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The Evolution of Mechanical

CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

through the decades.

THE EARLY 1960s - Research and Development October 1964 - Model 1001

Clare Barkalow (center), who later became founder of Michigan Dubbed the ECC (External Cardiac Compressor), the 1001

Instruments, Inc., began development of a mechanical CPR device was one of the first closed-chest heart massage devices ever

through a joint collaboration of Butterworth Hospital and Lear Siegler. produced. Notice the more compactly improved design.

August 1969 - Model 1003 May 1972 - Model 1004

Known as the Life-Aid domestically, the 1003 evolved from the The Model 1004 became the first model to be affectionately known as

1001 and development of an adjunct ventilator (dubbed 1002) the "Thumper®". This trademark name for the device became a

bringing both together in an "all-in-one" mechanical CPR solution. generic term for mechanical CPR throughout the medical community

The Model 1003 was also distributed both domestically and abroad in both the hospital and EMS settings. This model incorporated a

through representatives such as American Optical, Mennen- color coded piston and determination of A-P compression depth to

Greatbatch, Danatron, Siemens AG and Safety Supply. accommodate delivery of proper compression depths.

January 1985 - Model 1005 June 1998 - Model 1007

Continuing with the Thumper® brand name, the 1005 used The design of the Model 1007 combined the control components into

a clear dome with a numbered scale to better facilitate and a single housing allowing it to carry a smaller 'footprint'. A larger

deliver the proper compressions depths. This model also diameter gel based massager combined with a "high energy" comp-

incorporated an improved pneumatic control system, the ability to ression delivery mechanism were utilized to increase the blood flow

accommodate increased patient sizes and increased the range with each compression. In 2006 the CC (Continuous Compressions)

of adjustable compression force. and CCV (CC w/Ventilation) versions of the 1007 were introduced.

September 2008 - Model 1008

The Life-Stat™ Model 1008 is electronically controlled. In addition to all the other benefits gleaned from the previous models, the electronics provide for multiple modes of operation. It also allows the device to meet current and future AHA guidelines. It is the most capable and lightest mechanical CPR device manufactured by Michigan Instruments providing true hands-free mechanical CPR. In keeping with honoring its loyal customer base, a Model 1007 can be upgraded to a Model 1008 at a fraction of the cost.

Whatever you call it ...

IT IS high quality mechanical CPR

based on decades of experience.

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