Abstract: An automated method for applying specific geometric constraints to a starter file and considering external specifications outside of fit to achieve an optimized, restorative joint brace or orthotic device. External specifications may include indications of the patient, biometric data, data from prescribing doctors, X-ray data, MRI data, joint geometry to restore optimized function, and envelope of motion. After the fitting process, the starter file undergoes a process of exact commands in order to finish and/or add additional features. With a vertical integration from scanning an object to producing the custom fitted device, the product can be manufactured at scale more rapidly and at lower cost, improving access to superior devices at a reasonable price to the consumer.

Abstract: An adjustable tension knee brace for unloading weight from a knee joint afflicted with osteoarthritis, thus reducing pain and improving mobility, comprising: an upper and lower frame connected by an unloading hinge assembly, optionally comprising a sensor and processor allowing for remote or automatic control of brace tension. In embodiments, the brace includes a user mechanism that is capable of adjusting a tensioning element while the brace is being worn. In other embodiments, electronic motors, sensors, and indicators may be included in the brace to improve brace performance and user interaction.

Abstract: A shapable posture training device is disclosed herein. The posture training device can be shaped by hand to fit a wide variety of body shapes and postures and may address a variety of posture conditions. A shapable posture training device may include a pliable chassis configured to be worn against a thoracic spine region. The pliable chassis may include a shapable member that can be bent and shaped by hand. The pliable chassis may include a first rod receiver disposed in the pliable chassis and a second rod receiver disposed in the pliable chassis. The shapable member may extend from the first rod receiver to the second rod receiver. The shapable member may be bendable to alter alignment of a first centerline of a first bore of the first rod receiver and a second centerline of a second bore of the second rod receiver.

Abstract: Disclosed is a shaped seamless maternity waist-belly support belt (100) which is formed by a circular knitting machine knitting yarns made from textile materials such as nylon and spandex and is seamless and barrel-shaped, which is characterized in that: the support belt comprises a plurality of portions, and these portions are located at different parts of the support belt and have respective specially-designed knit structures. The present disclosure further provides a garment including the shaped seamless waist-belly support belt (100) attached to a waistband of a bottom garment. The waist-belly support belt according to the present disclosure is seamless and barrel-shaped, without seams and without concavity or convexity in an outer surface or an inner surface, and provides high comfort. Meanwhile, since the waist-belly support belt has different knit structures at different parts to suit the growing belly shape, it can provide support for the pregnant woman's waist and back and reduce pelvic pains.

Abstract: A foot orthotic having a foot support where the foot support includes a thermoplastic outer shell, a closed cell foam liner within the outer shell, and a tongue to secure the user's foot within the foot support. The orthotic also typically has includes a lower leg support that includes a thermoplastic outer shell, a closed cell foam liner within the outer shell, and a strap to secure the orthotic to the user's leg within the lower leg support. A cinching mechanism that typically has a rotatable tightening knob is on the lower leg support, and a tightening cable coupled to the rotatable tightening knob and operably connected to the foot support.

Abstract: A conformable body interface is fabricated using a data set representing a three-dimensional, soft tissue body surface. The conformable body interface includes a body scaffold that is divided into two or more longitudinal segments separated by axial joints. Optionally, the body scaffold is further divided into two or more circumferentially split segments separated by circumferential joints. The axial joints are circumferentially constrained by elastic bands, tabs, or similar structures and the circumferential joints are longitudinally constrained by elastic axial tethers or similar structures. In this way, the body interfaces can accommodate swelling and bending of the body surface.

Abstract: Cutaneous stimulation devices are provided. Aspects of the devices include a cutaneous stimulation module and a cutaneous association element configured to stably associate the module with a skin location. The cutaneous stimulation module may be an active or passive module. Also provided are methods of using the devices, e.g., in rehabilitation and/or pain mitigation applications.

Abstract: An ostomy attachment comprising: a flexible annular seal configured to at least partially surround a stoma, the flexible annular seal comprising a first face and a second face; wherein the first face and the second face are bounded by an inner rim and an outer rim, wherein the inner rim is concentrically arranged within the outer rim; and an ostomy seal liner configured to engage with the inner rim of the flexible annular seal; wherein the ostomy seal liner comprises one or more stabilising extensions, wherein the one or more stabilising extensions extend from the ostomy seal liner radially outward and over the first face of the flexible annular seal; and wherein the one or more stabilising extensions are in contacting relation with the first face of the flexible annular seal. Methods of manufacturing ostomy attachments and methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: Described herein is a mandibular repositioning device (MRD). The MRD includes an upper dental plate shaped to fit on a person's maxillary arch and a lower dental plate shaped to fit on the person's mandibular arch, the plates defining mating bite surfaces. The MRD includes a locating mechanism for effecting antero-posterior (AP) correction of the mandibular arch relative to the maxillary arch. The locating mechanism includes a locating formation extending from one of the upper dental plate and the lower dental plate, and a complementary receiving formation carried by the other of the upper dental plate and the lower dental plate. The receiving formation receives the locating formation for locating the plates relative to each other in a desired AP position of the mandibular arch relative to the maxillary arch. The MRD also includes a positioning element received at each molar region of at least one of the plates to alter the bite surface, thereby effecting a natural relative movement of the dental arches.

Abstract: The invention concerns a jaw displacement system for the treatment of sleep apnoea and/or snoring and a method for manufacturing this system. According to the invention, bone anchors (1,2) are provided on the upper and lower jaw (4,5) of a patient, between which a detachable jaw displacer (13) is mounted.

Abstract: Example systems and methods for cloning catalog objects are described. In one implementation, a method identifies an original catalog object associated with data and creates a duplicate copy of the original catalog object without copying the data itself. The method allows access to the data using the duplicate catalog object and supports modifying the data associated with the original catalog object independently of the duplicate catalog object. The duplicate catalog object can be deleted upon completion of modifying the data associated with the original catalog object.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a flow of urine in a urethra of a patient is disclosed, comprising an implantable constriction device for constricting the urethra to influence the flow in the urinary tract. The constriction device comprises a plurality of constriction elements configured to be arranged at different locations along the flow direction of the urethra, wherein each constriction element is configured to at least partly encircle the urethra and to be operable so as to change a constriction of the urethra. The apparatus further comprises an operation device configured to operate the constriction elements.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a flow of urine in a urethra of a patient is provided, comprising an implantable constriction device for constricting the urethra to influence the flow in the urinary tract. The constriction device comprises a plurality of clamping elements configured to be arranged in a common plane intersecting the urethra and to be radially movable towards and away from a central axis of the urethra to change a constriction of the urethra. The apparatus further comprises an operation device configured to operate the movement of the clamping elements, an implantable motor configured to operate the operation device, and a gear box configured to transfer a force generated by the motor into a force operating the operation device.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling the flow of urine in a urethra of a patient is provided, comprising an implantable adjustable constriction device for constricting the urethra to influence the flow in the urinary tract, an operation device for operating the constriction device, a control device for controlling the operation device, and an energy source for supplying energy to the operation device. The control device is configured to determine the current state of the energy source, and connected to an internal signal transmitter configured to transmit information related to the current state of the energy source.

Abstract: A heat generator comprises a heat-generating composition that generates heat upon contact with air, a storage bag that can store the heat-generating composition in a storage part inside thereof, and an adhesive layer provided on one surface of the storage bag. The storage bag has, in plan view, an outer shape having a constricted part recessed inward between two convexly protruding first apex and second apex; and the storage bag is provided with a dividing part that divides the storage part and allows the storage bag to be folded between the first apex and the second apex.

Abstract: A cosmetic pad, having a top layer constructed of non-woven material, a bottom layer constructed in a manner to allow for ventilation through the bottom layer, and at least one heating element between the top layer and the bottom layer and methods for using the cosmetic pad and cosmetic agents therein are provided. A system for applying a cosmetic agent to a subject's skin, hair, hands, feet or face is also provided.

Abstract: An immersive display system for eye therapies includes an ophthalmic microscope and: a double video camera, connected to a local network infrastructure; the double video camera oriented for filming the surgery operation; at least one computerized control unit, connected to the local network infrastructure, receiving images from the double video camera and processing them in a three-dimensional digital format; and at least one computerized controller, receiving the images processed by the computerized control unit. Also included is at least one helmet adapted to be worn on the head by the surgeon during the surgery operation, the helmet provided with a viewer arranged before the wearer's eyes, configured for three-dimensional image display, providing virtual reality content; the viewer allows the surgeon exclusive viewing of the three-dimensional images processed by the computerized control unit; the helmet being connected to the local network infrastructure to allow image reproduction in real time.

Abstract: Provided is an ophthalmic instrument that is for retaining a tube member for providing communication between the inside and the outside of an eyeball, such that the tube member is stuck into an outer membrane of the eyeball and that is suitable for retaining the tube member at an outer peripheral portion of a cornea. An ophthalmic instrument includes a main body and a needle portion connected to the main body. The main body has a straight portion and a bent portion. When attaching a tube member to an eyeball, first, the needle portion is inserted through the tube member, and the tube member is stuck into an outer peripheral portion of a cornea as the outer membrane of the eyeball while a hole is made in the outer peripheral portion of the cornea with the needle portion.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present specification provide surgical methods and apparatuses to deploy at least one stent through an optic nerve sheath in order to maintain an opening/fenestration for intracranial fluid egress. The surgical method creates a fenestration, an opening, a slit, or a hole, through an optic nerve sheath of a human patient. The fenestration is created in a minimally invasive manner using an applicator, such as an endoscopic visualization apparatus, that includes a stent or shunt for deploying through the fenestration. The presently disclosed specification is indicated to treat papilledema and/or intracranial hypertension and to deliver therapeutic compositions through the optic nerve sheath.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for interfacing an ophthalmic surgical laser system with a patient's eye using a single-piece patient interface (PI). The PI includes a hollow shell, with an applanation lens and a flexible skirt at its lower end. Through channels are formed around the applanation lens to connect the spaces above and below the lens. When the PI is coupled to the laser system and the eye, the upper rim of the shell forms a seal with the laser system and the flexible skirt forms a seal with the eye. A vacuum is applied to the interior of the shell via a vacuum port on the laser system, and the vacuum is communicated to the space enclosed by the applanation lens, the skirt and the eye through the channels around the lens. A magnetic mechanism is also provided to hold the PI shell to the laser system.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for extended release drug delivery including a refillable reservoir configured to receive a therapeutic agent and having an outlet for delivery of the therapeutic agent to a patient from the reservoir over an extended period. A porous structure is coupled near the outlet of the reservoir, the porous structure formed of sintered material. A barrier layer is coupled to the reservoir on or adjacent a surface of the porous structure such that the therapeutic agent passes through both the porous structure and the barrier layer upon delivery from the reservoir through the outlet. The porous structure is tuned to deliver the therapeutic agent at a diffusion rate and the barrier layer is adapted to block passage of particles having an average particle size within an average particle size range that is outside an average particle size range blocked by the porous structure. Related methods and systems are provided.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for treating dry eye include an energy source configured to apply energy to an obstruction located in a meibomian gland of a patient's eyelid. The apparatus also comprises an insulator configured to be positioned between a rear portion of the patient's eyelid and a surface of the patient's eyeball. An inner surface of the insulator has a curvature greater than that of the patient's eyeball such that an air pocket is formed between the inner surface of the insulator and the patient's eyeball, wherein the air pocket provides additional insulation to reduce or eliminate an amount of heat due to the applied energy from the energy source from being conducted to the surface of the patient's eyeball, such that the applied energy does not cause the temperature to reach a temperature sufficient to cause damage to a corneal or scleral portion of the patient's eyeball.

Abstract: Glaucoma can be treated by implanting an intraocular shunt into the eye. Such procedures can employ various deployment devices, shunts, and implantation techniques. A method of treating glaucoma can be performed by a clinician, in which a hollow needle is inserted into an eye through the sclera. The hollow needle can carry an intraocular shunt. Once inserted and properly positioned, the clinician can release the shunt from the needle such that the shunt conducts fluid away from the anterior chamber of the eye.

Abstract: A system for forming a corneal implant includes a cutting apparatus, which includes a laser source that emits a laser and optical elements that direct the laser. The system includes a controller implemented with at least one processor and at least one data storage device. The controller generates a sculpting plan for modifying a first shape of a lenticule formed from corneal tissue and achieving a second shape for the lenticule to produce a corneal implant with a refractive profile to reshape a recipient eye. The sculpting plan is determined from measurements relating to the lenticule having the first shape and information relating to a refractive profile for a corneal implant. The controller controls the cutting apparatus to direct, via the one or more optical elements, the laser from the laser source to sculpt the lenticule according to the sculpting plan to produce the corneal implant with the refractive profile.

Abstract: A method for adjusting the refractive power of a fluid-filled intraocular lens implanted into a patients eye. The method comprises selecting a pattern to cause a flattening of the intraocular lens or an increase in curvature of the intraocular lens, and ablating the pattern, onto either an optical element of the intraocular lens or a flexible element of the intraocular lens, to alter either one or both of a refractive power and an amplitude of accommodation of the intraocular lens. The ablating occurs while the intraocular lens remains implanted in the patient's eye. The ablating maintains the integrity of a fluid-filled interior cavity defined between the optical element and the flexible element, but causes the flattening of the intraocular lens or the increase in curvature of the intraocular lens.

Abstract: A method for using a laser to create a pocket in a patient's cornea is provided. The pocket is created using a femtosecond or a nanosecond laser. The laser ablates tissue within the cornea in a specific shape. The shape of the pocket can be determined by software to custom program a three-dimensional path of the laser. A variety of corneal pocket configurations or computer programmed shapes can be used to accommodate various corneal lens shapes and sizes. An intracorneal lens can then be inserted into the pocket, in order to correct the patient's vision.

Abstract: An automatic darkening filter assembly for a welding protector and a welding protector that includes the automatic darkening filter assembly. The automatic darkening filter assembly has a housing that forms an opening in which a switchable light filter is arranged. The switchable light filter is retained by a first and a second resilient gasket that are arranged on opposite sides of the switchable light filter and which each extend circumferentially adjacent a periphery of the switchable light filter. The invention helps maximizing the robustness of the welding protector and facilitates assembly.

Abstract: A setting unit sets a sound stimulation. A sound generation unit generates the sound stimulation thus set. The setting unit sets a sound stimulation having a sound volume level of a value between 70 and 85 decibels and a frequency of a value between 20 and 140 hertz, as a sound stimulation for activating a vestibular function via an ear stone of a subject person. The information acquisition unit acquires status information related to the vestibular function of the subject person, and the setting unit sets at least one of the sound volume level or a frequency of the sound stimulation in accordance with the information related to the vestibular function thus acquired.

Abstract: A wound dressing and a method for manufacture of a wound dressing is disclosed.

Abstract: A wound dressing is disclosed, the wound dressing comprising a first adhesive layer with a proximal surface configured for attachment of the wound dressing to the skin surface of a user; an absorbent core layer; an electrode assembly comprising a plurality of electrodes arranged on a distal side of the absorbent core layer, the electrode assembly comprising a plurality of sensor points distributed along a distal surface of the absorbent core layer; and a top layer on a distal side of the electrode assembly.

Abstract: A method, performed in an accessory device, for communicating the operating state of a wound dressing comprising an absorbent core layer is disclosed, wherein the accessory device comprises an interface configured to communicate with one or more devices of a wound dressing system, the one or more devices comprising a monitor device, and/or a wound dressing configured to be placed on a skin surface of a user, the method comprising: obtaining monitor data from the one or more devices, the monitor data being indicative of a condition of the wound dressing; determining an operating state of the wound dressing based on the monitor data, wherein the operating state is indicative of a degree of wetting of the absorbent core layer of the wound dressing; and communicating the operating state of the wound dressing via the interface.

Abstract: A wound dressing is disclosed. A wound dressing comprises a first adhesive layer, an electrode assembly, a monitor interface and a multiplexer. The first adhesive layer comprises a proximal surface configured for attachment of the wound dressing to a skin surface of a user. The electrode assembly comprises a plurality of electrodes including a first set of first electrodes. The monitor interface is configured to form a mechanical and electrical connection with a monitor device. The monitor interface comprises a coupling part and a plurality of terminals including a first terminal. The multiplexer comprises a number of N input pins and a number of M output pins. The N input pins include a first set of first input pins for connection to first electrodes of the first set of first electrodes, the first set of first pins including a first primary input pin and a first secondary input pin, and the M output pins include a first output pin.

Abstract: A wound debridement system includes a wound dressing having an active layer and a wound interface layer. The active layer is formed from one or more transmission layers that are arranged about a central post. Activation of the transmission layers is configured to cause the movement of the wound interface layer relative to a tissue site to which the wound dressing is applied. A drive unit is operably attached to the central post. The drive unit is configured to generate and transfer a vibrational energy and/or a rotational movement to the transmission layer(s) via the central post. The resultant vibration and/or rotation of the transmission layer(s) is imparted onto the wound interface layer, thereby effectuating the desired movement of the wound interface layer relative to the tissue site, which allows for the debridement of debris that may be located at the tissue site.

Abstract: A dressing interface for a negative-pressure treatment system includes a housing. The housing includes an entry surface having first channels. The dressing interface also includes a primary conduit through the housing and terminating on the entry surface, an ancillary conduit through the housing and terminating on the entry surface, and a base coupled to the housing. The base includes an aperture, and a plurality of stand-offs having rounded surfaces. The stand-offs defines second channels configured to facilitate flow of liquid to the first channels through the aperture.

Abstract: Medical dressing covering system and method of using the same. An exemplary dressing system comprises a primary dressing configured to adhere to a patient and to cover a location on the patient thereby inhibiting said location from being contaminated, said primary dressing defining an outer perimeter edge; a cover dressing having a central section and a peripheral section, said central section of said cover dressing being transparent wherein said primary dressing is visible when viewed through said central section; and a cover adhesive positioned on a lower surface of said peripheral section wherein said lower surface of said peripheral section is configured to adhere to the patient around said outer perimeter edge of said primary dressing whereby said cover dressing extends over and covers said primary dressing such that said cover dressing prevents contamination of said primary dressing.

Abstract: A medical dressing is provided. The dressing has a central portion and a border portion, and comprises a backing layer, an adhesive body contact layer and a pad arranged in the central portion between the backing layer and the adhesive body contact layer. The pad is symmetric about a longitudinal center line and the dressing comprises a lobed portion on each side of the center line. The medical dressing comprises a gripping tab which is coplanar with the border portion and which projects outwardly from the border portion. The medical dressing may be used for pressure ulcer prevention, such as at the sacrum region of a human body.

Abstract: A therapeutic compression garment, including: a body portion; and a spine portion, wherein the bands extending from either the body portion and/or spine portion attach the body and spine portions together when the body and spine portions are wrapped around a body limb, and wherein the spine portion is releasably attached onto the body portion such that the spine portion is positionable at different locations on the body portion.

Abstract: Disposable absorbent articles having color effects and materials thereof are disclosed. Disposable absorbent articles include a topsheet; a backsheet; an absorbent core between the topsheet and the backsheet; and a layer between the absorbent core and the topsheet. The topsheet has a generally planar first surface having a plurality of out-of-plane features and a first color. The layer has a second color. And, the plurality of out-of-plane features have a feature color different than the first color and the second color.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to one or a combination of an absorbent article's chassis, inner leg cuffs, outer leg cuffs, ear panels, side panels, waistbands, and belts that may comprise one or more pluralities of tightly spaced (less than 4 mm, less than 3 mm, less than 2 mm, and less than 1 mm) and/or low Average-Dtex (less than 300, less than 200, less than 100 dtex) and/or low Average-Pre-Strain (less than 300%, less than 200%, less than 100%) elastics to deliver low Pressure Under Strand (less than 1 psi according to the conditions defined by the Pressure-Under-Strand Test), while providing adequate Section-Modulus (between about 2 gf/mm and 15 gf/mm) to make the article easy to apply and to comfortably maintain the article in place on the wearer, even with a loaded core (holding at least 100 mls of liquid), to provide for the advantages described above.

Abstract: A tampon and delivery system for a pharmaceutical, holistic or medicinal component, includes: (1) a tampon having a generally cylindrical shape including a leading end and a cylindrical outer surface; (2) an outer delivery sheath applied to at least a portion of the cylindrical outer surface of the tampon, distal from the leading end (and preferably leaving the leading end exposed), where the outer delivery sheath comprises a formulation including (a) a water soluble polymer film carrier and (b) a pharmaceutical, holistic or medicinal component; and (3) an applicator containing the tampon and applied delivery sheath. Methods for preparation of the delivery system and methods of use are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a wearable device, and more specifically to a wearable device for detecting biological events, monitoring health condition of an individual, and for providing automatic alerts and analytics reporting. An exemplary wearable device for monitoring health condition of an individual comprises a puck component attachable to the individual's clothing, wherein the puck component comprises a circuit of a moisture sensor; a strip component configured to be placed within the individual's clothing, wherein a proximal end portion of the strip comprises a pair of conductive pads, and wherein the pair of conductive pads is configured to interface with the circuit of the moisture sensor while the proximal end portion of the strip is enclosed within the puck via a coupling mechanism.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus includes a frame and a mattress supported by the frame and arranged to support a patient thereon. A sensor is included to detect moisture on the patient and/or the patient support apparatus. The sensor produces signals indicative of the presence of moisture on the patient support apparatus. One or more alerts are output in response to the signals provided by the sensor to notify a caregiver of the presence of moisture on the patient support apparatus.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing absorbent sanitary products, comprising the steps of: forming a first and a second continuous elastic band, which are movable parallel to each other in a machine direction, fixing a plurality of absorbent panels between said first and second continuous elastic bands, arranged in a direction transverse to the machine direction, and spaced apart in said machine direction, wherein each of said elastic bands is formed by means of a method comprising the steps of: continuously feeding a plurality of tensioned elastic threads (30) in said machine direction, continuously feeding a pair of non-elastic webs arranged on opposite sides of said plurality of elastic threads, welding said pair of non-elastic webs to each other by means of a welding pattern comprising anchoring welds and/or containing and guiding welds.

Abstract: A topsheet (2) includes a laminate of a first nonwoven fabric (20) and a second nonwoven fabric (21), the two nonwoven fabrics (20, 21) are fused together at peripheral edges of openings (22) to form a plurality of fusion bond portions (23), and the first nonwoven fabric (20) in a region other than the fusion bond portions (23) protrudes in a direction away from the second nonwoven fabric (21) to form a plurality of projections (24) protruding toward the skin of a wearer. Each fusion bond portion (23) has a protrusion (26) protruding toward a sublayer (3), and a plurality of the protrusions (26) are dispersed on a surface (2b) of the topsheet (2) facing the sublayer (3). When the topsheet (2) is pressed toward the sublayer (3), the sublayer (3) is partially pressed by the protrusions (26).

Abstract: An objective is to provide an absorbent article that can prevent backflow and can reduce water retention in a front sheet as much as possible. In an incontinence pad 1 for use with a medium or larger volume that absorbs 20 cc or a larger volume of urine, a front sheet 3 is formed by coating a water repellent on a spunlace nonwoven fabric that is made of 100 wt. % of cotton fiber.

Abstract: An adjustable anatomical support and seat cushion apparatus for wheelchairs and the like, including a resilient, cellular thermoplastic honeycomb seat cushion member and a pivotally attached base member forming a planar base upon which the cushion member will rest when folded about the attaching pivot to engage and lay thereupon. Positioned upon and secured to the base member and disposed between it and the overlying cushion member, are user or therapist positionable, prescriptively sized and shaped pelvic obliquity elements, pommel elements and/or wedge elements operative to deform the cushion member when engaged with the bottom thereof. The assembly of components is contained within a suitable fabric cover envelope.

Abstract: A wheelchair is provided. First supports for supporting a user of the wheelchair are unevenly disposed to form a perimeter, and second supports for supporting the user of the wheelchair are unevenly disposed at least partially within the perimeter of the first supports. The first supports support the user when the first supports are in a raised position and the second supports are in a lowered position. The second supports support the user when the second supports are in a raised position and the first supports are in a lowered position. A alternation of supporting the user with the first supports or the second supports facilitates reduction of pressure sores of the user. In various embodiments, multiple groups of supports are used, the supports contour to a user's anatomy and/or the supports are pneumatic.

Abstract: An automated adjustable seating system (10) comprising: a seat (16), the seat (16) incorporating a first sliding frame (62) and seat upholstery attached to the sliding frame (62); a backrest (20), the backrest (20) incorporating a second sliding frame (138) and back upholstery attached to the sliding frame (138); a set of actuators (106, 128, 194, 196, 198); and a control system (200). The set of actuators (106, 128, 194, 196, 198) includes an actuator for adjusting the angle of the seat (16) relative to the horizontal (194), an actuator (106) for adjusting the longitudinal position of the first sliding frame (62); an actuator (196) for adjusting the angle of the backrest (20) relative to the vertical and an actuator (198) for adjusting the longitudinal position of the second sliding frame (138). Each of the set of actuators (106, 128, 194, 196, 198) is controlled by the control system (200).

Abstract: A foldable, elevating walker chair is disclosed having a height adjustment mechanism and a height limiter. The elevating walker chair has a unique lifting mechanism that allows the chair to be readily raised and lowered without motors. The weight of the elevating walker chair may be optimized by use of innovative bracing struts. The folding mechanism allows the elevating walker chair to achieve a compact configuration. Innovative components such as a swivel seat, hinges, seatbelt, telescoping wheel mounts, height adjustment devices and safety mechanisms may be included in the elevating walker chair.

Abstract: A bed system includes a fixed frame, a movable frame, and first and second end boards disposed at the head and foot ends of the fixed frame, respectively. The system may be assembled and/or configured such that: a first electric or manual actuator is coupled between the fixed frame assembly and a first linkage assembly of the movable frame assembly for powered or manual movement of a first movable section of the movable frame assembly; a second electric or manual actuator is coupled between the fixed frame assembly and a second linkage assembly for powered or manual movement of a second movable section of the movable frame assembly; and/or a third electric or manual actuator is coupled between the first and second end boards for powered or manual height adjustment of the head and foot ends of the fixed frame assembly.