HOLLISTER WOUND CARE AWARDED NOVATION CONTRACT
Hollister Wound Care, LLC (Libertyville, Ill) was awarded a Novation contract under the Novation New Technology Program for its products featuring TRIACT Technology.
The technology is a scientific formulation comprised of 100% non-occlusive mesh, hydrocolloid particles, and a petrolatum-based formulation, all of which allow for pain free dressing removal that helps reduce trauma to the wound bed and the patient.
The company plans on featuring the technology in its Restore brand dressings, including the Restore Contact Layer, Restore Contact Layer Silver, Restore Adhesive Foam, Restore Non-Adhesive Foam, and the Restore Non-Adhesive Foam Silver.
For more information, visit www.hollister.com. SECURED INDEPENDENCE ENTERS FIRST CONTRACT FOR WELLNESS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Secured Independence, Inc. (Scottsdale, Ariz) has entered into a contract for its Secured WellnessSM LTCI (longterm care insurance) program with Penn Treaty Network America Insurance Company (Allentown, Pa), a subsidiary of the Penn Treaty American Corporation.
The Secured WellnessSM LTCI is a comprehensive wellness and disease management program for the longterm care insurance market specifically designed to help policyholders identify and manage their risks of chronic illness or disability. The goal of the program is to enhance policyholders’ independence and well being by delaying or avoiding losing that independence and needing to utilize LTCI benefits.
For more information, visit www.siwellness.com. DM SYSTEMS INTRODUCES NEW SUSPENSION BOOT
DM Systems (Evanston, Ill) announced the introduction of the Heelift® Bariatric Suspension Boot. The boot is available in smooth foam only and is sized specifically for bariatric patients.
The boot is designed for patients who weigh up to 600 pounds and who have a calf circumference between 12-23 inches.The product is latex-free, includes a friction-free tricot backing to facilitate patient mobility, and features an extra pad used to help prevent hip rotation or foot drop.
For more information, visit www.dmsystems.com. NEW ASSURANCE BOOT RELEASED FOR TOTAL CONTACT CAST SYSTEM
MedEfficiency, Inc. (Westminster, Colo) released a new Assurance Boot designed for use with its TCC-EZ™ total contact cast system. The boot features a combination locking top strap and a secured inside cast that facilitates compliance with a patient’s off-loading treatment regimen.
The total contact cast system uses a patented fishnet mesh cast technology that constructs a one-layered cast and is protected by an outer shell that provides support and stability for the diabetic foot ulcer patient. Both the boot and cast system allow for tissue to heal without being disturbed or traumatized by repetitive injury or sheer forces.
For more information, visit www.medefficiency.com. FULL-BODY RESISTANCE TRAINING KIT DESIGNED FOR WHEELCHAIRS
Skil-Care (Yonkers, NY) introduces Wheelchair Workout®, a new workout kit that gives wheelchair users access to a complete resistance workout program targeting the upper,middle, and lower body.
The portable kit comes complete with a wheelchair adapter, exercise bar, handgrips, foot sling, and a carry bag. All accessories have ball-and-socket devices for easy secure and easy release. The workout kit secures to wheelchairs up to 26 inches and accepts all levels of resistance tubes and bands. Users can perform more than 20 different exercises with the 64-inch tube or band.
For more information, visit www.skil-care.com.
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