Elgin® Archxerciser™ PRO - Improved Athletic Performance Begins with the Foot
The PRO Elgin Archxerciser Resistance provides a stronger spring-load resistance for key foot exercises of the arch, toes and overall foot. PRO Archxerciser is designed as an advanced model for athletes suffering from sore feet and/or athletes looking to increase their running and jumping performance in a particular sport. While the Archxerciser is designed as a powerful adjunctive tool for rehab patients post surgery or for athletes looking to increase their abilities, they are both perfect for any person who wishes to strengthen their feet as a preventative measure, so that they don't suffer from ailments causing sore feet. If you are a rehab patient, Archxerciser affords you relief from sore feet by strengthening your foot's intrinsic and extrinsic musculature and it treats a variety of common foot ailments, including plantar fasciitis and heel spur syndrome. While this effective tool has a wide range of applications and has proven to be effective for treating the foot & ankle after surgery, both the Archxerciser and Pro Archxerciser have been scientifically proven to improve an athlete's jumping performance and acts as a preventative aid against sore feet for those who stand for extended periods. All Archxercisers are packaged in a retail hangable clamshell with instruction card.
USE ARCHXERCISER IF YOU COMPETE IN: BALLET/PROFESSIONAL DANCING • BASKETBALL • FOOTBALL • VOLLEYBALL • TENNIS • BASEBALL • RUNNING • TRACK & FIELD & VIRTUALLY ANY SPORTS ACTIVITY
USE ARCHXERCISER IF YOU WORK IN: A RETAIL SETTING • WAREHOUSE JOB • MANUFACTURING POSITION • RESTAURANT ENVIRONMENT • BAR SERVER • COFFEE SHOP BARISTA & VIRTUALLY ANY JOB WHERE YOU ARE REQUIRED TO STAND ON YOUR FEET FOR EXTENDED PERIODS
TWO IMPORTANT INDEPENDENT STUDIES THAT EXPLAIN HOW THE ARCHXERCISER IMPROVES JUMPING ABILITY & REDUCES FOOT PAIN:
1. Effect of Foot Intrinsic Muscle Strength Training on Jump Performance by Caroline L. Unger & Michael J. Wooden, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 2000, 14(4), 373-378
Jumping ability, whether horizontal or vertical, is a critical element in many recreational and competitive sports activities. Therefore, the improvement of jumping ability is highly desirable in order to maximize athletic performance, which is required as part of a skill (rebounding in basketball, catching overhead balls and spiking a volleyball) or as its own event (long jump, triple jump and high jump).
Abstract: Fifteen subjects, 21-62 years old, participated in a 6-week toe flexor strengthening program using the Archxerciser. Pre and posttraining data for toe strength, vertical jump height simultaneously using the Just Jump and Vertec, and horizontal jump distance were collected for both control and exercise legs. Post hoc paired sample t-tests indicated significant improvement in all categories. This supported the hypothesis that the unconventional method of strength training the toe flexors should be considered a valuable adjunct in a training program designed to enhance vertical or horizontal jump ability.
2. Reducing Foot Pain & Increasing Foot Strength by Utilizing the Elgin Archxerciser by Vincent Travisano, D.P.M. & Allen Mark Jacobs, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.S.
Summary Extract: The Archxerciser was utilized in 47 patients as adjunctive therapy in the management of common foot complaints and concerns. 85% of the subjects demonstrated marked reduction in symptomatology utilizing the Archxerciser. 15% of the patients completing the study did not feel the Archxerciser contributed to the reduction of their symptoms. All patients completing the study demonstrated increased extrinsic and intrinsic muscle strength to the foot utilizing the Archxerciser. The measured increase in strength ranged from 38% to 250%. The authors conclude that the Archxerciser represents excellent adjunctive modality to the treatment of a variety of common foot complaints and concerns as well as in the rehabilitation of patients following common podiatric reconstructive procedures.
RECENT ARTICLE ABOUT WEAK FEET OR ANKLES:
Shin splints? Knee pain? It could be weak feet (A portion of an article published in The Bulletin on May 21, 2015 by Tara Bannow)
Weak feet or ankles that lack stability can cause a number of issues up north, although people tend to overlook these areas. But because feet form the base for the body’s forward motion, they’re crucial in determining which muscles will be emphasized as the body moves. If they’re weak, a person’s balance can be completely off — a big problem for older individuals.
Weak feet and instability can also contribute to ailments such as bunions; Morton’s neuroma, a painful nerve condition in the ball of the foot; Achilles tendonitis, swelling and pain in the tendon that connects the leg to the heel; hip bursitis, inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs in the hip joint; and plantar fasciitis, swelling and pain in the tendon that runs along the bottom of the foot.
“You know the adage, ‘When the foot hits the ground, everything changes?’ It’s so literally true,” Ford said. “It’s oftentimes the key to treating the knee, treating the hip, treating the back, because if you can change things below, where everything starts, you can really change what’s going on above.”
INTERNATIONAL INQUIRIES:
ALL GLOBAL NON-DANCE RELATED INQUIRIES: Aegir International, WEB: www.aegirmedical.com
JAPAN DANCE-RELATED INQUIRIES: Dance Tool, WEB: www.dancetool.jp
UK & EUROPEAN DANCE-RELATED INQUIRIES: BalletPro Ltd, EMAIL: info@balletpro.co.uk
TESTIMONIALS:
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: I ordered this strengthening device for my father. He suffers from plantar fasciitis. He was amazed at the difference it made. He says he can now get up in the morning and walk without pain in his arch. He would recommend this product to anyone with the same problem. JOAN P.
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: This product really works. I am recovering from a broken big toe and soreness and tightness in my feet from walking "funny" during the healing. This helps to stretch out the tight muscles and relieve soreness. It also helps to loosen up the big toe that is healing and is stiff. RAMONA W.
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: This product is really amazing, and has helped me much with my foot soreness, and tiredness due to fallen arches. I could not live without my orthotics from the podiatrist, but I still get some soreness and tiredness when on my feet alot. This product has truly helped me, and I can get through my intense workouts much better! JEANNA T.
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: As some of the other reviews have pointed out, there are other ways to achieve the same effect - like picking up coins or pulling a towel toward you with your toes - but this tool makes the process of strengthening your arch so much easier. I find the archexerciser so useful that I am buying a second one to keep under my desk at work. I had been taking my archexerciser back and forth so that I could use it both at home and at work - it's easy to do exercises with it while working at your computer - but that is a hassle and the price is not too high, so having a second one makes life easier. As others have said, don't expect miracles overnight, but with plantar fasciitis you have to take a broad approach to healing yourself and the archexerciser is certainly a very useful tool in this process. GREGORY P.
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: I have suffered from Plantar Fasciitis for years. I also suffered from horrible cramps in the arches of my feet while exercising (I actually had to quit going to spin class because of it). I took a chance and bought this arch exerciser. After a few weeks of using it faithfully I am completely pain free! I no longer suffer from the cramps in my arches and have returned to spin class! I continue to use the arch exerciser because like any other muscle you do have to continue the therapy or the problem will return. I only use it a couple times per week now or when I feel my arches stiffen. SHELLY R.
5 OUT OF 5 STARS: I purchased this for my daughter. She is a ballerina. She loves it! We saw it in a dance movie. CINDY W.
Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
Are any businesses exempt from Proposition 65’s requirements?
YES. Businesses with less than 10 employees and government agencies are exempt from Proposition 65’s warning requirements and prohibition on discharges into drinking water sources. Elgin Division is exempt from Proposition 65 requirements as our business has fewer than 10 employees, however, we feel that it is important to warn CA residents of the possibility that some of our products may contain chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
More Specific Information about Businesses and Proposition 65:
https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/businesses-and-proposition-65
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987.
Proposition 65 became law in November 1986, when California voters approved it by a 63-37 percent margin. The official name of Proposition 65 is the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986.
For More General Information About Proposition 65, please click the link below:
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SHIPPING OPTIONS
Most orders are shipped via UPS and USPS whenever possible. We do not ship via FEDEX.
Shipping charges are prepaid and added to your invoice.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING - We do not ship to countries other than the USA & Canada. If you wish to order products and would like to ship them to other countries, please procure your own international carrier like FEDEX, UPS or DHL and they may pick up from our facility at the following address: ELGIN DIVISION, 1002 EAST THIRD STREET, SANDWICH, ILLINOIS 60548.
NOTE: If you would like to use your own UPS account number, we are happy to create a promo code that will be your UPS account number for you to enter at the checkout screen. That way you will be charged by UPS and Elgin will not add shipping to your order.
Truck Shipments - It is your responsibility to arrange for your own receiving, unpacking, placement of merchandise and removal/disposal of product packaging. You may, however, request for one or all of the following special services for an additional fee:
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24 Hour Advance Notice
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Inside Delivery - where the trucker brings your merchandise within the first set of doors
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Lift Gate Service - if your facility does not have a loading dock
Please allow up to 6 weeks delivery time for furniture, mats, capital equipment & any products with custom colors.
Please call Elgin Division at 1-800-279-3762 for shipping quotes and estimated lead times.
Customers are responsible for any shipping redirect fees.
BECAUSE OF FRAUD ISSUES IN HIGH-RISK STATES, IF A PACKAGE IS ORDERED FROM WITHIN THE STATE OF TX, FL, NJ or TX, WE CANNOT SHIP TO AN ADDRESS OTHER THAN THE BILL TO ADDRESS FROM WITHIN THAT STATE.
Damaged Goods
Damaged or short shipments must be reported within 48 hours of receiving the order.
Inspect all cartons for damage immediately upon receiving. If shipment arrives damaged or if the box appears damaged, please do the following:
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Note damage on the delivery bill and have the driver sign it, acknowledging the damage.
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Contact Elgin Division Customer Service within 48 hours of receiving shipment at 1-800-279-3762 to start processing an insurance claim. An order will be entered at that time to replace the merchandise.
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Save the container and merchandise for inspection.