40th week of 2016 patent applcation highlights part 8 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160287412 | PROSTHETIC ANKLE MODULE - A prosthetic ankle module allows for translational and/or rotational movement of a prosthetic foot relative to an adapter. The ankle module can include a four-bar linkage assembly. Links of the linkage assembly can be arranged in various configurations, e.g., parallel or non-parallel and having equal or non-equal lengths, to provide different functions and benefits, e.g., dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, vertical shock absorption, inversion, eversion, and/or rotation about the sagittal axis. Other types of linkage assemblies are also possible. A prosthetic foot can further include a support spring to limit the range of motion of the adapter in use. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287413 | COMPRESSION HEEL PROSTHETIC FOOT - A prosthetic foot comprises a resilient bottom member, a resilient top member, wherein the anterior top end is connected to the anterior bottom end of the resilient bottom member, and wherein the resilient top member is positioned over the resilient bottom member. The prosthetic foot may further comprise a toe pad having a spacer coupled to, and creating space between, the bottom member and the top member, and an adhesive bonding one of the bottom member and one end of the top member, where the adhesive is commingled with the spacer between the first bottom end and the first top end. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287414 | PARALLELOGRAM LOAD CELL - A device includes a first member and a second member disposed in series along a longitudinal axis. The device also includes links coupling first joints of the first member to second joints of the second member. The first and second members and the links arranged to define a planar parallelogram linkage. The devices also include a resilient element disposed between the first member and the second member, the first member and the second member preloaded against the resilient element. The first member and the second member are preloaded to provide an arrangement of the first and the second joints in which a motion of the first joints with respect to the second joints is constrained to a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The devices further include a sensor for generating a signal indicating a separation between the first member and the second member. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287415 | SCAFFOLD SYSTEM FOR TISSUE REPAIR - A device for treating a damaged tissue includes an expandable scaffold positionable in a portion of a luminal tissue structure of a mammal; and maintained via stent technology, wherein the scaffold is comprised of electrospun fibers composed of a biodegradable compound. The scaffold serves as a temporary template that allows the tissue to be rebuilt. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287416 | METHOD TO CREATE MICROPATTERNS ON AN INSIDE SURFACE OF A STENT - A method for manufacturing a tubular medical device having a micropatterned inner surface is disclosed. A glass tube having an optical mask on an outer surface thereof may be placed within a lumen of a tubular medical device, wherein the optical mask forms a pattern of shapes. An ultraviolet light source may be advanced within a lumen of the glass tube. The inner surface, including a photoresist coating, of the tubular medical device may be illuminated with ultraviolet light through the glass tube. The optical mask may block ultraviolet light from passing through portions of the glass tube. The inner surface of the tubular medical device may be etched to create a plurality of protrusions. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287417 | STENT HAVING ADDED FEATURE FOR STRAIN RELIEF AND MITIGATION OF CRACK PROPAGATION - A bioabsorbable stent comprises a plurality of struts interconnected by a plurality of curved intersections. Each of the plurality of curved intersections defines a crescent shaped opening therethrough. The stent has a manufactured state, a crimped state and an expanded state. The crescent shaped openings each have a width and a length such that in the crimped state the width of the crescent shaped opening is less than the width of the crescent shaped opening in the manufactured state or the expanded state. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287418 | FLEXIBLE STENT - The present invention is directed to a flexible expandable stent for implantation in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery. The stent generally includes a series of metallic cylindrical rings longitudinally aligned on a common axis of the stent and interconnected by a series of links which be polymeric or metallic. Varying configurations and patterns of the links and rings provides longitudinal and flexural flexibility to the stent while maintaining sufficient column strength to space the cylindrical rings along the longitudinal axis and providing a low crimp profile, enhanced stent security and radial stiffness. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287419 | IN-SITU FORMED STENT - A delivery system for forming a stent in-situ may comprise an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end and a lumen extending from the proximal end towards the distal end of the elongate shaft. A plurality of apertures may be positioned adjacent to a distal end region of the elongate shaft. The plurality of apertures may extend from an outer surface to an inner surface of the elongate shaft and be in fluid communication with the lumen. A port may be affixed to the proximal end of the elongate shaft and in fluid communication with the lumen. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287420 | CATHETER HAVING HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR - Catheter for delivery of a medical device such as a stent or filter includes an inner tubular member and an outer tubular member movable relative to the inner tubular member. The outer tubular member is disposed at the distal end of the inner tubular member. The inner tubular member includes a fluid lumen defined therein, the fluid lumen having a fluid flow port directed to the exterior surface of the inner tubular member. A pressure chamber is defined by the inner tubular member, the outer tubular member, a proximal seal and a distal seal, and is in fluid communication with the fluid flow port, wherein fluid introduced through the fluid flow port and into the pressure chamber applies a force on the proximal seal to move the outer tubular member in a proximal direction allowing the medical device constrained by the outer tubular member to be released. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287421 | Medical Devices and Methods for Protecting a Limb of a Patient During a Medical Procedure - Medical devices and methods are presented for protecting a limb, e.g., an arm, of a patient during a medical procedure. The medical devices and methods utilize a plurality of longitudinal sealed fluid pockets to thermally insulate and cushion an extremity of a limb. The plurality of longitudinal sealed fluid pockets is incorporated in a protective body that is shaped to wrap around the extremity when the medical device is deployed. The protective body has at least one access opening to provide access through the protective body to one or more corresponding portions of the extremity. Access panels may be formed into the protective body to allow portions of the extremity to be covered or uncovered and used with left or right limbs. Other devices and methods are presented. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287422 | Powered Orthotic Device and Method of Using Same - A powered orthotic device for use with a limb having at least two joints includes at least two brace sub-assemblies. The first brace sub-assembly includes a first powered actuator assembly that receives a first sensor signal from an electromyographic sensor. The first powered actuator assembly applies a first force for driving sections positioned with respect to a first joint to move relative to one another. The second brace sub-assembly includes a second powered actuator assembly that is configured to receive a second sensor signal from a sensor selected from a group consisting of an electromyographic sensor, an inertial measurement unit, and combinations thereof. The second powered actuator assembly applies a second force for driving sections positioned with respect to a second joint to move relative to one another. The second force is based on the first sensor signal or the second sensor signal. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287423 | ARTIFICIAL KNEE JOINT - There is shown an artificial joint ( | 2016-10-06 |
20160287424 | CERVICAL COLLAR HAVING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT - A cervical collar has a height adjustment system between upper and lower parts forming an anterior component for increasing height of the anterior component inclusive of a tracheal opening. The anterior component is arranged to permit the use of known mandibular and occipital supports in the cervical collar to maintain their functionality, comfort and fit, including their anatomical contours and connection to the height adjusted anterior component. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287425 | CRANIAL POSITION ORIENTATION DETECTION METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS - A force distribution apparatus and method are presented. Various embodiments of the disclosed apparatus include a plurality of layers configured and oriented to be deployed on a subject in a manner that disperses forces and lowers peak pressures experienced by the subject when resting on a surface, which tends to minimize risks of deformation and local ischemia. An innovative combination of novel construction methods, material selections, and sensors produce an apparatus that possesses an inherent three-dimensional shape despite being built from essentially flat components, while also retaining an ability to effectively distribute forces and reduce pressures. Further embodiments of the disclosed apparatus are adapted to detect and monitor motion and position of the subject, providing retrospective or real-time data for caregivers. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287426 | APPARATUS RESTRAINING HAND DIGIT CONTACT WITH THE FACE - An apparatus for preventing hand digit contact with the face is disclosed. The apparatus includes a flexible fabric body that is configured to wrap around a user's elbow. The apparatus allows for some flexure of the elbow permitting the user the ability to perform manual functions that do not require contact with the face. A stop is positioned to span across the crook of the elbow to prevent full flexure of the elbow making it difficult for the user to have sustained contact with the face and its features. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287427 | GRAVITY-COMPENSATING ARM SUPPORT - A gravity-balance device, which may be an orthotic support, has a support, a lever pivotally mounted on the support, a spring extending from the support to the lever, and a cam mounted on one of the lever and the support. The cam is positioned so that the spring wraps round the cam as the lever pivots, altering the effective point of action of the spring. A thing being supported can hang from the lever. The thing may be a sling supporting a human arm parallel to the lever, so that the spring compensates for the weight of the arm as the arm is raised and lowered. The cam may be a smooth curve, a polygon, or a row of pins at the corners of an imaginary polygon. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287428 | CONTINENT OSTOMY VALVE AND METHOD OF USE - Methods and materials related to ostomy devices, and particularly to valves for use with continent ostomies (e.g., ileostomies) are provided herein. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287429 | NASAL RELIEF AND SNORING STOPPING DEVICE - An airflow intrusive nasal relief and snoring stopping device is applied in an oral cavity. The oral cavity includes an oral opening, an upper tooth, a tongue, a palate and a uvula. The nasal relief and snoring stopping device includes a tooth accommodating member accommodating the upper tooth, and an airflow intrusive member between the uvula and the oral opening The tooth accommodating member includes a left tooth region and a right tooth region that are symmetrical. The airflow intrusive member connects the left tooth region and the right tooth region, and extends from the tooth accommodating member towards the palate. With the airflow intrusive member intruding the airflow inhaled through oral opening, soft tissues in the oral cavity are prevented from the effect of the airflow and hence from vibrations that may cause snoring, thereby improving symptoms of nose congestion and allergies. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287431 | Systems and Methods for Transferring Heat with a Portion of a Mammal - Systems, kits and methods for transferring heat with a portion of a mammal are provided. Aspects of the subject systems include a negative pressure device configured to apply negative pressure to a portion of a mammal, and a temperature modulation device configured to contact the portion of the mammal under negative pressure in a manner sufficient to transfer heat with the contacted portion of the mammal, e.g., either remove heat or introduce heat into the contacted portion of the mammal. The disclosed systems and methods find use in a variety of different applications, including both therapeutic and non-therapeutic applications. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287432 | SERPENTINE HEAT EXCHANGE ASSEMBLY FOR REMOVABLE ENGAGEMENT WITH PATIENT HEAT EXCHANGE SYSTEM - A heat exchange assembly can be removably engaged between two cold plates of a heat exchange system for exchanging heat with working fluid from an intravascular heat exchange catheter or an external heat exchange pad. The heat exchange assembly may have a serpentine, winding, tortuous, or sinuous configuration, or it may have one or more curves, turns and/or bends and/or can have a flattened transverse cross-section to facilitate heat exchange with the cold plates. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287433 | PROXIMAL MOUNTING OF TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN INTRAVASCULAR TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT CATHETER - An intravascular temperature management catheter includes a shaft through which working fluid can circulate to and from a proximal location on the shaft. The catheter extends from a connector hub. At least one heat exchange member is supported by a distal part of the shaft or other part of the catheter to receive circulating working fluid from the proximal location. A temperature sensor is supported on the catheter for generating a temperature signal representative of blood temperature to a control system. The temperature sensor includes first and second conductive leads having respective first and second distal segments on or in the catheter shaft. The first and second distal segments are arranged to be in thermal contact with blood flowing past the catheter when the catheter is disposed in a blood vessel of a patient. Also, the temperature sensor includes a joining body connected to proximal segments of the first and second leads. The joining body may be supported in the hub or in another location proximal to the first and second conductive leads. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287434 | COLD PLATE DESIGN IN HEAT EXCHANGER FOR INTRAVASCULAR TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT CATHETER AND/OR HEAT EXCHANGE PAD - 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 beat exchange catheter or external pad. The slot may have bulge cavities along the edges to permit the membrane of the cassette to expand and thus establish fluid supply and return passageways. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287435 | WORKING FLUID CASSETTE WITH HINGED PLENUM OR ENCLOSURE FOR INTERFACING HEAT EXCHANGER WITH INTRAVASCULAR TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT CATHETER - An enclosure or plenum that supports a looped pump tube is hingedly connected to a framed thin-walled heat exchange bag through which working fluid from an intravascular heat exchange catheter flows. The frame with bag can be inserted between cold plates to exchange heat with the working fluid flowing through the bag. With the framed bag between the plates, the looped pump tube from the enclosure or plenum is receivable in the raceway of a peristaltic pump, which pumps working fluid through the system. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287436 | SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR A SKULL/BRAIN INTERFACE - Systems, methods and devices are disclosed for directing and focusing signals to the brain for neuromodulation and for directing and focusing signals or other energy from the brain for measurement, heat transfer and imaging. An aperture in the skull and/or a channel device implantable in the skull can be used to facilitate direction and focusing. Treatment and diagnosis of multiple neurological conditions may be facilitated with the disclosed systems, methods and devices. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287437 | INJECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A device for a hypodermic needle comprises a connector for connecting to a hypodermic needle, a sheath ( | 2016-10-06 |
20160287438 | OCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Described here are systems and methods for accessing Schlemm's canal and for delivering an ocular device, tool, or fluid composition therein. The ocular devices may maintain the patency of Schlemm's canal without substantially interfering with transmural fluid flow across the canal. The fluid composition may be a viscoelastic fluid that is delivered into the canal to facilitate drainage of aqueous humor by disrupting the canal and surrounding trabeculocanalicular tissues. Some systems described here may be configured to cut or tear the trabecular meshwork with the body of an elongate member located within Schlemm's canal. Other tools for disrupting these tissues and minimally invasive methods for treating medical conditions associated with elevated intraocular pressure, including glaucoma, are also described. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287439 | NON-INVASIVELY ADJUSTABLE DRAINAGE DEVICE - The device comprises at least an inlet tube for the passage of fluid to be drained, said tube being connected to a chamber wherein said chamber comprises rotating means for adjusting the flow rate in said tube. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287440 | INTRAOCULAR IMPLANTS AND METHODS AND KITS THEREFOR - Devices, methods and kits are described for reducing intraocular pressure. The devices include a support that is implantable within Schlemm's canal and maintains the patency of the canal without substantially interfering with transmural fluid flow across the canal. The devices utilize the natural drainage process of the eye and can be implanted with minimal trauma to the eye. Kits include a support and an introducer for implanting the support within Schlemm's canal. Methods include implanting a support within Schlemm's canal, wherein the support is capable of maintaining the patency of the canal without substantial interference with transmural fluid flow across the canal. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287441 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING DOSIMETRY IN OPHTHALMIC PHOTOMEDICINE - A system and method for treating ophthalmic target tissue, including a light source for generating a beam of light, a beam delivery system that includes a scanner for generating patterns, and a controller for controlling the light source and delivery system to create a dosimetry pattern of the light beam on the ophthalmic target tissue. One or more dosage parameters of the light beam vary within the dosimetry pattern, to create varying exposures on the target tissue. A visualization device observes lesions formed on the ophthalmic target tissue by the dosimetry pattern. The controller selects dosage parameters for the treatment beam based upon the lesions resulting from the dosimetry pattern, either automatically or in response to user input, so that a desired clinical effect is achieved by selecting the character of the lesions as determined by the dosimetry pattern lesions. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287442 | STEERABLE LASER PROBE - A steerable laser probe may include a handle, and inner bore of the handle, an actuation structure of the handle, a housing tube, and an optic fiber disposed within the inner bore of the handle and the housing tube. The housing tube may include a first housing tube portion having a first stiffness and a second housing tube portion having a second stiffness. The second stiffness may be greater than the first stiffness. A surgeon may aim the steerable laser probe by varying a rotational position of the handle and an amount of compression of the actuation structure. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287443 | SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR RETINA PHOTOTHERAPY - A process for performing retinal phototherapy or photostimulation includes generating a laser light that creates a therapeutic effect to retinal and/or foveal tissues exposed to the laser light without destroying or permanently damaging the retinal or foveal tissue. The laser light is applied to a first treatment area of the retina. After a predetermined interval of time, within a single treatment session, the laser light is reapplied to the first treatment area of the retina. During the interval of time between the laser light applications to the first treatment area, the laser light is applied to one or more additional areas of the retina that is spaced apart from the first treatment area and one another. The laser light is repeatedly applied to each of the areas to be treated until a predetermined number of laser light applications to each area to be treated has been achieved. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287444 | GOGGLES - Disclosed are goggles. The goggles are provided so that they comprise: a main body unit worn on the face of a user; a lens unit that is coupled to the main body unit and has a fastening protrusion formed to protrude toward the main body unit; and a fastening unit that has a fastening recess formed therein and is coupled to the main body to lock and unlock the fastening protrusion, wherein the fastening unit includes a body part movably coupled to the main body unit and a guide protrusion for guiding the moving direction of the body part, the main body unit has a guide hole formed at a position corresponding to the guide protrusion, the guide protrusion being received in the guide hole, and the fastening unit further included a protrusion part coupled to the body part to push the fastening protrusion outward such that the lens unit is separated from the main body unit when the fastening protrusion is unlocked according to the movement of the body part into the main body unit. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287445 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLEANING ISTHMUS OF EUSTACHIAN TUBE - A method for cleaning an isthmus of a Eustachian tube (ET) of a patient includes using an instrument. The instrument includes a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a shaft extending therebetween, and a treatment feature disposed at the distal portion. The method includes directing the instrument into an oro-nasal cavity of the patient and advancing at least the distal portion of the instrument into an opening of the ET. The method further includes further advancing the instrument within the ET so that the treatment feature is disposed past, or is coincident with, the isthmus. The method further includes moving the treatment feature relative to the isthmus to clean the isthmus. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287446 | WOUND CARE SYSTEM WITH A MAT OF CAPILLARY MEMBRANES - Wound care system comprising a single-layer arrangement of mutually parallel capillary membranes with a porous, semi-permeable wall, a lumen and at least one open end, wherein the capillary membranes have an external diameter in the range of 50 to 500 μm and a wall thickness in the range of 5 to 1000 μm and, with their open end, are fluidically connected to a common supply line with a wall and a lumen, characterized in that the capillary membranes are connected to one another by means of connection elements to form a mat and are held at a distance from one another by the connection elements, in that the capillary membranes are embedded with their open end so fluid-tightly in the wall of the common supply line that a fluid connection is obtained between the lumen of the supply line and the lumen of the capillary membranes, in that the distance of the capillary membranes from one another in the mat is 1 to 10 times the external diameter of the capillary membranes, and in that the distance of the connection elements from one another is in the range of 1 to 50 mm. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287447 | MEDICATED PAD FOR A CHINSTRAP - A medicated pad for use in a chinstrap holder is provided. The medicated pad includes a non-abrasive user side having a medication. A self-adhering side is arranged opposite the user side. A plurality of reliefs in the medicated pad enables the medicated pad to be shaped to complement the chinstrap holder and be adhered to the chinstrap holder. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287448 | MEDICAL DEVICE FOR TREATING ABSCESSES - A medical device is provided that is configured to treat and drain an abscess. The device comprises a catheter having an expandable distal end including a flexible absorbent material. The catheter includes an input port configured to receiving fluid from a syringe, whereby the fluid expands distal end when injected. Upon expansion of the distal end, the absorbent material expands into the abscess cavity. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287449 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH WAIST GASKETING ELEMENT AND LEG CUFFS - A disposable absorbent article may include a chassis that includes a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet; and a leg gasketing system and a waist gasketing element. The leg gasketing system may include an inner cuff and an outer cuff; the inner cuff may include an inner cuff folded edge and an inner cuff material edge and the outer cuff may include an outer cuff folded edge and an outer cuff material edge such that the web of material is folded laterally inward to form the outer cuff folded edge and folded laterally outward to form the inner cuff folded edge. When tested by the Blowout Method Test as described herein, the disposable absorbent article has a Blowout Percent Leakage of less than about 9.0%. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287450 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE HAVING ACQUISITION LAYER - An absorbent article includes a liquid permeable top sheet, a liquid impermeable back sheet, an absorbent core being arranged between the top sheet and the back sheet, and an acquisition and distribution layer (ADL) of a nonwoven material being arranged between the top sheet and the absorbent core. The nonwoven material has a basis weight of 20-40 g/m | 2016-10-06 |
20160287451 | COMPOSITE MATERIAL FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAID MATERIAL - A composite material for an absorbent article and a method for manufacturing said composite material, said composite material being obtained by causing an absorbent material to adhere by electrostatic interaction to a substrate material, the surface of the absorbent material being positively or negatively charged in a prescribed solvent selected from among a nonpolar organic solvent, a polar organic solvent, and a water/polar organic solvent mixture; and the surface of the composite material being charged to an electrical charge opposite to that of the surface of the substrate material, in the prescribed solvent. The substrate material has a fiber substrate or a plastic substrate, and a polyelectrolyte layer provided on the surface layer; and/or the absorbent material has an absorbent-particle substrate or an absorbent fiber substrate, and a polyelectrolyte layer provided on the surface layer. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287452 | HETEROGENEOUS MASS CONTAINING FOAM - A heterogeneous mass comprising a longitudinal axis, a lateral axis, a vertical axis, one or more enrobeable elements and one or more discrete open-cell foam pieces is disclosed. The heterogeneous mass comprises three or more pore-size ranges. At least two of the pore-size ranges are in the foam pieces. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287453 | Compression Bandage - A bandage with a raised retention element that generates a compressive force on a wound is provided. The bandage generally comprises a raised retention element disposed on an inner surface of a stretchable material. A pad may also be included on the inner surface of the stretchable material, and the pad may be placed over a wound. Then, a user may wrap the bandage around a portion of the injured person's body such that the stretchable material stretches and wraps upon itself. The raised retention element on the inner surface of the stretchable material has a higher coefficient of friction than the stretchable material, and thus, the raised retention element helps secure the bandage around the portion of the injured person's body to generate a compressive force on the wound. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287454 | SELF-ACTUATING COTS - According to the embodiments described herein, a self-actuating cot can include a support frame, a pair of legs, and a hydraulic actuator. The support frame can extend from a front end to a back end. The pair of legs can be in movable engagement with the support frame. The hydraulic actuator can be in movable engagement with the pair of legs and the support frame. The hydraulic actuator can and extend and retract the pair of legs with respect to the support frame. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287455 | SEPARABLE BED - A separable bed includes a bed portion and a wheelchair portion that is combined with the bed portion to compose the separable bed. The wheelchair portion includes a second seat portion, and a second guide portion that supports the second seat portion, the bed portion includes a first bed bottom portion, a first guide portion that supports the second seat portion and the first bed bottom portion, a lifter that performs lifting operation of the first bed bottom portion, and a controller, and the controller lowers the first guide portion to a second lower limit position in a case where separation operation is performed. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287456 | WHEELCHAIR SUSPENSION - A wheelchair suspension includes a frame, a drive assembly pivot arm, a drive assembly, a front caster pivot arm, a front caster, and a spring and shock absorbing assembly. The drive assembly pivot arm is pivotally connected to the frame. The drive assembly includes a drive wheel and is mounted to the drive assembly pivot arm. The front caster pivot arm is pivotally mounted to the frame and coupled to the drive assembly pivot arm. The front caster is coupled to the at least one front caster pivot arm. The spring and shock absorbing assembly is pivotally connected to the drive assembly pivot arm at a first pivotal connection and pivotally connected to the front caster pivot arm at a second pivotal connection. The first and second pivotal connections are positioned such that a majority of the force applied by the spring and shock absorbing assembly is applied to the drive wheel when the suspension is on a flat, horizontal support surface. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287457 | ELEVATING WHEELCHAIR - An elevating wheelchair is disclosed. The wheelchair may have a gas cylinder disposed between the seat of the wheelchair and the frame of the wheelchair. By engaging the gas cylinder and pressing against an assistive push bar, the user may translate the seat along at least a portion of a seat travel path, elevating the seat of the wheelchair. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287458 | Spine Assisting Rotatable Table - The invention relates to an adjustable table for use while laying in a prone position. A bench frame is pivotally attached to a support frame. A post is pivotally connected to the bench frame provides means to adjust the angle between the bench frame and the support frame. A headrest is provided for securing the head while laying face down. A detachable foot platform is also provided. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287459 | PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS WITH LIFT SYSTEM - A patient support apparatus includes a base, a patient support, and a lift mechanism wherein the lift mechanism is coupled to the patient support by at least one upper pivot connection. The upper pivot connection includes an elongated slot and a pin captured in the elongated slot to form a sliding pivot axis, with the sliding pivot axis traveling along the elongated slot when the lift mechanism raises or lowers the patient support. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287460 | HEALTH CARE BED WITH VARIABLE WIDTH BED FRAME AND METHOD FOR USE THEREOF - A health care bed includes a floor engaging base frame and a first bed section having a wide central frame portion with a first width and having left and right wing sections with both retracted and extended positions relative to its wide central frame portion; a second bed section hingedly connected to the first bed section, having a narrow central frame portion with a second width less than the first width, and having left and right wing sections with both retracted and extended positions relative to its narrow central frame portion; and wherein at least one of first and second bed sections is mounted to said floor engaging base frame. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287461 | SURGICAL TABLE WITH COMBINATION FOOTBOARD AND PATIENT TRANSFER BOARD - A surgical table includes a combination footboard and patient transfer board to facilitate more efficient handling of a patient undergoing procedures requiring movement of the patient's lower body toward a perineal cutout portion of the table, and to facilitate more efficient movement of the patient to and from the surgical table. The combination board may be oriented horizontally or vertically and secured to the surgical table by multi-angular rail locks. The combination board includes a frame, a pad, and a pair of extension members secured to a common side of the board. The invention also includes a method of supporting a patient that is transported from a first location to a second location on the surgical table utilizing the combination board. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287462 | Training Apparatus - A training apparatus includes a fixed frame, a training rod, a motor, rotation information detection sensor, tilt angle and position difference calculation units, determination, a motor drive and position difference eliminating units. The training rod is supported by the fixed frame in a manner capable of being tilted by a motor about at least an X-axis or a Y-axis so as to hold the limb. The tilt angle calculation unit calculates a tilt angle of the training rod. The position difference calculation unit calculates a position difference. The determination unit obtains the position difference every time when a second time period elapses. If the position difference generated in the second time period is a first threshold or lower, the motor drive unit drives the motor so that the position difference is accumulated and maintained. The position difference eliminating unit resets the position difference at a predetermined timing. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287463 | System And Method For User-Controlled Exoskeleton Gate Control - A wearable robotic exoskeleton system and method is provided to offer mobility to a user wherein the exoskeleton system implements at least a safety state and an operational state, and wherein when in the operational state, the user is enabled to control the gait implemented by the exoskeleton system by varying gripping pressure applied to external supports. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287464 | CRUTCH - Embodiments of crutches are disclosed. A crutch has a main body having a substantially vertical tubular member with a plurality of apertures formed therein; an angled portion extending upwardly from the substantially vertical tubular member; an arm rest support extending perpendicularly from the angled portion for receiving an arm rest; and a handle extending outwardly from the arm rest support. The crutch further includes a leg telescopically received into the substantially vertical tubular member, and a foot exchangably received by the leg. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287465 | MOTORIZED WALKER - A motorized walker is provided that can enable users to walk without being slowed by the walker and without needing to exert themselves to push the walker forward. The motorized walker provides additional haptic speed cues to inform the user's posture and locomotion control to prevent falling. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287466 | MUSCULOSKELETAL INSTRUMENT - A musculoskeletal instrument with a plurality of fluid relief channels is provided. The instrument includes a substantially flat body that has an outer rim. The outer rim forms a first concave portion and a second concave portion. The first concave portion includes a greater radius of curvature than the second concave portion. Therefore, the present invention may be used for different treatment areas. Each of the first concave portion and the second concave portion include a plurality of teeth formed on the outer rim by a plurality of channels. The plurality of teeth and the substantially flat body are planar. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287467 | Methods and Devices to Provide Persistent Hot Tactile Experience - The present disclosure provides an electric heating device which can provide persistent hot tactile experience in male masturbation and meanwhile keep the insertion passage tight as long as possible. The device includes a electric heating kettle having at least two masturbator chambers and one lubrication chamber, a coaster, a transfer pipette having long and thin tube, a electrical thermometer. The present disclosure also provides a method to use hot masturbators rotationally. The present disclosure further provides a lubrication bottle embed with a transfer pipette and electric heating function. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287469 | EAR DEVICE - A device configured for use in an ear canal of an ear is disclosed. The device includes a tip configured to be placed at the entrance of the ear canal, an electric vibrator coupled to the tip, a power source electrically coupled to the electric vibrator, a housing configured to enclose each of the electric vibrator and the power source, and a light based indicator configured to indicate at least one of a strength of the vibrations and a level of the power source. The vibrator is configured to generate vibrations. Further, the electric vibrator is coupled to the housing. The power source provides electrical energy for operation of the electric vibrator. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287470 | MODULAR COMPONENTS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES - A medical device is disclosed. The device may include a service component for use in detecting patient data, at least one processor coupled with the service component, a care protocol module executable by the at least one processor to provide healthcare to a patient at least in part by generating a request for processing by the service component, and a resource module executable by the at least one processor to manage access to the service component by identifying a level of service associated with the care protocol module and responding to the request by managing the service component to meet the level of service. The care protocol module implements a patient care protocol that includes a sequence of actions directed to the patient. The level of service indicates a level of performance that the patient care protocol requires of the resource module. Selective offloading of modular functions is also enabled. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287471 | Steam shower system and device - A steam shower system, includes a steam enclosure, including a front plate, a rear wall, and a steam chamber; a steam mixing valve with a steam control dial; a mixed water line; a steam nozzle assembly with a stem nozzle head; a steam vent, including a perimeter wall, including a perimeter wall and a perimeter ledge; a steam deflector; a steam barrier; a vacuum air vent, which is optionally hidden behind the steam control dial; and aromatherapy device, including an aromatherapy aperture and receptor with a container for aromatic liquid; such that the steam vent is configured to emit steam from the steam chamber. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287472 | ACUPRESSURE NON-SLIP DEVICE, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR USE WITH EXERCISE - An apparatus, method, and device for applying acupressure and/or non-slip operation during use with exercise. The surfaces of the apparatus may comprise a textured pattern that applies acupressure to points of a user when using the apparatus during a workout, and/or provides non-slip functionality. The apparatus may be for example, a mat, glove, sock, vest, or flexible footwear. The acupressure pattern may be uniform or non-uniform and cover most or only portions of the surfaces. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287473 | ACUPRESSURE TOOL, ACUPRESSURE TOOL SET COMPRISING SAME, AND METHOD FOR ARRANGING SAME - An acupressure tool including a core rod and a pair of long elastic bodies which are attached to the core rod, with the elastic bodies being attached to the core rod by being arranged intersecting an axial direction of the core rod and bent along an outer face of the core rod. The elastic bodies include a first pressure part arranged on an upper face side of the core rod, and a first tapered face is formed on a rear face side of the first pressure part, the first tapered face lying obliquely to a direction of extension of the first pressure part and abutting the outer face of the core rod. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287474 | LIQUID PACKAGING CONTAINER - Provided is a liquid packaging container having satisfactory flexibility and transparency, high heat-seal strength, high bag-breaking strength at normal temperature and low temperatures, and low (inner layer)-(inner layer) adhesiveness, which are properties important for liquid packaging containers for medical use. Specifically, provided is a liquid packaging container formed from a laminate of at least three layers including an inner layer formed from a resin composition (Y) as described below, an intermediate layer, and an outer layer formed from a resin composition (Z) as described below, the intermediate layer being formed from a resin composition (X) as described below:
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20160287475 | Adapter for Vial Access Device | 2016-10-06 |
20160287476 | A method and an apparatus for using a medical syringe, as well as for dissolving a pharmaceutical substance in a liquid - The invention relates to a method for using a medical syringe, in which method the medical syringe comprises a cylinder part with retaining lugs or a retaining flange and a needle, and a plunger part which is movable within the cylinder part by moving the plunger rod extending outside the cylinder part with respect to the cylinder part, and the method comprising moving the plunger part with respect to the cylinder part by at least one industrial robot either outwards for drawing liquid into the medical syringe or inwards for injecting the liquid out of the medical syringe. In the method according to the invention, the plunger part is gripped with a gripper configured to prevent the plunger part from turning with respect to the gripper. The invention also relates to an apparatus for using a medical syringe, and a method and an apparatus for dissolving a pharmaceutical substance in a liquid by utilizing the method according to the invention for using a medical syringe. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287477 | MEDICATION-DISPENSING DEVICE - Described herein are medication-dispensing devices that can comprise mixing and/or entertainment features. These devises are designed to make the experience of taking medication more tolerable for certain classes of individuals that are averse to taking medication, such as small children. In some embodiments, the devices are interactive and configured such that a user can visualize a medication-mixing process or how his or her interaction effects the device. In some embodiments, the devices can comprise a reward-dispensing portion configured to provide a motivational reward for using the device and thus taking a medication. In some embodiments, the medication-dispensing devices comprise features that emit pleasant or exciting sensory output. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287478 | MEDICAMENT DISPENSING SYSTEM - A medicament dispensing system for orally dispensing medicament to a patient, wherein the system comprises in combination a syringe to extract medicament, an adapter to be inserted tightly into the medicament container and serve as an airtight inner cap thereof, as well as to serve as a guide for the syringe; and a housing or hood for containing and storing in a sterile manner said syringe and adapter. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287479 | MEDICATION-TAKING SUPPORT DEVICE - A medication-taking support device that has no possibility of a pill case being left outside the medication-taking support device even if the pill case ejected outside a casing is not received by a user is provided. The medication-taking support device includes a cassette ( | 2016-10-06 |
20160287480 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PORTABLE PILL DISPENSERS - A portable pill dispenser is disclosed herein. The portable pill dispenser includes a container configured to house at least one pill therein. The container is attachable to a housing, which comprises a dispensing opening. A dispensing mechanism, a ramp, and a control panel are disposed within the housing. The dispensing mechanism is configured to dispense the at least one pill from the container to the dispensing opening. The ramp is configured to direct the at least one pill to the dispensing mechanism. A verification mechanism is disposed about the housing. The verification mechanism is configured to activate the dispensing mechanism. The control panel is in electrical communication with the dispensing mechanism and the verification mechanism. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287481 | SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR CONTROLLING DELIVERY OF BREAST MILK SUPPLEMENTATION - Systems and devices for controlling delivery of a breast milk supplement are described which include a nipple component including aperture; a guard component attached to the nipple component; a supplement reservoir including a port with a controllable valve, the supplement reservoir adapted to contain one or more breast milk supplements, a flow conduit disposed within at least a portion of the nipple component and having a first end in fluid communication with the aperture and a second end in fluid communication with the port; a data storage component including a breast milk supplement regimen; and a control unit operably coupled to the controllable valve and the data storage component and including a microprocessor and circuitry, the circuitry including actuation circuitry configured to actuate the controllable valve to module release of the one or more breast milk supplements based on the breast milk supplement regimen. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287482 | Methods and Apparatuses for Orogastric Decompression - A neonatal orogastric decompression device that allows simultaneous air flow and moisture absorbency. The neonatal orogastric decompression device prevents accumulation of air in the stomach and offers a more sanitary and efficient tool for health care professionals. The neonatal orogastric decompression device contains brackets in the core which hold an absorbent wedge that does not expand to block air flow from the gastrointestinal tract. The absorbent wedge has an indicator function triggered by a chemical change or accumulation of liquid. The indicator provides health care professionals with visual feedback on the quantity and quality of the liquid being absorbed. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287483 | Cough containment apparatus - A laminated, antiviral and silver impregnated, 100% activated woven carbon cloth is fashioned into a biodegradable disposable device. The device has the ability to capture and kill viruses, germs and bacteria that emanate from the cough as one suffers the effects of respiratory infections. The device attaches to the wrist and is to be used at first signs of respiratory infection, such as the cold or flu. When one begins to cough, the idea is to press your mouth against the device and deliver the cough instead of coughing into ones hands, sleeve or open air. The carbon base device is antiviral, anti-germ and antibacterial inside and out and will remain effective throughout the entire bout of the cold or flu and is then disposed of The cough containment apparatus provides security to its users and others, in knowing that the virus is being contained. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287484 | Dry Shampoo Composition for Hair - The invention provides a dry shampoo composition for cleaning hair comprising: 4 to 35% baking soda and 65 to 96% starch. The constituent proportions are expressed in terms of proportions by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. Optionally the composition may also contain a conditioning agent and/or a fragrance. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287485 | AGENT AND METHOD FOR THE TEMPORARY DEFORMATION OF KERATIN FIBRES - The invention relates to powdered cosmetic compositions including a) 10 to 30 wt. % hydrophobized metal oxide power, b) 10 to 89 wt. % organic polyol, c) 0.01 to 15 wt. % of at least one copolymer of the monomers b1) N-tert-octylacrylamide, b2) acrylic acid, b3) tert-butylaminoethyl methacryclic acid, and b4) possibly additional monomers, which compositions are especially suitable for deforming keratin fibers and provide shine, texture and silkiness. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287486 | AGENT AND METHOD FOR THE TEMPORARY SHAPING OF KERATIN-CONTAINING FIBRES - The invention relates to powdered cosmetic compositions containing: a) 10 to 30% by weight of a hydrophobized metal oxide powder, b) 40 to 89% by weight of a polar solvent, and c) 0.01 to 5.0% by weight of an encapsulated fragrance preparation. Said compositions are particularly suitable for reshaping and scenting keratin fibers and provide shine, texture, and silkiness. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287487 | Fragrance slurry pattern providing controlled release of the fragrance Aroma - A fragrance slurry pad patterned sampler including a base material applied to one of coated and uncoated paper, flexible film and paper laminations, aluminum foil, thermal plastics, PET, OPP, BOPP, EVA, PE, and other commonly polymer films providing the base for the fragrance sampler, the sampler including a slurry formed from various aroma chemicals, one sampler formed of one or more aroma chemicals, and the other sampler formed of one or more aroma chemicals, each applied to the base material, in a patterned arrangement, so that when the microencapsulated chemicals are fractured upon opening of the sampler, the separate aromas will be delivered sequentially, or in combination, depending upon their patterned application to the base sheet of the sampler. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287488 | ZINC OXIDE WHICH IS COATED WITH SILICON OXIDE, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME, COMPOSITION WHICH INCLUDES THE ZINC OXIDE COATED WITH SILICON OXIDE, AND COSMETIC - Zinc oxide coated with silicon oxide of the present invention is zinc oxide which is coated with silicon oxide wherein surfaces of zinc oxide particles are coated with silicon oxide coatings, and the coated zinc oxide particles comprises at least one element selected from a group consisting of Mg, Ca, and Ba. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287489 | Oral Compositions Containing Gel Networks - The present invention is directed to an oral composition containing a gel network phase comprising: (i) one or more fatty amphiphiles, (ii) one or more surfactants, and (iii) one or more solvents; and an oral carrier phase. In certain embodiments, the gel network is used to structure the oral composition. The present invention is also directed to a method of forming an oral composition containing a gel network. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287490 | BLOWING AGENT-CONTAINING HAIR CARE COSMETIC - Aerosol compositions, comprising a) at least one propellant and b) at least one cosmetic preparation, including (i) at least one strengthening active substance and (ii) at least one alkoxylated carboxylic acid ester of the following formula (I), in which R1 represents a straight-chain or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl group having 6 to 24 carbon atoms, R2 represents hydrogen or an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R3 and R4 represent, independently of each other, hydrogen or an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R5 represents a straight-chain or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl group having 6 to 24 carbon atoms or a phenyl group, and n and m represent, independently of each other, the numbers 0 or 1 to 20, are suitable for the application of hair cosmetic agents in the form of spray mists, quickly collapsing foams. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287491 | READY-TO-USE, STABLE EMULSION - The present invention relates to a stable emulsion, ready for use, of fat-soluble vitamins or carotenoids, a process for the preparation thereof, and the use thereof as addition to animal feeds, human foods and dietary supplements, and cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287492 | Methods and Materials for Skin Care - The invention provides a cosmetic method for, preventing, minimizing and removing wrinkles and providing for smoother and more robust skin surfaces comprising applying a material incorporating water-insoluble copper compounds which release Cu | 2016-10-06 |
20160287493 | CLAY BASED PRODUCT IN SHEET FORM FOR COSMETIC APPLICATIONS - The invention relates to an applicator body, wherein said applicator body composition comprises at least one clay and at least one water soluble polymer. The invention also relates to methods for preparing said applicator body and methods of cosmetic care. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287494 | Method for Hair Frizz Reduction - A method directed to a hair soaking treatment for frizz reduction comprising immersion of consumer hair into an aqueous composition is disclosed. A method for hair frizz reduction wherein hair is soaked for at least about 2 minutes in an aqueous composition having a viscosity of less than about 1000 cP comprising from about 0.15% to about 20% (20 g/100 ml) of a moisture control material or mixture of moisture control materials wherein the moisture control material is a compound that is represented with the structure: | 2016-10-06 |
20160287495 | Method for Hair Frizz Reduction - A method directed to a hair soaking treatment for frizz reduction comprising immersion of consumer hair into an aqueous composition is disclosed. The corresponding composition comprises from about 0.25% to 20% of a moisture control material or mixture of moisture control materials wherein the moisture control material has structure selected from the group
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20160287496 | METHOD OF TREATING HAIR - A method for styling hair comprising:—applying to hair a hair treatment composition comprising from 4 to 25 wt % a citric or aconitic acid and having a pH of from 1 to 3;—leaving the product on the hair for from 5 to 90 minutes;—rinsing the product from the hair; and—styling. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287497 | USE AS A DEODORANT AGENT OF A SALIFIED SALICYLIC ACID DERIVATIVE, ALONE OR IN A MIXTURE - The invention relates to the use as a deodorant agent of a compound or a mixture of compounds having formula (II): | 2016-10-06 |
20160287498 | UREA BASED SKIN TREATMENT - A topical formulation for treating human skin, having:
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20160287499 | LIQUID HAND SOAPS AND BODY WASHES - The disclosure provides a liquid hand soap or body wash, comprising (i) a surfactant system comprising C | 2016-10-06 |
20160287500 | METHOD OF SHAPING HAIR - The invention provides a method of shaping hair comprising the following sequential steps: (i) treating the hair by topical application of a hair treatment composition comprising from 2 to 25 wt % of one or more C | 2016-10-06 |
20160287501 | 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. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287502 | METHOD FOR STRAIGHTENING, CONDITIONING AND COLOURING HAIR, ESPECIALLY HAIR WITH SUBSTANTIAL CURL - A method for straightening and dyeing keratinous fibers includes the following steps: A) treating the fibers with a straightening agent (G), B) treating the fibers with a conditioner (K), and C) treating the fibers with a coloring agent (F). The straightening composition (G) includes at least one alkalizing agent selected from sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, lithium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, and/or guanidinium hydroxide, the conditioner (K) and/or the coloring agent (F) include(s) at least one reducing agent selected from thiolactic acid, thioglycolic acid, cysteine, sodium sulfide, sodium sulfite, sodium thiosulfate, sodium dithionite, and/or cosmetically acceptable salts thereof, and the coloring agent (F) includes at least one direct acid dye. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287503 | MILD COSMETIC CLEANSING COMPOSITION - A particularly mild, high-foaming cosmetic cleansing composition with care qualities includes, within an appropriate vehicle, a) at least one first anionic surfactant of the formula (1) described herein, and b) at least one second anionic surfactant of the formula (II) described herein. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287504 | MILD COSMETIC CLEANING AGENT - A particularly mild, highly foaming, and conditioning cosmetic cleansing agent includes, in a suitable carrier, a) at least one anionic surfactant according to the following formula (I), in which the radicals R | 2016-10-06 |
20160287505 | COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING SESAMIN, METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME IN SKIN ANTI-AGING AND SKIN LIGHTENING APPLICATIONS - Topical compositions, packaging systems and methods for improving the appearance of skin or at least one sign of aging in skin are described. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287506 | Hair Treatment Compositions - Hair treatment compositions comprising an aqueous base, hydrolyzed wheat protein PG-propyl silanetriol, Polyquaternium-6, and, optionally, polylysine and/or an acrylates-based film former. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287507 | RETINOID DOUBLE CONJUGATE COMPOUNDS, COMPOSITIONS THEREOF, AND METHODS FOR TREATING OF SKIN CONDITIONS - A double conjugate molecule made of a retinoid, an organic acid, particularly an α-hydroxy acid, and an alcohol or acyl group, is provided which is useful in treating skin conditions, particularly aging. The retinoid, organic acid, and alcohol/acyl group are preferably linked via ester bonds. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287508 | Hair conditioning composition - The present invention concerns a hair conditioning composition comprising at least a fatty amphoteric surfactant, a fatty carboxylic acid and/or a fatty alcohol; and a cationic polysaccharide or cationic polysaccharide derivative, which can provide a good pearlescent effect and hair conditioning effect. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287509 | Personal Care Compositions Containing Cationic Synthetic Copolymer and a Detersive Surfactant - A personal care composition comprising:
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20160287510 | Bust d'Odor Deodorant - Bust d'Odor Deodorant is a clear liquid roll-on deodorant for men and women with lemon juice and botanical extracts (honeysuckle and orange lemongrass). It is designed to remove strong underarm odor that may last up to 48 hours. There are no antiperspirants, which is the whole objective of this invention. It does not prevent sweating as do antiperspirants, because sweating is good for the human body. To prevent underarm sweat is to keep toxins or waste products in the body; and adding the chemicals in antiperspirants on top of this makes it very dangerous and unhealthy for the human body. This is a breakthrough invention for mankind, health-wise. It has no side effects except for minor itch caused by cuts from shaving. It leaves no residue or gummy, sticky feeling under armpit, and does not stain or discolor clothing. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287511 | Formulation for Treatment of Hairs - A formulation for the treatment of hair, in particular for treatment of hair loss and dandruff, useful as a lotion and/or a spray. The formulation comprises at least dates, date seeds, and ethanol from fermented dates and date seeds. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287512 | USE OF BETHANECHOL FOR TREATMENT OF XEROSTOMIA - Bethanechol is administered topically, for the treatment of xerostomia. | 2016-10-06 |
20160287513 | EYE DEVICE - The invention provides a sustained release intraocular drug delivery device comprising: (a) a polymeric matrix core into which at least one therapeutic agent is mixed, and; (b) a polymeric coating completely surrounding said polymeric matrix material; wherein said polymeric matrix core and polymeric coating are insoluble and inert in ocular fluids, and wherein said sustained release intraocular drug delivery device has a compliant annular segment shape and is to be inserted into the sulcus of the intact and/or pseudophakic eye. | 2016-10-06 |