Abstract: An anesthetic pharmaceutical composition, system and method is provided. The anesthetic pharmaceutical composition comprises an intraoperative local injection and one or more postoperative medications. The intraoperative local injection is long-acting and comprises at least one local anesthetic agent, such as ropivacaine; ketorolac; and at least one steroid, such as dexamethasone. The one or more postoperative medications comprise an atypical opioid agonist, such as tramadol; a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as a cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor; a gamma-aminobutyric acid analogue, such as pregabalin; and acetaminophen. The method comprises the steps of commencing a surgical procedure involving one or more incision sites; injecting an intraoperative local injection at the one or more incision sites; performing and completing the surgical procedure; and administering one or more postoperative medications.

Abstract: An anesthetic pharmaceutical composition, system and method is provided. The anesthetic pharmaceutical composition comprises an intraoperative local injection and one or more postoperative medications. The intraoperative local injection is long-acting and comprises at least one local anesthetic agent, such as ropivacaine; ketorolac; and at least one steroid, such as dexamethasone. The one or more postoperative medications comprise an atypical opioid agonist, such as tramadol; a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as a cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor; a gamma-aminobutyric acid analogue, such as pregabalin; and acetaminophen. The method comprises the steps of commencing a surgical procedure involving one or more incision sites; injecting an intraoperative local injection at the one or more incision sites; performing and completing the surgical procedure; and administering one or more postoperative medications.

Abstract: A composition of probiotics is provided which promotes weight loss and maintenance thereof. More particularly, a probiotic mixture of Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus fermentum, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus are provided to reduce body adiposity, decrease inflammation of adipose tissue, and enhance metabolism in optional combination with prebiotics and excipients such as flow agents and binders. A method of administering the probiotic composition to an individual user is also provided.

Abstract: Natural compositions of three essential oils, a carrier, and a solvent are effective as both a head lice deterrent and treatment of pediculosis capitis. In some embodiments, the compositions comprise, at least, essential tea tree oil present in an amount of about 8-25 wt. %, essential peppermint oil in an amount of about 2-20 wt. %, essential lavender oil in an amount of about 1-25 wt. %, propylene glycol in an amount of about 10-50 wt. %, and SD alcohol 40B in an amount of about 20-80 wt. %. A system comprises the compositions used in combination with articles of manufacture, and more specifically hair accessories such as hairbands, hair ties, and other personal products treated with one or more compositions. A method comprises administering the system to a user.

Abstract: A composition of probiotics is provided which promotes weight loss and maintenance thereof. More particularly, a probiotic mixture of lactobacillus gasseri, lactobacillus fermentum, and lactobacillus rhamnosus are provided to reduce body adiposity, decrease inflammation of adipose tissue, and enhance metabolism in optional combination with prebiotics and excipients such as flow agents and binders. A method of administering the probiotic composition to an individual user is also provided.

Abstract: Natural compositions of three essential oils, a carrier, and a solvent are effective as both a head lice deterrent and treatment of pediculosis capitis. In some embodiments, the compositions comprise, at least, essential tea tree oil present in an amount of about 8-25 wt. %, essential peppermint oil in an amount of about 2-20 wt. %, essential lavender oil in an amount of about 1-25 wt. %, propylene glycol in an amount of about 10-50 wt. %, and SD alcohol 40B in an amount of about 20-80 wt. %. A system comprises the compositions used in combination with articles of manufacture, and more specifically hair accessories such as hairbands, hair ties, and other personal products treated with one or more compositions. A method comprises administering the system to a user.

Abstract: A multi-functional storage apparatus and system may comprise a storage unit such as a backpack, suitcase, briefcase, or other luggage item that is bodily integrated with a personal transportation device. A scooter embodiment may comprise a steering shaft terminating in a wheel and a first and a second wheeled foot plate configured to support and rollably transport the storage unit and, when optionally deployed, a user. An electrical power source may deliver electrical power to one or more mobile electronic devices transported by a user and may be integrated with the body of the apparatus as well.

Abstract: A multi-functional storage apparatus and system may comprise a storage unit such as a backpack, suitcase, briefcase, or other luggage item that is bodily integrated with a personal transportation device. A scooter embodiment may comprise a steering shaft terminating in a wheel and a first and a second wheeled foot plate configured to support and rollably transport the storage unit and, when optionally deployed, a user. An electrical power source may deliver electrical power to one or more mobile electronic devices transported by a user and may be integrated with the body of the apparatus as well.

Abstract: A vertebral spacer includes a body having a top side, a bottom side, a front side, and a rear side. The top side is configured to be positioned adjacent to a first vertebra and the bottom side is configured to be positioned against a second vertebra. First, second, third and fourth bores extend through the body. First and second compression fasteners disposable in the first and third bores, and first and second locking fasteners disposable in the second and fourth bores. The first compression fastener and the first locking fastener cooperate to apply and lock a first predetermined compression force between the body and the first vertebra. The second compression fastener and the second locking fastener cooperate to apply and lock a second predetermined compression force between the body and the second vertebra.

Abstract: A vertebral spacer includes a body having a top side, a bottom side, a front side, and a rear side. The top side is configured to be positioned adjacent to a first vertebra and the bottom side is configured to be positioned against a second vertebra. First, second, third and fourth bores extend through the body. First and second compression fasteners disposable in the first and third bores, and first and second locking fasteners disposable in the second and fourth bores. The first compression fastener and the first locking fastener cooperate to apply and lock a first predetermined compression force between the body and the first vertebra. The second compression fastener and the second locking fastener cooperate to apply and lock a second predetermined compression force between the body and the second vertebra.