Abstract: Device for fulfilling sex ?cf comprising ? prosthesis placed, at least partially, around the male-member, at the base thereof, characterized by comprising means for retaining in place said prosthesis around the member, and in that said prosthesis is inflatable.

Abstract: A constriction device (100) for a male organ (170) of a user comprising: a substantially portable base (110); at least two bands (140, 150), each comprising of an elastic central ring (141, 151) tightly adjustable onto said base; each elastic central ring (141, 151) tightly encircling male organ (170) upon releasing the corresponding band (140, 150) from base (110), thereby substantially avoiding back-flow of blood out of the male organ (170) and therefore improving erection of male organ (170).

Abstract: To use a loose-fitting condom, a penis or prosthesis is covered loosely with a condom having a loose-fitting portion. The loose-fitting portion is twisted so that the loose-fitting portion closely covers the penis or prosthesis. The loose-fitting portion is then secured in the twisted state. An external penile prosthesis is provided, which includes a generally tubular body portion and a head portion. The head portion can be rotatable about the central axis of the body portion or include a plurality of flaps swingably attached to the body portion for adjusting an opening between the flaps. Further provided is a combination of the prosthesis and a loose-fitting condom. The condom has a flexible sheath which has a loose-fitting portion sized for loosely covering a penis or the prosthesis. The combination may further include a holder for holding the loose-fitting condom in a twisted position.

Abstract: A harness for stretching the penis, includes a belt for encircling the waist of the user, with a fastening mechanism secured to a rear part of the belt. A first tractive means applies tractive forces at the base of the penis of a user of the harness, and is secured to the belt via the fastening mechanism. A second tractive means applies tractive forces at the edge of the head of the penis of a user of the harness, and is also secured to the belt via the fastening mechanism. The first tractive means and the second tractive means apply a stretching force to the penis of the user of the harness.

Abstract: Device for determining the relative position of two or more catheters in the human body, there being disposed on each catheter (4, 5), preferably in the area of the catheter tip, at least one measuring electrode (ME1-ME8; ME9, ME10) which can be connected to a voltage source together with one or more measuring electrodes of a further catheter, wherein the resistance between the measuring electrodes, and hence the distance of the measuring electrodes, can be determined via a current measurement.

Abstract: A penis erection stabilizer wherein a through-hole is defined through a center portion of a stabilizer body having a cylindrical configuration so that the penis can be inserted through the through-hole, and a small diameter portion having a diameter less than that of the through-hole is formed at a front end of the through-hole. According to the present invention, advantages are conferred in that the penis erection stabilizer has a single body and a small diameter portion is formed at the front end of a through-hole so that the blood can be easily supplied to the penis and the discharge of the blood from the penis can be maximally retarded, thereby maintaining the erected state of the penis for a time sufficient for the completion of the sexual act.

Abstract: A penis rigidity stabilizer and method therefore capable of being placed about the shaft of a penis while allowing the glans of the penis to remain exposed and capable of achieving and maintaining a rigid state and capable of maintaining its position about the shaft of the penis and being inherently rigid during sexual activity.

Abstract: The invention refers to a therapeutic device used on or in interaction with a penile organ of a human, and more particularly to a C-shaped male genital device made of durable resilient material, easy to attach and clean, which promotes an increase in the penis size when erected, enhancing the user's sexual experience and providing a therapeutic magnetic field.

Abstract: A closed ringed structure having an arch segment embedded within is demonstrated for promoting and/or enhancing erectile function. It is for external placement on the shaft of a user's penis, including a closed, hollow tube of relatively elastic material forming a ring, the hollow tube completely encircles the shaft of a user's penis when placed on the user's penis, or completely encircles the shaft of the user's penis and the user's scrotum and testicles; and contains a filled arch segment within the hollow tube, for providing compression of the dorsal vein of the user's penis, where the outer diameter of the arch segment is of a smaller diameter than an outer diameter of the hollow tube.

Abstract: An anatomical device comprising an unclosed curvilinear frame with distal ends, forming an aperture for receiving a penis. The unclosed curvilinear frame is made of a material with shape memory effect, thus forming a compressing element set to memorize the shape of the curvilinear figure repeating the external contour of a penis base in erected state. The area of the setting shape is by 30-50% less than that of the cross-section of penis base at maximum erection. An anatomical device built as a closed curvilinear frame, containing an unclosed curvilinear frame with connected distal ends, forming an aperture for receiving a penis. The unclosed curvilinear frame is made of a material with shape memory effect, thus forming a compressing element that is set to memorize the shape of the curvilinear figure repeating the external contour of a penis base in erected state. The area of the setting shape is by 30-50% less than that of the cross-section of penis base at maximum erection.

Abstract: A male urinary incontinence control device comprising dorsal and ventral arms is presented. The dorsal clamping portion is configured for engaging a dorsal surface of a user's penis. The ventral clamping portion is configured for engaging a ventral surface of a user's penis. The device also comprises an adjustable hinge connecting the hinge end of the dorsal arm clamping portion to the hinge end of the ventral arm clamping portion. The adjustable hinge comprises a pivot fixed to one of the ventral and dorsal arms and about which the other of the ventral and dorsal arms can be selectively rotated between a closed position wherein the dorsal arm clamping portion is in opposition with the ventral arm clamping portion and an open position. The location of the pivot relative to the other of the ventral and dorsal arms is selectively adjustable to establish a desired spacing between the ventral and dorsal arms when in the closed position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for treating erectile dysfunction. One of the causes of erectile dysfunction is venous leakage, where one or more veins carrying the blood from the penis are unable to retain sufficient blood within the penis to maintain erection. Embodiments of the present invention propose implanting contractile tissue sphincters around the base of the penis and/or around one or more veins, and stimulating the contractile tissue to contract when an erection is required to be maintained. Stimulation is provided by an implantable stimulator.

Abstract: The Therapeutic Vibrator is a small barrel-shaped container housing a motor and at least one battery for the electric power source. The Therapeutic Vibrator is typically activated by an on/off switch or push-button at one end of the barrel, and when activated, the barrel will vibrate delivering massage to a specific body part. The barrel may comprise two halves that fasten together having recesses and cavities for battery (typically button-cell type), motor, switch wiring, etc. The barrel may then be contained within an appropriate vibrator body made from a material that is soft to the touch. The Therapeutic Vibrator may be used in a sex toy or in any other appropriate massaging device, such as small massagers for hands or faces.

Abstract: A sexual stimulation device (1) comprises a casing (2) with a vibrator unit disposed therein, the vibrator unit including an electric motor with an eccentric mass mounted on its output shaft. A connection loop (5) is integrally attached to the casing for connecting the device to the penis. A resiliently depressible button (3) is provided for switching the device on and off. A switch of the vibrator unit is bi stable so that the device is turned on and off by pressing the button (3) in the same direction.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel method of using an elastic band comprising a tubular member constructed in the form of a closed loop, to restrict the flow of blood to the corpora cavernosa, resulting in occlusion of the dorsal veins in the penis and allowing blood to be trapped in the corpus cavernosum to enhance sexual performance and treat erectile dysfunction.

Abstract: The erogenic stimulator includes a first resilient end region (phallic) extending from a base and a second resilient bulbous end region extending therefrom. The bulbous end is connected via a reduced diameter neck to the base. The base and first and second ends form a truncated substantially U-shaped stimulator. A concave suction element is formed on the base in the curved portion of the U-shape. A passageway may be included from the concave suction element through the base into which may be inserted either a plug or a vibratory element. The plug/vibratory element closes the base end of the passageway thereby permitting expansion and contraction of the passageway dependent upon a predetermined condition at the suction opening of the passageway. If the suction element contacts the skin or an erogenous region and blocks the passageway, the rocking stimulator suctions and evacuates, alternatively, air through the suction opening of the passageway.

Abstract: A male sexual impotence treatment apparatus comprises an adjustable non-inflatable restriction device (434) implanted in a male impotent patient. The restriction device directly engages a portion of the normal penile tissue of the patient, such as both of the corpora cavernosa as a single unit or one or more of the exit veins from the penis, to affect the blood flow leaving the penis. An adjustment device (436) mechanically adjusts the restriction device to temporarily restrict the blood flow leaving the penis when the patient wishes to achieve erection.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for treating erectile dysfunction by using controlled intermittent pressure cycles in synchronization with the heart beat. The apparatus comprises two boots, one encircling a patient's leg, and the other encircling the patient's penis. A pneumatic system including the pneumatic apparatus also comprises a heart monitor for recording and/or displaying the patient's heart beat and initiating the deflation and inflation of the boots at the appropriate times. The system may also include a valve assembly for controlling the flow of air into the pneumatic apparatus.

Abstract: To control the erection of a penis 10, the male sex organ, as desired, an electromagnetic valve 18 is connected to a penile vein 17 of the penis 10, the male sex organ, and ON-OFF control of this electromagnetic valve 18 is performed by a control unit 42 embedded in the body in the vicinity of the penis 10. When an external signal is supplied by a commander 54, the control unit 42 closes the electromagnetic valve 18, suppresses outflow of blood from the spongy body 21, 22, and thereby maintains the erection state of the penis 10.

Abstract: A vibrating condom ring includes a motive element, a power supply element, multiple conduction elements, a switch element, and a control element. The switch element controls the operation of the control element; the control element is electrically connected to the motive element and the power supply element respectively through the conductive element; and the control element is capable of controlling the vibrating frequency and model for the user may control the vibrating frequency and model of the vibrating condom ring by means of the switch element to increase sex pleasure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable sphincter training tool in that the general male can wear on his body and naturally exercise his sphincter at recess or in the course of daily life, whereby improving physically and spiritually in vitality and confidence. The portable sphincter training tool comprises a penis induction pipe for receiving a penis; an adhesive plate coupled to the penis induction pipe, adhered to an user's body during wear and having a vacuum pump for making the penis induction pipe vacuous; and a sphincter tension necklace coupled to one side of the adhesive plate and hanged on an user's neck in order to stably adhere the penis induction pipe to the adhesive plate and apply a tension to the sphincter according to a predetermined movement during adhesion; wherein an insertion portion of the penis induction pipe is bent inward in such a manner that the penis is stably received upward.

Abstract: A male sexual impotence treatment apparatus comprises an adjustable non-inflatable restriction device (434) implanted in a male impotent patient. The restriction device directly engages a portion of the normal penile tissue of the patient, such as both of the corpora cavernosa as a single unit or one or more of the exit veins from the penis, to affect the blood flow leaving the penis. An adjustment device (436) mechanically adjusts the restriction device to temporarily restrict the blood flow leaving the penis when the patient wishes to achieve erection.

Abstract: A constriction device (100) for a male organ (170) of a user comprising: a substantially portable base (110); at least two bands (140, 150), each comprising of an elastic central ring (141, 151) tightly adjustable onto said base; each elastic central ring (141, 151) tightly encircling male organ (170) upon releasing the corresponding band (140, 150) from base (110), thereby substantially avoiding back-flow of blood out of the male organ (170) and therefore improving erection of male organ (170).

Abstract: A restrictor for relieving the symptoms of erectile dysfunction by applying pressure to the corpora cavernosa. The restrictor includes a visual gauge for signaling a purchaser of adequate fit and/or potential overuse. The restrictor includes a surface treatment that changes temperature with color. The restrictor may be a rigid metal ring having a thermochromic surface treatment, such as a layer of liquid crystals covered with transparent glass or plastic. The restrictor may also be a flexible band wrapped in or made from a material dyed with a leuco dye or a dye including microencapsulated liquid crystals in suspension. The color change indicated by the thermochromic surface treatment indicates adequate fit and/or potential overuse.

Abstract: A penis retractor for use in retracting a patient's penis from an area of the patient's anatomy includes a tether forming a penis engaging loop together with one or more attachment pads which are secured to the patient's upper abdomen. In some embodiments, a cooperating abdominal belt encircles the patient's torso and provides attachment for the attachment pad or pads of the retractor.

Abstract: A device 10 for use in the treatment of erectile dysfunction or for penile exercise includes an elongate vessel 12 defining a vacuum chamber 16. The vessel 12 has at one end thereof a mouth opening 18 leading into the vacuum chamber 12. The vacuum chamber 16 is shaped and dimensioned to receive a penis. The device 10 further includes a valve arrangement 14 positioned at or towards the other end of the vessel 12. The valve arrangement 14 incorporates both a non-return valve 34 to permit air to be extracted from and a vacuum to be drawn in the vacuum chamber 16, and a selectively operable vacuum relief valve.

Abstract: A prosthesis for male sexual aid comprises a semi-rigid sleeve of thermoplastic material and two straps of elastomeric material. The sleeve has a cutout along its whole length and shaped outside in three portions: a head, a shaft, and a base. A base portion is slanted about the cutout toward the shaft portion. The first strap is secured by both ends to the base portion of the sleeve in a location that is opposite to the cutout. The second strap is an O-ring and secured to the shaft portion of the sleeve embracing the last. In usage, a penis is inserted into the sleeve, the first strap is pulled under the scrotum, the second strap holds the penis inside the sleeve. The first strap being under a fulcrum of rotation of the prosthesis will pull it into a “flaccid” position doing it invisible to an observer when a user is dressed. A moment before a sexual intercourse the user give lift to the prosthesis by his hand.

Abstract: Male prosthesis and stimulators enhance stimulation during intercourse. Male prostheses and stimulators add to the friction and stimulation of the penis and vaginal walls by increasing the penis's girth and by the use of a filling within the male prosthesis and stimulator. A hollow tube which is arctuate in shape encloses a filling. The hollow tube is sufficiently flexible so that it can be rolled along its circumference to facilitate application to and removal from the shaft of the penis. A ridge is attached to the outer surface of the tube to optionally receive the O-ring of a condom. The movement of the filling against the penis enhances the male participant's pleasure. The added penis girth, as well as the movement of the filling within the male prosthesis and stimulator, is appealing to the female participant. The male prosthesis and stimulator may be packaged in a sealed package or sealed container.

Abstract: A marital aid kit comprising a plurality of semi-rigid penile extensions of varying sizes, a retainer harness attached to the penile extension to keep said penile extension in place on the male body and a sizing chart to assist the user in selecting the appropriate size penile extension for proper fit. The penile extension is constructed from a molded silicone resin and is hollow. The retainer harness contains adjustable straps to ensure proper and snug fit on the user's body. The sizing chart utilizes penis length and girth to determine appropriate size.

Abstract: A multiple-electrode catheter assembly includes a hollow catheter having an internal elongated channel and a flexible distal portion. A number of electrodes are spaced along the flexible distal portion. An inner element, slidingly engaged within the elongated channel, has a steering mechanism configured for selectively deflecting a steerable distal portion of the inner element. According to additional, or alternative, features, the inner element includes sliding contacts for forming electrical connections with the electrodes, and displaceable locating elements for determining the position of an electrode during operation. Also provided is a method for operating such a catheter.

Abstract: A gold band 2 having a length as normally required and a width as normally required is flexible to be freely bent inward to form an oval ring of dimensions as normally required to oppress the root part of the inserted penis enlarged by erection, overlapping portions 6 are prepared at the two ends of said gold band to be overlapped to form said ring, and patterned protrusions 3 for oppressing the urogenital canal &ggr; in the root part &agr;′ of the erected penis &agr; enlarged by erection are provided over a specified area at the entry of the inner surface of said gold band.

Abstract: A penis erection assistant ring including a ring body having an outer circumferential face, an inner circumferential face and two end faces. The outer circumferential face has a predetermined conicity. Adjoining sections between the inner and outer circumferential faces and the two end faces are formed with smooth guiding angles. The ring body is composed of two half-rings pivotally connected with each other. One end of each of the half-rings opposite to the pivoted end is provided with a latch structure, whereby the two half-rings are detachably latched with each other to form the ring body.

Abstract: A device for preventing or reducing premature ejaculation in men comprises a ring, which fits around the penis with a triangular shaped desensitizing strip which is held against the penis and which has a beaded surface in contact with the penis. The device is worn and results in desensitization.

Abstract: A pump assembly for a penile implant is provided having a mechanism which prevents spontaneous inflation of the cylinders implanted within the patient. The pump assembly has an actuating bar with ribs to enhance the spring force applied to a flow valve, a support structure to support and appropriately position the actuating bar, and a check valve made of metal with a segment covered with a plastic material. The preventative mechanism uses overpressure generated by the reservoir during unintentional compression to effectively seal the cylinders from unintended fluid flow. The prevention mechanism itself creates all necessary forces to prevent the undesired fluid flow to the cylinders. This is accomplished by incorporating appropriate mechanisms within the pump itself.

Abstract: A penis erection stabilizer adapted for mounting on the base of a male penis. The penis stabilizer is designed to apply harmless pressure around the circumference of the penis base. The stabilizer helps trap a blood supply in the penis for creating and maintaining a bigger, longer lasting natural erection during sexual intercourse. The stabilizer includes an outer ring, a concentric smaller inner ring and a latex sheath. The latex sheath connects the two rings. The outer ring and smaller inner ring are also made of latex. One end of the sheath is attached to an inner circumference of the outer ring. An opposite end of the sheath is attached to an inner circumference of the inner ring. In operation, the user of the stabilizer removes the item from an air tight package. The outer and inner ring are then stretched over the head of the penis and along the length of the penis.

Abstract: A penile erection enhancing and sustaining device is for assisting in obtaining and maintaining an erection for men suffering with ED. This inexpensive constrictor can be quickly applied, easily adjusted and instantaneously released when desired. It is used to restrain the flow of blood from the penis during copulation. A Velcro® hook and loop fastener of sufficient length attached on opposite ends of a broad rubber strip adapts the constrictor to varying penis sizes. The broadness of the constrictor avoids the localized pressure caused by narrow rings and compresses and decreases the interior volume of erectile tissue within the penis thus increasing the pressure of the available blood. The preferred positioning the broad rubber strip is to encircle the penis at its base between the testicle and the body providing firm positioning and makes it relatively inconspicuous and unlikely to come in contact with the partner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-invasive penile erection device having a constrictor ring designed to fit against the base of a male genital or penis, and a diaphragm seal that forms a substantially air tight seal against the constrictor ring. The constrictor ring is designed to comfortably and securely fit the base of the penis. The substantially air tight seal enables the pump to produce vacuum pressures of over 17 inches of mercury. The diaphragm seal is designed to collapse around the constrictor ring and remain on during sexual activity. The diaphragm seal cooperates with the constrictor ring to apply pressure to the surface of the penis. The placement of the constrictor ring on the base of the penis and the greater vacuum pressure achieved by the device tend to draw the root or “oz” of the penis into the constrictor ring so that a more natural erection is achieved and maintained after the vacuum tube is removed.

Abstract: This invention relates to the destruction of pathological volumes or target structures such as cancerous tumors or aberrant functional target tissue volumes by direct thermal destruction. In the case of a tumor, the destruction is implemented in one embodiment of the invention by percutaneous insertion of one or more radiofrequency probes into the tumor and raising the temperature of the tumor volume by connection of these probes to a radiofrequency generator outside of the body so that the isotherm of tissue destruction enshrouds the tumor. The ablation isotherm may be predetermined and graded by proper choice of electrode geometry and radiofrequency (rf) power applied to the electrode with or without temperature monitoring of the ablation process. Preplanning of the rf electrode insertion can be done by imaging of the tumor by various imaging modalities and selecting the appropriate electrode tip size and temperature to satisfactorily destroy the tumor volume.

Abstract: A system for controlling a plurality of ophthalmic microsurgical instruments connected thereto. The microsurgical instruments are for use by a user such as a surgeon in performing ophthalmic surgical procedures. The system includes a data communications bus and a user interface connected to the data communications bus. The user interface provides information to the user and receives information from the user which is representative of operating parameters of the microsurgical instruments. The system also includes surgical modules connected to and controlling the microsurgical instruments as a function of at least one of the operating parameters. The surgical modules are also connected to the data communications bus. The data communications bus provides communication of data representative of the operating parameters between the user interface and the surgical modules.

Abstract: An invasive probe apparatus includes a flexible, elongate probe having a distal end for insertion into the patient's body, first and second position sensors in a fixed, known relation to the distal end for generating signals responsive to their respective position coordinates and at least one contact sensor along a radial surface of the probe for generating a signal representing its contact with body tissue to be ablated by electrodes on the probe.

Abstract: A urethral occlusion device having a very malleable, flexible, deformable polymer occlusion band which may be easily wrapped about the exterior of the penis to provide sufficient pressure to prevent urine flow, but without restricting blood circulation. The occlusion band includes a silicone rubber shell with silicone gel liner surfaces which provide a washable, reusable, skin-sensitive bond when wrapped, and allow the band to be tightened to the patient's desired degree of compression. A plurality of pliant, deformable ribs are positioned on the occlusion band and oriented along the underside of the penis to mildly stretch the urethra to an occluded position.

Abstract: A sexual aid device that encircles the base of the penis. The device may be constructed as a single ring, or as a set of rings that can be used together in various conformations. The device includes a size adjustment means that allows the user to vary the size of the central through hole so that a user of the device is always ensured of a proper fit. The device may also include an extension means to directly stimulate the female's clitoral region. Alternatively, the device may be formed with an oval shape as opposed to a round shape to achieve the objective of direct stimulation of the clitoris.

Abstract: An improved penile tube and removal guide for use in a vacuum therapy system for achieving and maintaining an erection. The penile tube has an open, tapered end into which the penis is inserted and a stop ring positioned along the penile tube toward the tapered end. The removal guide has a stepped inner surface having a larger diameter portion and a smaller diameter portion which are concentrically located along the axis of the removal guide. The removal guide is mounted circumferentially on the penile tube and freely slides along the longitudinal axis of penile tube away from the tapered end of the penile tube until an inner flange of the smaller diameter portion engages the stop ring. The penile tube, stop ring, and stepped removal guide facilitate the placement of a configuration ring upon a penis while maintaining a vacuum in the penile tube. A mounting cone having a conical portion facilitates sliding the constriction ring onto the transfer sleeve of the penile tube.

Abstract: A device for creating and maintaining a rigid erection of a penis comprising a body having a substantially non-contracting width and being adapted for disposition around the penis and first and second terminals attached to the body and being adapted for wrapping around the penis and interlocking with each other; and a method of creating and sustaining a penile erection comprising the steps of supplying a body having a substantially non-contracting width and terminals, placing the body around the penis, wrapping the terminals around the penis, and interconnecting the terminals tight enough so as to prevent blood from exiting the penis.

Abstract: An electrode support structure has a slotted hub and an integral body with a mid-section and opposed pair of spline elements that extend from the mid-section. The mid-section is captured within the slot, securing the integral body to the hub with the opposed spline elements radiating free of the slot for carrying one or more electrodes.

Abstract: An axial elongated main body of a container with flexible material has a filler member of soft and more resilient material filled and fixed in the main body of the container. A penis insertion part is arranged at a substantial central part of the filler member and lubricant agent is coated at the penis insertion part. The penis insertion part has a narrow insertion part and a slack insertion part. The narrow insertion part is provided with a plurality of projections. The massage device so constructed is operated such that a lid, if this is set at the device, is taken off of the device and if the lid is not set at the device, a packaging bag is broken and then lubricant agent is coated on the penis insertion part. Or if the device is coated in advance with lubricant agent, the device may be used as it is.

Abstract: A venous flow control device is provided for assisting in the maintenance of a penile erection or in preventing urinary incontinence. The device is a tubular structure adapted to be secured in a loop configuration about the penis to provide an adjustable radial constrictive force about the base of the penis. Methods for using the device are also provided.

Abstract: A male sex aid device is disclosed. Such device includes a first sheet of a flexible material having a length and a width and a thickness to thereby form side edges and end edges. A second sheet of a flexible material having a length and a width and a thickness to thereby form side edges and end edges is also provided. The sheet material is shaped and coupled to form a tube of a plurality of inflatable pillows of similar configuration. A filler valve is formed in the exterior surface of each pillow whereby when the plurality of pillows are inflated through the filler valve, there will be formed a small opening along the length of the tube for the receipt of a penis.

Abstract: A disposable penile erection enhancing constriction device comprising a split ring having a releasable fastening means for adjusting the constrictive effect of said device on the superficial veins around the base of the human penile organ. Said device can be provided in plurality of sizes to accommodate the wide variation in the sizes of the human penile organ.

Abstract: A gauge strip of flexible material having distal and proximal end portions has a cursor slot in its proximal end portion with graduation marks and penile constriction ring size indicia between the end portions for the distal end of the strip to be passed through the cursor slot to form a loop that is pulled tight on the penis for the cursor slot to coincide with an elastic ring size indicia that is read to select a ring or vacuum tube penis entry opening of the appropriate percentage of the penis size for developing an erection by vacuum exposure, maintaining an erection with the ring, or using the ring as a condom retainer.