VitalStim
Retrain the swallow.
VitalStim Plus combines NMES with surface EMG biofeedback in a hand-held, battery-powered unit. The VitalStim waveform stimulates the swallowing muscles of the anterior neck in co-contraction mode on up to four channels, while VMS mode allows custom, sequenced protocols. In sEMG and triggered-stimulation modes the patient sees and hears muscle activity and starts the swallow, with stimulation added once a threshold is reached. Sessions can be mirrored to a computer or tablet over Bluetooth.
Key specifications
Why the VitalStim Plus
Stimulation built for swallowing
The VitalStim waveform is applied to the swallowing muscles of the anterior neck in co-contraction mode, with up to four channels stimulating and pausing together.
Biofeedback the patient can see
sEMG signals are displayed on screen and turned into sound, encouraging effort and providing documentation to measure progress.
Patient-triggered stimulation
In sEMG + Triggered Stim mode the patient starts the swallow; once the set threshold is reached, the unit switches to stimulation to increase the exercise load.
Custom protocols
VMS mode lets clinicians set phase duration, frequency and work and rest times, and sequence channels to follow the natural swallowing order.
Where it is used
Hospital wards from ICU onwards, stroke and neuro-rehabilitation units, head and neck cancer services and outpatient dysphagia clinics, by trained clinicians.
In the box
VitalStim Plus unit with stand, rubber sleeve, stylus, four colour-coded lead wires, sEMG reference lead, operator remote switch, carry case, batteries, quick-start guide and USB software stick, as shown by the maker; electrodes are ordered separately. Pack sizes and configurations are confirmed with the quotation.
Clearance & compliance
FDA 510(k) cleared (K153224, VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy System, product code IPF, Class II) · CE marked (notified body 2797) per user manual 13-0892 Rev L · Prescription device. Supplied subject to registration in each destination country (MOHAP, DoH, DHA, SFDA or the equivalent authority). Certificates, declarations of conformity, IFUs and registration documents are provided with every quotation. Specifications are indicative and subject to manufacturer change.
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Questions
Is VitalStim Plus available in the UAE and the GCC?
KGG sources VitalStim Plus and VitalStim electrodes on request for hospitals and rehabilitation centres in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman, supplied subject to registration in each destination country. Availability is confirmed with each quotation.
How do I get a price?
Add VitalStim Plus to your quote list or use Request a quote, with the electrode packs you need. We reply with pricing, lead time and documents for your country.
Who can use it?
It is a prescription device for use by or on the order of a physician or licensed health professional. Chattanooga offers VitalStim training to registered customers, and a registry of VitalStim therapists exists.
What is it indicated for?
The VitalStim waveform is intended for muscle re-education of the swallowing musculature in dysphagia from any cause except mechanical causes needing surgery, such as obstructing tumours.
Which consumables does it need?
VitalStim electrodes, available in adult packs of 12, 30, 50 and 100, small single-use kits and ECO bulk packs, plus a reference EMG electrode for biofeedback, and AA batteries.
How long does a course of therapy take?
Chattanooga describes programmes typically given 3 to 5 days a week for 30–60 minutes, over a few weeks or longer, as set by the clinician.
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