Patents Assigned to InnoMED Technologies
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Publication number: 20140083419Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to respiratory interfaces for use in treating various respiratory issues including, but not limited to, sleep disorder breathing (e.g. snoring, sleep apnea), and in other forms of assisted and unassisted respiration. Embodiments disclosed herein further relate to nasal prongs, flanges and valves for use with respiratory interfaces. Embodiments disclosed herein further relate to evaluating patient compliance with a respiratory interface and harvesting energy for the respiratory.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2013Publication date: March 27, 2014Applicant: InnoMED TechnologiesInventors: Louis Javier COLLAZO, Angelo Caruso, Shara Hernandez, Bruce Sher
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Publication number: 20140053846Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2013Publication date: February 27, 2014Applicant: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Publication number: 20130019870Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicant: INNOMED TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventors: Louis Javier COLLAZO, Angelo Caruso, Shara Hernandez, Bruce Sher, Thomas Wood
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Publication number: 20120255553Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2012Publication date: October 11, 2012Applicant: INNOMED TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventor: Thomas WOOD
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Patent number: 7472707Abstract: A ventilation or CPAP interface system adapted to be inserted into a nares of a user to secure the interface. A cannula adapted to be connected to a source of ventilation gas forms a first portion of an input gas flow passage to supply the ventilation gas to the user. A nasal insert adapted to be inserted the nares of the user forms a second portion of the input gas flow passage from the cannula to a distal end of the nasal insert. A seal portion adapted to engage a portion of the first naris is provided adjacent the distal end of the nasal insert. Ventilation interface system may optionally include feed tubes, y-connector, tube holder, and headgear.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2004Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Wood, Bruce M. Sher, Shara Hernandez
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Patent number: 7472703Abstract: A soft material replaceably coupled to a ventilation interface, wherein the soft material is positioned between the interface and a user's face to alleviate discomfort. The soft material may be configured to be replaceably couple to various ventilation interfaces which may include CPAP interfaces.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2004Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Shara Hernandez, Bruce Sher
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Patent number: 7234465Abstract: A ventilation interface and system is described which can be adapted to be connected to a source of ventilation. The ventilation interface and system includes an exhaust port positioned at a midpoint between at least two ventilation connectors. The ventilation interface system may optionally include feed tubes, y-connector, tube holder, and headgear.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2004Date of Patent: June 26, 2007Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 7191781Abstract: A ventilation interface and system is described which can be adapted to be connected to a source of ventilation. The ventilation interface and system may include variable exhaust ports. The ventilation interface system may optionally include feed tubes, y-connector, tube holder, and headgear.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2004Date of Patent: March 20, 2007Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 7188624Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2004Date of Patent: March 13, 2007Assignee: InnoMed Technologies Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 7059328Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2004Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 7047974Abstract: A nasal cannula for delivering air to a patient's nares. Two delivery tubes are provided to supply air to a pair of nasal inserts each of which conform to the shape of the nare. Properly placed bleed ports reduce noise and reduce carbon dioxide retained in the system. The cannula is positioned on the face with the aid of a strap system.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2003Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Roger Strickland, Jonathan Lee
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Patent number: 7000613Abstract: A ventilation or CPAP interface system adapted to be inserted into a nares of a user to secure the interface. A cannula adapted to be connected to a source of ventilation gas forms a first portion of an input gas flow passage to supply the ventilation gas to the user. A nasal insert adapted to be inserted the nares of the user forms a second portion of the input gas flow passage from the cannula to a distal end of the nasal insert. A seal portion adapted to engage a portion of the first naris is provided adjacent the distal end of the nasal insert. Ventilation interface system may optionally include feed tubes, y-connector, tube holder, headgear and a headgear flange.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2004Date of Patent: February 21, 2006Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Wood, Shara Hernandez, Bruce M. Sher
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Patent number: 6997187Abstract: A ventilation or CPAP interface system adapted to be inserted into a nares of a user to secure the interface. A cannula adapted to be connected to a source of ventilation gas forms a first portion of an input gas flow passage to supply the ventilation gas to the user. A nasal insert adapted to be inserted the nares of the user forms a second portion of the input gas flow passage from the cannula to a distal end of the nasal insert. A seal portion adapted to engage a portion of the first naris is provided adjacent the distal end of the nasal insert. Ventilation interface system may optionally include feed tubes, y-connector, tube holder, and headgear.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2003Date of Patent: February 14, 2006Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Wood, Shara Hernanadez, Bruce M. Sher
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Patent number: 6994089Abstract: A nasal ventilation interface comprising a hollow body having at least one and preferably two nasal apertures, and at least one and preferably two inhale apertures, and at least one and preferably two nasal insert tubes each associated with one of the nasal apertures and having an annular sleeve that forms a seal with a nostril of the patient. The hollow body has at least one and preferably two exhale apertures and at least one valve assembly associated with the exhale apertures that are capable of preventing air from passing through the exhale aperture upon the patient inhaling and allowing air to pass through the exhale aperture upon exhaling. The hollow body may also have at least one and preferably two filters for retaining heat and moisture from the exhale air and transferring the retained heat and moisture into the inhale air.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2004Date of Patent: February 7, 2006Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, IncInventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 6863069Abstract: A nasal ventilation interface comprising a hollow body having at least one and preferably two nasal apertures, and at least one and preferably two inhale apertures, and at least one and preferably two nasal insert tubes each associated with one of the nasal apertures and having an annular sleeve that forms a seal with a nostril of the patient. The hollow body has at least one and preferably two exhale apertures and at least one valve assembly associated with the exhale apertures that are capable of preventing air from passing through the exhale aperture upon the patient inhaling and allowing air to pass through the exhale aperture upon exhaling. The hollow body may also have at least one and preferably two filters for retaining heat and moisture from the exhale air and transferring the retained heat and moisture into the inhale air.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2003Date of Patent: March 8, 2005Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: 6807967Abstract: The ventilation interface for sleep apnea therapy interfaces a ventilation device to the patient's airways. The ventilation interface includes a pair of nasal inserts made from flexible, resilient silicone which are oval shaped in cross-section and slightly tapered from a base proximal the ventilation supply to the distal tip end. A bead flange is disposed about the exterior of each insert at the distal end of the insert. A bleed port for release of exhaled air is defined through a conical vent projecting normally to the path of the incoming air flow, and continues through a nipple extending to the exterior of the air conduit. In one embodiment, a pair of nasal inserts are integral with a nasal cannula body, with bleed ports axially aligned with each insert. In another embodiment, each insert is independently connected to a separate, thin-walled, flexible supply line.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2003Date of Patent: October 26, 2004Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: D551340Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2005Date of Patent: September 18, 2007Assignee: InnoMed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Wood, Shara Hernanadez, Bruce M. Sher
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Patent number: D618336Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2004Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Wood
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Patent number: D627059Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2003Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Wood, Shara Hernanadez, Bruce M. Sher
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Patent number: RE42843Abstract: A nasal cannula for delivering air to a patient's nares. Two delivery tubes are provided to supply air to a pair of nasal inserts each of which conform to the shape of the nare. Properly placed bleed ports reduce noise and reduce carbon dioxide retained in the system. The cannula is positioned on the face with the aid of a strap system.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2006Date of Patent: October 18, 2011Assignee: Innomed Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Roger Strickland, Jonathan Lee, Thomas J. Wood