feet all Year Long?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Valerie Paxton</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Ankle/Foot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Foot Care]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Shoes]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stuffing your feet back into their closed-toe shoes for the winter doesn&#8217;t mean you should forget about them until sandal weather next spring.  Keep your feet looking beautiful and healthy all winter long with a little TLC and a few key products.
From what I&#8217;ve seen, just about everyone could pay a little more attention to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stuffing your feet back into their closed-toe shoes for the winter doesn&#8217;t mean you should forget about them until sandal weather next spring.  Keep your feet looking beautiful and healthy all winter long with a little TLC and a few key products.</p>
<p>From what I&#8217;ve seen, just about everyone could pay a little more attention to the &#8216;ol foot, if you know what I mean.  Here&#8217;s how . . .</p>
<p><strong>Foot Product Recommendations:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=pedicure"><img class="alignnone" title="Massaging Foot Jet Spa" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/D0/DB/Massaging-Foot-Jet-Spa-539181-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Pedicure Products</a>.  Save time and money by doing your own pedicures!  Well groomed feet are healthy feet.  Gentlemen, call it what you want, but you must develop a foot maintenance routine or you&#8217;re going to end up with a mess of a foot.  Use our <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/step-n-smooth-shower-foot-file-p539200.html">Step-N-Smooth Shower Mat Foot File</a> if nothing else.  For a fantastic home spa pedicure, along with your massaging foot soaker I recommend a <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/gift-ideas-c573/paraffin-heat-system-p557799.html">Paraffin Heat System </a> for pure bliss.  And don&#8217;t forget the <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/otc-medications-c6752/epsom-salt-16-oz-p560142.html">Epsom Salts</a>,  <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/dual-action-foot-file-p539198.html">Dual Action Foot File</a>, <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/daily-living-aids-c519/salon-style-pedicure-care-heel-buffer-p557622.html">Salon-Style Heel Buffer</a>, and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/deep-healing-foot-cream-4oz-p539242.html">Deep Healing Foot Cream</a>.</p>
<p>Want to brush up on your pedicure skills?  Read <em>Marie Claire&#8217;s</em> <a href="http://www.marieclaire.com/hair-beauty/trends/articles/perfect-pedicure-1">The Perfect Pedicure</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/foot-care-c6505.html?sortOrder=4"><img class="alignnone" title="Felt Corn Protectors" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/A5/C7/Felt-Corn-Protectors-539223-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Foot Care Products</a>.  Anyone with hammertoes, corns, calluses, fungus or bunions will tell you&#8230; take care of your feet!   If you already have a painful foot condition, we have products to protect, comfort and perhaps even cure it. </p>
<p>For those with Diabetes, see our <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=diabetic+foot+care">Diabetic Foot Care Products</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/women-s-tori-p500424.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Womens Tori Sandal" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/7F/A4/Womens-Tori-500424-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/shoes-c575.html?sortOrder=4">Shoes</a>.  Stop squishing your  feet into shoes that hurt.  We have a full line of great looking sandals, dress shoes, athletic shoes/trainers, work boots, oxfords, clogs, casual shoes, diabetic shoes, socks and therapeutic shoes designed to address and correct a variety of foot issues.  And the sizes!  You won&#8217;t believe the feet we can fit!</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/orthosole-customizable-insoles-max-cushion-women-s-p559511.html"><img class="alignnone" title="OrthoSole Customizable Insoles - Max Cushion Womens" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/5B/8B/OrthoSole-Customizable-Insoles---Max-Cushion-Women%27s-559511-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/shoes-c575/insoles-c4165.html?sortOrder=4">Insoles &amp; Heel Cups</a> &#8211; For maximum foot comfort consider adding an insole  or heel cup inside your shoe.  They make them for everything from athletic footwear to high heels.  Improve your balance, circulation, body alignment and weight distribution PLUS reduce body aches &amp; pains &#8211; just by putting something in your shoe.  Who knew?</p>
<p>See?  No excuse for gnarly, sore feet.  </p>
<p>Here&#8217;s wishing you beautiful tootsies all your life.   Thanks for your orders.  Tell your friends!</p>
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		<title>Great Deals on Allegro&#8217;s BEST Mobility Products</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:40:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Valerie Paxton</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Ankle/Foot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canes]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Crutches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Walkers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Need a little help getting around?  For many, cooler weather means Autumn outings, family travel and events galore.  Allegro has a hundreds of products to shore up your mobility stability, allowing you to increase your independence and get you on the move!
If you have a friend or loved one with decreased mobility, let them know about these products and share [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Need a little help getting around?  For many, cooler weather means Autumn outings, family travel and events galore.  Allegro has a hundreds of products to shore up your mobility stability, allowing you to increase your independence and get you on the move!</p>
<p>If you have a friend or loved one with decreased mobility, let them know about these products and share our fabulous discounts &amp; promotions. </p>
<p><strong>Preparing for house guests?</strong>  It&#8217;s nice to have a walker, cane, rollator or transport wheelchair on hand if you have elderly visitors, especially over the holidays.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Allegro&#8217;s BEST </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Cane, Crutch, Walker, Rollator, Transport Wheelchairs, Scooter &amp; Knee Walker</strong></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/canes-c6632/offset-cane-with-strap-and-invacare-grip-p557391.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Offset Cane with Strap and Invacare Grip" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/42/6A/Offset-Cane-with-Strap-and-Invacare-Grip-557391-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Offset Cane with Strap</a> &#8211; If you&#8217;re 4&#8242;4&#8243; to 6&#8242;4&#8243; and under 250 lbs, this is your cane.  Great grip and stability.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/travel-aids-c6857/quick-change-crutch-p547551.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Quick-Change Crutch" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/83/9D/Quick-Change-Crutch-547551-Change-Crutch-547551-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Quick Change Crutches</a> &#8211; Trade in your heavy old wooden crutches and get moving with a pair of these lightweight aluminum beauties.  Quick, push button height adjustment.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/crutches-c5009/lightweight-forearm-crutches-p192092.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Lightweight Forearm Crutches" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/8D/AD/Lightweight-Forearm-Crutches-192092-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/crutches-c5009/lightweight-forearm-crutches-p192092.html">Lightweight Forearm Crutches </a>- One-piece molded cuff and hand grip for maximum safety &amp; comfort.  Cool colors.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/dual-blue-release-adult-walker-p500788.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Dual-Release Adult Walker, 2 Button" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/54/9C/Dual-Release-Adult-Walker,-2-Button-500788-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/dual-blue-release-adult-walker-p500788.html">Dual Release Adult Walker</a> - Quiet operation, wide, deep frame.  Lightweight aluminum.  Large number of height adjustments.  Terrific value.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/aluminum-rollator-with-6-wheels-red-p554761.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Rollator - Aluminum Rollator with 6 Wheels" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/A8/ED/Rollator-Aluminum-Rollator-with-6-Wheels-554761-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/aluminum-rollator-with-6-wheels-red-p554761.html">Aluminum Rollator with 6&#8243; Wheels</a>- Ideal for indoor or outdoor use, this rolling walker is a terrific mobility aid for people with limited hand function.  A special lock protects fingers from &#8220;snapback&#8221; injuries when the brake is released.  Comes with a basket that can be mounted underneath or in front.  Large 12&#8243; x 12&#8243; padded seat. Removable backrest.  One handed folding.  Wt. Capacity 300 lbs.  Lifetime warranty.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchairs-c540/strolleasy-lightweight-portable-transport-wheelchair-p559398.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Strolleasy Lightweight Portable Transport Wheelchair" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/58/1F/Strolleasy-Lightweight-Portable-Transport-Wheelchair-559398-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Strolleasy Lightweight Portable Transport Wheelchair</a> - Perfect for all activities, especially travel.  Ultralight, this travel wheelchair weighs under 15 lbs. Folds up in 3 easy steps (no tools) and stores in its own carry bag with shoulder strap.  Fits into most airplane overhead containers and easily into car trunks.  Yeah!  Brakes are foot operated by the caregiver.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchairs-c540/expedition-12-rear-wheel-transport-chair-p554766.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Expedition 12 Rear Wheel Transport Chair" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/30/D1/Expedition-12-Rear-Wheel-Transport-Chair-554766-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchairs-c540/expedition-12-rear-wheel-transport-chair-p554766.html">Expedition 12&#8243; Rear Wheel Transport Chair </a>- Safe and comfy transport, this folding transport chair comes standard with fixed fully-padded arms, a fold-down back and swingaway footrests.  Attendant-operated wheel locks.  For users up to 250 lbs.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchair-accessories-c545/ableware-wheelchair-cup-holder-single-p192661.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Ableware Wheelchair Cup Holder" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/FA/7B/Ableware-Wheelchair-Cup-Holder-192661-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a> <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchair-accessories-c545/ableware-wheelchair-cup-holder-single-p192661.html">Ableware Wheelchair Cup Holder</a> - Hands-free drink holder.  What&#8217;s not to love?  Holds a cup, glass, can or bottle.  Also works on bed rails and other tubular frames.  Easy to position.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/power-scooters-c533/drive-phantom-3-wheel-scooter-p210996.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Drive Phantom 3-Wheel Scooter" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/A4/77/8ab281020bb66dff010bb695ef7c193d-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/power-scooters-c533/drive-phantom-3-wheel-scooter-p210996.html">Phantom 3-Wheel Scooter</a> - Previously known as the Stringray, this super affordable scooter is LOADED.  On board battery charger, flip back adjustable width arms, sleek stylish design.  Super reliable and easy to use in the house or outside.   Disassembles in 5 lightweight pieces.  Fits in most car trunks so you can take it anywhere. Max speed 4 mph &#8211; up to 15 miles per charge.  Order today for delivery at your home!</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/knee-walker-from-drive-medical-p217108.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Knee Walker from Drive Medical with Fixed Wheels" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/54/75/Knee-Walker-from-Drive-Medical-217108-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516/knee-walker-from-drive-medical-p217108.html">Knee Walker with Fixed Wheels </a>- A great new alternative to standard crutches.  Especially designed for those with a below-knee injury.  Great for foot surgery recovery.  Just put your knee of the injured leg on the knee pad and propel the knee walker around with your good leg.  To steer, take a step with the good leg while gently lifting the handle and turning in the direction you want to go.  Comes with brakes which can be adjusted for right or left handed use.</p>
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<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/canes-c6632.html">Canes</a></p>
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<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/walkers-c516.html">Walkers &amp; Rollators</a></p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchairs-c540.html">Wheelchairs</a></p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wheelchair-accessories-c545.html">Wheelchair Accessories</a></p>
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		<title>Best Products to STOP Foot Pain</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:12:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Valerie Paxton</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Ankle/Foot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Diabetic Supplies]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Foot Care]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Foot Pain]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Medical Supplies Buyers Guides]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Plantar Fasciitis]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[With 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 ligaments in each of your feet it&#8217;s no wonder that foot pain and injury is so common.  If your feet hurt, there&#8217;s probably something wrong.   Best not ignore it.
So pick up your fallen arches, trade in your heel spurs for real spurs and let&#8217;s take a look [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 ligaments in each of your feet it&#8217;s no wonder that foot pain and injury is so common.  If your feet hurt, there&#8217;s probably something wrong.   Best not ignore it.</p>
<p>So pick up your fallen arches, trade in your heel spurs for real spurs and let&#8217;s take a look at what might fix you up.  </p>
<p><strong>Most Popular Foot Pain Products</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/double-ribbed-classic-heel-cups-p554946.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Tuli Classic Heel Cups" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/64/A3/Tuli-Classic-Heel-Cups-554946-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Tuli Classic Heel Cups</a>- put these in your shoes to absorb shock and return impact energy just like the system found naturally in your feet.  For heel spurs, Plantar Fasciitis, severs, Achilles TMy thoughtendinitis, shin splints, knee pain and back pain.  We have lots and lots of heel cups to choose from.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/tuli-bff8080811323d64901132c386b3c1141.html">Tuli Brand Foot Products</a></p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=heel+cups">Heel Cups</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/superfeet-active-blue-insoles-p190699.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Superfeet Active Blue Insoles" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/C4/EF/Superfeet-Active-Blue-Insoles-190699-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a> <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/superfeet-active-blue-insoles-p190699.html">Superfeet Active Blue Insoles</a>- These are our most popular insoles, probably because they are the most versatile Trim-to-Fit insole in the Superfeet line.  Works in any kind of footwear, these insoles absorb shock, improve comfort and help prevent blisters and hot spots .  The blue ones are designed for cleated athletic footwear (great for soccer) as well as casual and dress shoes.  Also ideal for running, mountain biking or tennis shoes and for flatter feet that may not tolerate the more supportive <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/gift-ideas-c573/superfeet-performance-green-insoles-p190698.html">Performance Green Insoles</a>.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/superfeet-b15726.html">Superfeet Insoles</a>for women, men, athletic shoes, workboots, cowboy boots, winter shoes, ski boots, high heels &#8230; everything!</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=insoles">Insoles</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/night-splint-p214779.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Night Splint" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/D4/50/Night-Splint-214779-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Night Splint</a> - For relief of symptoms of plantar fasciitis and heel spurs, and perhaps even peroneal and tibial nerve entrapment.  Alleviates pain in the arch and heel area by gently stretching the plantar fascia ligament.  By increasing this flexibility, you reduce the likelihood of further strain or tearing, and enhance the healing process.  Wear it while you sleep!</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/pro-tec-athletics-b16022.html">Pro-Tec Athletics</a></p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=night+splint">Night Splints</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/diabetes-supplies-c520/b2000-men-s-ambulator-biomechanical-shoe-lace-oxford-black-p217134.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Apex B2000 Mens Ambulator Biomechanical Shoe - Lace Oxford - Black" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/67/E0/Apex-B2000-Men%27s-Ambulator-Biomechanical-Shoe---Lace-Oxford---Black-217134-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Biomechanical Shoes </a>- designed specifically to address the biomechanics of human walking, by limiting the stress at the areas of the foot most susceptible to pain.  Recognized as the <strong>#1 footware line</strong>for people suffering from diabetes, arthritis, metatarrsalgia, Morton&#8217;s Neuroma, hammertoes, bunions and other foot pain problems.  See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/shoes-c575/aetrex-worldwide-b16161.html?sortOrder=4">Aetrex Worldwide Shoes</a>.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/shoes-c575/athletic-shoes-c4160.html?sortOrder=4">Athletic Shoes</a></p>
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		<title>Do you exercise? Read this!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 19:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Valerie Paxton</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Balance - Core Products]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Balance / Core Stability]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[So, there are those of us who get our summer exercise by dusting off the shuttlecock for an occasional game of badminton, and then there are those other freaks (oops), er, folks whose idea of exercise is training for a triathlon or marathon.  Either way, sports injuries are common among fair weather exercisers and elite athlete alike.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So, there are those of us who get our summer exercise by dusting off the shuttlecock for an occasional game of badminton, and then there are those other freaks (oops), er, folks whose idea of exercise is training for a triathlon or marathon.  Either way, sports injuries are common among fair weather exercisers and elite athlete alike.</p>
<p>Whatever gets you moving . . . congratulations!  Seriously.   Any exercise is beneficial as long as you are working to your fitness level and doing it &#8217;right&#8217;. </p>
<p>Alas, nobody&#8217;s perfect and we sometimes hurt ourselves.  Here are some products designed specifically for the prevention and treatment of sports injuries. </p>
<p><strong>Injury Prevention Products</strong></p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="ProStretch - Unilateral" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/DB/59/ProStretch---Unilateral-191740-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /><strong>Stretching.</strong>  The most common sports injuries are caused by not stretching  your muscles before exercise.  The <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/prostretch-unilateral-p191740.html">ProStretch</a> and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/prostretch-double-bilateral-stretching-system-p191739.html">ProStretch Double</a>are among our most popular products, and for good reason.  They reduce your risk of injury, improve lower extremity strength, balance, proprioception and flexibility.  Plus they make your legs look and feel fantastic.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/prostretch-b15744.html">ProStretch</a> and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/stretchrite-p193169.html">Stretch-Rite</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/101-agility-drills-book-p211389.html"><img class="alignnone" title="101 Agility Drills - Book" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/63/B0/101-Agility-Drills-Book-211389-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a> <strong>Agility</strong>.  This <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/101-agility-drills-book-p211389.html">101 Agility Drills book</a> will guide you through the routines to help you stop, start and change direction of the body rapidly and in a controlled manner.  Coaches and athletes, listen up.  It&#8217;s not too early to prepare for fall sports.  Agility training will prevent injuries and give you a leg up on the competition.  Some agility products include the <a href="http://http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/dot-drill-mat-p190100.html">Dot Drill Mat</a>, <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/agility-dots-p217065.html">Agility Dots</a>, <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/agility-rings-p217074.html">Agility Rings</a>, <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/agility-ladder-p190303.html">Agility Ladder</a>, <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/running-parachute-p192096.html">Running Parachute</a> and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/stackable-steps-p216870.html">Stackable Steps</a>.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/gift-ideas-c573/fitball-exercise-balls-p210951.html"><img class="alignnone" title="FitBALL Exercise Balls" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/16/71/FitBALL-Exercise-Balls-210951-Exercise-Balls-210951-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a>Flexibility</strong>.  Get on the Ball!  I promise that flexibility will be yours if you consistently work out on the ball.  <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/exercise-balls-rolls-c4004.html?sortOrder=4">We have many brands and sizes </a>to fit every budget and every exercise goal.   Get a <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/fitball-gymnic-exercise-videos-dvd-p210938.html">FitBall Exercise DVD </a>for overall fitness, the  <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/strength-training-on-the-ball-p215309.html">Strength Training on the Ball Book</a> to get even stronger, or how about a <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/gift-ideas-c573/pilates-on-the-ball-p190314.html">Pilates on the Ball DVD</a> for a great workout and (for me) a lot of laughs.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/bongo-board-balance-board-p210979.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Bongo Board Balance Board" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/4C/F4/Bongo-Board-Balance-Board-210979-Board-Balance-Board-210979-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><strong>Balance.</strong>  Shop our <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523/balance-core-products-c3972.html?sortOrder=4">huge selection of balance products</a>.  I can&#8217;t stress enough how good balance will change your life.  No matter how old you are, you can improve your balance.  Read <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/blog/21-reasons-to-improve-your-balance-44.html">21 Reasons to Improve your Balance</a>.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/exercise-fitness-c523.html">Exercise/Fitness Products</a></p>
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<p><strong>Injury Treatment Products</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/colpac-b15689.html"><img class="alignnone" title="ColPaC Cold Packs" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/B2/9F/ColPaC-Cold-Packs-190492-Cold-Packs-190492-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" />Cold Packs</a>. Keep one in your freezer at all times for aches, pains, sports injuries and muscle pulls (or to wrap around something in the cooler on the way to the picnic).  Always put a layer of dry terry towels between you and the ColPac! </p>
<p>Not sure when to use heat or ice?  Read <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/blog/arthritis-pain-which-is-best-heat-or-ice-63.html">Arthritis Pain &#8211; Which is Best, Heat or Ice?</a></p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/hot-cold-therapy-c3711.html">Hot/Cold Therapy</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/spa-n-a-box-p556211.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Spa-N-A-Box Portable Spa" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/78/7B/Spa-N-A-Box-Portable-Spa-556211-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><strong>Spa Therapy</strong>.  Bubble your troubles away.  Yes, it&#8217;s true.  You can have a <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=portable+whirlpool+spa">portable whirlpool spa</a> right in your house, or on your patio, or in your backyard &#8211; at a fraction of the cost of a traditional hot tub.</p>
<p>Treat all your sore muscle aches &amp; pains with products from Allegro&#8217;s <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/attr-condition-Muscle%2BPain.html">Muscle Pain Category</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/wound-care-c541/invacare-flexible-fabric-adhesive-bandages-p549739.html"><strong><img class="alignnone" title="Coverlet Adhesive Dressing - 2 x 3" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/4B/27/Coverlet-Adhesive-Dressing-2-x-3-549739-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></strong></a><strong>Wound Care</strong>.  Hey booboos happen, even to adults.   Be prepared for cuts and scrapes with first aid kits, bandages, dressings, gauze &amp; prep pads.  We have it all in our <a href="http://http://www.allegromedical.com/wound-care-c541.html">Wound Care Category</a>. </p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/kneed-it-therapeutic-knee-guard-p191734.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Kneed-It - Therapeutic Knee Guard" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/7D/36/Kneed-It-Therapeutic-Knee-Guard-191734-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><strong>Therapeutic Bands and Braces</strong>.  These brilliant little gizmos absorb shock and support your tendons so you can relieve your pain and still live your life.  See our popular products for <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/knee-thigh-c3677.html?sortOrder=4">knee injuries</a> and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/elbow-c6906.html?sortOrder=4">elbow/forearm support</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/pressure-splints-c3930.html?sortOrder=4"><img class="alignnone" title="Adjustable Shin Support" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/F7/71/Adjustable-Shin-Support-215239-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /><strong>Shin Supports</strong></a>.  These wraps alleviate shin splints and relieve calf &amp; muscle pain.  Too bad we didn&#8217;t have these around when we were running concrete stairs and bleachers in high school.  Good times.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/elastic-pull-on-ankle-brace-p552383.html"><img class="alignnone" title="Elastic Pull-On Ankle Brace" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/D2/61/Elastic-Pull-On-Ankle-Brace-552383-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a><strong>Ankle Supports</strong>.  Ankle and foot injuries happen all the time.  Check out our Ankle/Foot Orthotics products if you are having ankle pain, weak ankles or just need support for your feet.  We have lots of <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=insoles">specialized insoles</a> and <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=heel+cups">heel cups</a>,  <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/browse/browseProducts.do?searchPhrase=ankle+brace">ankle braces, splints and supports</a> and products to relieve the pain of <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/attr-condition-Plantar%2BFasciitis.html?all=true">plantar fasciitis</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528/back-abdominal-hip-c3676.html?sortOrder=4"><img class="alignnone" title="Elastic Back Support" src="http://images.allegrocentral.com/02/92/Elastic-Back-Support-215224-PRODUCT-SMALL_IMAGE.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /><strong>Back Supports</strong></a>.  These are used for both prevention and treatment of back pain and injury.  Choose from traditional back supports, abdominal binders, posture aids, hernia splints and more.</p>
<p>See all <a href="http://www.allegromedical.com/orthopedics-orthotics-c528.html?sortOrder=4">Orthopedic Products</a> and sort by popularity, price or product name.</p>
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