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photoHinged Knee Support
A Wrap Around Knee Support with hinges is now available from CMO Inc, Barberton, Ohio. The 1/8-inch-thick support features an easy-on/easy-off design, two movable/ removable felt buttresses that provide patellar stabilization, an open popliteal design, and anterior closures with opposing hook-and-loop straps. Hinges with 180-degree movement are set in enclosed, reinforced DermaDry™ pockets; this material allows perspiration to evaporate while retaining heat. (800) 344-0011; www.cmo-inc.com


photoPower Wheelchair
The Chairman 2K power wheelchair from Permobil, Lebanon, Tenn, features an independent suspension system on the front-drive wheels and dual-direction suspension on the rear casters for greater stability, durability, and performance. It offers accessible batteries, and three different seating systems: the Corpus™, the Stander™, and the MPSB™. (800) 736-0925; www.permobil.com


photoElbow Orthosis
The SP Dynamic Range of Motion Elbow Orthosis by DeRoyal Industries, Powell, Tenn, addresses joint stiffness and soft-tissue contractures of the elbow with low-load, prolonged-stretch therapy. Features include both flexion and extension therapy in one unit, and a liner that helps keep skin dry. Adjustable range of motion stops can be set to limit flexion or extension, or used for static progressive therapy. Tension is easy to set and release, and the straps offer simple donning and doffing. (800) 251-9864; www.deroyal.com


photoMonitor for Wheelchair-Bound Patients
Senior Technologies, Lincoln, Neb, gives caregivers another option for monitoring fall-risk patients and people in wheelchairs. The TABS® Easy-Clip wheelchair bracket easily clips onto the back of a wheelchair or Merry Walker for patient monitoring. (800) 824-2996; www.seniortechnologies.com  


photoBariatric Treatment System
PaceSaver/Leisure-Lift Inc, Kansas City, Kan, offers the Ultima 60 Obese Treatment System for patients weighing up to 600 pounds. The Ultima has a UL2601DC electric actuator system for multiple nursing environments, ease of use for caregivers, and improved risk management. Ultima fits persons with a 84-inch head-to-toe length and 48-inch width. The 12-inch power Hi/Lo simplifies patient transfers. The Ultima separates into lightweight components for transport and is available with a pressure-reducing foam mattress and positioning side arms. (800) 255-0285; www.leisure-lift@kc.rr.com


photoPolysomnography System
Sleep-testing product manufacturer Medcare Diagnostics, Buffalo, NY, markets Monet, an ambulatory, 19-channel, full polysomnography system that offers a built-in oximeter, including SaO2, tachogram, and plethysmogram with airflow, respiratory effort, snore vibrations, body position, ECG, EMG, and EEG. Monet connects to personal computers for easy viewing of signal integrity. The unit allows 24-hour-plus recording time, external DC signals that connect to any channel, and user-defined digital filters and sampling rates. (800) 874-0202; www.airsep.com


photoOxygen Concentrator
SeQual, San Diego, introduces the 5 LPM Integra DA™ concentrator and the 10 LPM IntegraTEN DA™ concentrator. The IntegraTEN DA features digital display of the oxygen flow rate and is ideal for high-flow patients. The ATF® core and rotary valve eliminates all solenoid valves, more than 200 other components, and many of the pneumatic and electrical connections found in conventional concentrators. (800) 826-4610; www.sequal.com


photoNatural Hot/Cold
Mother Earth Pillow®, Arnold, Mo, offers the Shoulder Triggerpoint Pillow™. The hot/cold product offers a natural chronic pain management home treatment. The pillow can be used for fibromyalgia, migraines, repetitive stress, rotator cuff injury, and arthritis. (800) 344-2072


photoCervical Strengthener
Silver Mountain, Boulder City, Nev, introduces CerviStrong, a cervical extensor strengthening device. This isotonic/isometric exercise mechanism allows for rotary motion. As muscle strength increases, the range of motion and mobility in the neck also increase. CerviStrong weighs less than two pounds and carries a 3-year warranty on its tubular construction and a 90-day warranty on its foam-covered components. (877) 977-6780; www.cervistrong.com


photoCouch Riser
Standers, Logan, Utah, makes standing or sitting easier with its heavy-duty, gray-plastic furniture risers. The wide, deep base of each riser fits all bed and couch feet. Risers are stackable, raising furniture 3, 4, or 5 inches. One set of eight can raise a piece of furniture up to 5 inches, or two pieces of furniture 3 and 4 inches. Nonskid pads protect furniture and the floor. (800) 506-9901; www.stander.com.


photoO2 Conserver
AirSep Corporation, Buffalo, NY, introduces ImPulse Elite, a 12-setting, every-breath oxygen conserving device. The unit offers two delivery modes for maximum saturation and ambulation time. In Mode A, conservation is 6:1; in Mode B, conservation is 3:1. One “D”-size alkaline battery allows up to 18 months in Mode A or 10 months in Mode B. The unit weighs 24 ounces and is available with a carrying case. (800) 874-0202; www.airsep.com


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