The ENDO STRETCHER
The technical description - the problem - the solution - the application
The technical description
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The Endo Stretcher offers those affected by endometriosis or similar diseases, people with unfavorable scarring in the abdomen or people with a high level of everyday stress a new form of relaxation for their abdomen. The device consists of a solid base construction that adheres to smooth surfaces such as door frames, door surfaces, glass and tiles by vacuum suction. The basic construction can be adapted to the ergonomic needs of each user through its individual height attachment and adjustability in the angle of the guide rods. Different heads are screwed onto the end of the second guide rod.
The seven heads (BIG, MIDDLE, SMALL, MINI, DETAIL, CURVE BIG, CURVE SMALL) have different dimensions and shapes, so that the tension in the abdominal cavity can be relieved in a broader area or in a selected section of the abdomen. The restored elasticity reduces tension pain in the back and legs.
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The problem - endometriosis
What can be the cause of restricted mobility and pulling pain?
Conditions such as endometriosis and internal/external scars in the abdomen cause adhesions that make the abdomen "tight" and immobile. However, the adhesions are not removed, but deposited over years and decades. They accumulate and clog the internal organs. It is not uncommon for to develop an unnatural emerging of the abdomen, which is typical of endometriosis. The adhesions lose their elasticity over the course of life. They dry out. The most affected are: ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, bladder, gallbladder, large intestine, small intestine, stomach, intestines, peritoneum or lungs and kidneys.
How do adhesions affect mobility?
The organs that have grown together over the years often turn the inner abdominal cavity into a large "lump" - narrow and inelastic. In addition to an unnatural bulging and hardening of the abdomen, this causes tension wherever the adhesions have grown. In addition, there are years of intense pain, i.e. a high level of stress, tension and cramps. Affected people report that they feel the problem through tension pain in the back, which then continues in the hips or legs. With the onset of menopause, discomfort and stiffness become even more noticeable and stressful.
The hard interior of the abdomen also causes a variety of chain reactions in muscular and visceral tissue areas, ligaments, tendons, bones and joints.
It was also observed that parts of the skeleton, such as the greater iliac wing, were distorted in their position, which in turn affected spinal instability and suspension of the legs in the hip joints.
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The solution
Based on my own endometriosis disease, which has lasted for more than 40 years with gynecological, physiotherapeutic, chiropractic and osteopathic treatments, I felt the need for a larger proportion of self-help. As a kinesiologist myself after the "Touch for Health" school, I developed the ENDO STRETCHING method and the auxiliary device ENDO STRETCHER in coopration with various experts. The device is now also being used successfully by osteopathic and physiothera-peutic professionals.
My goal was to stretch my abdomen independently of appointments with therapists, places, times and costs.
The stretching of the abdomen reduced the pain in the back, hips and legs. With reduced pull pain, my mobility (walking, standing, general mobility) was regained.
The ENDO STRETCHER is a gymnastics device that provides gentle and effective help at the same time.
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The application
The ENDO STRETCHER has a simple but very effective design and can be used quickly by anyone. The base of the Endo Stretcher is attached to a smooth surface (glass surface, tiles, door frame, door surface, etc.) using a vacuum suction mechanism. The center of the device base is best at navel height.
It is important to ensure that the surface is really smooth so that the vacuum suction mechanism is stable. It is best to test on the surface and check for a good hold. Smooth tiles, glass or doors are ideal.
Two connecting rods sit on the stable base, the angle of which can be adjusted and various heads can be screwed onto the end. The angle of the heads can also be ergonomically adjusted via another joint.
Application is as needed. Sometimes once or twice a day, sometimes just occasionally. I adapt the pressure that I exert on the tissue to the current pain situation. Thanks to regular use of the ENDO STRETCHER and optional accompanying gymnastics, I can stay active all day. My physical resilience has improved significantly. I am able to work again.
The pain is within a tolerable range. I can walk longer distances again. Consequential tension in the upper back, shoulders and neck are significantly reduced. My sleep is improved. I feel relieved of a great burden. My quality of life has improved significantly.
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