Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a portable and self-sufficient patient transport system. More specifically, the present invention relates to a portable stretcher featuring an onboard power supply comprised of an integrated inverter, a battery pack, a power strip, a charging port and other accessories to improve patient care, especially in critical care situations. The built-in stretcher battery system of the present invention ensures that all necessary medical devices associated with the stretcher, and the stretcher itself, are electrically powered and able to be used in transit without the need to be tethered to an external power source.

Abstract: A selectively locking rotational bearing element includes at least one bearing element supporting an outer race for rotational movement and a plurality of locking elements disposed circumferentially about an inner surface of the outer race. An actuator selectively moves the plurality of locking elements into engagement with the outer race to restrict rotational movement of the outer race and selectively move the plurality of locking elements away from engagement with the outer race such that the outer race is free to rotate relative to the locking elements.

Abstract: A stand assist stool includes a main body member having a base member, and an inclined platform that is positioned above the base member. The stand assist stool, in one embodiment, may include a semi-circular indentation on a rear portion thereof to accommodate the base of a toilet, so that the stand assist stool may be positioned around the base of a toilet. Additionally, the inclined platform may include a cover, such as a carpet type of material, non-skid material, or any desired covering, and may also include a toilet riser on a rear portion thereof, which may be installed underneath a toilet to raise it up to a desired height, so that the inclined platform is attached to a front portion of the toilet riser. Optionally, the stool may be pivotally connected to a toilet so that it flips upwardly when not in use.

Abstract: In a walking assist chair, a lifting seat is movable between a first position in which the lifting seat is arranged to form a part of a seat of a wheelchair and a second position that is away from the ground compared to the first position. A receding seat is movable between a third position in which the receding seat is arranged adjacent to the lifting seat arranged in the first position so as to form a part of the seat of the wheelchair and a fourth position in which the receding seat is separated from the lifting seat in the second position. The walking assist chair functions as a wheelchair with a seat on which a user can sit. The walking assist chair functions in a second form as a walking assist apparatus that can support the user in a standing posture.

Abstract: A patient support system comprises a patient support apparatus for patients. The patient support apparatus also comprises an actuatable device that perform one or more predetermined functions on the patient support apparatus. A controller is provided to control the rate of operation of the actuatable devices based on a user input or a patient condition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a time indicator to repeatedly monitor lapsed time after a preceding event or remaining time up to a subsequent event relative to a maximum period between the preceding event and the subsequent event, comprising:—a display configured to output an indication of lapsed or remaining time of the maximum period;—a controller connected to the display and configured: to monitor time; to accept an indication of an occurrence of the subsequent event; to reset the lapsed or remaining time relative to the maximum period upon occurrence of the subsequent event; and to drive the display to output the reset lapsed or remaining time relative to the maximum period.

Abstract: A patient support system comprises a patient support apparatus for patients. The patient support apparatus comprises a base and a patient support surface supported by the base. The patient support apparatus also comprises side rails that move between raised and lowered positions. One or more actuators are coupled to each of the side rails. A controller communicates with the actuators to raise and lower the side rails, either without any manual assistance from the user, or with manual assistance from the user.

Abstract: A patient support is provided. The patient support may include a plurality of inflatable members. The plurality of inflatable members may include a core including a resilient material. The patient support may be controlled with a first controller positioned within an envelope of the patient support. The patient support may include a detector to detect when an external controller is coupled to the patient support, the patient support being controlled by the second controller when the second controller is present.

Abstract: A system includes an inflatable device having a top sheet of material and a bottom sheet of material, wherein the top sheet of material is connected to the bottom sheet of material thereby defining a cavity therebetween to be inflated. The device further includes a plurality of passages in the bottom sheet extending from the cavity to an exterior of the device, wherein the passages are configured to permit air to pass from the cavity to the exterior of the device. The inflatable device further includes a plurality of inflation-limiting members connecting the top sheet to the bottom sheet, and an input configured for receiving air to inflate the device. The system further includes an absorbent body pad configured to be positioned between the top sheet of material and a patient positioned on the inflatable device.

Abstract: A rescue strap is provided with a plurality of strap loops that wraps around the torso of a patient and is fed through one of the strap loops to make a girth hitch around the patient's torso. The rescue strap then wraps around the patient's upper legs and through another strap loop making another girth hitch to lift from the hips.

Abstract: A transfer mattress includes a top panel and a bottom panel. The bottom panel is engaged with the top panel to form an internal chamber. The bottom panel includes an air permeable portion and an air impermeable portion, wherein the air permeable portion is constructed from an air permeable woven material. The permeable portion and the impermeable portion are configured such that air is able to escape from the internal chamber through the permeable portion and air is not able to escape from the internal chamber through the impermeable portion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a transfer device with a roll cloth for transferring patients, wherein the roll cloth has a tubular sleeve with two open ends. In order to satisfy high standards of hygiene and to permit easy cleaning, the roll cloth has, at each of the open ends of the sleeve, a peripheral end profile with an inner face and an outer face, which end profile is elastic, wherein, in the ready-to-use state of the roll cloth, the inner face of an upper portion of the end profile lies on the inner face of a lower portion of the end profile.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are related to a patient protection apparatus with a first side, a second side, a back, a top and a front visor. The first side and second side each include at least one of a side arm aperture, an instrument aperture and an air filter interface. The back includes a plurality of back arm apertures and at least one back instrument aperture. The top has a wider length at the front of the apparatus and a shorter length at the back allowing the first side and second side to taper at an angle from the front to the back. Some embodiments include wheels for easy transportation and removable front enclosures. Other embodiments include smaller dimensions for ease of transport and more versatile application.

Abstract: A headrest device may include a first plate, a second plate, and a locking mechanism, where the second plate is free to shift in any direction along a surface of the first plate while the locking mechanism is in an unlocked state, and where the second plate is prevented from shifting along the surface of the first plate when the locking mechanism is in a locked state. A method may include forming a first plate, forming a second plate, and attaching a locking mechanism to the second plate, where the second plate is free to shift in any direction along a surface of the first plate while the locking mechanism is in an unlocked state, and where the second plate is prevented from shifting along the surface of the first plate when the locking mechanism is in a locked state.

Abstract: An oral irrigator including a reservoir, a handle, a housing, a bezel positioned at least partially within and secured to the housing, and an actuator operably coupled to the housing and movable relative thereto is disclosed. The actuator includes a control shaft extending from the interior surface of the face and positioned inwards from an outer perimeter of front wall. The control shaft extends through an aperture in the housing and movement of a gripping body causes the control shaft to directly actuate a switch or a pressure assembly positioned within the housing. The actuator also includes an augmentation fluid positioned between the bezel and a portion of the actuator. The augmentation fluid modifies a frictional relationship between the bezel and the actuator to provide a predefined resistance force between the actuator and the bezel as the actuator is rotated relative to the bezel.

Abstract: A system can include a base configured to support a lower half of a human body. The system can also include a headrest elevated relative to the base, wherein the headrest is disposed adjacent to a proximal end of the base, where the headrest is configured to support a head of the human body. The system can further include a back platform having a first end and a second end, where the first end is coupled to the base, where the second end is disposed adjacent to the headrest, and where the back platform has a curvature, where the back platform is configured to support a torso of the human body. The system can also include a vibrating mechanism in communication with the back platform, where vibrations generated by the vibrating mechanism translate to the back platform.

Abstract: An example cervical traction device is used in conjunction with a therapy table and is made up of: a traction assembly configured to cyclically apply a traction force to the cervical spine at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the cervical spine to bend the cervical spine; a frame configured to support the traction assembly, the frame includes an upright mast; and a curved orthosis adapted to rest directly on the therapy table and for being positioned under the cervical spine of a patient during treatment. The traction assembly includes a first pulley device connected to the upright mast of the frame, the first pulley device is adjustable along a length of the upright mast. The traction assembly is configured to bend the cervical spine about the curved orthosis while exerting the traction force.

Abstract: Examples of a self-supported device for guiding motions of a target joint of a target body are disclosed. The device comprises a motion generator, a motion transfer system, a target body interfacing system, a load bearing system and a controller. The load bearing system comprises a plate connected to the motion transfer system and a network of joints and links configured to constrain the plate to rotate in three dimensions about a center of rotation of the load bearing system. A position of the center of rotation of the load bearing system being adjustable by adjusting a connection point between the links. The plate of the load bearing system is connected to an adjustable target body interfacing system that is configured to be mounted to the target body. The center of rotation of the load bearing system coincides (or nearly coincides) with a center of rotation of the target joint of the target body.

Abstract: A stair assist cane generally includes a handle, a first leg, a second leg, a first pair of feet, and a second pair of feet. The handle, first leg, and second leg are assembled to form a vertical plane when the cane is in use. The first pair of feet are disposed at a bottom end of the first leg and the second pair of feet are disposed at a bottom end of the second leg. The feet in the first pair of feet and second pair of feet laterally extend from the vertical plane in opposing directions to provide lateral support. The bottom end of the first leg is vertically offset in position relative to the bottom end of the second leg to permit the user to place each pair of feet on different stair steps to assist the user in ascending and descending stair steps.

Abstract: A walking assistance system according to an embodiment includes: a damper that applies a resisting force in a bending direction of a knee joint of the leg; extending assistance means for applying an assisting force in an extending direction of the knee joint; a sensor that detects a switching timing in a gait cycle of the user; and a control unit that switches modes of the damper in accordance with the switching timing so that a first bending mode and a second bending mode in which a resisting force larger than that in the first bending mode is applied are alternately repeated and switches modes of the extending assistance means in accordance with the switching timing so that a first extending mode and a second extending mode in which an assisting force larger than that in the first extending mode is applied are alternately repeated.

Abstract: Example embodiment provides a device for inducing blinking of a user. The device includes a sensor, a controller and a stimulator. The sensor is for measuring an ambient humidity. The controller is connected with the sensor for determining a blinking frequency for the user according to the ambient humidity and generating a control signal based on the blinking frequency. The stimulator is for providing a stimulus to the user according to the control signal. The stimulus induces blinking of the user.

Abstract: A blood flow stimulating device comprising: a boot (101) comprising a sole (111) and an upper; a sock (11) disposed within the boot (101): and a bladder (19) disposed within or on the sock (11), wherein the bladder (19) is configured to undergo repeated inflation and deflation so as to stimulate blood flow in a wearer of the blood flow stimulating device, wherein the sock (11) further comprises a toe region (1002), a heel region (1001) and a raised portion (1003) between the toe region (1002) and the heel region that (1001), in use, reduces the distance between the sock (11) and a foot of a wearer of the blood flow stimulating device at the raised portion of the sock.

Abstract: Venous therapy methods and apparatus improve arterial or venous blood flow, for example in the legs. Venous therapy can reduce venous backflow and can improve arterial therapy such as that provided by intermittent pneumatic compression therapy.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a method and apparatus for providing a blood pressure control massage. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, there is disclosed a method for providing blood pressure control massage, the method including acquiring blood pressure information of a user, determining a blood pressure control massage pattern on the basis of the blood pressure information, and providing a massage on the basis of the determined massage pattern.

Abstract: A massage roller apparatus includes a roller ball and a main roller body, which includes upper, lower and middle encasement members. The roller ball is hollow and contains a thermally stable material. The lower encasement member has a first concave opening therein, and an upper edge portion with a first attachment structure. The ring-shaped middle encasement member has a lower portion with a second attachment structure, and an upper portion with a third attachment structure. A hollow opening of the middle encasement member has a first diameter at its upper portion, and has a second diameter, less than the first diameter, at its lower portion. The upper encasement member includes a cup-shaped portion with a second concave opening therein, and also includes a handle at its upper end. A lower portion of the upper encasement member has a fourth attachment structure for selectively connecting to the middle encasement member.

Abstract: A hands-free female sexual organ stimulation apparatus stimulates the vulva region by detachably clipping to the labia majora while generating multiple speeds of vibrations to produce stimulation at the female sexual organ. The apparatus comprises an elongated disc sized to mate with the vulva. The disc has a mount face, an opposing stimulation face, and an outer wall extending therebetween. The stimulation face forms a flush, mating relationship with the vulva. A vibration portion rests concentrically on the stimulation face. The vibration portion engages the urethra while being partially fitted into the vagina. A vibratory motor with multiple speeds is embedded into the vibration portion. A receiver and a remote transmitter remotely control the vibratory motor. A tension clip detachably clips the disc to the labia majora. The clip has a curved shape that reduces pressure for enhanced comfort to the labia majora.

Abstract: A kit comprising tools for compressing a prostate of a human subject including a rectal compression probe for applying force in the ventral direction on the anterior wall of the rectum for transmitting a force in the ventral direction upon the posterior side of the prostate. The assembly further includes an abdominal compression probe for applying force in the dorsal direction on the hypogastric region of the abdomen for transmitting a force in the dorsal direction upon the anterior side of the prostate. Also disclosed is a method for compressing a prostate of a human subject.

Abstract: A percussive massage appliance has a general Y-shape, with first and second handle portions being suitable for being held by first and second hands, respectively, of a user, with the percussive massage head reciprocating along an axis that lies in a major arc defined by the two handle portions. The device has a rotation mechanism such that the user can rotate the reciprocation axis through an arc of about 120 degrees relative to the handles. The massager has a side-mounted brushless motor that drives the reciprocating output shaft through a crank wheel, a crank pin, and a connecting rod, without any gears therebetween. Batteries can be located in each of the two handles, providing a large battery capacity.

Abstract: A percussive therapy device includes a housing, an electrical source, a motor positioned in the housing, a switch for activating the motor, a push rod assembly operatively connected to the motor and configured to reciprocate in response to activation of the motor, and at least one of an angular position sensor configured to obtain angular position data of the percussive therapy device and a linear position sensor configured to obtain linear position data of the percussive therapy device. An attachment module is configured to be operably connected with a percussive therapy device and includes a housing, a wireless connection module, and at least one sensor configured to obtain biometric data of the user or obtain information regarding operation of the percussive therapy device.

Abstract: A percussive therapy system includes a percussive therapy device that includes a housing, an electrical source, a motor positioned in the housing, a switch for activating the motor, a push rod assembly operatively connected to the motor and configured to reciprocate in response to activation of the motor, and an attachment configured to be operatively connected to a distal end of the push rod assembly of the percussive massage device and to provide at least one therapeutic effect to a user. The attachment may include at least one of an actuator configured to provide the at least one therapeutic effect to the user and a sensor configured to obtain at least one of biometric data of the user and information regarding operation of the percussive therapy device.

Abstract: A spa is provided including a frame, a shell mounted to the frame defining a basin for holding water, at least one sensor for monitoring a spa component or water condition, a communications interface including a cellular transceiver, and a battery for providing power to the at least one sensor and to the communications interface when the spa is not connected to a power source. The spa also includes a controller in electrical communication with the at least one sensor and the communications interface. The controller is configured to, while the spa is not connected to the power source, receive information from the at least one sensor, process the received information, and cause the communications interface to wirelessly transmit the processed information to a remote source or central server.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the stimulation, in particular laser acupuncture, of a test person (1) in a specified body region (10), wherein—a number of reference stimulation points (RS1, RS2, RS3) are specified with respect to a reference (R), in particular a three-dimensional reference, of the body region (10) to be stimulated, —an image (A), in particular a three-dimensional image, of the surface of the test person's (1) body region (10) to be stimulated is captured, points (P1, P2, P3) are specified and/or ascertained in the captured image (A), the relative position of said points in the image (A) corresponding to the relative position of the reference stimulation points (RS1, RS2, RS3) on the reference (R), —the stimulation points (S1, S2, S3) to be stimulated corresponding to the points (P1, P2, P3) in the image are ascertained on the surface of the body region (10), —at least one stimulation unit (4) is automatically aligned with at least one of the ascertained stimulation points (S1, S2, S3)

Abstract: An automatic acupuncture device includes: a case; a motor or an electromagnet; a needle driver, configured to move linearly under the force of the motor or electromagnet to drive an acupuncture needle in a needle gadget into a human body, the needle gadget comprising a needle tube and an acupuncture needle inside the needle tube; a needle gadget chamber configured to house the needle gadget; and a locking-releasing structure that is configured to lock the needle gadget so that it will not fall out of the needle gadget chamber during acupuncture treatment, and also configured to release the needle gadget from the needle gadget chamber after acupuncture treatment. A needle gadget is provided for use with the acupuncture device, so that the acupuncture needle will not be exposed in air outside the needle tube before or after acupuncture. The acupuncture process is automatic, safe, without complicated manual operation.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a fluid container (100) for holding a fluid, specifically adapted for improved user handling by reducing the risk of fluid spillage in combination with easy extraction of the fluid comprised in the container (100). The fluid container (100) comprises a flap portion (110), which in its down-folded state allows for a predetermined amount of liquid to be stored in the container without the risk of leakage, and which flap-portion (110) in its up-folded state allows for easy extraction of fluid from the container (100). The present disclosure also relates to a fluid container system.

Abstract: The invention regards a device for reconstituting a bioactive agent and forming a flowable paste, the device comprising: a base configured for receiving: a first container containing a liquid, and a second container containing the bioactive agent, a syringe containing a paste forming material, the syringe being attachable to the base, wherein the base has a first conduit for fluidly connecting the first container with the second container and a second conduit for fluidly connecting the second container with the syringe, and wherein the first container is configured to be pressurizable such that when the first and second containers are received at the base, the liquid is forced through the first conduit into the second container, thereby reconstituting the bioactive agent, and the reconstituted bioactive agent is forced through the second conduit into the syringe, such that a paste is formed.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a capsule closure device for closing two-piece capsules each having a capsule upper portion and a capsule lower portion. The capsule closure device includes a capsule upper portion receiving member and a capsule lower portion receiving member. The capsule upper portion receiving member has a receiving hole and an introduction hole which is arranged coaxially relative to the receiving hole. The capsule upper portion receiving member has at the inner side thereof between the receiving hole and the introduction hole a support shoulder for supporting the capsule upper portion. The capsule upper portion receiving member has at the inner side thereof a ventilation groove, wherein the ventilation groove extends from the receiving hole to the introduction hole.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an apparatus and method for consumer manufacture of suppositories for rectal or vaginal delivery allowing for the removal of formed suppositories while mitigating the deformation or damage to the formed suppositories when removed.

Abstract: A medication dispensing and monitoring system of the present invention includes a housing containing an interior for storing and dispensing medication to an authorized patient at a desired time. The invention is programmed to dispense medication at the desired time and activates alarms if the proper procedure is not completed and/or if other undesirable events occur. The invention includes a secondary dispenser as a failsafe to ensure that the patient can obtain a dose of the contained medication in the event of a device malfunction or patient error.

Abstract: Disclosed is a liquid medicine dosage discharging apparatus configured to discharge a dosage of a liquid medicine from a liquid medicine storage portion into a prescription container to be transferred to a patient on the basis of a liquid medicine discharging request. The apparatus includes the liquid medicine storage portion in which the liquid medicine is stored, a discharge nozzle portion connected to the liquid medicine storage portion and configured to provide a discharge path of the liquid medicine, and a support portion located below the discharge nozzle portion and configured to support the prescription container. Here, the support portion grips a connection portion of the prescription container, which is exposed when a cover is removed, and supports the prescription container.

Abstract: A medication adherence device may include a unibody and a station. The unibody may include: a unibody housing configured to be removably coupled to a medicine container; an inertial measurement unit configured to record motion data describing the movement of the unibody, and therefore describing the movement of a medicine container that the unibody is coupled to; and a unibody data interface in communication with the inertial measurement unit. The station may include: a station data interface configured to receive motion data from the unibody data interface; and a station processing unit in communication with the station data interface, the station processing unit configured to generate medication access information using the motion data. Preferably, data and power may be communicated between the unibody and station when the unibody is positioned proximate to the station, such as by being positioned in a station cavity.

Abstract: According to a first embodiment, a feeding bottle comprises a vessel, collar, and nipple. The nipple comprises a base portion, a teat portion, an areola portion allowing movement of the teat portion towards and away from the base portion. According to a second embodiment, a feeding bottle comprises a vessel, collar, nipple and handle portion removeably secured to the vessel by the collar. The invention includes a flexible region or regions to provide a more natural feeding by closely mimicking the human breast.

Abstract: An NG feeding tube tip (50) is disclosed, which has a main body portion that fits to the end of an NG or OG feeding tube (20). The main body has a hollow interior that is in fluid communication with the bore of the NG or OG tube (20); and an aperture (56) in a sidewall through which feed can be given to a patient, and through which a sample of stomach content can be aspirated. The tip (50) is characterised by the outer wall of the main body comprising a recess or groove (60, 62, 80), which intersects the aperture (56), and which extends at least partially around the exterior surface of the main body. The recess or groove (60, 62, 80) prevents or inhibits an aperture-occluding seal between the stomach wall (30) and the NG or OG tube tip being formed, especially when a vacuum is applied to the NG or OG tube (20) during an aspiration procedure.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for guidewire placement for a gastrostomy tube are described herein. A system can include an elongated tube, an inflatable member, and a guidewire assembly. The elongated tube can have a first end, a second end, and can define a lumen. The inflatable member can be coupled to the first end of the elongated tube and can be fluidically coupled to the lumen such that the inflatable member can receive fluid via the lumen. The guidewire assembly can include a guidewire having a first end and a second end. The first end of the guidewire assembly can include a coupling member, the coupling member configured to couple to the inflatable member such that translation of the elongated tube translates the guidewire assembly.

Abstract: A bleeding control device is provided. The device includes an elongate member with a holding portion and an application portion. A known amount of hemostatic solute within a solution is administered to the application portion and allowed to dry. The elongate member is then sterilized. The resulting bleeding control device may be used during medical procedures such as root canal procedures and others.

Abstract: A dental restoration composite resin contains a polymerizable monomer, a chain transfer agent, and inorganic particles, wherein the inorganic particles contain inorganic particles (A) having a volume-median particle size of 0.1 ?m or more and 0.9 ?m or less, the inorganic particles (A) being surface-treated with compounds represented by the general formula (1), the general formula (2), or both.

Abstract: Aqueous solution of a transition and main group metal salt for use as conditioning agent in dental restoration therapy and method of conditioning a tooth surface.

Abstract: A personal care cosmetic composition; its method of manufacture; and its method of use are disclosed.

Abstract: Multi-layer deodorant applicator sticks are disclosed to be applied to the body of a user to prevent or mask body odor. Each deodorant applicator stick includes a first deodorant composition layer having a first sensory characteristic, such as a particular fragrance, and at least one second deodorant composition layer having a different sensory characteristic. The first and second deodorant composition layers are joined to one another (e.g., within a container) so that the respective first and second sensory characteristics thereof are available to the user either simultaneously or one at a time as the multi-layer deodorant applicator stick wears down over time. That is to say, a customized mixture of the first and second deodorant composition layers having the first and second sensory characteristics can be applied to the body of the user from a single deodorant applicator stick so as to avoid the necessity that the user have access to a second deodorant applicator stick.

Abstract: The present specification describes a method for manufacturing porous inorganic particles and a light-reflecting composition comprising porous inorganic particles. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure it is possible to provide a method for manufacturing porous inorganic particles capable of selective transmission or scattering of light having a specific wavelength range by controlling pore size and shell thickness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising: at least 10% by weight, relative to the weight of the composition, of water; at least 10% by weight, relative to the weight of the composition, of at least one silicone resin; at least one non-volatile silicone oil, at least one liquid C2-C8, preferably C2-C6, polyol at least one pigment, optionally at least one volatile oil, in a content such that the silicone resin/volatile oil(s) weight ratio is greater than or equal to 1. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing a composition, in which at least a portion of the pigment(s) is used in a form predispersed in at least one polyol, optionally in the presence of water and optionally in the presence of at least one polyalkoxylated alcohol comprising from 8 to 30 carbon atoms, comprising at least 15 alkoxyl, preferably ethoxyl, units; the predispersion being used during the process for preparing the composition or added thereto.