Patient care equipment/supplies.INCONTINENCE CARE BRIEFS, DISPOSABLE Basta Incontinence: Lawrenceville, GA Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines Des Moines, city, United States Des Moines (dĭ moin`), city (1990 pop. 193,187), state capital and seat of Polk co., S central Iowa, at the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers; inc. , IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 First Quality Products, Inc. Great Neck, NY Contact: Sima Delafraz Ph. 516-829-3030 Fax 516-829-4949 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hospital Specialty Company Cleveland, OH Contact: Todd Carlson Ph. 800-321-9832 Fax 800-362-0073 Humanicare International, Inc. East Brunswick, NJ Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL NCS (Network Call Signaling) CableLabs version of MGCP. See MGCP/MEGACO. NCS - Network Computing System: Apollo's RPC system used by DEC and Hewlett-Packard.The protocol has been adopted by OSF. HealthCare: Concord, NH Contact: Wayne Morrow Ph. 603-224-6867 Fax 603-224-6252 Web: www.ncshealth.com NeighborCare: Baltimore, MD Ph. 410-752-2600 Fax 888-872-3030 NeighborCare is one of the industry's largest providers of post-acute services to longterm care, assisted living as·sist·ed living n. A living arrangement in which people with special needs, especially older people with disabilities, reside in a facility that provides help with everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication. and other healthcare facilities, physicians, residents and patients. Through an integrated network A network that supports both data and voice and/or different networking protocols. See converged network and new public network. , all of our services can be combined into an efficient, seamless delivery of care. NeighborCare coordinates activities, care and services that impact residents' well being, and achieve the balance between the delivery of quality, cost-effective care and customer satisfaction. Efficiently designed, these services help attain clinical, fiscal and administrative goals, and positions long-term care long-term care (LTC), n the provision of medical, social, and personal care services on a recurring or continuing basis to persons with chronic physical or mental disorders. and managed care customers for success under the Prospective Payment System (PPS (Packets Per Second) The measurement of activity in a local area network (LAN). In LANs such as Ethernet, Token Ring and FDDI, as well as the Internet, data is broken up and transmitted in packets (frames), each with a source and destination address. ). Services include: Long-Term Care Pharmacy; Medical Supply and Services; Infusion Services; Home Medical Equipment; Respiratory Services and Consulting Services. Clinical support, training and education is available to facility staff for each service offered. Paper-Pak Products, Inc. LaVerne, CA Contact: Jana Garcia Ph. 909-392-1200 Fax 909-392-1267 Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Dunbridge, OH Contact: Terri McNamara Ph. 800-467-3224 Fax 419-352-8340 SCA (Single Connector Attachment) An 80-pin plug and socket used to connect peripherals. With a SCSI drive, it rolls three cables (power, data channel and ID configuration) into one connector for fast installation and removal. Hygiene Products Eddystone, PA Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-992-9939 Fax 610-499-3396 Stanford Professional Products Corporation: Pennsauken, NJ Whitestone: Bloomington, IN Ph. 812-332-3703 Fax 812-333-3270 BRIEFS, REUSABLE A-T A-T Ataxia Telangiectasia (form of muscular weakness) Surgical Mfg. Co., Inc.: Holyoke, MA Allegiance Hospitex McDonough, GA Contact: Customer Service Ph. 770-957-1211 Fax 770-957-1888 Calderon Textiles Indianapolis, IN Contact: Sam Calderon Ph. 317-298-1995 Fax 317-388-4200 Email: info@calderontextiles.com Web: www.calderontextiles.com Geri-Care Products: Middlesex, NJ Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Humanicare International, Inc. East Brunswick, NJ McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Meal-I-Pant, Inc.: Champlain, NY Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Dunbridge, OH Contact: Terri McNamara Ph. 800-467-3224 Fax 419-352-8340 Vintex, Inc.: Mount Forest, ON CATHETERS Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Kathleen Bowley Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Coloplast Corp. is committed to helping those with incontinence lead normal lives. Completely latex-free, the Conveen Security+ line includes male external catheters, intermittent catheters, leg bags and absorbent absorbent /ab·sor·bent/ (-sor´bent) 1. able to take in, or suck up and incorporate. 2. a tissue structure involved in absorption. 3. a substance that absorbs or promotes absorption. products. Conveen male external catheters are an effective alternative to absorbent products and include one-piece, self-adhesive versions and two-piece versions that include a doublesided adhesive strip. All Conveen external catheters feature an anti-kink port to prevent backflow backflow /back·flow/ (-flo) reflux or regurgitation (1). pyelovenous backflow drainage from the renal pelvis into the venous system occurring under certain conditions of back pressure. of urine. Conveen intermittent catheters are sterile and feature a frosted surface and smooth round tip for ease of insertion. Lateral eyelets maximize drainage. Available in female, straight and curved styles. Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hollister, Inc. Libertyville, IL Contact: Jacquie Cash-Ott Ph. 847-680-2172 Kendall: Mansfield, MA Maddak, Inc.: Pequannock, NJ Contact: Susan Mocek Ph. 973-628-7600 Fax 973-305-0841 McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Mentor Corporation: Santa Barbara Santa Barbara (săn'tə bär`brə, –bərə), city (1990 pop. 85,571), seat of Santa Barbara co., S Calif., on the Pacific Ocean; inc. 1850. , CA Orion Medical Products Wheeling, IL Contact: Ken Maltas Ph. 847-537-6560 Fax 847-537-7405 COLLECTION DEVICES Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Kathleen Bowley Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Coloplast Corp. is committed to helping those with incontinence lead normal lives. Under the name Conveen, Coloplast manufactures high-quality urological collection devices that are simple to use, comfortable to wear and reliable under any circumstance. Completely latex-free, the Conveen Security+ line includes male external catheters, intermittent catheters, leg bags and absorbent products. Coloplast also offers a complete line of ostomy ostomy Surgical opening in the body, or the operation creating it, usually to allow discharge of wastes through the abdominal wall. It may be temporary, to relieve strain on damaged organs, or permanent, to replace normal channels congenitally missing or surgically removed products. Cymed Ostomy Co.: Emeryville, CA Contact: Dianne Eastman Ph. 510-652-2961 Fax 510-655-6940 Email: cymed@cymed-ostomy.com Web: www.cymed-ostomy.com The only ostomy appliance that will make residents feel free again! The MicroSkin[R] adhesive barrier is: * Thin and elastic-conforms to the body and stretches * Durable-supports the pouch without belts or tape and prevents leakage * Transparent-allows caregivers to see and assess the health of skin * Breathable-air and perspiration perspiration: see sweat. perspiration Fluid given off by the skin as vapour by simple evaporation or as sweat actively secreted from sweat glands to evaporate and cool the body. pass through easily, but not fluid and bacteria * Waterproof-won't melt in the bath, shower or while swimming The MicroSkin[R] Platinum[R] Series is designed to enhance peristomal skin protection and comfort. Call for a free product trial! Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hollister, Inc. Libertyville, IL Contact: Jacquie Cash-Ott Ph. 847-680-2172 Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Orion Medical Products Wheeling, IL Contact: Ken Maltas Ph. 847-537-6560 Fax 847-537-7405 Providence Spillproof Container Providence, RI Vollrath Group: Gallaway, TN ODOR CONTROL American Sanitary Products, Inc. Crownsville, MD Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. Saint Louis Saint Louis (l  `ĭs), city (1990 pop. 396,685), independent and in no county, E Mo., on the Mississippi River below the mouth of the Missouri; inc. as a city 1822. St. , MO Contact: Sherry L. Brereton Ph. 314-772-4610 Fax 314-772-4613 Email: caretech@swbell.net Web: www.caretechlabs.com Carrington Laboratories, Inc. Irving, TX Contact: Jerry Pyle Ph. 972-518-1300 Fax 972-518-1020 Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Kathleen Bowley Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Available in three pleasing fragrances (Lemon, Fresh Linen and Touch of Spring), Hex-On Odor Antagonist encapsulates odors Odors anosmia Medicine. the absence of the sense of smell; olfactory anesthesia. Also called anosphrasia. — anosmic, adj. halitosis bad breath; an unpleasant odor emanating from the mouth. to remove them on contact. Especially effective on organic, foul, airborne odors resulting from feces, urine, emesis emesis /em·e·sis/ (em´e-sis) vomiting. em·e·sis n. pl. em·e·ses The act or process of vomiting. Emesis The medical term for vomiting. , cancer lesions and gangrene gangrene, local death of body tissue. Dry gangrene, the most common form, follows a disturbance of the blood supply to the tissues, e.g., in diabetes, arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, or destruction of tissue by injury. , Hex-On also works well for general patient-room odors. Just one or two sprays in an average size room eliminates all organic odors for up to four hours. Environmentally safe. Under the name Sween, Coloplast also offers several deodorizing incontinent in·con·ti·nent adj. 1. Lacking normal voluntary control of excretory functions. 2. Lacking sexual restraint; unchaste. cleansers. Diagnostic Ultrasound diagnostic ultrasound n. Use of ultrasound to obtain images for medical diagnostic purposes. Corp. Redmond, WA Environmental Care Center Berlin, MD Contact: Quint K. Unthank Ph. 800-322-1988 Fax 410-641-2139 Email: enviro en·vi·ro n. pl. en·vi·ros Informal An environmentalist. @ezy.net The DE-ODOR ROD[TM] is designed to remove and eliminate biological odors and gases from residence rooms with cancer patients, colostomy bags and catheter patients. The DE-ODOR ROD has shown itself as an excellent solution to odor control for soiled utility rooms, soiled and garbage containers, smoke rooms, bathrooms and bed rails. Easy to install and maintain, the DE-ODOR ROD with its slot-ventured intake design and its negative ionic charge Noun 1. ionic charge - the charge on an ion is equal to a constant charge e multiplied by an integer from 1 to 15 constant - a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context; "the velocity of light is a constant" actually attracts and adsorbs the positive charge, gaseous gas·e·ous adj. 1. Of, relating to, or existing as a gas. 2. Full of or containing gas; gassy. molecules at the source, therefore, restoring and improving the indoor air quality Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) deals with the content of interior air that could affect health and comfort of building occupants. The IAQ may be compromised by microbial contaminants (mold, bacteria), chemicals (such as carbon monoxide, radon), allergens, or any mass or energy stressor and the occupational environment. The DE-ODOR ROD contains 100% natural non-toxic minerals and emits no fragrances or chemicals. Recharge the DE-ODOR ROD by simply placing in outside sunshine and then reuse. Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon Mount Vernon, estate, United States Mount Vernon, NE Va., overlooking the Potomac River near Alexandria, S of Washington, D.C.; home of George Washington from 1747 until his death in 1799. , NY Global Biotechnologies, Inc.: Portland, ME GOJO Industries, Inc.: Akron, OH Contact: Patricia Groziak Ph. 800-321-9647 Fax 330-920-0927 Email: groziakp@gojo.com Web: http://staywell.gojo.com GOJO Industries, Inc., manufactures PROVON[R] Brand Skin Care Systems for Handwashing, Hand Sanitizing, Bathing, Perineal perineal /peri·ne·al/ (-ne´al) pertaining to the perineum. Perineal The diamond-shaped region of the body between the pubic arch and the anus. Care and Skin Moisturizing, as well as convenient dispensing systems for the healthcare market. PROVON Brand products are specially formulated to help control infection and maintain healthy skin for caregivers and their patients. Also from GOJO is PURELL[R] Brand Instant Hand Sanitizer sanitizer a sanitizing product capable of cleaning and disinfecting; usually a formulation containing a disinfectant and a detergent. , which kills 99.99% of most common germs in as little as 15 seconds and contains moisturizers moisturizers hydroscopic agents, applied to the skin and hair, as creams, rinses or shampoos, to increase hydration of the stratum corneum. Examples are propylene glycol, glycerine and lactate. to condition skin. Since 1946, GOJO has pursued a commitment to creating well-being through hand hygiene and healthy skin. Our Research and Development laboratories are recognized internationally for their innovations in skin care. GOJO products are components of specialized regimens for unique skin care needs in diverse workplaces. All of our products are guaranteed for quality and satisfaction. Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hospital Specialty Company Cleveland, OH Contact: Todd Carlson Ph. 800-321-9832 Fax 800-362-0073 Humanicare International, Inc. East Brunswick, NJ McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Monticello Drug Company Jacksonville, FL Contact: Michael Collins Michael Collins is the name of:
Ph. 800-735-0666 Fax 904-388-6307 Vaportek, Inc.: Sussex, WI X-O Corporation: Dallas, TX Contact: Chuck Heist Ph. 214-388-5590 Fax 214-388-7140 PADS, DISPOSABLE AmeriCare Health Products, Inc. Marion, IL Contact: Linda Reichert Ph. 618-993-1875 Fax 618-993-6592 Email: americare@midamer.net Your solution to the spread of pathogens and biohazard bi·o·haz·ard n. 1. A biological agent, such as a virus or a condition that constitutes a threat to humans, especially in biological research or experimentation. 2. waste disposal in the incontinence market! AmeriCare[TM] Health Products, Inc., is a step ahead of the competition with a revolutionary technology in incontinence pads with their patent pending product, flushSafe. The clean air act will cause disposal obstacles that AmeriCare's flushSafe can eliminate by flushing your problems away. Totally biodegradable and flushable, flushSafe is the answer to hazard at risk; liable to suffer damage or loss. See also: Hazard waste disposal barriers. A completely flushable incontinence pad. Please contact AmeriCare at the number listed above for additional information. Basta Incontinence: Lawrenceville, GA Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Kathleen Bowley Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Designed to manage slight leakage of urine as well as the dribbling incontinence that often follows prostate surgery, Conveen Drip Collectors provide both security and comfort. Invisible under clothing, they attach easily to underwear or to net pants, forming a discreet pouch that can absorb up to 3 ounces of urine. Gelling action absorbs odor for complete peace of mind. First Quality Products, Inc. Great Neck, NY Contact: Sima Delafraz Ph. 516-829-3030 Fax 516-829-4949 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hospital Specialty Company Cleveland, OH Contact: Todd Carlson Ph. 800-321-9832 Fax 800-362-0073 Humanicare International, Inc. East Brunswick, NJ Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL NCS HealthCare: Concord, NH Contact: Wayne Morrow Ph. 603-224-6867 Fax 603-224-6252 Web: www.ncshealth.com Paper-Pak Products, Inc. LaVerne, CA Contact: Jana Garcia Ph. 909-392-1200 Fax 909-392-1267 Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Dunbridge, OH Contact: Terri McNamara Ph. 800-467-3224 Fax 419-352-8340 SCA Hygiene Products Eddystone, PA Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-992-9939 Fax 610-499-3396 SenTech Medical Systems, Inc. Ft. Lauderdale, FL Stanford Professional Products Corporation: Pennsauken, NJ Whitestone: Bloomington, iN Ph. 812-332-3703 Fax 812-333-3270 PADS, REUSABLE A-T Surgical Mfg. Co., Inc.: Holyoke, MA Allegiance Hospitex McDonough, GA Contact: Customer Service Ph. 770-957-1211 Fax 770-957-1888 Calderon Textiles Indianapolis, IN Contact: Sam Calderon Ph. 317-298-1995 Fax 317-388-4200 Email: info@calderontextiles.com Web: www.calderontextiles.com Geri-Care Products: Middlesex, NJ Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Humanicare International, Inc. East Brunswick, NJ McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Med-I-Pant, Inc.: Champlain, NY Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL SCOTT SPECIALTIES, INC.: Belleville, KS Skil-Care Corp.: Yonkers, NY Contact: Arnold Silverman Ph. 800-431-2972 Fax 914-963-2567 Vintex Inc.: Mount Forest, ON ACTIVITY/THERAPY SUPPLIES Activity Products International Omaha, NE Advanced Innovations, Inc.: Omaha, NE BIODEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS: Shirley, NY Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Companion Habitats, Inc. Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, city (1990 pop. 281,140), seat of El Paso co., central Colo., on Monument and Fountain creeks, at the foot of Pikes Peak; inc. 1886. It is a year-round resort and a booming military, technological, and commercial city. , CO Contact: Rob Lowe Ph. 719-540-8884 Fax 719-540-8885 Animal Companionship & Therapy We all, at one time or another, have had family or friends in assisted living homes, nursing homes or retirement communities. At Companion Habitats we are concerned about providing people in these facilities with the opportunity for animal companionship and pet therapy. Companion Habitats, Inc., is the manufacturer of Pet Habitats for birds, small and furry animals, and reptiles reptiles terrestrial or aquatic vertebrates which breathe air through lungs and have a skin covering of horny scales. They are poikilothermic, oviparous or ovoviviparous, and, if they have legs they are short and constructed solely for crawling. . Companion Habitats are highly valued in nursing homes, assisted living communities, private homes, offices, retirement homes and virtually any other location where people can learn from and be nourished nour·ish tr.v. nour·ished, nour·ish·ing, nour·ish·es 1. To provide with food or other substances necessary for life and growth; feed. 2. by the beauty of living animals in a natural environment. The environments are specially constructed to provide maximum viewing area and showcase the beauty of their inhabitants
The game is based loosely on the concepts from SameGame. . Our mobile, self-contained animal displays provide viewing from every angle, and the ventilated ven·ti·late tr.v. ven·ti·lat·ed, ven·ti·lat·ing, ven·ti·lates 1. To admit fresh air into (a mine, for example) to replace stale or noxious air. 2. top enables the beautiful songs of birds to be heard by all. Our large habitats come with a heating and ventilating ventilating Natural or mechanically induced movement of fresh air into or through an enclosed space. The hazards of poor ventilation were not clearly understood until the early 20th century. Expired air may be laden with odors, heat, gases, or dust. system with carbon filter to eliminate annoying odors in your facilities. Companion Radio/Networx Corporation Pittsford, NY FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights Hasbrouck Heights (hăz`br  k), borough (1990 pop. 11,488), Bergen co., NE N.J., a residential suburb adjoining Hackensack; settled c.1685, inc. 1894. , NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Miles Music & Grandfather Clocks Wichita, KS Contact: Frank Chappell Ph. 888-452-0270 Fax 316-652-9494 Nasco: Fort Atkinson Fort Atkinson is the name of three locations in the United States:
Piano Disc[TM] PlanoDisc: Sacramento, CA Contact: Mark Johnston
Mark Johnston (born October 10, 1959) is a racehorse trainer based in Middleham, North Yorkshire, England. In 2004 he won the One Thousand Guineas with Attraction. Ph. 916-567-9999 Fax 916-567-1941 Web: www.pianodisc.com Sound Choice[R] Accompaniment Tracks Charlotte, NC Contact: Terrell Gates Ph. 704-583-1616 Fax 704-583-1871 Standup stand·up or stand-up adj. 1. Standing erect; upright: a standup collar. 2. Taken, done, or used while standing: a standup supper; a standup bar. Gardens: Portsmouth, NH Contact: Paul Harris Paul Harris may refer to:
Ph. 800-867-8263 Fax 603-427-6001 REHABILITATION AMBULATION am·bu·late intr.v. am·bu·lat·ed, am·bu·lat·ing, am·bu·lates To walk from place to place; move about. [Latin ambul AIDS American Innovations, Inc.: Dublin, PA Brown Engineering Corporation Westhampton, MA Contact: Patrick M. Pierce Ph. 800-726-4233 Fax 413-527-3182 Email: bedbar@crocker.com Web: www.bedbar.com The BED-BAR[R] is a sturdy support rail used to help people get in and out of bed. Used at home, in assisted living and nursing facilities, it promotes independent, restraint-free mobility. There are three models available to fit all bed styles. Clients at home like the independence achieved by using the BED-BAR. Nursing home clients enjoy the restraint-free environment afforded from using the product. Nursing facilities throughout the country incorporate the BED-BAR in both their restraint reduction programs and their fall prevention programs. It also helps to reduce staff assistance required and helps reduce worker's comp claims related to patient lifting. It is best suited to those clients who need an enabling device to enhance their independence with bed mobility. Endorsed by nurses and physical and occupational therapists. Used at nursing and rehabilitation centers, and in client homes throughout North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. ! Consumer Care Products, Inc. Sheboygan, WI ConvaQuip Ind., Inc.: Abilene, TX FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Maddak, Inc.: Pequannock, NJ Contact: Susan Mocek Ph. 973-628-7600 Fax 973-305-0841 Merry Walker Corp.: Richmond, IL Contact: Susan Harroun Ph. 815-678-3388 Fax 815-678-3399 SAMMONS[TM]PRESTON AbilityOne Sammons Preston: Bolingbrook, IL Contact: Melinda Newtson Ph. 800-323-5547 Fax 800-547-4333 Email: sp@sammonspreston Web: www.sammonspreston.com SCOTT SPECIALTIES, INC.: Belleville, KS SILIPOS, INC.: Niagara Falls Niagara Falls, waterfall, United States and Canada Niagara Falls, in the Niagara River, W N.Y. and S Ont., Canada; one of the most famous spectacles in North America. The falls are on the international line between the cities of Niagara Falls, N.Y. , NY Smith & Nephew, Inc., Rehabilitation Division Germantown, WI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-558-8633 Fax 800-545-7758 TR Group, Inc.: Glenview, IL Contact: Sharon Grason Ph. 847-724-6600 Fax 847-724-8566 Wenzelite Medical Supply Corp. Brooklyn, NY CAST/BANDAGE PROTECTORS Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Trademark Medical[SM] Trademark Medical: Fenton, MO Contact: Michael T. Barrett Ph. 800-325-9044 Fax 314-349-3294 Email: trademark@worldnet.att.net Web: www.medicom.com/trademark EXERCISERS Battle Creek Battle Creek, city (1990 pop. 53,540), Calhoun co., S Mich., at the confluence of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers; settled 1831, inc. as a city 1859. It is an agricultural trade center known for its cereals. Equipment Company Battle Creek, MI BIODEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS: Shirley, NY Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Neights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Ideal: Broseley, MO Life Plus, Inc.: Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, city (1990 pop. 109,592), seat of Washtenaw co., S Mich., on the Huron River; inc. 1851. It is a research and educational center, with a large number of government and industrial research and development firms, many in high-technology fields such as , MI Maddak, Inc.: Pequannock, NJ Contact: Susan Mocek Ph. 973-628-7600 Fax 973-305-0841 Magister MAGISTER. A master, a ruler, one whose learning and position makes him superior to others, thus: one who has attained to a high degree, or eminence, in science and literature, is called a master; as, master of arts. Corporation: Chattanooga, TN MedDev Corporation: Palo Alto Palo Alto, city, California Palo Alto (păl`ō ăl`tō), city (1990 pop. 55,900), Santa Clara co., W Calif.; inc. 1894. Although primarily residential, Palo Alto has aerospace, electronics, and advanced research industries. , CA Rivers Edge Products, Inc.: Poplar Bluff Poplar Bluff, city (1990 pop. 16,996), seat of Butler co., SE Mo., in the Ozark foothills, on the low bluffs of the Black River near the Ark. line; inc. 1870. It is a trade, shipping, and medical center in a fertile farming area. , MO SAMMONS[TM] PRESTON AbilityOne Sammons Preston: Bolingbrook, IL Contact: Melinda Newtson Ph. 800-323-5547 Fax 800-547-4333 Email: sp@sammonspreston Web: www.sammonspreston.com Smith & Nephew, Inc., Rehabilitation Division Germantown, Wi Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-558-8633 Fax 800-545-7758 LUMBAR lumbar /lum·bar/ (lum´bar) pertaining to the loins. lum·bar adj. Of, near, or situated in the part of the back and sides between the lowest ribs and the pelvis. SUPPORTS A-T Surgical Mfg. Co., Inc.: Holyoke, MA BIODEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS: Shirley, NY Body Care, Inc.: Ball Ground, GA Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Chattanooga Group, Inc.: Hixson, TN CMO CMO See: Collateralized mortgage obligation CMO See collateralized mortgage obligation (CMO). , Inc.: Barberton, OH Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Dunbridge, OH Contact: Terri McNamara Ph. 800-467-3224 Fax 419-352-8340 Restorative Medical, inc. Brandenburg, KY Contact: Karen L. Bonn Ph. 502-422-5454 Fax 502-422-5453 Rinz-L-O Product Co.: Ferndale, MI SCOTT SPECIALTIES, INC.: Belleville, KS Smith & Nephew, Inc., Rehabilitation Division Germantown, WI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-558-8633 Fax 800-545-7758 TETRA tetra: see characin. tetra Any of numerous attractively coloured freshwater South American and African fishes (family Characidae), often kept in home aquariums. Tetras are small, lively, hardy, and unaggressive. Medical Supply Corp.: Niles, IL United Pacific, Inc./Thermoskin Columbia, SC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EQUIPMENT Activeaid, Inc.: Redwood Falls, MN Artec, Inc.: Greenville, SC BAILEY Bailey: Lodi Lodi, city, Italy Lodi (lô`dē), city (1991 pop. 42,250), Lombardy, N Italy, on the Adda River, near Milan. It is an important dairy and light industrial center. , OH Contact: Judie Butler Ph. 800-321-8372 Fax 800-224-5390 Email: baileymfg@attmail.com Web: www.baileymfg.com BIODEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS: Shirley, NY Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 COMPLETE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. Complete Medical Products, Inc. Decatur, GA Contact: Ken McNeely Ph. 800-525-4119 Fax 800-525-4119 Shopping for rehab supplies couldn't be easier! Complete Medical Products offers a unique convenience for the nursing home buyer of Occupational and Physical Therapy products. No need to contact each individual manufacturer when placing orders. One phone call to Complete Medical Products gives you access to more than 150 manufacturers. Save time and money while simplifying your ordering process. With only one purchase order, you can order products from as many manufacturers as you wish, using the manufacturers' catalog numbers to identify the products. One purchase order, one shipment, one invoice, one check. Why not give us a try? Our helpful, friendly staff is ready to help you ease your purchasing hassles today. Consumer Care Products, Inc. Sheboygan, WI Pucci[R] Air Orthotics orthotics /or·thot·ics/ (-iks) the field of knowledge relating to orthoses and their use. or·thot·ics n. D'Mannco, Inc. - Pucci[R] Air Orthotics High Springs, FL Contact: Amy R. McRoberts Ph. 800-454-4101 Fax 800-759-5619 Email: dmannco@worldnet.att.net Web: www.pucciair.com Pucci[R] Air Orthotics, manufactured by D'Mannco, Inc., utilize a patented air inflation system to apply low stretch therapy. The innovative designs offer dynamic, comfortable treatment to fingers, hands, elbows and knees for adults and children. The inflatable addition allows infinite adjustment without removing the orthosis orthosis /or·tho·sis/ (or-tho´sis) pl. ortho´ses [Gr.] an orthopedic appliance or apparatus used to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities or to improve function of movable parts of the body. . The line includes orthotics for contracture contracture /con·trac·ture/ (-cher) abnormal shortening of muscle tissue, rendering the muscle highly resistant to passive stretching. management, pediatrics, rehab and sports injuries Sports Injuries Definition Sports injuries result from acute trauma or repetitive stress associated with athletic activities. Sports injuries can affect bones or soft tissue (ligaments, muscles, tendons). . Pucci[R] Air Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air-T Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air Short Opponens Opponens can refer to:
Pucci[R] Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Rehab Knee Orthosis, Custom-made to patient measurement Pucci[R] Pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Short Opponens Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Patellar patellar of or pertaining to the patella. patellar cartilage a cartilaginous process borne on the medial side of the patella of horses and cattle. Buttress Pucci[R] Patellar Band Pucci[R] EPI EPI exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Strap D'Mannco, Inc., offers customization at no extra charge. We will ship UPS regular ground at no charge. Diagnostic Ultrasound Corp. Redmond, WA Electro-Med Health Industries North Miami North Miami, city (1990 pop. 49,998), Dade co., SE Fla., a growing suburb of Miami, on Biscayne Bay; inc. 1926. It is mainly residential, but has considerable retail development. Manufactures include boats, wooden furniture, and aluminum products. , FL FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Ideal: Broseley, MO LCM (Liquid Crystal Monitor) A flat panel display that uses the liquid crystal (LCD) technology. See flat panel display. Distribution Ltd.: Brandon, MB Magister Corporation: Chattanooga, TN MMAR MMAR Marijuana Medical Access Regulations MMAR Mighty Morphin Alien Rangers (TV Show) MEDICAL GROUP, INC. MMAR Medical Group, Inc. Houston, TX Contact: Chris Dillon Ph. 800-662-7633 Fax 713-469-2818 Email: mmarmedical@earthlink.net Web: www.mmarmedical.com Your long-term care orthotic orthotic /or·thot·ic/ (or-thot´ik) serving to protect or to restore or improve function; pertaining to the use or application of an orthosis. or·thot·ic adj. Of or relating to orthotics. one-stop shop One-Stop Shop A company or a location that offers a multitude of services to a client or a customer. The idea is to provide convenient and efficient service and also to create the opportunity for the company to sell more products to clients and customers. ! MMAR Medical Group, Inc., has manufactured and distributed quality orthotics since 1990. All products are specifically manufactured to address the needs of the long-term care resident and have met our high standards in order to ensure comfort, effectiveness and durability. Our stock includes the lines of most orthotic manufacturers in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , such as Comfy com·fy adj. com·fi·er, com·fi·est Informal Comfortable. comfy Adjective [-fier, -fiest] Informal comfortable Adj. 1. [R] Leeder[TM], M & M[R], Orthosis Corrective Systems[R], Orthotic Rehab[R], P.S.S.[R], Pucci[R], Restorative Care of America[R] and others. Whether our customers are purchasing a few products or many, we have simplified the orthotic business by offering consolidated purchasing at competitive prices. This saves time, money and plenty of paperwork! At MMAR Medical, you'll find all the products, answers and training, complete product catalogues, and outstanding customer service. Restorative Medical, Inc. Brandenburg, KY Contact: Karen L. Bonn Ph. 502-422-5454 Fax 502-422-5453 Romaine, Inc.: Elkhart, IN SAMMONS[TM] PRESTON AbilityOne Sammons Preston: Bolingbrook, IL Contact: Melinda Newtson Ph. 800-323-5547 Fax 800-547-4333 Email: sp@sammonspreston Web: www.sammonspreston.com Smith & Nephew, Inc., Rehabilitation Division Germantown, WI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-558-8633 Fax 800-545-7758 PHYSICAL THERAPY EQUIPMENT Activeaid, Inc.: Redwood Falls, MN Altimate Medical Inc.: Morton, MN BAILEY Bailey: Lodi, OH Contact: Judie Butler Ph. 800-321-8372 Fax 800-224-5390 Email: baileymfg@attmail.com Web: www.baileymfg.com Battle Creek Equipment Company Battle Creek, MI BIODEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS: Shirley, NY Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Chattanooga Group, Inc.: Hixson, TN COMPLETE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. Complete Medical Products, Inc. Decatur, GA Contact: Ken McNeely Ph. 800-525-4119 Fax 800-525-4119 Shopping for rehab supplies couldn't be easier! Complete Medical Products offers a unique convenience for the nursing home buyer of Occupational and Physical Therapy products. No need to contact each individual manufacturer when placing orders. One phone call to Complete Medical Products gives you access to more than 150 manufacturers. Save time and money while simplifying your ordering process. With only one purchase order, you can order products from as many manufacturers as you wish, using the manufacturers' catalog numbers to identify the products. One purchase order, one shipment, one invoice, one check. Why not give us a try? Our helpful, friendly staff is ready to help you ease your purchasing hassles today. Consumer Care Products, Inc. Sheboygan, WI Pucci[R] Air Orthotics D'Mannco, Inc. - Pucci[R] Air Orthotics High Springs, FL Contact: Amy R. McRoberts Ph. 800-454-4101 Fax 800-759-5619 Email: dmannco@worldnet.att.net Web: www.pucciair.com Pucci[R] Air Orthotics, manufactured by D'Mannco, Inc., utilize a patented air inflation system to apply low stretch therapy. The innovative designs offer dynamic, comfortable treatment to fingers, hands, elbows and knees for adults and children. The inflatable addition allows infinite adjustment without removing the orthosis. The line includes orthotics for contracture management, pediatrics, rehab and sports injuries. Pucci[R] Air Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air-T Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air Short Opponens Pucci[R] Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Rehab Knee Orthosis, Custom-made to patient measurement Pucci[R] Pediatric Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Short Opponens Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Patellar Buttress Pucci[R] Patellar Band Pucci[R] EPI Strap D'Mannco, Inc., offers customization at no extra charge. We will ship UPS regular ground at no charge. Direct Supply Healthcare Equipment Milwaukee, WI Ph. 800-634-7328 Fax 800-770-1707 Electro-Med Health Industries North Miami, FL FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY HydroProducts, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control : Cedar Park Cedar Park could refer to
Ideal: Broseley, MO Life Plus, Inc.: Ann Arbor, MI Maddak, Inc.: Pequannock, NJ Contact: Susan Mocek Ph. 973-628-7600 Fax 973-305-0841 Magister Corporation: Chattanooga, TN Med Labs, Inc.: Goleta, CA MMAR Medical Group, Inc. Houston, TX Contact: Chris Dillon Ph. 800-662-7633 Fax 713-469-2818 Email: mmarmedical@earthlink.net Web: www.mmarmedical.com Your long-term care orthotic one-stop shop! MMAR Medical Group, Inc., has manufactured and distributed quality orthotics since 1990. All products are specifically manufactured to address the needs of the long-term care resident and have met our high standards in order to ensure comfort, effectiveness and durability. Our stock includes the lines of most orthotic manufacturers in the United States, such as Comfy[R], Leeder[TM], M & M[R] Orthosis Corrective Systems[R], Orthotic Rehab[R], P.S.S.[R], Pucci[R], Restorative Care of America[R] and others. Whether our customers are purchasing a few products or many, we have simplified the orthotic business by offering consolidated purchasing at competitive prices. This saves time, money and plenty of paperwork! At MMAR Medical, you'll find all the products, answers and training, complete product catalogues, and outstanding customer service. Nor-Am Patient Care Products Lewiston, NY OPTP OPTP Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products OPTP Operability and Performance Test Plan OPTP Option Php : Minneapolis, MN Restorative Medical, Inc. Brandenburg, KY Contact: Karen L. Bonn Ph. 502-422-5454 Fax 502-422-5453 Rich-Mar Corporation: Inola, OK Rivers Edge Products, Inc.: Poplar Bluff, MO Romaine, Inc.: Elkhart, IN SAMMONS[TM] PRESTON AbilityOne Sammons Preston: Bolingbrook, IL Contact: Melinda Newtson Ph. 800-323-5547 Fax 800-547-4333 Email: sp@sammonspreston Web: www.sammonspreston.com Select Medical Products, Inc. Pinellas Park Pinellas Park (pĭnĕl`əs), city (1990 pop. 43,426), Pinellas co., W central Fla.; inc. 1915. Mainly residential, it has industries that manufacture electronic equipment and plastics. , FL Smith & Nephew, Inc., Rehabilitation Division Germantown, WI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-558-8633 Fax 800-545-7758 REHAB THERAPY POOLS Ferno: Wilmington, OH Contact: Gordon Shields Ph. 800-733-3766 Fax 937-383-1157 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY SwimEx Aquatic Therapy aquatic therapy Water therapy Rehab medicine The exercising of muscle groups under water, which increases range-of-motion and light resistance for rehabilitation. See Rehabilitation medicine. Systems Warren, RI waverleyglen SYSTEMS LTD. Waverley Glen Systems Ltd. Toronto, ON Contact: Gord Molnar Ph. 800-265-0677 Fax 416-784-0131 Email: gmolnar@waverleyglen.com Web: www.waverleyglen.com Ceiling lifts remove cost from healthcare by improving caregiver time management and reducing caregiver injuries. Waverley Glen is a leader in modern lift, positioning and transfer solutions and has pioneered the development of modern ceiling lift technology. As a strong advocate of the "zero-lift" standard, we are dedicated to lowering healthcare costs and providing solutions for independent living. Our customized lift solutions drastically reduce the risk to healthcare providers and offer the user a level of comfort and security unmatched by traditional crane-style floor lifts. Waverley Glen has installations in a wide variety of applications, including long-term care, tub rooms, therapy pools, ICUs, physiotherapy rooms and neurology, orthopedic and palliative care palliative care (paˑ·lē·ā·tiv kerˑ), n an approach to health care that is concerned primarily with attending to physical and emotional comfort rather units. Custom-tailored slings. A commitment to research and development. Superb customer service. Unrivaled product and technical support. Turn to Waverley Glen for total lift, positioning and transfer solutions. RESPIRATORY THERAPY respiratory therapy Medical profession concerned with assisting the respiratory function of individuals who have severe lung disorders. Practices include suctioning to clear secretions from the airway, use of aerosol mists (sometimes medicated) or gases to ease breathing, EQUIPMENT Bear Medical Syst., Thermo Respiratory Grp. Palm Springs, CA Contact: Michelle Reilly Ph. 760-778-7200 Fax 760-778-7274 Bird Products Corp., Thermo Respiratory Grp. Palm Springs, CA Contact: Michelle Reilly Ph. 760-778-7200 Fax 760-778-7274 Conva-Med, Inc.: Youngstown, OH Percussors General Physiotherapy, Inc. Earth City, MO Contact: Joe Westphale Ph. 800-237-1832 Fax 314-291-1485 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Mabis Healthcare, Inc.: Lake Forest, IL McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medisonic USA, Inc.: Clarence, NY Omnimed, Inc.: Maple Shade, NJ Precision Medical, Inc.: Northampton, PA SunCare: Tallahassee, FL Contact: Tom R. Futch Ph. 888-850-RESP Fax 850-577-0091 RESTORATIVE ORTHOTICS American Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. Naperville, IL Contact: William R. Korslin Ph. 630-305-8000 Fax 630-305-0824 CMO, Inc.: Barberton, OH Pucci[R] Air Orthotics D'Mannco, Inc. - Pucci[R] Air Orthotics High Springs, FL Contact: Amy R. McRoberts Ph. 800-454-4101 Fax 800-759-5619 Email: dmannco@worldnet.att.net Web: www.pucciair.com Pucci[R] Air Orthotics, manufactured by D'Mannco, Inc., utilize a patented air inflation system to apply low stretch therapy. The innovative designs offer dynamic, comfortable treatment to fingers, hands, elbows and knees for adults and children. The inflatable addition allows infinite adjustment without removing the orthosis. The line includes orthotics for contracture management, pediatrics, rehab and sports injuries. Pucci[R] Air Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air-T Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Air Short Opponens Pucci[R] Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Rehab Knee Orthosis, Custommade to patient measurement Pucci[R] Pediatric Eze Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Reflex Inhibitory Position Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Short Opponens Inflatable Hand Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Elbow Orthosis Pucci[R] Pediatric Inflatable Knee Orthosis Pucci[R] Patellar Buttress Pucci[R] Patellar Band Pucci[R] EPI Strap D'Mannco, Inc., offers customization at no extra charge. We will ship UPS regular ground at no charge. MMAR MEDICAL GROUP, INC. MMAR Medical Group, Inc. Houston, TX Contact: Chris Dillon Ph. 800-662-7633 Fax 713-469-2818 Email: mmarmedical@earthlink.net Web: www.mmarmedical.com Your long-term care orthotic one-stop shop! MMAR Medical Group, Inc., has manufactured and distributed quality orthotics since 1990. All products are specifically manufactured to address the needs of the long-term care resident and have met our high standards in order to ensure comfort, effectiveness and durability. Our stock includes the lines of most orthotic manufacturers in the United States, such as Comfy[R], Leeder[TM], M & M[R], Orthosis Corrective Systems[R], Orthotic Rehab[R], P.S.S.[R], Pucci[R], Restorative Care of America[R] and others. Whether our customers are purchasing a few products or many, we have simplified the orthotic business by offering consolidated purchasing at competitive prices. This saves time, money and plenty of paperwork! At MMAR Medical, you'll find all the products, answers and training, complete product catalogues, and outstanding customer service. Restorative Care of America, Inc. Clearwater, FL Contact: Connie Wassermann Ph. 800-627-1595 Fax 727-573-1886 Restorative Medical, Inc. Brandenburg, KY Contact: Karen L. Bonn Ph. 502-422-5454 Fax 502-422-5453 SAMMONS [TM] PRESTON AbilityOne Sammons Preston: Bolingbrook, IL Contact: Melinda Newtson Ph. 800-323-5547 Fax 800-547-4333 Email: sp@sammonspreston Web: www.sammonspreston.com United Pacific, Inc./Thermoskin Columbia, SC SPECIAL NEEDS APPAREL CLOTHING A-T Surgical Mfg. Co., Inc.: Holyoke, MA American Health American Health Inc. is a company that manufactures health supplements. It is located in Holbrook, New York. One of its products is labeled the "Chewable Original Papaya Enzyme" with the attached registered trademark, "The 'After Meal Supplement'". Care Apparel, Ltd. Easton, PA Contact: Howard Gordon Ph. 800-252-0584 Fax 800-262-0584 Apparel That Works!: Chesterton, IN Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 CALDERON TEXTILES Calderon Textiles Indianapolis, IN Contact: Sam Calderon Ph. 317-298-1995 Fax 317-388-4200 Email: info@calderontextiles.com Web: www.calderontextiles.com Fashion First, Inc.: Skokie, IL McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Wardrobe Wagon, Inc. West Orange, NJ Contact: Jerome E. Oppenberg Ph. 800-992-2737 Fax 800-669-1578 COMPRESSION STOCKINGS Compression stockings are used to support the venous and lymphatic systems of the leg. They offer graduated compression where maximum compression is achieved at the ankle and decreases as you move up the leg. A-T Surgical Mfg. Co., Inc.: Holyoke, MA Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 COMPLETE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. Complete Medical Products, Inc. Decatur, GA Contact: Ken McNeely Ph. 800-525-4119 Fax 800-525-4119 Shopping for rehab supplies couldn't be easier! Complete Medical Products offers a unique convenience for the nursing home buyer of Occupational and Physical Therapy products. No need to contact each individual manufacturer when placing orders. One phone call to Complete Medical Products gives you access to more than 150 manufacturers. Save time and money while simplifying your ordering process. With only one purchase order, you can order products from as many manufacturers as you wish, using the manufacturers' catalog numbers to identify the products. One purchase order, one shipment, one invoice, one check. Why not give us a try? Our helpful, friendly staff is ready to help you ease your purchasing hassles today. Gottfried Medical, Inc. Toledo, OH Contact: Brent Gottfried Ph. 800-537-1968 Fax 419-474-8822 Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Hilton Healthcare Technologies, Inc. Lansing, MI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-572-0836 Fax 517-321-7075 McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN MEDISANA USA, Inc.: Charlotte, NC TETRA Medical Supply Corp.: Niles, IL FOOTWEAR American Health Care Apparel, Ltd. Easton, PA Contact: Howard Gordon Ph. 800-252-0584 Fax 800-262-0584 Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Magister Corporation: Chattanooga, TN Pedors Shoes: Marietta, GA Wardrobe Wagon, Inc. West Orange, NJ Contact: Jerome E. Oppenberg Ph. 800-992-2737 Fax 800-669-1578 HOSIERY hosiery Knit or woven coverings for the feet and legs, worn inside shoes. In the 8th century BC, Hesiod referred to linings for shoes; the Romans wrapped their feet, ankles, and legs in long strips of leather or woven cloth. Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Wardrobe Wagon, Inc. West Orange, NJ Contact: Jerome E. Oppenberg Ph. 800-992-2737 Fax 800-669-1578 WOUND/SKIN CARE BANDAGES Augustine Medical, Inc.: Eden Prairie Eden Prairie A city of eastern Minnesota, a residential suburb of Minneapolis. Population: 57,300. , MN Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Charlotte, NC Contact: Lorri Jones Ph. 704-551-7158 Fax 704-551-7189 From the leaders in compression therapy Compression therapy may refer to:
n any circumstances that promote recovery from people in the direction of wholeness and healing. . For heavily draining wounds, superior absorbing dressings are required. We offer a choice of two dressings; Cutinova cavity exudate exudate /ex·u·date/ (eks´u-dat) a fluid with a high content of protein and cellular debris which has escaped from blood vessels and has been deposited in tissues or on tissue surfaces, usually as a result of inflammation. is located into super-absorbent particles embedded in the polyurethane matrix. As the dressing absorbs, it molds to the contours of the wound bed and remains intact for painfree removal. Or, you might prefer a calcium alginate dressing calcium alginate dressing Wound care A wound dressing used to manage exudates in partial to full-thickness wounds, providing a moist environment for healing. See Wound care. . Look no further than Cutinova alginate alginate /al·gi·nate/ (al´ji-nat) a salt of alginic acid; water-soluble alginates are useful as materials for dental impressions. , a high-absorbing dressing available as a flat sheet or rope. Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Coloplast Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Scott King Scott Glenndale Martin King (born June 25, 1967 in Thunder Bay, Ontario) was a professional ice hockey goaltender. He played in only two National Hockey League games for the Detroit Red Wings, but is known for his great play for the Toledo Storm. Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com The CircAid[R] Compression System is a breakthrough technology in compression therapy. The CircAid device consists of exclusive interlocking interlocking /in·ter·lock·ing/ (-lok´ing) closely joined, as by hooks or dovetails; locking into one another. interlocking Obstetrics A rare complication of vaginal delivery of twins; the 1st , nonelastic non·e·las·tic adj. Having or exhibiting no elasticity. bands that provide constant compression and gradient counter-pressure to reduce edema edema (ĭdē`mə), abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body tissues or in the body cavities causing swelling or distention of the affected parts. , preventing venous stasis venous stasis Medtalk The pooling of venous blood in a particular region which, in the legs results in edema, hyperpigmentation and possibly ulceration ulcers from forming in patients with chronic venous insufficiency chronic venous insufficiency Venous insufficiency Vascular disease A condition characterized by poor flow of venous blood, especially in the leg veins Clinical Leg swelling, pain, cramps, risk of DVT . CircAid products are easily adjustable, which means proper compression is always sustained regardless of changes in limb size. Because the CircAid system is so easy to put on and adjust, patient compliance often increases, resulting in improved results and quality of life. Glenwood, LLC: Tenafly, NJ Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medi Tech international Corp. Brooklyn, NY Medline industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL MedLogic Global Corporation Colorado Springs, CO Contact: Edward F. Coghlan Ph. 800-625-6442 Fax 800-535-2930 MoInlycke Health Care: Eddystone, PA Orion Medical Products Wheeling, IL Contact: Ken Maltas Ph. 847-537-6560 Fax 847-537-7405 Romaine, Inc.: Elkhart, IN TETRA Medical Supply Corp.: Niles, IL Zevco Medical Products: Northbrook, IL DISINFECTANTS Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. O-T-C Pharmaceuticals 3224 South Kingshighway * Saint Louis, Missouri USA 63139-1183 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. Saint Louis, MO Contact: Sherry L. Brereton Ph. 314-772-4610 Fax 314-772-4613 Email: caretech@swbell.net Web: www.caretechlabs.com Derma der·ma n. See dermis. derma the corium, or true skin. Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Global Biotechnologies, Inc. Portland, ME Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Guardian Laboratories: Hauppauge, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, inc.: Mundelein, IL PDI PDI Protein Disulfide Isomerase PDI Personal Docente e Investigador (Spanish: Personal Educational and Investigating) PDI Pre Delivery Inspection PDI Professional Development Institute : Orangeburg, NY Zevco Medical Products: Northbrook, IL ELECTROMAGNETIC WOUND THERAPY Diapulse Corporation of America Great Neck, NY Electro-Med Health Industries North Miami, FL Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY NATIONAL BIOLOGICAL CORPORATION Twinsburg, OH Contact: Lee A. Gurney gurney /gur·ney/ (gur´ne) a wheeled cot used in hospitals. gur·ney n. pl. gur·neys A metal stretcher with wheeled legs, used for transporting patients. Ph. 330-425-3535 Fax 330-425-9700 MOIST WOUND DRESSINGS AMERX Health Care Corporation Clearwater, FL Contact: Ronald Maddix Ph. 727-443-0530 Fax 727-447-5617 Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Charlotte, NC Contact: Lorri Jones Ph. 704-551-7158 Fax 704-551-7189 From the leaders in compression therapy comes a new family of wound management products. Advanced dressings, specific functions - that's the Cutinova approach to advanced wound management. Whether you are managing complex, deep chronic wounds or post-op acute wounds, we have the dressings that will help create the ideal healing environment. For heavily draining wounds, superior absorbing dressings are required. We offer a choice of two dressings; Cutinova cavity exudate is located into super-absorbent particles embedded in the polyurethane matrix. As the dressing absorbs, it molds to the contours of the wound bed and remains intact for painfree removal. Or, you might prefer a calcium alginate dressing. Look no further than Cutinova alginate, a high-absorbing dressing available as a flat sheet or rope. Write 1341 on Reader Service Card Bio Med Sciences, Inc.: Bethlehem, PA Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. O-T-C Pharmaceuticals 3224 South Kingshighway * Saint Louis, Missouri USA 63139-1183 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. Saint Louis, MO Contact: Sherry L. Brereton Ph. 314-772-4610 Fax 314-772-4613 Email: caretech@swbell.net Web: www.caretechlabs.com Carrington Laboratories, Inc. Irving, TX Contact: Jerry Pyle Ph. 972-518-1300 Fax 972-518-1020 Chattanooga Group, Inc.: Hixson, TN Coloplast Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Scott King Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com The Comfeel[R] Wound Care System offers a full selection of advanced wound care products, including hydrocolloids, pastes, alginates, foams, powders and hydrogels. Comfeel Plus Ulcer Dressings combine a highly absorbent hydrocolloid hydrocolloid /hy·dro·col·loid/ (-kol´oid) a colloid system in which water is the dispersion medium. hy·dro·col·loid n. 1. A substance that forms a gel with water. 2. with an alginate, resulting in an innovative dressing that offers superior exudate management and conformability con·form·a·ble adj. 1. Corresponding; similar: plans that are conformable to your wishes. 2. Quick to comply; submissive. 3. . Comfeel Plus Contour and the new Comfeel Plus Triangle offer these same advantages for difficult-to-dress wounds on sites such as the sacrum sacrum: see spinal column. and bony prominences. Comfeel Plus Clear offers easy visualization of the wound and a low profile, to resist edge roll. The newest additions to the Comfeel system are Biatain[TM] Foam Dressings, available in adhesive and nonadhesive. These dressings provide superior vertical absorption and retention, reducing the risk of maceration mac·er·a·tion n. 1. Softening by soaking in a liquid. 2. Softening of the tissues after death by autolysis, especially of a stillborn fetus. and leakage. Sea-Clens[R] wound Cleanser and PuriClens[TM] Wound Deodorizer/Cleanser are effective in properly cleansing a wound prior to dressing. Derma Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Dow Hickam/Bertek Pharmaceuticals Morgantown, WV Contact: Ross Whitfield Ph. 800-986-9526 Fax 304-285-6450 FERRIS PolyMem[R] "The Pink Dressing" Ferris Mfg. Corp. Burr Ridge, IL Contact: Michael E. Walczak Ph. 800-POLYMEM Fax 630-887-1008 Email: ferrismfg@aol.com Web: www.ferrispolymem.com PolyMem[R], "The Pink Dressing," provides a warm, moist healing environment that accelerates the body's natural healing natural healing Alternative healing Alternative health Any healing technique that may be rooted in supernaturalist methods. See Absent healing, Acupuncture, Acupressure, Alexander technique, Applied kinesiology, Ayurvedic medicine, Bioenergetics, Cayce therapies, process. It is the only hydrophilic hydrophilic /hy·dro·phil·ic/ (-fil´ik) readily absorbing moisture; hygroscopic; having strongly polar groups that readily interact with water. hy·dro·phil·ic adj. membrane dressing that contains a cleanser, a moisturizer mois·tur·iz·er n. A cosmetic lotion or cream applied to the skin to counter dryness. moisturizer n → crema hidratante moisturizer moist n and a super-absorbent agent. Its semipermeable semipermeable /semi·per·me·a·ble/ (sem?e-per´me-ah-b'l) permitting passage only of certain molecules. sem·i·per·me·a·ble adj. 1. Partially permeable. 2. film backing provides a bacterial barrier while allowing gas exchange and maintaining an ideal moisture vapor transmission rate Moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR), also water vapor transmission rate (WVTR), is a measure of the passage of water vapour through a substance. There are many industries where this property is critical. Here are some examples. . The PolyMem membrane contains a mild wound cleansing agent which is gradually released into the wound bed. Glycerin glycerin /glyc·er·in/ (-in) a clear, colorless, syrupy liquid used as a laxative, an osmotic diuretic to reduce intraocular pressure, a demulcent in cough preparations, and a humectant and solvent for drugs. Cf. glycerol. keeps the dressing from adhering to the wound bed while reducing odor and soothing traumatized tissues. A super-absorbent starch draws, absorbs and holds excess fluids in the pink pad. The membrane wicks away up to ten times its weight in exudate and eliminates the need for manual debridement Debridement Definition Debridement is the process of removing nonliving tissue from pressure ulcers, burns, and other wounds. Purpose Debridement speeds the healing of pressure ulcers, burns, and other wounds. or cleansing during dressing changes. PolyMem reduces patient discomfort and the time and cost of each dressing change. It accelerates the healing process and is especially effective on diabetic foot diabetic foot A foot with a constellation of pathologic changes affecting the lower extremity in diabetics, often leading to amputation and/or death due to complications; the common initial lesion leading to amputation is a nonhealing skin ulcer, induced by and pressure ulcers. Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Glenwood, LLC: Tenafly, NJ Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hollister Hollister, Inc. Libertyville, IL Contact: Jacquie Cash-Ott Ph. 847-680-2172 Hymed Group, The: Bethlehem, PA Johnson & Johnson Medical Arlington, TX Contact: Steve Noetzel Ph. 800-553-5310 Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL MoInlycke Health Care: Eddystone, PA MPM MPM Multi-Processing Module (Apache) MPM Manufacturing Process Management MPM Milwaukee Public Museum MPM MMW (Millimeter Wave) Power Module MPM Master of Project Management (degree) Medical, Inc.: Arlington, TX Contact: Paul Miller The name Paul Miller is shared by a number of people.
Ph. 800-232-5512 Fax 817-861-8531 Web: www.mpmmedical.com Orion Medical Products Wheeling, IL Contact: Ken Maltas Ph. 847-537-6560 Fax 847-537-7405 Sugardyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Greenville, MS Contact: Vance Nimrod Nimrod, in the Bible, descendant of Cush who is recorded as a mighty hunter. Nimrod Biblical hunter of great prowess. [O.T.: Genesis 10:9; Br. Lit.: Paradise Lost] See : Hunting Ph. 601-335-1113 Fax 601-335-7777 OINTMENTS ointments, n.pl semisolid, non–water-based treatments that are not water-soluble and that create protective films to prevent dehydration of the skin. , LOTIONS & CLEANSERS AMERX Health Care Corporation Clearwater, FL Contact: Ronald Maddix Ph. 727-443-0530 Fax 727-447-5617 Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. O-T-C Pharmaceuticals 3224 South Kingshighway * Saint Louis, Missouri USA 63139-1183 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. Saint Louis, MO Contact: Sherry L. Brereton Ph. 314-772-4610 Fax 314-772-4613 Email: caretech@swbell.net Web: www.caretechlabs.com Carrington Laboratories, Inc. Irving, TX Contact: Jerry pyle Ph. 972-518-1300 Fax 972-518-1020 Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Lori Taylor Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Coloplast offers Sween Skin Care, a comprehensive line of products that emphasizes prevention, treatment and maintenance to promote skin wellness. Developed to mimic the skin's natural processes, Sween Skin Care products have been successfully used to treat patients with skin problems associated with disease, immobility immobility standing still and disinclined to move, as in an animal suddenly blinded; responds to other stimuli unless immobility is part of a dummy syndrome when all stimuli are ignored. , ostomies, radiation therapy, diabetes and aging. The Sween line includes moisturizing, bathing and handwashing products, as well as all-body cleansers, perineal cleansers and incontinent barriers. Derma Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Ferndale Laboratories, Inc.: Ferndale, MI Percussors General Physiotherapy, Inc. Earth City, MO Contact: Joe Westphale Ph. 800-237-1832 Fax 314-291-1485 Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Glenwood, LLC: Tenafly, NJ Global Biotechnologies, Inc.: Portland, ME Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hollister[R] Hollister, Inc. Libertyville, IL Contact: Jacquie Cash-Ott Ph. 847-680-2172 Hospital Specialty Company Cleveland, OH Contact: Todd Carlson Ph. 800-321-9832 Fax 800-362-0073 Hymed Group, The: Bethlehem, PA Knoll Pharmaceutical Co. Mt. Olive, NJ Contact: Patricia A. Colello Ph. 973-426-5655 Fax 973-426-5660 Lantiseptic Division, Summit Industries, Inc. Marietta, GA Contact: Mark Higgins Ph. 800-241-6996 Fax 770-590-0714 Email: webmaster@lantiseptic.com Web: www.lantiseptic.com The Lantiseptic line from Summit Industries includes the original Lantiseptic Skin Protectant protectant /pro·tec·tant/ (pro-tek´tant) protective. protectant, protective 1. affording defense or immunity. 2. an agent affording defense against harmful influence. , a rich, lanolin-based ointment ointment /oint·ment/ (oint´ment) a semisolid preparation for external application to the skin or mucous membranes, usually containing a medicinal substance. oint·ment n. , plus two other products. Lantiseptic Therapeutic Cream is a soft, easier-spreading version of the original Lantiseptic Skin Protectant, and Lantiseptic All Body Wash offers a nonirritating, moisturizing formula to clean and deodorize de·o·dor·ize v. To mask or neutralize the odor of. de·o  dor·i·za without rinsing. Clinical studies have primarily involved elderly nursing home residents. Patients had preexisting pre·ex·ist or pre-ex·ist v. pre·ex·ist·ed, pre·ex·ist·ing, pre·ex·ists v.tr. To exist before (something); precede: Dinosaurs preexisted humans. v.intr. skin breakdown from conditions such as incontinence, immobility or chronic illness. Lantiseptic Skin Protectant often resulted in complete healing or significant improvement in as little as 3 weeks. Many cases of reddened skin cleared overnight. Summit Industries, Inc., provides the following care plans for use by healthcare providers: Management of Desiccated des·ic·cate v. des·ic·cat·ed, des·ic·cat·ing, des·ic·cates v.tr. 1. To dry out thoroughly. 2. To preserve (foods) by removing the moisture. See Synonyms at dry. 3. Skin, Skin Care for Incontinent Patients and Severe Dry Skin on Feet and Legs Feet and Legs See also anatomy; body, human; walking. arthropod any invertebrate of the phylum that includes insects, arachnids, crustaceans, and myriapods with jointed legs. . For information and samples, please write or fax. McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL MPM Medical, Inc.: Arlington, TX Contact: Paul Miller Ph. 800-232-5512 Fax 817-861-8531 Web: www.mpmmedical.com Paper-Pak Products, inc. LaVerne, CA Contact: Jana Garcia Ph. 909-392-1200 Fax 909-392-1267 PJ Noyes Company, Inc.: Lancaster, NH PDI: Orangeburg, NY Sage Products, Inc.: Crystal Lake, IL Smith & Nephew: Largo Largo, town (1990 pop. 65,674), Pinellas co., W Fla., on the Pinellas peninsula and the Gulf Coast, across the bay from Tampa; settled 1853, inc. 1905. It is a packing, canning, and shipping center in a citrus fruit and fishing area. , FL Contact: Linda Miller Linda J. Miller is the Iowa State Representative from the 82nd District. She has served in the Iowa House of Representatives since 2007. Miller currently serves on several committees in the Iowa House - the Education committee; the Human Resources committee; and the State Ph. 727-392-1261 Fax 722-392-0797 Sugardyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Greenville, MS Contact: Vance Nimrod Ph. 601-335-1113 Fax 601-335-7777 X-O Corporation: Dallas, TX Contact: Chuck Heist Ph. 214-388-5590 Fax 214-388-7140 POSITIONING DEVICES Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Brown Engineering Corporation Westhampton, MA Contact: Patrick M. Pierce Ph. 800-726-4233 Fax 413-527-3182 Email: bedbar@crocker.com Web: www.bedbar.com The BED-BAR[R] is a sturdy support rail used to help people get in and out of bed. Used at home, in assisted living and nursing facilities, it promotes independent, restraint-free mobility. There are three models available to fit all bed styles. Clients at home like the independence achieved by using the BED-BAR. Nursing home clients enjoy the restraint-free environment afforded from using the product. Nursing facilities throughout the country incorporate the BED-BAR in both their restraint reduction programs and their fall prevention programs. It also helps to reduce staff assistance required and helps reduce worker's comp claims related to patient lifting. It is best suited to those clients who need an enabling device to enhance their independence with bed mobility. Endorsed by nurses and physical and occupational therapists. Used at nursing and rehabilitation centers, and in client homes throughout North America! COMPLETE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. Complete Medical Products, Inc. Decatur, GA Contact: Ken McNeely Ph. 800-525-4119 Fax 800-525-4119 Shopping for rehab supplies couldn't be easier! Complete Medical Products offers a unique convenience for the nursing home buyer of Occupational and Physical Therapy products. No need to contact each individual manufacturer when placing orders. One phone call to Complete Medical Products gives you access to more than 150 manufacturers. Save time and money while simplifying your ordering process. With only one purchase order, you can order products from as many manufacturers as you wish, using the manufacturers' catalog numbers to identify the products. One purchase order, one shipment, one invoice, one check. Why not give us a try? Our helpful, friendly staff is ready to help you ease your purchasing hassles today. Consumer Care Products, Inc. Sheboygan, WI FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Heelbo, Inc.: Chicago, IL Ph. 800-323-5444 Fax 773-489-7744 Herculite Products, Inc.: York, PA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Restorative Care of America, Inc. Clearwater, FL Contact: Connie Wassermann Ph. 800-627-1595 Fax 727-573-1886 Restorative Medical, Inc. Brandenburg, KY Contact: Karen L. Bonn Ph. 502-422-5454 Fax 502-422-5453 Select Medical Products, Inc. Pinellas Park, FL Skil-Care Corp.: Yonkers, NY Contact: Arnold Silverman Ph. 800-431-2972 Fax 914-963-2567 Span-America Medical Systems, Inc. Greenville, SC Total Care, Div. Total Medical Systems, Inc.: Rockville, MD Turnsoft, Inc.: Huntersville, NC Contact: Ida Ruch Ph. 800-944-8876 Fax 704-875-8167 Wenzelite Medical Supply Corp. Brooklyn, NY PRESSURE RELIEF SUPPORT SURFACES ULTRA*FORM American Health Systems, Inc. Greenville, SC Contact: Tammy Yeargin Ph. 800-234-6655 Fax 864-234-0499 Email: yearginahs@aol.com BG Industries/MaxiFloat Northridge, CA Contact: David Buchicchio Ph. 818-894-0744 Fax 818-894-7972 Email: david.buchicchio@bgind.com Web: www.bgind.com BG Industries has for more than three decades been committed to offering the finest support surfaces for the prevention and management of pressure ulcers. Our MaxiFloat[R] Pressure Reduction Mattress Systems have served to change the pressure management protocols of healthcare institutions and virtually eliminate the use of overlays for the prevention of skin breakdown. Our newest product offering, the AccuMax[TM] Self-Adjusting Pressure Relief System incorporates the best qualities of both powered and nonpowered therapeutic support surfaces to create a pressure-relieving environment previously considered impossible without an electric cord. By using atmospheric pressure atmospheric pressure or barometric pressure Force per unit area exerted by the air above the surface of the Earth. Standard sea-level pressure, by definition, equals 1 atmosphere (atm), or 29.92 in. (760 mm) of mercury, 14.70 lbs per square in., or 101. as its energy source, the AccuMax automatically and naturally creates a custom and dynamic pressure-relieving profile for any patient, in any position and on any bed frame. We also offer a full line of seating products designed to complement the care that begins with our therapeutic support surfaces. Only BG Industries can provide patients and facilities an entire line of products to survive and thrive under PPS. Biomedical bi·o·med·i·cal adj. 1. Of or relating to biomedicine. 2. Of, relating to, or involving biological, medical, and physical sciences. Systems: St. Louis, MO Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 COMPLETE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. Complete Medical Products, Inc. Decatur, GA Contact: Ken McNeely Ph. 800-525-4119 Fax 800-525-4119 Shopping for rehab supplies couldn't be easier! Complete Medical Products offers a unique convenience for the nursing home buyer of Occupational and Physical Therapy products. No need to contact each individual manufacturer when placing orders. One phone call to Complete Medical Products gives you access to more than 150 manufacturers. Save time and money while simplifying your ordering process. With only one purchase order, you can order products from as many manufacturers as you wish, using the manufacturers' catalog numbers to identify the products. One purchase order, one shipment, one invoice, one check. Why not give us a try? Our helpful, friendly staff is ready to help you ease your purchasing hassles today. Crown Therapeutics, Inc.: Belleville, IL FLAGHOUSE INC. Flaghouse, Inc. Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Contact: John Ruggiero Ph. 800-793-7900 Fax 800-793-7922 Email: info@flaghouse.com Web: www.flaghouse.com Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY GRANT Grant Airmass Corporation Stamford, CT Contact: Stephen Grant For the suspected murderer, see . For the comedian, see . Stephen Grant (born April 14, 1977 in Birr, Republic of Ireland) is a former professional footballer who played as a striker. Ph. 800-243-5237 Fax 203-348-6456 Email: grant@grantairmass.com Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 HEELIFT SUSPENSION BOOT Heelift Suspension Boot Evanston, IL Contact: Kathy Gander Gander, town (1991 pop. 10,339), NE Newfoundland, N.L., Canada. Gander's airport, an important base in World War II, is a hub for international flights; it also attracts many refugees. It was the site of a Dec. Ph. 800-254-5438 Fax 847-328-9561 Email: dmsys@aol.com Web: www.dmsystems.com The second most common site for pressure sores is the heel. The Heelift[R] suspension boot was designed by two orthopedic surgeons who recognized the need for a product that would effectively remove all pressure from the heel. Relief is accomplished by supporting the lower leg on a patented elevation pad and suspending the heel out from under the pad. Pressure is then transferred throughout the lower portion of the leg. Special features make Heelift unique. It is constructed of a sturdy high-grade, medical-grade foam, with excellent memory and tensile strength tensile strength Ratio of the maximum load a material can support without fracture when being stretched to the original area of a cross section of the material. When stresses less than the tensile strength are removed, a material completely or partially returns to its . Velcro straps allow Heelift to adjust to fit all patients. To provide adequate ventilation and to control the inside temperature of the boot, the outer shell includes eight 1-3/4 inch air holes. A tricot backing has been added to the posterior side to reduce friction with bedsheets. In addition, the anterior side of the foot, including the toes, is exposed to allow optimal ventilation. Herculite Products, Inc.: York, PA Hill-Rom[R] A HILLENBRAND INDUSTRY "The Company of Long-Term Caring..."[SM] Hill-Rom: Charleston, SC Contact: Kevin Rooney Kevin Rooney born on May 4, 1956 in Catskill, NY and is a boxing trainer and former boxer. Amateur Boxing Career Rooney won the 1975 147lb Sub-Novice New York Golden Gloves Championship. Rooney defeated Kevin Higgins of West Point in the finals. Ph. 843-740-8000 Fax 843-740-8263 Web: www.hill-rom.com Hill-Rom[R] provides an inclusive line of resident beds and room furnishings, as well as wound and pulmonary support surfaces for use in long-term care facilities long-term care facility n. See skilled nursing facility. , including the RESIDENT[TM] LTC LTC abbr. lieutenant colonel Bed, the OSPREY osprey (ŏs`prē), common name for a bird of prey related to the hawk and the New World vulture and found near water in most parts of the world. [TM] LTC Bed, the TranSit[TM] Resident Transfer Chair, the TRANS.LIFT[TM] Resident Sling Lift, the TRANS*LIFT[TM] Resident Stand Assist, CLINITRON[R] RITE-HITE[R] Air Fluidized Therapy, the PRIME*AIRE[TM] Therapy Surface and the PRIMA Prima® Cardiology A laser guide wire system for treating occluded coronary arteries by excimer laser ablation, indicated when mechanical guide wire and other treatment modalities have failed [TM] Prevention Mattress Series. The broad range of Hill-Rom long-term care products and services is made available through a team of capital product specialists and clinical and financial consultants, dedicated to helping post-acute care providers improve both clinical and financial outcomes. Hilton Healthcare Technologies, Inc. Lansing, MI Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-572-0836 Fax 517-321-7075 Invacare Continuing Care continuing care a professional convention that a veterinarian who is treating an animal is obliged to continue treating that case unless an arrangement is made with its custodian to transfer the care to another practitioner or to a specialist. Group Chesterfield, MO Contact: Customer Service Ph. 800-347-5440 Fax 314-519-0044 Email: cwallace@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com KCI KCI Kansas City International (airport) KCI Kennel Club of India KCI Key Club International KCI Korea Concrete Institute KCI Kitchener Collegiate Institute KCI Kids Central, Inc. KCI The Kitchen Collection, Inc. KCI Kodak Canada Inc. : San Antonio San Antonio (săn ăntō`nēō, əntōn`), city (1990 pop. 935,933), seat of Bexar co., S central Tex., at the source of the San Antonio River; inc. 1837. , TX Contact: Joe Betar Ph. 800-275-7885 Fax 210-255-6989 Ken McRight Supplies, Inc.: Tulsa, OK McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL NeighborCare[TM] NeighborCare: Baltimore, MD Ph. 410-752-2600 Fax 888-872-3030 NeighborCare is one of the industry's largest providers of post-acute services to long-term care, assisted living and other healthcare facilities, physicians, residents and patients, Through an integrated network, all of our services can be combined into an efficient, seamless delivery of care. NeighborCare coordinates activities, care and services that impact residents' well being, and achieve the balance between the delivery of quality, cost-effective care and customer satisfaction. Efficiently designed, these services help attain clinical, fiscal and administrative goals, and positions long-term care and managed care customers for success under the Prospective Payment System (PPS). Services include: Long-Term Care Pharmacy; Medical Supply and Services; Infusion Services; Home Medical Equipment; Respiratory Services and Consulting Services. Clinical support, training and education is available to facility staff for each service offered. Pegasus Airwave, Inc.: Boca Raton Boca Raton (bō`kə rətōn`), city (1990 pop. 61,492), Palm Beach co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic; inc. 1925. Boca Raton is a popular resort and retirement community that experienced significant industrial development in the 1970s and 80s. , FL POSEY A posey can be a flower bouquet. As a surname it is of French and English origins, originating and or derived from the greek word Desposyni. People whose surname is or was Posey include:
Posey Company: Arcadia, CA Ph. 800-447-6739 Fax 626-443-5014 Web: www.posey.com Posey manufactures more than 500 healthcare items, including seating and positioning aids, fall prevention products and restraint alternatives. All of our products are designed to help you meet OBRA/HCFA restraint-reduction guidelines while improving the cost-effectiveness and quality of care. Our seating and positioning aids, such as the Orthotic Reclining Backrest and Drop Seat, improve positioning and help prevent pressure sores. Our extensive selection of fall-prevention products includes new bed and chair alarms, hip pads and floor mats, as well as our latest CE program "A Caregiver's Guide to Preventing Falls." And our skincare line offers a comprehensive selection of heel protectors and foot positioners, plus the new, padded Posey Skinsleeve, designed to protect residents' fragile skin. Every Posey product is 100% satisfaction guarantee and is available on a 30-day free trial. Recovercare[R] Specialty Beds and Mattresses Recovercare, Inc: Pennsauken, NJ Contact: Steve Diehm Ph. 800-575-2337 Fax 800-713-6122 Email: sldiehm@diehm.com Low air loss...alternating pressure...mattress replacements...overlays...eggcrates... specialty beds. Do they represent the proverbial "Black Hole" consuming your facility's precious post-PPS budget dollars? Or have you solved this ancillary puzzle with creative PPS programs? At Recovercare, we specialize in solving "Tissue Load Management" challenges under the constrictive constrictive restricting movement or dilatation of an organ. reimbursement climate posed by PPS. PPS Spectrum of Care. A complete spectrum of products from mattress replacement systems, overlays, powered and nonpowered therapies, to specialty bed systems provides the utmost cost-effective approach to managing tissue loads under PPS reimbursement. JCAHO JCAHO Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, see there Accreditation. Recovercare is a full-service, JCAHO-accredited company dedicated to quality outcomes. Accreditation reduced liability exposure. Purchase and Rental are available. ROHO ROHO Regional Oral History Office (San Francisco) ROHO Remote Office Home Office , Inc.: Belleville, IL Skil-Care Corp.: Yonkers, NY Contact: Arnold Silverman Ph. 800-431-2972 Fax 914-963-2567 Span-America Medical Systems, Inc. Greenville, SC Sunmar Corporation: Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale (lô`dərdāl), residential, commercial, and resort city (1990 pop. 149,377), seat of Broward co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic coast; settled around a fort built (c.1837) in the Seminole War, inc. 1911. , FL Tempur-Medical, Inc. Lexington, KY Contact: Alicia Carter Ph. 800-878-8889 Fax 606-255-9499 TETRA Medical Supply Corp.: Niles, IL SOAPS Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Derma Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Glenwood, LLC: Tenafly, NJ Global Biotechnologies, Inc.: Portland, ME GOJO[R] GOJO industries, Inc.: Akron, OH Contact: Patricia Groziak Ph. 800-321-9647 Fax 330-920-0927 Email: groziakp@gojo.com Web: http://staywell.gojo.com GOJO Industries, Inc., manufactures PROVON[R] Brand Skin Care Systems for Handwashing, Hand Sanitizing, Bathing, Perineal Care and Skin Moisturizing, as well as convenient dispensing systems for the healthcare market. PROVON Brand products are specially formulated to help control infection and maintain healthy skin for caregivers and their patients. Also from GOJO is PURELL[R] Brand Instant Hand Sanitizer, which kills 99.99% of most common germs in as little as 15 seconds and contains moisturizers to condition skin. Since 1946, GOJO has pursued a commitment to creating well-being through hand hygiene and healthy skin. Our Research and Development laboratories are recognized internationally for their innovations in skin care. GOJO products are components of specialized regimens for unique skin care needs in diverse workplaces. All of our products are guaranteed for quality and satisfaction. Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Grandpa Brands Company: Erlanger, KY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Hospital Specialty Company Cleveland, OH Contact: Todd Carlson Ph. 800-321-9832 Fax 800-362-0073 Lantiseptic Division, Summit Ind., Inc. Marietta, GA Contact: Mark Higgins Ph. 800-241-6996 Fax 770-590-0714 Email: webmaster@lantiseptic.com Web: www.lantiseptic.com The Lantiseptic line from Summit industries includes the original Lantiseptic Skin Protectant, a rich, lanolin-based ointment, plus two other products. Lantiseptic Therapeutic Cream is a soft, easier-spreading version of the original Lantiseptic Skin Protectant, and Lantiseptic All Body Wash offers a nonirritating, moisturizing formula to clean and deodorize without rinsing. Clinical studies have primarily involved elderly nursing home residents. Patients had preexisting skin breakdown from conditions such as incontinence, immobility or chronic illness. Lantiseptic Skin Protectant often resulted in complete healing or significant improvement in as little as 3 weeks. Many cases of reddened skin cleared overnight. Summit Industries, Inc., provides the following care plans for use by healthcare providers: Management of Desiccated Skin, Skin Care for Incontinent Patients and Severe Dry Skin on Feet and Legs. For information and samples, please write or fax. McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL PDI: Orangeburg, NY Safetec of America, Inc. Buffalo, NY Contact: Richard Merlino Ph. 716-895-1822 Fax 716-895-2969 Zevco Medical Products: Northbrook, IL SURGICAL TAPE & GAUZE gauze (gawz) a light, open-meshed fabric of muslin or similar material. absorbable gauze gauze made from oxidized cellulose. Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Belersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Charlotte, NC Contact: Lorri Jones Ph. 704-551-7158 Fax 704-551-7189 From the leaders in compression therapy comes a new family of wound management products. Advanced dressings, specific functions - that's the Cutinova approach to advanced wound management. Whether you are managing complex, deep chronic wounds or post-op acute wounds, we have the dressings that will help create the ideal healing environment. For heavily draining wounds, superior absorbing dressings are required. We offer a choice of two dressings; Cutinova cavity exudate is located into super-absorbent particles embedded in the polyurethane matrix. As the dressing absorbs, it molds to the contours of the wound bed and remains intact for painfree removal. Or, you might prefer a calcium alginate dressing. Look no further than Cutinova alginate, a high-absorbing dressing available as a flat sheet or rope. Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Ferndale Laboratories, Inc.: Ferndale, MI Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Glenwood, LLC: Tenafly, NJ Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Gulf South Medical Supply Ridgeland, MS Contact: Chuck Odem Ph. 800-347-2456 Fax 601-853-4801 Kendall: Mansfield, MA McKesson Red Line: Golden Valley, MN Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Molnlycke Health Care: Eddystone, PA NeighborCare[TM] NeighborCare: Baltimore, MD Ph. 410-752-2600 Fax 888-872-3030 NeighborCare is one of the industry's largest providers of post-acute services to long-term care, assisted living and other healthcare facilities, physicians, residents and patients. Through an integrated network, all of our services can be combined into an efficient, seamless delivery of care. NeighborCare coordinates activities, care and services that impact residents' well being, and achieve the balance between the delivery of quality, cost-effective care and customer satisfaction. Efficiently designed, these services help attain clinical, fiscal and administrative goals, and positions long-term care and managed care customers for success under the Prospective Payment System (PPS). Services include: Long-Term Care Pharmacy; Medical Supply and Services; Infusion Services; Home Medical Equipment; Respiratory Services and Consulting Services. Clinical support, training and education is available to facility staff for each service offered. Zevco Medical Products: Northbrook, IL WOUND PACKING Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Beiersdorf-Jobst, Inc. Charlotte, NC Contact: Lorri Jones Ph. 704-551-7158 Fax 704-551-7189 From the leaders in compression therapy comes a new family of wound management products. Advanced dressings, specific functions - that's the Cutinova approach to advanced wound management. Whether you are managing complex, deep chronic wounds or post-op acute wounds, we have the dressings that will help create the ideal healing environment. For heavily draining wounds, superior absorbing dressings are required. We offer a choice of two dressings; Cutinova cavity exudate is located into super-absorbent particles embedded in the polyurethane matrix. As the dressing absorbs, it molds to the contours of the wound bed and remains intact for painfree removal. Or, you might prefer a calcium alginate dressing. Look no further than Cutinova alginate, a high-absorbing dressing available as a flat sheet or rope. Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Carrington Laboratories, Inc. Irving, TX Contact: Jerry Pyle Ph. 972-518-1300 Fax 972-518-1020 Chattanooga Group, Inc.: Hixson, TN Coloplast Corporation Marietta, GA Contact: Scott King Ph. 800-533-0464 Fax 800-533-3026 Web: www.us.coloplast.com Seasorb[TM] Alginate Dressing utilizes a revolutionary freeze-drying process that results in a fiber-free alginate with exceptional strength. This highly porous material provides superior absorption capacity The term absorption capacity (as a part of EU Cohesion Policy) stands for the degree to which a country is able to effectively and efficiently spend the financial resources received from the European Funds. for highly exudating wounds. Purilon[TM] Gel has a higher viscosity than other hydrogels and superior hydrating ability, allowing it to maintain proper wound contact essential to providing a moist wound environment necessary for autolytic au·tol·y·sis n. The destruction of tissues or cells of an organism by the action of substances, such as enzymes, that are produced within the organism. Also called self-digestion. debridement. Triad[TM] Hydrophilic Wound Dressing is a zinc-oxide-based paste indicated for moist, weeping wounds that are often difficult to dress. Woun'Dres[R] is a unique collagen hydrogel hy·dro·gel n. A colloidal gel in which the particles are dispersed in water. hydrogel a gel that contains water. hydrogel Wound care A polymer absorptive wound dressing. See Dressing. that also contains other ingredients beneficial to the skin. Woun'Dres promotes autolytic debridement by rehydrating and softening necrotic tissue. Comfeel[R] Powder is a highly absorbent hydrophilic powder for added absorption and should be used in combination with Comfeel Plus dressings. Comfeel Paste effectively fills cavities and provides added absorption. Derma Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Dow Hickam/Bertek Pharmaceuticals Morgantown, WV Contact: Ross Whitfield Ph. 800-986-9526 Fax 304-285-6450 FERRIS PolyMem[R] "The Pink Dressing" Ferris Mfg. Corp. Burr Ridge, IL Contact: Michael E. Walczak Ph. 800-POLYMEM Fax 630-887-1008 Email: ferrismfg@aol.com Web: www.ferrispolymem.com PolyWic[TM] has been formulated especially for cavity wounds with copious amounts of exudate. It gently expands within the wound cavity to fill dead space, keeping the wound bed clean and moisturized while absorbing excess fluid. Its extra-absorbent capacity increases the time between dressing changes. PolyWic folds or cuts easily into any size or shape and will not fragment or adhere to adhere to verb 1. follow, keep, maintain, respect, observe, be true, fulfil, obey, heed, keep to, abide by, be loyal, mind, be constant, be faithful 2. the wound bed. It is especially recommended for Stages III and IV pressure, vascular and diabetic foot and Ieg ulcers and acute wounds. Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Heelbo, Inc.: Chicago, IL Ph. 800-323-5444 Fax 773-489-7744 Kendall: Mansfield, MA Medline Industries, Inc.: Mundelein, IL Molnlycke Health Care: Eddystone, PA MPM Medical, Inc.: Arlington, TX Contact: Paul Miller Ph. 800-232-5512 Fax 817-861-8531 Web: www.mpmmedical.com Sugardyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Greenville, MS Contact: Vance Nimrod Ph. 601-335-1113 Fax 601-335-7777 WOUND PREVENTION AMERX Health Care Corporation Clearwater, FL Contact: Ronald Maddix Ph. 727-443-0530 Fax 727-447-5617 Arjo, Inc.: Roselle Roselle (rōzĕl`), borough (1990 pop. 20,314), Union co., NE N.J.; set off from Linden 1890 and inc. 1894. Chiefly residential, the borough has some industry. , IL Contact: Lorena Chevrie Ph. 800-323-1245 Fax 888-389-ARJO Email: Ipasquesi@arjousa.com Web: www.arjousa.com Biomedical Systems: St. Louis, MO Briggs Corporation W. Des Moines, IA Contact: Nannette Rodriguez Ph. 515-327-6400 Fax 800-222-1996 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. O-T-C Pharmaceuticals 3224 South Kingshighway * Saint Louis, Missouri USA 63139-1183 Care-Tech[R] Laboratories, Inc. Saint Louis, MO Contact: Sherry L. Brereton Ph. 314-772-4610 Fax 314-772-4613 Email: caretech@swbell.net Web: www.caretechlabs.com Derma Sciences, Inc.: Princeton, NJ Ferndale Laboratories, Inc.: Ferndale, MI Geritrex Corp.: Mount Vernon, NY Global Biotechnologies, Inc.: Portland, ME Graham-Field, Inc.: Bay Shore, NY Hymed Group, The: Bethlehem, PA KCI: San Antonio, TX Contact: Joe Betar Ph. 800-275-7885 Fax 210-255-6989 NATIONAL BIOLOGICAL CORPORATION Twinsburg, OH Contact: Lee A. Gurney Ph. 330-425-3535 Fax 330-425-9700 PJ Noyes Company, Inc.: Lancaster, NH SILIPOS, INC.: Niagara Falls, NY Smith & Nephew: Largo, FL Contact: Linda Miller Ph. 727-392-1261 Fax 722-392-0797 BATHING TRANSPORT DEVICE Apollo introduces The Revolution[TM] Power Hi-Low Trolley. Versatility makes The Revolution Trolley excellent for general resident transport and for specific interaction with Apollo's Revolution[TM] whirlpool tub. Symmetric design In combinatorial mathematics, a symmetric design is a block design with equal numbers of points and blocks. Thus, it has the fewest possible blocks given the number of points (by Fisher's inequality). eliminates head/foot and right/left restrictions when approaching beds or a supine supine /su·pine/ (soo´pin) lying with the face upward, or on the dorsal surface. su·pine adj. 1. Lying on the back; having the face upward. 2. tub. The comfortable foam surface assumes reclining and supine positions to accommodate ambulatory and recumbent recumbent /re·cum·bent/ (re-kum´bent) lying down. re·cum·bent adj. Lying down, especially in a position of comfort; reclining. residents. Its 24-volt AC elevating system has on-board charging and is Y2K compliant Capable of correctly processing any data that deals with a date beyond the year 1999. See Y2K problem. . KNEE IMMOBILIZER im·mo·bi·lize tr.v. im·mo·bi·lized, im·mo·bi·liz·ing, im·mo·bi·liz·es 1. To render immobile. 2. To fix the position of (a joint or fractured limb), as with a splint or cast. 3. Smith + Nephew's Rehabilitation Division introduces the Rolyan[R]Slip-Resistant Knee Immobilizer, designed to provide knee immobilization Immobilization Definition Immobilization refers to the process of holding a joint or bone in place with a splint, cast, or brace. This is done to prevent an injured area from moving while it heals. after injury or surgery. It is constructed from soft material with padded side stays; fabri-foam[TM] material inserts minimize migration. The Rolyan Knee Immobilizer is offered in short (20[inches]) and long (24[inches]) sizes. For extra comfort, the long size has additional padding over the Achilles tendon Achilles tendon n. The large tendon connecting the heel bone to the calf muscle of the leg. Also called calcanean tendon, heel tendon. area. EXERCISE GRIP The ABLEWARE[R] Exer-Twist[TM] from Maddak, Inc., equally and simultaneously exercises left and right side muscles of the forearms, arms, shoulder and chest to help increase wrist and joint circulation and agility. The Exer-Twist conditions and helps warm up wrist muscles and allows physically inactive people to exercise upper body muscles. Simply twist as if wringing wring v. wrung , wring·ing, wrings v.tr. 1. To twist, squeeze, or compress, especially so as to extract liquid. Often used with out. 2. out a wet towel. Resistance can be adjusted for progressive, more difficult exercises. Snap-on grips are available for larger hands or hands that can't easily close around the smaller grips. WHEELCHAIR AIR CUSHION air cushion n. 1. Trapped air that supports a vehicle a short distance above the surface of land or water. 2. A device that uses trapped air to absorb the shock of motion, especially in vehicles. Also called air spring. Bye Bye Decubiti[R] Therapeutic Wheelchair Air Cushions, manufactured by Ken McRight Supplies, Inc., offer comfort and protection against pressure sores and other skin problems to geriatric patients and individuals who have experienced spinal injury. Available in a variety of sizes, these cushions incorporate 100% natural rubber, inflatable pads within covers of either fleece or stretch fabric. Inflated by mouth or hand inflater in·flate v. in·flat·ed, in·flat·ing, in·flates v.tr. 1. To fill (something) with air or gas so as to make it swell. 2. a. , each cushion can be adjusted for individual comfort. The design provides ventilation and stability while assuring constant body flotation. Both the cushion and cover are washable wash·a·ble adj. Capable of being washed without fading or other injury: washable wool. wash and remain odorless o·dor·less adj. Having no odor. o  dor·less·ly adv.o during use. Weighing approximately two pounds, the cushions are light enough to be handled by even the more severely disabled. IN-BED POSITIONING SYSTEM Skil-Care's new In-Bed Positioning System securely supports the side-lying patient. Wedged bolsters feature Velcro strips that hold the special positioning pad in place without slippage Slippage The difference between estimated transaction costs and the amount actually paid. Notes: Slippage is usually attributed to a change in the spread. See also: Spread, Transaction Costs Slippage . The system's three-layer construction wicks away and holds moisture. The soft positioning pad eliminates hands-on pressure, so that turning is comfortable for the frail resident and less strenuous for the caregiver. Designed with strong web handles, the In-Bed Patient Positioning System permits two caregivers to turn and position heavier residents. REHABILITATION CATALOG The 1999 Sammons Preston Catalog for Rehabilitation Professionals presents more than 150 new products, including physical therapy items. The Daily Care Kit, Door Viewer and Tek Partner[TM] Universal Remote Control are new ADL items. In addition, rehab equipment now includes new products, such as the Total Gym The Total Gym is an exercise machine used for strength training and pilates training marketed and sold under the Total Gym brand by efi Sports Medicine, Inc. It is primarily sold through the use of infomercials for home use and is also sold to the commercial and rehabilitation body exercise system, Sports Art 8100 Elliptical el·lip·tic or el·lip·ti·cal adj. 1. Of, relating to, or having the shape of an ellipse. 2. Containing or characterized by ellipsis. 3. a. Exerciser and TransQ[R] electrodes. Sammons Preston lists the latex content and type for every catalog item that contains latex, and packaging is now labeled for latex content. NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION nonverbal communication 'Body language', see there AID Flipchart is a communication tool designed for those unable to speak. The spiral-bound book contains a compilation of phrases that cover a range of communication needs, colorfully organized on laminated card stock. The book's 56 pages are divided into six categories: Chit Chat ("I love you"; "How's the weather?"); Where Am I (deals with orientation issues, such as "What day is it?"); Admissions ("I have insurance."); Comfort ("Raise the bed."); Emergency ("Call the nurse.") and Notes. The Notes page in the inside back cover of the book provides a place to write messages using an erasable e·ras·a·ble adj. 1. Capable of being erased: erasable ink. 2. Capable of producing something that can be erased: an erasable pen. pen. Printed in large type, the colorful graphics make Flipchart an easy and effective communication tool. THERAPEUTIC REPLACEMENT MATTRESS American Health Systems' UltraForm+ Plus is a therapeutic replacement mattress that comes standard with some usually optional features: firm perimeter foam to reduce the risk of falling, a super-soft heel zone to lower heel and ankle pressure and high-tech two-way stretch covering material with an anti-shear liner. The surface geometry uses over 500 individual foam cells Foam cells are cells in an atheroma derived from both macrophages and smooth muscle cells which have accumulated low density lipoproteins,LDLs, by endocytosis. The LDL has crossed the endothelial barrier and has been oxidized by reactive oxygen species produced by the endothelial that conform to Verb 1. conform to - satisfy a condition or restriction; "Does this paper meet the requirements for the degree?" fit, meet coordinate - be co-ordinated; "These activities coordinate well" the shape of the resident's body and distribute pressure evenly. This mattress eliminates the need for pressure-relieving overlay and reduces the need for expensive specialty beds. HAND AND BACK BRACES The new Knight Taylor type TLSO TLSO Thoracic Lumbosacral Orthosis TLSO Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthotic by Restorative Care of America, Inc., maintains the lower spine in a neutral position while stabilizing the thoracic thoracic /tho·rac·ic/ (thah-ras´ik) pectoral; pertaining to the thorax (chest). tho·rac·ic adj. Of, relating to, or situated in or near the thorax. spine for the treatment of kyphotic ky·pho·sis n. Abnormal rearward curvature of the spine, resulting in protuberance of the upper back; hunchback. [Greek k conditions. This lightweight, low-profile brace is made of heat-moldable Kydex[R] plastic and features cool Ortho-Wick[TM] padding that draws moisture away from the body for patient comfort and compliance. The new chairback LSO LSO London Symphony Orchestra LSO Lesotho (ISO Country code) LSO Laser Safety Officer LSO Landing Signal Officer LSO Large Send Offload LSO Longwood Symphony Orchestra (Brookline, MA) model stabilizes the lumbosacral spine and includes the Ortho-Wick liner and apron pad front. RCAI's new Dorsal Resting Hand offers a functional resting hand position in the treatment of spasticity spasticity /spas·tic·i·ty/ (spas-tis´i-te) the state of being spastic; see spastic (2). spas·tic·i·ty n. 1. A spastic state or condition. 2. Spastic paralysis. caused by CVA CVA abbr. cerebrovascular accident CVA, n See accident, cerebrovascular. CVA cerebrovascular accident. CVA Cerebrovascular accident, see there , closed head and/or spinal cord injuries Spinal Cord Injury Definition Spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that causes loss of sensation and motor control. Description Approximately 10,000 new spinal cord injuries (SCIs) occur each year in the United States. or cerebral palsy cerebral palsy (sərē`brəl pôl`zē), disability caused by brain damage before or during birth or in the first years, resulting in a loss of voluntary muscular control and coordination. . The dorsal arm platform frees the palmar area and allows for greater tone inhibition and sensory feedback. Also made of Kydex plastic with a washable Ortho-Wick liner, the Dorsal Hand can be heat molded at low temperature to reposition the hand into tone-reducing positions. MULTICHANNEL Using two or more paths for transmission or processing. It can refer to a variety of architectures including (1) multiple I/O channels between the CPU and peripheral devices, (2) multiple wires in a cable, (3) multiple "logical" channels within a single wire or fiber or (4) multiple SUPPORT PILLOW Core Products has developed the CerviTrac[TM] pillow, featuring five positioning channels to provide varying position and support levels. The center of the pillow uses a combination of three channels to gently cradle and support the head, whether someone is sleeping on the back or side. The two outer channels conform to the natural curve of the neck. Core Products produces orthopedic and comfort care products, including the Sitback Rest[R] back cushion, Leg Spacer[R] Ieg pillow and the Max-Relax[R] face cushion. DISPOSABLE UNDERWEAR AND PADS Depend[R] Protective Underwear, manufactured by Kimberly-Clark, is disposable underwear designed for adults with moderate to heavy incontinence. Depend Protective Underwear is a protection alternative that provides a close, comfortable fit. The design incorporates a cloth-like outer cover with elastic material that enables the user to pull the underwear on or off. Depend Protective Underwear is available in two sizes, small/medium (18 ct.) and large (20 ct.) Another new product from Kimberly-Clark is a redesigned Poise[R] incontinence pad. Poise Pads with Side Shields Ultra Plus Absorbency ab·sor·bent adj. Capable of absorbing: absorbent cotton. n. A substance that is capable of absorbing. ab·sor combine the protection of a regular undergarment with the comfort and discretion of a pad. WOUND DRESSINGS Johnson & Johnson Medical introduces FIBRACOL PL US[TM] Collagen Wound Dressing with Alginate, which contains 80% more collagen and is more absorbent than its predecessor. With FIBRACOL PLUS Collagen Dressing, J&J offers the flexibility of a soft, conformable wound dressing with the structural support of collagen and the gel-forming properties of alginates. FIBRACOL PL US dressing creates a moist wound environment conducive to granulation tissue Granulation tissue A kind of tissue formed during wound healing, with a rough or irregular surface and a rich supply of blood capillaries. Mentioned in: Granuloma Inguinale granulation tissue, n formation, epithelialization epithelialization /ep·i·the·li·al·iza·tion/ (-the?le-al-i-za´shun) healing by the growth of epithelium over a denuded surface. ep·i·the·li·al·i·za·tion or ep·i·the·li·za·tion n. and promotion of rapid healing. J&J's hydropolymer dressing, TIELLE PLUS, helps control leakage, odor and maceration and can be left in place for up to seven days. TIELLE PLUS is an island dressing with a multilayer structure. Between the central island and the backing layers is a superabsorbent, nonwoven non·wo·ven adj. Made by a process not involving weaving. Used of textiles. n. Material or a fabric made by a process not involving weaving. wicking layer that draws and distributes moisture through the dressing. The central foam island expands into the wound cavity as it absorbs exudate. Its gentle adhesive border is easy to apply and remove. FIBRACOL PLUS can be customized to fit large and small wounds, and TIELLE PLUS conforms to such difficult-to-dress areas as the shoulder, heel, elbow and sacrum. PORTABLE SUCTION suction /suc·tion/ (suk´shun) aspiration of gas or fluid by mechanical means. post-tussive suction a sucking sound heard over a lung cavity just after a cough. UNIT Precision Medical's EASY GO VAC (Volts Alternating Current) See volt and AC. is a durable AC/DC AC/DC adj. Slang Having a bisexual orientation. [From the likening of a bisexual person to an appliance that works on either alternating or direct current. portable suction unit that provides more than twice the normal power and battery life of other available portable units. The EASY GO VAC uses any standard canister and incorporates many safety and convenience features, including double overflow protection, low battery light and rechargability in its own carrying case. NONPOWERED PRESSURE RELIEF SYSTEM MEDIQ/FST (Frameless Support Technologies) has added a patented new product called FlairCair to their line of support surfaces. FlairCair is a non-powered pressure relief system that eliminates the harmful forces of friction and shear on the patient's skin without the use of electricity. The FlairCair mattress is made of Floam[TM], a dry fluid with "zero memory" and low thermal mass Thermal mass, in the most general sense, is any mass that absorbs and holds heat. In the architectural sense, it is any mass that absorbs and stores heat during sunny periods when the heat is not desirable in the living space of a building, and then releases the heat during . When pressure is applied, Floam contours to the object delivering the force. Its contouring capability maximizes the surface area contact and cradles bony prominences, particularly in the heel and occipital lobe occipital lobe n. The posterior lobe of each cerebral hemisphere, having the shape of a three-sided pyramid and containing the visual center of the brain. regions. FlairCair products address a number of wound care challenges - from prevention of high-risk pressure ulcers to skin grafts. ACTIVITY THERAPY CATALOG NASCO's 1999 Activity Therapy Catalog features hundreds of products for activity directors. More than 200 new products providing meaningful activities for persons requiring long-term, assisted living or special rehabilitative care have been added. The 92-page catalog includes products for sensory activities, manipulation, reminiscing and memory stimulation, musical activities, games, cooking, arts and crafts arts and crafts, term for that general field of applied design in which hand fabrication is dominant. The term was coined in England in the late 19th cent. as a label for the then-current movement directed toward the revivifying of the decorative arts. and nature activities, as well as audiovisual equipment, tapes and more. Also included are independent activity products for residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias. NASCO's products have been recognized as safe for individuals of various functioning levels by the Arts and Crafts Materials Institute, Inc. SUSPENSION BOOT Heelift[R] Suspension Boot from DM Systems helps solve the problem of pressure ulcers on the heel, the second most common site. Developed by orthopedic surgeons, Heelift effectively eliminates heel pressure by lifting and suspending the heel in protective space. Manufactured from an improved-quality foam, Heelift transfers pressure to the lower leg, which is supported by a patented, movable elevation pad. Adjustable Velcro[R] straps around the foam outer shell keeping Heelift in place. Eight air holes in the outer shell provide ventilation, and a low-friction tricot backing permits improved motion. PRESSURE RELIEF EQUIPMENT PUMP Huntleigh Healthcare, Inc., has introduced the Betabed Micropump (B-32) System that, when used with an alternating pressure pad A pressure pad may be a trigger (pad) activated by weight often used as part of a security system. Supermarkets and big-box retailers often install pressure pads on their entrance and exit doors so that they open automatically when a customer with a shopping cart approaches. , relieves pressure by creating a constantly changing field of support while gently distributing the patient's body weight. The pump has been redesigned with a lightweight, slim-line casing. The new Micropump is equipped with a pressure regulator A Pressure regulator is a valve that automatically cuts off the flow of a liquid or gas at a certain pressure, usually for the purpose of preventing damage to plumbing. Pressure regulators are often used at the main entrance of water to a building. dial, on/off switch and high-flow output for quick setup. This low-noise, vibration-free pump is ideal for patients assessed at low to medium risk of pressure ulcers and can be used in any clinical setting. This high-powered pump runs all of Huntleigh Healthcare's alternating pressure pads (ventilating and nonventilating), including the Double Bubble[TM] and Alpha Trancell[R] Alternating Seat Cushion. PROTECTIVE HAND LOTION Skinvisible[TM] hand lotion protects against noxious noxious adj. harmful to health, often referring to nuisances. chemical agents commonly found in the work environment and acts as an active antimicrobial antimicrobial /an·ti·mi·cro·bi·al/ (-mi-kro´be-al) 1. killing microorganisms or suppressing their multiplication or growth. 2. an agent with such effects. barrier to known pathogens. Studies have shown no evidence of skin sensitization skin sensitization, n an allergic reaction to a particular irritant that results in the development of skin inflammation and itchiness. Unlike skin irritation, the skin becomes increasingly reactive to the substance as a result of subsequent exposures. to the lotion, which is important since, ideally, Skinvisible will be used many times throughout the day. The innovative basis of Skinvisible's formulation is its proprietary polymer membrane constituents that form a bond to the outermost out·er·most adj. Most distant from the center or inside; outmost. outermost Adjective furthest from the centre or middle Adj. 1. layer of the skin, lasting for up to four hours. The lotion's impermeable impermeable /im·per·me·a·ble/ (-per´me-ah-b'l) not permitting passage, as of fluid. im·per·me·a·ble adj. Impossible to permeate; not permitting passage. characteristics prevent penetration of harmful chemicals, including latex molecules, and its FDA-approved antimicrobial agent provides protection from a broad spectrum of infectious pathogens over the four-hour bonding time. RAISED PERIMETER MATTRESS Span-America Medical Systems, Inc., has unveiled a raised perimeter version of its Geo-Mattress[R] line of therapeutic foam mattress replacements. Called the Geo-Mattress with Wings[TM], the new product features firm, raised safety bolsters designed to help guide the user away from the edge of the bed. Unlike other perimeter mattresses, the Geo-Mattress with Wings does not compromise skin integrity by placing the user directly in contact with a hard, unprotected foam bolster. Instead, the entire mattress surface - including the bolsters - is topped by the clinically proven Geo-Matt antishearing, pressure-management surface. The mattress cover is constructed of fluid-proof antimicrobial fabric. The Geo-Mattress with Wings also incorporates Span-America's exclusive Heel Slope[TM] feature, designed to offload To remove work from one computer and do it on another. See cooperative processing. vulnerable heels and ankles in favor of the more pressure-tolerant lower legs. SALINE WOUND CARE SYSTEM A system of modern saline dressings from Molnlycke Health Care offers an alternative to traditional wet-to-dry/moist therapies for the management of wounds in the necrotic (black), inflammatory (yellow) or granulation granulation /gran·u·la·tion/ (-shun) 1. the division of a hard substance into small particles. 2. the formation in wounds of small, rounded masses of tissue during healing; also the mass so formed. (red) phases. Hypergel[R] (20% hypertonic hypertonic /hy·per·ton·ic/ (-ton´ik) 1. denoting increased tone or tension. 2. denoting a solution having greater osmotic pressure than the solution with which it is compared. saline gel) assists in the autolytic debridement of necrotic wounds, while Mesalt[R] (sterile sodium chloride sodium chloride, NaCl, common salt. Properties Sodium chloride is readily soluble in water and insoluble or only slightly soluble in most other liquids. It forms small, transparent, colorless to white cubic crystals. impregnated im·preg·nate tr.v. im·preg·nat·ed, im·preg·nat·ing, im·preg·nates 1. To make pregnant; inseminate. 2. To fertilize (an ovum, for example). 3. dressing) is used for cleaning infected and discharging wounds. Finally, in the granulating stage, Normlgel[R] (0.9% isotonic isotonic /iso·ton·ic/ (-ton´ik) 1. denoting a solution in which body cells can be bathed without net flow of water across the semipermeable cell membrane. 2. gel) protects and maintains a moist wound environment. Each product is color-coded to help the caregiver select the proper dressing for the wound condition. Molnlycke Health Care has produced the "Wound Care Product Application" video to help clinicians understand effective wound management and the use of the color-coded system. PLANTERS Planters is an American snack food company under Kraft Foods manufacturing, best known for its nuts and the Mr. Peanut icon that symbolizes them. Started by Italian immigrants Amedeo Obici and Mario Peruzzi in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in 1906, it was incorporated in 1908 StandUp Gardens are complete table-height gardening systems on wheels. Available in many styles, StandUp Gardens provide an indoor/outdoor gardening environment for flowers, herbs or vegetables. Along with a finished cedar stand, the Cedar Summit model includes a storage shelf with an aluminum screen, built-in irrigation irrigation, in agriculture, artificial watering of the land. Although used chiefly in regions with annual rainfall of less than 20 in. (51 cm), it is also used in wetter areas to grow certain crops, e.g., rice. and drainage, a concealed grow light with safety shield, built-in trellises for climbing plants, and more. CERVICAL SUPPORT PILLOWS Rolyan[R] SleepRite[TM] Cervical Support Pillows from Smith + Nephew's Rehabilitation Division provide correct, comfortable support for sleeping on the back or side. The SleepRite center and surrounding pillow cradle the head and support the neck in its natural anatomical position anatomical position n. The erect position of the body with the face directed forward, the arms at the side, and the palms of the hands facing forward, used as a reference in describing the relation of body parts to one another. . Rolyan premium 100% polyester fiberfill fi·ber·fill n. Lightweight synthetic fiber used as filling or insulation, as in comforters, pillows, and outerwear. provides the feel of down and fluffs to its original loft. Hypoallergenic hy·po·al·ler·gen·ic adj. Having a decreased tendency to provoke an allergic reaction. hypoallergenic (hī´pōal´urjen´ik), adj , antibacterial antibacterial /an·ti·bac·te·ri·al/ (-bak-ter´e-al) destroying or suppressing growth or reproduction of bacteria; also, an agent that does this. an·ti·bac·te·ri·al adj. and antimicrobial, the pillows are machine washable machine washable adj → lavable a máquina machine washable machine adj [garment] → lavable en machine machine washable machine , covered in a durable cotton/polyester fabric and offered in a variety of sizes and styles. |
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