Abstract: A treatment apparatus configured to treat a patient for a neurological disorder comprises a patient interface configured for the patient to enter data for an assessment of his or her subjective sensations, for example pain symptoms associated with migraines. The subjective patient sensation data may comprise at least one of a patient symptom of the neurological condition or a patient trigger of the neurological condition. For example the subjective patient sensations may comprise symptoms that correspond to migraine such as aura symptoms. The treating physician can view the subjective patient data, and diagnose and treat the patient with a treatment plan by writing a treatment plan to a storage device, for example treatment instructions written to a smart card. The storage device can be delivered to the treatment apparatus such that the patient can be treated in response to physician's treatment plan.

Abstract: Configurations are described for utilizing light-activated proteins within cell membranes and subcellular regions to assist with medical treatment paradigms, such as hypertension treatment via anatomically specific and temporally precise modulation of renal plexus activity. The invention provides for proteins, nucleic acids, vectors and methods for genetically targeted expression of light-sensitive proteins to specific cells or defined cell populations. In particular the invention provides systems, devices, and methods for millisecond-timescale temporal control of certain cell activities using moderate light intensities, such as the generation or inhibition of electrical spikes in nerve cells and other excitable cells.

Abstract: Illumination apparatus, ocular apparatus, and ocular method for treating at least one eye. Illuminator illuminates eyes with 100 lux of monochromatic red light of 640 nm to 690 nm. Illuminator controls progressive myopia leading to excessive axial elongation in a juvenile or to ameliorate macular degeneration in an aging adult. Illuminator provides indirect light or diffuse light. Illuminator provides illuminance values from 2,000 lux to 30,000 lux, with a nominal indirect total combined light exposure of 9000 lux. Illuminator provides greater than 1 lux of monochromatic violet-blue light from 440 nm to 484 nm. Illuminator minimizes light wavelengths from 484 nm to 640 nm, and eliminates light having of wavelengths at or near to 550 nm. Illuminator provides visible display images and invisible illumination, with the invisible illumination being greater than 2 Watts per areal centimeter of invisible, continuous, diffuse non-graphic monochromatic Near Infrared (NIR) light directed at ocular tissues.

Abstract: The present invention provides a photo-therapy device and a method for treatment of skin conditions such as rashes or similar dermatological conditions that are exhibited by Grover's disease or other diseases which are associated or co-existent with Grover's disease. The treatment includes exposure of the subject's affected skin and preferably the entire body with blue LED light to improve skin status by stimulating body's immune system to reduce itching, blotchiness and skin discomfort.

Abstract: Provided is a bolus formed of a hydrogel, wherein the hydrogel includes water, a polymer, and a mineral, and wherein the bolus is applied to a patient who receives a radiation therapy.

Abstract: An administration device that includes a hermetic container closed by a cap, containing a radiopharmaceutical medicament, and provided with a protective shield made of a radiopaque material. The device includes a support provided with attachment structure. The container is removably attached to the support in a position allowing access to the cap. The support includes a baseplate provided with an opening allowing access to the cap. A cover and rods connect the baseplate and the cover.

Abstract: A radiotherapy device, including a flexible probe, adapted for being at least partially introduced into a body of a subject. A radionuclide selected from the group consisting of Radium-223 and Radium-224, is retainably embedded on or beneath a surface of the flexible probe.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods to deliver kV X-rays toward a target lesion within a body including: a treatment anode configured to receive electron beams and output the kV X-rays through a specially-designed collimator; an electron beam source configured to generate and direct the electron beams toward the treatment anode; and at least one magnet configured to steer and scan the electron beams along the treatment anode to prevent overheating of the treatment anode. The components are mounted on a gantry that rotates about the target lesion to distribute the dose delivered over a large volume of healthy tissue while substantially maximizing the dose delivered to the target lesion.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a target surface including one or more three-dimensional projections, each projection including a multiplicity of planar side surfaces, a stereoscopic camera operable to obtain images of the target surface, and a processing module operable to process images obtained by the stereoscopic camera of the target surface together with data identifying the position and orientation of the stereoscopic camera relative to a defined point in space to determine the positions relative to the defined point in space of the planar side surfaces defined by the at least one or more three-dimensional projections.

Abstract: Images that are associated with an identification of a tracking target of a patient to receive radiation treatment may be received. The images may be sorted into a sequence based on a motion of the patient. The sorted images may be provided via a graphical user interface. The sequence of the sorted images that are based on the motion of the patient may be provided.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for guiding the delivery of therapeutic radiation using incomplete or partial images acquired during a treatment session. A partial image does not have enough information to determine the location of a target region due to, for example, poor or low contrast and/or low SNR. The radiation fluence calculation methods described herein do not require knowledge or calculation of the target location, and yet may help to provide real-time image guided radiation therapy using arbitrarily low SNR images.

Abstract: A particle beam treatment apparatus includes: a rotating gantry configured to axially rotate in a state where a bed fixed to a stationary system is disposed inside the rotating gantry and an irradiation port of a beam is fixed to a body of the rotating gantry; a tunnel structure configured to have at least a horizontal floor surface and have an internal space in which at least a part of the bed is accommodated; and a rotation supporter configured to cause the tunnel structure to be stationary in the stationary system independently of axis rotation of the rotating gantry by rotationally displacing the tunnel structure with respect to an inner side surface of the rotating gantry.

Abstract: A method for preparing an ultrasonic material, including: 1) mixing methyl ethyl ketone with ethyl alcohol to prepare an azeotropic mixture; uniformly mixing carbon nanotube powders with a dispersant in the azeotropic mixture to yield a dispersoid; drying the dispersoid to yield dry carbon nanotube powders; 2) mixing the dry carbon nanotube powders in 1) with a light-cured resin to form a sizing mixture; 3) evenly distributing the sizing mixture in 2) over a plane of a mask image projection based stereo lithography apparatus to form a sizing mixture layer; 4) switching a design model of focused light-induced ultrasonic material to a two-dimensional image; projecting the two-dimensional image on a surface of the sizing mixture layer in 3); 5) exposing the sizing mixture layer in 3) under visible light and solidifying the sizing mixture layer; and 6) repeating 3)-5) to complete printing of the ultrasonic material.

Abstract: A non-invasive variable depth ultrasound treatment method and system comprises a variable depth transducer system configured far providing ultrasound treatment to a patient. An exemplary variable depth transducer system can comprise a transducer configured to provide treatment to more than one region of interest, such as between a deep treatment region of interest and a superficial region of interest and/or a subcutaneous region of interest. The variable depth transducer can comprise a transduction element having a piezoelectrically active layer, matching layers and/or other materials for generating radiation or acoustical energy. The variable depth transducer may be configured to operate at moderate frequencies within the range from approximately 750 kHz to 20 MHz or more. In addition, the transduction element may be configured with a variable depth device comprising one or more materials configured to allow for control and focusing/defocusing of the acoustic energy to more than one region of interest.

Abstract: Tissue ablation systems and methods of using the same are disclosed. The tissue ablation systems can have an ultrasound ablation device connected to a catheter. The ultrasound ablation device can have a first conical reflector having a first reflective surface and a second conical reflector having a second reflective surface. The distance between the first and second conical reflectors can be adjusted, e.g., increased and/or decreased, to adjust the radial and/or longitudinal dimension of a focal zone from the device.

Abstract: A method of promoting hair growth or reducing hair loss in a subject is disclosed. The method comprises contacting the scalp and skin region in which there is desire for hair growth of the subject with an effective amount of at least one agent which down-regulates an activity and/or an amount of a protein selected from the group consisting of p21, Bcl-xL and Bcl-w. Compositions capable of same are also disclosed.

Abstract: A hair fiber strengthening composition includes an aqueous vehicle containing as a hair strengthening additive a source of metal cations having a valence of 2 or 3 and anions derived from an oxidized carbohydrate, an inorganic acid and/or an organic acid, the composition having a pH of from about 6 to about 11.

Abstract: An axial buffer device and a fall protection device including the axial buffer device are disclosed. The axial buffer device includes a buffer rod having a first friction surface; and a buffer member having a second friction surface which contacts the first friction surface. When any one of the buffer rod and the buffer member is pulled by a force which is greater than a default value to overcome a maximum friction between the buffer member and the buffer rod, the buffer member would slide on the buffer rod with friction to cushion the pulling force. The fall protection device includes a frame, a rotary member disposed in the frame and adapted to roll up a safety belt, and the axial buffer device. One of the buffer rod and the buffer member is connected to a hanging point and the other one is connected to the frame.

Abstract: A protective garment, including a double protective garment, for working in radioactive, nuclear, and/or toxic environments, wherein the main body has a rear surface and the rear surface comprises a reversible opening which is adapted to allow a SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus) tank to be removed and replaced while the user continues to wear the protective garment. The reversible opening can be a zipper, including a double zipper. The protective garment is formed of a tri-laminate 30/30/30 water resistant barrier fabric. The garment can be incinerated so as to provide a disposable, one time use coverall particularly adapted for use in nuclear/radioactive environments. The coverall provides integrated elements for water resistance (i.e., splash resistant), breathable, comfortable contamination protection with a high volume of water vapor transfer which can mitigate worker heat stress.

Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention disclose a modular portable oxygen generator including a reactor container having two vertical compartments, where one of the compartments houses a cartridge while another houses oxygen storage tank. The arrangement is provided with a mechanism to guide the oxygen generated in the cartridge after triggering to a defined outlet. The modular portable oxygen generator is light weight, easy to carry and easy to use with minimal maintenance as compared to heavy oxygen cylinders and generator.

Abstract: Harness composed of textiles straps, and having at least one connection and securing point in the form of a closed loop made from textile material delineating an opening for the passage of a connector. The opening of the textile loop is strengthened by a rigid or semi-rigid insert, which is configured to facilitate fitting of a connector, and comprising a base surface securedly attached to the support structure of the harness to transmit and distribute the forces when the user is in the securing position at work. The insert comprises a shell made from plastic material having an inner hole, and guide means for running of the textile loop when the latter is wound inside the shell.

Abstract: The roping harness comprises a pair of leg loops and a suspension point. The suspension point comprises: distinct first and second rings, a connecting part fixed continuously to the two distinct rings, the connecting part mechanically connecting the two distinct rings with the pair of leg loops, a closed metal connector provided with a rod. The two rings are separated from one another by a first distance in a first direction and define an empty space between a first lateral surface of the first ring and a second lateral surface of the second ring. The two rings are arranged so as to allow fitting of the rod of the connector in the two rings. The rod presents a longitudinal axis coinciding with the first direction. The rod is fitted movable in rotation in the two rings and the connector is mounted movable in rotation around the rod.

Abstract: A partitioned anti-falling connecting device includes a frame, a movable latch and a hoist ring. The frame has a hanging space with a gap defined between two ends thereof and at least a division island protrudingly arranged between the two ends thereof so as to divide the frame into at least a first section and a second section. The movable latch is arranged on the frame for opening and closing the gap.

Abstract: In some embodiments, an anchoring stick comprises a shaft, a handle located at one end of the shaft and a hook located at the other end. The hook defines a cavity. The anchoring stick has a first orientation and a second orientation. A perimeter of the cavity comprises an opening in the first orientation. The cavity is defined by a closed perimeter in the second orientation.

Abstract: A connecting and anchoring device. A cable element terminates at opposite ends in respective gate and spine cable termination structures. A gate housing houses a gating portion of the cable element and includes a locking element. The device has a first configuration in which the termination structures are locked together and a second configuration in which the termination structures can be separated from one another by manipulating the locking element. The device in at least the first configuration defines a closed aperture. A spine housing houses a spinal portion of the cable element. The spine housing is attached to the base and the gate housing is pivotally connected to the base so that the gate housing can pivot relative to the spine housing so as to change the configuration of the connecting and anchoring device between the second configuration and a third configuration in which the aperture is open.

Abstract: A rigid rail assembly for a fall protection system comprises a rigid rail segment and a hanger. The rail segment comprises an upper portion defining an elongate slot and a lower portion. The hanger includes a hanger body adapted to be connected to a support member and a hanger coupling member extending downwardly from said hanger body and which is adapted to be received in the rail segment slot. The rail segment lower portion has opposed elongate side walls extending downwardly and outwardly and a flange extending inwardly from each of said side walls. The flanges define a track for the wheels of a trolley.

Abstract: A fire protection external vehicle cover including a plurality of panels of a fire retardant material or textile. Each panel is configured to cover an adjacent portion of the cabin of the vehicle; with one or more panels including a retention mechanism to secure the panels by gripping between closed doors and door frames of the cabin. A storage and deployment mechanism is configured to store and deploy the cover from one or more locations on the vehicle; wherein in operation, when deployed, the cover forms an enclosure over the cabin thereby protecting external surfaces of the cabin and thus its occupants and an internal lining of the vehicle from exposure to radiant heat, burning embers and flames if the vehicle is moving through or becomes trapped in a fire.

Abstract: Described herein is a firestop system for marine or off-shore applications comprising a foam layer comprising at least one fire-stopping additive and a non-porous structural sealant layer.

Abstract: A device for suppressing or extinguishing electrical fires in an electrical box, in particular an open top electrical box isolating a transformer. The device is based upon a bulk package receptacle placed within the electrical box having a liner filled with a fire suppressant material capable of suffocating or eliminating a fire. Should a fire occur the bulk package receptacle bursts at the point of combustion and the fire suppression properties of the fire suppressant would immediately be dispensed over the electrical material and extinguish any associated fire. In the preferred embodiment the bag consumes about 90% of the airspace and contained sufficient fluid volume to contain within the container. The admixture further encapsulates noxious and toxic gases associated with electrical fires.

Abstract: Antifreezes are provided for deployment in wet sprinkler systems located in cold environments. The antifreezes allow for the wet sprinkler system to be actuated under temperatures below 32° F. Wet sprinklers, sprinkler systems, methods of providing for the control, suppression and/or extinguishment of a fire that occur in a cold environment, and methods of preventing wet sprinklers from freezing also are provided. The sprinklers, sprinkler systems and methods can be used in residential, commercial and storage settings.

Abstract: A method of destructing a toxic chemical, comprising the steps of mixing said toxic chemical with a liquid phase formed by an aqueous mixture of water and an ionic liquid or molten salt which is miscible with water, said ionic liquid or molten salt comprising a tertiary amine group or quaternary ammonium group; and contacting said toxic chemical in said liquid phase with said ionic liquid or molten salt so as to decompose said toxic chemical. The ionic liquid or molten salt comprises a tertiary amine group or quaternary ammonium group. The dispersion or solution further contains at least one oxidizing agent and a donor of hydrogen bonds. Decontamination of contaminated surfaces and decomposition of toxic substances are achieved by using environmentally friendly, non-toxic solvents and reactants which yields reaction products which are substantially non-harmful or even non-toxic.

Abstract: A resistance component configured for imparting a resistive force to a connected exercise component is provided. The device includes a frame pivotally supporting a selection arm which has a weight operatively connected to the selection arm by a pin arm. The weight imparts a force resisting rotation of the selection arm by a flexible member engaged with the exercise component. Adjusting the engagement of one end of the pin arm to an arched engagement path along the selection arm adjusts mechanical advantage and the resistive force.

Abstract: In one aspect of the present exercise machine, an assembly is attached to the end of a reformer, where the assembly comprises a seat mechanism and a pedal mechanism. The seat mechanism has a seat, a bracket supporting the seat, and a height adjustment system, where activation of the height adjustment system permits selective adjustment and locking of the height of the seat and the bracket by restricting travel of the seat and bracket to a slanted path that is slanted relative to the vertical. The pedal mechanism has an axle, a first pedal arm with a first pedal, and a second pedal arm with a second pedal. The pedal mechanism is located stowed beneath the seat when the seat mechanism is in a lowest position and at least partially exposed in a higher position to permit pedaling by the user.

Abstract: A shoe weight for athletic training s provided. The device includes a shoe sleeve having a left side, a right side, a front end, and a top end, configured to rest upon the outer surface of a while being worn. A flexible U-shaped member is disposed within the shoe sleeve and designed to exert an inward force against the outer surface of the shoe being worn. A lace clip having an upper portion a lower portion, and a point of inflection is also disposed within the sleeve, such that the lower portion of the lace clip can slide in between the laces and the tongue of the shoe while the point of inflection and the upper portion hook the sleeve to the shoe. The shoe weight further includes a plurality weights disposed within the shoe sleeve, such that the wearer of the shoe is forced to expend greater energy while walking, running, or performing any act involving movement of the foot inserted in the shoe being worn.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.

Abstract: A Pilates reformer accessory that couples with a Pilates reformer. The accessory includes a jumpboard, and in some embodiments, it also includes a ballet bar attachment. Jumpboards of the inventive subject matter have several regions on a surface that help a user practice jumps while using the Pilates reformer. A ballet bar attachment can be coupled with the jumpboard, and the ballet bar attachment can include a latching hinge that enables the ballet bar to be easily repositioned relative to the jumpboard.

Abstract: A treadmill has a base with a vertically displaceable platform. A mechanism is provided that resists the downward movement of the platform in response to a load applied to the platform. The mechanism also rebounds the platform upwardly with a force applied to the platform in response to a decrease of a load on the platform. A support structure enables stable vertical positioning of the platform with respect to the base.

Abstract: A dynamic belt-tensioning apparatus for a treadmill includes a base having a first end and a second end spaced from the first end. A foot-striking platform is movably supported by the base so as to allow vertical movement of the platform during operation of the treadmill. A drive belt has a fixed circumference and is positioned above a top portion of the platform. A drive roller is pivotally mounted adjacent to the first end of the base and engages the drive belt. A tensioning roller is pivotally mounted to the base and is capable of a range of movement to provide substantially constant tension to the drive belt in response vertical movement of the platform.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for enabling a split belt treadmill having two belts to self-pace. A feedback process estimates a first current step speed for a user on each belt by measuring stride length and step duration. A feed-forward process estimates a second current step speed for the user on each belt by measuring three forces and three moment components associated with foot contact with the belt. A command speed for each belt is produced by combining the first and second current step speeds with a Kalman filter. A belt speed associated with each belt is adjusted based upon the command speed.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.

Abstract: A shoulder motion exercise device and method of use having a retainer, a connector, an extender, and a slider. When the user mimics a golf swing, the device aids in the stretching and exercise of at least a shoulder and a portion of the torso.

Abstract: An arm muscular strength training and rehabilitation apparatus has a body, an angle meter, a handle, a force sensing device and a main control unit. The body has a housing and a variable resistance device. The variable resistance device is disposed in the housing. The angle meter is disposed on the variable resistance device. The handle is disposed pivotally on the variable resistance device and has a suspension arm and a handlebar bracket. The force sensing device is disposed on handlebar bracket of the handle. The main control unit connects electrically to the variable resistance device, the angle meter and the force sensing device to receive the angle signal and the force sensing signal and controls resistance of the variable resistance device according to the angle signal and the force sensing signal. The apparatus disposing the force sensing device on the handle prevents measuring time lag and increase measuring precision.

Abstract: A shoe pod includes a positioning component and an altimeter. The positioning component determines geodetic locations of the shoe, whereas the altimeter determines elevations of the shoe. A golf club pod is disposed at the golf club and includes a golf club parameter detector operable to be detachably fastened to the golf club, to detect a golf club head striking surface position and to transmit the detected club parameter signal based on the detected golf club parameter.

Abstract: A sports simulator calculates spin of a sports object using image analysis. A velocity vector is also calculated. These are combined to produce a predicted future trajectory of the sports object. In one embodiment, the sports object is a golf ball and the sports simulator simulates golf.

Abstract: Embodiments are disclosed for a wearable computer with fitness machine connectivity for improved activity monitoring. In an embodiment, a method comprises: establishing, by a processor of a wireless device, a wireless communication connection with a fitness machine; obtaining, by the processor, machine data from the fitness machine; determining, by the processor, a workout session according to the machine data; initiating the workout session on the wireless device; during the workout session: obtaining, from a sensor of the computing device, physiological data of a user of the fitness machine; determining, by the processor, fitness data for the user based on the physiological data, the machine data and at least one user characteristic; and sending, by the processor, the fitness data to the fitness machine.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media for monitoring and motivating physical activity of a user with an electronic device are provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sensor apparatus, comprising: a sensor unit, a wireless communication unit configured to directly or indirectly transmit and receive data to and from an external source, and means for receiving identification information from a sports item while being attached to the sports item, wherein the apparatus is initiate identification of the sports item in response to a trigger from an identification activation element in the sports item.

Abstract: A weight machine sensor includes a force sensor, a position sensor, and a processor. The force sensor is programmed to output a force signal representing a force applied to a pulley-disposed on a cable incorporated into exercise equipment having a stack of weights. The position sensor is programmed to detect motion of the stack of weights and output a position signal representing the motion detected. The processor is programmed to receive the force signal and the rotation signal and determine, from the force signal and the position signal, exercise data including an amount of exercise resistance and a number of repetitions performed.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a sensor, a processor, and a memory configured to store at least one instruction executed by the processor, wherein the processor is configured to collect activity information on a user related to the electronic device by using the sensor, the collecting of the activity information including creating an amount of activity of the user for a specific goal or an activity engagement level for the specific goal by using the activity information, adjust at least one of an output time point, an output cycle, the number of outputs, or the output contents of the activity guide information for the user to an activity guide parameter at least based on the amount of activity or the activity engagement level, and output the activity guide information created by using the adjusted activity guide parameter through an output device operatively connected to the processor.