Juzo/Arm Sleeves
DreamSleeve
- colorful arm sleeves designed to help breast cancer survivors who have developed lymphedema
- made to look more like a fashion accessory than a medical garment
- available in a variety of sizes and compressions in pink, lavender and sky blue
Call 800/222-4999. Web site: www.juzousa.com
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Varilite/Back System
eBack
- general-use back system designed to provide upper body support and comfort; for clients requiring more support than a sling back
- incorporates hardware designed to make installation quicker and easier; adjustments can be made with user in wheelchair; adjustable air-foam flotation cushion for comfort
- available in widths from pediatric to bariatric, and regular and tall heights
Call 800/827-4548. Web site: www.varilite.com
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Colonial Medical/ Hair Care System
Zero-Flex
- for hair washing and coloring
- designed to prevent neck hyperextension, which can cause stroke from stretching the carotid arteries
- allows washing and rinsing of hair without the need to lean back or bend over in uncomfortable and unsafe positions
Call 800/323-6794. Web site: www.colonialmedical.com
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Invacare/Power Wheelchair
Storm Series Torque 3
- rear-wheel-drive Group 3 chair; 300-pound weight capacity; rehab or captain's seating
- single and multiple powered seating functions such as tilt, recline, elevating seat, and tilt/recline combination; H-frame design; 5.8-mph top speed; accepts 22NF or Group 24 batteries
- MK690 controller and SPJ joystick standard and upgradable; 4 pole motors; adjustable rehab seat; width and depth adjustments in one-inch increments within a range while maintaining same seat pan; rubber element suspension
Call 800/333-6900. Web site: www.invacare.com
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WearClose/Ostomy Apparel
Primera
- stretchable and breathable material
- interchangeable for left- or right-side position; designed to eliminate crunching noises, pendulum swinging and bulky silhouettes
- multiple adjustors for personal fit
Call 866/994-1757. Web site: www.wearclose.com
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Xero Products/Ostomy Protector
Dry Corp. Dry Pro Waterproof
- made of surgical rubber material
- uses pump to create a vacuum seal; when protector is put on, pump sucks out air so protector cannot come off and ostomy pouch stays dry and secure
- re-usable
Call 888/337-9776. Web site: www.drycorp.com
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Sroufe Healthcare Products/Display
Sher Brand 460 Series Spinner
- available as one or two tiers, depending on height limitations; one tier can hold 18 pairs of either full-length or 3/4 length inlays, while two tiers can hold 18 pairs of full-length and 18 pairs of 3/4 length inlays
- includes two 15-inch poles, two rotors, two clamps, a Sher header card, a round base, twelve hooks, a sign clip and an instruction sheet
- personalized inlays also available
Call 260/894-4171. Web site: www.sroufe.com
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Omron Healthcare/Blood Pressure Monitor
HEM-711 DLX
- features adjustable cuff for regular- and large-size arms
- extra-large digital display includes diagnostic measures for hypertension, and detects irregular heartbeat, along with standard metrics such as systolic and diastolic blood pressure, pulse, date and time
- advanced averaging and 60 measurements of memory storage with date and time stamp
Call 847/680-6200. Web site: www.omronhealthcare.com
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Cogi Systems/Electronic Reminder
eMinder
- computer-generated Simple Message Service (SMS) that delivers a text message to the user's mobile phone, reminding patient or caregiver that it's time for medication to be taken
- also a reminder for appointments and other notification needs
- service available for a variety of mobile phones and Blackberry-style devices
Call 800/969-1632. Web site: www.cogisystems.com
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Home Care by Moen/Grips
Nine-inch Designer Hand Grips
- for installation near doorways, stairs, showers, tubs and toilets
- made from polypropylene material with non-slip grip; contemporary and traditional designs
- designed to resist rust and stains; all mounting hardware included
Call 800/882-0116. Web site: www.homecare.moen.com
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Chad Therapeutics/Pediatric In-Home Filling System
Omni-2
- designed specifically for pediatric oxygen patients
- provides pediatric systems that weigh less than three pounds for transport in backpack or diaper bag
- flow meter with pediatric flow rate from 1/8 lpm to 2 lpm for stationary use; compatible with Chad delivery devices and pediatric flow regulators
Call 800/423-8870. Web site: www.omni-to2.com
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LifeScience Plus/Gauze
BloodSTOP Hemostatic Gauze
- designed to stop bleeding more quickly than traditional cotton gauze and pressure techniques; interacts with blood platelets to form clear gel that blocks blood flow
- water-soluble, hypoallergenic gauze made from natural cellulose; designed to wash off without causing additional trauma to wound area; transparent, for monitoring wound
- can be cut to fit difficult areas such as the mouth, nose and deep wounds
Call 877/587-5433. Web site: www.lifescienceplus.com
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Respironics/Noninvasive Ventilator
BiPAP AVAPS
- features AVAPS (Average Volume Assured Pressure Support) technology — an algorithm that provides an average target tidal volume by automatically adapting pressure support to meet the patient's needs
- has comfort of pressure ventilation and consistent clinical efficacy of delivering a target tidal volume in one compact, lightweight machine
- weighs 4.2 pounds; integrated heated humidifier; built-in alarms; Encore SmartCard technology
Call 800/345-6443. Web site: www.respironics.com
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Healthwares Manufacturing/Back Rest
Strap Back
- flexible, adjustable tension and contour back rest
- designed for greater trunk stability, active extension of the lumbar and more room for end users with redundant tissue
- adjustable straps for positioning; zippered cover for customizing padding or inserting gel packs or air cells; folds to allow chair to fold
Call 800/492-7371. Web site: www.healthwares.com
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BAE Systems/Gloves
Hatch Edema Control Gloves
- designed to help reduce swelling and hypertrophic scarring caused by burn and traumatic injury
- can also be used for compression and protection against bruises; worn by patients with arthritis, and be used as a cast liner
- made of medical-grade Lycra; seams sewn on outside of glove to make it more comfortable and increase wearability; available in six different models
Call 800/347-1200. Web site: www.hatch-corp.com
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