Abstract: A method and device for reducing the damaging effects of radiant energy, blast, or concussive events includes applying pressure to at least one jugular vein to reduce the egress of blood from the cranial cavity during or before the incidence of the imparting event. Reducing blood outflow from the cranial cavity increases intracranial volume and/or pressure of the cerebrospinal fluid to reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury and injuries to the spinal column. Reducing blood outflow further increases the intracranial pressure and volume, and thereby increases the pressure and volume of the cochlear fluid, the vitreous humor and the cerebrospinal fluid to thereby reduce the risk of injury to the inner ear, internal structure of the eye and of the spinal column. In addition, increasing intracranial pressure and volume reduces the likelihood of brain injury and any associated loss of olfactory function.

Abstract: Custom manufactured headwear for a subject's head is provided. The headwear comprises an inner layer deposited by an additive manufacturing device. The headwear further comprises an outer layer deposited by the additive manufacturing device. The inner layer and the outer layer are each formed by the additive manufacture device utilizing a device data file derived from a subject data file. The subject data file is representative of the shape of the head and the device data file determining the shape of the headwear.

Abstract: A combination anesthesia circuit holder and patient protection device apparatus configured to be worn on the head of a patient so as to cover at least the eyes and to temporarily secure an anesthesia circuit, the apparatus including a body having at least a perimeter portion and a pad configured at the perimeter portion for being positioned over the eyes of the patient, and at least two strap assemblies formed on the body, a front strap assembly positioned on a front outer surface of the body and a top strap assembly offset vertically from the front strap assembly and positioned on a top outer surface of the body, the strap assemblies cooperating to temporarily secure the anesthesia circuit, whereby placement of the apparatus on the head of the patient provides protection of at least the eyes while safely and effectively securing the anesthesia circuit in a relatively low-profile configuration with relatively minimal interference with a surgical site.

Abstract: A sensor suitable for measuring the pressure applied by a bandage is provided. The sensor comprises an elongate strip having a sensor region. The sensor region comprises: a base plate; a top plate; a compressible spacer positioned between the base plate and the top plate and, an electronic sensing apparatus configured to detect distance between the top plate and the base plate. The top plate is arranged to compress the compressible spacer and arranged such that the bandage exerts a force on the surface of the top plate perpendicular to the surface when the sensor is positioned between the bandage and a limb.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a device and method for holding a superior tarsus of an eye in a closed position. Some embodiments of the device can comprise a first main surface configured to be applied against an upper eyelid having eyelashes when the upper eyelid is in a closed position such that an inferior edge of the eyelid patch is positioned above the eyelashes of the upper eyelid. The first main surface can have an adhesive thereon. The device is configured to be applied above the eyelashes, below the eyebrow, and to form multiple curvatures to maintain sufficient rigidity to maintain the upper eyelid in a closed position. Additionally, some embodiments of the device have thinned or more flexible portions that can improve the conformability and fit of the device to the user's anatomy.

Abstract: A nasal drip pad apparatus for use on an individual. The apparatus includes a drip pad assembly positioned configured to be positioned underneath an individual's nose and a string forming configured to form a pair of loops. One of the loops is placed around one of the patient's ears and the other one of the loops is placed around the other one of the patient's ears.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to composites and articles made from nonwoven structures. One aspect of the invention is generally directed to nonwoven structures which are heated and/or pressed to form a substantially rigid article. In some cases, the nonwoven structure may be heated to temperatures greater than the glass transition temperature but less than the melting temperature of a polymer within the nonwoven structure. Such articles may exhibit creep of the polymer around other fibers in the nonwoven structure, but without any evidence of melting and/or flow. In addition, in some embodiments, such articles may have relatively large void volumes, or exhibit properties such as low flammability, smoke resistance, or acoustic insulation. Other aspects of the present invention are generally directed to systems and methods for making such articles, methods of use of such articles, kits comprising such articles, etc.

Abstract: An assembly is configured to include a pillow portion and an elongate eye covering portion. The pillow portion includes an enclosure which can contain a pillow therein. The elongate eye covering portion is preferably configured as a sleeve divided into multiple adjacent cells filled with beads or other media. The cells on the sleeve are spaced apart by a distance similar to a spacing between eyes of an adult. Adjacent cells can thus cover eyes and optionally also ears of the user. Seams divide the cells from each other and define a contour of the cells. This contour preferably includes notches between adjacent cells to provide relief for a nose of the user between adjacent cells.

Abstract: A method and article of manufacture for reducing facial wrinkles, namely sleep lines, formed during sleep. The article is formed having an inner and outer surface wherein each surface has higher or lower friction coefficients relative to one another. The higher friction coefficient inner surface holds the article in place against the skin and the lower friction coefficient outer surface facilitates movement of the face relative to the bedding during sleep.

Abstract: A chin strap assembly that easily helps in keeping the mouth closed in conjunction with a respiratory machine. The chin strap assembly includes a main body having a center, a first strap protruding from a first side of the center, and a second strap protruding from a second side of the center. The first strap and the second strap are separated by a gap. The main body is made of an inner layer surrounded by an outer layer. The outer layer is made of a soft material and the inner layer is made of a stuffing material.

Abstract: Therapeutic bandages or support wrappings in the form of elongated strips of stretchable material carrying a pocket on one surface are used for therapeutic treatment and support of facial and jaw tissues. The pocket material is non-elastic and moisture-impervious. A thermal packet positioned in the pocket is held adjacent an affected body part and compressive force applied thereto by adjusting the tension on the elastic wrapping strip.

Abstract: A vibration dampening device includes a strap or band wrapped around a human body part. The strap includes one or more wing sections, which may be formed from the distal ends of step members engaged to the strap, that extend beyond the nominal width of the strap and have freedom of movement with respect to the strap. Step member and/or wing section movement counteracts longitudinal and/or radial vibrations traveling through soft tissue and musculature to dampen such vibrations.

Abstract: An emergency helmet trauma bandage and method of use, which, when applied, applies minimal pressure to stop bleeding, doesn't compromise cervical spine immobilization, allows for fast and effective application of ice/cold packs to control intracranial/internal swelling, doesn't come apart during treatment and transport, and doesn't require a caregiver to re-wrap the dressing.

Abstract: Apparatus for preventing and removing forehead wrinkles includes an elongated member having an elastic memory, a cover member releasably connected to the elongated member and covering a central portion thereof, and one or more pad-like pressure members sandwiched between the central portion to apply enhanced localized pressure to the forehead of a wearer.

Abstract: A compressive dressing and method allow quick, simple and effective treatment of head trauma by cinching and, optionally, an elastomeric layer.

Abstract: A disposable self-adhering covering for an eye of a human comprising an opaque, thin, flexible, air permeable fabric layer having an upper surface and a lower surface bonded to top side of a less flexible generally ovoid-shaped generally flat ring defining a central opening. The ring comprising a bottom side comprising an adhesive that allows the covering to be removably attachable to the skin of a human and an outer contoured edge that causes the ring to flex away from the skin such that the fabric layer is held away from the eye when applied to the human. The covering extends over the eye with the ring attached to the skin from a point at the medial orbital margin of the eye to a point at the lateral orbital margin of the eye with the central opening over the eye socket.

Abstract: An emergency helmet trauma bandage and method of use, which, when applied, applies minimal pressure to stop bleeding, doesn't compromise cervical spine immobilization, allows for fast and effective application of ice/cold packs to control intracranial/internal swelling, doesn't come apart during treatment and transport, and doesn't require a caregiver to re-wrap the dressing.

Abstract: A kit is provided, which comprises a) a collagen patch and b) an adhesive composition comprising (i) fibrin, fibrinogen or a combination thereof, and (ii) a biocompatible polymer capable of forming a viscous aqueous solution. Also provided is use of the kit for the preparation of a sealing device for use in ophthalmic surgery to replace a natural lens which has been removed, in which sealing device the collagen patch of the kit is adapted to seal an opening in a capsular bag of an eye while admitting the entrance of an injection device through the opening for injection of a lens-forming material into the capsule; and in which sealing device the adhesive composition of the kit is adapted to be applied to the collagen patch so as to enable adhesion of the collagen patch to the capsular bag. Also provided are methods for sealing an opening in a capsular bag of an eye, in which methods the kit is employed.

Abstract: A subpalpebral lavage catheter device for a mammal comprising a subpalpebral catheter having a first and a second end wherein the first end is located under the skin of the mammal and the second end further comprises an injection port, a hollow pouch, wherein the pouch has an opening adapted to receive the injection port of the catheter, a means for closing the opening of said pouch, and a plurality of loops attached to a side of the pouch, spaced apart and of a length wherein the loops are adapted to be braided into hair of the mammal.

Abstract: A compressive dressing and method allow quick, simple and effective treatment of head trauma by cinching and, optionally, an elastomeric layer.

Abstract: An emergency head trauma cap bandage and method of use, which, when applied, applies compression pressure to stop bleeding, doesn't compromise cervical spine immobilization, doesn't come apart during treatment and transport, and doesn't require a caregiver to re-wrap the dressing.

Abstract: A compression garment for use following cosmetic surgery can include elastic compression regions shaped to selectively conform to a portion of a user's body subjected to cosmetic surgery and closures presented with the elastic compression regions. The closures can include a fastening mechanism for selectively closing the compression regions, such that the dimensions of the compression regions can be selectively varied by said selectively varying positioning of the fastening mechanism relative to the compression regions.

Abstract: An eye-surgical holed towel comprises a transparent PVC holed towel with two holes at a center thereof; a separable paper adhered to a backside of the holed towel; the separable paper having two holes; and an opaque shielding sheet adhered to a front side of the holed towel and between the two holes of the holed towel; and a lower edge of the opaque shielding sheet being adhered upon the holed towel so that the opaque shielding sheet is turnable along the lower edge for shielding one eye of a user; The two holes of the separable paper are at positions corresponding to the two holes of the holed towel. When the separable paper is torn, it can be placed upon the face of a user. The shielding sheet has a gluing section, when the separable paper is torn, it can be adhered to an eye of the user.

Abstract: A cranial orthosis is contoured to match the curvature of the fronto-temporal, parietal and occipital areas of an infant's cranial vault to provide protection against the acquisition of postural cranial deformities as a result of the infant's sleeping in the supine position. The orthosis is designed to be of universal fit, as determined by the infant's fronto-occipital head circumference (FOC) measurement. Moreover, the interior dimensions of the orthosis can be enlarged to accommodate growth of the infant's head without requiring replacement. The orthosis is a molded plastic appliance in the form of a shell, headband or helmet having interior surfaces that are smoothly contoured to conform in shape to the surface curvature of the occipital, temporal and parietal areas of a healthy human infant having normal cranium size, shape and symmetry.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a surgical drape during eye surgery comprising a flexible supply tube and a flexible suction tube which is easily formed by hand to maintain a desired shape and which serves the dual role of supporting the surgical drape above the patient's nose and mouth and providing a breathing environment by supplying air or oxygen and by removing exhaled CO2-rich air. Ports are located at the upper ends of the supply and suction tubes near the patient's face. The lower ends of the supply and suction tubes are equipped with optional valves and coupled to an oxygen source and a suction source, respectively. A bracket is disposed beneath the patient and supports the tubes near their lower ends.

Abstract: A device for releasably emplacement around a part of a person's body, the device having at least one body member having a length and a width and two spaced-apart ends including a first end and a second end and a top side and a bottom side, a first amount of releasably cooperating fastener material on the first end on the top side of the at least one body member, a second amount of releasably cooperating fastener material on the second end on the top side of the at least one body member, a third amount of releasably cooperating fastener material on the first end on the bottom side of the at least one body member, a fourth amount of releasably cooperating fastener material on the second end on the bottom side of the at least one body member, and the amounts of releasably cooperating fastener material positioned so that the first amount can releasably cooperate with the fourth amount upon folding the body member so that the ends are adjacent each other and the second amount can releasbly cooperate with the third

Abstract: The present invention concerns an eye protector comprising first and second elements intended for attachment respectively to a patient's upper eye lid and to a region of the patient's cheek beneath the ye, and fastener means for releasably fastening the elements together; said fastener means being configured to resist release in response to natural eye lid motion but to release more readily when pulled apart for detachment.

Abstract: A cranial orthosis is contoured to match the curvature of the fronto-temporal, parietal and occipital areas of an infant's cranial vault to provide protection against the acquisition of postural cranial deformities as a result of the infant's sleeping in the supine position. The orthosis is designed to be of universal fit, as determined by the infant's fronto-occipital head circumference (FOC) measurement. Moreover, the interior dimensions of the orthosis can be enlarged to accommodate growth of the infant's head without requiring replacement. The orthosis is a molded plastic appliance in the form of a shell, headband or helmet having interior surfaces that are smoothly contoured to conform in shape to the surface curvature of the occipital, temporal and parietal areas of a healthy human infant having normal cranium size, shape and symmetry.

Abstract: A medical device for containing body fluids includes an elongate sleeve and at least one closure strap. The elongate sleeve defines a longitudinal axis and has at least one open end. The sleeve is made of a material that has an absorbent layer and a substantially transparent, nonporous layer positioned outwardly of the absorbent layer. Preferably, the material of the sleeve also includes a non-adherent, porous layer positioned inwardly of the absorbent layer. The strap is attached to the sleeve for closing the open end and for positioning and securing the sleeve over a wounded area or over a dressing covering a wound. The strap is made of a flexible, elastic material. The strap is wrapped completely around the sleeve and is affixed to itself, thus positioning and securing the sleeve over the wounded area or the dressing. In one preferred embodiment, the medical device includes an elongate sleeve having a pair of open ends and a pair of straps.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for aiding in compressing an extracranial blood vessel, the apparatus having a biasing member, or spring, for producing a constant force, and two elongated curved arms connected to the biasing member for transmitting the force. The connected arms define a substantially elliptical curve having the biasing member positioned along a major axis of the elliptical curve, and a pressure applicator connected to each arm for applying the force to the skin in the form of pressure, to thereby aid in compressing the underlying blood vessel. Each arm comprises a proximal arm portion connected to the spring, a distal arm portion pivotably connected to the proximal arm portion, and a pressure applicator connected to the distal arm portion. The device is substantially foldable by pivoting each distal arm portion to a position alongside its proximal arm portion, thereby folding the arm. The pressure may be applied with motion to thereby provide a substantially massaging action.

Abstract: An apparatus for arresting scalp bleeding includes skull cap having a plurality of inflatable bladders and a pump for inflating the bladders. The methods of the invention include attaching the skull cap to the bleeding victim and inflating the bladders with air using the pump. The inflated bladders exert pressure on the bleeding scalp and result in a hemostasis. According to the presently preferred embodiments, the skull cap has three or four independently inflatable bladders and the pump is a hand pump of the type used to inflate a blood pressure cuff. The pump is preferably provided with a pressure gauge and the bladders are each inflated to about 80 mm Hg.

Abstract: A headband for the treatment or relief of headaches having a means for attaching said headband to the head thereby producing variable pressure to the head, said headband having one or more pockets for the insertion of treatment elements including cold, heat, vibration, and magnetism; wherein said headband is attached to the head in an annular fashion and headaches are treated or relieved by applying pressure, cold, heat, vibration, or magnetism, or any combination thereof intermittently or continuously.

Abstract: A disposable eye patch includes a first sheet member, a second sheet member smaller than the first sheet member, and an adhesive layer applied to one side of the first sheet member. One portion of the adhesive layer bonds the first and second sheet members together, and another portion of the adhesive layer adheres to the tissue surrounding an eye when the eye patch is applied to a patient. A release layer may be provided to cover the exposed portion of the adhesive layer, and may be peeled off prior to the use of the eye patch. The release layer and a plurality of eye patches may be provided in the form of a dispenser roll assembly. In a method of manufacturing the disposable eye patch, the first and second sheet members may both be formed from a sheet material having an adhesive layer, and then the first and second sheet members may be adhered together with the adhesive layer on one of the sheet members contacting the adhesive layer on the other one of the sheet members.

Abstract: A chin and face toning strap including an elongated strap portion dimensioned for wrapping underneath a chin and atop head of a user. The elongated strap portion is constructed of an elastic material. The strap portion has a chin portion that is positionable under the chin of the user. The strap portion has opposed cheek portions positionable against cheeks of the user. A pair of magnets are secured within the cheek portions of the elongated strap portion.

Abstract: A flexible strip having adhesive applied to only one side thereof is adhesively secured to the skin of a drooping eyelid with the upper edge of the strip located at a position a distance further from the ciliary margin of the eyelid than the distance of the normal supra tarsal fold from the ciliary margin. The outer side of the flexible strip is free of adhesive so that it will not restrict movement of eyelid skin engaging the outer side and so that makeup can be applied to the outer side.

Abstract: An improved occlusive self-adhesive eye patch, and a method of treatment for Amblyopia. A patch may successfully be applied over the left or right eye without restriction of eye movement or function. The patch comprises a non-adherent gauze pad or foam, having an adhesive for securing patch to the face over the eye socket. A slit from the patch's central bottom edge inward toward the center is present to allow for manual manipulation of the adhesive side transversely atop from the slit and adhering it to the non-adhesive side; therefore, the patch may be configured into an concavo-convex or outwardly cupped shape.

Abstract: A method of wrapping the head is provided in accordance with the invention. The method includes the steps of applying a detoxifying clay or mud to the face, wrapping a first bandage around the face, pulling the top of the wrapped bandage towards the back of the head, applying a second bandage around the forehead and face, leaving the bandages in place for a predetermined period of time, removing the bandages, and removing the clay or mud from the face.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pressure eye patch in which an inner membrane is positioned over the patient's eye and fixed thereto by means of adhesive on its inner side with an outer membrane which is superimposed over the inner membrane, thus forming a cavity that is interposed between the outer membrane and the inner membrane. There is an elongated longitudinal slit in the outer membrane which allows the outer membrane to be opened to allow access to the cavity. Cushioning material such as sterile gauze may be inserted into the cavity through this opening. Alternatively, a cooling or heating material may also be emplaced in the cavity. Instead of the elongated slit there may be a partial peripheral opening between the front and rear membranes to allow access to the cavity.

Abstract: A headband for relieving headaches and it has an elongated flat strip of plastic substrate bent into a closed loop with its ends secured to each other. An annular channel is formed on the outer surface of the flat strip and a predetermined length of electrical conductor wire is wound in a coil in the annular channel and its opposite ends terminate near each other. A short length of electrical conductor wire has its opposite ends threaded through vertically spaced apertures and onto its ends are wound the respective ends of the first electrical conductor wire. A strip of conductive aluminum foil is then secured to the outer surface of the coiled first electrical conductor wire. The ends of the second electrical conductor wire are soldered to each other and a vinyl plastic tape is wound around the outer surface of the headband.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing facial support includes a head band, a head strap, a cheek support, a forehead strap and a nose band. The head band wraps around the top of the head and the chin. The cheek support is attached to the head band and provides support for the cheeks. The nose strap and the forehead band hold the apparatus in place on the user's face. The head strap is used to hold the apparatus on the face and to pull the cheek support into engagement with the cheeks. By applying support to the cheeks, sagging of the cheeks can be reduced or prevented.

Abstract: A posterior burr hole Vocalizer device comprises a head band for attachment to a patient's head, a band constriction unit for adjusting the diameter of the head band, a sagittal plane aligning piece, and a trajectory plane aligning piece. The device is properly positioned on a patient's head in relation to the supraorbital rims and the superior attachment point of the patient's external ears in order to define an optimum location for a posterior burr hole site. Methods of making such a burr hole localizer device are also disclosed, together with methods for locating an anterior target site and an optimum posterior burr hole site.

Abstract: A therapeutic mask for application to a face of a patient suffering from facial wounds includes a relatively elastic substrate having a plurality of open surfaces defined therein of a predetermined size and spatially positioned with respect to one another to accommodate the patient's eyes, nose and mouth, a hydrogel substance having a plurality of open surfaces defined therein of a predetermined size and spatially positioned with respect to one another to accommodate the patient's eyes, nose and mouth and complimentarily connected to the elastic substrate such that the respective eyes, nose and mouth open surfaces align. The therapeutic mask further includes retaining straps connectable to the elastic substrate and of a size and configuration to extend about the head of the patient for supporting the therapeutic mask in a relatively fixed position on the patient's face.

Abstract: A head covering for at least lifting the face that includes a head covering for covering the entire head and neck and apparatus for simulating the muscles of the head and neck. The head covering has an inner ply for directly overlying the entire head and neck and an outer ply that directly and entirety overlies the inner ply, with both being light weight felt material so as to conform to the entire head and neck without discomfort thereto. The apparatus includes a plurality of vibrators between the inner and outer plies.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the appearance of a body area having wrinkles, blemishes or excess mass or having been disfigured by an injury such as a burn. A cosmetic mask having a specially sculpted body contacting surface adapted to treat a subject's distinctive bodily characteristics is formed by first forming a negative impression of the subject's targeted body area; filling the impression with a hardening material; when the hardening material has hardened, separating the impression from the hardening material, the hardening material being in the form of a mold reflecting a positive image of the body area; sculpting the mold to achieve a desired body contacting surface; and forming a mask from the mold. After the mask is formed it is applied to the body area for a time sufficient to enhance the appearance of the body area.

Abstract: An improved ear pressure dressing or splinting device 10 of the suture compression type is provided for treatment and prevention of recurrence of auricular hematoma. The splinting device 10 includes a pair of first and second backing members (12 and 14), a pair of first and second pressure pads (16 and 18), and a fastening assembly 20. The backing members (12 and 14) and pressure pads (16 and 18) are assembled in pairs in opposing, facing relation to compressibly engage the injured portion of an ear 22. The fastening assembly 20 includes a wire element 56 and a pair of first and second holdfasts (58 and 60). The wire element 56 is passed through the injured portion of the ear 22 and through apertures (36 and 38, 52 and 54) present in the backing members (12 and 14) and pressure pads (16 and 18).

Abstract: A macular indentor for positioning over a macular area of an eye comprises a strip of material having a pair of opposed ends, the strip having a raised portion for indenting the macular area of the eye. The macular indentor is also inflatable for selectively applying pressure to the macular area of the eye.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pressure eye patch in which an inner membrane is positioned over the patient's eye and fixed thereto by means of adhesive on its inner side with an outer membrane which is superimposed over the inner membrane, thus forming a cavity that is interposed between the outer membrane and the inner membrane. There is an elongated longitudinal slit in the outer membrane which allows the outer membrane to be opened to allow access to the cavity. Cushioning material such as sterile gauze may be inserted into the cavity through this opening. Alternatively, a cooling or heating material may also be emplaced in the cavity. Instead of the elongated slit there may be a partial peripheral opening between the front and rear membranes to allow access to the cavity.

Abstract: A device, for treating ailments such as headaches and the like, includes a wrap with an opaque segment adapted to cover the eyes, supraorbital and infraorbital region when the wrap is disposed around the head and tightened. Regions loaded with a medicament such as a skin applied analgesic, anesthetic or balm are disposed on the segment to contact the eyes, supraorbital and infraorbital region areas, the regions dispensing their medicament to the contacted areas.

Abstract: There is disclosed an eye shield assembly comprised of an ovate-shaped cup assembly defining a chamber for positioning over an eye socket of a user wherein the chamber is of a depth sufficient to be in non-contacting relationship with the associated eyelash thereof and wherein end members are mounted to the ovate-shaped cup member and include an end portion having a hook member and an end portion having a loop member for cooperation in interlocking relationship with the hook member of the other end member and wherein each end portion is formed of an elastic material. The ovately-shaped cup member is formed with an elliptically-shaped upper edge having a major curved portion proximate a nose of the user and an elliptically-shaped lower edge having a major curved portion remote from the nose of the user thereby defining an asymmetrical relationship between the upper and lower edges.

Abstract: A disposable eye patch includes a first sheet member, a second sheet member smaller than the first sheet member, and an adhesive layer applied to one side of the first sheet member. One portion of the adhesive layer bonds the first and second sheet members together, and another portion of the adhesive layer adheres to the tissue surrounding an eye when the eye patch is applied to a patient. A release layer may be provided to cover the exposed portion of the adhesive layer, and may be peeled off prior to the use of the eye patch. The release layer and a plurality of eye patches may be provided in the form of a dispenser roll assembly. In a method of manufacturing the disposable eye patch, the first and second sheet members may both be formed from a sheet material having an adhesive layer, and then the first and second sheet members may be adhered together with the adhesive layer on one of the sheet members contacting the adhesive layer on the other one of the sheet members.