Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of systems for the treatment of patients with chronic disorders and aims to provide an apparatus that allows the complete inclination of a mattress, as well as the method for the non-invasive treatment of some diseases involving gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory and cardiovascular, through routines that involve the combination of two variables: time and patient angulation. In addition to the above and based on the patient's feedback on the progress and results of this therapy, as well as the monitoring of vital signs and the consolidation of the information shared by other users for Big-Data analysis, it will be possible to achieve predictive behaviors that help users improve their symptoms or chronic disorders or definitely cure themselves completely through tilt therapy as part of existing non-invasive and/or adjuvant methods.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, electric furniture includes a controlled part, a detector, and a controller. The detector detects a state of a user. The controller controls the controlled part based on the state of the user detected by the detector. Electric furniture is provided in which the ease of use can be improved.

Abstract: An apparatus for lifting and moving a patient including a cart assembly with at least one drive wheel assembly secured thereto, a carriage assembly that is rotatably secured to the cart assembly, the carriage assembly including a lift assembly with a support arm, a patient support device operably secured to the support arm, and a counterweight assembly, the counterweight being movable along a longitudinal axis of the carriage assembly.

Abstract: The embodied invention is a pressure control system on a hyperbaric chamber where the pressure regulation is automatic, continuous, and independent of the flow curve of the air supply compressor. The chamber is continuously controlled by an air venting control valve with electronic control to provide tight control. The control is able to be programmed to provide a therapeutic, varying pressure for treatment.

Abstract: Described herein are various embodiments of differential air pressure systems and methods of using and calibration such systems for individuals with impaired mobility. The differential air pressure systems may include an access assist device configured to help a mobility impaired user to stand in a pressure chamber configured to apply a positive pressure on a portion of the user's body in the sealed pressure chamber. The system may also include load sensors configured to measure the user's weight exerted inside and outside the chamber. The system may be calibrated by determining a relationship between the actual weight of the user and the pressure in the chamber, where the actual weight of the user may be measured by more than one load sensor and at least one load sensor is not in the pressure chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an exercise apparatus for helping growth through stretching and stimulation of knee joint areas. The present invention provides a stretching effect on knee joints through movement in the direction of being spaced apart from each other or contraction in a state in which the thighs and the calves are fixedly supported using air pressure. In addition, the present invention can provide, to the popliteal part, which is the back of the knee, muscular relaxation and warming effects through warming action using far-infrared LEDs, together with any one of vibration stimulation using vibration motors disposed to flexibly come in close contact with the popliteal part, electrical stimulation using low-frequency pads, and tapping stimulation through repeated beating applied by solenoid actuators that come in contact with the popliteal part. Thus, it is possible to help the growth of growing children and adolescents. In addition to this, it is possible to alleviate knee joint diseases.

Abstract: Proposed is a technology which relates to a device for posture correction and Kegel exercises and is employed in a pair of foot-protecting means provided on the left and right feet to enable posture correction and Kegel exercises during walking without significant expense of time and cost. The device includes an upper plate, a lower plate, and a spiral compression part provided between the upper plate and the lower plate, wherein the upper plate rotates relative to the lower plate during vertical compression of the spiral compression part, the spiral compression part is coupled to the foot-protecting means of each of the left and right sides, and rotation directions of the spiral compression parts of the left and right sides are opposite to each other.

Abstract: A system and method for a transportation device that utilizes an alternative biomechanics framework for the human lower body that may be used in any transportation vehicle in conjunction or as an alternative to wheels whereby the bones, muscles, and connective tissue of the lower body function together to produce the mechanics of a single wheel rather than the conjoined pendulums of the leading inverted pendulum model of biomechanics.

Abstract: A limb assistance device for assisting in the movement of a lower limb of a user. The limb assistance devices can attach to or be integrated with a stability aid (e.g., a walker or parallel bars). The devices may comprise an adaptor bracket configured to attach to the stability aid, an elastic cord coupled to the adaptor bracket, and an adjustment component attached to the elastic cord. Moving the stability aid (e.g., the walker) may cause the attachment component to pull the shoe of the user along with the stability aid.

Abstract: In at least one aspect, there is provided a system for generating force about one or more joints including a soft exosuit having a plurality of anchor elements and at least one connection element disposed between the plurality of anchor elements. The system also includes at least one sensor to determine a force the at least one connection element or at least one of the plurality of anchor elements and to output signals relating to the force, at least one actuator configured to change a tension in the soft exosuit and at least one controller configured to receive the signals output from the at least one sensor and actuate the at least one actuator responsive to the received signals.

Abstract: Disclosed are a robotic leg orthosis for gait rehabilitation training and a method for controlling same, wherein the robotic leg orthosis can assist a rehabilitation patient's knee joint on one leg and/or ankle joint strength according to a gait cycle of the rehabilitation patient, and can be implemented as a soft wearable device. In addition, disclosed are a mobile robotic orthosis for gait rehabilitation training that is not stationary but can be applied during a movement process of the patient, and a luggage carrier applicable thereto.

Abstract: A convertible ride-on and walk-about platform for a robotic upper exoskeleton is provided. The convertible ride-on and walk-about platform can be maneuverable about a ground surface and can include rollers operable to facilitate movement about the ground surface. The rollers can define at least in part a bi-pedal locomotion zone that provides clearance for bi-pedal locomotion of an operator donning the exoskeleton. The convertible ride-on and walk-about platform can also comprise a riding platform operable to be selectively moveable into the bi-pedal locomotion zone to allow the operator to ride thereon.

Abstract: A walk-about platform in support of an exoskeleton is provided. The walk-about platform can include a conveyance system operable to facilitate movement of the walk-about platform about a ground surface. The conveyance system can comprise a plurality of rollers, and at least one actuator operable to actuate one or more of the plurality of rollers to facilitate the movement of the walk-about platform about the ground surface. A bi-pedal locomotion zone can be defined, at least in part, by the plurality of rollers. The bi-pedal locomotion zone can provide clearance for bi-pedal locomotion of an operator donning the exoskeleton. The at least one actuator actuates the one or more of the plurality of rollers based on the bi-pedal locomotion of the operator donning the exoskeleton.

Abstract: An indoor rollator having walking handles with free space between them and having wheels with a parking brake at the rear or legs at the rear, is described, wherein one or more stowable rise-up structures are positioned, when extended in an active position, within a defined rise-up structure volume, VR, wherein the one or more rise-up structure is positioned, when stowed in a retracted position, outside a defined walking volume, VW.

Abstract: An apparatus for assisting the mobility of a user is disclosed. The apparatus includes an electronic device provided in a device body and a haptic unit. The electronic device includes a sensing unit, a machine vision unit, and a path planning unit. The machine vision unit is connected to the sensing unit and is configured to detect one or more obstacles in a vicinity of the user. The path planning unit is capable of developing a movement route for the user to avoid the one or more obstacles. The haptic unit includes a haptic arrangement having a plurality of haptic actuators adapted to provide a tactile stimulation to the torso or limbs of the user. The plurality of haptic actuators actuate based on the movement commands from the path planning unit to signify a travel direction in which there is no obstacle.

Abstract: An adaptive seat massage system and a method of controlling the same include a massage module providing a massage function in a plurality of regions of a seat; a pressure measurement module detecting pressure applied to the seat by a user in the regions of the seat and transmits pressure measurement signal corresponding to respective regions among the plurality of regions; and a control module determining whether to operate the massage module in at least one region based on the pressure measurement signal received from the pressure measurement module, determining, when the massage module is operated in the at least one region, an operating mode of the massage module in the at least one region based on the pressure measurement signal, and transmitting a control signal corresponding to the determined operating mode to the massage module to control an operation of the massage module in the at least one region.

Abstract: A cap that applies pressure to the scalp to expel inflammatory fluid from the periosteum. In some implementations, the device may include a cap body, having an exterior surface and an interior surface, where the cap body is configured to fit over the head of the user snugly, a chin strap is attached to the cap body, and a plurality of pressure pads secured to the interior surface of the cap body. The pressure pads may be filled with a non-Newtonian material. The user sets the pressure applied by tightening or loosening the chin strap.

Abstract: The wave therapy method includes providing an occupant surface for accepting an occupant thereon and a control unit for holding a specific pressure, based on the weight of the occupant of the surface, for a preferred first preselected duration and continuously adjusting the pressure applied. Continuously adjusting the pressure comprises may include increasing the pressure by a preselected amount and holding this new pressure for a second preselected duration, decreasing the pressure by the preselected amount to return the surface to the original set low pressure, repeating the cycle one or more times.

Abstract: A muscle fitness relaxation device includes at least two roller units spaced apart from each other along a longitudinal direction, and at least one connecting unit connected between the roller units. Each of the roller units extends along an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, and has an outer peripheral surface extending around the axis.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure disclose a male sexual stimulation toy. The male sexual stimulation toy includes a housing having a hollow structure with a first end and a second end opposite to the first end of the housing. An opening formed at the first end or the second end of the housing is configured to receive a penis inserted into an interior of the housing. A massage wheel assembly is disposed in the housing along at least one side of a direction of insertion of the penis. The massage wheel assembly includes at least one wheel body and at least one rotating shaft extending along a central axis of the wheel body, and the wheel body is configured to rotate along with the rotating shaft inside the housing to provide sexual stimulation to the penis inserted.

Abstract: An apparatus for testing and exercising musculature, the apparatus comprising an elongate housing adapted for contacting one or more muscles. The housing accommodates an oscillator and an accelerometer connected to a signal processor configured for communicating signals representative of values read from the accelerometer. A result is calculated from an applied oscillation and a response measured, and used for characterizing the musculature. In one embodiment the frequency resulting in the greatest response from the musculature is measured, and this frequency is applied during exercise.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure disclose a sexual stimulation adult massager. The sexual stimulation adult massager includes a hollow housing, a motor assembly, a transmission structure, a sliding assembly, and a movement structure. The transmission structure includes a screw rod with a spiral groove, operatively connected to a motor rotating shaft of a motor of the motor assembly. The sliding assembly includes a screw slider coupled to the screw rod of the transmission structure to convert a rotational motion of the screw rod into a translation motion of the screw slider. The movement structure is operatively connected to the screw slider through the slot of the hollow housing to produce a reciprocating motion. The movement structure includes a connecting assembly adapted to connect to an adult toy to provide sexual stimulation to a user due to the reciprocating motion. A controller is configured to control the operation of the motor.

Abstract: A self-contained reciprocation mechanism is coupleable within an enclosure of a percussive massage device and is configured to receive an applicator head for stimulating a user's muscles. The self-contained reciprocation mechanism includes a spatial positioning bracket, a semi-cylindrical bracket, a piston, a motor, a crank, and a reciprocation linkage. The spatial positioning bracket is configured to receive the other interconnected components of the self-contained reciprocation mechanism and position said components relative to each other at close predetermined tolerances to assure that the interconnected components are properly positioned to provide consistent operating characteristics. The self-contained reciprocation mechanism is coupled within the enclosure using screws which extend through mounting tabs of the spatial positioning bracket.

Abstract: A hand-held massage machine includes a handle; a massage unit mounted on the handle by means of a telescopic shaft; a power source; and a transmission mechanism, where a counterweight portion is mounted on the transmission mechanism, and the counterweight portion is linked to the transmission mechanism so as to increase force output by the transmission mechanism to the telescopic shaft. By means of the above structure, the telescopic shaft in the hand-held massage machine can obtain larger telescopic force, and the scale and the generation probability of lateral deviation of a massage unit and the telescopic shaft in a telescopic process are smaller, such that vibration and noise generated due to lateral deviation in the telescopic process of the massage unit are reduced.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a medication delivery system including a medication administration device, a medication within the medication administration device, a container defining a cavity receiving the medication administration device, and a cap attached to the container and sealing the medication administration device within the cavity. The medication administration device includes an actuator extending from a body and operable to expel the medication by depressing the actuator into the body. The cap includes hold down members positioned to bear against the body of the medication administration device to prevent movement of the medication administration device toward the cap beyond a predetermined distance. The medication administration device is thereby prevented, inter alia, from prematurely discharging the medication during storage and transport.

Abstract: A glass container for storing pharmaceutical formulations may include a glass body formed from a Type IA or Type IB glass composition according to ASTM Standard E438-92(2011). The glass body may include a wall portion with an inner surface and an outer surface, a heel portion and a floor portion, wherein the inner surface of the glass container is formed by the inner surface of the glass body. The glass body may include at least a class A2 base resistance or better according to ISO 695, at least a type HGB2 hydrolytic resistance or better according to ISO 719 and Type 1 chemical durability according to USP <660>. The glass container does not comprise a boron-rich layer on the inner surface of the glass body in as formed condition.

Abstract: A holder is described. The holder is for a sample vial and includes a base and a cap, where the holder and cap include one or more materials that are opaque or optically black. The holder includes an interior space for placement of the vial in a light-tight environment, where the holder cap includes an opening for insertion of a probe therethrough and into the sample vial. The disclosure also includes systems and methods using the holder.

Abstract: A kit and method are provided for administering an active ingredient to a subject to elicit a response. The kit comprises a first container with an active ingredient and a second container with an adjuvant. The containers permit the ingredients to be admixed to form a compounded preparation for delivery into the subject's tissue. The active ingredient can comprise an allergen. The kit can also include temperature control and mixing components. The method comprises providing the kit, admixing the ingredients, and injecting the compounded form into the subject's tissue such as a lymph node. The injection can be monitored and repeated. The approach can elicit various responses such as desensitization according to the type of active ingredient used. Overall, the kit and method provide targeted delivery of active ingredients to efficiently provoke a localized response in the subject.

Abstract: A syringe adapter is provided. The adapter includes a housing having a first end and a second end positioned opposite the first end. The housing may include a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion. The first end of the housing can include a connector configured to be secured to a syringe barrel. The adapter also includes a cannula positioned within the housing and a seal arrangement including a membrane positioned within the housing and movable within the housing. The first portion of the housing can be connected to the second portion via axial and radial interference between the first portion and the second portion of the housing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an infant bottle-holding device for hands-free bottle feeding. The device is primarily comprised of a curved member with at least one arm having at least one appendage that holds a bottle. The curved member can be placed around the waist area of an infant and is secured to said area via compressive force. The arm is repositionable and extends from the curved member, wherein the arm has a bottle-holding member with the appendage that secures the bottle within the member via compressive force such that it cannot be removed by an infant during feeding.

Abstract: Hydraulic cements and hardened materials obtained after hydration of the hydraulic cements, especially cements useful in the medical field such as dental cements. In particular, a hydraulic cement including calcium silicate particles and calcium carbonate particles having specific particles sizes. The hydration of the hydraulic cement enables to provide a hardened composite material with reinforcing properties, having calcium silicate particles dispersed in a solid dispersant phase including calcium silicate hydrates (CSH) and porous intergranular areas including insoluble calcium carbonate particles having a d50 granulometry ranging from 1 nm to 1500 nm.

Abstract: A curable and radiopaque substance, a material that can be produced from same via polymerisation, a method for producing the curable substance and the cured material, and the use of the curable substance or the cured material are disclosed. The curable substance or the cured material can be used in, inter alia, orthopaedics as so-called bone cement, in particular as a tooth filling material, dental cement, dental lining material, flowable composite material (flow material) etc., as well as in diagnostic radiology. The invention also relates to the use of the curable substance generally as a construction material in an additive manufacturing process using a digital data model.

Abstract: An inedible and dry dormant state encapsulated probiotic core-shell particle for external, non-mucosal skin application is provided. From inside out, the core-shell particle has a structure of a carrier particle core serving as a nutrient source for probiotics, a first layer including a dormant probiotic species for affecting epidermal biome and at least one prebiotic as a food source for the probiotic, a polymer layer positioned over the first layer, and a dissolvable protective layer for protecting the probiotic core-shell particle from oxidation, heat and humidity. By co-applying with a releasing medium, the dissolvable protective layer and the polymer layer are dissolved to expose the dormant probiotic containing layer, the first layer. Further, the releasing medium also is able to activate and reconstitute the dormant probiotic to a live probiotic on the applied non-mucosal epidermal surface.

Abstract: In light of diversification of required properties, the present disclosure seeks to improve glitter pigments from a viewpoint different from the intensity and vividness of color. The present disclosure provides a glitter pigment including: a flaky substrate; and a coating including zirconium oxide on the flaky substrate, wherein a mean deviation of mean friction coefficient (MMD) of the glitter pigment is 1.5 or less. The present disclosure also provides a glitter pigment including: a flaky substrate; and a coating including zirconium oxide on the flaky substrate, wherein a specific surface area of the glitter pigment is 0.5 cm2/g or more.

Abstract: A method for rotating a base of a lipstick device to move an emulsion structure and applying the emulsion structure to a tissue area.

Abstract: A composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion for caring for and/or making up keratin materials, comprises: (i) at least one structuring agent selected from saturated C14-C22 fatty acids; (ii) at least one hydrophilic gelling agent capable of swelling in water to form a microgel in the form of particles with a particle size of 50-400 ?m; and (iii) at least one surfactant. A non-therapeutic method for caring for and/or making up keratin materials, comprises applying said composition to the skin.

Abstract: Formulations for preventing, retarding the advance of, or treating periodontal disease or malodor in a canine, methods for the preparation of these formulations, as well as related methods for their use. In one embodiment, the inventive formulation is an aqueous solution or dispersion comprising, consisting essentially of, or consisting of, a hypobromite salt, a chlorite salt, hyaluronan, water, and a pH adjusting agent, as well as one more optional components and/or ingredients, wherein the formulation has a pH of from about 6 to about 9.

Abstract: Oral care compositions and/or unit-dose oral care compositions with a metal ion source. Oral care compositions and/or unit-dose oral care compositions with a high average metal ion uptake.

Abstract: Provided is an inorganic powder which can impart feeling, which is equivalent to or greater than that of resin beads, and in particular, softness and smoothness to cosmetics. In the composite surface-treated inorganic powder, a base material powder whose main constituent includes an inorganic material or inorganic materials is surface-treated by a cationic surfactant and higher aliphatic alcohol.

Abstract: A method of reducing skin irritation, comprising the application to the skin of an ?-bisabolol prepared by a biotechnological process. The ?-bisabolol thus prepared provides a substantial reduction in irritation, especially in fabrics worn for a prolonged period.

Abstract: The disclosure provides embodiments directed to a composition comprising a 1,3-butylene glycol (1,3-BG; such as but not limited to, bioBG) and one or more fragrance ingredients, which form a fragrance component of the composition. 1,3-BG demonstrates exemplary qualities and characteristics of being natural, sustainable, and substantially non-odorous, for use in fragrance compositions. Methods of using or applying such 1,3-BG fragrance compositions provide a cost-efficient, sustainable composition, since 1,3-BG does not mask or alter the fragrance notes of the fragrance ingredients allowing for the use of smaller quantities of fragrance ingredients. The 1,3-BG fragrance compositions of the disclosure also improve fragrance performance and reduces greenhouse gases, while avoiding any irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction in humans.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a composition for developing hair color comprising polyphenol, a method of developing hair color using the composition, a shampoo for developing hair color comprising the composition, and a method of developing hair color using the composition. According to the present disclosure, the composition for developing hair color comprising trihydroxybenzene produces the development of hair color in brown, dark brown, or black and has excellent color development enhancing power, color development lasting power, and anti-gray hair, without using amine compounds, irritating alkaline agents, and oxidizing agents.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition and a quasi-drug composition, each for protecting or improving sensitive skin, soothing the skin, or strengthening the skin barrier, the cosmetic composition and quasi-drug composition comprising curcumin in combination with taurine and/or acetyl hexapeptide-8 as active ingredients.

Abstract: A hair cosmetic containing the following components (A) to (C): (A) one or more carboxylic acids selected from the group consisting of a hydroxycarboxylic acid and a polyvalent carboxylic acid having no hydroxy group, or salts thereof; (B) an aromatic sulfonic acid or a salt thereof; and (C) a diethylene glycol monoalkyl ether, in which, a content of the component (A) is 0.8% by mass or more and 10.0% by mass or less.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sunscreen composition, which comprises 5 to 50% by weight of at least one UV protective agent; 0.05 to 5% by weight of at least one hydrophobically modified clay mineral; 1 to 60% by weight of at least one oil component; and 0.1 to 4% by weight of at least one associative polymer. The present invention also provide a method of achieving an improved sunscreen protection effect with desirable film morphology and excellent wear properties.

Abstract: Provided is a translucent cosmetic composition including: ceramide and/or a derivative thereof; a gelling agent; lecithin; and an oil.

Abstract: A nail polish glue and a preparation method and application thereof are provided. The nail polish glue includes the following components in parts by weight: 15-57 parts of an acrylate prepolymer, 20-52 parts of an acrylate active monomer, 5-10 parts of a photoinitiator, 5-10 parts of mercaptan, 5-10 parts of an additive, and 3-8 parts of a colorant. The nail polish glue of the present disclosure has low odor and environmental friendliness, is convenient to operate and package, can be directly applied without using a primer and a seal, and has the adhesion of the primer and the gloss retention of the seal. Through reasonable collocation and mutual complement of the amount of components, excellent mechanical properties including hardness, adhesion and wear resistance, which are significantly improved, are effectively achieved.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of blepharoptosis with or without blepharoptosis symptoms by administering an effective dose of an ? adrenergic receptor agonist formulated as a composition for topical or local administration. The disclosure further provides for methods and compositions for the improvement of the cosmetic appearance of the eyes, eyelids, eyebrows, or combination thereof. The compositions comprise an ? adrenergic receptor agonist selected from a selective ?1 adrenergic receptor agonist, a selective ?2 adrenergic receptor agonist, an agonist with ?2 adrenergic receptor activity, a non-selective ?1/?2 adrenergic receptor agonist, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: Compositions and formulations for hair treatment are provided herein. Methods for hair treatment, such as methods for preventing or treating hair loss or hair thinning, are also provided herein. The methods and formulations may promote hair growth, hair restoration or hair thickening, or increase hair density or hair growth rate.

Abstract: Methods and formulations for the systemic protection of an animal from exposure to a photocarcinogen. The methods include orally administering to an animal a formulation comprising a therapeutically effective amount of one or more UV-absorbents and one or more stabilizers.