Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method, performed in an accessory device, for communicating a leakage state of an ostomy appliance, wherein the accessory device comprises an interface configured to communicate with one or more devices of an ostomy system, the one or more devices comprising a monitor device, and/or the ostomy appliance configured to be placed on a skin surface of a user. The method comprises obtaining monitor data from the one or more devices, the monitor data being indicative of presence of fluid at a proximal side of a first adhesive layer of the ostomy appliance towards the skin surface; determining a leakage state at the proximal side of the first adhesive layer of the ostomy appliance based on the monitor data, and communicating the leakage state of the ostomy appliance via the interface.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a monitor device for an ostomy system. The monitor device comprises: a processor; memory; and a first interface connected to the processor and the memory. The first interface comprises a plurality of terminals and a data collector. The plurality of terminals includes a first terminal that forms an electrical connection with a first electrode of an ostomy appliance of the ostomy system and a second terminal that forms an electrical connection with a second electrode of the ostomy appliance. The data collector is coupled to the first and second terminals and comprises a data collection configured to collect data from the plurality of terminals according to a primary data collection scheme and collect data from the plurality of terminals according to a secondary data collection scheme. The primary data collection scheme is different from the secondary data collection scheme.

Abstract: A method for operating an accessory device to guide the placement of an ostomy appliance on a user having a stoma. The method can include capturing an image or a sequence of images of the user applying the ostomy appliance to the user's body, processing the captured image or sequence of images, including: identifying a location of the stoma in one or more of the captured image or sequence of images, identifying a location of the ostomy appliance in one or more of the captured image or sequence of images, and generating location indicia representative of the location of the ostomy appliance with respect to the stoma in one or more of the captured image or sequence of images. A visual display including the location indicia associated with one or more of the captured image or sequence of images can be provided.

Abstract: An ostomy system and a monitor device is disclosed, the monitor device being for an ostomy system comprising an ostomy appliance with a base plate and/or a sensor assembly part having a first adhesive layer with (a proximal side configured for attachment of the base plate and/or the sensor assembly part to the skin surface of a user, the first adhesive layer having a stomal opening with a center point, the monitor device comprising: a processor configured to: transmit a leakage monitor signal comprising monitor data indicative of presence of fluid in a sensing zone via the second interface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a urethral catheterization structure for wrapping the male penis to guide urine. It comprises a urine sheath and a leaking-stop ring. A catheterization space is formed in the urine sheath, its bottom opening is connected to the catheter and urine bag. The inner side of the top opening is surrounded with a flange ring with a concave ring groove formed inside. The leaking-stop ring is a flexible foil with a wrap opening in its center, its circumference is surrounded with a collar, which can be combined with the concave ring groove tightly, so that the leaking-stop ring is expanded stably and flat, the male penis can pass through the wrap opening, and the catheterization space is isolated from the outside, preventing the urine from leaking out, and giving the expansion-shrinkage margin of erection of penis.

Abstract: A menstrual cup for collecting menstrual fluid. The cup comprises a resilient body further comprising upstanding sidewalls between an open top and a closed bottom and defining an internal cavity for holding the menstrual fluid. The resilient body is biased to an open configuration and has a rim along an edge of the open top. There are spaced-apart longitudinal ribs on one or both of an outer wall surface and/or an inner wall surface of the upstanding sidewalls, and spaced-apart indentations on the inner wall surface. Application of a force at a point of contact on the outer wall surface deforms indentations and the upstanding sidewalls, and thereby releases the menstrual cup from the vaginal canal.

Abstract: An apparatus and method to convert a dental, oral, orthodontic appliances, retainers, and dentures into a multifunctional oral appliance. The apparatus includes plurality of mechanical connectors and attachments made of plastic, ceramic, or metal, that convert any dental or oral appliances, into multipurpose, three dimensionally adjustable oral appliances for treating obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, temporomandibular joint and musculoskeletal disorders of the jaw, and for improving breathing from the mouth even when nasal passages are blocked.

Abstract: A dental appliance is disclosed. The appliance may include an arcuate base shaped to extend along at least a portion of an upper dental arch of a patient and match with a custom fit at least certain maxillary teeth of the patient. The appliance may further include a tongue-retention feature. The tongue-retention feature may connect to the arcuate base and comprise a palatal portion and a sublingual portion. The sublingual portion may cooperate with the palatal portion to form a cavity shaped to receive an anterior portion of a tongue of the patient therewithin. The palatal portion may have an exterior surface custom-formed to match at least a portion of a hard palate of the patient.

Abstract: A heating pad includes a heat pad with an anterior and posterior side. The heat pad includes a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer. The second layer is located in between the first layer and the third layer. The first layer is located on the posterior side, while the third layer is located on the anterior side. The second layer has a wire selectively heated to increase the temperature of the heat pad. The third layer is a reflective material positioned to reflect heat from the second layer towards the first layer, decreasing heat emitted on the anterior side of the heat pad. The heating pad also includes a battery storage section for securing a battery. The battery is in electronical communication with the wire of the heat pad. The heating pad further includes an engagement mechanism to secure the heating pad to a user.

Abstract: A hot air producing system produces and stores hot air, and applies the stored hot air to a human body. The system includes a heating apparatus to heat the air, a temperature setting gauge to allow a user to set a desired temperature, a pressure gauge to measure a pressure of the air in the container, a pump to pump the hot air, a fill connection, an expandable container for receiving and storing the hot air, with a valve to connect to the fill connection such that the expandable container can receive the hot air, an adjustable flow release mechanism to allow a user to adjust an amount of flow of hot air out of the expandable container, and a flexible hose connected to the adjustable flow release mechanism, with a nozzle to direct the hot air to a portion of the human body.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods herein relate to cooling a head of a patient. These systems and methods may comprise a cooling cap assembly comprising a heat exchanger configured to be wrapped around a head of a patient and a compression assembly releasably coupled to the heat exchanger. The compression assembly may comprise an enclosure and an inflatable member coupled to an internal surface of the enclosure. When coupled, the inflatable member may be positioned between the enclosure and the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger may be separate from and moveable relative to the inflatable member.

Abstract: A patient warming blanket comprising at least two layers capable of forming a hollow air space between the two layers for receiving warm air from a heating unit via an inlet port at or near an end of the blanket. The two layers being arranged so that the hollow air space forms at least one tubular portion disposed longitudinally there within, and one of the two layers has at least a portion of its surface formed of porous material so that warmed air is delivered to said patient by diffusion through said porous material. The tubular portion has non-parallel sides such that the sides of the tubular portion are further apart from each other at a first end of the tubular portion closer to the inlet port than at a second end of the tubular portion remote from the inlet port.

Abstract: A heating/cooling therapy treatment pad system incorporates a plurality of therapy pads that can be coupled together by connectors and attachments to form an integrated therapy pad assembly. The thermal pads have pouches for receiving thermal inserts that may be heated or chilled. The thermal inserts may be cylindrical in shape and there may be thermal insert gaps, or spaces between the pouches to enable better conformability of the therapy pad to a person's body, such as around the neck. The heating/cooling therapy treatment pad system may include a neck therapy pad, spine therapy pad, head and face therapy pads, shoulder therapy pad, lumbar therapy pad, armpit thermal therapy pad and a thermal therapy pad vest. The system of pads interconnect to provide tailored thermal therapy to multiple areas of a user's body and may be used to effectuate rapid cooling and in particular for those suffering from heat exhaustion.

Abstract: A unique vitrectomy probe with an interfacing component for attenuating vibrations during a vitrectomy procedure. The component may be of elastomeric construction tailored to attenuating the vibrations. Additionally, the component may strategically reside at an interface between the housing that accommodates moving parts of the probe and an ergonomic shell meant for resting at purlicue a surgeon's hand. In this way, vibrations are largely attenuated before reaching the shell and distracting the surgeon. Additionally, the shell, housing and interface are architecturally constructed for user-friendly shell removal for surgeons wishing to perform vitrectomy procedures in absence of the shell.

Abstract: Particular embodiments disclosed herein provide a rotational cutter for delaminating a membrane from a retina of an eye. The rotational cutter may comprise a first shaft and a second shaft comprising a blade portion, wherein the second shaft is coupled to a driver that is configured to at least partially rotate the second shaft relative to the first shaft, wherein rotating the second shaft rotates the blade portion for delaminating the membrane. The rotational cutter may also comprise a bottom portion configured to interface with a surface of the retina, wherein the bottom portion comprises one or more curved edges.

Abstract: An implantable device for treatment of glaucoma of the eye. In one aspect, the device includes an elongate duct for diverting aqueous humor from the anterior chamber of the eye, the elongate duct having a central axis with a proximal end and distal end opposite one another. A least one element is spaced apart from the proximal end and the distal end of said elongate duct and extends radially outward beyond an outer surface of said elongate duct in at least two directions transverse to the central axis of said elongate duct, wherein the at least one element has a distal portion with a tapered profile facing the distal end of said elongate duct. The at least one element is configured to deform in a tissue passage leading into the anterior chamber of the eye as it is inserted into the tissue passage in response to forces applied by surrounding ocular tissue of the tissue passage. Other aspects are also described and claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ophthalmic knife and methods of its use for treatment of various conditions including eye diseases, such as glaucoma, using minimally invasive surgical techniques. The invention relates to a multi-blade device for cutting the tissues within the eye, for example, a trabecular meshwork (TM).

Abstract: A microsurgical device and methods of its use can be used for treatment of various conditions including eye diseases, such as glaucoma, using minimally invasive surgical techniques. A dual-blade device can be used for cutting the trabecular meshwork (“TM”) in the eye. The device tip provides entry into the Schlemm's canal via its size (i.e., for example, 0.2-0.3 mm width) and configuration where a ramp elevates the TM away from the outer wall of the Schlemm's canal and guides the TM to first and second lateral elements for creating first and second incisions through the TM. The dimensions and configuration of the blade is such that an entire strip of TM is removed without leaving TM leaflets behind and without causing collateral damage to adjacent tissues.

Abstract: A manually, selectively attenuating earplug button is disclosed, for insertion into a cavity of an earplug of a hearing protection device. The earplug button comprises a nested configuration of a first housing member (including a first opening to receive sound from an ambient environment) and a second housing member, surrounding the first housing member and including a second opening to output at least a portion of the sound passing through an audio channel located between said first and second openings. The first and second housing members include sidewall apertures for permitting a wearer to manually adjust the amount of sound admitted to the wear's ear from said ambient environment by rotating the first housing member (and thus its sidewall aperture) with respect to the second housing member.

Abstract: Provided herein are fabric materials and debridement devices comprising gel-forming hydrofibres for disrupting a biofilm, loosening, or sequestering unwanted materials from wounds, and uses thereof. In particular, debridement and detection devices for selective and atraumatic removal of unwanted tissues and for detection of a wound infection are provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a wound dressing, surgical tape or plaster 10 comprising an absorbent pad 14 and an adhesive part in which the adhesive part is an adhesive dissolvable paper 12. Another aspect of the invention is directed to a bandage 30 of elongate form in which sections 32 of the bandage 30 can be of a woven or non-woven fabric, comprising multiple sections 32, wherein the sections 32 are held together via water-soluble fibre material.

Abstract: A compression bandage for a human calf having a) a first engagement zone on a first major surface, comprising mechanical engagement means, b) a second engagement zone on the first major surface, comprising mechanical engagement means, c) a soft section between the first and the second engagement zone, having a reduced modulus of elasticity in length direction, and d) a stiff section having an elevated modulus of elasticity in length direction, and having a length greater than the length of the soft section. The stiff section comprises a third engagement zone on the second major surface, comprising mechanical engagement means, for engagement with the first and with the second engagement zone. When wrapping the bandage around the calf, the third engagement zone can engage, in a subsequent turn, with the first engagement zone, and with the second engagement zone, so that the stiff section bridges the soft section.

Abstract: An apparatus for filling a wound can include an array of at least four truncated ellipsoids interconnected to define at least one fluid path through, for example perpendicular to, the array. The longest principal axis of each ellipsoid may be perpendicular to the array. Each truncated ellipsoid may be a spheroid and/or may include an approximately elliptical contact surface at each contact surface between two interconnected ellipsoids. Each fluid pathway may have four continuously-curved concave sides and may have a parallelogram-shaped cross-section with continuously-curved concave edges. A dressing may include the apparatus, a dressing layer coupled to the apparatus, a backing layer disposed over a surface of the dressing layer opposite the apparatus, and an attachment device disposed on at least a margin of the backing layer. Methods of treating various tissue sites using the apparatus or dressing with negative-pressure therapy are also disclosed.

Abstract: A geriatric undergarment is provided. The geriatric undergarment dimensioned and adapted to be worn about the waist of a human wearer. The geriatric undergarment may provide coated, pressure absorbent material disposed along an inner surface so as to be disposed along diaper pressure regions of the user, including the right and left lateral, sacral, or posterior and trochanteric and/or posterior dorsal regions. The coated, pressure absorbent material may be shaped in pyramidal or tapered form.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and apparatuses for stretching, transferring, and bonding elastic parts under tension to an advancing carrier substrate during the assembly of absorbent articles. A continuous carrier substrate may be advanced in a machine direction at a first speed, and a discrete elastic part may be cut from a continuous elastic substrate having a direction of stretch in a cross direction. The speed of the discrete elastic part is changed from a second speed to the first speed, and the central region of the discrete elastic part is stretched in the cross direction. The discrete elastic part is bonded with the continuous carrier substrate such that the stretched central region extends in the cross direction between the first and second longitudinal edges of the continuous carrier substrate. The discrete elastic part may also be bonded with the carrier substrate with adhesive and/or mechanical bonds.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an environmentally friendly system and associated methods for a user to utilize a disposable stem and a removable, reusable handle member. Specifically, the present invention provides for a method of manufacturing and a system of using a stem having a proximal end and a distal end, with an absorbent material fixed to the distal end, while the proximal end is configured to be interconnected with the removable handle member for a user to utilize the disposable swab system for many purposes, such as cleaning a user's ears and for other general use.

Abstract: A garment configured for detecting leakage from an absorbent article underlying the garment and methods of detecting leakage from an absorbent article using such a garment are disclosed. The garment can include a substrate and a wetness detection system. The wetness detection system can include a first wetness detection mechanism disposed at a first detection zone on the substrate. The wetness detection system can further include a second wetness detection mechanism disposed at a second detection zone on the substrate. The second detection zone can be different than the first detection zone. In preferred embodiments, the first wetness detection mechanism and the second wetness detection mechanism can be configured to sense wetness electronically.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article is disclosed. The absorbent article has a longitudinal centerline and a lateral centerline generally perpendicular to the longitudinal centerline, first and second side edges and first and second end edges disposed at a first end and a second end of the absorbent article, respectively. The absorbent article has a topsheet; a backsheet; an absorbent system disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet. A visual signal visible from a wearer-facing surface, and wherein a difference between a length of the disposable absorbent article and a length of the visual signal is less than 35 mm.

Abstract: Ultrathin absorbent hygienic pads comprising a top layer, a middle absorbent layer, and a bottom layer and comprising one or more channels anchored from the top layer through the middle absorbent layer and into the bottom layer are provided. The ultrathin absorbent hygienic pads provided can be used to absorb bodily fluids.

Abstract: Absorbent articles containing dark-tinted nonwoven webs are provided. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may include a first plurality of filaments having a diameter between a between about 8 ?m and about 50 ?m, wherein the first plurality of filaments includes a pigment. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may include a second plurality of filaments having a diameter between about 0.3 ?m and about 5 ?m. The first plurality of filaments and/or the second plurality of filaments may include crimped filaments. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may have a CIE L* value of between about 0 and about 25, as measured from a first side or a second side of the nonwoven web.

Abstract: Absorbent articles containing dark-tinted nonwoven webs are provided. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may include a first plurality of filaments having a diameter between a between about 8 ?m and about 50 ?m, wherein the first plurality of filaments includes a pigment. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may include a second plurality of filaments having a diameter between about 0.3 ?m and about 5 ?m. The dark-tinted nonwoven web may have a CIE L* value of between about 0 and about 26.

Abstract: A disposable wearable article includes an elastic film stretchable structure in which an elastic film is laminated between a first sheet layer and a second sheet layer. The first sheet layer and the second sheet layer are bonded to each other through holes passing through the elastic film with many bonded portions arranged at intervals. A region having the elastic film stretchable structure includes a stretchable region that elastically stretches and contracts together with the elastic film. The stretchable region includes a plurality of elastic films disposed so as to have an overlapping portion. The number of laminated layers of the elastic film in a region located in an intermediate portion of the stretchable region in an orthogonal direction (XD) orthogonal to a stretchable direction (ED) is different from that in each of second regions adjacent to both sides of the first region.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to absorbent articles having a waist gasketing element, with the gasketing element having an adhesive zone and one or more adhesive-free zones. At least a portion of the waist gasketing element is adhesively attached to a chassis of the absorbent article. Additionally, a portion of the waist gasketing element is mechanically attached to a portion of the absorbent article.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to absorbent articles having a waist gasketing element, with the gasketing element having an adhesive zone and one or more adhesive-free zones. At least a portion of the waist gasketing element is adhesively attached to a chassis of the absorbent article. Additionally, a portion of the waist gasketing element is mechanically attached to a portion of the absorbent article. The bio-based content of the absorbent article is from about 5% to about 100% using ASTM D6866-10, method B.

Abstract: Garments and associated methods are disclosed. In examples, a garment includes an absorbent assembly bonded to a body portion. In examples, the absorbent assembly includes an absorbent layer and overlies at least a central region of the body portion. In examples, the absorbent assembly is at least partially bonded to the body portion with elastic bonding film. In examples, the garment is configured to be washed and re-worn numerous times. In examples, a method of manufacturing a garment includes arranging an absorbent assembly over at least the central region of the body portion and bonding the absorbent assembly to the body portion with strips of elastic bonding film and without stitching. In examples, a moisture-absorbent garment includes a body layer supporting an absorbent assembly within a central region and strips of elastic bonding film that bond at least a portion of the absorbent assembly to the body layer without stitching.

Abstract: Described herein are systems and apparatuses for enhanced comfort through contact pressure reduction. In particular, the systems and apparatuses disclosed herein prevent or otherwise mitigate pressure by actively orienting a patient over an anatomy-specific pressure-mitigating contact surface on which the patient rests. A pressure-mitigating contact portion of the contact surface includes a plurality of independently pressurized chambers configured in a specific geometric pattern that is designed to mitigate contact pressure between a support surface (e.g., bed or chair) and a specific anatomic region of a patient's body when the specific anatomic region of the patient's body is oriented over an epicenter of the geometric pattern. Additionally, a plurality of elevated side support portions and a wedge interconnected on the base material are configured to actively orient the specific anatomic region of the patient's body over the epicenter of the geometric pattern.

Abstract: An absorbent article having a fluid-handling system includes a fluid permeable bodyside liner; a fluid impermeable outer cover; an absorbent core disposed between the liner and the outer cover, wherein the absorbent core includes superabsorbent material and optionally fluff pulp; a tissue core wrap encircling the absorbent core; and a distribution sub-layer disposed between the absorbent core and the outer cover and within the core wrap, wherein the distribution sub-layer includes a three-dimensionally patterned, wetlaid, cellulosic tissue nonwoven material. The distribution sub-layer includes opposing distribution sub-layer surfaces each having a textured surface, wherein each surface includes an average material plane, a plurality of ridges extending in a z-direction from the average material plane, and a plurality of grooves alternating with the plurality of ridges, wherein the grooves depth extend in the opposite z-direction from the average material plane.

Abstract: This disclosure makes it possible to form embossments with good appearance even when a polymer sheet is used as an absorber and makes it possible to reliably implement the function of the embossments. A sanitary napkin (1) includes a polymer sheet (4) including a superabsorbent polymer (12) disposed between an upper-layer sheet (10) disposed on a skin side and a lower-layer sheet (11) disposed on a non-skin side, and an embossment (20) that is formed on a skin-side surface of the polymer sheet (4) along a longitudinal direction of the sanitary napkin (1) and is shaped like a discontinuous line formed by arranging compressed parts (21) and non-compressed parts (22) alternately. The ratio A:B of a length (A) of each of the compressed parts (21) to a length (B) of each of the non-compressed parts (22) is between 7:1 and 1:1.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprises an absorbent core sandwiched between a topsheet and a backsheet. The article defines a front portion, a back portion and a crotch portion. The absorbent core comprises an absorbent component enclosed by a core cover comprising an upper and a lower side, and the core is formed with a sealing arrangement for joining the upper and lower sides comprising two channel sealings extending along an longitudinal axis in the crotch portion and defining a first channel sealing width and a second channel sealing width, respectively. The front portion of the core is formed with a recess defining a depth extending from a front edge of the core and into the front portion. A distance is defined between said front edge of the core and a front edge of each channel sealing, such that the ratio of the depth and the distance is within the interval 0.05-0.8.

Abstract: An absorbent article including a liquid-permeable topsheet, a liquid-impermeable backsheet and an absorbent core sandwiched between the topsheet and the backsheet, the article being arranged along a longitudinal axis and a transversal axis extending in a perpendicular direction in relation to the longitudinal axis and the main article defining a front portion, a back portion and a crotch portion, wherein the absorbent core is formed with a sealing arrangement including two channel sealings extending along the longitudinal axis in the crotch portion and defining a first effective channel sealing width and a second effective channel sealing width, respectively. The sealing arrangement includes two side seams extending along two side edges of the core, the side seams defining a third and fourth effective width, respectively, along the crotch portion and defining a fifth and sixth effective width, respectively, along the front portion and back portion.

Abstract: An absorbent article including an absorbent core sandwiched between a liquid-permeable topsheet and a liquid-impermeable backsheet, the article defining a front portion, a back portion and a crotch portion, wherein the absorbent core includes an absorbent component enclosed by a core cover including an upper side and a lower side, and a sealing arrangement for joining the upper and lower sides, wherein the sealing arrangement includes two side seams extending along two side edges in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the core, wherein the sealing arrangement further includes at least one transversally oriented connecting sealing, the at least one connecting sealing joining the side seams, wherein the sealing arrangement further includes welding spots, wherein the sum of the area of the welding spots is constant along a direction of a transversal axis of the core.

Abstract: A wrap bandage storage container that is configured to provide winding and dispensing of wrap bandage. The wrap bandage storage container includes a body member that is formed from a first wall and a second wall wherein the second wall is contiguous with the perimeter edge of the first wall and is perpendicular therewith. The body member has a first side and a second side wherein the second side is open to the interior volume of the body member. The second wall has an entry slot formed therein that allows the wrap bandage to pass therethrough. A shaft member is mounted in the interior volume of the body member and is configured with a slot operable to engage a portion of the wrap bandage. A handle is located on the opposing side of the first wall and is operably coupled to the shaft member.

Abstract: A portable medical triage kit and interactive application that leads a user through a medically acceptable triage protocol for treating medical emergencies. The interactive application leads the user to treat major life threats of all nearby victims before treating minor threats of anyone.

Abstract: A mobility device having a body, a plurality of arms, and a control module operable to control the angular positions of the plurality of arms and the body. The body includes a first side, a second side, a front end, a rear end, a first frame rotatable about a first axis, and a second frame rotatable about a second axis. The first axis is parallel to the second axis. Rotation of the first frame causes simultaneous rotation of the second frame in the opposite direction. Arms are rotatably supported on the first side of the body and other arms are rotatably supported on the second side of the body. Each arm includes a wheel. The arms are independently rotatable from the other arms.

Abstract: An office-type chair includes a base, a height-adjustable pedestal extending upward from the base, a seat assembly including a rear seat part and a front seat part, and a linkage system connecting the pedestal to the seat assembly. The linkage system is adapted to pivot the seat assembly between a lowered position to serve as a task chair and an elevated position to serve as an elevated sitting support. A backrest arrangement may extend from the seat assembly. In the lowered position, the front and rear seat parts are both generally horizontally oriented. In the elevated position, the rear seat part may have a slight forward tilt and be positioned higher than in the lowered position, and the front seat part may extend at a downward angle relative to the rear seat part.

Abstract: A patient bed includes an interface device having buttons for positioning the patient bed to accommodate a patient's body. The buttons can be illuminated, and can be responsively dimmed when the patient bed reaches movement thresholds to communicate to the user that further movement according to the particular button is discouraged and/or unavailable.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus includes a frame. A vertical transport structure may be coupled with the frame. A grip is coupled with the vertical transport structure and at least one grip sensor is coupled to the grip on the vertical transport structure. A controller determines a vertical position of a user applied force applied to the at least one grip sensor and the controller activates a power drive mode upon determining that the push force has reached a threshold value corresponding to the vertical position of the user applied force and propel patient support apparatus.

Abstract: A bathing construction (100), comprising a bathing enclosure (110) and a seat (120) for supporting a person. The seat is pivotably coupled to a pivot (130) of the bathing construction for pivoting the seat about a horizontal axis, such that the seat, upon rotation of the pivot, is movable between a retracted position of the seat within the bathing enclosure and an extended position of the seat outside the bathing enclosure. The bathing construction further comprises an actuation system (140) coupled to the pivot, wherein the actuation system is configured to rotate the pivot for a movement of the seat between the retracted position of the seat and the extended position of the seat.

Abstract: According to embodiments, an overhead lift includes a lift actuator; and a control system communicatively coupled to the lift actuator. The control system may include a control unit comprising a processor with a memory communicatively coupled to the processor and having computer readable and executable instructions and at least one transceiver communicatively coupling the control unit to at least one of a computer, a network, and a data storage device. The processor executes the computer readable and executable instructions to: determine at least one operating characteristic of the overhead lift and an operating time of the overhead lift as the overhead lift is actuated; determine an accumulated load-time parameter for the overhead lift based on the at least one operating characteristic and the operating time; and upload the accumulated load-time parameter to at least one of the computer, the network, and the data storage device.

Abstract: Systems and devices oriented in a compact manner provide lift assistance to a spar of a surgery table for hip, leg-related surgeries, or generally lower limb related orthopedic procedures. The compact device does not impede the radiolucency of the spar below the patient's hip, trochanter, or femur.