Abstract: In an embodiment, the present invention is an apparatus, comprising: a foot mat; a depth sensing camera; an elevated foot platform that reduces or prevents rotational movement of a foot; a processor in communication with the depth sensing camera, the processor further configured to calculate the circumference of a user's leg based on data from the depth sensing camera while the user has one foot on the foot mat and one foot on the elevated foot platform, the processor further configured to select a recommended product for the user's knee or ankle from among a set of pre-manufactured candidate products for knees or ankles based at least in part upon the leg circumference of the user; and an output device to display information received from the processor, the information identifying the recommended product to the user.

Abstract: In an embodiment, the present invention is an apparatus, comprising: a foot mat; a depth sensing camera; an elevated foot platform that reduces or prevents rotational movement of a foot; a processor in communication with the depth sensing camera, the processor further configured to calculate the circumference of a user's leg based on data from the depth sensing camera while the user has one foot on the foot mat and one foot on the elevated foot platform, the processor further configured to select a recommended product for the user's knee or ankle from among a set of pre-manufactured candidate products for knees or ankles based at least in part upon the leg circumference of the user; and an output device to display information received from the processor, the information identifying the recommended product to the user.

Abstract: An insole for insertion into footwear, comprising a mid-foot portion and a heel portion; the mid-foot portion and heel portion being formed by a cushioning layer of a resilient material having a first hardness and which provides a cushioning function; and a cushioning insert comprised within a recess in said cushioning layer and extending down from said cushioning layer; said cushioning insert comprising a resilient material having a second hardness that is less than the hardness of the hardness of the cushioning layer.

Abstract: A cryosurgery device includes an aerosol container holding a liquid refrigerant and having a valve and a stem extending out therefrom; an actuator seated on the stem and including an outlet tube for receiving released refrigerant from the container; a hub mounted on the container and including slots therein; and a base having a central opening for receiving the hub, the base including aligning projections that enter the slots in the hub to engage and apply pressure to the actuator to cause the actuator to depress the stem and release refrigerant into the base. The container may further contain an applicator tube mounted to the hub in fluid communication with the outlet tube with a porous tip mounted to a distal end of the applicator tube for receiving the refrigerant and, being chilled thereby, applied to a skin lesion to be treated.

Abstract: A cryosurgery device includes an aerosol container holding a liquid refrigerant and having a valve and a stem extending out therefrom; an actuator seated on the stem and including an outlet tube for receiving released refrigerant from the container; a hub mounted on the container and including slots therein; an applicator tube mounted to the hub in fluid communication with the outlet tube; a porous tip mounted to a distal end of the applicator tube for receiving the refrigerant; and a base having a central opening for receiving the hub and applicator tube therein, the base including aligning projections that enter the slots in the hub to engage and apply pressure to the actuator to cause the actuator to depress the stem and release refrigerant to the tip.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of nucleus-brominated phthalic acid derivatives, optionally in combination with polyalkylene oxides corresponding to formula (V) ##STR1## in which R is H, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, tetrahydropyranyl or a silyl group,R' is H or C.sub.1-6 alkyl andx is an integer of 1 to 100,for stabilizing thermoplastic polycarbonates against the effect of .gamma.-rays.

Abstract: The invention relates to silicon compounds, to mixtures thereof in aromatic polycarbonates and aromatic polyester carbonates and to their use as heat stabilizers in aromatic polycarbonates and aromatic polyester carbonates.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition is disclosed containing a polycarbonate resin and(i) 0.1 to 10.0 percent of a polyalkylene oxide corresponding to formula (I) ##STR1## in which R represents H, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, tetrahydropyranyl or a silyl radical,R' represents H or C.sub.1-6 alkyl andx is an integer of 1 to 100, and(ii) 0.1 to 10 percent of an aromatic compound which contains at least one sulfonic acid ester substituent, said percent being relative to the weight of said polycarbonate. The composition which is resistant to the effects of gamma radiation is suitable for the preparation of sterilizable medical instruments.