Epilepsy Monitors

All Medpage Epileptic Bedtime Seizure Monitors have a sensor which is placed between the mattress and bed base. An additional sensor (built-in microphone) can be used to detect aural sounds that sometimes precede a seizure. Three simple controls provide sensitivity adjustment for the bed sensor, microphone and detection delay. The delay control reduces false alarms caused by normal sleeping movements. When a seizure begins, the bed sensor detects the resulting movement then, after the set delay period, transmits the signal to trigger the wireless alarm receiver. For a person experiencing mild seizures (there still has to be movement during the seizure) or a child under three years of age a second bed sensor can be fitted instead of the microphone sensor. In most case a single bed sensor is sufficient.

The alarm receiver is triggered remotely by the seizure monitor up to a distance of 200 metres, making it suitable for use in most buildings. It is powered by 2 x C (LR14) batteries that provide up to three months of continual use. The receiver has an adjustable volume level and can operate in silent mode with flashing light indication. A pager is available for use where mobile alerting to a seizure is required.

The new model MP6 (shown left) is supplied with 2 x radio pagers. Outputs for connection to nurse call system and telephone auto dialler for remote alarm. There is also a connector socket for a second bed sensor. Other features include a built-in audio beeper alarm; seizure detected LED; alarm operative LED; and reset button.

The Medpage has a proven track record of successfully detecting Toni-Clonic (Grand Mal) seizures and has been on the market since 1996. It is the only UK produced bed seizure alarm to have passed certification as a medical device and is manufactured is accordance with BSI audited production quality procedures.

Full technical information and ordering details are available on the Easylink UK website (it will open in a new browser window).