Abstract: An angle type power wrench includes a housing, a motor, an output shaft and an angle drive connecting the motor to the output shaft. The angle drive includes a drive pinion provided with a forward gear head, and a bevel gear provided on the output shaft and engaged by the drive pinion gear head. The drive pinion is surrounded by a bearing support sleeve supporting a forward drive pinion bearing and a rear drive pinion bearing axially spaced from the forward drive pinion bearing. The forward drive pinion bearing includes an inner ball race at a forward end of the drive pinion at or very close to the gear head, and an outer ball race at a forward end of the bearing support sleeve wherein the bearing support sleeve is connected to the housing via an adjustment connection adapted to enabling adjustment of an axial position of the drive pinion.

Abstract: An angle type power wrench includes a housing, a motor, an output shaft and an angle drive connecting the motor to the output shaft. The angle drive includes a drive pinion provided with a forward gear head, and a bevel gear provided on the output shaft and engaged by the drive pinion gear head. The drive pinion is surrounded by a bearing support sleeve supporting a forward drive pinion bearing and a rear drive pinion bearing axially spaced from the forward drive pinion bearing. The forward drive pinion bearing includes an inner ball race at a forward end of the drive pinion at or very close to the gear head, and an outer ball race at a forward end of the bearing support sleeve wherein the bearing support sleeve is connected to the housing via an adjustment connection adapted to enabling adjustment of an axial position of the drive pinion.

Abstract: Provided is a puff, which enables the user to apply and spread color cosmetics such as a compact or foundation evenly to the skin so as to be have a sensation of close contact, more specifically, a separable variation puff which is configured such that: various puff members are connectable to or separable from a lower side of a coupling main body having a holding part; an elastic moving body into which an oscillator is inserted is connected to and formed at an inner side of the coupling main body; power of the oscillator is controlled by a battery and a switch; and the battery is easily exchangeable through the lower side of the coupling main body. Thus, the puff is advantageous in that the user can effectively transmit vibration of the oscillator to the puff according to a contact degree of the puff to the user's skin.

Abstract: A massage device includes an outer housing, an inner housing, a drive motor, a gear assembly, a one-way bearing, a drive gear wheel, at least one massage member, and a linear motion device. The massage member can perform a massage through rotary motion and linear motion, and can massage by repeatedly moving forwards and backwards with respect to the user or at fixed positions. Furthermore, the gear wheels of the gear assembly are vertically disposed in the inner housing, while the drive motor is arranged in an oblique manner. Therefore, the inner housing doesn't need a large space to accommodate the gear assembly, and, consequently, the outer housing is also reduced in width.

Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for non-invasively lowering intraocular pressure. In particular, some non-invasive intraocular pressure lowering devices of the invention comprise an oscillating element having a proximal end and a terminal probe. Typically, the terminal probe of said oscillating element comprises a substantially non-abrasive material that is adapted to be in contact with an ocular surface without causing any significant damage to the tissue and is shaped to conform to ocular surface at the limbal region. Devices also include an oscillating mechanism that is operatively connected to the proximal end of said oscillating tip such that when oscillating mechanism is in operation said oscillating tip moves axially without damaging ocular cells. Intraocular pressure lowering devices of the present invention are capable of non-invasively transmitting mechanical force to the tissue proximate to the limbal tissue.

Abstract: A massage device includes an outer housing, a first transmission mechanism, a second transmission mechanism, a massage seat and at least one massage unit. The first transmission mechanism drives the massage seat to reciprocate moving in the outer housing. The massage unit includes a sway arm having a hole at a center thereof to receive a sway wheel. One of side surfaces of the sway wheel is slanted. The second transmission mechanism drives the sway wheel to rotate and the slanted side surface of the sway wheel presses against the sway arm, thereby driving the sway arm to sway. Massage members are disposed on a top of the sway arm. Through reciprocating movement of the massage seat, swaying of the sway arm and spinning of the massage members, the massage device provides reciprocating pressing and kneading massages on a user's body.

Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus, which treats fatigue of the whole body, is provided. A plurality of speakers/sensors which apply an oscillating pressure to a subject are provided. An airtight chamber and a vacuum pump unit, which change the subject into the state of a negative pressure from the atmospheric pressure, are provided. A control unit adjusts distribution of the oscillating pressure by the output of each speaker/sensor is provided. Further, the control unit adjusts each speaker/sensor, in order that the oscillating pressure of a same extent is applied to a plurality of parts of the body, simultaneously. Thereby, the whole body of the subject can recover from fatigue.

Abstract: The therapeutic system provides an oscillatory, pivoting table for applying motion-induced therapeutic sensory stimuli to a user. Further, therapeutic audio and visual output may be provided to the user during the application of the therapeutic sensory stimuli. The therapeutic system includes a base having an upper vertex. A tabletop is pivotally mounted to the upper vertex of the base, and the upper surface of the tabletop is adapted for supporting the user. At least one piston is provided, with the lower end thereof being mounted within the base, and the upper end thereof being pivotally mounted to a lower surface of the tabletop in order to pivot the table with respect to the base in a controlled, oscillatory manner. Oscillation of the table at a user-controlled frequency and angle induces the therapeutic sensory stimuli in the user.

Abstract: An apparatus (100) for testing and exercising pelvic floor musculature, the apparatus comprising an elongate housing (101) adapted for a pelvic floor aperture. The housing (101) accommodates an oscillator (120) and an accelerometer (130) connected to a signal processor (140) configured for communicating signals representative of values read from the accelerometer (130). A result is calculated from an applied oscillation and a response measured, and used for characterizing the musculature. In one embodiment the frequency resulting in the greatest response from the musculature is measured, and this frequency is applied during exercise.

Abstract: There is provided a device (100) for the treatment of adhesive capsulitis in a joint of a patient, the device (100) comprising a driven manipulation effector (115) adapted to contact a part of the body of the patient corresponding to the joint, wherein the device (100) is adapted such that the manipulation effector (115) moves in accordance with a point-to-point motion profile.

Abstract: A massager has a base and a shaft mounted horizontally on the base. The shaft is rotated by a motor at a slow speed. The shaft has a plurality of spaced apart cams affixed to it. Elongate spring fingers are each affixed at one end to the base. Each finger has an intermediate portion that springably engages one of cams. A free end of the finger moves up and down as the cam rotates. The free end is provided with a projection that is suited to engage a body part. The projection is periodically pressed against the body as the cam rotates. The cams are mounted on the shaft so that they raise and lower the projections as different times. This action causes the projections to each press against the body at different times to emulate massaging fingers.

Abstract: This apparatus for mobilization of the body comprises a receiving platform which is movable in relation to a fixed chassis, and which is designed to support a subject who is to be treated in a standing position. The platform is connected to the chassis by a double pivot connection, and it is driven by an oscillating movement in relation to an axis passing substantially through its center, by means of actuators each connected by a pivot connection to a shaft connected to said platform, said actuators themselves being articulated on the chassis.

Abstract: A massaging device in the shape of a rod with an essentially cylindrical end element with a sleeve. The device has a flexible sleeve and a drive element to produce an oscillating deformation of the sleeve.

Abstract: The invention relates to a massaging device in the shape of a rod having an essentially cylindrical end element, a shell forming the outer surface of the end element made of a rubber-elastic material and a drive unit for generating a motion on the end element, the drive unit forming a plurality of bearing and support surfaces, against which the shell bears and the bearing and support surfaces being designed for an oscillating deformation of the shell relative to the longitudinal axis (LA) of the end element radially outward and inward by means of radial stroke motions of the bearing and support surfaces. The massaging device features a first and second operating mode (T, W), in the first operating mode (T) the oscillating deformation along the longitudinal axis (LA) being in phase and in the second operating mode (W) out of phase.

Abstract: The invention relates to a massaging device with an elongated massaging recess for receiving a male genital organ, in which for massaging a male genital organ received in the elongated massaging recess a drive mechanism is provided extending along the longitudinal axis (LA) of the massaging recess. It is especially advantageous that the drive mechanism has a plurality of bearing surfaces, which are arranged at a radial distance from the longitudinal axis (LA) and which at least sectionwise surround the elongated massaging recess. A further advantage is that the drive mechanism is designed for an oscillating deformation of the elongated massaging recess at least radially inward along the longitudinal axis (LA) of the elongated massaging recess.

Abstract: The therapeutic system provides an oscillatory, pivoting table for applying motion-induced therapeutic sensory stimuli to a user. Further, therapeutic audio and visual output may be provided to the user during the application of the therapeutic sensory stimuli. The therapeutic system includes a base having an upper vertex. A tabletop is pivotally mounted to the upper vertex of the base, and the upper surface of the tabletop is adapted for supporting the user. At least one piston is provided, with the lower end thereof being mounted within the base, and the upper end thereof being pivotally mounted to a lower surface of the tabletop in order to pivot the table with respect to the base in a controlled, oscillatory manner. Oscillation of the table at a user-controlled frequency and angle induces the therapeutic sensory stimuli in the user.

Abstract: A device for stimulating the meibomian glands of the eyelid comprising: a handle; a head that is non-removable and integral to the handle, the head comprising an eyepiece that oscillates to provide a massaging action to an eyelid and that comprises a front end that is concave in shape to fit over an eyelid; a heater located inside of the eyepiece; a temperature sensor located inside of the eyepiece, wherein the temperature sensor causes the eyepiece to heat to a predetermined temperature and then stop heating; and a charging base that supplies power to a motor that causes the eyepiece to oscillate, wherein the motor comprises a motor shaft. A method of applying heat and massaging action to the eyelid at the same time.

Abstract: A HFCWO apparatus includes a housing having a port, a therapy system carried by the housing and operable to deliver HFCWO therapy to a patient in accordance with a set of operating parameters, and a memory device couplable to the port for storing at least a portion of the set of operating parameters. The therapy system may be operable in accordance with the portion of the set of operating parameters stored in the memory device. The apparatus may comprise a wireless transmitter carried by the housing and operable to wirelessly transmit data relating to HFCWO therapy to a wireless device, such as a printer, PC, a PDA, and the like.

Abstract: A high frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO) therapy system includes an inflatable garment, an air pulse generator operable to produce oscillating pressure pulses that are communicated to the inflatable garment, at least one hose to interconnect the air pulse generator with the inflatable garment and to communicate the oscillatory pressure pulses from the air pulse generator to the inflatable garment. The air pulse generator is sized, shaped, and configured so as to occupy a volume no greater than about 1,200 in.3 and to weigh no more than about 17 lbs.

Abstract: The invention as presently conceived discloses a motion-activated, mechanical apparatus that can be mounted onto a wall to provide the automatic scratching of a house pet, specifically a cat. The new and novel apparatus is configured with four independent mechanisms resembling human fingers, less the thumb, in both appearance and in movement. The fingers would be covered with a latex material to closely approximate the feel of real fingers. The mechanical apparatus would be mounted on a wall structure at an appropriate height to best facilitate the petting and scratching of the owner's particular pet. In operation, the artificial finger-like appendages would have a drive mechanism, electrical motor and be powered by a battery. A motion sensor, such as a close range infrared detector or similar device, would activate the fingers as the pet came into close proximity.

Abstract: This invention relates to a whole body vibrator platform which is attachable to a treadmill. The treadmill belt provides the power to move the platform, translating the horizontal, linear, belt movement into vertical oscillations through one or more eccentrically mounted rollers which support the platform. A person standing on the vibrator platform experiences a vertical vibration at frequencies established by the linear velocity of the treadmill belt.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for stimulating a sleeping infant, preferably only to the point of slight awakening of the infant, such that the infant's SNS respiratory activation tone is maintained, over a period of time such as days or weeks, in opposition to PNS expression. An enclosure includes a circuit having a power source, a user interface, and timing and random number generator functions for producing successive rest durations, stimulation durations, and stimulation intensities, all based on preset distribution curves with preset variances. At least one stimulating device such, as a mass reciprocally moved by a motor, is electrically interconnected with the circuit. Upon expiration of a rest duration, the stimulating device is activated for the stimulation duration at the stimulation intensity, and then deactivated for the next successive rest duration.

Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for non-invasively lowering intraocular pressure. In particular, some non-invasive intraocular pressure lowering devices of the invention comprise an oscillating element having a proximal end and a terminal probe. Typically, the terminal probe of said oscillating element comprises a substantially non-abrasive material that is adapted to be in contact with an ocular surface without causing any significant damage to the tissue and is shaped to conform to ocular surface at the limbal region. Devices also include an oscillating mechanism that is operatively connected to the proximal end of said oscillating tip such that when oscillating mechanism is in operation said oscillating tip moves axially without damaging ocular cells. Intraocular pressure lowering devices of the present invention are capable of non-invasively transmitting mechanical force to the tissue proximate to the limbal tissue.

Abstract: A surface treatment device comprising a body, a motor disposed in the body, an applicator operably coupled to the motor, and a container coupled to the applicator via a fluid flow path, the container containing a surface treatment substance.

Abstract: An implantable magnetically activated actuator suitable for causing distraction, compression/contraction and/or oscillation of body organs and/or bones, comprising: a hollow housing comprising rear and front ends; a rod movably disposed in the rear portion of said hollow housing; magnetic coupling means comprising static magnetic/ferromagnetic elements affixed along the inner wall of said hollow housing and movable magnetic/ferromagnetic elements affixed along said movable rod in proximity to said stationary magnetic/ferromagnetic elements; mechanical means for transferring reciprocating motion of said movable rod.

Abstract: The invention relates to a massaging device with an elongated massaging recess for receiving a male genital organ, in which for massaging a male genital organ received in the elongated massaging recess a drive mechanism is provided extending along the longitudinal axis (LA) of the massaging recess. It is especially advantageous that the drive mechanism has a plurality of bearing surfaces, which are arranged at a radial distance from the longitudinal axis (LA) and which at least sectionwise surround the elongated massaging recess. A further advantage is that the drive mechanism is designed for an oscillating deformation of the elongated massaging recess at least radially inward along the longitudinal axis (LA) of the elongated massaging recess.

Abstract: The invention relates to a massaging device in the shape of a rod having an essentially cylindrical end element, a shell forming the outer surface of the end element made of a rubber-elastic material and a drive unit for generating a motion on the end element, the drive unit forming a plurality of bearing and support surfaces, against which the shell bears and the bearing and support surfaces being designed for an oscillating deformation of the shell relative to the longitudinal axis (LA) of the end element radially outward and inward by means of radial stroke motions of the bearing and support surfaces. The massaging device features a first and second operating mode (T, W), in the first operating mode (T) the oscillating deformation along the longitudinal axis (LA) being in phase and in the second operating mode (W) out of phase.

Abstract: A base section supports a revolution section. The revolution section supports a tilting section. The tilting section supports a seat section. The seat section includes a seat, a seat back and a step. The seat back has a restraining section. The restraining section includes an occipital region retainer and a temple retainer. Subject is seated with its occipital region and temples restrained by the restraining section. The head of subject is tilted on one side down from a head's horizontal plane in the Reid stereotaxic coordinate system to place one of left and right othlith organs within the head's horizontal plane. In this tilted position, different liner acceleration stimuli are applied to left and right otolith organs, respectively, for independent function tests of the left and right otolith organs.

Abstract: This invention relates to a whole body vibrator platform which is attachable to a treadmill. The treadmill belt provides the power to move the platform, translating the horizontal, linear, belt movement into vertical oscillations through one or more eccentrically mounted rollers which support the platform. A person standing on the vibrator platform experiences a vertical vibration at frequencies established by the linear velocity of the treadmill belt.

Abstract: A device and a method for treating cellulite is disclosed. An oscillation therapy device includes a body, a motor, a drive shaft powered by the motor, and a contact surface coupled to the drive shaft, which may be substantially enclosed in a covering adapted to frictionally engage human skin. The motor and drive shaft drive the contact surface to impart an oscillating motion to the contact surface and to skin in contact with the surface.

Abstract: A device for the stimulation of the locomotor apparatus muscles comprising a solid footboard (2), which is oscillated about a central axis (6) of oscillation having a transversal extension with respect to the footboard and dividing the latter into a first arm (A) and a second arm (B), characterized in that there is provided a drive mans operating at least one arm.

Abstract: A massage assembly includes a motorized device having a drive arrangement configured to drive a massage head of the assembly. According to a preferred example, the massage head includes a plate provided with through openings and massage elements, each mounted in a through opening of the plate. The plate includes, around its perimeter, a relief for reversible mounting in the motorized device. The drive arrangement includes a rocker with a transmission surface against which the massage elements bear, with transmission surface oscillating about a pivot axis.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a massage apparatus having a housing with a massage formation for contacting a body part of a user. A massage mechanism is oriented within the housing for imparting a massage effect to the massage formation. A light source is provided on the massage formation for conveying an illumination effect from the massage formation. A partially translucent massager is disclosed for providing a visual effect of the underlying massage operation. Further, a roller massage assembly is provided wherein a load imparted to a roller is distributed directly to a structure of the massager for preventing distribution of the load to the massage mechanism.

Abstract: An acupressure apparatus for applying pressure to the LI4 acupressure points on both of a user's hands simultaneously includes a pressure applicator assembly with an upper plate and a lower plate overlying each other and pivotally connected at one aligned edge, each plate having a pair of knobs with the respective upper and lower knobs aligned to come together and apply pressure to a user's hand placed between them. In a first embodiment the upper plate of the pressure applicator assembly is connected to a footplate by a flexible cable so that a user may hold the pressure applicator assembly in his or her hands, place his or her feet on the footplate with the lower plate of the pressure applicator assembly on his or her knees, and apply pressure to the hands by raising his or her knees to bring the lower plate and knobs upward against the upper plate and knobs.

Abstract: A heated vibrating foot massaging device for reducing tension in the feet of a user. The heated vibrating foot massaging device includes a base member having a plurality of wall members for pivotally supporting an elongate semi-circularly shaped massage unit. The massage unit incorporates both a vibrator assembly and a heater unit coupled to heating elements thereby providing both oscillatory and thermal comfort. A plurality of pressure points are positioned on the exterior surface for therapeudic action.

Abstract: A versatile and highly effective massage device has an active surface for bringing into contact with tissue to be treated, and means for driving the active surface in an oscillating pivoting movement about an axis. The active surface has, in cross section, different radii perpendicular to the axis in different directions and can be rotated parallel to the axis in order to bring in each case different zones of the active surface into contact with the tissue.

Abstract: The invention provides an oscillating type beauty device provided with a plurality of tools. The oscillating type beauty device has an oscillating type motor for oscillating a movable element with respect to a stator. The oscillating type motor has a plurality of movable elements corresponding to movable blades in each of the tools. A plurality of movable elements are set to be driven by a stator.

Abstract: Both feet-used arch swinging exerciser includes a hollow housing, a driving unit and an arch swinging mechanism. The driving has a rotary output shaft on which a rotary block is disposed. A driving rod extends from the rotary block. The arch swinging mechanism includes an arch swinging member and an extension rack for resting both feet of a user. The arch swinging exerciser is swung through a unique arch swinging path so that the arch swinging exerciser not only can horizontally swing and exercise both feet, but also can intermittently vertically exercise both feet. Therefore, the feet are more smoothly exercised to eliminate the tiredness of the feet and expedite blood circulation of the feet, legs and waist of the user. In addition, the safety in use of the arch swinging exerciser can be ensured.

Abstract: A device for vibration and percussive therapy uses an oscillation generator which is affixed to a stub of the motor shaft projecting beyond a bearing in which the motor shaft is journaled. The oscillation generator has a pin which is inclined at an angle to the axis of its shoulder which bears against a shoulder between the shaft and a stub thereof and which is secured to the stub by a setscrew.

Abstract: The apparatus is a foot exerciser which swings the feet with an electric motor driven rotating cam with holes spaced at different distances from the drive shaft. The cam has a drive link attached at one of the holes and the drive link is also attached to one swinging arm of a parallelogram structure to which an oscillating foot cushion is attached. Moving the drive link attachment between holes on the rotating cam or between several holes along the length of the swinging arm changes the amplitude of oscillation of the foot cushion.

Abstract: A massage device for massaging a person's back and other body parts with or without the assistance of another person. The massage device is comprised of rollers that are rotatably attached to a frame. The rollers are adapted to rotate simultaneously and synchronously in a predetermined pattern of clockwise and counterclockwise movements.

Abstract: A first drive shaft having a pair of eccentric shaft portions at its middle part and a second drive shaft on which a pair of eccentric cum bodies having eccentric cum portions are provided, are provided in a holding body. A pair of arms are provided on the eccentric shaft portions of the first drive shaft so as to freely oscillate and main massage rollers are provided on each of the arms. The kneading movement is assigned to the main massage rollers by a drive mechanism by selectively rotating the first drive shaft or the second drive shaft. Each arm is composed of an arm housing having a first opening portion, and an arm cover which forms a holding portion having a second opening portion, being bonded to the arm housing and holding a slider so as to freely slide between the bonded surfaces.

Abstract: A rocking machine has an outer casing, an upper seat, a motor, a hollow connector, a drive member, a right rocking member, and a left rocking member. The motor which is disposed in the outer casing has a shaft inserted in the hollow connector. The hollow connector has an upper rod. The drive member has an upper block, a lower oblong groove, and two lower oblong recesses. The right rocking member has an upper through aperture and a lower through aperture. The left rocking member has an upper through hole and a lower through hole. The upper rod is inserted in the lower oblong groove. The upper seat is disposed on the drive member. The right rocking member receives a right lower portion of the drive member. The left rocking member receives a left lower portion of the drive member. Four angle plates are fastened in the outer casing to position the right and the left rocking members pivotally.

Abstract: A clitoral stimulation clip for providing a vibratory sensation to an erogenous zone of a user to increase sexual stimulation. The clitoral stimulation clip includes a first member having a first gripping portion and a first clamping portion and a second member having a second gripping portion and a second clamping portion pivotally connected to the first member to form a clamping section therebetween. A clamping device releasably secures the first and second members in a clamped position and a vibrating device causes the clitoral stimulation clip to vibrate.

Abstract: A system for application of electromechanical energy to generate full cycle linear oscillations imposing soft tissue strains which activate natural biochemical mechanisms whereby wound healing is enhanced through reduced scar tissue formation, swelling, pain, healing time, and increased wound strength is thereby provided. In essence, the device and method of this invention provides such enhanced wound healing by utilization of an applicator head which is mounted on the skin adjacent to a wound site, a cable for attachment to opposite ends of an incision's longitudinal axis which is coupled to the applicator head, a motor means for driving the cable in linear oscillations in opposite directions through alternating half cycles of a predetermined span, and an actuator means for regulating the timing and breadth of the predetermined span of each half cycle.

Abstract: An anticellulitis massaging device comprising a plurality of massaging elements or fingers (11) located within a body member or casing (10) and susceptible of axial percussion movements and oscillating and/or rotating movements, which are controlled by a motor assembly (12,12a) and via cam actuating means (15a,25a).