Redesigned Interior Lift

Bruno Independent Living Aids, Oconomowoc, Wis, features the redesigned Curb-Sider Interior Vehicle Lift with Direct Gear Drive Technology. With the elimination of chains in its drive package, the Curb-Sider provides superior performance and virtually maintenance-free operation. Offering several significant engineering refinements, the redesigned Curb-Sider sports automotive styling, including color-keyed shrouding, enabling the Curb-Sider to blend into the vehicle’s interior. Its small footprint allows more passenger and cargo room, and a fold-down lift arm provides partial third row seating and an unobstructed rear view, when a mobility device is not present. (262) 567-4990; www.bruno.com.

Computerized Balance Trainer

Korebalance, by SportKAT LLC/Korebalance, San Diego, is a new tool for improving balance via physician’s direction, physical therapists, and health and fitness clubs. This computerized balance trainer challenges users to stand on an unstable platform and perform a series of exercises for 1 to 12 minutes; the software directs workouts and issues a score, which is great for baseline assessment balance tests. Suitable for professional athletes to seniors, this machine is ideal for strength, flexibility, and agility training; rehab; fall prevention; core training; and motor-skill training. (800) 743-0575; .

Powered Lift Transitioning

Altimate Medical, Morton, Minn, offers a battery-operated lift option for the EasyStand® Evolv line of standers. The product is ideal for those with limited upper body strength who may not be able to physically operate the manual hydraulic lift. Using the soft touch controller, a simple push of the button will bring the user to a standing position. The Pow'r Up Lift provides a quiet, smooth transition to standing. The product offers long life, a rechargeable battery, and the reliability of the Linak® actuator expected in an EasyStand. (800) 342-8968; www.easystand.com.

Updated Software Line

HOGGAN Health Industries, West Jordan, Utah, maker of The Blankenship System for Functional Capacity Evaluation and musculoskeletal testing, announces redesign of the entire HOGGAN TBS line. The updated system is fully modular, providing everything from manual gauges, to comprehensive, integrated systems and software. It includes a complete hardware and software makeover with up-to-date graphics, functionality, and user interface. The redesigned system is matched by TBS updated live training. (800) 678-7888, ext 118; www.hogganhealth.com.

Upper Extremity Workout

TherapyZone, Littleton, Colo, features the MARV Therapy and Fitness Handle, offering patients as much as 30% more out of their upper extremity workout. Available in two versions, it can be attached to any cable resistance machine in any of the three grip positions. Also available for use with any rubber resistance tube. Each handle includes a "Ball Lock" system, enabling quick and easy adjustments. The handle is included in a line of products that include wrist and elbows, shoulders, and over-door pulley systems. (800) 822-2889; www.marvtec.com; www.therapyzone.com.

Expanded Seating Selection

VARILITE, Seattle, a manufacturer and distributor of postural support products and wheelchair mobility products, has added new sizes to its existing line of wheelchair cushions. Now available in a variety of expanded dimensions, the new sizes will become part of the standard offer on nearly every style of cushion, including the Evolution™, Evolution Wave™, ProForm NX™, Zoid PSV™, Meridian™, and Meridian Wave™. All VARILITE cushions feature a 2-year warranty, and are available in either mesh or incontinence cover material. (800) 827-4548; www.varilite.com.

Web Site Service

Preferred Therapy Providers, Phoenix, Ariz, has released a new Web site service that promotes private-practice clinic therapy services by designing, building, hosting, and maintaining Web sites. Each site is made with the approval of the customer without templates. The design can be matched to brochures and other existing marketing materials, helping to brand clinics individually and keep a consistent look. Every Web site is optimized to load quickly, even on slower connections. Steps also are taken to increase visibility on search-engine rankings. (800) 664-5240; www.preferredtherapy.com.

Bariatric Tilt Table

Tri W-G Inc, Valley City, ND, offers a tilt table for handling patients with expanded capacity needs. The Tri W-G Model TG2732 tilt table, which can be used for patients up to 750 pounds, features a wide base frame, extraheavy-duty dual-locking casters, an oversized footboard, an extremely powerful lifting actuator, a tilt capacity of up to 90º, and wide and long safety straps. The table is available in two base colors and numerous vinyl upholstery colors. Tri W-G offers other rehabilitation products with expanded capacities of up to 1,000 pounds. (800) 437-8011; www.triwg.com.