Abstract: A medical cart for administering a magnetic agent to a patient through the ear canal is disclosed. The medical cart comprises a magnet assembly array that is configured to direct a magnetic agent into the middle ear space of the patient's ear. The magnet assembly is further configured to produce magnetic force that directs the magnetic agent to a second administration ear and opposes the force of gravity to hold the magnetic agent in the first administration ear.

Abstract: A patient support device for positioning a patient on a medical procedure table during a medical procedure includes a pad including a biodegradable viscoelastic foam material. The pad includes a substantially flat first surface configured to be in contact with the patient, an opposing substantially flat second surface configured to contact the medical procedure table for holding the patient support device in position against the medical procedure table, and a peripheral edge extending therebetween. A method for positioning a patient on a medical procedure table during a medical procedure is also provided. The method includes: positioning a patient support device on a tiltable medical procedure table, such that the second surface of the pad contacts a surface of the medical procedure table; positioning a torso of the patient on the first surface of the pad; and tilting the medical procedure table.

Abstract: A patient support device for positioning a patient on an operating table during a surgical procedure and for lateral patient transfer includes a viscoelastic foam body having a substantially flat first surface configured to be in contact with the patient, an opposing substantially flat second surface, and a peripheral edge extending therebetween. The patient support device also includes an inflatable enclosure connected to the second surface of the body that defines an inflatable cavity configured to receive a pressurized gas. The enclosure includes a plurality of perforations extending through a portion of the enclosure positioned to allow the pressurized gas to pass from the cavity through the plurality of perforations toward the operating table.

Abstract: A smart digital touchscreen keepsake memorialization cremation urn device is provided. The device provides an improved burial urn that is comprised of a digital display screen that can display media such as photos, videos, etc. and play songs and recordings via a speaker. The media can be transferred to the device via a physical memory card or may be wirelessly transferred via a mobile application.

Abstract: A wearable exoskin (100), which generates energy by an external force of a user applied to the exoskin (100) and utilizes that a energy to support the movement of the user, comprises at least one fluid circuit (30), at least one interface (10) which is fluidly connected to the at least one fluid circuit (30) and at least one actuator (20) which is fluidly connected to the at least one fluid circuit (30). The at least one fluid circuit (30) comprises a displaceable fluid (40). The fluid actuator (20) is changeable in volume and switches from a first state (with a first volume) to a second state (with a second volume), which is different from the first state, in reaction to the flow of the displaceable fluid (40). The displacement of the fluid (40) is caused by an interaction of the user with the at least one interface (10), such as the application of an external force. The exoskin (100) can be used in a compression garment, such as used on a lower limb.

Abstract: Methods for controlling an orthopedic technical device having a top part and a bottom part, which are connected to each other by at least one joint device so as to be pivotable about a joint axis, and at least one attachment device with which the orthopedic technical device can be fixed to a limb are provided. The orthopedic technical device also has an actuator, which is fixed to attachment points on the top part and the bottom part and influences a pivoting of the top part relative to the bottom part, wherein the orientation of the bottom part can be adjusted relative to the limb which is fixable to the upper part.

Abstract: The present technology relates to an information processing apparatus, an information processing method, and a program that make it possible for a user to perceive the importance of recognition of a physical body existing in the surroundings of the user. Notification information that causes hardness of a physical body existing in a space to be perceived by a user spaced from the physical body is generated.

Abstract: A massage device includes a main body having a massage assembly, a clamp arm connected with the main body, a slider and a support. The slider includes a first end portion and a second end portion spaced apart from the first end portion, the first end portion is movably connected to the clamp arm, such that the first end portion can be moved relative to the clamp arm. The support is connected to the second end portion of the slider, such that the support can be moved relative to the clamp arm.

Abstract: The subject of the application is a compression suit (1) for use in the treatment of neurological or psychiatric disorders by exerting pressure on soft tissues, containing a fabric suit (2) for application to the patient's body. The suit is characterised in that it further comprises the pneumatic system for generating and transferring pressure to the soft tissues of the patient, made up of pneumatic inserts (3) for fixing in the areas where the suit interacts with the soft tissues and a pneumatic pump (7) for pumping air into the pneumatic inserts (3) and for regulating the pressure in the pneumatic system. Furthermore, the pneumatic system comprises tubes (5) for supplying air from the pneumatic pump to the pneumatic inserts, whereby the pneumatic inserts are arranged to allow the full range of motion for all movements of limbs and joints. Furthermore, the subject of the application is the use of the compression suit in the treatment of neurological or psychiatric disorders.

Abstract: Systems and methods described herein include a pressure delivery component that has a pressure applicator configured to selectively apply therapeutic pressure to a treatment portion of a user body, and also includes a thermal delivery component that has a thermal applicator that is a configured to apply thermal treatment to the treatment portion. The thermal applicator may be removably disposable in operative relationship with the pressure delivery component in a use configuration of the treatment delivery component Treatment delivery component is reconfigurable between a first configuration in which the treatment portion is a first treatment portion that includes a lower leg and foot of the user's body, and a second configuration in which the treatment portion is a second treatment portion that includes an upper arm and deltoid of the user's body.

Abstract: A light therapy system is made up of a pressure cuff system having a cuff that is positionable on or near a body part of a user and that can receive pressurized air to selectively pressurize and depressurize the cuff and a light emitting system having a supporting structure and a light emitter positioned on the supporting structure, the light emitter being controllably powerable. The supporting structure is positionable on an interior surface of the cuff so that the light emitter can direct light onto the body part. The light therapy system can further include a controller capable of controllably powering the light emitter, wherein controller can adjust the intensity or duration of the light directed onto the body part in response to an input or measurement related to a condition of the body part. A photometer can be provided separately or integrally to measure the condition of the body part. A method of providing light therapy is also provided.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method for the regeneration of tissue by pre-tensioning of tissue prior to or in conjunction with the application of mechanotransduction therapy.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to methods of inducing therapeutic adipose tissue inflammation using high frequency pressure waves (e.g. high frequency shockwaves) wherein the inflammation results in a reduction in the volume of subcutaneous adipose tissue. Embodiments include applying electrohydraulic generated shockwaves at a rate of between 10 Hz and 1000 Hz to reduce the appearance of cellulite or the volume of subcutaneous fat in a treatment area.

Abstract: A massage and cellulite reduction device is an apparatus that enables the administration of different physical therapies to treat different physical ailments. The present invention also promotes muscle toning and pain relief by applying electrical stimulation. The apparatus includes a handheld housing, percussion therapy (PT) thrusters, a controller, and a portable power source. The handheld housing is designed to be operated singlehandedly for self-treatment of the target body areas. The controller facilitates the operation of the PT thrusters based on user inputs. The portable power source provides the voltage necessary for the electronic and electrical components of the apparatus. Each of the PT thrusters can include a reciprocating piston, a radio frequency (RF) emitter, and an electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) contact. The reciprocating piston enables the application of percussion therapy.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a wearable device for vibratory stimulation is presented. The wearable device includes a sensor configured to receive data and generate sensor output. The wearable device includes a processor in communication with the sensor and a memory communicatively connected to the processor. The memory includes instructions configuring the processor to receive the sensor output from the sensor. The processor is configured to determine a symptom of a movement disorder of a user based on the sensor output. The processor is configured to calculate a waveform output based on the symptom of the movement disorder. The processor is configured to command a transducer in communication with the processor to apply the waveform output to the user to reduce the symptom of the movement disorder.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a wearable device for vibratory stimulation is presented. The wearable device includes a sensor configured to receive data and generate sensor output. The wearable device includes a processor in communication with the sensor and a memory communicatively connected to the processor. The memory includes instructions configuring the processor to receive the sensor output from the sensor. The processor is configured to determine a symptom of a movement disorder of a user based on the sensor output. The processor is configured to calculate a waveform output based on the symptom of the movement disorder. The processor is configured to command a transducer in communication with the processor to apply the waveform output to the user to reduce the symptom of the movement disorder.

Abstract: A system to provide physical therapy in the form of heating, cooling and/or percussion, comprising: a device that contains a battery, a motor, and a switch to turn the device on or off or put the device in heating mode or put the device in cooling mode or put the device in percussion mode; wherein the device contains a motor and a pushing rod that supply the movement that results in percussion of a removable heating/cooling attachment and a removable percussion attachment; wherein the front of the device connects to the removable heating/cooling attachment that contains an electronic component to control heating or cooling and a cooling fan; wherein the removable heating/cooling attachment can be used for heating or cooling; wherein a housing shell for the heating/cooling attachment is made of plastic, foam, or metal, or any combination of plastic, foam and metal; wherein the front part of the heating/cooling attachment is made of metal that has the capability to be in contact with human skin in order to prov

Abstract: A hybrid spa has a power adapter connected to a 120 V outlet, a battery connected to the power adapter, and a plurality of spa components connected to the power adapter and the battery. The plurality of components includes a jet pump, a circulation pump, a main heater, and a controller. The battery powers at least some of the plurality of spa components and the power adapter powers the rest. The hybrid spa can further include a secondary heater connected to the battery and a power outlet. The secondary heater can assist the main heater when water needs to be heated by more than 5° F.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing therapeutic bubbling massage of a person's body. The apparatus may be adapted to float on, for example, a pond, lake or pool. The apparatus may be formed of an inflatable bladder having an interior volume that is pressurized with air. The weight of a user disposed on the upper surfaces of the inflatable bladder may force a portion of the bladder below the surface of the fluid in which the apparatus is floating, such that bubbles are formed when the pressurized gas is allowed to escape the bladder through openings impacting the body of the user. The gas may be heated or may be infused with an aroma.

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to jets for spas and, more specifically, to jets that can have more than one jet hydrotherapy spray mode. The jet can include a selectively rotatable jet head, the jet head having a first jet spray mode and a second jet spray mode. The jet head includes a valve, the valve having a first water inlet and a second water inlet, the valve further comprising a first air channel and a second air channel. The valve is rotatable from a first jet spray mode position in which a water intake is in fluid communication with the first water inlet and an air intake is in fluid communication with the first air channel, to a second jet spray mode position in which the water intake is in fluid communication with the second water inlet and the air intake is in fluid communication with the second air channel.

Abstract: An eyewash eyepiece has an upper section with an eyepiece member fabricated of pliable, form fitting material and a lower section having a bottom floor with a plurality of holes. The eyepiece member is configured to be placed on and surround the outer boundaries of the user's eye. Once in place over the user's eye, the eyepiece member creates a watertight seal against the outer boundaries. The eyepiece then accepts water or other eye cleaning liquid from a water bottle or similar container which is threadably secured to the eyepiece. The liquid flows through the eyepiece, past the eyepiece member, and into the eye to wash out any foreign matter and cleanse the eye.

Abstract: Energy stimulated acupuncture, directed to a novel set of acupoints, is implemented to treat hypertension. The disclosed methods and systems are directed toward the application of electrical stimulation, or other forms of energy, to specific acupuncture points, using devices such as transcutaneous electrical stimulation electroacupuncture devices, laser acupuncture devices or ultrasound acupuncture devices, to treat hypertension, particularly in middle-aged women.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to improved collapsible blood containers comprising reinforced silicone for use in Oxygen Reduction Disposable kits (ORDKit), devices and methods. The improved collapsible blood containers and methods for the collection of blood and blood components provide for improved burst, tear, and puncture resistance.

Abstract: Disclosed is a reusable actuator for use with a drug container including a stopper comprising a container having a closed end, an open end, and a sidewall extending therebetween in a longitudinal direction, an electrode disposed inside the container for use in generating a gas, an actuating element disposed at and closing the open end of the container, the actuating element and the container defining an actuator interior, wherein the actuating element is movable relative to the container in the longitudinal direction by a gas pressure of the gas in the actuator interior, such that the actuating element applies a force to the stopper to cause a drug delivery from the drug container, and a retracting mechanism for use in removing the gas to assist the actuating element's retraction for reuse.

Abstract: An assembly fixture device for attaching a vial adapter to a vial includes a base, a support member secured to the base, a handle connected to the support member, a vial adapter grip assembly connected to the handle and comprising an adapter grip member configured to engage and hold a vial adapter, and a vial grip assembly connected to the base comprising first and second grip members that are movable relative to each other and configured to engage and hold a vial. The first grip member is biased toward the second grip member to provide a vial engagement force, where the vial engagement force is about constant when a distance between the first and second grip members is less than 40 mm.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor comprises a housing configured to couple the adaptor with a vial, an access channel, a regulator channel, and a regulator assembly. The access channel is configured to facilitate withdrawal of fluid from the vial when the adaptor is coupled to the vial. The regulator channel is configured to facilitate a flow of a regulating fluid from the regulator assembly to compensate for changes in volume of a medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the regulator assembly includes a flexible member configured to expand and contract in accordance with changes in the volume of the medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the flexible member is substantially free to expand and contract.

Abstract: A medication holder may include a housing having a top side defining one or more wells, respective wells configured to receive a medication package or medication container; at least one image sensor arranged to capture an image of an exterior of a medication package when a medication package is received in at least one of the one or more wells; and a processor configured to determine information about the exterior of a medication package from one or more images of the exterior of the medication package.

Abstract: A medicine dispensing apparatus includes: a medicine guide structure mounted in a medicine feeder storage portion in which a large number of medicine feeders are mounted and which can be drawn out of a housing; a medicine collecting structure provided below the medicine guide structure; a packing device provided below the medicine collecting structure; and a temporary reserving structure mounted between the medicine guide structure and the medicine collecting structure. An electric motor is disposed in front of the temporary reserving structure to open and close the structure. A front-side portion of a lower end portion of an inner wall portion of the medicine guide structure, located above the electric motor, is located in rear of a front-side portion of an upper end portion of the structure.

Abstract: Disclosed are a zirconia-based antibacterial denture material and a preparation method thereof. The zirconia-based antibacterial denture material includes components with the following mass parts: 75 to 80 parts of zirconium oxide, 2 to 5 parts of nanosized silver oxide, 3 to 5 parts of nanosized zinc oxide, 1 to 3 parts of nanosized lanthanum oxide, 1 to 3 parts of nanosized yttrium oxide, 1 to 2 parts of cerium oxide, and 1 to 2 parts of size control agent. The zirconia-based antibacterial denture material has good antibacterial effect and high strength.

Abstract: A pressed powder product and a method for preparing the same are provided. The pressed powder product includes a pressed powder layer, an ink absorbing layer and a pattern layer. The pattern layer is obtained by printing. The ink absorbing layer is formed by spraying an ink-absorbing paint on the pressed powder layer. The ink-absorbing paint includes 0.5% to 10% by weight of an oil controlling agent, 0.5% to 20% by weight of a color developing agent, 55% to 98.5% by weight of a solvent, and 0.5% to 10% by weight of a stabilizer. The method for preparing the pressed powder product includes: uniformly mixing an oil controlling agent, a color developing agent, a solvent, and a stabilizer to obtain the mixture; spraying the mixture on a pressed powder layer, and drying to obtain a semi-manufactured pressed powder product; and, printing a pattern on the semi-manufactured pressed powder product.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising oolitic aragonite particles, wherein the oolitic aragonite particles have an average particle size of between 100 nm to 1 mm, and a Hunter brightness level greater than 88. Further disclosed herein are personal care and/or cosmetic compositions, comprising a carrier and the aforementioned oolitic aragonite particles. Further disclosed herein are methods of making and using the oolitic aragonite particles.

Abstract: A two-phase composition contains an oil phase containing: (a) at least one ester oil, and (b) at least one hydrocarbon oil; and an aqueous phase containing: (c) at least one polyglyceryl fatty acid ester, and (d) water. The amount of the (b) hydrocarbon oil is more than 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition. The composition has two visually distinct phases when not being mixed. However, the composition can be transformed into a single phase composition when being mixed. The single phase composition, such as an emulsion, can provide good cosmetic effects such as good make-up removability, with a smooth feeling to the touch during application and suppression of residue on the wall of the package that includes the composition. The single phase composition can return to a two-phase composition over time with a controlled demulsification speed.

Abstract: To provide a second agent for a coating-type body corrective film formation agent that can shorten the cross-linking reaction time in film formation and improve the durability of the film to be obtained. An oil-in-water composition of the present disclosure comprises a dispersion medium containing water, and oil droplets dispersed in this dispersion medium, wherein the oil droplets comprise an oil, and a catalyst that serves as a cross-linking ingredient, wherein the oil-in-water composition is used as a second agent for a coating-type body corrective film formation agent comprising a first agent comprising a cross-linking reactive ingredient that constitutes a body corrective film; and a second agent comprising a cross-linking ingredient for cross-linking the cross-linking reactive ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a shaving aid composition and a shaving kit including a hair removal device. The hair removal device is a planar treatment sheet with aperture blades.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multilayer emulsion cosmetic composition which does not contain a surfactant and which exhibits excellent stability.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a molded body having excellent stability of a percarbonate. In order to solve the above-described problem, there is provided a molded body that includes (A) a substance having a water absorbency of less than 106 in terms of a weight change rate, (B) a substance having a water absorbency of 106 or more in terms of a weight change rate, and (C) a percarbonate. According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a molded body in which stability of a percarbonate, solubility of a molded body in water, and moldability of a molded body are improved. In the molded body, it is preferable that (A) is at least one selected from the group consisting of cellulose, a cellulose derivative, and sugar alcohol, and (B) is at least one selected from starches.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for restoring enamel, e.g., on tooth surfaces.

Abstract: An inorganic composite pigment capable of elevating ultraviolet (UV) protection, and a cosmetic composition including the same, in which the inorganic composite pigment includes a core part including a white pigment; and a surface coating material, which is coated on the surface of an external part of the core part, including an inorganic solution that includes the white pigment. Additionally, the white pigment is at least one kind selected from the group consisting of titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, cerium oxide, silica, talc, mica, and borosilicate. The inorganic composite pigment according to the present disclosure capable of elevating a UV protection undergoes surface modification of the pigment through a process of re-coating a white pigment on a white pigment with a high refractive index, thereby elevating the UV protection.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to long lasting topical liquid hydroalcoholic biocide compositions characterised by contents of cannabidiol (CBD) and a CBD solubilizing agent, preferably propylene glycol.

Abstract: Hair treatment compositions and methods for using them are described. The hair treatment compositions include: (a) one or more fatty alcohols; (b) one or more liquid alkane oils; (c) a combination of cationic surfactants comprising one or more mono-alkyl cationic surfactants and one or more di-alkyl cationic surfactants; (d) a combination of silicone oils comprising one or more non-volatile dimethicone oils and one or more non-piperidinyl amino silicones; and (e) water. The hair treatment compositions are useful for treating hair, in particular, for improving the smoothness, alignment, shine, and moisturization of hair.

Abstract: A hair conditioning particle that includes a surfactant, a high melting point fatty compound and a benefit agent. The particle is solid and generally contains less than 50% water or other liquids. When added to water or an aqueous personal care composition, the particles may provide at least one of the following benefits: boosting rheology, especially storage modulus (G?); boosting conditioning benefits; an aesthetic benefit such as a color change, an anti-dandruff benefit, a sensate such as heating or cooling; and/or a scent. The particles and compositions containing the particles exhibit good stability.

Abstract: There has been a demand for a hair treatment composition that has a long-lasting effect and ensures safety for the purpose of improving hair quality in hair straightening, dyeing, and bleaching, improving hair quality in a wave perm and a straight perm, shampooing, and hair treatment. The present invention provides a hair treatment composition that contains, as an active ingredient, a complex composed of a dicarboxylic acid and a thiol, in which the dicarboxylic acid is one or more selected from adipic acid, muconic acid, and cosmetically acceptable salts thereof. Further provided is a method for treating hair using the hair treatment composition.

Abstract: A foaming cleansing composition includes 2.5% to 12.0% Benzoyl Peroxide, at least one acrylate polymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, a combination of anionic and amphoteric surfactants, expressly excluding alkyl polyglucosides, and water. The composition provides a unique textural feel as compared with existing benzoyl peroxide containing products, and in particular, is formulated as a light mousse-type architecture with viscosity which is retained on skin upon application and resists dripping, even in the shower. The composition is shelf stable and stable on application, demonstrating a viscosity of about 18-25 UD (Viscosity Rheomat M3 Spindle), and a pH about 5.5 to about 6.5.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions for treating, caring for, and/or conditioning keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising at least two amine compounds, including at least one quaternary alkyl amine and at least one tertiary alkyl amine; at least two nonionic surfactants including at least one nonionic surfactant with an HLB value of greater than or equal to about 15 and at least one nonionic surfactant with an HLB value of less than or equal to about 5; at least one branched alkyl alcohol; and at least one solvent. The disclosure also relates to methods of using the compositions.

Abstract: Compositions that include specific ester duals based on trialkanolamines, can he used in cosmetics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a transparent single-phase cosmetic composition comprising: from 0.1% to 89% by weight of at least one polar oil with respect to the total weight of the composition, said polar oil comprising at least one compound chosen from isopropyl myristate, di-alkyl carbonates, the 2 alkyl chains optionally being identical or different, and mixtures thereof; at least 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition of water-miscible organic solvent(s) chosen from polyols having 2 to 20 carbon atoms optionally in a mixture with at least one C2-C6 aliphatic monoalcohol; and at least one hydrophilic active agent, said composition comprising less than 8% by weight of water with respect to the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: A sulfate-free personal care composition that includes a rhamnolipid surfactant and provides good cleaning and foaming properties. The rhamnolipid surfactant has a single rhamnose head group (i.e., mono-rhamno) and a single lipid tail group (i.e., mono lipid). The single lipid tail group has a carbon chain length of 10 to 13. The composition may include one or more additional surfactants selected from anionic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants, non-ionic surfactants, cationic surfactants and combinations thereof, as long as the additional surfactant is free of sulfates. The composition also includes a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hair growth essence and its preparation method; including the following weight percentages of each component: water 89.24%, PEG-400 7%, dextran 1%, guanine 0.5%, MSM 1%, biotin tripeptide-1 0.01%, blue copper peptide 0.35%, panthenol 0.5%, zinc gluconate 0.1%, phenoxyethanol 0.15%, chlorphenesin 0.15%. The present invention also relates to the aforementioned preparation method of the hair growth essence. The components covered by the present invention are safe and non-toxic, the formulation is reasonable, containing effective ingredients such as PEG-400, citrulline, biotin tripeptide-1, blue copper peptide and zinc gluconate; it can effectively strengthen hair roots, regulate metabolism and promote new hair growth, while the main ingredient PEG-400 has a dispersive effect; blue copper peptide has the effect of improving skin repair ability, promoting skin absorption, deep skin wake-up and so on.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for extending a half-life of a protein, comprising substituting one lysine residue in each of the amino acid sequences in two proteins, or to a protein having an extended half-life. The protein in which lysine residues have been substituted according to the present invention remains in the body for an extended period of time, and exhibits excellent treatment results. In addition, two proteins can be produced and provided in a single production process.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to systems for stabilizing compositions, methods for stabilizing compositions using the systems, and compositions comprising the systems. The systems comprise at least one starch polymer, at least one cationic polymer, and at least one fatty alcohol. The compositions may include at least one electrolyte, and may be compositions for treating keratinous substrates.