DSL Fitness Balls

OPTP, Minneapolis, offers BOSU® DSL Trainer™ from BOSU fitness balls. This dynamic stabilizing load (DSL) ball contains a total of 5 pounds in weighted beads and has a six-sided design for enhanced function, resistance, and technique. This new design in Swiss balls makes for ideal stability when working out, has little to no movement when pushed, adds fun variety to everyday exercise, and offers 11,660-pound burst strength. The DSL Trainer comes with a workout DVD and ball pump. (800) 367-7393; www.optp.com.

Computerized Balance System

SportKAT LLC/Korebalance, San Diego, offers its Korebalance™ system, a computerized balance trainer that helps seniors avoid falls and increases mental and physical coordination. The system includes 3D software games displayed on a 17-inch video screen for balance training and assessment. The participant stands on the platform, and the pressure system can be adjusted to all levels. Ergonomic handlebars are included for safety and allow for weight lifting and other balance exercises. (800) 743-0575; www.korebalance.com.

Lift/Transfer Travel Bags

Liko Inc, Franklin, Mass, a global supplier of patient lift and transfer solutions, offers user-friendly travel bags for its popular "LikoLight" foldable home care lift, which can be folded or easily disassembled into three separate pieces. The travel bags can accommodate either a folded lift, or the three individual subassemblies. The bags also can be equipped with wheels. Total weight of the entire lift plus travel bags is 60 pounds, including the unit’s battery. Total lifting capacity is 308 pounds. (888) 545-6671 or (508) 553-3993; www.liko.com or safeliftingportal.com.

Rehabilitation and Exercise Chair

REHABCO, Roanoke, Va, introduces the Lifeglider 3000, an exercise and rehabilitation chair that provides strength and endurance, on a fully supported platform. Designed for those with limited abilities and difficulty with basic motions, but need the therapeutic value of an exercise program (a 20-minute workout using LifeGlider 3000 is equal to 12 minutes of walking in terms of muscle activity and calories consumed), the unit’s patented design is ideal for hospitals, nursing homes, physical therapy practices, and health and fitness centers. Initial deliveries are scheduled for March. (877) 556-3127; www.LifeGlider3000.com.

Seating/Positioning Innovation

Pride Mobility Products Corp, Exeter, Pa, introduces TRU-Balance® 2 with TRU-Comfort™ Seating, bringing Quantum® Rehab’s latest positioning and seating innovation together in one very adaptable, highly attractive package. TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems deliver lower seat-to-floor heights, increased and simplified means of adjustment, and easy service access to electronics. TRU-Comfort Seating provides maximum comfort, excellent pressure relief, and adjustable components while maintaining a stylish sporty look. (800) 800-8586; www.pridemobility.com.

Comfort Padding Materials

Medical furniture manufacturer Winco®, Ocala, Fla, will incorporate LiquiCell® comfort pads by LiquiCell Technologies Inc, Minneapolis, in selected chairs and clinical recliners, including its Dual Swing-Arm Elite Care Cliners. LiquiCell pads are thin, lightweight, and extremely pliable, and are comprised of two urethane membranes sealed around a low viscosity liquid that helps in the prevention of pressure sores without interfering with patient positioning and stability. (800) 237-3377; www.winco-medquip.com; www.liquicell.com.

Data-Capture Software

Hoggan Health Industries, West Jordan, Utah, announces new data-capture software for the microFET2 handheld digital muscle tester. The program features user-friendly navigation, on-screen images to assist with proper unit placement and patient positioning, and full-color graphs and session reporting for patient education and progress tracking. The new microFET2 software is the first in a software series for use with microFET gauges. (800) 678-7888; www.microfet.com.

Compression Wrap

The Shin Splints Compression Wrap by Pro-Tec Athletics, Redmond, Wash, alleviates symptoms of medial and anterior shin splints. A compression strip provides targeted compression, which helps prevent the soft tissue from tearing away from the tibia. In addition, the Shin Splints Compression Wrap absorbs stress to the tibia and helps stabilize the area. It is contoured by design to keep pressure off the calf area in medial tibial stress syndrome cases. (800) 779-3372; www.injurybegone.com.