Abstract: Embodiments include methods of identifying a personalized cardiovascular device based on patient-specific geometrical information, the method comprising acquiring a geometric model of at least a portion of a patient's vascular system; obtaining one or more geometric quantities of one or more blood vessels of the geometric model of the patient's vascular system; determining the presence or absence of a pathology characteristic at a location in the geometric model of the patient's vascular system; generating an objective function defined by a plurality of device variables and a plurality of hemodynamic and solid mechanics characteristics; and optimizing the objective function using computational fluid dynamics and structural mechanics analysis to identify a plurality of device variables that result in desired hemodynamic and solid mechanics characteristics.

Abstract: A gastrointestinal system includes a bracelet type anchor constructed and arranged to reside in a body cavity, a gastrointestinal sleeve configured to expand under a load and contract when the load is removed and a string connecting a bracelet type anchor with the sleeve. Pulling the string transforms the bracelet type anchor from a flexible mode into a rigid state.

Abstract: An adjustable band or clamp or non-adjustable clamp is placed about the greater curvature of the stomach in a vertical orientation. The band or clamp completely compartmentalizes the stomach between a small vertical pouch and the fundus and body of the stomach. The fundus and body of the stomach are excluded from nutrients and are separated from a long narrow channel where the food travels. A small passage at the level of the antrum allows gastric juices to empty from the fundus and body of the stomach. The clamp may be applied during open surgery in laproscopic surgery or using a single port technique, or through any natural orifice in NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic surgery) or using a hybrid surgical technique.

Abstract: A bariatric clamp may include substrate members overmolded in polymer forming first and second elongated portions with insert portions, and a bight portion having a flexible hinge wherein the inserts are engaged via a magnetic force to retain the clamp in a closed position to partition the stomach. In another embodiment, the bariatric clamp may include substrate members overmolded in polymer forming first and second elongated portions and a bight portion having a flexible hinge, wherein the first and second elongated portions are curved to conform to a curvature of a patient's stomach. In another embodiment, the bariatric clamp may include substrate members overmolded in polymer forming first and second elongated portions each having one or more suture portions formed via one or more recesses formed in the substrate members.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are described for fabricating and using an orogatric tube. The orogastric tube may have: a proximal end section; a distal end section opposite the proximal end section, the distal end having a flexible, resilient curved portion; at least one sump channel extending from the proximal end section along a pre-determined length of the orogastric tube to the distal end section; at least one balloon channel extending from the proximal end section along a pre-determined length of the orogastric tube to the distal end section, the balloon channel being in communication with an expandable balloon in the distal end section; and a main channel enclosing a pre-determined length of both the sump channel and the balloon channel.

Abstract: The disclosure features wearable anatomical devices that include a sleeve formed of a first material, one or more conduits connected to the sleeve, where each conduit is formed of a second material and at least partially filled with a third material, and one or more adjustable members connected to the one or more conduits and oriented so that at least some of the one or more adjustable members are connected at multiple locations to the one or more conduits, where the one or more conduits are oriented along a longitudinal direction of the sleeve, where each adjustable member extends in a circumferential direction of the sleeve, and where each adjustable member can be selectively controlled to modify a deformation of the one or more conduits.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method and foot support device for dynamically treating plantar fasciitis in the foot of a patient while enabling patient mobility. The method comprises applying tension to the ball of the foot via a strap held in tension by extending the strap to form a continuous loop, from opposite sides of the knee in the leg of the foot in treatment through an opening in a channel guide member oriented relative to the ball of the foot, with the strap connected at opposite ends thereof to the opposite sides of the knee in alignment with the rotatable joint of the knee and controlling dorsiflexion of the plantar fascia while the patient is mobile by slidably adjusting the position of the strap within the channel guide member in response to the mobility of the patient.

Abstract: A knee brace for supporting and stabilizing a knee. The knee brace includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, a plurality of pivoting brackets, each pivoting bracket pivotably linking the upper frame member to the lower frame member, at least one retention strap, each retention strap holding the knee brace on the knee, a tightening mechanism for controlling the rigidity of the knee brace and the circular compression around the knee, and a receptacle for receiving the tightening mechanism. The receptacle is integrated directly into the lower frame member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a varus/valgus correcting device, and more particularly, to a varus/valgus correcting device devised to correct varus (i.e., genu verum (O-shaped leg)) and valgus (i.e., genu valgum (X-shaped leg)) by rotating tibia and fibula and allow a wearer to easily walk.

Abstract: Wearable assistance devices and methods of operating the same are provided. A wearable assistance device includes an upper-body interface with a front side and a rear side and a lower-body interface with a front side and a rear side. The assistance device also includes one or more elastic members, each of the elastic members mechanically coupling the upper-body interface to the lower-body interface and extending from the rear side of the upper-body interface to the rear side of the lower-body interface and along a back of the user so as to provide an assistive force parallel to the back of the user. Further, the assistance device also includes a clutch mechanism associated with each one of the elastic members, the clutch mechanism configured for selectively adjusting the assistive force provided by the one of the elastic members.

Abstract: A urine collection system is provided for use on a patient support apparatus. The urine collection system comprises a housing and a container for mounting to the housing in a releasable manner.

Abstract: An ostomy pouch holding system that includes: a first hook; a second hook; a pouch holder, where the pouch holder includes a top opening adapted to receive an ostomy pouch; a bottom opening on the pouch holder; and loop connectors at the top edge, where the loop connectors are adapted to receive the first hook and the second hook. The first hook includes a first button and the second hook includes a second button. The loop connectors preferably include a first loop connector on a first side of the top edge and a second loop connector on a second side of the top edge. The pouch holder is preferably made of spandex. The first hook and second hook are adapted for placement on a waist of a trouser.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a hygiene product, in particular a menstrual cup, having a cup body comprising a cup wall defining a receiving space using an inner surface, the cup body comprising on a first end an opening into the receiving space, the opening having an edge, and at a second end, a bottom opposite the opening, and the cup body comprising a generally conical shape, tapering towards the bottom and terminating in a tip. The hygiene product is characterized in that the cup body is rotationally asymmetric and a central axis of the cup body runs curved.

Abstract: This invention provides a nasal device for use while breathing and adapted for insertion within a human nasal cavity, the device comprising: a main body being tubular in shape having a hollow structure which extends from the end of front side to the end of rear side; a front opening portion and a rear opening portion; wherein the hollow structure is in a shape that the rear side becomes narrower towards the front side having a smaller diameter. The nasal device in this invention is easy to carry, which can be placed inside nasal cavity to bring sufficient air into the respiratory tract.

Abstract: An assembly for treating sleep apnea comprising a perforated tube comprising a proximal flare and an expandable distal flute and a perforated outer sheath slidably disposed over said perforated tube and having a second proximal flare and comprising a length shorter than the perforated tube. The distal flute may be goblet shaped or spiral shaped such that it is resistant to collapse of soft tissue at the oropharyngeal area of a patient. The assembly may be deployed through the nostril of a patient.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a body fluid collection device, so as to provide a body fluid collection device which is easy to adhere to a human body, preventing peeling off, and capable of collecting a body fluid such as urine or semen. The body fluid collection device of the present invention includes: a fitting part, which is a sheet having an opening and has a first surface and a second surface; an adhesive layer, disposed on the first surface of the fitting part; and a collection film having an edge having a circumference greater than a circumference of the opening of the fitting part and connected to the second surface of the fitting part in a manner of surrounding the opening of the fitting part. The present invention relates to the technical field of body fluid collection device.

Abstract: Specifically, the invention relates to the discovery and development of an effective cryogenic gastrointestinal triggering device that artificially activates the gastrointestinal tract's involuntary intestinal functions in the application process. Generally, several of the invention's functions relates to a method for decreasing undesirable bacteria in the intestinal tract for achieving a healthy glucose and insulin regulation, inclusive intestinal and body health, and metabolic fitness. The invention has both human and animal application.

Abstract: A microfluidic flow restrictor that uses micron-sized beads to impede flow is described. The flow rate can be adjusted by adding or removing the beads using injection needles through self-sealing ports, one injection needle injecting or aspirating beads and another injection needle pushing or pulling fluid from outside of a bead trap within the flow restrictor. In alternative embodiments, the beads or other filler material can be trapped in a manifold bead trap such that they block a subset of fluid channels of the flow restrictor, allowing fluid to flow freely through the rest of the fluid channels. The flow restrictor can be integrated with a contact lens or implantable medical device for use in dispensing liquid therapeutic agents at flow rates of microliters per minute or moving body fluids at a controlled rate from one part of the body to another.

Abstract: An apparatus for treatment of an eye of a patient by a medication stored in an eye drop dispenser is described. The apparatus includes a supporting platform, an upper leg coupled to the supporting platform at one end of the upper leg, a lower leg coupled to the supporting platform at one end of the lower leg and an eye opening assembly configured to pull an upper eyelid up for exposing the eye to the eye drop dispenser and retaining the eye of the patient in the open position. The supporting platform includes a delivery opening configured for holding an eye drop dispenser therein in the upside-down position. The upper leg is configured for positioning on a forehead above an eyebrow of the patient at the other end of the upper leg. The lower leg is configured for positioning on a top part of a cheek below a lower eyelid.

Abstract: A laser eye surgery system includes a laser to generate a laser beam. A spatial measurement system generates a measurement beam and measure a spatial disposition of an eye. A processor is coupled to the laser and the spatial measurement system, the processor comprising a tangible medium embodying instructions to determine a spatial model of the eye in an eye coordinate reference system based on the measurement beam. The spatial model is mapped from the eye coordinate reference system to a machine coordinate reference system. A laser fragmentation pattern is determined based on a plurality of laser fragmentation parameters. The laser fragmentation pattern and the spatial model is rotated by a first rotation angle such that the spatial model is aligned with the reference axis of the machine coordinate reference system and the rotated laser fragmentation pattern is aligned with the corneal incision.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing ophthalmic laser surgery using a pulsed laser beam is provided. The method includes establishing an initial cutting pattern comprising a plurality of original photodisruption points, establishing an enhanced cutting pattern comprising a plurality of enhanced photodisruption points selected to decrease potential adverse effects due to patient movement and having increased density over a fixed area as compared with the plurality of original photodisruption points, and performing an ocular surgical procedure according to the enhanced cutting pattern Enhanced cutting patterns may include circular cuts around the periphery of a capsule, vertical side cuts for lens fragmentation, raster lamellar cuts, and grid lamellar cuts. Each photodisruption point in the initial cutting pattern and the enhanced cutting pattern comprises a laser target point.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for draining aqueous humor from an eye for reducing intraocular pressure. The draining apparatus comprises a tube defining a passage for fluid flow between an inlet end and an outlet end. An outlet assembly contacts the conjunctival layer externally of the eyeball. The outlet assembly comprises a housing in fluid communication with the outlet end of the tube and having an aperture for allowing egress of aqueous humor onto the external ocular surface. A resistive component is disposed in the housing for providing resistance to a flow of aqueous humor. A pair of tabs project outwardly and are adapted to be disposed subconjunctivally for securing the draining apparatus relative to the eyeball.

Abstract: Disclosed is an eye mask adapted to cover the eyes and the eyelids of a user. The mask includes a main body including an electrical heater and a battery configured to supply the electrical heater and a removable member removably linked to the main body. The removable member includes a wall forming a reservoir provided with retaining orifices adapted to retain a liquid, in particular water, under the effect of the surface tension between the liquid and walls of the orifices. Also disclosed is a method of using such a mask.

Abstract: Composite wound dressings including an activated carbon material, a barrier material layer, a liquid-absorbing material layer and an outer liquid-impermeable layer are disclosed herein. The composite wound dressings include a bond substantially bonding a portion of the liquid-impermeable outer layer and the barrier material layer to the activated carbon containing layer, the bond forming a sealed pouch of un-bonded layer of the composite and encapsulating the liquid-absorbing layer. Methods for manufacturing and using such composite wound dressings to effectuate healing of wounds on humans or other animals are described herein.

Abstract: This application discloses a wound dressing comprising an absorbent layer and a moisture indicator which indicates wound exudate loading within the dressing, wherein the visibility of the moisture indicator changes as a result of a physical transformation of a first material with the dressing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film applicator assembly comprising a film layer and an applicator component for use on skin or mucosal surfaces.

Abstract: A surgical sponge including a sponge material configured an elongate sponge having multiple compressed layers and a flattened shape characterized by a generally flat upper surface, a generally flat lower surface, with the sponge having a thickness that is substantially less than a width of the sponge, one reduced dimension end of the elongate sponge having an end length and reducing in dimension distally along the end length; stitches along the length of the sponge to compress the sponge material and maintain the layers in compression to maintain the flattened shape of the sponge; and a length of stitch material extending from the reduced dimension end to provide a structure that is engageable for use in positioning or removal of the sponge during a surgical procedure.

Abstract: A surgical sponge including sponge material configured in an elongate sponge having at least two layers and a flattened shape characterized by a generally flat upper surface, a generally flat lower surface. The sponge has a thickness that is substantially less than a width of the sponge, a reduced dimension end of the elongate sponge having an end length and reducing in dimension distally along the end length. Stitches are located along the length of the sponge to maintain the flattened shape of the sponge.

Abstract: Exemplary wearable articles including regions with differing visual patterns are disclosed. In one embodiment, an article may comprise an elasticated front chassis region and an elasticated front waistband region, a rear region, a crotch region, and an absorbent body disposed at least partially within the crotch region. The front chassis and front waistband regions may comprise a plurality of elastomeric strands disposed between a first material and a material and are bonded together by a plurality of discrete bonds, at least some of which entrap the strands. The strands of the front chassis region are spaced apart a first distance, while the strands of the front waistband region are spaced apart a second distance, with the second distance being less than the first distance.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system of producing a disposable absorbent article comprising a top sheet, a back sheet, an absorbent core positioned between said top sheet and said back sheet wherein said absorbent core having a core wrap that fully envelopes said absorbent core; said absorbent core comprises a mixture of fluff pulp and superabsorbent polymer (SAP) wherein said absorbent core having composition of SAP higher than composition of fluff pulp, and said SAP is having an Absorbency Under Load (AUL) above 17 g/g at 0.7 psi.

Abstract: An absorbent pant is provided with a containment system defined by a wearing-facing surface of the absorbent pant. The containment system comprises at least one of the following: a pleated section comprising a plurality of pleats; a channeled section comprising a plurality of alternating ridges and channels; and/or a bubbled section comprising a plurality of hemispherical-shaped bubbles aligned in a plurality of rows.

Abstract: A fluid distribution material for use in an absorbent article includes a formed film layer, with a basis weight of between about 10 gsm and about 25 gsm, a user-facing side, and a garment-facing side. The formed film layer includes a plurality of apertured protuberances, numbering 10 to 40 per linear inch. The garment-facing side has a plurality of apertures aligned with the plurality of apertured protuberances, with land areas therebetween. A nonwoven layer, with a basis weight of between about 10 gsm and about 15 gsm, is laminated to the garment-facing side of the formed film layer. The nonwoven layer includes a plurality of fibers adjacent the land areas. Fibers adjacent the land areas are gathered a higher density than fibers located adjacent the plurality of apertures. The fluid distribution material has a compressibility of less than 10% between pressures of 0.21 psi and 0.60 psi.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to absorbent garments having a dryness layer that can comprise one or more laminates and one or more channels to facilitate liquid acquisition and retention. Laminate(s) can include an absorbent lamina disposed between substrate laminae, each comprising tissue and/or a nonwoven. Some dryness layers can have a folded laminate that defines a longitudinally-extending channel. Some dryness layers can have two or more laminate strips that are laterally spaced apart along a width of the dryness layer such that one or more longitudinally-extending channels are defined therebetween.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for storing a feminine hygiene article wherein one or more such feminine hygiene articles are received into a container. A feminine hygiene article is then restricted from forward movement so that one or more feminine hygiene articles are not accidentally discharged from container.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a dispenser and/or applicator. In some embodiments, the dispenser and/or applicator includes a nozzle and a cap. In some embodiments, the dispenser and/or applicator is used to dispense a bandage or dressing composition that forms a durable film bandage or skin protectant.

Abstract: Devices, kits and methods described herein may be for treatment to skin, including but not limited to wound healing, the treatment, amelioration, and/or prevention of scars or keloids. An applicator and/or tensioning device may be used to apply a dressing to a subject. The applicator and/or tensioning device applies and/or maintains a strain in an elastic dressing, wherein at least some of the strain is out-of-plane or at a non-orthogonal, non-parallel and non-aligned orientation to other strains in the dressing.

Abstract: A transport incubator comprising an incubator, frame, and supporting components. The incubator is self-leveling, vibrationally isolated, and features active noise canceling or reduction. The frame is composed of lightweight composites and features composite air tanks.

Abstract: A device to provide assistance in transferring and standing includes a knee-fixing unit wrapped around and supporting either the knee area or at least the front and sides of the lower leg area from knee to ankle of a care-receiver; a pelvis support wrapped around at least the buttocks or a section from the pelvis to thighs of said care-receiver in a manner that prevents slippage from said pelvis support from slipping off; and left and right pulling bands. Each band having two connecting ends attached to the side of a thigh section and the side of a hip section of said pelvis support respectively so that said bands are positioned above and below the greater trochanter when said care-receiver is being pulled up during transfer/standing assistance and are positioned in front of and behind the greater trochanter when said care-receiver is seated.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stand-up wheelchair, comprising a chassis and a stand-up frame articulated to the chassis. The stand-up frame comprises a first and a second parallelogram lever whose front ends are articulated to the chassis and can be pivoted around a first and a second joint point, and upon whose rear ends the backrest is hinged at a third and fourth joint point.

Abstract: There is provided a backrest pivoting system having a backrest and an actuator for pivoting the backrest. The actuator is pivotably connected to the backrest by a pivot defining a first pivot axis. The backrest is configured to pivot about a guide member which defines a second pivot axis coaxial with the first pivot axis. There is also provided a backrest pivoting system including an actuator and a resilient member mounted in series with the actuator. There is also provided an extendable user support assembly comprising a lower body support panel and a core support panel supported by a frame, the lower body support panel being translatable relative to the frame such that an opening is created between the lower body support panel and the core support panel when the lower body support panel is translated away from the core support panel. There is also provided a method for placing a bed in a vascular position.

Abstract: A supporting device for enema administration utility model may be used for enema administration in colon irrigation and can be used for self-administration of hydrocolonotherapy and other similar procedures. The device may be configured to retain or support a user in Fowler's position during enema administration. In some embodiments, the device may include a base having a supporting plate, and a scallop may be disposed on the supporting plate. A scallop may be configured with an arc shape which may generally resemble the arc shape of the bottom of a bowl of a toilet so that the scallop may be positioned around portions of the bowl to minimize spaces or gaps between the supporting plate and the bowl. One or more, such as four, legs may be coupled to the base. A backrest may be coupled to the base and the backrest may be angled relative to the supporting plate.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides apparatus and method for improving rehabilitation of patients with limited mobility. The apparatus comprises a foam block, with a plurality of foam support pylons thereon, creating a nearly planar top cut according to the support pylons. The foam support pylons have the desirable effect of mitigating pressure and blood pooling at undesirable sites on the patient's body. The method comprises creating such a foam block and placing it under the patient's body in the patient's bed. The support pylons may have sensors or be capable of receiving changes to their physical structure to further facilitate rehabilitation. This can be achieved using electrical wires running through trenches between the support pylons.

Abstract: A flexible fabric sling for use by two attendants in lifting and transporting a person with limited mobility, the sling including a thigh band releasably securable about the person's thighs, a torso band releasably securable about the person's torso, a dorsal strap extending between the thigh band and the torso band, and handles graspable by the attendants. The length of the dorsal strap is adjustable to accommodate persons of different heights.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a single-use container (200) manufactured from sheet material, the single-use container comprising: a base (206), wherein the base is flat and forms a surface on which the single-use container can stand,—a front wall (201), a right wall (202), a left wall (203) and a rear wall (204) which extend upward from the base, wherein the front wall and the rear wall are convex, and wherein the right wall and left wall are concave, an upper end (207) which connects the front wall, right wall, left wall and rear wall.

Abstract: An apparatus may include a first layer that includes a plurality of inlets and a surface feature; a second layer, where the surface feature opposes the second layer; an outlet, and a pattern defined on at least one of the first layer and the second layer, where the pattern defines a suction path from each inlet of the plurality of inlets to the outlet.

Abstract: A limb holder comprising: a mounting bracket for attachment to a surgical table; a mounting element comprising a spheroidal surface for attachment to said mounting bracket; a clamping assembly for providing a clamping engagement about said spheroidal surface of said mounting element, said clamping assembly comprising an upper jaw and a lower jaw, wherein said upper jaw and said lower jaw are biased towards one another so as to provide said clamping engagement about said sphereoidal surface of said mounting element; a limb support element mounted to said clamping assembly via a support rod; a release mechanism mounted to said support rod and connected to said clamping assembly for selectively releasing said clamping engagement of said clamping assembly about said sphereoidal surface of said mounting element, whereby to allow said limb support element to be repositioned relative to said mounting element and hence repositioned relative to the surgical table; and a locking gas cylinder having a first end and a se

Abstract: A seat including: a seat surface portion having first and second support surfaces; and a switching mechanism, wherein the seat surface portion is switched by the switching mechanism between: a first posture in which the seat surface portion is brought down to the front side such that the first support surface is in a low position where a seated person is capable of sitting thereon by lowering a hip, and a second posture in which the seat surface portion is brought up to the rear side from the first posture such that the second support surface is in a high position where the seated person in a standing posture is capable of sitting thereon, and wherein a vibration device which is configured to apply vibration corresponding to music to a body of the seated person is disposed at an inner side of the second support surface.

Abstract: The decompression chair will allow a user to help straighten and support their back for pain relief while they sit. The decompression chair carefully stretches and aligns the body by pulling back the shoulders, supporting the lumbar region, holding the neck and lower legs and raising the upper back. The decompression chair of the present invention has an adjustable back rest for optimal angles and collapses for easy storage at home. Adjustable straps, back supports and foot pads ensure an optimal fit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for moving an exoskeleton (1) receiving a human operator, said exoskeleton (1) having a plurality of degrees of freedom including at least one degree of freedom actuated and at least one non-actuated degree of freedom, the method being characterised in that it comprises the implementation of steps of: (a) when a start request is received, generating and emitting a command to at least one of said actuators so as to put the exoskeleton (1) in a tipping state; (b) in a database stored in data storage means (12) of triplets of: a set of virtual requirements on said actuated degrees of freedom, a controller for said exoskeleton (1) capable of generating commands of said actuators so as to fulfil said virtual requirements by implementing at least one attracting stable trajectory, a stability pool formed by all the points from which the execution of said controller allows a convergence to said attracting stable trajectory; identifying a set of virtual requirements such

Abstract: An advanced physiotherapy walking assistant on wheels, reconfigurable for multiple medical rehabilitation and physiotherapy purposes to provide the user with adequate body support in an upright position, and optimal bipedal mobility. The walking assist device is equipped with calibrated helical springs, placed between an adjusting unit for vertical movement screw and the portal frames, thus providing a floating body support instead of a rigid support, in order to thus enable the accompaniment of the vertical thoracic movement resulting from walking, and a readjustment of the level of body support of the patient. The walking assist device comprises a base frame on four castor wheels, an articulatable upper rail frame assembly positioned by means of removable support tubes, assembly or portal frame for pelvic support, an assembly or portal frame for underarm support, and calibrated helical springs supported by two track portals.