Understanding pelvic floor muscles

Ergonomic research and testing of prototypesThe solution principle seems simple, but proper execution turned out to be quite complicated. Major ergonomic research was conducted to figure out how to clamp the tube onto the cheekbones. All shapes and sizes of heads and faces were examined. Numerous prototypes were created based on this research, and these prototypes were subsequently tested on lots of different heads.

**To measure is to know
**The result is so good that the clamping mechanism has received a patent in the meantime. The clamping mechanism together with the fixation principle have improved tube fixation for both patients and medical professionals. Patients experience much less physical discomfort and irritation caused by the endotracheal tube. Ease of use for medical experts has improved so that they literally need one hand less to keep the tube in the correct place during treatment or daily care.

From idea to well-functioning product
Reception to the idea was so enthusiastic that npk wanted to take it a step further. We had to find the right manufacturer. After getting to know German company Novo Klinik-Service, they appeared to be the right match. Novo Klinik-Service develops, manufactures and markets innovative medical devices for intensive care, anaesthesia and care. Together we further developed the idea and realised a well-functioning product.