Abstract: The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove is a garment. The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove is adapted for use with a patient. The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove is a glove. The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove is worn on the hand of the patient. The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove applies a soap to a surface that comes in contact with the patient. The disposable soap-dispensing bathing glove comprises a glove structure and a plurality of soap balls. The plurality of soap balls attach to the glove structure. The glove structure is rubbed against the surface that comes in contact with the patient to: a) dispense the soap from the plurality of soap balls; and, b) generate a friction used to clean the surface that comes in contact with the patient.

Abstract: A handle device for use with a hand held portable skin care device has a gas emitting portion that is configured to be proximate to the head of the skin care device during use with the skin care device. The gas emitting portion of the handle device has one or more gas openings. The handle device also includes an inlet that is fluidly coupled to the one of more gas openings through a channel in the handle device. During use, oxygen can be provided to the inlet, and emitted through the one or more gas openings as the skin care device is used to provide therapeutic light to the user's skin.

Abstract: This massage device is configured to apply pressure to a human user's back, shoulders, or any distinct part of the musculoskeletal system. It can also be operated with a single arm and attaches to the user's forearm to apply pin-point or various pressure to target muscles. The massage device includes an arm plate that is configured to cover a forearm and a wrist of a human user. A hand grip is mechanically coupled to the arm plate and configured to accommodate the gripping of human fingers. A wrist bar is attached to the arm plate. A J-bar may be attached to the wrist bar. A tip is attached to the J-bar or directly to the short wrist bar. The tip is configured to provide variant pressure to the human user's back or shoulders or distal body part. Thereby duplicating mechanical pressure applied by a trained bodyworker by the untrained self at a much more reasonable price.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a device that fits a person's finger and that can be used to reduce the effect, appearance, and/or sensitivity of a scar over a period of time. Aspects of the device include its form factor and material construction so that a contoured surface of the device fitted to a user's finger or fingers can be used to therapeutically rub an affected region of skin that is scarred. In a treatment regimen extending over a plurality of time periods, a plurality of devices in a set provide a system for systematically reducing a scar. Other aspects provide a therapeutic cream to aid in the healing and amelioration of said scar.

Abstract: The present invention is for a method of treatment for joint pain and other discomfort utilizing a brush applied to the skin of the patient. The brush is used to stimulate the skin in the area of pain or discomfort, thereby conditioning the nerves in the area to be less responsive to the aforementioned pain or discomfort.

Abstract: A massage device is provided having a pouch formed from a flexible material, a pair of resilient bodies received within the pouch, the pair of resilient bodies being made from rubber having a moisture content and at least two straps coupled to opposite ends of the pouch, the at least two straps having a predetermined length. The flexible material may include an elastic fabric, such as nylon or cotton. The pair of resilient bodies may include at least one of a same size, a same shape, and a same texture. Furthermore, the pair of resilient bodies may be made from various rubber materials having a Young's modulus of between 0.1 and 10 ksi. The pair of resilient bodies may include air pockets having moisture that is heated by microwave energy. Alternatively, the pair of resilient bodies may include a battery operated heating element and a vibration device.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, a microdermabrasion device for treating skin comprises a handpiece assembly having a distal end and a proximal end. The handpiece assembly includes at least one delivery conduit and at least one waste conduit. The microdermabrasion device additionally comprises a tip configured to be positioned along the distal end of the handpiece assembly, wherein the tip is adapted to contact skin surface. In several embodiments, the tip comprises a lip, a first opening in fluid communication with the fluid delivery conduit and a second opening in fluid communication with the waste conduit. In one embodiment, the device includes one or more abrasive elements positioned along a distal end of the tip, wherein the abrasive elements are configured to selectively remove skin as the tip is moved relative to a skin surface. In some embodiments, the delivery conduit is configured to selectively deliver at least one time-release material to the skin surface being treated.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for treating self-treating internal muscles and trigger points related to pelvic pain in women and men. The apparatus includes a rod having a handle attached to a straight portion at a first end of the rod and a pressure applicator attached to a second end of the rod, where a first curved portion is disposed between the straight portion of the rod and the second end of the rod. In the method of the present invention, a trigger point is located in the patient's pelvic floor, the patient inserts the apparatus either vaginally or rectally to allow contact of the pressure applicator of the apparatus with the pelvic floor, and pressure is applied to the trigger point using the apparatus.

Abstract: A fascial abrasion technique tool is provided having at least one treating surface, wherein the treating surface is provided with a textured surface, so as to assist in massaging the fasica of a patient. The textured surface can be provided by a series of ridges and grooves on the edge surface, but more preferably, is provided by grid-blasting of the edge surface to produce pitting of the edge surface. Preferably, the entire tool is provided with a textured surface. The tool provides improved ability for a therapist to provide fascial abrasion therapy.

Abstract: A skin exfoliation apparatus includes a housing and a receiving member that has base wall and a perimeter wall. The perimeter wall has an upper edge defining an opening into the receiving member. The receiving member is mounted to the housing. A motor is mounted within the housing. A drive shaft is mechanically coupled to the motor and extends upwardly through the base wall. The drive shaft is rotated when the motor is turned on. A plate has a top side and a bottom side. The bottom side is attached to the drive shaft. An abrasive surface is attached to the top side of the plate. The plate is rotated when the drive shaft is rotated by the motor. A body part is positioned on the abrasive surface to cause exfoliation of the skin on the body part.

Abstract: There is provided a friction tool for use in a cosmetic method for the treatment of mammalian skin. The tool comprises a body (60) defining a support having a planar support face; a friction pad (65) provided to said support face, said friction pad defining a friction face. The friction pad comprises a lofty non-woven fibre material or both a compressible foam layer and a layer of friction-enhancing material defining said friction face. A cosmetic method, which can be performed using the tool is also described.

Abstract: The physical therapy tools, systems, kits and methods described herein may be used to apply gentle, passive and progressive amounts of pressure (including numerous repetitions of small movements) to achieve therapeutic mobilization of a spinal joint. The tools described herein may include a plurality of pads and actuators, where the pressure within each actuator is controlled so that a continuously varying pressure may be applied to mimic the pressure applied by human hands. These tools may also include a controller and one or more user inputs. The physical therapy tools may be operated at different operating modes (e.g., continuously varying pressure modes, step-pulse high frequency modes, step-pulse low frequency modes) for treating a subject's spine, and may be part of a system or kit. Methods of treating a subject using these physical therapy tools are also described herein.

Abstract: A post-stroke stimulation device including a garment to be applied to a portion of a body of a stroke patient to be treated. The post-stroke stimulation device includes at least one tactile actuator adapted to supply tactile stimulation to the skin of the stroke patient. The tactile actuators are controlled to be activated and deactivated in a random pattern or a pattern selected by a medical professional.

Abstract: A massaging and exfoliating razor cover preferably including a deformably resilient body that may have a slot formed therein. Such a slot may be adapted to be positioned over a razor head of the existing razor. In this manner, the body may be stretched to a tensioned position when placed over the razor head of the existing razor. The body may further include a plurality of protrusions extending outwardly from the body, and a ridge extending outwardly from the body. Notably, the protrusions and ridge are suitably positioned on the body such that the protrusions and ridge independently engage the skin surface and thereby independently massage and exfoliate the skin surface respectively.

Abstract: A therapeutic pillow includes a flexible body with mated inner and outer layers. Such an inner layer has an outer perimeter that terminates inwardly of an outer perimeter of the outer layer. The apparatus further includes a plurality of spherical objects removably situated within the body and directly abutting an inner surface of the inner layer. Each of the spherical objects has a unique diameter. The body has right and left ends selectively folded along a centrally registered latitudinal axis registered orthogonal to a longitudinal length of the body wherein the right and left ends are directly engaged in such a manner that the spherical objects are prohibited from escaping beyond the respective outer perimeters of the inner and outer layers during operating conditions.

Abstract: A composition including a base and a plurality of abrasive particles. An apparatus including a head, and an applicator coupled to the head, the applicator having dimensions suitable for contacting localized areas of human skin. A method including applying a composition to an area of human skin, the composition comprising a base and a plurality of abrasive particles, and manipulating the composition over the area of human skin with a handle-operated instrument.

Abstract: There is provided a friction tool for use in a cosmetic method for the treatment of mammalian skin. The tool comprises a body (60) defining a support having a planar support face; a friction pad (65) provided to said support face, said friction pad defining a friction face. The friction pad comprises a lofty non-woven fibre material or both a compressible foam layer and a layer of friction-enhancing material defining said friction face. A cosmetic method, which can be performed using the tool is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus including a handle capable of manipulation by a human hand, and one or more head portions to mate to various types of treatment attachments, which may be moved over an area of skin and/or body part by a motion generator moving the head portions, and/or by a user manipulating the handle. Various suitable attachments include applicator attachments having abrasive surfaces, oxygenating attachments having pores through which oxygen may travel, brush attachments for cleaning and polishing, thermal attachments for heating and cooling, and light radiating attachments. The motion generator may move the attachments by vibrating, spinning, oscillating, or propagating sonic waves through the head portions. Thus, attachments may be attached and removed from the head portions to treating skin and/or body parts by abrasion, cleaning, polishing, lighting, or oxygenation.

Abstract: A pressure point therapy tool for performing various methods of pressure point therapy comprised of a tetrahedron with substantially planar surfaces and rounded apexes. The rounded apexes are used to apply pressure to myofascial trigger points, acupressure points, or reflexology points.

Abstract: A cosmetic device comprises a support member; a cap member attached to the support member and having a front face; a vibration actuator disposed inside the cap member, which produces vibration for providing massage effect on a skin; and an uneven surface member as an outermost layer covering at least the front face of the cap member. The uneven surface is configured to prevent denudation of a treatment agent applied on the skin.

Abstract: An apparatus for the cleansing, abrading, or massaging of a foot includes a container that is placed on the floor under a shower. Openings are provided in the bottom of the container for water to drain. A first screen is disposed over the bottom of the container as a filter. A section of foam is surrounded by a second screen and is placed on the bottom of the container. A lining of artificial grass is disposed over the foam and it extends up and over the sides of the container where it is secured to the container. Any of a variety of abrasive materials is placed on the lining. In use, the person stands in the container and takes a shower while normal movement of the feet massage, clean, and abrade each foot including the sides and between the toes. Water flows through the lining and out through the bottom of the container while maintaining the abrasive materials in the container.

Abstract: There is provided a process for making a massage device comprising taking the body and motor of an electric toothbrush and a brush head therefor; and adapting the bristle head of said brush head to produce a massage head that is substantially smooth and devoid of bristles.

Abstract: An appliance for applying a lotion, such as a sunscreen, to the skin includes a housing, from which a soft pad extends, and a elongated handle. The pad, which includes a flat application surface, is rotated by a motor in the handle about an axis of rotation perpendicular to the flat application surface. The surface of the pad may be formed of a porous material or of a solid elastomeric material having a texture providing spaces for holding lotion.

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 dual-functional massage bar used in bath includes a main body which is combined by a pair of corresponding halves having a plurality of balls disposed spaced apart on one side, a piece of first Velcro attached to the other side opposite to the balls for engaging a piece of sponge which has a piece of second Velcro on underside engaged with the piece of the first Velcro, an externally threaded tubular adapter on the rear end of the main body in which is a motor and a vibrator, a tube having internal threads screwed onto the tubular adapter with a pair sealing rings engaged thereinbetween, a pair of batteries disposed into the tube and the adapter and biased by a spring and three switch buttons spacedly disposed on the front side of the main body and protected by a piece of thin membrane. The piece of sponge may be replaced by a brush and/or a piece of cloth.

Abstract: A double functional bathing strap includes a number of inner flat section of uniform length and a pair of outmost flat sections having half length relative to the inner flat sections. The flat sections each has a plurality of conical studs regularly disposed on one side and a plurality of bristles regularly disposed on the other side, a first and a second coupling ends for combination of the flat sections together by a plurality of pairs of pairs of first and second locking pins, the pair of outmost flat sections each has a handle including a hook connected to their outer side via a triangular rib and a first coupling end or a second coupling end on inner side. So that the bathing strap is capable of scrubbing and/or massaging the body of a bather and length of the bathing strap is adjustable by addition or subtraction the number of the inner flat sections.

Abstract: A ribbed towel device for massaging and/or drying hard-to-reach areas of the body during or after bathing includes: (a) an elongate body of an absorbent material, the elongate body having opposite lateral ends; (b) a handle at each opposite lateral end of the elongate body; (c) a plurality of spaced-apart, rod-shaped pockets in the elongate body; (d) a plurality of massage bars, each one being inserted in one of the pockets; and preferably (e) end seams extending transversely across opposite ends of the elongate body; and (f) a channel at each of the opposite ends of the elongate body, each channel being formed by the end seams; wherein each handle extends through one of the channels.

Abstract: A body joint liner including at least one divergent channel such that when in use on a persons body, tissue fluid flow is encouraged. A body joint liner including a first pressure gradient for tissue fluid flow when in use on a persons body. A body joint liner including a pressure gradient including a pattern of projections with a spacing that increases along the length of the liner.

Abstract: A dynamic method of breaking up fibrous adhesions or scar tissue in muscles is disclosed. The dynamic method results in the fibers replacing the scar tissue oriented longitudinally with respect to stress in the muscle, so that the muscle heals having improved function—flexibility, coordination and tensile strength. The method of comprises the steps of: locating fibrous adhesions in the muscle; and, applying and slidingly moving pressure along the length of the muscle over the fibrous adhesions therein to break down those adhesions. In a preferred aspect of this method the sliding movement along the length of the muscle coincides with body motion moving the muscle from a contracted to an elongated position so that the muscle is massaged in a repetitive cycle of body motion. If the step of injecting an anesthetic into the adhesions prior to massage is included then adhesion breakdown is promoted, and pain associated with adhesion breakdown is relieved.

Abstract: A bath brush includes a main body, a massaging member, and a bristle holder connected to a top of the massaging member. The bristle holder is provided with a plurality of insertion holes for implanting tufted bristles therein and a plurality of through holes for massaging projections integrally formed on the massaging member to upward extend therethrough and expose from the bristle holder. An assembly of the massaging member and the bristle holder is connected to one side of the main body to form a bath brush having massaging projections that do not easily separate therefrom to ensure the brush and massage functions of the bath brush. And, the massaging member may be easily assembled to the bristle holder to enable reduced manufacturing cost of the bath brush.

Abstract: There is provided a gum massager, which includes an elongate handle member having a first free end portion and a second end portion. The gum massager also includes a massaging head member formed together with the second end portion of the elongate handle member. The massager head member includes a resilient massaging element formed so as to generally adapt to the contours of a gum portion being massaged, when pushed thereagainst.

Abstract: A desk chairmat includes a substantially planar member having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a peripheral edge; the planar member having at least one foot massage area in a selected part thereof; and a foot massage panel secured within the selected area, the foot massage insert having a base and a plurality of upwardly projecting foot massage nodules. The foot massage panel may also be in the form of a peel and stick pad that is adhesively secured to the upper surface of the desk chairmat.

Abstract: A desk chairmat includes a substantially planar member having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a peripheral edge; and a plurality of foot massage nodules projecting upwardly from the upper surface located in a selected area of the planar member.

Abstract: A massage device includes a housing, a connecting unit and an elastomer. The bottom of the housing is installed with an inner wall. The inner wall of the housing corresponds to the outer wall of the connecting unit to couple the connecting unit to the housing. Furthermore, the inner wall of the connecting unit is installed with a trench, and a plurality of through holes that communicate with the trench. The outer edge of the elastomer is installed in the trench of the connecting unit so that the elastomer protrudes from the bottom of the housing. Glue fills the through holes so as to achieve a better combination.

Abstract: Sponge assemblies include a substantially spherical mesh sponge having an element of loofah secured thereto. In one embodiment, the element of loofah includes a substantially flat disk including an outer layer of loofah, an inner layer of loofah, and a reinforcing layer disposed therebetween. In another embodiment, the element of loofah includes a block of uncompressed natural loofah.

Abstract: The invention discloses a self-treatment body care apparatus that can be manipulated easily to reach the back of the user. The frame can be enlarged or collapsed. Additionally, the apparatus of the invention has a base which (1) allows the invention which is a frame to stand upright, (2) provides interchanging applicators and massaging devices for a variety of applications, and (3) can be used as a foot massager or scrubber while the user is seated or standing.

Abstract: A device to clean and rub the foot includes a main body and an auxiliary massage member. The main body is provided in the underside with a plurality of suction cups, and in the upper side with a cleaning area for cleaning the foot, a rubbing area for massaging the foot, and a receiving slot for retaining the auxiliary massage member different from the rubbing area in the massaging effect.

Abstract: A hand-held exercise device is described which positions the user's hands and wrists at an appropriate angle to minimize stress on the joints and ligaments, while allowing an isokinetic workout tailored to the user's own flexibility and strength. A method of using the exercise device is also described.

Abstract: Sonic energy is applied to parts of the human body by a device having an applicator end at which a predetermined amplitude under applied loads is generated. A predetermined acoustic pressure is produced at the applicator end as well as a predetermined shear stress. The applicator is slanted at an angle relative to the longitudinal axis of the device and a predetermined mechanical power is produced.

Abstract: A combination massaging pad of do-it-yourself design formed of a plurality of unit pads connected to one another side by side, each unit pad having a plurality of top massaging studs, a plurality of peripheral coupling notches, a plurality of upright coupling rods and upright positioning rods disposed at the periphery to serve with the coupling notches for enabling the unit pads to be fastened to one another by fastening respective coupling notches to respective upright coupling rods and upright positioning rods, and a plurality of coupling devices provided at the coupling notches which when two unit pads are attached together, secure the respective upright positioning rods of the unit pad attached thereto.

Abstract: A desk chairmat includes a substantially planar member having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a peripheral edge; and a plurality of foot massage nodules projecting upwardly from the upper surface located in a selected area of the planar member.

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 skin cleaning device for removing dirt, oils and dead skin. The skin cleaning device includes a housing having a first end and a second end. The first end has a cavity extending therein. A motor is positioned in the housing and is located generally adjacent to the second end. A shaft is mechanically coupled to the motor and extends through the second end of the housing. The motor is adapted for rotating the shaft. The shaft has a free end defining a female coupler. A power supply is operationally coupled to the motor. A disc has a first side and a second side. The first side has a convex shape. A male coupler is integrally attached to the second side and is generally centrally located on the second side of the disc. The male coupler is removably insertable into the female coupler for releasably attaching the disc to the shaft. A plurality of cleaning pads each has a peripheral edge.

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 device for use in washing the back of a person having an elongate sheet of flexible material folded such that the edges are secured together to form a sleeve; a pocket is formed intermediate the sleeve for holding a bar of soap. The pocket is formed by securing opposing internal faces of the sleeve along stitch lines forming a perimeter of the pocket. The pocket further has an opening for inserting the bar of soap into the pocket; the opening in the pocket has hook and loop fasteners for releasably securing the bar of soap within the pocket. Handles in the form of endless rings are provided at each end of the sleeve. Each handle is slidingly engaged in a loop formed at each end of the sleeve wherein each end is wrapped around a portion of the handle means and secured onto itself to form a loop.

Abstract: A massaging device for securing to a single finger of a user. This massaging device includes a housing and a motor for vibrating the housing. A power source, such as a conventional or rechargeable battery, is provided for powering the motor. A securing strap is provided for attaching the device to the single finger of a user. A plurality of panels are attachable to and detachable from the housing for vibration with the housing.

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 bath brush including a seat and brush hair holder fixedly connected to an upper surface of the seat. The seat is provided at the upper surface with a plurality of upward extended massage bars. The brush hair holder has a plurality of tufted hairs planted on an upper surface thereof. Positions on the brush hair holder corresponding to the massage bars on the seat are cut out to form through holes for the massage bars to project therefrom and locate among the tufted hairs. The massage bars have tops lower than that of the tufted hairs on the brush hair holder, whereby when the bath brush is used to brush and clean a user's skin, the tufted hairs are elastically bent to bring the massage bars into contact with the skin and gently massage the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides a facial steamer machine with detachable function units, in which all kinds of skin care appliance are independently constructed into a plurality of function units which are adapted to incorporate with the facial steamer machine, so that the user may selectively combine several function units to detachably connect and equip with the facial steamer machine to form a single skin care system. The facial steamer machine of the present invention can also reduce the overall manufacturing cost by utilizing some common components such as the movable stand and the power wiring arrangement. Therefore, the present invention occupies less storage space and operating space. Moreover, it is easier to maintain too.

Abstract: A massage tool with which a professional massager can apply the full force generated by their arm to a precise body area, without any finger or wrist stress, even over indefinitely prolonged periods is disclosed. The massage tool comprises: an elongate handle member adapted to lay across the palm of a hand and be encircled by the fingers; a first leg member extending outwardly from one end portion of the elongate handle member; a first foot member extending from the outward end portion of the first leg member in a direction lateral to, and away from the palm of the hand. The foot member has a length exceeding the thickness of the thumb and has a heel portion, side portions, and an outside end portion all of which are adapted for rubbing. The leg member is generally the length of the thumb so that the inner side of the thumb may lay along the front side portion of the leg member and the end of the thumb may press against the top side portion of the foot member.