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Improved Overhead Arm Support base board for increased stability

Improved Overhead Arm Support base board for increased stability

[Dec 1, 2024]

The Overhead Arm Support has had its daggerboard surface enlarged for improved device stability.

A medical device for supporting the patient's arms over the head
Above: New Overhead Arm Support base board.

Increasing the daggerboard dimensions improves device stability, reducing the likelihood of dislodgement by a restless or larger patient.

  • 20mm added to each side, increasing the overall width from 220mm to 260mm
  • 20mm also added to the length, increasing the overall length from 420mm to 440mm
  • Board end is made more square

All of these changes help to increase the surface area in contact with the mattress.