Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals have released Technescan DMSA for sale again in Ireland after their recent stoppage. Please contact Customer Services with any inquiries or to place an order.
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Ann Marie Alessi, BS, CNMT, NCT, RT(N),
Product Sales Manager, Nuclear Medicine, Biodex Medical Systems, Inc.
There is a lot of concern about diagnostic testing and the use of radiation in the medical field. The concern is equally justifiable for both the patient and health care professional during the procedure. Many reports have been published listing recommendations on how to reduce exposure to both parties. The National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) report No.160 (March 2009): Exposure of the ...
Review of the Ergobaum crutch by James Walsh
Late in 2013 I got a phone call from Christine Bradshaw of Spinal Injuries Ireland to say that she had attended the Rehacare Exhibition in Dusseldorf and had seen a new style of crutch that she thought I might be interested in trying.
Christine was aware that I had mobility problems for nearly a year and that the ‘normal’ crutches weren’t giving me ...
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Perlamar donates New Ergobaum crutches to Nikki Bradley
To see Nikki’s latest blog on Donegal daily.com regarding our NEW Ergobaum crutches please follow the link below. Nikki can also be followed on facebook at “Fighting fit for Ewings”. You wont find someone with a brighter outlook on life, nothing seems to knock her back as she continues to promote through her fitness blogs awareness of a rare bone cancer called Ewings disease .
Health and Safety (Sharps Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013
These Regulations implement the EU Council Directive 2010/32/EU on the prevention of sharps injuries in the hospital and healthcare sector. Many of the requirements contained in the Directive already formed part of health and safety law in Great Britain. The new regulations only contain those requirements that are not specifically addressed in existing legislation.
HSE has produced a Health Services Information sheet Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013[1] ...
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Shoebaum® has been designed and developed by a renowned Orthopedic Surgeon and it has received an international patent for its substantial improvements in orthopaedic immobilization. Shoebaum® immobilizes the foot and ankle during the gait, promotes comfort, cleanliness, and aesthetics while promoting healing. Specially designed for foot and ankle trauma as the patient undergoes severe distal circulatory diseases, such as diabetes or distal thromboembolisms. An embedded air pressure pump with a release valve to inflate areas of the sock that provides ...
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Introducing Ergobaum®, the first ergonomically designed, pain free crutch. A lightweight crutch/cane that effectively reduces the side effects from the following: Shoulder & arm pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendon Subluxation. Adjustable Cushion Grip: The Adjustable cushion grip is anatomically designed to avoid compression in the palm of the hands; the grip comprises a central spring with rubber support that adapts to the concave area of the hand.
Shock Absorber: Ergobaum contains shock absorbers which helps the user avoid carpel tunnel syndrome ...
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Tucane is an advanced walking aid that emulates a third hip. This new innovative concept substitutes a conventional cane. It helps the user to walk in a correct straight and comfortable way by reducing and avoiding back pain as the result of wrong posture. When you walk, Tucane will move forward with your leg while you advance. You can adjust it to your exact height. The Tucane cap will automatically adjust while walking simulating the ankle joint. The cap is ...
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