Abstract: Systems and apparatuses for administering reduced pressure treatment to a tissue site include a reduced pressure source, a drape having a plurality of projections for contacting the tissue site, and an adhesive connected to at least a portion of the drape for sealing the drape to a portion of a patient's intact epidermis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing an unbonded, absorbent, fibrous structure, the method comprising the steps of: a) providing of a first fibrous material in the form of a fibrous sheet (10); b) defiberising the sheet (10) of first fibrous material to form a roughly graded material (16); c) mixing the roughly graded material (16) with a second material (26) to form a mixture; and d) air-laying the mixture on a foraminous carrier (50) to form the unbonded, absorbent, fibrous structure.

Abstract: An absorbent article, such as a diaper or a training pant, having a wearer-facing side and a garment-facing side and a longitudinal axis. The absorbent article comprises a topsheet on the wearer-facing side, a backsheet on the garment-facing side, and an absorbent core between the topsheet and backsheet. The absorbent core comprises a pair of generally longitudinally-extending channels. The absorbent article further comprises a wetness indicator at least partially superposed with at least one of the channels, as seen from the garment-facing side of the article.

Abstract: Male incontinence pads may be formed and used by a variety of techniques. In particular implementations, a male incontinence pad may include a first absorbent pad, a second absorbent pad, and a water impermeable lining. The water impermeable lining may be between the pads, and the first absorbent pad, the second absorbent pad, and the lining may each include an aperture that are aligned to allow a male member to be placed therethrough. The second absorbent pad may be adapted to be folded to form a pocket for the male member.

Abstract: Absorbent structures for diapers are provided, comprising, immobilized onto a supporting sheet, an absorbent layer with absorbent material containing superabsorbent polymer particles and therein, in the front region, a first and a second substantially longitudinal channel, each being free of said superabsorbent polymeric particles, for improved fit and/or performance throughout the use thereof.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising a pair of leg cuffs with an raised section and an absorbent core comprising at least one channel at least partially oriented in the longitudinal direction of the article. The article has crotch width before use as measured between the proximal edges of the leg cuffs at the level of the crotch point of from to 70 mm to 200 mm, and a Relative Crotch Width Reduction (RCWR) of at least 30 mm/kg.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent pad is removably attachable to the upper surface of the visor of a helmet, hardhat, cap or other headgear. The pads are made in various sizes, shapes and colors to conform to the visors to which they may be applied. Their obverse sides consist of a high-capacity absorbent material, while their reverse sides contain an adhesive strip, for hard visor surfaces, or hook-and-loop strips, for fabric visors. The pads prevent liquid/moisture from dripping off the visor into the face and eyes of the wearer and are disposably replaceable after each use.

Abstract: An automatic device for storing wheelchairs behind vehicles is provided. The wheelchair storage device is configured to mount to the exterior of a vehicle on the vehicle's roof rack. The storage device includes a horizontal and vertical arm, that when activated by a motor, uses a series of motors and gears to move a wheelchair attached to the vertical arm to the rear of the vehicle. A storage platform is further provided that receives and secures the wheelchair behind the vehicle. The motors of the storage device may be powered by the vehicle's engine, and a remote may be provided for user control.

Abstract: The present disclosure may relate to a wheelchair that includes a first centerless wheel assembly including a drive roller guide assembly and three other roller guides, and a first drive mechanism coupled to the first drive roller guide assembly to drive the first centerless wheel assembly. The wheelchair may also include a second centerless wheel assembly including a drive roller guide assembly and three additional roller guides, and a second drive mechanism coupled to the second drive roller guide assembly to drive the second centerless wheel assembly.

Abstract: A lift mechanism for a reclining chair is provided. The lift mechanism can include a lock that prevents the seat from shifting from a reclining position into a seat-lift position without first shifting into an upright, closed position. The lock is shiftable between a locked position, where the chair is prevented from shifting into a seat-lift position and an unlocked position where the chair is permitted to shift into a seat-lift position. The lift mechanism can include an activator tube that can shift the lock between the unlocked and locked positions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a medical imaging chair.

Abstract: The invention consists of the functional underpants (1), silicone container shell (2), conical strait (4), clamp (6), slide (10), inclined waste pump (13), waste storage (22), moving step (23), waste transfer station (35), equipped safety belt (36) and multi stage apparatus parts (38-41). The invention ensures that the defecation of bedridden physically handicapped patients is transferred to the sewage system without human touch. The invention also has a very easy and practical use thanks to its various positioning.

Abstract: A head support apparatus for attachment to a wheelchair or bed includes a headband or harness to be fitted to the patient's head, and a lifting device attached to the headband or harness for lifting and supporting the patient's head, the lifting device being adapted to periodically raise and support the patient's head and subsequently allow the patient's head to slump forwards.

Abstract: A limb positioning and support device for achieving and maintaining reduction of a human bone in connection with surgical procedures involving orthopedic and other surgical fracture tables. The limb positioning and support device includes an articulating and rotating positioning and support arm coupled between a surgical table and a limb saddle. The positioning and support arm is configured to selectively allow translation and/or rotation of the limb saddle in three degrees of freedom. Actuation mechanisms drive the limb saddle vertically and horizontally. A pivot joint coupled between the limb saddle and the positioning and support arm permits rotation of the limb saddle about a vertical axis, and the limb saddle can be angularly displaced about the longitudinal axis of the subject limb. The limb saddle can be positioned and adjusted to bring fractured bone ends into alignment and hold the fracture stationary during the surgical procedure.

Abstract: A fail-safe release mechanism for use with patient positioning support apparati having a base structure and a patient support structure, to prevent collapse of the patient support during disconnection of the patient support structure from the base structure.

Abstract: A fail-safe release mechanism for use with patient positioning support apparati having a base structure and a patient support structure, to prevent collapse of the patient support during disconnection of the patient support structure from the base structure.

Abstract: An expandable plate configured to expand and to hold, move and maintain a body part in a specific position as needed in orthopedic surgery. The expandable plate has a bed with a guide assembly formed in a top surface configured to fit to cavity assembly of a track so as to slide in relation thereto. A carriage unit can be positioned on the track to hold a body part in a specific position, whereby when an additional linear dimension is required for a surgical procedure, the track can be expanded to extend the body part to the predetermined position using the same positioner device.

Abstract: Apparatus for adjustably positioning extremity or body part such as knees hands, or feet for a surgical procedure having a carriage with a base adapted to engage a track for sliding movement there along, an arm configured to fit to the base at a hinge secured by a pin, a socket formed by the joining of the base and arm configured to accept a ball of a holder generally adapted to engage and support the extremity upon which the surgical procedure is to be performed, and a clamp adjacent cooperating with the hinge to lock a position of the carriage along a track and to lock a holder of an extremity in a secure position. The carriage is configured to be tightened and loosed with by the movement of one handle, thereby forming a releasable lock to the ball in the socket and carriage position. The carriage is adapted to slide on a rigid frame when attached to an operating table or the like.

Abstract: Provided is an extensible device capable of switch, control, power and connection. Each extensible device includes a signal receiving device adapted to receive control signal and electrically connected to a small power source to control the small power source. The small power source is power-connected to an extensible structure. The extensible structure includes a transmission gear train whereby a massage device, coupled with one reinforced motor, controllably effects a plurality of massage techniques in conjunction with the at least an extensible device.

Abstract: According to the invention, a system for applying therapeutic stimulation to a human body is disclosed. The system may include a garment and a therapeutic insert. The garment may include a flexible material configured to apply compressive forces to a portion of a person wearing the garment, a communication interface, and an attachment point. The therapeutic insert may include a vibration unit configured to vibrate against the person, and to activate upon an instruction being received from the communication interface. The therapeutic insert may also include a thermal unit configured to apply heating or cooling to the person, and to activate upon an instruction being received from the communication interface. The therapeutic insert may further include a sensor configured to determine a physiological characteristic of the person, and to communicate the physiological characteristic to the communication interface. The therapeutic insert may be configured to couple with the attachment point.

Abstract: A vertebra recovery apparatus comprises a main frame body, a swing assembly, and a driving module. The swing assembly is pivotally disposed on the main frame body, and is provided with two cantilevers. Each of the two cantilevers is provided with a support piece used for providing support under an armpit of each of the two arms of a human body, so that the human body stands in the swing assembly in a manner of suspending the feet. The driving module is disposed between the main frame body and the swing assembly, and may drive the swing assembly to perform motion of swinging forwards and backwards. The vertebra recovery apparatus performs stretching by using the weight of a user, and achieves the effects of enabling a vertebra to be fully stretched and to be in a normal location.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a traction device for relieving lower back pain and stiffness and reducing lumbar spine intervertebral disc displacement. The device may include a sliding spine assembly attached to a head rest pad, a torso pad, and a hip pad, an adjustable length vector bar extending outwardly from the spine assembly, wherein the vector bar is rotatably attached to the sliding spine assembly such that the vector bar is configured to move in a plurality of vectors, a cross bar foot brace tube attached to the vector bar; a foot rest positioned on the foot brace tube, a belt positioned proximate to the torso pad, and a strap assembly attached to the foot brace tube or the distal end of the vector bar, the strap assembly configured to attach to the belt and apply traction to a user's back.

Abstract: In at least some aspects, the present concepts include a method of enabling rehabilitation of bodily control of a user comprising the acts of: integrating the user within a multi-module robotic system, the multi-module robotic system comprising modules of a flexible exosuit, a support module, a mobile base, or a combination thereof, applying one or more forces, cues, or a combination thereof on the user, based on one or more subtask-specific functions of the modules, to cause a developing of one or more subtasks of the bodily control, and managing control of one or more remaining subtasks of the bodily control by the modules in place of at least in part, the user while applying the one or more forces, cues, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A step aid device has a series of support structures positioned on a flight of stairs to assist a user with a lower leg injury to climb the stairs. A first support structure may be disposed on a first plane. The first support structure has a first side, a second side oppositely disposed from the first side, and a perimeter disposed between the first side and the second side. A second support structure may be disposed on a second plane. The second support structure has a first side, a second side oppositely disposed from the first side, and a perimeter disposed between the first side and the second side. The second support structure the second plane may be offset from the first plane.

Abstract: A tilting inversion exerciser includes a carrier attached to a supporting stand for mounting a supporting table, the supporting table includes a number of grooves, and a massage member is engaged with either of the grooves of the supporting table for attaching to the supporting table and for massaging the user. The massage member includes a block having a screw hole for engaging with the supporting table, and a threaded shank extended from a knob for engaging through either of the grooves of the supporting table and for engaging with the screw hole of the block and for detachably securing the massage member to the supporting table at selected positions.

Abstract: The invention is a hand held device used for scratching the scalp; while wearing certain hairstyles that does not allow one the ability to scratch their scalp by hand. This device provides immediate relief of itching associated with hair weaves and wigs. The invention provides temporary relief and relaxation for hard to reach areas of the scalp while wearing certain hairstyles. The invention provides consumers an easy and effective means of scratching an itchy scalp. The invention is compact device which includes a thin point and an ornamental handle. An ornamental handle is located over the point and a detachable case maybe included to secure the point in a purse or pocket when not in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an implantable apparatus for obtaining urinary control and emptying of the urinary bladder. The apparatus operates with a powered member (100) operating from the outside of the urinary bladder assisted by a support structure to discharge urine from the urinary bladder. A control device (200) controls the operation of the powered member. The control device further comprises a source of energy for operating the powered member and other energy consuming parts of the apparatus and a control assembly.

Abstract: A compressive patient warming device is provided. The device includes an elastic inner layer that conforms snugly to a shape of an appendage of a patient so that the inner layer wraps around and substantially contacts most of an underlying surface area of the appendage. An outer layer is attached to and covers the inner layer to form a space that holds a heat transfer medium between the inner layer and the outer layer while the inner layer is wrapped around the appendage. The outer layer may be a rigid layer, and a predetermined compressive load may be applied to the outer layer to encourage blood flow in the appendage. A source of heat may be applied to the device to maintain normothermia and/or treat hypothermia.

Abstract: A rollable apparatus includes a housing being annular in shape, a heating element mounted about the exterior of the housing, a vibration-inducing motor mounted in the interior of the housing and attached thereto, and a set of batteries mounted in the interior of the housing. The set of batteries is provided for powering the heating element to control the temperature of the housing and for powering the vibration motor to induce oscillatory motion in the housing. The apparatus also includes a set of user controls mounted so as to be accessible at the exterior of the housing, a front cover removably mounted so as to form a portion of the exterior of the housing at one end thereof, and a skin of pliable cushioning material covering the housing.

Abstract: A wearable, activity-tracking sex toy includes a ring adapted to encircle a phallic object, at least one motion sensor, and at least one wireless communicator adapted to transmit output from the at least one motion sensor to a computing device.

Abstract: High-resolution, selective, and self-optimizing haptic and electrotactile display and methods of use. In an embodiment of a feedback system referenced herein, the feedback system comprises a prosthesis configured to be worn by an individual, comprising at least one prosthesis sensor configured to detect a state or condition in an environment of the at least one prosthesis sensor, and at least one actuator in communication with the at least one prosthesis sensor and configured to receive data relating to the detected state or condition and to stimulate a nerve of the individual; a neural sensor positioned upon or within the individual, configured to detect a neural response relating to the stimulation of the nerve by the at least one actuator; and a processor in communication with at least one of the at least one prosthesis sensor, at least one of the at least one actuator, and the neural sensor.

Abstract: A container for storing and/or applying a pharmaceutical substance is provided that includes a basic body made of glass and a first connecting body made of glass. The basic body has a substantially hollow cylindrical form and encloses a cavity. The basic body has a first end with a first opening. The first connecting body has a thin channel communicating with the first opening. The first connecting body is connected with the basic body in a first connection area. The first connection area has a first absorption zone that has a higher radiation absorption for electromagnetic waves in a predetermined wavelength range (?) than portions of the basic body outside the first absorption zone (Z1).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (1) for counting and dispensing objects (2), comprising two slidably movable elements (10, 11) relatively to each other, a first element (10) comprising a conduit (100) for dispensing objects to be counted and dispensed, the second element (11) cooperating with the first element for forming two obturators (1A, 1B) delimiting in the dispensing conduit (100) a chamber (101) adapted for containing a determined number of said objects, said obturators (1A, 1B) being able to adopt, depending on the relative position of said first and second elements: an open configuration, in which the obturator defines an orifice with a dimension adapted for letting through an object to be counted and dispensed, and an obturation configuration, wherein said orifice has an insufficient dimension for letting through an object, the first and second elements being laid out for providing, by relative sliding, an operating sequence of the obturators wherein: (i) a first obturator is in an open con

Abstract: Volumetric dispensers and methods dispense one or more units of a material having units with a volume utilizing independently controllable and linearly movable gates.

Abstract: A nursing bottle having an air returning function comprises a bottle body, a fixing cover, a nipple, a ventilation component, an air conduit, an elastic one-way valve set at a second opening of the air conduit and is located at the interior of the air conduit, a mounting pan located on the second opening of the air conduit to secure the elastic one-way valve. The ventilation component, the air conduit, the elastic one-way valve and the mounting part forms a gas returning device and are located on the interior of the bottle. The present invention reduces the contacting area between the air and the milk, lowering the amount of loss of vitamin. The phenomenon of vomiting milk, choking and flatulence will be omitted since no air bubble is generated.

Abstract: An enteral pump system for delivering medical fluids unidirectionally includes a disposable fluid delivery set having a repeatable compression portion and an enteral feeding pump. The repeatable compression portion is helically coiled around a central axis to define a cylindrical shape. The compression portion is configured to pump a large volume of medical fluids per stroke. The compressing portion includes at least two adjacent tubing walls joined around the central axis for repeatable compression. The enteral feeding pump is configured to repeatedly and reliably compress the compression portion of the fluid delivery set along the central axis. In operation, the compression portion is repeatably compressed without distortion along the central axis by the enteral feeding pump to flow unidirectionally through the fluid delivery set.

Abstract: Addition-fragmentation oligomers of the general formula Z—By-A-(B-A)x-B-A-By—Z, where the A monomers units are derived from a diester or diacid, the B monomer units are derived from a difunctional monomer having functional groups co-reactive with the acid or ester groups of the A monomer, x+y is zero to 60, Z comprises an ethylenically unsaturated, polymerizable group, A monomers comprise a 1-methylene-3,3-dimethylpropyl group, and at least one B monomer unit comprises a high refractive index group.

Abstract: There are provided an oral composition and a confection that exhibit activity equivalent to or higher than that of a decanoic acid-containing composition, and a method for producing such an oral composition. The oral composition and the confection contain at least three ingredients: cinnamon, low molecular proanthocyanidin, and menthol. The method for producing, the oral composition includes the steps of: dissolving at least 0.2 to 1.0% by weight of low molecular proanthocyanidin in 0.2 to 2.0% by weight of at least one water-soluble solvent selected from glycerin or propylene glycol to form a solution; kneading at least 0.1 to 0.5% by weight of cinnamon and 0.1 to 0.4% by weight of menthol into sugar-free base dough to prepare candy- or gel-like kneaded dough; and mixing the solution with the kneaded dough.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair styling composition and methods of using the composition, wherein the composition comprises: (a) an aqueous dispersion containing: (i) at least one solid wax particle having a particle size ranging from equal to or greater than 1 micron to about 100 microns and comprising at least one wax having a melting point of greater than 35° C.; (ii) a surfactant mixture comprising at least one nonionic surfactant and at least one ionic surfactant; and (iii) water; and (b) at least one cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to an anhydrous cosmetic or dermatological formulation comprising a viscose lipid-containing preparation and propellant gas consisting essentially of one or more substances selected from hydrofluorocarbons, n-butane, isobutane and propane. The formulation permits application to the skin by spraying of an otherwise nonsprayable preparation. The formulation is free from readily volatile solvents, surfactants, and preferably free from silicones.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a personal care composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one conditioning agent and a high internal phase emulsion wherein the high internal phase emulsion comprises a structured external phase comprising polyglyceryl fatty acid ester and water; and an internal phase comprising an acrylates/dimethicone copolymer/methyl trimethicone polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for forming a high internal phase emulsion comprising the steps of combining a polyglyceryl fatty acid ester with water to create a structured external phase premix and combining the premix with an acrylates/dimethicone copolymer/methyl trimethicone to form a gelled emulsion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition that comprises an effective proportion of a first metal oxide powder having a primary particle size and a secondary particle size selected for the first metal oxide powder to attenuate UV A and an effective proportion of a second metal oxide powder having a secondary particle size selected for the second metal oxide powder to attenuate UVB. The mean secondary particle size of the first metal oxide powder is greater than the mean secondary particle size of the second metal oxide powder. In one embodiment, the first and the second metal oxide powders are both zinc oxide.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for reducing fair regrowth from four to seven terpene alcohols and including four sesquiterpene alcohols for reducing hair regrowth.

Abstract: Applicants have identified a critical skin benefit package that can be used in liquid alcohol sanitizing compositions that provides lower amounts of skin conditioners in combination with a specific ratio of different emollients that provide improved skin health with chronic repeated use. The package also provides improved skin feel with without a tacky residue upon drying.

Abstract: An dual oral composition is provided having a first peroxide-containing component and a second bicarbonate-containing component having exceptional anti-plaque and anti-bacterial action with re-mineralization properties.

Abstract: Compositions containing an effective dermatological disease-treating or dermatological condition-treating active agent and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier or vehicle are disclosed. Methods of using the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to organic compounds having the ability to reduce or suppress the onset of skin irritation induced by extraneous cause selected from the group of 2-heptylcyclopentanone, 2-ethoxynaphthalene; 2-methoxynaphthalene; 1-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)benzene; 1-(cyclopropylmethyl)-4-methoxybenzene; wherein X, Y, and R1 to R11 have the same meaning as given in the description. Furthermore the invention refers to compositions for topical application to the skin comprising them. It further relates to a method of reducing or suppressing the formation of skin irritation.

Abstract: Provided is a reducing composition for permanently reshaping keratin fibers such as hair, prepared by mixing a component A and a component B at the time of use, wherein the component A comprises at least one thiol-based reducing compound and has pH 7.0 or less; the component B comprises at least one buffer salt selected from the group consisting of carbonates, bicarbonates and carbamates, and has pH 8.0 or more; at least one of the component A and component B comprises at least one disulfide compound; and the prepared reducing composition has pH ranging from 7.0 to 7.8.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising 2% to 5% minoxidil, 0.01% to 15% of a 5?-reductase inhibitor or an androgen receptor antagonist, and 0.01% to 15% of a prostaglandin analogue. In one embodiment, the prostaglandin analogue is latanoprost. In a preferred embodiment, the composition comprises 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride and 0.03% latanoprost. The invention also relates to the use of the said composition to reduce hair loss and/or increase regrowth of hair in a human subject.