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. . Mat Platform Hausmann Industries Inc The Series 1425 Wheelchair Accessible Crank Hydraulic Mat Platforms are made with heavy-gauge steel with a black-powder-coated protective finish. Adjustable-height hydraulic cylinders are built into each of the corner legs, enabling the table to lift 750 lb. The handcrank adjusts the table's height from 20 in to 30 in and then folds away. The table-top is upholstered in nylon-reinforced vinyl with 2-in-thick urethane urethane (yoor´ithān´), n ethyl carbamate used as an anesthetic agent for laboratory animals, formerly used as a hypnotic in humans. foam padding. The available sizes are4 x 6 ft, 4 x 7 ft, 5 x 7 ft, and 6 x 8 ft. Circle 184 on Reader Service Card Cycle Ergometers Biodex Medical Systems Inc Biodex offers a line of cycle ergometers with isokinetic isokinetic /iso·ki·net·ic/ (-ki-net´ik) maintaining constant torque or tension as muscles shorten or lengthen; see isokinetic exercise, under exercise. and constant power modes and an optional cardiac mode, which monitors the user's heart rate and adjusts the workload to maintain the target rate. The Biodex line includes the Upper Body (pictured), Lower Body, and Semi-Recumbent. Each cycle has a large, easy-to-use, programmable LED display that shows real-time work, time, target settings, and actual performance. Circle 182 on Reader Service Card Catalog Ball Dynamics International Ball Dynamics announces the release of their latest full-color catalog that includes a broadened line of rehabilitation and fitness products and educational materials. The catalog includes ball accessories, TheraShapes[TM] positioning and balance products, and products for balance, resistance exercise, and 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. fitness. Circle 171 on Reader Service Card Activities of Daily Living Maddak Inc The Ableware[R] Pediatric Walker Caddy A plastic container that holds a CD or DVD disc for added protection. The bare disc is placed in the caddy, and the caddy is inserted into the drive. A caddy is not a jewel case. A jewel case protects the disc for transportation. A caddy protects the disc while reading and writing. helps children carry school books, homework, toys, games, and other items without assistance. The walker caddy hangs over the horizontal crossbar of the walker and has 2 aluminum straps that wrap around the walker legs to prevent swinging. It also has a cup holder in the bottom to hold a bottle, cup, or can. Circle 172 on Reader Service Card Electrode Uni-Patch Medical Supplies Softy softy - (IBM) Hardware hackers' term for a software expert who is largely ignorant of the mysteries of hardware. [TM] reusable foam electrodes feature a conductive, reinforced solid gel that allows the whole surface area of the electrode to conductive and self-adhering. These electrodes are available in pin or snap connection. Circle 173 on Reader Service Card 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. Ferno-Washington Inc The AquaCooler[TM] self-cooling pool controls and maintains water temperature, eliminating the need to haul ice. The AquaCooler[TM] has a linear beam construction, a 60-mm liner, and an automatic water treatment and filtering system. The size, depth, and shape can be customized. Accessories such as therapy jets, benches, windows, and lifts are available. Circle 176 on Reader Service Card Activities of Daily Living Smith & Nephew Rehabilitation Division The new Homecraft[TM] Folding Easireach Reacher is a lightweight 27-in reacher with a molded plastic jaw that includes a dressing hook, magnet, and serrated serrated /ser·rat·ed/ (ser´at-ed) having a sawlike edge. serrated (ser´āted), adj having a jagged or notched edge; saw-toothed. rubber lining. The reacher pulls apart and folds for storage and transporting. Circle 174 on Reader Service Card Seating Rehab Seating Systems Inc The Hi-Seat Artherapedic Hip Chair has been modified to incorporate the new Glide-Away Footrest, 2 seat-height positions (23 and 25 in), and easy-to-grip extended armrests. This ergonomically designed, easily adjustable seating system helps the user maintain correct posture while seated and helps reduce stress and pressure on the hip, knee, and back when the user rises from the chair. Circle 178 on Reader Service Card Step Stool Bailey Manufacturing Co The Model 721 Step Stool helps patients position themselves on treatment tables without having to jump up or down. It can also be used to keep a leg raised for a position change or examination. The step stool measures 12-in square and 9-in high. Circle 175 on Reader Service Card 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. DeRoyal The Single Patient Ankle Range of Motion Orthosis is designed to restore neutral foot position and function. This orthosis is easy to apply and is equipped with an adjustable tension system. Malleable malleable /mal·le·a·ble/ (mal´e-ah-b'l) susceptible of being beaten out into a thin plate. mal·le·a·ble adj. 1. Capable of being shaped or formed, as by hammering or pressure. wire foam allows custom fitting, and the self-wicking lining absorbs perspiration dampness. It can be worn during therapy and transfers and while walking. Circle 187 on Reader Service Card Pediatric Walker Merry Walker Corp The Merry Walker[R] Pediatric Walker is a steel-framed folding walker that helps provide stability for children during independent walking. Its weighted bottom helps prevent the walker from tipping. This device is now being distributed by Sammons Preston. Circle 177 on Reader Service Card Seating Accessory BioFit Engineered Products BioFit has replaced the seating adjustment mechanisms for many of its chair lines with a new Task Control. This control adjusts the backrest and seat height at the touch of a paddle. Each chair has 2 paddles that adjust the chair while the user is seated: a paddle at the front controls the seat height, and the back paddle adjusts the ergonomic tilt of the backrest. Circle 180 on Reader Service Card Standing System Accessory Altimate Medical Inc Altimate Medical has added an actuator handle extension option to the EasyStand 5000 standing system. It is designed for individuals with a limited range of motion who cannot reach the standard actuator handle on their own. Circle 179 on Reader Service Card Orthopedic Support CMO CMO See: Collateralized mortgage obligation CMO See collateralized mortgage obligation (CMO). Incorporated The Postpartum/Caesarian Binder helps provide additional support to weakened, stretched abdominal muscles abdominal muscles Clinical anatomy The large muscles of the anterior abdominal wall–external oblique, internal oblique, rectus abdominalis, which help in breathing, support spinal muscles while lifting, and help maintain abdominal organs and GI tract in their after the birth of a child. It is made with a special elastic that is gentle on sensitive skin. It is available in 3 sizes based on prepregnancy waist size: small (24-30 in), medium (32-38 in), and large (40-46 in). Circle 181 on Reader Service Card Maternity Support OPTP OPTP Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products OPTP Operability and Performance Test Plan OPTP Option Php The Maternity SI-LOC[TM] is a sacroiliac sacroiliac /sa·cro·il·i·ac/ (-il´e-ak) pertaining to the sacrum and ilium, or to their articulation. sac·ro·il·i·ac adj. belt with an abdominal lift pad. This belt provides support without buckles. It is made with a light, breathable breath·a·ble adj. 1. Suitable or pleasant for breathing: breathable air. 2. Permitting air to pass through: a breathable fabric. fabric and an additional layer of medical-grade, non-slip material to diminish skin irritation skin irritation, n reaction to a particular irritant that results in inflammation of the skin and itchiness. . Circle 185 on Reader Service Card Activities of Daily Living Maddak Inc The Ableware[R] Shampoo-Aide[TM] Shampoo Tray rests comfortably on a user's shoulders and helps the user to shampoo in an upright seated position. It helps avoid strain or discomfort in the neck that may be created by leaning back over a sink. Raised edges along the outside of the tray channel water into the sink. Circle 183 on Reader Service Card Weight Rack Ideal Medical Products Inc The Closet Weight Racks are available in 2 models. Model CC45 has pegboard storage on one side and 4 built-in shelves on the other side. Model CC 65 has pegboard storage on both sides, built-in dumbbell Dumbbell An investment strategy, used mainly for bonds, where holdings are heavily concentrated in both very short and long term maturities. Notes: This is also known as a barbell, charting on a timeline gives the appearance of a barbell or dumbbell. racks that hold 20 weights, and 4 extra shelves inside. 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