Problematic Posturing
May 14, 2007 6:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsProper patient positioning prior to and during surgical procedures is very important. Unfortunately, getting the patient into the appropriate position is not without its problems and risks. Often, configuring and maintaining the patient’s body position throughout the course of an operation requires table articulations and the use of positioning aids, which may need to be adjusted from time to time.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsBariatric Positioning Aids
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Allen Medical Systems | Product Releases | CommentsAllen Medical® Systems carries a comprehensive line of positioning accessories to support and accommodate large patient. The product line includes armboards, table width extenders, security straps and Nissen straps rated for patients weighing up to 1000 pounds. In addition, the company provides the Ultrafin™ Stirrups rated for patients up to 800 pounds as well as large pad sets for the table and the accessories.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsSurgical & Imaging Table
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Skytron | Product Releases | CommentsThe EZ Slide 3501B top slide surgical table provides 21-inch top slide with the precision positioning of an imaging table, significantly reducing patient set-up times, the need to reverse patients and/or use of time consuming special positioning devices. The table provides excellent imaging flexibility and an impressively versatile range of full body imaging and articulation functions for general purpose and specialty surgical procedures, including powerful 700-pound lift and 600-pound articulation capacity.
LISTED UNDER: O.R. TableSurgical Table
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | TRUMPF | Product Releases | CommentsThe fully articulating MARS Surgical Table offers a patient weight capacity of 790 pounds and maintains stability at full capacity even at extreme positioning angles. The 9.8 inches of longitudinal slide, head-to-toe X–Ray channel, 100 percent C-arm access and TRUMPF’s full line of modular carbon fiber components provide superior intra-operative imaging capabilities.
LISTED UNDER: O.R. TableGeneral Surgical Table
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Steris Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Cmax™ General Surgical Table has unique, highly advanced features that enhance its safety, clinical versatility, efficiency, reliability and ease of use. An 18-inch powered longitudinal slide provides full-body C-arm access without having to reverse patient orientation on the table. With up to an 1100-pound (500kg) patient weight capacity, the Cmax table can accommodate bariatric patients.
LISTED UNDER: O.R. TableLeg Positioner
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Allen Medical Systems | Product Releases | CommentsThe Siegel MAST Intraoperative Leg Positioner enables the OR staff to be more productive. Eliminating the need for a second assistants to hold the leg during knee procedures, it allows surgeons and staff to focus on the patient instead of leg positioning. The positioner allows the surgeon to place the leg in any position required during knee surgery and have it automatically lock in place.
LISTED UNDER: Leg PositionersMayo-Type Instrument Table
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Graham-Field Health Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe Grafco® Mayo-Type Instrument Table (product # GF1843) is topped with a 12.5-inch by 19-inch stainless steel tray. The instrument table’s height can be adjusted between 31 inches and 50 inches to meet the individual needs of the surgeon and OR staff. The chrome-plated steel base is equipped with casters for easy maneuverability.
LISTED UNDER: Mayo StandsPositioning System
April 25, 2007 6:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe MorphBoard™ Positioning System provides optimal patient positioning. The system’s lightweight, modular components make set up and storage easy. Multiple peg lengths provide greater versatility and a better fit for secure positioning. The modular system accommodates standard-sized patients expands to allow a bariatric patient to fit on a standard OR table.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsRadiolucent Table Extensions
April 25, 2007 6:45 am | Skytron | Product Releases | CommentsThis 36-inch carbon fiber back or leg table extension provides completely metal free imaging of upper and/or lower body surgical procedures with a C-arm. The extension is light weight and easy to install on several Skytron surgical tables, including the Hercules 6700B and UltraSlide 3600B. It is an ideal imaging enhancement tool for endovascular procedures, non-traction orthopedic procedures, pain management procedures and many others.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsProne Positioner
April 25, 2007 6:45 am | Steris Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe dual-density construction and anatomically specific contouring of the AQUAGEL™ pressure management system is the result of in-depth research. The unique shape of the AQUAGEL Prone Positioner is ideal for spinal procedures. The positioner can be used in conjunction with the Prone Headrest, Flat-bottom Chest Rolls and the Patient Positioner for proper patient alignment.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsLateral Positioner
April 25, 2007 6:45 am | Steris Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsIncorporating dual-density construction and anatomically specific contouring, the AQAUGEL Lateral Positioner permits a safe, quick and easy transition from supine to lateral. The patient’s lower shoulder fits into the integral channel to provide exceptional patient comfort and nerve protection.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsTransport & Specialty Stretchers
March 20, 2007 12:29 pm | Hill-Rom | Product Releases | CommentsDesigned for mobility, comfort and quality, Hill-Rom’s line of transport and specialty stretchers addresses patient and caregiver needs with a variety of optional features and accessories. The stretchers boast a 700-pound weight capacity and a built-in scale, available on the procedural, trauma and electric stretchers, allows patients to be weighed without removing them from the stretcher.
LISTED UNDER: StretchersMobile Surgical Stretcher Chair
March 20, 2007 12:29 pm | Transmotion Medical Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe TMM5T Surgi-Chair is a battery-powered, full-function mobile surgical stretcher chair. The Quick-Change High Capacity Battery system includes a wall-mount charging station and a second high capacity battery to ensure continuous operation. With a 500-pound weight capacity, and a very low profile articulating head piece that enables infinite head and neck positioning, the TMM5T is suited to a wide range of surgical procedures in Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics and Outpatient surgery.
LISTED UNDER: StretchersPositioning Systems
February 15, 2007 7:20 am | Allen Medical Systems | Product Releases | CommentsBooth # 3355 • Allen Medical has developed and extensive line of technologically advanced surgical positioning accessories to improve patient outcomes and caregiver safety, while enhancing our customers efficiency. The products include spine, leg, arm and wrist positioning systems for spinal, urological, gynecological and orthopedic procedures performed using open or laparoscopic/arthroscopic techniques.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning AidsBean Bag Positioners
February 15, 2007 7:20 am | David Scott Company | Product Releases | CommentsBooth # 2264 • Blue Diamond™ BeanBag/Vacuum Pac Positioners are very easy to use. Simply attach the suction line and it quickly molds to the patient, disconnect the line and it will retain its molded shape. After surgery, a simple push the release button returns the BeanBag will to its original shape.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning Aids
