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NEW Products

Winco/Travel Wheelchair

The 117 Deluxe Lightweight Travel Chair

  • features 12-inch, solid rear tires; desk-height arms; fold-down back
  • features removable, adjustable footrests; padded seat and back; and dual-locking, adjustable rear brakes
  • weighs 21 pounds

Circle 493. Call 800/237-3377.
Web site: www.wincomfg.com

Leisure-Lift/Wheelchair Controller

Scout Shark

  • features compact module designed to remain cool
  • features 60-amps of power
  • designed to increase driving miles per charge

Circle 495. Call 800/255-0285
Web site: www.pacesaver.com

CareFore Medical/CPAP Meter

CF400

  • designed to test whether CPAP devices are delivering the prescribed pressure
  • requires only one test

Circle 489. Call 877/554-5400.

Altimate Medical/Standing Accessory

Tilt Table

  • designed for use with Altimate's EasyStand modular standing systems
  • can be added to the company's black molded table, clear desk table or oversized clear table
  • allows user to work at angles from 10 degrees to 45 degrees

Circle 487. Call 800/342-8968.
Web site: www.easystand.com

Computers Unlimited/Information Management Software

TIMS for Windows

  • features a relational database and GUI interface
  • designed to integrate billing, inventory and financial modules
  • designed for use with the Windows operating system

Circle 491. Call 406/255-9500.
Web site: www.cu.net

Sleep Solutions/Home Sleep Apnea Diagnostic Device

NovaSom QSG

  • designed for unassisted, unattended patient use at home
  • features sound analysis technology
  • Sleep Solutions delivers device to patient's home, scores the test and sends results to the clinician

Circle 497. Call 877/753-3776.
Web site: www.sleep-solutions.com

djOrthopedics/Rigid Brace

Defiance DropLock

  • designed to aid in the treatment of quadricep muscle disorders
  • features drop lock hinge that locks brace at 10 degrees short of full extension
  • able to switch to an unlocked, seated position at the push of a button

Circle 498. Call 760/734-4766.
Web site: www.djortho.com

Computer Applications Unlimited/HIPAA-Ready Software

Solution/One, with ANSI 4010 Readiness

  • complies with HIPAA transaction code sets; approved by all four durable medical equipment regional carriers
  • features mag-stripe option that allows user to swipe customer's credit card to apply data both to the issuer and the Solution/One Cash Register
  • features new, right-click navigation options

Circle 430. Call 717/541-0651.
Web site: www.cau.com

Chattanooga Group/Moist Heating Pad

TheraTherm

  • features digital hand control; lockout mode to prevent unintended control changes
  • designed to soothe muscle spasms, and inflammation caused by strain and tension
  • allows user to set temperature and time

Circle 488. Call 800/592-7329.
www.chattgroup.com

FLA Orthopedics/Hinged Knee Brace

PowerCentric

  • designed to support mild to moderate ligament strains and sprains, hyperextension, meniscal injuries, co-ligament instabilities and tears, and chronic knee instability
  • features hinges that allow for a full range of motion
  • features built-in stop to prevent hyperextension of the knee

Circle 490. Call 800/327-4110.
Web site: www.flexliteinfo.com

In Home Products/Physical Therapy Machine

In Home PT Machine

  • features passive or active exercise capabilities
  • can be used without transferring out of wheelchair, or with optional seating system
  • designed to work upper and lower body simultaneously

Circle 496. Call 800/810-8475.
Web site: www.inhomeproducts.com

Otto Bock Health Care/Pediatric Dependent Mobility Base

The Eco-Buggy

  • features aluminum frame
  • designed to fold into compact size for maneuverability and storage
  • features adjustable backrest and footrest to custom comfort settings

Circle 492. Call 800/328-4058.
Web site: www.ottobockus.com

Maddak/Walker Slides

Ableware Star Glides

  • designed for use in place of rubber tips on walker legs
  • designed to self-align with the floor to reduce friction
  • compatible with 2.5-centimeter diameter and 2.8-centimeter diameter walker legs

Circle 486. Call 973/628-7600.
Web site: www.maddak.com

Datex-Ohmeda/Pulse Oximeter Accessory

TruTrak

  • designed to improve pulse oximetry readings by selecting an algorithm based on the type and intensity of the patient's motion
  • designed for use with the Datex-Ohmeda's 3800 and 3900 stand-alone pulse oximeters
  • designed to reduce the number of false alarms

Circle 500. Call 303/666-7001.
Web site: www.datex-ohmeda.com

Sunrise Medical/Bed

The Guardian Homecare Bed Line

  • features welded-steel construction, reinforced head spring, easy-release motor mounts and hand-control pendant
  • full line includes seven bed models and 25 packages, which include bed, mattress and rail combinations
  • bed components are interchangeable among models

Circle 494. Call 888/353-2572.
Web site: www.sunrisemedical.com

Vantage Mobility International/Exterior Power Chair Lift

Outback ST

  • features adjustable, self-tensioning tie-down system, padded security strap and seatbelt-style buckle
  • features magnetic switches, large up and down arrows, and 300-pound lifting capacity
  • designed for use with most mid-wheel drive power chairs

Circle 485. Call 800/348-8267.
Web site: www.vantagemobility.com

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