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SDMS Recommendations Checklist
The following recommended checklist was taken from the Industry Standards for the Prevention of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Sonography, published May 2003, page 3 of the Equipment Control Measures section.
Full Industry Standards
These features are considered essential for new or replacement sonography tables: | Biodex meets Recommendations: | |
1. | Height-adjustable, capable of being adjusted low enough to allow patients to get on and off easily unassisted, and to allow user to scan in a sitting or standing position while maintaining arm abduction of less than 30 degrees. | YES |
2. | Maneuverable, full wheel mobility, and wheel locks that are easily operated. | YES |
3. | Open access from all sides to allow the users to place their knees and feet underneath, if needed. Table support structure and/or table mechanisms should not extend beyond the table top such that it prevents the user from minimizing reach and arm abduction. | YES |
4. | For endovaginal scanning, suitable patient access and support such as adjustable footboard and stirrups. | YES |
5. | For cardiac imaging, an easily operated, drop away or cut out section to allow unhindered access to the apical region while allowing the user’s wrist o remain supported and in a neutral position. | YES |
6. | Ideally, electronic controls that are accessible and easy to use. | YES |
7. | The following options may assist in reducing scan time by improved patient positioning depending on the procedure: a. Trendelenberg and reverse Trendelenberg b. Fowler back (upright table back) c. Arm extension d. Central locks e. Patient restraints |
YES
YES |
“We find that this table is easy to use and we are pleased with its performance.”