Abstract: A therapy gel pack designed to provide maximum & simultaneous relief for the various contours of the body; which is unavailable in the market today. The present invention not only provides relief to specific body parts/areas but can also provide it simultaneously (for example: simultaneous relief to shoulder, calf muscle and eye areas). The present invention is a single product made up of 6 (six) individual therapy packs fastened together via a reseal able locking mechanism.

Abstract: An ice pack holder for use in holding ice packs or hot compresses against a portion of a user's body. The ice pack holder includes a frame defining an open central area, wherein netting extends across the frame and over the open central area. The frame and netting are used to hold an ice pack in position on the user's body. One or more securing members extend from the frame for use in securing the frame in position on the user's body. The securing members preferably include straps that can be wrapped around a user's body part and secured thereon via adjustable fasteners. The ice pack holder can be used to apply an ice pack or similar item to any of various portions of the user's body including the user's arms, legs, shoulder, and joints.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for keeping a patient warm, particularly a veterinary patient, during care. An apparatus is provided for delivering conditioned air across a barrier, such as a wire cage, to a blanket arrangement for providing conditioned air to the patient. A first duct and a second duct part are provided either so side of the barrier mounted together across the barrier, so a duct is provided for ducting conditioned air across the barrier.

Abstract: Catheter devices and methods for intravascular heating and/or cooling of human or veterinary patients. The catheter devices generally comprise catheters having inflow and outflow lumens and at least one curvilinear balloon connected to the inflow and outflow lumens such that heat exchange fluid may be circulated through the balloon(s). The catheter is inserted into the vasculature and heated or cooled fluid is circulated through the balloon(s) to heat or cool blood flowing in heat-exchange proximity to the balloon(s), thereby effecting heating or cooling of all or a portion of the patient's body.

Abstract: Micro-droplet delivery devices and methods are described where the device may comprise a piezoelectric actuator having a piezoelectric chip that is operatively coupled to a drug package under a preloading force. The actuator is configured to generate an acoustic pressure within the drug package to dispense droplets of an agent from an aperture, e.g., to the corneal surface of the eye. The piezoelectric actuator can be coupled or decoupled from the drug package.

Abstract: A handling tool adapted to removably receive and handle a bottle of eye drop fluid having an arcuate section and a linear section. The arcuate section is configured with a partial cylinder. The diameter of the partial cylinder adapted to removably receive and handle a bottle. The partial cylinder has spaced parallel opening edges. The linear section is formed of two lineal legs, each leg has an interior end integrally fabricated with the arcuate section at the opening edges and an exterior end. The linear legs are adapted to be squeezed together, compressing the arcuate section and deforming the bottle when inverted to dispense eye drop fluid.

Abstract: A system and process for treating retinal diseases includes passing a plurality of radiant beams, i.e., laser light beams, through an optical lens or mask to optically shape the beams. The shaped beams are applied to at least a portion of the retina. Due to the selected parameters of the beams—pulse length, power and duty cycle—the beams can be applied to substantially the entire retina, including the fovea, without damaging retinal or foveal tissue, while still attaining the benefits of retinal phototherapy or photostimulation.

Abstract: An eye and ear protection system includes a pair of ear muffs connected together by a strap, the ear muffs include a slot in their forward side that is connected to a cavity within the ear muffs. The arms of a pair of glasses are positionable within the slots and allow a user to move the glasses between an in the line-of-sight position and an out of the line-of-sight position. The ear muffs also include one or two doors that can be opened, to allow the user to hear sounds in the environment, and closed to protect the user from loud noises in the environment. This system improves comfort and allows the user to selectively deploy hearing protection and/or eye protection without the need to remove the system from their head which saves time and reduces the potential for losing or misplacing either the hearing or eye protection.

Abstract: An impregnable and expanding wound packing article includes a main body at least partially formed from a highly absorbent material, such as polyurethane sponge material or compressed cotton gauze sponge material. In response to absorption of surrounding fluids, the main body continually expands until the outer wall of the main body comes into abutment with the inner wall of the irrigated, open wound. An elongated piece of material forming a wick extends from the main body. In one embodiment, the wick defines an evacuation channel extending between an opening at a distal end of said wick and a proximal end of said wick located within said main body, the wick being at least partially absorbent for permitting passage therethrough of the purulent fluid, and wherein the purulent fluid may be accessed and removed via said evacuation channel.

Abstract: Described herein are adhesive support devices, which may include adhesive medical devices. In particular, three-dimensional adhesive medical devices from a single layer of material, typically by stamping or pressing (including cold pressing) a sheet of the material to form rigid and complex 3D shapes capable of use for a variety of medical and non-medical purposes. These adhesive support devices typically also include an adhesive material allowing the device to be attached to a subject's skin and/or mounted on a surface (e.g., wall, etc.). In particular, described herein are methods of manufacturing, assembling, and using adhesive support devices.

Abstract: A device for adjusting a fit of a brace about a limb includes a tension member and a tightening mechanism. The tightening mechanism is operably coupled with the tension member so that the tension member forms a loop. The loop is positionable about the brace to circumferentially surround an outer surface of the brace. The tightening mechanism is operable to decrease a diameter of the loop so that, after the loop is positioned about over the brace, the tension member constricts about the outer surface of the brace to tighten the brace about the limb.

Abstract: A heel covering device for applying ointment, lotion, moisturizer, or cream to a user's heel. The heel covering device forms a pocket into which a user's heel can be positioned, wherein the pocket substantially covers the user's heel when worn. The pocket is preferably composed of a thin plastic material so as to prevent any lotion placed in the pocket from escaping. The pocket further includes an absorbent edge about the perimeter so as to prevent ointment from escaping from the sides of the pocket. The heel covering device also includes a pair of straps extending from opposing sides of the pocket, wherein the straps are removably secured together over the front of a user's foot in order to secure the pocket onto the user's heel.

Abstract: A bonding and slitting device is adapted to form fin seams in absorbent articles having a front waist region, a back waist region, and a crotch region extending between the front waist region and the back waist region. The device includes a first bonding member and a second bonding member having a contact element configured to cooperate with the first bonding member to bond the front region of the chassis to the back region to define the fin seams. A slitter is configured to simultaneously act on material outboard of the bonds from both the front and back regions of the chassis.

Abstract: An absorbent article includes a front waist region, a back waist region, and a crotch region extending between the front and back waist regions. The front waist region has a front waist edge and the back waist region has a back waist edge. The front and back waist edges define a waist opening when the absorbent article is in a wear configuration. An elastomeric waist band extends around at least a portion of the waist opening adjacent the front and back waist edges and defines a circumference of the waist opening. Each leg cuff member of a pair of leg cuff members defines a respective leg opening when the absorbent article is in the wear configuration and operatively connected to the waist band such that movement of the waist band results in movement of the leg cuff members.

Abstract: The present invention relates to water absorbing material comprising acidic water-absorbent electrospun fibres and basic water-absorbent electrospun fibres, wherein the fibres are at least partially in contact to each other and a process for producing water absorbing material.

Abstract: A ramp assembly includes a pair of ramps each that has a top surface, a bottom surface and a peripheral edge extending therebetween. Each of the ramps may be positioned to define an inclined plane between two surfaces. A powered wheel chair may be driven upwardly and downwardly along the ramps. A pair of lateral walls is coupled to the ramps. A roller is coupled to each of the ramps. The roller is positioned to be engaged by tires of the powered wheel chair when the powered wheel chair is driven on the ramps. The roller prevents the powered wheel chair from climbing the lateral wall and tipping from the ramps.

Abstract: A tracked mobility device includes a pair of track drives having a rear weight-bearing wheel assembly, a center weight-bearing wheel assembly, a forward weight-bearing wheel assembly, and a front roller assembly. The rear weight-bearing wheels, the center weight-bearing wheels, and the forward weight-bearing wheels are fixed to the frame at a height effective to cause the main weight-bearing surface to always have a “V”-shaped lower surface when viewed from the side. The center weight-bearing wheels, the forward weight-bearing wheels, and the front rollers are fixed to the frame at a height effective to cause that portion of each track drive always to have a “V”-shaped lower surface when viewed from the side. At least one powered drive wheel is provided, and at least one of the rollers is a tensioning roller.

Abstract: A living support system connected to a chair including a movable seat through a communication network includes a robot including a main body, a moving device that moves the main body in a freestanding state, a handle provided at the main body and gripped by a user, and a handle load detector that detects a handle load applied to the handle by the user; a support control device that controls seat movement for a stand-up motion of the sitting user, using the detected handle load; and a communicator that transmits support control information including a movement speed at which the chair moves the movable seat, to the chair through the communication network. The support control device includes a seat speed calculator that calculates a speed at which the movable seat is inclined with respect to a floor on which the chair is placed, as the movement speed using the detected handle load.

Abstract: There is provided a bedrail mount (10) for detachably attaching an object (30) to a bed rail (40) of a bed. The bedrail mount comprises a U shaped bracket for positioning over a bedrail. One leg (70) of the U shaped bracket comprises a U shaped recess (20) which, when the bedrail mount rotates, receives the bed rail and prevents the bedrail mount from further rotating and getting detached from the bed rail. The object is attached to the other leg (60) of the U shaped bracket.

Abstract: A user module for a patient support apparatus is provided. The user module has a user interface operably coupled thereto. The user interface includes an input device and an output device. The output device includes a visual display including textual and non-textual elements. The non-textual elements include enhanced, graphical, and animated portions relating to one or more operational features of the patient support or to a person positionable on the patient support. The input device includes one or more touch sensors corresponding to defined regions of the visual display.

Abstract: A noise-attenuating neonate incubator (NANI) comprising sound attenuating module (SAM) configured to decrease the ratio, (AmpRatt_i), of the sound's amplitude at a time, t_i, to a reference amplitude, to a critical amplitude ratio value of said sound measured over a predetermined time, At, (AmpRQV?t) or less. The SAM comprises passive noise attenuating, active noise attenuating or both. A method for sound attenuating a neonate incubator, characterized by: (a) obtaining a noise-attenuating neonate incubator (NANI) comprising sound attenuating module (SAM) configured to decrease AmpRatt_i to AmpRQV?t or less; (b) accommodating said neonate in said NANI; and, (c) attenuating said noise by said at least one SAM, thereby changing the sound signature.

Abstract: A platform for debridement of an extremity includes a body member having a bottom and a side wall to define an interior for collecting fluid used to wash the extremity. The side wall defines a drainage aperture for receiving a suction tube for removing the fluid from the interior. A cover defines drainage holes and secures to the body member to enclose the interior volume. Support members upstand from the bottom for supporting the cover. The support members follow the contour of the cover. A suction pad removes fluid from the interior. The suction pad includes a central disc having an upper surface defining a central port for connection to a suction hose and a sidewall a plurality of radial inlets in fluid communication with the central port. A porous material covers the plurality of radial inlets.

Abstract: A medical support pillow for facilitating tracheal intubation on obese patient comprises a base section, an upper pad, a left arm rest, and a right arm rest. The base section comprises a head section, a back section, and an indentation. The head section and the back section are connected to each other, and the indentation is positioned in between the head section and the back section. The upper pad is positioned within the head section and it can be rotated within the head section. An obese patient is able to position his or her head and neck within the head section and the indentation. Positioning of the medical support pillow allows easy ventilation and intubation on an obese patient as it effectively raises the patient's head and neck above the chest and creates the head in fully stable extension position.

Abstract: A casket includes a container configured to receive a deceased, the container including a bottom and sides defining at least a part of a casket interior. The casket further includes a lid disposed on the container to cover the casket interior. The lid is formed from a corrugated paperboard blank folded into a lid structure. The lid structure includes a top panel, at least two side panels and at least one end panel, and a plurality of supports extending to a height of the side panels. Each of the corner supports includes at least a first panel extending diagonally from a first location proximate one of the side panels to a second location proximate the at least one end panel. The first panel has a first length corresponding to the height of the side panels.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a device for rehabilitating patients especially with peripheral nervous system paralysis. The rehabilitation device comprising a remote control terminal, a base, an arm mounted to a column with adjustable height containing an motor propelling the arm and at least two electrodes of the electromyography (EMG) sensor according to the invention is characteristic in that the actuator (7) enables the extension (4) to move within the angular range of 360°, while the EMG signal from the sensor connected to the muscle or muscles of the patient is transmitted to the network of the motor controlling module (2) and then further by radio or cable connection to a remote control terminal (1).

Abstract: An upper limb rehabilitation training apparatus is provided. The upper limb rehabilitation training apparatus includes an arm rest provided in a longitudinal direction of an arm of a patient, a hand rest rotatably mounted with respect to the arm rest and on which a hand of the patient is placed, finger support rods provided in plurality to protrude from a top surface of the hand rest, the finger support rods varying in distance therebetween while supporting fingers or a palm of the patient, and a rotation driving part providing a driving force so that the hand rest rotates to allow the wrist of the patient to be stretched.

Abstract: Described herein is a transparent tray that is attachable to and removable from the handrails of a walker for the physically infirm. The improvement comprises the transparency of the tray.

Abstract: A control system for controlling air pressure within a sensory treatment device, such as a sensory chair or lounger. The control system includes a power source, an air pump, a pressure sensor, a pressure relief valve, and a power switch. The control system is connected to inflatable air tubes located in the sensory treatment device and is activated to inflate the inflatable air tubes to a preset upper pressure limit. The control system is further configured to cycle the pressure within the air tubes between the upper pressure limit and a preset lower pressure limit, thereby creating deep touch pressure to an occupant within the sensory treatment device.

Abstract: An example sexual aid apparatus is disclosed. In an embodiment, the sexual aid apparatus includes an electro-mechanical device configured to operate according to a control pattern to facilitate the achievement of an orgasm within a user during a session and transmit a device state. The apparatus also includes a sensor configured to measure physiological data of a user during use of the electro-mechanical device. The apparatus further includes a control engine configured to receive the physiological data from the sensor and the device state from the electro-mechanical device and determine an adjustment to the control pattern based on the physiological data from the sensor and the device state. The control engine is also configured to transmit signals related to the adjusted control pattern to the electro-mechanical device causing the electro-mechanical device to operate according to the adjusted control pattern.

Abstract: According to the invention, a massage device for the massage of body parts is provided comprising: a massage portion comprising in a housing a vibration-producing device, an energy storage unit, a control unit, and a wireless communications device; a cable, connected at one end to the massage portion; and a plug, arranged at the other end of the cable and adapted to establishing a connection with a charging device, wherein the plug is flat and comprises a printed circuit board having two USB-compatible charging electrodes and an antenna configured as a PCB or chip antenna for sending radio signals from and receiving radio signals in the wireless data communications device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for providing feedback regarding chest compressions in CPR, an automated resuscitation device and method for providing feedback regarding chest compressions in CPR.

Abstract: A medical device of the type used for assisting a user in manually delivering repetitive therapy to a patient (e.g., chest compressions or ventilations in cardiac resuscitation), the device comprising a feedback device configured to generate feedback cues to assist the user in timing the delivery of the repetitive therapy, at least one sensor or circuit element configured to detect actual delivery times, at which the user actually delivers the repetitive therapy, and a processor, memory, and associated circuitry configured to compare the actual delivery times to information representative of desired delivery times to determine cue times at which the feedback cues are generated by the feedback device.

Abstract: A system for performing simultaneous ventilation and resuscitation of a patient includes an oxygen source, at least one inspiration control valve, a breathing apparatus, at least one expiration control valve, at least one indicator, and at least one timer. The breathing apparatus is configured to form an air seal with at least a portion of the patient's respiratory tract such that a gas including oxygen can flow from the oxygen source to the lungs. The at least one expiration control valve being configured to selectively actuate an exhalation valve. The at least one indicator for indicating when a rescuer should perform a chest compression. The at least one timer for synchronizing actuation of the at least one inspiration control valve, the at least one expiration control valve, and the indicator, thereby enabling continuous compressions to be provided to the patient while the patient undergoes inspiration and expiration.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for forming resin bodies at a reduced production cost. The method for forming resin bodies according to the present invention comprises dispensing a liquid resin L from a dispenser 3 at multiple positions on a substrate 10 to form resin bodies R, the dispensing operation of the dispenser 3 being adjustable depending on the positions.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for administering acupressure are disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises an electrically-conductive elongated member to be applied to one or more acupressure points of a person, and an electrically-conductive ground plug, coupled via an electrically-conductive wire to the elongated member, to be inserted into a ground receptacle of an alternating-current outlet during application of the elongated member to the one or more acupressure points. The ground plug and wire enable charge drainage from the person during application of the elongated member to the one or more acupressure points.

Abstract: A blinding tube assembly for concealing a drug delivery tube includes a blinding tube having a tubular sleeve that bounds a compartment and a tubular dispersing stem projecting from an end of the sleeve. A drug delivery tube is inserted into the compartment through and access opening opposite the dispersing stem. The drug delivery tube has a tubular body and a dispensing stem extending from a drug delivery end thereof. A tubular bushing is disposed about the dispensing stem such that when the drug delivery tube is inserted, the dispensing stem is received into the dispersing stem of the blinding tube with the bushing disposed therebetween. An annular end face of the dispensing stem is not visible through a dispersing opening in the dispersing stem from outside the blinding tube.

Abstract: A closed path vial fill system includes a bulk product vial, a peristaltic pump operated by a stepper motor, a dispensing manifold assembly to which may be coupled at least one final product vial, an optional quality check station, and an optional waste collection system. A concentration, activity, and volume (CAV) sensor may be incorporated into the system to receive a radiopharmaceutical product directly from a synthesizing unit. A control system may be integrated into the system to provide automated control of various aspects of the radiopharmaceutical dispensing process. The system is used to aseptically dispense finished radiopharmaceuticals into receiving vessels, such as a Quality Control vial, a sterility vial, and/or final product vials, while providing users an efficient means for removing and discarding contaminated disposable components.

Abstract: A pouch comprises a film including (i) a fold defining a fold plane and a first marginal edge portion of the pouch, (ii) a first side transverse to the fold plane, and (iii) a second side opposite the first side and transverse to the fold plane. A fitment of the pouch includes a port and a base. The base defines a mid-portion engaging the fold at the fold plane, a first side located on one side of the mid-portion, and a second side located on an opposite side of the mid-portion relative to the first side. The first and second sides of the base are transverse to the fold plane, and are engaged with the first or second sides of the film, respectively. The base or film overlaps the other and defines an overlapping region. The base and film are sealed to each other within the overlapping region and form a fluid-tight seal that extends about the port.

Abstract: The present invention relates to unitary bottle for injection, more particularly, to a unitary medicine bottle having an integral structure where a medicine container is easily connected with a plastic container including a solution at a completely sterilized state so that powdered, freeze-dried or liquid medicine is mixed with the solution with one touch for a short time. The unitary medicine bottle for injection according to the present invention comprises: a plastic container equipped with a coupling member connected with a medicine container at one end and a releasing member for releasing a liquid medicine to be at the other end; a protection cap integrally formed with the coupling member to accept the medicine container; and a flue needle which moves forward in a direction of the medicine container and perforates a stopper of the medicine container and is inserted in the coupling member connecting the plastic container with the medicine container.

Abstract: This invention is an apparatus that, connected to a computer program, controls the process of filling of pills in trays for medicine dispensers or pillboxes with multiple chambers. The apparatus is characterized by applying a control scanner and a precision weight for precise dispensing of the pills and by gate templates to guide the pills to selected chambers in the target pillboxes. Target chambers are automatically selected according to the pre-determined ingestion time. The pills will remain in the gate-template until the operator has conducted a visual inspection and/or performed a semi-automatic camera control to verify that the pills are properly distributed in the openings of the gate template. After the verification process, the pills are released into medication tray, by means of a mechanical device with double barrier plates, which are activated by a specialized release mechanism.

Abstract: A medication administration tracker is provided. The medication administration tracker includes a medication container, such as an IV bag, vitamin organizer, prescription bottle and the like. If the present invention is a prescription bottle, a lid is releasably securable to the bottle. The present invention may include at least one indicator configured to produce an indication when prompted. A time keeper and a processor are integrated into the lid. The time keeper keeps time and the processor is operatively connected to the indicator and the time keeper. The processor is programmable to receive at least a dosage time and activate the indicator when the time keeper reaches the dosage time.

Abstract: A bottle teat, in particular for infants and small children, having a suction part with at least one drinking slit, and a teat flange connected to the bottom end of the suction part for fastening to the front edge of a mouth of a container, wherein the drinking slit is cut by a laser beam in the suction part, and is opened a small gap when the bottle teat is in an unstressed state.

Abstract: A feeding tube supported and aligned with a feeding tube opening in an abdominal wall of a patient, including a base having a first end surface transverse to an axis of the base and a feeding tube, a second opposed end surface, a central feeding tube passage extending between the first and second end surfaces, a plurality of vent passages around the feeding tube passage and extending between the first and second end surfaces, a hollow, cylindrical feeding tube support extension centered on and extending outwardly from the feeding tube passage to support and align the feeding tube aperture, and a plurality of spaced apart resilient spacers extending outwards from the second end surface. The spacers resiliently space the second end surface from the abdominal wall and form a plurality of air passages to allow a flow of air around the abdominal wall and the feeding tube opening.

Abstract: A toy includes a multi-connector for removable attachment to a variety of different styles of soothing devices such as pacifiers. The multi-connector includes one or more transverse tabs configured for individually or collectively releasably attaching to each of the different coupling part styles of the smoothing devices. In this way, the toy can be used with any of the different styles of soothing devices and still be safe because the axial pulling motion and forces that babies often apply to the toy when holding the pacifier in its mouth do not cause the components to separate. Also disclosed is a toy with a tab (transverse or not) that is retained on the toy by a primary attachment such as stitching and a secondary retainer for redundancy as a safety feature.

Abstract: The present invention provides a tissue conditioner for dental application and comprises a first composition comprising poly ethylmethacrylate (PEMA) and a second composition comprising acetyl tributyl citrate (ATBC), a hyperbranched polyester, and ethanol. The tissue conditioner of the present invention is able to improve the stability of viscoelasticity.

Abstract: Compositions are disclosed that comprise at least one compound of formula IV: wherein the variable are as defined in the specification. The compositions are antimicrobial and optionally curable, and useful, inter alia, in dental, medical, and industrial applications for reinforcement and/or adhering two surfaces together.

Abstract: The invention relates to a curable composition for dental use comprising polyoxymetalates and/or derivatives thereof in an amount of at least about 5 wt.-% with respect to the weight of the composition.

Abstract: A confectionery product comprises a first side and a second side generally opposite to the first side; the second side comprising an abrasive surface that is suitable for scrubbing the top surface of a tongue within the oral cavity. In preferred embodiments the first side is smooth, and may be domed shaped and generally fit the roof of the mouth. The abrasive surface may be provided by 1) a formed, uneven surface, 2) by including abrasive inclusions in the composition making up the second surface, or 3) a combination of a formed, uneven surface and abrasive inclusions. The confectionery product is preferably a hard confectionery, but may also be a chewing gum product. A preferred confectionery product comprises a second side with a width and a length, the smallest of which is at least 1.6 times the product thickness.

Abstract: Provided is a method for preparing a nanoemulsion, including mixing an oil phase part (A) containing a ceramide or derivative thereof, cholesterol, non-ionic surfactant, phospholipid and a polyol, a perfume part (B) containing a perfume ingredient, non-ionic surfactant and an alcohol, and an aqueous phase part (C) containing the other water-soluble active ingredients. When a nanoemulsion is obtained by the method, it is possible to reduce processing time and cost since a non-ionic surfactant is used without a high-pressure emulsification process, and the obtained nanoemulsion is more stable against a change in temperature than the other solubilized formulations.

Abstract: Disclosed is a two-agent type hair coloring agent prepared by mixing a first agent and a second agent, wherein the first agent contains a dye component containing a basic dye as a main component, and an alkaline agent, the second agent contains a hydrogen peroxide solution as a main component thereof, and at least one of the first agent and the second agent further contains metal nanoparticles.