MEDICAL DEVICE INCLUDING INTEGRATED STEERING AND BRAKING SYSTEM

摘要

Provided is a warming therapy device comprising a cart with at least one handle and a plurality of braking casters mounted thereon. The handle has a brake control mounted thereon, which is operable between a first position and a second position. The casters extend downwardly from the cart to engage a supporting surface. The casters have a braking system contained therein, which is adapted to restrict rotational movement of the caster when in a first position. The braking system is biased in the first position when the brake control Ls in the first position and in a second position when the brake control is in the second position. Steering controls mid a steering system may also be provided in connection with the handle and casters. Also provided is a method of moving a medical device including applying pressure to a brake control to disengage a braking system and facilitate movement of the medical device.