ACHILLES BONE ULTRASONOMETER

CERTAINTY

Proven in 11 prospective clinical studies.

High negative predictive value

Dynamic signal-strength compensation allows measurement over a wide range of bone densities

Bi-directional measurement helps ensure a consistent reading

Controlled measurement of site temperature for greater accuracy than other QUS systems

Results expressed as Stiffness Index—a composite of Speed of Sound (SOS) and Broadband Ultrasound Attenuation (BUA)—which compensates for the effect of heel width and temperature

Real-time image provides visual confirmation of proper heel placement (Achilles InSight only)

COMFORT

No messy gels

Warm, water-filled membranes hug the heel

Large, easy-to-read color display tilts towards the patient

No ionizing radiation

Quick exam—just a few minutes from shoe off to shoe on

CONVENIENCE

No special rooms

Durable and easily portable

Generates full-sized and full-color reports

On-board memory stores up to 2,000 patient records—no need to carry a computer

Customizable measurement workflows allow you to select which patient data to collect and report