Description
Specifications
| Product Code | YVBT-MR |
| Product Type | Positioning sponge |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 2 inches (L x W x H) |
| Material | High-density foam, vinyl-covered |
| Cover | Royal blue reinforced vinyl, sewn seams |
| Surface | Non-porous and fluid-resistant |
| MR Compatibility | MR Safe |
| Radiolucent | Yes (seams may show under X-ray) |
| Latex Free | Yes |
| Weight | 1 lb |
| Made In | United States |
| Category | Positioning Sponges |
Using the MR Safe Vinyl Covered Rectangle Sponge in MRI
The sponge carries no metal, so it is cleared to go right into the MRI suite and sit in the bore with the patient. It is verified MR Safe under the ASTM F2503 standard, so it does not distort the field or heat up during a scan. The foam is also radiolucent, so the same block carries over to X-ray and CT, though the sewn seams can show up faintly on an X-ray. Between rooms and between patients, the vinyl wipes down with a standard disinfectant, which keeps infection control simple.
Where It Fits on the Table
Slide the block under the small of the back to take pressure off the spine on a long study. Set it under a knee or an ankle to lift a limb to the angle the exam needs. Prop it behind a hip or a shoulder to hold an oblique. At 6 by 4 by 2 inches, it is a mid-size block, thick enough to raise and support without lifting the patient off the table. For a thinner lift, the closed cell rectangle sponge gives you the same footprint at 1 inch.
Built for Repeat Use
- High density foam holds its shape under weight, so the support does not flatten out mid exam.
- Royal blue vinyl is non-porous, so fluid stays on the surface and wipes off fast.
- Fully sewn seams seal the cover, so nothing seeps into the foam.
- Verified MR Safe, so it goes into the MRI suite without a second thought.
- Radiolucent foam carries over to X-ray and CT, with only the seams showing faintly.
- Latex-free and light at 1 pound, so it is easy to place and easy on sensitive patients.
Cleaning and Care
Wipe the vinyl down with your standard surface disinfectant between patients. Because the cover is non-porous and the seams are sewn shut, fluid stays on top, and the foam underneath stays dry. Skip harsh solvents, which can shorten the life of the vinyl, and store the sponge flat with your other positioning sponges so it keeps its edges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the sponge safe for the MRI suite?
Yes. It carries no metal and is verified MR Safe under the ASTM F2503 standard, so it can go into the suite and sit in the bore with the patient.
Does it show up on an X-ray?
The foam is radiolucent, so it stays clear on an X-ray. The sewn seams in the vinyl can show up faintly, so place them away from the area of interest when it matters.
How do you clean the vinyl cover?
Wipe it with your standard surface disinfectant. The non-porous vinyl and sewn seams keep fluid on the surface, so nothing soaks into the foam.
What size is this sponge?
It measures 6 by 4 by 2 inches. For the same 6 by 4 footprint at half the thickness, there is a 1 inch version.
Is it latex-free?
Yes. The sponge is latex free, so it suits patients and staff with a latex sensitivity.
