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Suction Catheters

How to Choose the Best Suction Catheters?

Hunaid Germanwala Jul 25, 2018

The main purpose of suction catheters is to keep the upper airway clear of secretions and to prevent plugging. There are different types of suction catheters available, such as closed system, open system, yankauer tips, latex red rubber catheters and latex free suction catheters. They are long, flexible tubes that connect to a suction machine or collection canister.

TENS and EMS

TENS Units

Kevin Cleary Jul 24, 2018

There are numerous ways to alleviate discomfort associated with pain. Through the use of NSAIDs or heat and ice packs, many of our aches and pains can be solved. One unique way of dealing with pain is through the use of a TENS unit. By using electrical impulses to affected areas, we can seek pain relief in a non-medicinal manner. These units are simple to use and are battery-operated.

Nebulizer

Breath Actuated Nebulizer (BAN)

Kevin Cleary Jul 14, 2018

Breath Actuated Nebulizer (BAN) is the most effective and fastest therapy available for breathing maladies or disease. Many times a standard handheld nebulizer can be wasteful since some of the prescribed medication, such as albuterol, may not be inhaled.

Tactile Stimulation

Tactile Stimulation: Therapy for Stroke, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia Patients

Kevin Cleary Jul 13, 2018

As we age the risk of strokes, Alzheimer’s, and other cognitive disorders such as dementia increases. Once these scourges have reared their ugly heads, recovery or maintaining quality of life can be a long, difficult road with many bumps. One of the options available to physical/occupational therapist is the use of tactile stimulation. This type of therapy is known as sensory stimulation therapy.

Irrigation and Drainage Supplies

Pleurx Drainage Kit

Kevin Cleary Jul 12, 2018

Pleura are a thin membrane that covers your lungs as well as the inside of your chest cavity and the effusion is when liquid accumulates between these two layers. When excess fluid builds up around the lungs this is called a pleural effusion.The Denver Pleurx drainage kit is the cure for this effusion.

Intermittent Catheters

Pocket Catheters - A Brief Guide

Taikhum Sadiq Jul 12, 2018

Pocket catheters are the same as standard catheters, with the added feature of be concealable. They are discreet enough to be carried around in a pocket, a purse, briefcase, backpack, or makeup bag. Some pocket catheters are so compact that they can be hidden within the palm of the hand. They are packed in small packets and can be carried around in the pocket as the name suggests.

Hot/Cold Therapy Systems

Pain Relief Through Cold - Five Best Cold Therapy Systems for 2024

HPFY Staff Writer Jul 10, 2018

Cold therapy or cryotherapy is used to treat acute injuries to your musculoskeletal system. Anyone who has experienced a sprained ankle or wrist has heard the phrase “put some ice on it.” Applying cold or ice therapy to an acute injury can help shorten recovery time and potentially minimize pain.

TENS and EMS

How to Use TENS and EMS Units for Pain Management & Muscle Stimulation?

Hunaid Germanwala Jul 07, 2018

TENS is a small, portable and battery-operated machine which is worn on the body. TENS machines send small electronic stimulating pulses across the skin surface and along the nerve strands. This help to ease pain especially in people suffering from painful conditions such as back pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, ankle and foot pain, multiple sclerosis and sciatica.

Relaxation

A Weighted Vest Can Help!!

Kevin Cleary Jul 07, 2018

Many children diagnosed with autism have a hard time calming themselves down or concentrating on certain tasks. Therapy designed to calm these children or help them focus can sometimes benefit from the use of weighted therapy. This type of therapy can also be called deep-touch therapy.

Nebulizer

Does Medicare Cover Nebulizers?

HPFY Staff Writer Jul 06, 2018

If you have asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis, or other respiratory conditions, your doctor may recommend treatment with a nebulizer. A nebulizer is a machine that converts liquid medications into a fine mist that can more easily be inhaled into the lungs.