Abstract: A device for detecting a flow of a first gas in a conduit includes a gas jet interfaced to a side of the conduit. The gas jet emits a jet of gas aimed across the conduit. A fluid port is interfaced to a distal side of the conduit for receiving the jet of gas and a pressure-detecting device is interfaced to the fluid port. In absence of the flow of the first gas within the conduit, the gas jet enters the fluid port and the pressure-detecting device reports a first pressure. In presence of the flow of the gas within the conduit, the gas jet is deflected away from the main port by the flow of the first gas and the pressure-detecting device reports a second pressure, the second pressure being lower than the first pressure.

Abstract: An advance system for treatment of scoliosis using a lateral manual or linear actuator compression force in conjunction with axial rotation. The assembly is table that has comprises of axial rotation and lateral compression allowing axial movement, to assist the physician or therapist in the treatment and correction of scoliosis through specific manual or linear actuator lateral compression. The style and design of this therapy unit is convenient, giving physicians and therapists the unique ability to use this device in a successful way.

Abstract: A carbonation machine may include a carbonation head, a holder that is configured to hold a gas canister, the holder comprising a connector with a socket configured to enable linear insertion of a valve of the canister into the socket, the socket including a seal with at least one lateral opening to enable fluidic flow between one or more laterally oriented ports of the valve and a conduit of the holder while preventing leakage of gas from the fluidic flow, and a holding mechanism configured to hold a lateral projection from the canister after insertion of the valve into the socket such that the valve remains in the socket, and an activation mechanism configured to operate the valve to release the gas from the canister when inserted into the socket so as to enable the gas to flow via the conduit to the carbonation head.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wearable medical device for immobilizing an appendage. More specifically, the apparatus utilizes absorbent and moisture wicking material thereby preventing accumulation of moisture and decrease chafing during use of the medical device. The apparatus is also intended to allow a user to install and remove the sling liner by using one hand.

Abstract: The laboratory device includes an elongated handle with ergonomic grips. The device has a center recess for a rod to slide or rotate. The blade head attaches at the distal end of the elongated handle. The rod has geared teeth that interact and mesh with the gears on the blade head allowing the user to manipulate the angle of the blade head via rod. The rod in the proximal position of the handle is disposed at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal axis of the handle such that the blade head and handle are positioned for insertion into and removal of a tissue culture vessel. When the rod is moved distally or rotated the blade head position is disposed perpendicularly, acute or obtusely in relationship to the longitudinal axes of the handle such that the blade head provides optimal raking opportunities for the device to collect cell colonies.

Abstract: Various embodiments are described herein for devices, methods and systems for a breathing assistance device controller for controlling the operation of a breathing assistance device that provides breathing assistance to a user. The controller may include sensors for measuring airflow parameters of the airflow and generating measured signals; and a processor that is electronically coupled to the sensors to receive the measured signals and to generate a control signal based on the measured signals and at least one characteristic of the user's respiratory system to adjust the operation of the breathing assistance device during use.

Abstract: A drying expiratory limb of a breathing circuit is provided that is configured to increase or optimize drying of a gas to reduce or prevent condensation. The drying expiratory limb can include a wall that is at least partly made of a breathable material configured to allow transmission of water vapor but substantially prevent transmission of liquid water. The wall includes first and second openings in the wall, the openings respectively configured to receive a gas at a first temperature and a first relative humidity and to allow the gas to exit having a second temperature and a second relative humidity. The drying expiratory limb can be configured to tailor the temperature drop of the gas along the wall to maintain a relative humidity within a targeted range and/or to maintain the gas temperature above its dew point temperature.

Abstract: A carbonation machine may include a carbonation head, a holder that is configured to hold a gas canister, the holder comprising a connector with a socket configured to enable linear insertion of a valve of the canister into the socket, the socket including a seal with at least one lateral opening to enable fluidic flow between one or more laterally oriented ports of the valve and a conduit of the holder while preventing leakage of gas from the fluidic flow, and a holding mechanism configured to hold a lateral projection from the canister after insertion of the valve into the socket such that the valve remains in the socket, and an activation mechanism configured to operate the valve to release the gas from the canister when inserted into the socket so as to enable the gas to flow via the conduit to the carbonation head.

Abstract: A surgical mask gripper covering nose apex, ala and mouth of a person is disclosed. Gripper is designed to enhance the flow of air through the mask filter and restrict the flow of air leaking through the periphery of the surgical face mask. Gripper covering the contours of nose apex and ala creates a tight seal between face skin and surgical mask. Low profile of gripper around nose allows a person to wear safety or eye glasses without any interference. Tight seal forces inhaled and exhaled air through the surgical mask filter thereby improving the particulate filtering efficiency and eliminate the fogging of safety glasses.

Abstract: A nasal cannula assembly is disclosed having a face mount part, in use resting against a user's face, which includes at least one nasal prong capable of being fitted into a person's nares. The cannula assembly also includes a manifold part, in fluid communication with the face mount part, having a single horizontal side gases entry. In particular, this cannula assembly is for supplying heated, humidified gases to a patient suffering from COPD. A tie or lanyard is disclosed for use with a breathing assistance apparatus such as a nasal cannula, face or nasal mask or tracheostomy connector. The tie or lanyard transfers the weight of the conduits supplying gases to the breathing assistance apparatus from the breathing assistance apparatus and distributes it onto the neck of the patient.

Abstract: A respiratory pressure therapy (RPT) device is disclosed for treatment of respiratory-related disorders. The RPT device includes a pressure generator, a pneumatic block, a chassis and a device outlet for delivering a supply of flow of gas to a patient interface. The RPT device also comprises an integrated humidifier including a water reservoir. An RPT device is also disclosed that includes a wireless data communication interface integrated with the housing and configured to connect to another device or a network.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to systems and methods for gas delivery for personal medical consumption having safety features. A hydrogen or oxygen gas delivery system herein can include electrolytic cores performing electrolysis-based reactions, and obtain free hydrogen (H2) gas for collection and delivery to a user. In aspects, the electrolytic core(s) can be scaled to produce a sufficient amount of hydrogen (H2) or oxygen (O2) gas so that the user can ingest that gas directly, without a need for storage. The system can be portable, and configured with a delivery tube for transmitting hydrogen or oxygen gas to a user. While safety risks are generally minimal, the system can be configured with sensors to detect fault conditions or hazards such as combustion or overpressure, which can only be caused by deliberate user action to expose gaseous products to flame or spark, and even then would not be likely to trigger violent combustion.

Abstract: A breathing treatment apparatus delivers breathing gas to a user. The apparatus may be configured to comprise one or more sensors for sensing microbial growth within the apparatus.

Abstract: A valve assembly attached to a capacitor such that pressurizing the capacitor to a first positive pressure threshold induces the valve assembly to open, the pressurized air is released to the patient, and then as the pressure in the capacitor drops to a second pressure threshold the valve closes and the capacitor begins to build pressure until the first positive pressure threshold is achieved and the process repeats. Relative to the valve assembly and integrated therein, is an incrementally adjustable index knob to vary the rate of a biasing force performing work against the actionable valve face of the diaphragm functional surface to set the performance of the valve assembly, thereby increasing the potential for correct operation across a range of oscillating rates supporting a broad spectrum of patient therapies and types.

Abstract: A respiratory pressure therapy (RPT) device is disclosed for treatment of respiratory-related disorders. The RPT device includes a pressure generator, a pneumatic block, a chassis and a device outlet for delivering a supply of flow of gas to a patient interface. The RPT device also comprises an integrated humidifier including a water reservoir. An RPT device is also disclosed that includes a wireless data communication interface integrated with the housing and configured to connect to another device or a network.

Abstract: A patient ventilator system includes a patient delivery circuit having an inspiratory section that delivers an inspiratory gas flow to a patient and an expiratory section that receives expiratory gas flow from the patient, wherein a bidirectional blower motor drives the inspiratory gas flow in the inspiratory section and controls the expiratory gas flow in the expiratory section. A flow sensor measures gas flow rate between the bidirectional blower motor and the patient delivery circuit. A four quadrant controller is configured to control speed and direction of the bi-directional blower motor based on the measured flow rate so as to effectuate ventilation for the patient.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for olfactory stimulation of a patient with a plurality of scents, said device comprising: —a source (2) of a carrier gas (G); —a plurality of scent odorization circuits, each odorization circuit (4) comprising: —a container (18) containing an odorous volatile substance (V), —a container inlet line (26), provided with a container inlet valve (28), connecting an inlet (30) of said container with said source of carrier gas, and —a container outlet line (36), provided with a container outlet valve (38), connecting an outlet (40) of said container with an exit line (12); —a control unit (8), configured to control said container inlet valve and container outlet valve according to a medical protocol.

Abstract: A garment and method for targeted water weight-loss of a user. The garment may be a typical article of clothing; however, heat trapping agents are applied to the garment, particularly on the inside of the garment so as to make contact with the skin causing increased perspiration of the user at the location where the heating trapping agent contacts the skin. The heat trapping agent can be applied to the garment at desired locations and with a desired pattern to increase the efficiency of perspiration, and therefore, water weight-loss, Preferably, the heat trapping agent is print material with a stretch additive.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an inhalation atomizer comprising a counter and a blocking function. Counter rotates each time the atomizer is actuated. The blocking function includes a first protrusion on the counter and a second protrusion on a lower unit of the atomizer. Once the predetermined number of actuations has been achieved, the first protrusion encounters the second protrusion and prevents further rotation of the counter so that the atomizer is blocked from further use.

Abstract: A posture correcting device using vibration or emitted electrical pulses in a pre-determined time sequence that may be adjusted in timing, intensity or strength, and a device for securing said posture correcting device to a body of a wearer.