Abstract: A system for delivery of a gas to a user has a single tubular nasal cavity component having only two terminal ends: a gas inlet and a gas outlet with a single gas flow path between. The component is configured for insertion into the nostril of a user and maintains the position without adhesive. The nasal cavity component includes a first portion having a first longitudinal axis along the single gas flow path. A proximal end of the first portion is flared outward for insertion into a nostril of a patient. A second portion has a second longitudinal axis, and a gas inlet end to receive gas from a gas supply. A distal end of the second portion intersects a distal end of the first portion in a bend portion, such that the first and second longitudinal axes intersect at an angle of between about 60 and about 80°.

Abstract: A system for delivery of a gas to a user has a single tubular nasal cavity component having only two terminal ends: a gas inlet and a gas outlet with a single gas flow path between. The component is configured for insertion into the nostril of a user and maintains the position without adhesive. The nasal cavity component includes a first portion having a first longitudinal axis along the single gas flow path. A proximal end of the first portion is flared outward for insertion into a nostril of a patient. A second portion has a second longitudinal axis, and a gas inlet end to receive gas from a gas supply. A distal end of the second portion intersects a distal end of the first portion in a bend portion, such that the first and second longitudinal axes intersect at an angle of between about 60 and about 80°.

Abstract: A gas delivery device (1 or 101 or 201) having a substantially U-shaped nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203) that fits inside the patient's nostril is in fluid communication with a tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) that extends from the nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203), across the patient's cheek, and over the patient's ear. The tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) has a flexible wire or flexible strap that is embedded (or otherwise inserted) within the wall (33 or 120 or 220) of the tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) for the purpose of supporting the integrity of the gas delivery device (1 or 101 or 201) in order to maintain the tubular nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203) in the patient's nostril. A stabilization patch (17 or 18 or 118) further secures the tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) to the cheek and/or behind the ear of the patient.

Abstract: A gas delivery device (1 or 101 or 201) having a substantially U-shaped nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203) that fits inside the patient's nostril is in fluid communication with a tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) that extends from the nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203), across the patient's cheek, and over the patient's ear. The tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) has a flexible wire or flexible strap that is embedded (or otherwise inserted) within the wall (33 or 120 or 220) of the tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) for the purpose of supporting the integrity of the gas delivery device (1 or 101 or 201) in order to maintain the tubular nasal cavity component (3 or 103 or 203) in the patient's nostril. A stabilization patch (17 or 18 or 118) further secures the tubular guidance-stabilization system (8 or 108) to the cheek and/or behind the ear of the patient.

Abstract: An oxygen delivery device (1) having a substantially U-shaped nasal cannula (3) with a formable tip (31) that fits inside the patient's nostril and extends around to an outer surface of the patient's nostril then toward the patient's eye or ear. The substantially U-shaped cannula has a first section of formable tubing (8) then extends from the U-shaped cannula across the patient's cheek around the side of the face and over the patient's ear. A second section of formable tubing (10) extends over the ear and a coiled section of tubing then extends downward to the patient's shoulder where a clip (15) located near the coiled section of flexible tubing may be used to attach the coiled section of flexible tubing to the patient's clothing. A stabilization patch (17 or 18) further secures the tubing to the cheek and/or behind the ear of the patient.

Abstract: According to this invention, allergenicity in an indoor space is reduced by denaturing allergens in allergen reservoirs that are capable of producing respiratory or skin reactions and physically removing the allergens from the allergen reservoirs in the indoor space. The allergen reservoirs may also be treated with pesticides and fungicides/fungistats to prevent reinfestation of house dust mites, molds and cockroaches.

Abstract: According to this invention, allergenicity in an indoor space is reduced by denaturing allergens in allergen reservoirs that are capable of producing respiratory or skin reactions and physically removing the allergens from the allergen reservoirs in the indoor space. The allergen reservoirs may also be treated with pesticides and fungicides/fungistats to prevent reinfestation of house dust mites, molds and cockroaches.

Abstract: According to this invention, allergenicity in an indoor space is reduced by denaturing allergens in allergen reservoirs that are capable of producing respiratory or skin reactions and physically removing the allergens from the allergen reservoirs in the indoor space. The allergen reservoirs may also be treated with pesticides and fungicides/fungistats to prevent reinfestation of house dust mites, molds and cockroaches.

Abstract: According to this invention, allergenicity is reduced by combining the step of cleaning textiles in situ, to physically removing allergens with at least one of the following steps:

Abstract: Pubovaginal appliances for the collection of urine from women suffering from incontinence includes a pad configured to engage the pubic region. A bifurcated support body extends posteriorly along the contour of the perineum and terminates in a pair of flexible rods which are bent or carried anteriorly and which diverge caudally. Each rod carries a cylinder or insert proportioned to be received together in the vaginal cavity and are biased by the rods toward the pad to provide a self-holding force for the appliance between the pubis and vagina. A urine deflecting hood and collection cup are carried on the body at the opening formed by the bifurcation, and the hood is urged into contact with the wearer. Two embodiments are described. One has a funnel adopted for connection to a collection bag and the other has an access door for insertion and removal of absorbent material.

Abstract: A sling arrangement is disclosed for supporting a patient in a relaxed position in the tank of a hydrotherapeutic or whirlpool bath to eliminate the need for the patient to hang onto the sides of the tank. A mesh body supporting hammock is formed of a generally rectangular shape, with the corners extended somewhat to form reinforced pockets. Front and rear stirrup pairs include supporting loops which are received within the pockets, the stirrup pairs being slidably mounted along the rim of the tank, including a forward stirrup pair which supports the forward edge of the hammock below the rim of the tank and a rearward stirrup pair which supports the back of the hammock in an elevated or somewhat upright position above the rim of the tank, so that the patient may be received in the hammock in a relaxed or semi-reclined position. The hammock also includes provision for supporting the neck and head region of the patient, permitting these muscles to be relaxed as well.

Abstract: An adhesive face patch for the support of an oxygen tube for the purpose of supplying supplemental oxygen to a patient includes a body formed generally in the shape of a three-leaf clover with petals which are bendable with respect to each other at a central section to conform to a patient's cheek contour at the maxillary prominence, includes tube-receiving pedestals or posts formed in pairs on lateral petals to receive an oxygen tube and to cause the tube be held in a curved state to redirect the tube to or toward the nostril, and a center pedestal over which the tube may be looped after adjusting for comfort, so that the oxygen tube may have a slight upward thrust to assist in supporting the nasal insert and retaining the same in place.

Abstract: A nosepiece for the administration of supplemental oxygen to a patient through a nasal cavity includes a hollow stem which has one end adapted for the application of oxygen thereto and which has a remote end adapted to be received within a nostril of a patient. A plurality of flexible locating fingers integrally extend from the remote end and are folded back to an outer surface of the stem and are retained in an adjusted position on the stem by an encircling O-ring. The effective width of the nosepiece may be adjusted by sliding the O-ring along the stem to cause the fingers to either lie flatter or bow outwardly from the stem to provide comfort in the retention of the nosepiece within the nasal cavity.

Abstract: A system for supplying supplemental oxygen to a patient includes a nosepiece and an oxygen tube holder. The nosepiece has a conical section with a truncated tip and a flexible annular skirt and is formed with a primary axial oxygen passageway and a pair of lateral secondary oxygen passages which lead from the primary passageway to outlets on the conical surface. Optionally, an additional pair of passageways lead through the nosepiece from a position outwardly of the skirt into the axial passageway. In alternative forms, the nosepiece has a tear-away skirt portion to permit the diameter to be changed to accommodate the individual, and has external air passageways formed as recesses on the conical surface. The tube holder is arcuate and is adapted to be mounted on an EKG electrode-type patch on a cheek prominence and supports an oxygen delivery tube to the nosepiece. The electrode post is received within a curved slot formed in the holder base.

Abstract: A system for applying a controlled atmosphere for breathing by a patient, in the treatment of croup or the like, includes a head piece which has a portion extending over the temple, a portion extending over the top of the head in the form of adjustable straps, and an elastic strap extending behind the head. A front support frame is connected to the head piece, and a U-shaped flexible gas delivery tube is supported on the frame. Nebulized oxygen enriched fog may be delivered from a nebulizer to the tube and emitted through orifices formed on an inside surface of the tube, at the ascending portions near the corners of the horizontal bottom portion, to form streams which are directed toward each other and which coalesce at a region in front of the face and mouth of the patient, for breathing by the patient. The support frame is pivotally mounted on the headgear so that it may be moved from its normal lowered position to a raised position to move the delivery tube out of the patient's way for eating and drinking.

Abstract: A posterior nasal pack has a pair of adjoining inflatable bags sharing a common wall. A U-shaped channel adapted partially to surround the posterior edge of the septum is formed by the anterior walls of the bags which walls join in a common wall at the base of the channel. The bag exterior surfaces are covered with a foamed elastomer molded to conform generally to the bony protuberances and recesses located in the posterior portion of the nasal cavity. Two flexible tubes, each attached in fluid connection with a respective bag and extending forwardly therefrom for applying a source of fluid pressure to the bags. A string attached to the posterior end of the pack aids in its removal after bleeding has been stopped.The pack is positioned in the nasal cavity by attaching it to a pair of catheters which have been inserted into a patient's nostrils, passed through the nasopharynx, and out through the patient's mouth.

Abstract: A non-weight bearing above-the-knee cast comprises a rigid posterior shell extending from the mid-thigh over the back of the knee, throughout the lower leg and under the foot with the knee and the foot being held in positions of physiological rest with pliable sides and confining elements spaced throughout the entire length to retain the knee, leg and foot in immobilized position.

Abstract: A premolded walking cast available in a group of sizes, impervious to moisture, and adaptable to variability in swelling for use with fractures or sprains of the lower leg which is lightweight, easy and quick to apply and remove, which eliminates or reduces the need for crutches and which incorporates a removable walker portion.