NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island First Hospital in the New York City metro area to use the “BITS” Device on Stroke Patients 2 HOMEREPORTER.COM bROOKLYN’S TOP DOCTORS York the motivate patients institution’s said Dr. treatment in the Lisa limited currently more meet evaluate as improve Foot electrical Upper injury. through is right “Brooklyn, NY) NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island is the first hospital in the New York City metro area to have the Bioness Integrated Therapy System (BITSTM). “BITS is a multi-disciplinary therapy tool designed to engage and motivate patients while improving clinician efficiency. BITS’ interactive touchscreen and diverse program options challenge patients to improve function and performance through use of visual motor skills, visual processing, cognition and endurance training. Integration of this groundbreaking technology into your rehabilitation care program demonstrates your institution’s dedication to improved outcomes and cutting-edge clinical care,” said Ms.Meghan Seus, Bioness’ Senior Product. Manager for Rehabilitation Technology. “At NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island we are making strides in providing the best quality care to our patients,” said Dr. John Maese, Chief Medical Officer at Coney Island Hospital, “This device allows advanced and innovative treatment in the rehabilitation of patients with neurological injuries and disorders.” “The system is more engaging to the patient and its’ instant feedback gives instant motivation to improve,” said Ms. Lisa Bosse, Director of Occupational Therapy at Coney Island Hospital. “BITS allows me to see what the patient can actually do…to see where they are cognitively,” said Ms. Martha Bull, Occupational Therapist, “It can assess problems that we may miss using standardized testing and since we have a limited amount of time to work with the patient, this system makes the most out of it by finding the issues quicker.” Mr. George Washington, a NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island employee and patient recovering from a stroke, currently uses the BITS system to improve his hand-eye coordination, memory, and use of his arms. “It’s a challenge but a more fun challenge and you get something out of it,” said Mr. Washington, “It’s less painful for my mind and my arm.” About the Bioness Integrated Therapy System (BITS) The BITS is a touch-screen based therapy platform that will support a series of software programs designated to meet diverse therapy needs. The system is now available with an initial interactive software application designed to evaluate and improve abilities in individuals with disabilities resulting from traumatic injuries and movement disorders as well as improve performance in competitive athletes. About Bioness Inc. Bioness is the leading provider of innovative technologies to help people regain mobility and independence and improve quality of life. Neurological solutions for people suffering from hand and lower extremity paralysis include the L300® Foot Drop System, L300® Plus System, and the H200® Wireless Hand Rehabilitation System which utilize functional electrical stimulation (FES) to promote motor recovery and function for individuals affected by upper motor neuron injuries. Upper motor neuron may include central nervous system disorders including stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury. Patients may also benefit from the Vector Gait and Safety System®, providing over-ground gait rehabilitation through dynamic body weight support. Individual results vary. Consult with a qualified physician to determine if this product is right for you. Contraindications, Adverse Reactions and Precautions are available on-line at www.bioness.com L300®, L300® Plus, H200®, Vector Gait & Safety System®, BITS™ and Bioness® are trademarks of Bioness Inc. |www.bioness.com | Rx Only Additional information about Bioness can be found at www.bioness.com. About NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island is a member of the NYC Health + Hospitals health care system and has served the Southern Brooklyn community since 1875. The 371-bed hospital has more than 2,900 staff. Inpatient services account for 18,000 discharges annually and an extensive ambulatory care program serves more than 300,000 outpatient primary care and specialty care visits annually. Its emergency room sees more than 72,000 visits every year. Clinical centers of excellence include: Primary Care, Adolescent Medicine and Behavioral Health. About NYC Health + Hospitals NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, and post-acute care centers. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city’s five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychealthandhospitals.org and stay connected on facebook.com/nycHHC or Twitter @NYCHealthSystem.
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