A Not-so-Fun Fact

Did you know that many surgeons have neck and back pain after performing operations and 68% of surgeons who use high-frequency headgear such as headlights and loupes (magnifying glasses) experience increased neck pain?[i]

That’s because headgear used during surgery requires surgeons to hold their heads in a fixed, flexed position for a long period. In addition, studies show that this position increases pressure on the disc in the neck area which may lead to degenerative neck disease.[ii]

While extra magnification and illumination are helpful during surgery, traditional headgear places significant musculoskeletal stress on the surgeon. This exposure to awkward positions, repetitive motions and forceful exertion can lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders. These can culminate in time off work, and potentially career-ending injuries.

Fortunately, there is a solution.

KLARO is a revolutionary surgical lighting device that doesn’t compromise a surgeon’s posture or risk injury to the neck.

Invented by surgeons, KLARO is a sterile, single-use light that can be positioned anywhere — even inside the body to illuminate deep surgical cavities.

KLARO features adjustable illumination, wide-angle lighting, safe working temperatures, and cordless convenience, which means there are no wires to restrict movement.

It also has a 4-hour lifespan which alerts you when 15 minutes of battery life remain.

KLARO is registered and approved for use in several international territories and conforms to International Safety Standards.

If you want superior surgical lighting that doesn’t pose a health and safety risk to the patient or surgeon, visit KLARO? In Vivo Surgical Lighting Device w/ 4 Retractor Loops (Sterile, (elitemedical.com.au)

[i] Kevin B. James DS, Stephanie Holloway JH, Marco RAW. Is there an Increased Incidence of Cervical Degenerative Disease in Surgeons who use Loupes and a Headlight? Journal of Spine. 2015;04(05). doi:10.4172/2165-7939.1000256 [ii] Bonney RA, Corlett EN. Head posture and loading of the cervical spine.?Appl Ergon. 2002;33(5):415-417. doi:10.1016/s0003-6870(02)00036-4