“I am convinced that my Bodyblade exercises saved me from rotator cuff surgery. There was no way that I could have been laid up for three months while healing after surgery; especially when I considered that the chances of complete recovery after surgery was questionable. I started with the Classic doing primarily internal/external rotation. I then graduated to the Pro. Today I have absolutely no shoulder problems, and as I said, I attribute this entirely to my Bodyblade workouts.
Thanks!”
– Peter A. Holst, D.C., NYCC '85, 450 East Main Street, Middletown, NY 10940
“I have found Bodyblade to be a very versatile and valuable tool for evaluation and treatment of strength, coordination, and proprioception problems throughout the body. It is the most innovative and practical rehabilitative device I have seen in years.”
– Elizabeth R. Ikeda, M.S. PT. O.C.S., The University of Montana, P.T. Dept.
“I wanted to let you know how valuable we have found Bodyblade to be in the rehabilitation of our patients. We use it with the pre and post-op shoulders, knees and low backs. Its uses are only limited by the Therapist's imagination. My staff and my patients thank you.”
– Valerie Sinkus, PT Professional Physical Therapy Associates, Inc.
“Bodyblade is the most dynamic form of free weight muscle training because of the rapid rhythmic contractions produced during both upper extremity and lower extremity exercise. By reproducing the typical motions employed with free weight rehabilitation, we can further emphasize the vital co-contractions that occur with all joint movements. The Bodyblade has been included in our 'Therapeutic Exercise' curriculum as an important rehabilitation tool for muscle education and proprioceptive training; it demonstrates a capacity for muscle re-education focusing on co-contractions, a very dynamic aspect of joint stability and function.”
– Daniel J. Cipriani, PT., A.T., C., Medical College of Ohio, Instructor, P.T. Program
“We become more convinced each day that Bodyblade is our best piece of equipment. The Bodyblade appears deceptively easy until it is picked up and them it becomes a challenge.”
– Dorothy M. Cook, PT Des Moines Physical Therapy Center
“Because our practice predominantly treats professional dancers, we see many foot, ankle and hip injuries. Since the Bodyblade has joined our equipment supply we have found many creative ways to enhance the endurance and proprioceptive abilities of our dancers, in weight bearing positions. We use it while sitting on a ball for partial weight bearing, standing in arabesque positions for stability or just to achieve a full body workout. Everyone enjoys the Bodyblade because they feel such a sense of accomplishment when they can make it move while they are moving. Thank you for inventing it!”
– Marika Molnar, PT. Director Westside Dance Physical Therapy
“I've used Bodyblades in my clinic for the past two years, treating a number of orthopedic patients ranging from wrist, shoulder and elbow to neck, thoracic and low back injuries. I have nothing but positive things to say about the Bodyblade as a very effective tool in treating and training all orthopedic problems. It's the most fun and challenging piece of equipment our patients have and they love it!”
– Roger Wegley, PT. Ballard Physical Therapy
“I lecture monthly to a group of prosthetists from all over the country on the benefits of PT for the amputee patient. In my opinion, if a patient wants one piece of equipment which will do an outstanding job at increasing strength and improving function, I highly recommend a Bodyblade.”
– Randy T, PTA
“My experiences with Hymanson Inc/Bodyblade have always been exceptional in every way. Jennifer is always able to offer suggestions or options for my patients. I feel very comfortable having a patient contact the company because I know they will receive courteous and timely service.”
– Jane E. Trahan, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant
“The Bodyblade provides the only product that addresses coordination; usual strength training programs miss this on resistant programs.”
– Stacy Barrows, PT, Century City Physical Therapy
“I specialized in testing the shoulder. This device fits well into my philosophy of treating the shoulder. Excellent for upper extremities and trunk strengthening/control. I recommend to all patients with MDI of the shoulder.”
– Marty Kelley, PT, Physical Therapy
“Unique therapeutic possibilities, outstanding for sustained engagement of upper extremities across midline of body with core support.”
– Mary Kowar, PT, Mary Kowar & Associates
“I did use the blade quite a bit prior to the 2004 Games. I was having a lot of shoulder problems leading up to the Olympics. The Bodyblade was a large part of my rehab - it truly made a difference in keeping my shoulders in tact, not to mention gave my entire body a workout at the same time! Awesome product!”
– Rebecca Giddens, Silver Medalist, 2004 Athens Olympics
“The Bodyblade is a very important tool in the Chicago White Sox conditioning program. Our athletes use the Bodyblade for throwing specific conditioning and for core stability training. The Bodyblade has been very beneficial as it enables full range of motion while imitating a throwing pattern and developing shoulder strength. We have found that we can integrate the Bodyblade with other tools to improve balance and proprioception while targeting a specific kinetic movement or muscle group. Our pitchers use the Bodyblade as part of their warm-up routine prior to competition and include it in their cool downs post competition.”
– Steve Odgers, Director of Conditioning, Chicago White Sox
“Bodyblade is fantastic in every way. Had the opportunity to meet Bruce Hymanson last year-talked to him about pursuing Golf market, he was one of the nicest men I have ever met.”
– Mark Spinelli, Golf Instructor
“The Bodyblade is such unique piece of equipment that needs to be in every training room or rehab facility. I have found great results in baseball and softball players that are injured and need rehab. They come back fast and stronger than any other rehab tool.”
– Michael La Marc, AT.C., Athletic Trainer
“The Bodyblade is one of the most innovative and effective rehabilitation devices to be invented in the past twenty years. It is a versatile tool that we use as a training and rehabilitation device. It is functional and fun. You have to try it to truly appreciate what it can do for you. Once you begin to use it your will wonder how you ever got along without it.”
– Vern Gambetta, Gambetta Sports Training Systems
“By having the athlete move the Bodyblade to create the oscillations that fire the muscle or vice versa, we get a very similar, if not better, result to that of the manual resistance. I have seen some of the other devices that claim to perform a like function, but I still prefer the ease of use, patient feedback and results that I have experienced with the Bodyblade. We here with the Padres have many pieces of equipment that we can use to condition and rehab our athletes. The Bodyblade is one of those and will continue to be one as long as I am here.”
– Bill Henry, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S., Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, San Diego Padres
“I have been using the Bodyblade for over five years now and I wouldn't be in the situation I am in now if it weren't for the bobyblade. As a professional athlete playing over a 150 games a year its very easy for body parts to break down. The Bodyblade has helped keep my shoulder in good enough shape that I haven't missed a day from a shoulder injury since I started working with the Bodyblade. I can honestly say that without this piece of equipment that I only have to use two/three times a week for five minutes that I might not still be pitching. Thank you Bobyblade.”
– Brian Cooper, Pitcher, San Francisco Giants
“ have been a golf professional for 20 years and have spent the better part of my life in reasonable shape. In 2004 I hurt my back and laid in bed for almost 4 months. Herniations in l3,l4, l5, had me laid out and in great pain. I lost 20 pounds and looked like I was going to die. Many things happened to me on my way back to health. Aaron Mattes { active isolated stretching} , Stewart Mcgill { back fitness Doctor} and the Bodyblade. {Bruce Hymanson} These people and their knowledge of the body and how it functions have motivated me in ways a 49 year old wouldn't expect. The Bodyblade and my imagination in its use has changed my body in tone and shape and should be in everyone's workout regimen. Propreoceptively speaking, the Bodyblade has few rivals and when you use it on unstable surfaces you will be totally challenged. I believe this is the tipping point for this product and expect the blade to be one of the most important training tools in sports training.”
– Kregg Moyer
“I began training with the Bodyblade approximately 1 year ago and have found it to be the most significant tool I have ever used as far as creating a noticeable and lasting difference in my golf swing. I have increased my swing speed by 9 miles per hour and have a feeling of much greater control and stability throughout my entire swing. My distance has continually improved and my increase in core stability has enabled me to do some pretty amazing shots in my trick shot shows... including this one where I balance myself on a 65 cm Swiss ball and hit a 250+ yard drive.
I'd recommend the Bodyblade to ANYONE interested in improving their core stability and overall golf swing.”
– Ben Witter, PGA Professional
“Using the Bodyblade everyday has helped me with my challenging, but exciting career!; Kite surf Instructor, Swim Instructor, Personal Trainer and Physical Education Teacher.
Best regards.”
– John A, California
