Dear All
Paul Dreyfuss here. I invited this device with Oakworks as a method to allow for optimal visualization of the C spine and T spine for posterior approach procedures. We had to build up the chest to allow for the shoulders to drop down out of the plane of the C spine. Although this effectively adds height to the table if your table is adjustable in height setting it to a lower height easily resolves C arm issues. I have never come close to touching a needle when imaging. I use an Oakworks table which is the lowest height table on the market, which also makes it easier for pts to get onto the table and the SPS.
Another trick to allow for better CLO and lateral imaging is to either tuck the arms into the torso recess like "chicken wings" or move the arms in front. At times esp with larger patients it is easier to move the arms forward then tuck them into the torso recess esp if they have lateral chest wall soft tissue rolls.
Also- the SPS II had the torso pad created thinner with an additional harder wedge underneath. Velcro off the extra rigid pad if needed to acquire more clearance if your c arm table does not descend low enough.
The head mechanism is rated to tolerate several hundred lbs.. much more than the head IF the device is fully locked.
Also for lumbar procedures if the pt has neck or shoulder issues they love to lay on the SPS as their neck/shoulders are move comfortable which means faster set up, less wiggle/frustration time for all.
There are velcro strips that allow the SPS to be secured to the table. It should come with your device.
Hope this help.
