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. . Training Device Fitter International Inc The VersaFitter is a lightweight, trackless training device that can be used in either open or closed kinetic chain exercises Closed Kinetic Chain Exercises (CKCE) are physical exercises performed where the hand (for arm movement) or foot (for leg movement) is fixed and cannot move. The hand/foot remains in constant contact with the surface, usually the ground or the base of a machine (8). . Users can incorporate functional sport-specific training for the upper extremities, torso, and lower extremities. The device's design allows users to challenge their core stability through multidimensional exercises such as ski simulation, balance training, lunges, squats, crunches, and plyometrics Plyometrics is a type of exercise that utilizes a rapid eccentric movement, followed by a short amortization phase, and then followed by an explosive concentric movement, which enables the synergistic muscles to engage in the myotatic-stretch reflex during the stretch-shortening . The system operates using variable resistance bands that allow the user to vary the level of resistance and the distance of travel. Circle 100 on Reader Service Card Antiseptic Solution Regent Medical Regent Medical has recently acquired the Hibiclens[R] brand of antiseptic/ antimicrobial skin cleansers. Hibiclens contains chlorhexidine gluconate Chlorhexidine gluconate is a chemical antiseptic. [1] It kills (is bactericidal to) both gram-positive and gram-negative microbes, although it is less effective with some gram-negative microbes. [2] It is also bacteriostatic. , an antimicrobial agent with rapid bactericidal bactericidal /bac·te·ri·ci·dal/ (bak-ter?i-si´d'l) destructive to bacteria. Bactericidal An agent that destroys bacteria (e.g. activity against a wide range of microorganisms, including gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. The solution can be used many times a day without dryness or discomfort and can be used as a general skin cleanser. Circle 101 on Reader Service Card Cervical 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. PEL Supply Co The new Lerman Non-Invasive Halo from USMC is a cervical orthosis that helps provide a stable and secure environment without using skull pins. Instead, silicone gel on the chin and forehead components stabilize the head. The Lerman Halo is a rigid brace that is designed to eliminate rotation, flexion flexion /flex·ion/ (flek´shun) the act of bending or the condition of being bent. flex·ion n. 1. The act of bending a joint or limb in the body by the action of flexors. 2. , and extension, and it can be fitted and applied while the patient is supine. Its strapping system slides easily under the body, reducing the danger of moving the patient. It can also be applied by a single clinician. All components are MRI-compatible. Circle 102 on Reader Service Card Catalog AliMed The Help at Home catalog includes products that promote independence in activities of daily living and aid patients in recovering from conditions such as hip replacement surgery or stroke. The catalog contains products in the area of bathroom satiety satiety being in a state of satiation; in experimental animals used with reference to eating and drinking. satiety center located in the ventromedial hypothalamic nucleus. , bedroom comfort, lifting and transferring, easier rising, walkers and 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 assistance, wheelchair comfort, and strength-building and exercise therapy. It also includes products such as safety guards and wandering alarms for patients with Alzheimer disease. Circle 103 on Reader Service Card Ergonomic Shoulder Bag AirPacks Inc The AirFleet.com is an ergonomic shoulder bag designed for carrying a laptop computer. It has a padded laptop compartment and an accordion file section along with a front organizer for pens, pencils, business cards, Palm[TM] Pilot, and cell phone and side mesh pockets for water and umbrella. The bag has AirPacks' ergonomic support system and air-filled shoulder straps and lumbar cushions to reduce the stress. Circle 104 on Reader Service Card Aquatic Exercise Adolph Kiefer & Associates Adolph Kiefer introduces the Ai Chi Poster Set and an Ai Chi Floor Sign. Ai chi is a water exercise and relaxation program that combines t'ai chi and chi gung techniques. The posters and signs have large illustrations of 19 ai chi and "cultivating the chi" postures with easy-to-read labels. The posters are printed in 2 colors on moisture-proof, rigid vinyl and measure 18 x 24 in; the 2-sided floor signs are made of high-density linear polyethylene and measure 12 x 20 in. Circle 105 on Reader Service Card Hand Exerciser The Hygenic Corporation The Hygenic Corporation introduces a new line of Them-Band color-coded progressively resistant hand exercise balls designed for patients with arthritis. The Hand Exerciser XL is an elongated e·lon·gate tr. & intr.v. e·lon·gat·ed, e·lon·gat·ing, e·lon·gates To make or grow longer. adj. or elongated 1. Made longer; extended. 2. Having more length than width; slender. ball that is one-third larger than the original Hand Exerciser ball. The larger size may be easier for patients with arthritis to grip and use to improve dexterity, mobility, and grip strength. The balls can be heated in a microwave and chilled in a refrigerator to provide hot and cold therapy. Circle 106 on Reader Service Card Activities of Daily Living Maddak Inc The Ableware[R] Door Knob Gripper helps people who have difficulty turning doorknobs. The gripper is ribbed on the inside to firmly grip a doorknob. The outer surface is smooth to the touch. Users can gently stroke the gripper to turn the knob and open the door. It can also be used on outdoor water faucets. Circle 107 on Reader Service Card Catalog Abilitations The newest catalog from Abilitations features 100 new products that are designed to help parents, physical therapists, and other health care professionals who work with children with special needs. These products help children in the areas of mobility, balance, vestibular ves·tib·u·lar adj. Of, relating to, or serving as a vestibule, especially of the ear. Vestibular Pertaining to the vestibule; regarding the vestibular nerve of the ear which is linked to the ability to hear sounds. motion, visual and auditory perception auditory perception Neurology The ability to identify, interpret, and attach meaning to sound , fine motor skills, tactile functions, and other areas. Circle 108 on Reader Service Card Rehabilitation Device Total Gym The Cuff Link rehabilitation tool is designed for shoulder and scapular scap·u·lar or scap·u·lar·y adj. Of or relating to the shoulder or scapula. scapular, adj pertaining to the region of the scapulae. scapular pertaining to the scapula. conditioning and rehabilitation. The device consists of a mobilization ring that is designed to support various handle settings. The Cuff Link has 3 different handle types for individual rehabilitation needs. Circle 109 on Reader Service Card Lumbothoracic Support CMO CMO See: Collateralized mortgage obligation CMO See collateralized mortgage obligation (CMO). Incorporated CMO introduces a short lumbar and thoracic support that measures 20 in at the spine and 6 in at the front. The support features a contoured top in the front for unrestricted movement and comfort, criss-crossing fastening straps, and adjustable shoulder straps. Circle 110 on Reader Service Card |
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