Product News.Product information is supplied by manufacturers. Products described should not be construed as having the endorsement of APTA APTA American Physical Therapy Association. . Practice Management Software TherAssist Software 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. Management Suite[TM], a new practice management and scheduling program, contains 3 components that can help practice managers improve the efficiency or their operations. The first component, TherAssist CaseManager[TM], plans and manages patient treatment schedules to selected reimbursement levels. The second component, TherAssist RehabManager[TM], provides therapists with information about therapy minutes planned and used, bills accordingly for all types of service, and accommodates daily notes. The third component, TherAssist Automation Suite32[TM], helps convert evaluations, progress notes, and treatment forms into additional notes. Circle 187 on Reader Service Card Pain Management Smith & Nephew Bracing and Support Systems The FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. has cleared the PainBuster[TM], a non-narcotic infusion delivery system, for orthopedic applications. The PainBuster[TM] provides a continuous infusion of a non-narcotic, local anesthetic local anesthetic n. An agent that, when applied directly to mucous membranes or when injected about the nerves, produces loss of sensation by inhibiting nerve excitation or conduction. , such as bupivacaine, directly into the wound site for up to 72 hours. The use of nonnarcotics helps to eliminate the side effects Side effects Effects of a proposed project on other parts of the firm. , including sedation, nausea, vomiting, and respiratory depression, associated with the use of narcotics. The system includes an introducer needle, catheter, elastometric infusion pump infusion pump A device designed to deliver drugs and/or 'biologicals', at low doses and at a constant or controllable rate; ↑ rates of delivery in such devices may be associated with local hemolysis, compromising the potential benefits of a calibrated delivery , and other components. Circle 180 on Reader Service Card Cuff Weight Carrier Bailey Manufacturing Co Models 783 and 784 Cuff Weight Carriers have a durable, sturdy wood frame that sits on 4 swivel casters. Each cart comes with 30 pegs that will not pull away from the frame when weight is placed on them. The Model 783 carrier has a weight capacity of 200 lb, whereas the Model 784 carrier (pictured) has a weight capacity of 400 lb. Cuff weights are pictured but not included. Circle 176 on Reader Service Card Software Tekscan Inc The F-Scan system measures bipedal bipedal adjective Capable of locomotion on 2 feet plantar plantar /plan·tar/ (plan´tar) pertaining to the sole of the foot. plan·tar adj. Of, relating to, or occurring on the sole. pressures using a paper-thin disposable sensor placed inside the patient's shoes. These sensors are designed to detect, display, and record plantar forces while they take place, without interfering with normal gait. Three-dimensional graphics display plantar pressure distribution through all phases of gait and at almost any angle. The system has a new Windows[R] software upgrade. It now provides dynamic pressure display and contact area calculations, easier file management, faster file printing, and a streamlined calibration process. Circle 177 on Reader Service Card Electrode Uni-Patch Medical Supplies Versa-Use[TM] electrodes are reusable electrodes designed for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation n. TENS. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) A method for relieving the muscle pain of TMJ by stimulating nerve endings that do not transmit pain. , neuromuscular neuromuscular /neu·ro·mus·cu·lar/ (-mus´ku-ler) pertaining to nerves and muscles, or to the relationship between them. neu·ro·mus·cu·lar adj. 1. electrical stimulation, and functional electrical stimulation Functional electrical stimulation (commonly abbreviated as FES) is a technique that uses electrical currents to activate nerves innervating extremities affected by paralysis resulting from spinal cord injury (SCI), head injury, stroke or other neurological disorders, . These conformable and self-adhering electrodes are available in a variety of sizes and shapes. Circle 171 on Reader Service Card Patient Record System Berdy Medical Systems Inc SmartVoice is a voice recognition system that allows clinicians to build or update a patient's electronic medical record by speaking naturally into a microphone. SmartVoice contains a "gisting" component that helps it understand the context of a clinician's specialized language, allowing it to place the information in the appropriate section of the patient's electronic medical record. SmartVoice can be used as a front-end to any computerized patient record system. Circle 175 on Reader Service Card Traction Kit The Saunders Group Inc The Saunders Traction Accessory Kit contains a number items for positioning during supine traction. The complete kit includes 1-, 2-, and 3-in mobilization wedges; bolsters to elevate the legs in various positions; a pillow to provide comfort and relaxation for the head and neck; and a carrying case. Circle 172 on Reader Service Card Upper Body Cycle Biodex Medical Systems Inc The Upper Body Cycle is designed for patients with lost or weakened lower-extremity function. It features multiexercise modes, motivational feedback, and retrocycling capabilities. This cycle has 3 modes of operation: isokinetic isokinetic /iso·ki·net·ic/ (-ki-net´ik) maintaining constant torque or tension as muscles shorten or lengthen; see isokinetic exercise, under exercise. mode for resistance throughout the range of motion; constant power mode; and cardiac mode, during which the user's heart rate controls the workload. The seat can be removed to accommodate patients using wheelchairs, and the seat and arm cranks can be adjusted to accommodate patients of all sizes. Circle 179 on Reader Service Card Brochure Scooters To Go Inc "Medicare and Electric Wheelchairs: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals" is a brochure that helps health care professionals determine a patient's eligibility for an electric wheelchair under Medicare. It also explains what Medicare will and will not cover. It is available to physical therapists and other health care professionals on request. Circle 174 on Reader Service Card Rehabilitation Device JTech Medical Industries The new OTIS (Oscillating os·cil·late intr.v. os·cil·lat·ed, os·cil·lat·ing, os·cil·lates 1. To swing back and forth with a steady, uninterrupted rhythm. 2. Techniques for 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. Stabilization) rehabilitation device helps develop strength, endurance, proprioception proprioception Perception of stimuli relating to position, posture, equilibrium, or internal condition. Receptors (nerve endings) in skeletal muscles and on tendons provide constant information on limb position and muscle action for coordination of limb movements. , and static and dynamic joint stability. The OTIS device is a round plastic tube with a central handle and steel balls within the tube. During exercise, the patient grips the handle or the tube and uses controlled planar movements to rotate the balls around the perimeter of the tube. The OTIS device comes in 12-, 16-, and 20-in sizes. Circle 186 on Reader Service Card Inclinometer The Saunders Group Inc The Saunders Digital Inclinometer features alternate zero and hold buttons in an impact-resistant case. It also includes attachments for measurement over irregular surfaces and a ruler for measurement of radiograph radiograph /ra·dio·graph/ (-graf?) the film produced by radiography. ra·di·o·graph n. and sacral base sacral base, n the uppermost posterior part of the first sacral segment, which articulates with the fifth lumbar vertebral segment. angles. The comprehensive user's guide provides instructions, including the curve-angle method of range of motion measurement and the AMA (Automatic Message Accounting) The recording and reporting of telephone calls within a telephone system. It includes the calling and called parties and start and stop times of the call. guides for spinal range of motion measurement. Circle 181 on Reader Service Card Cushioning Mantec Services Co The Corner Cushion[TM] covers sharp edges on desks, tables, and counters where comfort and safety is needed. The cushions are made with polyurethane and covered with vinyl. They attach to edges using a peel-and-stick adhesive system. The Corner Cushion[TM] is ergonomically designed and can be used as a forearm support. It can also be reversed and used as a wrist rest. Circle 173 on Reader Service Card Catalog Smith & Nephew Rehabilitation Division The 1999 New Products Catalog introduces Lymwrap[TM] Lymphedema Bandaging Kits, Rolyan[R] TakeOff[TM] Sport and Wheelchair Gloves, fabrifoam[R] support wraps, and the Kinetec[R] Adventa[TM] Knee CPM Machine. The catalog also includes the R-Value line of products. Circle 182 on Reader Service Card Adaptive Home Products US Accessible US Accessible announces a broad line of adaptive home products for hygiene and lifting and transporting. This company's product line includes barrier-free showers in 8 sizes, side-entry bathing and whirlpool systems, mobile lifters and overhead lift systems, shower chairs, fold-down seats, and support bars. The "Maxi" tub is a recumbent recumbent /re·cum·bent/ (re-kum´bent) lying down. re·cum·bent adj. Lying down, especially in a position of comfort; reclining. bathing and whirlpool tub with a transporter, which helps make bathing patients easier for caregivers. Circle 184 on Reader Service Card Hand Exerciser The Hygenic Corp The latex-free Thera-Band[R] Hand Exercisers are specially formulated to meet a full range of applications, including postsurgical rehabilitation and preventive and fitness needs. They can also be placed in the refrigerator or microwave for hot or cold relief. The hand exercisers have a color-coded, progressive sequence of resistance levels ranging from yellow (extra-soft) to blue (firm). Circle 178 on Reader Service Card Bed Wheelchairs of Kansas Constructed with mild carbon steel for additional strength and durability, the Diamond Acute Care Bed can be easily transported. The bed is available in Semi Electric (600 lb capacity) and Full Electric (450 lb capacity) models. The Full Electric model has the following standard positions: Trendelenburg, reverse Trendelenburg reverse Trendelenburg, n.pr a position in which the lower extremities are lower than the body and head, which are elevated on an inclined plane. , and cardio chair. Optional features include half rails, a control holder, an IV pole holder, and a full-frame trapeze. Circle 185 on Reader Service Card Catalog Sprint/Rothhammer The 32-page 1999 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. and Rehabilitation Catalog has over 200 items, including flotation devices, flotation boards, neck collars, wheelchairs, gait trainers, resistance equipment, storage bins, and pool islands. Circle 183 on Reader Service Card |
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