Bariatric By: Carvelle Jean-Philippe Goal: Assist Bariatric physicians in weight management

What is Bariatic?  Bariatric is the branch of medicine that deals with the causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity.

Bariatric Patients  Overweight and obesity are rising medical problems. There are many detrimental health effects of obesity. These include heart disease, diabetes mellitus, many types of cancer, asthma, obstructive sleep apnea, and chronic musculoskeletal problems.

Bariatric Patients cont.  Overweight and obese people, including children, may find it difficult to lose weight on their own. It is common for dieters to have tried fad diets only to find that they gain weight, or return to their original weight. At this moment, they may see a bariatric physician.

Baritric Treatment  Although diet, exercise, behavior therapy and anti-obesity drugs are first-line treatment, medical therapy for severe obesity has limited short-term success and very poor long-term success.  Techniques used in bariatric include bioelectrical impedance analysis, a method to measure body fat percentage.

Equipment and Software  Detecto® Bariatric Flip-up Seat Platform Scale  Ascender EZ UP Bariatric Transport/Day Chair  Portable Bariatric Wheelchair Scale  Invacare Bariatric Drop Arm Commode  PhysioTools Hydrotherapy Software

Detecto® Bariatric Flip-up Seat Platform Scale  Oversized platform with skidproof rubber mat and stainless steel handrail with handgrips is strong enough to help steady bariatric patients. 0.7"H LCD display can be read from either side of scale.  Used to weight bariatric patients  $3, at Alimed.com

Ascender EZ UP Bariatric Transport/Day Chair  Can be used as both a transport and a stationary room chair. High seat makes sitting and standing easier and helps prevent hip dislocation. Patented retractable footrest with extra large platform. Adjustable angle seat back and seat bottom. Horizontal push bar helps caregivers avoid injury. Optional leg elevation attachment offers exceptional support.  $2, at Alimed.com

Portable Bariatric Wheelchair Scale  Accommodating up to 40 inch (101 cm) wide wheelchairs, the American-made BRW1000 provides everything required for weighing bariatric patients. For added comfort, a patient may be wheeled onto the scale and the chair tare weight keyed in for an easy weighing.

Portable Bariatric Wheelchair Scale cont.  Heavy-duty, extra-large platform measuring 40 x 30 inch (101 x 76 cm) with integral ramp, and 1,000 lb capacity makes this scale perfect for patients in manual or power wheelchairs, dialysis patients, or walk-ons. EMR/EHR ready with serial, USB, and optional Ethernet connectivity.  $4, at isokineticsinc.com

Invacare Bariatric Drop Arm Commode  The Invacare Bariatric Drop Arm Commode is built with durable steel construction and is designed with a wide and deep seating surface for individuals weighing up to 1000 lbs.

Invacare Bariatric Drop Arm Commode cont.  The commode comes with easy to operate drop arms that accommodates transfers in and out of the commode. The drop arm commode also has an extra- wide snap on seat and backrest and also has height adjustable legs.  $ at isokineticsinc.com

PhysioTools Hydrotherapy Software  Designed to support your client’s program of exercise and care, PhysioTools software enables you to provide personalized exercise handouts at the click of a button. Simply select the exercises, customize the text and print or your handout.  Since 1987, PhysioTools has worked with world renowned authors and publishers to bring you professional and up to date clinical content. Leading hospitals, universities, clinics and professionals around the world use PhysioTools to create exercise and information handouts in over 20 languages.

PhysioTools Hydrotherapy Software cont. Features  Exercises have descriptive instructions and clear images displayed as line drawings, color illustrations, photographs and videos  Edit exercises and instructions or add your own  Customize handouts with your contact details and logo  Create templates of favorite exercises for specific routines, conditions and injuries  Handouts can be customized with the client’s name and personalized instructions  $149 at isokineticsinc.com

Conclusion  Getting these equipment would greatly assist better over view of these bariatric patients.