Paralympian Bert Burns Partners with Melio Leg Bag Systems

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND, UK (August 14, 2015)—Albert Medical Devices, maker of Melio—the revolutionary self-emptying leg bag system that you can control with a touch of a button (and tells you when it’s time), has premiered a new educational video in partnership with Paralympian Bert Burns.

“We are honored to collaborate with Bert Burns to share as his perspective as a leg bag user. Bert’s insight gives leg bag users a better view of the daily benefits and advantages provided by the Melio self-emptying leg bag system. Since launching Melio in the US earlier this year, the customer response to this revolutionary approach to managing leg bag use has been fantastic,” says Dr. Matt Pearce, CEO of Albert Medical.

People who have neurogenic bladder due to paralysis, multiple sclerosis or another condition commonly use urinary leg bags. Most leg bag users don’t realize that new technology exists through Melio that can help empty their leg bag in an easier fashion, while increasing their independence and mobility. Displayed on the Melio website, the new educational video featuring Bert Burns demonstrates the leg bag system’s innovative technology and the positive impact it can have on the daily lives of wheelchair users worldwide.

“Melio answers one of the biggest inconveniences of using the restroom when you’re away from home. It never fails—every time you visit a public restroom, the handicap stall is occupied by someone who is not a wheelchair user,” Burns explains. “With Melio, you don’t have to wait for that stall to free up. You can just roll up to the urinal like any other person and empty the leg bag system straight into the urinal. No mess, no clean up.”

How Melio Works

The integrated sensor in the Melio Self-Emptying Leg Bag System monitors the urine bag level, sending a signal to the wearer’s controller when the leg bag is approximately two-thirds full.

Worn on the waistband, Melio’s controller alerts the wearer when the leg bag is approximately 2/3 full via a flashing light and discreet vibration. The device also features an audio alarm. When the wearer is ready to empty the urine bag, they simply push the button on the top or bottom of the controller to activate the pump.

For users with limited dexterity, a magnetic bracelet can be worn and used to activate the pump. Users simply hold the bracelet against the front of the controller to activate it.

Additionally, users can empty the urine bag without raising their leg using Melio’s extended discharge tube. Different tube lengths are available to meet individual needs. Both the tube and controller can be worn under clothing or tucked it into the wearer’s waistband for easy access.

The Leg Bag, pump and discharge tube are an integrated, disposable unit. The system’s controller is rechargeable and is designed to last for years with reasonable care.

To learn more or to try the Melio Self-Emptying Leg Bag System for yourself, visit

abc-med.com or call (866) 897-8588.

See the video at youtu.be/oRE5XC-0S7c or meliolegbag.com.