Abstract: A condom holder for use in applying a condom onto a penis. The holder comprises a tubular member having a closed end and an open end. The tubular member is sized to very loosely cover the upper half of an erect penis. Mounting means are provided on the outside of the member adjacent its open end for mounting the open end of a condom thereon with an unrolled portion of the condom located within the member. An air opening is provided in the closed end of the condom to allow the passage of air between a space, formed between the unrolled portion of the condom and the interior surface of the member, and the atmosphere. Closure means are provided on the member for selectively closing the air opening. The closure means can be in the form of a valve or a frangible or removable seal.

Abstract: A method of welding at least two layers of a thin thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer (10A, B) to form a weld seam (12) to produce polyurethane barrier products such as, but not limited to, gloves (20), condoms (30), inflatable catheter balloon cuffs (48A, B), ostomy pouches (50), organ bags (60), and instrument covers (70) through a process of pre-heating a sealing die platen, the at least two layers of the polyurethane (10A, B) softened while under pressure from the preheated die platen, followed by welding the at least two layers of polyurethane (10A, B) film by transmission of a radio-frequency energy to the film (10A, B) to produce a weld seam (12) and then allowing the weld seam (12) to cool, the resultant product having seam integrity.

Abstract: A condom disperses local tightening force at the opening end portion and maintains wind-up property. Further, it enables the drug to be automatically applied when it is being used to effectively prevent infection of diseases. The condom has a sperm reservoir at an end portion thereof and extends in a cylindrical form, wherein an open end portion includes elastic annular trapezoidal portions in cross section with notch and an elastic annular end with a hollow end portion. The condom may have sol type active drug in the porous hollow end portion, so that said drug is applied to the outer surface of the cylindrical portion when the condom is used.

Abstract: A method and garment aid to facilitate and induce the use of a condom for safe or safer sexual acts are disclosed, wherein a pocket containing a condom is carried, for example, at the inner forward waistband region of underpants, such that a potential participant, when removing such underpants, as a general precondition to engaging in the sexual act, will invariably touch or be conscious of the pocket-and-condom, thus providing a warning and a reminder of the proximal presence and readily accessible convenience of the juxtaposed condom that may serve to induce use of the same and thereby increase the chances of the enactment of safe or safer sex. Novel pockets including modified condom-package-pockets are disclosed.

Abstract: A protective covering, such as a surgical glove, having two layers sandwiching a layer of protective solution, such that if the covering becomes punctured or torn, the substance releases to protect the user. The liquid layer has an average thickness of less than about 0.12 mm, such that it exerts a capillary force on the two glove layers, thereby providing a mechanical-like coupling effect. The protective solution may include a dye for a visual indication of punctures or tears in the outer layer. The layers may be adhered together at desired points to restrict the layers from peeling apart during use. Various methods for making such protective coverings are disclosed.

Abstract: A condom of thermoplastic elastomer is drawn from a polyesterurethane.

Abstract: A new and useful contraceptive and prophylactic attachment having a dome shaped bowl which conforms to the shape of a portion of the penile glans surrounding the urethral orifice. The bowl has an aperture overlying the orifice which leads into a collapsed bladder contained within a protective retaining structure. During ejaculation, semen flows through the aperture into the bladder expanding it and causing it to extrude itself through an expandable outlet in the retaining structure. As a penile cap or micro-condom, the shape of the bowl and a layer of medical grade adhesive forms a leak-free seal between the attachment and the penis. The sensitive corona of the glans is left exposed.

Abstract: A device for shielding the male organ includes a tube having a closed end and an open end which forms a cavity for receiving the male organ through the open end. The device further includes an impermeable membrane which is essentially cylindrical in shape having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the distal end is circumferentially attached about the open end of the tube and wherein the proximal end has means for securing the membrane to the base of the male organ.

Abstract: A condom holder package including a condom member, a condom carriage member having a U-shaped condom holder portion, and rupturable inner and outer packaging film members. Outer packaging surface treatment is provided to identify and to assure proper wear orientation of the packaged condom. The condom member is neatly gathered in a ready-to-use state about the U-shaped condom holder. The U-shaped configuration of the condom holder departs from traditional annular condom holders, and facilitates an unimpeded lateral removal of the condom holder from a positioned condom. The laterally removable U-shaped condom holder configuration, carrying a ready-to-use condom, along with the rupturable packaging film members produce an instant-on condom product.

Abstract: A condom assembly adapted to be received by a passive sexual organ includes a condom and a biocompatible, water soluble, shape-retaining insertion element adapted to deliver the condom to a passive sexual organ, such as the vaginal cavity, prior to intercourse and without first affixing the condom to an erect penis. The assembly may include an applicator to further facilitate insertion of the insertion element housing a condom into the passive sexual organ.

Abstract: A sheath that one wears on a penis automatically by pushing inside or in to the sheath suitable for sexual intercourse with a condom. A portion of the condom is capable of being held within the genital of a woman prior to the insertion of a penis into the condom.

Abstract: A contraceptive device having a condom that has a configuration of an elongated tube having an open end and a closed end. A sheath surrounds at least a portion of the tubular condom. The sheath has an attachment end and a distal end. The attachment end of the sheath is attached to the condom at a first point. The distal end of sheath is located at a second point spaced from the first point. An elastic ring is secured to the distal end of the sheath. The sheath is unattached to the condom between the points such that the elastic ring is free to move back and forth between the points.

Abstract: The combination of an external male catheter and an applicator to facilitate properly fitting the catheter on a patient, as well as the methods of use and making, are disclosed. The catheter is preferably of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. 4,540,409 and the applicator takes the form of a relatively rigid open-ended tube and a flexible, torous-shaped sleeve that continuously and rotatably surrounds the wall of the tube and slides easily against the outer and inner surfaces of the tube. A user applies the catheter by gripping and pulling the exposed outlet section of the catheter to extract the catheter from one end of the applicator tube while the interior surfaces of the catheter sheath at the opposite end of the applicator tube are in contact with the penis.

Abstract: An improved condom is provided, which includes an unrolled condom encompassing the solely the head of a penis having a reservoir to collect semen, adhesive means to securely fasten said condom to the head of said penis, an angled condom opening to solely encompass only the head of the penis, and an internal retaining means within the center of the flange which then becomes integrately secured under the lip on the head of a penis allowing the rest of the penis shaft to be exposed, thus, increasing sensitivity during intercourse. The retaining means is anglurly designed in a functional relationship to encompass the angle of the lip of the head of the penis and the angle of the penis shaft, thus, forming a more secure fastening arrangement between penis and condom. The adhesive means is positioned throughout the top and bottom portion of the condom to securely fasten said condom to the head of a penis.

Abstract: An apparatus (10,110,210) for facilitating the removal of a condom (12,112,212) from a penis (14,114,214) and for preventing the entanglement of the condom (12,112,212) with pubic hair (16,116,216) located on the penis (14,114,214) and on the pubic area (18,118,218) adjacent the penis (14,114,214). The apparatus (10,110,210) comprises an elongated tubular sleeve (24,124,224) having a first open end (26,126,226), a second open end (28,128,228) and a flange (20,120,220) extending radially outwardly from the first open end (26,126,226).

Abstract: A condom including three layers, first and third layers which are of elastomeric material with a second layer sandwiched between the first and third layers including a colorless, air sensitive material. When the colorless, air sensitive material is exposed to air because of a rupture in said first or third layers of said condom, the colorless, air sensitive material changes color to alert the user that the integrity of the condom is compromised.

Abstract: The present invention is an oral condom which protects the user from contracting sexually transmitted diseases while engaging in oral, vaginal or anal sex. The oral condom provides an improved protective mask which is capable of protecting the facial area of a user from undesirable exposure to infection carrying microorganisms. The oral condom is shaped like an oval with two lateral leg portions which are attached to two ear attachments respectively. The oral condom includes conformed portions for the lips so that the lips can be more easily moved in a natural way and an extended portion for the tongue so the tongue can move in a natural way and not be hindered by the oral condom.

Abstract: This invention provides an improved condom of the type having a generally tubular body with an open end and a closed end. The tubular body has a concertina expander portion and an enlarged portion located between the concertina expanded portion and the open end. The enlarged portion tapers towards the open end.

Abstract: A prophylactic device for oral sex comprising a body portion with a reservoir extending from one side and peripheral portion extending from an opposite side thereof.

Abstract: A disposable protective barrier formed of an elongated planar membrane comprising a strong virus impermeable film prevents the exchange of body fluids during oral sex. In one embodiment, the invention provides a protective mask that shields the facial area of the wearer, including the mouth, side face, the front of the nose, and the front and under chin, from undesirable exposure to infection carrying microorganisms, while permitting unrestricted freedom of movement of the wearer's jaw, lips, nose, and tongue. Another embodiment of the invention provides a brief that uses any of various securing means that may include variable strap size and contoured thigh placement. Materials that exhibit plastic cohesive attraction to human skin are employed to secure the mask or brief to the wearer, thereby ensuring that the garment stays in the desired position for greater protection when in use.

Abstract: A vibrating condom or device having an inflatable vibrating region or a self-activated vibrating region which contacts the clitoris or vaginal walls. The inflation of such vibrating region is achieved by the transport of air or fluid from a power unit while the self-activated vibrating region could be achieved by an external or imbedded power source.

Abstract: An external urinary catheter having integral adhesive means. The external urinary catheter includes (a) a single tubular sheath having a unitary construction made of silicone rubber, the silicone rubber having an inner surface and an outer surface; and (b) a layer of adhesive material bonded to a first portion of the inner surface; wherein the adhesive material can releasably contact portions of the outer surface such that the inner surface of the silicone rubber sheath can be rolled up on the outer surface thereof so that the adhesive layer on the first portion of the inner surface comes into releasable contact with the portions of the outer surface, and such that the adhesive material on the outer surface will then release any portions of the outer surface with which it has come into contact, while remaining bonded to the inner surface, when the silicone rubber sheath is forcibly unrolled. A method of making an external urinary catheter is also disclosed.

Abstract: A condom retainer ring structure is for use on a condom that has an elongated thin-walled tubular sheath of resilient material closed at one end and open at the other end, with a bead surrounding the opening. The condom retainer ring structure has a first ring for positioning at the periphery of the opening, adjacent the bead that surrounds the sheath. A second ring is connected to and adjacent the first ring. A bridge having a retention notch therein joins the rings generally in a single plane when the retainer ring structure is not in use and in an unflexed condition. In use, when a condom is worn on the penis of a user, the first ring surrounds the sheath on the shaft of the penis, the second ring encircles the scrotum to anchor the condom, and the bridge is flexed thereby, constricting the retention notch. The retention notch, preferably positioned over the bead of the condom, grabs the bead to retain the condom.

Abstract: A combination of a condom and a condom retainer ring structure has an elongated thin-walled tubular sheath of resilient material that is closed at one end and open at the other end. A first ring at the periphery of the opening surrounds the sheath. A second ring adjacent is attached to and adjacent the first ring, with a bridge joining the rings. In use, the first ring and sheath are worn on the shaft of the penis and the second ring encircles the scrotum to anchor the condom. The condom may be made by a method involving a dipping process and by which the two rings are formed individually or by cutting a thick bead rolled from latex coating on a mandrel.

Abstract: A male external catheter assembly for transporting and containing urine includes a condom having a discharge end and having a discharge port at the discharge end, a discharge tube having a tube first end and a tube second end, the tube first end being sealingly secured to the condom discharge end, a urine receiving vessel at the tube second end, a garment having a condom passing opening, a condom masking sleeve having a sleeve first end and a sleeve second end, the sleeve first end being positioned adjacent to the condom passing opening and substantially surrounding the condom discharge end for concealing the condom. The condom masking sleeve preferably includes a condom inspection slit and the condom preferably has an off-center discharge port at its tip.

Abstract: A generally loose-fitting tubular sheath article, such as a condom, which has a closed distal end and an open proximal end which is bounded by a knitted material that bears compressively on the sheathed member to provide retention. The knitted material may be in the form of a band which is affixed to the sheath by everting a portion of the sheath material at the proximal end over the knitted material and attaching the sheath material to itself, thereby creating a toroidal enclosure in which the knitted material is disposed. Constriction of the sheathed member is minimized by the knitted material which provides a large surface area for retentive contact.

Abstract: An article having a main sheath portion formed of a flexible and/or elastic material closed at a distal end thereof and open at a proximal end thereof, with a first flange element formed of a flexible and elastic material, and having an aperture formed or pressure-formable therein, secured to the open proximal end of the sheath. In a single flange embodiment, the main sheath portion may be provided in a center-compacted configuration, for bidirectional application of the sheath. In a multi-flange embodiment, a second flange element is secured at an outer portion thereof to the first flange element and has an aperture formed or pressure-formable therein, in substantial alignment with the aperture of the first flange element, whereby the sheath is extended or extensible from a compacted state through the aperture in either the first or the second flange element. In a specific embodiment, the article comprises a condom which may be donned in either of two directions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a condom for use by a male user. The condom consists of a liquid impervious protective section for preventing exchange of body fluids between the user and a sexual partner during intercourse and a belt section for holding the condom on the user. The protection section is comprised of a tubular sheath portion which attaches to a bag portion into which the penis and the scrotum of the user are inserted, respectively, via an upwardly oriented opening in the bag portion. The opening is provided with an elasticized peripheral edge. A second protective layer is attached to the tubular sheath portion in order to help prevent the condom from breaking.The belt section consists of a waistband with two leg straps. A front area of the waistband secures, either permanently or removably, to an anterior area of the peripheral edge of the opening in the bag portion.

Abstract: Methods of forming a chemical barrier against the transmission of disease-causing microbes and other harmful agents through a membrane such as latex. In the principal method, a mold or former is coded with a coagulant, which is dried, and then the former is dipped into liquid latex, which is allowed to gel, and then the former is dipped into a solution containing the biocide, and then the former is dipped again into the liquid latex, after which the entire coating on the former is cured. Alternatively, the biocide may be sprayed or otherwise applied onto the gelled latex.

Abstract: The combination of an external male catheter and an applicator to facilitate properly fitting the catheter on a patient, as well as the method for doing so, are disclosed. The catheter is preferably of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,540,409 and the applicator takes the form of a relatively rigid open-ended tube and a flexible tubular drawsleeve formed of substantially non-stretchable material that slides easily against the surfaces of the tube. The drawsleeve includes a first portion disposed within the applicator tube and surrounding the neck and drainage tube portions of the catheter therein, a second portion extending a substantial distance outwardly (axially) from the interior of the tube at one end thereof, and a third portion interposed between the outer surface of the tube and the cylindrical body of the catheter.

Abstract: A condom catheter having a sheath and a smaller diameter tube separated by a cone-shaped transition section with adhesive on the inner surface of the sheath and most of the transition section. The catheter is intended for a male having a recessed penis. The transition section is fastened to the penile tip such that the penile shaft may be pulled from pelvic skin so that the sheath can be unrolled onto the penile shaft so that when the penis recesses back into the pelvic skin, the catheter remains fastened to the penile shaft.

Abstract: A condom with a vasodilator delivery system is provided for producing and maintaining the erection of a male penis during intercourse. The vasodilator may be applied as a coating in a suitable pharmaceutical vehicle to the inner surface of the condom during manufacture. Alternatively, the vasodilator may be contained in a transdermal patch adhered during manufacture to the condom inside wall. The transdermal patch comprises a thin, smooth-edged layered structure for dispensing a suitable vasodilator to the penis skin surface. The transdermal patch may remain attached to the condom inner wall during use, and in so doing release its vasodilator into a suitable vehicle and lubricant for spreading to the entire penis skin surface.

Abstract: This invention relates to a multi-purpose sexual device usable as a condom usage comprising an insertion part, a pressure part and an air hole with two plys of outer and inner sheets sealed in conformance with its sealing line forming air spaces between the outer and inner sheets of insertion part and pressure part by filling with the proper amount of air blown in through the air hole.

Abstract: A universal contraceptive and prophylactic device, and method of using the device, having a condom support device of annular configuration and including an inwardly opening groove formed on the periphery thereof, a securing device that secures the support device in place on person's body, the condom includes an elongate tubular sheath formed of thin, flexible fluid impermeable material, the condom has a closed end an open end and is sized to fit loosely about an erect male organ.

Abstract: A female condom has a pouch with an unlubricated surface without spermicides to prevent vaginal infection and a lubricating and retention member is provided having voids therein filled with a lubricant and spermicides to lubricate the interior of the pouch when the sponge member is inserted into the pouch; the retention member includes a tip for piloting the retention member into the interior of the pouch and the retention member further includes a recessed head portion that is compressible to permit insertion of the retention member into the pouch and that is expandable to force the outer surface of the pouch against the surface of the vagina for holding the pouch against withdrawal during coitus; the recess in the head portion is located in axial alignment with an erected penis to accommodate the penis during use.

Abstract: The present invention is an oral condom which protects the user from contracting sexually transmitted diseases while engaging in oral, vaginal or anal sex. The oral condom provides an improved protective mask which is capable of protecting the facial area of a user from undesirable exposure to infection carrying microorganisms. The oral condom is shaped like an oval with two lateral leg portions which are attached to two ear attachments respectively. The oral condom includes conformed portions for the lips so that the lips can be more easily moved in a natural way and an extended portion for the tongue so the tongue can move in a natural way and not be hindered by the oral condom.

Abstract: Two layers of flexible material, each of which is resistant to the passage of fluids and microbes, include spacers between them, and are hermetically sealed, for maintaining reduced atmospheric pressure in the space between them. Open cell foam supported in the space is compressed by the layers until one of the layers is torn, upon which the resulting increase in atmospheric pressure in the space allows the foam to resile, increasing the space between the layers as a warning to the user of the break. An electric switch which is responsive to pressure change is in communication with the space to also signal a warning of the break.

Abstract: A condom which has a sheath which is open at one end and closed at the other. The sheath includes a cylindrical portion of constant diameter and a portion of larger diameter between the portion of constant diameter and the open end. The open end is encircled by a ring which is of the same diameter as the constant diameter portion. The two portions are co-axial. The portion of larger diameter in use provides a pouch intended to receive and envelope the wearer's scrotum and a region which is diametrically opposed to said pouch and which ruffles thereby providing a series of circumferentially extending ridges which ridges inhibit blood flow from the penis and provide for female stimulation. In a modified form there is a teat at the closed end. In another form there is a further portion of constant diameter, smaller than the larger diameter portion, between said latter portion and the open end.

Abstract: A condom designed for oral-genital sex includes, in one aspect, a device adapted to be worn in the mouth of the person practicing oral sex. The device includes a tubular member having one closed end and formed of thin, pliant, impervious material. Joined to the open end of the tubular member are two or three flanges extending generally radially outwardly and spaced closely together. The flanges are curved out of a plane transverse to the axis of the tubular member to define a channel adapted to receive the upper and lower lips of an average person. The device is gripped by placing the lips within the channel, and closing the jaws slightly to compress and retain the open end of the device. The tubular member may be formed to extend into the mouth of the wearer, for the purpose of performing fellatio. A penis may be inserted into the tubular member without making contact with the lips or mouth or tongue of the wearer.

Abstract: An applicator for an external urinary collection catheter. The catheter has a flexible sheath intended to be applied in a leaktight manner onto the penis of a patient. The sheath is connected to a tubular shaped part (for receiving the glans) which itself is connected to a tube for removing urine. The sheath is rolled on itself prior to its application. The applicator has a tubular body intended to surround, at least partially, the part for receiving the glans. The body has at least two controllable jaws. One end of each of the jaws is integral with an annular support, and the other free end of each of the jaws has a radially internal projection intended to hook behind the glans and to hold the latter during the unrolling of the flexible sheath on the penis.

Abstract: A condom applicator (2) comprising a rolled up condom (4) and a ring member (6) for applying the condom (4) by unrolling it over a penis, the ring member comprising a side wall (8), a flat portion (10), a first lip (12), a second lip (16), and first and second ends (18, 20) which are joined together by a frangible joint (22) which forms the ring member (6) into a complete ring in order to retain the condom (4) in position prior to use of the condom applicator (2) and which breaks during use of the condom applicator (2), and the ring member (6) being constructed to control the tendency of the first and the second ends (18, 20) to twist with respect to each other after the frangible joint (22) has been broken.

Abstract: A latex film product such as a prophylactic condom, a surgical glove, a medical examination glove, and the like, having improved chemical resistance, such product comprising a shaped film consisting essentially of a cured mixture of (a) a copolymer of acrylonitrile and butadiene or isoprene, and (b) a high styrene content styrene-butadiene copolymer.

Abstract: An improved condom for human sexual intercourse for improved sensitivity, prevention of pregnancy as well as for providing an effective barrier against transmittal of certain diseases such as spread of HIV for AIDS, gonorrhea, non-specific urethritis, male urinary tract diseases as well as female pregnancy related diseases. The sensitive condom comprises a membrane condom which is reinforced at the head of the penis by latex rubber or polyurethane which prevents osmotic transmission of bodily fluids. A generic spermicide such as nonoxynol 9 is also added at the front end of the condom to deactivate HIV. The packaging includes braille markings for orientation such that it can be donned properly even in the dark.

Abstract: A prophylactic device comprises an outer condom having a circular base, and an inner condom inserted inside the first condom and also having a circular base. The device further comprises a heat seal attaching the outer condom and the inner condom to one another about their respective bases. The outer condom is provided in a region about its base with a plurality of openings disposed in an annular array for permitting the evacuation of air from between the first condom and the second condom during use of the device.

Abstract: A user-activated vacuum-assisted condom applicator is shown which enables the user to apply a standard pre-rolled condom. A tubular receptacle and an egg-shaped applicator are arranged to interact with each other. The applicator is hollow and has a small hole at each end and a groove around the external surface of the fat, central portion. The tubular receptacle has a flared opening at one end and a generally closed other end with a small hole centrally disposed therein, and has an internal diameter larger than an erect penis. The egg-shaped applicator is of a size whereby the external central portion with a groove can rest upon the flared open end of the tubular receptacle without entering the tubular receptacle. In use, a rolled condom, as customarily supplied by the manufacturer, is partially unrolled and placed over one end of the egg-shaped applicator until the enlarged, rubberized ring at the open end of the condom fits into the groove in the central portion of the applicator.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a condom applicator device which includes a top encasement and a bottom encasement which are hingedly connected to one another. The top and bottom encasements include orifices of adequate diameter for an erect penis to pass through and either the top encasement or the bottom encasement or both includes a blade or blades which are located strategically with respect to the orifices within both encasements such that the top and bottom encasements can be opened with respect to one another, a condom package in a foil inserted therein, and, when encasements are closed, the blade or blades cut through the condom foil without touching the condom itself. The top foil may then be simply pulled away when ready for use and the bottom foil is taken away by a bottom hatch door which is hingedly attached on the underside of the bottom encasement.

Abstract: A polymeric substrate such as rubber or latex incorporates povidone-iodine as a control release biologically active agent.

Abstract: Condoms with leading medication-dispensing sponges surrounding a well for semen at the distal end are described. The purpose is to combine the advantages of condoms and medication-dispensing sponges for reducing the chances of acquiring sexually transmitted diseases, as well as unwanted pregnancy, resulting from sexual intercourse. The sponge, to which medication can be added, will tend to force the medication to the area at which it is most effective.

Abstract: A prophylactic device is disclosed that can be utilized by a female. The device is a panty that includes upper and lower portions. The upper portion includes a velcro like fastener to allow the panty to be securely fastened to the user. The lower portion includes a tubular hour-glass shape which is adapted to be inserted into a vaginal area of the user. The tubular portion also includes a coil member for locking the tubular portion with the pubic bone of the user.

Abstract: The apparatus includes a bellows member formed by a pleated wall. An interior cavity is located inside of the bellows member. The wall has first and second openings that communicate with the interior cavity. A lip surrounds the first opening. To use the apparatus, the elastomeric covering is inserted, closed end first, into the interior cavity. The open end of the covering is folded onto the lip at the first opening so as to form a seal. The bellows member is contracted to expel air through the second opening. Then, the second opening is closed and the bellows member is expanded, causing the covering to expand. The body member is inserted into the interior of the covering. The second opening is then opened, allowing the covering to contract onto the body member.