"Normal Muscles do not contain trigger points. Normal muscles have no taut bands of muscle fibers, are not tender to firm palpation,...and do not refer pain in response to applied pressure."
Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction, Janet G. Travell, MD & David G. Simons, MD
Physiology behind the Technology
Description
Intracell Technology is founded on solid, scientific evidence in muscle physiology. It employs a sophistication that attracts top level athletes, performing artists and those who aspire to obtain peak physical performance.
Intracell Technology engages the use of a simple, easy to use tool called the The Stick. The Stick is a non-motorized device that is composed of a semi-rigid core around which independent, 1 inch spindles freely spin. This instrument was engineered to assist healthcare providers in the deep manipulation of soft tissues such as muscle.
Nutritional Biomechanics
The Stick helps to strengthen your muscles by employing Nutritional Biomechanics.
Here's a short definition:
"In principle, Nutritional Biomechanics exploits the unique biomechanical relationship between muscle and its nutrient delivery system. Patient care for fibromyalgia syndrome, trigger point pain, muscle strain and delayed muscle soreness is especially magnified by supplementing the patient with a balanced nutritional drink 20-30 minutes prior to therapeutic stretching and massage. Such a protocol will insure that the blood entering the newly relaxed muscle is nutrient-dense. A full complement of nutrients will provide the raw materials needed for healing."
- Dr. Andrew S. Bonci
Copyright 1992, All Rights Reserved Dr. Andrew S. Bonci Sport Biomechanics Laboratory
"The Stick is used as a training tool by athletes at the US Olympic Training Centers in Colorado Springs CO, Lake Placid NY, Marquette MI and Chula Vista CA."
Statement approved by the US Olympic Committee
Sports Medicine Division - July 2004
"I would recommend The Stick to all athletes."
Phil Jackson, Head Coach - LA Lakers
"The Stick is the only body tool I have ever recommended for use on the calf of an elite athlete."
Bob Anderson, Author of Bestseller...Stretching
"Our athletes use The Stick to get the most out of their training, prevent injury and optimize their performance. You should too."
Loren Seagrave, Sprint and Hurdle Events
IAAF Level II World Coaching - Education Program
"This simple Stick concept will change the future of sports by allowing the athlete to train harder and more frequently."
Norm Miller, Strength coach - Olympic Bobsled Team