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| Innovia Earcheck Middle Ear Monitor, with New Physician Accuracy | 
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| Brand: EarCheck
Discount Category: Health And Beauty
This item is no longer available
Customer Ratings:  14 comments
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (pounds): 0.6
Dimensions (inch): 6.5 x 4 x 8.5
Model: EC-2
UPC: 852346001063
EAN: 0852346001063
Release Date: September 24, 2007
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| Descriptions:
| • | Helps takes the guesswork out of ear infections; indicates the likelihood of fluid in your child's inner ear--a key sign of ear infection | | • | With the touch of a button, know if there is fluid present | | • | Clinically proven and physician recommended; FDA cleared and UL approved | | • | Designed for gentle, painless use for ages 6 months to young adult | | • | Monitor fluid to know when the infection is gone |
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Amazon.com Product Description
It isn't always easy to tell if your child has an ear infection--especially since symptoms can vary from child to child. But if left untreated, ear infections can cause hearing loss and even learning disabilities. EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor helps takes the guesswork out of ear infections by indicating the likelihood of fluid in your child's inner ear--a key sign of ear infection. Designed for children six months old and up, this monitor helps parents know when to consult the doctor. 
Help take the guesswork out of ear infections with Earcheck Middle Ear Monitor. View larger. | 
The handheld monitor is easy to use and read. View larger. | Reliable Results In Seconds
Earcheck is designed for a child's sensitive ears, sending pleasant sound waves (chirps) down the ear canal. To use the monitor, first have your child sit upright. Then place the tip of the EarCheck in the outer canal. Press the scan button to obtain a reliable reading and, in seconds, the echo of the sound is analyzed to determine the presence of middle ear fluid. The easy-to-read light sensor indicates when to consult a doctor. If a child is diagnosed with an ear infection, you can monitor whether the fluid is gone and the ear infection is clearing up. Designed With Physician Accuracy
Earcheck features the same patented proven acoustic reflectometry technology used by thousands of physicians since 1997 and a technique recommended by the American Academics of Pediatrics and Family Physicians. Earcheck has also been FDA cleared and UL approved for your peace of mind. Earcheck is not indicated for children with ear tubes (ventilation tubes), water in the outer ear, known perforation or rupture of the ear drum, facial or ear deformities, visible drainage of pus or blood from the outer ear, or children under 6 months old.
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| Customer Comments: Read 9 more comments...
 great product July 27, 2008
I am a home health peds nurse and this is a great tool to rule out ear infections,9 out of 10 times correct! All moms of infants or small children should get one of theese,could save a bunch of visits to MD office or late night ER visits,of course this is never meant to take the place of good medical care.
 Great... When it works. July 22, 2008
I used it on my 2 boys a few times. They didn't have any ear infections so I don't know if it really works. But it stopped working after about a year. It kept giving me the "error" indication. I should have saved my money for the co-pay for the doctor's visit instead of buying this!
 accurate if used correctly July 14, 2008
I have found this device to be very accurate if used correctly. Initially, I simply placed it in my daughter's ear and it always returned green. However, after reading the directions, I discovered that you should pull up and out on the ear during insertion and, viola! I usually do it 2 or 3 times, and each time it shows similar results (sometimes varies but always in the same range--i.e. 4 one time and 5 the next but still in the red zone.) I have brought her to the doctor a couple of times based on results, even telling the doctor which ear was affected, and each time the doctor confirmed. Now, I simply begin applying liquid silver to her ears at the first sign, and no need to even go to the office (very helpful since she gets ear infections almost once a month). However, this device is not meant for babies under 6 months and you should never replace your instincts.
Do Not Bother! June 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this comment useful.
My doctor told me this thing was a joke and to not believe it. My daughter did not let us put it in her ear at all and when we finally did get it in, it caused wax to be pushed further into her ear. DO not waste your money. Our daughter finally started playing with it on her own while we changed her, but still would not let us use it on her.
Horrible May 12, 2008
My wife and I purchased this for our 1-year old, who has had frequent ear infections. This device is a complete hoax, and complete waste of $50. Save your money and use it on physician co-pays.
Specifically, the device was never able to give a consistent reading, nor were the results ever verifiable with a doctor's opinion.
Finally, the device stopped working and would only register an "Error" after 3 months of ownership.
Don't buy it.
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