Abstract: A method and apparatus for massage therapy is described. The method may include using the apparatus to apply heat and pressure to a subject's body. The apparatus may include a handle, a stem connected to the handle, a pusher tip connected to the stem, and an electric heating element configured to increase the temperature of the pusher tip. The heating element may be used to heat the pusher tip so that a precise amount of heat and pressure may be applied to a subject's body during massage therapy.

Abstract: A stimulation application apparatus includes a substrate, a stimulation application member provided on one surface of the substrate to apply a stimulation to a site, and a stimulation imposition layer provided on another surface of the substrate opposed to the first surface to impose the stimulation. The site includes at least one area selected from a group of (F) site that intersects the perpendicular line of the medial malleolus on an extension line of the medial margin on os metatarsale primam 1 and 2 in foot sole, and (L) incisurasive foramen supraorbitalis site, and (K) site where the lintersection of the line connecting an augulus oculi medialis of eye and L site, and perpendicular of an augulus oculi lateralis of eye is located, and (M) site of augulus oculi lateralis located above 1 horizontal finger from center of the line where connect the inner end of left and right eyebrow.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fiber-reinforced composite and methods and apparatuses for making the same. Some fiber-reinforced composites include a matrix material including a thermoplastic material and a non-woven fibrous region having a plurality of continuous fibers dispersed in the matrix material, wherein the width and the length of the non-woven fibrous region are substantially equal to the width and the length, respectively, of the fiber-reinforced composite, wherein the non-woven fibrous region has a mean relative area fiber coverage (RFAC) (%) of from 65 to 90 and a coefficient of variance (COV) (%) of from 3 to 20, and wherein each of the plurality of continuous fibers is substantially aligned with the length of the fiber-reinforced composite.

Abstract: Therapeutic roller apparatus including at least two easily interchangeable elongated, semi-cylindrical component assemblies, each formed by a rigid substrate component having a concave inner surface and a convex outer surface, and a resilient pad component affixed to and covering the outer surface of the rigid substrate part. The side edges of the component assemblies are adapted to mate together to form a cylindrical roller body having a first outer diameter. The roller body ends are provided with first latch elements. A pair of cylindrical end caps, each having an outer diameter greater than the roller's first outer diameter, and an inner diameter adapted to mate with and capture an end of the assembled roller body. The end caps include second latch elements adapted to lockingly engage the first latch elements and secure the entire assembly together. In use, all user weight applied to the roller body is transferred to the end caps.

Abstract: A jet pump associated with a heat source, such as a heating element or heating coils, is disclosed. The heating element is located in a housing chamber and coaxially with an impeller. An electrical motor rotates the impeller and circulates water within the chamber and between coils of the heating element. The heated water is then discharged into a basin found in a pedicure chair or other devices requiring agitated, heated water.

Abstract: The following description relates generally to self-heated consumer spa products heated by means of a prolonged exothermic chemical reaction for various therapeutic and/or spa applications for applying heat to portions of a person's body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for therapeutic and/or prophylactic massage, in particular massage of mammalian eyelids, having a body housing a heater in thermal communication with a massaging bobbin, the bobbin having a plurality of massaging elements extending therefrom. In use, the bobbin heats the eyelid and rotates such that a massaging force is exerted on the eyelid perpendicular to the last line. This force can be used to express material from blocked sebaceous glands of the mammalian eyelid. The present invention is directed toward a method for treating disorders of the mammalian eyelid, such as inflammation, using the device of the invention.

Abstract: A seating mat providing enhanced grip and posture correctional features includes an upper surface for supporting a user when seated and an array of flexible papillae extending from the upper surface and positioned around a focus area on the upper surface. Each papilla includes a tapered projection with a curvature such that at the tip end of each projection the longitudinal axis of the projection lies at an acute angle relative to the upper surface. The papillae are positioned such that all the tips are directed towards the focus area. The shape and positioning of the papillae encourage a user to reference themselves centrally on the focus area and tend to grip the user's thighs to prevent slipping.

Abstract: A portable rolling massager is provided that includes a spindle, a roller rotatably mounted on the spindle, and a covering for the roller that features a comfortable surface when applied to the skin and pressure is applied to muscles underlying the skin. Heating and cooling of the cover provides other therapeutic benefits. Storage in the spindle accommodates weights, flashlights, key storage, music devices, and the like. Hand grips having distal ends are designed to provide the ability to massage trigger points that develop in the muscles.

Abstract: A hand-held probe device capable of providing electro-stimulation and thermo-stimulation to a patient is described herein. While the probe device can include any suitable component, in some instances, it includes a probe head made with an electrically and thermally-conductive material. In some instances, the probe device also includes a temperature control mechanism that is configured to raise and lower a temperature of the probe head. The probe head is also connectable to an electro-stimulation unit (such as a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation unit) such that the probe head is able to provide electro-stimulation simultaneously with thermo-stimulation. Although the temperature control mechanism can include any suitable component, in some instances, it includes a thermoelectric device, such as a Peltier circuit. Other implementations are also described.

Abstract: A massage roller includes a generally resilient roller body and a plurality of massage zones having various densities provided on the roller body.

Abstract: There is provided a phototherapy apparatus, in which the therapeutic light is delivered through or in proximity to one or more massage components. The massage component provides mechanical massage to the subject biological tissue and modifies the properties of the subject tissue in thickness, density, etc. to facilitate the absorption of the therapeutic light and enhance the effect of the phototherapy procedure.

Abstract: The invention is a massage device with a freezable contoured polymer roller whose surface is textured with an array of rounded protrusions. The device is a hand-held aid to massaging of a human body. The main body roller of the massage device contain a non-toxic refrigerant gel and thus can be frozen and remain cold while the person is massaged.

Abstract: A cosmetic device disposed with a magnetic attraction structure and a replaceable cosmetic assembly is disclosed. The cosmetic device includes a holding unit, a connection part, a cover body, and the cosmetic assembly. The holding unit has a power supply unit and a notch disposed with a first magnetic attraction component and several first connection terminals. The power supply unit electrically connects with the first connection terminals for transmitting electric power. The connection part includes a fixing block disposed with a second magnetic attraction component and several second connection terminals. The second magnetic attraction component and the first magnetic attraction component may attract each other for binding the connection part with the holding unit. The second connection terminals are electrically connected with the first connection terminals.

Abstract: A magnetically assisted dermatological treatment method incorporates a pre-treatment protocol, a magnetically assisted dermatological procedure, and a post treatment protocol in order to assist in the displacement of magnetically active pigments trapped between the dermis and epidermis layers of a patient's skin. The method utilizes the pre-treatment protocol to condition the patient's skin, loosening up the pigments that are trapped between the dermis and the epidermis through magnetically assisted means. After which, a laser photothermolytic procedure is administered by a magnetically assisted light emitting apparatus which attracts and dislodges pigments absorption and magnetic properties. Finally, after the laser phototherapy, the patient's treated area undergoes a post treatment protocol which assists in the healing and recovery process while additionally assisting in preventing the pigments from becoming trapped again within the dermis and epidermis layers.

Abstract: A thermal therapy massage roller includes an elongate substantially cylindrical rigid sleeve defining an elongate cavity proportioned for receipt of a rechargeable battery having an electrode and charging adaptor at a base of the battery; a layer of insulation secured about the rigid sleeve; a circumferential heating element secured about the layer of insulation, the heating element in electrical communication with the battery; a layer of flexible insulative material surrounding the heating element, and an outer layer of a resilient and flexible foam-like material circumferentially surrounding the insulative layer, the foam-like material defining an outer layer of the roller.

Abstract: A device and method for restricting the respiratory movement of a patient undergoing medical treatment. A respiratory compression belt is positioned properly, secured on the patient and pressurized to control patient movement.

Abstract: There is provided a phototherapy apparatus, in which the therapeutic light is delivered through one or more massage components. The massage component provides mechanical massage to the subject biological tissue and modifies the properties of the subject tissue in thickness, density, etc. to facilitate the absorption of the therapeutic light and enhance the effect of the phototherapy procedure. The light source of the phototherapy apparatus is actively cooled by a synthetic jet cooler.

Abstract: A device for skin care and massaging includes a main body, a galvanic current applier, a massager, a massaging pointing portion, and a massaging serially-protruding portion. The galvanic current applier is provided in the main body and configured for applying galvanic current from a first portion of skin of a user to a second portion of skin of the user, the galvanic current applier comprising a conductive surface disposed on the bottom portion of the main body. The massager is provided next to the galvanic current applier in the main body and configured for contacting and applying mechanical vibration onto a third portion of skin of the user, the massager comprising a substantially flat surface disposed on the bottom portion of the main body.

Abstract: The present invention relates a portable medical device for treating foot and hand edema. The device consists of hand and foot massaging unit, a portable waterproof electronic control unit with voice feedback and temperature control. Each of the massaging units includes internal extremity engaging elements and portions that perform the massaging activities with the glove being provided with a movable motorized pressing element that moves over the outer hand extremity, and the boat having inflatable air bags or bladders for applying massaging pressures to the foot. The boot also, include a cotton-padded rubber for comfort and the may be provides with a removable, easy to sterilize material. The control unit also provides compressed air and pressurized water or fluid through plastic delivery lines attached between the unit and the massaging units.

Abstract: A thermal type massage device uses an ignited catalyst as a heat source for producing temperature, collocated with a cotton (sponge) material absorbed with volatile liquid, so that the heat source may continuously produce heat, enabling the surface temperature of the thermal type massage device to rise. Therefore, thermal efficacy can be achieved in use. Moreover, one end of the thermal type massage device can rotate, a surface of which is formed with protruding particles or ribs, and a user can feel warm via the rotation on the skin surface and surface temperature of the end, and massage at the same time by using the protruding particles or ribs.

Abstract: A heated roller for therapy that allows a user to easily, safely and conveniently combine the benefits of heat with the use of a roller. The heated roller includes a roller body having a substantially cylindrical exterior shape, an insulating material, perforations, and a hollowed core with an opening configured to receive a structural support. The structural support includes a hollowed core with an opening configured to receive a heating element. The heating element may be electric or non-electric and the heating element and the structural support may be formed into a single structure. The heated roller includes an openable cap to provide access to the internally positioned structural support and heating element.

Abstract: A thermal therapy device including a hollow roller having a non-uniform cross-section along its length to define a thermally conductive external surface. Two end caps, one on each end of the roller, in combination with the thermally conductive external surface of the roller, collectively define a single thermal-medium-receiving reservoir. A first pin coupled to one of the end caps is aligned with a second pin coupled to the other end cap to define a central axis about which the roller may rotate. A frame including two spaced apart lateral supports interconnected by two spaced apart support arms defines a roller receiving opening dimensioned to removably receive the roller. The support arms each having a pin receiving opening such that the pin receiving openings are collinear with one another and dimensioned to removably receive one of the pins when the roller is releasably and rotatably connected to the frame.

Abstract: A cover for a therapeutic roller for manipulating soft tissue and a method of using same are provided. The cover can include a main wrapping member including a sheet of material including a first end and a second end. At least one pocket can be arranged on the sheet of material and each pocket can be adapted to receive a replaceable article. A first fastening portion can be arranged on the first end of the sheet of material and a complimentary second fastening portion can be arranged on the second end of the sheet of material. The main wrapping member is securable to the therapeutic roller by wrapping the cover around the therapeutic roller and bringing the first fastening portion into contact with the second fastening portion whereby the main wrapping member is adapted to extend about the circumferential surface of the therapeutic roller.

Abstract: Described herein are various embodiments of differential air pressure systems and methods of using such systems. The differential air pressure system may comprise a chamber configured to receive a portion of a user's lower body and to create an air pressure differential upon the user's body. The differential air pressure system may further comprise a user seal that seal the pressure chamber to the user's body. The height of the user seal may be adjusted to accommodate users with various body heights.

Abstract: A hot stone therapy and acupressure apparatus comprising a rod having an outer diameter, a first end, a second end and a middle section, at least one stone removably mounted on the rod, wherein each stone is shaped as a hollow cylinder defining an interior surface and an exterior surface, with the interior surface having a diameter that is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the rod wherein each stone is independently axially movable and positionable along the middle section of the rod, the first end and said second end portions of the rod extending beyond the at least one stone thereby forming a pair of handles for facilitating gripping the rod and positioning the apparatus across a person's body, and at least one acupressure pin removably mounted to the rod for positioning, removing and replacing the at least one stone and for applying acupressure to said person's body.

Abstract: The invention describes a massage device capable of providing several different sensual effects to the recipient of the massage.

Abstract: An electromagnetic massage head which may be used as part of a human massager preferably includes a strong electromagnetic rotating head fixed together with an electromagnetic screw. The electromagnetic screw is configured to rotate in an axial direction. The operation of the strong electromagnetic head can achieve the effect of knead, massage, knock and shake etc. when used to provide massage treatment.

Abstract: A device and method for applying compressive hot or cold therapy to a patient's body, including a handle and a frame connected to and extending from the handle. The frame includes two spaced apart support arms, the support arms each having an opening such that the openings in the support arms are collinear with one another. A roller having a central axis and a reservoir within its interior for retaining a thermal medium, the roller having a non-uniform cross-section along its length defining a thermally conductive external surface for transferring thermal energy from the thermal medium to the patient's body. At least one elongated member is operatively connected to the roller and extends longitudinally along the central axis beyond the periphery of the roller. The elongated member is received within the collinear openings of the spaced apart support arms to releasably and rotatably connect the roller to the frame.

Abstract: A massage machine includes a seat and a backrest, and a massage mechanism including a massaging element is provided within the backrest. The massaging element is connected to an arm of the massage mechanism and includes a heat transfer unit in which a heat source is contained and which is able to transfer to the user the heat transferred from the heat source. A rubbing roller is supported by the heat transfer unit on the arm.

Abstract: A massage machine includes a seat and a backrest, and a massage mechanism including a massaging element is provided within the backrest. The massaging element is provided on an arm of the massage mechanism and includes a first heat transfer unit in which a heat source is contained, a second heat transfer unit which is connected to the first heat transfer unit, and a rubbing roller which is supported by at least one of the first heat transfer unit and the second heat transfer unit. The configuration enables the first heat transfer unit to transfer to the user the heat transferred from the heat source and also enables the second heat transfer unit to transfer to the user the heat transferred from the first heat transfer unit.

Abstract: An apparatus for treating meibomian gland dysfunction caused by meibomian gland obstruction in order to restore the natural flow of secretion from the meibomian gland comprises the application of a combination of energy, suction, vibration, heat, aspiration, chemical agents and pharmacological agents to loosen and thereafter remove the obstructive material.

Abstract: “ROLLER FOR SKIN COOLING”, it consists essentially of a roller (1) having a hollow and hermetically closed cylindrical body (2), could be filled with water (A) or fluid propitious to the freezing, having as purpose the cooling of the skin in physiotherapic and/or aesthetic procedures, of easy application.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a chain stabilizing device which can fundamentally solve the phenomenon of extension of a chain during use of a hyperthermo-therapeutic apparatus and allow use of existing curved rails conforming to the shape of a user's body. The present invention is to provide an apparatus for stabilizing a chain in a hyperthermo-therapeutic apparatus, comprising a chain stabilization control unit for stably moving the chain at a constant level regardless of an upward/downward movement of a hyperthermo-therapeutic unit of the hyperthermo-therapeutic apparatus during forward/backward reciprocation of the hyperthermo-therapeutic unit; and a chain-tension control unit for adjusting a tension on the chain, which can be generated during the forward and backward reciprocation of the hyperthermo-therapeutic unit.

Abstract: A massage and/or dispensing device includes a body, and an applicator element intended to be placed in contact with a surface to be massaged and/or a surface to which a product is to be applied. The applicator element is movably retained in the body or mounted for movement relative to the body. The arrangement further includes a cooling arrangement which includes means of expanding a refrigerant liquefied gas directly in contact with the applicator element.

Abstract: The purpose of the present device is to provide a face massage roller, which has a means to fix the magnets and the ceramic part(s) firmly without using an adhesive, which can produce a good massaging performance for a long term, and which reduces the burden due to defects generated after the selling of the products. This problem is solved by a face massage roller, having a presser member, lying between a back lid and a frame part, in which two or more rollers are supported by shafts, and being fixed to the back lid by welding, in such a way that a far-infrared ray radiation material part is between the inner side surface of the back lid and the presser member, under the two or more rollers, and the presser member retains the far-infrared ray radiation material part on the inner side surface of the back lid by welding fixation.

Abstract: A packaging and applicator unit for a product including a container having lengthwise axis X, with the container capable of holding the product. The container is provided at a first end with an aperture intended to dispense the product, with the aperture closed in a reversible manner by a closure element. At a second end opposite the first, one or more rotatable skin massaging elements are mounted.

Abstract: The hot medicinal compress apparatus is a therapeutic and hearth care medical device which has heating, medicament and rolling functions. It includes a heater (2) and a cartridge (3) carrying a medicinal compress layer. The heater (2) includes a heating element and a heat conducting tube (4) in which the heating element is mounted and at both ends of which a front round step member (10) and a rear round step member (10?) having a through hole are respectively arranged; at another end of the front round step member (10), a washer and a demountable baffle ring (18) are provided and fixed by a screw nut (12), while at another end of the rear round step member (10?), a handle (1) is arranged, in which a through hole is provided and on which a control switch is mounted. The cartridge (3) is comprised of a metal tube (17) and a medicinal compress layer which is wrapped around the metal tube (17).

Abstract: The invention relates to a massage ball having temperature retention properties such that the user can warm or cool the ball prior to using and then roll the ball with the underside of the foot against a rigid surface to provide a massaging effect simultaneously with either a therapeutic warming or cooling effect to the foot, depending upon the need of the user.

Abstract: A thoraco-lumbar spine support/brace for correcting lateral spinal alignment. The brace comprises a frame member defined by two elongate bracing rods extending vertically in generally parallel relation to one another on opposed sides of the body of the wearer that extend generally from the wearer's shoulders to pelvis. Extending across the uppermost ends of the bracing rods is a posterior traction belt. At least two anterior traction slings are provided that extend across an intermediate portion of the bracing rods. A pelvic arch is further provided that extends across the bottom-most ends of the opposed bracing rod members. The posterior traction belt, anterior traction slings and pelvic arch may all be selectively positioned to impart a desired physiological orientation of the waerer's spine, and can be utilized to treat a given condition such as abnormal thoracic kyphosis, pelvic inclination and lumbar lordosis.

Abstract: A manual cold therapy foot massage device, which consists of a long cylindrical rod that is hollow in nature. Two rollers connected to each end of the cylindrical rod are wider in diameter than the cylindrical rod allowing the device to roll back and forth easily over a flat surface while being used. The cylindrical rod is filled with a non-freezable gel and wrapped with a flexible reusable cold compress that is also gel filled. The device can be placed in the freezer to reduce the gel filled cylinder and cold compress to freezing temperatures and removed for treatment to provide an ice therapy massage for the bottom of the foot or other affected areas.

Abstract: A lie-down massager includes a base frame having an elongated top panel, through which an elongated top opening is formed centrally and lengthwise, a rider provided below the elongated top panel of the base frame, a guide member movably engaged between the base frame and the rider so as to enable the rider to make a horizontally reciprocal movement relative to the base frame, massage bumps that move vertically and/or horizontally along the elongated top opening of the elongated top panel of the base frame, and a lifter that holds the massage bumps and adjusts the height of the massage bumps. The lifter includes a hydraulic actuator that vertically moves the massage bumps, and a hydraulic controller that controls operation of the hydraulic actuator by controlling hydraulic oil flow on both sides of a plunger inside the hydraulic actuator.

Abstract: A lie-down massager comprises a frame having an elongated top panel with an elongated opening, a rider below the top panel, a guide member movably engaged between the base frame and the rider to enable the rider to make a horizontal reciprocation relative to the frame, and a lifter moving vertically relative to the rider. A shaft is rotatably engaged to the rider and eccentrically connected to a cam so the shaft rotation generates an eccentric rotation of the cam defined by an inner disk, an outer ring, and ball bearings circularly provided between the inner and outer disks where an outer rim of the outer ring abuts to a bottom of the lifter so the shaft rotating further generates vertical reciprocation of the lifter relative to the rider by the eccentric rotation of the cam.

Abstract: A lie-down massager includes a base frame having an elongated top panel, through which an elongated top opening is formed centrally and lengthwise, a rider provided below the elongated top panel of the base frame, a guide member movably engaged between the base frame and the rider so as to enable the rider to make a horizontally reciprocal movement relative to the base frame, massage bumps that move vertically and/or horizontally along the elongated top opening of the elongated top panel of the base frame, and a lifter that holds the massage bumps and adjusts the height of the massage bumps. The lifter includes two vertical screws that rotates together by a chain and two nuts engaging with the screws so that rotating the screws lift or lower the nuts thereby adjusting the height of the massage bumps. A motor rotates the screws via a worm gear.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bed type hot compress and acupressure apparatus using a means for controlling a location of a hyperthermo-radiative device wherein a moving location of the hyperthermo-radiative device can be controlled based on an actually moved distance of the hyperthermo-radiative device.

Abstract: A lie-down massager includes a base frame having an elongated top panel, through which an elongated top opening is formed centrally and lengthwise, a rider, a guide member movably engaged between the base frame and the rider so as to enable the rider to make a horizontally reciprocal movement, massage bumps that move vertically and horizontally along the top opening, and a lifter that holds the massage bumps and adjusts the height of the massage bumps. The lifter includes a top member, a bottom member, a screw shaft and a motor. The screw shaft engages with a nut block and the nut block is connected with the top member by two links so that rotation of the screw shaft is converted into horizontal movement of the nut block, and the horizontal movement of the nut block is converted into vertical movement of the top member.

Abstract: A base for warming massage nodes of a hand-held therapeutic device includes a housing, terminals connectable to a power supply, a seat for seating the massage nodes, and a heating circuit positioned to provide heat proximate to the massage nodes when the massage nodes are seated in the seat. The massage nodes can comprise an outer layer of stainless steel or iron and a core of material other than or in addition to air. The core absorbs or retains heat for a preferably gradual release over time. A method for warming such massage nodes includes selectively disposing the massage nodes in the housing adjacent to a heater, energizing the heater, permitting the heater to warm the massage nodes, and separating the massage nodes from the heater. The massage nodes can be separated from the heater by a magnetic extraction using the hand-held therapeutic device.

Abstract: A sleeveless garment, namely a vest, in which the back of the garment and lining are sewn together in a manner that creates a series of horizontal compartments or channels, one above the other, from the bottom to the top of the garment. The garment size varies based upon the size of the user. The garment further contains pockets to store therapeutic massage tools during periods of non-use. The number of horizontal compartments or channels is based upon the size of the garment, etc, but are chosen to cover a majority of the user's backs. Therapeutic massage tools are placed in one or more of the horizontal compartments or channels from the inside of the back of the garment. Therapeutic massage tools may be placed in the horizontal compartments or channels that align with the location on the user's back where the user is experiencing pain or discomfort. Therapeutic massage tools may vary in type, size and consistency depending on the user's preference.

Abstract: A portable exercise device includes a U-shaped frame having two free ends opposite in location to each other. The two free ends are provided with a plurality of orientation rollers pivoted thereto, and a swivel arm pivoted thereto. The swivel arms of the two free ends are connected by an elastic belt and are provided with a plurality of pressure rollers pivoted thereto. As the U-shaped frame is moved in all directions by an exerciser, the orientation rollers and the pressure rollers roll over the waist and the belly of the exerciser.

Abstract: Exercise is performed and an exerciser device is designed so that they use a massage belt with at least two ends and a chain of ovals composed of ceramic, crystals, wood, plastic or ferromagnetic materials, while a user holds one end of the belt and applies a punching imitating movement, while the other end offers resistance each arm alternating creates resistance to the other arm's motion.