# K970363: Hydrotec Low Air Loss Therapy Bed

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Apex Metal, Inc.
- Decided: Nov 17, 1997 after 290 days
- Product code: IOQ (Bed, Flotation Therapy, Powered)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 890.5170
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
No predicates in its family tree.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 1 device in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- None. FDA’s file for it is a 510(k) statement, which names no predicate.

## Indications for use
The Apex Metal HydroTec™ is indicated for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers ( bed sores).

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K970363
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology