What are the benefits of using Kinetic Therapy™?
Studies have demonstrated that Kinetic Therapy™ can help:
- Resolve atelectasis 1
- Provide better matching of ventilation and perfusion 2
- Mobilize pulmonary interstitial fluid accumulation3
Can Kinetic Therapy™ help improve patient outcomes?
A meta analysis of several randomized controlled trials demonstrated that Kinetic Therapy™ can reduce nosocomial pneumonia by 50%, hours intubated by 35% and ICU length of stay by 24%4. Another large randomized clinical trial showed a significant reduction in ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) and a significant reduction in lobar atelectasis in mechanically ventilated patients treated with Kinetic Therapy™ 3.
Can Kinetic Therapy™ help reduce costs in preventing pulmonary complications?
One study found an average cost savings of $6,695 per patient associated with Kinetic Therapy™ in the reduction of lower respiratory tract infections5.
What is advanced Kinetic Therapy™?
Advanced Kinetic Therapy™ is lateral rotation up to 62° (124° arc). A steeper angle of rotation has been shown to improve oxygenation in patients with pulmonary complications6.
What are the differences between Kinetic Therapy™ and Continuous Lateral Rotation Therapy (CLRT)?
Kinetic Therapy™, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), is a kinetic bed capable of achieveing a 62° angle turn. Significant pulmonary outcomes have been demonstrated at an angle of 40° or greater7. CLRT is defined by the CDC as any rotation less than or equal to 40°.
Does the RotoRest® Delta Therapy System rotate more than 40°?
Yes. The RotoRest® Delta Therapy System provides advanced Kinetic Therapy™ up to 62° (124° arc) laterally for aggressive treatment of pulmonary complications6.
Does the RotoRest® Delta Therapy System provide percussion therapy?
Yes. An optional chest percussor can be used to further enhance the mobilization of pulmonary secretions.
Does the RotoRest® Delta Therapy System provide primary stabilization for cervical fractures?
No. The RotoRest® Delta Therapy System is not to be used as the primary means of stabilizing a cervical fracture. During cervical traction, a halo and vest or internal fixation must be used. However, the RotoRest® may be used during treatment of thoracic or lumbar fractures, skeletal traction and as a secondary means of stabilizing a cervical fracture.
1 Marik, P.E., Fink, M.P. One Good Turn Deserves Another, Critical Care Medicine, September 2002; 30(9): 2146-2148
2 Choi, Sung C. And Nelson, Loren D., Journal of Critical Care, Vol. 7, No.1, pp.57-62, March, 1992
3 Ahrens T, Kollef M, Stewart J, Shannon W. Effect of Kinetic Therapy™
on Pulmonary Complications, American Journal of Critical Care, September 2004, Vol. 13, No. 5, pp. 376-382
4 Reducing Nosocomial Pneumonia in Critical Care. McKay, C. A Supplement to RN: February, 1999
5 Mullins, C, PhD, et al. Cost Effectiveness of Kinetic Therapy™ in Preventing Nosocomial Lower Respiratory Tract Infections in Patients Suffering from Trauma, Managed Care Interface, August 2002; 15: 35-40. Results based on a single study. Individual cost savings may vary.
6 Berkemeier, H., et.al., Anesthesiology, Vol. 85, No. 3A, September, 1996
7 Published studies available upon request
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