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Seattle Kraken 2021 Draft Pick Ryker Evans Uses Thermotex for Peak Performance

Earlier this year, up and coming NHL defenseman Ryker Evans signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Seattle Kraken. With a promising hockey career on the horizon, keeping his body at peak performance—both on and off the ice—is a top priority going into the 2022-2023 season. By implementing Thermotex into his post-game ritual, Ryker has found a remedy that puts both his mind and body at ease, allowing him to rest and reset with faster recovery times. 

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MEET MORRIS, A FORMER WHA/NHL PLAYER WHO RELIEVES CHRONIC PAIN WITH FAR INFRARED HEAT

We at Thermotex understand that pain from athletic injuries can continue decades after the impact. We recently heard from Morris, a former professional hockey player, who struggled to manage chronic pain as a result of the game’s intense physicality – until he discovered Thermotex. Even better? Morris’s wife and two cats have also become fans of Thermotex! As a family-founded business, we’re honoured to share Morris’s journey and be a part of his family’s daily routine. 

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JOAN SHARES HOW THERMOTEX FAR INFRARED HEAT GAVE RELIEF AND COMFORT DURING HER BREAST CANCER JOURNEY

We recently connected with Joan, a dear friend of Thermotex’s Executive Vice President, Wendy Docherty, for over 40 years. Fast forward to the present, and that friendship is still going strong! Joan has turned to Thermotex’s far infrared heat for over 20 years after it helped her soothe chronic body pain before and during her battle with breast cancer. We are so grateful that Thermotex has been her go-to over the years! Joan shared: 

“When I was working full time and then working more at home,

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MEET SHELLEY, A THERMOTEX LOYALIST GETTING BACK TO OUTDOOR ADVENTURES WITH FAR INFRARED HEAT

We at Thermotex are grateful to know Shelley very well. As daughter of President Francis Docherty and sister to Executive Vice President Wendy Docherty, she’s a part of the family – literally! Shelley’s Thermotex Platinum Pad has been a mainstay in her active lifestyle and self care routine for decades; however, when she sustained an injury skiing this past winter, Thermotex’s far infrared heat came to the rescue in a brand new way. Shelley shared:

“I have used Thermotex for 25 years and countless reasons –

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A LUCKY COINCIDENCE: HOW CHENG DISCOVERED FAR INFRARED HEAT WHEN HE NEEDED IT MOST

We were grateful to reconnect with Cheng after meeting him a few years ago at our Calgary headquarters. He had just injured his back, and while he was determined to finish his work day as a salesperson for warehouse supplies, he was in tremendous pain. That very day, he went home with his first Thermotex unit and still uses it. We’re sure glad we were on his route! Cheng shared:

“I’m 51 years old and was lucky to come to Canada in 1979.

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ROSALEE SHARES HOW FAR INFRARED HEAT HELPS KEEP HER CHRONIC MYOFASCIAL PAIN, FIBROMYALGIA PAIN AND BACK SPASMS AT BAY – NATURALLY

We recently had the chance to connect with Rosalee, an incredible and resilient woman who has used Thermotex for more than a decade. Rosalee’s chronic pain began when she injured her back at work, further exacerbated by a physio mishap. Hear from Rosalee firsthand on why Thermotex remains an essential component of her pain management treatment plan. We are honoured to share her story, not to mention being a part of it all these years! 

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INTRODUCING JENKINS (AKA JACKIE CHAN), A RESCUE KITTY WITH A NEW LEASE ON LIFE

Jenkins was in a tough situation earlier this year. Luckily, he found his way to the incredible care of BC SPCA North Peace Branch. Around the time of his arrival, we were able to donate a far infrared heated pet bed to BC SPCA North Peace Branch through our Paw-it-Forward partnership with Roxy, a Bengal adventure cat. As luck would have it, Jenkins recovered in the bed and continues to enjoy it with his forever family.

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Lou’s journey back to health: How far infrared heat supports her fibromyalgia pain management

Thermotex recently had the pleasure of connecting with Lou (pictured far right with her friend Nancy and husband Dave), and we’re honoured to share her thankful message. Lou is a 73-year-old mother of three great kids and a grannie to nine. Learn more about Lou’s story:

“The last hike I did was when I was 48 to The Lions
overlooking Vancouver. A few months later, my health started to seriously
deteriorate. After months of going from doctor to doctor looking for help,

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Meet Hannah, a music therapist who regained the relief and freedom to pursue her dreams with Thermotex

Thermotex recently connected with Hannah, a talented and inspiring young woman who uses her musical gifts to provide therapy to others. After experiencing a car accident in 2016, Hannah suffered with constant back pain that made work, university, sports, and her greatest passion – music – a struggle. We feel so grateful to share Hannah’s story. Learn more about her journey with pain and how Thermotex gave her the freedom to reconnect with what she loves most.

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A chance worth taking: How far infrared heat provided Rachel relief and hope after years of pain

Thermotex recently received a message of gratitude from Rachel, and it warms our hearts to share her experience. After suffering with intense, chronic pain for years as a result of cancer, chronic neuropathy and Scheuermann’s disease, Rachel took a chance on the Thermotex Platinum heating pad. Learn more about Rachel’s journey with pain and how Thermotex gave her hope for days ahead:

“Up until about two weeks ago, I was ready to throw in the towel on life.

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