Covered Spoon
Maddak Inc, Wayne, NJ, offers a covered spoon as a part of the company's Ableware® independent living line. The spoon features a lid that covers nearly two thirds of the spoon bowl to help keep food in place and minimize spills. Designed for children and adults with tremors, limited coordination, and/or upper extremity weakness, the covered spoon can be used with liquids, soups, and small foods such as corn, rice, and peas. The covered spoon comes apart for easy cleaning and is dishwasher safe on the top rack.
(973) 628-7600
www.maddak.com
Tilt-In-Space Wheelchair
PDG Product Design Group, Vancouver, BC, offers the Fuze T50 tilt-in-space wheelchair. The single-pivot tilt design, placed coincidently with the occupant's center of gravity, contributes to easy tilt, regardless of client weight. The use of a well-balanced manual tilt mechanism benefits both patients and caregivers. The reduced effort needed to adjust patient position improves caregiver safety and facilitates ease of patient management. The Fuze T50 is one of several configurations available in a series of chairs with the ability to convert from one wheelchair configuration to another. Patients often have considerable difficulty getting used to a new wheelchair as their needs change. The Fuze series of wheelchairs are adaptable to changing client needs with the use of a Fuze conversion kit for one-third of the price of purchasing a new wheelchair. PDG's Fuze T50 manual tilt-in-space wheelchair took top honors in the Rehabilitation and Assistive-technology Products category at the 2008 Medical Design Excellence Awards.
(888) 858-4422
www.pdgmobility.com
Full Face Mask
Hans Rudolph, Shawnee, Kan, introduces the V2 Mask. The V2 is designed from years of feedback from patients, sleep professionals, respiratory therapists, family care doctors, and HME providers. The silicone rubber V2 Mask uses new seal technology to increase patient satisfaction. The new V2 airtight, leak-free seal fits a wider variety of face geometries while still providing the comfort people have come to expect from a Hans Rudolph mask.
(800) 456-6695
www.rudolphkc.com
Nasal Pillow System
ResMed Corp, Poway, Calif, introduces the new Swift™ LT nasal pillows system. The system is designed to provide comfort and stability for effective therapy. The system weighs 2.3 ounces, and its vents disperse air away from the patient and bed partner, for a quiet and comfortable night's sleep. The Swift LT features a patented rotating barrel, which can be adjusted to accommodate various nasal features for a customized fit. The dual-wall nasal pillows sit on a flexible pillow base to ensure a secure, comfortable seal. The pillows seal softly on contact and gently diffuse airflow through the nasal passage, resulting in fewer symptoms of dryness. Soft, flexible, and stable headgear sits lightly on the face to minimize facial marks and expands to accommodate a wide range of facial features. For added convenience, the flexible, lightweight tubing (with optional tube retainer) allows for multiple sleeping positions, including on the side and back.
(858) 746-2400
www.resmed.com
Stair Lift
Bruno Independent Living Aids, Oconomowoc, Wis, introduces the Electra-Ride Elite Stairlift (Model SRE-2010), the most "feature-rich" accessibility product in the company's history. The new Electra-Ride Elite is equipped with two 12-volt batteries that are continuously powered through a small battery charger that plugs into any household outlet. The Elite provides uninterrupted performance, even during a temporary failure of electrical service to the home. With a rated weight capacity of 400 pounds, and sensors that detect any obstacles on the stairs, the carriage and seat move up and down the staircase with power and efficiency. The new offset swivel seat makes the entry and exit position safer and easier than ever.
Representing more than a decade of research and engineering, the refinements in the new Elite include a honeycomb rail design for improved stability, and visual coded diagnostics to instantly analyze the unit's operational status. Offering a streamlined, ultracompact design, its vertical straight rail installs to within 6 inches (152 mm) from the wall. And, with seat height, footrest height, and armrest width all adjustable, Bruno's signature new stairlift provides comfort and flexibility.
(262) 567-4990
www.bruno.com
Gel Face Mask
Respironics Inc, Murrysville, Pa, has announced the addition of the company's first full-face gel mask, ComfortGel™ Full, to its Comfort Series™ of masks. With a new design and popular components, the ComfortGel Full mask brings the comfort and seal benefits of Respironics' gel technology to full-face mask wearers, while offering a replaceable cushion design to providers. For easier adjustment, Respironics has enhanced the forehead cushion and the StabilitySelector®—both of which combine with the blue gel replaceable cushion to create stability. The sure seal technology (SST™) flap provides a membrane-thin layer over the gel cushion to follow the contours of the face, allowing wearers to achieve a comfortable seal. For nighttime mobility, the swivel quick release tabs easily disconnect the hose from the mask, while the ball-and-socket Quick Clips™ allow for free movement and easy mask removal.
The removable gel cushion, improved seal, and easy-to-clean design also make the ComfortGel Full mask suitable for a sleep lab setting. A DuoPack™ replacement kit offers two same-size cushions, allowing for easier stocking and supply replacement.
(800) 345-6443
www.respironics.com
TENS System
American Imex, Irvine, Calif, offers the PainCare One-Touch™ system to meet the requirements for a cost-contained TENS solution. The PainCare One-Touch meets business needs, yet allows the patient to self-administer their TENS setup and treatments as easily as they would a glucose meter or blood pressure monitor. The PainCare One-Touch features a new design that simplifies the TENS application with one-touch setup and timed-dose treatments. This is combined with a user-friendly comprehensive patient application and use guide that walks the user through every step of the process to quickly administer pain-relieving therapy. The patient has access to a free user information Web site to get helpful hints and tips for electrode use and care. PainCare One-Touch is packaged in a retail-focused clear clamshell package to display the unit and its contents to the buyer. PainCare One-Touch cuts the cost of patient fitting and instruction, follow-up visits, and customer service calls, increasing TENS profitability.
(800) 521-8286
www.americanimex.com
Nebulizer
Respironics Inc, Murrysville, Pa, introduces a new portable nebulizer, which the company says is half the size of other common portables. The MicroElite Compressor Nebulizer System serves patients who need aerosol delivery treatment of respiratory and nonrespiratory diseases. MicroElite is the company's smallest compressor nebulizer system. The palm-sized compressor provides treatments in as little as 8 minutes, and can be powered by three sources—AC, car adapter, and battery. MicroElite is suitable for both pediatric and adult use. Paired with the Micro Plus™ reusable nebulizer, and designed specifically for this compressor, it can be used either as a handheld device or as a tabletop unit by attaching the tubing included with the system. An optional lithium polymer battery powers the MicroElite for up to 60 minutes between charges. Developed from advancing cell phone technology, this small, gel-filled battery is an evolution from more common lithium ion designs, reducing leakage risks and providing stability in over-voltage and high-temperature conditions.
(800) 345-6443
www.respironics.com
Software
Fastrack Healthcare Systems Inc, Plainview, NY, offers an educational program designed to help teach clients how to optimize the use of the Fastrack software to reduce operating costs. This will be supplemented through the Fastrack Newsletter, e-mails, user group meetings, and WebEx online training sessions. In order to survive competitive bidding, DMEPOS employees will need to know how to use their software to reduce overhead and maximize efficiency.
Fastrack's key features eliminate the order confirmation process through providing drivers' cellular PDAs, automated scheduling of recurring supply orders, automatic posting of electronic remittance notices, order and billing edits, document storage and retrieval, sending and receiving of a fax from the user's desktop, and the managing of contractual and special pricing.
(800) 520-2325
www.onlyfastrack.com
Shower/Tub Systems
Symmons, Braintree, Mass, offers the Visu-Temp® with Clear-Vue™ shower and tub/shower systems. With its ergonomic design and easy-to-read display, Visu-Temp with Clear-Vue makes it possible to achieve the perfect temperature for any shower or bath. Thanks to Symmons' unique pressure-balancing technology, "shower shock," the unpleasant temperature spikes that can occur when water is run in another part of the house, is virtually eliminated. Every Visu-Temp system features a solid brass, bronze, and stainless steel piston-style pressure-balancing valve that automatically adjusts to equalize the hot and cold water pressure. Additionally, the Visu-Temp with Clear-Vue system features a handle limit stop screw so that a safe maximum temperature level can be set.
(800) 796-6667
www.symmons.com
Three-Wheel Scooter
Pride Mobility, Exeter, Pa offers the Victory® 10 three-wheel scooter. The Victory 10 delivers high performance operation, one-hand feather-touch disassembly, an auto-connecting front-to-rear harness, and a 350-pound weight capacity. With a full complement of advanced standard features like backlit battery gauge and wraparound delta tiller, the Victory 10 three-wheel scooter uses lightweight, nonmarking tires, manufactured exclusively for Pride. A traditional foam-filled tire is rigid and inflexible whereas these state of the art tires have some give, just like an air-filled tire, for a smoother, more comfortable ride.
(800) 800-8586
www.pridemobility.com
Mattresses and Overlays
James Consolidated Inc, Walnut Creek, Calif, manufactures the patented Volkner Turning System—therapeutic low air loss mattresses and overlays for the treatment of pressure sores. Available in America and worldwide, the mattresses are ideal in the acute, long term, and home care settings. With the addition of bariatric mattresses and digital control units, the company offers a broad spectrum of quality support surfaces that are cost effective, durable, portable, and lightweight.
(800) 884-3317
www.volkner.com
Ventilator
Dräger Medical, Telford, Pa, announces the launch of its newest ventilator, the Carinahome, into the US market. The Carinahome's design enables caregivers to support patients' ongoing conditions away from clinical settings. Providing both invasive and noninvasive ventilation, the new unit enables greater independence and choice of care settings for many patients with respiratory disorders.
(800) 437-2437
www.draeger-medical.com
CPAP System
VIASYS, Yorba Linda, Calif, has unveiled its new BreatheX™ Journey CPAP, newly constructed to be as unobtrusive as possible. The system provides CPAP pressures from 5 cm to 12 cm H2O. A rechargeable battery powers the BreatheX, providing 12 hours of use at 10 cm H20. Ramp and altitude compensation, as well as both a 21-inch hose and a 72-inch hose, add comfort and convenience to the product. The system is compatible with a variety of masks and nasal pillow systems, including other VIASYS products.
(866) 885-4131
www.viasyshealthcare.com
Portable Oxygen
SeQual Technologies Inc, San Diego, offers the Eclipse Oxygen System. The Eclipse provides 3 lpm of continuous flow oxygen therapy. The telescoping handle cart facilitates movement in or outside the home. The internal auto-recharge power cartridge enables easy movement between AC and DC power outlets without interruption of oxygen therapy, allowing longer excursion times as well as overnight travel. The Eclipse eliminates the fear of running out of oxygen and gives patients peace of mind.
(800) 826-4610
www.eclipseoxygen.com
Hinged Elevated Toilet Seat
Maddak LLC, Pequannock, NJ, offers the Bath Safe hinged elevated toilet seat, featuring a seat riser made of two parts hinged together. The seat elevates seating position by 4 inches and can be lifted in the same manner as a standard toilet seat, allowing easier cleaning. The product is installed using your own toilet seat and lid to minimally alter appearance. More information and a copy of the latest ABLEWARE®/BATH SAFE™ Home Healthcare Catalog are available.
(973) 628-7600
www.maddak.com
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