Abstract: A muscle activation system including: an inclined platform for a user to stand on; a rigid upper body user support frame attached to the inclined platform for supporting the upper body of the user standing on the inclined platform; a base, coupled to the inclined platform, the coupling allowing relative orientation motion between the base and inclined platform. The platform adapted to undergo a precession like motion around a central point so as to circumferentially move a user's upper body, when supported by the rigid upper body user support frame, substantially through an arc around a central point.

Abstract: There is provided an orthosis or exoskeleton system (200) comprising: one or more body mounting modules (102), the or each body mounting module being structured and arranged to, in use, be mounted to one or more parts of a body of a patient, the body mounting modules having different sizes or configurations with respect to each other; and one or more function modules (104), the or each function module being structured and arranged to provide a different sensing, charging or control function; the body mounting modules and the function modules each having an interfacing structure such that any said body mounting module is interchangeably couplable to any said function module.

Abstract: An apparatus for massage of a user in a reclined position, including a housing structure having a base portion with a user support surface for supporting the user in a reclined position, and a top cover portion that extends the full length of the base portion so that the user being disposed or the user support surface is disposed between the base portion and the top cover portion, a massage assembly disposed adjacent the user support surface, and a video display disposed on an inner surface of the top cover portion so that the video display is visible to the user disposed on the user support surface.

Abstract: Systems and method for providing chest compressions to a patient during cardiopulmonary resuscitation may include at least one ECG sensor configured to obtain ECG signals, an automated chest compressor configured to provide chest compressions and at least one processor, memory and associated circuitry of a medical device communicatively coupled with the at least one ECG sensor and the automated chest compressor. The at least one processor may be configured to receive and analyze the ECG signals, determine, based on the analysis, whether the patient is in a condition of unconscious hypotension with organized ECG, analyze, in response to a determination that the patient is in the condition of unconscious hypotension with organized ECG, the received ECG signals to detect a QRS complex, and generate an output to apply a chest compression at a predetermined time relative to the detected QRS complex.

Abstract: An ergonomic headrest assembly which can be used by a user such as a passenger on an airplane or other vehicle to prevent or restrict side-to-side head movements of the user to enhance comfort of the user may include a lower portion. A headrest portion may be provided on the lower portion. The headrest portion may include a middle headrest section. A pair of side headrest sections may extend from the middle headrest section. The side headrest sections may be adjustable at selected angles with respect to the middle headrest section to support and prevent or restrict side-to-side movement of the head of a user as the middle headrest section of the headrest portion supports the user's head.

Abstract: A gastrointestinal treatment system including a gastrointestinal capsule adapted to treat a subject following ingestion of the gastrointestinal capsule. The gastrointestinal capsule includes: (a) a housing; (b) a vibrating agitator, powered by the battery, the vibrating agitator adapted such that, in a first vibrating mode of operation, the housing exerts vibrations on an environment surrounding the capsule; (c) a power supply disposed within the housing and adapted to power the vibrating agitator; and (d) a controller adapted, in response to receipt of an activation input, to activate the vibrating agitator to operate in the first vibrating mode of operation at at least one predetermined time of day. The system and method may be used to treat an ailment of the gastrointestinal tract and/or to mitigate at least one symptom of jetlag in a subject travelling from an origin location to a destination location.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of treating neurodegenerative diseases involving accumulation of abnormal proteins in the central nervous system (CNS) of a user. The method includes utilizing an intraoral device to apply photobiomodulation and vibration to specific points on hard and soft palates of the user to stimulate the user's glymphatic system and decongest hyperphosphorylated tau and amyloid proteins and toxins, and simultaneously with the utilization of the intraoral device, applying a transcranial device to exert vasopneumatic compression and photobiomodulation on the user's head and neck to stimulate the user's lymphatic system and enhance the flow of lymphatic fluid towards the subclavian lymphatic pathway.

Abstract: A supporter for a wearable exercise apparatus may include a main body; a pair of main frames connected to the main body; a pair of straps connected to the pair of main frames, respectively; and a bistable spring which is provided inside each of the pair of the straps and maintained in one of two stable states by a restoring force. The two stable states include a first stable state in which the bistable spring has a shape extending straight along the longitudinal direction and a second stable state in which the bistable spring has a shape that is bent once. The shape of the strap may be determined according to the shape of the bistable spring.

Abstract: The massage device includes a housing, a massage portion, at least one swing arm and a driving device, where the massage portion is slidably arranged on the housing, and the massage portion includes a first pinching portion and a second pinching portion that are oppositely arranged and made of flexible materials, such that a massage cavity is provided between the first pinching portion and the second pinching portion. A first end of the at least one swing arm is arranged in at least one of the first pinching portion and the second pinching portion, and the driving device is used for driving the first pinching portion and the second pinching portion to move back and forth.

Abstract: A CPR chest compression system which uses tonometric data as feedback for control of chest compression device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wearable electrical ankle pump massage bidirectional exerciser. The adopted technical solution is that the wearable electrical ankle pump massage bidirectional exerciser includes a vamp plate and a calf plate. A base is rotatably connected to a lower side of the vamp plate, a swing airbag for driving the vamp plate is arranged on an upper part of a rear side of the base, side supporting plates are arranged on both sides of the vamp plate, and side massage airbags are arranged on both sides of an upper part of the calf plate. An equipment box is provided on a bottom of the base, a first air pump group is arranged inside the equipment box, and the first air pump group is configured to drive the swing airbag and the side massage airbags.

Abstract: Proposed is a rehabilitation exercise device for upper and lower limbs. The rehabilitation exercise device is characterized by including: a first support supporting a user's hand or foot; a second support supporting a user's forearm or calf; a pair of first hinges rotatably connecting the first support and the second support to each other; a third support supporting a user's upper arm or thigh; a pair of second hinges rotatably connecting the second support and the third support to each other; and a drive module selectively mounted on any one of the pair of first hinges and the pair of second hinges, and configured to pivot the first support or the second support.

Abstract: An apparatus for tissue trigger point therapy is disclosed. The apparatus includes an elongated core that includes a bendable portion, a first end portion forming a first terminal end of the elongated core, and a second end portion forming a second terminal end of the elongated core. The apparatus also includes an outer covering member that at least partially surrounds the elongated core and that is also bendable with the bendable portion of the elongated core.

Abstract: Knee orthoses or prostheses can be used to automatically, when appropriate, initiate a stand-up sequence based on the position of a person's knee with respect to the person's ankle while the person is in a seated position. When the knee is moved to a position that is forward of the ankle, at least one actuator of the orthosis or prosthesis is actuated to help raise the person from the seated position to a standing position.

Abstract: A range-of-motion device for a joint includes first and second link members for securing to a first and a second limb connected by the joint. A flexion-extension actuator drives movement of the second link member with respect to the first link member. An intermediate linkage may engage the first and second link members. A base link may engage the first link member and may be supported by a transverse support member. A vertical support frame may support the transverse support member. The transverse support member may be configured to provide free pivoting within a free-pivoting range of motion of the base link with respect to the transverse support member.

Abstract: Examples of the disclosure are directed to mechanical compression devices that can adjust a location of a compression position relative to a patient. One or more of the mechanical compression devices can adjust the compression position in an adjustment plane that is generally perpendicular to a patient. Some of the mechanical compression include support columns that have actuators that can be set asymmetrically to adjust the compression position and/or can be tilted relative to the backboard to adjust the compression position. Other examples includes mechanical compression devices that have multiple actuators that can be used to adjust the compression position as well as provide compressions.

Abstract: An intermittent pneumatic compression system provides exhaust between a wrap and patient's leg, avoids tubes and is operable on a conventional battery. The system allows true portability while improving patient discomfort, reducing fall risks, and providing desired therapeutic and prophylactic compression.

Abstract: The present invention is a stretching apparatus enabling a user to independently stretch back, leg, and abdominal muscles without assistance. The device includes a rigid modular frame with a detachable base, a pivotable panel assembly with padded arms, and a motorized actuator. The actuator adjusts the angle of the panel under user control via a remote or integrated interface. The apparatus supports multiple user orientations and stretch types through reconfiguration of the panel and frame. Ergonomic padded supports enhance comfort, and the modular design allows for transport, storage, and adaptation across clinical, athletic, and home environments. Programmable features and locking mechanisms enable precision, safety, and repeatable stretching routines. The invention provides a versatile, self-operated system for rehabilitation, fitness, and flexibility training.

Abstract: A vibration therapy device that includes a housing that includes a handle portion, a head portion, and a module seat defined on the head portion, an electrical source, a motor positioned in the housing, a switch for activating the motor, a push rod assembly operatively connected to the motor, a reciprocating attachment removably secured to a distal end of the push rod assembly and configured to provide a first type of therapy, and a therapy module removably secured to the module seat and configured to provide a second type of therapy.

Abstract: Disclosed are a suction massage structure and a massager. The suction massage structure includes a first massage outlet, a second massage outlet, and an air control assembly, where the first massage outlet and the second massage outlet are configured to fit skin in a massage area; the air control assembly is communicated with both the first massage outlet and the second massage outlet; the air control assembly alternately blows or sucks air against the skin in the massage area to apply a positive or negative pressure; the air control assembly is configured to apply an opposite air pressure on the skin in the massage area through the second massage outlet when a positive or negative pressure is applied to the skin in the massage area through the first massage outlet; and the first massage outlet and the second massage outlet share at least part of their side walls.