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Getting Back To Business

The effects of Medicare's competitive bidding delay are a complicated matter.

Marketplace

ADLs/Ambulatory Aids

American Bantex/Rollator

Patrol Companion

  • both a wheeled walker and companion wheelchair
  • 8-inch casters for easy pushing; large basket; high-strength frame
  • back bar for pushing; simple fold down foot plates; folds for transport in vehicle

Call 800/633-4839. Web site: www.americanbantex.com

Freedom Distributors/Dinnerware

Freedom Dinnerware and Cup Holders

  • dishes and cup holders designed for people with hand tremors, paralysis, Parkinson's disease, arthritis or uncontrolled movement and disabilities that restrict hand movement necessary for eating independently
  • extended rims, built- in dividers or special scoop angles
  • suction system pad base keeps items in place

Call 662/226-0054. Web site: www.freedomdinnerware.com

Graham-Field Health Products/Folding Walker

Lumex UpRise Onyx

  • all-in-one folding walker and rising aid; single-release folding mechanism to help users with limited hand dexterity
  • doubles as portable toilet safety frame
  • made of lightweight aluminum tubing; contoured, plastic grips

Call 800/347-5678 Web site: www.grahamfield.com

Roll-A-Bout/Crutch Substitute

SW-500

  • for patients 4'9" to 6'4" tall; 500-pound weight capacity; adjusts without tools from left- to right-leg injuries
  • steerable; lightweight; wire basket and optional cup holder
  • dual brakes; two-piece knee and ankle cushions

Call 888/736-6151. Web site: www.roll-a-bout.com

Home Care by Moen/Transfer Bench

Premium Transfer Bench

  • height-adjustable; seat has rounded end for transfers
  • wide post leg; anti-slip rubber feet
  • 400-pound weight capacity

Call 800/882-0116. Web site: www.homecare.moen.com

Nine Stars Group/Trash Can

Automatic Infrared Sensor Trash Can

  • opens and closes automatically with the wave of a hand
  • infrared sensor detects motion within inches of its range
  • once an object is within range, lid automatically opens; when object is no longer present, the trash can lid closes automatically

Call 866/978-2778. Web site: www.ninestarsusa.com

Sunrise Medical/Folding Walker

Guardian Select Lightweight Palm-Release

  • weighs 4.9 pounds and has 300-pound weight capacity
  • large press-to-fold tabs can be operated with one hand
  • 17.25 inches between the latex-free hand grips

Call 800/333-4000. Web site: www.sunrisemedical.com

Granny Jo Products/Bath Cape

Terry Bath Cape

  • 100 percent cotton terry for use after bathing or water therapy; glides on easily for those with shoulder problems
  • stand-up mandarin collar; Velcro closures
  • front hand and arm openings; two large pockets; 36-inch length; one size fits most

Call 863/698-9130. Web site: www.grannyjoproducts.com

Enhanced Mobility/Bath Assist

Freedom Ring

  • developed for user to move from wheelchair to toilet or bath; mounts between two wall studs and folds up when not in use
  • ring design for 180-degree range of motion; bar positioned in front of user, where he or she has the most strength
  • designed to support user's weight if he or she becomes dizzy or needs to rest

Call 800/491-6802. Web site: www.enhanced-mobility.com

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