We all have a memory of shivering after the doctor applied a cold stethoscope chestpiece on our chest. So what is puzzling is that even in the summer, stethoscopes still feel cold. But why is that? And are there ways to warm up a stethoscope? It is the question that we will aim to answer …
A stethoscope is a vital piece of medical equipment for many healthcare professionals. And one that is used daily. So making sure that you are doing everything right with your stethoscope can be important. Why not carry your stethoscope around your neck? Any photo of a doctor, nurse, or other stethoscope-using healthcare professionals will depict …
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The materials the stethoscopes are made of evolved. From the cylinder of rolled paper first used by Dr. Laennec in 1816, then followed by a hollow piece of wood, up to brass, stainless steel, plastic, and now Titanium, stethoscopes materials changed dramatically over the years. Each material offers specific acoustic, convenience, and weight benefits. What are the …
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In the world of amplified stethoscopes, the Thinklabs One is unique. Not only its very futurist design makes it different, but the build quality, attention to detail, and performances make it the prototype of what may be the stethoscope of the future. This article will guide you through this amplified stethoscope that will look ideally …
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Buying a stethoscope is a rite of passage for any new healthcare professional. Unfortunately, some of the higher-end stethoscopes can be pretty expensive, and they are something that you will use regularly. So it is always in your best interest to take care of it and get into the habit of stethoscope cleaning as soon …
The stethoscope is probably the most valuable and emblematic medical device. It is the symbol of medical professionals for a reason. Listening to the body sounds is often the first step in establishing diagnostics. It can become difficult for hard-of-hearing physicians to practice their art, whether for listening to the heart, lungs, or bowel movements. …
The desire to become a healthcare professional often starts at a young age when experiencing the wonders of nature and the human body. I still remember looking through my grandfather’s old Zeiss microscope and observing the amoebas swimming in the liquid sample collected in my own made spinach culture. Then I became obsessed with my …
Despite the risk of having you leave this article right away and thus having wasted numerous hours writing it, we will tell you what we truly think when it comes to choosing between the MDF Procardial and the Littmann Cardiology IV. Both are great, offer a premium feel, come with high-quality acoustic performances that will …
The MDF company may not be as old as 3M Littmann, founded in the 1960s. Still, the two companies are somehow well-established veteran manufacturers for high-quality stethoscopes. MDF started operating in 1971. Since then, MDF stethoscopes have been constructed from high-quality materials that not only give superior acoustic performance but are also long-lasting. MDF stethoscopes are frequently regarded …
Stethoscopes are equipped with chest pieces, sometimes known as “heads,” that transmit sound. This is the component of the device that makes contact with the patient’s skin to listen to bodily noises. Models come with either one or two-sided chest pieces, including either a bell and diaphragm or simply a diaphragm. A single-sided chest piece …
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Stethoscopes are complex yet straightforward instruments. The different stethoscope parts are optimized to offer the best acoustic capabilities. This article will walk you through the different components that are classically found in any stethoscopes. Most of the individual components are replaceable, allowing one not to invest in a brand new instrument if one part gets …
If you’ve ever had a health problem that requires medical attention or you know someone who has, the image is likely indelibly impressed in your mind a doctor wearing a stethoscope around his or her neck. But that image shouldn’t be carved in stone. Doctors aren’t the only ones who use stethoscopes-nurses wear them, too, …