Overview: The Vest APX System is an airway clearance device designed to provide non-invasive at-home high frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO) therapy with improved comfort and ease for a broad age range (pediatric population six months and older through geriatric patients).
Intended Uses / Indications:
- Designed to help mobilize and clear airway secretions
- May be used to treat patients with: Bronchiectasis; ALS and other neuromuscular conditions; Cystic fibrosis; Spinal cord injuries
Key Features and Benefits:
- Uses trusted HFCWO airflow technology (same airflow technology as The Vest System, Model 105) updated for improved user experience
- Garment options: trim lightweight vest garment and an alternative wrap garment to fit different body shapes
- Garments redesigned to be up to 48% lighter and sportswear-inspired for improved comfort and daily use
- Quick fastening VELCRO Brand closures for easier fitting across varying shapes and sizes
- Quick-attach air hose connections designed to simplify attachment between hose and control unit
- Control unit with interactive touchscreen (7" LCD) and a screen lock to avoid inadvertent changes
- Travel-friendly luggage-style carrying case with four-wheel spinner design for portability
- Designed to support daily therapy adherence and fit into patients’ daily routines
Garments, Sizes, Colors and Pediatric/Adult Options:
- Two garment styles: Vest garment (focuses therapy on chest, keeps abdomen free) and Wrap garment (alternative option)
- Multiple size ranges to cover a wide range of chest circumferences: pediatric and adult sizing to accommodate chest circumference approximately 16" to 67" (varies by style)
- 12 new colors and designs available, including pediatric-specific patterns and select colors available in wrap or child sizes
Clinical and Performance Highlights:
- Built on more than 35 years of technology history in HFCWO therapy
- Supported by more than 60 clinical studies; widely used and trusted by patients
- Reported outcomes cited on the product page include clinically observed improvements in pulmonary function metrics and reductions in exacerbations and inpatient days in specific populations
Resources and Support:
- Product resources include prescription and ordering forms, ordering and coverage guidance, garment sizing guide, clinician brochure and patient guides (available as downloadable documents)
- Device instructions for use provide details on electrical requirements, fitting, cleaning and servicing; consult the instructions for use for full operational and safety information
Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques:
- Therapy type: High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO)
- Intended patient population: pediatric (6 months and older) through geriatric patients
- Control unit display: 7" LCD touchscreen with lock function
- Garment styles: Vest and Wrap
- Garment size coverage: chest circumference ranges approximately 16" – 67" (depends on garment style and specific size)
- Available designs: multiple pediatric and adult colors/patterns (12 new colors/designs referenced)
- Garment weight: redesigned to be up to 48% lighter vs previous model
- Control unit improvements: touchscreen 19% smaller and 30% lighter vs prior model
- Hose connections: quick-attach design
- Portability: luggage-style travel case with four-wheel spinner
- Languages for display: English and Spanish
- Settings retention: internal memory retains previous settings if device is unplugged
- Electrical: follow Instructions for Use for validated power/inverter guidance (device not validated for use on electrical power inverters)
- Regulatory note: Rx Only (prescription device)