Z&Z Medical carries several Quick Ship Radiation protection Garments that checks off all the boxes when it comes to protection!

• Need Lightweight Aprons? CHECK
• Need them in 48 hours? CHECK
• Need Great Comfort and Style? CHECK

Visit our website today for our IN STOCK Aprons.  We have Frontal Protection, Vests & Skirts, Full Wrap Aprons, Half Aprons, and Thyroid Collars for immediate shipment. Order Yours Today!

Z&Z Medical understands that there are situations when you need a radiation protective garment fast! If a lead apron goes missing, is damaged, doesn’t pass quality control standards, or if you need an extra thyroid collar or half apron – we’ve got you covered!   We have Front Protection Aprons, Full Wrap, Vest & Skirts, Thyroid Collars, and Half Aprons that can ship out the next day! You don’t have to wait weeks or even months to get the radiation protection that you need now. With sizes from small to 2X and multiple colors to choose from, why wait? 

March is a perfect time to save money and time!  Z&Z Medical carries a wide variety of products that are in stock and ship in just 24-48 hours.  Shop now for Aprons, Vests & Skirts, Thyroid Collars, or Half Aprons for the best Radiation Protection. 

Update your department’s Sponges, Table Pads, or Vinyl Bolsters for the best patient experience!

Need Signs or ASTM Safety Stickers/Labels to be in compliance? We’ve got them too!   Shop www.zzmedical.com to stock up and save today!

Front Protection Aprons In Stock

Z&Z Medical offers IN STOCK Aprons in a Variety of Sizes and Colors for immediate shipment. Choose from Small to 2X and six great nylon fabric colors. (shown here in Teal) These front protection garments offer 0.5mm Pb equiv maximum protection and distributes weight between the waist and the shoulder with hook and loop closures. Manufactured with a double welt pocket on the front. Made right here in the USA. Size chart is shown on our website for easy ordering.

The one thing you do not want to do is to simply search for lead aprons on the internet and purchase the first cheapest product you see. Like anything else, there are things you need to know before you make a purchase. Below are some key things to consider. 

• Lead Protection: Not all aprons provide the same level of protection. The thickness of your lead apron will depend essentially on the intensity of radiation you’re dealing with. Most facilities require 0.5mm Pb lead equivalency. Aprons are also available in .25mm and .35mm Pb equivalency if allowed in your state or by your Radiation Safety Officer for your facility.
• Style: The type of imaging you do on a daily basis will largely govern the type of garment that you need. Front protection garments are most commonly used in x-ray imaging departments. If you do a lot of interventional work or assist in fluoroscopy procedures, you will need a garment that protects in the front and back like a full wrap or vest and skirt. If you work in the OR, the surgical drop off aprons are perfect and worn under sterile gowns. They can easily be removed when x-ray is no longer needed and still maintain the sterile field.
• Comfort: Lead aprons are the heaviest aprons on the market. Light weight aprons are of course lighter, but the Lead Free Aprons are the lightest AND still provide the same level of protection. Don’t sacrifice comfort when you wear your apron for long periods of time. While lead-free aprons are a little more expensive, they far out-weigh the cost of missing work from back and neck pain that hs resulted from wearing heavy lead aprons.
• Cost: While lead aprons are the least expensive option, they are also the heaviest and don’t always offer the technologist the best option. Always check for the apron that will give you the best value for the amount of money you want to spend without sacrificing quality or protection. The prices of protective aprons will vary with different manufacturers so shop around. Most importantly look for products that will give you the best price and the best protection from harmful radiation.  

If you have narrowed down a few options and need some advice, please reach out to our customer service team anytime via Live Chat on our website, by phone, or by email at info@zzmedical.com  We would love to help you find the perfect apron for you! Z&Z Medical also carries a full line of IN STOCK garments that ship in 24-48 hours!

Have you ever needed to measure someone or even yourself for a new apron, vest, or skirt? We have!  

Here is a easy to follow Video that shows you how.  If you have any questions, please ask via our Live Chat feature on our website or you can email customer service at info@zzmedical.com 

https://youtu.be/NgPShiDLp4I

Lightning 18” x 24” Half Apron with Hook and Loop Closure.

• Easy on/off convenience
• Comfortable, durable, patient friendly design
• Traditional hook and loop closures
• Wide two inch webbing straps
• Positive and secure closure
• Maximum patient protection
• Available in four colors for immediate shipping
• .5 mm Pb protection comes standard
• Standard Nylon Fabric

Buy Lightning Half Apron for only $88 at Z&Z Medical (zzmedical.com)

Often we see that large health care systems have some flexibility with their budgets while small offices must be more cost conscious. Small practices must carefully weigh whether expenditures have a significant amount of return on investment to warrant a budget line item. So, what are the essential elements every office must have to maintain an essential radiation safety program?

1. Dosimeters– Every employee who administers X-rays should wear a dosimetry badge to measure the amount of radiation to which he or she is exposed.

2. Shielding– It is recommended to use proper protection for all technologist who perform examinations that involve ionizing radiation. Lead aprons and thyroid shields are essential basics for every x-ray room. Half aprons, gloves, and gonad shields are also common shielding items kept in every procedure room.

3. Signage – It is very important to have proper signage throughout your office to keep employees and patients safe. There are Pregnancy signs to spur conversation about being pregnant before having an examination, to Caution X-ray signs that let people know that x-ray is in use. Sometimes we need custom signs to provide information or guide patients and staff. It’s essential that you have adequate signage throughout your office.

4. Equipment maintenance – Proper functioning x-ray machines are worth the investment. It is recommended that machines are regularly inspected to ensure proper performance for the accuracy of images and the safety of employees.

With these three elements in place, facilities will have the basic precautions in place to ensure their protection. Efforts such as these go a long way toward establishing a good reputation in the community and building a solid ethical business.

Z&Z Medical is displaying the latest and greatest in Podiatry X-Ray Imaging. If you can't make it but would like to learn more about what's new in Podiatry Radiology, contact Imaging Consultant Brian Carr to schedule a visit.
 
Brian Carr | Imaging Consultant for Z&Z Medical Inc.
1924 Adams Street | Cedar Falls, IA 50613
PH  800.410.9575 
EMAIL  bcarr@zzmedical.com
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Z&Z Medical understands that there are many situations which may require you to need a thyroid collar, a half apron, or a front protection apron in a hurry. They wander off or go missing, you add new employees or residents, or they get damaged and don’t pass quality control. Regardless of the issue or reason, we have protective garments that we can ship out to you lightning fast!  Yes…. Delivery in 24-28 hours!

You don’t have to wait weeks or even months to get the radiation protection that you need immediately for your staff. We have several sizes to choose from, from extra small to 2X and they are available in lightweight and lead free options for extra comfort. These garments are available in six popular colors and our sizing chart is right on the website for each style.

So, if it’s a typical Monday and you need a new lead apron quickly, order your Thyroid Collar, Front Protection Apron, Vest or Skirt, or Half Apron right on our easy e-commerce website and it will ship to you in just 24-48 hours!  Have a question before you order? No worries. Give us a call at 800-410-9575 or email us at info@zzmedical.com and our customer service team will assist you promptly!

There are many benefits of half aprons. They provide peace of mind to patients who are concerned with protection during imaging procedures, and they provide ease of use to radiologic technologist who use them to shield patients during imaging procedures of the upper body or upper extremities. Often used for standing chest radiographs when they are placed on the backside of the patient, they are also often used on the lap of patients when imaging extremities or pediatric patients.  While recent studies have shown little to no benefit of using this to shield the gonadal region, patients still often demand the use of shields during their exam.

Z&Z Medical understands that there are situations when you need a radiation protective garment fast! If a lead apron goes missing, is damaged, doesn’t pass quality control standards, or if you need an extra thyroid collar or half apron – we’ve got you covered!   We have Front Protection Aprons, Full Wrap, Vest & Skirts, Thyroid Collars, and Half Aprons that can ship out the next day! You don’t have to wait weeks or even months to get the radiation protection that you need now. With sizes from extra small to 2X and multiple colors to choose from, why wait?