Abstract: An exoskeleton device that includes an artificial joint and a frame member extending from the artificial joint. The frame member is configured for extension over a limb of a user. The exoskeleton device also includes a self-aligning mechanism connected to the frame member. The self-aligning mechanism includes three passive degrees of freedom (pDOF) provided in a prismatic-revolute-revolute (PRR) configuration. The self-aligning mechanism also includes a limb attachment member configured for mechanically coupling to a portion of the limb of the user.

Abstract: A mobility assistance apparatus includes first and second frames positioned on left and right sides of a user; a fixed arm coupled to the first and second frames; and a seat coupled to the frames with an angled surface mostly contacting the ischial tuberosities and adapted to transfer at least a portion of the user's body weight from the legs and to transfer weight through the user's hip or pelvis to the first and second frame.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a tactile floor surface comprising one or more tactile profiles protruding from the floor surface, each tactile profile comprising: a first layer, and a second layer positioned over the first layer, wherein the first layer has a visibly distinguishable property such that, in use, when the second layer wears away, the visibly distinguishable property is revealed.

Abstract: A therapeutic device and method for using the same. The therapeutic device has a supportive body and a pressure applicator extending from the body that is configured to apply pressure to suboccipital muscles of a patient. The pressure applicator may be altered to adjust a position and points through which to apply pressure to the suboccipital muscles. The body may be positioned at an angle relative to the patient's neck and the pressure applicator is applied to the suboccipital muscles. The pressure can be applied for a duration of time to relieve and/or prevent headaches and migraines in patients.

Abstract: An adjustable physical therapy device that includes a massaging frame and massaging points. The massaging frame includes vertical support arms and horizontal support arms. The vertical support arms are positioned parallel to each other. The horizontal support arms are slidably coupled to the vertical support arms. The massaging points are each slidably coupled to and protrude from one of the horizontal support arms in a manner to press against a user when the user is positioned against the massaging frame. At least one of the massaging points includes a magnet positioned on an end of the massaging point. At least one of the massaging points includes an electrified end configured to provide pulsed electromagnetic field therapy. The vertical support arms each include a wheel. The wheel is rotatably coupled to the vertical support arm opposite the horizontal support arms.

Abstract: A neck massager is provided. The neck massager includes a main body portion for wrapping around the neck, and a first massage unit and a second massage unit for massaging the neck. The first and second massage units each include a driving gear group driven by meshing transmission, and multiple inclined massage heads driven by the driving gear group. The main body portion is provided with a driving worm, and the driving gear group of the first massage unit and the driving gear group of the second massage unit are respectively set on the left and right sides of the driving worm, and are driven by the driving worm.

Abstract: A combined massage device, a negative pressure massage unit and a massage machine are provided. The combined massage device includes: a main body having a first connection portion and a reciprocating motion portion having a functional end, where the reciprocating motion portion is connected to the main body and has a degree of freedom of reciprocating motion relative to a direction of the main body, and the functional end is configured to have an independent massage function, and/or serves as a function supporting portion. The negative pressure massage unit and the massage machine that have the combined massage device are further provided.

Abstract: A sucking massage device is included in a sucking massager. The sucking massage device includes sucking massage device includes a sucking unit having a massage opening and a variable volume cavity; a trajectory unit having a trajectory main body and a limiting trajectory assembly; a sliding fit unit having a sliding fit main body and a sliding fit assembly; and a driving unit; the trajectory line P0 is a 3D trajectory line closed at both ends, the trajectory line P0 is located in a curved column surface S0, the trajectory main body is connected to the driving unit, and the sliding fit main body is connected to the variable volume cavity; or the trajectory main body is connected to the variable volume cavity, and the sliding fit main body is connected to the driving unit.

Abstract: A DVT prevention and/or mitigation device including a wearable band having an inflatable bladder with an inflatable portion. A majority of the inflatable portion of the inflatable bladder being positionable between a user's knee and a midpoint of the user's gastrocnemius muscle when the wearable band is disposed about a leg of the user. The inflatable bladder also being inflatable to apply pressure to a portion of the user's gastrocnemius muscle and a compressed air source coupled to the wearable band to deliver to the inflatable bladder successive compression cycles at a frequency of at least 3 cycles per minute, each compression cycle having a compression period and a peak inflation pressure to induce circulatory flow in a venous valve sinus of the user from each successive inflation.

Abstract: A compression device is provided. The compression device includes at least one support, a pressure applicator connected to the at least one support and a regulator. The pressure applicator is configured to apply compressive pressure to a treatment zone on an abdomen of a subject. The regulator controls the amount of compressive pressure applied to the subject by the pressure applicator. The regulator controls an amount of the compressive pressure from a minimum pressure to a maximum pressure as selected by the subject.

Abstract: A crossed-finger swinging massage structure and a crossed-finger swinging massager are disclosed, the massage structure includes a wand-shaped main body having a hand-held section and a massage section; the massage section is adapted to be plugged into an inner cavity of a hole-shaped part to be massaged; the second plug-in segment is composed of a first finger-shaped arm and a second finger-shaped arm that are symmetrical about an axis N1; and the first finger-shaped arm and the second finger-shaped arm can be controlled by driving force to swing in a crossed manner in the inner cavity of the hole-shaped part to be massaged, so as to produce squeezing or tapping massage effects on a side wall surface of the inner cavity of the hole-shaped part to be massaged.

Abstract: A therapy system includes a therapy device having a module seat, a first therapy module removably secured to the module seat, and a second therapy module removably secured to the module seat. The module seat includes a first securement protrusion, a first securement recess, and a first set of magnets. The first therapy module includes a second securement protrusion to engage with the first securement recess, a second securement recess to engage with the first securement protrusion, and a second set of magnets to be magnetically attracted to the first set of magnets. The second therapy includes a third set of magnets to be magnetically attracted to the first set of magnets.

Abstract: A hand-held massaging system includes a swivel coupling for removably attaching a massage tool to a reciprocating motor having a shaft having a stroke axis and a stroke length. The swivel coupling consists of a thrust journal and a cylindrical cup, an inner diameter of the cup providing a swivel bearing and bottom of the cup forming a thrust bearing. When the shaft reciprocates at a forced frequency, the thrust journal is retained within the cup by stick-slip friction that allows the thrust journal to swivel within the cup and to slip along the stroke axis. The thrust journal and cup attach between the massage tool and the shaft.

Abstract: A body massaging and washing apparatus, which is a harmonized intelligent active oxygen generator (low concentration ozone) that adjusts the concentrations according to the conditions of users, and can be used at any time; it performs physiological detection before and after use, so as to carry out non-wearable physiological detection for the user, which includes heart rate autonomic nerve balance and thermal imaging to display the balance state of the body, and deploys fragrance according to personal physical fitness testing, and with non-contact Schumann wave resonance, strengthens deep cleansing and body relaxation, becoming an integrated cleaning and epidemic prevention physiology detect relieve stress and relax and personalize physiological physique detection and deploy experience fragrance technology, which can provide users with humanized anti-epidemic care, and allow caregivers and doctors to identify users' physiological conditions.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include a system for applying therapeutic pressure to a skin surface including a tip arranged at a first end of a therapeutic wand. The system also includes a head arranged opposite the tip at a second end of the therapeutic wand. The system includes a body arranged between the tip and the head, the body housing a control system for controlling operation of the therapeutic wand. The control system includes a printed circuit board, a timer electrically connected to the printed circuit board, the timer being programmable to determine an elapsed time of use of the therapeutic wand, and an indicator. The system also includes a grip arranged between the body and the head, the grip having an outer surface that is softer than the body to provide an ergonomic and comfortable location to hold the therapeutic wand.

Abstract: Provided is a liquid storage container having a puncture port capable of ensuring hermeticity at the time of puncturing regardless of the size of an insertion part of a puncture instrument and also capable of reducing the loss of contents. A puncture port 40, which is provided in a liquid storage container 1 for storing liquid and is punctured by a puncture instrument 200 having a needle tube portion 210 formed with a through hole 215, comprises a cylindrical port main body portion 43, a liquid discharge portion 30, and a first partition 411 and a second partition 421 provided in the port main body portion 43, wherein the port main body portion 43 is joined to the liquid discharge portion 30 at a boundary portion between a liquid accommodation portion 10 and the liquid discharge portion 30.

Abstract: Systems and methods for the transfer of medical fluid are provided. A medical fluid transfer system may comprise a pump configured to transfer fluid through a tube assembly having a first connector configured to couple to a source container and a second connector configured to couple to a target container. The medical fluid transfer system may also comprise a destination sensor configured to output information about the target container. The medical fluid transfer system may further comprise a control system configured to operate the pump based on an operational setting associated with fluid volume; receive measurement data representing a measurement of the target container by the destination sensor, and adjust the operational setting based on an observed volume of fluid transferred to the target container.

Abstract: A medicine administering system for facilitating administering medicine to the syringe using a downward flow of the medicine from the vial includes a vial containing medicine and a syringe. A base includes a front surface, a back surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, and a pair of lateral edges. A stand is coupled to the base and supports the base in an inclined position relative to a ground surface. A syringe mount is coupled to the base and the syringe is removably mountable to the syringe mount. A vial mount is coupled to the base and the vial is removably mountable to the vial mount. The vial mount is positioned proximate to the top edge, wherein the vial mount is positioned above the syringe mount such that medicine from the vial flows downwardly into the syringe when the syringe receives medicine from the vial.

Abstract: A method of preparing liquid medication doses using an automated dosing device may include securing a vial within a vial holder. The vial includes a liquid medicament. An empty syringe is secured within a syringe holder with a plunger of the syringe being secured by a plunger gripper and a luer lock of the syringe within a luer lock gripper. The syringe holder and the vial holder are moved closer together to insert a needle of the syringe through a septum of the vial while longitudinal axes of the syringe and the vial are at a downward angle and while the vial holder is lower than the syringe holder. The syringe holder and the vial holder are rotated to vertically align the longitudinal axes with the vial holder above the syringe holder. The plunger gripper is pulled away from the luer lock gripper to transfer liquid medicament into the syringe.

Abstract: A fluid transfer connector or adapter for coupling a container or pharmacy bottle for facilitating the transfer of fluid or medicine from the bottle to a syringe, or from the syringe to the bottle. Optionally, an additional connector can be provided for coupling the fluid transfer connector to the syringe.

Abstract: According to the invention, a compounding system (100) for dosing a compound in a container (10) comprising a first Luer coupling end (12) defining a first coupling axis (Af); wherein the compounding system comprises: a Luer coupling holder (110) for holding a second Luer coupling end (21) defining a second coupling axis (As), wherein the first Luer coupling end and the second Luer coupling end are shaped to couple for forming a Luer coupling; a container holder (120) for holding the container, wherein the Luer coupling holder and the container holder are arranged for aligning the first coupling axis and the second coupling axis; a rotation actuator (130) for rotating the container holder relative to the Luer coupling holder substantially around the first coupling axis; a translation actuator (140) for translating the container holder relative to the Luer coupling holder along the first coupling axis; bias means (150) arranged for biasing the first Luer coupling end and the second Luer coupling end when in co

Abstract: A gelatin mass delivery system for soft gelatin capsule manufacturing includes a gelatin tank holding a gelatin mass and a spreader box for forming a gelatin ribbon over a cooling drum. The tank has a plunger inside which applies pressure on top of the gelatin mass surface and pushes it out of the tank under pressurized air. With the tube insert and plunger, the tank outlet is at the bottom center, which reduces gelatin mass waste. The spreader box spread the gelatin mass via an opening slot over the cooling drum to form the gelatin ribbon, and uses a mechanism to adjust the height of the entire spreader box to precisely and reliably control the gelatin ribbon thickness. A gelatin mass flow control device is provided on the gelatin transfer tube between the tank and the spreader box, employing a pinching mechanism to control the gelatin mass flow rate.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a manufacturing device and a manufacturing method for personalized softgel capsules. The manufacturing device includes a first capsule forming unit, a second capsule forming unit, a pump spray body, a printing unit and a control unit. The first capsule forming unit and the second capsule forming unit are arranged symmetrically on left and right, and both of them include a casting drum, several feeding rollers and a pilling mold that are disposed in sequence from front to back, and also include a spreading box arranged above the casting drum. The pump spray body is disposed directly above the two pilling molds. The printing unit includes a printing nozzle, a left and right correction assembly and a front and rear correction assembly that are disposed on the first capsule forming unit in sequence from front to back. The control unit is connected to the printing unit.

Abstract: An infant and toddler feeder includes a first main body and a second main body, where the second main body has an opening sealing portion, a piston, and a pushing connection portion; the opening sealing portion is matched with the filling opening for connecting the filling opening and sealing the filling opening; the piston is matched with an inner cavity of the cylindrical temporary storage area to form a connection structure of the piston; and the pushing connection portion is connected between the piston and the opening sealing portion. When the biting and sucking area is empty or has any gap, elastic thrust F provided by the pushing connection portion to the piston will always exert the acting force to the food in the cylindrical temporary storage area towards the biting and sucking area, such that the temporarily stored food automatically enters the biting and sucking area.

Abstract: A baby bottle grip device is disclosed for optimal gripping by a baby. The baby bottle grip device comprises a body component that is configured in a prolate spheroid shape. The body component would be plastic or rubber with a plurality of through-holes surrounding the exterior of the body component. The through-holes allow for gripping and make it easier for babies to grab and learn how to hold onto a bottle. The body component has a hollow, interior cavity and open ends for receiving a conventional baby bottle. The baby bottle is held within the body component via an interference fit. The body component can be manufactured in different sizes, depending on the size of the baby bottle to be held.

Abstract: A pacifier comprising a suction part comprising a nipple and a shield connected to each other; and a housing part connected to said suction part, wherein said suction part defines a passageway through which a fluid can pass from outside the pacifier to inside a mouth of a user of the pacifier such that the pacifier is configured as a breath-through pacifier, wherein said housing part comprises a housing, wherein said housing comprises, in an interior space of the housing, at least one heat and moisture exchanger (HME) device and/or at least one filter device, and wherein the housing defines at least one air opening through which air can pass such that the air passing between the at least one air opening of the housing and the passageway of the suction part has to pass through the at least one HME device and/or the at least one filter device.

Abstract: [Problem] To provide a photopolymerizable composition that has excellent formability in 3D printer and can prepare a three-dimensional modeled object with excellent toughness by using optical stereolithography (stereolithography). [Solution] To provide a dental photopolymerizable composition for 3D printer, comprising (a) (meth)acrylic polymerizable compound having an allophanate group, (b) (meth)acrylic polymer having one or two (meth)acryloyloxy groups, and (c) photoinitiator.

Abstract: A cellulose particle includes: a base particle containing cellulose as a main component; a first coating layer disposed on a surface of the base particle and containing a multivalent metal salt of an acid functional group-containing resin; and a second coating layer disposed on the first coating layer and containing at least one hydrophobic compound selected from fatty acids, multivalent metal salts of fatty acids, amino acid compounds, and multivalent metal salts of amino acid compounds.

Abstract: A cellulose particle includes a mother particle containing cellulose as a main component, a first coating layer containing at least one polysaccharide selected from the group consisting of a basic polysaccharide and a salt of the basic polysaccharide, the first coating layer being provided on a surface of the mother particle, and a second coating layer containing at least one hydrophobic compound selected from a fatty acid, a fatty acid metal salt, an acylated amino acid, or an acylated amino acid salt, the second coating layer being provided on the first coating layer.

Abstract: A transparent, aqueous perfume micro-emulsion composition is provided that includes a fragrance material, a solvo-surfactant, an ionic surfactant, optionally a non-ionic surfactant, and water. The solvo-surfactant comprises at least one monoalkyl glycerol ether having a general formula of R—O—CH2—CH(OH)—CH2OH, wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C8 to C12 unbranched alkyls and C6 to C7 unbranched terminal alkenyls. The aqueous perfume microemulsions are stable and may be used in their concentrated form or diluted with water depending on the end use application.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing a spicule capable of promoting percutaneous absorption of skin improvement active ingredients and fine diamonds, a spicule manufactured thereby, and a cosmetic composition comprising the same. A spicule cosmetic composition prepared according to the present disclosure can be used in the preparation of a cosmetic composition that may have excellent percutaneous penetration efficacy and may be excellent in functionality.

Abstract: An aqueous microcapsule dispersion liquid containing a component (A) and a component (B): component (A): microcapsules having a shell including an inorganic material as a constitutional component, and a core including one or more of an organic compound, inside the shell, and component (B): one or more selected from the group consisting of a neutral amino acid (B1), a polyhydroxyamine (B2), and a quaternary ammonium hydroxide (B3).

Abstract: A glass composition and method of making, the glass composition comprising 15-45 wt. % SiO2, 10-30 wt. % P2O5, 30-60 wt. % CaO, 0.5-15 wt. % ZrO2, and 0.1-10 wt. % F. In some aspects, the glass composition comprises a glass-ceramic comprising a fluorapatite crystal phase. A matrix comprising the glass composition, in which the matrix is a dentifrice composition in some aspects. A method for applying the matrix to a tooth, in which the method remineralizes enamel of a tooth, treats caries of a tooth, treats dentin hypersensitivity of the tooth. A method of making the matrix comprising combining a carrier with the glass composition.

Abstract: Glass compositions comprising 15-50 wt. % SiO2, 25-60 wt. % CaO, 3-30 wt. % P2O5, 0.5-15 wt. % ZrO2, and >0-5 wt. % F, wherein, when subjected to artificial saliva, the glass composition forms a bioactive crystalline phase, such as apatite. A matrix comprising the glass composition, wherein the glass composition is attached to the matrix or mixed therein, in which the matrix includes at least one of: a toothpaste, mouthwash, gel, varnish, rinse, spray, ointment, salve, cream, bandage, polymer film, oral formulation, pill, capsule, or transdermal formulation. The matrix may be a dentifrice composition. A method comprising applying the matrix to a tooth, in which the method remineralizes enamel of the tooth, treats caries of the tooth, treats dentin hypersensitivity of the tooth, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A composition comprising an amino acid and a bioactive glass, in which the bioactive glass comprises 15-55 wt. % SiO2, 20-60 wt. % CaO, 0.1-15 wt. % ZrO2, and 5-30 wt. % P2O5, in which, when the composition is subjected to artificial saliva at 37° C., a bioactive crystalline phase is formed within 7 days. In some aspects, the bioactive crystalline phase is apatite, and the composition is a dentifrice or skin care composition. Methods comprising making the composition, making the bioactive glass, and applying the composition to a tooth or the skin. In some aspects, applying the composition to a tooth remineralizes enamel of the tooth, treats caries of the tooth, and/or treats dentin hypersensitivity of the tooth, and applying the composition to skin treats or reduces the appearance of one or more skin defects, such as wrinkles and blemishes.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for the treatment of topical skin conditions. Also provided are topically applied compositions and delivery systems. Also provided are methods of using the compositions and delivery systems in cosmetic, personal care and dermatology applications. Also provided is a sprayable composition that comprises petrolatum.

Abstract: Described herein are personal care compositions comprising a liquid carrier; alkyl glyceryl ether; xanthan gum; an ester of glycerin and a C8-18 fatty acid; polyol; and an alkali salt of a C14-22 fatty acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for coating keratin materials, which consists in applying to said materials a coating agent formed by hydrogen bonding interaction of at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups with at least one monoglycerolated and/or polyglycerolated polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y with a molar mass greater than 200 g/mol. More particularly, the process is intended for making up keratin materials.

Abstract: A polyolester mixture as substitute for vaseline obtainable by esterification reaction of a) 0.8 to 1.2 mol glycerin b) 0.5 to 0.7 mol sebacic acid c) 1.0 to 1.4 mol of a monocarboxylic fatty acid mixture with a chain length of 8 to 24 carbon atoms characterized in that the fatty acid mixture c) comprises at maximum 30 wt % of a linear C18 fatty acid, at maximum 3 wt % of fatty acids lower than C12 and at maximum 3 wt % of fatty acids higher than C18 based on the weight of the sum of monocarboxylic fatty acids.

Abstract: Personal cleansing compositions having at least a cleansing phase and a benefit phase. The cleansing phase includes a first surfactant. The first surfactant has a mixtures of C12 and C13 alkyl sulfate anionic surfactants; a zwitterionic surfactant. The zwitterionic surfactant includes a betaine; a structuring system having: optionally, a non-ionic emulsifier; optionally, a rheology modifier; and an electrolyte. The benefit phase includes a benefit agent.

Abstract: A photocurable composition for a nail or an artificial nail, contains a polythiol compound and fumed silica, in which the composition allows both a high structural viscosity ratio (high thixotropy), and a high transparency (low turbidity) of a cured material to be achieved. A photocurable composition for a nail or an artificial nail, contains Component (A): a compound having a (meth)acryloyl group; Component (B): a polythiol compound; Component (C): a photoinitiator; and Component (D): a filling agent containing a component (D-1) and a component (D-2). The component (D-1) and the component (D-2) are each surface-treated fumed silica having a specific residue on the surface thereof.

Abstract: The present application relates to a process for producing a composition for treatment of keratinic material, especially human hair, comprising the blending of (a) one or more organic C1-C6-alkoxysilanes having one, two or three silicon atoms, with (b) one or more alkalizing agents, where the organic C1-C6-alkoxysilane(s) (a) is/are blended with an amount of alkalizing agent(s) (b) that corresponds to the molar amount of alkalizing agents determined by equation (G-1) where mol(alkalizing agent) represents the molar amount of alkalizing agent(s) used, mol(silanes) represents the total molar amount of the C1-C6-alkoxysilanes used in the reaction, n(alkoxy) represents the number of C1-C6-alkoxy groups per C1-C6-alkoxysilane, and S-Alkali represents an integer from 50 to 2000.

Abstract: Described herein are personal care compositions comprising a cosmetically acceptable carrier; an antiperspirant component comprising gluconolactone, or an acid thereof; and optionally a thickening agent. Methods of making and using these compositions are also described herein.

Abstract: Composition comprising a specific combination of surfactants and a cationic polymer The present invention relates to an aqueous composition intended in particular for washing and/or conditioning keratin fibres, notably human keratin fibres such as the hair, and which comprises at least one anionic surfactant, the combination of at least two nonionic surfactants, different from one another, in a specific weight ratio, at least one amphoteric surfactant and at least one cationic polymer. The invention also relates to a method for the cosmetic treatment of keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair, using said composition. The invention further relates to the use of said composition for washing and/or conditioning keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair.

Abstract: A preparation method for an N-long-chain acyl amino acid dipeptide, supramolecular amino acid and corresponding salts thereof, capable of controlling the occurrence of structural reconstruction and controlling the content of long-chain fatty acid. Further provided are a supramolecular amino acid and salts thereof, as well as an application in the fields of daily chemicals and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for use in oral care and various methods of their use. In particular, it relates to compositions comprising phosphoproteins and their use in the treatment and prevention of dentine hypersensitivity and the treatment and prevention of xerostomia. Preferred compositions comprise osteopontin and derivatives thereof.

Abstract: Personal care compositions and personal care compositions formulated to preserve pigment associated with a skin tattoo, improve the health skin, and/or improve the appearance of skin arc disclosed herein.

Abstract: Topical formulations of L-ascorbic acid dissolved in a combination of a urea agent and a non-aqueous skin-compatible solvent are provided. The formulations are storage stable for an extended period of time without significant degradation of the L-ascorbic acid in the composition, are have desirable physical properties. The topical formulations can include high concentrations of the L-ascorbic acid. Topical compositions of this disclosure find use in treating or preventing a variety of cosmetic and/or dermatological conditions as well as to reduce the appearance of chronological and/or environmentally-caused skin aging.

Abstract: Described herein is a viscosity control composition comprising a surfactant blend comprising a biosurfactant, an anionic surfactant, a zwitterionic surfactant comprising sodium lauroamphoacetate, a gum comprising carrageenan, and a liquid carrier.

Abstract: A hair color retention system includes a primer composition having an effective amount of a dendrimer or hyperbranched compound in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous carrier and a chitosan complex composition including chitosan, dehydroxanthan gum, an aldehyde-bearing compound (ABC), and an organic acid. Upon application and rinsing of the primer composition, followed by application of the chitosan complex composition, a chitosan complex coating is formed on hair fibers that provides color retention to the hair. ?E of the treated hair is less than or equal to 10 after 40 washes with a clarifying shampoo.