УСТОЙЧИВАЯ К ПЕРЕКРЫТИЮ И/ИЛИ МНОГОСЛОЙНАЯ ЛЕЧЕБНАЯ НАКЛАДКА

... 1. Терапевтическая накладка (10; 70) для теплового лечения части тела человека или животного, содержащая:два слоя (32, 34), образующие между собой канал связи по текучей среде;впускное отверстие (14) для текучей среды и выпускное отверстие (22) для текучей среды, выполненные с возможностью соединения канала связи по текучей среде с внешним резервуаром для текучей среды; иперекрывающее средство, по существу, для предотвращения контакта между указанными двумя слоями (32, 34).2. Накладка по п.1, содержащая слоистую структуру (42; 52; 62; 72, 74) между двумя внешними слоями.3. Накладка по п.2, в которой слоистая структура располагается внутри и/или окружает канал связи по текучей среде.4. Накладка по п.2, в которой слоистая структура изготавливается из гибкой пластмассы, полиуретана, полихлорвинила, пены, волокнистого материала, нейлоновой сетки и/или из нетканого материала или полотна.5. Накладка по п.3, в которой слоистая структура изготавливается из гибкой пластмассы, полиуретана, полихлорвинила ...

СПОСОБ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ ЗАКРЫТЫХ ПОВРЕЖДЕНИЙ МЯГКИХ ТКАНЕЙ В ОСТРОМ ПЕРИОДЕ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к медицине. При оказании первой помощи при повреждениях мягких тканей непосредственно на травмированную поверхность апплицируют салфетку, пропитанную 20-25% раствором глюкозы, охлажденным до состояния льда. Выделяющуюся при аппликации льда жидкость слегка промокают, оставляя травмированную поверхность смоченной. Салфетка выполнена из биоинертного влагопрочного материала,не разрушающегося в замороженном состоянии. Салфеткаиз впитывающего материала может быть сложена в несколько слоев. Салфетка помещается в контейнер, герметичный пакет из упаковочного материала. Применение устройства обеспечивает уменьшение боли и отека мягких тканей в остром посттравматическом периоде. 2 н. и 9 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

Wärmefilm mit Dampferzeugung für die Augen

Wearable heat dissipation device

A wearable heat dissipation device 10 suitable for use on the skin of a user comprises a flexible, breathable base layer 12 with a contact surface (14, figure 2) and an opposing non-contact surface. The base layer 12 is in use placed on the skin, and a plurality of porous heat-dissipating members 16 comprising of bristles or pins extending from the non-contact surface. The pores convey sweat from skin (20, figure 5) and out through the base layer 12. The heat dissipating means may be in the form of a fin or blade (18, figure 3) ...

BIEGSAMES, GLEICHZEITIG ADSORBIERENDES UND KUHLENDES VERBAND-AGGREGAT

HEAT CUSHION

HEAT FILM WITH STEAM GENERATION FOR THE EYES

Cold packs system

A pack with Super Absorbent Material (SAM) inside and without refrigerant fluid inside. A system for dispensing a cold pack including a filling unit for taking in a waterproof SAM pack with SAM inside and without refrigerant fluid inside and adding refrigerant fluid to an inside of the SAM pack, producing a refrigerant pack. Apparatus for producing a cold pack including a SAM source, a source of refrigerant fluid, a bag filler for filling a bag with a mixture of SAM and refrigerant fluid, producing a refrigerant pack, and a cooler for cooling the refrigerant pack, thereby producing a cold pack. Related apparatus and methods are also described.

Cooling device

DISPOSABLE, STERILE TEMPERATURE CONTROL APPLICATOR PAD FOR MEDICAL APPLICATION

DRESSING WITH TEMPERATURE PACK

APPLYING THERMAL THERAPY

This invention is a novel scheme (devices and methods) for applying thermal therapy to various therapy sites on a mammalian body including a thermal pad (18) for applying thermal therapy to a therapy site; a retainer (21) integrally receiving the thermal pad (18) to form a single unit; and retaining the thermal pad (18) against the therapy site with compressive force to hold the thermal pad in place in uniform thermal contact with the therapy site. The therapy device has a surface conforming to the shape of the therapy site when the thermal therapy device is held against the therapy site. Other thermal therapy devices and various methods for applying thermal therapy, are disclosed.

Compresse à usage thérapeutique

Kompresse zur kosmetischen Behandlung der Haut, insbesondere der Gesichtshaut

Ceinture abdominale

Heat cover, in particular for a patient with an operation.

ТЕПЛОВАЯ ПОДУШКА

Подушка (1) включает эластичный чехол (2), ограничивающий камеру (15). Поглощающий воду материал (3) помещен внутри камеры, после поглощения воды указанный поглощающий воду материал подходит для нагревания с помощью микроволн. Чехол (2) имеет герметизируемую загрузочную горловину (4), поэтому в камеру (15) можно заливать воду.

ТЕПЛОВАЯ ПОДУШКА

Предлагаемая подушка (1) включает эластичный чехол (2), ограничивающий камеру (15). Поглощающий воду материал (3) помещен внутри камеры, после поглощения воды указанный поглощающий воду материал подходит для нагревания с помощью микроволн. Чехол (2) имеет герметизируемую загрузочную горловину (4), поэтому в камеру (15) можно заливать воду.

Abdominal belt

EUTECTIC PLATE CONDENSATE WITH ABSORPTION COATING

L'invention concerne une plaque eutectique pour le transport et /ou le stockage en froid de produits constituée d'une enveloppe (1), notamment en matière plastique, contenant un fluide d'accumulation et de restitution de froid (5), ladite enveloppe (1) ayant une face interne en contact avec le fluide (5) et une face externe, caractérisée par le fait qu'au moins une partie de la face externe de l'enveloppe (1) est revêtue par un floc (2) constitué de fibres formant une couche d'absorption du condensat généré lors du transport ou du stockage. L'invention concerne également l'utilisation de la plaque eutectique et un procédé de fabrication de la plaque eutectique.

DEVICE OF REGULATION OF MOISTURE AND the TEMPERATURE ON the SURFACE Of an ELEMENT OF SUPPORT

La présente invention concerne un dispositif de régulation de l'humidité et de la température (1) à la surface d'un élément de support (3) du type matelas ou coussin et au voisinage et contact du corps (13) d'un individu y reposant, comprenant une enveloppe formée par au moins deux pièces (11, 12) définissant une chambre intérieure (13), lesdites deux pièces consistant dans une première pièce (11) destinée à être disposée du côté dudit corps de l'individu, et une deuxième pièce (12) destinée à être disposée du côté dudit élément de support (3) de type matelas ou coussin, ladite première pièce étant constituée d'un matériau formant une barrière imperméable à l'air et à l'eau liquide et perméable à la vapeur d'eau, ladite deuxième pièce étant constituée d'un matériau perméable à la vapeur d'eau, ladite deuxième pièce comprenant au moins un orifice (4) d'injection d'air et des moyens d'évacuation d'air comprenant des zones perforées ou poreuses perméables à l'air, de préférence des perforations ...

HEATING ELEMENT

A heating element having an adhesive part which can comprise as a major component an aqueous hydrophilic gel agent obtained from a hydrophilic polymeric thickener. It has such excellent heat-generating performance that water transfer between the heat-generating part and the adhesive part occurs little. The heating element comprises: a heat-generating part formed by packaging a heat- generating composition which, in the presence of air, undergoes an exothermic reaction in an air-permeable container of a desired shape, e.g., a bag or sheet form; and an adhesive part comprising as a major component an aqueous hydrophilic gel agent obtained from a hydrophilic polymeric thickener. It is characterized in that the difference in critical humidity between the heat-generating part and the adhesive part is 5% or less. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

TEMPERATURE THERAPY BAG AND WRAP COMBINATION

Foot-warming exothermic body and the method for producing foot-warming exothermic body

To provide a foot-warming exothermic body which can be adhered to feet, footwear and socks for usage, employs an exothermic composition which can keep its shape regardless of an atmosphere inside the bag in order to prevent from moving within the bag, and can be worn to fit for a leg shape and to warm a desired region efficiently for a long time; and a method for producing the foot-warming exothermic body which can inhibit and prevent the exothermic composition from exothermic reacting resulting in the production loss, the quality leveling-down, and the solidification troubles in the production, can employ moulding, printing such as gravure printing, and coating for transfer and laminate, can disperse the non-viscous exothermic composition uniformly, can laminate at an increased accuracy to stabilize the production quality, can produce an ultra-thin to thick exothermic composition simply and in a low cost. The foot-warming exothermic body is characterized in capable of bringing about exothermic ...

APPAREL WITH INTEGRAL HEATING AND COOLING DEVICE

A device for heating or cooling a body of a user is provided. The device includes a thermoelectric module, a heat sink thermally coupled to the thermoelectric module, a wetting material in thermal communication with the heat sink, and a controller for cycling the thermoelectric module in accordance with a duty cycle. Additionally, a method of heating or cooling a portion of a body of a user is provided. The method includes cycling electrical power to a thermoelectric module at a duty cycle, transferring heat from the thermoelectric module to a heat sink, and evaporating a liquid from a wetting material disposed on the heat sink. The evaporated liquid enters the surrounding atmosphere.

Absorbent pad and related methods

An absorbent pad. A first side of the absorbent pad is configured to abut a patient at a fluid discharging area or other location. Discharging fluid passes through a fluid-permeable liner of the absorbent pad into absorbent material. Liquid may be placed in the absorbent material prior to placing it on a patient and heated or cooled. An overwrap may be wrapped around the patient to hold the hot or cold compress in place while absorbing discharging fluid from the patient. A fluid barrier at a second side of the absorbent pad, parallel with the first side, prevents liquid from passing out of the absorbent pad at the second side. A coupler having hooks is disposed on the second side of the absorbent pad and is configured to engage with fibers of the overwrap in order to secure the absorbent pad in place with respect to the patient and overwrap.

Device that can evolve steam

The device of the present invention comprises a moisture-permeable base material, a water-bearing gel, and a covering material, which are laminated in this order. The base material comprises a moisture-permeable material, e.g., a cloth material made of a natural and/or artificial fiber, a polymeric film, or a polymeric sheet. The base material may be a laminate. The water-bearing gel comprises a water-absorbable polymer and water. The covering material may comprise a cloth material made of a natural and/or artificial fiber, a polymeric film, or a polymeric sheet. The device can be warmed or cooled. When it is warmed, it can evolve steam that results from water in the gel. Thus, it can be used to give moisutre to and warm up human body, or to cool down it.

HEATING COMPRESS

Behandlungsgerät zur vereinfachten Anwendung der "Heissen Rolle"

Ein Behandlungsgerät zur vereinfachten Anwendung einer medizinischen und/oder therapeutischen heißen Rolle, also eines mit heißer Flüssigkeit getränkten und aufgerollten Frotteetuches, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass: 1.) das Frotteetuch um einen Stab gewickelt wird 2.) der Stab längenveränderlich in einem isolierten Handgriff gehalten wird, so dass der Therapeut während der Behandlung keine brennende Hand bekommt 3.) das aufgewickelte Frotteetuch durch eine federnde Spannleiste oder einen Bügel festgeklemmt wird 4.) die Spannleiste federnd in das Ende des Wickelstabes eingerastet werden kann 5.) der Wickelstab gleichzeitig mit der Spannleiste im Haltegriff verschoben werden kann, um unterschiedliche Größen von Tüchern zu ermöglichen 6.) eine elastische Klemmleiste den Anfang des Tuches beim Wickeln fixiert ...

Kühlbinde

Kühlbinde (1), insbesondere für das Wochenbett, umfassend wenigstens einen im Wesentlichen flächig ausgebildeten Saugkörper (2). Der Saugkörper (2) zur Aufnahme von Körperflüssigkeit (4) ausgebildet ist. Außerdem umfassend wenigstens eine Kühleinheit (5), welche wenigstens ein Kühlmedium (6) beinhaltet und wenigstens eine wenigstens abschnittsweise flexible und flüssigkeitsundurchlässige Wandung (7) aufweist. Die Kühleinheit (5) ist auf einer körperzugewandten Seite (20) des Saugkörpers (2) angeordnet. Zwischen der Kühleinheit (5) und dem Saugkörper (2) ist wenigstens bereichsweise eine Formeinheit (9) angeordnet, sodass austretende Körperflüssigkeit (4) an der Kühleinheit (5) ablaufen kann und in den Saugkörper (2) weiterleitbar ist oder es ist wenigstens eine Durchtrittsöffnung (17) an der Kühleinheit (5) ausgebildet, sodass austretende Körperflüssigkeit (4) durch die Durchtrittsöffnung (17) an der Kühleinheit (5) hindurch an den Saugkörper (2) weiterleitbar ist.

A pressure ring allowing aeration of a wound covered by a skin fold

A medical device 10 for covered wound relief, comprising an annular pressure member for separating a skin fold which is covering or overlapping a wound, and wherein the pressure member has at least one aperture extending therethrough for allowing air to circulate around the wound. The device may be used for allowing aeration of haemorrhoids, for example, by placing it between the buttocks 24, 26. The channel may contain a fluid medium such as a gel, which may be heated or cooled to provide relief for the user, or an endo- or exothermic reaction may take place. The device may be resilient and have a mesh covering the aperture. In particular, the channel may be formed from inner 22 and outer 20 surfaces joined by spaced surfaces 16, 18 which may be concave or convex.

Periorbital edema reduction device

Moist heat generating apparatus

A moist heat generating apparatus comprises a first component 3 having means for the generation of heated liquid, and at least one second component 5 in the form of a heatable flexible body. The flexible body 5 comprises a first layer 27, a second layer 29 and at least one tubular insert. The tubular insert is provided with a shroud for increasing the rigidity of the tubular insert. Connecting means 7 is provided between the at least one tubular insert of the flexible body 5 and the first component 3. Circulation means is provided to circulate the heated liquid between the heated liquid generating means of the first component 3 and the at least one tubular insert of the flexible body 5 of the at least one second component. The shroud may comprise spiral sleeving. The first component 3 may comprise first and second manifolds 19,25, which are connected to the reservoir outlet and inlet respectively, each having at least one valve 21,23.

Method of manufacturing a foot warming exothermic device

A portable head-mounted device for cooling the under-eye area of skin

The device comprises at least one cooling element 51, 52 arranged to be located adjacent the skin of the under-eye area when the device is mounted to the head. Each cooling element has a liquid retaining means (3, fig 3) adapted to retain a liquid provided thereto; and heat transfer means (2, fig 3) adapted to transfer heat by conduction to a liquid retained by the liquid retaining means to promote evaporation of said liquid thereby providing a cooling effect when the device is mounted to the head in use ...

USE OF THERMAL THERAPY

COOLER

FLEXIBLE, SIMULTANEOUS ADSORBING AND KUHLENDES FEDERATION AGGREGATE

Thermal therapy devices and methods of making the same

Applying thermal therapy

DISPOSABLE, STERILE TEMPERATURE CONTROL APPLICATOR PAD FOR MEDICAL APPLICATION

METHOD AND INSTALLATION FOR PRODUCTION OF COMPRESSES HAVING A COOLING EFFECT, AND COMPRESSES OBTAINED IN STERILE PACKAGING

L'invention concerne la fabrication d'articles de soin constitués de compresses à effet refroidissant par gonflement à l'eau qui sont présentées individuellement en conditionnement sous vide. Suivant l'invention, on dépose des doses successives de poudre de particules absorbantes dans des sillons formés par déformation élastique dans une feuille inférieure, réalisée en une matière textile perméable à l'eau, qui est déroulée en défilement continu, puis on recouvre l'ensemble d'une feuille supérieure, déroulée en défilement continu parallèlement à la feuille inférieure, que l'on soude à ladite feuille inférieure le long des intervalles entre sillons adjacents en isolant ainsi les sillons les uns des autres. On ferme ensuite dans chaque sillon des compartiments successifs contenant chacun une dose de ladite poudre en soudant lesdites feuilles suivant des lignes de soudure transversales en travers de l'ensemble en défilement. Dans une unité subséquente de conditionnement, les compresses obtenues ...

BANDAGE

The invention relates to a bandage comprising a flat web material as a substrate, wherein a self-adhesive cohesive adhesive compound is at least partially applied to both flat sides of the substrate, and the substrate is impregnated with a liquid preparation, characterised in that said adhesive compound comprises an anhydrous cohesive pressure sensitive adhesive which contains natural and/or synthetic rubber, this natural and/or synthetic rubber being dissolved in an organic solvent for application, or the pressure sensitive adhesive being molten for application.

THERMAL THERAPY DEVICES AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME

A cost effective, high heat capacity thermal therapy device (10) is described. The therapy device (10) includes a plurality of discrete hydrophilic absorbers (30) hydrated with a liquid containing a substantial amount of water (32). The water retention mechanism of the discrete hydrophilic absorbers allows the water to freeze under normal freezer conditions (-20 ~F to 32 ~F), increasing the heat capacity of the therapy device. At the same time, the therapy device remains highly pliable when frozen as a result of reduced water flow out of the absorbers during the freezing process. The therapy device also remains highly pliable through repeated freezing/melting cycles because the discrete absorbers do not lose their discrete forms when thawed.

Medical article, has polymer pad formed of two sheets that are superimposed in different materials, where materials are deformed to form grooves of superabsorbent particles and grooves are closed by welding

La présente invention apporte des perfectionnements à la réalisation d'un article à usage médical constitué d'une compresse (3) à polymère actif en réfrigération par absorption d'eau et d'un sachet (2) distinct contenant l'eau nécessaire à son activation, les éléments constitutifs de la compresse et le sachet d'eau étant enfermés l'un au contact de l'autre à l'intérieur d'une enveloppe de conditionnement sous vide (1). Ces perfectionnements portent essentiellement sur l'optimisation de la répartition de l'eau d'activation au sein du polymère et sur l'amélioration du confort d'utilisation d'une telle compresse (3).

NOVEL CRYOGENIC COMPOSITION

La présente invention concerne une nouvelle composition cryogénique destinée à être utilisée dans des dispositifs de traitement thermique, ladite composition comprenant un composé hydrophobe (a) sous forme liquide dans lequel sont immergés des granulés de polymère superabsorbant (b) chargés en eau (c) et en agent humectant (d), ledit composé hydrophobe (a) ayant un point de congélation inférieur à 0°C. L'invention concerne également un dispositif de traitement thermique, et plus particulièrement un dispositif médical utilisé pour refroidir une partie du corps humain ou animal, en particulier après un traumatisme, une inflammation ou un acte chirurgical. L'invention trouve application dans le domaine thérapeutique et/ou médical, mais également dans d'autres domaines comme par exemple pour le refroidissement ou le maintien à basse température de denrées alimentaires.

NEW CRYOGENIC COMPOSITION

La présente invention concerne une nouvelle composition cryogénique destinée à être utilisée dans des dispositifs de traitement thermique, ladite composition comprenant un composé hydrophobe (a) sous forme liquide dans lequel sont immergés des granulés de polymère superabsorbant (b) chargés en eau (c) et en agent humectant (d), ledit composé hydrophobe (a) ayant un point de congélation inférieur à 0°C. L'invention concerne également un dispositif de traitement thermique, et plus particulièrement un dispositif médical utilisé pour refroidir une partie du corps humain ou animal, en particulier après un traumatisme, une inflammation ou un acte chirurgical. L'invention trouve application dans le domaine thérapeutique et/ou médical, mais également dans d'autres domaines comme par exemple pour le refroidissement ou le maintien à basse température de denrées alimentaires.

COOLING WEAR FOR PROTECTING SPERM

PURPOSE: A cooling wear for protecting sperm is provided to improve a reproductive power of men and maintain reproduced sperm in a healthy condition by cooling a testis under a high temperature of at least 33deg.C. CONSTITUTION: The cooling wear for protecting sperm is comprised of a cooling agent(1), a ventilation pack(2) receiving the cooling agent, an air and water tight material(3) for preventing the cooling agent from contacting around the scrotum, ventilation holes and an absorbent(4) for removing the sweat around the scrotum as well as dew condensation and moisture caused by temperature difference, and an adhesive member(5) for fixing a cooling wear to an underwear. © KIPO 2003 ...

METHOD AND INSTALLATION FOR PRODUCTION OF COMPRESSES HAVING A COOLING EFFECT, AND COMPRESSES OBTAINED IN STERILE PACKAGING

Steam generating unit

A steam-generating unit to be applied to skin or mucous membrane; which has a steam-generating part that employs chemical energy, and the surface applied to skin or mucous membrane is made from a moisture-permeable sheet. The temperature of the steam generated by the steam-generating part and released from the surface of the steam-generating unit is kept to 50 DEG C or lower. Such steam as safe as that from a steam towel can be easily and continuously supplied to the skin and mucous membranes by said steam-generating unit.

PORTABLE PATIENT TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD

Embodiments of the invention provide devices and methods for the in situ or in transit adjustment of the core body temperature of a patient. Devices according to some embodiments include a control unit and pressure chamber adapted to apply a pulsating negative pressure to a limb of the patient. An adjustment temperature applied during the application of the pulsating pressure can heat or cool the patient as necessary. Devices and methods disclosed herein can provide for efficient heating and/or cooling of a patient. In addition, devices and methods provide such functionality in a portable device that can be manually carried by an individual.

HEAT EXCHANGE MEDIUM AND ARTICLES FOR USE THEREOF

A novel heat exchange medium made from a clay and oil mixture for use in absorbing, retaining, and dispensing heat is provided. The composition and variations thereof are most effective when heat treated so as to reduce the expansion of gases when the composition is encapsulated in sealed packaging. Particularly, the composition may employ microwave heatable and/or microwave invisible clays in combination with microwave invisible oils, such as mineral oils or microwave heatable oils, such as vegetable oils. Various constituents may be added to the medium, such as fibers made of polymeric substances and/or cloth, moisture absorbents such as polyacrylamide, and plastics such as polypropylene and the like. Various applications of the heat exchange medium are provided and are specifically directed to industrial heat exchange applications and domestic items such as hair rollers, heating pads, heating packs, including a booster-type pack with varying levels of thermal capabilities, and heat exchange ...

Therapeutic device

A therapeutic device utilizes a flexible circuit board for generating heat in localized dermal areas. A source of power such as a battery is operably connected to the flexible circuit board. A pulse width modulator is interposed the source of energy and the circuit board to control the amount of heat generated thereby. The therapeutic device may be used conjointly with an adhesive bandage strip or gauze pad to absorb any body fluids secreted by the user in response to the heat generated by the device such as by a dermal eruption or the like.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THERMAL TREATMENT OF TISSUE

Systems and methods for a medical device configured to provide cooling to a tissue region are provided. The medical device may be configured to noninvasively cool the tissue region to a predetermined operating temperature via a two-phase heat transfer process. In some aspects, the medical device can be configured to be in communication with a vacuum to provide a suction to the medical device. In some aspects, the medical device can be adapted to a medical device to noninvasively cool the tissue region near a fractional treatment area.

Device for controlling the humidity and temperature on the surface of a support element

УСТОЙЧИВАЯ К ПЕРЕКРЫТИЮ И/ИЛИ МНОГОСЛОЙНАЯ ЛЕЧЕБНАЯ НАКЛАДКА

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике, а именно к устройствам для теплового лечения. Терапевтическая накладка для теплового лечения части тела человека или животного содержит два слоя, образующие между собой канал связи по текучей среде, причем канал связи содержит внутренние соединительные каналы, разграниченные линиями внутренних сварных швов и точками сварки, впускное и выпускное отверстия для текучей среды, выполненные с возможностью соединения канала связи по текучей среде с внешним резервуаром для текучей среды. Перекрывающее средство внутри каждого из внутренних соединительных каналов предназначено для предотвращения контакта между двумя слоями и слива текучей среды из накладки. Два внешних слоя изготовлены из одного и того же материала, причем два внешних слоя окружают канал прохождения текучей среды, обеспеченный двумя слоями. Внешние слои соединены сваркой для формирования канала прохождения текучей среды, при этом перекрывающее средство сварено вместе с двумя внешними слоями ...

НАГРЕВАТЕЛЬНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ И НАГРЕВАТЕЛЬНЫЙ ПРИБОР, В КОТОРОМ ИСПОЛЬЗУЕТСЯ НАГРЕВАТЕЛЬНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ

Изобретения относятся к медицинской технике. Нагревательный элемент содержит экзотермический слой и водоудерживающий слой. Экзотермический слой включает в себя окисляющийся металл, водопоглощающее средство и воду. Водоудерживающий слой имеет водопоглощающий лист. Экзотермический слой и водоудерживающий слой расположены послойно. Массовое соотношение содержания водопоглощающего средства составляет от 0,3 до 20 массовых частей на 100 массовых частей окисляющегося металла. Массовое отношение содержания воды к содержанию водопоглощающего средства в экзотермическом слое (вода/водопоглощающее средство) составляет от 0,8 до 13. Содержание воды в водоудерживающем слое составляет от 10 до 45 мас.% максимального водопоглощения водоудерживающего слоя. Нагревательный прибор содержит нагревательный элемент и воздухопроницаемый мешок для содержания в нем нагревательного элемента. Достигается улучшение экзотермических характеристик. 2 н. и 15 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил., 1 табл.

ПАРОВОЕ НАГРЕВАТЕЛЬНОЕ СРЕДСТВО

... 1. Паровое нагревательное средство, содержащее (i) нагревательный узел, содержащий экзотермический слой, имеющий экзотермическую композицию и водоудерживающий лист, в котором указанный экзотермический слой и указанный водоудерживающий лист расположены слоями, при этом указанная экзотермическая композиция содержит окисляемый металл, воду и водоудерживающий агент, при этом указанный водоудерживающий лист содержит полимер; и(ii) чехол, при этом данный чехол является, по меньшей мере, частично воздухопроницаемым и способным содержать указанный нагревательный узел, в котором(А) содержание воды в паровом нагревательном средстве равно или больше чем 40 мас. ч. и равно или меньше чем 80 мас. ч. на 100 мас. ч. окисляемого металла;(В) содержание указанного водоудерживающего агента в экзотермической композиции равно или выше чем 0,3 мас. ч. и равно или меньше чем 20 мас. ч. на 100 мас. ч. упомянутого окисляемого металла;(С) содержание воды в указанном экзотермическом слое равно или выше чем 8 мас.

VERWENDUNG EINES ABSORBIERENDEN SCHICHTMATERIALS ALS VERDAMPFUNGSKUEHLELEMENT.

Exothermic compositions

The present invention relating to an exothermic decomposition has, as essential components, a water absorptive polymer and/or tackifier, carbon component and/or metal chloride and features that the product is as a whole ink-like or cream-like.

A heat pack

Method of manufacturing a foot warming exothermic device

Cooling product and process

FLEXIBLE, SIMULTANEOUS ADSORBING AND KUHLENDES FEDERATION AGGREGATE

THERMALE THERAPY DEVICE

Rapid induction of mild hypothermia

Article with cooling effect by evaporation of water from a polymer adsorbent

Membrane-supported, thermoelectric compositions

Thermoelectric devices and methods for making and using the devices and their intermediates are provided. Membrane-supported thermoelectric modules are fabricated by dispensing thermoelectric powder into select locations of a membrane to form electrically-isolated columns of thermoelectric material. The powder is then sintered or fused to form thermoelectric elements, which are then electrically connected and combined with thermal interface films to form the modules. The modules are the building blocks of electrical current generating, thermoelectric cooling and heat scavenging thermoelectric devices.

Conformal thermal device

A conformal thermal device is described that can conform to one or more body parts of a user for either warming or cooling the body parts to within a desired or therapeutic temperature range. Some embodiments of the conformal thermal device include features that indicate a cooling and/or heating temperature. In addition, some embodiments of the conformal thermal device include modular extensions for adapting the shape of the conformal thermal device to a part of the body. Various other features and functions associated with the conformal thermal device are described herein.

COMBINATION ABSORBENT DRESSING AND FLEXIBLE COOLING DEVICE

PERIORBITAL EDEMA REDUCTION DEVICE

A portable head-mounted device for cooling the under-eye area of skin, said device comprising at least one cooling element arranged to be located adjacent the skin of the under-eye area when the device is mounted to the head, the cooling element having a first side that faces the under-eye area of skin when the device is mounted to a head and a second side that faces away from the skin of the under-eye area; said at least one cooling element comprising: liquid retaining means adapted to retain a liquid provided thereto; and heat transfer means adapted to transfer heat by conduction to a liquid retained by the liquid retaining means to promote evaporation of said liquid thereby providing a cooling effect when the device is mounted to the head in use ...

HEAT CUSHION

... ²²²A cushion (1 ) includes a flexible cover (2) defining a chamber (15). A water-²absorbing material (3) is placed inside the chamber, upon absorption of water ²said water- absorbing material is suitable for heating by means of microwaves. ²The cover (2) has a sealable feeding mouth (4) so that water may be poured ²into the chamber (15).² ...

ARTICLE HAS REFRESHING EFFECT BY WATER EVAPORATION STARTING FROM a ABSORBANTPOLYMERE

RIGID STRUCTURE Of ELEMENT OF SEAT INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING a SUPPORT TO ALLOW the FIXING Of a BODY ON the SEAT

Structure rigide d'élément de siège de véhicule comprenant des premier et deuxième flasques rigides (8, 9) et un support (10) rapporté sur le premier flasque (8). Le premier flasque (8) comprend des renfoncements (83b, 84b) et le support (10) s'étend entre des première et deuxième extrémités (10a, 10b) logées dans les renfoncements (83b, 84b) par translation du support par rapport au premier flasque, le support (10) comprenant une portion médiane (10c) adaptée pour être en appui contre une portion médiane (87) du premier flasque (8) pour provoquer la déformation élastique et la retenue des première et deuxième extrémités (10a, 10b) du support contre les rebords courbés (83a, 84a) dudit premier flasque.

COOLING DEVICE

The invention relates to a cooling device, especially for cooling bodies or body parts of humans or animals, comprising at least one supporting material that contains superabsorber (SAP) which can absorb and re-dissipate moisture or liquid. The supporting material is wrapped in a covering fabric that has at least one moisture-permeable or air-permeable and steam-permeable zone. The invention is characterized in that at least one measuring instrument and/or sensor for measuring physical measuring values is provided on or in the device.

ABSORBENT ICE BAG

L'invention concerne une vessie à glace (10), comprenant un tampon absorbant (12) associé fonctionnellement à une vessie à glace (15). La combinaison du tampon absorbant (12) et de la vessie à glace (15) définit une zone de périmètre libre qui est une zone du tampon absorbant (12) s'étendant au-delà de la vessie à glace(15). La zone de périmètre libre fournit une zone d'absorption améliorée, et permet de placer côte à côte et simultanément la vessie à glace (15) et le tampon absorbant (12) sur un site de lésion. La vessie à glace (15) peut contenir de la glace (14), ou un autre matériau à changement de phase approprié. Ladite vessie (15) peut également contenir de l'eau (16), ou un autre liquide provenant de la fusion lors du changement de phase.

Therapeutic stuffed toy

A therapeutic stuffed toy according to the present invention comprises an outer stuffed fabric member, such as a "teddy bear," having an interior pocket containing a hermetically sealed container of a non-toxic liquid whose freezing point is below that of water and boiling point is above that of water. The container is removable from the pocket through an opening in the outer fabric member for the purpose of first preparing it for use by heating when the toy is to be used as a hot "compress", and cooling when the toy is to be used as a cold "compress". In another embodiment, the thermal material is in the form of salt dampened with propylene glycol or water.

COOLANT PACK AND COOLING DEVICE USING COOLANT PACK

Cold and warm cell which contains superabsorber and its use

Novel cold heat cells filled with a hollow space (active cell space) or coated with harmless superabsorbent polymers.

Kühlelement

Leibbinde

Fuß-Kühlmanschette zum Kühlen eines Fußes

Fuß-Kühlmanschette (10) zum Kühlen eines Fußes (20), gebildet aus einem Lagenverbund (30) mit zumindest einer ersten, textilen, saugfähigen, inneren, flexiblen Lage (40) und einer mit dieser zumindest abschnittsweise fest verbundenen zweiten, äußeren, flexiblen Lage (50), wobei der Lagenverbund (30), insbesondere die innere (40) und/oder die äußere Lage (50) davon, unter Ausbildung einer dreidimensionalen Struktur zumindest in bestimmten Abschnitten in beständiger Weise vorgeformt ist, welche dreidimensionale Struktur eine Fußaufnahmekavität (125) definiert, die begrenzt ist von einem zentralen, länglichen, im Wesentlichen horizontalen Sohlenbereich (60) der Fuß-Kühlmanschette (10), welcher ausgebildet ist, um die Fußsohle eines Nutzers abzudecken, sowie einem Rist-und-Spann-Bereich (70) der Fuß-Kühlmanschette, welcher sich von den beiden Seitenrändern des Sohlenbereichs (60) aus nach oben erstreckt und ausgebildet ist, um den Spann und den Innen- und Außenrist des Nutzers abzudecken, und ...

Tintenartige oder cremeartige exotherme Zusammensetzung, daraus hergestellte exotherme Vorrichtung und Herstellungsverfahren der exothermen Vorrichtung

An exothermic composition comprises a water absorptive polymer and/or a tackifier, a carbon component and/or a metal chloride and water. The exothermic composition is accordingly thickened. In a manufacturing process, a laminate of such a composition can be formed within sheets of covering material. A pouch including the composition (2), includes a non-gas-permeable substrate (3), a gas-permeable covering (4), and an adhesive layer (5).

ARTICLE WITH COOLING EFFECT BY EVAPORATION OF WATER FROM A POLYMER ADSORBENT

Apparel with integral heating and cooling device

A device for heating or cooling a body of a user is provided. The device includes a thermoelectric module, a heat sink thermally coupled to the thermoelectric module, a wetting material in thermal communication with the heat sink, and a controller for cycling the thermoelectric module in accordance with a duty cycle. Additionally, a method of heating or cooling a portion of a body of a user is provided. The method includes cycling electrical power to a thermoelectric module at a duty cycle, transferring heat from the thermoelectric module to a heat sink, and evaporating a liquid from a wetting material disposed on the heat sink. The evaporated liquid enters the surrounding atmosphere.

Internally heated absorbent article

COMBINATION ABSORBENT DRESSING AND FLEXIBLE COOLING DEVICE

A COMBINATION ABSORBENT DRESSING AND FLEXIBLE COOLING DEVICE A combination absorbent dressing and flexible cooling device which includes a cooling device superimposed over a dressing composite, and an insulating material covering said cooling device and dressing composite. S P E C I F I C A T I O N 1.

HEAT TRANSFER VEST WITH HOOK AND LOOP SECUREMENT

The present invention comprises a heat transfer vest. The vest is configured to mount a plurality of heat transfer packs on its interior surface. In the preferred embodiments the appropriate portions of the interior surface are covered in a hook-compatible material, in these versions, the thermal transfer packs include one or more hook panels that are used to attach the packs to the interior surface.

PORTABLE PATIENT TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD

Embodiments of the invention provide devices and methods for the in situ or in transit adjustment of the core body temperature of a patient. Devices according to some embodiments include a control unit and pressure chamber adapted to apply a pulsating negative pressure to a limb of the patient. An adjustment temperature applied during the application of the pulsating pressure can heat or cool the patient as necessary. Devices and methods disclosed herein can provide for efficient heating and/or cooling of a patient. In addition, devices and methods provide such functionality in a portable device that can be manually carried by an individual.

MICROWAVABLE HEATING/COOLING PILLOW

An improved cereal filled pillow having a moisture absorbing pad and a removable flannel cover is disclosed. The moisture absorbing pad absorbs moisture given off from the cereal when the pillow is heated. The moisture absorbed by the pad is re-absorbed by the cereal during the cooling period. Not only does the moisture absorbing pad alleviate the problem of the cereal drying, but it results in a significantly longer usable warm period in the pillow before cooling. The removable washable flannel cover results in an improved aesthetic appearance as well as a more hygienic pillow. An over-lapping flap therein provides a closure/ insertion means for a cereal filled pillow. The over-lapping flap is inexpensive, comfortable, and attractive compared to alternative closure/ insertion means. In the preferred embodiment the cereal is wheat and the wheat is mixed with cedar wood chips which produce a pleasant aroma.

Internally heated absorbent article

MANUFACTORING PROCESS Of an EXOTHERMIC DEVICE TO HEAT the FEET AND EXOTHERMIC DEVICE TO HEAT the FEET

Il est proposé un procédé de fabrication d'un dispositif exothermique pour réchauffer les pieds, qui consiste à placer une composition exothermique sous une forme visqueuse analogue à une pâte (2) par impression ou revêtement sur une surface d'un matériau de base (1) en forme de film ou en forme de feuille et au moins dans une partie prédéterminée de ladite surface en une configuration telle qu'elle recouvre un site souhaité d'un pied humain, puis à placer un matériau de recouvrement (3) en forme de film ou en forme de feuille sur ladite composition exothermique analogue à une pâte de façon à recouvrir la composition exothermique, au moins l'un dudit matériau de base et dudit matériau de recouvrement, ou une partie d'entre eux, étant perméable aux gaz.

ENDOTHERMIC TOWEL

The present invention relates to an endothermic towel causing an endothermic reaction by combining moisture on the human body; and to provide coolness to a user by removing heat, and simultaneously drying rapidly the moisture. The endothermic towel which removes heat by causing the endothermic reaction by combining with the moisture on the human body comprises: a towel body having an endothermic function, and a plurality of penetrating holes provided on the towel body to stimulate the endothermic function. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

EYE CARE DEVICES AND METHODS

Wipes and their use in methods of treatment of eye disorders such as dry eye or meibomian gland dysfunction.

Phase change material thermal capacitor footwear

An apparatus and method for metabolic cooling and insulation of a user in a cold environment. In its preferred embodiment the apparatus is a highly flexible composite material having a flexible matrix containing a phase change thermal storage material. The apparatus can be made to heat or cool the body or to act as a thermal buffer to protect the wearer from changing environmental conditions. The apparatus may also include an external thermal insulation layer and/or an internal thermal control layer to regulate the rate of heat exchange between the composite and the skin of the wearer. Other embodiments of the apparatus also provide 1) a path for evaporation or direct absorption of perspiration from the skin of the wearer for improved comfort and thermal control, 2) heat conductive pathways within the material for thermal equalization, 3) surface treatments for improved absorption or rejection of heat by the material, and 4) means for quickly regenerating the thermal storage capacity for ...

DISPOSABLE, STERILE TEMPERATURE CONTROL APPLICATOR PAD FOR MEDICAL APPLICATION

Heat application method

A therapeutic pad for heating or cooling has a liquid absorbent to prevent liquid leakage in the event the sealed envelope of the pad is ruptured. The method of forming the pad includes vacuuming the thermoplastic envelope prior to sealing. The pad can be used alone or with a comforter to provide warmth or to remove heat from the body of the user.

Use of sorbent sheet materials as evaporative coolants

A method of evaporative cooling using sorbent sheet materials comprising a fibrous web that includes entangled fibers and a solid high sorbency liquid-sorbent polymeric material is disclosed. A sorbent sheet material useful for administering cold water therapy is also described.

Water-absorbent pad

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.

Disposable breast pad

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.

Systems and methods to regulate body temperature

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.

Method of applying heat using handheld device

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.

Handheld device with thermal body-care element

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.

Wound and therapy compress and dressing

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.

Therapeutic Cold Compress Apparatus and Method for Use

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.

WOUND TREATMENT SYSTEM

A disposable dressing forms a compartment around and above a wound site and a volatile antimicrobial compound is allowed to sublimate/evaporate into the compartment. A heating element is included in the dressing, with heat stimulating wound healing and simultaneously accelerating sublimation/evaporation of the antimicrobial compound. 1. A wound treatment system , comprising:a body structured and arranged to surround a wound area, said body having an opening above the wound area;a cover attached to the body and covering the opening, said cover suspended above the wound area;said opening and said cover forming an enclosed and empty wound treatment compartment;an autonomous heating element incorporated into the body or into the cover; anda medically useful agent evaporating or sublimating at an accelerated speed at a temperature from about 40 to about 80° C.,said medically useful agent in fluid communication with the compartment.2. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the amount of said agent is effective to inhibit bacterial infection of said wound.3. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the heating element is structured and arranged to heat said agent to a temperature sufficient to inhibit bacterial infection of said wound.4. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the medically useful agent is located on the heating element.5. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the medically useful agent is located close enough to the heating element to receive radiant heat from the heating element.6. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the cover is a transparent or semi-transparent film.7. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the cover is a transparent or semi-transparent dome.8. The wound treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the medically useful agent is an antimicrobial agent.9. The wound treatment system of claim 8 , wherein the antimicrobial agent is selected from the group consisting of halogenated hydroxyl ...

Self-adhering therapy pack

A therapy pack system provides a reusable self-adhering therapy pack to skin. The therapy pack may be for example, an ice pack, heat pack or hot and cold pack. A sticky polymer gel is mounted onto a polymer casing of the therapy pack. The polymer gel is re-usable to attach the therapy pack to a user's skin at the site needing therapy. The polymer gel also buffers the skin from heat or freezer burn associated with applying a hot/cold pack to skin for an extended period. A chloride based compound may be added to the polymer gel to prevent the gel from freezing. In some embodiments, a non-woven fabric patch may support the polymer gel adhesive providing an additional layer of protection to the skin while simultaneously allowing the gel to self-adhere the therapy pack to the user.

THERAPEUTIC SPLINT

A therapeutic splint for the treatment of one or more joint areas of a patient. The splint includes longitudinal housings extending along a longitudinal axis (L) and arranged parallel to this longitudinal axis (L); one or more modular cartridges with therapeutic effect suitable for being arranged in the housings according to the joint area (s) to be treated. The splint further includes at least one transverse and/or oblique housing extending along one or more transverse and/or oblique axes (O), respectively, with respect to the longitudinal axis (L) of the splint. The transverse and/or oblique housing is arranged so as to cover an area extending around a joint to be treated. The modular cartridge or cartridges are arranged in the transverse and/or oblique housings according to the joint area(s) to be treated. 1. Therapeutic splint for the treatment of one or more joint areas of a patient , the splint including longitudinal housings extending along a longitudinal axis (L) and arranged parallel to this longitudinal axis (L); one or more modular cartridges with therapeutic effect suitable for being arranged in said housings according to said joint area(s) to be treated , wherein:the splint further includes at least one transverse and/or oblique housing extending along one or more transverse and/or oblique axes (O), respectively, with respect to said longitudinal axis (L) of the splint,the transverse and/or oblique housing is arranged so as to cover an area extending around a joint to be treated, andthe modular cartridge or cartridges are arranged in said transverse and/or oblique housings according to said joint area(s) to be treated.2. Therapeutic splint according to claim 1 , wherein the cartridge(s) have a predetermined shape and size and are adapted to the dimensions of the longitudinal housings and of the transverse and/or oblique housing of the splint.3. Therapeutic splint according to claim 1 , wherein the cartridge includes a thermotherapy effect for heat ...

Cold pack for bandage

A bandage, such as an adhesive bandage or non-adhesive bandage, can be modified to include a cold pack. The cold pack may be placed in a pocket formed by a gauze sponge of the bandage and a backing of the bandage. The cold pack may also be adhered to a surface of the bandage. The cold temperature of the cold pack can, in some instances, reduce swelling at the wound site, possibly facilitate faster healing, and possibly provide psychological benefits that promote healing.

Heatable and Coolable Therapeutic Device

A heatable and coolable therapeutic device provides a soothing sensation to areas of pain on a person's body. The device includes a first ball. The first ball is spaced from a second ball. Each of the first and second balls has a hollow interior. A spacer is coupled to and extends between the first ball and the second ball. The first ball, the second ball and the spacer define a cohesive unit. A heat-retentive material is positioned in the hollow interior of each of the first ball and the second ball. The heat-retentive material maintains a selectable one of an elevated temperature and a decreased temperature relative to ambient temperature over an extended period of time.

APPARATUS AND METHODS OF INDUCING WEIGHT LOSS USING BLOOD FLOW CONTROL

Methods and apparatus for inducing weight loss using blood flow control are described herein. The apparatus and methods operate by controlling blood flow to the stomach and/or small bowel. 112-. (canceled)13. A method of inducing weight loss , the method comprising reducing blood flow to the gastrointestinal tract by ablating one or more blood vessels that supply the stomach and/or small bowel to limit dilation of the blood vessels to increase flow after the ablating.14. A method according to claim 13 , wherein the ablating is configured to cause fibrosis of the one or more blood vessels that supply the stomach and/or small bowel claim 13 , wherein the fibrosis limits dilation of the blood vessels to increase flow.1518-. (canceled)19. A system for inducing weight loss claim 13 , the system comprising:a controller operably connected to one or more input devices, wherein the controller is configured to determine that a patient is ingesting food; andone or more blood flow constriction devices operably connected to the controller, the one or more blood flow constriction devices configured to reduce blood flow to the gastrointestinal tract.20. A system according to claim 19 , wherein the one or more input devices comprise one or more of: a sensor configured to detect distention and/or increased pressure in a stomach claim 19 , a sensor configured to detect swallowing claim 19 , and a sensor configured to detect flow into a stomach.21. A system according to claim 19 , wherein the one or more input devices comprise a direct input device actuated by a patient to provide a signal to the controller that food is being ingested.22. A system according to claim 19 , wherein the one or more blood flow constriction devices comprises a device configured to mechanically constrict one or more blood vessels that supply the stomach and/or small bowel.23. A system according to claim 19 , wherein the one or more blood flow constriction devices comprises a device configured to cool an ...

Cooling Assembly

A cooling headgear is disclosed. Absorbent material within the headgear retains cold water. When worn by a user, the headgear holds the cold water to the head of the user, cooling the user.

Compartmentalized Heat Transfer Wrap and Method

A compaitmentalized heat transfer wrap for absorbing heat from a living body including a moisture-proof, outer envelope being sealed about a periphery thereof to form an outer boundary, the outer envelope being compartmentalized into a plurality of individual sealed pockets wherein each of the sealed pockets is isolated from each of the remaining individual sealed pockets, each of the individual sealed pockets including a formulated cooling medium encapsulated therein, the cooling medium having a combination of components including carboxymethyl cellulose in powder form, water, and a stabilizing additive for absorbing heat generated by a living body in contact with the outer envelope while the cooling medium is employed and functional at ambient temperature. 1. A compartmentalized heat transfer wrap for absorbing heat from a living body , said heat transfer wrap comprising:a moisture proof, outer envelope being sealed about a periphery thereof forming an outer boundary;said outer envelope being compartmentalized into a plurality of individual sealed pockets wherein each of said sealed pockets is isolated from each of the remaining individual sealed pockets; andeach of said individual sealed pockets includes a formulated cooling medium encapsulated therein, said cooling medium including at least a pair of components identified as carboxymethyl cellulose and water for absorbing heat generated by a living body in contact with said outer envelope while said cooling medium being employed and functional at ambient temperature.2. The heat transfer wrap of wherein said outer boundary is pressure heat sealed.3. The heat transfer wrap of wherein each of said individual pockets is isolated from each of the remaining individual pockets by pressure heat seals.4. The heat transfer wrap of wherein said moisture-proof outer envelope is comprised of nylon.5. The heat transfer wrap of wherein an optimum number of said individual sealed pockets comprises eight pockets.6. The heat ...

Mask, device, and method for whitening skin

The present disclosure relates to a mask, a device and a method for whitening skin. In an embodiment, the mask includes a contact layer having a lower portion configured to contact a face surface of a user, and at least one thermoelectric module including a first major surface disposed in contact with an upper portion of the contact layer and a second major surface positioned opposite to the first major surface. The mask also includes a heat dissipation layer being disposed in contact with the second major surface of the thermoelectric module. The mask further includes a controller configured to control the thermoelectric module to: cool the first major surface at a cooling temperature such that the skin of the user reaches a target temperature at which a pigmentation by melanocytes on the user's skin is suppressed, and maintain the cooling of the first major surface for a cooling interval.

Heated sleeve for a prosthetic limb

A heat sleeve for selectively heating a residual limb of an amputee is provided. The heat sleeve includes a first sock member having an open proximal end, a distal end and a continuous side wall, all defining an open interior area configured to receive the residual limb therein. A temperature regulating apparatus includes a thermal adjustment element adapted to be mounted onto an exterior surface of the first sock member proximate the distal end, and a power supply operatively coupled to the thermal adjustment element. When the power supply is in its ON orientation and providing power to the thermal adjustment element, the thermal adjustment element selectively heats the residual limb within the first sock. A second sock member may then receive the residual limb, the first sock member and the flexible heating element therein.

Cold Therapy Device

The present invention is directed to a device for absorbing heat from a body. More particularly, the invention pertains to an improved device which utilizes a gel material comprising liquids and solids to absorb, over an extended period of time, heat from a body. The present invention also includes methods of providing cold therapy treatment to a user 1. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.2. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a Z-configuration and having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.3. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a Z-configuration and having a highly adjustable fastening zone, and further comprising a corrugated material;b. a body-side insulation layer,c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.4. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a corrugated material and having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component5. A multi-use cold pack device according to any one of to , wherein the thickness of said body-side insulation layer is thinner than the thickness of said clothing-side insulation layer.6. A multi-use cold pack device according to any one of to , wherein said body-side insulation layer has an R-value of 0.001 m-K/W to 0.01 m-K/W.7. A multi-use cold pack device ...

METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF NON-GENITAL CUTANEOUS WARTS

Methods of treating a wart are provided which include: providing a heating device having a central zone and peripheral zone, sized to cover the wart and skin peripheral to the wart, and including a heat-generating material that undergoes an exothermic reaction when exposed to oxygen; providing a liquid therapeutic adhesive comprising a volatile solvent, skin-compatible adhesive and therapeutic agent; applying the liquid therapeutic adhesive to the skin peripheral to the wart or to the peripheral zone of the heating device; initiating the exothermic reaction of the heat-generating material by exposure of the heat-generating material to oxygen; applying the central zone of the heating device to contact the wart, thereby heating the wart and skin peripheral to the wart to an elevated skin temperature; and maintaining the elevated skin temperature for a period of time, thereby creating an enclosed heated environment treating the wart and skin peripheral to the wart. 1. A method for treating a wart and an area of skin peripheral to the wart of a subject , comprising:providing a heating device having a central zone and a peripheral zone, the heating device sized to cover at least the wart and the skin peripheral to the wart, and the heating device comprising a heat-generating material that undergoes an exothermic reaction when exposed to oxygen;providing a liquid therapeutic adhesive comprising a volatile solvent, a skin-compatible adhesive and a therapeutic agent;applying the liquid therapeutic adhesive composition to at least the skin peripheral to the wart or to at least the peripheral zone of the heating device;initiating the exothermic reaction of the heat-generating material by exposure of the heat-generating material to oxygen;applying the central zone of the heating device to contact the wart, whereby the peripheral zone of the heating device is positioned in indirect contact with the area of skin peripheral to the wart via the liquid therapeutic adhesive ...

Thermal Composite Material and Compression Sheet

A thermal composite material and devices that incorporate the material control skin temperature within a specified range during standard cold therapy or heat therapy. The material and subsequent devices can also have a structural input-output feature to apply and measure a degree of compression. A primary use is as portable means for the immediate treatment of soft tissue injury. Secondary uses include use as portable means to aid temperature regulation in hot or cold environments for comfort or safety purposes. 1. A temperature-controlled , compression sheet for use in hot or cold therapy applications , the sheet comprising:a composite sheet comprising a temperature control component and an elastic structural component;the temperature control component comprises a phase change material having a predetermined, therapeutic, specific temperature of phase change from solid to liquid forms in the range of from about 32 degrees F. to about 122 degrees F.; andthe elastic structural component is comprised of a material having elastomeric properties.2. A temperature-controlled claim 1 , compression sheet as described in claim 1 , wherein the temperature control component and elastic structural component form a single claim 1 , contiguous layer.3. A temperature-controlled claim 1 , compression sheet as described in claim 1 , wherein the temperature control component is comprised of a layer of a plurality of adjacent cells.4. A temperature-controlled claim 1 , compression sheet as described in claim 1 , wherein the temperature control component is comprised of a layer of a plurality of adjacent claim 1 , semi-contiguous cells.5. A temperature-controlled claim 1 , compression sheet as described in claim 1 , wherein the temperature control component further comprises a matrix of elastomer material with the PCM material dispersed therein.6. A temperature-controlled claim 5 , compression sheet as described in claim 5 , wherein the temperature control component is a mixture that ...

Coolant Device, Dispenser and Methods

This invention provides a thin and discreet coolant device, and single and multiple unit dispenser containers containing the same. The coolant device comprises a first packet being comprised of a waterproof or water-resistant material containing water therewithin and further comprising a fold and further adapted to have a selectively permanent connection between external and internal layers of said fold, such that upon applying a force to laterally extend the ends of said packet, a rupture of said first packet occurs allowing for the leakage of the water contained therewithin. The coolant device further comprises a second packet which encases said first packet, comprising an exterior and interior layer, wherein said interior layer is comprised of an absorbant material and said exterior layer is comprised of a waterproof or water-resistant material and wherein an amount of powdered urea is located within an interior of said second packet. Upon lateral extension of the sides of the second packet, a rupture of said first packet occurs allowing for the leakage of the water contained therewithin and its exposure to said urea located within said second packet, which exposure results in an endothermic reaction resulting in an outer surface of said second packet becoming cooler to the touch than an outer surface temperature prior to said rupture. Use of the coolant devices to provide cooling to a skin surface on demand is described, as well. 1. A coolant device having a thickness of between 0.5-10 mm , said coolant device comprising:a first packet, said first packet being comprised of a waterproof or water-resistant material and containing water sealed within said first packet, whereby upon applying a force to rupture said first packet allows for the leakage of the water contained therewithin from said first packet;a second packet which encases said first packet, said second packet comprising an exterior and interior layer, wherein said interior layer is comprised of an ...

NOVEL CRYOGENIC COMPOSITION

The present invention relates to a novel cryogenic composition intended to be used in thermal treatment devices, and also to its process of preparation. The invention also relates to a thermal treatment device and more particularly to a medical device used to cool a part of the human or animal body, in particular after trauma, inflammation or a surgical act. The invention has application in the therapeutic and/or medical field but also in other fields, such as, for example, for the cooling or the maintenance at low temperature of foodstuffs. 1. A cryogenic composition , comprising a hydrophobic compound in the liquid form in which granules of superabsorbent polymer charged with water and with humectant are immersed , said hydrophobic compound having a freezing point of less than 0° C.2. The cryogenic composition as claimed in claim 1 , which comprises:(a) from 0.2% to 3% and preferably from 0.2% to 2% by weight of a hydrophobic compound, the freezing point of which is less than 0° C.,(b) from 1% to 6% and preferably from 1.5% to 3% by weight of superabsorbent polymer granules,(c) from 75% to 95% and preferably from 85% to 90% by weight of water,(d) from 6% to 10% and preferably from 7% to 9% by weight of a humectant,said percentages being expressed as percentages by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition, and the total weight of the composition representing 100%.3. The cryogenic composition as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic compound has a freezing point of less than −7° C. claim 1 , preferably of less than −10° C. claim 1 , more preferably of less than −15° C. and more preferably still of less than −20° C.4. The cryogenic composition as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said hydrophobic compound is chosen from neopentylene glycol diheptanoate claim 1 , isopropyl sebacate claim 1 , isodecyl neopentanoate claim 1 , isostearyl isostearate and their mixtures.5. The cryogenic composition as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the superabsorbent ...

PEEL AND STICK HEATING PAD FOR BREAST

An air activated therapeutic heating pad for breast is shown and described herein. The heating pad may include a plurality of pad members. Each of the plurality of pad members may include a facestock layer, a first pressure sensitive adhesive, a second pressure sensitive adhesive, and a liner layer. Each of the plurality of pad members may be capable of being selectably activated and the each of the plurality of pad members may comprise a heat-generating composition generating a heat to a temperature. The plurality of pad members may form a generally U-shape capable of fitting within a cup of a bra. 1. A pad comprising:a facestock layer having a plurality of pad members, each of the plurality of pad members capable of being selectively activated, the each of the plurality of pad members comprising a heat-generating composition generating a heat to a temperature;a first pressure sensitive adhesive layer coupled to the facestock, the first pressure sensitive adhesive layer including a porous material configured to control exposure to air;a second pressure sensitive adhesive layer having an upper adhesive surface, wherein the adhesive surfaces of the first and second pressure sensitive adhesives are releasably securable to one another to form a closure; anda liner layer configured to be adhere to the second pressure sensitive layer.2. The pad of claim 1 , wherein the temperature is about 125 to about 145 degrees F.3. The pad of claim 1 , wherein the facestock layer contains an oxidizable substance.4. The pad of claim 1 , wherein the facestock layer contains two or more substances claim 1 , the two or more substances producing a heat-generating reaction when exposed to an air.5. The pad of claim 4 , wherein the pad is disposable after producing one heat-generating reaction.6. The pad of claim 1 , further comprising a bra wherein the pad is selectively attached thereto.7. The pad of claim 6 , wherein the plurality of pad members forms a generally U-shape.8. The pad of ...

Temperature controlled hypoallergenic garments or pads

A hypoallergenic garment is provided that offers relief by achieving a desirable cooling or heating effect in an individual experiencing pain or discomfort. It can be used for treatment of conditions such as itching, burning, yeast or bacterial infection, urethral pain, inflammation, urinary tract infections, dermatitis, vaginal varicosity, menopausal perspiration, post-surgery swelling, edema due to a sports injury, swelling due to trauma, damage to the perineum, menopausal pain and combinations thereof.

CHEMICAL BODY WARMER

It is an object of the present invention to provide a chemical body warmer that achieves a sufficient heating effect even in a low-temperature environment at about 10° C. or less. A chemical body warmer including a flat housing including one or a plurality of cells each containing an exothermic composition that generates heat upon contact with air, wherein a total area of the cell or the plurality of cells in a plan view of the housing is 200 cmor more, and the chemical body warmer is used by being placed under a blanket. 1. A chemical body warmer comprising a flat housing comprising one or a plurality of cells each containing an exothermic composition that generates heat upon contact with air , wherein a total area of the cell or the plurality of cells in a plan view of the housing is 200 cmor more , and the chemical body warmer is used by being placed under a blanket.2. The chemical body warmer according to claim 1 , wherein the chemical body warmer exhibits a maximum reached temperature of 30° C. or more upon standing under a temperature condition of 0° C.4. The chemical body warmer according to claim 1 , wherein a total amount of the exothermic composition contained in the housing is 70 to 1 claim 1 ,000 g.5. The chemical body warmer according to claim 1 , wherein the exothermic composition contains an oxidizable metal claim 1 , and a total amount of the oxidizable metal contained in the housing is 20 to 800 g.6. The chemical body warmer according to claim 1 , wherein the number of the cells provided in the housing is 2 to 20.7. The chemical body warmer according to claim 1 , wherein the chemical body warmer is used by being placed on a lower limb.8. The chemical body warmer according to claim 7 , wherein the lower limb is a knee and/or a thigh.9. A method for warming a body claim 1 , comprising placing the chemical body warmer according to and a blanket in this order on a body region to warm the body. The present invention relates to a chemical body warmer that ...

Thermal Self Regulating Wound Dressing

The Thermal Self Regulating Wound Dressing self-regulates its thermal output, without the need for external temperature regulating components, to maintain a substantially constant temperature at the wound site for an extended period of time. The Thermal Self-Regulating Wound Dressing is self-contained to enable the patient to be ambulatory and is also wirelessly rechargeable to provide the capability for producing a constant thermal output over an extended period of time, without having to remove the dressing. The heated wound dressing can be coupled with an absorbent bandage fabric to interface between the wound surface and the Thermal Self-Regulating Wound Dressing. 1. A Thermal Self Regulating Wound Dressing for the generation of thermal energy , comprising:an energy storage section configured to store electrical energy;an Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material, electrically connected to the energy storage section, and which changes its thermal output depending on an instantaneous temperature of the Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material without the use of sensors and added circuitry to produce a substantially constant output temperature;an energy recharge section adapted to collect energy from a source located external to the Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material and convert the collected energy to electrical energy for storage by the energy storage section, for immediate use by the Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material, or simultaneous storage in the energy storage section and use by the Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material;wherein the energy storage section, Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material, and energy recharge section are encapsulated in a laminate to form a sheet-like material; anda bandage section in thermal communication with the Engineered Thermally Self-Limiting Material for providing a surface for contact with a site on a subject to enable the controllable transfer of thermal energy from the Engineered Thermally ...

Apparatus and methods of inducing weight loss using blood flow control

Methods and apparatus for inducing weight loss using blood flow control are described herein. The apparatus and methods operate by controlling blood flow to the stomach and/or small bowel.

Therapeutic Textile Articles and Methods of Use

The present invention relates generally to therapeutic articles comprised of carbonaceous blend textile materials comprising yarns having about 25 to 100 weight % carbonaceous fiber and about 0 to 75 weight % fiber made of polyester, nylon, rayon, lyocell, cellulose, wool, silk, linen, bamboo, m-aramid, p-aramid, modacrylic, novoloid, melamine, regenerated cellulose, polyvinyl chloride, antistatic fiber, poly(p-phenylene benzobisoxazole) (PBO), polybenzimidazole (PBI), polysulphonamide (PSA), and combinations thereof, or other fibers not listed that are capable of being made into yarn and textile fabrics that are knit, woven, or nonwoven, and wherein the fabric has a weight from about 3 oz/ydto about 20 oz/yd. Also encompassed within this invention is a method for using therapeutic textile articles having carbonaceous blend textile materials of the present disclosure for treatment of humans and animals with developmental neurological disorders, central nervous system disorders, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disease, sleep disorders, anxiety disorders, pain management, and diabetes. 1. A textile article suitable for use in treating a user having a neurological disorder selected from a group consisting of acquired brain injury , ataxia , brain tumor , dementia , dystonia , epilepsy , functional and dissociative neurological symptoms , meningitis , motor neuron disease , multiple sclerosis , muscular dystrophy , myalgic encephalomyelitis , Parkinson's disease , progressive supranuclear palsy , Huntington's disease , spina bifida and hydrocephalus , spinal injury , stroke , Tourette Syndrome , transverse myelitis , or any combination thereof , the textile article comprising:30 to 70 weight % carbonaceous fiber that absorbs convective and radiant energy generated by the user and emits back to the user at least 50% of convective and radiant energy received from the user upon the textile article being adjacent the user's skin; and30 to 70 weight % apparel fiber ...

COLD THERAPY DEVICE

The present invention is directed to a device for absorbing heat from a body. More particularly, the invention pertains to an improved device which utilizes a gel material comprising liquids and solids to absorb, over an extended period of time, heat from a body. The present invention also includes methods of providing cold therapy treatment to a user 1. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a Z-configuration and having a highly adjustable fastening zone; and a body-side insulation layer;', 'a clothing-side insulation layer extending opposite to the body-side insulation layer; and', 'a gel composition arranged between said body-side and clothing-side insulation layers, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component,, 'b. a multi-cell gel composition located between two segments of stretch material of the attachment wrap, comprising'}wherein the two segments of stretch material each comprises a corrugated material that that can stretch with minimal necking and recover in shape to substantially conform to the skin area of the user to which it is applied.2. A multi-use cold pack device according claim 1 , wherein the thickness of said body-side insulation layer is thinner than the thickness of said clothing-side insulation layer.3. A multi-use cold pack device according claim 1 , wherein said body-side insulation layer has an R-value of 0.001 m-K/W to 0.01 m-K/W.4. A multi-use cold pack device according to claim 1 , wherein said clothing-side insulation layer has an R-value that is greater than 0.01 m-K/W.5. A multi-use cold pack device according to claim 1 , wherein said body-side insulation layer has an R-value of 0.001 m-K/W to 0.01 m-K/W and said clothing-side insulation layer has an R-value that is greater than 0.01 m-K/W.6. A multi-use cold pack device according to claim 1 , wherein said gel composition freezes into a solid form at a temperature between −5° C. to 5° C.7. A multi-use cold pack device ...

VASODILATION SLEEVE AND METHOD OF VASODILATING A LIMB

A vasodilation sleeve () is disclosed having a tubular middle section () having on opening () at each end to which a stretchable cuff (). The tubular middle section () is made of a soft, flexible heat reflective material which retains a patient's body heat. The sleeve () is placed upon a patient's limb over the site of a vascular puncture. The patient's body heat is trapped within the sleeve () causing a warming of the skin, the heat reflective material aids in quickly warming the limb which causes the underlying veins to dilate. 1. A vasodilation sleeve comprising:an elongated, tubular sleeve having two oppositely disposed open ends, said elongated, tubular sleeve being made of a heat reflective material; andan stretchable cuff coupled to each said two oppositely disposed open ends of said elongated, tubular sleeve and configured to fit snugly about a limb of a person.2. The vasodilation sleeve of wherein said heat reflective material is a metalized fabric material.3. The vasodilation sleeve of wherein said metalized fabric material has a metallic exterior surface and a spunbond interior surface.4. A vasodilation sleeve comprising:a tubular, central portion having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end;first gathering means for partially gathering said first opening to fit snugly about a person's limb to restrict the airflow through said first opening, andsecond gathering means for partially gathering said second opening to fit snugly about a person's limb to restrict the airflow through said second opening.5. The vasodilation sleeve of wherein said tubular claim 4 , central portion is made of a heat reflective material.6. The vasodilation sleeve of wherein said heat reflective material is made of a metalized fabric material.7. The vasodilation sleeve of wherein said metalized fabric material has a metallic exterior surface and a spunbond interior surface.8. A method of inducing vasodilation comprising the steps of:(A) positioning a ...

Eye Thermal Compress

An eye compress assembly includes two thermally adjustable heating and cooling device and a bridge connecting the two devices is provided. The thermally adjustable device is configured to apply thermal treatment against the eye region. Within the thermally adjustable heating and cooling device the thermoelectric element is powered by a battery. A power input port is provided in the bridge to connect into a power supply in order to recharge the battery. 1. An eye thermal compress assembly comprising:two thermal treatment units generating thermal energy to provide a heated or cooled treatment surface for the eyelids of a user when worn; anda bridge connecting the two thermal treatment units.2. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 1 , wherein the thermal treatment units comprise an upper and lower shell claim 1 , the lower shell configured for removeably securing a pad between each unit and the eyelids of the user claim 1 , the pad providing moisture claim 1 , ointment claim 1 , pharmacological agent claim 1 , or any combination thereof to the eyelids.3. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 1 , a controller is provided in the bridge to store programs of heating and/or cooling.4. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 3 , wherein a switch is provided for choosing one of the programs of heating and/or cooling.5. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an attachment means.6. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 5 , wherein the attachment means is made of a flexible material.7. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 1 , wherein the positioning of the units in relation to the bridge can be adjusted by the user to achieve a more comfortable fit.81. The eye thermal compress assembly of wherein each thermal treatment unit comprises a thermoelectric cooler (TEC) for generating the thermal energy.9. The eye thermal compress assembly of claim 1 , wherein the bridge comprises a nosepiece for placement onto the nose when the ...

THERMAL SYSTEM WITH MEDICATION INTERACTION

A thermal control unit supplies temperature controlled fluid to a patient to control the patient's temperature. The thermal control unit includes a fluid outlet, fluid inlet, heat exchanger, pump, patient temperature probe port, user interface, and controller. The controller receives patient temperature readings from the patient temperature probe port and controls a temperature of the circulating fluid in a first manner when no event data is received regarding treatment of the patient. The controller controls a temperature of the circulating fluid in a second and different manner when event data is received. The event data may relate to medication and/or fluid administered to the patient. The different manners include determining a target fluid temperature in using different inputs and/or alarming in different manners. In some cases, the controller pauses the use of the patient temperature readings while continuing to deliver temperature controlled fluid to the patient. 1. A thermal control unit for controlling a temperature of a patient , the thermal control unit comprising:a fluid outlet adapted to fluidly couple to a fluid supply line;a fluid inlet adapted to fluidly couple to a fluid return line;a circulation channel coupled to the fluid outlet and the fluid inlet;a pump for circulating fluid through the circulation channel from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet;a heat exchanger for controlling a temperature of the fluid circulating in the circulation channel;a fluid temperature sensor adapted to sense a temperature of the circulating fluid;a patient temperature probe port adapted to receive patient temperature readings from a patient temperature probe;a user interface including a pause control and a patient target temperature input; anda controller in communication with the patient temperature probe port, the fluid temperature sensor, and the user interface, the controller adapted to use the patient temperature readings to control a temperature of the ...

Compressive cryo-hemostatic device

This is a device, belonging to the medical and hospital artifacts industry, developed to accelerate the hemostatic process for patients undergoing radial punctures, partially compressing the artery subjected to treatment; said cryo-hemostatic device is essentially presented in the form of a wristband (1), providing end bands (2) providing velcro-based closing, interconnected by an intermediate band (3) below which a first cryogenic reservoir pad is located (4), which can be filled with a saline substance by the action of a syringe connected to the first connection nipple (5) attached to the first tube (6), flanked by the second external reservoir pad (7), also provided with a second connection nipple (8), attached to the second tube (9).

COLD THERAPY DEVICE

The present invention is directed to a device for absorbing heat from a body. More particularly, the invention pertains to an improved device which utilizes a gel material comprising liquids and solids to absorb, over an extended period of time, heat from a body. The present invention also includes methods of providing cold therapy treatment to a user 1. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.2. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a Z-configuration and having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.3. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a Z-configuration and having a highly adjustable fastening zone, and further comprising a corrugated material;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.4. A multi-use cold pack device comprising:a. an attachment wrap comprising a corrugated material and having a highly adjustable fastening zone;b. a body-side insulation layer;c. a clothing-side insulation layer; andd. a multi-cell gel composition, wherein said gel composition does not include an antifreeze component.5. A multi-use cold pack device according to any one of to , wherein the thickness of said body-side insulation layer is thinner than the thickness of said clothing-side insulation layer.6. A multi-use cold pack device according to any one of to , wherein said body-side insulation layer has an R-value of 0.001 m-K/W to 0.01 m-K/W.7. A multi-use cold pack device ...

A biphasic hydrogel formulation and methods of production and use thereof

The present invention provides a biphasic formulation, comprising a liquid layer on the outside and an elastic hydrogel wherein the water formed on the surface of the elastic gel is physically cooling the skin by evaporating and to give a first boost of the active ingredients directly when placing on the skin of humans or animals. The biphasic formulation according to the present invention may be arranged in a hydrogel patch which creates an environment that relieves or promotes the healing process for the treatment of insect bites, sunburn, erythema, pruritus, acne, dry skin or callus. In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a biphasic hydrogel composition, comprising 6% or less PVA, physical crosslinking, glycerol as humectant and the use of water impermeable packaging to reach equilibrium of the syneresis and preserve the moisture of the gel during long-term storage. 1. A dermal device comprising a biphasic hydrogel with one liquid layer and one elastic hydrogel layer , wherein the biphasic hydrogel comprises a monopolymeric formulation , and wherein the dermal device is arranged to provide syneresis of at least 10% within 2 weeks.2. The dermal device according to claim 1 , wherein the biphasic hydrogel is physically crosslinked.3. The dermal device according to claim 1 , wherein the dermal device comprises a monopolymeric formulation with a gel forming polymer concentration of maximum 10 wt % claim 1 , preferably maximum 6 wt %.4. The dermal device according to claim 1 , wherein the dermal device comprises polyvinyl alcohol (PVA).5. The dermal device according to claim 1 , wherein the dermal device also comprises one or more skin humectants claim 1 , essential oils claim 1 , plasticizers claim 1 , antipruritic agents claim 1 , local anesthetics claim 1 , debriding agents or cooling agents claim 1 , or a combination thereof.6. The dermal device according to claim 1 , wherein the dermal device also comprises a basic or acidic agent providing a ...

HEATED SOCK TO KEEP THE WEARER FEET AND TOES WARM

Heated socks used to keep a wearer's feet and toes warm. The heated socks include pockets for oxygen-activated chemical heating pouches which generate heat when exposed to air and via friction caused by the wearer when walking, jumping, or other activities and distributed through the sock from toe to ankle to heel. The heated socks are provided with extra cushioning on the bottom of the feet to aid in comfort for the wearer. The heated socks also keep the feet dry from moisture and perspiration. 1. A heated sock for warming a wearer's foot , comprising: a toe portion;', 'a heel portion;', 'a sole portion;', 'an inner edge portion;', 'an outer edge portion;', 'an upper portion;', 'at least one ankle portion; and', 'an upper ankle portion;, 'a sock body including 'wherein said plurality of pocket members are respectively attached to said toe portion, said heel portion, said sole portion, said inner edge portion, said outer edge portion, said upper portion, said at least one ankle portion, and said upper ankle portion; and', 'a plurality of pocket members;'} [ an exterior surface; and', 'an interior volume; and', 'wherein said pouch body is formed from a pervious, flexible material; and, 'a pouch body including, wherein said oxygen activated chemical is removably located within said interior volume;', 'wherein said oxygen activated chemical is adapted to create and dissipate heat when exposed to and combined with oxygen;, 'an oxygen activated chemical;'}, 'wherein said plurality of heating pouch members are respectively placed within respective said plurality of pocket members, such that said foot of said wearer can be warmed by said heated sock., 'a plurality of heating pouch members, each including2. A heated sock as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said oxygen activated chemical is also adapted and configured to generate heat via friction between a wearer's foot and said heated sock.3. A heated sock as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said sock body includes a cushioning ...

LIGHT AND ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER DEVICE

A flexible device having a layered structure for delivering light or ultrasound to a skin surface. The device includes a flexible substrate that supports either a flexible light emitter layer or a flexible ultrasound emitter layer, as well as first and second flexible conductive layers. The device has a surface configured to face the skin surface, wherein (a) the light emitter layer emits pulsed light with an intensity that is substantially constant across the device's surface when driven by a power source connected to the conductive layers to thereby deliver a therapeutically effective dose of pulsed light to the skin surface or (b) the ultrasound emitter layer emits ultrasound with an intensity that is substantially constant across the device's surface when driven by a power source connected to the conductive layers to thereby deliver a therapeutically effective dose of ultrasound to the skin surface. 1. A system for providing light or ultrasound to a skin surface , comprising:a flexible device having a layered structure and comprising a flexible substrate that supports (a) one of a flexible light emitter layer or a flexible ultrasound emitter layer and (b) a first flexible conductive layer and a second flexible conductive layer, wherein the one of the flexible light emitter layer or the flexible ultrasound emitter layer is electrically coupled to the first and second flexible conductive layers, wherein the device has a surface configured to face the skin surface, and wherein, as applicable, (i) the flexible light emitter layer is configured to emit pulsed light with an intensity that is substantially constant across a surface of the device when driven by a power source connected to the first and second flexible conductive layers so as to provide a substantially uniform light emission that delivers a therapeutically effective dose of pulsed light to the skin surface or (ii) the flexible ultrasound emitter layer is configured to emit ultrasound with an intensity ...

MOIST HEAT DELIVERY THERAPY DEVICE WITH A MULTI-LAYER LAMINATE STRUCTURE

A therapeutic device such as an eye mask for delivery of moist heat therapy to a body part such as an eye of a human or animal subject. Example devices are configured to be worn with one or more eye coverage portions positioned over the subject's eye(s). The eye coverage portions have a front side configured for placement against the treated body part, and a back side opposite the front side. A moisture barrier material positioned at or adjacent the back side substantially prevents moisture from escaping from the back side and directs moist heat delivery through the front side and toward the body part to be treated. 1. An eye mask configured to deliver moist heat therapy to at least one eye of a patient , the eye mask comprising:at least one eye coverage portion; andat least one securing strap affixed to the eye coverage portion;wherein the at least one eye coverage portion comprises an enclosure containing a fill material configured to absorb and release moisture, a moisture-permeable material at least partially surrounding and containing the fill material, and a moisture-impermeable material configured to at least partially prevent moisture transmission from the fill material in a first direction, whereby moisture from the fill material is substantially directed toward the patient in a second direction generally opposite the first direction.2. The eye mask of claim 1 , comprising two independent eye coverage portions and a flexible nose bridge coupled between the two eye coverage portions.3. The eye mask of claim 2 , wherein the flexible nose bridge is adjustable.4. The eye mask of claim 1 , wherein the fill material comprises a hydrophilic zeolite.5. The eye mask of claim 4 , wherein the hydrophilic zeolite fill material comprises granules loosely contained within the enclosure.6. The eye mask of claim 4 , wherein the fill material contains an antimicrobial material.7. The eye mask of claim 1 , wherein the moisture-impermeable material is laminated to the ...

Heat Exchange Catheters and Their Methods of Manufacture and Use

A closed loop catheter useable for heat exchange is manufactured by forming a plurality of generally transverse bore holes though a flexible, multilumen catheter body, lacing a tube trough the bore holes so that loops of the tube protrude from the catheter body, connecting one end of the tube to an inflow lumen of the catheter and connecting the other end of the tube to an outflow lumen of the catheter. A heated or cooled heat exchange medium may then be circulated through the tube while the catheter is inserted in the vasculature of a subject, thereby resulting in heat exchange between the subject's flowing blood and the heat exchange medium being circulated through the tube. 1. A catheter device comprising:a) an elongate catheter body having, a proximal end, a distal end, an inflow lumen and an outflow lumen;b) a plurality of bores extending transversely through the catheter body at spaced-apart locations;c) a tube having a first end connected to the inflow lumen and a second end connected to the outflow lumen, said tube passing in alternate transverse directions through adjacent ones of said bores such that tubing loops comprising portions of said tube protrude outwardly from opposite sides of the catheter body.2. A catheter device according to wherein the catheter body further comprises a through tube or through lumen that extends through at least a portion of the catheter body and which terminates distally in a distal port.3. A catheter device according to wherein the through tube or through lumen is useable as a guidewire passageway to facilitate advancement of the catheter body over a guidewire.4. A catheter device according to wherein the through tube or through lumen is useable as a delivery passageway to facilitate delivery of a therapeutic substance or device through the catheter device and into the subject's body.51. A catheter device according to page wherein the tubing loops are formed to curved shapes.6. A catheter device according to wherein a window ...

Light and/or ultrasonic transducer device with sensor feedback for dose control

A system for delivering light and/or ultrasound across a skin surface is provided. The system includes a device having a layered structure comprising one or both of a light source and an ultrasonic transducer. The light source comprises a flexible light emitter layer electrically coupled to a first conductive layer and a second conductive layer, wherein at least one of the first and second conductive layers is transparent. The ultrasonic transducer comprises a flexible ultrasound emitter layer electrically coupled to a third conductive layer and a fourth conductive layer. The system also includes one or more sensors in contact with the skin surface and a controller electrically coupled to the device and the sensor. The controller is operable to receive sensor data from the sensor and dynamically control the device in response to the received sensor data.

Medical cooling pad

A medical cooling pad for cooling skin includes a distal flexible pad support, a flexible cooling gel layer arranged on a proximal side of the distal flexible pad support, and a medical wound dressing arranged on a proximal side of the flexible cooling gel layer. The medical wound dressing has an area which is smaller than an area of the flexible cooling gel layer.

THERAPEUTIC ANIMAL HARNESS SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE

Systems and methods for treating and rehabilitating animals are provided. The systems and methods include harnesses and related devices, including compresses and heating/icing devices. The devices further include and comprise features to enable the device to be contoured to and secured to an animal. Animals contemplated for use with devices and methods of the present disclosure include, but are not limited to, canines and humans. 1. A therapeutic device for an animal comprising:a flexible compress member having a plurality of wells;wherein each of the plurality of wells comprises a first internal volume and an upper end of the wells comprises an overhang;a plurality of fluid-containing modules, wherein each of the plurality of fluid-containing modules is operable to be provided within the first internal volume of a well;wherein each of the fluid-containing modules comprises a second internal volume, the second internal volume being less than the first internal volume;a fluid provided within the second internal volume;wherein the overhang comprises at least one of a flexible and an elastic component that is operable to selectively receive and at least partially secure a portion of a fluid-containing module; andwherein the device is operable to act as a heating or cooling agent for an animal body part.2. The therapeutic device of claim 1 , wherein the device comprises silicone rubber.3. The therapeutic device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fluid-containing modules comprise silicone rubber.4. The therapeutic device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of wells are arranged in a grid.5. The therapeutic device of claim 1 , further comprising a cover member.6. The therapeutic device of claim 5 , wherein the cover member extends along the upper end of the wells and comprises a seal for at least some of the plurality of wells.7. The therapeutic device of claim 1 , wherein the fluid-containing modules comprise sealed modules.8. A therapeutic device for an animal ...

Devices and methods for transdermal drug delivery

Provided are devices for therapeutic interaction with an Abreu brain thermal tunnel (ABTT) terminus. Such devices are configured to provide one or more drugs to an ABTT terminus, and may provide heat to or remove heat from the ABTT terminus while providing the one or more drugs.

Medical device for the treatment of hemorrhoids, tissue inflammation and other conditions

This invention is directed to a medical device and a method of treating mammals, especially humans, to alleviate the symptoms, including pain, of several conditions and symptoms, including hemorrhoids, tissue inflammation and/or yeast infections, and open, draining wounds or incisions.

Therapeutic jewelry

Therapeutic jewelry is provided that can provide a therapeutic heating or cooling effect to a user. The therapeutic jewelry includes a thread, a first therapeutic container portion, a second therapeutic container portion, and a cap. The first therapeutic container portion defines a first internal cavity, includes a receiving member extending across, and has a hollow interior open at opposite sides of the first therapeutic portion to receive the thread there through. The second therapeutic container portion defines a second internal cavity and is connectable to the first container portion forming a jewelry element body such that the first and second internal cavities cooperatively form an interior fluid cavity. At least one of the first or second container portions define a filling aperture open to the interior fluid cavity of the jewelry element body, enabling filling the interior fluid cavity. The cap is operably connectable to seal the filling opening so that the interior fluid cavity is sealed to fluid therein, while maintaining the opening of the hollow interior of the receiving member open to receive the support device.

THERMAL WRAP WITH INTEGRAL THERMAL MEDIA ARRAY AND SUPPORT FOR TRANSCUTANEOUS ELECTRICAL NERVE STIMULATION

A wrap has a thermal media laminate containing an array of spaced apart cells of thermal media sandwiched between a plastic film and fabric. Areas in the laminate are provided for attaching electrodes. The laminate is attached to a backing. Apertures in the laminate and backing allow passage of wire leads from the electrodes. Elastic bands with hook fasteners extend from the backing. The hook fasteners releasably attach to loop material of the backing. A TENS unit clips onto one or more of the bands. The leads attach to the TENS unit. 1. A wearable nerve-stimulating thermal wrap comprising:a thermal media laminate comprised of a web of plastic film sealed at a plurality of locations to a web of fabric with spaces between the sealed locations comprising cells, each cell being a pocket surrounded by locations at which the plastic film is sealed to the web of fabric, each cell containing an absorbent solid state thermal medium, said thermal media laminate further comprising at least one electrode area, each electrode area being devoid of cells and being sized and shaped to receive a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation electrode,an insulating backing attached to the plastic film opposite the web of fabric,a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation electrode attached to at least one electrode area, a wire lead extending from the transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation electrode,a first aperture in the thermal media laminate at one of the locations at which the plastic film is sealed to the web of fabric adjacent to one of the at least one electrode area, and a second aperture in the insulating backing in alignment with the first aperture, the wire lead of the transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation electrode extending through the first aperture and the second aperture,an attachment band attached to the thermal media laminate, said attachment band being sized to releasably secure the thermal media laminate to a wearer, anda transcutaneous electrical ...

Conformal thermal device

A conformal thermal device is described that can conform to one or more body parts of a user for either warming or cooling the body parts to within a desired or therapeutic temperature range. Some embodiments of the conformal thermal device include features that indicate a cooling and/or heating temperature. In addition, some embodiments of the conformal thermal device include modular extensions for adapting the shape of the conformal thermal device to a part of the body. Various other features and functions associated with the conformal thermal device are described herein.

HEAT EXCHANGE PAD FOR THERMAL TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT

Example heat exchange pads are described herein. A heat exchange pad can include an input compartment, an output compartment arranged in fluid connection with the input compartment, and an internal member disposed between the input and output compartments. The internal member can include an array of holes formed therein. Additionally, the internal member can be configured to produce impinging flow convection heat transfer in proximity to a heat exchange surface of the output compartment. 1. A heat exchange pad , comprising:an input compartment;an output compartment arranged in fluid connection with the input compartment; andan internal member disposed between the input and output compartments, wherein the internal member comprises an array of holes formed therein, and wherein the internal member is configured to produce impinging flow convection heat transfer in proximity to a heat exchange surface of the output compartment.2. The heat exchange pad of claim 1 , wherein the internal member is further configured to produce flow having a velocity vector perpendicular to the heat exchange surface.3. The heat exchange pad of claim 1 , wherein the internal member is further configured to produce flow having impingement onto the heat exchange surface.4. The heat exchange pad of claim 1 , wherein the internal member is further configured to produce a uniform flow pattern through the input compartment and to create a well-mixed flow pattern in the output compartment.5. The heat exchange pad of claim 1 , wherein the input and output compartments are formed from a plurality of layers comprising an input membrane claim 1 , an output membrane claim 1 , and the internal member claim 1 , the internal member being disposed between the input and output membranes.6. The heat exchange pad of claim 5 , wherein the output membrane is configured to interface with a patient's skin.7. The heat exchange pad of claim 5 , wherein the input membrane comprises a thermal insulator.8. The heat ...

Device for the administration of a cosmetic product, corresponding process, use and container

The present invention relates to a device ( 1 ) for the administration of a cosmetic product, with a first holder ( 2 ) for a pressurized gas cartridge ( 3 ), a second holder ( 4 ) for a cosmetic product container ( 5 ), flow rate regulating means ( 6 ), a nozzle ( 7 ) with heating means ( 8 ), and a trigger ( 9 ) which allows opening the passage of gas when operated. The first holder ( 2 ) allows housing a cartridge ( 3 ) for the passage of pressurized gas towards the flow rate regulating means ( 6 ). The first holder ( 2 ), the flow rate regulating means ( 6 ) and the nozzle ( 7 ) are fluidically connected. The regulating means are located downstream of the first holder ( 2 ) and upstream of the nozzle ( 7 ). The second holder ( 4 ) allows housing a container ( 5 ) for the passage of a product towards the nozzle ( 7 ) by means of a first conduit ( 10 ). The invention also relates to the corresponding process, use and container.

UTILITY GARMENT WITH THERAPEUTIC CHARACTERISTICS

A utility garment comprises a first layer and a second layer of a fabric, an infrared heater including a plurality of flexible heating elements, provided between the first layer and the second layer of the fabric, a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) provided between the first and the second layer of the fabric and a plurality of sensors configured to determine a plurality of parameters pertaining to a body by which the utility garment has been worn 1. A utility garment , comprising:a first layer and a second layer of a fabric;an infrared heater including a plurality of flexible heating elements, provided between the first layer and the second layer of the fabric;a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) provided between the first and the second layer of the fabric; anda plurality of sensors configured to determine a plurality of parameters pertaining to a body by which the utility garment has been worn.2. The utility garment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of sensors and the plurality of LEDs are connected through a plurality of conductors arranged in one or more predetermined patterns.3. The utility garment as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the plurality of conductors are woven in the fabric.4. The utility garment as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the plurality of conductors are flexible threads of an electrically conducting material and connecting terminals of the plurality of LEDs are pliable so as to allow the connecting terminals to form a loop around the passing plurality of conductors.5. The utility garment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of LEDs are provided on one or more of flexible Organic LED (OLED) and inorganic LED based films.6. The utility garment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of flexible heating elements are located in a plurality of respective grooves in the fabric and a predetermined amount of clearance has been provided in the plurality of grooves of the fabric claim 1 , to allow for the ...

Combination Treatments

A method of treating a subject in need thereof, is carried out by (a) administering said subject a therapeutic intervention (e.g., an active agent) in a treatment effective amount; and concurrently (b) administering said subject caloric vestibular stimulation in a treatment effective amount, said caloric vestibular stimulation administered so as to enhance the efficacy of said active agent. In some embodiments, the caloric vestibular stimulation is administered as an actively controlled time varying waveform.

BABY COMPRESS

A baby compress including: a strip sized to be wrapped around the abdomen of a baby; a pocket on said strip adapted to hold a liquid-soaked wipe, wherein the pocket has: an inner wall facing the baby and comprising mesh adapted to allow the liquid to permeate there through; and a back wall lined with impervious retention layer, adapted to reduce evaporation and leakage of the liquid through the back wall of the pocket; and a fastener for fastening said strip while it is wrapped around the abdomen of a baby. 1. A baby compress comprising:a strip sized to be wrapped around the abdomen of a baby; an inner wall facing the baby and comprising mesh adapted to allow the liquid to permeate there through; and', 'a back wall lined with impervious retention layer, adapted to reduce evaporation and leakage of the liquid through the back wall of the pocket; and, 'wherein said pocket has, 'a pocket on said strip adapted to hold a liquid-soaked wipe,'}a fastener for fastening said strip while it is wrapped around the abdomen of a baby.2. The baby compress of further comprising a cover having an opening claim 1 , wherein said cover is sized to fit into said pocket claim 1 , and said wipe is sized to fit into said cover.3. The baby compress of wherein said liquid comprises alcohol.4. The baby compress of wherein said liquid further comprises fragrance.5. The baby compress of wherein said fragrance comprises aromatic oil.6. The baby compress of wherein said liquid further comprises medication.7. The baby compress of wherein said fastener comprises VELCRO hooks.8. The baby compress of wherein said strip is made of cloth.9. The baby compress of wherein said strip is made of elastic material claim 8 , such as silicon.10. The baby compress of wherein the inner layer further comprises an insulation layer.11. The baby compress of wherein said insulation layer is made of cotton wool.12. The baby compress of claim 1 , comprising a wipe sized for insertion in said pocket.13. The baby compress ...

Therapeutic eye mask system

A therapeutic mask for treatment of the eyes, including an eye coverage portion for application to the eye, a receiver in the eye coverage portion positioned to align with the eye, and at least one pod for detachably securing within the receiver. The pod includes material for delivering thermal, moisture and/or medication therapy and treatment to the eye.

Cooling Sheet

A cooling sheet is provided. The cooling sheet according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a moisture storage layer which stores therein moisture, an absorbing layer which is fused to one surface of the moisture storage layer to absorb the moisture and is applied with microcapsules containing a functional material, and a water repellent layer which is fused to the other surface of the moisture storage layer to be in contact with skin, prevents the moisture from escaping and absorbs air from outside. Accordingly, it is possible to provide a cooling sensation using heat of evaporation when in contact with skin while preventing moisture from escaping to the outside along seam lines. 1. A cooling sheet comprising:a moisture storage layer which stores therein moisture;an absorbing layer which is fused to one surface of the moisture storage layer to absorb the moisture and is applied with microcapsules containing a functional material; anda water repellent layer which is fused to the other surface of the moisture storage layer to be in contact with skin, prevents the moisture from escaping and absorbs air from outside.2. The cooling sheet of claim 1 , wherein the moisture storage layer is formed by vertically stacking a plurality of fiber blocks spaced apart from each other wherein the fiber blocks are formed by polymer-bonding super absorbent fiber powders.3. The cooling sheet of claim 1 , further comprising:a first hot-melt layer interposed and thermal fused between the moisture storage layer and the absorbing layer; anda second hot-melt layer interposed and thermal fused between the moisture storage layer and the water repellent layer.4. The cooling sheet of claim 1 , wherein the water repellent layer allows heat of the skin to be exhausted through heat radiating grooves on one surface thereof which are not in contact with the skin.5. The cooling sheet of claim 2 , wherein the moisture storage layer includesa first moisture storage layer formed by a ...

Devices configured to provide treatment at an abreu brain thermal tunnel

Provided are devices for therapeutic interaction with an Abreu brain thermal tunnel (ABTT) terminus. Such devices are configured to provide one or more drugs to an ABTT terminus, and may provide heat to or remove heat from the ABTT terminus while providing the one or more drugs.

COOLING GARMENTS, WARMING GARMENTS, AND RELATED METHODS

The present disclosure generally relates to intelligent garments that provide thermal regulation in a variety of environments. The garments may include different layers such as a hydrophobic layer in direct contact with a wearer's skin surface and saturated with an aqueous mixture, a spacer layer, a reflective layer, and an outer hydrophobic layer. The layers of the garment may work together to reduce the metabolic expenditure of the wearer in extreme environmental conditions or during demanding physical activity. A variety of sensors may be displaced throughout the garments so as to enable the collection of data associated with wearers as well as environmental conditions. Wearers may control the thermal balance and other properties of the garments as desired. 1. A method comprising:receiving, from a first sensor comprised in a garment, data associated with a wearer of the garment;receiving, from a second sensor comprised in the garment, data associated with an ambient environment external to the garment;transmitting, from the first and second sensors and to a communication unit comprised in a data center, the data associated with the wearer and the ambient environment, respectively;determining, using a computing device processor comprised in the data center, an adjustment to be made to the garment based on an analysis of the data associated with the wearer and the ambient environment;transmitting, using a communication unit comprised in the data center, instructions for adjusting the garment to a user device associated with the garment; andadjusting the garment based on the instructions.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein adjusting the garment comprises at least one of:removing the garment from the wearer for a predetermined amount of time;disposing the garment on the wearer for a predetermined amount of time;decreasing a metabolic expenditure of the wearer;modifying a permeability of the garment; anddispensing an amount of aqueous mixture into the garment.3. The ...

FOOT WARMING ASSEMBLY

A foot warming assembly to receive and heat a person's feet has a housing that consists of a bottom wall and a perimeter wall. The perimeter wall is attached to the bottom wall and extends upwards to define an upper edge. A dividing wall is attached to the perimeter wall between the bottom wall and the upper edge and divides the area inside the housing into a compartment below and an upper portion above the dividing wall. A heating element is positioned within the compartment. A controller is electrically coupled to the heating element to turn the heating element on or off. A power supply is in electrical communication with the controller and the heating element to supply electrical power to the heating element. When the controller is turned on, the heating element warms the sand in the upper portion and the sand warms a person's feet. 1. A foot warming assembly configured for receiving and heating a person's feet , said foot warming assembly comprising:a housing having a bottom wall and a perimeter wall being attached to said bottom wall and extending upwardly therefrom, said perimeter wall having an upper edge defining an opening into said housing;a dividing wall being attached to said perimeter wall and being spaced from said bottom wall and said upper edge to define a compartment between said bottom housing and said dividing wall and an upper portion between said dividing wall and said upper edge of said housing, said upper portion being configured to receive sand;a heating element being positioned within said compartment and being between said bottom wall and said dividing wall;a controller being mounted on said housing and being electrically coupled to said heating element, said controller being set to an on position to turn on said heating element or an off position to turn off said heating element;a power supply being in electrical communication with said controller and said heating element to supply electrical power to said heating element when said ...

Heating tool

Provided is a heating tool which is capable of providing less cool feeling at the time of attaching to the skin, warming the skin effectively and supplying oil effectively to the skin, as well as providing less cool feeling after peeling from the skin and providing a high warming effect even after use. This heating tool is a heating tool including an adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive layer has a specific heat of less than 3 J/g·K at 20° C., the adhesive layer includes a base and oil with a specific heat of less than 3 J/g·K at 20° C. and a boiling point of 100° C. or higher at 1 atmospheric pressure, and the oil is contained in an amount of 30 to 90 wt % in the adhesive layer.

WOUND AND THERAPY COMPRESS AND DRESSING

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 hydrophilic zeolite, and the moisture is delivered from the hydrophilic zeolite through the fluid permeable shell to the treated body portion. 1. A moist heat wrap for delivery of moist heat therapy to a treated body part of a human body , the moist heat wrap comprising:a flexible backing;a shell forming a contact surface for application to the treated body part, the shell being attached to the backing to form at least one enclosure between the backing and the shell; anda plurality of solid, individual hydrophilic zeolite fill granules distributed within said at least one enclosure;wherein the fill granules are configured to absorb moisture and remain solid, individual granules; andwherein the fill granules comprise hydrophilic zeolite.2. The moist heat wrap of claim 1 , wherein the fill granules consist essentially of hydrophilic zeolite.3. The moist heat wrap of claim 1 , wherein the at least one enclosure is configured to be placed against and conform to the treated body part for delivery of moist heat from the solid claim 1 , individual hydrophilic zeolite fill granules through the shell to the treated body part.4. The moist heat wrap of claim 1 , comprising a plurality of filled enclosures claim 1 , each defining an elongate channel and extending generally parallel to one another.5. The moist heat wrap of claim 1 , further comprising at least one attachment fastening strap comprising a hook-and-loop fastener material for securing the moist heat wrap in place wrapped about the treated body part.6. The moist heat wrap of claim 1 , wherein at least a ...

Smart monotoring and self-heating mutli-layer belly band for soothing infants

A self-heating belly band for wrapping around an infant is provided. The belly band includes a multi-layer fabric construction that captures the infant's body heat and then reuses it to warm the infant's stomach and internal organs thereby providing the infant relief. The belly band also provides pressure on the infant's waist to provide the infant a cuddling, soothing, and comfort feel. Hook and loop fastener strips on top and bottom layers of the belly band allow wrapping and tightness adjustment around the infant's stomach. The belly band also includes a plurality of monitoring system that allows medical monitoring of the baby's vital signs. The monitoring system uses ultrasonic sound or infrared light to alert a user when the baby's vital sign increases or decrease from a preselected threshold. The monitor, along with sensors is used to measure blood pressure, heartbeat, temperature, oxygen level, as well as movement. Connected to a mobile phone through an API and a hub, the caregiver is alerted as soon as an emergency occurs or when any of the preselected parameters are exceeded. The mobile API also allows the use to configure settings and receive baby's vitals on demand.

Combination Treatments

A method of treating a subject in need thereof, is carried out by (a) administering said subject a therapeutic intervention (e.g., an active agent) in a treatment effective amount; and concurrently (b) administering said subject caloric vestibular stimulation in a treatment effective amount, said caloric vestibular stimulation administered so as to enhance the efficacy of said active agent. In some embodiments, the caloric vestibular stimulation is administered as an actively controlled time varying waveform. 1. A method of treating a subject afflicted with Parkinson's disease and in need of treatment thereof , comprising:(a) administering said subject an active agent in a treatment effective amount; and concurrently(b) administering said subject caloric vestibular stimulation in a treatment effective amount, said caloric vestibular stimulation administered so as to enhance the efficacy of said active agent, wherein said caloric vestibular stimulation is administered as an actively controlled time varying waveform and the subject is afflicted with Parkinson's disease.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said active agent is administered orally.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said active agent is selected from the group consisting of: levodopa claim 1 , carbidopa claim 1 , amantadine claim 1 , pramipexole claim 1 , ropinirole claim 1 , pergolide claim 1 , cabergoline claim 1 , apomorphine claim 1 , bromocriptine claim 1 , MAOB inhibitors claim 1 , COMT inhibitors claim 1 , alpha-2 inhibitors claim 1 , anticholinergics claim 1 , dopamine reuptake inhibitors claim 1 , NMDA antagonists claim 1 , Nicotine agonists claim 1 , Dopamine agonists claim 1 , and inhibitors of neuronal nitric oxide synthase claim 1 , and equivalents and pharmaceutically active isomer(s) and metabolite(s) thereof.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein said active agent is a MAOB inhibitor selected from the group consisting of: selegine and rasagiline.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein said active ...

SELF-ADHERING THERAPY PACK

A therapy pack system provides a reusable self-adhering therapy pack to skin. The therapy pack may be for example, an ice pack, heat pack or hot and cold pack. A sticky polymer gel is mounted onto a polymer casing of the therapy pack. The polymer gel is re-usable to attach the therapy pack to a user's skin at the site needing therapy. The polymer gel also buffers the skin from heat or freezer burn associated with applying a hot/cold pack to skin for an extended period. A chloride based compound may be added to the polymer gel to prevent the gel from freezing. In some embodiments, a non-woven fabric patch may support the polymer gel adhesive providing an additional layer of protection to the skin while simultaneously allowing the gel to self-adhere the therapy pack to the user. 1. A self-adhering therapy pack system , comprising:a hot/cold therapy pack comprising a gel housed in a corona treated polymer casing adapted for use in hot or cold type therapy, wherein the gel is configured to be frozen for cold therapy applications and heated for heat therapy applications;a first layer of acrylate adhesive, wherein a first side of the first layer of acrylate adhesive is coupled to an exterior surface of the polymer casing;a layer of polyester rigidizer non-woven fabric, wherein a first side of the layer of polyester rigidizer non-woven fabric is attached to a second side of the first layer of acrylate adhesive;a second layer of acrylate adhesive positioned on a second side of the layer of polyester rigidizer non-woven fabric, wherein the layer of polyester rigidizer non-woven fabric is positioned between the first layer of acrylate adhesive and the second layer of acrylate adhesive;a 51-55 mil think layer of tacky adhesive hydrogel attached to a skin facing side of the second layer of acrylate adhesive and positioned for direct contact with skin of a user, wherein:the layer of adhesive hydrogel is positioned under the gel housed in the polymer casing and between the ...

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED THERAPEUTIC PLUSH TOY ASSEMBLY

A temperature controlled therapeutic plush toy assembly is disclosed. The plush toy has a body, a thermal block contained within the body, and temperature retaining materials contained within the body. The thermal block can hold either hot or cold temperatures. The temperature of the thermal block can be modified by either placing the plush toy in the microwave or placing the plush toy in the freezer. The temperature retaining materials provide insulation to the thermal block and disperse the modified temperature of the thermal block throughout the body of the plush toy. The plush toy also has interchangeable temperature controlling garments. A heating garment is capable to heating the temperature of the body of the plush toy and a cooling garment is capable of cooling the temperature of the body of the plush toy. 1. A plush toy assembly for providing warming and cooling effects for a user comprising: a body;', 'at least one thermal block contained within the body, the thermal block being capable of holding a cold temperature and also capable of holding a hot temperature;', 'temperature retaining materials contained within the body, wherein the temperature retaining materials surround the thermal block and fill the body,', 'wherein the temperature retaining materials insulate the thermal block and maintain a modified temperature of the thermal block while also dispersing the modified temperature of the thermal block throughout the body., 'a plush toy, the plush toy comprising2. The plush toy assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body of the plush toy further comprises:an outer fabric layer;an inner foil layer; anda middle foam insulation layer positioned between the outer fabric layer and the inner foil layer.3. The plush toy assembly of claim 2 , wherein the body of the plush toy further comprises a pocket claim 2 , the pocket comprising:an opening formed on the outer fabric layer of the body;a bag coupled to the opening and extending into the body of the plush toy; ...

COOLING PACK FOR HEAD PROTECTOR

Disclosed is a cooling pack for a head including an outer cover fixed at an inside of the head protector. The outer cover adheres to a top of a human body, a refrigerant is embedded in the outer cover, and a plurality of fixers are coupled to the outer cover. The fixers are attachable to or detachable from the head protector, and the refrigerant is formed of a polyester polymer powder. 1. A cooling pack for a head protector comprising:an outer cover fixed at an inside of the head protector, the outer cover adhering to a top of a human body;a refrigerant embedded in the outer cover; anda plurality of fixers coupled to the outer cover, the fixers being attachable to or detachable from the head protector,wherein the refrigerant is formed of a polyester polymer powder.2. The cooling pack for the head protector according to claim 1 , wherein the outer cover is formed of nylon or a mixture of nylon and polyurethane in a ratio 9:1.3. The cooling pack for the head protector according to claim 1 , wherein the fixers include at least one selected from Velcro claim 1 , a button claim 1 , a zipper claim 1 , a press button claim 1 , a strap claim 1 , a rubber band claim 1 , or a cable tie.4. The cooling pack for the head protector according to claim 1 , wherein the cooling pack has at least one shape selected from a disc shape claim 1 , a ring shape claim 1 , a tetragonal shape claim 1 , a triangular shape claim 1 , a hexagonal shape claim 1 , an octagonal shape claim 1 , and a dome shape. This application claims the priority benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2016-0061225, filed on May 19, 2016 in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to a cooling pack for a head protector, more particularly, to a cooling pack for a head protector in which a cooling pack in a water-absorbed state is coupled to the head protector to adhere to a top of a head, thereby preventing temperature rise ...

Pressure relief device for ears

The pressure relief device for ears includes first and second ear assemblies, corresponding to first and second ears of a user, and a resilient headband. Each of the first and second ear assemblies includes a hollow vapor chamber, an earpiece, a container and an absorbent pad. The hollow vapor chamber includes an upper portion and an open lower portion. An open internal channel is formed through the hollow vapor chamber. The earpiece has an opening formed therethrough and is adapted for engaging the corresponding ear of the user. The earpiece is secured to the upper portion of the hollow vapor chamber, and the opening is in open fluid communication with the open internal channel. The container is releasably secured to the open lower portion of the hollow vapor chamber and is in open fluid communication with the open internal channel. The absorbent pad is removably received in the container.

Body temperature adjustment sheet

Provided is a body temperature adjustment sheet having a structure suitable for cooling or warming the underarm. A body temperature adjustment sheet is a cooling sheet for cooling the underarm of a person. The body temperature adjustment sheet has an opening and has an annular shape. The opening is an opening through which the arm of a person is passed. The body temperature adjustment sheet is fixed to the underarm with the arm passing through the opening and cools the underarm.

FAUX-STONE APPARATUS AND PROCESSES OF USING THE SAME FOR PERSONAL TREATMENT

A thermal-treatment process including providing at least one faux-stone apparatus, such as in a pre-packaged kit. The process in some implementations includes providing a faux-stone usage instruction, such as on kit packaging or with the faux-stone apparatus(es) within the packaging. The process includes heating or cooling the faux-stone apparatus, yielding a thermally-effected faux-stone apparatus. The process also includes applying at least one thermally-effected faux-stone apparatus to a user. Each apparatus includes a natural granular filler comprising a multiplicity of natural granules configured to (i) retain heat received by conduction or radiation and by radiation and/or conduction transfer the heat to a user and (ii) be cooled and receive heat from the user body. Each apparatus includes a natural cover sized and shaped to fit in its entirety within a user hand, is generally round, oval or irregularly shaped to look like a real stone, and encases the granular filler. 1. A faux-stone apparatus , for providing a thermal-body treatment , comprising: (i) the granules are configured to, during operation of the faux-stone apparatus, receive heat input to the apparatus by conduction or radiation, retain heat received and, when positioned adjacent a portion of a user body after being heated, by radiation and conduction transfer heat to the user body to heat the body portion; and', '(ii) the granules are configured to, during operation of the faux-stone apparatus, cool when exposed to a lower-temperature environment by transferring heat to the environment and, when the apparatus is positioned adjacent the user body after being cooled, receive heat from the user body thereby cooling the body portion; and, 'a natural granular filler comprising a multiplicity of natural granules, wherein (a) is sized and shaped to fit in its entirety within an open hand of the user;', '(b) is generally round, oval or irregularly shaped to look like a real stone; and', '(c) fully encases ...

COOLING GARMENTS, WARMING GARMENTS, AND RELATED METHODS

The present disclosure generally relates to intelligent garments that provide thermal regulation in a variety of environments. The garments may include different layers such as a hydrophobic layer in direct contact with a wearer's skin surface and saturated with an aqueous mixture, a spacer layer, a reflective layer, and an outer hydrophobic layer. The layers of the garment may work together to reduce the metabolic expenditure of the wearer in extreme environmental conditions or during demanding physical activity. A variety of sensors may be displaced throughout the garments so as to enable the collection of data associated with wearers as well as environmental conditions. Wearers may control the thermal balance and other properties of the garments as desired. 1. A garment comprising:a basal layer in direct contact with a skin surface of a wearer, wherein the basal layer is substantially saturated with an aqueous mixture;a permeable spacer layer disposed on and in direct contact with an outer surface of the basal layer;a reflective layer disposed on an outer surface of the spacer layer, wherein the reflective layer is configured to modulate the thermal permeability of the garment; anda hydrophobic layer disposed on an outer surface of the reflective layer.2. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous mixture comprises water and alcohol claim 1 , wherein the alcohol is at least one of ethanol claim 1 , propanol claim 1 , and isopropanol.3. The garment of claim 2 , wherein the alcohol comprises at least approximately 5% and no more than approximately 50% of the aqueous mixture by volume.4. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the basal layer is saturated with the aqueous mixture by at least one of surface fiber adsorption claim 1 , core fiber imbibition claim 1 , soaking claim 1 , wetting claim 1 , submersion claim 1 , and electrostatic deposition.5. The garment of claim 1 , further comprising:a sensor disposed within one or more the garment layers, wherein the sensor ...

Steam Therapy Equipment for Good Health and Wellness

A steam therapy equipment including a vessel for heating a mixture of water and organic materials, a compressor to inject pressurized air into the vessel producing pressurized steam. The pressurized steam is conducted into the equipment via one or more valves. The therapy equipment is formed from at least one panel and may include a supporting frame. The therapy equipment includes a temperature sensor to measure the temperature inside the therapy equipment when pressurized steam is admitted via the valves. A patient enters the equipment and is exposed to the pressurized steam, causing dilation of the skin pores of the patient, whereby toxins are removed from the patient. One or more applicators may conduct pressurized steam to specific portions of the body of the patient. The patient may be provided with a portion of the mixture to consume as part of the steam therapy treatment. 111.-. (canceled)12. A system for steam therapy , comprising:a steam generator;a compressor in fluid communication with the steam generator; anda steam therapy equipment in fluid communication via a first valve with the steam generator and the compressor.13. The system of claim 12 , further comprising at least one of:a) at least one wall, wherein the at least one wall is supported by a frame.b) a door;c) a temperature control system;d) a communications system; ande) a drain.14. The system of claim 12 , further comprising at least one steam applicator in fluid communication with the steam generator and the compressor via a flexible adapter.15. The system of claim 14 , wherein the at least one steam applicator includes one or more contours to sealingly engage at least a portion of the outer surface of a human body.16. The system of claim 15 , wherein the at least one steam applicator includes a plurality of vent holes.1720.-. (canceled)21. The system of claim 16 , wherein the at least one steam applicator includes a strap operative to secure the at least one steam applicator to the portion of ...

Steam Therapy Equipment for Good Health and Wellness

A steam therapy equipment including a vessel for heating a mixture of water and organic materials, a compressor to inject pressurized air into the vessel producing pressurized steam. The pressurized steam is conducted into the equipment via one or more valves. The therapy equipment is formed from at least one panel and may include a supporting frame. The therapy equipment includes a temperature sensor to measure the temperature inside the therapy equipment when pressurized steam is admitted via the valves. A patient enters the equipment and is exposed to the pressurized steam, causing dilation of the skin pores of the patient, whereby toxins are removed from the patient. One or more applicators may conduct pressurized steam to specific portions of the body of the patient. The patient may be provided with a portion of the mixture to consume as part of the steam therapy treatment. 116.-. (canceled)17. A method for applying steam to a human body comprising:placing at least one organic plant part in a vessel;adding water to the vessel;mixing the at least one organic plant part with the water to form a mixture;heating the mixture to produce steam;forcing air into the vessel via a compressor to pressurize the steam;piping the pressurized steam into a steam therapy equipment, wherein the steam therapy equipment comprises at least one steam applicator; andexposing the human to the pressurized steam via the at least one steam applicator.18. The method of claim 17 , further comprising:attaching the at least one steam applicator to the steam therapy equipment via a flexible adapter to reduce the pressurized steam;placing the at least one steam applicator in contact with a portion of the body of the human; andconcentrating the pressurized steam on the portion of the body via the at least one steam applicator for a predetermined period of time.19. The method of claim 17 , further comprising providing the human with the mixture to be drunk by the human.20. The method of claim 18 ...

SKIN AND TISSUE PROTECTION DEVICE FOR AESTHETICS TREATMENTS WITH COLD TEMPERATURES

It comprises at least one first layer (), at least one second layer () on said first layer () and joined to it (), defining inner surfaces () between both layers which form at least one housing (), with both layers () being porous and absorbent, and at least one cold conducting anti-freezing gel (), spread in housing (), all over inner surfaces (), with a freezing point below −12° C., and with a viscosity of between 2000 and 90000 cPs at 21° C., which is enough to pass through the pores in layers () and come out of housing (), characterized in that it comprises a reinforcement () in at least one of its layers () such as a stiffening structure. 21002. A device claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that the reinforcement () is placed in second layer ().3100121114. A device claim 1 , according to or claim 1 , characterized in that the reinforcement () joins the first layer () to second layer () defining cells () inside which anti-freezing gel () is housed.4100. A device claim 3 , according to claim 3 , characterized in that the reinforcement () has been sewn claim 3 , heat welded or glued.512. A device claim 3 , according to claim 3 , characterized in that the first layer () and the second layer () are the same size.612. A device claim 3 , according to claim 3 , characterized in that the first layer () and the second layer () have a different size.712. A device claim 3 , according to or claim 3 , characterized in that the material of layers ( claim 3 , ) is cellulose.8. A device claim 7 , according to claim 7 , characterized in that the weight of the cellulose is between 10 and 200 g/cm3.912. A device claim 8 , according to claim 8 , characterized in that layers ( claim 8 , ) have a different weight.1012. A device claim 8 , according to claim 8 , characterized in that layers ( claim 8 , ) have the same weight.1112. A device claim 8 , according to or claim 8 , characterized in that the material of layers ( claim 8 ,) is paper.1212. A device claim 8 , ...

Temperature controlled facial mask with area-specific treatments

A temperature controlled cosmetic treatment facial mask with area-specific treatments of the present invention includes a substantially planar mask body which is formed with cut-outs for a person's eyes, nose, and mouth. The mask may include a number of large and small area treatment zones in combination with asymmetrical treatment zones suitable for treatment of specific and localized skin conditions. The treatments zones are coated with skin treatments, such as compounds, lotions, gels, and the like as are known in the facial treatment, cosmetics, spa and medical industry. The mask may include a self-heating or cooling substrate to provide temperature control to the face mask and each mask may include heating areas, cooling areas, or both. A system is also provided that includes an imaging device that feeds its output to a central computer system having an image analyzer, CPU, memory and Look Up Table, and face map for determining specific treatment requirements for the particular patient. An output from the central computer system is provided to a treatment deposition device which deposits various treatments onto an intermediate membrane layer to generate a custom temperature controlled facial mask with area-specific treatments for that particular patient.

System and method for doubled use of patient temperature control catheter

An apparatus for exchanging heat in a patient has a first elongated heat exchange catheter carrying circulating working fluid to and from a heat exchange system and a second elongated heat exchange catheter carrying circulating working fluid to and from the heat exchange system. The apparatus has a connector supporting proximal portions of both catheters while distal portions of the catheters are disposed inside a patient's vasculature to exchange heat with the patient.

解剖结构靶向压缩服装

一种服装制品适于贴着皮肤穿，并且包括至少一个镶嵌片，镶嵌片适于提供身体中具体表面静脉总长度至少20％的靶向压缩，或者适于提供具体静脉丛、具体淋巴丛、引流丛或者淋巴管集合至少20％的靶向压缩。该服装适用于在人或其它哺乳动物一段活动时间之后缩短恢复时间的方法和提高人或其它哺乳动物的成绩，特别是体育成绩的方法。也可以改进皮肤调节和辅助淋巴引流并且能用于治疗某些医学疾病。

一种穴位电动按摩贴

一种穴位电动按摩贴，包括支撑件、盖体和按摩器，盖体盖设于所述支撑件的第一表面并形成一收纳腔，所述第一盖体与所述支撑件相对的外表面用于贴涂药物；按摩器置于所述收纳腔内，所述按摩器在控制指令的控制下产生按摩动作、电针灸动作和发热动作中的一种或多种。用户可以将按摩贴通过自粘贴或胶布精确粘贴在人体的任意穴位上，使用方便，成本低；配合药物提高医药疗效，提高用户体验。

자체발열 보온필름 및 그로부터 제조되는 페이스 마스크와 아이 마스크

자체발열 보온필름은 적어도 3층 구조를 포함하며, 이는 밖에서 안으로 각각 통기성 재료로 구성되는 외층(1), 공기와의 접촉을 통해 발열하는 발열조성물(21)이 탑재되고 적어도 상기 외층(1)과 접촉하는 상부 커버면이 통기성 재료로 구성되는 발열층(2), 방수 보온성능을 갖는 재료로 구성되는 보온층(3)이다. 상기 자체발열 보온필름은 구조가 단순하고, 환경 자원의 제약을 받지 않으며, 외부 에너지 공급원으로부터 에너지를 공급받을 필요가 없어 안전하고, 안정적이며, 발열이 균일하여 발열 시간을 효과적으로 연장할 수 있고, 발열 피크 온도를 낮출 수 있다. 상기 자체발열 보온필름은 3D 페이스 마스크, 페이스 마스크 또는 아이 마스크로 제조될 수 있으며, 얼굴 부위의 피부에 사용되어 혈액순환을 개선하고, 피부 모공을 확대시켜 땀과 피지를 배출한다. 종래의 영양 페이스 마스크 또는 스킨케어 용품과 함께 사용 시, 종래의 페이스 마스크와 스킨케어 용품의 유효성분에 대한 피부 흡수를 높이고, 스킨케어 용품의 사용량을 감소시킴과 동시에, 스킨케어 효과를 증가시킬 수 있고, 사용이 안전하고 위생적이며, 원가가 저렴하다.

Customizable therapeutic article for applying heat to the body

A therapeutic delivery system that includes an appliance for selectively holding at least one therapeutic article in contact with at least a portion of a user's body. The therapeutic article may contain an exothermic compound that releases heat after selective activation by the user. The therapeutic article may be selectively located on the appliance by the user. The rate at which the exothermic composition reacts with a catalyst may be selectively controlled by the user. The appliance may be a garment that covers or encloses a portion of the user's body.

A kind of sha-syndrome scraping plate

本发明涉及医疗保健技术领域，特别公开一种刮痧板。该刮痧板包括本体、用于存储药液的药液存储腔以及用于加热药液的电加热装置；所述本体的一端设有刮痧刃、且与所述刮痧刃相对的另一端设有握持部；所述药液存储腔和电加热装置均设置于所述本体内部；所述刮痧刃的表面设有至少一个药液出口，其中，每个药液出口均与所述药液存储腔连通。该刮痧板具有灸疗和透皮给药功能，并能够在刮痧的同时通过药液润滑皮肤、使皮肤保持舒适的温度，有利于药物的吸收且刮痧效果好。

Functional Thermal Mattress Steamer

The present invention provides a functional thermal mattress steamer, in which a heating wire is embedded inside a mattress and an arcuate cover with a built-in heating wire is placed to prevent heat generated from the mattress and the cover from escaping, thus making it much warmer than an existing open electric mat, so that a cover made of multiple supports and a built-in electric heating wire is installed on one side of the electric heating mat with the cover usually left open, thereby emitting far-infrared rays beneficial to the human body while getting warm. The functional thermal mattress steamer according to the present invention has the effect of comfortably applying heat according to a desired temperature while a user is lying down, thereby saving much less electricity because the heat simultaneously generated from the mattress and the cover is stored inside for a long time, and contains minerals, oriental medicines or the like, which are good for health, thereby providing an advantage of being used as a steamer for strengthening health functions and recovering from fatigue.

Anatomically targeted compression clothing

이 의류는 피부에 접촉하여 착용되도록 구성되고, 신체의 특정의 표면 정맥의 총 길이의 20% 이상의 표적화 압박을 제공하도록 된, 또는 특정의 정맥총, 특정의 림프관총, 배액총 또는 림프관의 집적체의 20% 이상의 표적화 압박을 제공하도록 된 하나 이상의 패널을 포함한다. 이 의류는 활동 기간 후 인간 또는 다른 포유류의 회복 시간을 감소시키는 방법에서, 그리고 인간 또는 다른 포유류의 능력, 특히 스포츠 능력을 개선하는 방법에서 유용하다. 이것은 또한 피부의 컨디셔닝을 향상시킬 수 있고, 림프 배액을 도와주고, 특정의 의학적 상태의 처치에서 사용될 수 있다. This garment is configured to be worn in contact with the skin and is intended to provide targeted compression of at least 20% of the total length of a particular superficial vein of the body, or of a particular venous plexus, a specific lymphatic vascular plexus, a drainage plexus, or an aggregate of lymphatic vessels. Include one or more panels adapted to provide at least 20% targeting compression. This garment is useful in a method of reducing the recovery time of a human or other mammal after a period of activity, and in a method of improving the ability of a human or other mammal, especially sports ability. It can also improve skin conditioning, aids lymphatic drainage, and can be used in the treatment of certain medical conditions.

Method for producing paleorange-colored adhesive sheet and one touch-cataplasm and system therefor

본 발명은 인체의 환부에 붙이는 소염진통제, 즉, 습포제에 관한 것으로, 보다 상세하게는 인체의 색에 가까운 연주황(살색)을 밀착포에 전사날염하여 환부 부착시 미관을 자연스럽게 하는 한편, 여러단계를 거치지 않고 간단하게 환부에 부착시킬 수 있는 일체형 습포제의 제조방법에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to an anti-inflammatory analgesic agent, that is, a poultice agent, attached to the affected part of the human body. It relates to a method for producing an integrated poultice that can be easily attached to the affected part without going through. 습포제, 일체형 습포제, 밀착포, 약물층, 기초재, 태그테이프 Poultice agent, integral poultice agent, adhesive cloth, drug layer, base material, tag tape

One kind heating mask and preparation method thereof

本发明公开了一种发热面罩，包括面层、里层和发热体，面层和里层的形状与面部相配，发热体涂覆在面层和/或里层的内表面上，面层和里层的边缘连接，面层和/或里层透气，本发明还公开了一种发热面罩的制作方法，包括如下步骤：S1：制备与面部形状相配的面层和里层；S2：将铁粉、碳粉、水混合并充分搅拌均匀，制成发热体浆料；S3：在所述面层和/或所述里层上涂覆所述发热体浆料；S4：撒布卤素盐；S5：在所述发热体浆料表面撒布吸水粉料；S6：将所述面层和所述里层对齐，并连接所述面层和所述里层的边缘，得到发热面罩。本发明的发热面罩及其制作方法可减小发热面罩的厚度，且更便于发热面罩与面部贴合，提高热敷效果。

The heating pad of emitting far infrared rays and anions

본 발명은 음이온 및 원적외선 방사하는 발열팩에 관한 것이다. 상세하게는, 철분, 활성탄, 염류, 물, 흡습제, 규조토를 포함하는 발열물질; 원적외선 및 음이온을 방사하는 기능성물질; 내부에 수납할 수 있는 공간을 구비한 내피층; 상기 내피의 외측에 형성된 부직포층; 및 상기 부직포층의 외측에 형성된 통기성 필름층이 순차적으로 적층된 원적외선 및 음이온을 방사하는 발열팩으로서, 상기 기능성 물질은 토르말린을 비롯한 원적외선 및 음이온 방사물질 또는 한방효과를 포함하는 물질이고, 이에 더하여 발향층, 항균층 또는 분비물 흡수층을 더 포함할 수 있고, 나아가 외측의 일면에 접착층을 더 포함하는 것을 특징으로 하는 원적외선 및 음이온을 방사하는 발열팩이다.

Endothermic towel

本发明涉及一种吸热用毛巾，该吸热用毛巾与人体的水分结合而发生吸热反应从而消除热的感觉，并且在较短时间内使水分干燥而能够给使用者带来凉快感，本发明的与人体的水分结合而发生吸热反应从而消除热的感觉的吸热用毛巾构成为包括：毛巾体，其具备吸热功能；以及，多个贯通口，其设置于上述毛巾体而促进吸热功能，从而本发明能够促进吸热功能。

Hot and cold pack

본 고안은 U자형 띠(band) 모양의 찜질용 패드로서, 어느 방향으로 사용하는가에 따라 신체에 다른 형태로 밀착됨으로써 목, 어깨 등 다양한 부위의 냉 찜질 및 온 찜질에 모두 사용할 수 있는 냉온 찜질팩에 관한 것이다. 본 고안의 일 실시예는, U자형 띠(band) 모양의 상하외피가 겹쳐져 그 둘레 내부가 밀폐되도록 형성되는 외피부와, 상기 상하외피를 상기 띠(band)의 폭 방향으로 고정시키는 제1경계를 통하여 상기 외피부의 내부에 형성되는 다수 개의 충진부, 및 상기 충진부 내에 주입되는 충진재를 포함하는 냉온 찜질팩를 제공한다. 본 고안에 따르면 하나의 찜질 팩으로 뒷목과 뒷머리를 포함하는 부위 또는 어깨 부위에 대한 냉 찜질 및 온 찜질을 모두 할 수 있게 되는 효과가 있다. The present invention is a U-shaped band pad for padding, which is in close contact with the body depending on which direction it is used in. It is about. One embodiment of the present invention, the outer shell portion is formed so that the upper and lower outer shell of the U-shaped band (superficial) overlaps, and the first boundary for fixing the upper and lower outer shell in the width direction of the band (band) It provides a cold pack pack including a plurality of fillers formed in the outer shell portion, and a filler injected into the filler portion through. According to the present invention, there is an effect that it is possible to do both cold and warm compresses for the part including the back neck and the head or the shoulder part with one pack pack.

Preparation method of steam eye patch for eye relief

本发明属于眼罩技术领域，具体涉及一种眼部舒缓用蒸汽眼罩的制备方法。本发明眼部舒缓用蒸汽眼罩的制备方法包括以下步骤：先将艾草和密蒙花分别粉碎，超临界CO 2 萃取后得到混合粉末；然后将丝柏和缬草用乙醇浸泡过滤，减压浓缩至稀浸膏，真空干燥后得粗提物；再将决明子和石斛分别粉碎并与混合粉末和粗提物混匀，得到的蒸汽眼罩粉末分装至无纺布袋，封袋，压制定型，得蒸汽眼罩药粉包；最后将精油喷洒于蒸汽眼罩药粉包的一侧上，蒸汽眼罩药粉包的另一侧与蒸汽眼罩发热装置固定连接而得。本发明按照上述制备方法得到的蒸汽眼罩能够缓解眼部压力，改善血液和淋巴的循环，可其使用率提高。

Patent RU2017106961A3

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2017 106 961 A (51) МПК A61F 7/03 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2017106961, 17.06.2015 (71) Заявитель(и): ХЭНДИ ТЕКНОЛОДЖИ (ЧЖУХАЙ) ЛТД. (CN) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: CN CN CN CN 201410382367.4; 201410382376.3; 201410381994.6; 201410382368.9 (72) Автор(ы): ХУАН Инло (CN), ЧЭНЬ Лэй (CN) (43) Дата публикации заявки: 10.09.2018 Бюл. № R U 06.08.2014 06.08.2014 06.08.2014 06.08.2014 25 (86) Заявка PCT: CN 2015/081597 (17.06.2015) (87) Публикация заявки PCT: R U Адрес для переписки: 123242, Москва, пл. Кудринская, д. 1, а/я 35, "Михайлюк, Сороколат и партнеры патентные поверенные" (54) САМОНАГРЕВАЮЩАЯСЯ ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИОННАЯ ПЛЕНКА И ИЗГОТОВЛЕННЫЕ ИЗ НЕЕ МАСКА ДЛЯ ЛИЦА И МАСКА ДЛЯ ГЛАЗ (57) Формула изобретения 1. Самонагревающаяся теплоизоляционная пленка, имеющая структуру из по меньшей мере трех слоев, которые соответственно в направлении снаружи вовнутрь являются следующими: внешний слой, образованный из воздухопроницаемого материала; генерирующий тепло слой, заполненный генерирующей тепло композицией, которая генерирует тепло при контакте с воздухом, при этом по меньшей мере верхняя уплотняющая поверхность генерирующего тепло слоя, которая находится в контакте с внешним слоем, образована из воздухопроницаемого материала; и теплоизоляционный слой, образованный из материала, обладающего водонепроницаемыми и теплоизоляционными свойствами; при этом теплоизоляционный слой представляет собой пленку с металлическим покрытием, выполненную из металла и полиэтилентерефталата, ориентированного полипропилена, нейлона, полиэтилена, или неориентированную полипропиленовую пленку. 2. Теплоизоляционная пленка по п. 1, отличающаяся тем, что теплоизоляционный Стр.: 1 A 2 0 1 7 1 0 6 9 6 1 A WO 2016/019762 (11.02.2016) 2 0 1 7 1 0 6 9 6 1 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 06.03.2017 A 2 0 1 7 1 0 6 9 6 1 A R U 2 0 1 7 1 0 6 9 6 ...

Treatment of obstructive disorders of the eye or eyelid

In accordance with certain illustrative embodiments, methods and apparatuses of treating obstructive disorders of the structure of an eye or eyelid are disclosed. The treating may involve applying heat to the structure containing the obstructive disorder to melt an obstruction in the structure and place the obstruction in a melted state. The heat may be maintained for a time period to melt the obstruction and place the obstruction in the melted state. The structure may be treated by expressing the melted obstruction from the structure. The treating may be carried out either during the time period or after the time period when heat is applied but while the obstruction is in the melted state. In certain embodiments, the method further involves subsequently treating the structure by use of a pharmacological agent. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this abstract.

Method of delivering a skin benefit

A method of providing a skin benefit to the skin including the use of a skin care active and a portable moist heat delivery system comprising: a water vapor generating portion comprising a water vapor source and a heat source; and a water vapor-air regulating portion located at a skin-facing side of the water vapor generating portion, the water vapor-air regulating portion comprising a water vapor-air mixing layer, a water vapor-air distribution layer, a latent heat delivery surface, and optionally a skin contact layer, where the water vapor generating portion and the water vapor-air regulating portion are in fluid communication is disclosed.

Method of delivering a skin benefit

A method of providing a skin benefit to the skin including the use of a skin care active and a portable moist heat delivery system comprising: a water vapor generating portion comprising a water vapor source and a heat source; and a water vapor-air regulating portion located at a skin-facing side of the water vapor generating portion, the water vapor-air regulating portion comprising a water vapor-air mixing layer, a water vapor-air distribution layer, a latent heat delivery surface, and optionally a skin contact layer, where the water vapor generating portion and the water vapor-air regulating portion are in fluid communication is disclosed.

Multifunctional pad

본 발명은 다기능 패드에 관한 것으로, 더욱 상세하게는 얇은 코튼망사발열장치와 저주파자극기가 구비되어 있는 패드를 신체에 부착하여 사용자에게 다양한 건강 증진 수단을 제공할 수 있는 패드에 관한 것이다. 건강 증진 수단을 제공하는 패드에 있어서, 상기 패드의 내부에 위치하여 전극사를 통해 소정의 전원을 인가받으면 섬유사로 직조 되어 있는 면상발열체에서 열이 발생하는 코튼망사발열판과 상기 코튼망사발열판의 일측면에 위치하여 저주파신호를 발생시켜 인체에 소정의 자극을 가하는 저주파자극기와 상기 코튼망사발열판과 저주파자극기에서 발생된 열과 저주파신호를 신체에 적용하기 위해 신체와 접촉을 이루는 접촉외피를 포함하여 구성되고, 상기 코튼망사발열판의 온도와 저주파자극기의 저주파신호를 사용자에 맞게 제어할 수 있도록 조절기를 더 추가할 수 있다. 또한, 상기 코튼망사발열판은 카본코팅처리된 발열섬유가 교차적으로 직조 되어 코튼망사발열판을 전체적으로 감싸며 소정의 전원이 인가되면 열과 원적외선을 방사하도록 되어있는 카본코팅발열섬유와 상기 카본코팅발열섬유에 전류를 원활히 공급하기 위해서 전원부의 전선으로부터 연장되어 코튼망사발열판을 횡단하여 설치되며, 전기가 흐르면 카본코팅발열섬유에 전체적으로 인가된 전원을 전달하는 전극사를 포함하여 이루어지며, 또한 상기 접촉외피는 한방조성물이나 발향물질이나 황토를 첨가할 수 있는 직물 또는 합성수지로 이루어져, 외부로 향기를 발산하 고 사용자의 심신을 유익하게 하는 것을 특징으로 하며, 컴퓨터의 사용이나 자동차에서와 같이 협소한 공간에서 사용하는 건강 보조장치인 만큼 작업자가 컴퓨터의 USB포트나 자동차 시가잭을 통한 소정의 전원을 인가하여 사용자가 컴퓨터나 자동차 등 작업 현장에서 바로 이를 이용하여 하여 컴퓨터 사용자 건강을 증진할 수 있는 방안을 개시한다. 발열패드, 저주파자극, 카본코팅발열섬유, 패드

Heating knee pad appliance with heat therapy

The present invention relates to a fomentation pad capable of applying heat to a human body's body part such as a knee. The fomentation pad comprises: a pressing part wrapping the entire knee and having an attachment space formed at the center thereof; a fixing means provided on the pressing part and allowing precise fixing while wrapping the entire knee of the human body; a fomentation part inserted into the attachment space of the pressing part, wrapping the entire knee of the human body, and continuously performing fomentation through high-temperature heat; and an adjustment part installed to be linked with the fomentation part and adjusting a high temperature. According to the present invention, the fomentation pad can exhibit precise fixing force while worn around the knee and can be usable even when moving the position of use such as a calf and a thigh. In addition, during in use of the fomentation pad, a large amount of beneficial far-infrared heat is transferred to the deep part of the human body through secondary heat generated by heating thermal ceramics and mugwort pad padded on the pad device so that blood circulation in a body part that is cooled can be greatly improved. Accordingly, the fomentation pad can greatly help in relieving and regenerating bones and muscles around the knee, and the like, can provide benefit to the recovery of the knee health of a growing number of aging population, and can be very useful for relieving accumulated knee fatigue of users regardless of age or gender.

Alternative pad for using ultrasound therapy and thermotherapy

본 고안은, 온열 및 초음파 물리치료에 사용되는 공용패드에 관한 것으로, 특히, 상기 제어부(500)에 접속된 발열회로(200)를 내부에 장착한 온열패드(100)와, 상기 제어부(500)에 접속되고 상기 온열패드(100)의 일측 중앙에 초음파를 발생시키는 초음파 혼(300)과 일체로 형성되고, 상기 온열패드(100) 양측으로 벨크로(400)가 형성되어 상기 초음파 혼(300)과 상기 온열패드(100)의 발열회로(200)에 접속되고, 상기 초음파 혼(300)에서 발생되는 초음파 및 상기 온열패드(100)로부터 발생되는 열 에너지를 제어하는 것을 특징으로 하며, 이러한 본 고안은 동시에 여러 부위의 시술이 가능할 뿐만 아니라, 초음파 물리 치료를 시술하는 동안에 시술자가 필요없는 사용의 간편함을 제공하는 뛰어난 효과가 있다. 또한, 온열 기능 및 초음파 물리치료 기능을 시술하기 위해 장치를 변경해야하는 번거러움이 없을 뿐만 아니라, 상기의 두 기능을 병행 또는 단독 시술할 수 있는 뛰어난 또 따른 효과가 있다. The present invention relates to a common pad used for heat and ultrasound physiotherapy, and in particular, a heating pad (100) having a heating circuit (200) connected to the control unit (500) and the control unit (500) Is connected to and integrally formed with the ultrasonic horn 300 to generate an ultrasonic wave in the center of one side of the heating pad 100, Velcro 400 is formed on both sides of the heating pad 100 and the ultrasonic horn 300 It is connected to the heating circuit 200 of the thermal pad 100, characterized in that for controlling the ultrasonic energy generated in the ultrasonic horn 300 and the thermal energy generated from the thermal pad 100, this invention is Not only is it possible to perform multiple site treatments at the same time, it also has an excellent effect of providing ease of use without the need for an operator during ultrasound physiotherapy. In addition, there is no need to change the device in order to perform the heat function and the ultrasonic physiotherapy function, and there is an excellent other effect that can perform the above two functions in parallel or alone.

A kind of low-frequency current herbal fomentation massage plaster

本发明公开了一种低频电流中药热敷按摩贴，该按摩贴包含电源盒、中药盒以及按摩盘；电源盒包含外壳以及设置在外壳内的蓄电池、电机、控制器、脉冲发生器、加热器、温度传感器以及电路；中药盒为内部中空的圆柱形盒，中药盒的顶部与电源盒的底部通过螺纹连接；按摩盘设置在中药盒的底部。按摩盘包含一个圆形的中心盘以及均匀设置在中心盘外圆上的若干向外的花瓣形按摩瓣。按摩盘为硅胶吸盘结构。电源盒外壳上还设有充电接口以及控制按钮。充电接口为USB充电接口。控制按钮为旋转按钮，其包含加热旋转按钮和震动旋转按钮。本发明提供的低频电流中药热敷按摩贴，小巧便捷，简单易用，能更好的祛寒湿、减轻疼痛、消除疲劳并且放松神经和肌肉。

Endothermic Towel

인체의 수분과 결합해 흡열 반응(endothermic reaction)을 일으켜 열감을 제거함과 동시에 수분을 빠른 시간 안에 건조시켜 사용자에게 차가움을 줄 수 있는 흡열용 타월에 관한 것으로, 인체의 수분과 결합해 흡열 반응을 일으켜 열감을 제거하는 타월로서, 흡열 기능을 구비한 타월체 및 상기 타월체에 마련되어 흡열 기능을 촉진하는 다수의 관통구를 포함하는 구성을 마련하여, 흡열 기능을 촉진할 수 있다. The present invention relates to an endothermic towel which combines with water of a human body to cause an endothermic reaction to remove heat and at the same time to dry moisture in a short time to give a coolness to a user. As a towel for removing a heat sensation, a configuration including a towel body having a heat absorbing function and a plurality of through holes provided in the towel body to promote a heat absorbing function can be provided to promote the heat absorbing function.

A kind of cold compress patch suitable for the rehabilitation of basin bottom

本发明公布了一种适用于盆底康复的冷敷贴，同时公开了利用该冷敷贴能够缓解生物电刺激疗法进行盆底肌康复训练时产生的肌肉损伤。所述的冷敷贴主要包括膜液和膜纸，所述膜液包含以下质量百分数的成分:0.05%至0.5%的透明质酸，0.1%至0.5%的丙二醇，0.05%至0.5%的甘油，0.05%至0.5%的尿囊素，0.025%至0.5%的羟苯甲酯，0.1%至0.5%的卡波姆，0.1%至0.5%的pH调节剂，人参提取物3.5%至6.5%，当归提取物3.5%至6.5%，三七提取物3.5%至6.5%，冰片0.1%至0.5%及蓄冷剂。本发明能够降低局部组织温度，可以达到收缩局部血管，镇痛，减轻炎性肿胀等多种效果。

Controlled-release long-acting antipyretic patch and preparation method thereof

本发明属于退热贴技术领域，尤其涉及一种控释长效退热贴及其制备方法。本发明提供了一种控释长效退热贴，包括：依次设置的背衬层、水凝胶层和保护膜层；所述水凝胶层分散有微胶囊，所述微胶囊包裹有挥发性精油；所述微胶囊为亲水性壳聚糖纳米微胶囊。本发明中，退热贴的水凝胶层分散有微胶囊，微胶囊包裹有挥发性精油，可使挥发性精油慢慢挥发，延长了该退热贴退热效果的持续时间，微胶囊为亲水性壳聚糖纳米微胶囊，该退热贴使用时，患者体温越高，水凝胶层中的结合水转化为自由水的速度越快，使得亲水性壳聚糖纳米微胶囊中的挥发性精油释放得更快，进而使退热贴具备快速响应的温度敏感性。

Flexible composite material with phase change thermal storage

A highly flexible composite material having a flexible matrix containing a phase change thermal storage material. The composite material can be made to heat or cool the body or to act as a thermal buffer to protect the wearer from changing environmental conditions. The composite may also include an external thermal insulation layer and/or an internal thermal control layer to regulate the rate of heat exchange between the composite and the skin of the wearer. Other embodiments of the PCM composite also provide 1) a path for evaporation or direct absorption of perspiration from the skin of the wearer for improved comfort and thermal control, 2) heat conductive pathways within the material for thermal equalization, 3) surface treatments for improved absorption or rejection of heat by the material, and 4) means for quickly regenerating the thermal storage capacity for reuse of the material. Applications of the composite materials are also described which take advantage of the composite's thermal characteristics. The examples described include a diver's wet suit, ski boot liners, thermal socks, gloves and a face mask for cold weather activities, and a metabolic heating or cooling blanket useful for treating hypothermia or fever patients in a medical setting and therapeutic heating or cooling orthopedic joint supports.

Phase change thermal control materials, method and apparatus

An apparatus and method for metabolic cooling and insulation of a user in a cold environment. In its preferred embodiment the apparatus is a highly flexible composite material having a flexible matrix containing a phase change thermal storage material. The apparatus can be made to heat or cool the body or to act as a thermal buffer to protect the wearer from changing environmental conditions. The apparatus may also include an external thermal insulation layer and/or an internal thermal control layer to regulate the rate of heat exchange between the composite and the skin of the wearer. Other embodiments of the apparatus also provide 1) a path for evaporation or direct absorption of perspiration from the skin of the wearer for improved comfort and thermal control, 2) heat conductive pathways within the material for thermal equalization, 3) surface treatments for improved absorption or rejection of heat by the material, and 4) means for quickly regenerating the thermal storage capacity for reuse of the material. Applications of the composite materials are also described which take advantage of the composite's thermal characteristics. The examples described include a diver's wet suit, ski boot liners, thermal socks, gloves and a face mask for cold weather activities, and a metabolic heating or cooling blanket useful for treating hypothermia or fever patients in a medical setting and therapeutic heating or cooling orthopedic joint supports.

Multilayer composite material and method for evaporative cooling

A multilayer composite material and method for evaporative cooling of a person employs an evaporative cooling liquid that changes phase from a liquid to a gaseous state to absorb thermal energy. The evaporative cooling liquid is absorbed into a superabsorbent material enclosed within the multilayer composite material. The multilayer composite material has a high percentage of the evaporative cooling liquid in the matrix. The cooling effect can be sustained for an extended period of time because of the high percentage of phase change liquid that can be absorbed into the superabsorbent. Such a composite can be used for cooling febrile patients by evaporative cooling as the evaporative cooling liquid in the matrix changes from a liquid to a gaseous state to absorb thermal energy. The composite can be made with a perforated barrier material around the outside to regulate the evaporation rate of the phase change liquid. Alternatively, the composite can be made with an imperveous barrier material or semipermeable membrane on one side to prevent the liquid from contacting the person's skin. The evaporative cooling liquid in the matrix can be recharged by soaking the material in the liquid. The multilayer composite material can be fashioned into blankets, garments and other articles.