Abstract: The present disclosure provides a waist rotating mechanism. The waist rotating mechanism includes: a back connection structure (10), where the back connection structure (10) is configured to connect to the back of a user, and a mobile apparatus (11) is disposed on the back connection structure (10); and a rail (20), where the mobile apparatus (11) is disposed movably on the rail (20). The waist rotating mechanism of the present disclosure enables the user to complete a waist rotation action by rotating the waist to slide the mobile apparatus on the rail, and has a simple structure and high flexibility.

Abstract: A cover for a contact zone between a rotatable surface and a stop, the cover having a top portion and a front portion. The cover may also include a lateral portion and a back portion to further surround the contact zone. An example of a contact zone may be found on an inversion therapy table, such as inversion therapy tables having a pin and slot adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: Provide is a health appliance and a method using the same which achieve active and appropriate assistance of bending of a knee joint. The health appliance, which allows a user lying or seated to move their knee joint while supporting the knee joint, includes a support 1 which is a triangular prism having one side surfaces as a bottom surface 11, and an aid 2 mounted on the leg below the knee and can be pulled by the user. The support 1 has a width W at which one knee is supported, and has a cross section forming a triangle with a base corresponding to one side surface 11 and an acute diagonal angle ?1. When sandwiched under the user's knee, the base angle ?2 adjacent to the toe is larger than the diagonal angle ?1 and smaller than the base angle ?3 adjacent to the thigh.

Abstract: There is provided a foot exercising device and method of exercising a foot using the device. The foot exercising device includes a foot support, a lift wedge, and a tilting arrangement. The foot support includes an elevated footrest to support a foot of a person thereon and a platform, having an extensive floor-contact area when in operation, coupled to the elevated footrest for supporting the elevated footrest on a floor. The lift wedge to be arranged on the elevated footrest is operable to receive the toes thereon. The tilting arrangement includes a pair of spaced apart fixed plates coupled to the elevated footrest, a pair of spaced apart movable plates hingedly coupled to the fixed plates, a centre plate arranged between the pair of spaced apart movable plates, and a rod pivotally coupled to the centre plate to exert pressure on at least the heel, the middle foot bones and the toes to perform foot correction exercises.

Abstract: A vertebral decompression device (10) configured to surround a user's trunk, the device comprising: upper support means (12) configured to surround a first portion of the trunk; lower support means (14) configured to surround a second portion of the trunk; and elongation means (16) mounted on the upper support means (12) and the lower support means (14) and configured to exert a separating force on the lower and upper support means tending to move the lower support means away from the upper support means. The device further includes an electronic control system (18) for controlling the elongation means (16) in such a manner as to maintain a determined distraction force on the user's vertebral column.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes an adjustable frame being attachable to an assistive ambulation device. The adjustable frame includes removable handles, fitting arms located on a lower portion of the adjustable frame to receive a fitness attachment, and attachment points on located on the lower portion of the adjustable frame to couple a resistance device. A jump rope trainer includes a handle; flexible tubing including a handle fastener to connect the handle to the flexible tubing; and a soft sphere shaped object. The flexible tubing includes a soft sphere shaped object fastener to connect the soft sphere shaped object to the flexible tubing.

Abstract: A mobility aid includes two side frames, each configured for contact with a hand or forearm of associated user; an interconnecting frame member; two or more wheels; one or two adjustable torso bars attached to side frames, and each variably including a posterior member for maintaining consistent contact of torso with the anterior member. Flexed posturing and abnormal lower body biomechanics are common with use of wheeled walking aids managed by the upper body. Users typically excessively push down and forward to advance device. The novel body engaging member(s) enable the presented device to be advanced by torso contact as the user walks. Upper body weight bearing is thereby minimized. Propulsion is enhanced as user advances the pelvis against the torso bar(s). Posture is improved and safety is increased. A walker is provided for users requiring, or training to achieve, light upper body support.

Abstract: A convertible scooter and crutch assembly is provided that is comprised of a front assembly and rear assembly. The front assembly is preferably pivotably, rotatably or equivalently interconnected to the rear assembly. In a first configuration, the convertible scooter is configured as a scooter that employs a handlebar, wheels, and a knee rest. In a second configuration, the front assembly and rear assembly is aligned in a liner manner to form a crutch. The convertible scooter is easy to manipulate, store and use.

Abstract: A method of stimulation of a body of a user for therapeutic effects having the steps of providing a stimulator connected to a garment. The garment is connected to a first predetermined location on a user's body. Positioning a user's body at a predetermined orientation. The next step includes applying stimulation from the stimulator to the first predetermined location on the user's body so that therapeutic effects are experienced at both the first predetermined location and at a second predetermined location of a user's body.

Abstract: A portable massage table and recovery device features a support table and independent massage head mounted within a slot in said support table. Both massage head and support table are supported upon the ground and the support table is capable of independent rolling motion in-line with the massage head. The massage head has varying levels of resistance and an articulable massage structure. Side rolling wheels may be used to maintain the in-line relationship of the massage head and support table.

Abstract: The invention provides a sensing control method and apparatus, and a vibration massage apparatus. The method includes: arranging a sensor which senses a trajectory of an external object, and controlling the change of output based on the direction of the trajectory. With the invention, a desirable control effect can be obtained based on the sensed direction of the trajectory of the external object without accurate positioning of the sensor. Not only the convenience of the sensing operation can be improved significantly, but also the control accuracy can be improved; meanwhile, the invention can be well applied to any device for control using several input control signals or variable input control signals for control, thus having a wide range of application and significantly optimizing user experience.

Abstract: Described herein are interactive devices that mimic a portion of a human male and a female genitalia. The male device includes a unique bead drive assembly for providing an extending and retracting motion. Also included on the male device is a massager sub-assembly able to inflate and deflate while being able to slide along a shaft of the male device. The female device includes a clamshell constrictor having an inflation mechanism that is able to provide a squeezing motion as well as being able to slide back and forth within the body of the female device. Also disclosed herein are method of communication and interaction between a pair of interactive devices or multiple interactive devices. Finally, methods of managing interactive sessions between multiple interactive devices are also described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a medical device, specifically, a medical transport container for transporting blood and/or pharmaceuticals, e.g. human or animal medication, which are temperature sensitive, and comprises a forming gel encapsulated within the main storage compartment, which may comprise of one or more removable dividers to accommodate a plurality of blood vials or pharmaceuticals being cooled by a refrigerating element and/or the forming gel, which morphs and conforms to hold the container's inner contents (i.e. pharmaceutical(s), blood, test tube and/or vial(s) and the like) firmly in place. Accordingly, the content(s) may be transported over long distances in a sterile climate-controlled environment, where the temperature can be preset and consistently maintained for much longer duration using a plurality of power sources, e.g.

Abstract: A transfer system for containers includes first and second containers (1), (5), which can be interconnected in a media-transferring way by a connection (7). The connection has a transfer device (27), when held in a locked position by a lock (25), prevents an exchange of media, and permits the exchange in an unlocked position in which the transfer device (7) is guided longitudinally movably in a seat (9) of the connection (7) for a transfer operation. The lock (25) is transferable to an unlocked position by the movement of at least one of the containers (5). The additional controls (13, 21) are present on the respective movable container (5), at least partially enclose the outer periphery of this container (5) and actuate the lock (25) of the transfer device (27) to unlock.

Abstract: The present application relates to the technical field of baby appliance structure, and provides a feeding bottle, including: a body and at least one non-return valve integrally formed at a lower of the body. The non-return valve includes a connection portion that is connected at the body, an extension portion for disturbing the laminar flow state of the internal liquid of the body when shaking the body, and a valve for allowing only the air outside to enter into the body, the extension portion is tapered and extends along a surface of the body toward the interior of the body, the extension portion is located at the inside of the bottom of the body, or located above the inside of the bottom of the body and in the vicinity of the inside of the bottom of the body. This design can solve the problem that the structure of the existing feeding bottle may cause flatulence to the baby due to the unbalanced pressure and may easily lead to incomplete dissolution of the milk powder.

Abstract: An apparatus is utilized to position and hold a baby bottle on a chest and/or stomach of an infant. Apparatus includes a body having a front section, a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, and a bottom section. A channel positioned within the body and extending through the front section is utilized for receiving a baby bottle. The channel is positioned at an angle in relation to the bottom section in order to properly position the baby bottle in relation to an infant's mouth.

Abstract: Disclosed are artificial nipples and methods of producing artificial nipples. Disclosed are methods of producing an artificial nipple comprising imaging a nipple region of a breast, wherein at least a portion of the breast comprising the nipple region is distorted due to at least a partial vacuum created through motions of lips and a tongue, wherein the imaging provides imaging data of the nipple region; and generating, based on the imaging data, an artificial nipple.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit of parts comprising Part A and Part B, Part A comprising: ascorbic acid, component(s) comprising an ascorbic acid moiety or derivative(s) thereof, optionally polymerizable component(s) without acidic moieties, optionally polymerizable component(s) with acidic moieties, and optionally filler(s), Part B comprising polymerizable component(s) without acidic moieties, polymerizable component(s) with acidic moieties, transition metal component(s), organic peroxide(s), and optionally filler(s), The invention is also directed to a redox initiator system comprising ascorbic acid, component(s) comprising an ascorbic acid moiety or derivative(s) thereof, transition metal component(s), preferably comprising a copper or iron ion containing salt, organic peroxide(s), preferably comprising a hydroperoxide or di-peroxide. The kit of parts and redox initiator system are particularly useful in the dental field.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dental composition comprising a resin matrix, a filler matrix in an amount of at least 25 wt. % with respect to the weight of the dental composition, an initiator system, the resin matrix comprising polymerizable monomer(s) comprising two (meth)acrylate moieties connected to a brominated resorcinol, catechol, tyrosol, benzoic acid or phenol moiety. The invention relates also to a dental milling block comprising this composition in its hardened stage.

Abstract: Oral care compositions and/or unit-dose oral care compositions with a fluoride ion source. Oral care compositions and/or unit-dose oral care compositions with a high average fluoride ion uptake. Oral care compositions with one or more web forming materials, a calcium ion source, and a fluoride ion source with a high average fluoride uptake.

Abstract: An aqueous skin care agent 1 contains 4 to 85 mass % of water, 13 to 80 mass % of a magnetic powder and a thickener. The magnetic powder contains a ferromagnetic ferrite as a main component and has a mean volume particle diameter being 20 to 100 ?m as determined from a particle size distribution obtained by a laser diffraction scattering method. The aqueous skin care agent 1 may contain a beauty component such as an iontophoretic component 3 and preferably contain 10 to 45 mass % of glycerin as the thickener.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fluid/creamy pigmented hydrogen peroxide-based oxidising composition, to be used in combination with persulfates-based hair bleaches or with dyes, lightening, super-lightening products. The composition of the semi-finished product includes hydrogen peroxide in various titles in proportions from 1% to 12% by weight, plus other substances in addition to a first dye which provides the semi-finished product with a yellow/green colour at an acid pH. By combining the oxidising composition (first product) with bleaching products of various nature/lightening dyes (second product) in an emulsion, the pH of the emulsion becomes strongly alkaline, from the initial 2-3 it may increase up to 11.5. In this pH transition from acid to alkaline, the oxidising emulsion changes its colour from yellow/green to blue.

Abstract: A method of preparing hydrophobic porous silica includes adding an alcohol to a solvent in which a porous silica particle including a hydrophilic group is dispersed and stirring the same to form a mixture, drying the mixture including the porous silica particle in a vacuum, and condensation reacting the hydrophilic group of the porous silica particle with the alcohol on the surface of the porous silica particle to modify the surface of the porous silica particle to be hydrophobic.

Abstract: An aluminum-free antiperspirant/deodorant composition in the form of stick, cream, or flowable gel includes a carrier that includes a polyhydric alcohol or is a mixture of a polyhydric alcohol and water; a thickening agent including a C14-22 fatty acid salt; and an antiperspirant active and optionally a film-forming polymer dispersed in the carrier. The antiperspirant active is primarily a zinc-based antiperspirant active.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair growth agent for external use comprising chiro-inositol, which is provided as an excellent hair growth agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions comprising phytantriol and erythrulose as well as the use thereof for preservation boosting.

Abstract: Provided is a pumping type toothpaste product including a toothpaste composition. The toothpaste composition includes a polishing agent, and thus prevents the piston of a pumping type container from being worn by the polishing agent contained in the toothpaste composition so that the contents of the container may be ejected out smoothly. Also provided is a gel-like toothpaste composition having excellent viscosity retentivity. Further, provided is an oral composition showing high elasticity even at low viscosity, undergoing little change in viscosity with time and having significantly improved shape retentivity, flowability and dispersion stability through the synergic effect of xanthan gum and a thickening polymer.

Abstract: A transparent cosmetic composition that provides an excellent feeling in use and excellent dissolution stability of ceramide is provided. The cosmetic composition of the present invention comprises (a) a ceramide, (b) a surfactant, and (c) water, wherein the cosmetic composition comprises (a) in an amount of 0.00001 to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the cosmetic composition, a polyglycerin aliphatic ether as (b) in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the cosmetic composition, and (c) in an amount of 50.0% by weight or more based on the total weight of the cosmetic composition. It is preferable that the polyglycerin aliphatic ether comprise a polyglycerin monoaliphatic ether in an amount of 75% by weight or more based on the total weight of the polyglycerin aliphatic ether and a polyglycerin dialiphatic ether in an amount of 5% by weight or less based on the total weight of the polyglycerin aliphatic ether.

Abstract: Hair treatment agents and methods for treating hair using the hair treatment agents are provided. In an embodiment, a hair treatment agent comprises: at least one anionic surfactant from the group of a-olefin sulfonates; at least one anionic surfactant from the group of taurides; at least one amphoteric surfactant; at least one silver salt selected from silver acetate, silver adipate, silver citrate, silver galactarate, silver gluconate, silver lactate, silver malate, silver mandelate, silver salicylate, silver succinate, silver sulfate, and silver tartrate; and at least one organic acid selected from adipic acid, succinic acid, citric acid, acetic acid, galactaric acid, gluconic acid, malic acid, mandelic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, sulfuric acid, silver acetate, and tartaric acid, to reduce or prevent washing out of color from dyed hair.

Abstract: Aqueous surfactant compositions comprising one or more alpha-sulfo fatty acid disalt (A) of general formula (I) R1CH(SO3M1)COOM2??(I), in which the radical R1 is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical having 6 to 18 carbon atoms and the radicals M1 and M2, independently of each other, are selected from H, Li, Na, K, Ca/2, Mg/2, ammonium, and alkanolamine, one or more sulfosuccinate (B) of general formula (II) R31—O—CO—CH(SO3M16)—CH2—COOM17??(II) wherein the radical R31 is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical having 6 to 22 carbon atoms or an alkoxylated linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical having 6 to 22 carbon atoms and the radicals M16 and M17, independently of each other, are selected from the group comprising H, Li, Na, K, Ca/2, Mg/2, ammonium and alkanolamines, and water. The compositions have good foaming ability, good skin compatibility, and a pleasant sensory feel to the foam, and are suitable for cosmetic products detergents, and cleaners.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising: (a) one or more alkoxysilanes comprising solubilizing function(s) of formula R1Si(OR2)z(R3)x(OH)y, and/or hydrolysis products thereof and/or oligomers thereof, (b) one or more of formula (R4)mSi(OR5)n and/or hydrolysis products thereof and/or oligomers thereof, et (c) one or more surfactants. It also relates to the use thereof for cleansing and/or conditioning keratin fibres.

Abstract: Silicon-based cannabidiol derivatives and methods for their synthesis are provided, in which the derivatives contain a cannabidiol molecule and at least one silicon-based group containing Si—O—Si bonds. The derivatives are useful in cosmetic and topical compositions, have potential beneficial topical properties, and enhance solubility and compatibility in cosmetic formulations containing the silicon-based materials. Silicone elastomers infused with compositions containing the silicon-based cannabidiol derivatives and trisiloxanes are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for treating a dermatological disorder or disease.

Abstract: [Object] The present invention aims to provide an external dermal agent that tightens the skin, lifts up sagging skin, has no stickiness to the skin, and has a satisfactory compatibility with the skin, without giving any unfavorable feeling to users. [Means to Attain the Object] The present invention solves the above object by providing an external dermal agent characterized in that it contains pullulan and an alkaline-swelling polymer in a mass ratio of the pullulan to the alkaline-swelling polymer being 10 or more.

Abstract: A composition comprises (A) a silicone elastomer. The (A) silicone elastomer comprises the reaction product of: (a) an organohydrogensiloxane having an average of at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per molecule; (b) a crosslinking agent having an average of at least two ethylenically unsaturated groups per molecule; and (c) a hydrosilylation catalyst. The reaction product is formed in the in the presence of (d) a silicone polyether polymer; and (e) particles. The composition further comprises (B) a carrier fluid. The (e) particles are dispersed in the (A) silicone elastomer in the composition. A method of preparing the composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprises (A) a silicone elastomer. The (A) silicone elastomer comprises the reaction product of: (a) a branched organosiloxane; (b) a crosslinking agent; and (c) a hydrosilylation catalyst. The cosmetic composition further comprises (B) a carrier fluid. A method of preparing the cosmetic composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: Oral hygiene compositions including pharmacologically active ingredients extracted from one or more species of plants (or interbred strains thereof) in the Cannabis genus. In an embodiment, an extraction process may include techniques to maximize the ratio of tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (“THCA”) to tetrahydrocannabinaol (THC) in the essential oil extract, in order to maximize the presence of the non-euphoric THCA. In an embodiment, a mouthwash composition is provided. In an embodiment, an essential oil extract may be applied neat. In an embodiment, an essential oil extract may be mixed with food grade carriers (e.g. glycerol, or vegetable oil) and/or diluents (e.g. water, ethanol), and used as mouth rinse, in a conventional rinse and spit fashion. In an embodiment, an essential oil extract may be mixed with food grade carries and/or diluents and used as an ingestible composition, in a rise and swallow fashion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aseptic suspensions, physically stable and injectable through a 25G needle or thinner, comprising crystalline, non-micronized 3-beta-hydroxy-5-alpha-pregnan-20-one particles, a mixture of acylglycerols and cholesterol, processes for preparing crystalline, non-micronized, 3-beta-hydroxy-5-alpha-pregnan-20-one suitable for such suspensions, as well as methods for manufacturing such suspensions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition suitable for forming an intramuscular implant. It comprises a biodegradable thermoplastic polymer of polylactic acid (PLA), DMSO and an aromatase inhibitor compound. The invention also provides a kit suitable for the in situ formation of the composition and its use as a medicine for treating cancer, especially breast cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to oral administration of water soluble cannabinoid and terpenoid concentrates on a flavored fibrous carrier. The compositions described herein provide an alternative to smoked cannabis that also avoid the slow action and unpredictable dosing of edible cannabis preparations. Water soluble concentrates of cannabinoids and terpenoids may be produced by derivatization reactions which are known in the art. Such water soluble concentrates enjoy significantly increased absorption by mucosal membranes of the mouth and may therefore be experienced by the consumer more quickly. Water soluble cannabinoid and terpenoid concentrates may be used in combination with each other and in combination with non-derivatized molecules which provides the user with fast and slow acting components in a single delivery vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tableted chewing gum composition for oral administration of cannabinoids, the composition comprising water-soluble chewing gum ingredients and water-insoluble gum base located in a plurality of particles, wherein a first population of particles comprises water-insoluble gum base, including one or more polyvinyl acetate elastomer plasticizers, and a second population of particles comprises water-soluble chewing gum ingredients, the second population of particles being free of water-insoluble gum base, wherein the chewing gum composition comprises one or more cannabinoids.

Abstract: Provided herein are novel isotretinoin formulations that provide an enhanced targeted dermal delivery system for the drug isotretinoin with improved thermodynamic activity using no to a small level of ethanol relative to existing isotretinoin gel products, and methods for treatment of ichthyosis and other skin conditions using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid pharmaceutical compositions comprising daptomycin, methods of providing such compositions and the use thereof. Provided herein are formulations comprising daptomycin, one or more polar protic solvents, and mixtures thereof. Formulations according to the present invention can further comprise polar aprotic solvent and/or source of calcium.

Abstract: Provided herein is an oral pharmaceutical composition, comprising a plurality of xanomeline beads having a core comprising xanomeline or a salt thereof, and a plurality of trospium beads having a core comprising a salt of trospium.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dosage forms of gallium complexes suitable for oral delivery and methods of preparation thereof. Such dosage forms are useful for the treatment of diseases, including, but not limited to, cancer.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and compositions for oral administration of therapeutic proteins, improved protease inhibitor preparations, methods for producing same, and compositions comprising same.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a particle containing at least a volatile substance comprising a core comprising at least one matrix material and the at least one volatile substance and at least one coating layer, whereby a first coating layer is a non-confluent layer comprising at least a carrier material, whereby optionally the non-confluent layer contains at least one hydrophobic substance, and optionally the particle is surrounded by at least one confluent layer and/or further non-confluent layer(s) as well as to a process for producing the same.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pH-dependent controlled release pharmaceutical composition, comprising at least one pharmaceutical active ingredient, with the exception of opioids, wherein the core is coated at least by one coating layer, controlling the release of the pharmaceutical composition, wherein the coating layer comprises a polymer mixture of i) 40-95% by weight, based on dry weight of the polymer mixture, of at least one water insoluble essentially neutral vinyl polymer or copolymer, and ii) 5-60% by weight, based on dry weight of the polymer mixture, of at least one anionic polymer or copolymer, which is insoluble in a buffered medium below pH 4.0 and soluble at least in the range from pH 7.0 to pH 8.0, characterized in that the coating layer further comprises 110 to 250% by weight of a non-porous inert lubricant, 1 to 35% by weight of at least one neutral cellulosic compound and 1 to 25% by weight of at least one emulsifier, each calculated on dry weight of the polymer mixture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nanoparticles for encapsulating biologically active compounds, comprising a matrix of new polymer conjugates. The invention also relates to a process for producing both the conjugates and nanoparticles, to compositions containing said conjugates or nanoparticles, and applications thereof. The invention is applicable in the pharmaceutical sector and in the nanotechnology sector.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a therapeutic agent for the treatment of infections includes the steps of preparing a homogeneous solution of poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide acid), preparing a solution of a peroxygen donor, preparing a solution of an acetyl donor, adding each of the solutions to a quantity of the poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide acid) solution to produce a resultant mixture, preparing encapsulated nano- or micro-scale particles from the resultant mixture using a microencapsulator, collecting the nano- or micro-scale particles, and subsequently subjecting the particles to a lyophilization process.