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DISCLAIMER:
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.



Item Details

Body Coolers

ILC Reference NO 12:54:059
Item sourced from ILC NSW database


Cooling Vest

Short Description
A range of body worn products designed to cool the body by 6 - 7 degrees centigrade. Suitable for people with disabilities who have problems related to thermal control.





Price Guide
Approx Price: $22.00
Price Date: 18/08/2008
Prices from Personal Health Products
Examples of product range:
$22 Magic Bandana
$32 Scarf Cooler
$68 Back Pad


More Details
* Wheelchair cooling pads and a Car Seat Pad are also available.
* The cooling compound is non toxic and hygroscopic in nature, which absorbs water and swells in size. Over a period of days the crystals release moisture to the atmosphere by evaporation, resulting in a lowering of the body temperature at its contact point.
* Can be used repeatedly
* No ice or refrigeration is required
* Can also be heated (heat pads)


Models
* Hooded Bandana
* Head band
* Face mask
* Magic bandana
* Work collar (single or double)
* Back pad
* Skull pad
* Pull over vest
* Body cooling vest
* Neck and cervical pad
* Foot cooler
* Glove
* Wheelchair pads (2)
* Utility wrap (small, medium and large) for body joints and limbs - knee, wrist, elbow, neck, ankle, arm, leg
* Car seat pad


Method Of Use
* The cooling is activated by immersing the cooler in cool water.

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp

Place Of Manufacture
USA

Additional Dimensions
Unknown

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
PERSONAL HEALTH PRODUCTS,   VICTORIA PARK, WA

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Cooler Wheelchair Pad  
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