Vivax Medical Corporation






89 Putter Lane
Torrington, CT 06790
Phone:  (860) 489-7890
Fax:  (860) 489-7935
Toll Free:  (866) 847-7890
 Specifications:  Vivax Mobility System
Description:  The Vivax Mobility System consists of a specially designed electric (hospital type) bed and wheelchair.  It can transfer a patient comfortably, safely, and essentially automatically to and from a supine position in bed and a seated position in a wheelchair.  This entire procedure is accomplished gently and effortlessly with a push of a button located on a hand-held pendant.  For added convenience, the wheelchair may easily be converted for use as a commode at bedside or over a toilet.  The control pendant may be activated for use by either patient or attendant.

Dimensions:  Width overall:  41.25"; Length (bed only) 90.5" (with chair) 123"

Weight:  Without siderails/mattress) 352 lbs.

Applications:  Home health care and institutional use

Electrical:  3-wire grounded plug, 115 volts, 60 hertz AC, 3 amps, 450 watts maximum

Features:  Safety interlock switches; Self test analysis; Motion lock out provisions; Launderable sheets and appointments; Rugged, durable construction;  Side rails & mattress; Custom designed Wheelchair and Commode; Optional rechargeable battery back-up; Modular construction allows for one man installation; Future options to include built-in alternating pressure pad for decubitus ulcer prevention and automatic patient stand-up positioning;

A pendant control allows for the following operations:
- Automatic transfer from bed to chair/commode
- Automatic transfer from chair/commode to bed
- Repositioning of patient in bed
- Bed HI-LO operation
- Adjustable head and foot elevation

The Vivax Mobility System is extremely simple to operate.  If a patient has use of one hand, the system is operable by the patient without assistance.  For patients who are, for any reason, not mentally suitable and/or physically capable of using the controls, an attendant can perform the entire transfer with the press of a button.  Approximate total transfer time is 68 seconds. NOTE:  The Vivax Mobility System is intended to be operated only by a competent individual in accordance with the Vivax Mobility System Instruction Manual.

Benefits:
- Effective applications in both Hospital and Home Care settings
- Substantial increase in patient dignity, independence and comfort
- Ideal for many patients with back or joint trauma, or who are postoperative
- Greatly increased safety to patient and caregiver in the transfer process
- Reduction of claims and injuries associated with lifting/transfers
- Optimum utilization of staff - a single staff member may perform transfers
- Reduction of hospital stays, nursing home admissions - and related costs
- Substantial cost savings relative to long term care
- Frequent positioning in seated or standing position may provide
   circulatory, respiratory and skeletal benefits
- Cost effective, rental/purchase options available

Vivax Mobility System is a major breakthrough in the care of the infirmed and physically challenged.  It is the only product of its kind in the world.  For additional information, please call Vivax Medical Corporation at (860) 489-7890.