Abstract: The present invention provides a therapeutic methodology for the treatment of chronic pain from its earliest stages to the most severe and intractable stage in a living subject. The therapeutic methodology is able to provide substantial pain relief over long time duration to patients afflicted with chronic pain; and relief from chronic pain and improvement of all symptoms coincidental with chronic pain begins immediately upon treatment. The therapeutic procedure must be performed by a properly trained medical practitioner or clinician within the confines of a hospital setting. Nevertheless, the therapeutic method provides pain relief for chronic pain sufferers, especially those persons who have been unable to obtain relief from chronic pain despite drastic medication and other pain relief techniques.

Abstract: A handbar characterized by an elongated, generally polygonal shaped article including a neck portion in the region of one end, and a tapered length extending from the central region of the article toward the other end. The article preferably is ractangular. The corner edges along their length and a roughened thumb placement area on one surface near the tapered end provide tactile stimulation, while the overall shape of the articles provides visual stimulation in an attempt to increase balance, relaxation and safety during recreational and competitive running.