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Product
Info: Product and Therapeutic
Ingredient Description
THERACREAM®
is the debut innovation of SANTA BARBARA
SOLUTIONS®, INC.
We are a team of health care professionals who discovered
that the public was in need of natural pain relief formulas
of unsurpassed quality and effectiveness. After 5 years of
extensive research, numerous test trials, and over 100 prototypes,
THERACREAM® has not only
emerged as a breakthrough topical solution for relieving pain
but also as a new discovery for soothing headache tension
and body stress.
The unique
proprietary formula of THERACREAM®
contains over 12 well known botanical elements documented
for topical relief. In addition, our cream is fast acting,
aroma-therapeutic, non-staining, aloe vera based, animal cruelty
free, and has no artificial colors or fragrances. Our commitment
to ongoing research will soon provide a new internal nutrient
solution for total body relief.
HELPS PROVIDE DEEP LONG LASTING RELIEF:
| Headache
Tension |
Arthritis
Pain |
Repetitive
Stress Injuries |
Joint
and Muscle Pain |
| Back
and Neck Pain |
Inflammation |
Carpal
Tunnel Pain |
Tendinitis
and Bursitis |
| Sports
Injuries |
Body
Stress |
Acute
and Chronic Pain |
Sprains
and Strains |
THERAPEUTIC
INGREDIENTS:
Please
note that the following information is for educational purposes
only from the resources provided.
MSM
(Methylsulfonylmethane):
MSM is organic sulfur derived from pine trees that is used
by our body for maintaining flexibility and stability at the
cellular level for our muscles, bones, and joints. Sulfur
is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and is so
vital that it is found in every cell of all plants and animals.
MSM is safe and natural for our bodies and can be applied
topically for reducing inflammation. Additionally, MSM has
been shown effective for arthritis, muscle soreness and cramps.
Mindell,
Earl L., R.Ph., Ph.D. The MSM Miracle: A Keats Good Health
Guide, 1997, pages 12, 13, 40, 41.
Herschler, R. J., "Methylsulfonylmethane and Methods
of Use," United States Patent 4,296,130: 1981.
Herschler, R. J., "Dietary and Pharmaceutical uses
of Methysulfonylmethane and Compositions Comprising It,"
United States Patent 4,514,421: 1985.
Jacob, S.W., "The Current Status of MSM in Medicine,"
Am. Acad. Med. Prev., 1983.
Metcalf, J. W., "MSM Status Report," Eq. Vet.
Data, 1986.
Ginger:
An herb externally used for relaxing sore muscles, produces
heat, relieves inflammation, and improves circulation. Also,
ginger synergistically enhances the effectiveness of other
herbs.
Alternative
Medicine: The Definitive Guide, 1993, page 285. (Compiled
by The Burton Goldberg Group)
Golan, Ralph, M.D. Optimal Wellness, 1995, page 465.
Fulder, Stephen, Ph.D. The Ginger Book: The Ultimate Home
Remedy, 1996, page 100.
Thoma, Lalitha. 10 Essential Herbs, 1992, page 201-224.
Arnica:
An herb applied externally for swelling, muscle pain, joint
pain, and pain from trauma.
PDR
for Herbal Medicines, first edition (Medical Economics
Company), 1998, pages 662-663.
Golan, Ralph, M.D. Optimal Wellness, 1995, page 480.
Pahlow, Mannfried. Healing Plants (Barron's Educational
Series, Inc.), 1993, page 141.
Kessler, David, M.D., The Doctors Complete Guide to Healing
Herbs, 1996, page 193.
Body, Penelope. The Complete Medicinal Herbal, 1993, pages
130-131.
Comfrey:
An herb recommended externally for pain control and aiding
the repair of joints damaged by arthritis.
Page,
Linda R., N.D., Ph.D., Healthy Healing, 1996, page 382.
Consumer Guide: Alternative Medicine, 1997, page 50. (In
consultation with the American Association of Naturopathic
Physicians)
Body, Penelope. The Complete Medicinal Herbal, 1993, pages
130-131.
Kessler, David, M.D., The Doctors Complete Guide to Healing
Herbs, 1996, page 222.
PDR for Herbal Medicines, first edition (Medical Economics
Company), 1998, pages 1163-1165.
Boswellia:
It is an herb effective for soothing aching joints when applied
externally. Boswellia's healing properties are recorded in
Ayurvedic (ancient Indian traditional medicine) medical literature
dating back thousands of years. Boswellia works similarly
to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory compounds without the side
effects. It is effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis,
osteoarthritis, low back pain, and inflamed muscles. Additionally,
it stimulates repair by increasing circulation to the joints.
Page,
Linda R., N.D., Ph.D., Healthy Healing, 1996, page 77.
Mindell, Earl L., R.Ph., Ph.D. Earl Mindell's Secret Remedies,
1997, page 49.
Null, Gary, Ph.D. Complete Encyclopedia of Natural Healing,
1998, page 48.
Turmeric:
It is an herb used externally for the treatment of injuries
of the muscles and joints. Turmeric's main active component
is curcumin. Curcumin's effects were shown to be comparable
to hydrocortisone and phenylbutazone without the side effects.
Turmeric is used in the Chinese and Indian systems of medicine
for its well-documented anti-inflammatory properties.
Chandra,
D. And Gupta, S., 'Anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic
activity of volatile oil of curcuma longa (Haldi)', Ind.
J. Med. Res., 1972, 60, pp. 138-42.
Arora, R., Basu, N. Kapoor, V. and Jain, A., "Anti-inflammatory
studies on curcuma longa (turmeric)', Ind. J. Med. Res.,
1971, 59, pp. 1289-95.
Balch, James F., M.D. and Balch, Phyllis A., C.N.C., Prescription
for Nutritional Healing, 1990, page 295.
Ghatak, N. and Basu, N., 'Sodium curcuminate as an effective
anti-inflammatory agent', Ind. J. Exp. Biol., 1972, 10,
pp. 235-6.
Murray, Michael T., N.D. and Pizzorno, Joseph E., N.D.,
An Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, 1991, page 515.
Cayenne
Pepper:
Cayenne pepper's main active ingredient is capsaicin. Capsaicin
has been effective topically in the treatment of arthritis,
fibromyalgia, and nerve pain. Capsaicin depletes substance
P (which is involved in some aspects of pain mediation) in
sensory nerves and has a long history of use in the control
of pain.
Editorial,
'Hot peppers and substance P', Lancet 1983, I, p. 1,198
McCarthy GM, et al. Effect of topical capsaicin in the
therapy of painful osteoarthritis of the hands. Journal
of Rheumatology 1992; 19: 604-607.
Capsaicin Study Group. Treatment of painful diabetic neuropathy
with topical capsaicin: a multi center, double-blind,
vehicle-controlled study.
Archives of Internal Medicine 1991; 151: 2225-2229.
McCarty DJ, et al. Treatment of pain due to fibromyalgia
with topical capsaicin: a pilot study. Seminars in Arthritis
and Rheumatism 1994; 23: 41-47.
Peppermint
and Menthol:
In Germany, the combination of menthol and peppermint have
been approved for external use for muscle and nerve pain by
the Commission E. Also, researchers in Germany have discovered
the effectiveness of peppermint oil for easing tension type
headaches when applied topically to the forehead and back
of head. This is also useful for soothing body stress.
Alternative
Medicine: The Definitive Guide, 1993, page 268. (Compiled
by The Burton Goldberg Group)
Gobel, H. Effectiveness of Oleum menthae piperitae and
paracetamol in therapy of headache of the tension type.
Nervenarzt 67 (8): 672-81, 1996.
PDR for Herbal Medicines, first edition (Medical Economics
Company), 1998, pages 971-975.
Wintergreen:
Derived from the evergreen shrub for external use and is almost
entirely methyl salicylate.
Salicylate (the active component of aspirin) is a well-documented
anti-inflammatory and analgesic.
Leung,
A.Y., Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients used
in Food, John Wiley & Sons, New York, NY, 1980.
Goth, A., Medical Pharmacology, C.V. Mosby, St. Louis,
MO, 1984, p. 367.
SBS
Essential Oils:
Applied topically, this proprietary SANTA
BARBARA SOLUTIONS®,
INC. aroma-therapeutic blend of 100%
pure essential oils helps ease tension headaches and body
stress.
PDR
for Herbal Medicines, first edition (Medical Economics
Company), 1998.
Camphor:
Camphor eases muscle aches when used externally. Camphor is
obtained from the camphor tree (an evergreen tree native to
eastern Asia).
PDR
for Herbal Medicines, first edition (Medical Economics
Company), 1998, page 751.
The Complete Book of Natural and Medicinal Cures, The
editors of Prevention Magazine. 1994, p. 299.
BASE
INGREDIENTS:
Aloe
Vera:
An all natural herbal extract to help soothe, soften, moisturize,
and nourish skin.
Deionized
Water:
High quality water that has been demineralized and is used
as a diluent vehicle.
Safflower
Oil:
A natural omega-6 polyunsaturated oil used as an emollient
for skin nourishment.
Isopropyl
Palmitate:
It is naturally derived from celery seed and is used as an
emollient for skin nourishment.
Cyclomethicone:
This is a natural derivation of silica and is used as a humectant
for skin moisture retention.
Glyceryl
PEG 100 Stearate:
The natural derivation is coconut oil and is used as an emollient
for skin nourishment and as a thickening agent.
Dimethicone:
This is a natural derivation of silica and is used as a humectant
for skin moisture retention.
Behenyl
Alcohol:
The natural derivation is coconut oil and is used as an emollient
for skin nourishment.
Imadiazolidinyl
Urea:
It is a preservative with it's natural derivation from carnations
and coconuts.
Propyl
Methyl Paraben:
This helps to control bacterial and fungal growth with it's
natural derivation from cherry bark, raspberries, and cassia
bark.
Squalane:
This is derived from olives and is used as an emollient for
skin nourishment.
Citric
Acid:
It is a natural pH balancing agent derived from fruit.
Hydroxyethylcellulose:
A tree bark derived thickening agent.
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THERACREAM®
Testimonials:
Kevin Battle
- Rugby Team Head Coach - University of California at Santa
Barbara
"I have been using THERACREAM®
to assist with muscle soreness after my workouts. I then decided
that my team could probably benefit from THERACREAM®.
Now my team will not go out on the field without it. THERACREAM®
works great before and after tough games and workouts."
Bob Sherman
- 10 World · 86 National Tennis Championship Titles
- Santa Barbara, CA
"As current world senior tennis champion I find your
product an invaluable asset to my physical performance. Specifically,
it has helped tremendously with my lower back and knees. Throughout
my career I have tried numerous displeasing topical relief
creams and feel fortunate to have finally discovered THERACREAM®.
Also, due to the safety and effectiveness
of THERACREAM®
I
can now avoid harmful over the counter pain medication. Thank
you so much for your innovative product."
Tyse Swendseid
- Health Food Store Owner - Santa Barbara, CA
"I would like to forward the incredible response and
unquestionable demand for your THERACREAM®
product. THERACREAM®
has out sold Tiger Balm 10 to 1. The demand for the product
was built completely from word of mouth due to the amazing
results it delivered. One such customer was training to qualify
for the next Olympic Marathon. She unfortunately had a terrible
accident injuring her knee. With much hard work and her dreams
gone out the window for an Olympic medal, she started using
THERACREAM®
and within three weeks she was up and training at her usual
pace. My employees and I have tremendous feed back from customers
receiving relief from tension headaches, arthritis, muscle
soreness, tendinitis, and general body
stress. Thanks for your incredible product."
Debbie Steinbach
- LPGA Golf Pro - Palm Springs, CA
"THERACREAM®
is one of the first products to actually do what it claims,
it relieves pain. I can hardly keep it in stock, because of
all my friends using it for their aches and pains!!"
Alice A. Wallace
- Retired Senior Citizen - Santa Barbara, CA
"It works!!!! Just a few minutes after applying THERACREAM®
the pain of arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and neuropathy
were relieved."
Pat Strauss
- Retired Senior Citizen - Santa Barbara, CA
"The pain and electric · tingling feeling
in my hands · wrists is due to arthritis and
M.S. Your THERACREAM®
works better for me than Aspercreme or Cortisone with Aloe
Vera."
Cindy Paul -
Glendale, AZ
"I have tried almost every cream on the market for sore
muscles and have not found any that give as much relief as
THERACREAM®
does. It has a soothing effect without burning. When my husband
uses it on my neck and shoulders, he can give me a deep massage
and the cream still does not burn my skin. I suffer from fibromyalgia,
had a kidney transplant 20 years ago, take prescription medication
daily, and have constant sore muscles · joints.
On days when the pain is severe I use THERACREAM®
during the day and at night before I go to sleep. It has a
soothing effect. Thank you!!!"
Sandra Rubio
- Full Time Office Manager - Santa Barbara, CA
"I was introduced to THERACREAM®
after having pain in my right wrist for over 5 years. I have
had surgery but still get inflammation and chronic pain. I
have found that THERACREAM®
helps take away the pain, which in turn keeps me from taking
any pain medications. I also give it a rave review because
I had a bad headache one day, I couldn't even stand day light
and I had to close all the shades in my house. I didn't know
what to do so I rubbed THERACREAM®
on my temples and on the back of my neck before I knew it
I started feeling better and was back to myself in no time.
The best part about THERACREAM®
is that it has a pleasant dissipating scent so you don't walk
around smelling like an old achy Bengay body. I would highly
recommend THERACREAM®
to anyone in pain."
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Health
Professional Testimonials:
Janette Cross, L.M.T. - Massage Therapist - Santa Barbara,
CA
"THERACREAM®
is the cleanest, purest product of its kind that I've used
on massage clients in my ten years of practice. Everyone comments
on how much they love its natural, herbal fragrance. I've
found THERACREAM®
to be very effective in bringing relief to sore muscles -
the results are both soothing and penetrating. THERACREAM®
adds that extra kick to my hands on healing work when needed!"
L. Ashby, CMT
- Massage Therapist - Body Mind Spirit - Santa Barbara, CA
"In the seven years of being a massage therapist, THERACREAM®
is the finest analgesic product out there on the market. My
clients love it! I really like the easy to use 8 oz. pumps.
Also, I just love the way it smells!"
TheGreenhouse
Spa - Arlington , TX
"We originally started buying THERACREAM®
for the professionals to use here at the Spa. THERACREAM®
became so popular with the clients that they wanted to take
it home. So we had to order more for our clients and now we
can't seem to keep it in stock. Clients say it penetrates
deep relieving them of pain and many have had great results
with arthritis. It seems to have a very different healing
quality that you don't get in "over the counter"
pain relievers. We are so proud to have such an amazing product
in our Spa! Thank you THERACREAM®!"
P. Stephens, C.M.T. - Massage Therapist - Stress Escape
Spa - McMurry, PA
"I have been practicing massage therapy for almost ten
years. I do a lot of deep tissue massage and use THERACREAM®
at the end of the session to reduce soreness. I am having
great success using it on my clients with headaches. My clients
love THERACREAM®
and ask for it to use at home. This is the best pain relieving
cream I have ever used and I love the aroma-therapy scent!"
Skin Dance Day
Spa - Santa Barbara, CA
"We are in love with your product! We use it on our arms
after giving massages and treatments all day, and we feel
like we are getting massages ourselves after using THERACREAM®.
We can feel the relief immediately after putting it on. We
would not be able to do this kind of work without it. The
product sells itself! Thank you THERACREAM®!"
Daryl Kemp,
D.C. - Chiropractor - Santa Barbara, CA
"THERACREAM®
is the first cream I have ever used that not only has great
results for muscle and joint pain but also for relieving tension
headaches and soothing stress. The large clinical bottle and
the luring aroma-therapeutic scent make the cream very user
friendly. Also, I have great success when I rub it into the
patient's skin prior to the application of ultrasound with
an aqueous medium. I have used many creams in the past and
I would conclude that THERACREAM®
easily out performs them all. Thank you for your innovative
product."
Kevin Miller,
D.C. - Chiropractor - Odessa, TX
"During my chiropractic career I have used Biofreeze
exclusively until I tried THERACREAM®.
Your product is superior to theirs for the following reasons:
wonderful scent, more versatile applications other than just
pain relief such as relieving stress and tension, better texture,
superior clinically, easier to use especially with ultrasound,
and many more therapeutic ingredients. THERACREAM®
is definitely an advancement for topical relief and I thank
you for your creation."
Pat Black, D.C.
- Chiropractor - Santa Ana, CA
"My
patient's and I continue to have extraordinary results with
THERACREAM®.
In particular, many who were taking over the counter pain
and headache medication now have quit due to THERACREAM®.
Your product is truly a modern step for natural pain relief.
No other topical cream I have ever used is so pleasant to
use yet so powerful against pain and headaches. Thanks to
THERACREAM®
people now have a safe and effective alternative to harmful
drugs."
Kirsten Maclellan,
L. Ac., Dipl. Ac. - Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
- Santa Barbara, CA
"Having
extensive knowledge with plant medicinals I am very impressed
with the
blend of 100% natural ingredients in THERACREAM®.
Moreover, until now, I have never used a topical pain relief
cream that also has the ability to successfully help tension
headaches and ease body stress. Additionally, the delightful
aroma-therapeutic scent tempts one to apply it on themselves.
Your product is very cutting edge and am pleased to have found
it as it has become an invaluable asset to complement my practice."
Robin Peck,
CMT - Massage Therapist - Houston, TX
"I
use creams on a daily basis and until now have never found
one to have the clinical success of THERACREAM®.
Just recently while working on the runners at the Paris Marathon,
I was enthusiastically informed how THERACREAM®
helped their muscle and joint soreness. In addition, they
remarked on the enticing aroma. Thank you for your incredible
product."
Shannon McGrann
- Health Spa Owner - Santa Barbara, CA
"We love your cream and use it daily. It has an amazing
ability to not only help pain but also relieve stress and
tension. It is a great addition to our spa. Thank you."
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Market Comparison:
Currently,
there is no product on the market that has the proprietary
power of over 12 therapeutic ingredients that not only helps
provide relief for muscle and joint pain but also for tension
headaches and body stress. Most of the market leaders today
contain no more than 3 to 5 essential ingredients which are
usually synthetic accompanying a displeasing locker room odor
in a non aloe vera base. Instead, our cream uses the highest
grade botanical elements with an enticing aroma-therapeutic
scent in an aloe vera base. Other creams like the capsaicin
"hot pepper" creams usually contain only one therapeutic
ingredient. Additionally, studies show along with our own
clinical experience that these pure capsaicin type creams
can create much irritation for the patient. Our cream on the
other hand uses the whole herb of cayenne pepper which contains
some capsaicin but maintains the benefits without the irritation.
In comparing packaging the hot trend today is to use non touch
applicators. We purposely avoided doing this due to the fact
of missing out on another potential healing element. The art
of using touch as a means of therapy is taught in over 80
universities and offered in at least 200 U.S. hospitals including
Beth Israel Medical Center in New York and Georgetown University
Medical Center in Washington D.C. Far superior to any competitor,
every aspect of THERACREAM® is
clearly an advancement for topical pain relief.
Consumer
Alert: Over The Counter Dangers
America's
most popular "quick fix" choice for pain is over
the counter medication in the form of NSAIDS (Non Steroidal
Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). More commonly known names for NSAIDS
include Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Acetaminophen, Bayer, Excedrin,
Advil, Aleve, Motrin-IB, Naproxen Sodium, Tylenol etc........
This multimillion dollar industry is creating serious damage
and often times death to our bodies. Specifically, NSAIDS
commonly cause liver toxicity, gastric ulcers, can be harmful
to asthmatics, and can be hazardous when mixed with alcohol.
Last year alone over 100,000 hospitalizations and 16,500 deaths
were attributed to these over the counter medications. Also,
be aware of so called "super safe aspirins" known
as Cox-2 inhibitors. Common names are Celebrex and Vioxx.
They are the leading most prescribed new drugs this year exceeding
over 12 million. Although they are somewhat safer than traditional
medication there usage does not come without side effects.
The Journal of the American Medical Association published
a report in August of 2001 indicating an increased cardiovascular
risk of heart attack, unstable angina, or stroke with the
use of Cox-2 inhibitors. The Wall Street Journal published
an article just 3 months after the release of Celebrex attributing
its use to 10 deaths and 11 cases of gastrointestinal disorders.
It appears that these Cox-2 inhibitors suppress wound and
ulcer healing. Therefore, caution is necessary when using
these new super drugs especially with ulcers which are probably
the most common side effect of the older NSAID's. A clear
safe alternative is the use of THERACREAM®.
Important
Tips Using THERACREAM®:
Rub-a-Dab Relief™
For
adults and children 12 years of age and older with adult supervision.
Due to the therapeutic potency of THERACREAM®,
it
is only necessary to gently
Rub a dime size Dab
into the skin for Relief. This can be repeated every
3 to 4 hours. Consult your physician before use if you are
pregnant, nursing, or have sensitive skin. Wash your hands
after each use.
Muscle
·
Joint
Pain:
Rub-a-Dab™ to the affected areas. For acute muscle
and joint pain use the ICE-CREAM method. First apply ICE to
the affected regions for 15 minutes then follow with application
of CREAM.
Headache
Tension ·
Body
Stress:
Rub-a-Dab™ to back of neck, behind ears, and temple
regions (may cause some eye irritation due to natural vapors).
To enhance results, Rub-a-Dab™ around front 1/3 of
feet including toes, between thumb · index finger
on back of hands, and between upper back · shoulder
regions. Please refer to the following diagrams:
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Health Professional Use Only:
When using physiotherapeutic ultrasound, first apply THERACREAM®
into the skin and then use an aqueous gel for ultrasound.
Please keep in mind THERACREAM®
is not a full body massage cream and to only
Rub-a-Dab™ for specific indicated areas. It is okay
to blend THERACREAM®
with your favorite massage oil, lotion, or cream.
These
statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent
any disease, and is for educational purposes only.
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