Patent classifications
A61H11/00
DEVICE, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR PREVENTION OF DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
Embodiments provide devices, systems and methods for preventing deep vein (DV) thrombosis (DVT). One embodiment provides a DVT prevention device including a cuff that fits over a patient's knee, an applanator coupled to an inside cuff surface, an expandable member (EM) coupled to the applanator, a pressure source fluidically coupled to the EM and a controller for controlling EM inflation. When the EM is inflated, it applies a force to the applanator which is transmitted to the knee back surface causing a popliteal vein (PV) under the cuff to be compressed so as to increase backpressure behind the compressed PV and subsequently increase the velocity of blood flow in the leg DV's when the EM is deflated. The EM can be inflated in a cycle including pulsed inflation, inflation hold and relaxation. The cycles can be repeated and adjusted to achieve a desired increase of blood flow/velocity in leg DV's.
DEVICE, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR PREVENTION OF DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
Embodiments provide devices, systems and methods for preventing deep vein (DV) thrombosis (DVT). One embodiment provides a DVT prevention device including a cuff that fits over a patient's knee, an applanator coupled to an inside cuff surface, an expandable member (EM) coupled to the applanator, a pressure source fluidically coupled to the EM and a controller for controlling EM inflation. When the EM is inflated, it applies a force to the applanator which is transmitted to the knee back surface causing a popliteal vein (PV) under the cuff to be compressed so as to increase backpressure behind the compressed PV and subsequently increase the velocity of blood flow in the leg DV's when the EM is deflated. The EM can be inflated in a cycle including pulsed inflation, inflation hold and relaxation. The cycles can be repeated and adjusted to achieve a desired increase of blood flow/velocity in leg DV's.
PORTABLE HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT DEVICE WITH CONDUCTIVE BRISTLES
Brush portions are configured for use with a handheld device. The brush portion includes at least one bristle disposed on a bristle base, the bristle having an elongate first electrode, an elongate second electrode abutting the first electrode, and an insulator disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode. The first electrode and the second electrode are electrically connectable to a first voltage source and a second voltage source of the device, respectively.
PORTABLE HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT DEVICE WITH CONDUCTIVE BRISTLES
Brush portions are configured for use with a handheld device. The brush portion includes at least one bristle disposed on a bristle base, the bristle having an elongate first electrode, an elongate second electrode abutting the first electrode, and an insulator disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode. The first electrode and the second electrode are electrically connectable to a first voltage source and a second voltage source of the device, respectively.
Blood flow restriction belts and system
An inflatable belt 100 for use in a BFR system with an outer belt material 102 hermetically sealed to an inner belt material 101 along a perimeter, thereby forming at least one inflatable chamber 103, the inflatable chamber having an input port 104 for accepting a gas into the chamber, the inflatable belt further comprising a first fastening means 110 in communication with the outer belt material, for attaching to a second fastening means 111 in communication with the outer belt material, thereby locking a circumference of the inflatable belt when wrapped around a user's limb, the inflatable belt providing sufficient volume and compliance so as to reduce spikes in pressure and thereby improve comfort and safety of the inflatable belt for use in restriction of blood flow for muscle development.
MASSAGE COMB
A massage comb includes a comb body, a handle, a plurality of teeth, and a rolling bead. The handle is disposed below the comb body and integrated with the comb body, the plurality of teeth are arranged on the comb body at intervals, and the rolling bead is rollably disposed at the end of the handle. Since the massage comb is provided with rolling bead at the end of the handle, before or after combing the hair, the rolling bead can be used to massage the acupuncture points in the head, which facilitates opening the head meridian and enhancing blood circulation in the head. In addition, the rolling bead is arranged at the end of the handle, so that the massage comb of the present invention has a dual-purpose effect.
MASSAGE COMB
A massage comb includes a comb body, a handle, a plurality of teeth, and a rolling bead. The handle is disposed below the comb body and integrated with the comb body, the plurality of teeth are arranged on the comb body at intervals, and the rolling bead is rollably disposed at the end of the handle. Since the massage comb is provided with rolling bead at the end of the handle, before or after combing the hair, the rolling bead can be used to massage the acupuncture points in the head, which facilitates opening the head meridian and enhancing blood circulation in the head. In addition, the rolling bead is arranged at the end of the handle, so that the massage comb of the present invention has a dual-purpose effect.
System for gastrointestinal engineering to restore normal youthful bodily functions
This is to improve performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibration and vibrating action to restore their normal useful functions by vibrating action. The system includes a probe which is introduced through the rectum and has a vibrating element at the end of a flexible shaft having a length sufficient to reach the ileosecal valve in the intestinal tract.
Methods and apparatus for increasing cerebral blood flow
Methods and apparatus for increasing cerebral blood flow for improving the flow of blood to the brain during and/or following an ischaemic stroke. The apparatus includes a plurality of inflatable cuffs to be positioned, in use, around a respective limb of a patient. Once inflated, the cuffs exert a pressure upon the limb to reduce blood flow to the limb below the point at which the cuff is positioned. Reducing blood flow to the limbs causes an increase in blood flow to the brain, and will therefore improve stroke outcomes. The apparatus includes a control module for controlling inflation and deflation of each cuff. The control module detects, measures and monitors cerebral blood flow and uses these measurements to control inflation and deflation of each cuff such that cerebral blood flow is maintained above a baseline level during treatment of the patient.
PROCESSING GENERATED SENSOR DATA ASSOCIATED WITH AMBULATION DURING DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT) DEVICE USAGE
Processing generated sensor data of a mobile deep vein thrombosis (DVT) device may include identifying use of the mobile DVT device corresponding to a user. Sensor data associated with the user's identified use of the mobile DVT device may be generated. At least some of the generated sensor data may comprise ambulation data associated with a duration of ambulation during use of the mobile DVT device by the user. A protocol associated with ambulation of the mobile DVT device may be processed. The generated ambulation data and the protocol associated with ambulation during use of the mobile DVT device may be correlated. Based on correlating the generated ambulation data and the protocol, an alert associated with the generated ambulation data and the protocol may be generated.