Abstract: A nose free glasses utility for eliminating the use of a nose to support glasses includes hook and loop fasteners adhered to a visor/brim of a hat which eliminates the need to use the bridge of a nose for support.

Abstract: An improved gauze structure capable of separating inhalation and exhalation includes: an outer layer member, a top and a bottom portions thereof are formed with at least one first through hole, a center at the bottom portion is formed with a first front hole; an inner layer member, a top and a bottom portions thereof are formed with at least one second through hole, a center at the bottom portion is formed with a second front hole, at least one fastening unit is disposed at two sides; an inner mask member, used for covering a mouth, and formed with at least one third through hole and a connection part; and at least two air valves, disposed corresponding to the first and the second through holes at the top and bottom portions of the outer and the inner layer members and the third through hole of the inner mask member.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for head wear comprising a swimming cap portion that is breathable, and protects the hair and scalp of the user from water and other watery substance(s); and a wig portion that has the versatility/appearance of natural hair, and retains a desired style even after multiple use.

Abstract: An pressurized injectable mouthpiece for athletes in contact sports and other activities. The present invention is configured to be used at an pressurized fashion and is able to be injected with an gel-like supplement. The pressurized injectable mouthpiece comprises of an tab at the front base of the mouthpiece. Further, the present invention comprises suction vents throughout the outer base portion of the mouthpiece. The pressurized injectable mouthpiece further comprises air pockets coupled throughout the inner portion of the mouthpiece allowing the present invention to be used at an pressurized fashion.

Abstract: A system including method and device with attachments and elements as a means of enhancing vascular access or other medical procedures, such as wound care or diagnostics, or for general medical purposes by effectively stabilizing patients' upper or lower extremities in a safer, more reliable, less intrusive and less costly manner. One embodiment indicates a rigid device with attachments for securing and immobilizing the rigid device and a shape and inflatable pressure cuffs (211) or bands for stabilizing the extremity to the device by eliminating or reducing the number of involved medical personnel, reducing risk of injury or trauma such as medical adhesive related skin injuries or contusions and eliminating or reducing the need for sedation to accomplish the medical procedure especially in children, infants, neonates, and preemies. Other embodiments include multiple sizes, shapes, dimensions, materials and elements necessary to accomplish safe stabilization of an extremity.

Abstract: An animal urine/specimen collection device for home or clinic that allows easy, prolonged use and is leak resistant. A disposable urine collection device and marking deterrent for use by pet owners and veterinarians on animals such as dogs is disclosed. The urine collection device of the present invention is formed from one pouch of flexible plastic material formed into a valve opening at the bottom, being inserted into another pouch of plastic flexible material with no valve formed at the bottom, creating an encapsulating container for liquid that passes through the inner valve pouch due to the outer and inner (valve shaped) pouch layers being sealed at the top peripheral edges. Flexible supporters that are integrally formed to the collection device are drawn up to secure on the back near the hind quarters for male animals, and around the legs and thighs, then on the back for female animals.

Abstract: A respiratory device of negative pressure type comprising a shell fastened to the user's chest and/or abdomen with minimal dead space, one or more vacuum and compressed air chambers attached to the shell; vacuum generating and compressed air generating sources connected to the vacuum and compressed air chambers respectively, one or more openings on the shell to allow exchange of the air enclosed between shell and user's body, with the vacuum and compressed air chambers; a valve shuttling between the vacuum and compressed air chambers. By having low dead space, pre-generated vacuum and compressed air close to the user, and the use of fast acting valves in some embodiments, the power requirement, weight, and size are reduced, making the device low cost and portable. In some embodiments, the vacuum and compressed air generating sources can be mounted on the shell itself, making the device ambulatory.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a tuning fork handle assembly (hereinafter “assembly”). The assembly includes a substantially hollow body having an outer surface and an inner surface forming a cavity. An opening is formed at a first end of the body, and the cavity is flared at the first end of the body. The assembly also includes a spring member is disposed in the cavity at the first end such that the spring member fits into the flared end of the cavity. The spring member secures a tuning fork to the tuning fork handle responsive to engagement of the spring member. The assembly includes a cover disposed over the opening at the first end of the body. The cover includes an aperture configured to receive the tuning fork. The cover causes compression of at least a portion of the spring member to secure the tuning fork to the body of the tuning for handle.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to, amongst other things, systems, devices, materials, and methods that can improve the accuracy and/or precision of nitric oxide therapy by, for example, reducing the dilution of inhaled nitric oxide (NO). As described herein, NO dilution can occur because of various factors. To reduce the dilution of an intended NO dose, various exemplary nasal cannulas, pneumatic configurations, methods of manufacturing, and methods of use, etc. are disclosed.

Abstract: An orthopedic brace for preventing injury to a wearer including a body having a series of liquid filled regions, the body having a first more flexible state wherein the liquid filled regions contain a liquid material and a second more rigid state wherein the liquid within the regions is hardened to a second harder state, the body transformable from the first state to the second state upon receiving a force which exceeds a predetermined value. A chemical reaction or an isothermal process can cause the phase change.

Abstract: A variety of implementations, building off one another, of a device that mechanically provides energy to muscles used throughout the gait cycle. The mechanical power is provided by elastic bands, or similar material. The different implementations presented introduce more components which provide adjustability in many aspects of the device including how it fits the user, increasing comfort for the user, and providing customized tension levels, thus customized assistance, in the different segments of the device thus to the different muscle groups in the lower extremity.

Abstract: Dual coil vaporizer inhalation cartridge for high viscosity oil or resin is a specially designed vapor cartridge that includes a second independent heating coil in the oil tank or tank chamber that heats the inhalation oil or resin to reduce its viscosity prior to entering the vaporization chamber where it is vaporized for inhalation. Dual coil vaporizer inhalation cartridge for high viscosity oil or resin uses special electronics to power and control the tank heating coil with the battery and battery switch on a standard battery module for a vaporizer inhalation device, which also powers and controls the vaporization heating coil. The tank heating coil functions to heat and melt the oil/resin or otherwise lower its viscosity to allow the oil/resin to become more thin and runny so that the material may flow more easily through the wick and its capillary action to be successfully transferred to the atomizer heating coil for vaporization.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems, methods, and devices related to a cast portal. The cast portal can be for enabling selective access through a medical cast to a body part covered by the medical cast. One illustrative cast portal includes an interior portion that extends through an entire longitudinal length of the cast portal. The illustrative cast portal can also include an outer housing that defines the bounds of the interior portion. The outer housing can include a top end configured to be positioned distal to the body part covered by the medical cast. The outer housing can also include a bottom end configured to be positioned proximate to the body part covered by the medical cast. The illustrative cast portal can also include a protrusion extending radially outwardly from the outer housing and configured to mechanically couple with the medical cast for attaching the device to the medical cast.

Abstract: A reverse total hip prosthesis is characterized by a femoral cup component and an acetabular ball component and is used for reconstruction of a hip joint. The prosthesis reverses the mechanics across the joint medializing the center of rotation, preventing dislocation in a posterior direction. Both ball and socket portions of the components lie outside of bone enabling larger sizing of the femoral and acetabular components improving stability, regardless of the size of the patient's anatomy. A method for reverse hip prosthesis implantation eliminates reaming through the base of the acetabulum preserving acetabular bone stock.

Abstract: An articulated chin rest is assembly is provided for supporting the chin of a patient under monitored anesthesia care, sedation, general anesthesia, or other medical procedure to ensure that their airway is unobscured. The assembly may comprise a clamp adaptable to grip a variety of structures, a first and a second length of rigid material sequentially and rotatably connected to the clamp, and a chin rest finally rotatably connected to the second length of rigid material. Means for rotatably linking the clamp, first and second lengths of rigid material, and chin rest allow each element to rotate in three dimensional space so that the assembly mechanically mimics, and is ultimately usable in place of, an anesthesiologist's hand for tilting the patient's head and securely supporting the patient's chin.

Abstract: An adjustable girth dildo, consisting of a multilayered cylindrical shaft with a proximal end and a distal end. The dildo consists of layers, which can be applied or removed, allowing for increase or decrease adjustments to the girth of the cylindrical shaft. Apart from having these layers, the dildo can have two applicable embodiments. In the first embodiment, all layers of the dildo from the distal end to proximal end are hollow, like a snorkel with two openings at each end, for the ability to breathe through. In the second embodiment, the innermost layer of the dildo that runs the length of the cylinder is solid, while each additional layer has one opening at the proximal end, without the ability to breathe through.

Abstract: Hand wrap includes eucalyptus oil absorbed in a roll of fabric material.

Abstract: An infinitely adjustable training mask for simulating the increased breathing resistance level at higher altitudes including an air-impermeable mask body covering the nose and mouth of the wearer, an infinitely adjustable inhalation resistance assembly extended through the mask body, a replaceable particulate air filter to provide respiratory protection when the wearer inhales, and a drinking device for hydration and consumption of foods. The inhalation resistance assembly contains a stationary aperture component and a rotating dial aperture component for adjusting the sizes of the overlapping inhalation adjustment apertures to achieve the desired breathing resistance level. Upon exhalation of the wearer, the exhaled air is discharged through a flexible one-way check valve controlled exhalation channel.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and/or apparatuses for acclimatizing a user to positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy are provided. Generally, a sub-therapeutic treatment pressure is provided initially. It may be ramped up to a full treatment pressure over the course of one or more therapy sessions. The pressure level may be ramped up based on, for example, sleep state, sleep phase, patient compliance with types of treatment (e.g. bilevel vs. CPAP, etc.), clinician input (either at the site, remotely, via pre-programmed smartcards, etc.), etc. Such techniques may be used alone or in combination.

Abstract: A rigid tool is used in fascia therapy and includes a handle and a blade. The handle is an elongate cylinder having a length of 4.5 inches and a diameter of 1 inch. The blade is a flat plate having a thickness ¼ inch and a width of 4.5 inches. The blade is rigidly affixed at a proximal end to and extends outwardly from the handle. The blade has a distal edge with a curved contour devoid of sharp corners across its width.