Compiled by Frank Long

Heightened Provider Standards

Quantum Rehab, Exeter, Pa, a division of Pride Mobility Products Corp, has strengthened its Quantum Rehab Provider Standards in an effort to ensure that only providers who possess the utmost rehab expertise deliver the company's products and services. The new standards require providers to employ a RESNA-certified Assistive Technology Supplier or a RESNA-certified Assistive Technology Practitioner, and directly involve them in clients' product selections. Providers must employ at least one trained rehab technician per service area and must service all Quantum Rehab products they sell. Providers must complete an application and sign an attestation that verifies all standards are being met.

(800) 800-8586;
pridemobility.com

Full Range Stander Seat

Altimate Medical, Morton, Minn, offers the new Full Range Seat for the EasyStand Evolv Glider with hinged breakaway sections for each leg that provide approximately 30 degrees greater range of motion, thus allowing full leg extension while gliding. This feature enhances the many health benefits of active standing, which include lower body range of motion and upper body strengthening while standing. The Full Range Seat comes standard on all Evolv Youth and Adult Gliders and can retrofit to Gliders 2007 and newer.

(800) 342-8968;
www.easystand.com

Wheelchair Seat Cushion

The ROHO Group Inc, Belleville, Ill, introduces the new and improved AirLITE wheelchair seat cushion, combining the benefits of a sealed air support pad and durable contoured foam to enhance positioning, comfort, and support. The AirLITE's preset support pad uses patented ROHO Air Floatation® technology, without the need for adjustment. This support pad promotes comfort and long-term performance of the cushion. The preformed contoured base features a denser foam to enhance a comfortable sitting posture. The cushion weighs only 2 pounds and comes with a removable, breathable, fluid-resistant cover with a nonskid bottom. Available in a variety of sizes. 24-month limited warranty.

(800) 851-3449;
www.therohogroup.com

Automatic Toilet Lift

LiftSeat Corp, San Antonio, Tex, introduces a new patient handling and safety technology, LiftSeat, an FDA-registered, ETL-certified automatic toilet lift. LiftSeat is designed to enable mobility, dignity, and independence for patients who need assistance in the bathroom, while requiring less strain and manual lifting from caregivers. It operates with the touch of a thumb to follow the sit-to-stand motion path to support hip, knee, and ankle joints, and deliver maximum comfort, support, and safety. LiftTek™ Core Assistive Technology removes the force necessary to support the sit-to-stand motion path required for getting on and off the toilet.

(877) 665-4381
www.liftseat.com