Abstract: An appliance for preventing snoring and sleep apnea includes a headgear and a mouthpiece. The headgear includes an adjustable headband encircling the upper portion of a user's head at the forehead; an adjustable chin strap passing over the crown of the head and under the chin of the user to maintain the user's mouth closed about the mouthpiece; a back strap passing from the forehead over the crown of the head and down the back of the user; a means secured to the rear end of the back strap for exerting a restraining force on the back strap and the upper portion of the headgear to keep the user's head from slouching forward; and an object secured to the rear end of the back strap for making it uncomfortable for the user to lie on his/her back.

Abstract: Systems and methods for positioning the oral cavity of a dental patient are described. A method includes: providing: a pivotable chair with: a reclinable back; and a headrest connected to the reclinable back, the headrest including: a bracket for attaching the headrest to the reclinable back; and a pad connected to the bracket, the pad including an internal perimeter that defines a hole through which a prone patient's nose and mouth can protrude so that the prone patient's oral cavity can be reached from below the prone patient; locating the dental patient on the pivotable chair in a prone position so that the dental patient's nose and mouth protrude through the hole; pivoting the pivotable chair; and reaching into the dental patient's oral cavity from below the dental patient. The systems and methods provide advantages in that back and neck stress on the dentist is reduced while dental prophylaxis is facilitated.

Abstract: A containment tray includes a contoured cradle having a floor surface and a drain portion, an entrance portion, a support portion situated between the entrance portion and the cradle, a raised rim, and a lower rim. The raised rim is provided around the cradle and support portion and provides splash protection from the fluids which drain into the cradle and a surface upon which a physician may stably rest his hands when performing surgery on a head or other body appendage held within the cradle. The lower rim provides stability for the containment tray as it rests on a surface. One preferred aspect of the containment tray is that the containment tray is made from a substantially transparent material, thereby not inhibiting the ability of a physician to view a wound or surgical site. Another preferred aspect is that the cradle is sloped toward the drain portion to facilitate drainage. A non-permeable closed cell foam may also be provided on the floor surface of the cradle.

Abstract: A new Ear Retracting System for manipulating the ears of a user away from the head during hair treatment procedures to prevent the ears from being injured. The inventive device includes a right strap, a left strap, a right clip secured to the right strap, a left clip secured to the left strap, a support pad secured to the left strap, and a length of Velcro secured to the right strap and the left strap opposite of the clips for securing the straps juxtaposed to the chin of the user. The right clip engages the helix portion of the user's right ear and the left clip engages the helix portion of the user's left ear. The clips pull downwardly upon the helix portion thereby pulling the ear away from the head allowing the user to apply chemical solutions, dyes, permanent solutions or a curling iron to the user's hair without irritations or burns occuring.

Abstract: A pair of ear pugs that are attached to eyeglasses or safety goggles by a cord. The ear plugs, which are preferably made of foam or some other deformable material, can attach to each other. When the ear plugs are connected to each other, they, along with the cords attached to them, form a continuous strap for holding on a pair of glasses. This in-line arrangement allows a pair of ear plugs and their attached cords to function as a lanyard when the ear plugs are not in use. This arrangement in which the ear plugs can be separated provides a breakaway lanyard as required by OSHA for safety and reduces the chance of injury due to the lanyard becoming entangled in machinery. This arrangement also eliminates the requirement for separate cords and reduces the likelihood of lost ear plugs.

Abstract: A kissing shield comprised of a thin, flexible membrane and a frame or holder. The membrane is closed on three sides, a fourth side remaining open so that the membrane can be stretched over the frame or holder. The frame or holder consists of a supporting member and an elongated handle. The supporting member adapts over the bottom part of the user's face and has sufficient dimension to cover the lips and most of the cheeks and extends from under the nose to the bottom of the chin. The elongated handle extends laterally from the supporting member and is sized to be held in the hand of the user such that the hand is spaced apart from the supporting member and membrane.In use, the membrane is placed over the frame or holder. Using the handle portion of the frame or holder, the user places the kissing shield under his nose, so that it covers his lips, cheeks and chin.

Abstract: A versatile disposable film protective mask includes an outlined boundary, a top pair of primary film strings, two top pairs of secondary film strings/ear loops, a bottom pair of primary film strings, a well-defined chin guard having chin guard receptors, jaw webs, cheek webs, an oral cavity web having oral cavity receptors and a reversible half-oval shaped flaccid oral cavity pouch. In a preferred embodiment, the versatile disposable film protective mask further includes a thin lining for those who are allergic to the film and to absorb liquids, i.e. saliva and/or perspiration produced by the wearer of the mask. The versatile disposable film protective mask can also be employed as a resuscitation mask, a dental dam, a male G-string flaccid pouch with a disposable film flaccid pouch harness or a female G-string flaccid pouch with a disposable film flaccid pouch harness.

Abstract: An endoscope shield provides a barrier between a biopsy port and an endoscopist. The shield has a shield portion and attachment portion. The shield portion is flat and angled away from and toward the control end of the endoscope. The shield portion is located so that it separates a biopsy channel port from a barrel located on the endoscope. The shield is angled so that it overlies the barrel of the endoscope and therefore the hand of an endoscopist when placed on the barrel. A component of the shield portion extends normal to the axis of the barrel to adequately provide a barrier between the biopsy channel port and the endoscopist's head during examination procedures. An adjustable clamp releasably attaches the shield to the endoscope.

Abstract: A tubular medical device is adapted for placement into a human patient or other living being. The tubular medical device includes a body member and a rib structure. The body member extends along a longitudinal axis and has an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface defines a hole extending Longitudinally through the body member between opposite ends thereof. The rib structure is connected to the outer surface of the body member and projects outwardly from the outer surface relative to the longitudinal axis. The rib structure and the outer surface of the body member define at least one channel oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis. The tubular medical device can be constructed in a variety of embodiments including a tympanostomy tube device, a ribbed sleeve and an elongated tube.

Abstract: The present invention is a face mask suitable for application to a skin surface of a person's face, the face mask comprising a plurality of facial mask segments of resilient polymeric foam, each segment conformable to at least a portion of the surface of the person's face and including a first surface, a second surface and a shaped peripheral margin, an adhesive attachment, suitable for use on the first surface of each segment and suitable for attaching the segment to the person's skin; and a decoration, suitable for application on the second surface of each segment, for decorating the face mask; wherein the plurality of facial mask segments cover substantially all of the surface of the skin of the person's face.

Abstract: A method for stereotactic surgical procedure including securing to a predetermined region of anatomy of a patient, at least two stereotaxy frame attachment device. Tomographically scanning the predetermined region to generate scanning data relating to internal and external surfaces of the anatomical region including the frame attachment device and inputting into a data storage device the scanning data.

Abstract: A face shield apparatus to prevent bodily fluids and foreign materials from splashing into the user's face in medical situations. In non-medical use, this invention relates generally to preventing non-impact exposure from liquid splash, dirt and dust. The apparatus includes a transparent face portion providing a flat viewing area in front of the user's eyes, a forehead barrier portion to protect the user against splash to the eyes from above, a head strap portion to fit around the user's head to hold the face shield in place, and a drape portion to protect against splash coming up under the shield. This drape portion features a fluid-impermeable fabric below the plastic to cover the user's chin and upper neck. Light pressure to the bottom of the fluid barrier fabric closes the fabric under the user's chin with fasteners.

Abstract: A surgical drape apparatus that incorporates means to alleviate a patient's "suffocation anxiety" by providing for continued circulation of air to the patient's nose and mouth while the patient is draped for surgery, especially the field of surgery is the eye, is described.

Abstract: An artificial skin construction for use in overlying a body restorative device to be applied to the body of an individual. The construction provides a cosmetically pleasing skin appearance matched to the skin coloration of the body. The construction has a plurality of see-through layers intermixed with colorant containing layers to provide real life appearance to the artifical skin construction.

Abstract: A kissing shield comprised of a thin, flexible membrane and a frame or holder. The membrane is closed on three sides, a fourth side remaining open so that the membrane can be stretched over the frame or holder. The frame or holder consists of a supporting member and an elongated handle. The supporting member adapts over the bottom part of the user's face and has sufficient dimension to cover the lips and most of the cheeks and extends from under the nose to the bottom of the chin. The elongated handle extends laterally from the supporting member and is sized to be held in the hand of the user such that the hand is spaced apart from the supporting member and membrane. In use, the membrane is placed over the frame or holder. Using the handle portion of the frame or holder, the user places the kissing shield under his nose, so that it covers his lips, cheeks and chin.

Abstract: An earplug is described, which includes an elastic earplug body (12) and a metal part (14) mounted to the body to form an earplug that can be detected by a metal detector. The metal part (14) is in the form of a band that is clamped around the body. Where the body includes a narrow stem (24) and at least one flange (34) extending from a position (56) on the body and at a radially outward and rearward incline therefrom, the band can be attached to a location (62) lying a small distance rearward of the position where the flange emerges from the stem, so the band is hidden and is prevented from directly engaging a person's ear canal.

Abstract: A disposable neck protection device that not only covers the neck region, but is comprised of a material which prevents particles from penetrating it while at the same time, allowing the wearer's skin to breathe. The device covers the cheeks and other areas below the level of the wearer's eyes. The device attaches to the front of a mask via sticky tabs or Velcro, having its main portion draping down the front of the neck just below the clavicles, its lower portion fastening behind the wearer's neck via fasteners such as ties, buttons, Velcro or similar means. The neck protection device can be manufactured to accommodate any standard or custom size. The device is made of an absorbent outer layer and an impermeable inner layer which prevents debris from contacting the user's skin yet allows for air flow. The lower end of the device can fit under a gown whereas at the top, it attaches directly to the mask.

Abstract: A post-surgery lip and chin protector is described. The protector includes a barrier section having a sufficient area to cover the lips and chin of the patient. A hole is formed in the barrier section in a position so that the hole will be adjacent to the patient's mouth when the patient wears the protector. A flexible area is formed in the barrier section adjacent to the patient's lips to enable the patient to open and close his mouth while wearing the protector. Finally, the protector includes flanges that project into the patient's mouth and beneath the patient's chin to secure the protector in its desired position. Additionally, the protector can further include a strap that fits around the patient's head when the protector is worn.

Abstract: A sudorific mask is composed of a body which has openings corresponding to the eyes, a profile cut corresponding to the nose, an opening corresponding to the mouth, and cuts. The sudorific mask can be readily attached to the face to generate perspiration on the face. The openings and the profile cut allow a user to see and talk while the user is wearing the sudorific mask. The sudorific mask increases perspiration on the facial skin in a comfortable manner.

Abstract: An altenative face protector made of a covering body for covering at least a portion of a user's face below the eye area thereof, and attachments for attaching the covering body to a user. The face protector covers at least a portion of a user's face and it comprises a breathing vent skirt element. The breathing vent skirt element has a skirt edge, and is configured such that when the face protector is worn by the user, the breathing vent skirt element, from the tip of the nose of the user, projects outwardly and extends downwardly in such a manner that the breathing vent skirt element defines an outer wall of a nostril air pocket extending below the nostril area of the user's nose. The nostril air pocket has a lower nostril opening which is in air communication, at an upper end thereof, with the nostril area of the user's nose and, at the lower nostril opening, with the atmosphere.

Abstract: A clear plastic visor (16) is secured to a mask (12) which is removably attachable to the face of a wearer. The visor (16) is secured to the mask (12) at bond areas (48, 50) on opposite ends of the mask (12). The visor (16) is provided with a notched keyhole (20) to allow the visor (16) to conform to contours of the face of the wearer and to prevent creasing thereof. The visor (16) is generally positioned on the mask (12) so that approximately 1/3 of the visor's depth (D) covers the mask (12). A darkened strip (22) may be added to the top edge of the mask (12) to further reduce the likelihood of glare and reflections.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a device for noninvasive, stereotactic immobilization in reproducible position with a head ring providing a firm reference system, a mask consisting of several parts attached to the head ring. The mask is individually adapted to the anatomical contours of a patient, and has mask parts connected with one another as well as with the reference system. The connections enable adjusting the relative position of the mask parts to one another.

Abstract: A face shield apparatus having a head worn frame assembly, and a detachable and replaceable face shield coupled thereto. The frame assembly comprises a pair of generally parallel, spaced apart side members which are joined to a front member, which is supported by the wearer's nose or forehead. Articulating tails are included on the frame side members. One or more posts are provided on the frame assembly which pivotally engage one or more sockets associated with the face shield and provide for pivotal adjustment of the face shield relative to the frame assembly.

Abstract: A respiratory mask is provided with an eye shield having a body portion which is releasably-secured to the mask, and a shield portion which shields the eyes of the wearer. The shield portion is self-supporting on the body portion and, hence, on the mask, and includes a sheet of transparent, eye-shielding, material which can be replaced if it becomes marked or damaged. The shield portion can be pivoted forwards, relative to the mask, so that it is removed from the line of vision of the wearer without affecting the respiratory protection provided by the mask. A valve arrangement in the body portion of the eye shield can divert air from the mask into the shield portion, to remove contaminants from the region around the eyes of the wearer.

Abstract: A filter mask has an eye shield comprising a sheet of flexible transparent material sealed to the mask along its lower edge. That edge of the eye shield material has one or more widthwise folds so that, while the upper edge of the mask can follow the contours over the nose and along the cheeks of a user the eye shield can adopt a more gentle curvature by relative compression of the folds where they pass over the nose and relative opening of the folds to each side. A comfortable fit can thereby be achieved without creasing of the eye shield and without detriment to the sealing of the mask against the user's face and the sealing of the eye shield to the mask.

Abstract: An ear shield assembly comprises a headband fabricated of semi-rigid material and formed in a generally semi-circular configuration, the headband having two free ends; and two ear covers each formed in a hollow generally semi-spherical configuration, each ear covering having a concave inner surface and a convex outer surface, a free end of the headband being coupled through each ear cover, in an operative orientation a user placing the headband across his forehead, the user then positioning each ear cover over the auricle of an ear, the apparatus protecting a user's forehead and ears from hair dye during hair coloring.

Abstract: Disposable protective wear for persons who sun tan, providing a shield for sensitive parts of the body against exposure, while allowing for maximum coloring of the body and sanitary conditions within tanning salons. The disposable protective wear consists of separate articles of face cover, adjustable lower cover and breast covers, all with adhesive means to hold the articles in place on the wearer.

Abstract: A transport hood is provided to protect conveying personnel, such as law enforcement personnel, from contact with blood and body fluids issued by a detainee. The transport hood acts as a barrier between the blood and body fluids of the detainee and the surrounding environment to protect personnel who transport, or convey, the detainee while in custody from being infected with communicable diseases, such as HIV and AIDS. The transport hood includes a top portion and a bottom portion. The top portion is made of a fine plastic or fabric mesh which is transparent. The bottom portion is made of a plastic or fabric cloth which is impervious to the bacteria, blood and body fluids issued by the detainee. A first length of elastic joins the top portion to the bottom portion and gathers the top portion of the hood just below the eyes of the detainee.

Abstract: An ear fastener used in conjunction with an oral condom which protects the user from contracting sexually transmitted diseases while engaging in cunnilingus and anal sex. The ear fastener facilitates the clamping and releasing of the lateral end of the oral condom. The ear fastener has a front clamping portion, a rear engagement portion for partially engaging over and behind an ear of a user, and a cover hingeably connected to the front portion by a living hinge. The cover 28 can be hingeably opened or closed such that a central protruding pin aligns with and snaps in a central protruding socket provided on the proximal portion for securing and clamping the lateral end of the oral condom.

Abstract: A face shield assembly to protect the wearer from contaminants and airborne particles. The shield assembly includes a visor having a head-engaging band and a forwardly extending bill portion which, in the preferred embodiment, defines a light passing area which in the preferred form of the invention comprises a plurality of apertures. The band carries attachment means in the form of outwardly extending studs which engage arcuate slots and apertures in the transparent shield. The transparent shield is fabricated from a flexible plastic and in a use-position is spaced from the face of the wearer and extends above and below the visor for protection. The attachment means allow the visor to be pivoted upwardly to an out-of-the-way position when the headband is in place on the wearers head. The apertures also permit air circulation for the comfort of the wearer and to minimize fogging of the shield.

Abstract: A heat and fire resistant respiratory filtration mask is specially adapted for protecting firefighters in wildland/brush fire environments. The mask is fabricated of heat and fire resistant material and includes facilitated fasteners for attachment to the head and face of the user. A respiratory filtration pocket is provided for accommodation of a respiratory filtration element such as a fiber filter. The pocket has a closable slit for accessing the filter for removal and replacement. The mask includes openings for exhalation valves of filtration elements and openings for ventilation through the nose and mouth of the wearer. Alternatively, inhalation and exhalation orifices are provided to accommodate a canister-type filter, with a filter cartridge of the canister-type filter also functioning as a fastener to the mask. In a preferred embodiment the mask is elongated to provide heat and flame protection to the neck as well as the entire facial area below the eyes.

Abstract: This is an eye shield for babies undergoing phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. The part covering the eyes is a one piece protective mask in the shape shown. It is made from a three layered soft brushed nylon fabric. The attachment device is made from stretch gauze or knit material, gathered at the ends and attached to small Velcro tabs which in turn stick to the mask securing the gauze or knit material around the back of the head and the mask across the eyes as shown.

Abstract: A substantially flat, wearable cushion (10) that a baby carries behind the head. The cushion (10) comprises a substance having impact absorbency (18) that is covered by a wrapper (20). Its corners are rounded and its size is wide enough to surround the baby's head and shoulders and long enough to hold two shoulder straps (12). Shoulder straps (12) are stretchable to ease the baby's arms into the device. Cushion (10) is supported behind the baby's head without any elements that visually or physically protrude around or upon the baby's head. If the baby slips, its head, as well as its neck and shoulders, will fall against cushion (10).

Abstract: A head and neck protector including a flexible resilient back member sized to cover the back, shoulders and head of a child having a substantially smooth child contacting surface and constructed from a flexible mesh member surrounded by resilient foam and covered with a fabric covering; an adjustable torso strap assembly secured to the resilient back member; first and second adjustable shoulder straps; a removable sloped cushion member; and a cushion retaining strap forming a cushion retaining loop into which the sloped cushion member is inserted and held. In use, the back of a child is placed against the child contact surface and the straps secured about the child. The resilient flexible back support prevents rapid jerky movements that can cause back and neck injuries. In addition, the back support member and the sloped cushion member provide cushioning for the neck and head should the child fall backwards while attempting to sit or walk.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a light-weight disposable/detachable face shield for the protection of the eyes and face of wearers from accidental exposure to infectious, hazardous and undesirable substances. It is of particular interest in the protection of health care workers and professionals and laboratory personnel from accidental exposure to body fluids from infected patients. The shield is attachable to an unmodified, standard surgical mask. The shield comprises a fluid-impervious, transparent panel for protecting the eyes and face of the wearer, and a clip, attached to the panel, which reversibly engages the mask, thereby securely and reversibly holding the face shield to the mask.

Abstract: A thin, flexible shield for the mouth to protect against transmission of STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) during cunnilingus and oral-anal sex. A shield (32) is held over the mouth either alone or in a holder assembly (44) by mounting devices which retain the mask against the face of the user. The holder assembly (44) may consist of one or two rings (30U, 30L) interlocked with each other or with the shield to grip the shield.

Abstract: A BA-1 protection mask comprising a covering to fit against a face, under the eyes, so as to extend over the nose below the bridge, mouth, chin, jaw and cheeks up to the ears of an incarcerated individual. A facility in the covering is for allowing the incarcerated individual to breath freely. An assembly is for securing the covering to the face of the incarcerated individual, so as to prevent the incarcerated individual from biting and spitting, while the safety and health of police officers and other escorts thereabout will be maintained.

Abstract: A device for maintaining the sterility of a patient and supporting medical instruments during both invasive and non-invasive procedures, which device includes a generally L-shaped member having a base panel for fitting beneath a patient and a supporting surface such as an operating table, an upward-standing side or end panel extending from the base panel and provided with an open window for accessing the patient and a horizontally-oriented instrument platform extending from the end panel parallel to the base panel above the patient's head, neck and shoulders, for receiving and deploying a drape and/or instruments during surgery. Gussets may extend from each edge of the base panel along the end panel to the instrument platform to strengthen the instrument platform.

Abstract: A head mounted display system includes an eye shade with a central opaque portion to block out light in the central field of view of the user's eyes and transparent or semi-transparent side portions on either side of the central portion so as to maintain the user's side peripheral vision substantially free from obstruction. A shield may be mounted on the lower peripheral edge of the eye shade so as to block light, water spray and particles from entering the interior of the head mounted display system.

Abstract: A mask placeable over at least one respiratory organ of a user for blocking out unpleasant odors includes an air-permeable body having an inner surface, an outer surface, and a strap for securing the mask in place over the user's face. An air permeable scenting portion is secured to the inner surface of the body and, upon inhalation by the user, scents the otherwise foul smelling air drawn into the mask enclosure. Preferably, a plurality of scenting portions are provided, with each scenting portion representing a different desired scent. According to the several embodiments taught by the invention, the scenting portions are interchangeable to adjust the degree and variety of scent introduced.

Abstract: An improved immobilization device (10) for specific patients and body parts is provided which insures that a body part is immobilized and can be successively repositioned in the same location during successive treatments. The device (10) is thus particularly applicable for treatment such as radiation therapy where it is important to properly focus treating radiation on a particular locale from treatment-to-treatment. The device (10) preferably includes a frame assembly (16) adapted to rest upon a surface and which supports a preformed, shape-retaining material (12) presenting a concavity (14) substantially conforming with a selected body part to be immobilized. The device (10) when used for head immobilization, may also be provided with stabilizer (98) in the form of an adjustably positioned bite block (134). Hold-down straps (52, 54) can also be employed for further immobilization.

Abstract: A medical device immobilizes a patient's head and enables the patient to lie face down without turning the face to either side. A cushioned face-shaped frame has a rigid convex open mesh attached to it so that the patient's face is spaced apart from a support surface when the periphery of a patient's face lies against the cushioned frame. A transversely extending base having an adjustable height is connected to the frame by an interconnecting member having an adjustable length. The patient's chest overlies the base and therefore the face-receiving frame is held against movement when the device is in use. The effective height of the base and its distance from the frame are adjustable for the comfort of the patient.

Abstract: A transparent, flexible and deformable face shield that adaptably fits and conforms to the contours of the wearer's face to protect the wearer's eyes, contact lenses, face, etc. from hairspray products or other products containing contaminants. The face shield includes an inwardly projecting mouthpiece which is gripped between the wearer's teeth to hold the shield in sealing engagement over the wearer's face, leaving both of the wearer's hands free to perform hairstyling or other functions.

Abstract: The disposable face shield (10) protects the wearer against airborne particles and droplets possibly containing pathogens. The disposable face shield (10) includes a transparent plastic shield (12) and a cord (50) attached to the transparent plastic shield (12) for securing the shield about the wearer's face. A crescent-shaped foam member (20) is affixed to the transparent plastic shield (12) at an upper-central spot. The foam member further defines at least one gap between the foam member and the transparent plastic shield to provide ventilation. When not in use, the disposable face shield has a generally flat profile for ease of storage and packaging.

Abstract: A form of eye protection intended for use in protecting the eyes of a dental patient against foreign particles and contaminants basically includes a frame, a shield supported by the frame, and a strap for securing the frame in a desired position on a wearer's head. The eye protection device is structured and configured to conform to the contours of the wearer's nose and cheeks so as to form a contact seal between the eye protection device and the wearer's face. The eye protection device is further structured and configured to be angularly positionable relative to the wearer's face so as to remain spaced from the wearer's forehead and thus, preclude foreign particles and contaminants from entering the wearer's eyes.

Abstract: A face protector that includes a face mask and a transparent member, the transparent member can be adjustably positioned relative to the face of the wearer. The face mask includes fasteners for securing the mask to the face of the wearer, and the transparent member is affixed to the face mask by a structure that allows the transparent member to be positioned at a plurality of distances from the mask.

Abstract: A clear plastic visor (16) is secured to a mask (12) which is removably attachable to the face of a wearer. The visor (16) is secured to the mask (12) at bond areas (48, 50) on opposite ends of the mask (12). The visor (16) is provided with a notched keyhole (20) to allow the visor (16) to conform to contours of the face of the wearer and to prevent creasing thereof. The visor (16) is generally positioned on the mask (12) so that approximately 1/3 of the visor's depth (D) covers the mask (12). A darkened strip (22) may be added to the top edge of the mask (12) to further reduce the likelihood of glare and reflections.

Abstract: A drapery shield (10) for preventing cautery burns to the skin of a patient about the area to be cauterized has a first or upper layer (12) which is formed from a fire-retardant material and a second or underdrape layer (14) which is formed from a non-porous material. The two layers are bonded to each other, such as by sonic welding or the like. An adhesive tape (15) or similar material is used to removably adhere the shield to the skin of a patient about the area to be cauterized. The fire-retardant material prevents cautery burns or the like to the patient.

Abstract: There is disclosed a patient immobilization system for repeated use in imaging and radiation therapy of a patient, the system comprising an immobilization plate, side rails mounted on the plate with mask studs outwardly projecting therefrom engaging a thermoplastic immobilization mask with at least two anchor bars holding the mask on said studs, wherein the improvement comprises a relatively rigid plastic arch having two ventricle leg portions and an apex, the lower ends of each of the leg portions being mounted on a respective one of the anchor bars; a flap of material outwardly projecting from the mask to a point adjacent the arch; a fixation member for mounting the outwardly projecting flap of material to the arch whereby the mask can be tightly held between the bars and the side rails on the studs and at a third point to the arch. Contrast material is provided at the apex of the arch and in each of the leg portions such that the x, y, and z axes can be shown in three-dimensional images of the patient.

Abstract: A protective shield is provided for secure mounting on a headlight assembly that is to be supported on the head of a user. The shield is formed of a thin sheet of flexible plastic with a mounting means that is integral with the sheet and including a flexible portion, such as a loop and an aperture. The loop bends into engagement with the top of the housing of the headlight assembly, whereas the aperture fits over the front lens where the light is projected. Tab fasteners on curved wings connected to the upper corners of the shield provide a curl to accommodate the face curvature. In an alternative embodiment for covering only the headlight, a similar mounting arrangement is provided, except at the bottom of the flexible sheet an open loop engages the housing.