Abstract: An exercise and massage apparatus has a pair of elongate handles, each of the handles providing a curved distal end and a plurality of interchangeable massage heads. Each of the massage heads includes a massage plate supporting plural massage fingers. The massage plate is in face-to-face contact with a handle plate supporting the handles. A releasable engagement means enables the plates to be mutually secured and released so the handles are able to control the massage fingers with the massage fingers forming an acute angle with the handles whereby the massage fingers are positionable in contact with a user's back with the handles manipulated from over the user's shoulders.

Abstract: A massage tool is provided, which allows the more effective application of force, by providing a handle, which when gripped by a hand results in an axis along which force is applied that is more closely in line with the arm of the person applying the force. This allows a greater number of muscle groupings to produce and/or more effectively contribute to the generation and application of localized pressure to the intended recipient of the therapy.

Abstract: A therapeutic ball comprises an outer surface having a plurality of projections thereon, and an inner portion comprising a material selected for its ability to retain heat.

Abstract: A massage tool for use in performing an ice massage including an anchor extending from the bottom of a base for extending into a mold for receiving a block of ice. The massage tool includes a handle by which the tool can be manipulated, which provides thermal isolation from the ice attached to the tool. The tool is weighted to reduce the amount of additional force needed to apply the desired pressure during the massage, thereby reducing hand and muscle fatigue of the therapist providing the massage.

Abstract: A kit of a wraparoundable massage sheet with a plurality of massage protrusions on one side thereof and a self-standing container for use as a massage tool in combination with the massage sheet, the massage sheet having a size and thickness suitable for allowing the massage sheet to be wrapped around said container, the massage protrusions distributed in an area great enough to, when gripped, permit the palm and fingers of a human body to make simultaneous contact with the massage protrusions, the massage protrusions so sized, shaped and arranged that they can apply massage pressure to a multiplicity of discrete, adjoining points of the human body as the container is pressed or tapped against the human body.

Abstract: A hand held massaging tool having a disc with a crowned upper surface which is adapted to fit in the palm of the hand of a user and a plurality of downwardly projecting tissue engaging projections, for engaging skin or muscle tissue of an animal or human being massaged. The projections are located around the periphery of the disc and are spaced apart from one another by recesses. Each of the projections also have sockets for receiving the fingers or thumb of a user. The fingers or thumb can also extend into the recesses for grasping of the massaging apparatus.

Abstract: A folding collapsible massaging bar is constructed to include an operation bar, a bar of fulcrum, an extension bar, and a beater bar respectively pivoted to one another in series in such a manner that the operation bar and the bar of fulcrum define an obtuse angle, the bar of fulcrum and the extension bar define a right angle, and the extension bar and the beater bar define an acute angle when the folding collapsible massaging bar extended out.

Abstract: A vibrator assembly comprises a control handle, a vibrator body, and an adaptor coupling. The adaptor coupling is adapted to interconnect the control handle and the vibrator body. The control handle and the vibrator body are not designed for direct interconnection to each other. Thus, the adaptor coupling enhances the versatility of the control handle and the vibrator body by allowing them to be used together. By employing a set of adaptor couplings, the control handle can be used with a set of vibrator bodies of different size or shape, with adaptor coupling being selectively useable to interconnect the control handle to the vibrator bodies on an interchangeable basis.

Abstract: A hub assembly for simultaneously mounting one or two vibrating devices has a central body portion, a first end portion adapted to removably connect to a first vibrating device, and a second end portion adapted to removably connect to a second vibrating device. The central portion has a control system for controlling power and function to the first and second vibrating devices mounted on the first and second end portions, a power level/function indicator display, and may have a power source adapted to provide power to both vibrating devices.

Abstract: A hand-held massage knob incorporating a design that provides ergonomic benefits for the massage technician without compromising his/her ability to deliver an effective message is disclosed herein. The present invention generally comprises a coarse, granular material contained within a flexible bladder. The flexible bladder allows the shape of the present invention to be changed as required during the administration of a massage. The message knob may also be varied in size to accommodate a wide variety of technician hand sizes and client body sizes. The present invention is fabricated of materials providing the appropriate degree of durability/longevity required by the nature of its use, and its design is simple and straightforward allowing it to be economically manufactured and sold.

Abstract: A massage device for creating a massaging action. The massage device may include at least two massaging projections mounted in relation to a flexible fluid supply conduit, such as a shower hose. The device may include a chamber for containing an impeller, and the fluid supply conduit may include an outlet for fluid to contact the impeller and cause the impeller to rotate. At least one weight is disposed in the head and is coupled to the impeller eccentric to a rotational axis of the impeller for moving the projection in an oscillatory motion, which creates the massaging action. The head may be supplied on a handle, or along the fluid supply conduit.

Abstract: A hemorrhoid message device has a shaft with a first end section, a middle section and a narrow section. The middle section is positioned between the first end section and the narrow section. The narrow section has a concavity extending around the diameter of the shaft. The narrow section has a first end separated from a second end by between one-half inch and three-quarters inch diameters of the first end and the second end of the narrow section are equal. The shaft has a length between one and a half inches and four inches. The middle section can be of straight cylindrical, concave or convex shape.

Abstract: An apparatus for massaging hemorrhoids through the contraction of a human sphincter including a head having a size suitable for fitting into a human rectum and through the sphincter and a resistor connected to an end of the head. The head has a bulbous portion and a tapered section extending from the bulbous portion. The tapered section narrows in diameter from the bulbous portion. The resistor has a tapered surface in which the average taper widens from the end of the head to a wide portion of the resistor. A tail is connected to an opposite end of the resistor. A portion of the tapered section of the head has a diameter equal a diameter of a widening tapered surface of the tail as separated by the length of the sphincter.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a fitness stick and particularly to a fitness stick with a sheath and a moxibustion instrument, comprising a flapping bat, a sheath and a moxibustion instrument, having many protuberances on the surface of sheath for massaging, the moxibustion instrument is assembled inside the handle of the flapping bat with a separable spring coil and could be separated from the stick for isolated use with both functions of moxibustion and massage.

Abstract: A method for restoring speech functions in patients having various forms of dysarthria by way of successively carrying out the cosmetic massage of the face, the point massage of biologically active points of the face, cervical-collar region, arms and articulation organs, articulation-mimic gymnastics followed by voice exercises. The point massage is carried out by successively pressing, pricking, stroking for 1-5 seconds 3-5 times for 3-5 points, by sequentially alternating same and by adding 1-2 points. Pair points are massaged with two probes simultaneously. Dysarthria probes for carrying out a method for restoring speech functions by way of exerting a reflex action on the patient's biologically active points, which comprise a rod and an operating part whose configuration is varied in relation to the patient's clinical profile, for example, in the form of a ball, a sphere, an oval, a two-prong unit or a three-prong unit.

Abstract: A J-shaped vibrating massager and method for manufacture thereof. The J-shaped massager may consist of a J-shaped tubular rod, a head, one or more handles, vibratory sources, and vibratory controls. Generally, the J-shaped tubular rod may also consist of a J-hook and a barrel. Typically, the head is located at the end of the J-hook opposite the barrel, while the vibratory source may be mounted in the head or anywhere along the length of the J-shaped tubular rod. The vibratory source induces vibrations in one or more portions of the J-shaped tubular rod, generally including the head. The vibrations massage surfaces in contact with the invention. Because the invention is generally J-shaped, a user may reach his or her own back with the head of the J-shaped massager in order to give himself a back massage. The invention may include a variety of tips having different sizes, materials, and shapes.

Abstract: Cleaning brush with water-maintaining effect, including: a resilient main body having a neck section, a first expanding section formed on upper side of the neck section and a second expanding section formed on lower side of the neck section; and a fitting member made of water-absorbent material and having an opening. The fitting member is fitted around the first expanding section to tightly enclose a predetermined portion of the first expanding section. The water-absorbent fitting member is able to maintain the water contained in the first expanding section and the fitting member. The cleaning brush is designed with various patterns and also has massaging effect.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a massage device that includes a plurality of flexible fingers that are splayed outward. Each finger is resilient and provides stimulation pressure to a body area or part.

Abstract: Massaging patting bar including a massaging roller and a grip body. The massaging roller via a pin member is rotatably connected with one end of the grip body. The other end of the grip body is connected with a massaging ball bottle or a patting member. The circumference of the roller is formed with multiple massaging thorns or tenons which are spirally arranged about the axis of the roller. When the roller is pressed against a massaged part and rotated back and forth, the massaging thorns or tenons evenly press and massage the massaged part. The massaging ball bottle and the patting member provide various massaging effects.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a fitness stick and particularly to a fitness stick with a sheath and a moxibustion instrument, comprising a flapping bat, a sheath and a moxibustion instrument, having many protuberances on the surface of sheath for massaging, the moxibustion instrument is assembled inside the handle of the flapping bat with a separable spring coil and could be separated from the stick for isolated use with both functions of moxibustion and massage.

Abstract: A method for performing trigger point therapy using a massage device having a spherical ball with an array of pliable nodes that project axially from the surface of the ball. The massage device can be manipulated by the user or a second person. Effective manipulation to the user's back and neck are achieved when the user places the device between himself and a rigid surface and rolls the ball at a trigger point location.

Abstract: A bathing massage device comprises massage balls, an elastic body, and a knitted body. A groove is annularly disposed on each of the massage balls. The elastic body can be cut into a specific shape. Several circular holes can be freely disposed in the elastic body. After the massage balls are fixedly assembled in the circular holes with the grooves, the knitted body sheathes the elastic body and is then sewed closed. The shape of the knitted body corresponds to that of the elastic body. The bathing massage device has the advantages of simple assembly, diversified shapes, and convenient use.

Abstract: A device to facilitate interpersonal stimulation pursuant to the practice of cunnilingus during sexual foreplay includes two main portions, (a) a generally egg shaped or other arcuately or oval shaped surfaced section, (b) a generally half conical shaped trough section attached to the arcuately shaped surfaced section at the small end of the trough shaped section arranged to accommodate the tongue of one party in the (b) section when the (a) section is inserted in a body orifice. A crosspiece at the outer end of the trough enables the chin of one party to urge the (a) end of the device deeper into a body orifice.

Abstract: A massage and tactile stimulation device in the nature of a hand covering such as a mitt, mitten, or glove (10, 20)) to be worn on the hand of a masseur, therapist, or user (recipient) preferably in the embodiment of a glove (10). The device having one or more predetermined prominent projections (12, 18, 22, 24) with or without friction areas (14, 16). Both projections (12, 18, 22, 24) and friction areas (14, 16) may be of various shapes, sizes, colors, forms, and textures including smooth or pimpled. Both projections (12, 18, 22, 24) and friction areas (14, 14′) are secured to effective working areas of glove (10, 20) to impart to a subject or patient a variety of distinct and improved manipulations such as deep pressure, grasping, and frictional rubbing.

Abstract: A modified massage device comprises a handle and a plurality of massage heads. Hollow receiving spaces are formed of bottom faces of a plurality of support arms of the handle and top faces of the massage heads, respectively, to receive small object like magnets so as to indirectly enhance activation of cells, accelerate discharge of waste materials and toxins in the body, and absorb harmful magnetic waves and radiations emitted out by ambient electric appliances. The small object can also be an occasional mascot or a fluorescent decoration to enhance peacefulness and delicacy of home or the working environment.

Abstract: Presented are novel instruments intended for use in the diagnosis and treatment of fibrotic soft tissue through soft tissue mobilization therapies performed on, particularly, a human patient. Three such instruments are provided by the invention including a variety of curvilinear and linear tissue-engaging edges and converging surfaces accommodating their use on the irregular contours of numerous soft tissue areas of the human body.

Abstract: Massaging device with double massaging functions, including a main body and at least one roller assembly including a roller pivotably disposed on a predetermined portion of the main body about a pivot shaft and a resilient member which is cylindrical and made of flexible material. The resilient member is fitted around the roller and has a top end and a body section. Multiple first and second protuberances are respectively formed on outer faces of the top end and body section of the resilient member. By means of rolling the roller assembly, the second protuberances in turn contact with and massage human skin to achieve a pressing type massaging effect. Alternatively, a user can hammer a part of human body with the first protuberances to achieve a hammering type massaging effect.

Abstract: A massage device for massaging all major muscle groups is disclosed. The device includes two spherical massaging balls housed in an elongated, permanently closed sac. The sac is sized so that the relative position of the balls is variable within the sac when the device is not in use. The balls are free rolling and are not connected to a separate device.

Abstract: A hand-held massage tool for promoting circulation to the tissue and muscles of a patient is provided. The hand-held massage tool comprises a substantially conical first end and a dome-like second end substantially opposite the first end. A concave elongated center portion is positioned between the first end and the second end with the center portion having a longitudinal axis and being shaped for grasping by a single hand for beneficial manipulation of the first end and the second end against a patient using slight adjustments while maintaining contact with the patient. A method for massaging a patient is also provided.

Abstract: A J-shaped vibrating massager and method for manufacture thereof. The J-shaped massager may consist of a J-shaped tubular rod, a head, one or more handles, control means, and vibratory means. Generally, the J-shaped tubular rod may also consist of a J-hook and a barrel. Typically, the head is located at the end of the J-hook opposite the barrel, while the vibratory means may be mounted in the head or anywhere along the length of the J-shaped tubular rod. The vibratory means induces vibrations in one or more portions of the J-shaped tubular rod, generally including the head. The vibrations massage surfaces in contact with the invention. Because the invention is generally J-shaped, a user may reach his or her own back with the head of the J-shaped massager in order to give himself a back massage. The invention may include a variety of tips having different sizes, materials, and shapes.

Abstract: A back pain reliever has a linear alignment support with at least two bi-pad supports mounted thereon. The linear alignment support runs along the spine of a person with least two bi-pad supports mounted thereon, so each of the two pads of the bi-pad support are on opposite sides of the spine of a person.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device that can be used to exercise hands by gently manipulating the device within the hand providing a therapeutic massage. The invention may have various embodiments that can be to inflate the device, or the form and shape of the device.

Abstract: A choking assistance device includes a head specially designed for placement against the abdomen of a choking victim for performance of the Heimlich Maneuver. The head has lateral extensions and, in the preferred embodiment, a central bulge. The choking assistance device also has a spacing rod attached to the head with appropriately located handles and a non-slip base pad.

Abstract: A massage tool for alleviating pain caused by temporomandibular (TMJ) dysfunction of a person's jaw. The tool is particularly useful for applying pressure on muscle trigger points to release the medial pterygoid and inferior lateral pterygoid muscles. An engagement surface at one end thereof is preferably formed of resilient material and has a slightly elongated, rectangular engagement area for pressing upon tissue and causing temporary eschemia.

Abstract: A portable, multi-faceted exercising and massaging device with adjustable turning resistance, having a stationary handle affixed to one end of the main shaft and a pressure adjusting handle with an orifice and axial screw threading affixed to the other end of the main shaft with a safety nut and two systems for receiving pressure between the inner rims of the bail bearings and handles. Around the main shaft are attached two external tubes with the mentioned ball bearings within the remote ends and joined at the adjacent ends through the central core, which is comprised of a tubular shaft with a central sleeve and connecting ring firmly attached at its middle onto the shaft, of two resistance sleeves and of two pairs of washers.

Abstract: An adjustable massaging exerciser worn on a wrist comprises a flexible band member and a string. The flexible band member has a first end, a second end, an upper end, a lower end, an outer peripheral surface, and a pair of elongated holes. The first end and the second end circularly approach each other with a hiatus therebetween so that each of the upper end and the lower end forms an open loop. The holes are respectively formed through the upper and lower ends and in an opposite adjacency to the hiatus. A plurality of bosses are formed on the outer peripheral surface. The string has string ends and is flexibly placed through the first hole and the second hole while forming a flexible hook about the lower end of the band member. The string ends are hooked at upper entrances of the holes to support the flexible hook that can be hooked on a user's finger or a thumb.

Abstract: A massaging apparatus including a head unit, a pair of housings and a pair of arms. The head unit is configured to massage a body of a user. The pair of housings are connected to opposite sides of the head unit respectively and extend in opposite directions from the head unit. The pair of arms are configured to be held by the user and provided to the pair of housings respectively. The pair of arms are flexible.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus for increasing intrathoracic pressure for resuscitating cardiac arrest patients. The apparatus comprises a flexible, substantially inelastic belt wrapped around the patient's chest and attached to a force converter. The force converter converts a downwardly directed force into a chestward resultant, which depresses the sternum, and two belt tightening resultants. The force converter comprises a pair of arm assemblies, each having a pair of spaced arms, which are pivotably mounted to a base. The base is positioned near the patient's sternum and the ends of the belt attach to one end of each arm assembly. The opposite, handle ends of the arm assemblies are depressed toward the chest causing tightening of the belt and compression of the chest cavity.

Abstract: A massaging device is adapted for effective back massage especially along the spine. A flat platform supports a number of rotating wheels positioned for contact with separated muscle groups and acupressure points. The wheels are of a rubber material of such hardness as to allow a person to lay down onto the device without pain but to receive an effective pressure massage in the tissues of the back without bruising. With the device centered on the spine and with its wheels spaced on either side of the spine the individual may move along the ground while receiving a deep therapeutic massage. A pair of close spaced rollers are positioned relative to the wheels for massaging the tissues of the neck.

Abstract: A massaging apparatus (1) comprising a housing (5) having a bottom wall (11) and a suction chamber (12) bounded by chamber walls (13, 14, 15, 16) and a pump (19) for the generation of a partial vacuum inside the suction chamber (12) and thus forming a skin fold (20) which is drawn into the suction space inside the suction chamber (12), as well as at least one roller (21, 22) to be placed onto a body area (3), comprises at least in an area of at least one wall (14), preferably a chamber wall (14), an apparatus part, preferably two cylinders (32, 33), which is movable with respect to this chamber wall (14), and these cylinders (32, 33) are movable, i.e. rotatable, with respect to the chamber wall (14) by the skin of the skin fold (20) drawn into the suction chamber (12), which results in only a comparatively low friction between the chamber wall (14) and the skin of the skin fold (20).

Abstract: A finger pressure device 1 including semi-spherical bodies 10, 10′ with a plurality of protuberances 11 on the outer surface, penetrating grooves 12, 12′ in upper/lower part, a concavity 13, a convexity 14 in the internal center and circular groove 15; a circular rim 20 with a plurality of protuberances 21 on the outer surface, a projection 22 on the inner circumference and a space 23 to be placed between the two semi-spherical bodies; a coupling rod 30 with circular protuberances 31 on both sides to be inserted into the circular groove 15 of the semi-spherical bodies 10, 10′ through the space 23 of the circular rim 20; and a cap 60 covering the upper/lower grooves 12, 12′ after fastening with the bolt 40 and the nut 50.

Abstract: A personal massage device that allows a person to apply a vibrating massage to his own back. The unique shape of the device allows the operator to hold it comfortably with one or both hands, while pressing the vibrating head of the device against his back. The device has a modified “J” shape, containing a straight main handle, a curved extension with a vibrator device located at the end, and a straight supplementary handle attached to the main handle at a right angle. A conveniently placed switch in the supplementary handle allows the operator to turn the vibrating device on or off while it is being held in its operating position. Interchangeable massage heads can be employed to vary the type of massage available from the device.

Abstract: Presented are novel instruments intended for use in the diagnosis and treatment of fibrotic soft tissue through soft tissue mobilization therapies performed on, particularly, a human patient. Three such instruments are provided by the invention including a variety of curvilinear and linear tissue-engaging edges and converging surfaces accommodating their use on the irregular contours of numerous soft tissue areas of the human body.

Abstract: A massage system including a carrier and a plurality of pressure applicators rotatably and releasably mountable to the carrier, wherein the carrier covers less than about 25% of the surface area of each pressure applicator.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for applying pressure to the body of a person is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an arcuate shaft, a handle that extends from the arcuate shaft in a plane intersecting the plane of the arcuate shaft, and a pressure applicator movably attached to the arcuate shaft for applying pressure to the body. The apparatus can be used for massaging or for applying acupressure.

Abstract: An aesthetic and highly functional massage tool is disclosed which comprises a generally triangular frame adapted to be held in the palm of one hand. It has three leg members, each leg member extending generally from a bottom side corner portion of the frame a height generally exceeding the thickness of a finger. Each leg having a generally rounded bottom portion. The legs and triangular frame are monolithically molded from plastic. The frame has a generally triangular opening so that one may extend their fingers therethrough and around a side portion of the frame. This triangular design enables one to securely and comfortably hold the massage tool in multiple positions while during use. This is important because use in any one position tires particular muscles of the massageur. It also facilitates massaging different body portions in differing manners. The triangular void facilitates wrapping one's fingers around the massage tool. It enables one to slide the tool along while pushing downwardly on it.

Abstract: A bath brush including: an elastic mesh tube which is axially pushed and gathered so as to continuously crimp the periphery thereof into a waved pattern; a handle including a connecting member, a grip member freely detachably assembled with the connecting member and a pair of massaging members, the connecting member being positioned on upper side of the elastic mesh tube and formed with at least one first connecting section disposed on the upper face of the connecting member and several fixing sections passing through the upper and lower faces of the connecting member, the grip member including at least one second connecting section for correspondingly connecting with the first connecting section, the pair of massaging members having a certain length, an upper end of each massaging member outward extending from a lateral side of the connecting member, while a lower end thereof extending downward; and at least one binder with a predetermined length and flexibility, the binder being conducted through the fixing

Abstract: A massage device has first and second massage members. The first massage member performs a circulating motion including (i) a massage zone where the member approaches the second massage member in a locus which swells in an outward direction as seen from a massage arm; and (ii) a release zone where the member separates from the second massage member in a locus which is shorter than the massage zone. The second massage member performs a reciprocal rocking motion in synchronization with the first massage member.

Abstract: A method and a system for use by a trainer in performing soft tissue massage. The system includes a tool including a handle portion and a skin engagement portion that is configured to generally match the contour of the impaired area of soft tissue to be treated. The tool is connected to a source of electrical current far providing electrical stimulation to the impaired area during treatment with the tool. The skin engagement portion noninvasively engages the skin to allow the user to locate fibrous adhesions that are attached to the underlying soft tissue areas.

Abstract: The invention disclosed is a hand held massager comprising a rod with movable contact element mounted on the rod and a pair of contacts fixed at the opposite ends of the rod. The contact elements may be used to engage the body in a number of different ways while at least one contact is held and manipulated by a user.