Bodystik

The Bodystik cabin is designed with patient experience in mind. Featuring an extremely low step, it makes cabin entry easier, especially for elderly or infirm patients. The unique 60 degrees swing-out chair design allows patients to sit comfortably outside the cabin and then swing in for testing, ideal for wheelchair users.

To accommodate a wide range of patients, both the chair and measurement arm are height adjustable. The measurement arm can be adjusted during testing from outside without interrupting the measurements. The cabin door is secured with electromagnetic locks, which can be opened from inside and outside of the cabin with a simple push of a button. Additionally, the locks disengage automatically in the event of a power failure, this enhancing patient safety. 

Patient and operator communication is facilitated by an integrated intercom system, with a microphone in the control panel and loudspeakers inside the cabin. This allows the operator to provide clear instructions to the patient throughout the test.

Bodystik is built with a robust aluminum framework, ensuring stable, reliable measurements. Comfort is further enhanced by ESD glazing on all sides and the top, providing a clear view of the surroundings and creating a bright, inviting interior. The five large tempered glass windows offer patients a clear view of the operator during the test, contributing to a more comfortable testing environment. They facilitate visual communication while the integrated intercom system ensures the patient can hear instructions clearly during the test. The expansive glass surfaces also help to reduce non-compliance from patients who might otherwise hesitate to enter a Body Plethysmograph.

The Bodystik can optionally be upgraded with the Add-on CO Diffusion, enabling lung diffusion (DLCO) measurements directly within the Bodystik via the standard device arm. The gas supply is delivered to the patient through a demand valve, while the integrated infrared gas analyzer enables fast diffusion measurements without moving the patient.

Further software options expand the capabilities of the Bodystik with the addition of MIP (Maximum Inspiratory Pressure) and MEP (Maximum Expiratory Pressure) measurements. These parameters provide valuable insights into respiratory drive, muscle function and auxiliary respiratory muscles, making them essential for investigating neuromuscular disorders like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

Testing and analysis with the Bodystik are controlled by the powerful BLUE CHERRY® software platform and help ensure the test adheres to ATS/ERS guidelines. The software displays key data, such as breathing frequency and exhalation time during the test maneuver, assisting the operator in maintaining optimal testing conditions.

Additionally, BLUE CHERRY® allows the creation of predefined measurement sequences, permitting repetitions or multiple attempts of specific measurements. This helps operators to focus on the patient and ensure accuracy while reducing test time. On-screen instructions further assist in streamlining the testing process and enhancing result reliability. After the test, BLUE CHERRY® provides a powerful comparison and reporting suite, allowing users to compare results via overlays and assess measurements against ATS/ERS acceptability criteria to ensure sufficient patient cooperation.