Abstract: An ostomy appliance that comprises a ring member and a rib member. The ring member has an interior surface and an engagement portion encircling a centrally-located input opening. The engagement portion comprises a plurality of spaced-apart flexible tabs extending radially inward into the input opening. The flexible tabs have an opening centrally located between opposing side edges. A plurality of spaced-apart teeth extend radially inward from the ring member. The teeth are in alignment with spaces between the plurality of flexible tabs. The rib member has a curved body portion, a dowel, pins and a notched section in the body portion. The rib member is removably securable to the ring member whereby the pins are insertable into openings of adjacent flexible tabs and one of the plurality of spaced-apart teeth is received within the notched section such that the notched section is seated on the inside surface of the tooth.

Abstract: Examples relate to fluid collection devices, systems, and methods of collecting fluid from wearers. The fluid collection devices include a retention means for maintaining the position of the fluid collection device with respect to the wearer.

Abstract: The Mobile, External, Prophylactic, Female, Urinary System is a uniquely-configured system which allows a human female to void their bladder without urinary frustration or bladder discomfort—whether lying, sitting, standing, walking or traveling. This system contains uniquely-sized and uniquely-shaped components which capture a discharged stream of urine from a human female urethra, and direct it smoothly into a capture-and-storage bag. The system is worn external to the body, which helps preclude urinary-tract infection. It can be worn under clothing. It is useful when the user has: urinary incontinence, or difficulty getting to a toilet, or difficulty finding a convenient place to urinate while traveling.

Abstract: An operating method of an anti-snoring rehabilitation device is provided. The method includes a starting step, a lifting step, a horizontal reciprocating step and an adjusting step. The anti-snoring rehabilitation device includes a detecting unit detecting the patient's snoring volume, time period, frequency, etc., and transmitting a control signal to a control substrate of an electric control screen for controlling a movable framework to lift, fold and horizontal reciprocate, so as to improve the user snoring.

Abstract: Maxillary devices and mandibular devices each have a first housing connectable to a tooth of a user or connectable or integral with a teeth covering, wherein the housing encloses an on-board circuit board and a power source. The first housing of the maxillary devices has a tooth connecting portion, a palate housing portion and/or a buccal housing portion. The first housing of the mandibular devices has a tooth connecting portion and a sublingual portion. Each of the palate housing portion and the buccal housing portion enclose a stimulator having an electrode electrically connected to the on-board circuit board and the power source, and can enclose a sensor and/or a medicament dispenser. Methods of treatment using the same are disclosed also.

Abstract: A container-closure system includes a container configured to hold a therapeutic liquid and having a dispensing tip configured to dispense a dose of the therapeutic liquid. A vented cap is configured to fit over at least a portion of the container including the dispensing tip and having one or more vents that allow air to pass into and out of a cavity defined between the vented cap and the dispensing tip. A second cap is configured to fit over at least a portion of the vented cap. A tamper evident seal is coupled to the second cap and one or both of the container and the vented cap.

Abstract: Several embodiments disclosed herein relate to compositions and methods for treating or repairing damage to ocular tissue. In particular, several embodiments relate to patches that interact, e.g., by way of an adhesive, with damaged retinal tissue to repair or mend a hole, tear or detachment of the retina from underlying ocular tissue. Still additional embodiments relate to self-assembling patches.

Abstract: The invention relates to a treatment apparatus having a modular intraocular lens, which comprises a first part having a haptic and a marking, visible in optical coherence tomography, with known dimensions of said marking and a second part having an optics body and which has a convergence state, in which the second part is in contact with the first part, and a spaced- apart state, in which the second part is spaced apart from the first part, having an optical coherence tomography device, which is configured to record, by means of optical coherence tomography, an OCT cross-sectional image which shows the first part arranged in a capsular bag of an eye and which shows dimensions of the marking in the OCT cross-sectional image, and having an evaluation unit which is configured to create a corrected OCT cross-sectional image by transforming coordinates of the OCT cross-sectional image in such a way that dimensions of the marking in the corrected OCT cross-sectional image are closer to the known dimensions of the m

Abstract: An implantable drug delivery device includes a proximal portion, a distal portion, and an elongate portion disposed between the proximal portion and the distal portion. The proximal portion is angled, relative to the elongate portion. The distal portion is angled, relative to the elongate portion. The drug delivery device is configured for insertion into a punctum of an eye, such that at least the distal portion and the elongate portion fully reside in the punctum of the eye when the drug delivery device is inserted.

Abstract: Various examples are provided related to electrosurgical devices which can be used during ab interno canaloplasty or pupilloplasty surgery. In one example, a suture tensioning and electrocautery device includes a casing; suture grips protruding out of a proximal end of the casing; a suture tensioning and retracting system connected to the suture grips; and a suture electrocautery system. In another example, a method includes affixing ends of a suture to respective suture grips protruding out of a proximal end of a suture tensioning and electrocautery device; tying the ends of the suture and tensioning the suture by rotating the suture grips to dilate Schlemm's canal; and heating the tied ends of the suture to maintain the tensioning of the suture thereby sustaining dilation of the Schlemm's canal.

Abstract: Injection of silicon oil (SO) to the anterior chamber of an eye efficiently induces intraocular pressure (TOP) elevation. This effect occurs without causing overt ocular structural damage or inflammatory responses while simulating acute glaucomatous changes that human patients develop over years by inducing progressive RGC and ON degeneration and visual functional deficits within weeks. The anterior segments of the experimental eyes are not substantially affected, leaving clear ocular elements that allow easy and reliable assessment of in vivo visual function and morphology. More importantly, this is the only reversible ocular hypertension model by removing SO from the anterior chamber and particularly useful for testing neuroprotection treatment together with lowering TOP treatment. In summary, the acute ocular hypertension glaucoma model replicates secondary post-operative glaucoma.

Abstract: Described herein are devices and methods for treating eye conditions. Described is an ocular implant including an elongate member having an internal lumen forming a flow pathway, at least one inflow port communicating with the flow pathway, and at least one outflow port communicating with the flow pathway. The elongate member is adapted to be positioned in the eye such that at least one inflow port communicates with the anterior chamber, at least one outflow port communicates with the suprachoroidal space to provide a fluid pathway between the anterior chamber and the suprachoroidal space when the elongate member is implanted in the eye. The elongate member has a wall material imparting a stiffness to the elongate member. The stiffness is selected such that after implantation the elongate member deforms eye tissue surrounding the suprachoroidal space forming a tented volume.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ophthalmic treatment device and a method for operating the same. The present invention provides an ophthalmic treatment device and a method for operating the same, the ophthalmic treatment device comprising: a treatment beam generation unit for generating a treatment beam; a beam delivery unit for forming a path along which the treatment beam generated from the treatment generation unit is delivered to a treatment area positioned on the fundus; a monitoring unit for emitting a detecting beam along the path of delivery of the treatment beam and sensing treatment area state information on the basis of information regarding a change in speckle of the detecting beam, which is scattered and reflected from the treatment area; and a control unit for controlling the driving of the treatment beam generation unit on the basis of the treatment area state information sensed by the monitoring unit.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for improved followability in laser-based ocular procedures. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic instrument comprises a projection located at the distal end of the shaft or cannula, the projection having a distal surface in proximity to the distal end of the optical fiber, the distal surface adapted to be positioned facing the treatment area during use of the ophthalmic instrument. An example method includes delivering laser energy through an optical fiber to the treatment area, wherein the distal surface of the projection inhibits bubbles formed during the procedure from moving distally away from the distal end of the ophthalmic instrument.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing laser operations to improve the accommodative amplitude of an eye. Systems methods and laser delivery patterns and operation for structural pillars in the lens of the eye to permit deformation of laser effected areas of the lens that are adjacent to the pillars.

Abstract: An ophthalmic surgical system for monitoring incision performance includes a laser device, a camera, and a computer. laser device delivers a laser beam with a laser setting energy towards a target to create optical breakdowns in the target. The camera generates images of the optical breakdowns in the target. The computer instructs the laser device to create the optical breakdowns in the target to yield a test pattern. The test pattern comprises regions of optical breakdowns, where each region was created with a different laser setting energy. From the images, the computer identifies a lowest energy region with substantially continuous optical breakdowns, and designates the laser setting energy used to create the identified region as a threshold energy.

Abstract: Apparatus for protection of the ear and ear canal, and related methods of use and operation. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a selectively actuated valve which permits a varying or modulated size of aperture to be created by the wearer while the apparatus is in use, so as to accommodate varying functions, such as complete occlusion (e.g., for use in swimming or other acquatic activities such that water can be completely excluded) or partial occlusion (e.g., such that sounds can be heard by the wearer, whether in air or under water). In one implementation, the apparatus is retained within the ear canal of the wearer by virtue of the apparatus' shape and coordination with one or more natural features or contours of the anatomy in the ear region, without having to be inserted more than superficially into the outer portion of the ear canal.

Abstract: An earplug dispenser for contactless operation by a user having a container portion for receiving a plurality of earplugs. A dispensing portion is coupled to the container portion. The dispensing portion has a motor and a rotor coupled to the motor. The rotor has a plurality of rotor openings to receive individual earplugs in each rotor opening. The dispensing portion also has a dispensing opening. The motor rotates the rotor to dispense earplugs through the dispensing opening.

Abstract: Devices and methods for wound treatment are disclosed. A chamber may define a treatment space having an interior engineered surface including a plurality of structures configured to provide pathways for the distribution of negative pressure and to exert mechanical stress on a wound. One or more tubes may be in fluid communication with the treatment space to facilitate the application of negative pressure, the introduction of therapeutic agents, and the removal of wound material. Therapeutic agents may be formulated with a gel, for example, a hydrogel, a hydrocolloid, alginate, methyl cellulose, gelatin or any other gels for sustained-release and enhanced usability. A wound fluid collection device including an absorbable material may interface with the wound treatment device to facilitate the collection and disposal of wound material.

Abstract: An adhesive bandage that is capable of delivering nitric oxide gas to skin is generally disclosed. The bandage may be used for topical skin therapy of a patient, such as, for example, to promote healing of a wound or condition, or to provide exogenous nitric oxide supplementation.

Abstract: Negative pressure wound therapy sponges that are custom-fabricated to fit a given wound to be treated, corresponding methods of creating said sponges in situ or external to a wound, and related systems for performing negative pressure wound therapy using said sponges. Exemplary sponge embodiments may have pressure-sensing capabilities.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are several embodiments of a negative pressure system and methods of using the same in the treatment of wounds. Some embodiments are directed to a system that utilizes a wound dressing with at least three layers. These embodiments are directed toward improved distribution of negative pressure to a wound and periwound site surrounding the wound.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments related to a drape for use in a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). The drape comprises a cover layer, a spacer layer, and a wound contact layer. The drape further comprises a support layer and a reinforcement member. A negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) apparatus, such as a suction adapter or a wound dressing may be coupled to the drape applied on a wound. The drape may withstand multiple coupling and decoupling of NPWT apparatuses, and can be stay on the wound during coupling and decoupling of NPWT apparatuses. The drape may be coupled with two or more different types of NPWT apparatuses.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments may relate to dressings configured to provide negative-pressure therapy to a tissue site, such as an incision. In some embodiments, the dressing may comprise a manifold and a cover configured to be disposed over the manifold on a tissue site. Some embodiments of the cover may comprise a plurality of fluid transport features, such as channels, on the interior surface of the cover. In some embodiments, the fluid transport features may be configured for capillary action.

Abstract: A self-attaching absorbent wrap is provided that can be easily secured and adjusted. The absorbent wrap may include a layered construction that includes an absorbent material sandwiched between a fluid impermeable outer layer and a fluid permeable inner layer.

Abstract: An oxygen scavenging dressing includes a patient interface layer, an absorbent layer, a foam layer, an oxygen scavenging layer, and a film layer. The film layer is configured to seal with a patient's skin and define an inner volume within which the patient interface layer, the absorbent layer, the foam layer, and the oxygen scavenging layer are positioned.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are devices and methods for protecting reconstructed nipples, typically post-surgery. The nipple protector may include a circular base portion and an annular ridge concentrically disposed to define a central aperture. The nipple protector In may further include an adhesive layer disposed on a bottom surface of the base portion for adhering the nipple protector to an area surrounding the reconstructed nipple. The nipple protector is fashioned to allow for direct access to the new nipple, which facilitates application of antibiotic ointments. The nipple protector softly adheres to the skin to provide flexible, adherent, comfortable, and water tolerant usage.

Abstract: Garment-like absorbent articles are disclosed. The garment-like absorbent articles may include two nonwoven components that have coordinating and/or substantially similar repeat patterns of apertures and/or bonds. The two nonwoven components may also have certain repeat unit areas, repeat unit width, and repeat unit lengths to aid in softness and to provide improved aesthetic appearance to consumers.

Abstract: A kit for disposing a surgical tampon into an anatomical cavity of a patient, and particularly in the nasopharyngeal region of a patient. The kit has an apparatus with a hollow deployment tube into which a compressible tampon may be removably disposed upon manipulation by a doctor. The tampon may have one or more associated functional additives to assist the doctor or patient with a surgical procedure. The kit may comprise a plurality of mutually identical or mutually different surgical tampons.

Abstract: A conformable surgical tampon for disposition into and removal from an anatomical cavity of a mammalian patient by a doctor to absorb and collect bodily fluids. The tampon comprises an absorbent chassis material and a plurality of spaced apart positioning strings attached to the chassis. The spaced apart positioning strings are operative to selectively position the conformable nasopharyngeal tampon within an anatomical cavity of a patient responsive to manipulation of a positioning string by a surgeon. The tampon is particularly suited for nasopharyngeal surgery.

Abstract: A moisture detecting article includes a moisture detection module secured to a garment, intended to contain and hold bodily fluids excreted by an animal. The moisture detection module is connectable to a moisture sensor disposed in the garment to detect when bodily fluid is excreted. If moisture is detected, the moisture sensitive detection module enables one or more signals, alarming the animal and its caretaker. The garment includes a moisture absorbent material, detachable from the garment for disposal of the excretion.

Abstract: Disposable absorbent articles suitable for providing bladder leakage cessation for females that experience urinary incontinence may comprise a primary sheet, a secondary sheet, and an absorbent sheet disposed between the primary and secondary sheet. The four-sided primary and secondary sheets each may include four edges, whereby each edge having a selvedge. The absorbent sheet may further include a plurality of macrofolds folded in a counter direction to the primary sheet length and the secondary sheet length. The selvedge edges of the primary sheet and the secondary sheet may couple together around the absorbent sheet to form a pillow package. With the proper placement of the pillow package, bladder leakage can be stopped and mitigated. The article can exhibit an article length and width from about 38 mm to about 50 mm.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article, such as a diaper, having non-woven hydrophobic leg cuffs and an inner layer comprising natural fibers derived from the flower/fruit/seed/stalk of a plant that is harvested seasonally and a treatment applied to at least one surface thereof that imparts hydrophobicity. The treatment includes at least one compound selected from the group consisting of waxes, urethanes, silicones, fluorocarbons, and non-fluorochemical repellants.

Abstract: A patterned apertured web is disclosed. The patterned apertured web includes a plurality of land areas in the patterned apertured web and a plurality of apertures defined in the patterned apertured web. At least some land areas of the plurality of land areas surround at least some apertures of the plurality of apertures. The patterned apertured web has an Effective Open Area in the range of about 3% to about 30%, according to the Aperture Test herein. The patterned apertured web has a plurality of Interaperture Distances, according to the Aperture Test herein. The Interaperture Distances have a distribution having a median and a mean. The plurality of apertures include a first set of apertures defining a first shape and a second set of apertures defining a second shape.

Abstract: The disposable diaper with accessories is adapted for use in the capture of the eliminations and excretions of a biological entity such as an infant. The disposable diaper with accessories is worn by the biological entity. The disposable diaper with accessories comprises a master structure and a plurality of absorbent sheetings. An individual absorbent sheeting selected from the plurality of absorbent sheetings removably inserts in the master sheeting. The individual absorbent sheeting captures the eliminations and the excretions of the biological entity. The individual absorbent sheeting is a disposable structure. A first individual absorbent sheeting selected from the plurality of absorbent sheetings is replaced by a second individual absorbent sheeting selected from the plurality of absorbent sheetings after the first individual absorbent sheeting has captured the eliminations and the excretions of the biological entity.

Abstract: A motion-based push activation power assist system for manual wheelchairs. The system uses motion-based measurements to determine when the user applies a push to the wheelchair handrims and brakes with the handrims. The push recognition activates a drive system that provides an assistive driving force-pulse to the wheelchair to reduce the demand on the user during propulsion. The brake recognition deactivates the power assist. The provided power assist is proportional to the sensed push and can be modulated to different proportional settings.

Abstract: A motorization device for a wheelchair may have a positioning arm adapted to be connected to a frame of the wheelchair by at least one lockable joint. A motor block may be operatively connected to the positioning arm by at least one other lockable joint, the motor block including at least a motor and an output roller operatively coupled to the motor, the output roller configured to contact a wheel of the wheelchair to impart torque to the wheel. The positioning arm and the motor block collaborate to provide the motor block with an engaged configuration in which the motor block is configured to biasingly contact a wheel of the wheelchair, and a disengaged configuration in which the motor block is separated from the wheel of the wheelchair.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus comprises a plurality of components including siderails and a control system. The ability of the patient support apparatus to automatically determine compliance with a therapy may be important to prevent any potential harm to patients. The control system includes a controller operable to monitor the position, angle, activity, or other attributes from each component of the patient support and communicate to the caregiver.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are person support apparatuses for continuous lateral rotation therapy. The apparatus includes a person support surface configured to support a subject, the person support surface including an actuating device for rotating the person support surface, one or more sensors configured to detect parameters of the subject and the person support surface and generate sensor data indicative of the same, and a controller. The controller is operable to cause movement of the person support surface into the predetermined angle of rotation and determine, based on the sensor data, whether the subject is in the predetermined angle of rotation. If the subject is not in the predetermined angle of rotation, the controller generates and transmits a correction control signal to the actuating device to cause the person support surface to move the subject into the predetermined angle of rotation.

Abstract: A dynamic support apparatus. The dynamic support apparatus includes a cushion, at least one actuator wherein the at least one actuator defines an interior volume and wherein the interior volume may be configured to be at least partially filled with a fluid, and a support disposed in the interior volume wherein the support configured to support an occupant when the interior volume is not filled with the fluid such that the support is sufficient to support the occupant.

Abstract: A kit for selectively constructing a floor of a packing rack and a horizontal transfer lift, and a method for converting a floor of a packing rack and a horizontal transfer lift. The kit includes a first rod, a second rod, a third rod, a fourth rod, a support base, a first beam, a second beam, a third beam, and a fourth beam, and a hooked motion unit.

Abstract: Systems for positioning a patient are provided. A patient positioning system comprising: an upper support comprising: a mounting plate for a pad; a hinge comprising a curved surface including teeth, the curved surface operable to rotate; a pawl that is in contact with the teeth of the hinge, wherein the pawl is operable to allow rotation of the pad in a first direction due to angles of the teeth; a moveable member extending from the hinge, the moveable member including teeth; and a second pawl that is in contact with the teeth of the moveable member, the second pawl operable to allow movement of the moveable member due to angles of the teeth of the moveable member; and a lower support connected to the upper support via the moveable member.

Abstract: A support attaches a mechanism to a patient table having a patient supporting surface and a first rail and a second rail. The support comprising: a base; a first engagement member; a second engagement member; and a single engagement mechanism moving the first engagement member and the second engagement member from a loading position to a secured position securing the base to the first rail and the second rail.

Abstract: Disclosed is a buttock support for at least partial load-relief of the body weight of a person, the buttock support having two support regions adapted to receive at least part of a buttock region of the person. Also disclosed is a load-relief system having the aforementioned buttock support. The two support regions are separated from one another by a gap and are rounded. The gap separates the two support regions from one another centrally. The buttock support significantly simplifies the connection of a person to the aforementioned load-relief system to prepare for manual and/or automated physical therapy and also ensures that the thigh region, in particular the inner face of the thigh, and the groin region are accessible for further medical/therapeutic treatment by the medical staff.

Abstract: A box (200) is disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are wearable, wireless-enabled biometric sensor systems, methods for manufacturing/operating such biometric sensor systems, and robotic exoskeletons equipped with such biometric sensor systems. A biometric sensor system includes a first biometric subassembly that mounts to an upper-extremity portion of a user's appendage, and a second biometric subassembly that mounts to a lower-extremity portion of the user's appendage. Each biometric subassembly includes a respective biometric sensor that monitors a biometric characteristic of the respective extremity portion of the user appendage and wirelessly outputs a sensor signal indicative thereof. A system central processing unit (CPU), which mounts onto the user, is programmed to receive sensor signals from the biometric sensors, calculate a biometric parameter of the user appendage using biometric characteristics indicated by the received sensor signals, and command a subsystem (e.g.

Abstract: A modular passive-to-active exoskeleton system utilizes motor unit modules, an electromagnetic-clutch power transmission system, and biometric control. The passive exoskeleton has a stamina-increasing “chairless chair” function and optional use of magnetic ball-and-socket joints and knee torsion springs. To convert the exoskeleton system into an active robotic wearable device, modular attachments allow for motor units to be securely connected to the exoskeletal frame. An exoskeleton system may contain a knee motor unit that has a transmission system with an electromagnetic clutch that enables a passive mode, active mode, and/or hybrid mode. The motor units are controlled using wireless biometric motion sensors that measure limb joint angle and muscle activity. These motor units also communicate via wireless transmission with a central processing unit of the exoskeleton.

Abstract: A cane caddy device is provided. The methods of making and using the cane caddy device are also provided.

Abstract: A system and method for promoting angiogenesis and adipogenesis in soft tissue using a tissue enlargement apparatus. The tissue enlargement apparatus includes an interface configured for affixation to the soft tissue. A force generating device is coupled to the interface by a connecting tube for applying mechanical forces to the soft tissue. A processor is coupled to the force generating device and is configured to apply intermittent cyclical patterns of the mechanical forces to the soft tissue to promote angiogenesis and adipogenesis in soft tissue. The intermittent cyclical patterns are based on at least one of duration, frequency, and intensity of the mechanical forces.

Abstract: A modular ultrasonic massage ring device, including arc frame components, assembly locking structures, and ultrasonic massage mechanisms extending radially from the arc frame components respectively; each of the assembly locking structures is arranged between opposing ends of two adjacent arc frame components to assemble and fix the arc frame components to form a ring-shaped ultrasonic massage device; the ultrasonic massage mechanisms extend radially from the arc frame components. A number of the arc frame components to be assembled can be increased or reduced to assemble different massage ring device of different specifications so that a single product can meet the demands of all family members who may have different body shape.