Abstract: A method and device for relieving pain such as in the lower back by applying a peripheral modulation pad having a plurality of generally pointed projections to apply an intense painful stimulation resulting in a physiological response at the spinal cord entry level and the brain stem to block the pain. The projections are structured and spaced in a manner so as not to puncture the skin or to be unbearable. The pad is attachable to a belt-like binder and has relatively thin and thick portions to help conform to the body and to further permit toleration of the intense stimulation.

Abstract: An adjustable post-surgical shoe having two sole portions which are slidably connected by a pin and tube means and which has a separate means for securing the sole portions in adjusted positions.

Abstract: An ash trap for a bong having a chamber with an intermediate perforate disc. A smoke passage tube extends from a smoke material bowl through the side of the chamber and the disc into a lower chamber. Ashes are collected on a removable closure at the end of the lower chamber. Tubing to a bong may be secured to the upper portion of the first chamber.

Abstract: A windshield wiper unit adapted to be secured to conventional wiper mechanisms and to retain conventional wiper blades while providing heat to both for the prevention of icing. The unit is of molded nylon having very thin resistance ribbon wires embedded in portions that engage the side channels of the wiper blades. Centrally embedded in the unit is a Frieon-heat sensitivity control for the electrical system that completes the operational capability of the unit.

Abstract: A shipping cage for animals having secured to an interior wall a receptacle containing a disposable bag of sterile water. A demand feeding valve having a piercing point is inserted into the bag through the wall of the receptacle and has intermediate integral retaining flanges on the valve which secure it to said wall.

Abstract: A pipe having an internal storage chamber is formed from a single block of wood. A peg located in the passageway between the storage chamber and a smoking bowl has the dual function of permitting the feeding of tobacco and modulating the air mixture for cooler smoking. A method of making the pipe by a sequence of drilling and routing steps.

Abstract: A device for debilitated or geriatric patients to apply or remove anti-embolism support stockings comprising an overlapping circular band of a polymer impregnated fabric having its upper edge covered with moleskin to protect the patients' skin and stockings from injury and assist in the retention of the latter on the band and two bands of the polymer impregnated fabric connected to the band to serve as handles.