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New Products

RoLoKe/Mattress Pads

The RoLoKe Mattress Pad Line

  • features pads with thicker base with shorter convolutes

  • features pads with thinner base with taller convolutes

  • designed to fit all bed sizes

Call 800/533-8212.
Circle 489 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

UpLift Technologies/Lifting Commode Chair

The Uplift Commode Assist

  • self-powered; designed to be used as stand-alone chair or over a toilet

  • features 220-pound weight capacity

  • features hydro-pneumatic lifting mechanism that slowly and automatically activates when user releases safety latch and shifts forward to stand

Call 800/387-0896. Web site: www.up-lift.com
Circle 495 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

KCI/Wound Care Device

The VAC Freedom

  • vacuum assisted closure device weighs less than four pounds

  • features carrying case that can be worn over the shoulder or around the waist

  • features on-screen help guide and large, 300-ml capacity canister

Call 888/275-4524. Web site: www.kci1.com
Circle 492 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

FLA Orthopedics/Ankle Brace

ProLite® Ankle Stirrup Brace with Air Liners

  • provides medial and lateral support; designed to treat mild to moderate sprains and strains

  • made of plastic shells with tri-layer foam and air bladders that conform to ankle for compression

  • features two riveted swivel straps, adjustable heel strap, standard shell height and universal design

Call 800/327-4110. Web site: www.proliteinfo.com
Circle 491 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Coloplast/Bathing System

The EasiCleanse Bath

  • features foam cloths that, when wet, become self-foaming, pH-balanced washcloths

  • non-irritating, non-sensitizing

  • free of dyes, preservatives and latex

Call 800/533-0464. Web site: www.coloplast.com
Circle 488 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Scooter Lift/Outside Lift

The Silver Star Advantage

  • features automatic locking mechanism to anchor scooter or power wheelchair

  • features 200-pound weight capacity

  • features optional battery pack and swing-away joint

Call 800/555-4385. Web site: www.scooter-lift.com
Circle 499 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Vermed/Electrodes

The SilveRest Line

  • designed for resting EKG and Echo Sound procedures
  • available in snap or tab form, and in foam or vinyl tape
  • feature low impedance; latex-free.

Call 800/245-4025. Web site: www.vermed.com
Circle 500 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

ResMed/Nasal Mask

The Mirage Vista

  • features one-snap elbow to allow mask to remain in place while detaching tubing

  • features pre-assembled, quick-release headgear with Breath-0-Prene

  • features multiple fit angles

Call 800/424-0737. Web site: www.resmed.com
Circle 491 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Spectronics/UV Lamp

The Spectroline EA-160

  • hand-held inspection lamp reveals uric acid crystals and other dried salts that cause odors

  • plugs into any AC outlet

  • features specular-aluminum reflector

Call 800/274-8888. Web site: www.spectroline.com
Circle 486 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Brown Medical Industries/Rehab Product

The TheraStretch

  • designed for spinal-extension flexibility and to promote upper-body strength

  • features non-latex foam laminate pad and polypropylene webbing straps

  • designed to allow in-home caregivers to assist patients with spinal-extension exercises

Call 800/843-4395. Web site: www.brownmed.com
Circle 494 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

Arcoa/Reaching Tool

The EZ-Assist Reacher

  • available in 26-, 30- and 32-inch lengths

  • features replaceable, non-slip, rubber cups for gripping

  • features lightweight, aluminum construction

Call 800/748-5529. Web site: www.arcoa.com
Circle 487 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

First Quality Products/Incontinence Product

The Prevail Male Guard

  • designed to fit male anatomy; features contoured design

  • features absorbent core system designed to quickly absorb fluid and reduce odors

  • features soft-side leakage barriers and full-length adhesive strip to secure it to undergarments

Call 800/227-3551. Web site: www.firstquality.com
Circle 496 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.

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