Abstract: A device according to some embodiments may include an implantable flexible carrier and a pair of electrodes located on the carrier. The electrodes may be spaced from each other by a distance greater than 3 mm, and may be configured to cause, when supplied with an electrical signal, a unidirectional electric field sufficient to modulate at least one nerve.

Abstract: A method and system is described for ensuring a state of an active implantable medical device based on the presence and persistence of a magnetic field. The output of a magnetic field sensor is monitored. The active implantable medical device is maintained in a first state, for so long as the presence of a magnetic field is detected by the magnetic field sensor, until a first interval is surpassed. If the first interval is surpassed, then a determination is made as to whether a second interval has been surpassed. If it is determined that the second interval has not been surpassed, then the active implantable medical device is transitioned into a second state. If it is determined that the second interval has been surpassed, then it is ensured that the active implantable medical device is in a predetermined one of the first and second states.

Abstract: A method and implantable medical device for determining an atrial arrhythmia event that includes sensing a cardiac signal, determining an atrial arrhythmia score for identifying the arrhythmia event in response to the sensed cardiac signal, determining a sensing window in response to the sensed cardiac signal, the sensing window having a first portion and a second portion, determining signal characteristics of the sensed cardiac signal within the first portion and within the second portion, determining whether the sensed cardiac signal within the first portion and within the second portion corresponds to a P-wave in response to the determined signal characteristics, determining whether a signal to noise ratio of the sensed cardiac signal within the first portion and the second portion of the sensing window is satisfied, determining whether to update the arrhythmia score in response to the determined P-wave and the determined signal to noise ratio, and determining whether to delivery an arrhythmia therapy in r

Abstract: An implantable medical device for implantation in a recipient's body, the implantable medical device including first and second elongate leads electrically connected to first and second device components of the implantable medical device, respectively. The implantable medical device further includes a conductor connector electrically connecting a distal end of the first lead to a distal end of the second lead, and an impervious encasement insulating the conductor connector. The impervious encasement includes a sleeve circumferentially surrounding and spaced from the conductor connector and an insulative material filling the space between the conductor connector and the sleeve.

Abstract: A device for facilitating blood circulation by heat and electroshock and a method using thereof are provided. The device includes a host, one or more electroshock assembly, and two or more heat pads. The host has a control circuit to generate a direct current power. The electroshock assembly is electrically connected to the host and includes electroshock members as positive and negative electrodes. The electroshock members are attached to two opposite sides of a portion of a human body, so that the output current generated by the host is transmitted from the positive electrode, through the portion of the human body, to the negative electrode. The heat pads are covered on the outer surfaces of the electroshock members when the electroshock members are attached to the human body, so that the heat can be transmitted to the interior portion of the human body.

Abstract: In embodiments, a wearable cardiac defibrillator system includes an energy storage module configured to store a charge. Two electrodes can be configured to be applied to respective locations of a patient. One or more reservoirs can store one or more conductive fluids. Respective fluid deploying mechanisms can be configured to cause the fluids to be released from one or more of the reservoirs, which decreases the impedance at the patient location, and decreases discomfort for the patient. In some embodiments an impedance is sensed between the two electrodes, and the stored charge is delivered when the sensed impedance meets a discharge condition. In some embodiments, different fluids are released for different patient treatments. In some embodiments, fluid release is controlled to be in at least two doses, with an intervening pause.

Abstract: Technologies are disclosed herein for a low impedance detection system. The detection system includes an electrical insulation and an impedance measurement device. The impedance measurement device can be used to test the impedance of the system when the barrier is placed between the user of the barrier and a source of electrical power. In a defibrillation system, a rescuer can place the barrier over the patient. An electrical power source can deliver electrical shocks to the patient. The impedance measurement device can monitor impedances of the system across various frequencies to detect electrical conditions that might be harmful to the rescuer.

Abstract: An external defibrillator estimates the phase of ventricular defibrillation (VF) by deriving, from an ECG exhibiting VF, at least one quality marker representing the morphology of the ECG and, therefore, the duration of the VF. The duration of the VF is calculated as a function of the value (s) of the quality marker (s). The quality marker (s) may comprise any one or more of the median slope of the ECG, the average slope of the ECG, the ratio of the power in relatively high and low frequency bands of the ECG, and a measure of the density and amplitude of peaks in the ECG, over a predetermined period.

Abstract: The implantable cardiac treatment system of the present invention is capable of choosing the most appropriate electrode vector to sense within a particular patient. In certain embodiments, the implantable cardiac treatment system determines the most appropriate electrode vector for continuous sensing based on which electrode vector results in the greatest signal amplitude, or some other useful metric such as signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). The electrode vector possessing the highest quality as measured using the metric is then set as the default electrode vector for sensing. Additionally, in certain embodiments of the present invention, a next alternative electrode vector is selected based on being generally orthogonal to the default electrode vector. In yet other embodiments of the present invention, the next alternative electrode vector is selected based on possessing the next highest quality metric after the default electrode vector.

Abstract: A system for artificial stimulation of the heart of a subject comprises a controller comprising a receiver for receiving signal data, a processor for processing received signal data, and a transmitter for transmitting signal data; a sensing stent for location in the proximal coronary sinus of the subject and comprising a sensing electrode assembly for sensing atrial and/or ventricular signals from the heart of the subject and a transmitter for transmitting signal data to the receiver; a stimulation stent for location in a vein of the subject distal of the sensing stent and comprising a receiver for receiving signal data from the transmitter and an electrode assembly for providing a stimulating electrical signal to the heart in response to the data received; and a defibrillator assembly for providing stimulation to the heart sufficient to defibrillate the heart in response to a signal received from the controller assembly.

Abstract: This document discusses, among other things, a modular antitachyarrhythmia therapy system. In an example, a modular antitachyarrhythmia system includes at least two separate modules that coordinate delivery an antitachyarrhythmia therapy, such as defibrillation therapy. In another example, a modular antitachyarrhythmia therapy system includes a sensing module, an analysis module, and a therapy module.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for signal analysis in an implanted cardiac monitoring and treatment device such as an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. In illustrative examples, captured data including detected events is analyzed to identify likely overdetection of cardiac events. In some illustrative examples, when overdetection is identified, data may be modified to correct for overdetection, to reduce the impact of overdetection, or to ignore overdetected data. New methods for organizing the use of morphology and rate analysis in an overall architecture for rhythm classification and cardiac signal analysis are also discussed.

Abstract: A device for treating a body surface of a living body by means of a dielectric barrier discharge plasma, with a planar, flexible dielectric (4) by which an electrode (1) attached to a high voltage source (3) is screened off from the body surface and which is suitable for placing on the body surface, functioning as counter-electrode, and is designed with a structured surface (7) which provides a gas space for the plasma discharge between dielectric (4) and body surface, which device permits the conduct of plasma treatment and the delivery of curative or healing substances without a change of the position of the device, by virtue of the fact that a layer (11) composed of a solid, open-pore matrix of a curative or healing material is arranged on the surface (7) of the dielectric (4).

Abstract: A device for treating a pathology-affected site in a subject is disclosed. A first generator is configured for generating a first flux of ionized gas molecules, a second generator is operable simultaneously with the first generator and configured for generating a second flux of electromagnetic radiation. To ensure correct treatment, monitoring, documentation and enhanced analysis of the treatment, the device has computerized control means configured to be operable simultaneously with the first and second generators and configured to determine a net electrical charge of the subject while the first generator generates the first flux of ionised gas molecules and while the second generator generates the second flux of electromagnetic radiation. Also a client server computer network including the device is disclosed.

Abstract: A system for treating neurological conditions by low-frequency time varying electrical stimulation includes an electrical device for applying such low-frequency energy, in a range below approximately 10 Hz, to the patient's brain tissue. An implantable embodiment applies direct electrical stimulation to electrodes implanted in or on the patient's brain, while a non-invasive embodiment causes a magnetic field to induce electrical currents in the patient's brain.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for minimally-invasive selective fat removal from a target area by injecting the area with a solution of photo-absorbing nanoparticles and irradiating the injected area with a beam of near infrared (NIR) light. The NIR emission wavelength excites the nanoparticles to melt fat within the target area so that the liquefied fat can be aspirated from the target area. The nanoparticles may be gold nanorods having aspect ratios selected to produce surface plasmon resonance when irradiated with NIR light around 800 nm.

Abstract: A crosslinking control system, the use of the crosslinking control system, a laser system comprising the crosslinking control system, a crosslinking control method and a method for laser treatment are provided. The crosslinking control system comprises a photosensitizer providing unit, a light source configured to provide light having a wavelength suitable to activate the photosensitizer introduced into or applied onto the tissue for crosslinking, and a control computer.

Abstract: Methods and devices related to wound healing using phototherapy are described. Some embodiments provide an organic light-emitting diode device, such as a light-emitting device for phototherapy, comprising Ring System 1, Ring System 2, Ring System 3, Ring System 4 or Ring System 5.

Abstract: Methods are provided for permitting manipulation of an achievable dose distribution estimate deliverable by a radiation delivery apparatus for proposed treatment of a subject. One such method comprises: determining a dose modification voxel for which it is desired to modify the dose value and a corresponding magnitude of desired dose modification; for each of a plurality of beams: (i) characterizing the beam as a two-dimensional array of beamlets, wherein each beamlet is associated with a corresponding intensity value and a ray line representing the projection of the beamlet into space; and (ii) identifying one or more dose-change beamlets which have associated ray lines that intersect the dose modification voxel; modifying the intensity values of at least one of the dose-change beamlets; and updating the achievable dose distribution estimate to account for the modified intensity values of the at least one of the dose-change beamlets.

Abstract: There is presented a method 100 and apparatus 200 to measure the surface of the patient (thorax and abdominal regions), e.g., during therapy delivery and (if necessary) while imaging. Together with biomechanical considerations the position of internal structures of the patient, such as an organ, and optionally a tumor in an organ, is inferred from the measured patient surface. In case the patient breaths and thus the organ and/or tumor moves, the position may be determined, which may be advantageous during, e.g., radiation therapy, since it enables that whenever the tumor is at the right position according to the radiation therapy plan, the radiation is switched on. In a specific embodiment, a finite element model is employed.

Abstract: This is a new technique of producing high energy X-rays for radiation therapy at a patient's level. The dose delivery system uses a linear accelerator with no flattening filter. The technique improves patient radiation therapy by reducing radiation scattered to surrounding normal tissue and reducing electron contamination. It increases dose rate to shorten treatment time. The flattening filter reduces the efficiency of the beam by reducing the fluence and increasing scattered radiation. This technique involves removal of the flattening filter. It uses inverse planning to shape the dose distribution.

Abstract: Provided is a treating apparatus including an ion generating apparatus configured to inject ionized elements into a diagnosis subject to remove a tumor in the diagnosis subject, and an image photographing apparatus configured to measure positions of the ionized elements in the diagnosis subject. The ion generating apparatus includes a target including a first element and a first isotope that is a radioactive isotope of the first element, and a laser configured to allow a laser beam to be incident on the target and thus ionize the first element and the first isotope.

Abstract: A pancreatic beta cell stimulation system for stimulating release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells can include an ultrasonic transducer configured to be acoustically coupled to a body of a user; and an ultrasound controller configured to be in communication with the ultrasonic transducer so as to provide control signals to the ultrasonic transducer during operation. The ultrasound controller can be further configured to generate the control signals based on a planned amount of stimulation of pancreatic beta cells within the body of the user such that the control signals instruct the ultrasonic transducer to transmit ultrasound waves having selected intensity and frequency calculated to cause stimulation of the pancreatic beta cells.

Abstract: A system for providing focused ultrasound may include a focused ultrasound probe including at least one transducer. At least one variable volume fluid bladder may be positioned between at least a portion of the transducer and tissue to be treated. The system may further include a reservoir containing fluid and a first pump operatively connected to the bladder and the reservoir. The first pump may be configured to move fluid into the bladder. A second pump may be operatively connected to the bladder and the reservoir. The second pump may be configured to move fluid out of the bladder.

Abstract: A fan filter device (50) for a respirator (1) includes an air inlet (54) for unfiltered air and an air outlet (56) for the discharge of filtered air. A fan unit (60), for aspirating air through the air inlet, includes a fan motor (62) and a fan sensor (64). The fan sensor is designed for detecting at least one operating parameter of the fan motor. The fan filter device further includes a filter unit (31) for receiving a filter (30) for filtering the aspirated air and an air flow sensor (58) for detecting at least one flow parameter of the filtered air flowing through the air outlet. A control unit (66) is configured to monitor the fan motor as a function of the at least one flow parameter and the at least one operating parameter. A respirator and method for operating such a fan filter device are also provided.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) includes a back plate defining a plurality of apertures therethrough arranged in first and second columns. The apertures in the columns are sized and spaced to receive corresponding first and second mounting straps woven therethrough that are configured to extend around webbing straps of a carrying jacket to fasten the back plate to the carrying jacket. The back plate includes a first press stud associated with the first column and a second press stud associated with the second column, which are configured to engage ends of the respective first and second mounting straps to releasably secure the mounting straps to the back plate. A tank securing strap on the back plate releasably fastens a supply tank to the back plate. A valve retaining mount on the back plate releasably secures an air supply valve for engagement with the supply tank.

Abstract: [Object of the Invention] An object of the present invention is to provide a breathing apparatus comprising a face piece for covering the whole face or part of the face provided with a hole at each side portion, a motor fan for supplying the face piece with external air, a pressure sensor for monitoring internal pressure of the face piece, a controller for controlling the operation of the motor fan based on a detection signal from the pressure sensor, a filter for purifying the external air supplied to the face piece, and an inhale valve and an exhale valve, wherein filter consumption is minimized.

Abstract: A harness system for harnessing a user to a suspension device. The harness comprises a strap system having a plurality of straps configured and operable to connect the suspension device to a back region of the harness, each strap having a back end portion at said back region and connectable to the suspension device, and a front end portion located in a front side of the harness. The straps extend from the back region to the front side of the harness and wrap around all sides of a torso of said user. A single connector assembly is used for quick connection of front end portions of at least some of the straps at the front side of the harness in a single interlocking operation, thereby to secure the harness to the user.

Abstract: An easy to assemble anti-dropping device includes a supporting rack which has a chamber and is installed a central axle crossing the chamber which is for placing a circle of a rotary drum circled by a rescue cord, a rotor installed a bias rotary member, and a turbination spring, and has the central axle pass through the rotary drum and the central opening of the rotor, is characterized in that the supporting rack is formed from a upright board having a first hole, a lateral board extended from top side of the upright board, and a breaking frame detachably installed on the free end of the lateral board, wherein the breaking frame has a foramen for the bias rotary member to buckle in by instantaneous rotary acceleration and a covering board opposite the upright board and sealed off on the outer side of the foramen, wherein the covering board has a second hole which matches with the first hole, so as to allow the first hole of the upright board or the second hole of the breaking frame to separately let the centr

Abstract: According to some embodiments, a fireproofing system for protecting an elongate member, comprising at least one inner layer configured to at least partially wrap around itself to form an inner passage, the at least one inner layer configured to generally resist heat, and an outer shell or member defining an interior opening, wherein the first layer is configured to be positioned within the interior opening of the outer shell or outer member, wherein an elongate member is configured to pass through the inner passage.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed towards fire blocking apparatuses. A fire blocking apparatus for a solar panel is mounted to an underlying mounting surface. The fire blocking apparatus includes a panel support structure sized and shaped to be mounted between a solar panel and the mounting surface thereby supporting and creating a gap between at least a portion of the solar panel and the mounting surface, where at least a portion of the panel support structure comprises a heat or fire sensitive material configured to melt, deform, or warp at a predetermined temperature such that when the structure is mounted between the solar panel and the mounting surface and heated at or above the predetermined temperature, the panel support structure collapses to reduce the gap between the at least a portion of the solar panel and the mounting surface.

Abstract: Fire protection system and methods for a cooking appliance located in a hazard zone includes a firefighting supply and one or more nozzles coupled to the supply for generating a spray pattern to address a fire in the hazard zone. The system includes a preferred nozzle location zone to locate the nozzle outlet at a nozzle height from the hazard zone. The nozzle location zone has a first linear edge and a second linear edge spaced from the first linear edge with each of the first and second linear edges being parallel to the hazard zone. The second linear edge defines a minimum nozzle height and the first linear edge defines a maximum nozzle height. The maximum nozzle height ranges from sixty inches (60 in.) to sixty-eight inches (68 in.) from the hazard.

Abstract: The system includes a pod suspended beneath the aircraft and above a water fillable and emptyable bucket. Polymer gel emulsion preparation equipment is included at the bucket. The pod includes an elongate shaft for carrying structural loads between a cable extending down from the aircraft and the bucket. The pod also includes a polymer gel tank. A polymer gel pump delivers polymer gel to the polymer gel emulsion preparation equipment within the bucket when required. The pod is configured to include a pathway for routing of various lines from the aircraft down to the bucket, and past the polymer gel tank. Sub-systems for filling the polymer gel tank and for equalizing pressure within the polymer gel tank are also included with the pod, so that the pod provides a modular polymer gel storage for use with polymer gel emulsion preparation equipment within a bucket suspended beneath the aircraft.

Abstract: A fire suppression apparatus for fighting fires from a vehicle configured for flight is disclosed, comprising a foam and water held in separate containers aboard the vehicle that when mixed forms a fire retardant, a pump driven by an electric motor to pressurize the fire retardant, the pump including an air induction valve where air is drawn into a suction end of the pump and pressurized together with the fire retardant, and an aimable boom connected to the pump by a conduit, the boom including a nozzle on a distal end of the boom from which the pressurized fire retardant and air is dispensed toward a target.

Abstract: The present invention especially relates to a fire protection system (1) with a wetting system (23) which is designed and equipped for the wetting of a predetermined extinguishing volume (11) with extinguishing water, wherein the wetting system (23) is designed and equipped in such a way that in a pure water-gas extinguishing measure within a defined operating envelope the concentration of extinguishing gas in the extinguishing volume remains below the extinguishing concentration.

Abstract: A multi-functional exercise equipment. The multi-functional exercise equipment may allow a user to perform various exercises and may comprise: one or more wall tracks, slide plate, floor tracks, and base plate. The wall tracks may be mounted on a substantially flat surface, and the slide plate may slidably engage with the wall tracks. The floor tracks may be mounted on a second substantially flat surface, and the base plate may be configured to slidably engage with the floor tracks. Attachment points may be provided onto various parts of the multi-functional exercise equipment to allow the user to connect pieces of stabilization equipment for performing various exercises.

Abstract: A portable full body exercise device is described. The device can be affixed inside a door jamb from either end to perform a variety of exercises and can also be used to exercise free of a door on a chair, bed, or mat. This versatile device is comprised of a handle at one end, an elastic membrane (middle portion), and a double loop/door attachment end. The design of the device allows the resistance of the elastic membrane to be altered from both ends, allowing more or less resistance to be achieved by altering the elastic membrane's overall length.

Abstract: An exercise device which includes a first and second lever pivotally attached to a frame and pivotally interconnected by a connecting rod. A first arm is pivotally connected to the frame and a second arm is pivotally connected to the ends of the first arm and the second lever opposite the ends connected to the frame. The second arm includes a seat for the user, whose body weight provides a resistance to rotation of the free end of the first lever. In one embodiment a slide assembly is engaged with the second lever to selectively vary the resistance to rotation of the first lever.

Abstract: A weightlifting frame includes a base, and first and second rigid frame members defining respective vertically-oriented channels. A weightlifting bar includes first and second terminal sections, a middle section, first and second plate abutments fixed to the weightlifting bar, and first and second frame abutments fixed to the bar. First and second bar spaces are respectively defined by first and second plate and frame abutments. The bar engages the frame with the first frame member disposed between the first frame abutment and the first plate abutment, and with the second frame member disposed between the second frame abutment and the second plate abutment, such that the first and second frame abutments abut the first and second frame members when the bar reaches a predetermined angle from horizontal.

Abstract: A new weight for exercise and physical fitness is disclosed. The invention combines a kettlebell with the dumbbell, so a user can gain the swinging, aerobic benefits of a kettlebell and at the same time utilize the invention as a traditional dumbbell.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a base, a rail, a swinging chair, and a swinging unit. The rail is pivotally disposed at the base by at least one pivoting point. The swinging chair is movably disposed on the rail. The swinging unit is disposed between the rail and the base. The swinging unit is for changing an angle between the rail and the base.

Abstract: The embodiments herein provide a portable hamstring stretcher for stretching hamstring muscles and inner thigh muscles. The portable hamstring stretcher comprises a primary board, a secondary board (leg pieces), a plurality of hinges, a chain, a plurality of ratchet straps, a ratchet, a plurality of hinges, and a plurality of adjustable straps. A user lies down on the primary board and wraps his legs using the adjustable straps on the secondary board to exercise the hamstring muscles.

Abstract: A collapsible lower body fitness apparatus is disclosed, providing enhanced gluteal muscle engagement, body stability, and range of motion. The apparatus includes a base, a frame, a line-swiveling assembly, and a gripping device that is horizontally displaced from the line-swiveling assembly's swivel axis, allowing a user to stabilize themselves in tripod posture during exercise. Thus a user can perform full range of motion for any combination of hip extension and hip abduction under resistance transmitted by a line, all from a central standing position that substantially straddles the swivel axis. This functional framework of elements can be realized through a variety of possible embodiments. While the frame provides space for leaning during exercise, it may otherwise vary in structural design. In all cases, the frame can be collapsed into a stowable position that is substantially parallel with and adjacent to the base, thereby rendering the apparatus portable and stowable.

Abstract: A system and a method to record exercise data automatically are provided. The system includes an identification device, an image capturing module, a database, and a management module electrically connected to the database. In operation, the image capturing module captures a signal source of the identification device, and tracks an object equipped with the identification device correspondingly so as to achieve an effect of recording automatically. Therefore, the interest, interaction and broadcasting effects of static or dynamic images of sport activities such as a sport game are improved.

Abstract: A motion analysis device includes a data analysis section adapted to generate analysis data related to a hit surface of a sporting device using an output of an inertial sensor, and a score analysis section adapted to weight the analysis data from the data analysis section to score the evaluation of a hit direction. The data analysis section generates the analysis data including at least two of a first deviation angle formed at impact between the hit surface and a virtual vertical plane to a hit target direction, a second deviation angle formed between the hit surface at the impact and a virtual vertical plane to a tangential direction at the impact touching a trajectory of the hit surface, and a deviation amount of a hit position at the impact from a virtual reference position set on the hit surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a group monitoring device for monitoring a plurality of individuals engaged in an athletic activity, the device including a display configured to display, during an athletic activity: a metric relating to each of a plurality of individuals engaged in the athletic activity, and a status of a system component used to monitor the athletic activity. The group monitoring device may also include an input configured to allow manipulation of the display.

Abstract: A bicycle trainer for mounting a bicycle includes a roller for engaging the rear wheel of the bicycle, and a motor controlled by an electrouros unit and providing driving and braking forces to the roller. The bicycle trainer is used in a method for comparative home training.

Abstract: A control lever device is adapted to be mounted on an exercise machine, and includes at least one control lever unit. The control lever unit has a frame seat adapted to be disposed on a handle unit of the exercise machine, a shaft, at least one sensor disposed on the frame seat, a control lever, and a resilient member mounted on the frame seat. The control lever has a seat-connecting portion pivoted on the shaft, a trigger portion adjacent to the sensor, and a lever portion turnable to actuate pivotal movement of the control lever so that the sensor is triggered by the trigger portion to generate a control signal. The resilient member resiliently positions the trigger portion to retain a constant distance from the sensor.

Abstract: An aerial projectile resting on a flat hard floor is hit two consecutive times with a stick, the first hit made in a vertical swing to one of the projectile's ends propels it upward and in mid air and perpendicularly to the floor, spinning on its larger axis; the second hit made in a waist-high horizontal baseball-like swing, making the projectile travel through the air in a trajectory horizontal to the floor and landing on the floor far from its original rest position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a golf ball comprising a cover prepared from an ionomer composition comprising a high acid ionomer comprising about 15 to about 30 weight % of copolymerized units of a C3-8 ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid and about 3 to about 13 weight % of copolymerized units of vinyl acetate, alkyl acrylate or alkyl methacrylate.