Arrow aims to cut down on DVT
10 Jan 2008
Arrow Medical Ltd has provided product development, production engineering services, assembly and distribution support to Medical Devices Technology International (MTDI) for the new Physio-Master, a self-inflating precision foot cushion that can reduce the risks of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT).
The Physio-Master helps patients to replicate the action of walking, to benefit blood circulation, and also aids rehabilitation of lower limb circulatory problems, such as lymphoedema and swollen ankles. It can also assist patients with balance problems by supporting improvements in pro-prioception, which, while assisting the elderly and other patients recovering after injury, also helps athletes improve reaction times.
Physio-Master, invented by Jill Parker (seen here with the Physio–Master) from the Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, was brought to market with the assistance of MidTECH, part of the national network of NHS Innovation Hubs, and the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Physio-Master is marketed worldwide by MTDI.
Arrow Medical uses a number of techniques to produce the Physio-Master to MDTI's specifications, including multi-layer fabric assembly, sewing and heat sealing and high-precision radio frequency welding,
The unique multi-layer fabric construction with a cellular polymer core created for Physio-Master allows it to be quickly deflated, making it easy to store and pack, while manual inflation is avoided so that patients with respiratory problems can use the device freely and hygienically when they choose.
Martin Levermore, Chief Executive of MDTI, commented, "I am pleased to acknowledge the help we got from Medilink West Midlands and the Manufacturing Advisory Service (West Midlands) to help us find the right UK manufacturing partner for this project. All our expectations have been fulfilled and we will now be working hard to capitalise on the good reception we have received from the medical marketplace. "
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