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Dedicated Distribution/Lancet Labeling Program

“Your Name Here” Lancet Program

  • provides private-labeled lancet boxes
  • features color labels that include company name and contact information
  • features 48-hour turnaround on reorders; no minimum orders

Circle 435. Call 800/325-8367.
Web site: www.dedicateddistribution.com

GEMCO Medical/Blood Glucose Monitor

QuikTek

  • features compact design, large test strips, flip-top vial
  • features test-ejection system that does not require user to touch strips after test
  • stores 250 tests, with time and date; returns test results in as few as 10 seconds

Circle 436. Call 800/733-7976.

RD Equipment/Leg Bag Emptier

Electric Leg Bag Emptier

  • features 12-volt or 24-volt battery
  • designed to allow patient to drink as much as he/she wants
  • designed to be lightweight and fit under pant leg

Circle 448. Call 508/362-7498.
Web site: www.rdequipment.com

Abbott Laboratories/Blood Glucose Meter

Precision Xtra

  • designed to begin glucose test only after sufficient blood sample is applied
  • features end-fill design for easier blood application; back-lit display
  • stores up to 450 test results; able to test blood ketone

Circle 449. Call 866/657-7324.
Web site: www.medisense.com

Home Diagnostics/Blood Glucose Monitor

The Prestige IQ

  • features Internet-uploading capability; online monitoring program
  • program graphs include standard graphs, compare graphs, diabetes summary graphs and glucose summary graphs
  • complies with HIPAA regulations

Circle 440. Call 800/342-7226.
Web site: www.prestigesmartsystem.com

Humanicare/Bladder Pads

Dignity Women's Ultra Guards

  • feature soft, moisture-proof backing
  • feature a contoured shape, elastic on sides
  • designed for moderate to heavy leakage

Circle 445. Call 800/631-5270.
Web site: www.humanicare.com

Hygenics/Brief

Safe and Dry

  • water- and stain-resistant, 100 percent cotton
  • features wide, latex-free elastic at waist and legs
  • designed to stay cool and reduce skin irritation; machine washable

Circle 447. Call 305/937-0824.
Web site: www.hygenics.com

Roche Diagnostics/Blood Glucose Meter

Accu-Chek Compact Meter

  • features automated drum technology that dispenses test strips with a press of a button
  • features automatic calibration; data port for downloading results
  • delivers results within 15 seconds

Circle 438. Call 312/233-1246.
Web site: www.roche.com

PaperPak/Briefs

Attends

  • feature tear-away sides; lycra leg gathers; cloth-like non-woven outer barrier
  • designed for severe incontinence
  • designed to wick and trap wetness inside core

Circle: 442. Call 909/971-5627.
Web site: www.paperpak.com

Mentor/Male External Catheter

Clear Advantage with Aloe

  • features 100 percent silicone composition
  • features aloe to promote healthier skin
  • features kink-resistant nozzle

Circle: 443. Call 800/328-3863.
Web site: www.mentorcorp.com

Apex Foot Health Industries/Footwear

The Ariya

  • features cushion-backed, plush fabric lining
  • features Apex's removable Anti-Shox orthotic
  • features undersole insert for custom fit

Circle 441. Call 800/526-2739.
Web site: www.foot.com

KCI/Wound-Closure System

V.A.C. Freedom

  • applies localized negative pressure to draw wounds closed
  • designed to remove interstitial fluid to allow tissue decompression
  • portable

Circle 450. Call 877/WOUNDVAC (968-6382).
Web site: www.woundvac.com

MMAR Medical/Diabetic Shoe

Etonic TransAm

  • available in men's and women's styles and sizes
  • available in lace and velcro
  • Medicare-approved, “sneaker-type” shoe

Circle 439. Call 800/662-7633.
Web site: www.mmarmedical.com

SCA Incontinence Care/Protective Underwear

TENA Discreet

  • features soft elastics and cloth-like material; tear-away sides
  • pH-balanced to help control odors; available in medium and large
  • designed for light to moderate incontinence; latex-free

Circle 434. Call 800/992-9939.
Web site www.tena-usa.com

Therasense/Blood Glucose Monitor

FreeStyle

  • requires blood sample of only one-third of a microliter
  • allows for testing on forearm, upper arm, thigh, calf and hand
  • features 250-test memory; PC-downloadable data

Circle 437. Call 888/522-5226.
Web site: www.therasense.com

Salk/Incontinence Undergarments

Ladies HealthDri

  • now available in black, beige and white
  • feature nylon fabrication; do not require pads or liners
  • machine washable; machine dryable

Circle 444. Call 800/343-0243
Web site: www.Healthdri.com

Rochester Medical/Intermittent Catheter

Antibacterial Personal Catheter

  • features proprietary silicone composition with antibacterial agent in outer layer
  • releases antibacterial agent directly into urethra
  • designed for adult patients at risk for urinary tract and other infections

Circle 446. Call 507/533-9628.
Web site: www.rocm.com

Biomedical Systems/Ulcer Reliever Cushion

Air Flow

  • features U-shape design to allow air to flow around pressure sores
  • features washable, sheepskin cover; adjustable air chambers
  • accommodates wheelchair, bed and conventional chair

Circle 431. Call 314/576-6800.
Web site: www.biomedsys.com

Sage Products/Washcloth and Barrier Protection

Comfort Clean & Shield

  • designed for cleansing and deodorizing, and to provide barrier protection; disposable
  • designed to eliminate rather than mask odors
  • features virtually transparent barrier; allows for skin assessment without removal

Circle 433. Call 800/323-2220
Web site: www.sageproducts.com

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