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Urinary Incontinence Urinary Incontinence Definition

Urinary incontinence is unintentional loss of urine that is sufficient enough in frequency and amount to cause physical and/or emotional distress in the person experiencing it.
 

Thought Technology Ltd

Thought Technology offers an integrated system that will help reduce urinary incontinence through pelvic muscle exercise and biofeedback biofeedback, method for learning to increase one's ability to control biological responses, such as blood pressure, muscle tension, and heart rate. Sophisticated instruments are often used to measure physiological responses and make them apparent to the patient, who . This system consists of the U-Control[TM], a home trainer that fits in the palm of the hand and signals a patient when to relax or contract the pelvic muscles, and MyoTrac 3G[TM], which is used to analyze and monitor pelvic muscle exercise. The MyoTrac 3G[TM] also allows clinicians to record and download session data and can be used to analyze muscle strength, fatigue, and latency to contract and relax.

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Wheelchair

Wheelchairs of Kansas

The Overlander is a wheelchair designed to accommodate users who want extra power in the home or in rural and outdoor environments. This wheelchair can carry users who weigh between 150 and 750 lb. It features 4-in independent hubs, a non-slip 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
 belt drive, heavy-duty forks, and an adjustable suspension. The Overlander has standard removable, desk-length armrests and stain-resistant upholstery on the solid seat and back.

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Mat Platform

Bailey Manufacturing Co

The Bailey Basics BB9925 Wall-Mounted Mat Platform is a folding mat platform that locks into position against the wall when not in use. The table measures 4 ft x 7 ft x 20 in, and it contains a 2-in-thick foam top that is upholstered in black vinyl.

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Stimulation and Ultrasound

Mettler Electronics Corp

The Mettler Trio of combination stimulation and ultrasound machines includes the Sys*Stim[R] 294, which provides 4 channels of muscle stimulation; the Sonicator[R] Plus 994, which provides 4 channels of muscle stimulation and also offers 1 and 3 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc.  of ultrasound; and the Sonicator[R] Plus 992, which provides 2 channels of muscle stimulation and ultrasound. All 3 devices provide muscle stimulation using the same waveforms: interferential, premodulated, medium frequency, biphasic bi·pha·sic  
adj.
Having two distinct phases: a biphasic waveform; a biphasic response to a stimulus. 
 (TNS TNS

transcutaneous neural stimulation.
), high volt, and microcurrent.

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Wrist Wrap

Ergodyne

The new Ergodyne[R] 400 universal elastic wrist wrap is a lightweight support made with durable elastic. The Ergodyne[R] 400 has a wide base of hook-and-loop closure material that easily adjusts to a variety of wrist sizes. It can be worn next to the skin or over clothes and is available in black, beige, and white.

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Neck Collar

Lefebvre Advertising

The new HC100 and HC200 neck collars are tailored to wrap under the chin and around the neck, resting against the shoulders and chest. The HC 100 weighs 12 oz and offers an extra level of head stabilization through 2 "pillows" at the side of the collar that support the jaw and cheek. The HC200 weighs 8 oz and does not restrict lateral head movements; it is designed for people who need additional support during sleep or people with weakened neck muscles.

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Electrotherapy electrotherapy /elec·tro·ther·a·py/ (-ther´ah-pe) treatment of disease by means of electricity.

e·lec·tro·ther·a·py
n.
Medical therapy using electric currents.
 Unit

Elmed Inc

The Elmed Endodyne Dual 12 eletrotherapy unit provides interferential, medium frequency, and "Russian technique" currents, which can be applied by pads or vacuum electrodes. This unit is designed for the treatment of muscular and bone pain syndromes and as an adjunct therapy for posttraumatic posttraumatic /posttrau·mat·ic/ (post?traw-mat´ik) occurring as a result of or after injury.

post·trau·mat·ic
adj.
Following or resulting from injury or trauma.
 conditions, rheumatism rheumatism (r`mətĭzəm), general term for a number of disorders that cause inflammation and pain in muscles, bones, joints, or nerves. , and arthritis.

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Exercise Equipment

Biodex Medical Systems Inc

The Biodex Multi-Joint System 3 is available in 3 configurations: Pro, MVP (Multimedia Video Processor) A high-speed DSP chip from Texas Instruments, introduced in 1994. Officially introduced as the TMS320C80, it combines RISC technology with the functionality of four DSPs on one chip. , and Quick Set. Each system offers 5 modes of testing (isokinetic isokinetic /iso·ki·net·ic/ (-ki-net´ik) maintaining constant torque or tension as muscles shorten or lengthen; see isokinetic exercise, under exercise. , passive, isometric isometric /iso·met·ric/ (-met´rik) maintaining, or pertaining to, the same measure of length; of equal dimensions.

i·so·met·ric
adj.
1.
, 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.
, and reactive eccentric) with speeds ranging from 0 to 500 [degrees]/sec and torque ranging from 0 to 500 ft.lb. The MVP and Quick Set offer additional options: the MVP configuration includes the Biodex Balance System, and the Quick Set configuration includes the Biodex Balance System and an upper-body cycle.

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Positioning System

Convaid

Convaid has expanded the compact, folding Metro Mobile Positioning System to include 12- and 14-in-wide seats. These chairs have a crash-tested version and come with adjustable pelvic positioning. The fabric seats remove easily for washing.

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Rehabilitation Equipment

M-F M-F Monday Through Friday  Athletic Co

The Cat[TM] is a rehabilitation device that provides a variety of exercises to help speed recovery from lower-extremity injuries. The device features new encased en·case  
tr.v. en·cased, en·cas·ing, en·cas·es
To enclose in or as if in a case.



en·casement n.
 elastic tubing with a safety sleeve to prevent breakage. The 2 tubes hook into a 4-in padded, neoprene neoprene: see rubber.
neoprene

Any of a class of elastomers (rubberlike synthetic organic compounds of high molecular weight) made by polymerization of the monomer 2-chloro-1,3-butadiene and vulcanized (cross-linked, like rubber), by sulfur,
 belt with attachments on each hip area that slide forward and backward in a 180- degree arc as the user changes direction.

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Bandaging Kit

Smith & Nephew Rehabilitation Division

The Lymwrap[TM] Lymphedema Bandaging Kits are latex-free, low-stretch, multilayered medical bandage systems for use in treating lymphedema and 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. . The kits include reusable, machine-washable bandages and durable, easy-to-tear tape, which eliminates the need for clips. The kits come in a convenient carrying case.

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Patient Transfer

Maddak Inc

The Ableware Elevated Wheelchair Transfer Seat converts a standard toilet seat into an elevated wheelchair transfer seat. The device bolts onto most standard toilets and uses a standard toilet seat to maintain the decor of the user's bathroom. It elevates the height of the toilet by 3 in. Lateral gripping slots provide a secure and convenient place to grab the seat during the transfer.

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Exercise Ball Accessory

The Hygenic Corporation

The new Thera-Band[TM] Exercise Ball Stackers allow the stable stacking of more than one inflated Thera-Band[TM] Exercise Ball. The stackers can be adjusted to 2 different positions in order to accommodate different-sized exercise balls.

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Exercise Accessory

Scifit Ltd Co

Designed as a simple key that can be carried on a key chain, the CardioKey[TM] stores protocols for therapy, rehabilitation, or exercise sessions. This key can be customized for each user and serves as a link among the user, the therapist, and any piece of Scifit cardio equipment. It provides a printed report showing actual session data.

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Parallel Bars

Bailey Manufacturing Co

The Bailey Basics Model BB9950 Floor Mounted Parallel Bars are designed for permanent installation. The handrail is 10 ft long and 1 1/2 in in diameter. The bar height can be adjusted from 24 in to 44 in.

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Lumbar Traction

Glacier Cross Inc

The Homestretch home·stretch  
n.
1. The portion of a racetrack from the last turn to the finish line.

2. Informal The final stages of an undertaking.

Noun 1.
 is a portable lumbar traction device that weighs 13 lb. It provides traction control with minimal slippage and a consistent pull of up to 180 lb (60 psi). Homestretch operates pneumatically through the use of a hand pump. This device comes complete with chest and pelvic straps, traction bed, air-pressure pump, gauge, release valve, and a manual with back care guidelines and back exercises.

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Exercise Equipment

Brookdale Medical Specialties Ltd

The Response Leg Curl and Leg Extension Combo with Dual Range Limiter lim·it·er  
n.
1. One that limits: a limiter of choices.

2. Electronics A circuit that prevents the amplitude of a waveform from exceeding a specified value. Also called clipper.
 allows curls and extensions that target the quadriceps and hamstrings muscles from an upright seated position. This single, compact unit has an adjustable range of motion control and an adjustable leg roller and back rests.

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