Tag Archives: Device

FDA sees benefits of linking universal device IDs to EHRs

The Food and Drug Administration contends that universal device identifiers will enable the agency to actively monitor medical device performance and better identify patient safety concerns and recalls. Medical devices marked with a unique code are used to track them through their distribution and use in patients. In particular, the FDA sees tremendous value in… Read More »

New device spells the end of the mondegreen

“If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of Giants.” It would be hard to imagine what Newton would think, almost 350 years later, of how the world of technology has taken to heart this concept of building upon previous knowledge. Today I am going to talk about one specific product… Read More »

Tiny Device Is a ‘Huge Advance’ for Treatment of Severe Heart Failure

Almost two million Americans have severe heart failure, and for them even mundane tasks can be extraordinarily difficult. With blood flow impeded throughout their bodies, patients may become breathless simply walking across a room or up stairs. Some must sleep sitting up to avoid gasping for air. Drugs may help to control the symptoms, but… Read More »

Aptoco Magic Back Support Stretcher Spine Stretcher Lumbar Support Massager, Device For Back Stretching Pain Reliever Spinal Decompression

Product description: Magic Back Support is a convenient at home back pain treatment and preventative care product. It’s a simple, passive way to gently stretch your entire back, helping to eliminate the source of your back pain and restore your natural back curve. How Does It Work? When lying down on Magic Back, gravity allows… Read More »