Patent classifications
A61F2007/0252
INTRAVITAL COOLING DEVICE
An intravital cooling device is for cooling a target site in a living body and includes: a heat exchange part having a flow channel through which a refrigerant passes; and a flexible heat conduction sheet that is directly or indirectly connected to the heat exchange part and arranged to cover the target site, wherein the heat conduction sheet includes a living-body surface, which is a surface on the side that makes contact with the target site, and an outer surface, which is a surface opposite from the living-body surface.
PORTABLE THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM USING HOT OR COLD TEMPERATURE
Disclosed is a system which employs a cooling or heating pad which is preferably rechargeable with hot or cold temperatures at an intended area of the body. The pad includes a highly temperature-conductive or temperature-retentive material which can be cooled or heated using a portable source of heat or cold material delivered to the pad by a removable delivery conduit. Valves can be included to regulate flow of the cooling or heating material from the source to the pad. The system can also include a dual-chambered canister for containing two different media for heating, cooling or for alternating heating and cooling the pad.
APPARATUS FOR THERMAL THERAPY TREATMENT OF A SELECTED REGION OF THE BODY OF A HUMAN OR OF AN ANIMAL AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAID APPARATUS
The invention relates to a device for use in the thermal therapy treatment of a selected region of the body of a human or of an animal, in particular for use in the treatment of tissue damage after surgical interventions, of injuries, of inflammations and of chronic diseases of the rheumatic type, and in particular for assisting chemotherapeutic treatments, comprising a temperature control device which is provided in order to control a temperature of a temperature control fluid, and a heat transfer device which is arranged to transfer heat to the selected region of the body, wherein the temperature control device is connected, in a fluid conducting manner, to the heat transfer device, and is further arranged to temper the heat transfer device with a heat transferring temperature control fluid flowing through the heat transfer device, and with a control device which is connected to the temperature control device and to the heat transfer device, wherein the control device is arranged to control the temperature control device, in order to cause the heat transfer device to be at least partially at an approximately uniform temperature in the region of a contact surface between the heat transfer device and the selected region of the body to be temperature controlled. The invention further relates to a method of operating the device.
Portable therapeutic system using hot or cold temperature
Disclosed is a system which employs a cooling or heating pad which is preferably rechargeable with hot or cold temperatures at an intended area of the body. The pad includes a highly temperature-conductive or temperature-retentive material which can be cooled or heated using a portable source of heat or cold material delivered to the pad by a removable delivery conduit. Valves can be included to regulate flow of the cooling or heating material from the source to the pad. The system can also include a dual-chambered canister for containing two different media for heating, cooling or for alternating heating and cooling the pad.
APPARATUS FOR THERMAL THERAPY TREATMENT OF A SELECTED REGION OF THE BODY OF A HUMAN OR OF AN ANIMAL AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAID APPARATUS
The invention relates to a device for use in the thermal therapy treatment of a selected region of the body of a human or of an animal, in particular for use in the treatment of tissue damage after surgical interventions, of injuries, of inflammations and of chronic diseases of the rheumatic type, and in particular for assisting chemotherapeutic treatments, comprising a temperature control device which is provided in order to control a temperature of a temperature control fluid, and a heat transfer device which is arranged to transfer heat to the selected region of the body, wherein the temperature control device is connected, in a fluid conducting manner, to the heat transfer device, and is further arranged to temper the heat transfer device with a heat transferring temperature control fluid flowing through the heat transfer device, and with a control device which is connected to the temperature control device and to the heat transfer device, wherein the control device is arranged to control the temperature control device, in order to cause the heat transfer device to be at least partially at an approximately uniform temperature in the region of a contact surface between the heat transfer device and the selected region of the body to be temperature controlled. The invention further relates to a method of operating the device.
PROTECTIVE BAND HAVING CHIPS
A protective band having chips includes a band body having a plurality of compartments. The compartments are provided with chip sets, respectively. Each chip set has two fixing films and a plurality of chips wrapped between the fixing films. The fixing films each have a fixed end fixed to a corresponding one of the compartments and a free end accommodated in the corresponding compartment. The protective band can be attached to the user's skin to radiate far infrared rays. Through the fixed ends of the fixing films fixed to the corresponding compartment, the fixing films are maintained at a predetermined position to enhance the wearing comfort and maintain the radiation effect of the chip sets.
Apparatus for thermal therapy treatment of a selected region of the body of a human or of an animal and method of operating said apparatus
The invention relates to a device for use in the thermal therapy treatment of a selected region of the body of a human or of an animal, in particular for use in the treatment of tissue damage after surgical interventions, of injuries, of inflammations and of chronic diseases of the rheumatic type, and in particular for assisting chemotherapeutic treatments, comprising a temperature control device which is provided in order to control a temperature of a temperature control fluid, and a heat transfer device which is arranged to transfer heat to the selected region of the body, wherein the temperature control device is connected, in a fluid conducting manner, to the heat transfer device, and is further arranged to temper the heat transfer device with a heat transferring temperature control fluid flowing through the heat transfer device, and with a control device which is connected to the temperature control device and to the heat transfer device, wherein the control device is arranged to control the temperature control device, in order to cause the heat transfer device to be at least partially at an approximately uniform temperature in the region of a contact surface between the heat transfer device and the selected region of the body to be temperature controlled. The invention further relates to a method of operating the device.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SKIN TEMPERATURE REGULATION
A system for regulating skin temperature includes an insulated unit including at least one opening for receiving an appendage of a user, a controller for setting a target internal temperature of the insulated unit, a temperature probe for measuring an actual internal temperature of the insulated unit, and a thermoelectric unit for providing at least one of heated and cooled air into the insulated unit for at least one of raising and lowering the actual internal temperature of the insulated unit. The controller is configured to control power and voltage provided to the thermoelectric unit to maintain the actual internal temperature within the target internal temperature range, such that the skin temperature of the appendage in the insulated unit is regulated within the target internal temperature range while providing medical treatment to the user.
APPARATUS FOR THERMAL THERAPY TREATMENT OF A SELECTED REGION OF THE BODY OF A HUMAN OR OF AN ANIMAL AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAID APPARATUS
The invention relates to a device and method for thermal therapy of a selected region of a human or animal body, particularly for treating tissue damage after surgery, injuries, inflammation, chronic rheumatic conditions, and for supporting chemotherapy. The system includes a temperature control device that circulates a temperature-controlled fluid through a heat transfer unit configured for uniform skin contact, and a pressure device to optimize thermal transfer. During chemotherapy, the device maintains the selected region, such as hands or feet, at a target temperature to prevent or reduce chemotherapy-induced polyneuropathy (CIPN). Sensors monitor temperature and pressure, enabling feedback control for consistent therapy. Methods include fitting the device to the patient, adjusting pressure, and maintaining even skin cooling throughout chemotherapy, thereby improving patient comfort, reducing adverse side effects, and supporting adherence to treatment. The invention provides improved outcomes in thermal therapy applications.