Speech therapy and communication Meeting all of your speech therapy needs
Every voice matters
Speech therapy and communication is essential Medline has everything speech language pathologists like you need in order to meet patients' needs. From supplies to capital, we can help you optimize patients' speech therapy care. Interested in expanding your skills to include EMG and biofeedback? We have several educational resources available (see page 4). For details, contact your Medline representative today!
Did you know? 6–8M
Americans have some form of language impairment1
15M
Dysphagia affected adults in the U.S.2
22% of adults age 50+
Affected by dysphagia3
Electrotherapy Chattanooga VitalStim Plus® • Utilizing the power of NMES and sEMG with biofeedback, this unit includes the customized and preprogrammed protocols including a 60-minute treatment protocol • VitalStim Plus kit includes the following accessories: snap lead wires, reference EMG lead wire, hand switch, stylus, rubber sleeve, and display stand Item No.
Description
Pkg.
CHT5923
VitalStim Plus
1 kit
CHT5923
VitalStim electrodes • Unique design and material stretches and molds to the irregular surface of the anterior neck • Excellent adhesion and gentle removal for delicate skin Item No.
Description
Pkg.
E-I59000
VitalStim electrodes
12/pk
E-I59042
VitalStim electrodes
30/pk
E-I59043
VitalStim electrodes
50/pk
E-I59044
VitalStim electrodes
100/pk
E-I59000
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Spectramed Classic SwallowStim • A simple, easy-to-use NMES modality that can be added to your own customized speech programs
Spectramed available exclusively from Medline
• Kit includes snap and pin connection lead wires Item No.
Description
Pkg.
SPM01GS25
Classic SwallowStim
1 kit
Spectramed Guardian Unity™ SwallowStim • Taking the versatility of NMES and combining it with preprogrammed protocols, including a 30-minute treatment protocol
SPM01GS25
• Kit includes snap and pin connection lead wires Item No.
Description
Pkg.
SPM01GS90
Guardian Unity SwallowStim
1 kit
SPM01GS90E
Guardian Unity kit with education course: NMES in Dysphagia Management
1 kit
™
Spectramed Guardian Aspire2 SwallowStim
SPM01GS90
• Utilizing the power of NMES and sEMG with biofeedback, includes the customized and preprogrammed protocols including a 30-minute treatment protocol • Kit includes pin lead wires, micro USB charger, 1 case of 1" round wire connection electrodes and 1 case of 2" x 2" sEMG reference electrodes Item No.
Description
Pkg.
SPM01AS80
Guardion Aspire SwallowStim
1 kit
SPM01AS80E
Guardian Aspire kit with education course: NMES and sEMG in Dysphagia Management
1 kit
SPM01AS80E3
Guardian Aspire2 kit with education course: Advanced Pediatric NMES and sEMG in Dysphagia Management
1 kit
2
2
SPM01AS80
Spectramed electrodes • Silver coated carbon film reduces impedance and enhances current dispersion • Dual layer hydrogel provides maximum patient comfort and reusability • Skin protectant barrier wipes and electrode placement chart included • Wire connection electrodes are compatible with all Spectramed devices • Snap connection electrodes are compatible with all Spectramed and VitalStim devices
SPM05A159
Item No.
Description
Pkg.
SPM05A165
Electrodes, butterfly, 2" x 3.5", wire connection
40/cs
SPM05A156
Electrodes, round, 1", wire connection
40/cs
SPM05A159
Electrodes, rectangle, 1" x 1.25", wire connection
40/cs
SPM05A151
Electrodes, butterfly, 2" x 3.5", snap connection
40/cs
SPM05A152
Electrodes, round, 7/8", snap connection
40/cs
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SPM05A151
Expand your electrotherapy training
Expand your electrotherapy training with Spectramed Online education Remote live lab Clinical support, 24/7 Self-paced education modules cover the capabilities of your device. From NMES to sEMG, you'll feel comfortable using your device to its full capabilities.
You have an opportunity to review what you’ve learned live with the clinical expert that developed the course.
You’ve made an investment into your learning and we want to provide you with continued clinical support should a question or need arise.
Guardian Unity and Classic Education (SPM2002): NMES in dysphagia management, 0.55 ASHA CEU’s online with remote lab. Guardian Aspire (SPM2000): NMES and sEMG in dysphagia management, 0.65 ASHA CEU’s online with remote lab. Guardian Aspire (SPM2003): Advanced pediatric NMES and sEMG in dyphagia management. 0.65 ASHA CEU's online with remote lab.
Compare electrotherapy devices: Spectramed
Cost
Chattanooga
Classic SwallowStim
Guardian Unity
Guardian Aspire2
VitalStim Plus
$
$$
$$$
$$$$
One day, online
One day, online
Two day, online
Two day, live
NMES sEMG and biofeedback ETS capability Data storage and bluetooth capability Preprogrammed protocol 30-minute protocol 60-minute protocol Customizable protocol 24 hour clinical support Education available
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Communication aids Portable speech therapy mirror • Shatterproof, non-glass mirror is selfcontained in a convenient vinyl-coated cover that opens to form an angled stand • Patient can observe self and therapist simultaneously Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDSR002552
Portable speech mirror
1 ea MDSR002552
Speech therapy dual mirror • Dual-sided mirror has one side with a large mirror that can be used for looking at the entire face while practicing speaking • The other side has a small mirror that allows for concentration on the mouth area • Hinge allows mirror to be positioned at any angle needed Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDSR007397
Speech therapy dual mirror
1 ea
MDSR007397
Vidatak EZ Board™ picture board • Color-coded pain intensity levels from 0-10 to describe listed discomforts • Includes an "I Am" column to indicate state of being and an "I Want" column to indicate wants and needs Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDSPZ02239
Picture board
1 ea MDSPZ02239
Vidatak EZ Board™ word board • Pain chart helps patients describe symptoms with labeled words • Includes an "I am" column to indicate state of being and "I want" column to indicate wants and needs Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDSPZ02240
Word board
1 ea MDSPZ02240
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Alimed® daily communicators
• A simple system to help improve verbal communication • Streamlined size can be carried in a pocket or purse • Heavy-duty pages for durable wear Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI888100
Daily communicator, standard
1 ea
ALI888110
Daily communicator, intermediate
1 ea
ALI888100
GoTalk® communicators
• Powerful, portable, easy-to-use and highly durable communication tools for short- or long-term augmentative communication or cognitive enrichment • Includes 3 blank overlays Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI82258A
Communicator 4+
1/set
ALI82233
Communicator 9+
1/set
ALI82259
Communicator 20+
1/set
ALI82258A
ALI82233
ALI82259
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Speech therapy supplies PROVALE® limited flow cups • Limited-flow cup delivers a fixed amount of thin liquids • Tip the Provale cup in a normal drinking motion, and the cup delivers small sips • Return the cup to its upright position, and the chamber refills and is ready to deliver more sips • Repetitive drinking motion encourages normal drinking habits and may allow for more patient independence Item No.
Description
Pkg.
PCRMP058HH
Provale cup, 5 cc flow
1 ea
PCRMP108HH
Provale cup, 10 cc flow
1 ea
Active instant food thickener • Produces smooth consistency when added to food • Specifically designed for food and beverage preparations to aid individuals with swallowing problems • Will thicken hot or cold foods and beverages to any consistency desired • Will not compromise taste or over thicken • Corn-based modified food starch Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ENT32210H
Active instant thickener, 10-oz.
1 ea
Graduated disposable paper drinking cups • Graduations aid in the measurements of liquids for patients and residents • Both ounce and milliliter scales are printed on the sides of cup for convenience • Made of strong, lightweight paper • Wax coating helps prevent leaks and material weakening during use Item No.
Description
Pkg.
NON05003BARZ
Paper cup, 3-oz.
125/bg
NON05016BARZ
Paper cup, 16-oz.
50/bg
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ENT32210H
Disposable plastic drinking cups • Disposable to reduce the risk of cross-contamination • Translucent to help users and caregivers view and monitor the liquid level • Tapered design with raised sidewall rings helps increase the cup's strength and offers a place for the user to grip • Rolled rim adds strength and durability for worry-free serving and drinking • NON03010BARZ features easy-to-read graduations that allow for accurate measurement of fluid intake and medication doses Item No.
Description
Pkg.
NON03010BARZ
Plastic cup, graduated, 10-oz.
50/bg
NON030035H
Plastic cup, 3.5-oz.
100/bg
NON03005H
Plastic cup, 5-oz.
100/bg
NON03007Z
Plastic cup, 7-oz.
100/bg
NON03009H
Plastic cup, 9-oz.
100/bg
NON03012H
Plastic cup, 12-oz.
50/bg
NON03014H
Plastic cup, 14-oz.
50/bg
NON03016H
Plastic cup, 16-oz.
50/bg
NON03010BARZ
Flexible plastic drinking straws • Top portion bends for drinking ease • Individually wrapped to help reduce cross-contamination Item No.
Description
Pkg.
NON02325H
Straw, flexible, 7.75"
400/bx
NON02350Z
Straw, flexible, 10"
400/bx
Plastic beverage lids • Designed to turn beverages into on-the-go refreshments
NON02325H
• Edges hold on tight to cup rims to cover drinks and keep them at serving temperature longer • Effective spill prevention • Handy slot for straws Item No.
Description
Pkg.
NON0357L
Fits 5–7-oz. cups
2500/cs
NON0309L
Fits 9-oz. cups
2500/cs
NON03010LH
Fits 10-oz. cups
50/bg
NON03012LH
Fits 12–14-oz. cups
100/bg
NON03016LH
Fits 16–24-oz.. cups
100/bg
NON03016LH
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Sterile tongue depressors • Made of high-quality wood so they’re smooth and splinter-free • Also useful for spreading ointments and stirring medications Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDS202073Z
Tongue blade, sterile, 5.5"
100/bx
MDS202075ZZ
Tongue blade, sterile, 6"
100/bx
MDS202073
Lemon glycerin swabsticks • 4" rayon-tipped plastic swabsticks have a refreshing citrus taste • Conveniently packaged three swabs to a pack
MDS090600
• Foil packaging helps keep swabs moist until use Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDS090600HH
Swabstick
3/pk
MDS090600H
Swabstick
75/bx
Disposable penlight • Lightweight and disposable • High-intensity exam light perfect for the physician, nurse and EMT • Constructed of high-impact molded styrene and can be clipped on pockets Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MDS131040
Penlight, disposable
6/pk
MDS131040H
Penlight, disposable
1 ea
MDS131040
SurePrep skin protectant wipes • Fast-drying skin protectant is vapor permeable and delivers protection from friction • Transparent barrier may be used on periwound, peristomal or areas that come in contact with bodily fluids Item No.
Description
Pkg.
MSC1500PK
Protectant wipes
10/pk
MSC1500Z
Protectant wipes
50/bx MSC1500Z
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Education and assessments Boston Diagnosis Aphasia Exam (BDAE)
• Full kit contains manual (Assessment of Aphasia and Related Disorders), record and short-form booklets, stimulus cards, DVD, and BNT scoring booklet Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI82311
BDAE kit, third edition
1 kit ALI82311
Language Activities Resource Kit (LARK-2)
• Use in language therapy for adults with moderate to severe language disorders with an updated collection of objects, photographs, illustrations and print material • Kit includes manual/workbook, 2 each of 25 objects, 200 cards and sturdy storage box Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI82220
LARK-2 kit, second edition
1 kit
ALI82220
Susan Howell Brubaker retraining workbook
• Features 68 real-world exercises for language skills retraining • Target areas for adult and adolescents include: sentence completion, sentence construction, figurative language, general knowledge, word recall, sentence comprehension and spelling Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI80191A
Workbook for Language Skills, second edition
1 ea
ALI80191A
The Source® for Dysphagia workbook
• Gives guidelines for assessment and planning • Provides evidence-based, working knowledge for the evaluation and treatment of dysphagia Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI83446
The Source for Dysphagia, fourth edition
1 ea
ALI83446
Speechmark® ColorCards® cause and effect cards
• New range of full-color, large-format ColorCards • Provides stimulating visual material to develop logical and critical thinking skills Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI80676
Cause and effect cards
48/bx ALI80676
Just for Adults™ photo cards
• Large-size cards feature high-quality, realistic photos with stimuli questions on the back • Cards are divided into 5 sections Item No.
Description
Pkg.
ALI83150
Just for adults photo cards
350/bx
ALI83150
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The complete solution to getting your therapy gym in top shape Whether you're renovating or starting a new build, we can help outfit your therapy gym to make the best impression and create the most effective treatment programs. Our complete solution will help you every step of the way, including: Product Selection For all of your therapy needs from PT, OT, ST, and more, Medline can be your sole provider across the therapy continuum. Design Services Work with our experienced design specialists to efficiently utilize your space. Starting with detailed blueprints, we'll make your vision for a state-of-the-art facility come to life. Warehousing and Delivery We offer a variety of delivery options to meet your needs: • Dock to dock • Delivery with lift gate — for facilities without a receiving dock • Inside delivery — equipment is brought beyond your receiving doors • Consolidated delivery — products will be shipped to an offsite warehouse where they'll be delivered to your facility on a requested day Installation Services From assembly to room placement to debris removal, we can do it all.
From product selection to design services to warehousing, delivery and installation, we’re with you every step of the way.
Contact your Medline representative, email TherapyandRehab@Medline.com or visit medline.com/go/therapy to learn more.
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References: 1.National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/statistics/statistics-voice-speech-and-language. 2016. 2. ASHA. Prevalence of speech, voice and language disorders in the United States. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 1994. 3. ASHA Communication Facts: Special Populations: Dysphagia- 2008 Edition. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2008. All trademarks, regardless of whether they appear with a trademark symbol, are the property of their respective owners unless otherwise noted. Trademark designations refer to the United States only. © 2021 Medline Industries, Inc. All rights reserved. Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, Inc. MKT19W1600311 / LIT451R / 1M / PRNT / 55