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I have an hipertrofia of the acromio-clavicular and a smaller space of the acromio-humeral due to an operation affecting the axial nerve. Which would help me better to correct this, the Four Way Clavicle Brace or the Clavicle Strap with Buckle. I am in a proccess of Fisioterapy. Best regards

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Mr. Ecoffey,

Unfortunately, we would be unable to advise which brace would be best suited for your condition.  We might suggest your contact your physician or therapist for their recommendation.

Date Posted:
8/7/2011 11:27:10 PM

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My son is 4.6 ft tall and 96 pds,he is a complete quad with no head control. Would this be a good sling for him

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Yes, this sling would be a good option.  It is meant for those with limited muscle control and provides much support.

Date Posted:
8/7/2011 4:38:40 PM

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THE MACHINE KEEPS STOPS WORKING AND GIVES SIGN OF NO FLOTHEN I RESET IT AGAIN TO KEEP IT WORKING BUT IT KEEPS GOVNG THE SAME ALARM

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Thank you for your patience. We apologize for the inconvenience could you provide me with your confirmation/ order number so I can assist further?

Date Posted:
8/7/2011 12:39:16 PM

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Have reclining hospital bed @ home, recovered from heart issues. will shortly be using as regular bed, would like to continue using recline/raise features. size 36X80. Recommend Thanks, Richard

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Thank you for your inquiry. Glad you recovered well and ready to be transported to a regular bed. I would recommend the following mattresses below:

• Inner Spring Mattress
• Inner-Spring Mattress - Firm with Foam Toppers

If you would like extreme comfort, please see our:

Alternating Pressure Mattress System

Alternating Pressure Pump & Mattress System

Date Posted:
8/7/2011 11:20:25 AM

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how can i get a price on a quanty of 2 different disposal underpads that i buy from you, i mean by buying 4-6 cases of each al at one time

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Price quote will be to you shortly. 

Date Posted:
8/6/2011 7:36:37 PM

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How does this stretcher fold. I am seeking a stretcher that is as compactible as possible. Can you send me a picture

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This stretcher folds upwards at the center.  Close-up pictures to follow.

Date Posted:
8/5/2011 4:15:47 PM

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Dear Sirs, We are an Italian company that offer technical services on medical equipment. Do you have a new capnostat III CO2 sensor? What is your best offer? Thank so much, Best Regards Ing. Chiara Gambarotto LIFE AREA SRL Product Specialist Mail: c.gambarotto@lifearea.it Mobile: +39 345.8666329

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Unfortunately, this is not a machine we currently have available.  Please try one of the sources below for a possible option:

http://partssource.com/

http://www.cpapusa.com/search/Philips-Respironics-CAPNOSTAT-3-Mainstream-CO2-Sensor_PT2702.html

Date Posted:
8/5/2011 10:38:18 AM

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Help, High output ostomy, 2500 per day a mixture of water and semiformed stool. The tube becomes plugged with thick stool and the heavy ostomy bag pulls away from the skin and explodes.We need a bag with a wide catheter to manage the variable content, that is draining into a foley bag.

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For this purpose, we might suggest the open-ended type of drainable ostomy pouches.  These allow a wider space for pouch drainage.

These products may be found at the following link: http://www.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/SP/PPF/Param/472123_0_1_0/Products.asp

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 10:52:16 PM

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Does this mattress add comfort to the hospital bed

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Dear Ms. Fancher:

Thank you for your inquiry.  This overlay is designed to fit a hospital bed. 

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 9:42:56 PM

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Can this mattress be used on a hospital bed and withstand the bending from raising and lowering the head of bed

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Dear Ms. Fancher:

Thank you for your inquiry.  This overlay will work with a traditional electric hospital bed. 

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 9:36:14 PM

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looking for dual enteral pump.

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At this time, we do not have any dual enteral pumps in our inventory.  You may try one of the websites below for possible options:

http://www.totalhomemedical.com/nenucoduenfe.html

 http://www.dmesupplygroup.com/enteral-pump-dual-flow-sp-snd199255-1-ea-snd199255.html

http://www.cristiamedicalsupply.com/ENTERAL-PUMP-DUAL-FLOW-SP-by-NESTLE-NUTRITIONAL-p/snd199255.htm

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 8:22:53 PM

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The hose we have now is 1 inch. Is this the same size

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Thank you for your inquiry, Janet.  Were you looking for a 1 inch diameter? This tubing slips on and locks securely onto a 22mm adapter.

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 3:15:31 PM

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Can this be used for cold water therapy

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Dear Holly:

Thank you for your inquiry.  105 Gallon Sports Trainer Whirlpool, 8284-TSDWHM is suited for either warm or cold water therapy.  Please let us know if we can be of furhter assistance.

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 12:49:57 PM

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does anyone sell these used broken or wore out

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We only offer these stretchers in new unused condition.  We do sell refurbished stretchers, but the price is comparable to this new unit.

Date Posted:
8/4/2011 10:11:37 AM

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looking for benzylkonium toweletes

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We carry 5in x 7.75in benzalkonium chloride towelettes (item#: 00153DYPINM).  Thank you for your inquiry.
 

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 10:33:12 PM

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Does this stretcher fold downI am looking for a stretcher that can be collapsed flatas possible to be used in case of emergency evacuation

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This stretcher is collapsible.  It lowers to a minimum loading height of 14 inches.  We also have military style emergency evacuation stretchers and chairs.  These are nice because they are compact, portable and mobile.

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 6:26:15 PM

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I am a OSA patient, and I´m looking for a bipap machine. Do yuou have any ? Please answer to me about that. Thanke you in advance Dr Adolfo Vazquez

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Thank you for your inquiry. Regrettably, we don't carry this particular CPAP machine. However, please click here to see the available units we do supply.

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 1:33:37 PM

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I would like to have some sample of these products to choose which one suits better my needs.I need to collect quite a huge amount of blood.Thank you and best regards

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Dear Ms. Conti:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We do not provide samples of this product at this time.

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 11:01:05 AM

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Hi i could not enlarge the imgae of this product. Does it show details like the fibroblast cell etc

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Thank you for your inquiry. Please check your email for a enlarge image of the skin block.

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 12:30:07 AM

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What is the best typye of scissors to use to cut off excess suture line, something that couold be laid flat down on the stitch and then sniped

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Thank you for your inquiry, Mike.  We offer 7 different models of suture scissors, with detailed images of each product.  It would be best for you to browse through them, and select one based on your personal preferences.

Date Posted:
8/3/2011 12:14:01 AM