06th week of 2017 patent applcation highlights part 7 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20170035584 | BATTERY PACK - A battery pack including a case, a battery included in the case and relatively movable with respect to the case, a generator attached to the battery and including a generation axis, and a rotation member connected to the generation axis, wherein the rotation member is configured to act a torque enabling the generation axis to be rotatable when the battery is moved is disclosed. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035585 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONSCIOUS SENSORY FEEDBACK - A system for conscious sensory feedback for a body extremity without sensation or a body extremity prosthesis is disclosed, as well as methods for conscious sensory feedback based on said system; a glove, a sock and a body extremity prosthesis comprising said system; and use of the system. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035586 | BRIM ATTACHMENT WITH A SEAL ELEMENT FOR A PROSTHETIC SOCKET - A brim attachment for a prosthetic socket includes a cuff section defining an upper portion of the brim attachment and is arranged to extend about and upwardly from a socket opening. The cuff section is configured to move between tensioned and relaxed positions, wherein the tensioned position the cuff section is arranged to fold away from the socket opening, wherein the relaxed position the cuff section is arranged to extend above the socket opening and generally concentric with an outer surface of the socket. An interface section defines a lower portion of the brim attachment and is arranged to extend along a surface of the socket. The brim attachment may include a seal element protruding toward a central axis of the socket. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035587 | Self-Expanding Bridging Stent with Anchoring Projections and Methods for Use - The present disclosure provides a stent graft comprising (a) a self-expandable stent structure having a first end and a second end, wherein the self-expandable stent structure defines a lumen, (b) at least one restraint configured to be coupled to an exterior surface of the stent graft in a compressed condition, and wherein the at least one restraint is configured to be broken to permit the stent graft to transition to an expanded condition, and (c) a first plurality of anchoring projections coupled to the exterior surface of the stent graft adjacent to the first end of the self-expandable stent-structure. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035588 | SECURED STRAND END DEVICES - A woven, self-expanding stent device has one or more strands and is configured for insertion into an anatomical structure. The device includes a coupling structure secured to two different strand end portions that are substantially aligned with each other. The two different strand end portions include nickel and titanium. The coupling structure is not a strand of the device. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035589 | MONOLITHIC MEDICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - A monolithic device comprising an ultra-dense stent cell pattern including a plurality of structural members that diverts the majority of blood flow without restricting blood flow completely. The method of making medical devices comprises vapor depositing an initial film onto a substrate, laser cutting a device pattern through the initial film, electropolishing the patterned device while disposed on the substrate, and releasing the patterned device from the substrate. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035590 | DELIVERY CATHETER FOR ENDOVASCULAR DEVICE - Some embodiments relate in part to endovascular prostheses and delivery catheter systems and methods for deploying same. Embodiments may be directed more specifically to graft bodies having self-expanding members, including inflatable graft bodies, and catheters and methods for deploying same within the body of a patient. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035591 | A Kit for Placing a Bypass - A kit for placing a bypass between two body vessels (R, L) of a patient comprises two catheters ( | 2017-02-09 |
20170035592 | DELIVERY OF MEDICAL DEVICES - A stent delivery system can include a core member, an introducer sheath, and a microcatheter. The core member can have a first section and a second section distal to the first section. The second section can have a bending stiffness per unit length that is less than a bending stiffness per unit length of the first section. The introducer sheath can have a lumen configured to receive the core member therethrough. The introducer sheath can have a length of at least about 80 cm. The microcatheter can have a lumen and a proximal end configured to interface with a distal end of the introducer sheath for delivering the core member into the microcatheter lumen. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035593 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR OBESITY TREATMENT - Methods and systems for detecting wall breach in inflatable prostheses rely on intrusion of a body fluid or inflation medium to electrically alter a signaling circuit. In one embodiment, an open portion of a circuit is closed to enable or modify a transmitted signal In another embodiment, electrical current is generated to power an electrical transmission. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035594 | SUPPORT DEVICE FOR GASTROINTESTINAL IMPLANT - The present disclosure provides a support device for a gastrointestinal implant. The support device may include a lumen configured to extend through a submucosal tunnel and a mouth located at a proximal end of the lumen and in fluid communication with the lumen. The mouth may be configured to face proximally within a gastrointestinal tract to receive GI contents, and the mouth may be configured to direct the GI contents into the lumen. The support device may further include a support structure, where the lumen extends through the support structure, and where the support structure is configured to apply an outward radial force on an inner wall of the gastrointestinal tract. An artificial tunnel may extend distally from the support structure, may form at least a portion of the lumen, and may be configured to extend through the submucosal tunnel. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035595 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS RELATED TO GASTRO-ESOPHAGEAL IMPLANTS - The present application describes an implant system useable for positioning an implant device such as a device useful for restricting passage of ingested food into the stomach. In one embodiment, the disclosed system includes a plurality of anchors that may be coupled to tissue within the stomach, or to a tissue tunnel formed by plicating stomach wall tissue. The anchor includes a loop. During use, the implant device is inserted through the loop and expanded such that it retains its position within the loop until removed. Instruments for implanting and explanting the implant device are also described. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035596 | Posture Improving Garment - A garment includes a longitudinal arch support configured for supporting a longitudinal arch of a foot; and a transverse arch support that extends from the longitudinal arch support and is configured for supporting a transverse arch of the foot. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035597 | ORTHOPEDIC WALKING BRACE HAVING A CURVED SOLE - Described herein are systems and devices for providing an orthopedic walking brace having a housing and a sole with a curved distal surface. The housing is configured to encompass and immobilize a patient's ankle against flexion. The distal surface of the sole has a posterior region, a mid region, and an anterior region. The posterior region is configured to lie under a heel portion of the patient's foot, and the mid region is configured to lie under a center portion of the patient's foot. The anterior region is configured to lie under an anterior metatarsal and toe portion of the patient's foot, and has an Anterior-Posterior curvature that increases from a posterior side of the anterior region toward a middle portion of the anterior region and decreases from the middle portion toward an anterior side of the anterior region. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035598 | Integrated Cast And Limb Support System - A limb support coupler including a flexible body having opposing flexible body first and second faces, the flexible body conformingly embeddable within a limb support; and a connector outwardly extending from the flexible body first face. Further, a limb support coupler whereby the flexible body conformingly embeds within the limb support to dispose the flexible body first and seconds faces in adjacent generally parallel relation to respective limb support external and internal surfaces. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035599 | SHOULDER BRACE FOR NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT FOR ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT DISLOCATION OR DISTAL CLAVICLE FRACTURE - To provide a shoulder brace for non-surgical treatment which is capable of immobilizing an upper arm of a patient in an extremity position where the upper arm hangs down along the trunk in treatment for acromioclavicular joint dislocation or distal clavicle fracture, for the purpose of promoting the activities of daily living of the patient and relieving the uneasiness/discomfort of the patient who has the shoulder brace for non-surgical treatment on. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035601 | ORAL DEVICE FOR TREATING SLEEP DISORDERED BREATHING DISORDERS - The present invention relates to an oral device for treatment of sleep disordered breathing that includes an upper body in which at least a part of upper teeth is housed; a lower body in which at least a part of the lower teeth is housed; at least one or more elastic members that connect the upper body and the lower body to provide the elastic force in a direction in which the upper body and the lower body come closer to each other; and a support jaw that protrudes downward from the rear end of the upper body to support the rear end of the lower body. Thus, according to the present invention, it is possible to prevent the sleep disordered breathing such as an obstructive sleep apnea syndrome that may occur during sleep, enable a patient to more comfortably wear, and minimize the discomfort in a state of wearing. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035602 | DEVICE FOR COOLING AND HEATING THE NECK - The present invention provides devices for cooling and heating an individual's neck. Devices of the invention include two heating and cooling members that each a contoured surface for resting against a side of a user's neck and are coupled together via a bridge portion. The members each include a temperature assembly. The temperature assembly includes a heating and cooling module positioned against the contoured surface of the member. The temperature assembly may also include a heat sink, a fan, or both. The device further includes a controller for controlling the temperature assembly. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035603 | Use of Sterile Sleeve in Production of Surgical Slush - Production of sterile therapeutic medium such as sterile surgical slush for use in surgery. A sterile slush container with a sterile sleeve assembly so that the outside of the sterile slush container remains sterile after placement in a non-sterile slush making machine so that the sterile slush container may be returned to the sterile field after removal of the sterile slush container from the sleeve assembly. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035604 | HEAT EXCHANGE SYSTEM FOR PATIENT TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH MULTIPLE COOLANT CHAMBERS FOR MULTIPLE HEAT EXCHANGE MODALITIES - Cold plates through which refrigerant flows define a slot between them that can receive a cassette through which sterile working fluid with a relatively low flow rate flows from an intravascular heat exchange catheter. The working fluid from the catheter is heated or cooled by heat exchange with the cold plates through the walls of the cassette to maintain the sterility of the working fluid. On the other hand, high flow rate working fluid chambers surround the cold plates and non-sterile working fluid from an external heat exchange pad flows through the high flow rate working fluid chambers to exchange heat through direct contact with the cold plates. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035605 | Energy Harvesting, Heat Managing, Multi-effect Therapeutic Garment - An energy harvesting, heat managing, multi-effect therapeutic garment, defining an inner surface and an outer surface, seamlessly knitted using a predetermined number of yarns is provided. The yarns for constructing the therapeutic garment are selected from a yarn that absorbs, stores, and releases heat energy through a phase change, yarns that convert heat energy and ultra violet radiation energy into far infrared radiation energy and radiate the far infrared radiation energy to other yarns and to a wearer's body part, a yarn that adsorbs moisture from the wearer's body part and/or ambient environment and generates heat energy through an exothermic reaction, a heat insulting and hydrophobic yarn, and a heat conductive yarn that maintains a uniform temperature within the yarns. The yarns of the therapeutic garment are bundled and knitted to create a uniform surface area distribution of the yarns that contact each other and cover the wearer's body part. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035606 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A TEMPERATURE OF A PATIENT - Apparatus for controlling a body temperature with a controller. The controller is adapted to control the body temperature by controlling at least two different body temperature adaption devices, wherein one body temperature adaption device is an infusion device ( | 2017-02-09 |
20170035607 | CASSETTE CAPTURE MECHANISM - The present invention pertains to a cassette capture mechanism for uniting a cassette with a console to prevent jamming or damage to the console and/or cassette. The cassette capture mechanism comprises a cassette receptacle, an axial translation linkage, a first sensor apparatus, and a second sensor apparatus. The cassette receptacle is configured to couple with a cassette having a positioning surface. The axial translation linkage is configured to couple the cassette with the cassette receptacle. The first sensor apparatus is configured to detect alignment of the cassette in a horizontal plane with respect to the cassette receptacle when the cassette is initially coupled with the cassette receptacle; and the second sensor apparatus is configured to detect activation of the first sensor apparatus and detect alignment of the cassette in a vertical plane with respect to the cassette receptacle. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035608 | USING INTENSE PULSED LIGHT TO LIGHTEN EYE COLOR - The present invention relates to a device for permanently changing the color of the iris, such as from brown to blue. The invention is a system that includes a slit lamp microscope, a source of intense pulsed light (IPL), optical tracking and measuring systems, and a device that prevents the application of light to the pupil. The IPL provides a simultaneous application of a range of wavelengths, rather than the single wavelength typically applied by lasers. In a preferred embodiment, the IPL is applied as annular ring, striking only the iris and not the pupil or the sclera. Air or liquid cooling can be used to prevent the eye from overheating. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035609 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR TREATMENT OF RETINAL DETACHMENT AND OTHER MALADIES OF THE EYE - The present invention includes a device and method for treatment of retinal detachment, ocular hypertension and glaucoma, and increasing an amplitude of accommodation. The device includes a tapered, mesh tube that within a sclera, expands to deform the sclera, and when placed within the posterior sclera for the treatment of a retinal tear, the device expands deforming the sclera so that the retinal pigment epithelium comes in contact with the retinal tear to seal the tear. For the treatment of ocular hypertension, glaucoma and to increase the amplitude of accommodation, the device is placed within the anterior sclera over the posterior plicata of the ciliary body, which upon expansion causes the underlying ciliary body to deform, resulting in traction on the trabecular meshwork and deformation of the ciliary body, which causes lowering of intraocular pressure, and increases the amplitude of accommodation in patients with ocular hypertension or decreased accommodation. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035610 | LACRIMAL DUCT TUBE - A lacrimal duct tube includes: a pair of tubular members that each have at one end an opening communicating with a lumen and have in a wall a hole for guiding a lacrimal duct tube operative instrument to the lumen; and a connection member that connects the other ends of the tubular members. Surfaces of the tubular members include a hydrophilic-coated portion and a non-coated portion without the hydrophilic coating. It is preferred that the lumen in the vicinity of the opening includes an engagement portion for engagement with a tip of the lacrimal duct tube operative instrument, and the non-coated portion is formed without overlapping with the surface of the tubular member at the position of the engagement portion. The lacrimal duct tube can be used favorably for various lacrimal duct obstruction treatments. In the case of using a sheath such as in sheath guided endoscopic probing, the lacrimal duct tube can be easily inserted into the sheath and be firmly fixed to the sheath. In the case of inserting the lacrimal duct tube directly into the lacrimal duct, the lacrimal duct tube can be easily passed through the lacrimal duct and be easily operated in the lacrimal duct. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035611 | TREATMENT VALIDATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Treatment validation techniques include generating a modified treatment target from an original treatment target using a modification process, and comparing induced aberrations provided by the original and modified treatment targets, so as to verify the modified treatment target or the modification process. In some cases, a modification process may include a deconvolution process, a low pass filter process, a scaling process, or an adjustment process. The induced aberrations may include high order aberrations, such as spherical aberration. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035612 | SYSTEM FOR NEUROPROTECTIVE THERAPY FOR GLAUCOMA - Providing neuroprotective therapy for glaucoma includes generating a micropulsed laser light beam having parameters and characteristics, including pulse length, power, and duty cycle, selected to create a therapeutic effect with no visible laser lesions or tissue damage to the retina. The laser light beam is applied to retinal and/or foveal tissue of an eye having glaucoma or a risk of glaucoma to create a therapeutic effect to the retinal and/or foveal tissue exposed to the laser light beam without destroying or permanently damaging the retinal and/or foveal tissue and improve function or condition of an optic nerve and/or retinal ganglion cells of the eye. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035613 | METHOD FOR MODIFYING THE REFRACTIVE INDEX OF OCULAR TISSUES - A method for providing vision correction to a patient. The method includes: (a) measuring the degree of vision correction needed by the patient and determining the location and shape of refractive structures that need to be positioned within the cornea to partially correct a patient's vision; (b) directing and focusing femtosecond laser pulses in the blue spectral region within the cornea at an intensity high enough to change the refractive index of the cornea within a focal region, but not high enough to damage the cornea or to affect cornea tissue outside of the focal region; and (c) scanning the laser pulses across a volume of the cornea or the lens to provide the focal region with refractive structures in the cornea or the lens. Again, the refractive structures are characterized by a change in refractive index, and exhibit little or no scattering loss. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035614 | FIXED STRUCTURE FOR THE CONSTRICTING BAND OF SNOW GOGGLES - A fixed structure for the constricting band of snow goggles includes a goggle frame, a constricting band and a fastening member combined together. The goggle frame has two sides respectively provided with an insert slot and a hooking portion; the constricting band has two sides respectively fixed with a fastening body of the fastening member, and the fastening member consists of a hooking seat and the fastening body. In assembling, the hooking seat is inserted in the insert slot of the goggle frame and clasped with the hooking portion and then, the fastening body at the two sides of the constricting band is inserted in the hooking seat and positioned therein. Thus, the fixed structure for the constricting band of snow goggles can be stably combined and impossible to fall off. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035615 | WELDING MASK - The present patent application discloses a weld mask, which has a weld cap, a protection plate, a filter and a press block. The weld cap has a through-hole. A scaleboard pedestal is installed on the edge of the through-hole. The scaleboard pedestal raises towards the inside of the weld cap and encompasses the through-hole. The protection plate, the filter and the press block are installed in the scaleboard pedestal successively. A raised snap-gauge is installed on the outside of the scaleboard pedestal. The snap-gauge includes a hole. An elastic snap joint is installed on the edge of the press block. The snap joint includes a hook and a reducible resilient trip. The top and bottom of the resilient trip connect with the press block and the hook respectively. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035616 | High Fidelity Blast Hearing Protection - An improved hearing protection device intended to be inserted into an external auditory meatus of a user, having a housing structure, a passive tuning element, and a passive, nonlinear acoustic filter. The tuning element and the acoustic filter may be supported in series by the housing structure. The tuning element may be or include a diaphragm, a resonator, or both. The housing structure may support a diaphragm of the tuning element at its circumference, and may provide cavities on both sides of the diaphragm. In some embodiments electronic components are included in the hearing protection device to counteract insertion loss provided by the passive element, and restore natural hearing for low to moderate sound pressure levels. Communications devices may also be incorporated into the hearing protection device. The combination of a simple, low cost amplifier circuit, passive tuning element and nonlinear acoustic filter of some embodiments of the present invention achieve a low cost yet sophisticated ability to react to impulse noise without the need for a microprocessor or complex electronics. Furthermore, the configuration reduces power consumption and, therefore, increases service life or decreases battery size/capacity, and results in low electronic self-noise allowing the user to maintain situational awareness. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035617 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY - Disclosed herein are several embodiments of a negative pressure appliance and methods of using the same in the treatment of wounds. Some embodiments are directed to improved fluidic connectors or suction adapters for connecting to a wound site, for example using softer, kink-free conformable suction adapters. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035618 | DEVICE FOR CUTTING A WEB OF MATERIAL - A device for cutting a web of material comprises movement means for moving a web of material to be cut, defining a feed path for the web at least partly rotatable about a central axis and equipped with at least one conveyor mounted around the central axis, at least one cutting head equipped with a laser source and an optical system configured to direct the laser beam towards a cutting zone, where the optical system of the cutting head comprises at least one directing member located inside the conveyor to direct the laser beam away from the central axis towards the cutting zone. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035619 | Method for Producing a Perforated Web and Product for a Sanitary Absorbent Article Thereof - A method for producing a low density perforated web material having a thickness of at least 0.20 mm, comprising the steps of:
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20170035620 | Absorbent Article Having A Composite Web With Visual Signal Thereon - A process for making a composite web is disclosed. The composite web can be incorporated into an absorbent article. A volume of ink is applied to the composite web such that when the composite web is incorporated into the absorbent article, a visual signal is produced. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035621 | TAMPONS AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME - A tampon produced by a method of multiple successive passes of a needle through a fiber web in a manner such that the tampon is afforded a desirable structural configuration and optimized characteristics, including tensile strength, relative absorbency, linear density, and thickness. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035623 | Absorbent Article Having Dryness Indicating Graphic - An absorbent article including features facilitating toilet training of a wearer is provided. The article includes at least a first appearing graphic that changes from an initial, less visible state to a subsequent, more visible state in the absence of wetness, thereby to provide positive encouragement to a child during toilet training. The appearing graphic becomes less visible if subjected to liquid. A wetness sensation member may also be provided to give tactile, negative sensation to the child, thereby giving feedback received by at least two different senses. Additionally or alternatively, a second appearing graphic, different from the first appearing graphic, may be provided to increase a child's interest in the toilet training process. The first and second appearing graphics may become visible at different times, thereby providing a sequential or spaced reveal of the image. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035624 | FEMININE HYGIENE ARTICLE - A feminine hygiene article comprises a topsheet, a backsheet and an absorbent core disposed therebetween. The feminine hygiene article has two longitudinal side edges. Each longitudinal side edge has a notch that extends from the longitudinal side edge towards the absorbent core. Each notch is disposed between a front portion transverse centerline and rear portion transverse centerline of the feminine hygiene article. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035625 | Absorbent Articles and Arrays of Absorbent Articles Comprising Different Forms Designed to Aid in Physiological and Psychological Development of Infants, Toddlers, and Children - The present disclosure is directed to disposable absorbent articles and arrays of disposable absorbent articles which are designed to fit a range of wearers having different physiological, psychological and cognitive needs which can be impacted by product form and level of engagement required during application as well as by the final appearance fit and function of the article. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035626 | CAST COVER - A cover that is sized to secure over an appendage of an animal, such as a human is provided. The cover includes a tubular sidewall. The sidewall has a closed bottom end and an open top end formed by an upper rim. The sidewall further includes a first inner edge and a second inner edge formed along a length of the tubular sidewall and terminating at the upper rim. A first connector releasably connects the first inner edge and the second inner together, forming a water tight seal along the length of the tubular sidewall. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035627 | BANDAGE AND MEDICAL FABRICS DISPENSERS - Disclosed herein is a dispenser for adhesive fabrics or tapes, such as bandages or other adhesive medical fabrics or correction tapes. The dispenser has a case in which a supply reel and a take-up reel are mounted. A belt having adhesive fabrics or tapes thereon extends from the supply reel through one or more openings to the exterior of the case, and thence to a take-up reel. The supply reel and the take-up reel are coupled so that the belt is wrapped around the take-up reel as it is unwound from the supply reel and advances to move an adhesive fabric or tape to the exterior of the case for dispensing. The dispenser may optionally have an activation device that allows a user to extend a portion of an adhesive fabric outside the dispenser and dispense and apply the adhesive fabric to a human skin with one hand. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035628 | PATIENT SUPPORT - A patient support includes bearings, a litter frame supported relative to the bearings, an elevating mechanism for changing the elevation of the litter frame relative to the bearings at an elevating mechanism speed, and a user interface operable to vary the elevating mechanism speed. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035629 | INFANT PATIENT TRANSFER DEVICE WITH HEART RATE SENSOR - A patient transfer device is utilized to transport infant patients between locations within a hospital environment. The patient transfer device includes a center, support section and a pair of side sections that can be moved into contact with each other to surround the infant patient. The first and second side sections each include a handle that can be brought into close proximity to each other and can be grasped by a single hand of a clinician. The patient transfer device includes a heart rate sensor positioned to provide a heart rate measurement of the patient when the patient is received on the patient transfer device. The patient heart rate can be displayed on either an integrated display or wirelessly transmitted to an external display device. In this manner, the heart rate of the infant can be continuously monitored during transport. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035630 | MOBILITY SECUREMENT SYSTEM - A mobility securement system, and method for securing a wheelchair or other mobility device, and its passenger, within a public or private vehicle. In various embodiments, the system includes one or two attachment members, one or two vehicle anchor assemblies and, potentially, at least one fixed or moveable bumper, and may further include a barrier. A tensioning assembly is operably connected to at least one attachment member and vehicle anchor assembly. One or more moveable bumpers are configured to articulate to in turn apply a force against the mobility device, and one attachment member may be hidden behind a stored position of a moveable bumper. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035631 | ROBOT SYSTEM, INSTRUCTION INPUT DEVICE, NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM, AND CONTROL METHOD FOR ROBOT SYSTEM - A robot system for assisting a patient in standing up and/or sitting down is provided. The robot system includes the following elements. A drive mechanism executes a drive pattern for assisting the patient in standing up and/or sitting down. An instruction input device receives an instruction to cause the drive mechanism to execute the drive pattern. A state acquirer acquires an execution state of the drive mechanism which is executing the drive pattern. A controller decides whether or not to cause the drive mechanism to execute the instruction received by the instruction input device, on the basis of the execution state acquired by the state acquirer, and controls the driving of the drive mechanism. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035632 | SYNCHRONIZED MOTION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DOUBLE ELECTRIC BED - A synchronized motion control system for a double electric bed includes two control devices attached to two electric single beds of the double electric bed respectively. Each electric single bed has a driver circuit and a motor. Each control device has a Hall sensor for generating a Hall signal of the motor, a microcontroller electrically connected with the Hall sensor for generating a rotation number signal according to the Hall signal, and a communication unit electrically connected with the microcontroller. The communication units are electrically connected with each other. The microcontroller of one of the control devices compares the two rotation number signals to generate a difference signal. The motor corresponding to the larger rotation number signal is decelerated according to the difference signal, so as to make the two electric single beds perform synchronized motion. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035633 | AUTOMATED VARIABLE BED TO WHEELCHAIR SYSTEM - Various embodiments are described herein for a system and a method for an automated wheelchair and bed system that transforms between wheelchair and bed positions. In one embodiment, an automated wheelchair and bed system comprises a chassis; a back mechanism assembly pivotally coupled to the chassis; a set rest assembly coupled to the chassis; a leg mechanism assembly pivotally coupled to the chassis; and a sliding base assembly slidingly coupled to the chassis, the sliding base assembly comprising a sliding base mechanism that moves away from a rear portion of the system when the system transitions from a wheelchair position to a bed position and moves towards the rear portion of the system when the system transitions from bed position to wheelchair position. In an alternative embodiment, an actuator is used to move the sliding base assembly and change the height of the system in chair mode or bed mode. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035634 | MEDICAL LINE MANAGER - A siderail assembly comprises a siderail and a medical line manager. The siderail includes a siderail body having a first surface, a second surface, and a side surface extending between about the first surface and about the second surface. The medical line manager is integrated into at least one of the first surface, the second surface, and the side surface of the siderail. The medical line manager includes a first side, a second side, and a bottom extending between about the first side and the second side. The medical line manager is configured to receive and removably retain at least one medical line therein. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035635 | LATCHING MOTION TRANSFER MECHANISM - Latching motion transfer arrangements may be used to raise an object up and out of the engagement with the ground or other support surface and to lower the object back onto the ground or other support surface. In one exemplary embodiment, the mechanism is caused to lift and latch by applying force in a first direction, a first time, and is caused to release and lower by applying force in the first direction, a second time. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035636 | Air Fluidized Mattress - A mattress apparatus including a foam layer, an inflatable air cushion superposed with the foam layer, a first pneumatic line in fluid communication with the air cushion, and a non-shearing layer covering at least a portion of the air cushion. The air cushion can be inflated to support a patient such that the air cushion contours the patient's body and disperse pressure portions over a larger area, thereby helping eliminate pressure points which can cause or worsen skin wounds. The non-shearing layer can help prevent further tearing or pulling of the skin as a patient moves on the mattress. The foam layer can comprise viscoelastic polyurethane. The apparatus can include a removable cover at least partially surrounding the foam layer, inflatable air cushion, pneumatic first line, and non-shearing layer. An air passage can be defined through the removable cover. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035637 | WEARABLE THORAX PERCUSSION DEVICE - A wearable thorax percussion device for dislodging mucous buildup in the airways of a human patient, the device comprising frame elements and electromechanical actuators retained by the frame elements to intermittently percuss the thorax, and an electronic controller and power source for generating and modulating an electrical signal to energize the actuator. The frame elements may be interconnected by a garment, or fasteners and elastic or adjustable strapping. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035638 | REHABILITATION MECHANISM FOR PATIENTS CONFINED TO BED AND BED COMPRISING THE REHABILITATION MECHANISM - The invention relates to a rehabilitation mechanism ( | 2017-02-09 |
20170035639 | Joint Rehabilitation Apparatus - A rehabilitation apparatus for facilitating joint movement in a patient having a limb with a joint, the apparatus including an actuation member and an actuation strap extending from the actuation member, the actuation member selectively retracting the actuation strap, the actuation strap having a strap end engageable with the limb of the patient. A security strap is connected to the actuation member. When the limb of the patient is engaged with the strap end of the actuation strap and the actuation member retracts the actuation strap, the actuation strap produces a force on the limb. The security strap can be a harness receivable about a patient's upper torso. The apparatus can further include a brace, the joint of the patient's limb receivable in the brace, the actuation strap engageable with the brace, the actuation strap producing a force on the limb via the brace. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035640 | TORQUE SETTING METHOD AND APPARATUS - Provided is a method and apparatus for setting a torque of a walking assistance apparatus. A rotation angle and a rotation angular velocity of the walking assistance apparatus may be measured to set the torque. An amount of torque to be set may be calculated based on the rotation angle and the rotation angular velocity of the walking assistance apparatus. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035641 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FUNCTIONAL GAIT RE-TRAINER FOR LOWER EXTREMITY PATHOLOGY - A gait device and method for rehabilitating or developing a subject's lower extremity. The device may include a movable belt configured for the subject to ambulate thereon; a track provided above the movable belt that is generally aligned with the movable belt; and a coupler that is configured to travel along the track and attach to the distal portion of the lower extremity of the subject while the subject is ambulating on the movable belt. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035642 | WALKING TRAINING APPARATUS AND WALKING TRAINING METHOD THEREFOR - A walking training apparatus includes a walking assistance apparatus attached to a leg of a user, a first pulling mechanism to pull the leg upward and forward, a controller configured to control the first pulling mechanism so that a vertically-upward component of a pulling force applied by the first pulling mechanism reduces a weight of the walking assistance apparatus, and a joint angle detector disposed in the walking assistance apparatus or an image pickup device to take an image of the leg of the user. The controller is configured to make the first pulling mechanism generate an additional pulling force in addition to the pulling force at a start of forward swinging of the leg or during a swinging period of the leg in a walking motion of the user, by using information detected by at least one of the joint angle detector and the image pickup device. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035643 | GAIT TRAINING APPARATUSES, ATTACHMENTS FOR GAIT TRAINING AND RELATED METHODS - Attachments, apparatuses, and methods for partial weight bearing gait training are described. Attachments for partial weight bearing gait training may include a structure sized and configured for attachment to a walker, an undampened elastic member, and a harness. Apparatuses may include a walker with a walker frame and at least two wheels, a harness support base frame connected to the walker, a suspension arm coupled to the harness support base frame, an undampened elastic member connected to the suspension arm, and a harness connected to the undampened elastic member. Related methods of assembling a gait training apparatus and of using a gait training device are also described. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035644 | MONOCOQUE AMBULATION AID - Example ambulation aid apparatus and associated methods of manufacture are disclosed and described herein. An example ambulation aid apparatus includes an ambulation aid body formed as a integral part, the integral part formed in monocoque construction to provide support for mobility of a user through the integral part, the integral part providing a plurality of grippable areas to facilitate user movement and support through the integral part. Another example ambulation aid apparatus includes a primary panel formed in monocoque construction to provide support for and assist in mobility of a user through the skin of the monocoque primary panel, the primary panel formed to interrelate with one or more subassemblies to provide an integrated monocoque part to assist in providing support for and improved mobility of the user through the integrated monocoque part. Example methods of manufacture are also disclosed and described. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035645 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO ASSIST USERS HAVING REDUCED VISUAL CAPABILITY UTILIZING LIGHTING DEVICE PROVIDED INFORMATION - A lighting device obtains data related to objects and boundaries in an area in the vicinity of the lighting device, and a user wearable device provides a display (e.g. an augmented reality display based on the data related to the objects and the area boundaries) for a user/wearer. The lighting device includes a mapping sensor that collects data related to the objects and boundaries in the area. The user wearable device includes a camera or other optical sensor and wireless communication capability. The user wearable device is provided with mapping data that is presented on a display of the user wearable device. The communications and display capabilities allow the user wearable device to obtain room mapping information related to area in the vicinity of the lighting device in order to provide navigational assistance to a visually impaired person in the area. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035646 | USING A 3D DISPLAY TO TRAIN A WEAK EYE - A method for treating a weak viewer-eye includes the steps of receiving eye-strength data indicative of an eye-strength of the weak viewer-eye and causing a 3D display system to vary, in accordance with the eye-strength of the weak viewer-eye, display characteristics of a perspective that the 3D display system displays. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035647 | Chair-Type Massage Machine - A chair-type massage machine | 2017-02-09 |
20170035648 | MASSAGE, ROTATING ATTACHMENT OR A MASSAGE METHOD - The present invention concerns a rotating attachment, in particular for purposes of massage, which comprises a rotating mechanism with at least one rotating axle/rotation axis. This rotating axle can be connected with a drive or can be readily inserted into a plug connector, coupling or chuck or be secured and/or connected in a torque-proof manner. Furthermore, at least one massage head with at least one massage axle is provided for. In each case, at least one roll that can be rotated around the massage axle can be provided for at and/or on the massage axle. The massage head, the massage axles and/or the rolls are arranged such that the rotating axle and each of the massage axles are arranged in different planes and/or the massage axle(s) and/or the roll(s) are at least partially laterally tilted and/or deviated with reference to the rotating axle in one component. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035649 | SKIN AND SCALP MASSAGING APPARATUS USING ACOUSTIC PRESSURE - A skin and scalp massaging apparatus using acoustic pressure. A vibration member generates vibration using acoustic pressure induced when a sound source is generated. A vibration probe is coupled to the vibration member to receive vibration. The vibration probe has a detachably provided head having various purposes. The head is provided to massage skin or scalp. The vibration probe is coupled to a cone paper damper for generating vibration through a connection member to which the vibration member is coupled. The vibration probe is coupled to the cone paper damper of the vibration member, so that vibration is directly received, and thus, the vibration efficiency can be improved. Further, the head for the skin massage or the scalp massage is detachably provided on the vibration probe, and thus, can be used for various purposes of, for example, massaging skin, scalp, or the like. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035650 | CPR CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM WITH RATE-BASED PATIENT TRANQUILITY MODE - A CPR system includes a retention structure to retain the patient's body, and a compression mechanism to perform CPR compressions to the patient's chest. The CPR system further includes a processor to control the compression mechanism, and thus the performance of the CPR compressions. In embodiments, the CPR system compresses at a rate or frequency that is purposely sub-optimal for circulation at least some of the time, and especially when it is detected that the patient has regained consciousness. An advantage can be that the patient may thus faint again, and therefore perceive less of the unpleasant experience of the mechanical chest compressions that the CPR system continues to perform on them as it preserves them alive. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035651 | Hot Tub Manifold with Raised Frictional Sections - A hot tub manifold that has been engineered with a plurality of “teeth-like” raised sections inside the inner diameter of the manifold. As the water travels through the manifold while the hot tub pumps are operating, it travels across the surface of the “raised” sections creating friction. That friction energy created is thus transferred to the water in the form of heat—which in turn raises the temperature of the water to the desired set level on the thermostat on the hot tub. Passing the water (generally at high speed) over the raised teeth creates “free” heat and lowers the amount of time and energy required by the hot tub's element heater to elevate the water to the given temperature. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035652 | CARTRIDGE PORTION OF TRANSDERMAL DRUG DELIVERY APPARATUS AND METHODS - A cartridge, which may be suitable for use as a portion of a transdermal drug delivery apparatus, may include a body at least partially defining an interior for containing fluid for being delivered by the transdermal drug delivery apparatus. The body may also at least partially define first and second openings to the interior of the body, wherein the first and second openings are respectively proximate opposite first and second ends of the body. The cartridge may also include a self-sealing member at least partially closing the first opening, and a movable member at least partially closing the second opening, wherein at least a portion of the movable member is for being urged into the interior of the body for increasing pressure within the interior of the body. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035653 | COAXIAL NEEDLE CANNULA WITH DISTAL SPIRAL MIXER AND SIDE PORTS FOR FLUID INJECTION - Disclosed is a multi-lumen mixing device that includes a first and second lumen constructed and arranged to separately pass a first and second reagent to a mixing chamber in the device, where the mixing chamber includes a mixing feature that mixes the first and second reagents. The disclosed multi-lumen mixing device may also include a port in fluid communication with the reaction mixing to permit the product of the combined reagents to be injected into a patent. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035654 | DEVICE WITH SLIDING STOPPER AND RELATED METHOD - A device that has a device body defining an opening at one end thereof, a storage chamber within the device body for storing multiple doses of a substance therein, and a sliding stopper, sealing engageable with the device body, through which the chamber is filled. The stopper has a body and a flexible portion, which may be in the form of a plurality of flexible members, extending therefrom. The flexible portion or members are movable between first and second positions. In the first position, during filling, the portion or members are substantially laterally extending from the stopper body and engaging the opening of the device body. Accordingly, the axial position of the stopper with respect to the device body is secured during filling of the chamber therethrough. In the second position, after filling, the portion or members are substantially axially-extending from the stopper body and disengaged from the rim or opening of the device body. Accordingly, the stopper is axially slideable through the body. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035655 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COMPOUNDING A PREPARATION USING A PREMIX SOLUTION - Computer systems and non-transitory computer readable media for determining an amount of an ingredient for a preparation for a requested therapy (e.g., an order or a prescription) includes an identifier, volume, and amounts of first and second compounds in each of a plurality of premix solutions. A predefined formulary comprising a formulary concentration of each of a plurality of additions is provided. A premix solution is selected. An amount of a first additions to be added to the premix solution may be selected. A number of bags of the premix solution, needed to satisfy a volume associated with the selected premix solution, are optionally reserved. An additive volume is determined at least by the specified first amounts of the first addition and a corresponding formulary concentration. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035656 | MULTI-LAYERED ORALLY DISINTEGRATING TABLET AND THE MANUFACTURE THEREOF - The present invention features a tablet containing a first layer and a second layer, wherein: (i) the first layer includes a pharmaceutically active agent and the composition of the first layer is different from the composition of the second layer; (ii) the tablet has a density less than about 0.8 g/cc; and (iii) the tablet disintegrates in the mouth when placed on the tongue in less than about 30 seconds. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035657 | ORAL MOUTHPIECE AND METHOD FOR THE USE THEREOF - The present invention relates generally to an oral device, or mouthpiece, for delivering a fluid to the mouth or oropharynx of a user. In one embodiment, the oral device includes an intraoral portion, an extraoral portion, and an auxiliary support device that serves to stabilize the oral device. In various embodiments, the auxiliary support device may be configured with ear loops, a support band, a support frame and/or a support member. The intraoral portion generally includes at least one outlet port through which the fluid is delivered to the oral cavity or oropharynx. A method of dispensing a fluid using the oral device is also provided. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035658 | Medical Cabinet Access Belt Optimization System - A cabinet for securely storing items includes a drawer enclosure, a drawer, a cover, an electric actuator, and a switch. The drawer is slidable at least partially into and out of the enclosure, and includes a compartment. A cover which is configured as a metal belt is designed to selectively block access to the compartments of the drawer when the cover is in a first configuration, and to allow access to the compartment when the cover is in a second configuration. The electric actuator is designed to move the cover from the first configuration to the second configuration in one of two directions. The actuator selects the direction to reduce the time required to make such movement. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035659 | CONTAINER WITH A DISPENSING SCHEDULE - The current disclosure is directed to a container with a dispensing schedule. In one implementation, the container with a dispensing schedule comprises a bottle with a threaded neck and a complementarily threaded cap having a cylindrical rim and an internal schedule display. An indication on or within the internal schedule display is displayed through an aperture in the cap rim. Features included in the cap and schedule display interoperate to ensure that the displayed indication is advanced when the cap is removed from, and subsequently threaded onto, the bottle container. The displayed indication is relatively large and clear, to facilitate viewing by vision-impaired users, and the indication-advancement mechanism is robust and reliable. In addition, the cap and internal schedule display include features that allow the displayed indication to be set to a particular indication. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035660 | Dilation Device for Placing Catheter Tubes - A stoma dilation device that includes a tubular support and an inflatable dilation portion located on the tubular support. The inflatable dilation portion includes a stiffening portion and inflation lumen. The device may have a retention portion configured to have a diameter upon full, unrestrained inflation that is greater than the diameter of the dilation portion. The device is designed to be placed in a patient to dilate the stoma for the installation of a catheter feeding tube. The device may be placed and withdrawn with the use of an endoscope which need be inserted into the patient only one time. The single insertion of the endoscope significantly reduces the trauma to the patient in comparison with multiple endoscope insertion methods. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035661 | ENAMEL PRODUCTS AND METHODS OF USE - Described herein are three-dimensional (3D) culture systems that can be used to produce enamel organoids that generate enamel products. The invention features methods of culturing a variety of cell types to produce such enamel organoids; the organoids themselves; enamel products generated by the organoids; and methods of fashioning the enamel products into surgical restorations, including dental restorations and other prostheses. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035662 | DENTAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Provided herein are high performance dental restoration compositions, particularly two-part compositions having good self-cure times. Also provided herein are methods for restoring or filling a cavity in a tooth in an individual with the two-part dental restoration compositions. In particular, compositions provided herein are useful in restoring large cavities, including Class I and Class II cavities. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035663 | METHODS OF TREATING GINGIVITIS USING HIGH SALT TOOTHPASTE - A method of treating gingivitis comprises applying a toothpaste comprising at least 5% sodium chloride in a toothpaste base comprising a non-silica calcium carbonate abrasive and humectant, to the oral surfaces, e.g., the teeth and gums, of a patient in need thereof, together with compositions for use therefor. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035664 | FLAVOR-OPTIMIZED IONIZED WATER COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to flavored ionized water compositions designed with effective concentrations of hydronium characterized by pH levels selected to improve oral health. In particular, the compositions of the present invention control the window of the effective concentration of hydronium in a flavored ionized water composition to afford novel flavored alkaline water compositions. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035665 | HYDROCARBON MIXTURES AND USE THEREOF - The invention relates to a hydrocarbon mixture that contains at least two hydrocarbons that are different from each other, the number of carbons thereof differing by more than one, wherein said two hydrocarbons that differ from each other make up at least 60% by weight, preferably at least 70% by weight of the total of the hydrocarbons. The invention also relates to the use of said hydrocarbon mixtures and to cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical preparations containing said hydrocarbon mixtures. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035666 | Deodorants Containing 1,3-Propanediol - The present disclosure relates to a deodorant containing 1,3-propanediol. in particular, the present disclosure relates to a clear, natural deodorant that is safe and effective, can minimize microbial activity, can contain sufficient amounts of fragrance to mask malodor, or both, in a formulation substantially free of petroleum derived components, antibacterial and/or antifungal agents, or both. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035667 | COMPOSITION FOR ALTERING THE COLOR OF KERATIN FIBERS - Disclosed are hair color bases, hair color compositions, and methods for altering the color of hair. Hair color bases comprise a buffer system including ammonium chloride, sodium metasilicate, ammonium hydroxide, and monoethanolamine (MEA). Hair color compositions comprise a hair base comprising a buffer system including ammonium chloride, sodium metasilicate, ammonium hydroxide, and monoethanolamine (MEA), and an oxidizing component. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035668 | NOVEL COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING P-HYDROXYBENZYLAMINE - The present invention relates to the use of p-hydroxybenzylamine or a salt thereof as antimicrobial agent as well as to composition comprising said agent. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035669 | ORAL COMPOSITION FOR TOOTH WHITENING PRODUCT, AND KIT COMPRISING SAME - The present invention relates to a composition that acts prior to the action of a tooth whitening composition or tooth whitening patch, the composition containing an oral cavity stimulation alleviating component able to reduce stimulation by the tooth whitening composition or patch. The present invention also relates to a tooth whitening kit whereby oral cavity stimulation is alleviated. The composition that acts prior to the action of a tooth whitening composition or patch of the present invention provides an outstanding tooth whitening effect while alleviating pain by mitigating intra-oral stimulation brought about by the rapid action of a tooth whitening component due to a tooth whitening component active agent. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035670 | WATER-BASED RESIN NAIL POLISH - The present invention relates to water-based resin nail polish, which comprises the following components in parts by weight: 48 to 53 parts of deionized water, 23 to 28 parts of polyurethane-35, 15 to 20 parts of acrylic acid/VP cross-linked polymer, 0.5 to 1 part of laureth-21 and 0.01 to 005 part of compound of formula I. The present invention is environment-friendly, non-toxic, harmless to human bodies and pollution-free to an environment. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035671 | PEELABLE TRANSPARENT DIAMOND NAIL-CARE COAT - The present invention relates to a peelable transparent diamond nail-care coat. The peelable transparent diamond nail-care coat mainly contains the following components in parts by weight: 40-50 parts of polyacrylate-2-cross-linked polymer, 5-12 parts of benzophenone, 20-30 parts of ethyl methacrylate, 8-16 parts of polydimethylsiloxane, 0.01-0.05 part of a compound of formula I, and 10-15 parts of trimethylolpropane triacrylate. The nail-care coat disclosed by the present invention can be cured to form a film only by being subjected to LED light curing for 1 to 2 minutes, and is stable in performance and washable, without a pungent smell, and healthy and environment-friendly; and the nail-care coat disclosed by the present invention is a two-in-one product composed of a prime coat and a top coat, and is capable of being peeled or torn as a whole, without the need of washing and without residue. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035672 | SKIN LIGHTENING COMPOSITIONS - Compositions and methods for lightening and/or depigmenting skin are provided, the compositions comprising compounds having the structure: | 2017-02-09 |
20170035673 | COSMETIC COMPOSITION COMPRISING A PASTY FATTY SUBSTANCE AND A NON-IONIC DERIVATIVE OF HYDROPHOBIC-MODIFIED CELLULOSE - The present invention relates to a composition, in particular a cosmetic composition, in the form of an emulsion comprising at least one polyester resulting from the esterification, with a polycarboxylic acid, of an aliphatic hydroxycarboxylic acid ester comprising at least two hydroxyl groups and at least one nonionic cellulose derivative comprising one or more hydrophobic substituents containing from 8 to 30 carbon atoms. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035674 | SKIN AGING INHIBITOR AND CONCENTRATE OF RESVERATROL 3-O-A-GLUCOSIDE - An object of the present invention is to provide an anti-skin aging agent that can prevent skin aging such as spots, dullness, wrinkles, sags, and skin roughness. It has been found that resveratrol 3-O-α-glucoside has remarkable anti-skin aging effects such as melanogenesis suppression, hyaluronidase inhibition, anti-oxidization, cell activation, sirtuin gene activation, matrix metalloproteinase suppression, and anti-inflammation, and thus, can be used as an anti-skin aging agent. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035675 | USE OF ALKYL POLYGLYCOSIDES AS PERFUME-SOLUBILISING AGENTS AND PERFUME COMPOSITION INCLUDING SAME - A composition represented by the formula (I): R-0-(G) | 2017-02-09 |
20170035676 | EXTERNAL DERMATOLOGICAL AGENT FOR ANTI-AGEING - The present invention aims to provide an external dermal composition for anti-ageing, which prevents or improves apparent skin problems such as age-related or senescent wrinkles, fine wrinkles, saggings, spots, etc., as well as maintaining or enhancing the skin barrier functions. The object is solved by providing an external dermal agent for anti-ageing, which contains as an effective ingredient(s) one or more members selected from the group consisting of adenosine N1-oxide 5′-phosphate, analogues thereof, and their salts. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035677 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Aqueous and substantially non-aqueous oral compositions comprising a cationic steroidal compound are suitable for treating conditions of the oral cavity. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035678 | COMPOSITION FOR IMPROVING THE APPEARANCE OF AGEING SKIN - A liquid composition for improving the facial contour and shape of the human or animal face by injection, the liquid composition comprising water and at least one of the following components A, B and C: at least one component A, which leads to an osmotic concentration in the range from 500 to 5000 mOsm in the liquid composition, at least one high viscosity component B, which leads to a viscosity of the liquid composition in the range from 10 to 1500 mPas, at least one micro-particles component C, comprising micro-particles with an average particle size not larger than 0.25 mm, preferably in the range of 0.001 mm to 0.25 mm, and optionally comprising a local anesthetic compound D. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035679 | COSMETIC COMPOSITION FOR COATING KERATIN FIBRES - The present invention relates to a composition, preferably a cosmetic composition, in particular for coating keratin fibres such as the eyelashes, comprising:—an aqueous phase,—a lamellar phase Lβ formed by an aqueous phase-structuring surfactant system, said surfactant system comprising a content of surfactant(s) of greater than or equal to 15% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition,—at least one (poly)vinylpyrrolidone hydrophilic polymer present in a content of greater than or equal to 3% by weight of solids relative to the total weight of the composition, the hydrophilic polymer(s) having a weight-average molecular mass Mw ranging from 1500 to 500,000 g/mol. The present invention also relates to a process for coating keratin fibres. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035680 | COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS FOR MINIMIZING SKIN IMPERFECTIONS - The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising (a) about 10% to about 20% by weight, based upon the total weight of the composition of a film forming agent; (b) about 1% to about 25% by weight, based upon the total weight of the composition of a particulate material; (c) two or more thickening agents; and (d) water. When applied to the skin, the composition allows for immediate tightening of the skin while decreasing the visibility of fine lines and deep wrinkles. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035681 | COSMETIC MATERIAL - A cosmetic material comprises (A) a hydrophobic powder; (B) a carboxylic acid modified silicone; (C) a basic compound; and (D) water. The (A) hydrophobic powder is generally dispersed in an aqueous phase of the cosmetic material. The cosmetic material can provide a refreshing sense of feel during use, and can form a cosmetic film with excellent water resistance on the skin. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035682 | CONDITIONING COMPOSITION FOR KERATIN FIBRES - The present invention relates to a conditioning composition for keratin fibres especially human hair comprising particular cationic polymers and a cationic silicone compound. The present inventor has surprisingly found out that an aqueous hair conditioning composition comprising at least two cationic polymers, one being a cationic polymer with multiple cationic sites and with multiple ester groups in its molecule and the other cationic polymer is being a cellulose derivative, and a cationic or cationizable silicone improves hair combability, smoothness shine, elasticity and more interestingly hair treated with such a composition has volume and body and excellently manageable. | 2017-02-09 |
20170035683 | NON-AQUEOUS HAIR BLEACHING AND COLORING COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURING SAME AND METHODS OF USE - The present disclosure describes non-aqueous hair bleaching and coloring compositions, method of manufacturing same, and methods of use. In various embodiments, non-aqueous hair bleaching and coloring compositions comprise silicate, silica, peroxy salt, and a dye dispersed in a hydrocarbon carrier. Compositions according to the present disclosure comprise ingredients having strictly controlled particle sizes of less than about 0.180 mm average size (passing through Tyler 80 mesh screen size), alkalinities less than about 10% Na | 2017-02-09 |
20170035684 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING DOCYNIA DELAVAJY EXTRACT AND/OR ELAEAGNUS LANCELOTUS EXTRACT - Disclosed is a method of treating skin in need thereof, the method comprising topically applying to the skin a composition comprising an effective amount of an ethanolic or a butanolic extract from the leaf and stem of | 2017-02-09 |
20170035685 | ALOE VERA EXTRACT FOR PERSONAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - The invention relates to a specific fraction of Aloe vera extract for enhancing tight junction in skin cells. The invention more particularly relates to use of such a fraction in skin, oral and hair care compositions. The inventive extract of Aloe vera comprises 60 to 95% by weight of polysaccharides having a molecular weight in the range of 2 to 3 kDa, and less than 5% polyphenols, wherein the polysaccharides are hydrolysed by trifiuoroacetic acid. | 2017-02-09 |