Product News.Pain and Pressure Measurement JTech Medical The new Commander Algometer[TM] helps measure trigger-point tenderness and pressure sensitivity. This device helps the user perform a full examination without stopping to record data. The console stores and analyzes data for up to 40 bilateral tests with 1 to 4 repetitions per test, and it automatically calculates coefficient of variation Coefficient of Variation A measure of investment risk that defines risk as the standard deviation per unit of expected return. , test averages, and percentage of left/right deficit. These data can then be downloaded to a PC. Two interchangeable tips permit the testing of large muscles and the smallest muscles of the head or neck. Circle 183 on Reader Service Card Positioning System Skil-Care Corp The new In-Bed Patient Positioning System helps a caregiver reposition patients who are bedridden bed·rid·den or bed·rid adj. Confined to bed because of illness or infirmity. while helping to reduce the caregiver's risk tot injury. This system securely supports the side-lying patient using a special positioning pad and wedged bolsters. The special positioning pad eliminates hands-on pressure, helping to make the repositioning pain-free for patients who are flail. The system has strong web handles for improved patient repositioning and a 3-layer construction that wicks away and holds urine. Circle 174 on Reader Service Card Surgical Glove Regent Medical The new Biogel[R] Orthopaedic[TM] surgical glove has a textured surface that provides an enhanced grip. Designed to be used during rigorous procedures, this glove is over 30% thicker than the standard Biogel[R] surgical glove. Like all gloves in this product group, the Biogel[R] Orthopaedic[TM] is powder-free. They are available in different sizes for both the left and right hand. Circle 171 on Reader Service Card Clothing Bauerfeind The Champion PowerSox[TM] from the Spa Hosiery Collection[TM] are over-the-calf socks that provide 20 to 30 mm Hg of compression for patients with diabetes. The graduated compression that these socks deliver is designed to help increase circulation and 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. and thereby prevent and relieve venous ulcers. They are available in white, black, navy, and brown. Each is available in the following leg protection factors: 3 (20 to 30 mm Hg) and 4 (30 to 40 mm Hg). Factors 1 (8 to 15 mm Hg) and 2 (15 to 21 mm Hg) are coming soon. Circle 181 on Reader Service Card Exercise Tubing NZ Manufacturing Inc The MediCordz[R] line of rehabilitation tubing kits is designed to accommodate all the major joints and muscle groups. This product line includes interchangeable tubing kits for the neck, back, shoulder, and knee. In addition to joint-specific kits, a complete array of modular tubing, modular bungle cords, straps, belts, handles, wrist supports, headsets, and mounting systems is available. Circle 172 on Reader Service Card Splint Silipos Inc The SiloSplint combines a non-rigid splint with a soft, polymer gel pad. The splint provides a protective barrier against external trauma while providing support and pain relief for deQuervain syndrome. The removable gel pad helps cushion, absorb, and redistribute external pressure exerted on the injured thumb, and it releases medical-grade mineral oil to help reduce and prevent hypertrophic scar hypertrophic scar Keloid, see there formation after the removal of sutures. It can also be chilled to provide cold therapy. Circle 173 on Reader Service Card Medicine Ball M-F M-F Monday Through Friday Athletic Co The First Place[R] Medicine Ball has a textured surface for an easy hand grip. It is available in 7 sizes, from 2.2 lb to 15.5 lb, and comes with a 3-year guarantee. Circle 175 on Reader Service Card Reusable Dressing Tapeless Technologies Inc This patented system of nonadhesive, washable, and reusable secondary wound dressings is intended to accommodate any anatomic area or problem. These dressings can be cut to fit any unusual wound without losing shape or elasticity. A patented window in the holder allows clinicians to see the primary dressing and the movement of air to the wound site. Circle 176 on Reader Service Card Heel Lift PEL Supply Co The Adjust-A-Lift heel lifts Heel Lifts or Height insoles (Lifties in the U.K.) are a wedge-shaped shoe insert which fits in the heel portion of a shoe, with the purpose of adding elevation under one or both feet for therapeutic purposes. helps treat leg-length deficiencies, heel spurs Heel Spurs Definition A heel spur is a bony projection on the sole (plantar) region of the heel bone (also known as the calcaneous). This condition may accompany or result from severe cases of inflammation to the structure called plantar fascia. , Achilles tendinitis Achilles tendinitis Sports medicine A condition characterized by pain and swelling along the tendon sheath proximal to the calcaneus Clinical Stiffness with ankle movement, tenderness, crepitus Imaging Usually nada, rarely, soft tissue thickening Management , calcaneal calcaneal /cal·ca·ne·al/ (kal-ka´ne-al) pertaining to the calcaneus. calcaneal arising from or pertaining to the calcaneus. periostitis periostitis /peri·os·ti·tis/ (-os-ti´tis) inflammation of the periosteum. per·i·os·ti·tis or per·i·os·te·i·tis n. Inflammation of the periosteum. , apophysitis, epiphysitis, and general heel bruising. These heel lifts are available in 3 sizes and are height adjustable in 1/8-in increments. Each lift contains 3 removable layers bonded together with industrial-grade, double-faced adhesive. Circle 178 on Reader Service Card Support Pillow Smith & Nephew Rehabilitation Division Rolyan[R] SleepRite[TM] Cervical Support Pillows help provide correct support while sleeping on the back and side. The SleepRite[TM] center and surrounding pillow cradle the head and support the neck in correct anatomic position anatomic position, n a reference posture of the human body, in which the anterior view of the human body is shown standing with legs slightly apart, feet forward, palms facing forward. . The pillows are made with 100% polyester fiberfill fi·ber·fill n. Lightweight synthetic fiber used as filling or insulation, as in comforters, pillows, and outerwear. and are covered in durable cotton/polyester fabric. They are offered in a wide variety of sizes and styles. Circle 179 on Reader Service Card Pain Relief Lane Labs BeneJoint[TM] is a topical arthritis pain relief cream that combines capsaicin capsaicin /cap·sa·i·cin/ (kap-sa´i-sin) an alkaloid irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, the active ingredient of capsicum; used as a topical counterirritant and analgesic. cap·sa·i·cin n. and pure shark cartilage shark cartilage, n cartilage obtained from the hammerhead and dogfish sharks, used as an anticancer, antiinflammatory, and antiangiogenic treatment. Precautions for those with liver disease. . The 0.025% capsaicin formulation provides a warm, soothing sensation in arthritic joints while 2 regenerative compounds in the shark cartilage--glucosamine and chrondroitin sulfate--are formulated to help repair joint and cartilage damage. BeneJoint[TM] comes in 1.5-oz tubes. Circle 182 on Reader Service Card Wound Dressing Molnlycke Health Care Mepilex[TM] with safetac[TM] is a self-adherent, 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. foam dressing foam dressing Wound care A highly absorbent dressing, which allows less frequent changing of dressings and ↓ maceration of surrounding tissues Indications Heavily exudating wounds, especially after debridement or desloughing, when drainage peaks; deep cavity that avoids damaging the delicate, newly formed tissue in a wound. The safetac[TM] coating serves as an interface between the wound tissue and the absorbent dressing. It allows 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. to pass through and into the foam, helping to prevent wound re-injury when the dressing is changed. Mepilex[TM] will 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. intact skin but not to the moist wound surface. Circle 184 on Reader Service Card Work Hardening Product Bailey Manufacturing Co The Shoveling Work Station Model 6045 is designed to challenge an individual's strength and endurance and to simulate on-the-job work tasks. The workstation has multiple shelf heights that allow varied range of motion for arms, shoulders, legs, and back and simulate on the-job duties. Sand is the material recommended for the station. A shovel is included. Circle 180 on Reader Service Catalog Smith & Nephew Inc Rehabilitation Division The 1999 Rehabilitative Care Catalog offers products for 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 , exercise, lymphedema, clinical treatment, and other rehabilitation areas. The catalog highlights the R-Value product line and introduces Lymwrap[TM] Lymphedema Bandaging Kits, Rolyan[R] TakeOff[TM] Sport and Wheelchair Gloves, fabri-foam[R] Support Wraps, and the Kinetec[R] Adventa[TM] Knee CPM Machine. Circle 185 on Reader Service Card Brace CMO CMO See: Collateralized mortgage obligation CMO See collateralized mortgage obligation (CMO). Inc The LumboThoracic Support is made with high-quality elastic and Velcro[R]. It measures 20-in high at the spine to provide full support. The top and bottom are contoured for unrestricted movement. The crisscrossing abdominal straps require minimal strength to fasten, and the adjustable, padded shoulder straps attach in the front, making it easy to put on. Circle 186 on Reader Service Card Support Pillow Core Products International Inc The CerviTrac[TM] cervical support pillow features 5 different channels that provide varying positioning and support levels, which support the neck properly. The center of the pillow uses 3 channels to cradle and support the head while the user sleeps on the back or side. The 2 outer channels conform to the neck's natural curve. This design also limits fiber migration, which makes it a long-lasting pillow. Circle 177 on Reader Service Card Practice Management Software MediSoft The PortBill software is designed for the 3Com[R] family of Palm[TM] computers. It links MediSoft Patient Accounting for Windows to the Palm[TM] organizer to create a hand-held, electronic superbill that clinicians can use to record patient sessions and create changes in MediSoft Patient Accounting. Circle 187 on Reader Service Card |
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