The Feedback Has Been Overwhelming!Steven B. Singleton, MD "I highly recommend SAM for the treatment of hamstring injury and/or lower back pain. This device may be used in conjunction with other modes of supervised treatment, or even alone as a home use device for those who need to improve hamstring flexibility with regards to lower back health." Phillip G. Esce, MD "I consistently treat patients who suffer from lower-back pain and injuries. I would recommend use of the SAM most highly for those who suffer from lower-back pain." Eron Benjamin "Thank you for introducing me to SAM. I have been using it to target my abs with impressive results. The FIT Timing system is a great motivator. It makes my workouts at home enjoyable. The variety of exercises is also great. I can target upper, lower, and oblique abs muscles with multiple exercises which helps to add muscle definition and avoids monotony in the workouts. I have also followed the entire ABBS training philosophy, adding back exercises and stretching to complement the abs development. I have had lower back problems in the past, and the balanced approach has helped to keep my back in line." John W. McBurney, MD "The first time I used Mici Fluegge's SAM, I had one of those 'Now why didn't I think of that!' experiences. In my 25 years as a competitive cyclist and runner, and my 20 years as a practicing neurologist, I never had an effective way to stretch or to get my patients with back pain to stretch. My flexibility improved 20 degrees and although I don't really have a painful back, my back felt better. I think, the SAM is a wonderful innovation that should be of great benefit to athletes of all sorts. But in addition, this product could be an invaluable tool in structuring home flexibility exercises in patients suffering from back pain." Janice Young Congratulations on your creation of SAM! Your device has much in common with the ever-growing Pilates movement. We share many common principles including:
The user-activated FIT Timer is truly unique. It provides motivational feedback that accentuates the user experience. I believe SAM is the next best thing to being at the studio. Its highly mobile form factor is perfect for exercising at home and on the road. Richard A. DeMarco "As a Certified Professional Fitness Instructor it is hard for me to admit that this device when used properly can deliver the same results as assisted stretching with a personal trainer, but it does. The main challenge presented with people trying to perform (PNF-) stretching on themselves is their inability to hold the stretch long enough to obtain the benefits. With SAM's easy instructions and self timer; the challenge is solved. A series of beeps broken down into ten second increments tells how long to hold the stretch. Being in the personal training and fitness industry for over 12 years, I have never seen a device quite like this one." Frank P. Grill "In the 10 days of using the SAM I have noticed that the pain in my back is not as severe, especially first thing in the morning when it usually is the most painful. I am 71 years old and for the last couple of years I have had lower back pain which was diagnosed as osteoarthritis. The foam handles not only allow for a good grip but allow you to vary your hand positions on the handles without losing tension. The stretch is therefore maximized to the point where you can maintain it for one minute." Peter Kotland "Very easy and simple to use. I noticed all the benefits of it when I didn't use it. My muscles were tighter and not as flexible." Bryan Moore "I'm 47 years old. I must admit I have never stretched in my life. I can't even lift my leg straight out while laying on the floor due to tight muscles. The SAM device is the perfect tool for us nonstretchers. Typically I use it at the end of the day (prior going to sleep). It has improved my range of motion and also the residual pain I did have disappeared completely." Mike Henthorn "After only 2 weeks, I noticed a huge improvement in my flexibility and consequently in my lower back. I largely contribute the results to the comfortable handling, but more so to the presence of the built-in timer. It is absolutely awesome. It allows one to stretch accurately and safely for a 60 second period, which is the duration recommended by Physical Therapists. I realized that for 10 years I never stretched long enough. I could have accelerated my results tremendously had I owned your device. Needless to say, SAM is now my device of choice." Sean Mahaney The hamstring stretching device created by Mici Fluegge of Personally Trained is a simple yet ingenious device. As therapists we want our patients performing prescribed exercises correctly, which includes the adequate number of repetitions and hold times we determine are needed to achieve goals. Mr. Fluegge's stretcher will allow the back pain patient or anyone who needs to improve hamstring flexibility the ability to easily, comfortably and effectively perform this stretch. This device will be ideal for clinic, gym, and home use. Burton Johnson "I specifically recommend the 'stretch device' for stretching the hamstrings in multiple planes during post operative therapy, and long term fitness programs." |