Visual Health Information (VHI)

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Products manufactured by Visual Health Information (VHI) (listed alphabetically)

1. ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING EXERCISE KIT

   The Activities of Daily Living Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical or occupational therapists who work with individuals with upper or lower extremity disabilities, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, spinal cord injury, respiratory disabilities, stroke, or brain injury. The kit contains professionally illustrated instruction cards to help the therapist communicate Activities of Daily Living instructions to patients, family caregivers, staff, and interdisciplinary team members. The cards tell patients and their family members how to continue to improve independent living skills. The kit is available as a collection of 156 reproducible cards together with 35 reproducible full page information sheets, or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included). The computer version includes English and Spanish captions.

2. AMPUTEE LOWER EXTREMITY REHABILITATION EXERCISE KIT

   The Amputee Lower Extremity Rehabilitation Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapits who work with individuals with lower extremity amputation. The program presents 122 professionally illustrated exercises for individuals with lower extremity amputation, including post operative exercises and exercises for the upper extremity, sound lower extremity, back and trunk. It includes 26 reproducible full page patient tip sheets dealing with transfers, shrinker fitting, wrapping, residual limb management, and positioning. A Special Tips and Guidelines Booklet covers Exercise Guidelines for the Amputee, Equipment Needs for the Amputee, Exercise Instructions, Residual Limb Management, and Use of Patient Tip Sheets. The program is available in two formats: As a set of reproducible cards, or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included).

3. AQUATIC EXERCISE COLLECTION: DYNAMIC / FUNCTIONAL

   The Aquatic Exercise Collection: Dynamic/ Functional is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. This comprehensive aquatic exercise collection contains both shallow- and deep-water exercises utilizing a Dynamic/Multidirectional/ Functional approach. The therapist can use the 326 exercises in the collection with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry) to design individualized exercise plans for patients. The collection includes exercises for the upper and lower extremities and trunk utilizing a ball, barbell, kickboard, mask, snorkel, step, stick, or tubing. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures.

4. AQUATIC EXERCISES KIT

   The Aquatic Exercises Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists to create exercise plans for individuals with pain, decreased activities of daily living, movement and mobility dysfunction, deconditioning, or repetitive stress disorders. The program includes 138 professionally illustrated exercises for use in rehabilitation and fitness routines, and is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry), which enables the therapist to create exercise programs for individual patients. Exercise categories include upper body, lower body, trunk, diagonal patterns, gait, upper extremity patterns, total body, and deep water. The kit also includes a Visual Index and six full-page tip sheets on hydrostatic pressure, buoyancy, upper and lower body stretch sequence, proper posture in water, and pathways. The computer version has captions in English or Spanish.

5. ASSISTED EXERCISE KIT

   The Assisted Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists who work with aides, caregivers, or family members of individuals with stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, severe physical disabilities, fractures and other orthopedic conditions, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Guillain Barre syndrome, brain tumor, cancer, tendinitis, or developmental disorders. This kit is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included). The computer version includes English and Spanish captions. The therapist uses the cards or database to design an exercise program and to show the caregiver how to perform each exercise with the patient. Each instruction clearly demonstrates the position of the patient and the movements to be performed by the caregiver. The kit includes 238 professionally illustrated cards, with instructions for exercising the shoulder, wrist, trunk, hip, ankle and foot, scapula, elbow, thumb, cervical spine, knee, and finger. General instructions are also included.

6. BALANCE AND VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION KIT

   The Balance and Vestibular Rehabilitation Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists who work with individuals with balance or lower extremity disabilities. This collection contains therapeutic interventions to teach compensations or adaptations for postural stability in a variety of situations; exercises to enhance static and dynamic postural stability in a variety of reduced and conflicting sensory environments; a variety of exercises related to functional activities; comprehensive eye exercises in varying functional postures for increasing gaze stabilization and oculomotor control; and a variety of exercise progressions from easy to advanced. Exercises are included for poor or deficient balance, equilibrium, static/dynamic sitting or standing problems, dizziness or vertigo, gait instability, general unsteadiness, total hip or knee replacement, or ankle sprain or strain. The kit includes 130 professionally illustrated exercises (sitting, standing - dynamic, standing - static, eye exercises, otolith stimulation, gait, and habituation), general safety tips, and two full field stimulus patterns (stripes and checkerboard). This kit is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). The computer version includes English and Spanish captions. DIMENSIONS: Full field stimulus patterns are 8.5 x 11 inches.

7. GERIATRIC EXERCISE RESOURCE LIBRARY

   The Geriatric Exercise Resource Library is an exercise plan program designed for use by occupational or physical therapists. The library contains 457 professionally illustrated exercises and 31 tip sheets, which the therapist can use to create individualized exercise plans for seniors. Exercise categories include Orthopedic (neck, hand, wrist, elbow, back, knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, foot, thoracic); Mobility (sitting, balance, gait, sitting to standing); Health Promotion (circulation, flexibility, posture, breathing, strength building); and Special Conditions (osteoporosis, arthritis, Parkinson's, lower extremity amputee, stroke). Topics of reproducible tip sheets include bed mobility, progressive neuromuscular relaxation, back care, foot care, lower extremity amputee, osteoporosis, arthritis, stroke pointers, Parkinson's, wheelchair to tub/bed/toilet/car transfer, total knee replacement, total hip replacement, and gait/ balance tips. The library is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as an exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included). In the computer database version, all exercises are drawn in both male and female figures, with English, Spanish and French captions included.

8. GERIATRIC STRENGTHENING - FRAIL THROUGH FIT EXERCISE KIT

   The Geriatric Strengthening - Frail Through Fit Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists who work with seniors. This collection contains 362 strength and power exercises that the therapist can use to develop exercise programs individually adapted to older adult patients with acute and chronic diseases, including hip, knee, ankle, abdominal, low back, upper extremity multi-joint, lower extremity multi-joint, shoulder, elbow, and wrist exercises. All exercises have been drawn in both male and female figures. This is an exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included).

9. INCONTINENCE AND PELVIC FLOOR DISORDERS EXERCISE KIT

   The Incontinence & Pelvic Floor Disorders Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists who work with individuals with incontinence or pelvic floor disorders. The database includes illustrated instructions for 254 exercises, which the therapist can use to design a personalized exercise program. Exercise categories include adjacent muscle groups, diaphragmatic breathing, exercise ball, functional movement progressions, hospital/post surgical rehabilitation, lumbopelvic stabilization, pelvic floor co-contraction, pelvic floor coordination, pelvic floor facilitation, pelvic floor isolation, pelvic floor relaxation, and transverse abdominals. The database also includes tip sheets for Anatomy-Front, Bladder Diary, and Pelvic Floor Location/ Contraction. This is an exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). All exercises have been drawn in both male and female figures, and exercises and tip sheets may be printed with English or Spanish captions.

10. LYMPHEDEMA EXERCISE KIT

    The Lymphedema Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical or occupational therapists who work with individuals with lymphedema or sub-acute persistent edema. The therapist can use this exercise database with PC-Kits software (not included) to design customized exercise plans. The lymphedema section has exercises for treating primary and secondary extremity, breast, trunk, and genital lymphedema. The Manual Edema Mobilization section is designed for use with sub-acute to chronic edema resulting from upper and lower extremity surgery, trauma, wounds, or post-stroke. The lymphedema section has 168 general exercises and 94 office exercises for every part of the body with and without bandages; 106 self-massage techniques; and 47 lymphedema tip sheets, including bandaging techniques and upper and lower extremity measuring guidelines. The manual edema mobilization section has over 100 mobilization exercises for upper and lower extremity; 24 pump point circle techniques (with and without caregiver assistance); 106 self-massage techniques (also found in Lymphedema section); 30 tip sheets (some found in the lymphedema section) with 6 pre-made routines; and 28 Kinesio Taping method tip sheets for trunk, upper/lower arm, and finger/thumb. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures.

11. MANUAL THERAPY EXERCISE KIT

    The Manual Therapy Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. The therapist can use this exercise database with PC-Kits software (not included) to create individualized exercise plans for treating cervical whiplash, lumbar pain, spinal disc injuries, shoulder dysfunctions, chronic spinal pain, degenerative joint disease (DJD) of the hip, and postural dysfunctions. The database includes 568 professionally illustrated shoulder, back, cervical, abdominal, lower extremity, mobilization, spinal locking, and wrist/elbow exercises. All exercises have been drawn in both male and female figures, with both English and Spanish captions.

12. NEURODYNAMIC MOBILIZATION EXERCISE KIT

    The Neurodynamic Mobilization Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. The therapist can use this exercise database with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry) to design a personalized exercise plan for an individual with a musculoskeletal condition that has a neural tissue component. The database has 143 professionally-illustrated exercises of the upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity, including passive mobilization exercises to provide central nervous system input without inciting a stress response, neurogenic massage to reduce perineural swelling, and active neuromobilization exercises to promote healing and restoration of optimum mechanical properties. All exercises have been drawn in both male and female figures, with English and Spanish captions included.

13. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXERCISE KIT

    The Occupational Therapy Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by occupational therapists. The kit includes 234 professionally-illustrated elbow, finger, forearm, joint protection, scapula, scar tissue massage, shoulder, thumb, and wrist exercises; splint instructions; Incorporation of Functional Activities; joint protection techniques for the arthritic patient; edema management; work injury prevention techniques; exercises for post flexor tendon repair; and putty and band exercises. This kit is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (see entry; not included). The computer version includes English, French, and Spanish captions.

14. ORAL SENSORY & MOTOR TREATMENT EXERCISE KIT

    The Oral Sensory & Motor Treatment Exercise Kit is an exercise plan program designed for use by speech therapists who work with children or adults with communication, neurological, speech, or swallowing disabilities, stroke, brain injury, cleft palate, cancer of the head or neck, tongue thrusts, or vocal resonance disorders. The therapist can use this kit to design an individualized clinic, school, or home treatment program. The kit contains 240 professionally-illustrated exercises, including sensory, motor, and sensory-motor exercises of the cheek, jaw, lip, palate, and tongue. It is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as an exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). In the computer database version, all exercises are drawn in both male and female figures, with English and Spanish captions included.

15. ORTHOPEDIC EXERCISE & REHABILITATION PRESCRIPTION KIT

    The Orthopedic Exercise & Rehabilitation Prescription Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists to create exercise plans for their patients. This kit has a total of 574 professionally- illustrated exercises, including 46 ankle foot exercises, 101 back exercises, 66 cervical spine exercises, 77 hand exercises, 81 hip/knee exercises, 113 shoulder exercises, 35 trunk stability exercises, 35 spinal mobilization exercises, and 20 TMJ (temporomandibular joint) exercises. The kit is available either as a set of reproducible cards or as a computer exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). The computer version includes male and female illustrations with English, French, and Spanish captions.

16. OSTEOPOROSIS MANAGEMENT AND POSTURE CORRECTION EXERCISE KIT

    The Osteoporosis Management and Postural Correction Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists who work with individuals with osteoporosis. The therapist can use this exercise database with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry) to design individualized exercise plans. The database contains 154 professionally-illustrated exercises, including re-alignment, postural correction, breathing, standing balance, walking, supine, prone, standing, resistance band, weight training, body mechanics, leg stretch with strap, and roller exercises. Also included are 26 full-page education sheets. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures.

17. PC-KITS DESKTOP EDITION

    PC-Kits Desktop Edition is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical or occupational therapists. With this drag and drop program, the therapist can create, customize, and print an exercise routine for a specific individual. In creating the printable routine, the therapist can choose from seven layouts, edit captions, and flip pictures for left-right orientation. The program includes password protection and an audit log for HIPAA compliance. Most exercise kits allow selection of male or female figures and Spanish or English captions. OPTIONS: Exercise kits for Activities of Daily Living, Amputee Lower Extremity Rehabilitation, Aquatic Exercises, Assisted Exercise, Balance & Vestibular Rehabilitation, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Geriatric Strengthening, Incontinence & Pelvic Floor Disorders, Lymphedema, Manual Therapy, Neurodynamic Mobilization, Occupational Therapy, Oral Sensory and Motor Treatment Kit, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Osteoporosis Management & Postural Correction, Pediatric Functional, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Spinal Stabilization, Strength Training, Stretching, Therapeutic Ball, Tubing, and Wheelchair exercise (see entries). COMPATIBILITY: For use on an IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP, 2003, or Vista operating system; Pentium compatible processor; 16 megabytes (MB) RAM; 40 to 500 MB free hard disk space, depending on exercise kit used. WARRANTY: 90-day money back guarantee.

18. PULMONARY REHABILITATION EXERCISE KIT

    The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. The therapist can use this database with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry) to design individualized exercise programs for individuals with respiratory conditions, including emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis, asthma, restrictive lung disorders, bronchietasis, and cystic fibrosis. The collection includes 107 professionally- illustrated exercises for airway clearance, energy conservation, breathing, and intimacy. Also included are 92 full-page instructional handouts on lung anatomy, lung problems, the sinuses, inhaled medications, energy conservation, intimacy, controlling shortness of breath, avoiding irritants and allergens, exercise, airway clearance, home oxygen, noninvasive ventilation, peak flow meter, respiratory self-assessment, sinus flush, and common problems associated with respiratory conditions.

19. SPINAL STABILIZATION EXERCISE KIT

    The Spinal Stabilization Exercise Kit is an exercise plan program designed for use by physical therapists. The therapist can use this collection of stabilization exercises to design individualized exercise programs for patients with spinal weakness and pain. The database is for use with PC-Kits software (not included). It contains 222 illustrated exercises of the lower and upper trunk, including closed chain, exercise ball, tubing, pulley, and Pilates mat exercises. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures.

20. THERAPEUTIC BALL EXERCISE KIT

    The Therapeutic Ball Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. The kit is available either as a collection of reproducible cards or as an exercise database for use with PC-Kits software (not included). The therapist can use this kit to design individualized exercise plans for clients with orthopedic or neurological conditions affecting balance or posture. The kit contains 125 illustrated therapeutic ball exercises of the upper and lower extremities and spine, with instructions for ball care, fitting a ball to a patient, and finding a neutral position. In the computer version, all exercises are drawn in both male and female figures with English and Spanish captions included.

21. TUBING EXERCISE KIT

    The Tubing Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists. This exercise database is for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). The therapist can use the 164 illustrated exercises in the collection to design individualized exercise plans for clients. The collection shows tubing exercises for the biceps, chest, mid-back, quadriceps, shoulders, triceps, and trunk. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures, with English and Spanish captions included.

22. WHEELCHAIR EXERCISE KIT

    The Wheelchair Exercise Kit is an exercise planning program designed for use by physical therapists to design individualized exercise plans for wheelchair users. This exercise database is for use with PC-Kits software (not included; see entry). It contains 113 illustrated exercises, including breathing, neck, chest, upper back, trunk, leg, cardiovascular, hand, and arm exercises, which help wheelchair users to develop flexibility, upper and lower body strength, general conditioning, posture, balance, breathing, and functional fitness. All exercises are drawn in both male and female figures with English and Spanish captions included.