Frequently Asked Questions TheraBand

You can find the TheraBand in a total of eight different strengths. You should be able to repeat an exercise with your TheraBand 15 times before you notice any fatigue. If you can do more or less, try a stronger or weaker band.

You can find the TheraBand in the following strengths:

• Beige | Very light: 1.1 kg - Rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Yellow | Light: 1.3 kg - Therapy and care as well as rehabilitation after injuries
• Red | Medium: 1.7 kg - Therapy and rehabilitation, playful children's training, prevention training
• Green | Heavy: 2.1 kg - All-rounder for leisure and sports as well as for advanced rehabilitation and prevention training
• Blue | Very heavy: 2.6 kg - Sophisticated band for leisure and sports
• Black | Extra heavy: 3.3 kg - Strength training
• Silver | Special heavy: 4.6 kg - Advanced strength and athletic training
• Gold | Max. heavy: 6.5 kg - Demanding strength and athletic training for professionals

Please note that not all TheraBand variants are available in all strengths.

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Each color on the TheraBand represents a resistance. This makes it easy to find the right band for you:

• Beige | Very light: 1.1 kg - Rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Yellow | Light: 1.3 kg - Therapy and care as well as rehabilitation after injuries
• Red | Medium: 1.7 kg - Therapy and rehabilitation, playful children's training, prevention training
• Green | Heavy: 2.1 kg - All-rounder for leisure and sports as well as for advanced rehabilitation and prevention training
• Blue | Very heavy: 2.6 kg - Sophisticated band for leisure and sports
• Black | Extra heavy: 3.3 kg - Strength training
• Silver | Special heavy: 4.6 kg - Advanced strength and athletic training
• Gold | Max. heavy: 6.5 kg - Demanding strength and athletic training for professionals

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Yes. TheraBands are natural products made of latex, the elasticity of which decreases over time. The durability depends largely on care and frequency of use. If there is visible damage such as tears, holes, etc., you should replace your band immediately.

If you use the TheraBand regularly and frequently, you should usually replace it after about 1 - 2 months.

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You should not stretch your TheraBand more than 300%. You should therefore not stretch a 2.50 m long band more than 7.50 m long.

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Latex TheraBandsare natural products made from pure latex. The original TheraBands are free of any harmful substances such as plasticizers and the like. Please note, however, that the latex can cause allergic reactions. The product is tested by the FDA (American Food Inspection). The material was treated with talc/powder after production and should also be regularly cared for with talc/powder during use.

Latex-free TheraBandsare made of synthetic rubber, which is also suitable for people with latex allergies. It is easy to clean and does not need to be treated with talc afterwards.

Latex proteins are generally suspected of causing allergies. The substances contained in the TheraBand fall below all limit values ​​set by the Institute for Risk Assessment. The band also complies with the MDR (Medical Device Restriction), which is valid throughout the EU.

If you have a latex allergy, you can also find latex-free TheraBands in the shop.

Latex-free fitness bands In contrast to the classic exercise bands made of natural rubber (latex), they are synthetically manufactured resistance bands made of polyisoprene. These are particularly suitable for allergy sufferers.

In a product test by the magazine ÖKO-TEST-Magazin (issue 01/2020), nitrosatable precursors (also: nitrosatable substances) were detected in the TheraBand. These can also arise from complex production (vulcanization process) when processing rubber. Traces of it are also contained in foods such as fish, beer, cheese and cured products. Tobacco smoke contains high concentrations of nitrosamines. Other products such as toys, balloons, gloves and condoms may also contain nitrosamines or nitrosatable substances. The legislature has therefore set the pollutant limits for children's toys in the “Toy Directive 2009/48/EC”. The limit values ​​are 0.05 mg/kg for nitrosamines (not contained in the TheraBand) and 1 mg/kg for nitrosatable substances.

ÖKO-TEST has provided us with the exact values ​​of the laboratory analysis of the TheraBand exercise band. 0.26 mg/kg nitrosodimethylamine and 1.1 mg/kg nitrosodibutylamine were found, both nitrosatable substances. The test results are within the EU directive for children's toys that are used for hours and are placed in the mouth.

The powder that is on your band is talcum powder (magnesium silicate hydrate), which is also used in cosmetic products such as baby powder. It is applied in small amounts to the TheraBand exercise band during the manufacturing process to keep the latex supple and prevent the material from sticking together.

The substance magnesium silicate hydrate used in the production of the powder is a type of talc, which is also used in food and is free of any toxins that are considered carcinogenic. Asbestos particles could not be detected in tests.

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You will find helpful information in our shopTheraBand accessoriessuch as door anchors, handles, foot straps and much more.

To ensure optimal durability and safe training, the exercise band should be stored dry and rolled up in a bag or box after training.

TheTheraBand 2.50 mshould be stored in the included zippered bag.

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The TheraBand should be disinfected after each use. Alcohol-based disinfectant wipes are suitable for this. These disposable wipes are ready to use on smooth surfaces and medical devices.

The exercise band can still be cleaned occasionally with soap and water. Then it must dry completely before it is rolled up or laid down.

To increase durability, fitness bands should be occasionally cleaned with soap and water, then air dried and powdered. This prevents sticking caused by residues of sweat and moisture. Please do not use chemical cleaning agents or disinfectants. For example, commercially available baby powder is suitable for powdering.

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In our shop you will find many different TheraBand exercises for all parts of the body such as back, neck, arms, legs, stomach and buttocks.

The 3 minutes given is a recommended average value. This also results from the fact that an exercise session should be interrupted every few minutes by a short break.

Yes. The original TheraBand is a CE-certified Class I medical device.

In case of pain, illness or pregnancy, please consult a medical professional before training.

The original TheraBand made of latex is made from 100% natural rubber obtained in Malaysia.