Visceral Manipulation DVD
The Upledger Institute offers a two-part DVD about visceral manipulation, a gentle hands-on therapy that focuses on problems associated with the body’s viscera, such as the heart, liver, intestines, and their connective tissues. In the DVD, Jean-Pierre Barral, DO, gives an insider’s look at visceral manipulation, and discusses and demonstrates a number of signature techniques that help dissipate the effects of both physical and emotional stress, and enhance general health and resistance to disease. The DVD, which includes an interview with Barral, covers techniques for the chest, liver, spleen, gallbladder, pancreas, stomach, duodenum, small intestine, colon, kidneys, bladder, and uterus.

For more information, contact The Upledger Institute, 11211 Prosperity Farms Rd, Suite D-325, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410; (800) 233-5880; www.upledger.com

Dual Action Knee Strap
Cho-Pat introduces the Dual Action Knee Strap, which provides relief for painful and weakened knees. The knee strap is built on the foundation of Cho-Pat’s Original Knee Strap, which was designed to alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by chondromalacia patella syndrome and patellar tendinitis. The Dual Action Knee Strap incorporates the advantages of the Original Knee Strap. It adds strength to the kneecap by applying pressure on the tendon above the kneecap to reduce the forces of the quadriceps on the patella tendon and erosion of the undersurface of the kneecap due to a possible misalignment of the quadriceps. The strap allows full mobility.

For more information, contact Cho-Pat Inc, PO Box 293, Hainesport, NJ 08036; (800) 221-1601; www.cho-pat.com

Functional Exercise Unit
Efi Sports Medicine offers the Power TowerTM, which may be used for clinical therapeutic exercise, athletic training, and high-performance, functional sports training. Integrating electric power, the unit allows users to change the incline level at the touch of a button during exercise in progress. The Power Tower encourages functional exercise by using an individual’s body weight as resistance, and it offers multi-plane upper- and lower-body stretching and strengthening exercises, comprehensive plyometrics, and aerobic endurance training. Its dynamic pulley system adjusts to a patient’s girth and height to allow force angles specific to each individual. The unit has 12 precalibrated levels, incremental adjustments from 3% to 72% of body weight, and a free-motion glide board that allows movement in all planes of motion. Other features include a wide base, a telescoping squat stand with three adjustable heights, built-in pull-up bars, and a foldaway foot holder for hamstring and abdominal work.

For more information, contact efi Sports Medicine, 7755 Arjons Dr, San Diego, CA 92126; (800) 541-4900; www.efisportsmedicine.com

Evaluation and Treatment Textbook
The Saunders Group introduces the fourth edition of Evaluation, Treatment and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Volume 1–Spine, by H. Duane Saunders, MS, PT, and Robin Saunders Ryan, MS, PT. The 416-page textbook has more than 200 illustrations and features four new chapters. New material includes chapters on medical screening, cervicogenic headache, soft-tissue mobilization, neuromuscular training, and advanced spinal rehabilitation and prevention.

For more information, contact The Saunders Group Inc, 4250 Norex Dr, Chaska, MN 55318; (800) 778-1870; www.thesaundersgroup.com

Hot/Cold Therapy Packs
Mavidon offers Impack hot/cold flexible and reusable therapy compression packs, which provide quick pain relief from arthritis, joint pain, sore muscles, headaches, and backaches. The gel-filled, puncture-resistant packs are pliable to give the affected areas of the body maximum benefit. The packs are available in a variety of sizes.

For more information, contact Mavidon, 1820 Second Ave N, Lake Worth, FL 33461; (800) 654-0385; www.mavidon.com

Sit-to-Stand Exerciser
Endorphin Corp offers the STS Sit-to-Stand Exerciser, which duplicates a patient’s sit and stand motion. This unit is not a lift device. It strengthens muscles; increases range of motion; and provides great stability for sitting, standing, and transfers. Using an assisted height-adjustable seat, the patient is able to perform a sitting and standing motion exercise. The unit is adjustable to provide a percentage of assistance based on the user’s body weight, eliminating the need to lift and lower a patient manually, and preventing back injuries to the PT.

For more information, contact Endorphin Corp, 6901 90th Ave, Pinellas Park, FL 33782; (800) 940-9844; www.endorphin.net

Resistance System
SCIFIT Systems Inc introduces Rex™, an exercise system that enables users to perform optimal Orbi-Linear™ movements. The Rex system helps build kinetic energy as the user’s legs move in a natural orbital motion and his or her arms move in a smooth arc. Rex uses SCIFIT’s Tele-Rail™ system to create a smooth slowing and transition at each end of the range. The Rex provides exercise in both directions and features SCIFIT’s Iso-Strength training program, as well as Fit-Key™ compatibility. The easy-to-read computer lets users increase resistance in 0.1 increments for 200 levels and provides programmed workouts, including one-touch quick start, heart rate control, and Iso-Strength.

For more information, contact SCIFIT Systems Inc, 5151 S 110 E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74146; (918) 359-2000, ext 228; www.scifit.com

Pressure-Sensing Mat
Tekscan offers the CONFORMat® System, a conforming, nonhammocking pressure-sensing mat for the seat and back that precisely shows the location and magnitude of peak pressures without altering the support surface. The CONFORMat’s sensor does not create or display pressure artifacts or cross talk in regions where it is not loaded. The system includes the CONFORMat sensor; USB data-acquisition electronics for portability; and for a limited time, a free vacuum-calibration system to normalize the sensor’s output.

For more information, contact Tekscan Inc, 307 W First St, South Boston, MA 02127-1309; (800) 248-3669; www.tekscan.com

Female EMG Sensor
SRS Medical Corp introduces the IVS-2™ Intravaginal Sensor, a small, female EMG sensor (electrode assembly) for biofeedback treatments. The IVS-2 does not distend or distort the tissue, and it makes "real-world" measurements of pelvic-muscle tone. The IVS-2 is inserted similarly to a tampon and is positioned above the urogenital diaphragm. Its small size allows it to measure muscle activity even when the patient is moving, which is important, since certain movements are closely associated with urine loss. Gold detection electrodes provide consistent measurements.

For more information, contact SRS Medical Corp, 14950 NE 95th St, Redmond, WA 98052; (800) 345-5642; www.srsmedical.com

Support Bar
Brown Engineering Corp offers the Bed-Bar®, a sturdy support bar that helps surgery patients, stroke victims, arthritis sufferers, multiple sclerosis patients, and Parkinson’s disease patients get in and out of bed. Individuals with back pain also benefit from using the Bed-Bar. Three models are available to fit all bed styles.

For more information, contact Brown Engineering Corp, 289 Chesterfield Rd, West Hampton, MA 01027; (800) 726-4233; www.bedbar.com

Motion-Assistance Device
OPTP introduces the UE Ranger motion-assistance device, which is designed to increase range of motion and complement the upper extremities’ natural movement patterns. UE Ranger features a molded plastic bilateral hand support and strap; a telescoping tube; a detachable base; and articulating joints, which may be used by all hand sizes and arm lengths. A wall mount to use in conjunction with the UE Ranger for additional exercises is also available.

For more information, contact OPTP, 3800 Annapolis Lane, Suite 165, Minneapolis, MN 55447-0009; (800) 367-7393; www.optp.com

Infrared Photo-Energy System
Anodyne Therapy is an infrared photo-energy therapy sy stem for treating patients with painful circulatory conditions. Cleared by the FDA for increasing local circulation and reducing pain, the system has eight flexible infrared (890 mW) therapy arrays with 480 superluminous light-emitting diodes that have a total energy output of 6,240 mW. The therapy arrays can be placed virtually anywhere on the body with ease. Anodyne pulses at 292 Hz to reduce accommodation and increase effectiveness, and the system is adjustable to allow therapists to treat the patient in comfort and produce the greatest therapeutic effect. Anodyne offers a risk-free trial, a monthly lease program, a turnkey marketing and implementation package, and local marketing support. Anodyne Therapy is offered at more than 4,300 clinical sites, including most of the national home-care, outpatient-rehabalitation, and long-term-care chains.

For more information, contact Anodyne Therapy LLC, 13560 Wright Circle, Tampa, FL 33626; (800) 521-6664; www.anodynetherapy.com

Bariatric Lift
Liko offers the Viking XL mobile bariatric patient lift, which is designed to transfer patients from a bed to a wheelchair, to and from the toilet or bathtub, to lift patients directly from the floor, to lift patients in a horizontal stretcher, and to reposition patients in their beds. The Viking XL mobile lift can easily be fitted with optional pivoting armrests to provide patient- and caregiver-maneuvering leverage, and may be used to evaluate the patient’s ambulatory independence and institute rehabilitative measures. The Viking XL weighs 95 pounds and is able to lift more than 650 pounds. The lifting process is made by a dc electric motor controlled by a remote handset.

For more information, contact Liko Inc, 842 Upper Union St, Franklin, MA 02038; (888) 545-6671; www.liko.com

Ergonomic Hand Exerciser
MedDev Corp offers direct ordering for its Hand Helper® line of products. Direct order allows customers to purchase their products of choice by phone, fax, or mail; to order directly through the company rather than through a distributor or medical facility; and to receive their products quickly and with competitive pricing.

For more information, contact MedDev Corp, 730 N Pastoria Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085; (800) 543-2789; www.meddev-corp.com

Balance System
Biodex Medical Systems offers the Balance System SD, a simple and versatile balance- testing and training tool that incorporates static, dynamic balance-testing and training capabilities. The system features four test protocols, five training modes, and touch-screen operation; and it provides fast, accurate fall-risk screening and conditioning for older adults, plus closed-chain, weight-bearing assessment and training for lower-extremity patients. Clinicians can assess neuromuscular control by quantifying the ability to maintain dynamic bilateral and unilateral postural stability on a static or unstable surface. The Balance System SD also enhances kinesthetic abilities for impaired proprioceptive-reflex patients following injury. An easy-to-follow touch-screen format makes the system simple to learn and operate, and leads the user step by step through testing protocols and training modes. All test results and training sessions are documented on easy-to-read 8.5- x 11-inch reports that can be placed into the patient’s file. Comparisons to the stored normative data can be made for population-specific tests.

For more information, contact Biodex Medical Systems Inc, 20 Ramsay Rd, Shirley, NY, 11967-4704; (800) 224-6339; www.biodex.com

Wrist Splint
Sroufe Healthcare Products introduces the PneuGel® Brand Universal Wrist Splint and Wrap. The PneuGel technology provides both cold therapy and compression for postoperative and postinjury use. The wrist splint features a dual-compartment bladder that contains gel that can be chilled for cold therapy to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. The outer compartment may be inflated for a more secure, comfortable fit and compression. The splint comes in many sizes. Shoulder wraps, back supports, knee wraps, ankle supports, leg supports, and a tennis-elbow wrap are also available. Additional bladders may be purchased separately.

For more information, contact Sroufe Healthcare Products LLC, PO Box 347, Ligonier, IN 46767; (260) 894-4171; www.sroufe.com.

Stretch-Reminder Software
The Ergo Pro automatic stretch-reminder software, by BioEx Systems Inc, is now available on CD. This new software automatically informs your patients when to take stretch breaks and shows the exercises. The software is easy to use and will walk your patient through stretches for the neck, back, shoulder girdle, wrist, and fingers. It contains ergonomic tips, seating considerations, and workstation suggestions. The software can be set up to suggest breaks either by time, mouse clicks, or keystrokes; it also provides pictures and instructions of the stretches. Ergo Pro is sold in bulk for as little as $2.50 per copy. It can be provided at cost or sold at the retail price of $14.95. The software can be customized with individual company information to help promote your practice. For Windows® operating systems only.

For more information, contact BioEx Systems Inc, PO Box 926, Smithville TX 78957; (800) 750-2756; www.bioexsystems.com

Fitness Equipment
Brookdale Medical Specialties offers the Response™ line of fitness and rehabilitation equipment, including unique combo units, range limiters, and multi-stations. The R2910E Euro Pulley is a frameless unit, and it can be customized to meet the usage requirements of either a busy rehabilitation center or individuals. The versatile, easy-to-install pulley is available in a standard 50-pound weight stack in 2-pound and 5-pound increments, and it travels from 8 to 80 inches in 3-inch increments. Its handles have 180° pivot articulation. Standard attachments include ankle and shoulder straps, a lat bar or tricep bar, and hand grips. An optional balance handle is available.

For more information, contact Brookdale Medical Specialties, 418 Hanlan Rd, Unit 27, Woodbridge, Toronto, ON, Canada L4L 3P6; (800) 655-1155; www.brookdalemedical.com

Stability Ball
Power Systems offers a single-plane stability ball option with the VersaRoll. The VersaRoll’s capsule-like shape limits stability training to either a front-to-back or side-to-side motion, giving the user more control and confidence in his or her efforts. The VersaRoll, a stability-training tool for beginners, can add variety to yoga, Pilates, prenatal and postnatal, flexibility, seniors, kids, strength, and core-training programs. The colorful, easy-to-use balls strengthen, stretch, and revitalize the body. VersaRolls are available in 50-cm (red) and 60-cm (blue) sizes, and they are burst resistant up to 500 pounds.

For more information, contact Power Systems Inc, 2527 Westcott Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37931; (800) 321-6975; www.power-systems.com

Chair Configurator
BioFit® Engineered Products introduces an online Build Your Own Chair Configurator that physical and occupational therapists can use to design ergonomic chairs for their patients. Visitors to the BioFit Web site can use the chair configurator to assemble chairs that meet their patients’ specific ergonomic needs as well as other requirements of the seating application.

Basic chair models can be customized with a choice of seating components and ergonomic controls to achieve maximum comfort and support for patients. BioFit Web site visitors can also see how different chair components and options would look and perform in their particular applications. After a new chair is configured online, the chair designer can e-mail the result to BioFit for a price quote within 1 working day. Basic chair models can be customized with a choice of backrests, seats, armrests, ergonomic controls, footrings, casters or glides, and metal finishes.

For more information, contact BioFit Engineered Products, PO Box 109, Waterville, OH 43566-0109; (419) 823-1089; www.biofit.com

Air-Resistance Exercise Units
Med-Fit offers HUR air-resistance machines for physical-therapy, sports-medicine, and sports-specific fitness applications. (The machines are available for niche markets, such as ladies-only or seniors.) The HUR line features true zero-pound starting weights, independent reciprocal function, optional range-of-motion limiters, a small footprint, infinitely adjustable resistance, and nearly silent operation. The HUR machines are available as dual-function systems that save space and cost; as wheelchair-accessible units that double up as able-bodied machines; and as smart-card, fully computerized versions. Because the HUR machines feature air-compressed resistance, no speed limitations are imposed by the ballistic nature of traditional weight-stack machines. Athletes can train safely and efficiently at near sport-specific velocities. A free CD-ROM catalog featuring video presentations on the HUR training stations is available.

For more information, contact Med-Fit Systems Inc, 3553 Rosa Way, Fallbrook, CA 92028; (800) 831-7665; www.medfitsystems.com

Knee Braces
Breg introduces Fusion functional knee braces, which work in tandem with the knee to provide optimum protection of the anterior cruciate, posterior cruciate, and collateral ligaments—without hindering mobility. By incorporating Breg’s ProForm™ technology, which uses Zytel®, a strong, yet flexible polymer, each brace conforms with the leg for a low-profile, contoured fit. This allows the brace to remain in place through all levels of activity, permitting unhindered motion and enhanced protection, while also providing comfort and suspension. The full line of Fusion braces are available in custom and off-the-shelf versions.

For more information, contact Breg Inc, 2611 Commerce Way, Vista, CA 92081; (800) 321-0607; www.breg.com

Fitness Exercise DVD
Stott Pilates offers five of its latest workouts on DVDs that feature invigorating routines designed to help participants lose weight, strengthen and tone their bodies, and achieve a greater sense of well-being. The DVDs, which feature Stott Pilates cofounder Moira Merrithew, are packed with bonus material, including a chance to preview other programs, try the next level, and work out with music only. The five new titles are: Walk On to Total Fitness; Walk On to Total Weight Loss; The Secret to Weight Loss, Vol 2; Power Paced Fitness Circle; and Total Body Toning.

Stott Pilates also introduces the following DVDs in Spanish: The Secret to Flat Abs, Firm & Fit, Revive Workout, Basic Pilates, Sunrise Workout, and Relaxation Workout. The former three titles will have a Spanish-only track, and the latter three will have either a trilingual track (English, Spanish, and French) or a bilingual track (English and Spanish).

For more information, contact Stott Pilates, 2200 Yonge St, Suite 500, Toronto, ON, Canada M4S 2C6; (416) 482-4050, ext 294; www.stottpilates.com

Inversion-Therapy System
Lashaw Distributors introduces the Invertrac™ inversion-therapy unit for patients with chronic or acute low back pain. The system features a thigh pad that is attached to a crossbar with a low center of gravity, which provides the user complete control during inversion and dismount. The femur-adjustment dial gives the "perfect fit" behind the back of the knee and lets the user hang completely "free" with only the thighs on the thigh pad. The dial has five settings, which accommodate most leg lengths from a child to an adult. The Invertrac thigh pad is designed for maximum comfort for male users during extension or flexion exercises. The "M" beam on the front of the system serves two purposes: It allows hand-assisted extension exercises, and it helps in the dismount process. The rubber sleeves on the front legs add security when inverting and dismounting. The Invertrac weighs 32 pounds, folds flat for storage and transportation, and comes 99% assembled.

 For more information, contact Lashaw Distributors, 9631 Bakerview Dr, Richmond, BC, Canada V7A 2A2; (604) 270-4263; www.invertrac.com

Gait-Training System
Solo-Step introduces a gait-training system that is safe, user-friendly, and able to free up therapists’ hands. Solo-Step saves space and is used over single steps, treadmills, or balance equipment. The swivel feature allows side-to-side, forward, and backward movement. Its components are certified to hold 500 pounds. The system does not use hydraulics or motors that require maintenance.

For more information, contact Solo-Step, 7800 Oakmont Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57110; (866) 631-1117; www.solo-step.com

Soft-Tissue Mobilization Unit
Graston Technique (GT) features a soft-tissue mobilization technology for the treatment of soft-tissue dysfunction. Six stainless-steel instruments enhance the PT’s ability to unleash motion-restricting scar tissue and fascial adhesions. The GT instruments allow a deeper, more precise detection and diagnosis of the restricted soft tissue. After just a few GT treatments, patients experience reduced pain and stiffness, and increased mobility and range of motion. GT benefits clinicians by decreasing the wear and tear on their hands. Visit the GT Web site for training dates and locations.

For more information, contact Graston Technique, 3833 N Meridian St, Suite 307, Indianapolis, IN 46208; (888) 926-2727; www.grastontechnique.com

Bariatric Hi-Lo Table
Tri W-G Group offers the Ultimate TG1900 Series Bariatric Hi-Lo Mat Table with expanded capacities of up to 1,000 pounds. The table is UL Classified 60601-1 with a 17- to 39-inch working height range, and it allows easy patient transfer from wheelchairs and easy patient positioning. An optional motorized backrest adjusts to 80º by pushing a button. Heavy-duty directional casters provide total mobility, making positioning the table in the room or maneuvering it to another location an easy task. Attachments allow exercises such as sit-to-stand activities, and the clearance between its frame and the floor enables patient lifts to be positioned over the mat table.

For more information, contact Tri W-G Group, 215 12th Ave NE, Valley City, ND 58072-0905; (800) 437-8011; www.triwg.com

Sensory-Exercise System
SIRRI Technology introduces SenEx™, a sensory neuro-association exercise system that allows multiple sensory systems to be retrained simultaneously. SenEx provides vestibular, auditory, visual, and tactile stimulation simultaneously to promote plasticity in the CNS. With the patent-pending dual-motion platform, clinicians can provide rotary (angular) or linear vestibular stimulation in combination with visual, auditory, and tactile stimuli to improve multi-sensory processing. The system features functionality and flexibility for multi-sensory retraining. The flexibility of SenEx technology and protocols can be modified for your practice and population base.

 For more information, contact SIRRI Technologies, 1 Brandywine Dr, Deer Park, NY 11729; (631) 254-0523; www.sirriSenEx.com

Cable-Based Strength Training Unit
Star Trac introduces the HumanSport™ line of dual-functional cable-based strength-training products: the Lat Pulley, the Total Legs, the Pull Lift, the Shoulder Chest, the Total Delts, and the Arm Crunch. Each piece features distinctive styling, one-touch adjustment on all stations, and swivel pulleys to ensure a smooth and nearly unlimited range of motion. Each product features a dual-independent weight-stack system to essentially provide two traditional cable-motion pieces within one compact unit.

For more information, contact Star Trac, 14410 Myford Rd, Irvine, CA 92606; (800) 228-6635; www.startrac.com

Pathology-Specific Orthoses
ProLab Orthotics/USA introduces pathology-specific orthoses that are designed to meet the particular pathomechanics of each diagnosis. This biomechanical approach to orthotic therapy—which focuses on orthotic treatment on a specific pathology rather than on a deformity—promotes successful outcomes. ProLab also provides custom foot orthoses, custom ankle foot orthotics, and functionally corrected prefabs.

For more information, contact ProLab Orthotics/USA, 575 Airpark Road, Napa, CA 94558; (800) 477-6522; www.prolaborthotics.com

Aquatic Therapy Resistance Equipment
Hydro-Tone Fitness Systems Inc offers aquatic exercise and therapy equipment that is specially designed to amplify the natural resistance of water to enhance rehabilitation and conditioning programs. The handheld Hydro Bells for the upper body and the three-section Hydro-Boots for the lower body provide smooth, stable resistance along any path of motion through the water. Varying the intensity or speed of movement increases the amount of force created exponentially. Hydro-Tone also offers mini-fins, water-weight bells and boots, webbed silicone gloves, and flotation belts, which are designed to support the back while working on abdominal muscles during deep-water exercise or therapy.

For more information, contact Hydro-Tone Fitness Systems Inc, 16691 Gothard St, Suite M, Huntington Beach, CA 92647; (800) 622-8663; www.hydrotone.com

Sports-Medicine Balance-Training Module
Sunlight Medical introduces Tetrax, a balance-assessment and biofeedback-training software module to help athletes improve their reaction time and weight distribution, and to aid in the injury-rehabilitation process. Tetrax provides a series of more than 10 training exercises with biofeedback. The exercises are designed at many different levels to help athletes improve their balance abilities, including "blind" options (when the player must follow instructions with an intermittently visible and invisible target) and cognitive options (with cognitive tasks alongside balance tasks) for some exercises. Balance training with Tetrax is available as a mobile-training module for installation on a standard PC or laptop computer, or as a complete balance-training and assessment system.

For more information, contact Sunlight Medical’s US distributor, OPS Medical, 8055 Ritchie Hwy, Suite 103, Pasadena, MD 21122; (800) 430-0048; www.opsmedical.com

Multisite Software Solution
TherAssist is a scheduling, documentation, charge-capture, and administrative solution ideally suited for multisite or multidiscipline practices looking to centralize services. Designed to maximize efficiency for any size health care facility, TherAssist works as an ASP, or in LAN and WAN configurations. TherAssist integrates with other billing applications (and will be releasing its own billing program later this year). Applications include: Scheduler™, which allows for access to patient appointments, data, schedule-oriented reports, and status of prescription expiration, check-in time, and completion of documentation; NoteStation™, which provides therapists with a patented table-to-text process that allows them to produce clear, succinct, timely, and quick documentation, and access past documentation; Autodocs™, which generates customized documents, such as physican letters; and TherAssist Reports™ and NoteServer™.

For more information, contact 1400 Renaissance Dr, Suite 400, Park Ridge, IL 60068; (800) 596-3646; www.therassist.com

Stander Kneepads and Seat Options
Altimate Medical Inc introduces the Independent ROHO Kneepads and ROHO Seat options for the EasyStand Evolv. Both options feature ROHO dry flotation technology that maximizes pressure distribution and relief, reducing the chance of developing pressure sores and adding comfort while standing. The EasyStand Evolv’s modular base allows options, such as the Independent ROHO Kneepads and ROHO Seat, to be added at any time. The ROHO Seat insert comes standard with a pump that allows air adjustments for various comfort settings.

For more information, contact Altimate Medical, PO Box 180, 262 W First St, Morton MN 56270; (800) 342-8968; www.easystand.com

Balance Retraining Steps
Mobility Transfer Systems Inc offers Therapy Steps, which can be used by PTs when working with patients for balance retraining. The steps come in a set of four, with heights at 2, 4, 8, and 12 inches. The high-quality steps are covered with carpet. When not in use, they can be nested for storage. The use of therapy steps helps improve muscle response and reduce fall risk.

For more information, contact Mobility Transfer Systems Inc, 34 Sullivan Rd, Unit 32, North Billerica, MA 01862; (978) 667-2767; www.mtsmedequip.com

Appointment-Scheduling Tool
ReDoc Software offers the ReDoc Scheduler, which simplifies appointment scheduling. The tool features the ability to display multiple days and multiple therapist information on one screen, the use of color to easily identify specific appointment types, simple drag and drop to reschedule appointments, fast and easy appointments cancellation, numerous daily reports for appointments and chart pulls, and a patient check-in process. ReDoc Scheduler integrates directly with ReDoc Suite Documentation Software.

For more information, contact ReDoc Software, 111 10th Ave S, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37203; (888) 401-4400; www.rehabdocumentation.com

Ceiling Lift Range
ARJO introduces the Maxi Sky ceiling lift range, which allows staff to safely and comfortably transport patients. The Maxi Sky is available in different configurations that offer a lifting capacity of up to 1,000 pounds/455 kg, enabling staff to handle bariatric patients. The ceiling lift features an overload weight sensor for the safety of the staff, patient, and lift, and a soft start/stop for patient comfort. An automatic return to charge on the handset sends the unit back for recharging, so it is always ready when needed. Only minimal installation is required.

For more information, contact Arjo Inc, 50 N Gary Ave, Roselle, IL 60172; (800) 323-1245; www.arjo.com

Portable Knee-Extension Device
The Elite Seat, by Kneebourne Therapeutics, is a portable knee-extension device designed for nonoperative treatments of degenerative knee conditions. By evenly distributing force across the leg, the Elite Seat is the most efficient way to achieve full-knee hyperextension and reduce pain in bent knees caused by acute anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, inadequate postoperative rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction or total-knee arthoplasty, arthrofibrosis, a deconditioned knee with a flexion contracture, or arthritis. Proper use of the Elite Seat helps patients significantly increase their knee extension equal to the opposite knee, decrease their pain level, and improve the overall function of their affected knee. Its lightweight design allows patients to recline comfortably, eliminating difficulties with hamstring tightness or spasms. In some cases, using the Elite Seat can even prevent or delay surgery for some patients.

For more information, contact Kneebourne Therapeutics, 15299 Stoney Creek Way, Noblesville, IN 46060; (866) 756-3706; www.kneebourne.com

Women’s Insole
Penco Medical Corp offers the Spenco® Q Factor™ Cushioning insole, which is designed for a woman’s foot. Spenco developed the Q Factor insole after discovering that the woman’s Q-angle (the angle that exists between the thighbone and the pelvis) is about 5° greater than a man’s. This increased Q-angle contributes to poor body alignment, resulting in pressure on women’s knees, hips, and back. The insole helps support two key areas: under the medial (inside) arch and along the lateral (outside) edge, extending to the metatarsal region.

By supporting these areas of the foot, the Q Factor slows down the rate of pronation while controlling the severe midfoot supination that most women demonstrate. The continuous support around the back of the heel provides additional rear-foot stability. The insole also features additional cushioning in the heel and forefoot and a narrow heel to provide a better fit for women’s shoes. The Q Factor is available from sizes 3 to 12. Spenco will proudly donate 3% of all net sales from the Spenco Q Factor brand of insoles toward the ongoing awareness of, and fight against, breast cancer.

 For more information, contact Spenco Medical Corp, PO Box 2501, Waco, TX 76702; (800) 877-3626; www.spenco.com

Seat and Back Mounting Hardware
Freedom Designs introduces Easy Clamp quick-release latch-style adjustable hardware. The clamps remain on the seat and/or back when they are removed from the frame. They are easy to use, adjustable, lightweight, and low-profile, yet durable and long-lasting.

For more information, contact Freedom Designs, 2241 Madera Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93065; (800) 331-8551; www.freedomdesigns.com