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Monday, July 16, 2012

INSUL-EZE


Name:
INSUL-EZE
                      
Description
The insul-eze allows people with low vision to see the volume on the syringe to avoid too much or too little insulin during injection. The device magnifies the numbers on the syringe to provide the user with accurate insulin readings. The frame is flat so it can be placed on a flat surface. A magnet or Velcro may be attached for safe handling.

Purpose
The purpose of this device is to eliminate complications due to improper insulin administration. Too much or too little insulin can be harmful to an individual suffering from blindness or low vision. The device caters to the needs of these individuals. Proper use of this device requires fine motor abilities, simple arithmetic, and basic knowledge of needle use.

Directions
Insert the bottle at the end of the device. Turn the device until it is facing up. Insert the syringe along the groove at the bottom of the insul-eze. Flip the insul-eze so that the curved surface is facing upwards. Rotate the needle as needed in order to see the numbers on the syringe. Pull the syringe and withdraw the amount that is needed. Then remove syringe from the device.

Pros And Cons
Pros: Dimensions accommodate most insulin bottles, flat design allows it to be placed on flat surfaces, magnifies numbers on syringes.

Cons: Availability of pricing, training is needed for proper use.

Manufacturer Information:
Cost: $44.99

AmbiMedInc
908 Sir Francis Avenue

Capitola, California 95010
Telephone:831-475-1765      .
Fax: 831-475-1765.
Web: http://www.ambimedinc.com.



Credit:
Images and device information thanks to Abledata.com
Device information courtesy of Ambimedinc
Device information courtesy of Candian Drugs Wholesale


1 comment:

  1. After reading your post, the artificial vision device that I saw recently came to my mind. It's a tiny and discreet camera attachment that reads text from any surface and converts it to audio. Then, it speaks the message to the wearer's ear instantly. The main goal of this wearable assistive technology is helping people who are legally blind achieve greater independence.

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