Patents Issued in May 14, 2020
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Publication number: 20200146846Abstract: An instrument with an implant holder disposed between a pair of tongs is provided. The implant holder may include a sleeve mechanically coupled to a distal end of a drive shaft and a pair of arms pivotably disposed within the sleeve. Movement of the sleeve in the distal direction pivots the pair of arms towards each other to grip the implant and movement of the sleeve in the proximal direction pivots the arms away from each other to automatically release the implant from the implant holder. The instrument may also include a dual mode drive shaft advancement mechanism that allows the implant holder to be advanced via an impact on the drive shaft from a tool such as a hammer or by rotation of the drive shaft.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Alphatec Spine, IncInventor: Scott Robinson
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Publication number: 20200146847Abstract: A time-dependent decay behavior is incorporated into one or more joint actuator control parameters during operation of a lower-extremity, prosthetic, orthotic or exoskeleton device. These parameters may include joint equilibrium, joint impedance (e.g., stiffness, damping) and/or joint torque components (e.g., gain, exponent). The decay behavior may be exponential, linear, piecewise, or may conform to any other suitable function. Embodiments presented herein are used in a control system that emulates biological muscle-tendon reflex response providing for Reflex Parameter Modulation a natural walking experience. Further, joint impedance may depend on an angular rate of the joint. Such a relationship between angular rate and joint impedance may assist a wearer in carrying out certain activities, such as standing up and ascending a ladder.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: BIONX MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Hugh Miller Herr, Zhixiu Han, Christopher Eric Barnhart, Richard J. Casler, JR.
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Publication number: 20200146848Abstract: A method includes fixing at least one sensor to a body part of a person, sending signals, with the at least one sensor, to an electronic data processing device, the signals containing measurement data and an individual sensor identifier, and determining, with the electronic data processing device, the body part on which the sensor is arranged or is to be arranged, and allocating the measurement data of the at least one sensor to the body part.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Ottobock SE & Co. KGaAInventors: Filip SZUFNAROWSKI, Erik ALBRECHT-LAATSCH, Michael NOLTE, Christian WILL, Jens DRIESEBERG, Christopher BARTELS-SELLERING
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Publication number: 20200146849Abstract: In a communication system for controlling a powered human augmentation device, a parameter of the powered device is adjusted within a gait cycle by wirelessly transmitting a control signal thereto, whereby the adjusted parameter falls within a target range corresponding to that parameter. The target range is selected and the device parameters are controlled such that the powered device can normalize or augment human biomechanical function, responsive to a wearer's activity, regardless of speed and terrain and, in effect, provides at least a biomimetic response to the wearer of the powered device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Zhixiu Han, Christopher Eric Barnhart, David Adams Garlow, Adrienne Bolger, Hugh Miller Herr, Gary Girzon, Richard J. Casler, Jennifer T. McCarthy
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Publication number: 20200146850Abstract: A lattice or solid structure for a medical device includes a first layer of first filaments discretely formed from at least one medical-grade silicone material. The first filaments are arranged in a predetermined pattern and may be directly adjacent to one another or spaced apart. Additional layers of filaments may be provided adjacent to the first layer, and chemically bonded thereto to form an integrated structure that is without interruption or with interstices therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Sigurdur ASGEIRSSON, Jiri DLAB, Larus SIGFUSSON, Rowan CAIN, Stefan Orn STEFANSSON, Andri ORRASON, Linda Ros BIRGISDOTTIR, Hogna HRINGSDOTTIR
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Publication number: 20200146851Abstract: A vacuum suspension system includes a foot cover having a heel portion and a pump system located in the heel portion. The pump system includes upper and lower sections arranged to move in an axial direction relative to one another and a pump mechanism operatively connected to and positioned between the upper and lower sections. When the heel portion is loaded in stance the pump mechanism moves from an original configuration in which the volume of a fluid chamber defined by the pump mechanism is zero or near-zero, to an expanded configuration in which the volume of the fluid chamber is increased.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Atli Orn SVERRISSON, Larus GUNNSTEINSSON, Gudfinna HALLDORSDOTTIR, Hafsteinn JONASSON, Dadi GRANZ, Dana Stewart MARLIN
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Publication number: 20200146852Abstract: Systems and method for delivering and deploying an expandable stent to treat Intracranial atherosclerotic disease (ICAD) involving large and medium-sized blood vessels. The disclosed systems include a catheter, a shaft comprising a distal end disposed within the catheter, an expandable stent comprising a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the shaft is coupled to the expandable stent and the shaft is disposed within the expandable stent, and a plurality of struts, wherein a first end of each strut is coupled to the shaft and a second end of each strut is coupled to the expandable stent. Longitudinal movement of the shaft relative to the expandable stent extends the plurality of struts radially outward and expands the expandable stent, similar to umbrella. The plurality of struts provides radial force to the expandable stent in an expanded configuration to the vessel walls of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Radoslav I. Raychev, Eric P. Stoppenhagen, Mark Dias
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Publication number: 20200146853Abstract: An intravascular stent includes cut-outs forming segmented patterns of the stent construction at the same time form the elongated lines of the main segment situated around the longitudinal stent axis and are connected via U-shaped connecting elements. This creates around the longitudinal axis of the stent a geometric pattern resembling a meander of gentle edges, and the two curves in the shape of a the letter “V” with rounded edges. The stent also includes an oval plate form a connecting segment to connect with the connecting elements of the elongated lines of the main segment, wherein every next main segment is a mirror reflection of the previous segment and in that the curves of the connecting element shaped like the letter “V” with rounded edges are a mutual mirror reflection in relation to the oval plate of the connecting segment. The stents can include a covering of various drugs.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Maciej Gagat, Alina Grzanka, Dariusz Grzanka
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Publication number: 20200146854Abstract: A system for reshaping a valve annulus includes an elongate template having a length along a longitudinal axis and at least one concavity in a generally lateral direction along said length. The pre-shaped template is positioned against at least a region of an inner peripheral wall of the valve annulus, and at least one anchor on the template is advanced into a lateral wall of the valve annulus to reposition at least one segment of the region of the inner peripheral wall of the valve annulus into said concavity. In this way, a peripheral length of the valve annulus can be foreshortened and/or reshaped to improve coaption of the valve leaflets and/or to eliminate or decrease regurgitation of a valve.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Elixir Medical CorporationInventors: Motasim Sirhan, Vinayak Bhat, Joseph Paraschac, Benjamyn Serna, John Yan, Brett Cryer
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Publication number: 20200146855Abstract: A method of deploying a stent device into an aorta of a patient includes positioning a distal portion of the stent device at least beyond the left subclavian artery into the descending aorta by axially translating a distal end of a rod of a deployment device into the aorta. The stent device is engaged with the deployment device in an initial configuration about the rod. The axial translation occurs in a direction extending from the aortic arch into the descending aorta. The stent device further includes a stent portion in fluid engagement with the distal portion. The stent portion and the distal portion define an uncovered open cell surface. The stent device further includes a proximal portion in fluid engagement with the stent portion. A collar is defined at a terminal end of the proximal portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Ali Shahriari, Eric Leopold
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Publication number: 20200146856Abstract: The device has a body with a tail portion, a wheel for rotating a screw, a screw, a slider with threaded elements and a scale for identifying the position of the slider and a resilient tensioning member with elastic locking members disposed thereon, a wedge piece consisting of two elements, a spring and a lock button, arranged inside the body. When preparing the device for use, the coronary stent is first inserted on a delivery system into the device; the coronary stent is then manually maneuvered on the delivery system to the injured site of the coronary artery, the delivery system is locked in the device, and the stent is positioned in the coronary artery using the rotation wheel.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2017Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: SEVEN SONS LTD. R.N. 515985570 (THE "COMPANY")Inventor: Iliay Vladimirovich SEMISYNOV
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Publication number: 20200146857Abstract: The device is of a body with a truncated anterior portion and a cylindrical posterior portion having a thread on the inside surface thereof, a gripper having vanes and having a pressure protuberance at one end and a protuberance on guides of the gripper at the other end, a release member with a pressure surface, vanes and a clamp in the anterior portion of the body. When preparing the device for use, the coronary stent is first inserted on a delivery system into the device; the coronary stent is then manually maneuvered on the delivery system to the injured site of the coronary artery, the delivery system is locked in the device by an operator pressing on the pressure surface of the clamp, and then the stent is positioned in the coronary artery by circumferential rotation of the cylindrical posterior portion of the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2017Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: SEVEN SONS LTD. R.N. 515985570 (THE "COMPANY")Inventors: Sergei Alexandrovich SARANIN, Anton Alexandrovich KOBAK
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Publication number: 20200146858Abstract: A catheter is provided that includes first and second balloons on a catheter shaft. The first balloon includes a cylindrical main section extending between first and second ends thereof defining a first interior communicating with an inflation lumen of the catheter shaft, and a second balloon including a first end attached to the catheter shaft adjacent the first end of the first balloon and a second end extending over the main section of the first balloon such that the second balloon defines a second interior. The first balloon includes openings in the membrane of the first balloon that are located within the second interior to allow inflation media delivered through the inflation lumen to enter the first interior to inflate the first balloon and pass through the one or more openings into the second interior to inflate the second balloon sequentially or simultaneously with the first balloon.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Jake Wolenberg, Archimedes Sanati, Farhad Khosravi
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Publication number: 20200146859Abstract: Systems and methods to place a prosthesis to have a preselected overlap with a receiving structure are provided. In one embodiment, a delivery system may include a primary sheath comprising a primary sheath lumen. The delivery system may further include a secondary sheath comprising a secondary sheath lumen. The primary sheath may be at least partially received within the secondary sheath lumen such that the primary sheath may translate longitudinally within the secondary sheath lumen. The delivery system may further include a prosthesis having proximal and distal ends and being received within the primary sheath lumen adjacent to the primary sheath distal end in a contracted delivery state. The delivery system may further include a length reference mechanism that indicates a length of the primary sheath distal end that extends distal to the secondary sheath distal end during the contracted delivery state of the prosthesis.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: COOK MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES LLCInventors: Blayne A. Roeder, Stephan Haulon, Jarin Andrew Kratzberg, Kevin Wilger
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Publication number: 20200146860Abstract: Delivery systems and methods for deploying an implantable device are disclosed, which can include a delivery device having an outer tubular member and an inner assembly. The inner assembly is disposed within and is slidably movable relative to the outer tubular member. The inner assembly can include a pusher at a distal portion. The pusher abuts and restricts proximal movement, relative to the inner assembly, of a crimped implantable device within the outer tubular member. The pusher can include a slot to accommodate a suture binding mechanism of the implantable device. The delivery device can include a tip disposed at a distal end. The tip includes a tip transition zone. The inner sheath and outer tubular member can each have sections of distinct rigidity along their lengths with transition zones between the sections. A transition zone of the outer tubular member and a transition zone of the inner sheath can be longitudinally offset.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Zeke Eller, Thomas Patrick Robinson, Barton Gill, Darla Gill, Bryan K. Elwood
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Publication number: 20200146861Abstract: A tissue wall of a biological lumen may be reinforced by embedding a material or structure into the tissue wall. The reinforcement material or structure may embed by application of outwardly directed force along an interior side of the tissue wall, threading, or injection. The reinforcement material or structure may act as an embedded scaffold that limits expansion or contraction of the tissue wall to pushing or pulling forces. An anchor device, such as a medical device, may anchor to the reinforced portion of the tissue wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: ENDOBETES INC.Inventors: Marc Bessler, Ryan Hanlon, Zachary Tyler Melanson
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Publication number: 20200146862Abstract: An elbow brace is retrofitted to provide a motor-hinged orthotic elbow brace that stabilizes the elbow of a user and provides assisted motion to prevent or reduce buildup of scar tissue and maintain the range of motion of the elbow. A user interface is coupled to the brace for tracking exercises and the angle of the elbow brace. The orthotic elbow brace can also assist the patient in moving the arm at one or more predetermined angles according to physician instructions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: L. Daniel Latt, Michael Cameron Sveiven, Blakeley Louise Koziol, Carissa Liana Grijalva, Justin Hsieh, Adriana Barreda, Timothy Shimon
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Publication number: 20200146863Abstract: A device for treating dysarthrosis includes a first base having one side surface for the heel of a human foot to be attached thereon; a second base having one end disposed on the side surface of the first base and one side surface for the sole of the human foot to be attached thereon; a push portion disposed on the second base and having an abutting surface corresponding in position to an outer side of the first toe of the human foot and configured to abut against an outer side of the first metatarsophalangeal joint of the first toe to be moved between a first position and a second position; and a support portion disposed on the second base and having one end located between the first toe and the second toe of the human foot for abutting against one side of the first toe.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Wan-Hsi SHIH
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Publication number: 20200146864Abstract: An orthosis includes a footplate having a heel portion, a midfoot portion, and a longitudinal axis extending between the heel and midfoot portions. A first deflection zone is defined along a length of the footplate anterior of the heel portion and through which the footplate is arranged to flex during gait to accommodate dorsiflexion of a foot of a user positioned on the footplate. At least one strut is connected to the heel portion of the footplate and extends upwardly therefrom and a connecting portion connects the at least one strut to the heel portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Harry Duane ROMO, Jonathan WALBORN, Jamal ABDUL-HAFIZ
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Publication number: 20200146865Abstract: An orthosis (1) for support of a patient's wrist, hand and/or fingers, comprising a substantially rigid wire frame (2) which is shaped and configured to directly engage a patient's wrist, hand and/or fingers in snug fashion for support thereof. The wire frame (2) comprises one or more longitudinally extendible and retractable wire frame adjusters (3) for loosening or tightening the wire frame (2), wherein each of the wire frame adjusters (3) comprises a first frame end section (4) and a second frame end section (5) in side-by-side engagement, wherein the first and second frame end sections (4,5) are laterally immovable whilst being longitudinally movable with respect to each other. Each of the wire frame adjusters (3) is positioned at a predetermined location with respect to the wire frame (2) for providing longitudinal extension and retraction thereof at the predetermined location.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: WE Design Beheer B.V.Inventor: Wouter Robin Engelshoven
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Publication number: 20200146866Abstract: The present invention involves a garment for enveloping at least in part a joint, for example a knee of a leg. Comprising a belt disposed to fit about a body part, for example the waist, of the user, a plurality of inextensible web portions and a tension member are disposed longitudinally along a corresponding predetermined curved three-dimensional spatial path within or on a matrix of a garment fabric along the leg. The path spatially relates the first tension member to at least one natural ligament of the knee, at least one of the plurality of inextensible web portions being disposed to apply pressure to the medial side of the knee. The tension member is anchored by the triceps surae of the leg and to the belt via a tensioner. A second tension member may be incorporated in the garment leg to apply pressure to the lateral side of the knee.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Zachary EBERWEIN, Kevin REILLY, Scott MORGAN, Nick RUTCKYJ
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Publication number: 20200146867Abstract: A spinal orthosis includes a rear panel, and first and second belt members securing to the rear panel. The first and second belt members each define a first end secured to a first side of the rear panel and a second end having a foldable portion adapted to fold over a first surface of the first and second belt members and secure to the first surface to reduce a length of the first and second belt members. First and second front closures are secured to the second ends of the first and second belt members, respectively, and arranged for removably securing to one another to form a continuously circumferential loop with the rear panel and the first and second belt members. A kit or method may be provided for sizing the belt members with a sizing device for forming a predetermined distance between the first and second belt members.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Harry Duane ROMO, Valgeir PETURSSON, Zachariah J. KLUTTS
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Publication number: 20200146868Abstract: System, devices, and methods for correcting ingrown nails are disclosed. A system includes a first anchor and a second anchor configured to be coupled to opposing sides of an ingrown nail of an end user. A first brace and a second brace are configured to be removably coupled to respective ones of the first and second anchors. An elastic loop is secured between the protrusions of the braces to apply continuous tension to the braces. The tension is distributed to the nail through the anchors to which the braces are coupled. The amount of tension applied to the nail can be selected by selecting different elastic loops to attach to the braces. The tension provided by the elastic loops corrects the ingrown nail over time without pain to the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Jordan Schweitzer
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Publication number: 20200146869Abstract: A wheelchair body harness system and method for manufacturing such system comprising a vest portion and seat area created by a strap secured between a patient's legs. The wheelchair body harness may contain a zipper along the center of the patient's chest and abdomen area of the vest portion. Adjustable side and shoulder panels may also be included to accommodate patients of different sizes. The wheelchair body harness may contain straps and buckle members across the patient's sides and shoulders that correspond to straps and buckle members located on a wheelchair or wheelchair insert. The vest portion may contain a Velcro section on the posterior side to adhere to a Velcro back of a wheelchair or wheelchair insert. The vest portion may also contain snap parts interspersed throughout the Velcro section to snap onto mating snap parts on the Velcro back of the wheelchair or wheelchair insert.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Edwin Torres
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Publication number: 20200146870Abstract: An erectile dysfunction treatment system comprises a main cylinder, an angled proximal end extending from one end of the main cylinder, a weighted distal end extending from the opposite end of the main cylinder, and at least one vacuum line attachment connected to and extending from the main cylinder. The proximal end may be attachable and may assume numerous shapes and angles to accommodate insertion of the penis. The distal end may also be attachable and may include varying weights to apply traction to the penis when in use. Use of the erectile dysfunction treatment system involves choosing the angle of the proximal end, choosing the weight of the distal end, inserting the penis, applying vacuum, allowing the weighted and evacuated device to apply traction to the penis for a therapeutic amount of time, and finally allowing air to return into the evacuated device and removing the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Sergio Castaneda
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Publication number: 20200146871Abstract: A sterile dual-purpose closed intermittent urinary catheter system that may be used as either a drain line or a collection bag. A catheter resides within an inner cavity of an extensible sheath and may be extracted from a forward end through an outlet hub for insertion into the urethra. A valve at a rearward end of the sheath may be opened to permit the sheath to function as a drain line, or closed to permit the sheath to function as a collection bag. The sheath has an extended length substantially longer than the catheter length, and may be compressed in an accordion fashion or folded to a compact packaged shape. The urine may be collected in the sheath with the valve closed, or drained straight into a toilet with the valve open. The system may have a source of lubrication to wet the catheter.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Timothy A. Palmer
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Publication number: 20200146872Abstract: The disclosure belongs to the field of aerospace technology, and in particular relates to a method of urination and defecation in space. The method may include: forming a sealed space between a spacesuit below the waist and above the two thighs and the human skin before an astronaut urinates or defecates, and using, by the astronauts, the sealed space to urinate or defecate. The disclosure can confine the excrements in a small sealed space, and the operation thereof is simple, convenient and fast, and no excessive cost is required, and no pollution is caused in the spacesuit and the cabin, facilitating the astronauts' work in space.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Ansheng JIA
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Publication number: 20200146873Abstract: The new and improved mouth guard of the invention comprises a flexible mouth guard having a channel for one's teeth and an integral flexible bubble that protrudes from the upper or lower front teeth. The bubble is positioned around and under the upper two to four front teeth or around and above the lower two to four front teeth. The flexible bubble preferably of flexible polymer or plastic material prevents the upper and lower posterior teeth from engaging thereby preventing the clenching and grinding of bruxism. The multiple bubbles absorb shock and assists in preventing trauma and dental issues.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: KAREN ROTH
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Publication number: 20200146874Abstract: A mandibular advancement splint) MAS) including dentition engagement units, each having a face for operatively abutting a complementary face of the other, and an opposed dentition engagement face which is adapted to positively engage the maxillary or mandibular dentition. A plane of abutment of the faces is approximately normal to the sagittal plane to facilitate sliding displacement of one engagement unit relative to the other. The MAS further includes at least one elastic element configured to operatively exert a user-configurable urging force between said dentition engagement units, so that the mandibular dentition is biased forward and along said abutment plane relative to the maxillary dentition when the splint is in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Stewart Cullen, Christopher Charles Pantin, Valerie Patricia Pantin
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Publication number: 20200146875Abstract: An oral device for treating obstructive sleep apnea is generally described. In an embodiment, the oral device includes an anchoring member, a lip sealing member and an air transmission member configured to receive and transmit air to a user. The air transmission member may divide and distribute the air to multiple locations within the user's oral cavity. The anchoring member is configured to receive a dentition of the user. According to some embodiments, the lip sealing member may include an inner lip seal and an outer lip seal. The inner and outer lip seals are customized to the user's lips and may be slidably received on the air transmission member. Thus, the lip sealing member is configured to provide a substantially airtight seal for the user's lips, thereby limiting and/or inhibiting air exchange between the user's lips.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Achaemenid, LLCInventor: Reza Radmand
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Publication number: 20200146876Abstract: Delivery systems and methods for forming and delivering biomaterials from two components are described herein. In particular, apparatus and methods for performing controlled delivery of multicomponent delivery of biomaterials into or onto a body part, such as a body lumen are described. More specifically, in some embodiments, the apparatus and methods are directed towards controlled delivery of micro-volumes of biomaterials into or onto a target location, the micro-volumes being defined as 0.001 mL-1 mL (or 1 ?L-1,000 ?L) of volume.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Contraline, Inc.Inventors: Gregory GROVER, Kevin S. EISENFRATS
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Publication number: 20200146877Abstract: Device for the extracorporeal controlling of the temperature of patients by transmitting heat between a fluid and a transmission medium, having a primary circuit having a primary unit (102, 201) for receiving the fluid, and a secondary circuit having a secondary unit (104, 200) which includes connectors (240, 242) for infeeding and outfeeding the transmission medium, wherein the secondary unit (104, 200) is capable of being fastened to the primary unit (102, 201) and has nozzles (206) for configuring an impingement flow, said nozzles (206), in the case of a secondary unit (104, 200) being fastened to the primary unit (102, 201), being directed in the direction of the primary unit (102, 201).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: LAUDA DR. R. WOBSER GMBH & CO. KGInventor: Kristofer Braun
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Publication number: 20200146878Abstract: A scalp cooling apparatus, method, and system that may include an inner scalp cap, an intermediate scalp covering, and an outer scalp cap. The inner scalp cap may be fluidly coupled to a cooling device, that would allow a cooling fluid to traverse the fluid chambers within a set of sections of the inner scalp cap. The inner scalp covering can be constructed of a thermally conductive material. The intermediate scalp covering can be constructed of a thermally neutral material. The outer scalp covering can be constructed of a thermally resistant material. The outer scalp covering may have a first securing mechanism, and a second securing mechanism, that allow the outer scalp covering to be dynamically adjusted and secured against a patient's scalp via the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism. The inner scalp cap may be created from a scan of a patient's head, that can then be utilized as an interpolated parametric model may be utilized to generate an output file.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: William Cronin, Jim McKinney, Rickard Norenstam, Robert J. Lang
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Publication number: 20200146879Abstract: The hilotherapy wrap includes a conventional removable internal water bladder, an exterior cloth cover enclosing the bladder and a detachable strap assembly that allows the wrap to be donned and doffed by the user without assistance and using only one arm. The strap assembly includes a pair of elastic straps detachably connected to the cover by hook and loop fasteners affixed to a strap anchor and one of the strap ends. The strap assembly also includes a quick connect buckles and a slide or D-ring that allows both ends of the straps to be connected to the cover before tensioned snugly around the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Anthony Terence Varda
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Publication number: 20200146880Abstract: A personal portable cooling system and method which includes a device which rapidly cools the joints, extremities, chest, or head of a given patient and a coolant, such as a can of compressed gas/liquid is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Joseph Jones
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Publication number: 20200146881Abstract: Embodiments provide a moldable warming device, including a heating disc; a first harmonic resonance frequency stimulation vibration generator (RFSVG); a coupling device; a mask configured to hold the heating disc, the first harmonic RFSVG, and the coupling device for use in parallel utility; and a sensor array, the sensor array configured to determine tuning parameters of a vibration and heating profile of a user's individual eyelid, periorbital, and nasal three-dimensional anatomy and surface topography. According to at least one embodiment, the moldable warming device is configured to provide an eyelid surface and periorbital structures with therapeutic warmth, and the first harmonic RFSVG is configured to provide tuned harmonic resonance or non-resonance frequency stimulation vibration over the user's nasal bridge area through the user's nasal bone such that nasal sensory nerves are stimulated to induce tear production reflex in the user's lacrimal function unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: EYEDETEC MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Barry J. Linder, Ronald D. Linder, James L. Dippo, Rubin D. Linder, John A. Scholl, Vance Thompson
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Publication number: 20200146882Abstract: Disclosed is a temperature providing device including a housing body, a plurality of temperature transmitters transmitting different temperatures to an outside of the housing body, and a temperature adjusting unit adjusting a temperature of each of the plurality of temperature transmitters.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: NUNAPS INC.Inventors: Dong Ho KIM, Dong Wha KANG
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Publication number: 20200146883Abstract: Wearable device is disclosed to quickly deliver thermal treatment. port. A separate material or component is later added through a port at point of injury or a medical event. Wearable thermal device comprises: at least one containment pack of selected shape; containment pack(s) contains a selected amount of first material (preloaded component); at least one port is attached to containment pack(s) configured to accept a second material (second component); and said second material is added through said at least one port to create a chemical reaction when combined with said first material. In one embodiment, first material needed to create an endothermic reaction is a selected amount of ammonium nitrate contained within wearable hypothermic treating device. A port or valve is configured to accept water. When a selected amount ammonium nitrate is combined with water a selected amount of thermal mass is created.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Stanley A. Sansone
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Publication number: 20200146884Abstract: The present disclosure refers to a non-shivering cryothermogenesis method for locally reducing adipose tissue of a subject's body, including: (a) applying at least one applicator to the subject's skin; (b) applying at least one additional applicator to a local region wherein adipose tissue reduction is desired; (c) the applicator maintaining skin superficial temperature between 4° C. and 12° C.; and (d) applying the applicators for a total period of time between 20 and 60 min.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2017Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Suvaddhana Sarin LOAP
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Publication number: 20200146885Abstract: [Object] To provide an image processing device, an image processing method, and an image processing program that make it possible to perform an appropriate operation according to a procedure. [Solving Means] An image processing device according to the present technology includes: an image recognition section that performs an image recognition with respect to a front image that is a captured image of an eye; a display information generator that generates display information; and a controller that controls at least one of a cross-sectional information acquisition section or the display information generator according to a selected procedure, the cross-sectional information acquisition section acquiring cross-sectional information regarding a cross section of an eye.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Sony CorporationInventors: Tomoyuki OOTSUKI, Tatsumi SAKAGUCHI, Junichiro ENOKI, Yoshio SOMA
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Publication number: 20200146886Abstract: A first sponge device for use to manipulate and prepare the surface of the epithelium of an eye prior to application of an ophthalmic solution has a handle and a sponge head secured to the handle. The head is made of an absorbent, wicking sponge material and has a non-sharp, tissue preparation surface of predetermined shape for rubbing across the surface of the epithelium layer in order to manipulate the tissue. After the surface is prepared, a second, holding sponge is placed over the eye to act as a reservoir and to hold ophthalmic solution against the eye surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Roy S. RUBINFELD, Wayne KORTEWEG
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Publication number: 20200146887Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for delivering highly focused photodisruptive laser pulses with pulse durations <50 picoseconds into the anterior chamber angle region of an eye, creating channels into various anatomical structures within the anterior angle of the eye and thereby facilitating aqueous outflow for the treatment of Glaucoma. The invention includes novel gonioscopy lens systems, patient interface systems and laser delivery systems to deliver such focused laser beams to the anterior angle area and other areas of the eye.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: FS-EYE, LLCInventors: Christopher Horvath, Vanessa Isabella Vera
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Publication number: 20200146888Abstract: Active dichoptic perceptual-learning tasks or dichoptic game play have been shown to significantly improve visual acuity of amblyopic children and adults. However, these dichoptic perceptual learning tasks are intensive and repetitive such that non-compliance is high. In contrast, the invention provides dichoptic perceptual learning in a manner that the user maintains its use and compliance is increased. Further, compliance becomes automatic if the user performs tasks in a normal manner and “forgets” that they are actually undergoing treatment as it is integrated with minimal disruption to their life and activities. Accordingly, a methodology exploiting complementary dichoptic simulation is presented.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Robert F. HESS, Reza FARIVAR-MOHSENI, Alexandre REYNAUD
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Publication number: 20200146889Abstract: A buckling module of a goggle device includes a buckling structure, a flexible belt body and an inserting member fixed on the belt body. The buckling structure has an accommodating space and an entrance in spatial communication with the accommodating space. The buckling structure includes a front positioning portion and a rear positioning portion both arranged at two opposite sides of the entrance. When a front end portion of the inserting member is inserted into the accommodating space by passing through the entrance, the front end portion moves toward an inner surface of the front positioning portion, and a first portion of the belt body adjacent to the front end portion is resiliently squeezed by the front positioning portion, so that the squeezed portion of the belt body drives a rear end portion of the inserting member to move toward an inner surface of the rear positioning portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: WEI-TING LIU
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Publication number: 20200146890Abstract: The invention relates to an eye mask for treating dry eyes and other eye conditions related to blepharitis or meibomian gland dysfunction. The eye mask acts as a warm compress which ensures the eyelids are heated to expedite eyelid expression to balance out the tear film and treat dry eyes. In one embodiment, an eye mask for treating an ocular condition includes: a fabric having a first layer and a second layer opposite the first layer; and a heat diffusing fill material enclosed between the first and the second layers. The first layer and the second layer are stitched together substantially along their edges. The fill material is configured to deliver a moist heat to an ocular surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Troy Smith, Thomas Mason
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Publication number: 20200146891Abstract: A non-surgical corrective apparatus for a deformed external ear is described. The corrective apparatus will be worn externally to correct a deformity or malformation on the external ear through molding over a period of time. Using a typical infant's ear as a guide, the corrective apparatus is configured to mold and reshape the deformed ear and correct its present deformities.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventor: Gila R. Weinstein
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Publication number: 20200146892Abstract: An article, including a network of interconnected polymeric strands; wherein each of the interconnected polymeric strands has a first surface adapted to contact a tissue site; wherein at least one of the interconnected polymeric strand has a plurality of features extending from the first surface of the interconnected polymeric strands; wherein only one of any two adjacent polymeric strands has a plurality of features extending from the first surface of the interconnected polymeric strands; and wherein at least one of the interconnected polymeric strands is non-linear; and a plurality of openings between adjacent interconnected polymeric strands.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Amy K. McNulty, Robert T. Fitzsimons, Jr., Kurt J. Halverson, Bryan A. Baker, Jana Ninkovic, Jie Liu, Minghua Dai, Wei Zhang, Graham M. Clarke, Federica Sgolastra
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Publication number: 20200146893Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit for protecting a skin surface of a patient comprising at least one cover sheet, which is thin and flexible, and is intended to be applied on this skin surface and at least one packaging containing an adhesive substance and having an outlet port for applying a bead of this adhesive substance which locally connects the skin of the patient and the cover sheet; which at least one cover sheet is associated with at least one first identification system carrying information corresponding to at least one first unique identifier, which system can take the form of an electronic chip, a radio frequency tag (RFID support), a barcode or a QR code; and which kit further comprises a first reading device specific to this first identification system and which makes it possible to have access to the information of which it is a carrier.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2018Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Eric GILLI, Jérôme STUBLER
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Publication number: 20200146894Abstract: A reduced-pressure system for treating tissue, such as damaged subcutaneous tissue, includes a shaped dressing bolster for placing on the patient's epidermis and substantially sized to overlay the damaged subcutaneous tissue. The system further includes a sealing subsystem for providing a fluid seal over the shaped dressing bolster and a portion of the patient's epidermis, and a reduced-pressure subsystem for delivering a reduced pressure to the sealing subsystem. The reduced-pressure system may develop a force, which may include a vertical force that is realized at tissue site deeper than the epidermis or a closing force directed towards the incision. The shaped dressing bolster is shaped to evenly distribute the force. Other methods and systems are included.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Justin Alexander LONG, Richard Marvin KAZALA, JR., Robert Peyton WILKES, Eric Woodson BARTA, Matthew Francis CAVANAUGH, II, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, Li YAO
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Publication number: 20200146895Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for generating and releasing iodine are described. Some embodiments may include a dressing member including a plurality of iodine-forming reagents and a water-swellable material. In some embodiments, the dressing member may include water-swellable fibers. The water-swellable fibers may each include a water-swellable material in which iodine-forming reagents are dispersed. As liquid comes into contact with and is absorbed by the water-swellable material, the iodine-forming reagents may come into contact with each other, causing an iodine-forming reaction to occur, producing iodine.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Timothy Mark ROBINSON, Brian ANDREWS, Christopher Brian LOCKE