Abstract: A sensor system for detecting a property of or within an absorbent article may comprise an absorbent article and an auxiliary article.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a novel water-absorbing sheet that can meaningfully reduce the return amount even when introduction of a liquid occurs intermittently for several times (particularly, three or more times) under a situation with no load, and the amount of introduction of the liquid becomes large.

Abstract: An array of disposable absorbent articles comprising a sequence of graphic designs corresponding to a wearer's stage of development.

Abstract: A folded absorbent article includes absorbent core sandwiched between a liquid-permeable topsheet and a liquid-impermeable backsheet. The absorbent article defines, in an unfolded and planar state, a longitudinal center line and a transverse center line Moreover, the absorbent article has a flexure-resistance of less than 450.0 grams-force. Each transverse side of the absorbent article is folded along a respective longitudinal fold line, such that each of transversely opposed side edges are folded onto a topsheet surface thereby forming a firstly folded absorbent article. The firstly folded absorbent article is thereafter folded along a first transverse fold line located in the region of the transverse center line thereby forming a secondly folded absorbent article. Finally, the secondly folded absorbent article is folded along a second transverse fold line located approximately in the middle between the transverse center line and a waist edge thereby forming a thirdly folded absorbent article.

Abstract: A disposable wearable absorbent article comprises a chassis having an absorbent core and first and second side panels extending transversally outwards towards respective outer edges. Each of the first and second side panels comprises a mechanical fastening material affixed to an outer end portion of the panel whereby, in use, the first and second side panels can extend around a user's waist to couple the first and second side panels to the chassis. Each of the side panels is gathered in a longitudinal direction to form at least one pleat extending in the transverse direction, and comprises a binding material affixed to respective side panels to maintain each of the first and second side panels in a gathered configuration. A method for forming disposable wearable absorbent articles is also disclosed.

Abstract: A trolley system configured to transport a patient within an MRI environment includes a patient support portion, a base portion configured for movement relative to a floor, a lift coupled to the patient support portion and the base portion, an electric motor coupled to the lift, and an electric blower coupled to the patient transfer device. The lift is configured to change the elevation of the patient support portion relative to the base portion. The motor is mounted such that the elevation of the motor is fixed relative to base portion. The trolley system is positionable adjacent an MRI apparatus within the MRI environment and the magnetic field of the MRI does not interfere with the operation of the motor or blower. The trolley system may further include a patient transfer device having an air bearing. The blower is configured to deliver air to the air bearing.

Abstract: An elevated CPR assist device is provided which is suitable for attachment to a stretcher to elevate a patient as elevated CPR is carried out on the patient. The device includes a housing and upper and lower device straps extending from the device housing. The upper device strap may be configured for attachment to the upper portion of a stretcher mattress on, or a backrest of, a stretcher. The lower device strap may be configured for attachment to the stretcher frame of the stretcher. At least one of the upper device strap and the lower device strap may be selectively extendable from the device housing. Selected extended lengths of the extendable device strap correspond to respective patient support angles of the stretcher mattress. The elevated CPR device is lengthened between the stretcher frame and the stretcher mattress/backrest to various desired angles, during the performance of elevated CPR.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus including a base frame arranged for movement about a floor surface. The base frame defines a foot end and a head end, and includes first and second longitudinal rails extending between the foot end and the head end with a plurality of lateral receivers formed in each of the first and second longitudinal rails. A patient support deck provides support to a patient, and includes a fowler deck section and a base deck section. The fowler deck section is coupled to the base frame for pivoting movement relative to the first and second longitudinal rails. The base deck section is attached to the first and second longitudinal rails, and includes a plurality of lateral braces having notched ends shaped to be inserted into a respective one the plurality of lateral receivers formed in the first and second longitudinal rails to assemble the patient support apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention is a bed for in-patients or mobility-limited or non-mobility individuals, consisting of a retractable bed that allows the patient or individual to defecate and urinate without leaving the bed. The bed is divided into two structures and comprises a special mattress, also divided into two sections, two levers located on the side of the bed, a back rest, a soft toilet seat, a plate or support structure, a basin-shaped container, a light bell, two levers on the side of the bed that transmit force and displacement and, when pulled by the patient, cause the two bed structures to separate and they lift the seatback and initiate the entry of the soft, toilet-like seat into the plate or support structure, with the container or basin.

Abstract: An isolation enclosure to contain a person who may have an infectious disease to protect a surrounding population from the infectious disease or to contain a person who may not have an infectious disease to protect the person from a surrounding population who may have the infectious disease. The isolation chamber may be inexpensive, easy to setup, and may be secured to adjacent enclosures. The isolation chamber and adjacent enclosures may comprise the same components.

Abstract: An example of an automated external defibrillator (AED) includes a housing including a lid, printed graphical instructions indicating sequential steps for treatment of a patient with the AED, a speaker configured to provide audible messages associated at least in part with the printed graphical instructions, and defibrillation electrodes stored under the lid and configured for application during the treatment of the patient according to steps including a step of peeling a left electrode pad from a liner of the left electrode pad, a step of applying the left electrode pad to the patient, a step of peeling a right electrode pad from a liner of the right electrode pad, and a step of applying the right electrode pad to the patient.

Abstract: A lifting belt assembly for lifting or repositioning a non-ambulatory person includes a belt that is slidable behind or beneath a non-ambulatory person that needs to be moved or repositioned. The belt is comprised of a friction inhibiting material to enhance sliding the belt behind or beneath the non-ambulatory person. The belt has a pair of gripping holes each extending therethrough to facilitate a caregiver to grip the belt for lifting or repositioning the non-ambulatory person. A set of first pads is each coupled to the belt and each of the first pads is aligned with a respective one of the gripping holes. A set of second pads is each coupled to the belt and each of the second pads is aligned with a respective one of the gripping holes.

Abstract: A transfer assembly for a hoist unit for a patient includes a motor base, a first frame secured to the motor base for rotation about a pitch axis. The first frame includes one or more first suspension wheels rotatably affixed thereto for rotation about a laterally extending axis. The transfer assembly also includes a second frame secured to the first frame for rotation about a yaw axis. The second frame includes one or more second suspension wheels each of which is rotatably affixed thereto for rotation about a laterally extending axis. The transfer assembly also includes a drive wheel assembly rotatably mounted on the motor base for rotation about a laterally extending drive wheel axis. The transfer assembly also includes a motor assembly secured to the motor base and operatively connected to the drive wheel assembly such that operation of the motor rotates the drive wheel assembly.

Abstract: A disease isolation module for patients, where the module includes an inflatable body adapted to accommodate a bed for a patient, transparent walls on the inflatable body to enable observation of the patient, and a door on the inflatable body.

Abstract: An isolation assembly includes a mattress pad, a supporting frame set and an isolation mask. The mattress pad is installed on a bed. The supporting frame set is disposed on the bed. The isolation mask is installed on the supporting frame set. The supporting frame set holds the isolation mask, such that the isolation mask is located around a periphery of the mattress pad, so as to form an isolation space for the mattress pad to be accommodated.

Abstract: The disclosed infection control systems and devices can be easily and quickly deployed by clinicians and staff in emergent and routine medical environments to provide adequate protection from bio-aerosolized and droplet material while allowing appropriate access to and visibility of the patient during such procedures. The infection control devices may include a base member and a frame disposed on the base member. The frame may be configured to move between a collapsed state and an expanded state with respect to the base member. The frame may include a first support member and a second support member configured to extend vertically from the base member when in the expanded state. The devices may include an enclosure member that is disposed on the frame and the base member and configured to define an enclosure above the base member. The devices may also include access member(s) configured to provide access to the enclosure.

Abstract: A method of use and a spinal alignment system that comprises a wedge-shaped cushioning device with a plurality of attachment points, a thoracic member that is detachably attached to the wedge-shaped cushioning device and resilient members.

Abstract: A surgical bed includes: a table on which a body part of a subject is placed; a leg holder configured to hold a leg part of the subject; a support member configured to connect the table and the leg holder to each other, and configured to adjustably support a positional relationship between the leg holder and the table; and a processor configured to derive the positional relationship between the leg holder and the table.

Abstract: A method of tremor reduction in a handheld device includes measuring a tremor motion and a tilt motion with a motion tracking module (“MTM”) disposed in a housing of the handheld device. In response to measuring the tremor motion, an attachment arm is moved with at least one motion generating mechanism to reduce the tremor motion in the attachment arm. Additionally, in response to measuring the tilt motion, the attachment arm is moved with the at least one motion generating mechanism to resist the attachment arm hitting a hard stop in the handheld device.

Abstract: A robotic exoskeleton comprising a back portion providing at least two degrees of freedom, two shoulder portions, each shoulder portion providing at least five degrees of freedom, two elbow portions, each elbow portion providing at least one degree of freedom, and two forearm portions, each forearm portion providing at least one degree of freedom. Associated robotic forearm joints and robotic shoulder joints are also addressed.

Abstract: Disclosed are powered gait assistance systems that include a controller, sensors, and a motor coupled to a patient's thigh and lower leg and operable to apply assistive torque to the patient's knee joint to assist the patient's volitional knee pivoting muscle output during selected stages of the patient's gait cycle, such that the assistive torque applied by the motor improves the patient's leg posture, muscle output, range of motion, and/or other parameters over the gait cycle. The sensors can include a torque sensor that measures torque applied by the motor, a knee angle sensor, a foot sensor that measures ground contact of the patient's foot, and/or other sensors. The controller can determine what stage of the patient's gait cycle the patient's leg is in based on sensor signals and cause the motor to apply corresponding assistive torque to the knee based on the gait cycle stage, sensor inputs, and known patient characteristics.

Abstract: An exoskeleton system and associated components are described herein. The exoskeleton system assists a user in lifting and/or bending to perform various operations. Components of the exoskeleton system can include a force device, a release mechanism, and a leg differential system. The force device includes a gas spring and a compression spring to store and release energy to assist a user of the exoskeleton system, the force device having a smooth force profile with no initial loading. The release mechanism disengages and re-engages the force device when actuated by a user. The leg differential system enables walking while wearing the exoskeleton system and equally loads different force devices of the exoskeleton system when a user's legs are displaced relative to one another.

Abstract: A stick capable of assisting walking by power of a wheel and driving the wheel according to user's desire regarding walking while maintaining the stick at a stable posture is provided. A stick includes a first stick with a wheel and a second stick with a wheel, in which the first stick and the second stick are made to cooperate with each other to control driving of the wheels included in the first stick and the second stick, respectively.

Abstract: A container comprising a cavity for holding a personal care product, an opening for dispensing the personal care product and a working feature for activation of soft tissue, the working feature being a structural feature as found on a physical therapy soft tissue mobilization tool that is adapted to mobilize soft tissue.

Abstract: A lactation aid is disclosed having an outer layer defining a cavity and a core material located in the cavity, the core material being adapted to be one or more of: heated and cooled. The lactation aid is adapted to be manually rolled over a breast. The lactation aid may include protrusions, which protrusions may be hollow such that core material at least partially extends into the protrusions. A temperature indicator may also be present. The lactation aid may combine three therapeutic components: application of temperature (heating or cooling), movement and compression to breast tissue.

Abstract: A user of a haptic stimulation device may control the performance of the device using a control application connected to the device via a short range wireless communication protocol. The haptic stimulation device user may request, through the control application, remote control of the haptic stimulation device by a user of a web browser. The control application may then request a unique web browser session key for a web page with controls for the haptic stimulation device. Once the control application has received the requested session key, the session key may be provided to the web browser user in any manner that is convenient (e.g., via e-mail). The control application may then receive a command, from the web browser user via the controls on the web page, to perform a selected haptic stimulation effect or haptic stimulation routine. The control application may then control the haptic stimulation device performance accordingly.

Abstract: This application discloses systems and methods of applying vibration to a targeted area on an individual that is experiencing pain, discomfort, or other musculoskeletal symptoms. Steps of the method include lengthening followed by oscillation and vibration. The lengthening step requires positioning the individual (e.g., with the help of a stretching cage) such that the individual experiences a stretching sensation in a targeted area (e.g., a group of muscles, ligaments, tendons, etc.). Next, the individual oscillates in and out of that lengthened position while vibration is applied to the targeted area. It has been discovered that these techniques can bring about dramatic and quick improvements in flexibility and range of motion, while also diminishing symptoms like pain and discomfort.

Abstract: A medical device system for providing sensor data capture includes a medical device that may include one or more removably coupled sensor hubs and that includes a display to provide sensor data and at least one data interface (DI) port that may be a sensor-agnostic DI (SA-DI) port and a data transfer cable that may be compatible with the sensor-agnostic DI port and includes a first electromechanical connector configured to detachably couple to the SA-DI port and a second electromechanical connector configured to couple to the sensor and that includes a cable memory and processor configured to execute stored software to format sensor data according to a protocol of the SA-DI port, an authentication circuit, and a cable isolation device to limit patient leakage current flow from the medical device to the sensor and to electrically isolate the authentication circuit from the cable processor and the cable memory.

Abstract: An atomizing device for a steaming face instrument, which comprises: a water delivery channel, the water delivery channel includes a water inlet and a water outlet; an atomizing sheet, the atomizing sheet is arranged at the water outlet , for atomizing water; and a heating mechanism, the heating mechanism is connected to the water outlet for heating the water mist, so that the temperature of the water mist is controlled between 45 and 60 degrees. By adopting the above design, the disclosure enables the liquid water to be atomized by the high-frequency resonance of the atomizing sheet, and then heats the water mist, so that the temperature of the water mist is controlled at 45-60 degrees, which is safe and effective. The volume of the face steaming instrument is reduced, it is convenient to carry, its power consumption is small, energy saving and environmental protection.

Abstract: A lockable container for securing items or objects, the container including a first element, which may include a cylindrical member and a retainer for capturing two or more rotatable rings on the cylindrical member, and a second element, which is mateable with the first element, cooperating with the rings to close an open end of the cylindrical member of the first element.

Abstract: A method of monitoring medication regimen with portable apparatus installed with a blister monitoring software for collecting patient compliance data, including one or multiple blister packages, a unique identification code disposed on each package. An embodiment of the invention includes steps of: logging patient into blister monitoring software with personal credential; capturing image of blister package using portable apparatus; analyzing image of blister package and obtaining unique identification code of package; crosschecking patient identity with package identification code to prevent false medication; automatically recording medication time and remaining tablets or capsules inside blister package. The method of the invention prevents false medication and enables doctors and nurses to remotely track patient's progress in real-time, thus increasing medication compliance.

Abstract: A medical pump, comprising: a fluid housing having a plurality of intake openings, sealed by at least one intake valve, and an outlet opening sealed by an outlet valve; a piston which is sealing the fluid housing and connected to a drive mechanism, the drive mechanism pulls the piston to draw fluid from one of the plurality of intake openings and pushes the piston to discharge the fluid into the outlet opening; and a selecting valve enclosing at least two tubes, each providing fluid to one of the plurality of intake openings, wherein the selecting valve closes one of the at least two tubes while opening another of the at least two tubes.

Abstract: An oral care composition includes a hydrophobic copolymer, and a polar solvent which can be used to treat and protect dental enamel from damage, for example, cracking or breaking.

Abstract: A compound (A) is represented by the formula (1): wherein R1 is a hydrogen atom or an alkali metal atom, R2 is a hydrogen atom or an alkali metal atom, R3 is a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, Z is a divalent or trivalent organic group, and the lines consisting of a solid line and a broken line bonded to Z represent a single bond or a double bond.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dental composition including cement and a non-aqueous liquid, wherein the cement includes a first domain including alite, a second domain including belite, and a matrix located between one or more selected from the group consisting of the first domain and the second domain and configured to include silicon (Si)-atom-doped tricalcium aluminate (3CaO.Al2O3). A dental hydraulic composition according to the present invention is a single ointment-type composition, and is thus easy to use and exhibits a good aesthetic appearance, high curability and high biocompatibility.

Abstract: A dental polymerizable composition includes a first component containing a (meth)acrylate free of an acid group, a (meth)acrylate having a carboxyl group, a basic filler, and an organic peroxide; and a second component containing a (meth)acrylate free of an acid group, a vanadium compound, and a thiourea derivative.

Abstract: A dental polymerizable composition includes: a first component containing a (meth)acrylate, a pentavalent vanadium compound, and a thiourea derivative; and a second component containing a (meth)acrylate and an organic peroxide.

Abstract: An oral cleaning composition in ingestible tablet or powder formulation contains natural materials. It has an advantage of portability because it is provided in a tablet or powder form instead of a liquid or gel form. In addition, the composition does not contain synthetic chemical components but uses only natural materials and can be safely ingested after use, and, thus, it does not require a space where it can be spit out. Furthermore, it exhibits excellent efficacy in inhibiting oral bacteria and removing bad breath.

Abstract: Absorbent nonwoven wipes having improved strength and hand feel comprising a non-homogeneous mixture of small diameter polymeric meltblown fibers and absorbent staple fibers with meltblown fiber rich outer surfaces and staple fiber rich inner regions and wherein a minor amount of staple fibers also protrude through the meltblown fiber rich regions. Wet wipes and dispensers for housing the same are also provided.

Abstract: One aspect of the present disclosure is a sheet type mask gel composition including a polyol, a water-soluble thickener, and water, wherein adhesive strength is maintained for a long time, a mask sheet including the same, and a method of manufacturing the mask sheet.

Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous nail polish compositions that use hollow borosilicate particles as a mattifying agent. The hollow borosilicate particles may be, e.g., calcium aluminum borosilicate particles, and the particles may be present in concentrations of, e.g., between 0.1% and 5% by weight in the composition.

Abstract: Provided is a method for producing a coating film formed on the skin by electrostatic spraying, the coating film having good feeling and not causing damage on the coating film even after a lapse of a long time A method for producing a coating film on the skin, comprising the steps of: A) electrostatically spraying a composition X comprising a component (a) and a component (b) directly onto the skin to form a coating film on a surface of the skin: (a) one or more volatile substances selected from the group consisting of water, an alcohol and a ketone; (b) a polymer capable of forming a coating film; and B) applying a composition Y other than the composition X, comprising a component (c) and a component (d) to the skin in the order presented or in reverse order: (c) 0.5% by mass or more and less than 5% by mass of an adhesive polymer; (d) one or more selected from the group consisting of a polyol and a liquid oil.

Abstract: A hair treatment compositions including about 20 wt. % or more of a polyol; about 5 wt. % to about 50 wt. % of a monoalcohol having 1 to 10 carbons; about 0.1 to about 5 wt. % of silicone; about 0.1 to about 10 wt. % of a cationic polymer; about 0.1 to about 10 wt. % of a cationic surfactant; about 0.1 to about 15 wt. % of a fatty alcohol; and about 10 wt. % or less of water, wherein all percentages by weight are based on the total weight of the hair treatment composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition in the form of an O/W emulsion, comprising: (a) at least one cationic polysaccharide; (b) at least one crosslinker having three or more acid groups or salt thereof; (c) at least one oil; and (d) water, wherein the amount of the (c) oil(s) in the composition is 50% by weight or more, preferably 60% by weight or more, and more preferably 70% by weight or more, relative to the total weight of the composition. The composition in the form of an O/W emulsion according to the present invention is stable. Also, a composition in the form of an O/W/O emulsion can be prepared by the composition in the form of an O/W emulsion according to the present invention.

Abstract: Nanocapsules that form emulsion particles and an emulsion composition including the nanocapsules are disclosed. The emulsion composition contains an aqueous phase; an oil phase; and emulsion particles surrounded by a plurality of non-amphiphilic nanocapsules located in the interface between the aqueous phase and the oil phase. The emulsion composition is capable of forming emulsion particles in an oil-in-water-type emulsion composition, without using a surfactant.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an antiperspirant cosmetic composition which provides good efficacy without silicone oils. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a cosmetic method for reducing perspiration and/or body odor caused by perspiration using a composition as contemplated herein.

Abstract: A therapeutic ointment is disclosed that is a cosmetic concealer that conceals and protects wounds, burns, rashes, and other skin conditions by incorporating a plurality of anti-microbial metal oxides with iron oxide pigments, petrolatum and tocopherol acetate or a comparable organic carrier emulsion into a skin-tone protective ointment concealer that protects the wound, promotes healing and renders the wound or wounded area less visible or invisible on the skin.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to hair care and conditioning compositions comprising polyols; monoalcohols having from 2 to 6 carbon atoms; fatty alcohols selected from cetyl alcohol and myristyl alcohol; cationic surfactants; fatty carbonate esters; and dialkyl ethers. When the composition is applied to the wet or damp hair or put in contact with extraneous water, the composition forms an emulsion having a lamellar phase. The present disclosure also relates to methods of treating hair using these compositions.

Abstract: The present invention is on a hair treatment paste composition providing improved hair styling owing to its flexible consistency, which makes easy and homogeneous application onto hair possible. It is an aqueous composition comprising one or more triglyceride comprising fatty acyl chain with a C length from 8 to 16 C atoms, a non-ionic thickening polymer with a polymerization degree of less than or equal to 400 and an anionic thickening polymer.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a composition suitable for topical application that comprises a naturally derived preservative having benzoic acid or a derivative thereof. The composition is stable when preserved with the naturally derived preservative and when at a pH that is above the natural pH of skin to as high as 7.25.