Abstract: According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a tongue retaining device configured for reducing obstructive sleep apnea, comprising: a tongue piercing device; and one or more threads attached to the tongue piercing device and anchoring it to an anterior anchor point.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are segmented, EVA intravaginal rings that release 17?-estradiol and progesterone with specific pharmacokinetics useful for treating, ameliorating, and preventing symptoms associated with menopause and vulvar and vaginal atrophy.

Abstract: A method for providing thermal contrast therapy to a vehicle occupant. The method comprises first operating a heating device to apply a first temperature for a first period of time and second operating the heating device and a cooling device in an alternating manner for a plurality of time intervals. The thermal contrast therapy achieves about a 10° C. to 20° C. change in a temperature of a surface of a seat and/or about a 3° C. to 6° C. change in a skin temperature of the vehicle occupant.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for removing heat from subcutaneously disposed lipid-rich cells are disclosed. In selected embodiments, suction and/or heat removal sources are coupled to an applicator. The applicator includes a flexible portion and a rigid portion. The rigid portion includes a thermally conductive plate and a frame coupling the thermally conductive plate and the flexible portion. An interior cavity of the applicator is in fluid communication with the suction source, and the frame maintains contiguous engagement between the heat removal source and the thermally conductive plate.

Abstract: A heating device is provided comprising: a wearable layer conformable to a part of a user's body; a heat source attached to the wearable layer for applying heat to a region of a user's body; a blood flow sensor attached to the wearable layer configured to detect a parameter indicative of blood flow in or adjacent to the region of the user's body and generate a signal indicative thereof; and one or both of: (i) a processor in electrical communication with the blood flow sensor for determining the blood flow in or adjacent to the region of the user's body based upon the signal; or (ii) a transmitter for transmitting the signal to a remote device.

Abstract: Various arrangements of fluidics systems are disclosed. In one arrangement, an aspiration circuit for a fluidics system is disclosed that selectively controls aspiration. The aspiration circuit comprises an aspiration line operatively connected to a surgical instrument, an aspiration exhaust line operatively connected to a waste receptacle; an aspiration vent line connected at a first end to the aspiration line; and a selectively variable vent valve operatively connected to the aspiration vent line. The variable vent valve may be selectively moved to vary aspiration pressure within the aspiration line. Other fluidics systems are disclosed that include a selectively positionable irrigation valve that may also be incorporated into a fluidics system that includes a variable vent valve.

Abstract: A phacoemulsification method includes specifying a target intraocular pressure (IOP) level to be maintained in an eye of a patient during a phacoemulsification procedure. A phacoemulsification probe is inserted into the eye. The eye is irrigated with irrigation fluid and material is aspired from the eye while aiming to maintain the target IOP level, including controlling IOP fluctuations by (i) when an actual IOP in the eye is in a defined high range, limiting the IOP fluctuations to a given value, and (ii) when the actual IOP is in a defined low range that is lower than the high range, allowing the IOP fluctuations to exceed the given value.

Abstract: A phacoemulsification system including a phacoemulsification probe having a probe body, a horn disposed at least partially in the probe body, a needle coupled with the horn and configured to be inserted into an eye, and a piezoelectric actuator disposed in the probe body and configured to vibrate the horn and the needle in a first direction with a stroke length with respect to the probe body; a signal generator configured to generate a drive signal to drive a vibration of the piezoelectric actuator; a stroke measurement apparatus configured to provide indications of the stroke length of the needle over time; and a controller configured to dynamically adjust a frequency of the drive signal so as to maximize the stroke length and maintain mechanical resonance of the needle responsively to the provided indications of the stroke length.

Abstract: A therapeutic laser for use in treating ophthalmological conditions can be modulated by a spatial light modulation device in order to focus the therapeutic laser on a plurality of target locations simultaneously.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to sleep mask products and methods of making same. Disclosed are sleep mask products comprising a mask body and a mask strap; wherein the mask strap has a first attachment point to a first lateral edge of the mask body and a second attachment point to a second lateral edge of the mask body; and wherein the mask body comprises a first fabric layer; a second fabric layer; a first foam layer; and a second foam layer. The second fabric inner surface comprises a phase change material thereon. The second foam layer second surface contacts the phase change material, the second fabric inner surface, or a combination thereof. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure.

Abstract: An ear covering device that is configured to be releasably secured to the head of a user that includes a first ear covering member and a second ear covering member. A securing member is provided that is configured to be superposed the top of a user's head and includes a first end and a second end. The first ear covering member and the second ear covering member include slots that are operable to receive the first end and second end of the securing member. The first ear covering member and second ear covering member each include an inner surface and an outer surface that are axially parallel. In a preferred embodiment the first ear covering member and the second ear covering member are formed in the shape of a hockey puck. Marketing indicia is present on the outer surface of the first ear covering member and second ear covering member.

Abstract: A method for dressing a wound. The method includes introducing a chromic material via at least one article to the wound and stimulating the chromic material with a stimuli. The method also includes providing a color change in response to stimulating the chromic material and indicating via the color change of the chromic material how long the article has been at least partially in contact with the wound. In one or more embodiments, the method may also include measuring the color change from information including a plurality of colors corresponding to a plurality of time periods and, in response to measuring the color change, determining a length of time the article has been in contact with the wound. The method may also include manually crumpling a distal end of a portion of the article such that the distal end of the portion is sized to be received within the wound and then manually separating the crumpled distal end from the rest of the article.

Abstract: A reinforced fiber web has first and second opposed major sides and comprises first and second fiber webs having a reinforcing mesh disposed therebetween. The first and second fiber webs are physically entangled with each other and the reinforcing mesh. A wound dressing material comprises the reinforced fiber web, a first wound-contact scrim, and a first antimicrobial layer sandwiched therebetween. The first wound-contact scrim comprises water-sensitive fibers comprising a copolymer comprising divalent hydroxyethylene monomer units and divalent dihydroxybutylene monomer units.

Abstract: A period pad device is enclosed. The device is a set of modified undergarments for women with an integrated sanitary pad. The period pad device offers protection against bodily fluid leakage during the menstrual cycle. The period pad device comprises a body component with a pad sewn into the base of underwear. The pad that is sewn into the body component is positioned over the vaginal opening to absorb fluids. The body component can be thrown away after use or washed and reused. Thus, the period pad device eliminates the worry of accidentally staining standard undergarments during a period. The device can be available in several colors, styles, sizes, and designs with various size, measurement, construction, and design specifications. The device can also comprise a taller compression fit in addition to the body component.

Abstract: An absorbent article can have a target acquisition region which is the region of the absorbent article wherein initial acquisition of body exudates from the wearer of the absorbent article should occur. To identify the target acquisition region for the wearer of the absorbent article, the target acquisition region is defined by and bounded by a perimeter formed of individual embossment points. To provide the wearer of the absorbent article with the knowledge that the absorbent article will be able to capture and store their body exudates, the absorbent article has a second perimeter formed of individual embossment points positioned between the perimeter defining the target acquisition region and the edge of the absorbent core. A minimum distance between an embossment point of the first perimeter and an embossment point of the second perimeter is at least 6 mm.

Abstract: An absorbent article for wearing about the lower torso of a wearer includes a first waist region having a first waist edge, a second waist region having a second waist edge, and a crotch region disposed between the first and second waist regions. The article further includes a chassis having a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and backsheet. A waist gasketing element is joined to the chassis and disposed in one of the first waist region or the second waist region. The waist gasketing element has a top layer and a bottom layer, and first area, A1. The top layer is bonded to the bottom layer in a closure bond region by a closure bonding technique. The closure bond region has an aggregate closure bond area, BA, which is less than 60% of the first area, A1.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a washable outer shell (1) for an absorbent assembly (2), the outer shell (1) including an inner surface (3) and an outer surface (4), the outer shell (1) has an extension in the longitudinal direction (L) and in the transverse direction (T), the outer shell (1) comprises a front region (5), a crotch region (6) and a rear region (7), the rear region (7) including a first and a second corner region (7a,7b) and a rear central region (7c), the outer shell (1) including a first hook member (9a) provided in the first corner region (7a) and a second hook member (9b) provided in the second corner region (7b), the first corner region (7a) including a first corner outer edge (7a?) and the second corner region (7b) including a second corner outer edge (7b?), the outer shell (1) including a hook attachment zone (8).

Abstract: The present invention provides: a nonwoven fabric which gives a sufficiently soft touch when touched by a human hand, while being suppressed in slipperiness between nonwoven fabrics during the production process of a product such as a sanitary material; and a method for producing a nonwoven fabric. One embodiment of the present invention provides a nonwoven fabric which is formed of fibers containing a thermoplastic resin, wherein: the average single fiber fineness of the fibers is 0.7 dtex to 4.0 dtex; the fibers contain 0.01% by mass to 1.5% by mass of a fatty acid amide relative to the total mass of the fibers; and the coverage of the surfaces of the fibers by the fatty acid amide is from 20% to 90%.

Abstract: The present disclosure is related to a nonwoven comprising a first layer free from cellulose-based fibers. The first layer comprises a first surface, an opposite second surface, and a plurality of apertures. The first surface of the first layer comprises a hydrophilic non-aperture area having a first non-aperture area contact angle as measured by a Contact Angle Test. Each of a majority of the plurality of apertures has a side wall having an aperture contact angle as measured by the Contact Angle Test. The aperture contact angle is higher than the first non-aperture area contact angle.

Abstract: Disclosed is an absorbent body comprising: 1) a water permeable topsheet; 2) a water impermeable backsheet; 3) an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet; and 4) a composite isolation sheet bonded to the wearer facing side of the topsheet. The composite isolation sheet comprises: a) a pair of inner cuffs having a pair of side edges which are elasticized in the longitudinal direction; b) a front portion or a back portion; and c) a longitudinal elastic element disposed on the front portion or the back portion. The longitudinal elastic element extends substantially in the longitudinal direction.

Abstract: Disclosed is an absorbent body for an absorbent article comprising 1) a water permeable topsheet; 2) a water impermeable backsheet; 3) an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet; and 4) a composite isolation sheet bonded to the wearer facing side of the topsheet.

Abstract: Disclosed is a feminine hygiene pad with an absorbent system including: an absorbent foam layer having a wearer-facing surface and an outward-facing surface, having a plurality of apertures providing z-direction passageways from the wearer-facing surface to the outward-facing surface; and a porous spacer layer beneath the foam layer and underlying a majority of openings of the apertures in an outward-facing surface of the foam layer. The spacer layer functions to provide structure, beneath the absorbent foam layer, that holds open a desired amount of unoccupied space between the absorbent layer and a backsheet of the pad, into which unabsorbed menstrual fluid may flow and temporarily reside, during the time required for the absorbent layer to effectively imbibe the fluid.

Abstract: This application generally relates to absorbent articles comprising aqueous-based odor control compositions and non-complexed perfume compositions, applied in patterns which do not substantially overlap, and methods of making the same.

Abstract: Medical supply dispensers for ambulance use with a spring loaded dispenser for packaged bandages and a dispenser for flat intravenous IV bags, both intended for accessible mounting on the interior surfaces of an ambulance, within arm's reach of an Emergency Medical Technician.

Abstract: A patient transport apparatus comprises a support structure. The support structure comprises a base, a frame, and a patient support surface to support a patient. One or more handle assemblies are coupled to the frame to maneuver the patient transport apparatus. Each handle assembly comprises a handle and a handle extension supporting the handle. The handle extension is configured to articulate relative to the frame from a stowed position to a use position such that the handle is adjacent to the frame in the stowed position and the handle is extended from the frame by the handle extension in the use position. The apparatus also includes a locking device comprising one or more locking elements configured to discretely lock and unlock the handle extension relative to the frame in the use position or the stowed position.

Abstract: A patient handling apparatus includes a patient support surface, a base, and a hydraulic circuit. The hydraulic circuit includes a pump, a fluid reservoir, and a hydraulic cylinder operable to selectively raise or lower the patient support surface or the base. The hydraulic circuit controls flow of fluid between the cylinder and the fluid reservoir to thereby control the movement of the base or patient support surface. In addition, the hydraulic circuit may include a manual bypass circuit configured to bypass the pump in response to a manual input, which allows manual extension or retraction of the cylinder, for example, when the pump is not operational. The hydraulic circuit may also include a pump bypass circuit configured to bypass the pump to allow fluid to discharge from the cap end to the fluid reservoir for faster evacuation of fluid from the cylinder, thereby increasing retraction speed of the rod.

Abstract: A wheelchair that prevents the secondary transmission of germs, including a seat, a drive mechanism, antibacterial fabric, and a dirt-retaining board. The drive mechanism is symmetrically provided about the seat. The drive mechanism includes a frame, front wheels, rear wheels, and drive wheels. The frame is fixedly connected to the seat. The front wheels, the rear wheels, and the drive wheels are all rotated and set on the frame. The drive wheels are not coaxial with the front wheels and rear wheels and do not interfere with each other. Drive wheels are connected to the rear wheels by transmission. The dirt-retaining boards are installed on the rear wheels in coordination. The active wheels, the seat, the armrests, and the push handles are sleeved thereon with antimicrobial fabric.

Abstract: A pump-action wheelchair includes one or more pumping arm(s). A driving wheel is arranged on each side of the wheelchair. The pumping arm(s) is/are connected to two driving mechanisms that are connected to driving axles for the driving wheels. A handle bar can be connected to the pumping arm. The handle bar can be lowered to permit an operator to more easily climb into the wheelchair and then raised into an operating position before performing the pumping action. Different forces can be applied by the driving mechanisms to the driving wheels in response to rotation of the handle bar to steer the wheelchair. A reverse mechanism can be provided to operate the wheel chair in reverse. A conversion kit can convert a conventional wheelchair into a pump-action wheelchair. Foot rests may be connected to the pumping arm to move forward and rearward in response to the pumping action.

Abstract: A system and a method for managing patient therapy protocols are disclosed. The system includes a patient support apparatus for supporting a patient, a first input device for use by a first caregiver, a location system for determining a location of the first caregiver, and a therapy management system. The therapy management system receives a location of the first caregiver and a selection of a patient therapy protocol, which includes a location requirement. The therapy management system then determines whether the first caregiver location input signal satisfies the location requirement before initiating the selected patient therapy protocol or notifying a second caregiver if the location of the first caregiver does not satisfy the location requirement.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus comprises a support structure, a user module, and a controller. The user module comprises a display and indicator panel that has a plurality of indicia, each associated with a monitored condition. First light emitters are arranged to project light to illuminate the indicia and second light emitters are arranged to project light off a reflective surface. The controller is coupled to the display and the light emitters, and is configured to, in response to a change in a state of one of the monitored conditions, generate on the display a state indicator corresponding to the change in the state and activate the light emitters such that a color of the light projected by the light emitters matches a color of the state indicator.

Abstract: A patient operating table includes a patient support mattress for supporting a patient's weight. A base frame supports the patient support mattress. A plurality of caster assemblies are connected to the base frame. Each caster assembly includes at least one caster wheel and a strain sensor plate with a first weight bearing side that includes a flex spring with an annular shape that is located at least partially within an outer perimeter of the stain sensor plate and a second weight bearing side. The first weight bearing side is operably coupled to the at least one caster wheel and the second weight bearing side is operably coupled to the base frame support. As such, weight imparted from the base frame passes from the second weight bearing side to the first weight bearing side.

Abstract: A remotely deployed, inflatable device designed to reduce or eliminate falls in senior living and assisted care facilities. Upon detecting undesired movement, nurses may deploy one or more inflatable cylinders, thereby inflating the device under one or both sides of the mattress, creating a barrier that prevents the resident from exiting the bed until on-site assistance arrives. It is envisioned that initially the operation of the device will rely on the remote monitoring of residents by one or more operators via live camera feeds. In more advanced versions it is envisioned that software and artificial intelligence will be able to use one or more camera feeds and will be able to supplement or even replace the need for a person to monitor any camera feeds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel lift swing pad made of memory foam material. The pad is cuboidal and is configured to be separately positioned on slings of a lift sling or lift swing such that the legs and/or arms (i.e., appendages) of a user sitting in the swing places legs on the pads to prevent the slings from folding under the user and to prevent the slings from pulling on the skin of the user. The pad has a hook and loop fastener for attaching to the slings and in one embodiment, has a heating layer for providing a soothing effect to the user. In some embodiments, the pad is made of waterproof neoprene. The pad helps maintain optimal blood circulation within the extremities while a person is being supported by the sling.

Abstract: Personal protective equipment including hygienic barriers and methods of use to provide an improved barrier between a patient and a caregiver; where such barriers include a reinforced region and an enclosure portion, where the enclosure portion extends beyond the reinforced region such that when suspended above the patient, in a deployed configuration, the enclosure portion hangs down from the reinforced region through a force of gravity to form an enclosure space.

Abstract: An embodiment of a storage device for medical products includes a cabinet defining an enclosure having a plurality of compartments. In addition, the storage device includes a plurality of storage containers, each storage container configured to be inserted into a corresponding one of the plurality of compartments. Further, the storage device includes an actuation assembly including a plurality of arms that are configured to engage the plurality of storage containers so as to secure the plurality of storage containers in the plurality of compartments. Still further, the storage device includes a release mechanism that is configured to simultaneously actuate each of the plurality of arms to release the plurality of storage containers from the plurality of compartments.

Abstract: A collection system for collecting outflow from a hysteroscopic surgical procedure includes a plurality of collection vessels each including a flexible body defining an internal volume and transitionable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The collection system further includes connection tubing coupling adjacent collection vessels with one another, outflow tubing coupled to at least one of the collection vessels, and a plurality of retention canisters. Each retention canister includes a rigid body. Each collection vessel is configured to engage a corresponding retention canister such that each rigid body at least partially receives one of the flexible bodies therein.

Abstract: Some embodiments described herein include a patient positioning system configured to orient a patient comfortably in a prone position for an extended period of time during a medical procedure, such as a kyphoplasty procedure.

Abstract: A system for a medical chair that has a chair assembly having a plurality of movable components, a control system that selectively controls the movable components, and a wireless controller that communicates wirelessly with the control system to modify a configuration of the movable components.

Abstract: A casket includes a base, opposite sides and end walls extending up from the base and a top cover. At least the top cover is formed to have a multilayer construction including a transparent polycarbonate panel and a Suspended Particle Devices (SPD) film composed of several layers and applied to the outer surface of the transparent polycarbonate panel. A bus bar includes two conductors running through the layers of the SPD film. When voltage is applied to the conductors from a battery power source, otherwise randomly arranged particles in the SPD film align themselves in the direction of the electrical field providing transparency to the top cover so that the interior of the casket can be viewed from the exterior.

Abstract: A wearable robot, system and method are provided for correcting gait impairments, such as knee hyperextension, in a user. The wearable robot is an assistive lower-limb exoskeleton having a frame and an actuation system to generate an assistive force with timing, duration, and amplitude based on a gait impairment mitigation strategy.

Abstract: A mobility device configurable in a first walk configuration and a second stair-climb configuration, including a frame with movable front leg portions, a leg-actuation system connected to the front leg portions and a safety-control device mounted to the frame. The safety-control device includes a configuration selector, and a lever connected to the leg-actuation system and configured to actuate the cable actuation system so as to cause the first and second movable leg portions to move from a first position to a second position. The lever remains locked in a first lever position such that the lever cannot be moved unless the configuration selector is in a depressed position, thereby preventing inadvertent movement of the leg portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vibration apparatus, comprising a masturbation cup, comprising a motor, a speed reduction mechanism and rotating body. The output of the motor, after being decelerated by the speed reduction mechanism drive the rotating body to rotate. The rotating body is an eccentric structure, internally provided with a cavity. The motor and the speed reduction mechanism are both arranged in the internal cavity of the rotating body. The present invention also relates to a masturbation cup and vibration rod vibration apparatus, by means of a built-in high-speed rotating ball, centrifugal forces in different directions are generated by means of high-speed rotation of the eccentric ball, such that a cup body of the masturbation cup is driven to move in various directions so that requirements of vibration strength and vibration amplitude can be met, and requirements of high telescopic frequency and strength can also be met.

Abstract: A health care device and a health care method are illustrated, the health care method is used to arrange the health care device at a predetermined location in front of a belly button of a user with a predetermined distance, and to emit the low-frequency wave with a predetermined frequency to the belly button by using a low-frequency wave emitter. The health care device is formed by the low-frequency wave emitter and a cone/pyramid part. The predetermined frequency is 1.27 Hz to 1.81 Hz, and the predetermined distance is 5 cm to 8 cm. The above health care device and method can increase contents of active T cells and B cells in blood and increase an ability of NK cell strains for poisoning cancer cell strains (K562). In short, the above health care device and method have health benefits without a risk of excessive energy causing harm.

Abstract: The invention provides, in some aspects, a coupler for inline connection of two bodies where one of the bodies provides linear motion to the other. Further aspects of the invention provide such a coupler comprising a first adapter linearly engaging a second adapter in a capture B. The first adapter defines a capture C for temporarily securing a first compatible body, and the second adapter defines a connector for securing a second compatible body. The capture B and the connector are oriented one to the other such that linear movement of the first compatible body translates into linear movement of the second compatible body. The capture B releases the secured compatible body upon pressing together of the first and second adapter. In a particular embodiment, a coupler of the type described above joins a compression module of a mechanical CPR device to a patient interface of that device.

Abstract: A soaking chair comprising: a seat surface and a support structure; wherein the chair is designed for use in a shower; and wherein the seat surface encourages water to pool in the chair. The chair provides hydrotherapy to the anogenital, hip, buttocks, and/or lower back areas.

Abstract: A system for providing a sustained, continuous pressure to a point on the body is provided. The system can include a stimulating projection in the form of a small molded piece that is secured to a point on a human body by an adhesive pad or tape. In another form the stimulating projection can include a clip on one side. The clip can be attached to a strap or garment worn on the body to keep the stimulating projection in place.

Abstract: A tube glass of the present invention includes an alkali silicate glass, in which a glass composition is substantially free of B2O3 and Al2O3, and a loss in mass ? (mg/dm2) in an alkali resistance test in accordance with ISO 695 (199105-15) is classified as Class A1.

Abstract: A drug product reconstitution processing system includes a drug vial tray having a plurality of walls, a first robotic arm movable between a plurality of positions above the drug vial tray, and a second robotic arm movable between a plurality of positions above the drug vial tray. The first robotic arm includes a drug vial transfer system adapted to retrieve a drug vial disposed within one of the plurality of wells and a vial agitation system adapted to agitate the drug product contained within the drug vial. The second robotic arm includes a drug vial reconstitution system adapted to selectively add a fluid to the drug vial and/or remove a fluid from the drug vial.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to sustained release drug delivery systems. In some cases, a composition comprises an active pharmaceutical agent; at least one of sucrose acetate isobutyrate and a polyorthoester; an organic solvent; and 2,6-dimethylaniline, wherein the 2,6-dimethylaniline is present at a level less than 500 ppm. In some cases, a composition comprises N-oxide of active pharmaceutical agent at a level less than 1 wt %, based on weight of the composition. In some case, a composition comprises metal present at a level less than 5 ppm. Dosage forms and methods are also provided.

Abstract: An enteral feeding tubing connector comprises a body, a bore extending through the body, and a collet slidably disposed in the bore at a first end of the body. The collet is dimensioned to receive and engage a portion of tubing inserted into the collet, and is configured to resist withdrawal of the tubing from the bore and body upon application of force to the tubing that moves the collet out of the bore. A lock is provided on the first end of the body, and is configured to selectively engage the collet and prevent movement of the collet outward relative to the body. A tubing connection is provided at a second, opposite end of the body, the tubing connection providing fluid communication between another portion of tubing, the bore extending through the body, and the portion of tubing inserted into the collet.