Abstract: In various embodiments, a carrying bag is disclosed which includes a one or more security panel assemblies comprising a first flexible material layer and a polymeric fiber matrix, such as a polymer fiber-based cut-resistant fabric, matrix or mesh. Various carrying straps are disclosed which include a first flexible fabric or webbing; and a second flexible fabric or webbing comprising a polymeric fiber matrix. Additional polymeric fibers, filaments, cables, threads or yarns may be included in the security panel assemblies and straps, such as cut-resistant monofilament and multifilament fibers comprised of a polyethylene such as ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMAWPE), high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE), or High Performance Polyethylene (HPPE), for example.

Abstract: An athletic garment generally includes a short member, a supporter, and a plurality of straps. The short member may include a front panel, rear panel, two side panels, and a waistband. The supporter is dimensioned to releasably receive an athletic protective cup. The straps are coupled to one end of the supporter and are attached to the opposing rear panel of the short member.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a shin guard sleeve that extends higher in a calf portion than in a shin portion of the shin guard sleeve. Additional aspects may include a shin guard sleeve having an apex located in the calf region of a wearer to provide a volume able to be filled by the calf region of the wearer. Further, aspects may include one or more maintainers affixed to the shin guard sleeve to further resist slipping of the shin guard sleeve.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a protective cup is disclosed. The apparatus includes a plurality of support members which may position the protective cup in a preferred position relative to a user's body, and secure the protective cup in the preferred position. The plurality of support members may connect to the protective cup or a protective support configured to receive the protective cup. The apparatus may be configured to protect the user's groin region, such as the user's crotch area, pubic bone and genitals. The apparatus may also be configured to protect the user's buttocks or legs, such as the user's hips, thighs, shins or knees.

Abstract: An integrally molded, multi-part athletic protector with a rigid upper core cup, a semi-rigid lower scrotal bridge joined to the lower edge of the rigid core cup and adapted for both longitudinal and lateral flexion, and a flexible marginal cushion lining the interior surfaces of the core cup and scrotal bridge with a rolled peripheral edge contoured to the user's body.

Abstract: Utility model of men underwear, which comprises, two symmetrical portions with the shell or bag jockstrap which has a bulge or lifting, wherein said jockstrap is framed by a elastic band, supporting the male genitals, its formed by two symmetrical sections that form a summit or apex with projecting upwards two sides, and with a triangular or trapezoidal form based on the convex arch, together determine the framed jockstrap, which is joined with the waistband, made of elastic band. Here include two frontal portions projected outward and limited by the bottom, where leg covered in the part where is joined, by the waistband in band-shape, thus forming an integral garment. Mentioned above seams will carry elastic bands or ribbons and underpants, symmetrically placed in strategic places, a perfect fit giving a proportionate appearance to the wearer comprise both in its back and frontal part, various modalities.

Abstract: An article of apparel, including a garment such as underwear, boxers, or briefs is provided that has an integral support system. The garment is configured to provide improved genital support while the wearer exercises, plays sports, or engages in a physical activity. The garment includes a portion configured as an article of clothing such as underwear, for example, made of cotton and spandex/elastane material, and includes a support pouch, a wide waistband, support straps slidingly disposed through retaining means, and other supportive features. Use of the garment can eliminate the need for the user to wear multiple support layers or uncomfortable compression underwear in order to gain adequate support while exercising, playing sports, or engaging in other physical activities.

Abstract: The invention is a support device for the male anatomy, comprising a pouch with an opening at the top for inserting the penis and testicles, a waistband to which the top front of the pouch is attached, and side straps. Each side strap is attached at one end to the waistband, and the side straps are attached at their other ends to substantially the same place on the top rear portion of the pouch.

Abstract: The invention is a support device for the male anatomy, comprising a pouch with an opening at the top for inserting the penis and testicles, a waistband to which the top front of the pouch is attached, and side straps. Each side strap is attached at one end to the waistband, and the side straps are attached at their other ends to substantially the same place on the top rear portion of the pouch.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a 3D ventilation device for separating body skin from clothes including an elastic meshed fabric, an elastic framework and a fixing device, wherein the 3D elastic framework which supports and holds the elastic meshed fabric, is fixed by the fixing device to locate between the skin and the clothes, so as to form a ventilative chamber for achieving the separation. Here, the elastic framework can be bent to adapt to different body shapes or portions and adjusted to provide most comfortable wearing angle, so that a proper air flowing can be achieved between the skin or the body portion and the clothes, thereby keeping the skin dry.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for thermally assisted urinary function is presented. The therapeutic pad (14) is composed of an upper thermal element (18) and a lower thermal element (19) having a portal (15), both elements substantially cup-shaped to cover and contact the groin. The therapeutic pad (14) is composed of a material sufficiently capable of storing energy from either an external or internal source. The therapeutic pad (14) communicates stored energy as heat to tissues comprising the groin and regions adjacent thereto. The portal (15) allows for the unimpeded flow of urine from the urinary tract into a receptacle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a stretchable sleeve having a medicinal section that can be loaded with a medicinal composition and a perforated section comprising a plurality of openings, wherein the medicinal section and the perforated section overlap, and wherein the sleeve is sized so that the interior surface of the medicinal section comfortably fits a body portion and the medicinal section contacts the body portion at the site of pain. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for preparing a sleeve by applying a medicinal composition to the inner surface of the medicinal section through the openings at the perforated section. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for relieving pain in a body portion by pulling the sleeve in an outside-out configuration straight up a body portion without having to roll and flip its exterior surface outside.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a protective cup is disclosed. The apparatus includes a plurality of support members which may position the protective cup in a preferred position relative to a user's body, and secure the protective cup in the preferred position. The plurality of support members may connect to the protective cup or a protective support configured to receive the protective cup. The apparatus may be configured to protect the user's groin region, such as the user's crotch area, pubic bone and genitals. The apparatus may also be configured to protect the user's buttocks or legs, such as the user's hips, thighs, shins or knees.

Abstract: A positioning structure for the male reproductive organ, and more particularly provides a positioning structure which contributes to the hygiene, health and comfort of the male reproductive organ, and mainly includes a main body, a spacing portion, a holding portion and a positioning portion, wherein the main body further comprises at least one lower retaining portion and a waistband portion. The present invention is able to avoid the pants crotch, and enables upwardly centrally fixing the position of the penis to prevent it from falling down to one side, thereby resolving the problems of ill health, unhygienic state and discomfort of the penis resulting from constant skin contact between the penis and the scrota, while at the same time effectively preventing the problem of compression deformation of the penis when an erection occurs when wearing tight-fitting pants.

Abstract: The scrotal support garment includes a fabric material that forms a cup to support a wearer's scrotal sack and contents thereof. The cup has a wide upper end that tapers to a narrow lower end. An elongated thong extends from the lower end of the cup. In one embodiment, the thong bifurcates to form left and right shoulder straps that are unitary members extending to opposite sides of the upper end of the cup. In another embodiment, the thong bifurcates to form a first portion of left and right shoulder straps. Elongated second portions of the left and right shoulder straps extend from opposite sides of the cup. The first and second portions are joined by adjustment straps or releasable fasteners, such as buckles, so that the length of the shoulder straps is adjustable.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a stretchable sleeve having a medicinal section that can be loaded with a medicinal composition and a perforated section comprising a plurality of openings, wherein the medicinal section and the perforated section overlap, and wherein the sleeve is sized so that the interior surface of the medicinal section comfortably fits a body portion and the medicinal section contacts the body portion at the site of pain. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for preparing a sleeve by applying a medicinal composition to the inner surface of the medicinal section through the openings at the perforated section. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for relieving pain in a body portion by pulling the sleeve in an outside-out configuration straight up a body portion without having to roll and flip its exterior surface outside.

Abstract: An undergarment for men providing an improved method of support for male genitalia during physical activity. The design comprises a wider pouch, a lowered V-waistband and a unique cross over sewing pattern for the leg straps which provide increased support and comfort for the wearer especially during activity. All parts of the design are made using a single type of cotton-lycra or microfiber fabric.

Abstract: An athletic cup that is convertible from a hard cup configuration to a soft cup configuration. The hard cup configuration can be used for contact sports or ball sports where maximum protection is needed. The cup can be converted to the soft cup configuration for non-contact sports where a lesser degree of protection is adequate. The cup comprises a hard cup and a soft cup that are detachably connected to each other to form the hard cup configuration. To convert to the soft cup configuration, the hard cup is detached and the soft cup is worn by itself.

Abstract: An underwear system has a basic support structure comprising a waistband supporting a pair of leg straps that cross in the crotch region, and provide for openings at the front and rear, defined by the leg straps. The leg straps also define side openings on which leggings can be supported. Various attachments can be secured to the basic leg strap structure for protecting both female and male bodily parts.

Abstract: An athletic protective cup supporter includes a waistband, a cup supporting pocket connected to the waistband, and a strap extending from the waistband to an end having a resilient clip.

Abstract: A male genitalia support garment has a posterior testicular strap portion extending from a waist band portion of the garment. The posterior testicular strap portion is designed to be positioned behind the scrotum and the testicles to provide support to the wearer's scrotal contents. The posterior testicular strap portion is made of a generally unyielding material in the dynamic state so that a constant, non-variable amount of support is provided to the wearer.

Abstract: The phimosis curing appliance according to the present invention allows a surplus prepuce in a pseudophimosis condition to be forcedly retracted toward a root of a human penis so that a glans of the penis can be surely kept in an exposed condition for a long time, and the appliance has a simplified structure suitable for standardization and mass production. The phimosis curing appliance 1 comprises an annulus waist holding belt 2 supportable on a human waist; a resiliently stretchable supporting belt 3 suspended from the waist holding belt to form a region through which the human penis extends; a resiliently stretchable traction belt 4 for connecting a rear portion 2b of the waist holding belt and the supporting belt; and a scrotum biasing zone 5 provided in a joint area of the supporting belt and the traction belt. An upper end portion of the supporting belt is connected to the waist holding belt and the scrotum biasing zone is drawn inward of the human groin by the traction belt.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a cold compress especially adapted for applying cooling effect to the human genitalia. The invention includes a holder that can fit around the waist of a human having a pouch for holding a cooling member. The cooling member can be easily inserted in and remove from the pouch, and a number of cooling members can be used, so that a constant cooling effect can be applied to the human genitalia for the purposes of relieving trauma.

Abstract: A cushioning pad, sized to be disposed about the inguinal area of a human male and to be worn for the support and protection of said area, contains a gel material to protect against both localized blows and chafing. The pad fits into a protective garment having a securing means for securing it about the inguinal area. In one embodiment, the pad further comprises an inner layer of gel material, an outer layer of gel material, and a layer of shaping material disposed therebetween. The layer of shaping material may be sized to be shorter and narrower than the inner layer and outer layer of gel material so that the layer of shaping material is completely interior to the cushioning pad, and no sharp or blunt plastic edges can come into contact with the body of the athlete.

Abstract: The penile traction device includes a preferably reusable or disposable foam pressure dissipation friction pad having a preferably felt-like backing positioned around the penile shaft for dissipating applied force and frictionally holding the device to the shaft. A weight supporting means has a strap that surrounds and transfers force to the pressure dissipation friction pad. The weight support strap receives force from a selective weight means. A resilient and/or shock absorbing connector can be placed between the weight support means and selective weight means. A two-section weight relief means is also connected to the selective weight means. A handle on the relief means allows the patient or attendant to manually lift all or a part of the weight from the weight support means. The two sections of the relief means are adjustable to vary the overall length of the relief means.

Abstract: An undergarment for separating the testicles from the penis when worn. The inventive device includes a main garment member having a top waist opening, and a pair of spaced apart leg openings. The main garment member has a genital opening located at the front of the main garment member. A cover panel having an outer opening is coupled to the main garment member. The cover panel is positioned on the front of the main garment member such that the cover member covers the genital opening of the main garment member. The cover panel and the front of the main garment member defining a genital space between them. The cover panel also has a pair elongate ducts extending along them with each the duct having opposite upper and lower openings.

Abstract: A male genitalia supporter has a posterior testicular strap portion extending from a waist band portion. The posterior testicular strap portion is designed to be positioned behind the scrotum and the testicles to provide support to the wearer's scrotal contents. The support is made of a generally unyielding material so that a constant, non-variable amount of support is provided to the wearer. A receptacle, made of an air-permeable and absorbent material, for accepting the male's genitalia is attached to the supporter.

Abstract: A jockstrap for fixing the position of a condom includes a waistband made of soft material. The rear portion and side portions of the waistband are provided with hook-and-loop fastener portions. A pouch portion is attached to the front portion of the waistband and extends to the rear portion of the waistband. A circular slot is provided at the front portion of the pouch portion in correspondence with the position of a user's penis. A tough seam is provided between the pouch portion and the circular slot. An adjusting strap is provided at the rear portion of the pouch portion in correspondence to a hook-and-loop fastener portion of the waistband. By this arrangement, the condom can be fixed onto the user's penis without being peeling off during intercourse.

Abstract: A male genitalia support has a posterior testicular strap portion extending from a waist band portion. The posterior testicular strap portion is designed to be positioned behind the scrotum and testicles to provide support to the wearer's cremaster muscles and spermatic cords. The support is made of a generally unyielding material so that a constant, non-variable amount of support is provided to the wearer. A receptacle, made of an air-permeable material, for accepting the male's genitalia may be attached to the support.

Abstract: A male under garment, particularly male boxer type underwear shorts is disclosed having an interior liner panel suspended from the frontal waist area and central crotch zone oil the garment to provide a loose fitting, suspensory support for depending male body portions.

Abstract: A rape prevention device including a belt adapted to encircle the waist of a wearer and a shield portion extending through the legs and crotch of the wearer from a rear region of the belt to a front region of the belt. The shield portion includes a plurality of shield segments adapted to cover the genitalia of the wearer.

Abstract: Briefs for the support of male genitalia comprise an inner pants having a hole at a front side of the inner pants such that the genitalia can be inserted through the hole. A front side band having two ends is attached to the front side of the inner pants. A cover is attached to the front side band at one end of the cover and attached to the front side band at an opposite end of the cover for exposing the genitalia. An adjustable loop is attached to the front side of the inner pants and located between the front side of the inner pants and the cover for receiving the penis.

Abstract: Male underwear briefs provides for the separate receptions of the scrotum and the phallus of the wearer in respective separate receptacle means to maintain the groin area dry and clean, thereby preventing various diseases including moist tetter. The briefs of the present invention have a separate scrotum nest made of a net material for resting the scrotum in a non-contact position with the rest of the wearer's body, with a good circulation of air there around, and has a phallus receptacle receiving the phallus in an upright posture and an elastic element fixed inside the phallus receptacle for holding the inserted phallus in an upright position so that the phallus is prevented from contact with adjacent skin areas. This separate receptions of scrotum and phallus prevents the skin to skin contact of the wearer and the net of the scrotum nest improves the circulation of air, thereby preventing an undue moistening of the groin and thus the various diseases arising therefrom.

Abstract: An apparatus for shielding and protecting the pelvic and crotch area of a human female, wherein the apparatus includes a rigid, inflexible shield that has a first and a second shield element, and tab members that have tapered side walls that engage the front of the wearer's body to resist upward movement.

Abstract: The means comprises a support insert pad protruding inward within the crotch portion of any men's garments that are worn next to the skin. The support insert pad is positioned to be behind the testicles of the male to provide a lifting and support platform for the testicles while allowing for the rest of the garment to hold the genitals stable against the body. The shape of the insert support pad is in a crescent form that fits the vacant area behind the user's scrotum.