Patent classifications
A61F7/007
DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD OF REMOVING HEAT FROM SUBCUTANEOUS LIPID-RICH CELLS
Devices, systems and methods for removing heat from subcutaneously disposed lipid-rich cells are disclosed. In selected embodiments, suction and/or heat removal sources are coupled to an applicator. The applicator includes a flexible portion and a rigid portion. The rigid portion includes a thermally conductive plate and a frame coupling the thermally conductive plate and the flexible portion. An interior cavity of the applicator is in fluid communication with the suction source, and the frame maintains contiguous engagement between the heat removal source and the thermally conductive plate.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING A TEMPERATURE OF AN ARTICLE OF FURNITURE
The present disclosure provides a system for regulating a temperature of a portion of an article of furniture, and methods of use thereof. The system may comprise at least one sensor configured to detect a biological signal of a user of the article of furniture. The system may comprise a temperature control device configured to change the temperature of the portion of the article of furniture. The system may comprise a processor configured to (i) designate, while the user is asleep on the article of furniture, a time for the article of furniture to wake up the user based on the biological signal of the user that is detected by the at least one sensor while the user is using the article of furniture, and (ii) change the temperature of the portion of the article of furniture by the temperature control device prior to the time.
Aesthetic method of biological structure treatment by magnetic field
In methods for treating a patient, a time varying magnetic field is applied to a patient's body and causes a muscle contraction. The time-varying magnetic field may be monophasic, biphasic, polyphasic and/or static. The method may reduce adipose tissue, improve metabolism, blood and/or lymph circulation. The method may use combinations of treatments to enhance the visual appearance of the patient.
Heat conduction device
A heat conduction device includes a heat source portion, a temperature control surface, and heat transfer portions. The heat source portion is configured to generate at least hot heat or cold heat. The temperature control surface is sectioned into a plurality of temperature control sections, and at least some of the plurality of temperature control sections are disposed away from the heat source portion. The plurality of heat transfer portions connect the heat source portion and the plurality of the temperature control sections to transfer heat between the heat source portion and the plurality of temperature control sections. The plurality of temperature control sections are separated from each other based on a distance from the heat source portion.
Tissue-stimulation device with output demultiplexer
A tissue stimulation device comprising: a source; a control unit; a decoupled output stage circuit connected to the source and the control unit; a signal generator connected to the input of the decoupled output stage circuit and the control unit; an analog demultiplexer connected to the output stage circuit decoupled by a PE signal and an out signal, the analog demultiplexer is connected to the control unit, and a transducer array is connected to the output of the analog demultiplexer; wherein the control unit selects the output of the analog demultiplexer that allows switching of the PE and out signals to activate the transducers in the transducer array to stimulate tissue.
Vaginal treatment device using LEDs, high-frequency waves, and EMS
The present disclosure relates to a vaginal treatment device using LEDs, high-frequency waves, and EMS, the vaginal treatment device including: a main body part configured to be inserted into a vagina and having one or more LED irradiation units configured to irradiate an interior of the vagina with light, and electrode units configured to transfer radio frequency (RF) energy or electro muscular stimulation (EMS) energy into the vagina; a handle part embedded with a battery and having a power source member connected to one end of the main body part and configured to control transmission and reception to/from the LED irradiation units or the electrode units; and a housing part electrically connected to the handle part and configured to charge the battery.
SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MONITORING AND/OR CONTROLLING TEMPERATURE IN A THERAPY DEVICE
A temperature therapy system and a method for temperature control for such a temperature therapy system are disclosed. According to one embodiment, a temperature therapy system has a retention mechanism and a plurality of temperature modulation systems attached to the retention mechanism, wherein each of the plurality of temperature modulation systems comprises a thermoelectric cooler. The wearable personal temperature therapy system may have a plurality of temperature sensors and a plurality of conductive flags, wherein each of the plurality of conductive flags is adhered to a respective thermoelectric cooler and a respective temperature sensor. The wearable personal temperature therapy system may have a control module electrically coupled to each of the plurality of temperature modulation systems and each of the plurality of temperature sensors, wherein each of the temperature modulation systems is controlled based on a control voltage applied to the thermoelectric cooler of the respective temperature modulation system.
Meibomian Gland Roller System with Eye Pads
An eye treatment system can comprise a roller with a handle, a power source, control circuitry coupled to the power source, an axle, coupled to the handle, a heating element within the roller, a cylinder configured to rotate about the axle, a temperature sensor adjacent to a surface of the cylinder, with the temperature sensor spaced apart from the heating element, and one or more arms of the roller that couple a first end of the handle to the axle, wherein at least one of the one or more arms houses first wiring through which power is supplied from the power source to the heating element and houses second wiring connecting the temperature sensor to the control circuitry. The treatment system might also comprise an eye pad comprising a heat-retaining material and sized to be applied to an eyelid of a user when warmed. The eye pad could be gel-filled.
PERSONAL COOLING AND HEATING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM
A personal heating and cooling system comprising a chair, a pad comprising a length of flexible tubing and at least one heating element housed in an interior area of the pad, a pump configured to pump a volume of coolant (e.g., water) through the length of the flexible tubing, an intake trunk coupled to the pump and configured to deliver a volume of water from a reservoir (e.g., from a thermal insulated cooler) and a battery pack operably engaged with the pump and the at least one heating element. In certain embodiments, the pad may be integral to the chair and comprise seat and back portions of the chair. In certain embodiments, the pad may be removably coupled to the chair or other seating surface or may be laid flat.
Method and device for improving brain function
Methods and therapeutic devices with noninvasive means for improving brain function and treating senile dementia including Alzheimer’s disease are described. The noninvasive means is selected from electrical stimulation, heat stimulation, IR (infrared) radiation or their combinations. In some embodiments, the method and device utilize electrical current passed through acupuncture sites on the human head to achieve desired therapeutical effects.