June 2003

On the Market

Pediatric Stander

Wenzelite Re/hab, Brooklyn, NY, presents the Out/stander, a pediatric multi-positioning stander that allows for three standing positions: upright, prone, and supine. This chair meets the needs of a child whose standing position must be varied, and features a central pole with a tilt mechanism and adjustable footrest, foot restraint and heel cups, knee blocks, curved rigid hip support, lateral and trunk supports, headrest, and dining tray. The central pole can be replaced for increased range of height, and the adjustable accessories allow for a wide range of growth for the single user and flexibility for use in schools for many children. (800) 706-9255; www.wenzelite.com.





Off-Road Wheelchair

Innovation in Motion, Angola, Ind, introduces the Frontier, an off-road mid-wheel drive wheelchair. The product combines the aggressive off-road features of the Extreme 4x4 with the maneuverability and speed of a primary, conventional mid-wheel drive wheelchair. The precision handling integrates mid-wheel drive dynamics with state- of-the-art technology, allowing for pinpoint control while indoors. Outdoors, all six wheels maintain constant contact with the most challenging terrain through the articulating suspension frame. The Frontier’s grip provides good performance in all types of terrain, including beach and snow. (800) 327-0681; www.vestil.com.




Electrical Stimulation Device

Electromedical Products Inc, Mineral Wells, Tex, presents Alpha-Stim® technology for the treatment of chronic, acute, and postoperative pain plus anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress-related disorders. Supported by more scientific research than any device in its class, there are over 40 studies abstracted on the company’s Web site. The company offers toll-free clinical support and a 60-day loan option for licensed health care practitioners who would like to try it in their practice (for first-time customers only). (800) FOR-PAIN; www.alpha-stim.com.





Diagnostic Assessment Equipment

Zevex Physical Evaluation, Salt Lake City, introduces the JTech Commander line, which brings advanced levels of sophistication and versatility to portable diagnostic and outcome assessment equipment. This line includes instruments for muscle testing, grip strength testing, algometry, dual inclinometry, and force testing. These units automatically collect data from the device, store results, compute statistics, and prompt you for the next test when testing in a series. Commander consoles also allow you to select tests, delete unwanted information, and redo incomplete tests with simple push-button operation. (800) 985-8324; www.zevex.com.




Patient Transfer System

B.M. Brantman Inc, Lake Forest, Ill, announces a new trial offer available for the BeasyTrans Easy Transfer Systems family of products. The BeasyTrans allows for a patented, frictionless, no-lift patient transfer that protects both caregiver and transferee. It is designed for ease of use, with the seat moving smoothly across the base and bearing the friction. This reduces tissue breakdown and shoulder and back injuries. (800) BeasyTrans; www.NurseBeasy.com.





Small Ball Release Program

OPTP, Minneapolis, introduces the Fitball® Body Therapy, a small ball release program designed to help patients achieve full muscular and myofascial release. The balls, along with the latest in stretching techniques, help stretch beyond the muscle into the interconnecting web of myofascia. Cheryl Soleway, a Fitball master trainer and physical therapist, gives step-by-step procedures for effectively creating “space,” length, and release of muscular and connective tissue. Areas effectively treated with this program include shoulder, chest, neck, middle back, lower back, hip, and pelvis. (800) 367-7393; www.optp.com.

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