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27-06-2014 дата публикации

Устройство для управляемого нагрева тканей, сосудов и полостей человека и животных

Номер: RU0000142663U1
Автор: Генри МЕЕР
Принадлежит: НОВА ТЕРМА

1. Устройство, полностью или частично имплантируемое с целью передачи тепла в полость, ткань или сосуды отличающееся тем, что- оно представляет собой медный изолированный провод (1), за исключением концов, по крайней мере, на часть которого устанавливается резистивная трубка (5) обладающая электрическим сопротивлением более 20 мкОм/см,- медный провод (1) на дистальном конце (3) имеет контакт с упомянутой трубкой, в то время как проксимальный конец обладает возможностью быть соединенным с источником тока (9),- трубка покрыта на части своей длины одним подвижным проксимальным цилиндром (6), на проксимальном конце способным быть закрепленным на трубке (5), указанный цилиндр (6) обладает электрическим сопротивлением ниже 20 мкОм/см,- подвижный проксимальный цилиндр (6) и проксимальный конец медного провода (1) способны быть подключенными к источнику тока (9.)2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что трубка (5) закреплена на проводе (1), только на дистальном конце указанного провода, на длину в пределах 5 см,3. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что трубка (5) закреплена микрообжатием,4. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что оно снабжено подвижными дистальными цилиндрами (7, 8), оснащенными на поверхности пористым носителем, выделяющим активное вещество,5. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что оно снабжено подвижными дистальными цилиндрами (7, 8), поверхность которых снабжена радиоактивным продуктом для терапии и локализации,6. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что трубка (5) выполнена из материала, выбранного из группы, включающей сталь, нержавеющую сталь, нитинол или титан,7. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что медный провод (1) изолир� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 142 663 U1 (51) МПК A61B 18/08 (2006.01) A61F 7/12 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2012140515/14, 04.03.2011 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 04.03.2011 (72) ...

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Номер записи: 1
19-01-2012 дата публикации

Method and System for Controlling Evaporative and Heat Withdrawal Performance of an Occupant Support Surface

Номер: US20120012277A1
Автор: Charles A. Lachenbruch
Принадлежит: Individual

A method for controlling performance of an MCM capable support surface having a flowpath for guiding a stream of air along at least a portion of the surface, comprises specifying a desired evaporative rate greater than an evaporative rate achievable with unconditioned ambient air, chilling the unconditioned ambient air to a temperature at least as low as that required to achieve 100% relative humidity, thereby demoisturizing the air, and supplying the chilled, demoisturized air to the flowpath. The method may also include the step of heating the chilled, demoisturized air prior to step of supplying it to the flowpath. A system for carrying out the method includes a microclimate management (MCM) capable support surface 22 , a chiller 60 for cooling air to be delivered to the MCM capable surface, a user interface 42 for receiving instructions concerning desired microclimate management performance, and a controller 50 , responsive to the instructions, for operating the chiller.

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Номер записи: 2
19-01-2012 дата публикации

Method for transurethral delivery of thermal therapy to tissue

Номер: US20120016273A1
Автор: Chris J. Diederich
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

An apparatus for applying thermal energy to a prostate gland, comprising a support tube having a longitudinal passageway, a power lead channeled through the longitudinal central passageway and an ultrasound crystal disposed around at least part of the support tube. The ultrasound crystal is coupled to the power lead which provides the power to energize the ultrasound crystal and generate ultrasound energy providing thermal therapy to the prostate gland. The ultrasound crystal further includes inactivated portions for reducing ultrasound energy directed to the rectal wall of the patient. A sealant is disposed in contact with the ultrasound crystal allowing vibration necessary for efficient ultrasound energy radiation for the thermal therapy of the prostate gland.

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Номер записи: 3
09-02-2012 дата публикации

Sciatic Relief Device

Номер: US20120035652A1
Автор: William A. McGrimley
Принадлежит: Individual

A sciatic relief device comprising a base, at least one reversibly inflatable bladder enclosed in a sleeve, and an inflation device attached to the bladder. A method of use for the sciatic relief device, wherein a user positions his thigh on top of the inflated bladder for at least a short period of time to alleviate the pain and other symptoms associated with sciatica.

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Номер записи: 4
16-02-2012 дата публикации

Head coller

Номер: US20120041526A1
Автор: Johan Stormby
Принадлежит: Dignitana AB

A head cooler ( 10 ) comprises a thermal exchange cap ( 11 ) and an outer insulating cover ( 12 ) to be arranged on a patient's head. The cap ( 11 ) has a channel system ( 31, 32 ) for a cooling fluid forming an inside heat exchange surface to be applied on said head for cooling the head. The thermal exchange cap ( 11, 60 ) is adjustable and/or adaptable to compensate for a discrepancy in shape and size between the inside surface of the head cooler ( 10 ) and the head. The head cooler ( 10 ) may further comprise an eyebrow cooler ( 140 ) for cooling the area of the eyebrows. The head cooler ( 140 ) is used in medicine. A method for preventing hair loss of a patient is provided by arranging the head cooler ( 10 ) on the head of said patient.

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Номер записи: 5
23-02-2012 дата публикации

Water-absorbent pad

Номер: US20120046720A1
Автор: Shingo Ishizaki
Принадлежит: Ishizaki Shizai Co Ltd

It is an object of the present invention to provide a water-absorbent pad that is made of impermeable cloth or sheet, that is capable of absorbing water when needed and that effectively cools and heats a human face, neck, head and the like. A cooling/heating water-absorbent pad, wherein a water-absorbent sheet made of a material containing water-absorbent polymer is inserted in a planate bag made of impermeable cloth having a closed periphery; the impermeable cloth and the water-absorbent sheet are stitched together such that the impermeable cloth and the water-absorbent sheet are divided into a plurality of areas in a planar view; and water is absorbed into the water-absorbent sheet through a channel formed at the stitched portion. In this moment, water is absorbed into the water-absorbent sheet only via holes made by the stitching and by a capillary action of a thread piercing through the water-absorbent sheet. The water-absorbent sheet is preferably made of non-woven cloth containing water-absorbent polymer. The impermeable cloth may have a water-repellent surface.

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Номер записи: 6
26-04-2012 дата публикации

System for detection and treatment of infection or inflamation

Номер: US20120101403A1
Автор: Levi Emmerik A. Dewaegenaere
Принадлежит: WAEGENER INTERRNATIONAL AG

The invention provides for a system for visualizing a medical treatment of a human or animal body part. The system has means for thermal treatment of the body part, means for determining the temperature distribution on the body part, and means for identifying the location of a particular temperature determined on the body part. Further, a method for visualizing the temperature characteristics of a human or animal body part is provided. The method has the steps of comparing a first temperature distribution data set of the surface of the body part with a second temperature distribution data set of the surface of the body part, wherein the first temperature distribution data set is determined before and the second temperature distribution data set is determined after a thermal treatment of the body part, and visualizing the temperature distribution data sets of the body part. Furthermore, a computer program product is provided. The computer program product has one or more computer readable media having computer executable instructions for actuating and controlling the steps of the method discussed hereinbefore.

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Номер записи: 7
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Dynamic support apparatus and system

Номер: US20120101598A1
Автор: David E. Altobelli, N. Christopher Perry
Принадлежит: Deka Products LP

A dynamic support apparatus having a frame, a dynamic interface, a temperature control mechanism, and a control system. The dynamic interface is capable of changing its geometry and is disposed on the top surface of the frame. The control system is operably connected to the dynamic interface and controls the changing geometry of the dynamic interface. There is also a temperature control mechanism disposed on the top surface of the frame for maintaining a comfortable temperature and moisture environment between the apparatus and the user's body.

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Номер записи: 8
10-05-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus utilizing a guide wire to maneuver heating element and probe for treating damaged spinal discs

Номер: US20120116377A1
Автор: Elizabeth Ann Snoderly
Принадлежит: Individual

The advantages of this invention are provided by a surgical tool for repairing a damaged spinal disc of a patient comprising: a catheter having a proximal end and a distal end; a guide wire contained within the catheter so that when the guide wire is pulled, the catheter will flex into a non linear shape allowing it to be steered once inserted in the patient; a heating element carried by the catheter, probe or heating member, and connected to an power source 45 (external or not) so that the heating element can be activated and provide heat to treat a disk; a probe that extends from the catheter so that the probe can be extended out of the catheter; and, a grasping member that can from the distal end of the catheter.

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Номер записи: 9
10-05-2012 дата публикации

Automated Therapy System and Method

Номер: US20120116487A1
Автор: Amit Rajguru, Christopher Hermanson, Daniel Rogers Burnett, Gregory Hall
Принадлежит: Velomedix Inc

An automated therapy system having an infusion catheter; a sensor adapted to sense a patient parameter; and a controller communicating with the sensor and programmed to control flow output from the infusion catheter into a patient based on the patient parameter without removing fluid from the patient. The invention also includes a method of controlling infusion of a fluid to a patient. The method includes the following steps: monitoring a patient parameter with a sensor to generate a sensor signal; providing the sensor signal to a controller; and adjusting fluid flow to the patient based on the sensor signal without removing fluid from the patient.

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Номер записи: 10
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Treatment device

Номер: US20120143292A1
Автор: Atsushi Matsuo
Принадлежит: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

This invention relates to a treatment device that can be prevented from being displaced from a treatment site. The treatment device accommodates one or more heating elements that generate heat, and is attachable to a treatment site of a patient, the device comprising a body part formed of an inelastic and breathable material, and having one or more storage portions individually storing each heating element; one or more band parts formed of an elastic and breathable material, and attached to the body part; and a fastening means for fastening the one or more band parts wound around the treatment site.

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Номер записи: 11
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Cold/hot therapy device with temperature control

Номер: US20120165908A1
Автор: Bo-Min Shih, Chun-Che Hsieh, Hong-Sen Kou, Hsueh-Erh Liu, Ji-Jen Lee
Принадлежит: Tatung Co Ltd, Tatung University

A cold/hot therapy device with temperature control includes a housing, a pump, a cooling chip, a cooling head, a cooling fin, and a bag. The pump, the cooling chip and the cooling head are fixedly arranged in the accommodating chamber of the housing. The cooling chip includes a cool-effecting surface and a cooling surface. The cooling head is adjacent to the cool-effecting surface, and includes a water inlet and a water outlet, where the water inlet communicates with the pump outlet. The cooling fin is fixedly arranged on the cooling surface of the cooling chip, and is positioned in the hollow passage of the housing. The bag includes an inlet tube and an outlet tube, where the inlet tube communicates with the water outlet of the cooling head, and the outlet tube communicates with the pump inlet. Accordingly, a cold or hot therapy function can be achieved.

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Номер записи: 12
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Cooled surface for animals

Номер: US20120167607A1
Автор: Stephen R. Callender
Принадлежит: Individual

In the embodiment of my invention, a cooled surface is provided for a dog or other animal to lie upon. The cooled surface is a refrigerated surface. In the embodiment, the surface is the exterior surface of a thermally conductive plate that is one wall of a refrigerated space.

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Номер записи: 13
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Artificial intelligence and methods of use

Номер: US20120172661A1
Автор: Gordon Chiu
Принадлежит: Gordon Chiu

The invention relates to a device for a unique surrogate experience utilizing artificial intelligence and polymeric materials which enable surrogate exchange and/or interaction with the biology of the user. Medical utility and benefits are also discussed.

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Номер записи: 14
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Device for Applying Cold Therapy to Feet

Номер: US20120172958A1
Автор: Kenneth C. Snyder
Принадлежит: Individual

A device for applying cold therapy to the foot of a wearer is disclosed. The device comprises a foot pad having a premolded configuration for directly contacting the bottom of the foot and surrounding heel area. The foot pad includes a heel portion sized to receive and surround the heel of the foot. The foot pad also includes a raised and contoured arch portion positioned to lie beneath and place localized pressure on the arch of the foot where the plantar fascia and tendons of the foot are located. The entire foot pad is formed of an ice pack that includes a container or shell for receiving and containing a substance capable of maintaining an extremely low temperature for an extended period of time during application to the foot. The device also includes a securement mechanism that is arranged for engaging the foot pad to the bottom of the wearer's foot.

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Номер записи: 15
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Device and Method for the Reduction of Pain Associated With Needle Sticks

Номер: US20120179099A1
Автор: Amy L. Baxter, Louis A. Calderon
Принадлежит: MMJ Labs LLC

A device that is used to reduce the pain of a needle stick to a person, the device having a casing containing a vibratory device and a temperature reducing device, and a method for using the device to reduce the pain of a needle stick by applying both thermal and vibration analgesia to a subject during a needle stick.

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Номер записи: 16
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Therapeutic and Safety Grip Device

Номер: US20120179226A1
Автор: Jane C. Graham, R. William Graham
Принадлежит: Individual

A grip device for use in one's hand includes a compressible member of a size to fit within one's hand and capable of being squeezed by the hand and a thermal element operably connected to the compressible member which is equipped for generating a non-ambient temperature for a sustained period during such period said device remains compressible. A sensor and transmitter circuitry is connected to the compressible member which when the grip device is compressed sends a signal indicative that compression is taking place. A computer with software receives and displays the signal to a recipient.

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Номер записи: 17
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Heating device

Номер: US20120179232A1
Автор: Atsushi Matsuo
Принадлежит: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

An object of the invention is to provide a heating device that can warm the body to promote blood circulation, while restricting the movement of an area of the body to which the heating device is applied. A heating device attached to a body, comprising: a heat generating portion having an exothermic composition enclosed in one or more sections, the exothermic composition generating heat by contact with air; and at least one band portion formed of an extensible material and attached to the heat-generating portion; the exothermic composition accommodated in each section having a weight per unit area of 0.11 to 0.94 g/cm 2 ; and each section having an area of 15 to 150 cm 2 .

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Номер записи: 18
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Electrically heatable sock, sock heating arrangement and also method for producing an electrically heatable sock

Номер: US20120193342A1
Автор: David Macher, Gerhard Kremer, Urs Maron
Принадлежит: LENZ GmbH, Therm IC Products GmbH Nfg and Co KG

The invention relates to an electrically heatable sock having a foot part and a leg part abutting thereon, at least one heating element being disposed on the foot part which is connected via supply lines to terminals for a voltage supply which has a battery, the terminals being disposed in the upper region of the leg part. As a result of the fact that a cuff which can be folded over is disposed on the upper end of the leg part, the terminals being attached and formed on the side of the cuff situated inside in the folded-over state in order to fix the battery in the correct position in the folded-over state of the cuff and to retain it at least partially, a sock is made possible which is simple to produce and comfortable to wear and ensures a reliable attachment of the components necessary for heating.

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Номер записи: 19
30-08-2012 дата публикации

Central Nervous System Treatment Device and Methodology

Номер: US20120221082A1
Автор: Rohit Khanna
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to a method of central nervous system pathology treatment through selective hypothermia. Brain and spinal cord cooling is achieved through a closed loop catheter system inserted directly into the cerebrospinal fluid space. The catheter comprises of a portion that dilates in a pulsatile or peristaltic fashion and facilitates circulation of the cooled cerebrospinal fluid.

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Номер записи: 20
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Controllable thermal warming devices

Номер: US20120228279A1
Автор: William J. Haas, William S. Haas
Принадлежит: Haas William J, Haas William S

A portable controllable thermal warming device including a thermal ink heating element having a conductive ink pattern comprised of interconnected lines in a definite pattern fixedly disposed on a substrate, a controller operatively coupled to a power source and the conductive ink pattern, the power source adapted to deliver a voltage to the conductive ink pattern causing the conductive ink pattern to radiate heat, the controller adapted by way of a sensor to control the voltage delivered to the conductive ink pattern and adjust the voltage in response to the operating characteristic and the means for controlling the voltage by a wire link or a wireless remote signal.

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Номер записи: 21
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Wrap around cooling apparatus or assembly

Номер: US20120245662A1
Автор: George Page
Принадлежит: Individual

A compartmentalized wrap around cooling element, assembly, or device for cooling relief or swelling may be provided. The compartmentalized wrap may include a series of poly-vinyl alcohol dividers to provide distinctly separate cooling sections, for long lasting cooling relief. Tube connector joints, tube loops, button snaps, and Velcro connectors may provide a secure means for forming a wrap around or loop, to encircle an area multiple times. An encasement design may provide an alternative means of securing the wrap to a large area, such as an adult head.

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Номер записи: 22
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Wound care method and system with one or both of vacuum-light therapy and thermally augmented oxygenation

Номер: US20120259266A1
Автор: Tony Quisenberry
Принадлежит: Thermotek Inc

A combination therapy pad that includes a first layer and a second layer operatively coupled to the first layer. A fiber-optic array is disposed between the first layer and the second layer. A third layer is operatively coupled to the first layer. The third layer includes a vacuum tube in fluid communication with a vacuum source and a therapeutic fluid tube in fluid communication with a therapeutic fluid source. The third layer provides at least one of vacuum therapy and therapeutic fluid treatment to a wound area.

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Номер записи: 23
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Disposable breast pad

Номер: US20120259303A1
Автор: Marcia Angela Carter
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention is referred to a nursing breast pad, comprising a circular pad including a front garment facing surface and a rear wearer facing surface attached to each other by a peripheral flange. The space between the garment facing surface and the wearer facing surface contains a liquid chemical and a powder chemical that, when mixed together, can produce an endothermic cooling action. The liquid chemical is contained within a flexible bag that, when squeezed by the user, causes the bag to burst so that the two chemicals can mix.

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Номер записи: 24
18-10-2012 дата публикации

Exothermic therapeutic natural massage shells

Номер: US20120265108A1
Автор: Daniel L. Young
Принадлежит: FOREVER YOUNG INTERNATIONAL INC

An exothermic natural massage shell includes a natural bivalve shell comprising a first half and a second half adhered together with an adhesive to form a hollow chamber. An aperture is formed in the first half to provide a portal to the hollow chamber of the bivalve shell. A reactant is disposed inside the hollow chamber of the bivalve shell. The reactant may be a reactive powder mixture disposed inside a fluid-permeable pouch. Combining the reactant with an activator inside the hollow chamber of the bivalve shell causes an exothermic reaction that heats the bivalve shell and maintains the bivalve shell at a substantially constant elevated temperature for a duration of time. The adhesive adhering the first shell half to the second shell half includes a first elastomeric polymer bonding agent with balanced coefficient of expansion properties and a second flexible resin sealant that makes the adhesive moisture-proof.

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Номер записи: 25
08-11-2012 дата публикации

Photonic and Thermal Kinetic Energy Therapeutic Device, System and Method

Номер: US20120283603A1
Автор: David B. Sutton, Ronald S. Shapiro
Принадлежит: Shapiro Ronald S, Sutton David B

An apparatus includes a housing having a treatment surface, a light source disposed adjacent the treatment surface and configured to emit dynamic photonic energy, a thermal element disposed adjacent the treatment surface and configured to emit dynamic thermal kinetic energy, and a controller disposed in the housing, the controller in communication with the light source and the thermal element to vary a plurality of parameters of the light source and the thermal element to control the characteristics of the dynamic photonic energy and the dynamic thermal kinetic energy emitted thereby. The treatment surface can also house a variety of sensors that can capture a variety of physical and chemical data, which is integrated with a malleable energy composition and delivery system that co-ordinates with the treatment progress.

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Номер записи: 26
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Method, device and system for modulating an activity of brown adipose tissue in a vertebrate subject

Номер: US20120289761A1
Автор: Edward K. Y. Jung, Edward S. Boyden, Elizabeth A. Sweeney, Eric C. Leuthardt, Lowell L. Wood, JR., Muriel Y. Ishikawa, Roderick A. Hyde, Stephen L. Malaska
Принадлежит: SEARETE LLC

Devices, systems, and methods are disclosed herein for treatment of a disease, disorder, or condition in a vertebrate subject. A device is provided that includes one or more cooling elements configured to be applied to one or more tissues of a vertebrate subject to modulate at least one activity of brown adipose tissue of the vertebrate subject, wherein at least a portion of the one or more cooling elements is configured to be implantable, and a programmable controller configured to provide instructions to the one or more cooling elements in response to information regarding one or more physiological conditions of the vertebrate subject.

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Номер записи: 27
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Method, device and system for modulating an activity of brown adipose tissue in a vertebrate subject

Номер: US20120289763A1
Автор: Edward K.Y. Jung, Edward S. Boyden, Elizabeth A. Sweeney, Eric C. Leuthardt, Lowell L. Wood, JR., Muriel Y. Ishikawa, Roderick A. Hyde, Stephen L. Malaska
Принадлежит: SEARETE LLC

Devices, systems, and methods are disclosed herein for treatment of a disease, disorder, or condition in a vertebrate subject. A device is provided that includes one or more passive cooling elements configured to be applied to one or more tissues of a vertebrate subject to modulate at least one activity of brown adipose tissue of the vertebrate subject, wherein at least a portion of the one or more passive cooling elements is configured to be implantable, and wherein the one or more passive cooling elements includes a first portion configured to be in association with the one or more tissues to be cooled, and a second portion configured to be placed in association with one or more tissues adjacent to an external epidermal tissue of the vertebrate subject.

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Номер записи: 28
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Method for controlling massage apparatus and massage apparatus

Номер: US20120289873A1
Автор: Longshan Hu, Xuejun Ma
Принадлежит: Shenzhen Breo Technology Co Ltd

A method for controlling massage apparatus and a massage apparatus are provided. The method includes presetting multiple temperature modes of infrared hot compress and a number of pulses corresponding to the multiple temperature modes; receiving the temperature mode (S 21 ) selected by a user; outputting a pulse corresponding to the selected temperature mode to make the infrared hot compress operate in the temperature mode (S 21 ) corresponding to the pulse. The temperature of the infrared hot compress may be regulated by this method.

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Номер записи: 29
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Device for Cooling Persons

Номер: US20120304678A1
Автор: Petra Buck-Heitmann
Принадлежит: Individual

Device for cooling persons comprises a housing, which extends from an inlet end to an outlet end, and a snow generator, which opens out at the inlet end of the housing. A snow outlet is provided at the outlet end of the housing and a swirling module, which the snow particles generated by the snow generator pass on their way from the inlet end to the outlet end of the housing, is provided in the housing.

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Номер записи: 30
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods to regulate body temperature

Номер: US20120305231A1
Автор: Eu-wen Ding, Jane Chen, Linus Liang, Naganand Murty, Rahul Panicker, Rajan Patel
Принадлежит: EMBRACE LLC

Systems and methods are disclosed for regulating body temperature. The system includes a housing that comprises compartments for a phase change material and a heat transfer material. The compartments are configured to transfer heat from the heat transfer material to the phase change material. A temperature sensor is used to determine when the phase change material has reached a pre-determined temperature. When the pre-determined temperature is reached, a release mechanism or lever is coupled to the temperature sensor to separate the phase change material compartment from the heat transfer material compartment or to remove the heat transfer material away from the phase change material compartment. The heated phase change material compartment can be used to regulate body temperature.

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Номер записи: 31
10-01-2013 дата публикации

Method of Inducing Thermogenesis by Manipulating the Thermoregulatory Status of a Human

Номер: US20130013037A1
Автор: Jason K. Adams
Принадлежит: Individual

This invention provides methods and devices for decreasing the core temperature of a human to cause weight loss. The methods involve contacting the body or a portion of the body with a cooling medium in a sealable chamber to induce a decrease in the core temperature.

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Номер записи: 32
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Device For Administering Heat To A Human Or Animal Tissue, Vessel Or Cavity

Номер: US20130018257A1
Автор: Henri Mehier
Принадлежит: NOVA THERMA

Device for administering heat to a cavity, tissue or vessel, characterised in that it takes the form of an insulated copper wire over the length of which is crimped a tube having a resistivity of more than 20 μΩ·cm, the copper wire ( 1 ) is in contact with the said tube at its distal extremity, the tube is enclosed over part of its length by at least one movable cylinder having an electrical resistance of less than 20 μΩ·cm, and the movable cylinder and the copper wire have means for connection to a current generator.

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Номер записи: 33
31-01-2013 дата публикации

Warmer device and its operational method

Номер: US20130028578A1
Автор: ShengQuan Liang
Принадлежит: Individual

A warmer device includes a rechargeable warmer bag containing liquid, a protection device for disposing the rechargeable warmer bag thereat, a charging unit for charging the rechargeable warmer bag to heat up liquid at a usable temperature, and a monitoring device for monitoring the rechargeable warmer bag, wherein the monitoring device includes an actuator operatively linked to the charging device and arranged in such a manner that the actuator is switched on to ensure the heating unit being operated to heat up the liquid, wherein the actuator is actuated by the bag when the bag is expanded, such that the actuator is switched off in response to an expansion of the bag at the protection device to cut off a power supply of the charging unit for preventing the bag being over-expanded.

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Номер записи: 34
14-03-2013 дата публикации

Tissue treatment methods

Номер: US20130066309A1
Автор: Mitchell E. Levinson
Принадлежит: Zeltiq Aesthetics Inc

Methods are provided herein for affecting a region of a subject's body, comprising exposing the region to a cooling element under conditions effective to cool subcutaneous adipose tissue in said region; and increasing the blood flow rate to the cooled tissue by exposing the tissue to an energy source. Methods are also provided for treating subcutaneous adipose tissue in a region of a subject's body, comprising exposing said region to a cooling element under conditions effective to cool said tissue; and exposing the tissue to an energy source to increase the blood flow rate to the cooled tissue, thereby stimulating reperfusion in, and/or causing an ischemia-reperfusion injury to, the cooled tissue.

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Номер записи: 35
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Patient temperature control catheter with outer sleeve cooled by inner sleeve

Номер: US20130073014A1
Автор: Alex L. Lim, Jeremy T. Dabrowiak, Richard A. Helkowski, Venkata Vishnu Gurukula
Принадлежит: Zoll Circulation Inc

A catheter has an inner sleeve through which refrigerant circulates to and from a source of refrigerant. The catheter also has an outer sleeve surrounding the inner sleeve, including a distal end thereof. The outer sleeve is filled with a frozen biocompatible substance. The refrigerant is separated from the biocompatible substance by one or more walls of the inner sleeve such that the refrigerant is isolated from a patient in whom the catheter is positioned by both the inner sleeve and the frozen biocompatible substance. The refrigerant circulates through the catheter when the catheter is positioned in the patient to maintain the biocompatible substance frozen as heat is transferred from the patient to the biocompatible substance.

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Номер записи: 36
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Grounded Pressure Cooling

Номер: US20130079854A1
Автор: Peter Z. Wasowski
Принадлежит: VASPER SYSTEMS LLC

A pressurized garment has cuffs for encircling a human subject, each cuff having ports for cooling and grounding unit controlling the pressure and temperature of the coolant, where the pressurization and cooling may use common or separate cuff ports. The cuff has a coolant circulating having a temperature and pressure selected to provide therapy to a subject in need thereof. The cuffs may be applied to the upper arms and upper thighs of a subject in need of improved vitality.

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Номер записи: 37
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Patient temperature control catheter with helical heat exchange paths

Номер: US20130079855A1
Автор: Alex L. Lim, Jeremy T. Dabrowiak, Richard A. Helkowski, Venkata Vishnu Gurukula
Принадлежит: Zoll Circulation Inc

A catheter includes a working fluid supply path communicating with a source of working fluid. The catheter also includes a working fluid return path communicating with the working fluid supply path to return working fluid from the supply path to the source of working fluid. At least one of the paths is contained in a distal heat exchange region of the catheter, where the distal heat exchange region includes first and second helical paths and is made of a shape memory material.

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Номер записи: 38
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Transatrial patient temperature control catheter

Номер: US20130079858A1
Автор: Alex L. Lim, Jeremy T. Dabrowiak, Richard A. Helkowski, Venkata Vishnu Gurukula
Принадлежит: Zoll Circulation Inc

A transatrial intravascular temperature management catheter has a lower heat exchange segment positionable in the inferior vena cava and an upper heat exchange segment positionable in the superior vane cava, with a connecting segment lying between the two and positionable in the right atrium. A temperature sensor on the distal tip of the upper heat exchange segment provides accurate core body temperature signals for feedback purposes since the blood flowing past the sensor has not yet reached the heat exchange segment.

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Номер записи: 39
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Method of applying heat using handheld device

Номер: US20130085421A1
Автор: Michael H. KUCHAVIK, Sr., Raymond J. Hull, Jr., Robert HAMLEN, Ronald J. Gillespie
Принадлежит: Individual

A method includes the steps of: a) electrically connecting an electric heater to an external electrical power source, b) disconnecting the electric heater from the external electrical power source, c) energizing a motor contained within the housing to impart motion to a body-care surface, and d) applying the body-care surface to the skin surface while the electric heater is disconnected from the external electrical power source. The electric heater heats a thermal energy storage medium in thermal contact therewith, and the electric heater and thermal energy storage medium are associated with a handheld device having a housing arranged and configured for gripping by a human hand. The motor imparts motion to a body-care surface operatively connected to the housing and in thermal contact with the thermal energy storage medium.

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Номер записи: 40
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Handheld device with thermal body-care element

Номер: US20130085423A1
Автор: Michael H. KUCHAVIK, Sr., Raymond J. Hull, Jr., Robert HAMLEN, Ronald J. Gillespie
Принадлежит: Individual

A handheld device for application to a skin surface of a human or animal includes a housing arranged and configured for gripping by a human hand having a mount for a thermal body-care element, a thermal body-care element operatively connected to the mount on the housing, a motion-generating system contained within the housing, and a heat-generating element. The thermal body-care element has a body-care surface. The motion-generating system includes a motor operatively coupled to the body-care surface to impart motion thereto and electrically coupled to an internal electric power source contained within the housing. The heat-generating element is thermally coupled to the body-care surface and has a container enclosing an electric heater in thermal contact with a thermal energy storage medium and an electrical connection for selective coupling to an external electrical power source. The heat-generating element container is disposed within the thermal body-care element.

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Номер записи: 41
11-04-2013 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for regional and whole body temperature modification

Номер: US20130090709A1
Автор: Alex T. Roth, Nicole Denise Bloom, Timothy R. Machold, Wade A. Keller
Принадлежит: Zoll Circulation Inc

Methods and apparatuses for temperature modification of a patient, or selected regions thereof, including an induced state of hypothermia. The temperature modification is accomplished using an in-dwelling heat exchange catheter within which a fluid heat exchange medium circulates. A heat exchange cassette of any one of several disclosed variations is attached to the circulatory conduits of the catheter, the heat exchange cassette being sized to engage a cavity within one of various described re-usable control units. The control units include a heater/cooler device, a user input device, and a processor connected to receive input from various sensors around the body and the system. The heater/cooler device may be thermoelectric to enable both heating and 15 ″ cooling based on polarity. A temperature control scheme for ramping the body temperature up or down without overshoot is provided. The disposable heat exchange cassettes may include an integral pump head that engages with a pump drive mechanism within the re-usable control unit. More than one control unit may be provided to receive the same heat exchange cassette so that, for example, a large capacity control unit can be used initially, and a smaller, battery-powered unit can be substituted once the patient reaches the desired target temperature.

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Номер записи: 42
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Method and apparatus to affect body-temperature regulation

Номер: US20130104569A1
Автор: Douglas P. Ballnik
Принадлежит: Individual

Disrupting an ability to regulate core body temperature of a human includes a cooling device having various components, and the cooling device is controlled in various manners to remove heat from an anatomical region (e.g., distal extremity). The cooling device might be programmed to maintain a range of temperatures designed to affect an ability to regulate body temperature. In addition, the cooling device might be programmed to operate in cycles. By disrupting core-body-temperature regulation, biological rhythms (e.g., Circadian) can also be disrupted and sleep induction may be countered. Countering sleep incidents in an automobile driver might make it more difficult for the driver to fall asleep or become drowsy while driving.

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Номер записи: 43
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Cooling device having a plurality of controllable cooling elements to provide a predetermined cooling profile

Номер: US20130116759A1
Автор: Jesse N. Rosen, Mitchell Levinson, William Pennybacker
Принадлежит: Zeltiq Aesthetics Inc

A cooling device for removing heat from subcutaneous lipid-rich cells of a subject having skin is provided. The cooling device includes a plurality of cooling elements movable relative to each other to conform to the contour's of the subject's skin. The cooling elements have a plurality of controllable thermoelectric coolers. The cooling elements can be controlled to provide a time-varying cooling profile in a predetermined sequence, can be controlled to provide a spatial cooling profile in a selected pattern, or can be adjusted to maintain constant process parameters, or can be controlled to provide a combination thereof.

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Номер записи: 44
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Rapid Cooling of Body and/or Brain by Irrigating with a Cooling Liquid

Номер: US20130116761A1
Автор: Thomas Kreck
Принадлежит: NeuroSave Inc

Methods and devices are disclosed for providing therapeutic hypothermia using irrigation of the aerodigestive tract with cooled liquids. The disclosed method provides much more rapid therapeutic cooling to lower temperatures than could previously be achieved, thereby improving clinical outcomes. Novel cooling liquids and cooling devices are disclosed for carrying out the method. An external turbulent flow of cooling liquid may also be applied to the exterior of the head to further promote heat exchange. Multiple embodiments of devices are disclosed for performing rapid induction and maintenance of therapeutic hypothermia either in a hospital setting or in the field so that hypothermic treatment can be quickly instituted before significant tissue damage occurs. Methods are also disclosed for targeting brain cooling by irrigating the upper airway/aerodigestive tract, and more generalized cooling by irrigating the esophagus and/or stomach.

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Номер записи: 45
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Wearable horse cooling device

Номер: US20130123886A1
Автор: Gary Chiu, Naijian FU
Принадлежит: Individual

A wearable horse cooling device has at least one cold water circulating module and a fixing module. Each one of the at least one cold water circulating module has a cooling unit, a wrap and a connection hose assembly. The wrap has a water bag and an air bag for generating a holding force. The connection hose assembly is connected between and communicates with each cooing unit and the water bag of the wrap. The fixing module is securely connected with each one of the at least one cold water circulating module and tied to the body of a horse to bind the cold water circulating unit on the body of the horse so that the cold water circulating unit can be firmly mounted and worn on the body of the horse without causing discomfort of the horse.

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Номер записи: 46
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Therapeutic Cooling Devices

Номер: US20130123890A1
Автор: Jeffrey W. Latham
Принадлежит: TraumaTec Inc

A thermal regulatory system to reduce swelling caused by trauma to a variety of tissues and limbs is provided. One or more substantially flexible, at least partially thermally conductive housing containing optionally activatable thermal regulatory medium may be coupled with one or more applicator, such as a splint, that is adapted to apply the medium housing to the tissue. Methods of therapeutically regulating tissue temperature are also provided.

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Номер записи: 47
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Shoulder immobilizer and fracture stabilization device

Номер: US20130131568A1
Автор: Marc Safran, Nathaniel Cohen, Ronald Joseph, Steve Golden
Принадлежит: Cradle Medical Inc

A shoulder immobilizer ( 20 ) includes a semi-rigid or rigid orthosis, in the form of an arm support ( 22 ), which supports the upper arm, elbow, forearm and wrist of a patient. A bolster ( 24 ) is positioned between the patient and the arm support ( 22 ). A body strap ( 26 ) extends around the patient and attaches to the arm support ( 22 ) and/or the bolster ( 24 ), holding the arm support and bolster in position against the body of the patient. In embodiments, the shoulder immobilizer ( 20 ) may utilize a shoulder strap ( 28 ), but such a shoulder strap is not necessary for shoulder immobilization of the patient.

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Номер записи: 48
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Cool fat burner

Номер: US20130131764A1
Автор: P. Eric Grove
Принадлежит: Individual

An ice harness for cooling brown adipose tissue. The ice harness includes a front section, wherein the front section is configured to be placed on a user's chest. The ice harness also includes a rear section, wherein the rear section is configured to be placed on the user's upper back. The ice harness further includes a first cold-gel pack, wherein the first cold-gel pack is attached to the front section. The ice harness additionally includes a second cold-gel pack, wherein the second cold-gel pack is attached to the rear section.

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Номер записи: 49
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Renal neuromodulation methods and devices for treatment of polycystic kidney disease

Номер: US20130144251A1
Автор: Paul A. SOBOTKA
Принадлежит: Medtronic Ardian Luxembourg SARL

Methods for treating polycystic kidney disease with therapeutic renal neuromodulation and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present technology is directed to methods that at least partially inhibit sympathetic neural activity in nerves proximate a renal artery of a kidney of a patient. One or more measurable physiological parameter corresponding to the polycystic kidney disease can thereby be reduced. Moreover, central sympathetic drive in the patient can be reduced in a manner that treats the patient for the polycystic kidney disease. Renal sympathetic nerve activity can be modulated along the afferent and/or efferent pathway. The modulation can be achieved, for example, using an intravascularly positioned catheter carrying a neuromodulation assembly, e.g., a neuromodulation assembly configured to cryotherapeutically cool the renal nerve or to deliver an energy field to the renal nerve.

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Номер записи: 50
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Pain management system

Номер: US20130158635A1
Автор: Charles Federico, Gregory Federico, Matthew Federico
Принадлежит: CMG HEALTHCARE LLC

A pain management system that includes a support undergarment with a pouch configured to removeably secure a therapy pack, wherein the support undergarment comprises an anti-microbial material and at least one moisture barrier. The system further includes a therapy pack configured to form into a contoured design.

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Номер записи: 51
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Heating system for patient thermal management

Номер: US20130172964A1
Автор: Forrest S. Seitz, Gary N. Mills, Mel Campf, Russell B. Todd
Принадлежит: Individual

An electrifiable heating blanket for patients, particularly including small animals, undergoing surgery. Heating of the blanket is varied in accordance with patient body temperature changes. Control of the heating is provided by a control unit made accessible to a care giver (surgeon or assistant), and blanket temperature is varied by increasing/decreasing electrical current flow to the blanket via the control unit. A primary conductor path is provided from the electrical source to a base control unit and from the base control unit to the blanket covering the patient. The invention provides a secondary conductor path from a position along the primary conductor path and independently extended to a position of convenience to the surgeon or assistant. An electronic break out feature is provided at the point of diversion enabling electronics push button control from the hand control.

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Номер записи: 52
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Device for applying a pulsating pressure to a local region of the body and applications thereof

Номер: US20130184624A1
Автор: Erling Bekkestad Rein, Marius Filtvedt
Принадлежит: OTIVIO AS

The present invention generally relates to a device for applying a pulsating pressure to a local region of the body and applications thereof. The device may be used to increase the blood flow in a local region of the body, and in preferred embodiments provides a device for regulating the core body temperature of a patient.

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Номер записи: 53
25-07-2013 дата публикации

Methods and devices for selective disruption of visceral fat by controlled cooling

Номер: US20130190744A1
Автор: Joshua Tam, Matthew M. Avram, Richard R. Anderson
Принадлежит: General Hospital Corp

The present invention provides methods and apparatus for use in the selective disruption of visceral fat tissue by controlled cooling.

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Номер записи: 54
01-08-2013 дата публикации

Hearing testing probe with integrated temperature and humidity sensors and active temperature control

Номер: US20130195299A1
Автор: Andrew Dale, Jerrold S. Zdenek, Steve Iseberg, Steve Viranyi
Принадлежит: Etymotic Research Inc

Certain embodiments provide a hearing testing system. The hearing testing system includes a transducer and an environmental sensor coupled with an acoustic channel. The environmental sensor is configured to measure environmental conditions of the acoustic channel. The hearing testing system includes a processor. The processor is configured to receive the environmental conditions from the environmental sensor. The processor is configured to apply, based on the measure environmental conditions, correction data to a transducer response to generate a corrected transducer response. In certain embodiments, the processor is configured to control a heating element based on a measured temperature to maintain a pre-defined temperature, or range of temperatures, at a testing probe.

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Номер записи: 55
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for controlling a warming therapy device

Номер: US20130217981A1
Автор: Harald Kneuer, Ines Poggensee, John Richards, Nancy Files, Peter Medico, Philip Moehring, Thorsten Waloschek
Принадлежит: Draeger Medical Systems Inc

An apparatus and method for controlling a warming therapy device (e.g., incubator, warmer, etc.) is described. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus includes a Graphical User Interface (GUI) coupled to the warming therapy device for monitoring patient medical information, and for controlling various aspects of the warming therapy device accordingly.

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Номер записи: 56
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Pain Management Using Cryogenic Remodeling

Номер: US20130218148A1
Автор: Keith Burger, Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams
Принадлежит: MyoScience Inc

Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.

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Номер записи: 57
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Portable Hydro-Thermal Therapy System for Use with a Vessel for Containing Water and Method for Use of Same

Номер: US20130226044A1
Автор: Mark Moore, Walter Abercrombie
Принадлежит: Mark Moore, Walter Abercrombie

A portable hydro-thermal therapy system for use with a vessel for containing water and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the portable hydro-thermal therapy system includes a mobile trailer having a platform to achieve point-to-point haulage thereof. A cool water supply device having inlet and outlet port is mounted on the platform. The cool water supply device includes a water circulation path from the inlet port to the outlet port, a water pump coupled to the water circulation path, and a refrigeration cycle contained within the cool water supply device. A thermostat and water pump may cooperate in combination to provide water between about 50° F. and about 55° F. The water circulation path is thermally proximate to the evaporator coil in order to cool the water being pumped through the water circulation path to and from the vessel by way of inlet and outlet tubing.

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Номер записи: 58
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Hypothermia Devices and Methods

Номер: US20130226077A1
Автор: Daniel Rogers Burnett, Gregory W. HALL
Принадлежит: Velomedix Inc

A method of providing hypothermia to a patient including the steps of inserting a fluid delivery member into a peritoneal cavity of the patient; delivering hypothermia fluid from a fluid source into the peritoneal cavity through the delivery member; and limiting fluid pressure within the peritoneal cavity without providing feedback control to the fluid source. The invention also provides an apparatus for practicing the method.

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Номер записи: 59
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for providing temperature-controlled therapy

Номер: US20130238042A1
Автор: Richard Gildersleeve, Thomas Jerome Bachinski
Принадлежит: Individual

Systems and methods provide air or gas-based temperature-controlled medical devices. The systems and methods may be applied to provide therapy to a patient suffering orthopedic or other injuries. Air or other gas is temperature-controlled and adjusted to meet a patient's physical needs and delivered the patient therapy site through a temperature regulated system including a therapeutic orthopedic wrap. Feedback mechanisms allow the caregiver or the patient to adjust the temperature of the gas. Other fluids may also be used. The systems and methods permit use of electrotherapy for enhanced therapy and injury recovery.

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Номер записи: 60
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Cryotreatment device and method

Номер: US20130238064A1
Автор: Daniel M. Lafontaine
Принадлежит: Boston Scientific Scimed Inc

Devices and methods for cooling vessel walls to inhibit restenosis in conjunction with medical procedures such as coronary artery angioplasty. One catheter device includes a distal tube region having coolant delivery holes radially and longitudinally distributed along the distal region. In some devices, holes spray coolant directly onto the vessel walls. In other embodiments, a balloon or envelope is interposed between the coolant and the vessel walls and the coolant returned out of the catheter through a coolant return lumen. Some direct spray devices include an occlusion device to restrict blood flow past the region being cooled. Pressure, temperature, and ultrasonic probes are included in some cooling catheters. Some cooling catheters are coiled perfusion catheters supporting longer cooling periods by allowing perfusing blood flow simultaneously with vessel wall cooling.

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Номер записи: 61
19-09-2013 дата публикации

Wound and therapy compress and dressing

Номер: US20130245578A1
Автор: Aaron N. Ingram, Mark H. Bruder
Принадлежит: Bruder Healthcare Co

A method of providing moisture therapy to a subject by applying a moist therapy compress against a treated body portion. The moist therapy compress includes a fluid-permeable shell, a flexible backing fastened to the shell to define an enclosure, and a hydrophilic zeolite fill granules loosely contained within the enclosure. The therapy compress is exposed to a source of moisture to cause absorption of water into the a hydrophilic zeolite, and the moisture is delivered from the hydrophilic zeolite through the fluid permeable shell to the treated body portion.

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Номер записи: 62
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Gradient sequential thermal compression therapy apparatus and system

Номер: US20130253383A1
Автор: Gregory Brian Maxon-Maldonado
Принадлежит: Maldonado Medical LLC

A method for providing a combined DVT and sequential gradient and targeted compression therapy to a patient is provided. The method includes providing a control unit configured to condition heat transfer fluid and to selectively provide a compressed gas, providing a thermal sequential gradient compression device that is mountable to a select portion of the patient, and programming the control unit to supply heat transfer fluid to the thermal compression device and to supply compressed gas to the thermal compression device.

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Номер записи: 63
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Muscle Relief Device and Method thereof

Номер: US20130289451A1
Автор: Michael Yu
Принадлежит: Individual

A muscle relief device comprises a main body, at least one sensor unit, at least one relief part and at least one control unit. The relief part including at least one massage unit for massaging muscles of a user. The sensor unit includes at least one contact sensor for detecting the contact area of the user. The control unit connects the relief part and the sensor unit, receiving a detected data from the sensor unit and controlling operation modes of the relief part. The relief part, the sensor unit, and the control unit are arranged on the main body.

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Номер записи: 64
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Oral device and method for the use thereof

Номер: US20130296751A1
Автор: Andreas RIFANI, Kelly ARMSTRONG, Marcus Seiffert, Peter Scarrott, Ruth E. Martin
Принадлежит: Individual

An oral device includes an intraoral bolus simulator comprising an exterior surface and having an interior volume fillable with a fluid. An extraoral user interface extends from the bolus simulator, and can be used to locate or position the intraoral bolus simulator. In various embodiments, the fluid may be a gas or a liquid, or combinations thereof. In other embodiments, an oral device includes an extraoral handle, a shield connected to the handle, a tether extending from the shield, and a bolus simulator connected to the tether.

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Номер записи: 65
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Therapeutic Cold Compress Apparatus and Method for Use

Номер: US20130296986A1
Автор: Alan Lynn Dukes
Принадлежит: Individual

Various embodiments are disclosed for applying a cool compression effect. One embodiment, among others, is an adjustable wrap configured as a sleeve with a variable peripheral size. The wrap comprises a first elongated layer comprising a liquid-absorbent sheet and a second elongated layer. The first elongated layer and the second elongated layer are substantially coextensive in size, and one of the first elongated layer and the second elongated layer is configured to be applied directly to a selected body part and provide a cold compression effect to the body part. The adjustable wrap further comprises a fastener coupled to one of the first elongated layer and the second elongated layer, the fastener comprising a first section and a second section for providing an adjustable peripheral size of the wrap.

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Номер записи: 66
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Wound care method and system with one or both of vacuum-light therapy and thermally augmented oxygenation

Номер: US20130331767A1
Автор: Tony Quisenberry
Принадлежит: Thermotek Inc

A combination therapy pad that includes a first layer and a second layer operatively coupled to the first layer. A fiber-optic array is disposed between the first layer and the second layer. A third layer is operatively coupled to the first layer. The third layer includes a vacuum tube in fluid communication with a vacuum source and a therapeutic fluid tube in fluid communication with a therapeutic fluid source. The third layer provides at least one of vacuum therapy and therapeutic fluid treatment to a wound area.

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Номер записи: 67
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Thermal therapy system and method of use

Номер: US20130331914A1
Автор: Craig Kelley, Martin Lee, Robert Biolchini, Steven Stokes
Принадлежит: EICE LLC, THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MEDICAL DEVICE LLC

A system that can be used to provide highly controlled thermal therapy and compression to both cool and heat a skin surface and a joint and surrounding tissue below the skin surface is provided. The system includes a joint conforming wrap; a power supply module for supply power to the joint conforming wrap and a cable operably coupling the wrap and the power supply module. The joint conforming wrap and power supply module include opposing thermoelectric modules. The joint conforming wrap is designed to provide heat transfer processes to the body of a patient to warm or cool the skin and a joint and surrounding tissue disposed under the skin.

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Номер записи: 68
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Devices for cooling the nasal cavity

Номер: US20130331915A1
Автор: Allan Rozenberg, James D. Savage, John K. Hoffman
Принадлежит: BeneChill Inc

A method for cerebral cooling is described using a cooling assembly, which includes first and second elongate tubular members adapted for insertion into a nasal cavity of a patient through the patient's nostrils. The elongate tubular members each have a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending therebetween, and a plurality of ports in fluid communication with the lumen. The cooling assembly also includes a manifold and a reservoir, which contains a pressurized fluid that includes a propellant having a boiling point less than 22° C. The elongate tubular members are inserted into the nasal cavity through the patient's nostrils and pressurized fluid is delivered onto a surface of the nasal cavity by infusing the pressurized fluid from the reservoir through the manifold, into the lumens and through the plurality of ports of the first and second elongate tubular members.

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Номер записи: 69
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Topical Patch For Pain Relief Using Cooling Agent

Номер: US20130337032A1
Автор: Jutaro Shudo
Принадлежит: Teikoku Pharma USA Inc

Topical patch preparations that contain an odorless physiological cooling agent, and methods for using the same are provided. The subject topical patch preparations are made up of an adhesive gel composition that is present on a support, where the adhesive gel composition includes the odorless physiological cooling agent, a water-soluble polymer gel, water and a water holding agent. In using the subject topical patch preparations, the topical patch preparations are applied to a skin surface of a subject and maintained at the site of application for a period of time sufficient for an effective amount of the an odorless physiological cooling agent to be administered to the subject. The subject invention finds use in a variety of applications.

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Номер записи: 70
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Multi-Layered Heat Therapy and Electrotherapy Back Pad Device

Номер: US20130345778A1
Автор: John L. Woods
Принадлежит: Individual

A multi-layered therapy pad is provided having a comfortable and supportive structure that houses heat therapy and electrotherapy means for treating back injuries and sores while an individual lies thereon. The pad comprises a first and second outermost layer of low-resilience polyurethane foam sandwiching an internal layer of higher density foam, which also supports electrical connections between the therapy controller, the power source, and the two therapy means within the pad. The electrotherapy means comprises static or tethered electrodes that apply pulsing electric current directly onto the user's back for stimulation and easing of back pain, while the heat therapy is applied using a resistance heating element within the pad, which heats a majority of the pad for applying heat to the user's back. The operation of the therapy means is controlled by an external controller, while power in received through an external source or an internal battery pack.

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Номер записи: 71
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Epidermal cooling

Номер: US20140050767A1
Автор: Arvind M. Rao
Принадлежит: EXERT Co

In one aspect, an epidermal coolant includes a porous material and a phase change material retained in the porous material. The phase change material has a melting point between about 0-degrees Celsius and about 65-degrees Celsius and is retained in the porous material when the phase change material is in either the solid or liquid phase. In another aspect, an epidermal coolant dispensable by an aerosol container includes a phase change material that changes phase between about 28-degrees and 40-degrees Celsius. The coolant also includes a solvent in which the phase change material is dissolved and a surfactant. The coolant may further include a propellant to express the product from the aerosol container.

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Номер записи: 72
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Stimulation Apparatus

Номер: US20140052199A1
Автор: Bård HENRIKSEN, Inge Klepsvilk, Louise Mohn, Ole Brix
Принадлежит: CHRISTIAN MICHELSEN RESEARCH AS, Luzmon UK Ltd

An apparatus ( 1 ) for applying stimulation to a body has a distributed control system comprising a first CPU ( 7 ) in a main unit ( 24 ), a second CPU ( 30 ) in a display and control unit ( 2 ) and a further CPU 5 in each of one or more interface cards ( 3, 4 ). The second CPU ( 30 ) is configured to control the operation of the first CPU ( 7 ), whilst the first CPU ( 7 ) is configured to control and coordinate the operation of the CPUs ( 5 ) in each interface card ( 3, 4 ).

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Номер записи: 73
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Heating/cooling system for indwelling heat exchange catheter

Номер: US20140067027A1
Автор: Stelica Stelea, Wayne Noda
Принадлежит: Zoll Circulation Inc

A cooling system for an indwelling heat exchange catheter includes a heat exchange bath that is configured to receive a conduit that carries saline to and from the catheter. A heating/cooling fluid is in the bath and exchanges heat with the saline. The heating/cooling fluid flows through a heat exchanger that includes a refrigerant and two variable speed DC compressor for removing heat from the refrigerant. A gear pump circulates the working fluid to and from the catheter and is removably engaged with a pump support platform.

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Номер записи: 74
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Patient Warming/Electro-surgical Grounding Pad

Номер: US20140074086A1
Автор: Kent Douglas Ellis, Mary Elizabeth MacIntyre-Ellis
Принадлежит: Pintler Medical

A surgical operating room table pad that functions in multiple capacities such as a dielectric capacitor for grounding the electro-surgical current from cautery device and heating the patient contact surface for the maintenance of patient normal-thermia. The “capacitor/dielectric” is designed to allow the electrosurgical current introduced to the patient to return back to the electrosurgical generator for patient and surgical staff safety. The temperature of the patient's body is constantly measured by a series of RTD Thermister sensors and a resistive device is utilized for thermal input.

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Номер записи: 75
27-03-2014 дата публикации

Devices and methods for vestibular and/or cranial nerve stimulation

Номер: US20140088671A1
Автор: Lanty L. Smith, Lesco L. Rogers
Принадлежит: Scion Neurostim Inc

An in-ear stimulator for administering thermal stimulation to the ear canal of a subject includes (a) an earpiece configured to be insertable into the ear canal of said subject, the earpiece having an outer surface and an internal cavity formed therein, the internal cavity having an inner surface; and (b) at least one thermoelectric device thermally coupled to the earpiece internal cavity inner surface.

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Номер записи: 76
04-01-2018 дата публикации

PRESERVATION AND TRANSPORT OF AN EX VIVO BIOLOGICAL SAMPLE COMPRISING ULTRASOUND APPLICATION

Номер: US20180000068A1
Автор: Peralta Carmen
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a device for transport and preservation of an ex vivo biological sample and corresponding method. The device () comprises a chamber () for containing the biological sample (), delimitated by walls () made of a thermal insulating material. The device, furthermore, incorporates cooling means () that keep the temperature inside the chamber () below the temperature outside the device (). Finally, an ultrasound system suitable for generating and applying ultrasound on the biological sample () is provided. The invention also proposes a method for transport and preservation which combines applying cooling and ultrasound to reduce cell damage in the biological sample. 111002100462114100100. A device () for transport and preservation of an ex vivo biological sample () for subsequent transplant in a living human being or animal , comprising a chamber () for containing said biological sample () , delimitated by walls () made of a thermal insulating material and cooling means () for keeping the temperature inside said chamber () below the temperature outside said device () , characterized in that it further comprises an auxiliary container () for containing a preservation solution , without external oxygen delivery and for containing said biological sample () immersed in said preservation solution and at least an ultrasound system suitable for generating and applying ultrasound on said biological sample ().2114. The device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that said auxiliary container () is closable.31. The device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that said ultrasound system is suitable for emitting said ultrasound at a frequency comprised between 25 kHz and 1 MHz and a sound intensity comprised between 0.01 and 2 W/cm.41. The device () according to claim 3 , characterized in that said sound intensity is comprised between 0.02 and 1 W/cm.5162. The device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that said cooling means () are ...

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Номер записи: 77
03-01-2019 дата публикации

THERMAL THERAPY GARMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20190000159A1
Автор: Roberts Brandon
Принадлежит:

A thermal therapy garment system includes at least one garment assembly having a compression garment including an outer-surface, and an inner-surface having a plurality of pockets, and at least one thermal-insert. The plurality of pockets is located on the inner-surface of the compression garment and are strategically placed on the compression garment such that thermal therapy is enabled on at least one targeted area of a body of a user-wearer. The targeted area of the body of the user-wearer is at least one muscle, at least one joint, or a combination thereof. The compression garment may be worn underneath everyday clothing for all-day relief, enabling people to maintain a functional lifestyle. 1. A thermal therapy garment system comprising: [ an outer-surface; and', 'a plurality of pockets; and', 'an inner-surface having;'}], 'a compression garment including;'}, 'at least one thermal-insert;, 'at least one garment assembly having;'}wherein said at least one garment assembly comprises said compression garment and said at least one thermal-insert in functional combination, each of said at least one thermal-insert configured to fit within at least one of said plurality of pockets;wherein said plurality of pockets are located on said inner-surface of said compression garment, said plurality of pockets strategically placed on said compression garment such that thermal therapy is enabled on at least one targeted area of a body of a user-wearer;wherein said compression garment holds said at least one thermal-insert tightly against said targeted area of said body of said user-wearer, said at least one thermal-insert is concealed within the garment; andwherein said inner-surface is adjacent to said body of said user-wearer during an in-use condition.2. The thermal therapy garment system of claim 1 , wherein said targeted area of said body of said user-wearer is at least one muscle.3. The thermal therapy garment system of claim 2 , wherein said targeted area of said body of ...

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Номер записи: 78
02-01-2020 дата публикации

WARMING BLANKET

Номер: US20200000252A1
Автор: WANG Mu-Jen
Принадлежит:

A warming blanket includes a warm-air generator, a blanket unit, an air-providing tube and a returning tube. The warm-air generator includes a blower that has an air inlet for drawing air, and a heating member for heating air. The blanket unit has first and second air channels. The warm air which is heated by the heating member is transmitted into the first air channel through the air-providing tube, flows through the first and second air channels, and is transmitted back to the air inlet of the blower. 1. A warming blanket comprising: a housing,', 'a blower that is disposed in said housing, and that has an air inlet for drawing air therethrough into said housing, and an outlet tube, and', 'a heating member that is disposed in said housing for heating the air advanced from said outlet tube;, 'a warm-air generator including'} a first tube-connecting member,', 'a first air channel that is connected to said first tube-connecting member,', 'a second air channel that is serpentine and that is connected to said first air channel, and', 'a second tube-connecting member that is connected to said second air channel;', 'an air-providing tube connected between said outlet tube of said blower and said first tube-connecting member of said blanket unit; and, 'a blanket unit having'}a returning tube connected between said second tube-connecting member of said blanket unit and said air inlet of said blower;wherein the warm air which is heated by said heating member is transmitted into said first air channel through said air-providing tube, flows through said first and second air channels, and is transmitted back to said air inlet of said blower.2. The warming blanket as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said blanket unit further has two opposite short edges, and two opposite long edges that interconnect said short edges;said first and second tube-connecting members are disposed on one of said short edges;said first tube-connecting member is disposed in and extends through said second ...

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Номер записи: 79
06-01-2022 дата публикации

HEATING BODY AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME

Номер: US20220000658A1
Автор: Miyashita Eiji, Miyashita Hirokazu, SAKAMOTO Mitsuhiro, Usui Hitoshi
Принадлежит:

Provided is a heating body that enables high-speed production using a conventional rotary heat-sealing roll, has a wearing portion with sufficient strength to use by inserting a hand or the like, thereby being used safely and conveniently, and can be worn on the body or the like without being adhered thereto, and a method for producing the same. An example of one aspect of the present invention is a heating body in which a heat-generating composition that generates heat in the presence of air is accommodated in a bag body formed by heat sealing a one-surface side laminated base material comprising a first base material and a second base material, and a covering material, at a peripheral edge portion thereof, characterized in that: the first base material has one surface being a nonwoven fabric layer and the other surface being a heat sealable resin layer; the second base material is a sheet in which an olefin-based nonwoven fabric layer and a resin film are laminated using an olefin-based resin; the first base material and the second base material are capable of forming a space into which a body part can be inserted or held, in a part surrounded by the peripheral edge portion; and in a heat sealed part of the bag body peripheral edge portion, the heat sealable resin layer of the first base material and the nonwoven fabric layer of the second base material are bonded together, and the resin film of the second base material and the covering material are bonded together; as well as a method for producing the same. 1. A heating body in which a heat-generating composition that generates heat in the presence of air is accommodated in a bag body formed by heat sealing a one-surface side laminated base material comprising a first base material and a second base material , and a covering material , at a peripheral edge portion thereof , characterized in that:the first base material has one surface being a nonwoven fabric layer and the other surface being a heat sealable ...

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Номер записи: 80
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Augmented and virtual reality display systems and methods for determining optical prescriptions

Номер: US20170000329A1
Автор: Brian T. Schowengerdt, Christopher M. Harrises, John Graham Macnamara, Mark Baerenrodt, Nicole Elizabeth Samec, Rony Abovitz
Принадлежит: Magic Leap Inc

Configurations are disclosed for a health system to be used in various healthcare applications, e.g., for patient diagnostics, monitoring, and/or therapy. The health system may comprise a light generation module to transmit light or an image to a user, one or more sensors to detect a physiological parameter of the user's body, including their eyes, and processing circuitry to analyze an input received in response to the presented images to determine one or more health conditions or defects.

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Номер записи: 81
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Methods and systems for diagnosing binocular vision conditions

Номер: US20170000331A1
Автор: Brian T. Schowengerdt, Christopher M. Harrises, John Graham Macnamara, Mark Baerenrodt, Nicole Elizabeth Samec, Rony Abovitz
Принадлежит: Magic Leap Inc

Configurations are disclosed for a health system to be used in various healthcare applications, e.g., for patient diagnostics, monitoring, and/or therapy. The health system may comprise a light generation module to transmit light or an image to a user, one or more sensors to detect a physiological parameter of the user's body, including their eyes, and processing circuitry to analyze an input received in response to the presented images to determine one or more health conditions or defects.

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Номер записи: 82
04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A RECOMMENDED SKIN TEMPERATURE

Номер: US20180000352A1
Автор: Falk Steven, Starr Karen, Utturkar Yogen Vishwas
Принадлежит:

A method and apparatus includes an infant holding area, a display area, a heating system for warming the infant holding area, an environmental sensor, a physiological sensor, and a processor. The processor is configured to receive an environmental sensor input from the environmental sensor and a physiological sensor input from the physiological sensor. The processor is configured to determine a recommended skin temperature based on the environmental sensor input and the physiological sensor input. The processor is configured to display the recommended skin temperature on the display area. 1. An apparatus comprising:an infant holding area;a display area;a heating system for warming the infant holding area;an environmental sensor;a physiological sensor; anda processor configured to receive an environmental sensor input from the environmental sensor and a physiological sensor input from the physiological sensor, wherein the processor is configured to determine a recommended skin temperature based on both the environmental sensor input and the physiological sensor input, and wherein the processor is configured to display the recommended skin temperature on the display area.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the physiological sensor is selected from the group consisting of a skin temperature sensor claim 1 , a blood temperature sensor claim 1 , a breathing rate senor claim 1 , a tidal breathing airflow sensor claim 1 , a blood volume sensor claim 1 , a weight sensor claim 1 , and a heart rate sensor.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the physiological sensor comprises a skin temperature sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the environmental sensor is selected from the group consisting of an air velocity sensor claim 1 , an air temperature sensor claim 1 , and an air humidity sensor.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the environmental sensor is selected from the group consisting of an air velocity sensor claim 2 , an air temperature sensor claim 2 , and an ...

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Номер записи: 83
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Methods and systems for diagnosing eyes using aberrometer

Номер: US20170000337A1
Автор: Brian T. Schowengerdt, Christopher M. Harrises, John Graham Macnamara, Mark Baerenrodt, Nicole Elizabeth Samec, Rony Abovitz
Принадлежит: Magic Leap Inc

Configurations are disclosed for a health system to be used in various healthcare applications, e.g., for patient diagnostics, monitoring, and/or therapy. The health system may comprise a light generation module to transmit light or an image to a user, one or more sensors to detect a physiological parameter of the user's body, including their eyes, and processing circuitry to analyze an input received in response to the presented images to determine one or more health conditions or defects.

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Номер записи: 84
03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR THERMALLY-INDUCED RENAL NEUROMODULATION

Номер: US20190000545A1
Автор: Deem Mark, Gelfand Mark, GIFFORD, III Hanson, Levin Howard R., Wu Andrew, Zarins Denise
Принадлежит: Medtronic Ardian Luxembourg S.a.r.l.

Methods and apparatus are provided for thermally-induced renal neuromodulation. Thermally-induced renal neuromodulation may be achieved via direct and/or via indirect application of thermal energy to heat or cool neural fibers that contribute to renal function, or of vascular structures that feed or perfuse the neural fibers. In some embodiments, parameters of the neural fibers, of non-target tissue, or of the thermal energy delivery element, may be monitored via one or more sensors for controlling the thermally-induced neuromodulation. In some embodiments, protective elements may be provided to reduce a degree of thermal damage induced in the non-target tissues. In some embodiments, thermally-induced renal neuromodulation is achieved via delivery of a pulsed thermal therapy. 117-. (canceled)18. A method for treating a hypertensive human patient , the method comprising:intravascularly positioning a thermal apparatus carried by a renal denervation catheter at least proximate to renal nerves of the patient;delivering thermal energy via the thermal apparatus to modulate a function of the renal nerves via thermal effects; andintravascularly removing the renal denervation catheter from the patient after delivering the thermal energy to conclude the procedure.19. The method of wherein intravascularly positioning a thermal apparatus comprises intravascularly positioning the thermal apparatus within a renal artery of the patient proximate to the renal nerves.20. The method of wherein the renal denervation catheter comprises an expandable element at a distal region of the catheter claim 18 , and wherein the thermal apparatus is carried by the expandable element claim 18 , and wherein the method further comprises:transforming the expandable element from a low-profile delivery configuration to an expanded treatment configuration within a renal artery of the patient after intravascularly positioning the thermal apparatus at least proximate to renal nerves and before delivering ...

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Номер записи: 85
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Vaginal remodeling device and methods

Номер: US20200000517A1
Автор: Chun-Chih Cheng, Ian F. Smith, Jerome Jackson, Jonathan B. Parmer, Patrick Karl Howe, Sean Yasuo Sullivan, Sheree Leigh LUCAS, Stanley Levy, Steven Marc Lopez
Принадлежит: Viveve Inc

This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.

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Номер записи: 86
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR INDUCING DESIRABLE TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON BODY TISSUE

Номер: US20200000519A1
Автор: Blanck Arthur G., Briggs Len, Gustus Rolfe Tyson, Hoey Michael F., Perry Mike, Stone Corbett W.
Принадлежит:

A catheter and catheter system may be used to treat disease tissue by gentle heating in combination with gentle or standard dilation. An elongate flexible catheter body with a radially expandable balloon having a plurality of electrodes engage tissue including diseased tissue when the structure expands. 1. A system , comprising:a catheter body having a proximal end and a distal end with an axis therebetween;a radially expandable member having a low profile insertion configuration and a larger profile configuration; anda plurality of electrode pairs included on a plurality of flexible circuits, the flexible circuits distributed about an outer surface of the expandable member, so as to define a plurality of remodeling zones extending circumferentially about a wall of a body lumen when the expandable member is in the larger profile configuration; andwherein the plurality of electrode pairs is configured to transmit a tissue remodeling energy to each of the plurality of remodeling zones such that the tissue remodeling energy transmitted to remodeling zones including both a target tissue and a collateral tissue heats the target tissue sufficiently to efficaciously alter the target tissue without causing thermal damage to the collateral tissue.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein each of the flexible circuits includes an associated bipolar electrode pair.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the electrodes of each bipolar electrode pair are disposed on its associated flexible circuit so as to have a predetermined bipolar pair separation distance therebetween when the expandable member is in the larger profile configuration.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the bipolar electrode pairs are configured to be energized with RF energy claim 2 , and wherein the electrodes of the electrode pairs are circumferentially separated.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein a circumferential distance between the electrodes of the electrode pairs is within a range from about 0.25 to 2.5 mm.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 87
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Eyeball Cooling Module, Eyeball Cooling Apparatus Comprising Same, Eyeball Cooling Eye Patch Comprising Same, Eyeball Cooling Glasses Comprising Same and Eyeball Cooling Goggle Comprising Same

Номер: US20160000600A1
Автор: Lee Yong-heum
Принадлежит: YONSEI UNIVERSITY WONJU INDUSTRY-ACADEMIC COOPERATION FOUNDATION

An eyeball cooling module includes a cooling device and a heat dissipation unit. The cooling device generates a cooling stimulation to human eyeballs by absorbing heat from a first side in which the human eyeballs are disposed and dissipating heat to a second side opposed to the first side. The heat dissipation unit is disposed at the second side of the cooling device, and dissipates heat from the second side of the cooling device externally. Accordingly, cooling stimulation to eyeballs of a human may be generated to human eyeballs, fatigue of eyes and eyeballs may be relieved at home and eyeball fever may be reduced at hospitals. 1. An eyeball cooling module comprising:a cooling device to generate a cooling stimulation to human eyeballs by absorbing heat from a first side in which the human eyeballs are disposed and dissipating heat to a second side opposed to the first side; anda heat dissipation unit, disposed at the second side of the cooling device, to dissipate heat from the second side of the cooling device externally.2. The eyeball cooling module of claim 1 , wherein the cooling device includes a Peltier device that includes two metal plates spaced apart from each other claim 1 , and the Peltier device absorbs heat from the first side and dissipates heat to the second side when a potential occurs between the two metal plates.3. The eyeball cooling module of claim 2 , wherein the Peltier device comprises:a heat absorption unit including a first metal plate and a second metal plate that are disposed at the first side and are spaced apart from each other, the potential being induced between the first metal plate and the second metal plate;a heat dissipation unit including a third metal plate disposed at the second side;a p-type device disposed between the first metal plate and the third metal plate; andan n-type device disposed between the second metal plate and the third metal plate.4. The eyeball cooling module of claim 1 , wherein the heat dissipation unit ...

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Номер записи: 88
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Thermal Body Suit

Номер: US20210000642A1
Автор: Stewart Shawn L.
Принадлежит:

A thermal body suit that provides heat therapy to selected areas of the body includes a garment having an outer layer, an insulation layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer, such that the insulation layer and the middle layer are disposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. The garment includes a pair of closure fasteners on opposing sides that each extend from the collar to the lower torso portion of the garment. Multiple vents are disposed on the outer layer of the garment for air circulation. The insulation layer includes a plurality of FIR coils operably connected to a power supply. A controller includes an input mechanism configured receive instructions for selecting a desired temperature of the plurality of FIR coils. In this way, the wearer can selectively apply heat to the desired areas of the body while wearing the garment. 1) A thermal body suit , comprising:a garment comprising an outer layer, an insulation layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer, wherein the insulation layer and the middle layer are disposed between the outer layer and the inner layer;a first closure fastener extending from a collar of the garment to a lower torso portion of the garment on a first side of the garment;a second closure fastener extending from the collar of the garment to the lower torso portion of the garment on a second side of the garment;a plurality of vents disposed on the outer layer of the garment;a plurality of FIR coils disposed within the insulation layer and operably connected to a power supply;a controller comprising an input mechanism configured to receive instructions for selecting a desired temperature of the plurality of FIR coils; anda USB port disposed on the outer layer of the garment, wherein the USB port is in electrical communication with the FIR infrared coils.2) The thermal body suit of claim , wherein first closure fastener and the second closure fasteners are zippers.3) The thermal body suit of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 89
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Device for carrying out a shirodhara treatment and method for establishing a liquid flow which flows out of an outlet

Номер: US20210000643A1
Автор: Ilan Karavani, Merijn SANDERS
Принадлежит: Ayavaya BV

Device for carrying out a Shirodhara treatment in which a liquid is poured over the forehead of a person, whereby said device comprises an outlet for the liquid and a pump and a supply line running from said pump to said outlet, whereby said outlet is can move reciprocally in a regular manner, whereby said device is provided with a heating unit for heating liquid to a target temperature, whereby said heating unit comprises a heating element, whereby said heating element is disposed in or around said supply line, whereby said heating unit comprises a temperature sensor for measuring the temperature of liquid, whereby said device comprises a control unit to regulate the power of said heating element on the basis of the temperature measured by said temperature sensor.

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Номер записи: 90
07-01-2021 дата публикации

DUAL MODALITY ENERGY DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20210000644A9
Автор: DENG AUSTIN, Higgins Laura, Paunescu Alexandru, Walsh Ryan
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An economical dual modality system is useful in a system for independent delivery of two distinct energy modalities to a mammalian body and includes a thermal subsystem. The thermal subsystem includes a thermal source affixed to flexible web having an adhesive surface and at least one structure arranged and configured to couple the thermal subsystem to a chassis comprising a durable energy subsystem. 1. A thermal subsystem for use with a system for independent delivery of two distinct energy modalities to a mammalian body , the thermal subsystem comprising a thermal source affixed to flexible web having an adhesive surface and at least one structure arranged and configured to couple the thermal subsystem to a chassis comprising a durable energy subsystem.2. The thermal subsystem of wherein the at least one structure arranged and configured to couple the thermal subsystem to the chassis comprises at least one clip claim 1 , at least one aperture claim 1 , or at least one snap.3. The thermal subsystem of wherein the thermal source comprises a heat source.4. The thermal subsystem of wherein the thermal source comprises a cooling source.5. The thermal subsystem of further comprising one or more sensors disposed on either the chassis or the replaceable thermal subsystem. The present invention generally relates to a system which utilizes light therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain, reduction of edema and inflammation, and promoting the healing of tissues, especially soft tissues like muscle, tendons, and ligaments. More specifically, the invention relates to a system with a durable energy subsystem, a replaceable thermal subsystem, and a means to couple the durable energy subsystem and the replaceable thermal subsystem to a desired treatment area of a user's body.Light, when delivered to the body, has been shown to elicit a wide range of therapeutic effects. Specifically, light can be used as a therapeutic agent for various disorders. For example, light therapy ...

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Номер записи: 91
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Pain Management Using Cryogenic Remodeling

Номер: US20160000601A1
Автор: Keith Burger, Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams
Принадлежит: MyoScience Inc

Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.

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Номер записи: 92
03-01-2019 дата публикации

TREATMENT SYSTEMS FOR REMOVING HEAT FROM SUBCUTANEOUS LIPID-RICH CELLS

Номер: US20190000663A1
Автор: Anderson Richard Rox, Manstein Dieter
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to methods for use in the selective disruption of lipid-rich cells by controlled cooling. The present invention further relates to a device for use in carrying out the methods for selective disruption of lipid-rich cells by controlled cooling. 1. A system for removing heat from subcutaneous lipid-rich cells of a region of a subject , the system comprising a treatment system including at least one cooling/heating element and configured to wrap around at least a portion of the subject such that the system is capable of reducing a temperature of the region to damage the subcutaneous lipid-rich cells while not injuring non-lipid-rich cells proximate to the at least one cooling/heating element.2. The system of wherein the treatment system is configured to at least partially surround one or more selected from the group consisting of: an arm claim 1 , an upper or lower leg claim 1 , and a waist of the subject.3. The system of wherein the treatment system is configured to form a band or cylinder around the portion of the subject.4. The system of wherein the portion of the subject includes one or more selected from the group consisting of: an arm claim 1 , an upper or lower leg claim 1 , and a waist of the subject.5. The system of wherein the treatment system comprises a flexible material that allows the treatment system to wrap around the portion of the subject.6. The system of wherein the treatment system includes a fastening mechanism that couples together ends of the treatment system.7. The system of wherein the at least one cooling/heating element includes a plurality of cooling/heating elements arranged circumferentially about the portion of the subject when the treatment system wraps around the portion of the subject.8. The system of wherein the treatment system includes at least one passage through which a fluid is capable of flowing to change the temperature of the subcutaneous lipid-rich cells.9. The system of wherein the fluid ...

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Номер записи: 93
03-01-2019 дата публикации

DRY EYE COMPRESS WITH HEAT REFLECTIVE COVER

Номер: US20190000664A1
Автор: McMahon David
Принадлежит: Solana Health, Inc.

The disclosure concerns an improved system for administering moisture therapy to a patient, the system including: a conventional moisture therapy compress, and a therapeutically adaptive cover configured to contain the conventional moisture therapy compress and further adapted to communicate a therapeutic delivery of hot or cold moisture through a fluid permeable material to a treatment site of a patient. The therapeutically adaptive cover communicates hot or cold moisture therapy while isolating the compress from the treatment site, allowing for re-use of the compress by way of replacing the cover, or washing the cover prior to subsequent use for maintaining optimum sterility and cleanliness. Other features and advantages are disclosed in the appended detailed description of the preferred embodiments. 1. A moisture therapy compress , comprising:a flexible first shell, the first shell forming at least one enclosure, and being microwave compatible for repeated microwave heating;a plurality of hydrophilic zeolite fill granules loosely contained within the at least one enclosure for delivery of moist heat therapy from the hydrophilic zeolite fill granules through the flexible outer shell, the hydrophilic zeolite fill granules retaining at least one antimicrobial metal material disposed therein;wherein the hydrophilic zeolite fill granules are microwave compatible and substantially retain said at least one antimicrobial metal material therein upon multiple exposures to microwave irradiation, but allow repeated absorption and dissipation of moisture to and from the hydrophilic zeolite fill granules;wherein the moisture therapy compress further comprises:a flexible second shell, the second shell comprising a first opening extending along an edge thereof, the flexible second shell forming a cover for enclosing the flexible first shell therein.2. The moisture therapy compress of claim 1 , the flexible second shell comprising a pair of slots claim 1 , the slots each being ...

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Номер записи: 94
03-01-2019 дата публикации

THERMAL WRAP ARRANGEMENT FOR APPLYING HEAT/COLD TO THE MANDIBULAR REGION OF THE HEA

Номер: US20190000665A1
Автор: Dow Rebecca America
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A thermal wrap having identical side portions, each having a pocket formed therein for receiving thermal material such as gel packs or instant/single use chemically activated thermal packs. The side portions are made of an expandable material and connected at the top by at least two independently attached non-elasticated side straps or loop straps which slide through buckles and attach to two adjacent hook pieces, and at the bottom by a pair of cooperating chin straps made from the same material as the main structure that connects the two pouches which further ensures that the pockets allow for even application as well as increased pressure of thermal energy to the head, neck, or face including the mandibular region of the face according to the users desirable fit and pressure. The pockets are sized to receive standard sized gel packs with dimensions relative to the region of the body being treated. 1. A thermal wrap for positioning about a user's head comprising:said wrap having a pair of opposing side portions, each of said side portions having inner and outer sheets, said side portions selectively connected by at least a pair of horizontally spaced connecting straps, the connecting straps connecting top ends of the side portions;said wrap including a chin strap or connecting portion between the two side portions pockets, that also includes a permanently attached strap or loop strap portion connected to lower edges of said side portions which connects to a hook fastener on the opposite side portion exterior of the pocket;each of said side portions including a pocket for receiving a pack of thermal treatment material;one of said side portions having a pair of co-extensive strips of hook and loop type fastening material positioned on the outer sheet in overlapping relation to said pocket to form a primary pressure and adjustment treatment side of said wrap;said straps engageable with said strips of hook and loop material to secure the wrap in position about the user ...

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Номер записи: 95
03-01-2019 дата публикации

THERAPEUTIC EYE MASK SYSTEM

Номер: US20190000666A1
Автор: BRUDER Mark H.
Принадлежит: BRUDER HEALTHCARE COMPANY, LLC

A therapeutic mask system for treatment of the eyes, including a mask portion for attachment to the head of a patient and an eye coverage pod that is detachably coupled to the mask portion. The mask portion can include an eye coverage portion comprising a receiver in which the pod is releasably secured. The pods can also be directly secured to a mask strap. The pod includes material for delivering thermal, moisture and/or medication therapy and treatment to the eye. The system can also include a heat-transmissive treatment pad positioned between the pod and the eye of the user. 1. A therapeutic mask system treatment of an eye region of a human or animal patient , the system comprising:a mask body configured for attachment to the patient; andat least one treatment pod comprising a loose, granular fill material contained within an outer shell;wherein the at least one treatment pod is releasably coupled to the mask body.2. The therapeutic mask system of claim 1 , wherein the outer shell of the pod is formed from a fabric material.3. The therapeutic mask system of claim 2 , wherein at least a portion of the fabric material of the pod comprises an antimicrobial material embedded in the fabric material.4. The therapeutic mask system of claim 3 , wherein the antimicrobial material comprises yarn comprising silver particles and wherein the silver yarn is woven into at least a portion of the fabric material of the pod shell.5. The therapeutic mask system of claim 1 , wherein the mask body comprises a strap configured for placement around a patient's head.6. The therapeutic mask system of claim 5 , wherein the at least one treatment pod is directly attached to the strap.7. The therapeutic mask system of claim 6 , wherein the at least one treatment pod can attach to the strap at multiple points along the strap.8. The therapeutic mask of claim 1 , wherein the pod delivers heat to the eye.9. The therapeutic mask of claim 1 , wherein the pod delivers cold therapy to the eye.10. ...

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Номер записи: 96
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Connectable catheter system

Номер: US20190000667A1
Автор: Gil Hakim, Nadav MALCHI, Yosh DOLLBERG
Принадлежит: Urogen Pharma Ltd

There are provided a connectable catheter system, device and methods of use thereof. The connectable catheter system, comprising: an intermediary catheter and a reconnectable indwelling stent wherein the intermediary catheter and the indwelling stent are configured to connect, within a subject body to form a continuous fluid conduit between the intermediary catheter and the reconnectable indwelling stent and to further allow controlled release of substances and/or heating of internal target regions.

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Номер записи: 97
03-01-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR INSERTION INTO A BODY CAVITY, AND METHOD OF FABRICATION THEREOF

Номер: US20190000668A1
Автор: Chong Zhengtao Keith, Dharmawan Angela Renayanti, Lim Sheau Huei Frances, M Sina Raja Prusothman, Tee Chee Keong, WANG YAO
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There is provided a device for insertion into a body cavity, the device includes an insertion member configured to be inserted into the body cavity, an expandable member coupled to the insertion member, the expandable member capable of being expanded to apply pressure onto tissue within the body cavity, a first member configured for storing a first endothermic reactant therein, and a second member configured for storing a second endothermic reactant therein. In particular, the first and second members are configured to, in a state of the device (e.g., compressed state), allow the first and second endothermic reactants to cooperate to effect an endothermic reaction to generate an endothermic product. Furthermore, the expandable member is configured to receive at least one of the first or second endothermic reactant and the endothermic product through a channel within the insertion member. There is also provided a method of fabricating a device for inserting into a body cavity. 1. A device for insertion into a body cavity , the device comprising:an insertion member configured to be inserted into the body cavity;an expandable member coupled to the insertion member, the expandable member capable of being expanded to apply pressure onto tissue within the body cavity;a first member configured for storing a first endothermic reactant therein; anda second member configured for storing a second endothermic reactant therein,wherein the first and second members are configured to, in a state of the device, allow the first and second endothermic reactants to cooperate to effect an endothermic reaction to generate an endothermic product, andwherein the expandable member is configured to receive at least one of the first or second endothermic reactant and the endothermic product through a channel within the insertion member.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the first member has stored therein the first endothermic reactant claim 1 , and the second member has stored ...

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Номер записи: 98
02-01-2020 дата публикации

DUAL TEMPERATURE, DUAL RESERVOIR CONTRAST PROGRAMMABLE THERAPY DEVICES AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20200000627A1
Автор: Diller Kenneth R., HEMMEN Laura, Khoshnevis Sepideh, MCGREGOR Gary L.
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Disclosed herein are dual temperature, dual reservoir devices for providing contrast therapy. An example device has separate liquid heating and cooling systems, each of which have their own designated liquid reservoir. In some embodiments, each system is served by its own dedicated energy source, and has its own water flow circuit that is equipped with pressure relief valves and check valves. Some exemplary systems also include electronically controlled three way valves that ensure that either heated liquid or cooled liquid is flowing to and from the therapy pad at any given time, but never simultaneously. This allows for nearly instantaneous switching between the cooling and heating functions. Certain embodiments of the contrast therapy devices disclosed herein also have programmable features that enable a user to adjust certain variables of the therapy, or allow for a personalized therapy regimen to be developed. 1. A contrast therapy device for alternating the application of cooler and warmer temperatures to a body surface , the contrast therapy system comprising;a liquid-perfused pad for application to a body surface,an inlet path for routing liquid into the liquid-perfused pad,an outlet path for routing liquid out of the liquid-perfused pad,a liquid heating system comprising a heated liquid reservoir, a heating element, and a heated liquid outlet valve configured to control release of heated liquid into the inlet patha liquid cooling system comprising a cooled liquid reservoir, a cooling element, and a cooled liquid outlet valve configured to control release of liquid into the inlet path, anda first valve fluidly connected to the outlet path and configured to route liquid from the outlet path into either the liquid heating system or the liquid cooling system.2. The contrast therapy device of claim 1 , wherein the device comprises at least one flow rate sensor claim 1 , wherein the flow rate sensor is operatively connected to at least one of the liquid-perfused ...

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Номер записи: 99
02-01-2020 дата публикации

THERMAL PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION IN A THERMAL THERAPY DEVICE

Номер: US20200000628A1
Автор: Huff Bryan, Lowe Mark H.
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A rapid contrast therapy system can provide cold, heat/hot/warm (hereafter referred to as “hot”), and/or rapid contrast therapy, which involves rapidly alternating between cold therapy and hot therapy. The system can circulate cold or hot fluid, such as water, through a hose, into a therapy wrap, and then back to the fluid reservoirs of the system. The system can utilize a vapor compression system or other chiller technology to cool the cold water reservoir, and immersion heaters can be used to heat the hot water reservoir. 1. A system for providing rapid contrast therapy comprising:a cold reservoir configured to hold a cold liquid;a cold therapy supply valve in fluid communication with the cold reservoir, the cold therapy supply valve directing the flow of the cold liquid to a therapy device;a hot reservoir configured to hold a hot liquid;a hot therapy supply valve in fluid communication with the hot reservoir, the hot therapy supply valve directing the flow of the hot liquid to the therapy; anda return valve directing return flow from the therapy device to at least one of the hot and cold reservoirs; anda controller directing operation of the cold and hot therapy supply valves to control the flow of the cold liquid and the hot liquid to the therapy device, the controller directing operation of the return valve to control the return liquid flowing from the therapy device to at least one of the cold and hot reservoirs.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a first liquid level sensor in the cold reservoir to measure a level of the cold liquid; a second liquid level sensor in the hot reservoir to measure a level of the hot liquid;a first temperature sensor to measure a temperature of the cold liquid;a second temperature sensor to measure a temperature of the hot liquid; anda return temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of the return flow from the therapy device.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the controller directs return ...

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Номер записи: 100