Abstract: This invention provides an adhesive strip with non-adhesive band for preventing or reducing opening of a user's mouth.

Abstract: The present invention is a dental oral appliance to open the airway for a sleeping individual who suffers with snoring or obstructive sleep apnea. The appliance includes a base to secure the appliance within the mouth for the individual. Typically, the base will fit over and secure to the lower teeth of the individual. The appliance also includes a tongue restraining device connected to the base. The tongue restraining device has a substantial breach formed therein to permit movement of the tongue so that the user can more easily swallow saliva. A ramp might also be attached to the anterior portion of the base to advance the mandible.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an apparatus for improved breathing is provided. The apparatus may include an improved oral appliance, an improved mask, an improved coupler to couple an oral appliance to a mask, and/or a combination of these improvements.

Abstract: A thermal bag (10) for protecting a newborn (100) against hypothermia includes at least one insertion opening (20) for inserting the body (110) of the newborn (100) into an interior space (30) of the thermal bag (10). The interior space (30) is surrounded by a bag wall (40) blocking water vapor. The bag wall (40) has a sensor device (50) for determining at least one vital function of the newborn (100).

Abstract: A device comprised of three sections, two outer cheek plates and a single inner guard molded into a single unit. The two cheek plates each house a reservoir chamber containing a coolant, and are molded to match the specific shape and contour of the inner cheek area. The inner guard provides insulation and contours to the teeth and gums.

Abstract: An ophthalmic surgical system can include a light source configured to generate a light beam and a filter wheel disposed between the light source and an intraocular illumination device. The filter wheel can include an unfiltered area, a first filtered area, and a second filtered area. The first and second filtered areas can limit transmission of certain wavelengths of the light beam to the intraocular illumination device. The system can include an actuator configured to selectively move the filter wheel to cause the light beam to pass through the unfiltered area, the first filtered area, and/or the second filtered area. The system can include a computing device configured to provide a control signal to the actuator. The computing device can be configured to provide a control signal to the actuator based on a beam location, a beam composition, an exposure time, and/or a limited visibility condition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ophthalmic treatment device and a control method improved so as to minimize the treatment time. The ophthalmic treatment device comprise a beam-generating unit for generating a therapeutic beam, a beam-delivery unit for guiding the therapeutic beam to an eyeball, an image unit generating an image of an eyeball to be treated and displaying the image of the eyeball, a pattern unit allowing a predetermined pattern shape to overlie a diseased image area in the image of the eyeball, and an input unit which selects an irradiation position for the therapeutic beam by applying an input signal in such a way as to selectively set a pattern shape overlying either the inside of the diseased portion or the outside of the diseased portion, based on a disease image outline profile.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for measuring an optical penetration that is triggered in a tissue underneath the tissue surface by means of therapeutic laser radiation which a laser-surgical device concentrates in a treatment focus located in said tissue. The inventive device is provided with a detection beam path comprising a lens system which couples radiation emanating from the tissue underneath the tissue surface into the detection beam path. A detector device generating a detection signal which indicates the spatial dimension and/or position of the optical penetration in the tissue is arranged downstream of the detection beam path.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for measuring an optical penetration that is triggered in a tissue underneath the tissue surface by means of therapeutic laser radiation which a laser-surgical device concentrates in a treatment focus located in said tissue. The inventive device is provided with a detection beam path comprising a lens system which couples radiation emanating from the tissue underneath the tissue surface into the detection beam path. A detector device generating a detection signal which indicates the spatial dimension and/or position of the optical penetration in the tissue is arranged downstream of the detection beam path.

Abstract: An intraocular shunt can be placed into a human eye using a hollow shaft having a distal tip with a bevel. The hollow shaft can be advanced through the anterior chamber while the hollow shaft holds the intraocular shunt. The distal tip can penetrate the sclera until the bevel is positioned distal to a superficial wall of the sclera. The shunt can be advanced at least partially from the hollow shaft into a drainage space of lower pressure than the anterior chamber. The hollow shaft can be withdrawn from the eye, leaving the shunt extending from the anterior chamber completely through the sclera to the drainage space.

Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and methods for treating tissue abnormalities are disclosed. The tissue may be visualized for determining a presence of one or more abnormalities contained therein. Imaging data obtained by visualization may be used to determine the presence of one or more abnormalities. Each of the detected abnormalities may be identified and a treatment plan developed for treating the abnormalities. Treatment may be delivered to the abnormalities according to the treatment plan.

Abstract: An insertion system includes a handle assembly and a nose assembly removably attached to the handle assembly and including an insertion end. The handle assembly includes a main body, a nose interface and an actuating element. The nose assembly includes a nose, a positioning rod extending from the nose to a distal end, a cutting sheath surrounding a distal end of the positioning rod and including a cutting edge, an actuation member having a proximal end coupled to the actuating element when the nose assembly is attached to the handle assembly and a distal end attached to the cutting sheath, a ventilation tube positioned distal to the distal end of the positioning rod and proximal to the insertion end. The cutting sheath retracts from around the ventilation tube and along the positioning rod when the actuating element on the handle assembly is moved.

Abstract: A wound dressing includes a first top surface, a first bottom surface, an absorbent core comprising a second top surface, a second bottom surface, a super absorbent substance and a cover, wherein the absorbent core is enclosed by the cover, and an application aid comprising a pressure sensitive glue, wherein the pressure sensitive glue extends on an outer surface of the cover facing towards a wound when the wound dressing is in use, wherein a total surface covered by the pressure sensitive glue is smaller than the second bottom surface of the absorbent core.

Abstract: Disposable absorbent articles having color effects and materials thereof are disclosed. Disposable absorbent articles include a topsheet; a backsheet; an absorbent core between the topsheet and the backsheet; and a layer between the absorbent core and the topsheet. The topsheet has a generally planar first surface having a plurality of out-of-plane features and a first color. The layer has a second color. And, the plurality of out-of-plane features have a feature color different than the first color and the second color.

Abstract: A structured film of a semi-crystalline polyolefin and a beta-nucleating agent is disclosed. The structured film has a backing and upstanding posts attached to the backing. At least a portion of the film typically includes beta-spherulites. In some embodiments, the backing is microporous while the upstanding posts have lower porosity. A method of making a structured film is also disclosed. The method includes extruding a melt of a polyolefin and a beta-nucleating agent in the presence of a tool to provide the structured film having upstanding posts on a backing and cooling at least a portion of the structured film to a temperature sufficient to form beta-spherulites. In some embodiments, the method further includes stretching the structured film containing beta-spherulites to provide micropores in the backing.

Abstract: The absorbent menstrual cup solves the problem of spillage while removing a menstrual cup by combining a flexible menstrual cup with a non-removable absorbent layer.

Abstract: A surgical gauze is described, comprising a first layer of absorbent fabric, a second layer of waterproof fabric and a third layer of absorbent fabric. Said second layer is interposed between said first layer and third layer. Said first absorbent layer is on top of the second waterproof layer and is removable from a surgical site to combine the haemostatic, landmark surgery and counting function.

Abstract: A wetness notification system includes a detecting unit (2), a clip unit (3), a receiver unit (4), and a sampling unit (5). The detecting unit (2) includes a sleeve body (21), amounting seat (29), a moisture detector (22), a casing (23), a processor (24), a wireless transmitter (25), and a battery (26). The sampling unit (5) includes a substrate (51) and at least one sampling element (52). The substrate (51) is made of flexible material and removably attached to the mounting seat (29). The sampling element (52) is disposed on the substrate (51) for contacting and sampling the urine within the clothing article (7) for urinalysis.

Abstract: A disposable urine trap in the form of a foldable pad that envelops the male genitalia and closes around the organ to form a barrier that prevents urine from escaping the trap. The pad includes an asymmetric pair of wings that are separated by a gap and attached to the main body of the pad. The first wing is preferably trapezoidal and a second wing having an extending distal edge.

Abstract: An infant or adult diaper is disclosed. The diaper may have a pair of longitudinally extending elastic cuffs and a barrier element between the cuffs, which divides front and back portions of the diaper and may include a wall element and bridge element, the wall element extending essentially perpendicular to the topsheet and defining a rearward barrier plane, the bridge element comprising an element which is positioned rearward of the rearward barrier plane.

Abstract: An infant or adult diaper is disclosed. The diaper may have a pair of longitudinally extending elastic cuffs and a barrier element between the cuffs, which divides front and back portions of the diaper and may include a wall element and bridge element, the barrier element extending in three dimensions such that it has a shape in the longitudinal plane of the diaper, the shape being symmetrical about at least one transverse plane.

Abstract: An infant or adult diaper is disclosed. The diaper may have a pair of longitudinally extending elastic cuffs and a barrier element between the cuffs, which divides front and back portions of the diaper and may include a wall element, a first bridge element and a second bridge element, the first bridge element being positioned at a first level above a topsheet of the diaper, and the second bridge element being positioned at a second level above the topsheet. The bridge elements may serve to contribute structural integrity to the barrier element.

Abstract: Absorbent articles that include elastics in multiple layers are disclosed herein.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising a top sheet, a back sheet and an absorbent core provided therebetween; wherein flap sheets having a center region, end regions and intermediate regions positioned therebetween are provided on both sides of the top sheet in a width direction, the flap sheet has a base part facing to the top sheet and a rising part extending from the base part and formed by folding the flap sheet at an inner edge of the base part in the width direction, the center region and the end region of the base part are joined to the top sheet and/or the back sheet at an inner position, in the width direction, of that the intermediate region of the base part is joined to the top sheet and/or the back sheet, and the rising part is joined to the base part at the end region.

Abstract: The invention relates to slit absorbent articles and the use of slits in absorbent materials to provide improved liquid intake rate, flexibility and softness compared to the unmodified material. The absorbent material, including superabsorbent materials, are particularly useful as absorbent cores in disposable absorbent articles such as diapers, incontinent products, sanitary napkins and the like.

Abstract: An absorber (1) provided to an absorbent article, wherein the absorber (1) is formed by folding back an absorbent sheet body (2), which comprises a first sheet member (3) and a second sheet member (4) and contains an absorbent polymer (5) but does not contain a pulp fiber between the first sheet member (3) and the second sheet member (4), at both end parts (E) in the width direction, and an absorbent polymer is not disposed between the first sheet member (3) and the second sheet member (4) at the both end parts (E).

Abstract: Disclosed is a disposable absorbent article having an outer shell and a detachable disposable absorbent core insert supported on an inside surface of the outer shell. The core insert is attached to the inside surface and is detachable therefrom. The inside surface further includes a retaining structure for receiving the absorbent core insert, the core insert being attachable with the retaining structure and detachable from the retaining structure.

Abstract: A composite web, with elastic and inelastic regions, is formed to separated or punched into diaper closure elements. The composite web includes nonwoven web which forms a first outer side of the composite web. On the composite web are disposed spaced-apart, elastically stretchable foil strips. A nonwoven material covers the elastically stretchable foil strips on a second outer side of the composite web. At least one inelastic strip of a hook material bridges a region between two adjacent, elastically stretchable foil strips. The nonwoven material overlaps edges of the strip of hook material. The strip of hook material has projections on the edges thereof that are overlapped by the nonwoven material. The projections extend into the nonwoven material.

Abstract: A fluid shield assembly includes a first pad. The first pad is removably coupled to a diaper. The first pad is positioned between the diaper and an article of clothing when the diaper and the article of clothing are worn by a user. The first pad protects the article of clothing from fluid escaping the diaper. A second pad is removably coupled to the article of clothing, providing an additional layer of protection from the fluid escaping diaper.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising a nonwoven substrate having an ink printed inner side and a non-printed garment facing side and a reactive ink composition printed on the nonwoven substrate on the ink printed inner side, forming an ink printed area, wherein the reactive ink composition comprises a binder.

Abstract: A chair for person transfer comprises a base, supporting sides disposed on opposing sides of the base, which stand substantially perpendicular from the base, a chair seat extending perpendicularly between the each supporting sides and a chair back extending substantially perpendicularly from the rear of seat. At least one of the supporting sides includes an arm base and an arm rest rotatably connected to the arm base.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a transport chair includes a base frame, a seat assembly pivotally mounted to the base, and a footrest assembly pivotally mounted to the base frame, the footrest assembly being associated with the seat assembly so as to pivot in unison with the seat assembly until the seat assembly is pivoted forward to an extent at which the footrest assembly contacts the floor or ground, at which point the footrest assembly does not pivot further upon further forward pivoting of the seat assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus for location against an edge barrier of a bed, a bed in combination with the apparatus, and a method of preparing a bed are disclosed. The apparatus includes an inflatable item having an outer wall defining a cavity for receiving a gas. The apparatus is configured to be attached to a bed against an edge barrier of the bed.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a leg of a person laid on a surface. The apparatus includes a main body for location around a leg of a person and a fastening mechanism configured to connect different parts of the main body for attaching the apparatus to a leg. The fastening mechanism includes an engaging element and a hole configured to receive the engaging element.

Abstract: A patient positioning support to support a patient on a tiltable medical procedures table during a medical procedure comprising a top layer of resilient cushion of foam to engage and support the torso of a patient thereon and a bottom layer of anti-skid foam to engage the tiltable medical procedures table to adhere the patient positioning support thereto and a resilient arm restraint extending from each side of the patient positioning support to cradle and cover the corresponding arm of the patient therein.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fixture that may be releasably attached to the operating table to apply two countervailing forces to the leg on opposite sides of the knee. These forces permit the application of a precise and stable torque to the knee joint. In one embodiment, the fixture may be repositioned and fixed with respect to the operating table through the surgical drape without penetration of the surgical drape.

Abstract: A device for massaging a user having an elongate body and one or more ribs extending therefrom, the one or more ribs forming an undulation, whereby urging the one or more ribs against a body of the user and rolling the elongate body there along massages the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is a passive gravity assist flexion device, principally for knee joint flexibility; having such arrangement to provide appropriate content stable elevated support of the posterior intersection, concerning the femur and tibia of an impaired knee joint; whereby promoting gravity assist passive flexion towards gradual comfortable knee joint muscle stretching. The disclosed device arrangement comprised of a padded single knee posterior horizontal support bar, capable of desired lateral rotational movement, while firmly affixed mid-span atop a vertical linear traveling height adjustment threaded rod. Whereby adjustment rod thread engagement means establishes and maintains desired knee posterior horizontal support bar height position. Furthermore, the disclosed device utilizes a center base foundation arrangement providing a resolute vertical stable support device.

Abstract: Disclosed is a passive gravity assist flexion and/or extension device, principally for regaining knee joint range of motion flexibility; having such arrangement to provide appropriate content vertically stable elevated under knee support of the posterior intersection, concerning the femur and tibia of an impaired knee joint and/or concerning the subtalar joint (ankle); whereby promoting gravity assist passive flexion and/or extension towards gradual content knee joint muscle stretching. The disclosed device arrangement, being comprised of a padded solitary horizontal support bar, capable of desired lateral rotational movement, while firmly affixed mid-span atop a vertical linear traveling wholly enclosed height adjustable threaded rod. Whereby adjustable rod thread engagement means, establishes and maintains desired horizontal support bar height position. Furthermore, the disclosed device utilizes a center base foundation arrangement providing a resolute perpendicular stable knee support means.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for rehabilitating a lower leg muscle provides therapy for the lower leg muscle by simultaneously stretching the lower leg muscle and soaking the lower leg muscle in a therapeutic solution. This dual action therapy results in treatment of calf strains and/or Achilles tendon tears and the like. The apparatus includes a lower leg stretching component and a therapeutic soaking component. A synergy is created between the two components that addresses different anatomical considerations for the lower leg. Both the stretching and soaking components are performed inside a container. The stretching component includes a plate on which the foot rests. The plate pivots on a fulcrum. A strap passes around the plate and is pulled at the front end to stretch the lower leg muscle. The leg muscle provides resistance to the pulling action. A therapeutic solution fills the container, such that the stretching and soaking are performed simultaneously.

Abstract: A traction system may comprise a head support assembly, a frame assembly, a displacement assembly in mechanical communication with the head support assembly and the frame assembly, an adjustment assembly in mechanical communication with the frame assembly, and a handle assembly. A movement of the head support assembly relative to the frame assembly may apply one or more traction forces to the head and neck of a subject. The displacement assembly may comprise a pulley system, a pneumatic system, a hydraulic system, or any other mechanical system. The displacement assembly may be configured to move the head support assembly relative to the frame assembly. The angle adjustment assembly may be configured to engage a structure of the frame assembly. The handle assembly may be operatively connected to the displacement assembly. The traction system may be used to apply a traction force to a subject's cervical spine.

Abstract: A suspension walker which may be weighted or unweighted is provided. The suspension walker includes a sole plate having a rocker bottom, a yoke portion and an extension leg attached to the yoke portion. A boot received by a patient's foot is operably coupled to the yoke portion by a first fastener and to an upper portion of the extension leg by a second fastener. An extension leg may be operably coupled at a hinge axis to an upper hinged portion. The hinge axis is configured to be aligned with the knee. A below the knee collar operably and securely couples the boot to the extension leg and the yoke portion. An above the knee collar operably secures the upper hinged portion to the patient's thigh.

Abstract: A walking assistance device configured to permit the independent movement of an individual via simulated weight reduction is described. The device is configured to partially suspend a portion of a user's weight via a seat-lifting system, facilitating the movement of a user with experiencing difficulty walking without assistance. The system of the device preferably employs a seat, a hydraulic or electric seat-lift mechanism, a seat restraint, a frame, wheels, a brake system, and a power source. The seat-lift mechanism is configured to rise and lower the seat, enabling the user to control the percentage of weight lifted, while the feet of the user remain in partial contact with the floor. The frame forms the structure and support of the device, and is configured to move laterally via wheels on the bottom of the frame of the device.

Abstract: A massage device which allows a user to easily and effectively self-administer a neck and/or shoulder massage. The device includes a first crossbar, a first leg assembly, and a second leg assembly. The first crossbar acts as the engagement element. The first leg assembly and the second leg assembly each include a handle, a support bar, and a rocker runner. The handle is collinearly and adjacently connected to the support bar. The rocker runner is adjacently connected to the support bar, opposite the handle, and allows for a rocking motion. The support bar positions and holds the first crossbar and acts as the load-bearing element. The support bar of the first leg assembly is adjacently and perpendicularly connected to the first crossbar. The support bar of the second leg assembly is adjacently and perpendicularly connected to the first crossbar, opposite the support bar of the first leg assembly.

Abstract: The herein disclosed technology provides a roller therapy device including a ball and a dual-component casing with components that mate together on opposite sides of the ball to rotatably secure the ball. In one implementation, the dual-component casing includes a cap portion with a cavity sized and shaped to receive the ball and an annular portion that can be selectably attached to and detached from a mouth of the cavity after the ball is positioned in the cavity. When connected in such manner, the ball protrudes through and aperture in the annular portion and is freely rotatable relative to the dual-component casing.

Abstract: A roller for therapy with a temperature control to enable a user to combine the benefits of heat or cold with the use of a roller. The roller comprises a generally cylindrically shaped roller body, a heating element, fluid conducting elements, a power source, and a hollow core that houses components including the power source. The heating and cooling elements are electric and are configured within the housing or in an external component in different embodiments of the apparatus. Temperature control is available to the user through an interface configured on the housing or in an external component in different embodiments of the apparatus.

Abstract: A Unified Dildo and Bottom Open Anatomically Contoured Harness Plate that includes a harness plate with an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein the harness plate is contoured, at least one elongated member with a base and a tip, the base extending outward from the outer surface of the harness plate; the elongated member includes cavity enclosed by the outer surface and opens to the inner surface; an opening in the inner surface and outer surface of the harness plate, positioned underneath the base of the elongated member; and at least one upper connection mount and at least one bottom connection mount on the harness plate for securing the harness plate to a user.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for sexual stimulation of a penis, with a housing with a substantially cylindrical cavity, a number of constriction elements with an opening which are placed in the housing and arranged adjacently of each other in axial direction, wherein the cavity extends through each of the openings and the constriction elements are each configured, when activated, to constrict their opening, and a control element placed in the housing for controlling the controllable size of the opening of each of the constriction elements, wherein the control element is configured to generate at least one reciprocally moving constriction of the constriction elements displacing over the length of the cavity along the constriction elements, at a frequency of between 0.2 and 5 reciprocal movements per second.

Abstract: Systems and related methods for delivering a vibratory stimulus to a pinna of a subject with a stimulator worn on the pinna are described. A mechanical stimulation device may be used to deliver a vibratory stimulus that modulates activity of sensory nerve fiber innervating the pinna. In some cases, stimulation is delivered in response to a physiological signal, and/or in response to sensed environmental parameters. Stimulation may be delivered in combination with other stimuli or experiences. In an aspect, a stimulator communicates with and/or is controlled by a personal computing device. In some aspects recommendations regarding neural stimuli and other stimuli or experiences to be delivered in association with the neural stimuli are provided via a computing system in communication with the personal computing device or the wearable stimulation device.

Abstract: Systems and related methods for controlling delivery of a stimulus to a pinna of a subject with a stimulator worn on the pinna are described. A wearable stimulation device includes a mechanical, electrical, or other type of stimulator secured to a pinna of a subject. A personal computing device in communication with the wearable stimulation device controls delivery of stimuli and other aspects of operation of the device.