СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ ДЛЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКОЙ ОБРАБОТКИ И ВИЗУАЛИЗАЦИИ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике, а именно к средствам для ультразвуковой косметической обработки. Система для эстетической визуализации и обработки содержит ручной зонд, включающий первое управляющее устройство, обеспечивающее ультразвуковую визуализацию, второе управляющее устройство, обеспечивающее обработку ультразвуком, перемещающий механизм для направления обработки ультразвуком отдельных тепловых областей воздействия, и сменные преобразующие модули. Перемещающий механизм содержит магнитный соединитель, расположенный между ручным зондом и первым и вторым преобразующими модулями. Способ выполнения косметической процедуры на субъекте осуществляют с использованием системы для эстетической визуализации и обработки. Способ выполнения косметической обработки проводят системой для косметической обработки, содержащей управляющее устройство для управления функцией обработки ультразвуком, и ручной зонд, выполненный с возможностью направления обработки ультразвуком посредством обеспечения ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ГЕНЕРАЦИИ ТЕРАПЕВТИЧЕСКОГО УЛЬТРАЗВУКА И РУЧНОЙ БЛОК ДЛЯ УЛЬТРАЗВУКОВОЙ ТЕРАПИИ, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩИЙ В СЕБЯ УПОМЯНУТОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Изобретение относится к медицине. Устройство генерации терапевтического ультразвука содержит: корпусной узел головки; блок ультразвукового преобразователя, генерирующий ультразвуковые волны в наклонном направлении; узел наклонного блока, который служит опорой для верхней поверхности блока ультразвукового преобразователя таким образом, что блок ультразвукового преобразователя имеет наклон относительно направления центральной оси вращения; вращающий двигатель, который вращает узел наклонного блока; и узел шарового шарнира, с которым соединен с возможностью вращения блок ультразвукового преобразователя. Техническим результатом является повышение эффективности терапии благодаря однородному и равномерному подведению энергии в пределах радиуса и возможность выполнять ультразвуковую терапию локальных зон кожи пациента благодаря уменьшению размеров ручного блока. 2 н. и 15 з.п. ф-лы, 9 ил.

СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО ОБРАБОТКИ КОЖИ

... 1. Способ обработки области (1) кожной ткани, в частности неинвазивной обработки области кожной ткани, причем область кожной ткани имеет область (3) слоя дермы, область (5) слоя эпидермиса, обеспечивающую поверхность (7) кожи и покрывающую область слоя дермы, при этом способ содержит комбинацию из:первого этапа, на котором вызывают одно или более повреждений (11) дермы, локализованных в области слоя дермы, в то же время предотвращают поражение эпидермиса, ивторого этапа, на котором вызывают, отдельно от вызова вышеуказанного одного или более повреждений дермы, множество повреждений (15) эпидермиса, локализованных в области слоя эпидермиса.2. Способ согласно п. 1, в котором одно или более повреждений (11) дермы обеспечивают первое покрытие области (1) кожной ткани, и множество повреждений (15) эпидермиса обеспечивают второе покрытие области (1) кожной ткани, при этом второе покрытие по большей мере равно первому покрытию.3. Способ согласно п. 2, в котором первое покрытие области (1) кожной ...

УСТРОЙСТВО И КАРТРИДЖ HIFU ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ

Группа изобретений относится к медицинской технике. Портативное устройство HIFU для ухода за кожей по настоящему изобретению разделено на три участка. Во-первых, основной корпус имеет встроенную аккумуляторную батарею, установленную в нем кнопку питания и кнопку шага для регулировки интенсивности ультразвуковой волны и дисплей для отображения рабочих состояний устройства, включая количество выстрелов. Кроме того, картридж установлен на головную часть основного корпуса и имеет встроенный в него преобразователь HIFU. Подставка имеет зарядную часть, которая установлена в ней и способна заряжаться, будучи соединенной с картриджем и адаптером, вмещает основной корпус через установочную канавку, в то время как картридж установлен на основном корпусе, содержит ультрафиолетовую лампу для дезинфекции головной части картриджа при размещении основного корпуса и заряжает внутреннюю батарею основного корпуса. В рабочем состоянии, в то время как преобразователь HIFU линейно перемещается за каждый выстрел ...

УСТРОЙСТВА ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ И СПОСОБЫ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ ДЛЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКОЙ ОБРАБОТКИ И ВИЗУАЛИЗАЦИИ

... 1. Система для косметической обработки, содержащая:преобразующий модуль, содержащий корпус, обрабатывающий преобразующий элемент, выполненный с возможностью обработки ультразвуком, и перемещающий механизм,причем перемещающий механизм выполнен с возможностью перемещения обрабатывающего преобразующего элемента для обработки ультразвуком в виде последовательности областей теплового воздействия под поверхностью кожи,корпус содержит акустически прозрачный элемент и жидкую соединяющую среду, акустически связанную с акустически прозрачным элементом,преобразующий модуль выполнен с возможностью взаимозаменяемого соединения с ручным зондом и с возможностью обработки ультразвуком слоя ткани на определенной глубине ткани.2. Система для косметической обработки по п. 1, дополнительно содержащая визуализирующий элемент для визуализации ткани под поверхностью кожи.3. Система для косметической обработки по п. 2, в которой визуализирующий элемент размещен в ручном зонде или преобразующем модуле.4. Система ...

Ultrasound transducer and system

Some embodiments of the invention relate to an applicator for applying ultrasound energy to a tissue volume, comprising: an array comprising a plurality of ultrasound transducers, the transducers arranged side by side, the transducers configured to emit unfocused ultrasound energy suitable to thermally damage at least a portion of the tissue volume, each of the transducers comprising a coating thin enough so as not to substantially affect heat transfer via the coating to the tissue; and a cooling module configured to apply cooling via the transducers to prevent overheating of a surface of the tissue volume being contacted by the transducers.

Devices and methods for multi-focus ultrasound therapy

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method can include use of transducer to simultaneously or substantially simultaneously produce multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue. The system can include a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the d6colletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. ' _________EPID~ERMIS [~~C E~ -- M :1 DER >~< ~' ~ ISMAS 1 MUSCLE ...

Band transducer ultrasound therapy

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method can include use of transducer to create a linear thermal treatment zone at a focal depth to form a band shaped treatment area. The system can include one or more ultrasound transducers, a cylindrical transduction element, an imaging element, a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, a coated transducer may be used to provide more consistent treatment in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. Treatment may include heating of tissue for a duration to deactivate a percentage of cells in the treatment region.

A system and method for cosmetic treatment and imaging

Compositions and methods for targeted thermomodulation

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TARGETED THERMOMODULATION Provided are nanoparticles and formulations which are useful for cosmetic, diagnostic and therapeutic applications to mammals such as humans.

ULTRASONIC SURGICAL APPARATUS AND SILICON WAVEGUIDE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF

Ultrasound surgical apparatus are disclosed, including: medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal guide members for control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal rolling members for manipulability and control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors providing a probe with a probe dilation region configured to have an average outside diameter that is equal to or greater than the average outside diameter of a probe tip and neck; as well as junctions to an ultrasonically inactive probe sheath; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors having positionable, ultrasonically inactive probe sheath ends slidably operable to both cover and expose at least ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TARGETED THERMOMODULATION

A topical cosmetic composition for use in cosmetic, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures wherein the composition comprises a cosmetically acceptable carrier and a plurality of plasmonic nanoparticles in an amount effective to induce thermomodulation in a target tissue region with which the composition is topically contacted.

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING SKIN CONDITIONS USING LIGHT AND GLUCOSAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE

The present invention provides compositions, methods and kits for treating skin, which combine administration of glucosamine hydrochloride and red light having a peak wavelength of about 600 nm to about 750 nm, near infrared light having a peak wavelength of about 750 nm to about 1000 nm, or both.

METHODS FOR ENHANCING TOPICAL APPLICATION OF A BENEFIT AGENT

The present invention relates to methods for treating, reducing and preventing adverse skin/scalp conditions and enhancing the topical application of a benefit agent. The methods comprise providing and orienting a device, the device being ultrasonic with transducers positioned at an angle other than 90° relative to the surface at which the ultrasound is to be applied.

LIGHT AND ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER DEVICE

... ²²A device for delivering light and/or ultrasound across a skin surface is ²provided. The device ²has a layered structure comprising a light source and/or an ultrasonic ²transducer. In one embodiment, ²the light source comprises an organic light emitting diode or a plurality of ²printed light emitting diodes ²and the ultrasonic transducer comprises a piezoelectric coating. The device is ²electrically coupled to a ²controller, which is electrically coupled to one or more sensors in contact ²with the skin surface. The ²controller is operable to receive sensor data from the sensor and dynamically ²control the device in ²response to the received sensor data. The device may be provided with a ²therapeutic or cosmetic ²composition to be applied to the skin surface, wherein the light and ²ultrasound emitted from the device ²cause transdermal transport of the composition through the skin surface.² ...

ULTRASOUND DEVICE FOR VULVOVAGINAL REJUVENATION

A handheld ultrasound device and corresponding methods used for rejuvenating the vulvovaginal area of the user. In general, the handheld ultrasound devices include a device body coupled to an acoustic coupler and a handle. The device body further includes internal components including an ultrasound transducer, an energy delivery element, and circuitry for controlling the ultrasound output. The methods of using the handheld ultrasound device include engaging the tissue in and around the vulvovaginal area with the energy delivery element, applying ultrasound energy to the vulvovaginal tissue from the energy delivery element and through the acoustic coupler, and affecting a measurable parameter associated with vulvovaginal rejuvenation.

AN ESTHETIC APPARATUS USEFUL FOR INCREASING SKIN REJUVENATION AND METHODS THEREOF

The present invention provides a system for increasing skin rejuvenation of a region of a patient's skin comprising a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) frequency generator for constantly providing electromagnetic pulses to said region of a patient's skin and a deep tissue diathermy device for constantly applying heat to said region of a patient's skin up to temperature T. The system is adapted for simultaneously applying heat and PEMF to theregion of a patient's skin,- wherein application of the system increases skin rejuvenation such that the skin rejuvenation increase (SRI) is greater than the sum of the SRI provided by electromagnetic pulses increase and the SRI provided by the deep tissue diathermy device increase.

A SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COSMETIC TREATMENT AND IMAGING

Embodiments of the invention provide a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method. In some embodiments, the system (20) includes a hand wand (100) with at least one finger activated controller (150, 160), and a removable transducer module (200) having an ultrasound transducer (280). In some embodiments, the system (20) can include a control module (300) that is coupled to the hand wand (100) and has a graphical user interface (310) for controlling the removable transducer module (200), and an interface (130) coupling the hand wand (100) to the control module (300). The interface (130) may provide power to the hand wand or may transfer a signal from the hand wand to the control module. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system (20) may be used in cosmetic procedures on at least a portion of a face, head, neck, and/or other part of a patient.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR KILLING PARASITES

A method of damaging a parasite while being a resident in or on a surface of a body of a mammal. The method comprises irradiating the parasite with ultrasound radiation at a frequency of from about 1 MHz to about 2.6 MHz for a period of at least one second.

Emission head for irradiation of therapy signals, has piezoelectric oscillation unit for generation of ultrasonic wave, spool with coil for producing magnetic field and electrode for producing electrostatic field

The head (3) comprises a piezoelectric oscillation unit for the generation of an ultrasonic wave. A spool (10) is provided with a coil for the producing a magnetic field. The electrodes (14, 17) are provided for the producing an electrostatic field. The emission head control electronics comprises a membrane (2) and a wall (4). The piezoelectric oscillation unit, the spool and the electrodes are coaxially arranged. An independent claim is also included for a device having an emission head and an accumulator for power supply, which is inductively charged by a plug connection over a fixed cable.

METHOD OF UPDATING OF BIOLOGICAL TISSUES AND DEVICE FOR (VERSIONS)

MULTIFUNCTION DEVICE WITH REPLACEABLE CUTTING HEAD

Ultrasound generating device with respective frequency filter

ULTRASOUND TREATMENT SYSTEM

... 공개된 발명은 비침습성 조직치료용 시스템(100) 및 방법이다. 바람직한 치료시스템 및 방법은 영상화하고 모니터링하고, 예를 들면, SMAS 영역, 광노화된 조직, 여드름 및 피지선, 및/또는 땀샘과 같은 조직 영역(106)를 치료하도록 열 손상을 위하여 구성된다. 바람직한 실시예에 따르면, 바람직한 치료시스템 및 방법은 첫째, 치료영역과 주변구조의 국소화를 위하여 대상영역을 영상화하고, 둘째, 소망하는 치료효과를 얻도록 소정 심도, 분포, 타이밍, 및 에너지레벨에 초음파에너지를 전달하고, 셋째, 치료 전, 후 및 치료하는 동안에 치료영역을 모니터하여 그 결과를 계획 및 평가하고 및/또는 피드백을 제공함에 의해 조직영역 치료를 하도록 구성된다.

GENERATION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF HIGH INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND FOR WRINKLE AND OBESITY THERAPY

System and Method for Ultrasound Treatment

MULTIFUNCTIONAL MASK

The invention relates to a face mask for treating the facial skin. In order to ease the introduction of cosmetics into the skin, ultrasonic oscillators are arranged in the mask. In additional advantageous forms of the mask, the oscillators are arranged on selected face zones, and at least one seal is provided along the edges of the mask.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REDUCING/SUPPRESSING PAIN IN DIGITS

A therapeutic device and method for blocking pain in a patient's digit includes a ring-like vibratory element adapted to be fitted about the digit temporarily and controller coupled to the ring-like vibratory element for controlling its operation. By applying vibration to the patient's digit, pain transmission is blocked or lessened along the digit, allowing the patient or a caregiver to provide treatment to the digit with reduced pain, such as when a diabetic's finger is to be stuck for drawing blood for a blood sugar measurement). Moreover, if the digit is injured, the present invention can provide pain relief from the injury as well. Further, the invention can be applied to the digit in combination with other pain-reducing therapies, such as the application of ice, the application of topical analgesics, the application of local anesthetics, etc. The controller includes an on/off control switch and a switch for controlling the vibratory frequency. The controller further includes a battery ...

RAPID PULSE ELECTROHYDRAULIC (EH) SHOCKWAVE GENERATOR APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MEDICAL AND COSMETIC TREATMENTS

Apparatuses and methods for electrohydraulic generation of shockwaves at a rate of between 10 Hz and 5 MHz, and/or that permit a user to view a region of a patient comprising target cells during application of generated shockwaves to the region. Methods of applying electro-hydraulically generated shockwaves to target tissues (e.g., for reducing the appearance of tattoos, treatment or reduction of certain conditions and/or maladies).

Laser system for multiple beam tissue therapy

The invention provides a laser system and method for administering multiple beams of laser energy in tissue treatment applications. The system administers the beams simultaneously in a distribution pattern of spatially separated overlapping and non-overlapping regions on a tissue. The simultaneous administration and distribution pattern permit the beams to propagate within a tissue without producing the light scattering effects that characterize the sequential application of multiple laser beams to a tissue.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NONINVASIVE SKIN TIGHTENING

A method and system for noninvasive face lifts and deep tissue tightening are disclosed. An exemplary method and treatment system are configured for the imaging, monitoring, and thermal injury to treat the SMAS region. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, the exemplary method and system are configured for treating the SMAS region by first, imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area and surrounding structures, second, delivery of ultrasound energy at a depth, distribution, timing, and energy level to achieve the desired therapeutic effect, and third to monitor the treatment area before, during, and after therapy to plan and assess the results and/or provide feedback.

ULTRASOUND DEVICE FOR VULVOVAGINAL REJUVENATION

A handheld ultrasound device and corresponding methods used for rejuvenating the vulvovaginal area of the user. In general, the handheld ultrasound devices include a device body coupled to an acoustic coupler and a handle. The device body further includes internal components including an ultrasound transducer, an energy delivery element, and circuitry for controlling the ultrasound output. The methods of using the handheld ultrasound device include engaging the tissue in and around the vulvovaginal area with the energy delivery element, applying ultrasound energy to the vulvovaginal tissue from the energy delivery element and through the acoustic coupler, and affecting a measurable parameter associated with vulvovaginal rejuvenation.

Device And Method For Damaging Parasites Using Ultrasonic Reflection

A device for damaging a parasite while being on a surface of a body of a mammal. The device is a hand held device with an ultrasound transmitter for generating ultrasound radiation and a plurality of teeth extending from a base of the device and arranged alternately.

TREATMENT FOR LARGE VOLUME BIOLOGICAL TARGETS WITH A HIGH PRESSURE SHOCKWAVE INSTRUMENT

SYSTEMS FOR TREATING ACUTE AND/OR CHRONIC INJURIES IN SOFT TISSUE

УСТРОЙСТВА И СИСТЕМЫ ДЛЯ ГЕНЕРАЦИИ ВЫСОКОЧАСТОТНЫХ УДАРНЫХ ВОЛН И СПОСОБЫ ИХ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ

Изобретение относится к средствам терапевтического использования ударных волн. Устройство для генерации терапевтических ударных волн содержит генератор акустических волн с частотой между 1 МГц и 1000 МГц, соединенный с ним корпус и среду в корпусе, выполненную с возможностью проявлять нелинейные свойства в присутствии по меньшей мере одной распространяющейся акустической волны. Устройство выполнено с возможностью распространения по меньшей мере части испускаемых акустических волн через среду, чтобы формировать одну или несколько ударных волн. Способ генерации терапевтических ударных волн заключается в предоставлении множества акустических волн, имеющих по меньшей мере одну частоту по меньшей мере 1 МГц, их распространении через среду в корпусе и генерацию одной или нескольких ударных волн от распространения по меньшей мере части акустических ударных волн через среду. Использование изобретения позволяет осуществлять более согласованное терапевтическое воздействие ударными волнами. 2 н. и ...

МНОГОФУНКЦИОНАЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО С АППЛИКАТОРНЫМ ЭЛЕМЕНТОМ

Многофункциональное устройство (1) для эстетической или медицинской обработки частей тела, содержащее блок управления (2) и состоящий по меньшей мере из одного аппликаторного элемента (3), подключенного к блоку управления (2), закрепляемого на части тела человека во время обработки, в котором аппликаторный элемент (3) содержит по меньшей мере ультразвуковой преобразователь (121), две пластины (111а, 111b) излучателя радиочастотных волн, излучатель лазерного света (131), аппликаторный элемент (3) снабжен печатной платой (7) и поверхностью контакта (8), с которой распространяются волны, излучаемые этими компонентами (111а, 111b, 121, 131).

АППАРАТ ДЛЯ ГЕНЕРАЦИИ ТЕРАПЕВТИЧЕСКИХ УДАРНЫХ ВОЛН И ЕГО ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ

Аппараты и способы, чтобы управляемым образом генерировать высокочастотные ударные волны. Генерируемые ударные волны можно доставлять к определенным клеточным структурам пациента для использования в медицинских и/или эстетических терапевтических применениях. Ударные волны можно конфигурировать для того, чтобы прикладывать достаточное механическое напряжение к целевым клеткам ткани для того, чтобы разрушать целевые клетки. Варианты осуществления аппаратов и способов по настоящему изобретению обеспечивают целевое разрушение конкретных клеток без повреждающих побочных эффектов, таких как кавитация или тепловое разрушение окружающих нецелевых клеток. 2 н. и 12 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил., 1 табл.

УСТРОЙСТВА ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ И СПОСОБЫ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к устройствам для ухода за кожей, подходящим для применения на лице и теле человека, и к различным способам их применения. Устройство для ухода за кожей, выполненное с возможностью обработки кожи пользователя, содержит основной корпус, который имеет первую сторону, имеющую первую поверхность, вторую сторону, которая расположена, по существу, напротив первой стороны и имеет вторую поверхность, и промежуточную часть, проходящую от первой стороны ко второй стороне и имеющую третью поверхность, при этом первая сторона и промежуточная часть совместно определяют паз, проходящий в направлении второй стороны, вторая поверхность определяет набор выступов, третья поверхность содержит силикон. Также устройство содержит источник света, расположенный в основном корпусе и выполненный с возможностью излучения света для обработки указанной кожи, при этом источник света выполнен с возможностью излучения света рядом с первой стороной, источник света содержит LED-лампу; мотор, ...

СИСТЕМЫ И СПОСОБЫ ДЛЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКОЙ УЛЬТРАЗВУКОВОЙ ОБРАБОТКИ КОЖИ

СТИМУЛЯЦИЯ РОСТА ВОЛОС

Tissue treatment device

Multifunktionsvorrichtung (1) zur ästhetischen oder medizinischen Behandlung von Körperteilen, die umfasst: - eine Steuereinheit (2) und - wenigstens ein mit der Steuereinheit (2) verbundenes Applikatorelement (3), um an einem Körperteil der Person während der Behandlung fixiert zu werden; wobei das Applikatorelement (3) wenigstens umfasst: - einen Ultraschallwandler (121), - zwei Platten (111a, 111b) eines Hochfrequenzwellenemitters; - einen Laserlichtemitter (131); wobei das Applikatorelement (3) mit einer Leiterplatte (7) bereitgestellt wird und eine Kontaktfläche (8) hat, von der aus sich die von den Komponenten (111a, 111b, 121, 131) emittierten Wellen ausbreiten.

Systems and methods for enhancing efficacy of ultrasound treatment

Embodiments are provided that enhance ultrasound efficacy by for example, high efficiency, signal measurement, calibration, and assurance systems with a control system radio-frequency (RE) driver configured to drive one or more focused ultrasound transducers. The RE driver can comprise one or more power amplifiers including one or more III-V semiconductors, (e.g., gallium nitride GaN, GaAs, GaSb, InP, InAs, InSb, InGaAs, AlSb, AlGaAs, and/or AlGaN) field-effect transistors to efficiently provide high power with distinct narrow-band RE signals over a wide frequency range. The RE driver can include a power measurement and/or calibration system to monitor the amplitude and phase of the RE signal output from the power amplifier and estimate the amount of RE power delivered to the ultrasound transducers.

Methods for enhancing topical application of a benefit agent

The present invention relates to devices and methods for treating, reducing and preventing follicular related adverse skin/scalp conditions. The devices are ultrasonic with transducers positioned at an angle other than 900 relative to the surface at which 5 the ultrasound is to be applied.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COSMETIC ULTRASOUND TREATMENT OF SKIN

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method adapted for dithering ultrasound beams from a transducer to alter placement and position of one or multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue, simultaneous multi-focus therapy using multi-channel signal mixing, and/or dithering ultrasound beams from a transducer to alter placement and position of one or multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue, configured for using imaging for improved ultrasound therapy efficacy, and/or adapted for imaging with multiple focal zone sequencing and triggering for mechanically translated and/or steered ultrasound transducers are provided herein. The system can include a hand wand, a removable transducer module, and a control module. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in various cosmetic procedures.

SKINCARE DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE

An example skincare device includes a main body(10) having a first side(20), a second side(30), an intermediate portion(40), a groove(24), a light source(100), a motor(80), a temperature control unit(l 10), and a user control(72) configured to control one or more of the light source, motor, and temperature control unit. The skincare device can provide heat, cool, light, and/or vibrational therapy to a user's skin.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SIMULTANEOUS MULTI-FOCUS ULTRASOUND THERAPY IN MULTIPLE DIMENSIONS

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method adapted to alter placement and position of multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue from ultrasound beams from a transducer, simultaneous multi-focus therapy at multiple depths, and/or dithering ultrasound beams from a transducer to alter placement and position of multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue. The system can include a hand wand, a removable transducer module, and a control module. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in various cosmetic procedures.

BAND TRANSDUCER ULTRASOUND THERAPY

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method can include use of transducer to create a linear thermal treatment zone at a focal depth to form a band shaped treatment area. The system can include one or more ultrasound transducers, a cylindrical transduction element, an imaging element, a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, a coated transducer may be used to provide more consistent treatment in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. Treatment may include heating of tissue for a duration to deactivate a percentage of cells in the treatment region.

ACOUSTIC SHOCK WAVE THERAPEUTIC METHODS TO TREAT MEDICAL CONDITIONS USING REFLEXOLOGY ZONES

A treatment method to reduce a patient's symptoms caused by a medical condition is disclosed. The treatment has the step of administering acoustic shock waves directed to an area near a source of the pain or to a reflexology zone to treat the medical condition or prior to the medical procedure or during the medical procedure or after the medical procedure or any combination thereof. The treatment further has the steps of activating acoustic shock waves of an acoustic shock wave generator to emit acoustic shock waves and subjecting the area near the reflexology zone to acoustic shock waves stimulating the area near the source of the reflexology zone to have a modulated response.

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TARGETED THERMOMODULATION

A topical cosmetic composition for use in cosmetic, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures wherein the composition comprises a cosmetically acceptable carrier and a plurality of plasmonic nanoparticles in an amount effective to induce thermomodulation in a target tissue region with which the composition is topically contacted.

Large area body shaping applicator

Light-based measurement system and method of collagen denaturation measurement and skin treatment system

DEVICE OF TREATMENT OF THE HUMAN KERATINOUS MATTERS

PORTABLE SMART SKIN CARE DEVICE BASED ON HIFU ENERGY

The present invention relates to a portable smart skin care device based on HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound) energy, comprising: replacement cartridges for HIFU management and high frequency management; a smart skin care device main body to which the replacement cartridge is detachably attached; and a control unit for detecting one of the replacement cartridges is attached to the main body and applying a frequency and an energy power corresponding to the attached cartridge. The control unit detects a designated specific operation state of the smart skin care device and adjusts the specific operation state to an energy power corresponding to the operation state. The present invention has an effect of enhancing safety and convenience by allowing the user to perform energy management automatically when the user carries out skin or obesity care. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 (110) User input unit (120) Pressure detecting unit (130) Driving unit (140) Transducer (150) Control unit (160) Ultrasonic ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MULTI-FOCUS ULTRASOUND THERAPY

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING CARTILAGE

Various embodiments provide systems and methods of treating damaged cartilage. In some embodiments, a method can include targeting the damaged cartilage in region of interest, directing therapeutic ultrasound energy to the damaged cartilage, ablating at least a portion of the damaged cartilage and improving the damaged cartilage. The method can include focusing therapeutic ultrasound energy to create at least one lesion in a portion of the damaged cartilage. The method can also include imaging the damaged cartilage. The method can include increasing blood perfusion to the region of interest. The method can include welding together the damaged cartilage with therapeutic ultrasound energy. The method can include cutting the damaged cartilage and removing it from the joint with therapeutic ultrasound energy. The method can include smoothing the cartilage with therapeutic ultrasound energy. The method can include regenerating cartilage.

MASSAGER USING OXYGEN GENERATOR

The present invention relates to a massager using an oxygen generator. According to the present invention, ultrasonic waves and infrared rays are supplied so as to simultaneously supply fresh oxygen from the oxygen generator to the area on the skin that is massaged to stimulate heat on the skin, thereby providing the advantage of improving problematic skin, such as preventing aging, improving wrinkles, strengthening muscles, increasing elasticity, and accelerating the supply of nutrition.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR THE REMOVAL OF NON DESIRED BIOLOGICAL COMPONENTS FROM EXTERNAL SURFACES OF TISSUES

The present invention provides a method, device and system for the removal of non-desired biological components from external surfaces of tissues. This, in accordance with the invention, is achieved utilizing ultrasound device and ultrasound-derived mechanisms employed essentially externally to the external surfaces of tissues to be affected, and while keeping the said tissues intact with respect to the impact of the bulk of the affected ultrasound. The method, in accordance with the invention, comprises accordingly exposing the supportive medium coupling between the ultrasonic emitting source, and the external surfaces to be affected, to a relatively low frequency ultrasound stimulus emitted at certain angle with respect to the surfaces to be affected, whereas said stimulus being such as to create essentially non-thermal ultrasonic derived phenomena in the said coupling medium for impacting the external surfaces of the desired tissues. The system of the invention generally comprises elements ...

Skincare apparatus

A skin care apparatus using ultrasonic vibration is disclosed. The skin care apparatus includes a main body, a vibration unit separably installed on the main body, and an ultrasonic generation portion installed inside the vibration unit to generate vibration, wherein the vibration unit includes a skin contact member provided with a projection that is in a tube shape to transfer the ultrasonic vibration generated from the ultrasonic generation portion to a skin.

System and method for noninvasive skin tightening

A method and system for noninvasive face lifts and deep tissue tightening are disclosed. An exemplary method and treatment system are configured for the imaging, monitoring, and thermal injury to treat the SMAS region. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, the exemplary method and system are configured for treating the SMAS region by first, imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area and surrounding structures, second, delivery of ultrasound energy at a depth, distribution, timing, and energy level to achieve the desired therapeutic effect, and third to monitor the treatment area before, during, and after therapy to plan and assess the results and/or provide feedback.

CRANIAL HAIR LOSS TREATMENT USING MICRO-ENERGY ACOUSTIC SHOCK WAVE DEVICES AND METHODS

Devices and methods for treating human cranial hair loss using extracorporeal acoustic shock waves are disclosed. The shock wave device optionally includes a proximal surface, a plurality of shock wave generators disposed on the surface, and a coupling assembly configured to transmit shock waves to a user's scalp.

Systems and Methods for Coupling an Ultrasound Source to Tissue

This disclosure provides systems and methods for sensing coupling of an ultrasound source to a target and for providing a constant average output of power from an ultrasound source. The systems and methods can include a frequency sweep function. The systems and methods can also include receiving reflected energy from an acoustic window and determining a feedback using the reflected energy. The systems and methods can also include comparing the feedback with a threshold level and using the comparison to determine if the ultrasound source is coupled with a target.

Ultrasound probe for treating skin laxity

A probe for ultrasound treatment of skin laxity are provided. Systems and methods can include ultrasound imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area, delivering ultrasound energy at a depth and pattern to achieve the desired therapeutic effects, and/or monitoring the treatment area to assess the results and/or provide feedback. In an embodiment, a treatment system and method can be configured for producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat the epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal or deep dermal components of tissue.

Systems and methods for accelerating healing of implanted material and/or native tissue

Various embodiments provide methods and systems for ultrasound treatment of tissue are provided. Accordingly, a method can include locating an implant in a site in a body, directing a medicant to at least one of the implant and the site, directing ultrasound energy to the site, and accelerating healing of the implant and/or native tissue at the site.

COMPOSITE MEDICAL TREATMENT APPARATUS USING SKIN MAP

Composite medical treatment apparatus using skin map disclosed. The composite medical treatment apparatus includes a handpiece configured for measuring a skin condition associated with a measurement position on a region of interest in a skin map generation step, and configured for measuring a treatment position on the region of interest and applying a treatment medium according to a control parameter corresponding to the treatment position in a treatment step and a main controller configured for associating the measurement position with the skin condition in the skin map generation step, and configured for retrieving the skin condition associated with the measurement position based on the treatment position to generate the control parameter in the treatment step.

Pixel array medical systems, devices and methods

Systems, instruments, and methods for minimally invasive procedures including one or more of fractional resection, fractional lipectomy, fractional skin grafting, and/or fractional scar revision are described. Embodiments include instrumentation comprising a scalpet assembly coupled to a carrier, and the scalpet assembly includes a scalpet array. The scalpet array includes one or more scalpets configured for fractional resection, fractional lipectomy, fractional skin grafting, and/or fractional scar revision. The system includes a vacuum component coupled to the scalpet assembly and configured to evacuate tissue from the a site. The carrier is configured to control application of a rotational force and/or a vacuum force to the scalpet assembly.

SKIN CANCER TREATMENT USING LOW INTENSITY ULTRASOUND

DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING THE SKIN

УЛЬТРАЗВУКОВОЙ ГЕНЕРАТОР И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ, СОДЕРЖАЩЕЕ УКАЗАННЫЙ ГЕНЕРАТОР

Изобретение относится к устройствам для ухода за кожей. Ультразвуковой генератор содержит ультразвуковой вибратор, звукоприемник/рупор, имеющий соединительную поверхность, соединенную с ультразвуковым вибратором, и поверхность, излучающую ультразвуковые волны к заданной точке. Звукоприемник/рупор имеет противоположные плоские поверхности, одна из которых является соединительной поверхностью, а другая является поверхностью, излучающей ультразвуковые волны. Клемма на стороне звукоприемника/рупора контактирует с периферийным участком соединительной поверхности, окружающей ультразвуковой вибратор на многих его участках для электрического соединения с одним электродом ультразвукового вибратора через плоский пластинчатый звукоприемник/рупор и упруго контактирует с плоским пластинчатым звукоприемником/рупором посредством использования пружинной конструкции. Устройство для ухода за кожей содержит ультразвуковой генератор, в котором поверхность, излучающая ультразвуковые волны, плоского пластинчатого ...

УЛЬТРАЗВУКОВОЙ ГЕНЕРАТОР И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ, СОДЕРЖАЩЕЕ ЕГО

Изобретение относится к устройствам для ухода за кожей. Ультразвуковой генератор содержит ультразвуковой вибратор, выступ, имеющий соединительную поверхность, соединенную с ультразвуковым вибратором, поверхность, излучающую ультразвуковые волны по направлению к заданной точке, и крепежное устройство для присоединения и закрепления выступа на месте. Выступ включает плоский пластинчатый выступ, имеющий противоположные плоские поверхности, одна из которых образует соединительную поверхность, а другая образует поверхность, излучающую ультразвуковые волны, и в котором опорная часть для использования при присоединении и закреплении плоского пластинчатого выступа при помощи крепежного устройства образована на наружной периферийной поверхности плоского пластинчатого выступа с толщиной, меньшей толщины плоского пластинчатого выступа плоской пластинчатой формы. Кроме того, опорная часть плоского пластинчатого выступа образована в форме фланца на крае наружной периферийной поверхности плоского пластинчатого ...

СИСТЕМЫ И СПОСОБЫ ДЛЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКОЙ УЛЬТРАЗВУКОВОЙ ОБРАБОТКИ КОЖИ

Группа изобретений относится к медицине. Предложены варианты осуществления системы и способа дерматологической косметической обработки и/или визуализации, выполненные с возможностью осуществления вобуляции ультразвуковых лучей от преобразователя для изменения размещения и положения одной или множества зон косметической обработки в ткани, одновременной многофокусной терапии с использованием смешения многоканального сигнала и/или вобуляции ультразвуковых лучей от преобразователя для изменения размещения и положения одной или множества зон косметической обработки в ткани, выполненные с возможностью использования визуализации для повышения эффективности ультразвуковой терапии и/или выполненные с возможностью осуществления визуализации с определением последовательности для множества фокусных зон и срабатывания для механически переводимых и/или управляемых ультразвуковых преобразователей. Система может содержать ручной щуп, съемный модуль преобразователя и модуль управления. В некоторых вариантах ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА КОЖЕЙ

... 1. Устройство для ухода за кожей, содержащее: ! блок головки, имеющий ультразвуковой вибратор, генерирующий ультразвуковые колебания; ! блок рукоятки, поддерживающий блок головки для прижатия блока головки к поверхности кожи для передачи ультразвуковых колебаний на поверхность кожи; ! упругий элемент, служащий опорным механизмом для поддержки блока головки на блоке рукоятки; ! при этом блок головки опирается на блок рукоятки через упругий элемент таким образом, чтобы обеспечить трехмерные повороты блока головки во всех направлениях относительно блока рукоятки, а также его перемещение к блоку рукоятки и от него. ! 2. Устройство по п.1, в котором с нижней частью блока головки соединен упор, предотвращающий выскальзывание, при этом упор, предотвращающий выскальзывание, вставлен в корпус блока рукоятки и захвачен внутренней поверхностью корпуса, благодаря чему упругий элемент удерживается в сжатом состоянии, что позволяет упругому элементу прилагать смещающее усилие в таком направлении, чтобы ...

КОМПОЗИЦИЯ И СПОСОБЫ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ ПАТОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ СОСТОЯНИЙ КОЖИ; ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ СВЕТА И ГИДРОХЛОРИДА ГЛЮКОЗАМИНА

Method for peeling of epithelial tissue and apparatus and system for use therefor

Devices and methods for multi-focus ultrasound therapy

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method can include use of transducer to simultaneously or substantially simultaneously produce multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue. The system can include a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided.

Rapid pulse electrohydraulic shockwave generator

An apparatus comprising: a housing defining a chamber and a shockwave outlet, the chamber configured to be filled with a liquid; a plurality of electrodes disposed in the chamber and configured to be coupled to a pulse-generation system, the plurality of electrodes including a first electrode and a second electrode, the first electrode and the second electrode defining a first spark gap; and a hinge coupled to the second electrode, the hinge configured to enable a change in a physical position of the second electrode with respect to the first electrode; wherein, when the plurality of electrodes is coupled to the pulse-generation system and when the chamber is filled with the liquid, the plurality of electrodes is configured to receive voltage pulses from the pulse-generation system such that portions of the liquid are vaporized to generate therapeutic shockwaves that propagate through the liquid and the shockwave outlet.

Device and methods for delivery of stimulation to a body tissue

A system for delivering energy into a body tissue. A tissue puncturing device is adapted to puncture a tissue surface and generate micro-channels from the tissue surface into the body tissue. A stimulator is adapted to deliver energy to the body tissue over or adjacent to the micro-channels.

ULTRASOUND APPARATUS FOR MECHANICALLY APPLYING ULTRASOUND WAVES EFFICIENTLY

The present invention relates to an ultrasound apparatus for efficiently applying ultrasound waves over a treated area by mechanically moving the ultrasound transducer over an area larger than the Effective Radiating Area (ERA) comprising: (a) an ultrasound transducer, connected by wiring, for dispersing ultrasound waves; (b) an electric actuator for spinning a crank, wherein a shaft is eccentrically attached to said crank for rotatably whirling said transducer in circles.

APPARATUS FOR GENERATING THERAPEUTIC SHOCKWAVES AND APPLICATIONS OF SAME

Apparatuses and methods to generate high frequency shock waves in a controlled manner. The generated shock waves can be delivered to certain cellular structures of a patient for use in medical and/or aesthetic therapeutic applications. The shock waves can be configured to impose sufficient mechanical stress to the targeted cells of the tissue to rupture the targeted cells. Embodiments of the apparatuses and methods of the present invention provide targeted rupturing of specific cells without damaging side effects such as cavitation or thermal degradation of surrounding non-targeted cells.

APPARATUSES AND SYSTEMS FOR GENERATING HIGH-FREQUENCY SHOCKWAVES, AND METHODS OF USE

Apparatuses and methods for generating therapeutic shock waves. Some embodiments comprise: an acoustic-wave generator configured to emit acoustic waves having at least one frequency between 1 MHz and 1000 MHz; a shock wave housing coupled to the acoustic-wave generator; and a shock wave medium disposed in the shock wave housing; where the apparatus is configured such that if the acoustic-wave generator emits acoustic waves then at least some portion of the acoustic waves will travel through the shock wave medium and form one or more shock waves.

PRESSURE ENHANCED FRACTIONAL TREATMENT AND DRUG DELIVERY

Disclosed herein is a method of fractional treatment of tissue, the method comprising: creating at least one micro hole in a target tissue; and either a) applying pressure on said target tissue to decrease the patency of said at least one micro hole; administering material and/or fluid and/or drug onto said target tissue; releasing said applied pressure on said target tissue to increase the patency of said at least one micro hole; and propelling said material and/or fluid and/or drug into said at least one micro hole; or b) administering material and/or fluid and/or drug onto said target tissue under sub- atmospheric pressure conditions, the patency of said at least one micro hole being decreased; increasing the atmospheric pressure to atmospheric or above atmospheric conditions to thereby increase the patency of said at least one micro hole; and propelling said material and/or fluid/ and/or drug into said at least one micro hole.

ULTRASONIC SURGICAL APPARATUS AND SILICON WAVEGUIDE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF

Ultrasound surgical apparatus are disclosed, including: medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal guide members for control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal rolling members for manipulability and control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors providing a probe with a probe dilation region configured to have an average outside diameter that is equal to or greater than the average outside diameter of a probe tip and neck; as well as junctions to an ultrasonically inactive probe sheath; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors having positionable, ultrasonically inactive probe sheath ends slidably operable to both cover and expose at least ...

Beautification implement

APPARATUS FOR TREATING SKIN BY SEQUENCES OF ULTRASOUND

HANDPIECE

Ultrasound generating device with respective frequency filter

효과제의 국소 도포를 향상시키는 방법

... 본 발명은 좋지 않은 피부/두피 상태를 치료, 감소 및 예방하고 효과제(benefit agent)의 국소 도포를 향상시키는 장치 및 방법에 관한 것이다. 이 방법은 초음파가 적용되는 표면에 대해 90° 이외의 각도로 위치된 변환기를 갖는 초음파 장치를 제공하고 배향하는 단계를 포함한다.

PORTABLE SKIN AND OBESITY CARE APPARATUS BASED ON HIFU ENERGY

The present invention relates to a portable skin and obesity care apparatus based on high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) energy, which comprises: a cartridge which generates HIFU energy; a battery part supplying power for generating the HIFU energy; an input part for power on/off and operation mode setting; a display part displaying at least one of power on/off state, type of cartridge, battery charging state, communication connection state, timer time, HIFU energy power level and cumulative usage time; and a control part adjusting power of generated HIFU energy depending on the operation mode. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 (110) Input part (120) Pressure detecting part (130) Driving part (140) Transducer (150) Control part (160) Motor driving part (170) Display part (180) Communication part (AA) Detecting a cartridge type of a switch setting power and a mode (BB) Battery charging level, HIFU power level, motor driving level, cartridge type, and operation state ...

초음파 치료 시스템 및 방법

... 확대된 시계 치료를 위한 방법의 다양한 실시예들이 제공된다. 방법은, 치료 영역을 영상화하는 단계, 지향성 초음파 에너지로 치료 영역을 타게팅하는 단계, 상기 치료 영역을 모니터링하는 단계, 확대된 시계의 영상화, 치료 및 모니터링 영역을 생성하기 위해 영상화 또는 위치 감지를 통해 하나 이상의 이전 치료 영역들과 공간적으로 상관시키면서 상기 치료 영역을 이동시키는 단계, 상기 확대된 시계 치료를 계속하는 단계, 및 상기 확대된 시계 치료 영역에서 적어도 하나의 초음파 유발 생물학적 효과를 달성하는 단계를 포함한다 ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING AN OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF SKIN USING ULTRASOUND AS AN ENERGY SOURCE

초음파 치료 시스템

... 공개된 발명은 비침습성 조직치료용 시스템(100) 및 방법이다. 바람직한 치료시스템 및 방법은 영상화하고 모니터링하고, 예를 들면, SMAS 영역, 광노화된 조직, 여드름 및 피지선, 및/또는 땀샘과 같은 조직 영역(106)를 치료하도록 열 손상을 위하여 구성된다. 바람직한 실시예에 따르면, 바람직한 치료시스템 및 방법은 첫째, 치료영역과 주변구조의 국소화를 위하여 대상영역을 영상화하고, 둘째, 소망하는 치료효과를 얻도록 소정 심도, 분포, 타이밍, 및 에너지레벨에 초음파에너지를 전달하고, 셋째, 치료 전, 후 및 치료하는 동안에 치료영역을 모니터하여 그 결과를 계획 및 평가하고 및/또는 피드백을 제공함에 의해 조직영역 치료를 하도록 구성된다.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DAMAGING PARASITES

A method of damaging a parasite while being a resident in or on a surface of a body of a mammal. The method comprises irradiating the parasite with ultrasound radiation at a frequency of from about 1 MHz to about 2.6 MHz for a period of at least one second.

SYSTEMS FOR COSMETIC TREATMENT

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method can include use of a hand wand and a removable transducer module having an ultrasound transducer. The system can include a control module that is coupled to the hand wand and has a graphical user interface for controlling the removable transducer module, and an interface coupling the hand wand to the control module. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in cosmetic procedures on at least a portion of a face, head, neck, body, and/or other part of a patient for a face lift, a brow lift, a chin lift, an eye treatment, a wrinkle reduction, a scar reduction, a burn treatment, a tattoo removal, a skin tightening, a vein reduction, a treatment on a sweat gland, a treatment of hyperhidrosis, a sun spot removal, a fat treatment, a vaginal rejuvenation, and/or an acne treatment.

Low-profile ultrasound transducer

The present invention relates to a low-profile ultrasound transducer. The low-profile ultrasound transducer includes a piezoelectric component operative to receive a driving signal from an energy generating module and to emit the driving signal as ultrasonic energy. The piezoelectric component has a front surface and a back surface, and the energy generating module includes a plurality of electronic components. The low-profile ultrasound transducer also includes a lens component directly or indirectly deposited on the front surface of the piezoelectric component. The lens component includes a lens portion and a support portion. The lens portion of the lens component is configured to control the direction and wave pattern of the ultrasonic energy emitted from the piezoelectric component. The support portion of the lens component is configured to hold the piezoelectric component in place and to provide a chamber for housing at least one electronic component of the energy generating module. Methods of use and related devices are also disclosed.

Methods and systems for ultrasound treatment

A method and system for ultrasound treatment are provided. Acoustic energy, including ultrasound, can serve as input energy to a mask with apertures, such apertures acting as secondary acoustic sources to create a modulated output acoustic energy in a treatment region and treatment effects. Under proper control output energy can be precisely placed and controlled in tissue. In some embodiments, methods and systems are configured for ultrasound treatment based on creating an output energy distribution in tissue. In some embodiments, methods and systems are configured based on creating an output temperature distribution in tissue.

Apparatuses and systems for generating high-frequency shockwaves, and methods of use

Apparatuses and methods for generating therapeutic shock waves. Some embodiments comprise: an acoustic-wave generator configured to emit acoustic waves having at least one frequency between 1 MHz and 1000 MHz; a shock wave housing coupled to the acoustic-wave generator; and a shock wave medium disposed in the shock wave housing; where the apparatus is configured such that if the acoustic-wave generator emits acoustic waves then at least some portion of the acoustic waves will travel through the shock wave medium and form one or more shock waves.

Ultrasound treatment of sub-dermal tissue for cosmetic effects

A method and system for noninvasive face lifts and tissue tightening are disclosed. The method and treatment system are configured for thermal treatment of Superficial Muscular Aponeurosis System (SMAS) tissue, muscular fascia, or both. In one embodiment, a cosmetic system is configured for treating the SMAS and/or muscular fasica through delivery of ultrasound energy at a depth, distribution, timing, and energy level to achieve the desired therapeutic effect.

Self operated esthetic device with a substrate

The present invention provides a self-operated device for treating a skin of a patient, comprising: a. a substrate having a first side and a second side; b. a plurality of RF electrodes arranged in said substrate, said RF electrodes are configured to emit RF radiation from said first side to the surface of said skin; c. at least one RF generator configured to generate pulses of current to said RF electrodes; and, d. a control unit connected to said at least one RF generator, said control unit is adapted to control the operation of said RF electrodes; wherein said control unit is adapted to control the operation of said RF electrodes according to a predetermined treatment protocol, such that the same activates or deactivates at least one of said RF electrodes at any predetermined time interval according to a predetermined pattern so as to achieve a particular therapeutic result.

Methods for face and neck lifts

Methods for treating skin and subcutaneous tissue with energy such as ultrasound energy are disclosed. In various embodiments, ultrasound energy is applied at a region of interest to affect tissue by cutting, ablating, micro-ablating, coagulating, or otherwise affecting the subcutaneous tissue to conduct numerous procedures that are traditionally done invasively in a non-invasive manner. Methods of lifting sagging tissue on a face and/or neck are described.

System and Method for Non-invasive Cosmetic Treatment

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method can include use of a hand wand and a removable transducer module having an ultrasound transducer. The system can include a control module that is coupled to the hand wand and has a graphical user interface for controlling the removable transducer module, and an interface coupling the hand wand to the control module. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in cosmetic procedures on at least a portion of a face, head, neck, body, and/or other part of a patient for a face lift, a brow lift, a chin lift, an eye treatment, a wrinkle reduction, a scar reduction, a burn treatment, a tattoo removal, a skin tightening, a vein reduction, a treatment on a sweat gland, a treatment of hyperhidrosis, a sun spot removal, a fat treatment, a vaginal rejuvenation, and/or an acne treatment.

System and method for tattoo removal

A combination device for applying a treatment of light and ultrasound on a tattooed area of a patient desiring tattoo removal. The device includes an ultrasound and a LED light source. The ultrasound source produces high-frequency ultrasound waves. These waves are applied directly to the tattooed area for a first specified period of time resulting in release of tattoo ink from tattooed cells. The LED source produces a continuous high-intensity light that is applied directly over the entire tattooed area for a second specified period of time resulting in degradation of the tattoo ink.

System and Method for Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound Treatment

A noninvasive ultra-high frequency ultrasound treatment method and system are provided. An exemplary method system comprise a high-frequency ultrasound transducer system configured for providing ultrasound treatment to a patient such that the superficial and/or subcutaneous regions of the patient can be treated. An exemplary high-frequency ultrasound transducer system comprises a control system and a transducer configured to provide treatment to the superficial and/or subcutaneous regions of interest. The high-frequency ultrasound transducer may be configured to operate at higher frequencies and controlled power levels to provide treatment to the superficial and/or subcutaneous regions of interest. For example, higher frequencies within the range from approximately 20 MHz to 500 MHz or more may be utilized. 1. A method for providing treatment to a patient , the method comprising:coupling an ultrasound transducer to a skin surface of a patient;emitting energy from the ultrasound transducer into a superficial region of interest below the skin surface of the patient, the superficial region of interest consisting of a subcutaneous layer of skin;ablating tissue in a portion of the region of interest;creating a lesion in the tissue at a depth in a range of 0.1 μm to 100 μm below the skin surface; andsparing tissue at the depth of greater than 100 μm below the skin surface from damage from the ablating tissue.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the subcutaneous layer of skin comprises an epidermis layer.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprisingimaging at least a portion of the superficial region of interest; anddisplaying the at least a portion of the superficial region of interest.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the emitting energy from the ultrasound transducer is in a power range of 80 W/cmto 100 W/cm.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the emitting energy from the ultrasound transducer is in a power range of 15 W/cmto 500 W/ ...

ULTRASOUND DEVICE WITH TOPICAL CONDUCTING MEDIUM

A dermal device for providing ultrasound therapy to skin is provided including: a transducer assembly including housing structure having an inner surface defining a void and configured to contact an outer portion of an area of skin of a user without contacting an inner portion of the area of skin; and an ultrasound transducer supported by the housing and configured to be disposed proximate the void, wherein the ultrasound transducer is configured to provide ultrasound energy with a focal point towards the skin. 1. A dermal device for providing ultrasound therapy to skin , the dermal device comprising:a transducer assembly including housing structure having an inner surface defining a void and configured to contact an outer portion of an area of skin of a user without contacting an inner portion of the area of skin; andan ultrasound transducer supported by the housing and configured to be disposed proximate the void,wherein the ultrasound transducer is configured to provide ultrasound energy with a focal point towards the skin.2. The dermal device of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasound transducer is configured to be adjusted within the device housing relative to the skin claim 1 ,wherein the focal point is modified based on the adjustment.3. The dermal device of claim 2 , wherein the ultrasound transducer is adjusted by adjusting the housing claim 2 ,wherein the focal point is modified based on the adjustment of the housing.4. The dermal device of claim 1 , wherein a dermal topical is configured fill the void and to serve as an ultrasound conductive medium and a therapeutic agent claim 1 ,wherein the dermal topical is one of a cosmetic, toner, cream, serum, or similar agent.5. The dermal device of claim 1 , wherein the dermal topical has a viscosity similar to that of water.6. A system for providing ultrasound therapy to skin claim 1 , the system comprising:an ultrasound transducer configured to interface with one of at least two cartridges; anda cartridge having a ...

Apparatus and cosmetic method for providing cooling to a skin tissue treatment head

A device for cooling the skin tissue of a patient during a procedure using energy includes a mat-like structure, the mat-like structure having a bottom wall, a top wall and upstanding walls connecting the top wall and the bottom wall, the walls defining an enclosed volume; it also includes one or more electrodes positioned to protrude from the bottom wall and extend through the volume for connection to a source of energy; further, the volume defines a space for holding a cooling substance for cooling the one or more electrodes and the skin tissue during an energy-based procedure.

Thermal treatment of a pilosebaceous unit with metal nanoparticles in surfactant containing solutions

Treatment of skin tissue with photoactive materials and light, such as nanoparticles and formulations which are useful for cosmetic, diagnostic and therapeutic applications to mammals such as humans. In particular, embodiments of thermal treatment of a pilosebaceous unit with metal nanoparticles in surfactant containing solutions are disclosed.

LOW FREQUENCY ULTRASOUND DEVICE WITH COMPUTER-CONTROLLED MONITORING

An ultrasound device for therapeutic and aesthetic treatment is disclosed. Different types of hand probes used with the device produce different effects within biological tissues. The device can operate at low frequencies of around 20 KHz to 100 KHz. The device can be operated in continuous mode or pulsed mode with different duty cycles. Software and hardware is used to control power output of the hand probes; treatment time; to perform diagnostics of the hand probes; and to shut off ultrasound emissions in the case of abnormal or incorrect functioning of the hand probes. 1. A low frequency ultrasound device comprising:a main unit;two hand probe connection inputs; andtwo hand probes each comprising a power cord and a power cord connector connected to the main unit; andwherein the main unit comprises a display comprising information regarding one or both hand probes, a treatment protocol and performance parameters of the main unit,wherein the main unit further comprises a first printed circuit board assembly and a second printed circuit board assembly, wherein the first printed circuit board assembly and the second printed circuit board assembly share information via a CAN BUS protocol, wherein the first printed circuit board assembly comprises a display circuit board assembly, wherein the second printed circuit board assembly comprises a power circuit board assembly, wherein the power circuit board assembly responds to requests for information from the display circuit board assembly, wherein each of the first printed circuit board assembly and the second printed circuit board assembly comprises a printed circuit board and one or more of resistors, capacitors, transistors, diodes, amplifiers, resistor arrays, logic gates, semiconductors, clocks, switches, microprocessors and memory and combinations thereof, wherein the second printed circuit board assembly is programmed to regulate if amperage is sent to the hand probes and how much amperage is send to the hand ...

ULTRASOUND ENERGY APPLICATOR

Apparatus is provided for use with skin of a subject, the apparatus including a handheld unit and an ultrasound transducer disposed in the handheld unit and configured to transmit ultrasound energy into the skin. An outwardly-facing surface of the handheld unit includes a transducer-skin interface that is configured (a) to contact the skin when the handheld unit is positioned against the skin and (b) to slide against the skin. A sensor is disposed in the handheld unit and is configured to detect a distance between the transducer-skin interface to a bone under the skin of the subject when the transducer-skin interface is positioned against the skin. Control circuitry is configured to drive the ultrasound transducer to apply the ultrasound energy into the skin at different respective power levels according to the detected distance. 184-. (canceled)85. Apparatus for use with skin of a subject , the apparatus comprising:a handheld unit; 'wherein the transducer-skin interface comprises a rigid ultrasound-conducting plastic that is substantially (a) impermeable to water and (b) transparent to ultrasound energy at a transmission level of 10 J/s/cm2; and', 'an outwardly-facing surface of the handheld unit comprising a rigid transducer-skin interface that is configured to (a) contact the skin when the handheld unit is positioned against the skin such that the ultrasound transducer transmits the ultrasound energy through the rigid transducer-skin interface, and (b) slide against the skin,'}, 'an ultrasound transducer disposed in the handheld unit, and configured to transmit ultrasound energy into the skin,'}control circuitry configured to drive the ultrasound transducer to apply the ultrasound energy to the skin.86. The apparatus according to claim 85 , wherein the rigid ultrasound conducting plastic comprises a copolyester resin.87. The apparatus according to claim 85 , wherein the rigid ultrasound conducting plastic comprises a polyamide copolymer.88. The apparatus ...

Facial beautifying and care apparatus

A facial beautifying and care apparatus includes a beauty bar ( 1 ) having an air supply passage (A), a negative pressure connecting hole ( 132 ), a conductive suction nozzle ( 15 ) and a first connection port ( 134 ); an EMS generation module ( 20 ) inside the beauty bar ( 1 ) electrically connected to the first connection port ( 134 ); an external negative pressure unit ( 6 ) separated from the beauty bar ( 1 ) and having a negative pressure driving control module ( 62 ) and a second connection port ( 637 ); the negative pressure driving control module ( 62 ) having an air supply tube assembly ( 66 ) with a negative pressure communicating hole ( 661 ); a communicating tube ( 7 ) communicating with the negative pressure connecting hole ( 132 ) and the negative pressure communicating hole ( 661 ); a conductive wire ( 8 ) connected to the first connecting port ( 134 ) and the second connecting port ( 637 ). Accordingly, the effects of facial skin firming, cleaning, beautifying and caring are achieved.

ULTRASONIC WOUND TREATMENT APPARATUS AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

An ultrasonic medical treatment probe has a head with a distal-most circular rim extending along an endless uninterrupted perimeter around a broad recess and formed with a series of serrations or teeth. The rim is thin in comparison to the width of the recess. The serrations or teeth preferably extend continuously along an entire circumference or length of the rim. The probe head is provided along the rim with a plurality of notches or openings communicating with the recess. 1. An ultrasonic medical treatment probe comprising: a shaft or shank; a connector at one end of said shaft or shaft configured for coupling to a source of ultrasonic vibratory energy; and a probe head at an end of said shaft or shank opposite said connector , said probe head including a recess opening onto a distal end plane , said probe head having a distal-most rim extending along an endless uninterrupted perimeter around said recess , said rim being formed with a series of serrations or teeth.2. The probe defined in wherein said distal-most rim is disposed in a plane.3. The probe defined in wherein said distal-most rim is circular.4. The probe defined in wherein said probe head has a cup-shaped configuration claim 3 , with said rim constituting an edge of said probe head.5. The probe defined in wherein said serrations or teeth extend continuously along an entire circumference of said rim.6. The probe defined in wherein said plane is oriented perpendicularly to an axis of said shaft or shank.7. The probe defined in wherein said probe head has a cup-shaped configuration claim 1 , with said rim constituting an edge of said probe head.8. The probe defined in wherein said rim is circular.9. The probe defined in wherein said serrations or teeth extend continuously along an entirety of said rim.10. The probe defined in wherein said probe head is provided along said rim with a plurality of notches or openings communicating with said recess.11. The probe defined in wherein said probe head is provided ...

ULTRASOUND BASED COSMETIC THERAPY METHOD AND APPARATUS

A waveguide couples an acoustic source (such as an ultrasound transducer) to a custom cosmetic product (e.g., a liquid or gel-based skin care product) applied to the skin. In one exemplary embodiment, a distal surface of the waveguide is placed in contact with a relatively thin layer of skin care product that has been applied to the skin. Alternatively, the thin layer can be applied to the distal face of the waveguide, and then the waveguide placed on the skin. The custom cosmetic product has been formulated such that when ultrasound energy is directed into the custom cosmetic product via the waveguide, bubbles included or formed in the custom cosmetic product oscillate, and increase the permeability of the skin to active beneficial agents included in the custom cosmetic product. 1. A method for improving skin quality , comprising the steps of:(a) providing a skin care product selected to enhance skin quality, the skin care product including an active ingredient for improving skin quality;(b) applying the skin care product to a portion of skin;(c) directing acoustic energy at the skin care product applied to the skin, the acoustic energy causing microbubbles in the skin care product to oscillate, the oscillation enabling the active ingredient to penetrate a stratum corneum layer of the skin, so that the active ingredient is delivered to sub dermal tissue to improve skin quality.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of directing acoustic energy at the skin care product applied to the skin comprises the step of using an acoustic waveguide to direct the acoustic energy into the skin care product applied to the skin claim 1 , thereby reducing an amount of acoustic energy that propagates along a skin boundary layer claim 1 , the acoustic energy propagating along the skin boundary layer being ineffective with respect to enabling the active ingredient to penetrate a stratum corneum layer of the skin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of directing acoustic ...

RAPID PULSE ELECTROHYDRAULIC (EH) SHOCKWAVE GENERATOR APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MEDICAL AND COSMETIC TREATMENTS

Apparatuses and methods for electrohydraulic generation of Shockwaves at a rate of between 10 Hz and 5 MHz, and/or that permit a user to view a region of a patient comprising target cells during application of generated Shockwaves to the region. Methods of applying electro-hydraulically generated Shockwaves to target tissues (e.g., for reducing the appearance of tattoos, treatment or reduction of certain conditions and/or maladies).

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING AN OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF SKIN USING ULTRASOUND AS AN ENERGY SOURCE

In some embodiments, the method can comprise locating a targeted portion of skin surface; delivering ultrasound energy to subcutaneous tissue below the skin surface; producing a biological effect in at least one of the skin surface and the subcutaneous tissue; and improving the appearance of the targeted portion of the skin surface. Improving the appearance of the skin surface can be at least one of increasing skin elasticity, reducing skin oiliness, reducing skin pore size, smoothing skin texture, reducing hyperpigmentation, treating and/or preventing acne, reducing a blemish, reducing an appearance of spider veins and/or rosacea, reducing an appearance of scars, reducing an appearance of stretch marks, rejuvenating skin, increasing collagen in the subcutaneous tissue, tightening of sagging sink, rejuvenating photoaged skin, increasing a thickness of a dermal layer, reducing a wrinkle on the skin surface, generating new tissue in the subcutaneous layer, and combinations thereof. 127-. (canceled)28. A method for treating a surface of skin with an ultrasound system , the method comprising:a) directing, using the ultrasound system coupled to the surface of skin, a first ultrasound energy into the surface of skin, thereby creating a first conformal region of elevated temperature in the surface of skin; andb) simultaneous to step a), directing, using the ultrasound system coupled to the surface of skin, a second ultrasound energy into a subsurface of skin, thereby creating a second conformal region of elevated temperature in the subsurface of skin,wherein the first conformal region of elevated temperature and the second conformal region of elevated temperature have different shapes, sizes, or orientations, or a combination thereof,wherein the first ultrasound energy creates a transitional biological effect on the surface of skin without causing cell death, a scar, or permanent damage to the surface of the skin,wherein the second ultrasound energy creates a thermal ...

ESTHETIC APPARATUS USEFUL FOR INCREASING SKIN REJUVENATION AND METHODS THEREOF

The present invention provides a device for rejuvenating a region of skin or mucosal tissue, comprising: a pulsed electromagnetic frequency generator; a plurality of electrodes in communication with the pulsed electromagnetic frequency generator and an RF tissue diathermy device. The electrodes apply the pulsed electromagnetic power and the RF tissue diathermy to the tissue, heating it such that one portion of the region of mucosal tissue is maintained at a predetermined temperature range Twhile another portion of the region of mucosal tissue is at least temporarily maintained at predetermined temperature range T. 1. A device for rejuvenating at least one region of mucosal tissue , comprising:a pulsed electromagnetic frequency generator to apply pulsed electromagnetic field therapy to said region of mucosal tissue; anda plurality of electrodes in communication with an RF tissue diathermy devicewherein said RF tissue diathermy device, via said electrodes, heats said at least one region of mucosal tissue.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the following is being held true:{'sub': 1', '2', '1', '2, 'a. at least a portion of said at least one region of mucosal tissue is at least temporarily maintainable at a predetermined temperature range Twhile another at least a portion of said at least one region of said mucosal tissue is at least temporarily maintainable at predetermined temperature range T, where Tis equal to or different from T;'}b. said device additionally comprises at least one temperature sensor adjacent to at least one of said plurality of electrodes;c. said at least one region of mucosal tissue is within a vagina; andd. said device additionally comprises a processor in communication with said at least one temperature sensor, said at least one temperature sensor is selected from a group consisting of: a thermistor, a thermocouple and any combination thereof3. The device of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the following is being held true:a. ...

Esthetic apparatus useful for increasing skin rejuvenation and methods thereof

The present invention provides a device for rejuvenating a region of skin or mucosal tissue, comprising: a pulsed electromagnetic frequency generator; a plurality of electrodes in communication with the pulsed electromagnetic frequency generator and an RF tissue diathermy device. The electrodes apply the pulsed electromagnetic power and the RF tissue diathermy to the tissue, heating it such that one portion of the region of mucosal tissue is maintained at a predetermined temperature range T 1 while another portion of the region of mucosal tissue is at least temporarily maintained at predetermined temperature range T 2 .

Esthetic apparatus useful for increasing skin rejuvenation and methods thereof

Systems and methods for increasing skin rejuvenation of a region of a patient's skin. The system includes: a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) frequency generator that emits electromagnetic pulses to the region of the patient's skin; and a deep tissue diathermy device that applies heat to the region of the patient's skin up to temperature T. The system simultaneously applies the heat and the PEMF to the region of a patient's skin.

Band transducer ultrasound therapy

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method can include use of transducer to create a linear thermal treatment zone at a focal depth to form a band shaped treatment area. The system can include one or more ultrasound transducers, a cylindrical transduction element, an imaging element, a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, a coated transducer may be used to provide more consistent treatment in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. Treatment may include heating of tissue for a duration to deactivate a percentage of cells in the treatment region.

MULTIWAVELENGTH ULTRASONIC TISSUE TREATMENT APPARATUS

An apparatus for the treatment of skin tissue includes at least one ultrasound transducer for placement on the skin tissue surface; at least two drivers for driving the at least one transducer; a controller which is configured to control the at least two drivers; the controller is configured to drive the at least two drivers at different frequencies to affect different depths in the skin tissue. 1. Apparatus for the treatment of skin tissue comprising:at least one ultrasound transducer for placement on the skin tissue surface;at least two drivers for driving the at least one transducer;a controller configured to control the at least two drivers;wherein the controller is configured to drive the at least two drivers at different frequencies to affect different depths in the skin tissue.2. The apparatus of wherein the at least one transducer is two or more transducers claim 1 , each of the two or more transducers being operable at different frequencies.3. The apparatus of wherein the at least one transducer is a composite transducer claim 1 , the composite transducer being operable at more than one frequency.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first one of the at least two drivers operates to affect deep skin tissue and another of the at least two drivers operates to affect more shallow skin tissue.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the first one of the at least two drivers causes fat heating and wherein the another of the at least two drivers causes skin-tightening.6. The apparatus of wherein the controller is configured to drive the at least two drivers one of sequentially or simultaneously.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an even-sided polygonal-shaped hollow housing and wherein one or more pairs of transducers are mounted within the housing and arranged such that complementary pairs of transducers face each other.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , comprising more than one pair of transducers claim 7 , and wherein the pairs of transducers are ...

Esthetic Apparatus Useful for Increasing Skin Rejuvenation and Methods Thereof

Systems and methods for increasing skin rejuvenation of a region of a patient's skin. The system includes: a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) frequency generator that emits electromagnetic pulses to the region of the patient's skin; and a deep tissue diathermy device that applies heat to the region of the patient's skin up to temperature T. The system simultaneously applies the heat and the PEMF to the region of a patient's skin.

HANDPIECE FOR ULTRASONIC DEVICE

A handpiece for an ultrasonic device includes a handpiece main body and a detachable cartridge attached to the handpiece main body. The handpiece main body includes a main body housing, an actuator for axially transferring a transducer, an operating button, and a handpiece main substrate for operating the actuator according to the control of a controller unit, supplying power to the transducer according to on/off operations of the operating button, and receiving a signal detected by the transducer and transmitting the signal to the controller unit. The cartridge includes a cartridge housing, a transducer for generating ultrasound, a guide pin for guiding the transducer, a magnet, a slider for axially moving the transducer along the guide pin, a window for transferring the ultrasound to a patient, and a bellows for isolating liquid contained in the cartridge housing and helping easy transfer of the slider. 1. A handpiece for an ultrasonic device , comprising:a handpiece main body; and a main body housing;', 'an actuator installed in the main body housing for axially transferring a transducer;', 'an operating button mounted on the main body housing; and', a cartridge housing;', 'a transducer built in the cartridge housing for generating point-focused or line-focused ultrasound;', 'a guide pin for axially guiding the transducer;', 'a magnet for power transmission for transferring the power of the actuator to the cartridge;', 'a slider for axially moving the transducer along the guide pin by the operation of the actuator;', 'a window formed on one side of the cartridge housing for transferring the ultrasound generated by the transducer to a patient; and', 'a bellows for isolating liquid contained in the cartridge housing and helping easy transfer of the slider., 'a handpiece main substrate for operating the actuator according to the control of a controller unit, supplying and cutting-off power to the transducer according to on and off operations of the operating button, ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DAMAGING PARASITES

A method of damaging a parasite while being a resident in or on a surface of a body of a mammal. The method comprises irradiating the parasite with ultrasound radiation at a frequency of from about 1 MHz to about 2.6 MHz for a period of at last one second. 1an ultrasound transmitter, configured for generating ultrasound radiation at a frequency of from about 1 MHz to about 2.6 MHz for a period of at least one second; anda hand-held device coupled to said ultrasound transmitter and adapted for being placed on or at proximity to the parasite so as to deliver said ultrasound radiation to the parasite.. A system for damaging a parasite while being a resident in or on a surface of a body of a mammal, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/000,887, filed Aug. 22, 2013, entitled “SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DAMAGING PARASITES”, which is a National Phase Application of PCT International Application No. PCT/IL2012/050058, International Filing Date Feb. 23, 2012, entitled “SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DAMAGING PARASITES”, which claims the benefit of priority of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/446,589 filed Feb. 25, 2011, and 61/493,422 filed Jun. 4, 2011, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entiretyThe present invention, in some embodiments thereof, relates to parasite destruction and, more particularly, but not exclusively, to a system and method for damaging parasites and optionally parasite eggs by ultrasound.Parasitic sucking lice feed on the blood, serum or lymph of their hosts and cause irritation, pruritis and disease. Some species are vectors of serious diseases and all are generally undesirable. For example, the common human head louse, and the human pubic louse are blood sucking ectoparasites which cause pediculosis disease, producing hiveslike irritation and pruritis in infested subjects. The human body louse, causes irritation and pruritis and is also a vector of typhus, which is a ...

MULTIWAVELENGTH ULTRASONIC TISSUE TREATMENT APPARATUS

An apparatus for the treatment of skin tissue includes at least one ultrasound transducer for placement on the skin tissue surface; at least two drivers for driving the at least one transducer; a controller which is configured to control the at least two drivers; the controller is configured to drive the at least two drivers at different frequencies to affect different depths in the skin tissue. 117.-. (canceled)18. Apparatus for the treatment of skin tissue comprising:two ultrasound transducers for placement on the skin tissue surface;one or more drivers for driving the two transducers;a controller configured to control the one or more drivers;wherein the two transducers are angled with respect to the tissue surface towards one another such that, when activated by the programmable controller, ultrasound energy delivered to the skin tissue by the two transducers is superimposed.19180. The apparatus of claim 18 , wherein one of the two transducers delivers ultrasound energy at an angle X relative to the skin tissue claim 18 , and the other of the two transducers delivers ultrasound energy at an angle -X relative to the skin tissue claim 18 , whereby energy distributions from the two ultrasound transducers are superimposed to provide homogenous energy distribution.20. The apparatus of claim 18 , wherein the controller is configured to drive the one or more drivers one of sequentially or simultaneously.21. The apparatus of claim 18 , wherein the two transducers are activated by the programmable controller to operate at one of the same or different frequencies.22. The apparatus of claim 18 , wherein the activation of the two transducers causes one or more of skin tightening and fat heating.23. The apparatus of claim 18 , further comprising a polygonal-shaped hollow housing and wherein the two transducers are mounted within the housing and arranged to face each other.24. The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising a device for causing suction within the cavity claim ...

COLD PLASMA GENERATING DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

A system and method for cosmetic treatment of a region of a biological surface using cold atmospheric plasma is presented. In one embodiment, a method of treatment of a region of a biological surface with cold plasma includes: selecting a post-treatment formulation; and applying the post-treatment formulation to the region pre-treated by the cold plasma. 1. A method of treatment of a region of a biological surface with a cold plasma , the method comprising:selecting a post-treatment formulation; andapplying the post-treatment formulation to the region pre-treated by the cold plasma.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:generating the cold plasma between a plasma treatment device and the region; andprior to applying the post-treatment formulation, switching off the cold plasma.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:activating an auxiliary treatment device, wherein the auxiliary treatment device is selected from a group consisting of (i) a vibration device, (ii) a source of ultrasound, (iii) a light source configured to illuminate the region, and (iv) a source of air directed to the region; andcontaining the cold plasma between the plasma treatment device and the region by a skirt disposed at least partially about the cold plasma.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:selecting a pre-treatment formulation;applying the pre-treatment formulation to the region;generating the cold plasma between a plasma treatment device and the pre-treatment formulation;switching off the cold plasma; andremoving the pre-treatment formulation from the region.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising:prior to applying the pretreatment formulation to the region, treating the pre-treatment formulation by discharging the cold plasma into the pre-treatment formulation;during generating the cold plasma between a plasma treatment device and the region, sensing one or more treatment parameters with one or more sensors;determining a plasma dose from the treatment ...

ESTHETIC APPARATUS USEFUL FOR INCREASING SKIN REJUVENATION AND METHODS THEREOF

Systems and methods for increasing skin rejuvenation of a region of a patient's skin. The system includes: a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) frequency generator that emits electromagnetic pulses to the region of the patient's skin; and a deep tissue diathermy device that applies heat to the region of the patient's skin up to temperature T. The system simultaneously applies the heat and the PEMF to the region of a patient's skin. 1. An integrated system for increasing skin rejuvenation of a region of a patient's skin , said system comprising:at least two electrodes adapted to be placed on said region of said patient's skin; an electromagnetic field generator adapted to generate electromagnetic field pulses;a control system; and,at least one helical coils;wherein all of said electrodes are encircled by at least one of said helical coils;none of said electrodes is configured to penetrate said skin; each of said electrodes is configured to provide electromagnetic pulses to said region of a patient's skin, said electromagnetic pulses provided to said electrode by said helical coils; each of said electrodes is configured to apply heat up to a temperature T in a range of 25 degrees Celsius to 80 degrees Celsius; said control system is adapted to control said electromagnetic field generator and application of said heat by said electrodes; and, all of said electrodes are adapted to simultaneously provide said electromagnetic pulses to said region of a patient's skin and to apply said heat to said region of a patient's skin.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said heat applied to said region of a patient's skin is obtained by emitting RF radiation or via producing electrical current absorbed by subcutaneous tissue.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said electromagnetic pulses are selected from a triangular shaped waveform with a frequency of 25 Hz and intensity of 20 Gauss or a square shaped waveform with a frequency of 16 Hz claim 1 , duration of about ...

ACOUSTIC MODULE AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HANDHELD ULTRASOUND DEVICE

An acoustic module with a transducer and a solid waveguide. The transducer and waveguide may be curved to focus the acoustic energy along a focal line. The transducer, the top surface of the waveguide and the bottom surface of the waveguide may extend along coaxial curves. The waveguide may include a recess closely receiving the transducer. The waveguide may include an integral skirt that provides a thermal mass. The acoustic module may include a space to accommodate thermal management options. For example, the acoustic module may include a heatsink, an active ventilation system and/or a phase change material. The ultrasound device may include a controller configured to perform a uniformity scan sweep during supply of operating power to the transducer. The uniformity scan sweep can extend through a frequency range that includes the operating point of the acoustic module and does not exceed an acceptable efficiency loss. 1. An acoustic module comprising:a one-piece solid waveguide, said waveguide having a first surface with a first curvature and a second surface with a second curvature, said second surface configured to contact a target, said first and second curvatures selected to focus acoustic energy along a focal line a predetermined distance from said second surface into a target;an ultrasound transducer disposed on said first surface, said ultrasound transducer having a curvature corresponding with said first curvature.2. The acoustic module of wherein said first curvature and said second curvature are curved about a common axis.3. The acoustic module of wherein said transducer includes a first conductive plate and a second conductive plate claim 2 , said second conductive plate being electrically connected to said waveguide.4. The acoustic module of further including a first electrode and a second electrode for applying an electrical signal to said transducer claim 3 , said first electrode being electrically connected to said first conductive plate claim 3 , ...

ULTRASONIC SYSTEM FOR SKIN-TIGHTENING OR BODY-SHAPING TREATMENT

A system for providing an ultrasonic skin-tightening treatment is disclosed. The system comprises a) a flexible sleeve wrapped around a treatment volume of a patient; b) one or more treatment panels, arranged on an inside wall of the sleeve, provide ultrasound energy and cooling to the treatment volume; and c) a control module controls ultrasonic and cooling parameters independently for each treatment panel. The system enables hands-free treatment over an entire treatment volume, with localized variations of the parameters, according to treatment requirements, under each treatment panel. The ultrasound and cooling parameters may be varied to select treatment of a particular depth below the skin surface. 1. A system for providing an ultrasonic skin-tightening or body-shaping treatment , comprisinga. a sleeve configured for fixedly wrapping around an organ of a mammalian body; said organ comprising a treated volume of a layer of tissue(s) underneath an area of skin surface of said organ; i. an ultrasonic element, configured to provide ultrasound waves to a portion of said treated volume underneath said treatment panel;', 'ii. a cooling plate, configured to remove heat from said treated volume portion; and, 'b. an arrangement of one or more treatment panels disposed on an inside surface of said sleeve, each said treatment panel comprising'}c. a control module, in electrical connection with said treatment panels, configured to receive temperature outputs of said temperature sensors and to control said ultrasonic elements—including intensity, frequency, and/or duty cycle of said ultrasound waves—and to control said cooling plate temperature;wherein said control module is further configured to control said ultrasonic elements and said cooling plates of each said treatment panel independently, thereby enabling hands-free treatment, with localized variations in said controls as needed, throughout said treatment volume.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein one or more of said ...

ESTHETIC DEVICE FOR BEAUTIFYING SKIN AND METHODS THEREOF

A device for improving the cosmetic appearance of the skin is disclosed, wherein said device comprises RF generating means for generating N independent RF signals of predetermined waveforms, frequencies, amplitudes, and relative phases; control means for controlling the output of said RF generating means, said control means in communication with said RF generating means; N pairs of RF electrodes, each of said pairs in independent communication with said RF generating means, said RF electrodes configured to transmit RF energy to said skin; and an electrically insulating casing adapted to hold said RF electrodes such that said RF electrodes may be placed in simultaneous physical contact with said skin. 1. A device for improving the cosmetic appearance of the skin , comprising:a. an RF generator that is configured to generate N independent RF signals of predetermined waveforms, frequencies, amplitudes, and relative phases;b. N pairs of RF electrodes, each of said N pairs of electrodes characterized by a proximal end and a distal end, each of said pairs in independent communication with said RF generator, said RF electrodes configured to transmit RF energy to said skin;c. a controller that is configured to control the output of said RF generator, said controller in communication with said RF generator; and,d. an electrically insulating casing configured to hold said N pairs of RF electrodes at said proximal end such that said N pairs of RF electrodes may be placed in simultaneous physical contact with said skin;wherein said N independent RF signals are phase shifted relative to one another;further wherein said distal ends of said electrodes are in a substantially horizontal configuration.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the following is being held true:{'sub': t,m', 't,m', '0,m', 'm', 'm', 'm', '0,m', 'm', 'm', 'm', 'm, 'a. the time-dependent amplitude Aof the mth of said N independent RF signals is given by the relationship A=A·F(ωt+φ), ...

REFLECTIVE ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY FOR DERMATOLOGICAL TREATMENTS

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and imaging system and method can include use of transducer and a reflective surface to simultaneously produce multiple cosmetic treatment zones in tissue. The system can include a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, a graphical user interface and/or a parabolic reflector. In some embodiments, the cosmetic treatment system may be used in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. 1 a first switch operably controlling an ultrasonic imaging function for providing an ultrasonic imaging;', 'a second switch operably controlling an ultrasonic treatment function for providing an ultrasonic treatment; and', 'a movement mechanism configured to direct ultrasonic treatment in at least one sequence of individual thermal cosmetic treatment zones; and', 'a transducer module,', 'wherein the transducer module is configured for both ultrasonic imaging and ultrasonic treatment,', 'wherein the transducer module is configured for interchangeable coupling to the ultrasonic probe,', 'wherein the transducer module comprises an ultrasound transducer and a reflective surface,', 'wherein the ultrasound transducer is configured to apply ultrasonic therapy to tissue at least at a cosmetic treatment zone at a first depth,', 'wherein the reflective surface is configured to reflect energy from the ultrasound transducer to apply ultrasonic therapy to tissue at least at cosmetic treatment zone at a second depth,', 'wherein the transducer module is configured to be operably coupled to at least one of the first switch, the second switch and the movement mechanism; and', 'a control module,', 'wherein the control module comprises a processor and a display for controlling the transducer module., 'an ultrasonic probe comprising. An aesthetic imaging and treatment system with a ...

SUBCUTANEOUS WOUND DEBRIDEMENT

Disclosed herein are devices and methods of percutaneously treating an ulcerated wound using ultrasonic energy. Some methods include delivering ultrasonic energy to a target tissue located at a position subcutaneous to the ulcerated wound. In some methods, the ultrasonic energy is delivered using an ultrasonic energy delivery device. 1. A method of percutaneously treating an ulcerated wound using ultrasonic energy , the method comprising:delivering ultrasonic energy to a target tissue located at a position subcutaneous to the ulcerated wound, a transducer;', 'an aspiration conduit;', 'an irrigation conduit;', 'a horn; and', 'a needle secured to the horn; and, 'wherein the ultrasonic energy is delivered using an ultrasonic energy delivery device, the device comprisingwherein, a distal portion of the needle of the ultrasonic energy delivery device has been positioned at or around the target tissue using a percutaneous approach.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising debriding the target tissue with the ultrasonic energy.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising removing from the subcutaneous position at least some detritus that may have been produced by the debriding.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target tissue comprises at least one of the following:soft tissue and hard tissue.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising delivering fluid to the subcutaneous position.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic energy is delivered through the needle.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ulcerated wound comprises a foot ulcer.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein delivering ultrasonic energy to a target tissue comprises:inserting the distal portion of the needle through a first access portal via a percutaneous approach, generating ultrasonic energy at the subcutaneous position, and removing the proximal portion from the first access portion; andinserting the distal portion of the needle through a second access portal via a percutaneous approach, ...

Ultrasonic medical instrument having variable focusing depth of ultrasonic wave generating unit

Embodiments of the inventive concept provide an ultrasonic medical instrument moving horizontally by adjusting a depth wise location of an ultrasonic wave generating unit while not influencing an internal volume of a cartridge and variously setting focusing depths of ultrasonic waves in skin.

Systems and methods for tissue treatment

A device providing treatment by radiofrequency field and electrotherapy to a patient comprises a control unit and an applicator comprising at least one radiofrequency electrode providing a radiofrequency field having a frequency in a range of 0.1 MHz to 25 GHz and an energy flux density in a range of 0.01 mW·mm −2 to 10 W·mm −2 configured to heat a body part of the patient, and at least one electrotherapy electrode providing an electric current causing contraction of a muscle of the body part of the patient, wherein the applicator is configured to be stationary during treatment and to be fixed in contact with a body of the patient. Additional devices providing treatment by radiofrequency field and electrotherapy to a patient and a method of treatment of a patient by radiofrequency and electrotherapy are also described.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REMOVAL OF A TARGETED TISSUE FROM THE BODY

Methods and systems for acoustic treatment of tissue are provided. Acoustic energy, for example ultrasound energy, under proper functional control can penetrate deeply and be controlled precisely in tissue. Some aspects provide a method configured for removal of at least a portion of targeted tissue, such as a scar, abscess, non-cancerous tumor, or fibrous knot, in a tissue of the body. 1. A non-invasive method of removing a targeted tissue from tissue , the targeted tissue having an acoustic impedance mismatch with the tissue , the method comprising:a) targeting the targeted tissue;b) coupling an ultrasound energy source to the targeted tissue, the ultrasound energy source configured to produce a pulsed first ultrasound energy having a frequency of between 100 kHz and 200 MHz, a pulse duration of between 1 ps and 1 ms, and a power between 1 kW and 50 kW;c) initiating an acousto-mechanical or acousto-elastic effect in the targeted tissue by directing from 500 nJ to 5 J of the pulsed first ultrasound energy from the ultrasound energy source into the targeted tissue.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pulse duration is between 1 ns and 10 μs.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasound frequency is between 1 MHz and 30 MHz.4. The method of claim 1 , the method further comprising:d) subsequent to step c), directing a second ultrasound energy from the ultrasound energy source or a second ultrasound energy source having an ultrasound pulse duration of at least 100 μs into the targeted tissue or a portion thereof, thereby initiating a second effect in the targeted tissue or the portion thereof.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the second effect is a cavitation effect or a thermal effect.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the acousto-mechanical or acousto-elastic effect exceeds a fragmentation threshold of the targeted tissue.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pulsed first ultrasound energy is a single ultrasound pulse.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

PIEZOELECTRIC DRIVING DEVICE, HIGH-INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND HANDPIECE DEVICE USING THE SAME, AND CARTRIDGE FOR HANDPIECE DEVICE

A high-intensity focused ultrasound handpiece (HIFU) device for skin care, includes a handpiece body including a high frequency generator and a controller, which are disposed in the handpiece body, a cartridge detachably coupled to the handpiece body, electrically connected to the handpiece body in a coupled state, and filled with a fluid for generation of ultrasound, the cartridge being provided with a contact head to come into close contact with a skin of a person to be treated, and a piezoelectric driving device dipped in the fluid in the cartridge and provided with a transducer for irradiating the skin with high-intensity focused ultrasound in accordance with a high frequency signal generated from the high frequency generator. 1. A high-intensity focused ultrasound handpiece device for skin care comprising:a handpiece body comprising a high frequency generator disposed in the handpiece body, and a controller disposed in the handpiece body, to control high frequency signal generation of the high frequency generator;a cartridge detachably coupled to the handpiece body, electrically connected to the handpiece body in a coupled state thereof to the handpiece body, and filled with a fluid for generation of ultrasound, the cartridge being provided, at one side thereof, with a contact head to come into close contact with a skin of a person to be treated; anda piezoelectric driving device dipped in the fluid in the cartridge and provided with a transducer for irradiating the skin with high-intensity focused ultrasound in accordance with a high frequency signal generated from the high frequency generator, the piezoelectric driving device moving the transducer by a driving force created by piezoelectric ultrasound generated in accordance with a high frequency signal generated from the high frequency generator.2. The high-intensity focused ultrasound handpiece device according to claim 1 , wherein the cartridge comprises:a cartridge body formed with an opening allowing the ...

SKIN TREATMENT DEVICE

A skin treatment device includes: a shell body; a pressing bar, formed with a first end mounted in the shell body and a second end protruded from one distal end of the shell body and formed with a squeezing part having a through hole; a bactericidal lamp, installed in the shell body and including a bactericidal light source capable of generating plural bactericidal light beams passing the through hole; and a cover member, disposed at one distal end of the shell body, served to cover the second end and including a light condensing lens disposed corresponding to the through hole and the bactericidal lamp. Accordingly, when the bacteria existed on the skin or in skin pores are exposed to the bactericidal light beams, the bacteria can be naturally deceased. 1. A skin treatment device , including:{'b': '1', 'a shell body ();'}{'b': 2', '21', '22', '21', '21', '1', '22', '1', '22', '23', '23', '231, 'a pressing bar (), formed with a first end () and a second end () opposite to the first end (), wherein the first end () is mounted in the shell body (), the second end () is protruded from one distal end of the shell body (), the second end () is formed with a squeezing part (), and the squeezing part () is formed with a through hole (); and'}{'b': 4', '1', '42', '42', '41', '231, 'a bactericidal lamp (), installed in the shell body () and including a bactericidal light source (), wherein the bactericidal light source () is able to generate a plurality of bactericidal light beams () capable of passing the through hole ().'}2367321671676342. The skin treatment device according to claim 1 , further including an ultrasonic oscillator () claim 1 , a circuit board () and a battery () claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic oscillator () is installed at the first end () claim 1 , the circuit board () and the battery () are respectively accommodated in the shell body () claim 1 , the circuit board () is electrically connected to the battery () claim 1 , and the circuit board () is ...

ULTRASOUND BASED COSMETIC THERAPY METHOD AND APPARATUS

A waveguide couples an acoustic source (such as an ultrasound transducer) to a custom cosmetic product (e.g., a liquid or gel-based skin care product) applied to the skin. In one exemplary embodiment, a distal surface of the waveguide is placed in contact with a relatively thin layer of skin care product that has been applied to the skin. Alternatively, the thin layer can be applied to the distal face of the waveguide, and then the waveguide placed on the skin. The custom cosmetic product has been formulated such that when ultrasound energy is directed into the custom cosmetic product via the waveguide, bubbles included or formed in the custom cosmetic product oscillate, and increase the permeability of the skin to active beneficial agents included in the custom cosmetic product. 1. A method for improving skin quality , comprising the steps of:(a) providing a skin care product selected to enhance skin quality, the skin care product including an active ingredient for improving skin quality;(b) applying the skin care product to a portion of skin;(c) directing acoustic energy at the skin care product applied to the skin, the acoustic energy causing microbubbles in the skin care product to oscillate, the oscillation enabling the active ingredient to penetrate a stratum corneum layer of the skin, so that the active ingredient is delivered to sub dermal tissue to improve skin quality.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of directing acoustic energy at the skin care product applied to the skin comprises the step of using an acoustic waveguide to direct the acoustic energy into the skin care product applied to the skin claim 1 , thereby reducing an amount of acoustic energy that propagates along a skin boundary layer claim 1 , the acoustic energy propagating along the skin boundary layer being ineffective with respect to enabling the active ingredient to penetrate a stratum corneum layer of the skin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of directing acoustic ...

REJUVENATING SKIN BY HEATING TISSUE FOR COSMETIC TREATMENT OF THE FACE AND BODY

Systems and methods for treating skin and subcutaneous tissue with energy such as ultrasound energy are disclosed. In various embodiments, ultrasound energy is applied at a region of interest to affect tissue by cutting, ablating, micro-ablating, coagulating, or otherwise affecting the subcutaneous tissue to conduct numerous procedures that are traditionally done invasively in a non-invasive manner. Lifting sagging tissue on a face, neck, and/or body are described. Treatment with heat is provided in several embodiments. 1. (canceled)2. A method of tightening skin tissue , comprising:placing an ultrasonic probe on a skin surface over a target tissue;directing therapeutic ultrasound energy from a piezoelectrically active transduction element of the ultrasonic probe, through the skin surface tissue to the target tissue comprising at least one of the group consisting of: a dermis tissue and a fascia tissue; andcooling an interface between the ultrasonic probe and the skin surface with a cooling system,thereby treating at least the fascia tissue in the target tissue at one or more depths under the skin surface to tighten the skin.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the directing therapeutic ultrasound energy to the target tissue is for a heating effect.4. The method of claim 2 ,wherein the piezoelectrically active transduction element is selected from the group consisting of: a piezoelectric ceramic, lithium niobate, lead titanate, barium titanate, and lead metaniobate.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the therapeutic ultrasound energy has a frequency in a range of 3 MHz to 12 MHz.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the therapeutic ultrasound energy thermally treats the target tissue to change the appearance of a wrinkle on the skin surface.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the therapeutic ultrasound energy is configured for a tissue effect claim 2 , wherein the tissue effect is one or more of the group consisting of: thermal and non-thermal streaming claim 2 , ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING THE TOPICAL APPLICATION OF A BENEFIT AGENT

The present invention relates to devices and methods for treating, reducing and preventing adverse skin/scalp conditions and enhancing the topical application of a benefit agent. The devices are ultrasonic with transducers positioned at an angle other than 90° relative to the surface at which the ultrasound is to be applied. 1. An ultrasound device , comprising:a.) a housing having bottom portion comprising an application surface,b.) a power source positioned in the housing;c.) an acoustic transducer positioned in the housing in electrical communication with the power source for producing ultrasound waves and oriented such that the ultrasound waves are projected from the transducer at an angle θ of other than 90° relative to the surface of the application surface.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the application surface is adapted to lie on and be substantially parallel with the surface or the skin of a user.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an electrical drive circuit in electrical communication with the transducer and the power source.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the angle θ ranges from 5° to 75° relative to the skin surface of affected area.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the angle θ ranges from 10° to 75° relative to the skin surface of affected area.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the angle θ ranges from 10° to 60° relative to the skin surface of affected area.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein the angle θ ranges from 10° to 45° relative to the skin surface of affected area.8. The device of claim 7 , wherein the angle θ ranges from 15° to 30° relative to the skin surface of affected area.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the transducer is calibrated to generate acoustic energy at a frequency ranging from about 20 kHz to about 3000 kHz.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein the frequency ranges from about 100 kHz to about 1000 kHz.11. The device of claim 10 , wherein the frequency ranges from about 250 kHz to about 750 kHz.12. The device ...

Method and system for treating stretch marks

Methods and systems for treating stretch marks through deep tissue tightening with ultrasound are provided. An exemplary method and system comprise a therapeutic ultrasound system configured for providing ultrasound treatment to a shallow tissue region, such as a region comprising an epidermis, a dermis and a deep dermis. In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, a therapeutic ultrasound system can be configured to achieve depth from 0 mm to 1 cm with a conformal selective deposition of ultrasound energy without damaging an intervening tissue in the range of frequencies from 2 to 50 MHz. In addition, a therapeutic ultrasound can also be configured in combination with ultrasound imaging or imaging/monitoring capabilities, either separately configured with imaging, therapy and monitoring systems or any level of integration thereof.

Personal use extracorporeal low intensity shock wave device enhanced user features and functions

A device which utilizes low intensity extracorporeal shock therapy for purposes of treating soft tissue damage, cellulite reduction, or erectile dysfunction, to permit a simple, inexpensive, robust, home use solution which permits self-applied treatment for various parts of the user's body with a form factor, display, information, guidance, tutorials and training, marketing communication and purchase opportunities, viewing angle, timers, annunciators, sound attenuation, and payment options which provide an untrained amateur user with all tools and guidance necessary to properly, effectively, safely and affordably self-administer treatments.

SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR HIGH-INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND (HIFU) AND/OR ULTRASOUND DELIVERY WHILE PROTECTING CRITICAL STRUCTURES

A method for delivering ultrasound can include positioning at least a focal zone of a transducer of an ultrasound probe proximate to targeted tissue of a patient. The method can include supplying power to the transducer to deliver ultrasound energy from the transducer to a first portion of the targeted tissue for a predetermined amount of time to create a first focal lesion in the targeted tissue. The method can include at least temporarily ceasing power to the transducer so as to at least temporarily cease delivery of ultrasound energy from the transducer to the targeted tissue. The method can include supplying power to the transducer to deliver ultrasound energy from the transducer to the targeted tissue at least substantially continuously and along a predefined treatment path. 1. A method for delivering High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) to ablate at least a portion of targeted tissue of a patient and preventing subsequent HIFU application from extending beyond that portion to protect other tissue of the patient , the method comprising the steps of:a) moving at least a focal zone of a transducer of a HIFU probe to a first position proximate to targeted tissue of a patient;b) supplying power to the transducer to deliver HIFU energy from the transducer to a first portion of the targeted tissue for a first predetermined amount of time to create a first focal lesion and ablate that portion of the targeted tissue, wherein the first focal lesion acts as a barrier for subsequent HIFU ablation of tissue located beyond or behind the first focal lesion thereby protecting tissue beyond or behind the first focal lesion from unintended ablation;c) at least temporarily ceasing power to the transducer at the conclusion of the first predetermined amount of time so as to at least temporarily cease delivery of HIFU energy from the transducer to the targeted tissue;d) at least slightly moving at least the focal zone of the transducer of the HIFU probe to a second position ...

ULTRASOUND PROBE FOR TREATING SKIN LAXITY

A probe for ultrasound treatment of skin laxity are provided. Systems and methods can include ultrasound imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area, delivering ultrasound energy at a depth and pattern to achieve the desired therapeutic effects, and/or monitoring the treatment area to assess the results and/or provide feedback. In an embodiment, a treatment system and method can be configured for producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat the epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal or deep dermal components of tissue. 1. (canceled)2. An ultrasound probe for treatment of skin laxity , the ultrasound probe comprising:a housing, wherein inside the housing comprises a motion mechanism and an ultrasound transducer,wherein the ultrasound transducer comprises a single active focused piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is configured to provide a single mechanical focus,wherein the single mechanical focus is configured to provide ultrasound therapy energy in a form of a single thermal focus in a tissue at a depth below a skin surface,wherein the depth is a single, fixed depth below the skin surface to treat the tissue, 'wherein the single thermal focus is formed without electronic focusing and without a lens,', 'wherein the tissue comprises any of the group consisting of: an epidermal tissue, a superficial dermal tissue, a mid-dermal tissue, a deep dermal tissue, a muscle tissue, and an adipose tissue,'}wherein a portion of the housing is configured for acoustic coupling to the skin surface;wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is configured for delivery of energy at a temperature sufficient to tighten at least a portion of the tissue at the depth under the skin surface,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is connected to the motion mechanism,wherein the motion mechanism is configured to operate with an encoder,wherein ...

ULTRASOUND PROBE FOR TREATMENT OF SKIN

Methods and systems for treating skin, such as stretch marks through deep tissue tightening with ultrasound are provided. An exemplary method and system comprise a therapeutic ultrasound system configured for providing ultrasound treatment to a shallow tissue region, such as a region comprising an epidermis, a dermis or a deep dermis. In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, a therapeutic ultrasound system can be configured to achieve depth with a conformal selective deposition of ultrasound energy without damaging an intervening tissue. In addition, a therapeutic ultrasound can also be configured in combination with ultrasound imaging or imaging/monitoring capabilities, either separately configured with imaging, therapy and monitoring systems or any level of integration thereof. 1. (canceled)2. An ultrasound treatment probe for treating skin tissue , the probe comprising: wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is configured to provide a single mechanical focus,', 'wherein the single mechanical focus is configured to provide ultrasound therapy energy in a form of a single thermal focus in a tissue below a skin surface,', 'wherein the single thermal focus is formed without electronic focusing and without a lens,, 'a single, focused piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element,'}wherein the housing is configured for acoustic coupling to the skin surface,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is configured for delivery of the ultrasound therapy energy to heat the tissue below the skin surface to a temperature of greater than 60 degrees Celsius,wherein the tissue comprises at least a portion of at least one of the group consisting of: a dermis and a fascia,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element is configured for delivery of the ultrasound therapy energy at the temperature sufficient to denature at least a portion of the tissue in a region of interest,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound therapy element delivers the ...

TREATMENT SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUSES FOR ALTERING THE APPEARANCE OF SKIN

Systems and methods that enable tissue cooling and delivery of energy for altering tissue are described herein. Aspects of the disclosure are directed to, for example, heating tissue at treatment zones to ablate, denature, reorganize, coagulate, or otherwise alter the tissue to affect the cosmetic appearance of the patient. The method can include, for example, removing heat from the target region of the human subject before, during, and/or after energy delivery to cool tissue to a temperature below normal body temperature to inhibit pain. 1. A method for affecting dermal tissue of a subject with skin , comprising:applying an applicator to an external surface of the subject's skin;cooling the external surface using the applicator to cool bulk dermal tissue in the skin to a bulk analgesic temperature equal to or lower than about 10° C. so as to provide a numbing effect to the bulk dermal tissue; andsequentially delivering energy from the applicator to heat microscopic treatment zones within the bulk dermal tissue such that the microscopic treatment zones are sequentially heated to at least about 50° C. while the numbing effect inhibits pain in the bulk dermal tissue and the heated microscopic treatment zones.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:continuing to cool the bulk dermal tissue as the energy is delivered; andcontrolling delivery of the energy to keep a density and a rate of creation of the microscopic treatment zones sufficiently low such that each microscopic treatment zone returns to a temperature at or near the bulk analgesic temperature after cessation of energy delivery to such microscopic treatment zone.3. The method of wherein the microscopic treatment zones are heated to at least about 60° C.4. The method of wherein cooling the bulk dermal tissue to provide the numbing effect includes removing a sufficient amount of heat from the bulk dermal tissue for a sufficient length of time to anesthetize the bulk dermal tissue and the microscopic ...

HIGH-INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PIEZOELECTRIC DRIVING DEVICE USED IN THE SAME

A high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) device and a method for controlling the piezoelectric driving device achieve accurate and stable control as to movement of a transducer and a treatment position by use of a piezoelectric driving device configured to have a compact size in accordance with a great reduction in the size of a handpiece. 1. A method for controlling a piezoelectric driving device to linearly move a transducer disposed in a cartridge of a high-intensity focused ultrasound handpiece , comprising:transmitting a high frequency signal to a piezoelectric motor, thereby causing the piezoelectric motor to generate piezoelectric ultrasound, and causing a piezoelectric driving shaft connected to the piezoelectric motor to generate vibration in accordance with the piezoelectric ultrasound;coupling a piezoelectric operating unit provided with the transducer to the piezoelectric driving shaft, thereby causing the piezoelectric operating unit to move along the piezoelectric driving shaft in accordance with the vibration of the piezoelectric driving shaft; andpredetermining information as to positions, at which the transducer radiates ultrasound, and performing a control operation for stopping the movement of the piezoelectric operating unit along the piezoelectric driving shaft when it is sensed that the piezoelectric operating unit reaches one of the predetermined position, and irradiating ultrasound through the transducer.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the control operation for stopping the piezoelectric operating unit and irradiating ultrasound through the transducer comprises:previously storing, in association with a position sensor to sense a position of the piezoelectric operating unit, sensing values respectively corresponding to a plurality of positions, at which the transducer radiates ultrasound, stopping an operation of the piezoelectric motor to stop the piezoelectric operating unit and controlling the transducer to radiate ultrasound ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SUPPORTING SKIN TREATMENT USING ULTRASONIC WAVES, AND NON-TEMPORARY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM

According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a system for supporting a skin treatment using ultrasound comprises a treatment map management unit configured to determine an ultrasonic treatment map of at least one of a treatment intensity, a treatment number and a treatment depth for at least one skin section of a user with reference to skin condition information including information about at least one of moisture content and wrinkles of the user's skin; a guide providing unit configured to provide the user with a guide for treatment based on the determined ultrasonic treatment map; and a monitoring management unit configured to monitor whether the user follows the guide with reference to treatment action information of the user according to the provided guide. 1. A system for supporting a skin treatment using ultrasound , comprising:a treatment map management unit configured to determine an ultrasonic treatment map of at least one of a treatment intensity, a treatment number and a treatment depth for at least one skin section of a user with reference to skin condition information including information about at least one of moisture content and wrinkles of the user's skin;a guide providing unit configured to provide the user with a guide for treatment based on the determined ultrasonic treatment map; anda monitoring management unit configured to monitor whether the user follows the guide with reference to treatment action information of the user according to the provided guide.2. The system of claim 1 ,wherein the treatment map management unit further refers to an ultrasonic treatment reference map related to profile information of the user to determine the ultrasonic treatment map.3. The system of claim 2 ,wherein the treatment map management unit specifies a treatment number for at least one skin section of the user based on the ultrasonic treatment reference map.4. The system of claim 1 ,wherein the treatment map management unit determines a treatment ...

Skin care device with multiple functions

The present invention provides a skin care device with multiple functions. The skin care device includes a main body having a first connecting terminal formed on the upper portion thereof; a plurality of skin care heads individually and detachably combined with the main body, the skin care heads each having a second connecting terminal formed on the lower portion thereof and having at least one of a galvanic current generator, an ultrasonic vibrator, or a near-infrared light emitting diode (LED) installed therein; and a product identification displaying part displays an identification number of the heads or a relevant image of the heads on a display screen when the first connecting terminal and the second connection terminal are connected each other. The skin care device allows users to care their skin effectively through a variety of beneficial functions such as galvanic electric current, ultrasonic vibrations, and near-infrared LED.

SONOTRODE

Disclosed are methods and devices for treatment of subcutaneous fat by simultaneously transdermally inducing both ultrasonic transverse vibrations and ultrasonic longitudinal vibrations in subcutaneous tissue, for example for reduction of subcutaneous fat. 2. The device of claim 1 , configured to simultaneously transdermally induce substantial ultrasonic transverse vibrations and substantial ultrasonic longitudinal vibrations in a volume of subcutaneous tissue through skin with which said working face is acoustically coupled.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an ultrasound power supply functionally associated with said ultrasonic transducer claim 1 , configured to provide to said ultrasonic transducer claim 1 , when activated claim 1 , an alternating current oscillating at said selected ultrasonic frequency.47-. (canceled)8. The device of claim 1 , wherein said stem portion of said sonotrode is tapered claim 1 , optionally wherein said tapering is such that a ratio of a cross sectional area of said proximal face of said sonotrode to a cross sectional area of said distal end of said stem portion is such that a magnitude of amplitude amplification of ultrasonic longitudinal vibrations having said selected ultrasonic frequency is not less than 2.5×.9. (canceled)10. The device of claim 1 , wherein a cross sectional area of said distal end of said stem portion where said stem portion meets said back side of said cap portion is not less than that of a 5 mm diameter circle (20 mm) and not more than that of a 25 mm diameter circle (491 mm).11. The device of claim 1 , wherein not less than 70% of a surface area of said working face is planar and perpendicular to said sonotrode axis.12. The device of claim 1 , wherein not less than 70% of a surface area of the back side is planar and perpendicular to said sonotrode axis.13. The device of claim 1 , wherein not less than 70% of a surface area of both said working face and of said back side are planar and mutually ...

System for skin cancer treatment using low intensity ultrasound

The present invention relates to a system for skin cancer treatment using low intensity ultrasound. The system comprises an ultrasound transducer, a temperature sensing unit, and a control unit. The temperature sensing unit measures the temperature of the skin being exposed to ultrasound and provides temperature data to the control unit, which controls the ultrasound transducer accordingly.

CARTRIDGE FOR HIGH INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND DEVICE COMPRISING PIEZOELECTRIC LINEAR MOTOR AND PIEZOELECTRIC LINEAR MOTOR

A cartridge for a high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) device and a piezoelectric linear motor are disclosed. By using the cartridge for a HIFU device according to the present invention, a transducer module is coupled to a piezoelectric linear motor driveable in water and embedded in the cartridge, heat generated when a conventional step motor is driven is fundamentally removed, an additional cooling fan is not needed, ultra-low power consumption and ultra-precise transfer can be realized, and thus an effective procedure can be performed. A skin beauty device may include ultrasound and high frequency units, apply a high frequency to a skin to be treated so as to crack a stratum corneum, and apply ultrasound to the skin to be treated, and thus a medicament drug can easily penetrate the treated skin. In addition, the piezoelectric linear motor in which a piezoelectric actuator and a moving shaft are stably coupled is provided. 1. A cartridge for a high intensity focused ultrasound device , comprising:a cartridge housing in which a sound transmission medium is stored and a transmission window sealed by an ultrasound transmission film is formed in a lower portion thereof;a transducer embedded in the cartridge housing, controlled by a main body, and configured to generate a high intensity focused ultrasound; anda piezoelectric linear motor embedded in the cartridge housing, controlled by the main body, and configured to transfer the transducer.2. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the transducer includes:a transducer housing;a dome type piezoelectric actuator installed on a lower end portion of the transducer housing and configured to generate a high intensity focused ultrasound;silver electrodes applied on an upper surface and a lower surface of the piezoelectric actuator; andwires connected to the silver electrodes,wherein the transducer is embedded in a support to be transferred.3. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the piezoelectric linear motor includes:a dome ...

Energy treatment device

An energy treatment device includes a treatment portion that receives a supply of energy and treats a treatment target, a controller that controls the supply of energy with respect to the treatment portion, a converter that is configured to receive heat energy generated with the treatment of the treatment target, and to convert a temperature difference into an electric energy, and a receiver that receives the electric energy converted at the converter.

LIGHT AND/OR ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER DEVICE WITH ELECTRICAL STIMULATION

A flexible device having a layered structure for delivering electrical stimulation and one or both of light and ultrasound to a skin surface is provided. The device is flexible so as to form a non-planar contact surface against the skin surface, and includes one or both of (a) a flexible light emitter layer positioned between two flexible conductive layers that emits light when driven by a power source and (b) a flexible ultrasound emitter layer positioned between two flexible conductive layers that produces ultrasound when driven by a power source. The device also includes a flexible electrical stimulation layer that functions as an electrode and is configured to provide electrical stimulation when driven by a power source. 1. A flexible device having a layered structure for delivering electrical stimulation and one or both of light and ultrasound to a skin surface , comprising:a plurality of flexible conductive layers connectable to a power source;one or both of (a) a flexible light emitter layer positioned between two of the flexible conductive layers, wherein the flexible light emitter layer is configured to emit light when driven by the power source and (b) a flexible ultrasound emitter layer positioned between two of the flexible conductive layers, wherein the flexible ultrasound emitter layer is configured to produce ultrasound when driven by the power source; anda flexible electrical stimulation layer connectable to the power source, wherein the flexible electrical stimulation layer functions as an electrode and is configured to provide electrical stimulation when driven by the power source.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the flexible electrical stimulation layer functions as one of the flexible conductive layers.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the flexible electrical stimulation layer is transparent such that the light passes through the flexible electrical stimulation layer to the skin surface.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the ...

Apparatus, System and Method for Neurostimulation by High Frequency Ultrasound

An apparatus, system, and method for neurostimulation by high frequency ultrasound. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a pulse generator, an ultrasound transducer coupled to the pulse generator, and an implantable stimulator. The implantable stimulator may include a piezoelectric element configured to convert ultrasound signals from the ultrasound transducer into electrical signals, a rectifier configured to convert alternating current from the piezoelectric element to a monophasic current, a capacitor coupled to the rectifier, and a first electrode and a second electrode coupled to the rectifier and capacitor and configured to transmit the monophasic current to body tissue. In addition, the apparatus may include a current-limiting circuit configured to limit the amount of current transmitted to the body tissue. 1. A neurostimulator , comprising:a pulse generator;an ultrasound transducer coupled to the pulse generator; a piezoelectric element configured to convert ultrasound signals from the ultrasound transducer into electrical signals;', 'a rectifier configured to convert the electrical signals from the piezoelectric element to a monophasic current;', 'a capacitor coupled to the rectifier;', 'a first electrode and a second electrode coupled to the rectifier and capacitor and configured to transmit the monophasic current to body tissue; and, 'an implantable stimulator, where the implantable stimulator comprisesa current-limiting circuit configured to limit the amount of current transmitted to the body tissue.2. The neurostimulator of claim 1 , where the current-limiting circuit is coupled to the first electrode and second electrode.3. The neurostimulator of claim 1 , where the current-limiting circuit comprises a zener diode.4. The neurostimulator of claim 1 , where the implantable stimulator further comprises a voltage multiplier or impedance matching circuit.5. The neurostimulator of claim 1 , where the current-limiting circuit comprises a pulse-width ...

Methods and Systems for Treating Plantar Fascia

Various embodiments, described herein, provide methods and systems for the treatment of plantar fascia. In some embodiments, a method of non-invasive treatment of plantar fascia can include the steps of identifying a damage location comprising a planter fascia; directing a conformal distribution of ultrasound energy to the plantar fascia at the damage location; creating a plurality of micro lesions in the plantar fascia at the damage location; initiating healing of a plurality of micro tears in the plantar fascia at the damage location; and sparing intervening tissue between the plantar fascia and a surface of a sole of a foot.

ULTRASOUND TRANSDUCER AND SYSTEM

Some embodiments of the invention relate to an applicator for applying ultrasound energy to a tissue volume, comprising: an array comprising a plurality of ultrasound transducers, the transducers arranged side by side, the transducers configured to emit unfocused ultrasound energy suitable to thermally damage at least a portion of the tissue volume, each of the transducers comprising a coating thin enough so as not to substantially affect heat transfer via the coating to the tissue; and 1. An ultrasound transducer , comprising:a piezo element comprising top and bottom electrodes;an electrically conductive element in contact with said top electrode;a substrate layer on which said bottom electrode is mounted, said substrate layer comprising no more than 10% electrically conductive material in volume disposed within said substrate, said electrically conductive material sufficient for conducting electrical current to said bottom electrode.2. The ultrasound transducer according to claim 1 , wherein said substrate layer comprises at least 10 electrically conductive elements dispersed in an electrically insulating matrix claim 1 , such that at least 90% of a surface area of said bottom electrode is in contact with said electrically insulating matrix claim 1 , and less than 10% of a surface area of said bottom electrode is in contact with said electrically conductive elements; said less than 10% distributed across a total surface area of said bottom electrode.3. The transducer according to claim 1 , wherein said substrate has a thickness smaller than 100 microns.4. The transducer according to claim 1 , wherein said substrate is mounted on an electrically conductive layer claim 1 , said electrically conductive layer mounted on an isolating layer claim 1 , and said isolating layer is mounted on a base.5. The transducer according to claim 2 , wherein said 10% of said surface area contacting said electrically conductive elements is in the form of a plurality of contact points ...

BEAUTY INSTRUMENT

A beauty instrument includes a plurality of electrodes separated into a first electrode group and a second electrode group that are continuous with each other. The electrode groups are controlled so that a current supply state and a current supply suspension state are alternated between the two groups every predetermined period of time. An operation of four electrodes of each of the first electrode group and the second electrode group can be so controlled that a positive electric charge of one pair of the electrodes and a negative electric charge of the other pair of the electrodes are alternately replaced with each other with a diagonal line connecting the diagonally disposed two positive electrodes to each other crossing with a diagonal line connecting the diagonally disposed two negative electrodes to each other. 1. A beauty instrument comprising a plurality of electrodes and being capable of applying high-frequency waves to user's skin from said electrodes thereof , wherein a plurality of said electrodes is continuously arranged , and an operation of a plurality of said electrodes can be so controlled that a current supply state and a current supply suspension state are alternated among a plurality of said electrodes every predetermined period of time.2. A beauty instrument comprising a plurality of electrodes capable of applying high-frequency waves to user's skin from said electrodes thereof , wherein a plurality of said electrodes is arranged by separating said electrodes into a plurality of electrode groups with said electrodes being continuous with each other , and an operation of said electrode groups can be so controlled that a current supply state and a current supply suspension state are alternated among a plurality of said electrode groups every predetermined period of time.3. The beauty instrument according to claim 1 , wherein a number of said electrodes is 4n (n=1 or more) claim 1 , and four electrodes of each electrode group are disposed at ...

BAND TRANSDUCER ULTRASOUND THERAPY

Embodiments of a dermatological cosmetic treatment and/or imaging system and method can include use of transducer to create a linear thermal treatment zone at a focal depth to form a band shaped treatment area. The system can include one or more ultrasound transducers, a cylindrical transduction element, an imaging element, a hand wand, a removable transducer module, a control module, and/or graphical user interface. In some embodiments, a coated transducer may be used to provide more consistent treatment in cosmetic procedures, including brow lifts, fat reduction, sweat reduction, and treatment of the décolletage. Skin tightening, lifting and amelioration of wrinkles and stretch marks are provided. Treatment may include heating of tissue for a duration to deactivate a percentage of cells in the treatment region. 1. An ultrasound transduction system , comprising:a cylindrical transduction element; anda power source configured to drive the cylindrical transduction element,wherein the cylindrical transduction element is configured to apply ultrasonic energy to a linear focal zone at a focal depth,wherein the cylindrical transduction element comprises a first surface and a second surface,wherein the first surface comprises an electrically conductive coating fully covering the first surface,wherein the second surface comprises two electrically conductive coated regions and at least one region that is not coated with an electrically conductive coating,wherein the two coated regions on the second surface comprises a conductive material that forms an electrode when the power source is in electric communication with each coated region,wherein the conductive material comprises silver;wherein the coated regions on the second surface cover at least 60% of the second surface;wherein the coated regions on the second surface comprise a lateral edge, a medial edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge;wherein the two coated regions on the second surface is configured to ...

System and methods of tissue microablation using fractional treatment patterns

An apparatus for treating tissue includes a first energy application device to direct energy at tissue of a patient to cause at least one channel to be formed and a controller to control application of energy from the first energy application device to form the at least one channel. The at least one channel may be in the shape of a spiral-like shape or may be in a flower-like shape. Mechanisms are provided to help open channels formed in the human skin structure. A second energy application source may be used to maintain the channel open after formation. The controller may cause the first energy application device to form a plurality of channels of varying depth, width and distribution over the human skin surface. The apparatus to control the application of energy may be operated using a foot-activated pedal.

REJUVENATING SKIN BY HEATING TISSUE FOR COSMETIC TREATMENT OF THE FACE AND BODY

Systems and methods for treating skin and subcutaneous tissue with energy such as ultrasound energy are disclosed. In various embodiments, ultrasound energy is applied at a region of interest to affect tissue by cutting, ablating, micro-ablating, coagulating, or otherwise affecting the subcutaneous tissue to conduct numerous procedures that are traditionally done invasively in a non-invasive manner. Lifting sagging tissue on a face, neck, and/or body are described. Treatment with heat is provided in several embodiments. 1providing a probe that emits ultrasound energy;coupling the probe to a skin surface over a region comprising subcutaneous fat, muscle, and connective tissue; anddelivering therapeutic ultrasound energy to the region at a treatment frequency of between 4 MHz and 15 MHz,wherein the therapeutic ultrasound energy thermally treats at least one of the group consisting of subcutaneous fat, muscle, and connective tissue at a specific depth under the skin surface to reduce skin sagging.. A method of treating sagging skin, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/740,092 filed Jun. 15, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/965,741 filed Aug. 13, 2013, now patented as U.S. Pat. No. 9,095,697, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/835,635 filed Mar. 15, 2013, now patented as U.S. Pat. No. 8,915,853, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/494,856 filed Jun. 12, 2012, now patented as U.S. Pat. No. 8,444,562, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/857,989 filed Sep. 19, 2007, now abandoned, which claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional No. 60/826,199 filed Sep. 19, 2006, each of which are incorporated in its entirety by reference, herein. U.S. application Ser. No. 13/494,856, now patented as U.S. Pat. No. 8,444,562, is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/028,636 filed Feb. 8, 2008 and now patented as U.S. ...

DEVICE FOR INTRACELLULAR TRANSPORT IN RESONANCE

The invention pertains to a device for resonance intracellular transport wherein said device can be connected to two electrodes, wherein a first of said electrodes is configured to contain an active principle to be administered by an intracellular route, the device comprising a wave generator configured to generate a driving signal to be sent to said electrodes, wherein said driving signal comprises a plurality of packets grouped in trains of packets and in groups of trains, wherein each packet consists of a unidirectional signal resulting from the combination of a modulating signal and a carrier signal, wherein each train of packets consists of a series of packets, wherein each group of trains comprises a series of trains of packets, and said wave generator is configured to reverse the polarity of said trains of packets, characterised in that the device is configured to generate a driving signal having a first depth frequency of the carrier signal correlated to the depth of an organ or of a tissue to be treated and at least a second depth frequency correlated to the thickness of the said organ or tissue, and to generate resonance frequencies expressed by the repetition frequency of the packets, by the repetition frequency of the trains of packets and by the repetition frequency of the groups of trains. 1120302010203010410210. A device () for resonance intracellular transport wherein said device can be connected to two electrodes ( , ) , wherein a first of said electrodes () is configured to contain an active principle to be administered by an intracellular route , the device comprising a wave generator () configured to generate a driving signal to be sent to said electrodes ( , ) , wherein said driving signal includes a plurality of packets (P) grouped into trains of packets (Tr) and into groups of trains (TG) , wherein each packet (P) consists of a unidirectional signal resulting from the combination of a modulating signal () and a carrier signal () , wherein each ...

LIGHT-BASED MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF COLLAGEN DENATURATION MEASUREMENT AND A SKIN TREATMENT SYSTEM

The measurement system comprises a light source configured and arranged for emitting a light beam via a polarization modulator to a target position inside the skin wherein the polarization modulator is configured and arranged to simultaneously provide, in use, a first and a second region in a cross-section of the light beam in the target position, the first and the second region being distinct and having a corresponding first and second direction of polarization, the first and the second polarization direction being different from each other, and the measurement system also comprises a detection unit to simultaneously detect a first and a second intensity of reflected light the first intensity corresponding to light reflected from the first region of the light beam in the target position and the second intensity corresponding to light reflected from the second region of the light beam in the target position and the measurement system further comprises a processor being coupled to the detection unit for determining a difference between the first and the second intensity. 2. The measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the processor is further configured to determine a degree of collagen denaturation using the difference between the first and the second intensity.3. The measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the light beam emitted by the light source is linearly polarized.4. The measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the first and the second direction of polarization each comprise a linear polarization claim 1 , and an angular difference between the first and the second direction of polarization is approximately equal to 45 degrees.5. The measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement system further comprises an optical element for focusing the spatially modulated light beam into the target position inside the skin.6. The measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the first and the second intensity detected by ...

Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin

According to some embodiments, a method of treating a skin surface of a subject comprises heating a skin surface, abrading native skin tissue of a subject using a microdermabrasion device, wherein using the microdermabrasion device comprises moving the microdermabrasion device relative to the skin surface while simultaneously delivering at least one treatment fluid to the skin surface being treated and cooling the abraded skin surface.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR GUIDING AND RELEASING ENERGY BASED ON THREE-DIMENSIONAL SKIN TEMPERATURE TOPOGRAPHIC MAP

The present invention discloses a method for guiding and releasing energy based on a three-dimensional skin temperature topographic map, and also relates to a corresponding device for guiding and releasing energy. The device for guiding and releasing energy performs dynamic closed-loop control on a temperature sensor and an interventional energy release unit, and eventually controls a temperature value of skin tissue to be within an optimal temperature range to achieve dynamic balance between interventional energy therapy and dynamic monitoring and diagnosis. The three-dimensional skin temperature topographic map is displayed according to spatial location data and real-time temperature data, so that an operator is provided with intuitive and clear operation instructions. 1. A method for generating a three-dimensional skin temperature topographic map , for being applied in a device including an inertial navigation unit and a temperature sensor whose relative location remains unchanged , comprises the following steps:the inertial navigation unit recording a three-dimensional curve along which the temperature sensor moves on a skin surface, to obtain spatial locations data, and the temperature sensor recording real-time temperature data at each of the spatial locations simultaneously; andintegrating the spatial locations data and corresponding real-time temperature data to obtain a three-dimensional skin temperature topographic map.2. The method for generating a three-dimensional skin temperature topographic map according to claim 1 , further comprising:obtaining, by the inertial navigation unit, an acceleration a location and a speed of the device by performing integration on the acceleration of measured by an accelerometer; and obtaining an angle of an object by integrating an angular increment of an object measured by a gyroscope, and correcting the acceleration of the object in an inertial system by using angle information.3. A method for guiding and releasing ...

Methods, devices, and systems for treating bacteria with mechanical stress energy and electromagnetic energy

A portion of a treatment device for treating bacteria may be coupled with the bacteria through direct or indirect contact. Mechanical stress energy and electromagnetic energy are generated with the treatment device, and are transmitted from the treatment device to the bacteria during the coupling. The bacteria are treated with both the mechanical stress energy and the electromagnetic energy to produce a killing effect on the bacteria. A treatment device may include a mechanical stress energy emitting portion, an electromagnetic energy emitting portion, and a contacting portion for coupling into direct or indirect contact with the bacteria and transmitting mechanical stress energy to the bacteria during the coupling. The mechanical stress energy emitting portion and the electromagnetic energy emitting portion are operable to treat the bacteria with a combination of mechanical stress energy and electromagnetic energy to produce a killing effect on the bacteria.

Ultrasonic cartridge and head for ultrasound therapy using same

The present invention relates to an ultrasonic cartridge and a head for ultrasound therapy using the same. A cartridge housing, which has an ultrasonic transducer unit therein, stores a liquid, and has an ultrasonic wave transmission window on the lower surface thereof, is divided into an upper housing member provided with the ultrasonic transducer unit and a lower housing member provided with the ultrasonic wave transmission window, and a distance between the ultrasonic transducer unit and the ultrasonic wave transmission window is adjusted, such that the depth of focus of ultrasonic waves in the skin can be controlled. As such, the structure of a product can be significantly simplified, and the manufacturing cost can be considerably reduced.

Systems and methods for tissue treatment

A method for aesthetic soft tissue treatment includes placing at least one applicator in contact with the patient's body. The applicator has at least one electrode. Electrotherapy and radio frequency therapy are provided to the soft tissue, optionally with overlay or sequentially. A handheld applicator may be used, with the applicator moving during the therapy, which may provide muscle stimulation in the patient, or provide an analgesic effect during the treatment. A spacing object may be positioned between the skin of the patient and the applicator.

Systems and Methods for Accelerating Healing of Implanted Material and/or Native Tissue

Various embodiments provide methods and systems for ultrasound treatment of tissue are provided. Accordingly, a method can include locating an implant in a site in a body, directing a medicant to at least one of the implant and the site, directing ultrasound energy to the site, and accelerating healing of the implant and/or native tissue at the site. 1. A method of enhancing a cosmetic implant , the method comprising:targeting a location of the cosmetic implant in a patient;determining an enhancement necessary to improve an aesthetic of the cosmetic implant;delivering ultrasound energy to at least one of the cosmetic implant and tissue surrounding the cosmetic implant;improving the aesthetic of the cosmetic implant with the ultrasound energy.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the cosmetic implant is a breast implant located in a breast of the patient.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the improving the aesthetic of the cosmetic implant with the ultrasound energy is modifying a shape of the breast of the patient.4. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising creating a conformal region of elevated temperature in at least one of the breast implant and the tissue surrounding the breast implant.5. The method according to claim 4 , further comprisingcreating at least one lesion in the tissue surrounding the breast implant;applying mechanical ultrasound energy to at least one of the breast implant and the tissue surrounding the breast implant;moving the breast implant into a space created by the at least one lesion;and modifying a shape of the breast of the patient.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein in the cosmetic implant is a cosmetic filler located below a skin surface of the patient.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the improving the aesthetic of the cosmetic implant with the ultrasound energy is smoothing the skin surface proximate to the cosmetic filler.8. The method according to claim 6 , further comprising:heating ...

Ultrasound transducer and system

Some embodiments of the invention relate to an applicator for applying ultrasound energy to a tissue volume, comprising: an array comprising a plurality of ultrasound transducers, the transducers arranged side by side, the transducers configured to emit unfocused ultrasound energy suitable to thermally damage at least a portion of the tissue volume, each of the transducers comprising a coating thin enough so as not to substantially affect heat transfer via the coating to the tissue; and a cooling module configured to apply cooling via the transducers to prevent overheating of a surface of the tissue volume being contacted by the transducers.

ULTRASONIC SURGICAL APPARATUS WITH SILICON WAVEGUIDE

Ultrasound surgical apparatus are disclosed, including: medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal guide members for control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpieces with proximally mounted ultrasound radiators configured to create a distally-focused beam of ultrasound energy, in combination with distal rolling members for manipulability and control of focal point depth; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors providing a probe with a probe dilation region configured to have an average outside diameter that is equal to or greater than the average outside diameter of a probe tip and neck; as well as junctions to an ultrasonically inactive probe sheath; medical ultrasound handpiece assemblies with coupled end effectors having positionable, ultrasonically inactive probe sheath ends slidably operable to both cover and expose at least a probe tip; and ultrasound transducer cores including a transducer structure affixed to a longitudinally elongated, generally planar, single crystal or polycrystalline material waveguide. 1. A method of manufacturing an ultrasonic core for an ultrasonic surgical instrument , the method comprising the steps of:selecting a single crystal piezoelectric material and cutting the material to form a plate having major faces coincident with the <011> crystallographic plane;adding at least one planar electrode member to a major face of the plate;bonding the opposite major face of the plate to a side of a longitudinally elongated, generally planar waveguide; andafter the bonding step, applying a poling current across the at least one planar electrode member and the plate to pole the single crystal piezoelectric material in the <011> crystallographic direction.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the single crystal piezoelectric material is cut in with a zxt +0° cut direction claim 1 , with ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NON-INVASIVE TREATMENT WITH IMPROVED EFFICIENCY

This disclosure provides systems and methods for non-invasive treatment to a region of interest with improved efficiency. The systems and methods can include a treatment device having an energy source and a rolling member. The rolling member can include a wall disposed between the energy source and the region of interest. Treatment can be provided at a first location, followed by moving the treatment device, then energy transmission can be terminated if coupling between the energy source and the region of interest is interrupted or treatment can be provided at a second location if the coupling between the energy source and the region of interest is uninterrupted. 1. A treatment device for delivering an energy into a region of interest beneath a target surface , the treatment device comprising:an energy source configured for delivery of the energy;a rolling member to move the treatment device relative to the target surface, the rolling member comprising a wall disposed between the energy source and the region of interest, the energy passing through the wall at least once prior to the delivery into the region of interest;a control module configured to control the energy source;a contact sensor in communication with the control module and configured to determine when the energy source is coupled to the region of interest; anda housing coupled to the rolling member to move along the target surface while retaining coupling between the energy source and the region of interest.2. The treatment device according to claim 1 , wherein the rolling member is sealed and contains a coupling medium to facilitate coupling of the energy source with the region of interest.3. The treatment device according to claim 1 , wherein the energy source is at least one ultrasound transducer configured to controllably direct acoustic energy into the region of interest.4. The treatment device according to claim 1 , wherein the energy source comprises at least one ultrasound transducer configured ...

METHODS, KITS, AND COOLING DEVICES FOR DISRUPTING FUNCTION OF ONE OR MORE SEBACEOUS GLANDS

One aspect of the invention provides a cooling device including a cooling unit and a control unit. The control unit is programmed to control operation of the cooling unit in order to cool one or more sebaceous glands within a local region for a period of time and to a temperature sufficient to disrupt function of the one or more sebaceous glands without permanently injuring epidermal tissue or cooling subcutaneous adipose tissue to 25° C. or below 25° C. 160-. (canceled)61. A cooling device comprising:a cooling unit; anda control unit programmed to control operation of the cooling unit in order to cool one or more sebaceous glands within a local region for a period of time and to a temperature sufficient to disrupt function of the one or more sebaceous glands without permanently injuring epidermal tissue or cooling subcutaneous adipose tissue to 25° C. or below 25° C.62. The cooling device of claim 61 , wherein the control unit is programmed to control operation of the cooling unit to cool the one or more sebaceous glands below a temperature selected from the group consisting of: about 15° C. claim 61 , about 14° C. claim 61 , about 13° C. claim 61 , about 12° C. claim 61 , about 11° C. claim 61 , about 10° C. claim 61 , about 9° C. claim 61 , about 8° C. claim 61 , about 7° C. claim 61 , about 6° C. claim 61 , about 5° C. claim 61 , about 4° C. claim 61 , about 3° C. claim 61 , about 2° C. claim 61 , about 1° C. claim 61 , about 0° C. claim 61 , about −1° C. claim 61 , about −2° C. claim 61 , about −3° C. claim 61 , about −4° C. claim 61 , about −5° C. claim 61 , about −6° C. claim 61 , about −7° C. claim 61 , about −8° C. claim 61 , about −9° C. claim 61 , and about −10° C.63. The cooling device of claim 61 , wherein the control unit is programmed to control operation of the cooling unit to cool the sebaceous glands at a rate selected from the group consisting of: between about 20° C. per minute and about 30° C. per minute claim 61 , between about 30° C. per ...

Device and method for unattended treatment of a patient

An unattended approach can increase the reproducibility and safety of the treatment as the chance of over/under treating of a certain area is significantly decreased. On the other hand, unattended treatment of uneven or rugged areas can be challenging in terms of maintaining proper distance or contact with the treated tissue, mostly on areas which tend to differ from patient to patient (e.g. facial area). Delivering energy via a system of active elements embedded in a flexible pad adhesively attached to the skin offers a possible solution. The unattended approach may include delivering of multiple energies to enhance a visual appearance.

Stimulus method for eye treatment

A method for an eye treatment includes the steps of: providing guide elements made on the specific sites of a subject which comprise (1) a site that intersects a perpendicular line of medial malleolus and an extension line of medial margin on OS metatasale primam 1 and 2, (2) a pupil of a left or right eye, (3) ST 36 point of a left or right leg, and (4) SP point; and controlling a temperature of the guide elements to be a range from 40 to 50±5° C., thereby applying the thermal stimulus to the respective specific sites to increase a blood flow by 60% or more and promote secretion of a growth hormone in the subject.

ULTRASONIC TREATMENT DEVICE

An ultrasonic treatment device includes a treatment main body, a treatment handpiece and a display control console, wherein the treatment main body is fittingly connected to the treatment handpiece; the display control console is coupled to the treatment main body via an interactive connection. A treatment handpiece is also provided for use with an ultrasound treatment device. 1. A ultrasonic treatment device , comprising:a treatment main body,a treatment handpiece, and the treatment main body is fittingly connected to the treatment handpiece;', 'the display control console is coupled to the treatment main body via an interactive connection;', 'the treatment handpiece comprises a handle and a treatment tip, wherein the handle and the treatment tip are connected via a detachable connection, a transducer for focusing ultrasound is arranged in the treatment tip, and a motor for driving the transducer to move is arranged in the handle;', 'the treatment main body comprises a driving unit, a control unit and a ultrasound power unit, wherein the driving unit is coupled to the motor in the handle, the ultrasound power unit is coupled to the transducer in the treatment tip, and the control unit is respectively coupled to the driving unit and the ultrasound power unit; and', 'the detachable connection via which the handle and the treatment tip are connected is through a card slot or a turning knob., 'wherein, 'a di splay control console;'}2. The ultrasonic treatment device according to claim 1 , wherein in the treatment handpiece claim 1 , the transducer in the treatment tip is fittingly connected to the motor in the handle claim 1 , and the motor is configured to move the transducer along a vertical direction or a horizontal direction.3. The ultrasonic treatment device according to claim 1 , further comprising an ultrasound coupling unit configured for adjusting treatment depth claim 1 , wherein the ultrasound coupling unit is arranged on a treatment side of the treatment ...

SYSTEM FOR SKIN CANCER TREATMENT USING LOW INTENSITY ULTRASOUND

The present invention relates to a system for skin cancer treatment using low intensity ultrasound. The system comprises an ultrasound transducer, a temperature sensing unit, and a control unit. The temperature sensing unit measures the temperature of the skin being exposed to ultrasound and provides temperature data to the control unit, which controls the ultrasound transducer accordingly. 1. A method of treating skin cancer in a subject comprising(a) scanning a contour of skin containing the skin cancer and generating data of the contour of the skin containing the skin cancer;(b) using the generated data to fabricate a skin contacting surface of an ultrasound transducer having a contour the conforms to the contour of the skin containing the skin cancer;(c) positioning the skin-contacting surface of the ultrasound transducer of the system onto the surface of the skin containing the cancer; and(d) exposing the skin containing the cancer to low intensity ultrasound whereby the frequency, intensity and duration of the ultrasound are selected and controlled to induce a higher death rate of the skin cancer cells than normal skin cells in the focal zone.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the skin cancer comprises basal cell carcinoma claim 1 , squamous cell carcinoma claim 1 , melanoma claim 1 , or any combination thereof.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the skin cancer comprises melanoma.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the subject is a mammal.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the mammal is a human.6. The method according to wherein the skin contacting surface of the ultrasound transducer is produced by 3 dimensional (“3D”) laser scanning of the surface of the skin containing the cancer.7. The method according to wherein the skin contacting surface is fabricated by molding.8. The method according to wherein the skin contacting surface is fabricated by machining claim 1 , including at least one of mechanical cutting claim 1 , ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATMENT OF CUTANEOUS AND SUBCUTANEOUS CONDITIONS

The present invention provides method and apparatus for treating tissue in a region at depth while protecting non-targeted tissue by cyclically applying cooling to the patients skin, and preferably to the region, and by applying radiation to the patient's skin above the region to selectively heat tissue during and/or after cooling is applied. At least one of cooling and radiation may be applied by successively passing a continuous output applicator over the patient's skin. Treatment may also be enhanced by applying mechanical, acoustic or electrical stimulation to the region. 1. A method for treating subcutaneous tissue in a region at depth of a patient's body , comprising:applying energy using an energy source to the skin surface to reach a region at depth of a patient's body, said applied energy being of sufficient power and duration to raise the temperature of said region;removing the application of energy by the energy source to said region;repeating applying energy to said region and removing the application of energy by the energy source to said region for a sufficient number of cycles to effect any of a cosmetic or a therapeutic treatment in said tissue, wherein the duration of the temperature rise that the patient can tolerate is increased compared with the duration of the temperature rise that the patient can tolerate in the absence of repeatedly cycling applying energy to and removing the application of energy by the energy source to said region.2. The method of further comprising:cooling the skin surface above the region for a selected duration.3. The method of wherein the cooled skin surface temperature is within the range between 0° C. and 25° C.4. The method of wherein cooling is applied prior to applying energy to the skin surface.5. The method of wherein the cooling is selected to improve patient tolerance.6. The method of wherein the temperature of said region is raised to from about 41° C. to 47° C.7. The method of wherein the cosmetic treatment ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATMENT OF CUTANEOUS AND SUBCUTANEOUS CONDITIONS

The present invention provides method and apparatus for treating tissue in a region at depth while protecting non-targeted tissue by cyclically applying cooling to the patients skin, and preferably to the region, and by applying radiation to the patient's skin above the region to selectively heat tissue during and/or after cooling is applied. At least one of cooling and radiation may be applied by successively passing a continuous output applicator over the patient's skin. Treatment may also be enhanced by applying mechanical, acoustic or electrical stimulation to the region. 1. A method for tightening a patient's skin , comprising:applying energy to the skin surface during a heating phase so as to increase a temperature of a target region at depth below the skin surface to be in a range from about 42° C. to about 47° C., wherein said target region comprises tissue about the dermis-hypodermis junction;terminating the heating phase such that the temperature of the target region decreases to a temperature above about 40° C.;cooling the patient's skin surface to maintain the skin surface at a level below a damage threshold; andrepeating the heating phase and termination of the heating phase so as to cycle the temperature of the target region so as to effect a cosmetic treatment comprising tightening of the skin.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a combined duration of the heating phase and termination of the heating phase is less than about 11 seconds.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a combined duration of the heating phase and termination of the heating phase is in a range from about 5 seconds to about 11 seconds.425. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target region is at a depth of about . mm below the skin surface.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the heating phase and termination of the heating phase are cycled a sufficient number of times so as to induce new collagen generation in the patient's skin.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying energy to the ...

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.

METHOD FOR PROVIDING SKIN CARE SERVICE AND SYSTEM FOR SAME

The present invention relates to a skin care system and methods for providing the same, and comprises; a server including databases and a transceiver unit; a portable terminal connected wirely or wirelessly to the server, and including an application for providing skin care services; a skin care apparatus connected wirely or wirelessly to the portable terminal; and the skin care apparatus operates according to a control signal of the portable terminal, wherein the control signal is generated based on the database according to cosmetics and a user's condition provided from the server. 1. A skin care system comprising:a server including databases and a transceiver unit;a portable terminal connected wirely or wirelessly to the server, and including an application for providing skin care services;a skin care apparatus connected wirely or wirelessly to the portable terminal; andthe skin care apparatus operates according to a control signal of the portable terminal, wherein the control signal is generated based on the database according to cosmetics and a user's condition provided from the server.2. The skin care system of claim 1 ,wherein the condition of the user includes age, skin condition, history of cosmetics use, and weather condition of the user's location which is temperature or the amount of ultraviolet rays.3. The skin care system of claim 2 ,wherein the application of the portable terminal displays a control screen of the skin care apparatus, andthe user can adjust the skin care apparatus's intensity and time of use on the control screen thereof.4. The skin care system of claim 3 ,wherein the skin care apparatus provides skin care services using at least one of vibration massage method, ultrasonic method, iontophoresis method, color therapy method, and magnetic therapy method.5. The skin care system of claim 4 ,wherein the skin care apparatus includes a vibrator, andthe vibrator provides massage and music at the same time.6. The skin care system of claim 2 , ...

Skin wrinkle treatment

A method for treating skin may first involve contacting an applicator of a skin heating device with an epidermal layer of the skin. The applicator may be activated to generate high-frequency alternating magnetic fields. The applicator may be used to heat a dermal layer of the skin, with the high-frequency alternating magnetic fields, to a temperature of less than 40 degrees Celsius, to stimulate a release of heat shock protein in the dermal layer to promote collagen generation. The method may also involve limiting heating of the dermal layer of the skin to less than 40 degrees Celsius.

Hand-held Battery-Operated Therapeutic Ultrasonic Device

The present invention is a portable hand-held battery-operated therapeutic ultrasonic device that is specifically designed for clinical applications in muscle and joint pain management. The present invention generates stepwise high resolution, high frequency microprocessor-based signal to drive piezo-crystals for applying on the skin of the user. It makes use of a novel electronic driving technology that enables it to generate therapeutically combinations of acoustic intensities from 0 to 2 W/cmand with 80-85% efficiency. It is a lightweight device and can be programmed wirelessly by a physician/professional to be used at home by a patient. 1) A portable and handheld ultrasonic device for therapeutic purposes , comprising:a) a piezo-crystal to generate an ultrasound vibration;b) a stepwise signal driver to drive said piezo-crystal, wherein said stepwise signal driver increases the efficiency of said device by reducing the power loss;c) a processor to control said stepwise signal driver, wherein said processor determines an operating resonance frequency of said piezo-crystal during an operation and under a loading condition to control said stepwise signal driver;d) wherein said operating resonance frequency of said piezo-crystal is determined by maximizing a current passing through said piezo-crystal and by monitoring the change in shape and pattern of a voltage drop across a resistor in series with a bridge circuit, wherein an input frequency is adjusted at a predefined increment and the change in voltage pattern is measured until a maximum current is found;e) a variable voltage source;f) a power source, and 'whereby said stepwise signal driver provides enough power to operate said ultrasonic device with a battery for a true handheld and portable operation.', 'g) a user interface unit,'}2) The portable and handheld ultrasonic device of claim 1 , wherein said stepwise driver generates voltage pulses comprising of an amplitude claim 1 , a pulse duration (a) claim 1 , ...

ULTRASOUND PROBE FOR TREATING SKIN LAXITY

A probe for ultrasound treatment of skin laxity are provided. Systems and methods can include ultrasound imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area, delivering ultrasound energy at a depth and pattern to achieve the desired therapeutic effects, and/or monitoring the treatment area to assess the results and/or provide feedback. In an embodiment, a treatment system and method can be configured for producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat the epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal or deep dermal components of tissue. 1a control system for facilitating control of the ultrasound treatment system;a display system for displaying an image of at least one of epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal and deep dermal tissues within a region of interest, said display system coupled to said control system; anda probe system configured for targeted delivery of ultrasound energy producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat said at least one of said epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal and deep dermal tissue to cause reduction of the photoaged effects in tissue.. An ultrasound treatment system configured for treatment of the photoaged effects in tissue, said ultrasound treatment system comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/996,255, filed Jun. 1, 2018, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/821,070 issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,010,724, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/625,700, issued at U.S. Pat. No. 9,827,449, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/248,407, issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,694,211, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/692,114, issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,427,600, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/169,709, issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,039,619, which is a continuation of U.S. patent ...

Compositions and Methods for Treating Skin Conditions Using Light and Polycarboxylic Acids

The present invention provides compositions, methods and kits for treating acne and other skin conditions influenced by , which combine administration of low levels of at least one C2 to C5 polycarboxylic acid and blue light to skin in need of treatment for such conditions. 113-. (canceled)14. A kit comprising: (a) a topical composition comprising up to about 5 weight percent of at least one C2 to C5 polycarboxylic acid , and (b) a light delivery device that delivers blue light having a peak wavelength of 400 nm to 460 nm.15. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the topical composition comprises up to about 1 weight percent of the polycarboxylic acid.16. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the polycarboxylic acid is succinic acid.17. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the polycarboxylic acid has an oil/water partition coefficient of −1.52 to 0.33.18. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the polycarboxylic acid is free of major absorptions in the visible light range.19. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the topical composition comprises about 4 to about 20 weight percent glycerin.20. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the topical composition has a pH of 3.5-5.5.21. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the intensity of the light delivered is below about 20 mW/cm.22. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the intensity of the light delivered is below about 2 mW/cm.23. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the light delivery device also delivers ultrasonic energy.24. The kit of claim 14 , wherein the topical composition is contained in a film.25. A topical composition comprising less than about 5 weight percent succinic acid and at least about 4 weight percent glycerin.26. A film comprising a topical composition comprising up to about 5 weight percent of at least one C2 to C5 polycarboxylic acid.27. The film of claim 26 , wherein the dissolvable film is a multilayered film readily removable upon application of water thereto.28. The film of comprising a bottom skin-contacting layer comprising a glycerine derivative.29. ( ...

HIFU SKIN CARE DEVICE AND CARTRIDGE

The present invention relates to a portable HIFU skin care device. The portable HIFU skin care device () of the present invention is divided into three portions. Firstly, a main body () has a rechargeable battery embedded therein, a power button and a step button installed therein for adjusting the intensity of an ultrasonic wave, and a display for displaying the operation states of the device, including the number of shots. In addition, a cartridge () is used by being mounted on a head part of the main body () and has a HIFU transducer embedded therein. A cradle () has a charging part which is installed therein, is capable of charging by being connected with the cartridge () and an adaptor, accommodates the main body () through a placement groove while the cartridge () is mounted to the main body (), includes a UV lamp for disinfecting the head part of the cartridge () when accommodating the main body (), and charges an internal battery of the main body (). In an operation state, while the HIFU transducer is linearly moved for each one shot by a piezoelectric motor, a plurality of ultrasonic waves are emitted so as to form a plurality of ultrasonic focal point regions on an object, thereby achieving a skin care effect. In the present invention, the piezoelectric motor () is particularly installed inside the cartridge (). 1. A portable HIFU skin care device comprising:{'b': '100', 'a main body () having a rechargeable battery embedded therein, a power button and a step button for adjusting the intensity of an ultrasonic wave, the buttons being installed therein, and a display for displaying operation states of the device, including the number of shots;'}{'b': 200', '100, 'a cartridge () used by being mounted on a head part of the main body () and having a HIFU transducer embedded therein; and'}{'b': 300', '100', '200', '100', '200', '100', '100, 'a cradle () comprising a charging part installed therein and capable of charging by being connected with an adaptor, ...

ULTRASOUND PROBE FOR TREATING SKIN LAXITY

A probe for ultrasound treatment of skin laxity are provided. Systems and methods can include ultrasound imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area, delivering ultrasound energy at a depth and pattern to achieve the desired therapeutic effects, and/or monitoring the treatment area to assess the results and/or provide feedback. In an embodiment, a treatment system and method can be configured for producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat the epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal or deep dermal components of tissue. 1. (canceled)2. An ultrasound probe configured for treating wrinkles , comprising:a housing comprising a motion mechanism and a piezoelectric ultrasound transducer,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound transducer directs ultrasound therapy energy without a lens to a tissue at a depth below a skin surface,wherein the tissue comprises a muscle tissue and any of the group consisting of: an epidermal tissue, a superficial dermal tissue, a mid-dermal tissue, and a deep dermal tissue,wherein a portion of the housing is configured for acoustic coupling to the skin surface;wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound transducer is configured for delivery of the ultrasound therapy energy at a frequency of between 2 MHz to 25 MHz to heat the tissue to a temperature greater than 60° C. to tighten at least a portion of the tissue at the depth under the skin surface,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound transducer is connected to the motion mechanism,wherein the motion mechanism is configured to move the piezoelectric ultrasound transducer to form a plurality of thermal lesions at the depth for tightening at least a portion of the tissue for treating wrinkles.3. The ultrasound probe of claim 2 ,wherein the piezoelectric ultrasound transducer is configured to focus ultrasound energy with at least one of the group consisting of: a mechanical focus, an electronic focus, a spherical focus, and a line focus.4. ...

BEAUTY APPARATUS, AND WORKING TIP, HANDLE AND HAND TOOL THEREOF

The present invention discloses a beauty apparatus, and a working tip, a handle and a hand tool thereof. Arrays, combined by magnetically-controlled tips and magnetically-controlled sensors, are correspondingly provided on the working tip and the handle of the beauty apparatus. When the working tip is mounted on the beauty apparatus, automatic detection for the type of a working tip is achieved by using the magnetically-controlled tips and the magnetically-controlled sensors arranged on the working tip and the handle, and according to the result of automatic detection, a corresponding working mode is automatically invoked without requiring any manual setting by an operator. Thus, the usage is faster and more convenient. Furthermore, it can avoid the occurrence of unsatisfactory cosmetic results or even medical accidents because the operator forgets setting or sets improperly in an existing manual setting mode, and improve the degree of user satisfaction. 1. A working tip of a beauty apparatus , comprising a working tip body , and a treating tip and a group of magnetically-controlled tips respectively provided at front and rear ends of the working tip body , the group of magnetically-controlled tips comprising at least one magnetically-controlled tip; andwhen in use, the rear end of the working tip body is assembled and connected to a front end of a handle, and when assembled well, the magnetically-controlled tips in the group of magnetically-controlled tips are respectively coordinated with corresponding magnetically-controlled sensors at the front end of the handle so as to trigger the corresponding magnetically-controlled sensors by way of a magnetic field to generate an electric identification signal.2. A handle of a beauty apparatus , comprising a handle body , and a magnetically-controlled sensor array having at least two magnetically-controlled sensors which is provided at a front end of the handle body , the magnetically-controlled sensors being connected to ...

ENERGY-BASED TISSUE TIGHTENING SYSTEM

Systems and methods for noninvasive tissue tightening are disclosed. Thermal treatment of tissues such as superficial muscular aponeurosis system (SMAS) tissue, muscle, adipose tissue, dermal tissue, and combinations thereof are described. In one aspect, a system is configured for treating tissue through delivery of ultrasound energy at a depth, distribution, temperature, and energy level to achieve a desired cosmetic effect. 1emitting ultrasound energy from a transducer element housed within the ultrasound probe to said region of interest comprising said region of interest at a depth to facilitate a tightening of the skin surface; andmoving a motion mechanism for controllably creating a plurality of thermal lesions along a line,wherein the motion mechanism is controlled by a control system in communication with the ultrasound probe.. A method of treating the skin, comprising: This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/200,961, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/924,323 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,690,778, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/679,430 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,506,486, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/444,336 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,366,622, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/163,151, now abandoned, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/616,755, now expired, each of which is incorporated in its entirety by reference herein. This application is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/964,820, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/028,636 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,535,228, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/163,151, now abandoned, which in turn claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/616,755, now expired, each of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety. Further, U.S. application Ser. No. 12/028 ...

Method and device for biological tissue regeneration (embodiments)

The proposed method is for the regeneration of biological tissues with restoration of functional properties, characteristics and structure thereof, in which tissues are subjected to a predetermined degree of mechanically-induced trauma through the creation, in the desired areas, of at least one region of interference between acoustic waves generated by at least two sources and propagating in the tissues to be regenerated, with the possibility of subsequent natural regeneration of the corresponding biological tissues in said areas. Also proposed are various embodiments of the above method. To achieve the rejuvenation effect of different biological tissues located at different depths, the microtrauma areas are created with no thermal effect, i.e. neither evaporation nor coagulation of all overlying tissues, i.e. regeneration of the tissues occurs with no fibrous cell growth, suggesting that not only visual but also actual rejuvenation took place. 1. A method for rejuvenation of biological tissue and restoration of functional properties , characteristics , and structure thereof by creating microtrauma sites in desired areas of biological tissue , followed by natural regeneration of corresponding biological tissue in specified areas , wherein said tissue are subjected to specified mechanically-induced trauma by affecting the desired areas with at least one site of interference of acoustic waves of an explosive nature generated by at least two sources and propagating through the tissue to be regenerated.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein all epicenters of the acoustic waves are located at equal distances from one another claim 1 , selected from a 10 μm to 1 cm range.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the level of mechanically-induced trauma is selected from the range between a level providing destruction of cell membrane integrity only and a level providing full destruction of cells in the tissue to be rejuvenated.4. The method according to claim 3 , ...

Device and Methods for Delivery of Stimulation to a Body Tissue

A system for delivering energy into a body tissue. A tissue puncturing device is adapted to puncture a tissue surface and generate micro-channels from the tissue surface into the body tissue. A stimulator is adapted to deliver energy to the body tissue over or adjacent to the micro-channels. 1. A system for delivering electrical energy into a body tissue , comprising:(a) a tissue puncturing device adapted to puncture a tissue surface and generate micro-channels from the tissue surface into the body tissue; and(b) a stimulator adapted to deliver electrical energy to the body tissue, the stimulator comprising one or more surface electrodes.2. The system according to further comprising a processor configured to monitor one or more electrical or optical properties of the body tissue.3. The system according to wherein the tissue puncturing device comprises at least one micro-needle.4. The system according to wherein the tissue puncturing device generates micro-channels in the tissue by utilizing any one or more of ultrasonic energy claim 3 , laser light energy claim 3 , heat energy and electrical energy.5. The system according to wherein the stimulator is adapted to deliver to the body tissue any one or more of electrical stimulation claim 1 , electrical current and electrical nerve stimulation.6. The system according to wherein the processor is configured to monitor one or more electrical properties of the body tissue by surface electrodes or by micro-needles in the puncturing device.7. The system according to wherein the tissue puncturing device comprises one or more matrices of one or more micro-needles.8. The system according to wherein the micro-needles are composed of a conductive material claim 7 , a semi-conductive material or an ultrasonic conductive material.9. The system according to wherein the processor monitors one or more electrical parameters of the tissue selected from a tissue impedance claim 2 , a tissue resistance claim 2 , and a tissue capacitance.10 ...

METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING BACTERIA WITH MECHANICAL STRESS ENERGY AND ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY

A portion of a treatment device for treating bacteria may be coupled with the bacteria through direct or indirect contact. Mechanical stress energy and electromagnetic energy are generated with the treatment device, and are transmitted from the treatment device to the bacteria during the coupling. The bacteria are treated with both the mechanical stress energy and the electromagnetic energy to produce a killing effect on the bacteria. A treatment device may include a mechanical stress energy emitting portion, an electromagnetic energy emitting portion, and a contacting portion for coupling into direct or indirect contact with the bacteria and transmitting mechanical stress energy to the bacteria during the coupling. The mechanical stress energy emitting portion and the electromagnetic energy emitting portion are operable to treat the bacteria with a combination of mechanical stress energy and electromagnetic energy to produce a killing effect on the bacteria. 1. A method for treating bacteria , the method comprising:coupling a portion of a treatment device with the bacteria through direct or indirect contact;generating ultrasound with the treatment device;generating electromagnetic energy with the treatment device;transmitting the ultrasound and the electromagnetic energy from the treatment device to the bacteria during the coupling with the bacteria; andtreating the bacteria with both the ultrasound and the electromagnetic energy generated by the treatment device to produce a killing effect on the bacteria,wherein the ultrasound is transmitted with a pressure amplitude at the bacteria greater than or equal to 50 kPa and less than or equal to 1 MPa.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein treating the bacteria includes spatially overlapping the ultrasound and the electromagnetic energy at the location of the bacteria being treated to enhance the killing effect.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein treating the bacteria includes pulsing at least one of the ultrasound or the ...

Systems and methods using ultrasound for treatment

A device for treating infection within a subject includes an ultrasound transducer for applying ultrasound to a treatment site of the subject.

MULTI FUNCTIONAL PROBE CAPABLE OF SHIELDING ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVE

Disclosed is a multi-functional probe capable of shielding electromagnetic waves in which an ultrasonic driver circuit and an ultrasonic oscillation element are surrounded by a shielding member in a state in which the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element are disposed close to each other and which allows a material of a head, to which ultrasonic waves are transmitted, to be changed to a non-conductive material and prevent moisture from being introduced into the probe. To this end, the multi-functional probe includes a cover part accommodating the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element, a fixing part fixing the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element in the cover part, and a shield part configured to block electromagnetic waves generated by the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element. 1. A multi-functional probe comprising:a cover part accommodating an ultrasonic driver circuit and an ultrasonic oscillation element;a fixing part fixing the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element in the cover part; anda shield part configured to block electromagnetic waves generated by the ultrasonic driver circuit and the ultrasonic oscillation element.2. The multi-functional probe of claim 1 , wherein the shield part includes:a first shielding member in which a first recessed space is formed to accommodate the ultrasonic driver circuit; anda second shielding member disposed on an upper surface of the first shielding member to cover the first recessed space.3. The multi-functional probe of claim 2 , wherein:a first flange extending in a radially outward direction is formed on a circumference of the first shielding member; anda first coupling member simultaneously passing through and coupling the first flange and the second shielding member is formed on the first flange.4. The multi-functional probe of claim 2 , wherein:a first coupling hole is formed in the ...

PORTABLE ULTRASONIC STIMULATOR

The present invention relates to a portable ultrasonic stimulator, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a portable ultrasonic stimulator which alternately outputs low-frequency ultrasound having the high effect of increasing temperature in the skin and high-frequency ultrasound inducing generation of anti-aging substances in the skin, thereby providing a high skin-tightening effect. 1. A portable ultrasonic stimulator , comprising:a housing having a body part held by a user and an ultrasonic transducer combining part;an ultrasonic transducer configured to be provided in the ultrasonic transducer combining part and output an ultrasonic wave to skin by means of vibration;a controller configured to set an ultrasonic wave output as providing the ultrasonic transducer with a current of a specific frequency to a specific frequency;a battery provided in the body part; anda charging terminal provided at one side of the housing,wherein the controller adjusts a frequency of current during a specific entire output time to alternately provide a low-frequency ultrasonic wave and a high-frequency ultrasonic wave, andwherein the entire output time includes a first output time for providing the high-frequency ultrasonic wave and a second output time for providing the low-frequency ultrasonic wave.2. The portable ultrasonic stimulator of claim 1 , wherein the low-frequency ultrasonic wave is less than 1 MHz claim 1 , andwherein the high-frequency ultrasonic wave is greater than or equal to 1 MHz.3. The portable ultrasonic stimulator of claim 1 , wherein the high-frequency ultrasonic wave is provided to accelerate to produce a skin aging prevention material in skin and decelerate to produce a skin aging acceleration material in skin claim 1 , andwherein the low-frequency ultrasonic wave is provided to provide a temperature rise effect of a skin layer.4. The portable ultrasonic stimulator of claim 1 , wherein the controller provides the ultrasonic transducer with ...

SYSTEMS FOR TREATING SKIN LAXITY

A system and method for ultrasound treatment of skin laxity are provided. Systems and methods can include ultrasound imaging of the region of interest for localization of the treatment area, delivering ultrasound energy at a depth and pattern to achieve the desired therapeutic effects, and/or monitoring the treatment area to assess the results and/or provide feedback. In an embodiment, a treatment system and method can be configured for producing arrays of sub-millimeter and larger zones of thermal ablation to treat the epidermal, superficial dermal, mid-dermal and deep dermal components of tissue. 1. (canceled)2. An ultrasound system for treatment of skin laxity , the system comprising:an ultrasound probe comprising a housing, wherein the housing comprises a motion mechanism and an ultrasound transducer,wherein the ultrasound transducer comprises a therapy component and an imaging component, a single active ultrasound therapy element,', 'wherein the single active ultrasound therapy element is configured to provide a single mechanical focus,', 'wherein the single mechanical focus is configured to provide ultrasound therapy energy in the form of a single thermal focus in a tissue at a depth below a skin surface,', 'wherein the depth is a single, fixed depth in a range of up to 5 mm below the skin surface to treat the tissue,, 'wherein the therapy component consists of wherein the single thermal focus is formed without electronic focusing,', 'wherein the single active ultrasound therapy element is one of the group consisting of a spherically focused single element and a line focused single element,, 'wherein the tissue comprises any one or more of the group consisting of: an epidermal tissue, a superficial dermal tissue, a mid-dermal tissue, a deep dermal tissue, and an adipose tissue,'}wherein the imaging component comprises an ultrasound imaging element,wherein the ultrasound imaging element is configured for imaging a region of interest under the skin surface, ...