Walker
Graham-Field, Atlanta, Ga, introduces the Lumex® FoldAway Onyx Walker. The FoldAway is easy to assemble and disassemble, folding to a fraction of its assembled size, ready for storage or transport. Other features include: bungee-cord legs that fold and unfold easily and quickly, a dual lever release mechanism that requires little dexterity to operate and allows the user to fold each walker side independently. The FoldAway's finished aluminum frame is durable and lightweight at only 6 pounds. The FoldAway features a maximum weight capacity 300 pounds and a limited lifetime warranty.
800-347-5678
www.grahamfield.com
Scooter
Pride Mobility Products, Exeter, Pa, offers the Victory 9 scooter. The Victory 9 delivers high-performance operation and a feature-rich design. Features include one-hand disassembly, low-profile tires, a backlit battery gauge, and wraparound delta tiller. A long-lasting, high-intensity LED headlight offers pathway illumination. The Victory 9 includes pinchless hinges and eight-position seat rotation, and can hold up to 325 pounds.
(800) 800-8586
www.pridemobility.com
Oxygen Filling System
Responsive Respiratory Inc, St Louis, offers the Cyl-Fil™ Oxygen System—a user-friendly method for patients to refill their own portable oxygen cylinders at home within 15 minutes. The patient attaches an interlocking empty Cyl-Fil M6 cylinder to the patent-pending control regulator/valve connection on a standard oxygen supply cylinder. This connection accepts only the Cyl-Fil cylinder to ensure oxygen purity. The valve never allows the cylinder to completely empty; therefore, contamination cannot enter the Cyl-Fil portable cylinder. The system automatically regulates the filling speed, stops filling when the cylinder reaches 2,100 psi, and stops filling and shuts off if a patient accidentally loosens or removes the cylinder during the filling cycle. Cyl-Fil can fill and top off M6 size cylinders, plus provide emergency O2.
(866) 333-4030
www.respondo2.com
Software Solution
Brightree, Duluth, Ga, offers the Brightree software solution. With Brightree, get paid faster, manage inventory better, and receive live support 24-7. A secure, hassle-free Internet platform enables Brightree to process electronic claims, update price tables, backup data, install upgrades, and more. A flat monthly fee includes inventory, bar code, scheduling, retail, document imaging and integration for paperless CMNs, and more!
(888) 598-7797
www.brightree.com
Foot Beds
Poly-gel, Whippany, NJ, introduces the HealixCare™ line of breathable and lightweight foot beds. The HealixCare foot beds are available in three different levels of support. The foot beds are antimicrobial and antiodor. HealixCare breathable foot beds feature a lightweight, shock-absorbing material called VEVA™ that is placed between a supportive shell and a high-quality top cover. VEVA, Ventilated EVA, is an antifatigue material that dynamically molds to the foot for enhanced function and greater biomechanical results. This material provides attenuation supporting the kinetic chain. VEVA is heat moldable and available with or without a top cover. HealixCare breathable foot beds are offered in seven different shells with varying levels of support.
(866) 438-2297
www.healixcare.com
Personal Oxygen System
Sequal, San Diego, now offers the Eclipse® 2 with AutoSAT™ technology. The personal ambulatory oxygen system offers 3 LPM of continuous-flow and pulse dose options. AutoSAT adjusts to the patient's respiratory rate, providing performance without limiting available oxygen. The auto-recharge power cartridge enables easy movement between AC and DC power outlets without interruption of oxygen therapy—allowing longer excursion times, even overnight travel. The Eclipse 2 eliminates the fear of running out of oxygen and gives patients peace of mind.
(800) 826-4610
www.sequal.com
Nasal Mask
Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, Irvine, Calif, offer the small and quiet Zest™ Nasal Mask. Easy to fit, the Zest nasal mask offers an innovative design that combines the easy-clip silicone seal and advanced air diffuser with proven technology that makes this mask perform so well. Simple to both use and seal, the Zest nasal mask offers improved patient comfort.
(800) 446-3908
www.fphcare.com
Power Wheelchair
Quantum Rehab®, a division of Pride Mobility Products, Exeter, Pa, introduces the new Q614 power wheelchair. The Q614 combines performance and maneuverability in a package at a good value. Enhanced in-line motors and advanced ATX suspension make the Q614 truly innovative. The Q614 is fully compatible with a broad range of seating and electronics options, including the new Q-Logic NE and NE+ controllers. The Q614 also offers coverage in the group 3 standard, single power, and multiple power codes.
(800) 800-8586
www.pridemobility.com
Foot Orthotic
Sroufe Healthcare Products, LLC, Ligonier, Ind, introduces the new Sher-Sport™, a high-performance foot orthotic for maximum protection and cushioning in high-impact environments. The Sher-Sport is perfect for individuals who are very active or who remain on their feet for the majority of the day. The Sher-Sport offers high-energy return after absorbing the high impact from each heel strike for an "extra" spring. The Sher-Sport is high rebound polyurethane, and the top cover is treated with Sroufe's antimicrobial polyester fabric, which increases product life and reduces odor. The forefoot area is thick and is good for shoes with a large toe box such as sneakers or work boots—it is not recommended for dress shoes. Sher-Sport is available in women's shoe sizes 5-13, men's sizes 6-13, and European sizes 36-46.
(260) 894-4171
www.sroufe.com
Nebulizer
Philips Respironics, Murrysville, Pa, offers the SideStream™ Plus breath-enhanced nebulizer. The SideStream Plus features an easy-action inspiratory valve that opens on inspiration to boost medication delivery and closes on exhalation, preserving medication and reducing waste. Significantly less pressure is required to open the inspiratory valve compared to other breath-enhanced nebulizers, making treatments easier for pediatric and elderly patients. Its proven SideStream five-jet venturi design provides a high respirable fraction and shortens treatment times. SideStream Plus partners with Sami the Seal, the child-friendly character mask, and incorporates a vent design that blows medication away from the eyes, minimizing ocular deposition of aerosol medications during treatment.
(800) 345-6443
www.respironics.com
Spinal Bracen
Bell-Horn Orthopedics, Carmel, Ind, offers the Spine Brace, the first product in the OrthoArmorMST line of modular spinal therapy braces. This brace, like the rest of the Modular Spinal Therapy braces, is a retail packaged item; it features a patented five-to-one biomechanical closing system anyone can operate. The Spine Brace is an affordable lumbar orthosis, which is DMERC and Medicare approved. It comes in a variety of sizes, from small to 3X, and can fit waists from 25 inches up to 55 inches. As a result of the patented pulley system, this brace easily and comfortably conforms and contours to each patient with a single pull.
(800) 226-4799
www.bell-horn.com
Skin Protection Cushion
Blue Chip Medical Products, Suffern, NY, offers the GRZ adjustable skin protection cushion. The GRZ is a dynamic adjustable air bladder system consisting of three individual air cell chambers, which redistribute pressure and adjust to body weight and position. The GRZ is good for patients with a moderate to high risk of skin breakdown who require significant postural support. The GRZ allows correct posture, proper alignment, and trunk stability as well as adjustments for pelvic obliquities. The GRZ does not require a pump for adjustment. An adjustable strap secures the cushion to a wheelchair.
(800) 795-6115
www.bluechipmedical.com
Harness System
Second Step Inc, Eugene, Ore, offers the Inline Gait Harness System®—a functional training system that allows individuals to perform standing or walking activities in a safe and effective environment. Uniquely different from the Original Gait Harness System® (GHS), the IGHS has dedicated rear casters for patients who need the GHS to move in a locked-in, straightforward direction. The IGHS is intended for individuals who are challenged because of side-to-side movements while they are trying to walk straightforward. The IGHS allows caregivers to assist their patients with land-based walking activities.
(541) 337-5790
www.secondstepinc.com
Head Scarf
ABonita Scarf, Merritt Island, Fla, was founded in 2007 when Bonita Schamp, a recovering cancer patient, was undergoing chemotherapy and noticed a void in the marketplace for fashionable and functional headpieces. The result was the design of ABonita Scarf, four-in-one head scarves, which can be worn four different ways by all ages and genders, with adjustable headbands that snap.
(321) 432-3390
www.abonitascarf.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. 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. The flexible, lightweight tubing allows for multiple sleeping positions, including on the side and back.
(858) 746-2400
www.resmed.com
Microfiber Compression Hosiery
ITA-MED Co, San Francisco, introduces the latest creation in its Graduated Compression Hosiery line—the microfiber knee and thigh highs with compression 25 to 30 mm Hg. The microfiber compression hosiery comes in open and closed toe versions. These new stockings are made from soft, silky, and gentle, yet very strong microfiber, which makes them easy to put on and off. The stockings have been under development for many years.
(888) 9-ITA-MED
www.itamed.com
CPAP System
ResMed Corp, Poway, Calif, introduces the new S8™ Series II with Easy-Breathe. The S8 II features a whisper-quiet motor and natural, comfortable waveform, making it the quietest device range available. With improved EPR, the S8 II delivers comfort in a compact design to suit the lifestyle of a patient and their bed partner. The nearly silent operation of the Easy-Breathe motor helps to improve compliance and patient satisfaction. ResMed's S8 Series II includes the S8 Escape™ II, S8 Elite™ II, S8 AutoSet™ II, and VPAP™ Auto.
(800) 424-0737
www.resmed.com
Premoistened Wipes
Professional Disposables International Inc, Orangeburg, NY, introduces new package graphics and color scheme for its line of skin antiseptic and patient care products. The products are more easily identifiable by featuring an illustration of the prep pad, swabstick, or towelette, so the health care professional can quickly identify the type of applicator. In addition, the improved labeling better communicates proper use, storage, and disposal information. This is a packaging change only. All PDI Inc brands will retain the same formulations for infection control and prevention as well as hand sanitation and surface disinfection.
(845) 365-1700
www.pdipdi.com
Vehicle Seat Lift
Bruno Independent Living Aids, Oconomowoc, Wis, now offers the Compact Lift-Up Seat. A specially designed, fully powered automotive seat that rotates out of the vehicle to a desired height from the ground, the Compact Lift-Up Seat can be installed in several Toyota and Lexus models. The Compact Lift-Up Seat is an option for those who have difficulty getting in and out of today's vehicles. While it comes in a standard black fabric, it is also available with optional fabrics and leather to match the vehicle interior. Meeting all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards, the Compact Lift-Up Seat has a weight capacity of 330 pounds. The original factory seat belt retains its functionality, and the vehicle is not altered with the installation of the Compact Lift-Up Seat.
(262) 567-4990
www.bruno.com
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