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Horseback Riding Exercise Program Now Selling To a Worldwide Audience

Horseback Riding Exercise Program Now Selling To a Worldwide Audience

The unique horseback riding exercise program offered by Annette Willson is now available for riders all over the world at www.applied-posture-riding.com. Annette has been a highly successful competitor herself, competing up to international level in eventing. She is also an experienced practicing Physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience in muscle training and Pilates, which she utilizes in her training.

Clare, South Australia (PRWEB) March 1, 2009 -- Annette Willson's Pilates-based horseback riding exercise program is now selling worldwide to riders of all levels. This is a unique program that has been proven to change the way riders ride. It is 100% effective and has guaranteed results. Annette began her Physiotherapy career in her home town of Clare, South Australia. Her business has grown steadily since then. The writing of this program has given riders the opportunity to access it from any where in the world.

Annette had a long and successful riding career which included receiving an A certificate in Pony Club at the age of 21 and gaining a spot on the Olympic Training Squad. An accident on her horse however left her with back pain and injuries. It was her education in Physiotherapy and Pilates that helped her through these difficult times. She has helped many riders since then to improve their riding. She has discovered that many riders have a weak posture which makes it difficult to keep an upright and balanced position in the saddle. Her applied posture riding techniques have helped 1000s of riders to train their muscles for riding and then apply this strength for the best riding posture possible.

The Pilates ball is the perfect tool for practicing horseback riding exercise because transferring from the ball to the horse is a natural progression. The program has proved to be highly effective and a simple, inexpensive solution for applied posture training. Many people who have not had a good experience in other training programs in the past have had a great deal of success in Annette's program. This program is so simple.

To learn more, visit http://www.applied-posture-riding.com.

About Applied Posture Riding:

Annette Willson has a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy and founded the Clare Valley Physiotherapy office in 1995. She is a Pilates instructor who has taught hundreds of individuals. She is an expert rider. She has also written two books on horseback riding exercise: Applied Posture Riding and Posture Toning. In addition she has written various articles and small reports on industry specific topics. She now possesses over 25 years of experience in her field and is regarded by many to be an expert. Her unique form of instruction involves riders learning more about themselves before learning about their horse. The program has a money back guarantee.

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Contact Information Annette Willson

Clare Valley Physiotherapy

http://www.applied-posture-riding.com

610888421288

10,000 Visits to SpaBusinessMD.com, Leading Medical Spa Business Resource

10,000 Visits to SpaBusinessMD.com, Leading Medical Spa Business Resource

This week marked the 10,000th visit to SpaBusinessMD. This leading business resource for Medical Spa owners, operators and physicians provides Medspa business insight, expertise and knowledge from Francis X. Acunzo, Acara's CEO and Founder along with his team of MedSpa experts.

Branford, CT (PRWEB) February 28, 2009 - 10,000 visits have occurred since the inception of the Acara Medical Spa business blog, SpaBusinessMD.com (http://www.spabusinessmd.com/) which was launched just six months ago. This Medspa business resource for physicians, owners, and operators provides knowledge and expertise on a variety of development, management and marketing topics.

"When I started this blog I thought it would be a nice added benefit for Acara's clients and business associates to hear more about our thoughts on the Medical Spa Industry and how we view the business of MedSpa., comments Francis X. Acunzo (http://www.acaramedspas.com/team.html), CEO & Founder of Acara Partners, "I never anticipated that we would actually reach thousands of industry professionals in such a short period of time."

The Acara team is proud that it is able to support the industry and the professionals seeking knowledge and information about the business of MedSpas. "I thank all of you for your active visitation to SpaBusinessMD and encourage you to continue as we post our thoughts and comments on the Medical Spa Industry each week." adds Mr. Acunzo.

In its continued commitment to education within the Medical Spa industry Acara also offers an extensive series of Webinars (http://www.acaramedspas.com/events.html). The topics include management, marketing, sales, and business strategy. These are held weekly, every Tuesday, at 1:00 p.m. EST or 10:00 a.m. PST.

About Acara Partners:

Acara is the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians and investors seeking to develop, manage and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic or Aesthetic Practice. Acara is led by industry leader Francis X. Acunzo and his team of expert consultants with over 25 years of spa, med spa and retail healthcare experience. To learn more visit: www.acarapartners.com .

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Contact Information Francis X. Acunzo

Acara Partners

http://www.acarapartners.com

203-488-0028

Aesthetic Trends & Technologies™ Launches Educational Webinars Series

Aesthetic Trends & Technologies™ Launches Educational Webinars Series

Aesthetic Trends is now providing an additional educational venue for the aesthetic medical community. The ATnTechnologies™ Webinar Series is a new education resource offered by Aesthetic Trends in response to the results of multiple surveys where practitioners were asked how they will strategize to build their practice and ward off the pitfalls of the economic crunch.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) February 28, 2008 -- Aesthetic Trends & Technologies™ has announced the launch of their new ATnTechnologies™ Webinar & Podcast Interview Series. The first webinar was broadcasted this week entitled Top 10 Reasons Medical Spas and Aesthetic Practices Succeed. There has been an increase in the growing number of aesthetic medical practices that continue to struggle to keep their doors open. Many are reaching out to find ways in which to revive their businesses.

"We are very pleased at the response we have received by the number of practitioners who have participated in our complimentary webinar series," comments Chief Executive Officer Cindy L. Vandruff. "We continue to see the need for these educational venues to support our industry as a whole. This is an effective way to give practitioners answers to the questions they have about maintaining a profitable business."

The ATnTechnologies™ Webinar Series are hosted by Ms. Vandruff. A number of Med Spa topics will be presented by Francis X. Acunzo, CEO of Acara, the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians, and investors seeking to develop, manage, and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic, or Aesthetic Practice. Acunzo and his team of expert consultants have over 25 years of spa, med spa and retail healthcare experience. To learn more visit: www.acarapartners.com.

"One of the main reasons I want to promote this educational webinar program is that we have seen a thirst for knowledge by physicians, aesthetic medical practices, and medical spas alike that have used this effective tool in understanding what can be done to succeed no matter what state the economy is in," added Vandruff.

Aesthetic Trends believes that a solid foundation for any practice is sound business operating processes and tools through education. For practice owners seeking to tap into Aesthetic Trends' resources and knowledge base, visit their website which houses useful articles / topics. Be sure to attend one of their upcoming complimentary Medical Spa business Webinars.

About Aesthetic Trends & Technologies, Inc.

Aesthetic Trends is the leading physician journal for aesthetics and wellness. This unique magazine focuses on current findings, ongoing clinical trials, and addresses frequently asked questions related to aesthetic procedures and products. The latest advancements in aesthetic products and procedures are featured in every issue, keeping the industry in tune with the continual changes in the aesthetic industry, thereby allowing practitioners to apply the related topics to their individual practices and needs. Topics include: Anti-Aging & Wellness, Dermatology, Laser & Light Technology, Legal Case of the Month, Medical Spas, Plastic Surgery, & Practice Management. Email Cindy Vandruff: cindy.vandruff @ aesthetictrends.com, or contact her directly at 800.277.1391. To learn more visit: www.aesthetictrends.com .

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Contact Information Cindy L. Vandruff

Aesthetic Trends & Technologies, Inc.

http://www.aesthetictrends.com

800.277.1391

CheckOrphan Launches iWish to Commemorate Rare Disease Day

CheckOrphan Launches iWish to Commemorate Rare Disease Day

CheckOrphan, the leading news site for rare, orphan and neglected diseases, launches iWish, which allows people to visually (creative, artistic and realistic images) show their conception of these diseases through and image. In addition, people are invited to explain their imagery and add their iWish - which should convey creative solutions for a rare disease or for the community in general.

Basel, Switzerland (PRWEB) February 28, 2009 -- Today, CheckOrphan is launching one of its flagship features - iWish (http://www.checkorphan.org/content/iWish) - in conjunction with Rare Disease Day, February 28, which is an international effort to raise awareness for rare diseases and the needs of people affected by them.

To help commemorate this day, iWish is a way for people affected by, or working with, rare diseases to step forward and tell their stories through words and images. Currently, CheckOrphan is accepting iWish submissions in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.

Participants are asked to provide a text of up to 1,000 words describing a change or development they would like to see in the world of rare diseases - their iWish. They are also encouraged to discuss their experience with a rare disease or diseases, if applicable, and to provide and describe an image (a photograph or other creative image) that in some way complements or illustrates their text. Examples of some iWish contributions can be viewed at:

http://www.checkorphan.org/content/iWish

"People affected by a rare disease have the chance to show the world in an artistic or realistic way through a picture and words what it is like to have a rare disease," explains Ian Sowers, Head of Marketing and PR for CheckOrphan. "But, we also encourage industry professionals, physicians, researchers and others to explain want they encounter as well. This way the world will have a complete view of the problem, accompanied with ways to overcome the hurdles that rare, orphan and neglected diseases face."

CheckOrphan's goal is to allow people around the world to provide creative solutions, through their iWish. At the same time CheckOrphan offers people the opportunity to make an iWish come true. People who want to support an iWish can contact CheckOrphan and then CheckOrphan will contact the individual who submitted the iWish on behalf of the interested supporter.

"Rare, orphan and neglected disease need solutions. They are a huge drain on families and society in general," says Robert Derham, President of CheckOrphan. "So as the saying goes 'two heads are better than one' - we believe that 7 billion heads will be even better. Collectively we will be able to think outside of the box and start to bring solutions to the hundreds of millions of people that are affected with rare, orphan and neglected diseases."

Since its inception two years ago, CheckOrphan.org has become the leading online source of news about rare, orphan, and neglected diseases.

Recently re-launched with a new look and increased functionality, CheckOrphan is dedicated to being a complete web platform for rare diseases that unites and empowers researchers, physicians, professionals and, most importantly, those affected by rare diseases so that they can initiate change.

CheckOrphan's features include: a database of over 8,000 news articles (http://www.checkorphan.org/news) about rare diseases, events, clinical trials, treatments (http://www.checkorphan.org/node/8379), research publications, physician-researcher-hospital-organization-industry databases, videos, daily newsletters and more. Users can submit content for each feature

About CheckOrphan

CheckOrphan is the leading source of news about rare, orphan and neglected diseases. Its news database holds the largest concentration of articles about rare diseases, with over 8,000 entries. CheckOrphan's users benefit from several large databases that also include: events, treatments, research publications, physician-researcher-hospital-organization-industry databases, videos, daily newsletters and more. It is also home to iWish - every wish means hope for a better tomorrow.

CheckOrphan is a non-profit organization that encourages its visitors to submit content and information to the platform. CheckOrphan is always interested in meeting new partners and supporters. CheckOrphan would like to thank the Gebert Rüf Stiftung for its support. For more information about this foundation, please visit http://www.grstiftung.ch.

Contact:

CheckOrphan

Ian Sowers

Head of Marketing and PR

Tel: +41 61 267 0447

Mob: +41 79 719 5539

Robert Derham

President

Tel: +41 61 267 0447

Mob: +41 78 662 5231

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Contact Information Robert Derham

CheckOrphan

http://www.checkorphan.org

+41 61 267 0447

Ian Sowers

CheckOrphan

http://www.checkorphan.org

QuestNet & RYTHM Foundation Supports UNICEF in Bihar, India

QuestNet & RYTHM Foundation Supports UNICEF in Bihar, India

The affect of devastating floods in 2008 in North Bihar (India) are still being felt today, almost six-months after flood waters ravaged the districts of Supaul, Saharsa, Araria, Madhepura and Purnia.

Bihar, India (Vocus) February 27, 2009 -- The affect of devastating floods in 2008 in North Bihar (India) are still being felt today, almost six-months after flood waters ravaged the districts of Supaul, Saharsa, Araria, Madhepura and Purnia.

The resulting devastation led to the displacement of over 2.5 million people, as well as damage or destruction of essential infrastructure like roads, bridges, water supply systems and schools.

UNICEF, in view of the scale of the floods and over stretched national and state capacities, has been supporting the Government of Bihar and other civil bodies in emergency relief efforts and the rehabilitation of the affected populace in an attempt to restore stability to the affected region.

In keeping with its commitment to the flood-affected people, especially those living in marooned and/or difficult to access areas, UNICEF has made rehabilitation of flood-affected people a priority. UNICEF programmes, like Water and Sanitation, Child Protection, Child Development & Nutrition, HIV, Education, Health, Programme Communications and Advocacy & Partnerships are working in partnership with the Government of Bihar and other donors to rehabilitate people, especially those in marooned still flooded areas.

QuestNet (www.quest.net) and its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm RYTHM Foundation was established in 2005 to support the companies commitment to disaster mitigation, improving conditions for children, poverty elimination and a better environment across the globe. A shared concern for children, especially in the light of mass flooding in North Bihar, brings QuestNet, RYTHM and UNICEF to a shared common platform to support rehabilitation in the state.

RYTHM Foundation Trustee Mr Bernhard H. Mayer met with representatives of UNICEF Bihar office on Tuesday, 17 February 2009, to officially present a USD 30,000 donation to UNICEF in support of their various flood-related emergency programmes in the affected districts.

The cheque was presented by Mr Mayer in a simple ceremony to Mr Bijaya Rajbhandari, Chief, UNICEF Field Office, Patna.

Both Mr Mayer and Mr Rajbhandari also discussed potential future co-operations between the organisations in working towards similar relief and support programmes in the troubled state.

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Contact Information Adrian Pooley

http://www.quest.net

+66 2 2073808

Appointment-Plus and the American Massage Therapy Association Forge Exclusive Alliance to Assist Massage Therapists

Appointment-Plus and the American Massage Therapy Association Forge Exclusive Alliance to Assist Massage Therapists

Alliance allows AMTA members to capitalize on the benefits of client self-scheduling via the Internet.

Scottsdale, Arizona (PRWEB) February 2, 2009 -- Appointment-Plus (http://www.appointment-plus.com), the industry leader in web-based scheduling software, and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) have announced an exclusive alliance to bring online scheduling to all AMTA members. The AMTA is one of the largest and most respected massage therapy associations in the world, representing over 58,000 therapists. Recognizing the tremendous benefits of online scheduling and client self-scheduling via the Internet, the AMTA evaluated online scheduling systems that its members might utilize. After its evaluation, the AMTA elected to make Appointment-Plus the system of choice for its members. The AMTA negotiated special pricing for all AMTA members as part of the alliance. State chapters of the AMTA will also be able to use Appointment-Plus for free, to assist with member activities.

The Appointment-Plus online scheduling system serves a wide variety of industries, but massage therapy remains one of the core user groups of the scheduling system. Because massage therapy has been a top industry since the inception of Appointment-Plus, many industry-specific features have been added to the system to accommodate massage practices. Such features include a fully integrated point of sale (POS) system, online payments, gift certificates, robust reporting, room coordination, client and staff email notifications and reminders, automated client emails to prompt scheduling, and much more. In addition, the AMTA wanted members to be able to take advantage of the free trial and free setup assistance provided by Appointment-Plus. Each AMTA member that establishes a free trial (https://www.appointment-plus1.com/ap/sign_up_ap.php) account will be provided a free dedicated setup coach to assist in customizing and optimizing the system.

The announcement of this exclusive alliance follows Appointment-Plus's appearance at the AMTA national convention in Phoenix, Arizona, last year. Appointment-Plus will once again be attending the AMTA national convention in Orlando, Florida in September, 2009, to demonstrate how online scheduling can benefit all massage therapists.

"The close relationships we have developed with the massage therapy industry have driven many of our key system developments," said Jeff Fleming of Appointment-Plus. "This alliance will allow us to continue to provide the highest quality scheduling system to massage therapists."

In addition to its close ties with the massage therapy industry, Appointment-Plus is also the exclusive provider of online scheduling software to some of the nation's largest and best-known massage schools, such as the National Holistic Institute and the Austin Schools of Massage.

Contemporary Web Plus, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the development of web-based scheduling and appointment software for a wide variety of applications and industries. Contemporary Web Plus's flagship product is the Appointment-Plus online scheduling system. Contemporary Web Plus software clients include Fortune 500 companies such as Pepsi and Comcast, federal and local government, universities and schools, and small/medium sized businesses worldwide. In 2007, Microsoft Corp. selected Contemporary Web Plus's Appointment-Plus software as its referral source for all Appointment Manager software clients.

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Contact Information Ryan Kelly

Appointment-Plus

http://www.appointment-plus.com

480.483.1199