Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus for supporting the head and neck of a user for airway management is disclosed, which comprises a top surface including at least one head-receiving portion configured and dimensioned for receiving and supporting a user's head, and at least one recess neck opening for supporting a user's neck when the user's head is received in the head-receiving portion. The apparatus further includes at least one chin support protruding above the top surface and configured for facilitating placing the user in a sniff position when the user's head is received in the head-receiving portion. The chin support can include a top surface segment and a lateral surface segment, where at least a portion of the lateral surface segment of the chin support extends from the top surface segment thereof to the at least one recess neck opening.

Abstract: Embodiments of an apparatus for supporting the neck and head of a user for airway management are described. The apparatus can include a base support section, which can rest on a supporting surface, a front side, two opposing sides and a back side with the base support section being dimensioned between about 25-26 inches in width, between about 16-17 inches in depth and about 6 inches in height with a separate and removable and replaceable head/neck support section.

Abstract: Embodiments of an apparatus for supporting the neck and head of a user for airway management are described. The apparatus can include a base support section, which can rest on a supporting surface, a front side, two opposing sides and a back side with the base support section being dimensioned between about 25-26 inches in width, between about 16-17 inches in depth and about 6 inches in height with a separate and removable and replaceable head/neck support section.

Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus for supporting the head and neck of a user for airway management is disclosed, which comprises a top surface including at least one head-receiving portion configured and dimensioned for receiving and supporting a user's head, and at least one recess neck opening for supporting a user's neck when the user's head is received in the head-receiving portion. The apparatus further includes at least one chin support protruding above the top surface and configured for facilitating placing the user in a sniff position when the user's head is received in the head-receiving portion. The chin support can include a top surface segment and a lateral surface segment, where at least a portion of the lateral surface segment of the chin support extends from the top surface segment thereof to the at least one recess neck opening.

Abstract: A limb support apparatus and corresponding methods for making same are disclosed. The limb support can comprise a shell for supporting a patient's limb during treatment, examination, and/or recovery. The shell can comprise at least one padding configured to protect the patient's limb. The padding can be secured to the shell using one or more mounting structures included in the padding. The mounting structures are configured such that they are received by corresponding mounting openings and/or features in the shell. An interference fit between the mounting structures and mounting openings/features secures the padding against the shell, thereby preventing the padding from inadvertently moving or sliding on the shell. Embodiments disclosed herein eliminate the need for traditionally used fasteners that are often difficult to clean and sterilize, thereby improving the quality of patient care and facilitating cleaning of patient and/or operating rooms.

Abstract: A limb support apparatus and corresponding methods for making same are disclosed. The limb support can comprise a shell for supporting a patient's limb during treatment, examination, and/or recovery. The shell can comprise at least one padding configured to protect the patient's limb. The padding can be secured to the shell using one or more mounting structures included in the padding. The mounting structures are configured such that they are received by corresponding mounting openings and/or features in the shell. An interference fit between the mounting structures and mounting openings/features secures the padding against the shell, thereby preventing the padding from inadvertently moving or sliding on the shell. Embodiments disclosed herein eliminate the need for traditionally used fasteners that are often difficult to clean and sterilize, thereby improving the quality of patient care and facilitating cleaning of patient and/or operating rooms.

Abstract: A chamber assembly is disclosed for holding an animal securely with minimal stress during claw trimming while providing the user access to the portion of the claw that is to be trimmed. In preferred embodiments, the chamber is adjustable to accommodate different sized animals. In certain embodiments, the chamber can be collapsed for storage or transport.

Abstract: Food processing devices with attached handles are disclosed. The handle may be locked to prohibit movement of the handle relative to the food processing device and unlocked to permit movement of the handle relative to the food processing device. The mechanism for unlocking the handle may include a cam-type arrangement. The handle may function as part of a safety system which controls actuation of a motor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anchoring stake that includes an elongate member having a longitudinal axis extending along its longitudinal length, the elongate member having a lower portion which is insertable into a ground environment and an upper portion which in use projects above the ground environment, and at least one anchor member attached to the lower portion of the elongate member. The anchor member is movable between an insertion position in which the length of the at least one anchor member is generally aligned with the longitudinal axis of the elongate member and an anchoring position in which the length of the at least one anchor member extends at an angle away from longitudinal axis of the elongate member.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration, and their use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. In particular methods methods are disclosed for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration or cell death by taking advantage of the involvement of presenilin (PS) and Par-4 in NF-?B activation.

Abstract: The present invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration, and their use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. In particular the invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration or cell death by taking advantage of the involvement of presenilin (PS) and Par-4 in NF-?B activation.

Abstract: The present invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration, and their use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. In particular the invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration or cell death by taking advantage of the involvement of presenilin (PS) and Par-4 in NF-&kgr;B activation.

Abstract: A stake for use with plants including: a foundation means for stabilizing the stake being locatable in a relatively fixed position near the plant; a foundation stem extending from the foundation means, at least a portion of the foundation stem being hollow; a holding means for holding the plant or a display object, the holding means being associated with the foundation stem and remote from the foundation means.

Abstract: A stake for use with plants including:

Abstract: The present invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration, and their use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. In particular the invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration or cell death by taking advantage of the involvement of presenilin (PS) and Par-4 in NF-&kgr;B activation.

Abstract: Aqueous phenolic resole dispersions are disclosed. The dispersions are produced in the presence of certain hydroxyalkylated gums, such as hydroxyalkylated guar gum, as interfacial agents.

Abstract: Aqueous phenolic resole dispersions are disclosed. The dispersions are produced in the presence of gum ghatti and a thickening agent. The dispersions of the invention contain phenolic resole particles that can be very small and uniform in size, thereby enhancing the utility of said dispersions in such end-use applications as coatings and adhesives.