The Chattanooga VitalStim Plus is an advanced electrotherapy and sEMG biofeedback system designed to treat dysphagia by re-educating and strengthening the muscles involved in swallowing. Combining neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) with surface electromyography (sEMG), it offers clinicians a comprehensive tool to enhance patient engagement and therapy outcomes.
Dual-Modality Therapy: Integrates NMES and sEMG biofeedback to facilitate muscle recruitment and coordination during swallowing exercises.
Customizable Treatment Protocols: Allows adjustment of parameters such as phase duration, frequency, and work/rest cycles to tailor therapy to individual patient needs.
Interactive Visual & Auditory Feedback: Provides real-time visual and auditory cues to enhance patient participation and motivation during therapy sessions.
Bluetooth Connectivity: Features screen mirroring technology to project live treatment data onto a computer or tablet, enabling clinicians to guide exercises effectively.
Anatomical Library: Includes a comprehensive image library of anatomy, pathology, and therapeutic treatment options to assist in patient education.
Data Management: Treatment data on stimulation and sEMG can be stored, displayed, or exported to a PC for tracking patient progress and generating reports.
VitalStim Plus Snap Lead Wires
Reference EMG Lead Wire
Hand Switch
Stylus
Rubber Sleeve
Stand
Battery Door
Channels: 4 stimulation channels and 2 sEMG channels
Waveforms: VitalStim and VMS (Variable Muscle Stimulation)
User Interface: Color touchscreen display with intuitive navigation
Connectivity: Bluetooth for screen mirroring and data transfer
Power Supply: Rechargeable battery
Weight: Approximately 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
The Chattanooga VitalStim Plus stands out as a versatile and user-friendly device for clinicians aiming to provide effective dysphagia therapy. Its combination of NMES and sEMG biofeedback, along with customizable protocols and interactive features, supports improved patient outcomes and engagement.