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Disclaimer: This page contains observations and information from the personal experiences of Josh Basile. It is not intended as a substitute for the guidance and advice of trained medical professionals. Determined2Heal recommends that you always seek out guidance from healthcare professionals before partaking in any treatment.

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Determined2Heal Tips:

  • Organization (keep supplies where you can find them)

  • Paying for accessories

    • Health insurances plans can help pay for durable medical equipment

    • Medical assistance and State programs can help pay

    • Some nonprofit foundations may provide aid

     

  • Where to purchase accessories

    • Find a supply company with the best customer service

    • Ask others in your community and at the hospitals which supply company they use

     

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Blood-Pressure Cuffs

Omron HEM-712C

"The preformed Easy Wrap Cuff provides a quick, proper fit (as opposed to those bulky cuffs of yesteryear). It fits arms 9"–17" in circumference. IntelliSense™ technology helps ensure comfortable, accurate readings. Clinically proven accuracy. Includes carrying case, AC adapter and 4 “AA” batteries. Weighs 2 lbs. Five year warranty."

Determined2heal Tips:

Monitoring your blood-pressure daily will provide valuable information regarding the current condition of your body.

Omron HEM-780 Blood Pressure Monitor

 

Omron HEM-629

"At just 5 oz., this compact, clinically-proven accurate wrist monitor is ideal for cardiac rehab clients. Its completely automatic inflation and deflation system shows a large digital display of blood pressure and pulse with 14 memory storage. Cuff fits wrists 5¼"–7¾" (13–20cm) in circumference. Carrying case, and required 2 AAA batteries are included. 5-year warranty. Latex free."

Determined2heal Tips:

Monitoring your blood-pressure daily will provide valuable information regarding the current condition of your body.

Omron® HEM-629 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

Thermometers

Digital Flexible Thermometer

Monitoring your temperature daily will provide valuable information regarding the current condition of your body.

Digital Flexible Thermometer

Pluse Oximeter

Pluse Oximeter

Monitor your blood oxygen saturation and heart rate using a pluse oximeter.

Fingertip Pulse Oximeter

Incentive Spirometers

Voldyne 5000 Volumetric Exerciser

Helps to open up the capillaries of the lungs. sed to strengthen and to keep the lungs healthy.  Check with your respiratory therapist to develop the best program for you.

 

The Triflo II Inspiratory Exerciser

Helps to open up the capillaries of the lungs. Use to strengthen and to keep the lungs healthy.  Check with your respiratory therapist to develop the best program for you.

 

Lung Volume Exerciser

Helps to open up the capillaries of the lungs. Use to strengthen and to keep the lungs healthy.  Check with your respiratory therapist to develop the best program for you.

Suction Device

Sunrise Suction Medical Unit

A suction deviceis is used to suction away anything from the mouth or lungs.  Anything ranging from mucus to toothpaste after brushing one's teeth can be suctioned into the container and be dispensed.

Nebulizer

AG-Classic Compressor/Nebulizer

A nebulizer is used with an inhalable aerosal substance that works to break down secretions in the lungs. A nebulizer also expands the capillaries in one's lungs which helps with breathing.

AG-Classic Compressor/Nebulizer

Percussion

If anyone knows of any motorized chest percussion devices please e-mail determined2heal@aol.com  

Shoe Stretcher

Two-Way Shoe Stretcher

A shoe stretcher is a very important product when it comes to shoe maintenance.  This product stretches shoes in multiple directions.  A stretched shoe is less likely to cause skin complications. Shoes that are too tight can cause pressure sores.

Here's a picture of my shoe stretcher

Ted Hose

T.E.D.™ Knee Length Anti-embolism Stockings

search the Internet for them in black

 

T.E.D Thigh Length Anti-embolism Stockings

search the Internet for them in black

Abdominal Binder

An abdominal binder is used for those that have low blood pressure. When I was first injured, I wore it all day long. If I didn’t I would feel dizzy. Now I only use it when I get into the standing frame.

 

Electric Leg Bag Emptier

 

My friend from Kennedy Krieger uses an Electric Leg Bag Emptier from this company out in Colorado.  My friend told me that he has used about two or three different electric leg begs and they all leaked until he found this company from Colorado that works with Cried hospital. I just ordered one but have not set it up yet.  I'll keep you updated.

 

 

Nighttime Accessories
Nighttime ankle braces (Sheepskin Fleece Boot. Controls drop foot. Rotator bar controls hip & leg rotation. Maintains range of motion.) will help to prevent foot drop. I sleep with them every night. A trick that I learned is to tie a Theraband around the bottom of the brace where there is a metal heel and attach it to the bedpost so when you spasm you will stay in position.

 

Work with your occupational therapist to build custom made nighttime hand splints.  Also, discuss with your occupational therapist to develop the best schedule for wearing the splints.  Nighttime splints help to keep your your hands, fingers, and wrist aligned while sleeping.

 

 

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