Belt Retained On Body Trunk Patents (Class 601/71)
  • Patent number: 11896545
    Abstract: A garment assembly includes a sleeve member having outer and inner surfaces, a first vibration assembly associated with the sleeve member, and a control module associated with the sleeve member. The first vibration assembly includes a plurality of vibration motors that are arranged in a circle about a center point. An angular distance between each vibration motor of the plurality of vibration motors is approximately the same. The control module includes a battery, and the first vibration assembly is in electrical communication with the control module.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Assignee: Therabody, Inc.
    Inventors: Eduardo Merino, Benjamin Nazarian, Jaime Sanchez Solana
  • Patent number: 11607364
    Abstract: The invention discloses a stimulation device comprising: a belt (10) containing at least two vibration modules (5, 7, 9), wherein each of the at least two vibration modules (5, 7, 9) comprises: a pod (4) with a casing (6, 26) and a vibration pad (24) arranged within the casing (6, 26), and a vibration motor (20) with a flywheel (28) within the housing (6, 26), a control panel (15) operating said vibration motors (20) of the at least two vibration modules (5, 7, 9); wherein the vibration motors (20) are mounted to the vibration pad (24) via at least one elastic motor housing (22). The invention further discloses the use of such a device for treating hypoventilation and respiratory depression and a method of treating hypoventilation and respiratory depression by fastening a belt (10) to the abdomen of a user and operating the belt (10), wherein the at least two vibration modules are externally applied to an abdominal region of a user to stimulate the diaphragm, to enhance pulmonary function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2023
    Assignee: Satina Medical UG
    Inventors: Jim Lazarides, Zisi Fotev, Jörg Pötzsch, Heiner Finken
  • Patent number: 11213451
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a mask having a massage function and a mask system including the same. According to the present invention, the mask having the massage function comprises: a mask body; and a massage unit coupled to the mask body, wherein the massage unit includes: a massage pad; and a pad driving part for allowing the massage pad to move in one direction while pressing the skin of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2022
    Assignee: HUMACCOS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Dong Hwan Kim, Tae Sik Shon
  • Patent number: 11209904
    Abstract: A tactile stimulation providing device includes: a wearing part having a first side and a second side that is the opposite side of the first side, wherein actuators are disposed between the first side and the second side; a first main band having one end located in the vicinity of the first side of the wearing part and the other end fastenable to the vicinity of the second side of the wearing part; and a sub-band having one end located in the vicinity of a third side of the wearing part and the other end fastenable to the vicinity of the third side of the wearing part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2021
    Assignee: BHAPTICS INC.
    Inventors: Kiuk Gwak, Younghun Ko, Wonho Yu
  • Patent number: 11039980
    Abstract: A system, method and device for providing sound-based therapies to a user. The system, method, and device employ an initial measurement about a user (either or both distances on said user's head or recorded sound), a determination of a resonant frequency, and a wearable actuator affixed on said user's person with the ability to provide a unique resonant frequency to the user. The aspects disclosed herein may also incorporate microphones to optimize and monitor the treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2021
    Assignee: Third Wave Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Paramesh Gopi, Bryant Lin, Peter Hwang
  • Patent number: 10966902
    Abstract: A lung gas exchange device includes a front housing, at least one strap configured to affix the front housing to an anterior neck of a user, a vibration device positioned within the front housing, a wear plate configured to transfer vibration from the vibration device to the anterior neck of the user, a power source configured to provide power to the vibration device, a power control mechanism configured to allow a user to turn on and off the vibration device; and a central processing unit board connected to the power control mechanism, the power source, and the vibration device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Inventor: Eric William Brader
  • Patent number: 10888258
    Abstract: A device and method for collecting blood from an anatomical feature of a mammalian subject, the device including a vibrating plate assembly structured and arranged to retain the anatomical feature, a first biasing device releasably attachable to the vibrating plate assembly, a housing portion releasably connectable to the vibrating plate assembly, and a plurality of vibrating motors located beneath the vibrating plate assembly, such that vibrations translated to the anatomical feature enhance blood collection, such that the first biasing device constricts blood flow to the collection point on the anatomical feature, causing blood to pool therein, and low frequency and/or high amplitude vibrations cause vasodilation, encouraging blood flow through the capillaries at the collection point.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2021
    Assignee: Paulus Holdings Limited
    Inventors: Taufeeq Elahi Diju, Ronan Ryan
  • Patent number: 10610142
    Abstract: A device and method for collecting blood from a mammalian digit, the device including a rigid cradle portion structured and arranged to retain the digit, a first biasing device releasably attachable to the cradle portion, a housing portion releasably connectable to the cradle portion, and a plurality of vibrating motors located beneath the cradle portion within the housing portion, such that vibrations translated to the digit enhance blood collection, such that the first biasing device constricts blood flow to the collection point on the digit, causing blood to pool therein, and low frequency and/or high amplitude vibrations cause vasodilation, encouraging blood flow through the capillaries at the collection point.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Assignee: Paulus Holdings Limited
    Inventors: Taufeeq Elahi Diju, Ronan Ryan
  • Patent number: 10561569
    Abstract: An eye massager includes an eyeshade and a head band connected with the eyeshade. The eyeshade is provided with two massage boards, and the two massage boards are arranged symmetrically and move synchronously. The eyeshade includes an eyeshade casing, the two massage boards are located on an outer wall of an inner side of the eyeshade casing, and the eyeshade casing is provided therein with a driving assembly configured to drive the two massage boards. The driving assembly includes a motor, a gear assembly driven by the motor, a transmission shaft driven via the gear assembly, and two eccenter assemblies arranged at two ends of the transmission shaft respectively. The two massage boards are respectively fixed on the two eccenter assemblies, and are enabled to swing when being driven by the eccenter assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Assignee: Shenzhen Breo Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Xuejun Ma
  • Patent number: 10512586
    Abstract: A system for vision rehabilitation therapy includes a controller, a laser generator for generating a laser beam with a cyclic frequency-varying laser pulse train having a frequency range of 10 Hz˜35 Hz, and a light spot regulating device for forming a light spot with a diameter of about 20 mm and a laser power density of less than 1.5 mW/cm2. A blade is disposed in front of the laser generator and shaped to block or unblock the laser beam as the blade rotates. A speed regulating motor is provided to regulate rotation speed of the blade through a drive circuit. A pair of virtual reality three-dimensional glasses is provided to generate a virtual reality three-dimensional green scenery, and a massage device is provided to massage acupoints around the eyes and on the head of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Inventor: Rayer Lavonne Lee
  • Patent number: 10441743
    Abstract: An infant garment is disclosed that can provide certain vibrations, in an evenly distributed manner, that can mimic patting and massaging of the infant, thereby providing a calming effect to the infant and promote relaxation and sleep and further prevent irritability, fussing, crying, and screaming, among other advantages. In particular, the infant garment can include a first compartment disposed in a middle region of the garment, wherein the compartment can also include a first flap and a second flap, and wherein the first flap at least partially overlaps the second flap. In addition, the infant garment may also include a second compartment disposed within the first compartment, wherein the second compartment is elastic. Further, the infant garment may also include a vibrating electronic device disposed within the elastic second compartment and secured therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2019
    Inventor: Collin Michael McKamy
  • Patent number: 10335344
    Abstract: Provided is a technology of a handy type and small-sized massage appliance. In the massage appliance, the vibrating section which is brought in contact with the user's skin and applies vibration is covered by the dual-structured cladding material having a high flexibility. Therefore, the original massage effect such as the promotion of bloodstream, the removal of the body wastes, and recovery from fatigue can be exerted without giving damage on a sensitive diseased part or the skin. There are provided a motor 5, a vibrating piece 8 which is rotatably driven by the motor, a vibrator body 2 which includes the case 9 accommodating these components, a soft cover 20 which surrounds the outer surface of the case, and a super-soft resin 40 which is interposed between the outer surface of the case and the soft cover and integrates the case and the soft cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Assignee: TENGA CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Tsutomu Matsuura
  • Patent number: 10065055
    Abstract: A human wearable mask includes a skirt for directly contacting a human wearer and a sound conduction component on the skirt. The sound conduction component can provide an alert notification within high-noise environments while allowing ambient sounds to be heard over the conduction speakers. The sound conduction component may be used to reproduce audio for firefighters and other users who need radio communications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2018
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher Scott Larsen
  • Patent number: 9918895
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for use of apparatus for applying targeted stimulation at or adjacent the base of the area of the glans of the penis, wherein the apparatus comprises a contact portion having a first contact surface conforming substantially to the longitudinal profile of the penis, the contact portion further having a second contact surface, raised, in use, inwardly of the first contact surface towards the penis, to project in use into positive engagement with the area at or adjacent the base of the glans of the penis are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2018
    Assignee: AURIS MEDICAL LIMITED
    Inventor: Antonios Camille Zamar
  • Patent number: 9737458
    Abstract: Disclosed is a prostate massager that includes a first section connected to a second section. The first section can bend relative to the second section at various angles to optimize prostate stimulation. Each of the first section and the second section includes a vibrating unit that can facilitate massaging. The vibrating unit can be controlled via a control switch that is operatively connected to a printed circuit board. The printed circuit board can include a network interface for connecting the massager to an external user device to remotely control the massager.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Inventors: Eddy Olivares, Dan Liu
  • Patent number: 9539170
    Abstract: The lacrimal duct therapy device includes a frame assembly and an actuator assembly mounted on the frame assembly. The actuator assembly includes a contact assembly and a motor assembly configured to drive the contact assembly. The contact assembly includes at least one cam member having a base portion and a lobe portion and at least one arm member. The at least one cam member is mounted on a rod member attached to the motor assembly for rotation therewith. The at least one cam member bears against a leg member pivotally attached to the frame assembly, the leg member terminating in a knob bearing against the user's lacrimal duct region. Actuation of the motor periodically pivots the leg member so that the knob massages the lacrimal duct.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Inventor: Hamdah J. S. Adaie
  • Patent number: 9286782
    Abstract: A system and method are described herein for a sensor device which biomechanically detects in real-time a user's movement state and posture and then provides real-time feedback to the user based on the user's real-time posture. The feedback is provided through immediate sensory feedback through the sensor device (e.g., a sound or vibration) as well as through an avatar within an associated application with which the sensor device communicates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: LUMO BodyTech, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Robert Chang, Monisha Perkash, C. Charles Wang, Andreas Martin Hauenstein
  • Patent number: 9233048
    Abstract: A waterproof hand-held electric breast massager includes a casing, a driving motor, a power supply element and a massaging member. The sealing cover is disposed at one end of the tubal body and at least one a protrusion at another end of the tubal body. The bottom body further has a conductive sheet, and at least one a positioning slot around a hollow portion of the bottom body. When the positioning slot of the bottom body is aligned with the protrusion, the bottom body can be inserted into the tubal body. The driving motor is mounted in the tubal body, and the driving motor has a first and a second conductive parts. The first conductive part and the conductive sheet make contact with each other. The massaging member has a bowl-like shape and a lip with an elastic curved surface at a circumference edge such that the casing is disposed perpendicular with the lip of the massaging member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2016
    Inventor: Dong-Her Wu
  • Patent number: 9226871
    Abstract: A handheld device for providing sexual stimulation includes a plurality of paddles contained by an attachment which can be mounted on a shaft driven by a motor of the device. Different attachments may have different numbers of paddles, and the paddles may be placed differently on different attachments or may have different shapes, among other variations in the paddles. The device is battery-operated, and a charging connection through the device housing is offered through a septum, providing a water-resistant enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Inventor: Eric P. Weller
  • Publication number: 20150141882
    Abstract: The invention relates to an improved cranial device with a rotary inclination detector, including a container box which can be secured to the cranium of sleeping person and which contains an electric motor and an eccentric counterweight coupled thereto, forming a vibrator. The device also includes a battery or a battery holder for at least one battery, which is provided with two axially opposed projecting contacts or studs. The container box is provided with inclined formations with dielectric properties, on which the battery or battery holder can roll by means of the studs thereof, and two electric contacts on which the inclined formations terminate, such that, when the battery holder is placed on the electric contacts, the motor circuit is closed, thereby activating the vibrator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2014
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventors: Daniel OREJA PUERTO, Jordi RIGAU RIGAU, Joaquin J. DURAN CANTOLLA
  • Patent number: 8894593
    Abstract: A massaging device includes a base part, vibrators configured to be brought into contact with target parts of a user and to massage the target parts with vibration, and springs each including a first end fixed to the base part and a second end attached to the corresponding one of the vibrators. The spring constants of the springs are set based on skin stress of the target parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Shiseido Company, Ltd.
    Inventors: Kazuyuki Ikeyama, Mieko Nasu, Hiroshi Fukui, Takuya Saiwaki
  • Patent number: 8814813
    Abstract: The invention relates to an improved cranial device with a rotary inclination detector, including a container box which can be secured to the cranium of sleeping person and which contains an electric motor and an eccentric counterweight coupled thereto, forming a vibrator. The device also includes a battery or a battery holder for at least one battery, which is provided with two axially opposed projecting contacts or studs. The container box is provided with inclined formations with dielectric properties, on which the battery or battery holder can roll by means of the studs thereof, and two electric contacts on which the inclined formations terminate, such that, when the battery holder is placed on the electric contacts, the motor circuit is closed, thereby activating the vibrator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignees: Sibel, S.A., Administracion General de la Comunidad Autonoma de Euskadi
    Inventors: Daniel Oreja Puerto, Jordi Rigau Rigau, Joaquin Jose Duran Cantolla
  • Patent number: 8758279
    Abstract: A device is taught that rejuvenates the skin of a users brow, eyes and body which consists of a vibrating sheet. The vibrating sheet of flexible contains a series of holes through the surface in a parallel array. An acrylic sphere partially passes through each hole permitting containment therein. A layer of silicone, the same thickness as the sheet, sandwiches the spheres, and a coin-sized vibrating motor powered by a battery is adhered to the body with a belt member retaining the device onto the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Karnwie-Tuah
  • Patent number: 8262631
    Abstract: A therapeutic device includes an elastomeric outer shell configured as a human hand and defining an interior area, the outer shell having a finger end opposite a wrist end. The device includes a pocket in the interior area, the pocket being defined by an inner wall. An endplate is coupled to the outer shell and coupled to the inner wall to define a closed area between the outer shell and pocket, the endplate having an opening for allowing access to the pocket. A fill material is positioned in the closed area. The device includes a vibrating unit removably positioned in the pocket through the endplate opening, the vibrating unit having a lock complementary to a catch to couple the vibrating unit to the endplate, the vibrating unit having a vibrating motor in electrical communication with a power source and a switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Inventor: Rebecca Wilson Macsovits
  • Patent number: 8142373
    Abstract: A system and method that utilizes a massaging apparatus specifically for a person's temples with the expressed purpose of providing relaxation and headache relief, is herein disclosed. The apparatus is configured as a headband with battery-powered massagers at the temples. The apparatus is supported both with minimal elasticity from the headband and with ear supports. Power is supplied to the massagers from a rechargeable battery pack that can be worn about the arm or alternately the waist and is electrically tethered to the headband. Each small disc-shaped temple massager is separately powered by a small motor that produces the massaging effect which is intended to reproduce the sensation of rubbing/massaging the temples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Inventor: Carol W. Riles
  • Patent number: 8092406
    Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus having an expanse of material that can be adjustably wrapped around a portion of a user's body and which is securable thereon. Various therapeutic components can be attached to the material expanse in numerous positions, such that when it is secured on the user, the components direct the therapy to the area of need. Therapeutic components may include for example, pressure-creating devices, hot and cold packs and rigid support pieces. One or more flexible straps, each having an attachment mechanism to allow direct attachment to the material expanse at a plurality of positions can also be provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2012
    Assignee: Ossur hf
    Inventor: Robert M. Gorsen
  • Patent number: 8038587
    Abstract: A resistance training and massage method simultaneously provides resistance training and massage. A vibrating strap is formed into a loop to extend around a body portion of a user. The strap is displaceable as the user exerts a pulling force on the strap. A motor is coupled to the strap and displaceable along with the strap as the user exerts a pulling force on the strap. The motor imparts vibration to the strap. Resistance means is coupled to the motor for elastically resisting displacement of the motor and the strap, and providing a resistance force to the pulling force exerted by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2011
    Inventor: Robert Walter Heck
  • Publication number: 20100292531
    Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus to be worn by a user for providing sexual stimulus to a partner of the user. The apparatus comprises a harness to be worn by the user and a vibrating body supported by the harness. The vibrating body has at least one protrusion extending therefrom. The apparatus further comprises a pad securable to the vibrating body. The pad has at least one void corresponding to the at least one protrusion. The at least one void surrounds the at least one protrusion when the pad is secured to the vibrating body. The pad also has a bearing surface for transmitting vibrations from the vibrating body and the at least one protrusion to a surface of the user's partner's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2009
    Publication date: November 18, 2010
    Inventor: Natasha Yee Beaulieu
  • Patent number: 7416519
    Abstract: A resistance training and massage apparatus simultaneously provides resistance training and massage. A vibrating strap is formed into a loop to extend around a body portion of a user. The strap is displaceable as the user exerts a pulling force on the strap. A motor is coupled to the strap and displaceable along with the strap as the user exerts a pulling force on the strap. The motor imparts vibration to the strap. Resistance means is coupled to the motor for elastically resisting displacement of the motor and the strap, and providing a resistance force to the pulling force exerted by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2008
    Inventor: Robert W. Heck
  • Patent number: 7416536
    Abstract: A chest vibrating device for assisting in loosening of obstructions in the lungs or air way of a human user suffering from respiratory ailments such as cystic fibrosis, which has a rigid frame which is positioned around, and clamped onto the user's chest, the rigid frame transferring to the user vibrations generated by a motor rotating an off-set weight, where the vibrations assist in loosening obstructions in the lungs or air way of the user. Pads adjustable in orientation and position radiate inwardly from the rigid frame to contact the user's chest from opposite sides of the chest and hold the chest in place, the pads adjusting to comfortably contact and effectively transmit vibrations to users of varying gender and size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2008
    Inventor: Marten Jan DeVlieger
  • Publication number: 20080021354
    Abstract: A device for increasing focus by inducing alternating tactile stimulations in a person is disclosed. The device aids a persons ability to think clearly while reading, writing and thinking. The device includes a master vibrating element and a slave vibrating element. The person places the master vibrating element in his left pocket and the slave vibrating device in his right pocket. When the device is activated the following occurs in sequence: the master vibrating element vibrates, pauses, the slave vibrating element vibrates, pauses, the master vibrating element vibrates, pauses, the slave vibrating element vibrates, pauses, and so forth, until the device is deactivated. The master and slave vibrating elements are preferably of a hand-held size and shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2006
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Inventor: David Abel Ostrov
  • Publication number: 20070299374
    Abstract: A vibratory exercise device comprises a control unit adapted to determine when to provide vibratory cues, wherein the control unit is adapted to divide the duration of a cue pattern period into a plurality of segments, and to assign vibratory cues to one or more of the plurality of segments. The vibratory exercise device also comprises a vibration actuator coupled to the control unit and adapted to provide vibratory cues in response to control signals received from the control unit at the start of each segment assigned a vibratory cue, and a housing adapted to house the control unit and the vibration actuator, wherein a user is able to feel the vibratory cues when in contact with the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2006
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Applicant: LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION
    Inventors: Phillip E. Gesotti, Nicholas J. Nagumy, Amy J. McCullough
  • Patent number: 6958047
    Abstract: A chest vibrating device including a frame, shoulder pads, chest pad and back pad. The frame being configured to fit around an upper body of a user. The shoulder pads extending from the frame to rest the frame on shoulders of the user. The chest pad extending from a front inside of the frame towards a chest of the user. The back pad extending from a rear inside of the frame towards a back of the user. The vibrating unit attached to the frame which produces a vibration that travels from the vibrating unit, through the frame onto the chest pad and at least one back pad.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2005
    Inventor: Marten Jon. DeVlieger
  • Patent number: 6929612
    Abstract: A battery operated flexible massage device includes a ball-and-socket modular plastic spine and an electric vibrator unit, covered by a flexible foam tube. The tube containing the spine and the vibrator unit is covered with a padded fabric cylindrical shell. The ends of the shell are provided with zippers which allow access to battery compartments. According to the presently preferred embodiment, the vibrator unit is centrally located adjacent to the flexible plastic spine. Two battery compartments are provided, one at each end of the tube, each for containing two AA batteries. A control switch is mounted adjacent to one of the battery compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2005
    Assignee: Ingenious Designs LLC
    Inventor: Joy Mangano
  • Patent number: 6790189
    Abstract: An erection support ring includes a ring body, fabricated of soft rubber such as copolymerized rubber, swollen elastomer, or silicone rubber, and having an insert hole that elastically constricts a penis, and a cavity into which a small vibrator is removably placed. The ring body has a projection integrally formed therewith projecting in a direction in parallel with the center axis of the insert hole of the ring body. The small vibrator housed in the cavity vibrates, thereby providing stimulation at a comfortable level to the penis, leading the penis to erection, maintaining the erection of the penis, and finally inducing the penis to ejaculation. The vibration of the small vibrator is transferred to female sexual organs, thereby contributing to enhancing sexually pleasurable sensation to both of the male and the female.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2004
    Assignee: Jex Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Katsuyoshi Kobayashi, Yasuo Morifuji
  • Publication number: 20040068212
    Abstract: A chest vibrating device including a frame, shoulder pads, chest pad and back pad. The frame being configured to fit around an upper body of a user. The shoulder pads extending from the frame to rest the frame on shoulders of the user. The chest pad extending from a front inside of the frame towards a chest of the user. The back pad extending from a rear inside of the frame towards a back of the user. The vibrating unit attached to the frame which produces a vibration that travels from the vibrating unit, through the frame onto the chest pad and at least one back pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2002
    Publication date: April 8, 2004
    Inventor: Marten Jon DeVlieger
  • Patent number: 6645128
    Abstract: An exercise belt which includes resilient connectors which connect a back panel with overlapping front panels, said overlapping front panels containing compressible hemispherical protruding elements which apply localized pressure to the abdomen of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2003
    Inventor: Kyung Man Hur
  • Publication number: 20030204152
    Abstract: A trouser-type massager mainly comprises a trouser architecture, a plurality of low-frequency wave generators and flexible massage pads, and a conductive cord. In the trouser architecture, a plurality of flexible massage pads is mounted to surround a user's thighs and buttocks. Through the conductive cord buried in a trouser seam, the low-frequency generators can be connected with the circuits of the flexible massage pads so as to create waves to massage human body via the silicon film of the massage pads.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2002
    Publication date: October 30, 2003
    Inventor: Sam Tsai
  • Publication number: 20030073940
    Abstract: A vibrator apparatus is provided. The vibrator apparatus includes a body weight support to support the body weight of a subject. The body weight support is attached to at least one arm, which includes a first arm portion and a second arm portion. The second arm is adjustably positionable with respect to the first arm portion. The vibrator apparatus also includes a vibrator assembly mounted on the second arm portion of the arm. The second arm portion is positionable relative to the first arm portion to engage an abdominal region of the subject and apply localized inwardly-directed mechanical vibrations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2002
    Publication date: April 17, 2003
    Inventor: Yehuda Zicherman
  • Patent number: 6511446
    Abstract: A massage bead structure with heat application effect, more especially a press bead disposed with a vibrating wave-making massage apparatus for heat application, mainly has a semi-circular bead formed by a round canopy case body embedded with a vibrating wave generator therein and clamped outwardly with a heating piece composed by a ceramic-made electric resistance of positive temperature coefficient; the entire structure is inserted and connected to a leather mat plane in the shape of a fabric piece and formed into a plurality of beads arranged in rows; the heat wave produced from the said heat generator and transmitted through the round canopy case body is capable of synchronously massaging and being applied to the acupoint portion to obtain the complementary effect of physical therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2003
    Inventor: Chia-Hsiung Wu
  • Patent number: 6350249
    Abstract: A vibrator apparatus is provided. The vibrator apparatus includes a body weight support to support the body weight of a subject. The body weight support is attached to at least one arm, which includes a first arm portion and a second arm portion. The second arm is adjustably positionable with respect to the first arm portion. The vibrator apparatus also includes a vibrator assembly mounted on the second arm portion of the arm. The second arm portion is positionable relative to the first arm portion to engage an abdominal region of the subject and apply localized inwardly-directed mechanical vibrations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Assignee: Advanced Dialysis Methods, Ltd.
    Inventor: Yahuda Zicherman
  • Patent number: 6338721
    Abstract: The vibrator includes a selectively powered vibrating casing, on which an arch is mounted, the combination of the arch with the casing forming a closed loop. A resilient and flexible strap extends through the loop thus created, the strap being bored at its two end portions and being engaged by the two arms of the arcuate arch. The strap is slidable along the two arms of the arch, so that its position be adjustable relative to both the vibrating casing and the upper web of the arch itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2002
    Inventor: Maurice Lebecque
  • Patent number: 6022328
    Abstract: An electric multi-positional massage apparatus adapted to accommodate selected regions of the human anatomy. The massage apparatus employs conventional contractor's wire as the basic foundation for construction. Plural electric motors, having offset weights, are utilized to induce opposed distorted-harmonic vibrations in the apparatus. The apparatus is designed with flexible arm and leg portions which have hook and loop fasteners attached thereto. Incorporation of electric motor control switches on the flexible arm and leg portions allow for hands free operation during the massage process. An electric heating tape is provided to, optionally, supply heat to the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2000
    Inventor: Scott M. Hailey
  • Patent number: 6007501
    Abstract: A therapeutic massaging apparatus having a pair of resilient balls adjustably positioned in a flexible container, wherein a strap assembly is connected to opposing ends of the container so as to maintain the container in a pre-selected position upon the user. The present invention also integrates other therapeutic principals by utilizing a pocket formed in the container for allowing the user to enjoy the benefits of traditional acupressure therapy while simultaneously enjoying the well known therapeutic effects of magnetism, gemstones, crystals and/or herbs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 28, 1999
    Inventors: Rick Henry Cabados, Susan Ann Burke
  • Patent number: 5902256
    Abstract: A hot and cold massaging unit (10) comprises a housing (12) having a receptacle (26) therein. A plurality of vibrators (36) are surrounded by padding (34) in the housing. A plurality of gel packs (32) which are capable of retaining heat and cold, are insertable within receptacle (26) which is then closable by a zipper (28). Gel packs (32) can therefor also be removed from and replaced in the receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 11, 1999
    Assignee: JB Research, Inc.
    Inventor: Teri Benaron
  • Patent number: 5848980
    Abstract: A hoop shaped massage apparatus and method is provided, and more particularly a versatile massage apparatus with a hoop shaped handle and a universal bracket for receiving a conventional massage unit. The hand held hoop is preferably attached to a conventional "off the shelf" commercially available vibrator. The hoop is adjustably sized to encircle a person's torso, trunk, shoulders or any other portion of the body. The vibrator is removably attached to the hoop by a bracket that includes a hook and loop fastener strap and tabs to hold the massage unit in place. Additionally, the bracket mounts upon the hoop. The hoop is positioned around a selected body area of a user to conveniently and comfortably apply pressure to the massaged portion of the user's body. The hoop acts as guides and leverage arms, aiding the user in applying massage pressure to the massaged area of the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 15, 1998
    Inventor: Donald A. Demerais
  • Patent number: 5823913
    Abstract: A device for exercising the abdominal muscles and method comprising an informing unit having a sensor, an announciator with a signal-controlling circuit board and a signal reproducer, and elements to enable positioning and retaining the informing unit on the user's belly. The abdominal muscles are exercised by flexing them using the information from the sensor. These attract the user's attention to the exercising of abdominal muscles, by reproducing an exercise command or musical note, serving to indicate to the user to contract muscles, and stop the command, therefore resulting in more efficient development of the abdominal muscles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Inventors: Alexander S. Aruin, Leonid M. Raitsin
  • Patent number: 5767634
    Abstract: A pulse action facial massager apparatus including a headset assembly for mounting to a user's head. A pair of flexible extension fingers extending from opposite sides of the headset assembly each of which is operably coupled to a vibrating device each generating an independent vibrating action. A tip portion of each extension finger is manually movable for selected contact at independent portions of the user's head. Hence, the respective vibrating device transmits the vibrating action thereof along the extension finger to the respective tip portion. Each vibrating device includes a motor that is controlled by an electronic controller mounted on the headset assembly. The controller permits user-variation of the repetition rate and duty cycle of the motors. This permits the user to vary the vibrational patterns produced by the present invention. In an automatic mode, duty cycle is automatically varied by a sawtooth waveform to produce a dynamically changing pattern of massage intensity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Assignee: The Sharper Image
    Inventors: Charles E. Taylor, Blaine M. Smith
  • Patent number: 5749838
    Abstract: A posture training device (100) includes a frame (102) and a module (116) floatingly engaged with the frame (102). The device (100) can be held snugly against the backbone of a person by a belt (122) or garment (124), such that an increase in curvature of the backbone in either the midsagittal plane or a transverse plane moves the module (116) relative to the frame (102). When the module (116) has been moved sufficiently to indicate a poor posture position, a tactile signal generator (160, 162) within the module (116) is activated to vibrate, thereby alerting the person that he or she has assumed a poor posture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1998
    Inventor: Daniel S. Kline
  • Patent number: 5611771
    Abstract: A pulse action facial massager apparatus including a headset assembly for mounting to a user's head. A pair of flexible extension fingers extending from opposite sides of the headset assembly each of which is operably coupled to a vibrating device each generating an independent vibrating action. A tip portion of each extension finger is manually movable for selected contact at independent portions of the user's head. Hence, the respective vibrating device transmits the vibrating action thereof along the extension finger to the respective tip portion. Each vibrating device includes a motor that is controlled by an electronic controller mounted on the headset assembly. The controller permits user-variation of the repetition rate and duty cycle of the motors. This permits the user to vary the vibrational patterns produced by the present invention. In an automatic mode, duty cycle is automatically varied by a sawtooth waveform to produce a dynamically changing pattern of massage intensity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 18, 1997
    Assignee: Sharper Image Corporation
    Inventor: Charles E. Taylor