УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ РАСПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКОГО ПРОДУКТА, СООТВЕТСТВУЮЩИЕ СПОСОБ, ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ И ЁМКОСТЬ

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ СНИЖЕНИЯ ТЕМПЕРАТУРЫ

... 1. Устройство для снижения температуры для предметов или гибких изделий плоской формы, которые находятся в непосредственном тепловом контакте с телом живого существа, причем в предмет или гибкое изделие плоской формы по меньшей мере частично интегрированы изменяющий фазу материал (РСМ) и теплообменник, и функциональность предмета сохраняется, причем изменяющий фазу материал находится в теплопередающем контакте с теплообменником.2. Устройство по п. 1, в котором теплообменник пропускает среду, с помощью которой температура изменяющего фазу материала удерживается ниже и/или в диапазоне плавления.3. Устройство по п. 1 или 2, в котором изменяющий фазу материал присутствует в виде содержащих изменяющий фазу материал модулей и/или состоит из засыпки содержащих изменяющий фазу материал частиц.4. Устройство по п. 1, в котором изменяющий фазу материал предпочтительно состоит из парафина, гидрата соли и их модификаций, например, в виде компаундов.5. Устройство по п. 4, в котором компаунд находится ...

Patienten-wärmende oder-kühlende Decke

Wärme-Luftpolsterdecke

Dargestellt und beschrieben ist eine Wärme-Luftpolsterdecke (1), insbesondere für die Wärmeregulierung von Patienten bei chirurgische Eingriffen, mit wenigstens einer ersten Materiallage (2), wenigstens einer zweiten Materiallage (3) und mit einer Lufteintrittsöffnung, wobei die erste Materiallage (2) und die zweite Materiallage (3) so miteinander verbunden sind, dass sich bei Beaufschlagung der Wärme-Luftpolsterdecke (1) mit einem Luftstrom über die Lufteintrittsöffnung zwischen der ersten Materiallage (2) und der zweiten Materiallage (3) wenigstens ein von dem Luftstrom durchströmbarer Hohlraum (4) ausgebildet ist, wobei zumindest die zweite Materiallage (3) eine Perforation (5) aufweist, über die die Luft von dem Hohlraum (4) auf die Außenseite der zweiten Materiallage (3) austreten kann. Eine Wärme-Luftpolsterdecke (1) die eine homogene patientenseitige Warmluftabgabe aufweist wird dadurch erzielt, dass auf der Außenseite der zweiten Materiallage (3) eine mit der zweiten Materiallage ...

BEHEIZTE WUNDABDECKUNG MIT LEICHT HYPERTHERMISCHER EIGENSCHAFT

Apparat zur Heissluftbehandlung

Wärmedecke

Wärmetherapiegerät

Zur Stabilisierung der einen Luftvorhang bildenden Luftströmung ist ein Wärmetherapiegerät (1) mit am Rand der Liegefläche (2) verlaufenden Luftauslasskanälen (3) und mit jeweils zwei gegenüberliegend entsprechend der Kanalbreite angeordneten Begrenzungswänden (6, 6') für ausströmende Luft dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass zumindest eine Begrenzungswand (6, 6') zumindest eines Luftauslasskanals (3) mit einem in Längsrichtung des Luftauslasskanals (3) und parallel zur Liegefläche (2) verlaufenden Zylinder (5, 5') am ausströmungsseitigen Ende versehen ist, wobei der Zylinder (5, 5') einen Durchmesser von 0,005 bis 0,2 der Kanalbreite des Luftauslasskanals (3) aufweist. Gemäß einer Variante ist zumindest eine Begrenzungswand (6, 6') zumindest eines Luftauslasskanals (3) mit zumindest einer eine Düsen bildenden inneren Wand (81, 82, 83, 84) am ausströmungsseitigen Ende versehen, wobei der Abstand zwischen der Begrenzungswand (6, 6') und der eine Düse mit der Begrenzungswand (6, 6') bildenden inneren ...

Heat therapy apparatus

DETERMINING THE RESPONSE TO HOT AND COLD GAS

Patient warming blanket

Patient warming blanket

PATIENT COUCH AND ENVIRONMENT CHECKING DEVICE

INFLATABLE COVER FOR USE WITH HEART SURGERIES

THERMAL COVER FOR THE SUPPLY FROM LIQUID TO A PATIENT

PATIENT-REFRESHING DEVICE

HEAT COVER WITH SEVERAL INLETS AS WELL AS PROCEDURES

Noise and light monitor apparatus

Warm air massager

Hose connection for convective system

At least some aspects of the present disclosure feature a convective system, comprising: an inflatable convective device and a hose configured to connect to the inflatable convective device to an inflation medium source. The convective device has a pneumatic structure and an opening into the pneumatic structure, where at least part of the convective device is air permeable. The hose includes a nozzle configured to insert into the opening and a hindrance device disposed on the nozzle, where the hindrance device is configured to prevent the hose from slipping from the opening.

The skin clinic steamer

HEAT-EMITTING PATIENT GARMENT

This invention relates to a patient garment comprising a front piece (1) and a back piece (2). According to the invention the front piece (1) is wholly or partially made up of an outer layer (3) of a material with little air permeability and an inner layer (4) of a material with a significantly higher air permeability than the outer layer, which extends over at least part of the outer layer (3) and is attached to the latter in such a way that a space is formed between the outer and inner layer. Furthermore, at least one inlet (8,9) connectable to a source of warm air is located on the front piece of the garment and leads to the space between the inner and outer layer.

INFLATABLE BLANKET FOR USE IN CARDIAC SURGERY

A method of performing cardiac surgery on a patient's heart, including covering a patient with an inflatable blanket for a forced air convection system, the inflatable blanket having at least one separable seal line within the blanket. The separable seal line may be separated to form a slit. A patient's femoral artery is accessed through the slit, and an elongate medical instrument is passed through the slit, and through the femoral artery toward the patient's heart. Cardiac surgery is performed with the elongate medical instrument, and the elongate medical instrument is withdrawn from the femoral artery through the slit.

A FORCED AIR WARMING UNIT

Both the flow rate and the temperature of the air exiting a forced air wa rming unit are regulated in response to a single act or operation of a singl e element of control on a manually-operated remote control.

TREATMENT METHOD AND APPARATUS WITH A SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING THE FLOW OF THE GASEOUS MEDIUM

The invention relates to a treatment apparatus comprising an envelope that can be placed on or around a body part of a person such that the envelope has a positioning area (Z) for said body part of the person, the envelope being provided with an inlet (8) for a gaseous medium and an outlet for discharging the gaseous medium present in the envelope. According to the invention, the apparatus comprises a control system (11) for controlling the flow of the gaseous medium in order to direct the gaseous medium entering the envelope via the inlet (8) outside the positioning area (Z), and to homogenise the gaseous medium present in the envelope.

HYPOTHERMAL INHALATION GAS COMPOSITION

The present invention relates to an inhalation gas composition comprising oxygen and a mixture of inert gases, characterised in that the mixture of inert gases comprises a first compound selected from xenon and argon having hyperthermal properties, and a second compound having hypothermal properties, the mixture of inert gases comprising such a proportion of the first and second compounds that the mixture of inert gases is hypothermal.

DEVICE FOR REMOVING HEAT, ENERGY, AND/OR FLUID FROM A LIVING MAMMAL

The present invention provides improved devices for removing energy and fluid from body fluid containing spaces and surfaces of a mammal, the devices including isolated air and water delivery systems configured to simultaneously deliver streams of dry air and liquid water to the nostrils of a patient, without allowing the streams to come into contact with one-another until it enters the patient's nostrils.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COOLING THE BRAIN OF A HUMAN SUBJECT

A system for cooling the brain of a human subject* the system including a cooling subsystem configured to input a flow of air or breathable gas, cool the air or breathable gas, and output cooled air or breathable gas to a line coupled to a device adapted to deliver the cooled air or breathable gas to a human subject. A flow control device coupled to the cooling subsystem is configured to control a flow rate of the flow of the air or breathable gas input to the cooling subsystem and a flow rate of the cooled air or breathable gas output to the line. One or more How rate sensors coupled to the cooling subsystem are configured to measure at least a flow rate of flow of cooled air or breathable gas. One or more temperature sensors are configured to measure at least a temperature of a brain or a brain correlative site of the human subject and the temperature of the flow of cooled air or breathable gas. A controller is coupled to the cooling subsystem, the flow control device, the one or more ...

INFLATABLE THERMAL BLANKET WITH A MULTILAYER SHEET

An inflatable thermal blanket (100) with a multilayer sheet (104) and a method of use are disclosed for delivering thermally-controlled air to a person. The apparatus includes an inflatable structure formed from joining a first sheet and a second sheet. An inlet (108) is provided into the inflatable structure for receiving thermally-controlled air. A multilayer sheet, made from a plurality of sheets (106) releasably attached together, is attached to the second sheet. Means are provided for exhausting the thermally-controlled air from the inflatable thermal blanket. In the method of use, the inflatable thermal blanket is deployed in a first use and a source of thermally- controlled air is attached to the inflation port (108) admitting thermally- controlled air into the inflatable structure and exhausting thermally- controlled air. Additionally, the inflatable thermal blanket may be reused by detaching the lowest layer (106) of the multilayer sheet, exposing another layer of the multilayer ...

INFLATABLE THERMAL BLANKET WITH A MULTILAYER SHEET

An inflatable thermal blanket (100) with a multilayer sheet (104) and a method of use are disclosed for delivering thermally-controlled air to a person. The apparatus includes an inflatable structure formed from joining a first sheet and a second sheet. An inlet (108) is provided into the inflatable structure for receiving thermally-controlled air. A multilayer sheet, made from a plurality of sheets (106) releasably attached together, is attached to the second sheet. Means are provided for exhausting the thermally-controlled air from the inflatable thermal blanket. In the method of use, the inflatable thermal blanket is deployed in a first use and a source of thermally- controlled air is attached to the inflation port (108) admitting thermally- controlled air into the inflatable structure and exhausting thermally- controlled air. Additionally, the inflatable thermal blanket may be reused by detaching the lowest layer (106) of the multilayer sheet, exposing another layer of the multilayer ...

MULTIFUNCTION WARMING DEVICE FOR PERIOPERATIVE USE

APPARATUS FOR BODY TREATMENT CONSISTING OF A SHELL MADE OF AT LEAST TWO COMPLEMENTARY PORTIONS

Equipement constitué par une enveloppe apte à être placée autour d'une partie du corps, ladite enveloppe comprenant : (d) une arrivée connectable à une source de gaz et une sortie pour l'évacuation des gaz présents à l'intérieur de l'enveloppe; (e) au moins deux parties complémentaires (1,2) définissant entre elles une cavité de section supérieure à celle de la partie du corps à traiter, caractérisé en ce que (f) les parois des deux parties complémentaires ont une conduction thermique moyenne inférieure ou égale à 65 mW /mK mesurée selon EN-12667.

PATIENT WARMING GOWN WITH PERIPHERAL WARMING

A warming device includes a clinical garment with a flexible inflatable convective apparatus integrated with or supported on a surface of the garment for warming one or more limbs when the apparatus is inflated with warmed air. The convective apparatus includes a central member, one or more peripheral diffusers, and one or more flexible ducts. In some cases, each duct connects a diffuser with the central member. One or more inlet ports are provided in the convective apparatus to receive the end of an air hose. The central member is inflatable in response to a flow of air through an inlet port. A peripheral diffuser is positioned on the clinical garment so as to be deployable to or near to an extremity such as a limb. When a peripheral diffuser is deployed while the central member is inflated with warmed air, the warmed air flows from the central member, through a duct to the peripheral diffuser and is emitted through an air-permeable wall of the diffuser to warm the extremity.

PATIENT WARMER HEATER BLOWER CONTROL

A hypothermic therapy heater blower control system for use with patient warming blankets flowing warm air over the patient wherein the control system includes a data display indicating the temperature of the supplied air and the circuitry includes audible and visual alarms to indicate overheating or failure modes. The circuitry includes dual safety heater shut-off circuits and also includes a self-testing cycle which tests all of the major safety features and shut-offs, and in the test mode the circuitry simulates an over temperature condition.

SKIN CLINIC STEAMER

INFLATABLE BLANKET HAVING ACCESS SLITS

The present invention relates to blankets (300) for use with forced air convection systems, wherein the blankets allow for access to portions of a patient's body before, during or after surgery. In addition, the blankets according to the present invention allow versatility in use by providing access to portions of the patient's body before, during, or after surgery, but which may also completely cover the patient after the surgical procedure is complete. To accomplish these purposes, the blankets according to the present invention include seals or separation lines (320) which extend into the interior of the blanket and which may be separated to allow access to portions of the patient's body.

PATIENT THERMAL SUPPORT DEVICE

A patient support and environmental control apparatus (10) is provided. The apparatus (10) includes a frame (16) and an upwardly-facing patient-support surface (40) carried by the frame (16). The patient-support surface (40) has a perimeter. An air curtain generator (74) is mounted to the frame (16) and provides first and second curtains of air (26, 28). Each of the first and second curtains of air (26, 28) originates adjacent to the perimeter of surface (40), and the first and second curtains of air (26, 28) converge at a convergence point above the patient-support surface (40). The first and seco nd curtains of air (26, 28) cooperate with the patient-support surface (40) to define a patient space.

CONTROLLER FOR A PATIENT WARMING DEVICE

A patient warming apparatus (10) includes a support surface (38) for supporting a patient, a convective heater (76) for supplying convective heat to warm the patient, and a radiant heater (56) for supplying radiant heat to warm the patient. The apparatus (10) also includes a controller (200) having a first output coupled to the convective heater (76) and a second output coupl ed to the radiant heater (56) for varying output power levels of the convective heater (76) and the radiant heater (56), respectively, to maintain the patie nt located on the support surface (38) at substantially a preselected temperatu re.

Thermal Blanket with Surgical Access

AN INFLATABLE THERMAL BLANKET FOR CONVECTIVELY AND EVAPORATIVELY COOLING A BODY

An inflatable thermal blanket is disclosed for convectively and evaporatively cooling a patient. The inflatable thermal blanket comprises an upper sheet and a base sheet that are attached at a plurality of locations to form an inflatable covering. The base sheet includes a plurality of apertures that direct an inflating medium from the inflatable covering toward the patient. The base sheet also supports a fluid delivery apparatus that distributes and delivers a cooling fluid to the patient. The fluid is evaporated from the patient's skin by the inflating medium exhausted from the inflatable covering. The fluid delivery apparatus may be constructed in a variety of configurations and may be circulate a variety of fluids, which may be pressurized or unpressurized. In operation, an air blower, that may also include a compressor for selectively delivering room temperature or cooled sir to the inflatable thermal blanket, is connected to the inflatable covering. The blower delivers air, under ...

Vorrichtung zur Durchlüftung, Desinfektion und Erwärmung eines kissenartigen Gegenstandes.

Vorrichtung zur Ohr- und Nasenbehandlung.

Bettwärmevorrichtung.

Wärmebehandlungsgerät für Körperteile.

Trockengerät

Improvement with the ventilation and heating appliances of the beds

INSTALLATION POUR SOIGNER LES LESIONS THERMIQUES PAR DE L'AIR ABACTERIEN

L'INVENTION CONCERNE LA MEDECINE. L'INSTALLATION FAISANT L'OBJET DE L'INVENTION EST CARACTERISEE EN CE QUE LE REGULATEUR DE TEMPERATURE 9 DU BLOC DE COMMANDE 5 EST A DEUX POSITIONS ET CONTIENT UN REGULATEUR 10 DE SA ZONE D'INSENSIBILITE, BRANCHE SUR UN BLOC DE COMPARAISON 11 FAISANT PARTIE DU REGULATEUR DE TEMPERATURE A DEUX POSITIONS 9, POUR UNE VARIATION CYCLIQUE DE LA TEMPERATURE DEPUIS UNE VALEUR MAXIMALE PREDETERMINEE PAR UN DISPOSITIF 12 DE CONSIGNE DE LA TEMPERATURE, BRANCHE SUR LE BLOC DE COMPARAISON 11, PENDANT LA PERIODE INITIALE DU TRAITEMENT, JUSQU'A DES VALEURS DE TEMPERATURE DIMINUANT GRADUELLEMENT, DETERMINEES PAR LE REGULATEUR 10 DE LA ZONE D'INSENSIBILITE SELON LES ETAPES DE TRAITEMENT. L'INVENTION PEUT ETRE UTILISEE AVEC LE PLUS D'EFFICACITE POUR SOIGNER LES BRULURES, LES ENGELURES ET LES ULCERES TROPHIQUES DUS A DES BRULURES.

DIFFERENTIAL THERMOTHERAPY DEVICE

Device to treat the tumours hémorroïdales

FURNISHING ELEMENT WITH AIR CIRCULATION DEVICE.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF A BREATHING GAS WITH FINE ICE PARTICLES

A therapeutic treatment system has a delivery device is adapted to deliver a cooled breathing gas mixture to a patient and an injection device positioned near a distal end of the delivery device. The injection device is coupled to a source of liquid. The treatment system also includes a control system coupled to the delivery device and the injection device. Alternatively, the control system is adapted to control the injection device to release a fluid into the cooled breathing gas mixture to form a frozen mist of fine ice particles in the cooled breathing gas mixture.

COMBINATION UNDERBODY AND OVERBODY BLANKET

A combination underbody and overbody blanket has first and second portions sandwiching a middle portion. The first portion may be shorter than the second portion. An opening is provided at the middle portion, or at a location that overlaps the middle and first portions. The opening has a dimension sufficiently large to enable the head of a patient to pass through. At least one air inlet is provided at the middle portion to allow air to be input into the blanket. The blanket is configured in the shape of a poncho, with the first portion covering the front torso of the patient and the second portion covering the back of the patient. A tearable seal is provided at the first portion that allows the first portion to be separated into two halves to expose the front upper torso of the patient and/or to facilitate the placement of the middle portion about the neck and onto the shoulders of the patient.

CONVECTIVE HEAT THERAPY DEVICE

A therapy device for providing heated air to the body of a patient through a plurality of V-shaped slits. The therapy device is an inflatable tube. A heated air supply is connected to the tube and the heated air inflates the tube and is forced out of the exhaust ports. The exhaust ports are V-shaped slits. The method of fabricating the therapy device includes forming the individual pieces, attaching the tube sheets to form a tube, lancing the tube to form exhaust ports, and attaching the remaining pieces.

Method and apparatus for treating ailments

A method and apparatus for the delivery of a vaporized pharmaceutical or medicant for the treatment and alleviation of ailments such as, cold symptoms, asthma and/or certain skin infections. A stream of air is heated and directed to the desired area and the medicant or pharmaceutical is vaporized into the air stream for delivery to the desired area. Preferably delivery is to the mucous or other membranes where it is absorbed by the body. In the treatment of colds the air is introduced into the nasal passages of the cold sufferer at a hyperthermia level. A vaporized microbicidal agent is introduced into the stream of air and into the nasal passages. The apparatus includes a housing containing a fan or blower and temperature control heating elements to warm the air. The housing includes a distribution area having nasal outlets for positioning on or about the nasal area of the user so that the warmed air is directed to flow into the nasal passages. A supply of microbicidal agent within the ...

Warming blanket for pediatric use

The present invention relates to a blanket for use with forced air convection systems, wherein the blanket is sized to accommodate pediatric patients. The blankets according to the present invention may be used both over or under the patient, thereby facilitating use in the operating room or outside the operating room. The present invention also relates to a blanket for use with forced air convection systems which is nonflammable and laser resistant. In addition, the present invention relates to methods of prevention hypothermia and hyperthermia and to a method of making a blanket for use with forced air convection systems.

Drying apparatus and method of preventing diaper dermatitis

A new method for treating the diapered area of a child's skin to prevent diaper dermatitis. The method features the use of a portable drying apparatus having a housing with an air admitting inlet and an air discharging outlet, a rotary impeller mechanism in the housing for creating a flow of air through the air outlet, and a handle mounted to the housing. The method employs the use of an air stream which is at or near air ambient temperature. Exposing the child's skin to air at such temperatures minimizes the risk of skin burn as a safe method for treating the diapered area. The present invention also includes an improved apparatus as referred to above.

Inlet port plug

An apparatus, device, or inlet port plug, may close an inlet port that is formed in a sheet of flexible material. The inlet port is adapted for mounting on an inflatable device and is shaped and constructed to receive and retain an air hose nozzle through which air flows to inflate the inflatable device. The inlet port plug blocks the inlet port when no air hose nozzle is engaged. Consequently, air cannot easily pass out of the inflatable device through the inlet port when the device is inflated or being inflated. The inlet port plug has a generally planar shape with coplanar extensions extending radially from a plug body. The inlet port plug may be engaged with an inlet port by causing at least two of the extensions to be received in the inlet port. When the extensions are received, the plug is retained against the inlet port.

DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING A NON-AMBULANT PERSON IN A LYING POSITION

Perioperative warming device

HEAT-EMITTING PATIENT GARMENT

This invention relates to a patient garment comprising a front piece (1) and a back piece (2). According to the invention the front piece (1) is wholly or partially made up of an outer layer (3) of a material with little air permeability and an inner layer (4) of a material with a significantly higher air permeability than the outer layer, which extends over at least part of the outer layer (3) and is attached to the latter in such a way that a space is formed between the outer and inner layer. Furthermore, at least one inlet (8,9) connectable to a source of warm air is located on the front piece of the garment and leads to the space between the inner and outer layer.

AN INFLATABLE THERMAL BLANKET FOR CONVECTIVELY AND EVAPORATIVELY COOLING A BODY

An inflatable thermal blanket is disclosed for convectively and evaporatively cooling a patient. The inflatable thermal blanket comprises an upper sheet and a base sheet that are attached at a plurality of locations to form an inflatable covering. The base sheet includes a plurality of apertures that direct an inflating medium from the inflatable covering toward the patient. The base sheet also supports a fluid delivery apparatus that distributes and delivers a cooling fluid to the patient. The fluid is evaporated from the patient's skin by the inflating medium exhausted from the inflatable covering. The fluid delivery apparatus may be constructed in a variety of configurations and may be circulate a variety of fluids, which may be pressurized or unpressurized. In operation, an air blower, that may also include a compressor for selectively delivering room temperature or cooled air to the inflatable thermal blanket, is connected to the inflatable covering. The blower delivers air, under ...

NORMOTHERMIC HEATER WOUND COVERING

A non-contact controllable heater wound covering and method having a peripheral sealing ring covered by a layer to which is attached a heater and this assembly is attached to the skin with an adhesive so that the heater is held proximate the wound area in a non-contact position. The layer and peripheral sealing ring together define a treatment volume proximate the wound. The wound covering includes a programmable active heater control and the sealing ring may dispense water to control the humidity of the treatment volume. One form of active heat is an electrical resistive filament in variable geometric shapes providing versatility in application of heat to different types of wounds and wound area geometries. Another form of active heat is the transfer of a heated gas to the wound covering.

WÄRMENDE NORMOTHERMISCHE WUNDABDECKUNG

GERÄUSCH UND LICHT UBERWACHUNGSGERÄT

EINE AUFBLASBARE THERMISCHE DECKE ZUR KÜHLUNG EINES KÖRPERS MITTELS KONVEKTION UND VERDUNSTUNG

Hilfsvorrichtung zur Durchwaermung des Betts mittels Heissluft

System for the treatment of thermal injuries with air free of bacteria

The system for the treatment of thermal injuries with air free of bacteria comprises an air fan (1), a filter system (2 and 3), an electric heater (4) and a control unit (5) connected thereto and having a temperature transmitter (6), and a device (7) for conveying the abacterial air into a treatment chamber (8). In the control unit (5) a two-point temperature controller (9) is arranged with a regulator (10) for its non-sensitivity range for cyclically changing the temperature from a maximum value, to be set at the target temperature adjuster in the initial treatment period, to gradually decreasing temperatures, to be set at the regulator (10) for the non-sensitivity range, corresponding to the treatment phases and with a simultaneous increase in the cycle time. …… ...

Medical device

The invention relates to a medical device for the treatment of disorders of the skin, especially the mucous membranes, with hot air. The invention is distinguished by having a housing with a probe body which has an outwardly open probe opening on its free end projecting away from the housing, a first channel which extends into the probe body and one end of which is connected to a source of air at superatmospheric pressure and the other end of which is connected to a treatment chamber formed on the free end of the probe body and having the probe opening, an electrical heating device arranged in the first channel, and a second channel one end of which is connected to the treatment chamber and the other end of which remote from the treatment chamber is open toward the atmosphere via an air outlet opening.

Creating an air-conditioned zone around a human body

An air-conditioned zone may be formed around a human body, either indoors or outdoors, by us of an umbrella construction (1). A heat or cold source (2) may be disposed inside the umbrella. The respective source (2) may be protected by a cover (3). The heated or cooled air may be circulated either by a blower (4) or by natural convection. ...

Hypothermia reducing body enclosure

Hand directable chilled air blower negative heat gun, hot and cold air gun and air humidifier

COVER FOR WARMING OR COOLING PATIENTS

HEAT COVER.

MORE UNIVERSALLY APPLIKATOR FOR THE HEAT THERAPY

WUNDABDECKUNG

HEAT COVER FOR USE WITH MEDICAL OPERATIONS

HEAT COVER FOR HEAT INSULATING TAKING OF A PATIENT OFF

WARMING UP DEVICE

PERIOPERATIVE HEAT DEVICE

INFLATABLE COVER WITH SELECTIVE AIR FLOW SAMPLES

Normothermic heater wound covering

Improved patient warming system

The present invention relates to a system for keeping a patient warm, particularly a veterinary patient, during care. An apparatus is provided for delivering conditioned air across a barrier, such as a wire cage, to a blanket arrangement for providing conditioned air to the patient. A first duct and a second duct part are provided either side of the barrier mounted together across the barrier, so a duct is provided for ducting conditioned air across the barrier.

Methods and systems for diagnosing and treating health ailments

Configurations are disclosed for a health system to be used in various healthcare applications, e.g., for patient diagnostics, monitoring, and/or therapy. The health system may comprise a light generation module to transmit light or an image to a user, one or more sensors to detect a physiological parameter of the user's body, including their eyes, and processing circuitry to analyze an input received in response to the presented images to determine one or more health conditions or defects.

Triple-layer forced air temperature regulating pad

A temperature regulating pad having an air-permeable top layer, a perforated middle layer, and a bottom layer. The perforated middle layer is located between the top layer and the bottom layer. The top layer and the perforated middle layer delimit an upper airspace and the perforated middle layer and the bottom layer delimit a lower airspace. Forced air is received into the lower airspace and flows from the lower airspace into the upper airspace through the perforated middle layer, exiting the air-permeable top layer into an external airspace the said top layer. The pad may be placed on an underlying support surface on which a patient rests.

IMPROVED PATIENT WARMING SYSTEM

The present invention relates to a system for keeping a patient warm, particularly a veterinary patient, during 5 care. An apparatus is provided for delivering conditioned air across a barrier, such as a wire cage, to a blanket arrangement for providing conditioned air to the patient. A first duct and a second duct part are provided either 10 side of the barrier mounted together across the barrier, so a duct is provided for ducting conditioned air across the barrier.

Infection control system for forced air warming machines

A single-use infection control system for a forced air warming machine having hosing connected to the machine including: a closable container having a chamber to receive the machine, the container constructed from air permeable material that prevents infectious airborne particles from entering the chamber; a sleeve having a first end and a second end, the first end engaged to an aperture on the container and the sleeve surrounding the hosing; and a filter cap constructed from the air permeable material, disposed at the second end and covering an opening of the hosing.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DIAGNOSING EYE CONDITIONS, INCLUDING MACULAR DEGENERATION

A wearable augmented reality display device comprising a light source configured to output light for propagation into an eye of a wearer of the wearable augmented reality display device to form an image in the eye and a stack of waveguides configured to pass light from the world into the eye of the wearer, wherein each of the waveguides is configured to in-couple light from the light source and present augmented reality content to the wearer, the augmented reality content comprising a user interface configured to receive input from the wearer, wherein each waveguide of the one or more waveguides is configured to guide the in-coupled light therein by total internal reflection between opposing surfaces of the waveguide, and wherein one or more waveguides of the stack of waveguides are configured to output the light to the eye with a different amount of wavefront divergence than one or more other waveguides of the stack of waveguides, wherein the wearable augmented reality device is configured ...

Hose connection for convective system

At least some aspects of the present disclosure feature a convective system, comprising: an inflatable convective device and a hose configured to connect to the inflatable convective device to an inflation medium source. The convective device has a pneumatic structure and an opening into the pneumatic structure, where at least part of the convective device is air permeable. The hose includes a nozzle configured to insert into the opening and a hindrance device disposed on the nozzle, where the hindrance device is configured to prevent the hose from slipping from the opening.

RESTRICTOR REGULATED AIR FLOW BLANKET, SYSTEM UTILIZING SUCH BLANKET AND METHOD THEREFOR

... ²²²To reduce the amount of air input to a patient warming blanket, when the ²blanket is of a size that does not require the full amount of air output from ²a convective warmer for optimal pressurization, a regulator is provided to the ²inlet of the blanket to restrict the amount of air input to the blanket, ²thereby reducing the airflow rate to one that is appropriate for the optimal ²inflation or pressurization of the warming blanket. Respective regulators that ²allow different amounts of air under pressure to pass therethrough may be ²correspondingly fitted to blankets of different sizes and/or dimensions. Each ²regulator fitted to the inlet of the blanket may be configured in the form of ²an adapter with multiple orifices for passage of air, or a filter made of an ²air permeable material having a preselected porosity.² ...

MODULAR LONG TERM PATIENT CARE MATTRESS

A modular long-term patient care mattress designed to assist health care workers in effectively treating patients with bedsores or severe burns. The mattress system is made up of identical interlocking sections, which are designed to allow conditioned air to be blown through their internal structure to contact the patient's body. The modular sections, when fitted together, are designed to be placed on top of any standard hospital bed and flex in consort with the bed adjustment system. The entire apparatus is designed to be dismantled and cleaned in existing hospital washing facilities. The airflow supply is provided by its own heating and cooling system, which also includes a germicidal UV light to sanitize the airflow prior to being blown towards the mattress and patient.

PATIENT WARMING BLANKET

A patient warming blanket comprising at least two layers capable of forming a hollow air space between the two layers for receiving warm air from a heating unit via an inlet port at or near an end of the blanket. The two layers being arranged so that the hollow air space forms at least one tubular portion disposed longitudinally there within, and one of the two layers has at least a portion of its surface formed of porous material so that warmed air is delivered to said patient by diffusion through said porous material. The tubular portion has non- parallel sides such that the sides of the tubular portion are further apart from each other at a first end of the tubular portion closer to the inlet port than at a second end of the tubular portion remote from the inlet port.

AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AIR CIRCULATION THERAPY

The air flow system (10) includes a hose member (20) having an exterior flow tube (22) and an interior flow tube (24), a distal connector (30), and a proximal connector (50). The air flow in the interior flow tube (24) is separate from the exterior flow tube (22). Air flows from the exterior flow tube (22), through a flow chamber (150), around a treatment site (202) of inflammation and back to the interior flow tube (24). The system (200) for air circulation therapy also includes a body attachment device (160), an air pump supply (100), an air recovery unit (130), a temperature sensor (162), an air flow sensor (164), and a controller (166). The method includes inserting a body part with a treatment site within the flow chamber, and sealing the flow chamber to the air flow system. Temperature regulated air flow is supplied to the treatment site in the flow chamber and collected from the flow chamber.

PREWARMING GOWN

A device for warming a human body. The device is a gown (100, 1500) that has a thorax portion (110, 1502) and a leg portion (112, 1504). One embodiment prevents redistribution hypothermia with a distributor (206) attached to the inside of the leg portion (112). The sleeves (108), leg portion(l 12), and posterior of the gown (100) are heat reflective. The anterior of the thorax portion (110) of the gown is non-reflective. The distributor (206) inflates when heated air is supplied and exhausts air into the gown (100). Temperature is maintained at a desired level for the extremities, while preventing the thorax area from being elevated to an uncomfortable level. Another embodiment is a perioperative warming device. The device is a gown (1500) that has a thorax portion (1502) and a leg portion (1504). Each portion has an independent air chamber and inlet. The two portions are releasably connected. The sleeves (1508), leg portion (1504), and anterior of the gown (1500) are heat reflective.

BED MATTRESS WITH HEATING AND STERILIZING APPARATUS

CONVECTIVE WARMING DEVICE WITH A DRAPE

A convective warming device including a clinical garment and at least one inflatable convective apparatus supported on an inside surface of the garme nt is provided with a drape. When the convective warming device is used to w arm a person, the drape is deployed over skin of the person not covered by t he clinical garment. The drape protects the covered skin from thermal injury by an air hose used to conduct heated pressurized air to the inflatable con vective apparatus.

IMPROVED DEVICES, METHODS, AND USES FOR REMOVING HEAT, ENERGY, AND/OR FLUID FROM A LIVING MAMMAL

The present invention provides improved devices for removing energy and fluid from body fluid containing spaces and surfaces of a mammal, and new uses for such devices, including fluid removal, energy removal, increasing metabolic rate; promoting weight loss; preventing esophageal burn-through, reducing beta-amylase accumulation in the brain, delaying or inhibiting the onset of Alzheimer's and other senile dementia.

THERMAL COVER MEMBER FOR DELIVERING FLUID TO A PATIENT

A thermal cover member for delivering a fluid to a patient's body, such as heated or cooled air, includes a hollow housing member having an inlet port for receiving the pressurized fluid. A plurality of cells are positioned about the housing member to create fluidic spaces for applying the fluid to the body of the patient. Each cell has a non-inflatable canopy with a continuous perimeter sealingly connected to the housing member with the housing member having a plurality of exit ports communicatin g with each cell to provide an egress of fluid. The fluidic spaces within a cell ca n be dimensioned to accommodate anatomical configurations of the patient's body a nd a thermo-chromatic indicator can be provided on the cover member to indicate a temperature of the corresponding fluidic space. The canopy can be transparen t to permit viewing of the patient's body.

HAND HELD, PORTABLE STEAM RAZOR

... 2142814 9404106 PCTABS00030 A hand-held, portable steam shaving device (10) for shaving the skin includes a housing (20), and a liquid reservoir (50) in the housing (20). A steam generator is provided in the housing for converting a liquid to a vapor and for supplying the steam or vapor to the skin surfaces to be shaved.

Dynamic support apparatus and system

A dynamic support apparatus having a frame, a dynamic interface, a temperature control mechanism, and a control system. The dynamic interface is capable of changing its geometry and is disposed on the top surface of the frame. The control system is operably connected to the dynamic interface and controls the changing geometry of the dynamic interface. There is also a temperature control mechanism disposed on the top surface of the frame for maintaining a comfortable temperature and moisture environment between the apparatus and the user's body.

Automated Therapy System and Method

An automated therapy system having an infusion catheter; a sensor adapted to sense a patient parameter; and a controller communicating with the sensor and programmed to control flow output from the infusion catheter into a patient based on the patient parameter without removing fluid from the patient. The invention also includes a method of controlling infusion of a fluid to a patient. The method includes the following steps: monitoring a patient parameter with a sensor to generate a sensor signal; providing the sensor signal to a controller; and adjusting fluid flow to the patient based on the sensor signal without removing fluid from the patient.

Rapid Cooling of Body and/or Brain by Irrigating with a Cooling Liquid

Methods and devices are disclosed for providing therapeutic hypothermia using irrigation of the aerodigestive tract with cooled liquids. The disclosed method provides much more rapid therapeutic cooling to lower temperatures than could previously be achieved, thereby improving clinical outcomes. Novel cooling liquids and cooling devices are disclosed for carrying out the method. An external turbulent flow of cooling liquid may also be applied to the exterior of the head to further promote heat exchange. Multiple embodiments of devices are disclosed for performing rapid induction and maintenance of therapeutic hypothermia either in a hospital setting or in the field so that hypothermic treatment can be quickly instituted before significant tissue damage occurs. Methods are also disclosed for targeting brain cooling by irrigating the upper airway/aerodigestive tract, and more generalized cooling by irrigating the esophagus and/or stomach.

Pain Management Using Cryogenic Remodeling

Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.

Hypothermia Devices and Methods

A method of providing hypothermia to a patient including the steps of inserting a fluid delivery member into a peritoneal cavity of the patient; delivering hypothermia fluid from a fluid source into the peritoneal cavity through the delivery member; and limiting fluid pressure within the peritoneal cavity without providing feedback control to the fluid source. The invention also provides an apparatus for practicing the method.

Systems and methods for providing temperature-controlled therapy

Systems and methods provide air or gas-based temperature-controlled medical devices. The systems and methods may be applied to provide therapy to a patient suffering orthopedic or other injuries. Air or other gas is temperature-controlled and adjusted to meet a patient's physical needs and delivered the patient therapy site through a temperature regulated system including a therapeutic orthopedic wrap. Feedback mechanisms allow the caregiver or the patient to adjust the temperature of the gas. Other fluids may also be used. The systems and methods permit use of electrotherapy for enhanced therapy and injury recovery.

Cryotreatment device and method

Devices and methods for cooling vessel walls to inhibit restenosis in conjunction with medical procedures such as coronary artery angioplasty. One catheter device includes a distal tube region having coolant delivery holes radially and longitudinally distributed along the distal region. In some devices, holes spray coolant directly onto the vessel walls. In other embodiments, a balloon or envelope is interposed between the coolant and the vessel walls and the coolant returned out of the catheter through a coolant return lumen. Some direct spray devices include an occlusion device to restrict blood flow past the region being cooled. Pressure, temperature, and ultrasonic probes are included in some cooling catheters. Some cooling catheters are coiled perfusion catheters supporting longer cooling periods by allowing perfusing blood flow simultaneously with vessel wall cooling.

Devices for cooling the nasal cavity

A method for cerebral cooling is described using a cooling assembly, which includes first and second elongate tubular members adapted for insertion into a nasal cavity of a patient through the patient's nostrils. The elongate tubular members each have a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending therebetween, and a plurality of ports in fluid communication with the lumen. The cooling assembly also includes a manifold and a reservoir, which contains a pressurized fluid that includes a propellant having a boiling point less than 22° C. The elongate tubular members are inserted into the nasal cavity through the patient's nostrils and pressurized fluid is delivered onto a surface of the nasal cavity by infusing the pressurized fluid from the reservoir through the manifold, into the lumens and through the plurality of ports of the first and second elongate tubular members.

WARMING BLANKET

A warming blanket includes a warm-air generator, a blanket unit, an air-providing tube and a returning tube. The warm-air generator includes a blower that has an air inlet for drawing air, and a heating member for heating air. The blanket unit has first and second air channels. The warm air which is heated by the heating member is transmitted into the first air channel through the air-providing tube, flows through the first and second air channels, and is transmitted back to the air inlet of the blower. 1. A warming blanket comprising: a housing,', 'a blower that is disposed in said housing, and that has an air inlet for drawing air therethrough into said housing, and an outlet tube, and', 'a heating member that is disposed in said housing for heating the air advanced from said outlet tube;, 'a warm-air generator including'} a first tube-connecting member,', 'a first air channel that is connected to said first tube-connecting member,', 'a second air channel that is serpentine and that is connected to said first air channel, and', 'a second tube-connecting member that is connected to said second air channel;', 'an air-providing tube connected between said outlet tube of said blower and said first tube-connecting member of said blanket unit; and, 'a blanket unit having'}a returning tube connected between said second tube-connecting member of said blanket unit and said air inlet of said blower;wherein the warm air which is heated by said heating member is transmitted into said first air channel through said air-providing tube, flows through said first and second air channels, and is transmitted back to said air inlet of said blower.2. The warming blanket as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said blanket unit further has two opposite short edges, and two opposite long edges that interconnect said short edges;said first and second tube-connecting members are disposed on one of said short edges;said first tube-connecting member is disposed in and extends through said second ...

Device for carrying out a shirodhara treatment and method for establishing a liquid flow which flows out of an outlet

Device for carrying out a Shirodhara treatment in which a liquid is poured over the forehead of a person, whereby said device comprises an outlet for the liquid and a pump and a supply line running from said pump to said outlet, whereby said outlet is can move reciprocally in a regular manner, whereby said device is provided with a heating unit for heating liquid to a target temperature, whereby said heating unit comprises a heating element, whereby said heating element is disposed in or around said supply line, whereby said heating unit comprises a temperature sensor for measuring the temperature of liquid, whereby said device comprises a control unit to regulate the power of said heating element on the basis of the temperature measured by said temperature sensor.

Pain Management Using Cryogenic Remodeling

Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.

MICROCLIMATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WITH WIRELESS SENSORS

A method for monitoring an environment for a patient on a patient support device can include: receiving a temperature reading from a wireless sensor coupled to a body of the patient; comparing the temperature reading to air flowing through an airflow system associated with the patient support device; and modifying the air flowing through the airflow system. 1. A method for monitoring an environment for a patient on a patient support device , the method comprising:receiving a temperature reading from a wireless sensor coupled to a body of the patient;comparing the temperature reading to air flowing through an airflow system associated with the patient support device; andmodifying the air flowing through the airflow system.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing the wireless sensor; andallowing the wireless sensor to take one or more temperature readings at the body of the patient.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising positioning multiple wireless sensors at different areas of the body of the patient.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising receiving from the multiple wireless sensors the one or more temperature readings at the different areas of the body.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising modifying the air flowing through the airflow system based upon the one or more temperature readings at the different areas of the body.6. The method of claim 2 , further comprising positioning a galvanic skin response sensor to detect sweating on the body of the patient.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising increasing an air temperature or an air speed of the air flowing through the airflow system when the sweating is detected.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adjusting an air temperature of the air flowing through the airflow system.9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adjusting an air speed of the air flowing through the airflow system.10. The method of claim 1 , further comprising using a Braden score when ...

A GARMENT WITH A CONFIGURABLE CONVECTIVE DEVICE

At least some aspects of the present disclosure feature a combination, comprising: a garment, a configurable convective device, and an attachment device configured to attach the configurable convective device to the garment. The configurable convective device comprises a pneumatic structure having a first portion, a second portion, and an inflatable channel connecting the first portion and the second portion and at least one opening into the pneumatic structure. In some cases, the relative positions of the first portion and the second portion of the pneumatic structure can be rearranged. 1. A combination , comprising:a garment, a flexible first layer having air permeable surface;', 'a flexible second layer joining the first layer by a seal around a common periphery to form a pneumatic structure, the pneumatic structure having a first edge and an opposing second edge, wherein the pneumatic structure comprises a first portion, a second portion, and an inflatable channel connecting the first portion and the second portion;', 'at least one opening into the pneumatic structure;', 'a separation device disposed on the first edge and between the first portion and the second portion, comprising: an enclosure seal extending from the first edge toward the second edge, a separation element within the enclosure seal, wherein the separation element comprises at least one of a line of weakness, perforation, and slit; and, 'a configurable convective device configured to be disposed on the garment, comprisingan attachment device configured to attach the configuration convective device to the garment.2. The combination of claim 1 , wherein the configurable convective device further comprises:an air-guide device disposed proximate to a periphery of the inflatable channel connecting the first portion and the second portion, the air-guide device configured to direct flow of inflation medium when at least one of the first and second portions is bent.3. The combination of claim 2 , ...

MICROCLIMATE SYSTEM FOR A PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS

According to the present disclosure, a microclimate system includes a topper and an air box. The topper is configured to conduct air along a surface of the topper so that heat and moisture from a patient lying on the topper are drawn away from the surface. The air box includes a blower coupled to the topper to provide air to the topper to be conducted along the surface of the topper. The air box may also include an environmental sensor unit coupled configured to detect environmental information corresponding to the environment around the microclimate system. 120-. (canceled)21. A patient bed comprisinga mattress having a topper arranged to conduct air through the mattress to remove heat and/or moisture from a patient supported by the mattress,an air handling unit fluidly coupled with the topper to provide air therethrough, the air handling unit including a conditioning unit arranged to selectively alter the temperature and/or humidity of air provided to the topper, a pressure source fluidly connected with the conditioning unit and adapted to provide air through the topper, and a controller in communication with each of the conditioning unit and the pressure source to adjust operation of the air handling unit based on environmental conditions surrounding the mattress, anda sensor unit arranged in communication with the controller to communicate environmental conditions surrounding the mattress,wherein the controller is configured to determine whether current operation of the air handling unit provides a predetermined level of evaporative capacity based on environmental conditions surrounding the mattress, and to update the current operation of air handling unit if the current operation of the air handling unit does not provide the predetermined level of evaporative capacity.22. The microclimate system of claim 21 , wherein the controller determines whether the current operation of the air handling unit provides the predetermined level of evaporative capacity by ...

Applicator for cold treatment

Applicator (3) for cold treatment, comprising an applicator housing (5) with an inlet opening (18) and a leak tight tip (23). The applicator housing (5) encloses a channel body (20) extending between the inlet opening (18) and the leak tight tip (23). The applicator (3) is mounted or mountable in a releasable manner onto a pressurized dispenser (2) comprising a nozzle (7), such that the inlet opening (18) is in fluid communication with the nozzle (7). The applicator housing (5) is moveable between a rest position and a pressed position to activate the nozzle (7). The applicator housing (5) has release openings (26) which are closed in the pressed position.

SYSTEMIC CRYOTHERAPY DEVICE WITH ENGINE ROOM ASSEMBLY

The subject of the invention is a device for systemic cryotherapy with an engine room assembly () comprising a cryochamber and the engine room assembly (), which comprises an upper inlet channel housing (), which is connected, on the bottom, to a ventilation fitting housing () connected, on the bottom, to a heat exchanger () housing, wherein a cryogenic liquid supply () and cryogenic liquid vapour discharge () system is located on the side wall, and the lower flange of the heat exchanger () is connected to the lower outlet channel housing (), and the device is connected to a power supply system, characterised in that the upper inlet channel housing () is L-shaped, and a duct fan () is located in the ventilation fitting housing (), wherein a heater () is located between the ventilation fitting () and the heat exchanger (). 1812238151912. Device for systemic cryotherapy with an engine room assembly comprising a cryochamber and an engine room assembly of the cryochamber , which comprises an upper inlet channel housing () , which is connected , on the bottom , to a ventilation fitting housing () connected , on the bottom , to a heat exchanger housing () , wherein , on the side wall , a cryogenic liquid supply and cryogenic liquid vapour discharge system is located , and the lower flange of the heat exchanger () is connected to the lower outlet channel housing () and to the side wall of the engine room assembly , and the device is connected to the power supply system , characterised in that the upper inlet channel housing () is L-shaped , and a duct fan () is located in the ventilation fitting housing () , wherein a heater () is located between the ventilation fitting () and the heat exchanger ().234. The engine room assembly according to claim 1 , characterised in that claim 1 , inside the lower outlet channel housing () claim 1 , a guide vane () is located.3335ab. The engine room assembly according to to claim 1 , characterised in that claim 1 , on the lower outlet ...

Cryogenic delivery system

A cryogenic delivery and control system is provided. The cryogenic delivery and control system is supplied by an external cryogen supply reservoir, connected to a wet compartment which is in close communication to a man occupied dry compartment or chamber. The inhabited chamber of the present invention is used for cryogenically based, frigid atmosphere, on the order of about −100° to about −160° C., for the cooling and conditioning of living bodies.

HAND-HELD CRYOTHERAPY DEVICE INCLUDING CRYOGEN TEMPERATURE PRESSURE CONTROLLER AND METHOD THEREOF

This application relates to a hand-held cooling device for supplying a cryogen to a target region for cryotherapy. The device can include a cryogen container configured to contain a first cryogen having a first temperature and a nozzle configured to spray a first modified cryogen to the target region, the first modified cryogen having a second temperature higher than the first temperature. The device can also include a cryogen temperature regulator configured to receive the first cryogen and output the first modified cryogen to the nozzle, the cryogen temperature regulator disposed closer to the nozzle than the cryogen container. The cryogen temperature regulator can include a holder tube, a porous structure disposed inside a holder tube and a heater disposed around the holder tube and heating the holder tube so as to increase the first temperature to the second temperature while the first cryogen passes through the porous structure. 1. A hand-held cooling device for supplying a cryogen to a target region for cryotherapy , the hand-held cooling device comprising:a cryogen container configured to contain a first cryogen having a first temperature;a nozzle configured to spray a first modified cryogen to the target region, the first modified cryogen having a second temperature higher than the first temperature;a valve disposed between the cryogen container and the nozzle and configured to regulate a flow of the first cryogen;a cryogen temperature regulator disposed between the nozzle and the valve and configured to receive the first cryogen from the valve and output the first modified cryogen to the nozzle, the cryogen temperature regulator disposed closer to the nozzle than the valve and the cryogen container; anda main controller configured to control closing and opening operations of the valve and activating and deactivating operations of the cryogen temperature regulator,wherein the cryogen temperature regulator comprises:a holder tube disposed between the valve ...

HAND-HELD CRYOTHERAPY DEVICE INCLUDING CRYOGEN TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER AND METHOD THEREOF

This application relates to a hand-held cooling device for supplying a cryogen to a target region for cryotherapy. The device can include a cryogen transfer unit configured to receive a first cryogen from an external cryogen reservoir, the first cryogen including i) a first amount of a liquid phase cryogen and ii) at least one of a first solid phase cryogen and a first gas phase cryogen. The device can also include a nozzle configured to spray a first modified cryogen to the target region. The device can further include a cryogen liquefier disposed between the cryogen container and the nozzle and configured to cool the first cryogen received from the cryogen transfer unit and output the first modified cryogen to the nozzle, the first modified cryogen including at least a second amount of the liquid phase cryogen more than the first amount of the liquid phase cryogen. 1. A hand-held cooling device for supplying a cryogen to a target region for cryotherapy , the hand-held cooling device comprising:a cryogen transfer unit configured to receive a first cryogen from an external cryogen reservoir, the first cryogen including i) a first amount of a liquid phase cryogen and ii) at least one of a first solid phase cryogen and a first gas phase cryogen;a nozzle configured to spray a first modified cryogen to the target region, the first modified cryogen including at least a second amount of the liquid phase cryogen more than the first amount of the liquid phase cryogen;a valve disposed between the cryogen transfer unit and the nozzle and configured to regulate a flow of the first modified cryogen into the nozzle, the valve including an inlet and an outlet, the outlet being in fluid communication with the nozzle,a cryogen liquefier disposed between the cryogen transfer unit and the valve and configured to receive the first cryogen from the cryogen transfer unit, and output the first modified cryogen to the valve, the cryogen liquefier disposed closer to the cryogen transfer ...

FEMININE COOLING APPARATUS AND METHOD

An apparatus for providing prolonged topical cooling to the external female genitalia as a therapeutic benefit to and relief from female itching and burning is disclosed as a lightweight, portable cooling unit in combination with one or more labial inserts which are specifically designed to conform to the user's anatomy. The cooling unit is typically a container capable of both cooling and transporting the labial inserts during travel, and providing easy access to relief when needed by the user. A cooled labial insert can be applied to the external female genitalia for treatment of the acute symptoms associated with vulvar inflammation and irritation. The inventive apparatus can maintain a cooling temperature to the affected area for an extended period of time, limited only by the life of the cooling power source. The labial inserts can be worn in public with minimum disruption to the user's clothing and mobility. 1. An apparatus for providing immediate relief from burning and itching of the female external genitalia , the apparatus comprising:a) a cooling unit; andb) one or more labial inserts,wherein the cooling unit is portable and operable to cool the one or more labial inserts to a desired target temperature, and wherein each of the one or more labial inserts can be applied to the external female genitalia of a user to maintain a controlled temperature to the affected area for an extended period of time.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each of the one or more labial inserts includes: i) a top contact surface for contacting the female external genitalia; (ii) a bottom surface defining a flange having an anterior end and a posterior end claim 1 , wherein the flange has a curvature from the anterior end to the posterior end in order to conform to the user's anatomy.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the top contact surface includes a ridge raised above the level of the flange claim 2 , the ridge including a rounded crest at the highest point above the ...

Devices for dual mechanism aesthetic treatment and methods of use thereof

The systems and methods in accordance with the principles of the invention can promote correction of an aesthetic or functional defect in a target tissue. A method can include non-invasively applying a cooling agent to a surface of a target tissue; and cooling one or more tissue layers of said target tissue to a predetermined therapeutic temperature, wherein applying the cooling agent is performed such that cryoablation of said one or more layers of the target tissue does not occur. The system can include: a controller and a probe having a distal end configured for non-invasive contact with a surface of a target tissue to cool the target tissue based on treatment parameters.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERITONEAL OXYGENATION

Embodiments of the invention provide apparatus, systems and method for introducing fluids into a body cavity for treatment. One embodiment provides an apparatus for treating a patient including an access device for insertion into the peritoneal cavity of the patient including an infusion member in a lumen of the access device. An oxygenated solution may be infused and removed into and out of the cavity via the infusion member. 120.-. (canceled)21. A method of cooling a body cavity of a patient , comprising:monitoring a depth of an access device inserted within a body cavity, the access device having a valve for controlling a fluid flow from the body cavity;introducing a volume of air into the body cavity such that the body cavity is expanded into a distended shape;introducing a hypothermic solution through a lumen of the access device and into the body cavity such that the body cavity is cooled while expanded into the distended shape;monitoring a pressure within the body cavity; andcontrolling an infusion of the hypothermic solution such that excessive pressure buildup within the body cavity is inhibited.22. The method of wherein monitoring the depth comprises determining when a tip of the access device has entered the body cavity.23. The method of wherein the access device is inserted within a peritoneal cavity of the patient.24. The method of wherein the access device comprises a tissue penetrating distal end.25. The method of further comprising removing the hypothermic solution from the body cavity via a second lumen of the access device.26. The method of wherein removing the hypothermic solution comprises removing the hypothermic solution from the body cavity while simultaneously introducing the hypothermic solution into the body cavity in parallel.27. The method of wherein monitoring the pressure comprises monitoring the pressure via an electronic controller.282. The method of further comprising monitoring a CO level of the patient via an electronic controller. ...

CATHETER, SYSTEM FOR TARGET TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT AND METHOD FOR TARGET BODY TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT

A catheter for target body temperature management, a system for target temperature management, and a method for target body temperature management, including a catheter, system or method for target body temperature management in cavities, such as the nasopharynx route, of a body. 1. A catheter comprising:at least one expandable section comprising at least one opening;wherein a wall of the expandable section is adaptable to a conformation of an outside structure by means of pressure of a fluid; andwherein the at least one opening is structured to receive at least one fluid inlet means and to allow said fluid inlet to return through the same opening.2. The catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening is continuously connected by means of fusion claim 1 , screwing claim 1 , or interference connection to at least one non-expandable section.3. The catheter according to claim 1 , wherein:a first of the at least one first non-expandable section is a non-expandable tubular section;the expandable section is connected to the non-expandable tubular section, said connection being between a distal end of the non-expandable tubular section and a proximal end of the expandable section; andthe wall of the expandable section is structured to adapt to a conformation of an outside structure by means of pressure of a fluid.4. The catheter according to claim 3 , further comprising:a second of the at least one non-expandable section connected to the expandable section.5. The catheter according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one guidance means.6. The catheter according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one tubular port which is located inside or adjacent to any section of a catheter wall.7. A system for target temperature management claim 1 , comprising: wherein a wall of the expandable section is adaptable to a conformation of an outside structure by means of pressure of a fluid; and', 'wherein the at least one opening is structured to receive at ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR COOLING PATIENTS

A pneumatic cooling device including a housing having a first end and a second end. A handle extends from an outer surface of the housing. An inlet is positioned at substantially the first end of the housing and is configured to receive a supply of medical grade air into the housing. An outlet is positioned at substantially the second end of the housing and is configured to deliver the supply of medical grade air outside of the housing. A pathway extends through the housing between the inlet and the outlet and is configured to passively move the supply of medical grade air between the inlet and the outlet.

System and Method For Cooling The Brain Of A Human Subject

A system for cooling the brain of a human subject, includes a cooling subsystem which inputs a flow of air or breathable gas, cool the air or breathable gas, and outputs cooled air or breathable gas which is delivered to a human subject. A flow control device controls a flow rate of the flow of the air or breathable gas input to the cooling subsystem and a flow rate of the cooled air or breathable gas delivered to the human subject. One or more flow rate sensors measure at least a flow rate of flow of cooled air or breathable gas. One or more temperature sensors measure at least a temperature of a brain and the temperature of the flow of cooled air or breathable gas. A controller adjusts a cooling rate, the temperature, and the flow rate of flow of cooled air or breathable gas delivered to the human subject to cool the brain of the human subject.

DEVICE FOR COLD THERAPY

A device for cold therapy using cooling mist. Ice baths and cryogenic chamber are previously known solutions for cold therapy, but both suffer from several disadvantages, such as space requirements. The present device for cold therapy includes elements, such as a nozzle, for producing mist from liquid provided for the device, which mist stream is sprayed to a surface area of a treated object in order to cool the treated object, wherein the Sauter mean diameter of the mist is at most 150 μm. 1. A device for cold therapy comprising means , such as a nozzle , for producing mist from liquid provided for the device , which mist stream is sprayed to a surface area of a treated object in order to cool said treated object , wherein Sauter mean diameter of the mist is at most 150 μm.2. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , the temperature of said liquid is below the normal human body temperature.3. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein air stream is provided in connection with mist stream for improving the cooling effect in said skin area.4. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein the device comprises at least one arm comprising at least one nozzle claim 1 , which nozzle is connected to the liquid supply and configured to spray mist in a desired direction.5. A device for cold therapy according to claim 4 , wherein the number of the nozzles in the arm is configurable.6. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein the direction of the mist stream from the nozzle is adjustable.7. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein the direction of the arm is adjustable.8. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein the temperature of mist is adjustable by adjusting the temperature of liquid.9. A device for cold therapy according to claim 8 , wherein the liquid is further cooled with an additional cooling means.10. A device for cold therapy according to claim 1 , wherein mist stream is adjustable by ...

Dynamic Support Apparatus and System

A control unit system. The system includes a control unit which includes a control unit charging interface, at least one magnet located proximate to the control unit charging interface, at least one actuator, a detachable manifold including at least one magnet, fluidly coupled to the at least one actuator, a pump connected to the at least one actuator for causing actuation thereof, and a control system for controlling the pump, wherein the control system controls the pump to actuate the at least one actuator at least in response to a signal received by the control system. The system also includes a recharging device configured to receive the control unit, the recharging device including a reed switch, wherein when the magnet in the control unit is located proximate to the reed switch, the switch is activated. 1. A system for providing support to a user , the system comprising:at least two groups of at least one bladder; at least one actuator;', 'a detachable manifold comprising at least one magnet, fluidly coupling the at least two groups of at least one bladder to the at least one actuator;', 'a pump connected to the at least one actuator for causing actuation thereof; and', 'a control system for controlling the pump, wherein the control system controls the pump to actuate the at least one actuator at least in response to a signal received by the control system., 'a control unit comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the detachable manifold fluidly couples a plurality of actuators to the pump through a plurality of interior channels.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising a valve in fluid communication with each interior channel for controlling flow therethrough.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the control system controls activation of the valves.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:at least a first magnet disposed within at least one of the control unit and the detachable manifold,wherein the first magnet interacts with the other of the ...

Automated therapy system and method

An automated therapy system having an infusion catheter; a sensor adapted to sense a patient parameter; and a controller communicating with the sensor and programmed to control flow output from the infusion catheter into a patient based on the patient parameter without removing fluid from the patient. The invention also includes a method of controlling infusion of a fluid to a patient. The method includes the following steps: monitoring a patient parameter with a sensor to generate a sensor signal; providing the sensor signal to a controller; and adjusting fluid flow to the patient based on the sensor signal without removing fluid from the patient.

THERMOREGULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Disclosed is a thermoregulation system, including an output port (), an input port (), a thermoregulation fluid supply system, an output pump () for pumping thermoregulation fluid out through the output port, an input pump () for pumping thermoregulation fluid in through the input port, and a pressure control system. The pressure control system is for selectively operating a pressurising element of a personal thermoregulation pack to apply a pressure independently of operation of the input () and output () pumps. 115-. (canceled)16. A thermoregulation system including:a. an output port configured to be coupled to an input of a personal thermoregulation pack,b. an input port configured to be coupled to an output of the personal thermoregulation pack,c. a thermoregulation fluid supply system configured to supply thermoregulation fluid to the output port,d. an output pump configured to pump the thermoregulation fluid from the output port,e. an input pump configured to pump the thermoregulation fluid into the input port, andf. a pressure control system configured to pressurize a pressurizing element of the personal thermoregulation pack, wherein the pressurization of the pressurizing element is independent of the pumping of the input and output pumps.17. The thermoregulation system of wherein each of the input and output pumps is configured to pump the thermoregulation fluid at a rate independent of the other of the input and output pumps.18. The thermoregulation system of wherein the system is configured to independently control:a. a pressure with which a coupled personal thermoregulation pack is pressed against a user,b. a flow rate of the thermoregulation fluid to the output port,c. a flow rate of the thermoregulation fluid into the input port, andd. a temperature of the thermoregulation fluid exiting the output port.19. The thermoregulation system of wherein the pressure control system includes:a. a pressure fluid outlet port configured to be coupled to the ...

Nocireceptor Blockade

Systems, Methods and Devices to apply concomitant cold and vibratory stimulus immediately prior to injection to reduce pain, in a simple and mechanically advantaged device actuatable by a user's non-dominant hand or a third party. 1. A system for effecting transient nociceptor blockade , which comprises , in combination:at least a patient contact oval;transducers disposed about the contact oval;a detachable cartridge for dispensing skin refrigerant equipped with a depressable actuator for skin refrigerant;a handle; and,an on/off power switch.2. The system of claim 1 , ergonomically arrayed within a device which is lightweight and operable with one hand of a user for administration to a patient.3. The system of claim 2 , where in the detachable cartridge for dispensing skin refrigerant is positioned to deliver a stream of skin refrigerant to an area equidistant from the transducers during operation.4. The system of claim 3 , whereby vibration waves emitted from the transducers claim 3 , in combination with the skin refrigerant stream claim 3 , create a zone of maximal analgesia at a central position within the patient contact oval.5. The system of claim 4 , whereby a user may operate the device as a handheld instrument with the user's non-dominant hand claim 4 , in order to administer an injection with the dominant hand.6. The system of claim 4 , whereby an assistant may alternatively operate the device while an injection is administered.7. The system of claim 5 , wherein the handle section of the device includes a power supply claim 5 , a printed circuit board claim 5 , and an on/off switch and integrated refrigerant cartridge.8. The system of claim 7 , where the transducers are capable of vibrating in the range of 10-300 Hz.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein said transducers are located on opposing sides of a generally oval shaped patient contact component extending off the handle section.10. The system of claim 9 , whereby the transducers vibrate in phase and are ...

PATIENT COOLING SYSTEM RESPONSIVE TO HEAD ELEVATION

A patient support structure includes a cushion layer. A microclimate structure is integrated atop the cushion layer. The microclimate structure includes an upper layer having a vapor and liquid permeable therapeutic region, an air permeable middle layer, and a liquid impermeable lower layer. A first plurality of perforations extends through the upper layer of the microclimate structure in a seat section of the microclimate structure. A second plurality of perforations extends through the upper layer of the microclimate structure in a head section of the microclimate structure. When the microclimate structure is in a first position, air is supplied through the first plurality of perforations and the second plurality of perforations. When the microclimate structure is in a second position, air is supplied through the first plurality of perforations and air flow through the second plurality of perforations is limited. 1. A patient support apparatus comprising:a frame,an air box, and a cushion layer,', 'an outer ticking layer including an upper surface portion positioned to support a patient,', 'a microclimate structure positioned within the outer ticking layer and between the cushion layer and the upper surface portion, the microclimate structure comprising an upper layer, at least a portion of the upper layer being vapor and liquid permeable, a middle layer being air permeable, and a lower layer being liquid impermeable,', 'a first plurality of perforations extending through the upper layer of the microclimate structure in the seat section of the patient support structure, and', 'a second plurality of perforations extending through the upper layer of the microclimate structure in the head section of the patient support structure,, 'a patient support structure being supported by the frame and including a head section, a foot section, and a seat section between the head section and foot section, the patient support structure further comprisingwherein, when the patient ...

Leg care apparatus

A leg care apparatus includes a main body configured to provide an action space in which a leg is accommodated, a bottom module which is placed on a bottom surface of the main body and in which components for a foot bath are accommodated, and a circulation air suction fan configured to exhaust air within the action space to the outside of the action space and blow the air exhausted to the outside of the action space again to the inside of the action space.

Method and Apparatus of a Self-Managed Portable Hypothermia System

Disclosed herein is a method to enable a user to use a hypothermia system to cool a body part involved in cancer therapy or in brain trauma. The method enables the user to operate the hypothermia system by her- or himself and still be mobile. The hypothermia system comprises a conformal cap system, a thermally conductive liquid located between the body part to be cooled and the cap system, thermal transfer fluids, phase change materials, thermally insulated cooler, physical measuring devices, mechanical and electrical components, a ‘smart’ user interface device, a battery, and an uninterruptible power controller. The method allows a user to control the rate of and temperature of cooling down the body part, exhibits parameters associated with the process of cooling the body part, provides alerts if necessary, is portable and entirely self-managed. The hypothermia device is in communication with and can be controlled by an application installed on a smart device, such as a phone. The method of using the hypothermia system can help to eliminate hair loss caused by the side effects of certain chemotherapy treatments or to reduce the metabolic rate of ischemic tissue to prevent or minimize the severity of swelling.

CONVECTIVE DEVICE WITH FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND MULTIPLE INFLATABLE SECTIONS

At least some aspects of the present disclose feature a flow control device to be used between two inflatable sections. The flow control device is a one-way flow control device allowing inflating medium to flow in one direction. In such embodiments, the flow control device is in an open state when a first inflatable section is inflated such that a second inflatable section is also inflated. The flow control device is in close state when the second inflatable section is inflated such that the first inflatable section is not inflated. 1. A convective device , comprising:a first inflatable section having a first opening,a second inflatable section having a second opening, anda flow control device disposed between the first inflatable section and the second inflatable section, the flow control device configured to open when the second inflatable section is inflated with inflating medium and remain closed when the first inflatable section is inflated with inflating medium.2. The convective device of claim 1 , wherein the flow control device comprises a releasable adhesive strip.3. The convective device of claim 1 , wherein the flow control device comprises an air permeable strip and an air impermeable strip.4. The convective device of claim 1 , wherein the first opening is configured to receive a hose nozzle of a first size and the second opening is configured to receive a hose nozzle of a second size different than the first size.5. The convective device of claim 1 , wherein the first opening is configured to receive a hose nozzle of a first shape and the second opening is configured to receive a hose nozzle of a second shape different than the first shape.6. The convective device of claim 1 , wherein the flow control device is configured to open when the second inflatable section is inflated with inflating medium having pressure greater than a predetermined threshold.7. The convective device of claim 1 , further comprising:a seal between the first inflatable section ...

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR NON-INVASIVE CEREBRAL AND SYSTEMIC COOLING ALTERNATING LIQUID MIST/GAS FOR INDUCTION AND GAS FOR MAINTENANCE

Devices for cerebral and systemic cooling via a patient's nasopharyngeal cavity are described. Cooling assemblies include at least one elongate tubular member having first and second lumens, a source of liquid coolant, a gas source communicating with the first lumen, and a switch for alternately connecting the liquid coolant source to the second lumen. The first lumen transports a compressed gas and the second lumen transports a volatile liquid. The pressurized fluid may be a perflurocarbon. The perfluorocarbon may be perfluorohexane, perfluoropentane, or 2-methyl-perfluoropentane. The gas may be air, oxygen, or a combination. 1. A medical device fro cerebral cooling comprising:an elongate tubular member having proximal and distal ends, an outer wall having a plurality of delivery ports, and first and second lumens, the first and second lumens extending from a proximal region to the delivery ports and in communication with the plurality of delivery ports;a source of liquid coolant;a gas source in fluid communication with the first lumen; anda switch for alternately connecting the liquid coolant source to the second lumen,wherein the first lumen transports a compressed gas and wherein the second lumen transports a volatile liquid.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of mixing channels extending between said plurality of delivery ports and said first lumen; anda plurality of connecting tubes extending between said plurality of mixing channels and said second lumen,the first and second lumens arranged such that in the use the perfluorocarbon and compressed gas are separately transported from the proximal end to the plurality of delivery ports on the outer wall the of the elongate tubular member.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the liquid coolant is a perfluorocarbon.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the perfluorocarbon is selected from the group consisting of perfluorohexane claim 3 , perfluoropentane claim 3 , and 2-methyl-perfluoropentane.5. A ...

PORTABLE INFANT INCUBATOR

A portable infant incubator is provided. The incubator has a foldable circumferential wall connected to a base. The foldable circumferential wall has a first configuration folded on a top surface of the base and a second configuration standing from the top surface of the base. A cover is operatively connected to the wall when wall is in the second configuration, to provide a substantially enclosed space with the wall and the top surface of the base. An environmental control device is provided to maintain a predetermined temperature and humidity within the enclosed space. A sensor is provided to acquire environmental data and providing the data to the environmental control device. 1. A portable infant incubator comprising:a base having a top surface;a foldable circumferential wall connected to the base, the foldable circumferential wall comprising a first configuration folded on the top surface of the base and a second configuration standing from the top surface of the base;a cover operatively connected to the foldable circumferential wall when the foldable circumferential wall is in the second configuration, thereby providing a substantially enclosed space with the foldable circumferential wall and the top surface of the base;an environmental control device configured to maintain a predetermined temperature and humidity within the enclosed space; anda sensor for acquiring environmental data and providing the data to the environmental control device.2. The portable infant incubator of claim 1 , wherein the circumferential wall comprises:a front panel foldably connected to a front edge of the base;a rear panel foldably connected to a rear edge of the base;a left panel foldably connected to a left edge of the base; anda right panel foldably connected to a right edge of the base,wherein, when the circumferential wall is in the second configuration, the front panel, the rear panel, the left panel and the right panel are manipulated to stand substantially vertically with ...

AORTIC CATHETER

The invention relates to an aortic catheter () for insertion into the aorta (A), having a flexible tube (), two occlusion balloons (), which are spaced part from one another and each of which is connected to a supply line () for supplying a pumping medium () for inflating the occlusion balloons (), having at least one opening () arranged between the occlusion balloons () in the tube () for supplying a cooling medium (), which at least one opening () is connected to a first cooling medium supply line () running in the tube (), and also relates to a resuscitation set () with such an aortic catheter (), and a distal port () for supplying a cooling medium () in the direction of cerebral vessels is disposed in the tube (), which distal port () is connected to a second cooling medium supply line () running in the tube (). 1. An aortic catheter for insertion into the aorta (A) , comprising:a flexible tube,two occlusion balloons spaced a distance apart from one another, each connected to a supply line for supplying a pumping medium for inflating the occlusion balloons andthe flexible tube having at least one opening arranged between the occlusion balloons for supplying a cooling medium, the at least one opening being connected to a first cooling medium supply line running in the tube, whereinan intra-aortic balloon pump, which is arranged between the occlusion balloons, is connected to another supply line, anda distal port for supplying a cooling medium in direction of an cerebral vessels, is arranged in the tube, said distal port being connected to a second cooling medium supply line running in the tube.2. The aortic catheter according to claim 1 , wherein a ratio of a cross-section of the first cooling medium supply line to a cross-section of the second cooling medium supply line is between 1:1.75 and 1:2.25.3. The aortic catheter according to claim 1 , wherein multiple openings are arranged in the tube between the occlusion balloons claim 1 , said openings having a ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DERMATOLOGICAL HYPOPIGMENTATION

Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure provide method and apparatus for effecting (e.g., lightening) an appearance of skin by cooling or freezing small separated surface regions of the skin to produce regions of local hypopigmentation. The width of the regions can be, for example, smaller than about 1 mm or 0.5 mm, and a distance between these frozen regions can be greater than about 3 times the width of the regions. An exemplary apparatus can be provided that includes a plurality of spatially-separated thermally conductive arrangements that can be affixed or otherwise coupled to a base. For example, the conductive arrangements can be regions of conductive material provided in or proximal to a thermal insulator, or thermally conductive protrusions affixed to the base. The conductive arrangements can be cooled and then contacted with the skin surface to produce the small regions of hypopigmentation. 137-. (canceled)38. A method for producing controlled amounts of hypopigmentation in skin tissue of a patient , the method comprising:identifying an area of the skin tissue to be treated with the hypopigmentation;contacting the area of the skin tissue to be treated with a cooling contact end of a skin treatment device having a flat lower surface configured for a non-penetrating contact with a surface of the skin tissue of the patient; andlocally freezing the area of the skin tissue proximal to the flat lower surface of the cooling contact end, the cooling contact end being in thermal communication with a thermoelectric cooler, the thermoelectric cooler being configured to cool the flat lower surface to a temperature between −4° C. to −30° C. to provide a controlled heat extraction from the skin tissue by transferring heat from the cooling contact end solely by a conduction,wherein the local freezing of the area of the skin tissue generates a hypopigmentation effect in the area of the skin tissue for a gradual lightening.39. The method of claim 38 , wherein the ...

UV STERILIZATION APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR FORCED-AIR PATIENT HEATING SYSTEMS

An improvement to UV sterilization and disinfection devices and methods is disclosed. An apparatus for sterilization and disinfection includes: a compact, highly effective air sterilization and disinfection apparatus, which delivers clean, pure air directly into a blower/warmer device for clean and effective management of patient body temperature. 1. An apparatus for delivering pathogen-reduced air in a forced-air patient heating system , the apparatus comprising:an airflow and irradiation management chamber that creates a turbulent flow such that airborne pathogens are exposed to a dosage of UV radiation sufficient to penetrate and kill the pathogens, comprising: an inlet; an outlet; an inner surface; an outer surface; and a wall bounded by the inner surface and the outer surface;a particulate filter operatively coupled to the inlet of the airflow and irradiation management chamber; anda heater/blower assembly comprising: a heater/blower assembly inlet operatively connected to the outlet of the airflow and irradiation management chamber; a fan; a heater; an electronics and control module; and a heater/blower assembly outlet.2. The airflow and irradiation management chamber of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of UV LEDs electrically connected to the electronics and control module and fixedly attached to a plurality of mated openings longitudinally disposed in the wall of the airflow and irradiation management chamber such that plurality of UV LEDs irradiate the inner surface of the airflow and irradiation management chamber but do not impede the airflow through the airflow and irradiation management chamber.3. The apparatus of where the inner surface of the airflow irradiation and management chamber is a diffuse reflector such as PTFE.4. The airflow and irradiation management chamber of claim 2 , wherein the inner surface of the airflow and irradiation management chamber modulates the airflow being irradiated by the UV LEDs by creating a one or more areas of ...

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 (); and wherein at least one further body temperature adaption device () is different from the one body temperature adaptation device and, preferably, not an infusion device. 1100200300. Apparatus for controlling a body temperature (T) comprising a controller () , the controller being adapted to control the body temperature (T) by controlling at least two different body temperature adaption devices ( , ) ,{'b': '200', 'wherein one body temperature adaption device is an infusion device (); and'}{'b': '300', 'wherein at least one further body temperature adaption device () is different from the one body temperature adaptation device'}{'b': '100', 'sub': est', 'treatment, 'wherein the controller () is adapted to estimate an estimated volume (V) to be applied to the patient during the target treatment time (t) and/or'}{'b': 100', '200', '300', '200', '300, 'wherein the controller () is adapted to estimate a control sensitivity (S. S) of the infusion device () and/or of the further body temperature adaption device ().'}2. Apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the estimated volume (V) is estimated based on one or more of the parameters: weight of the patient claim 1 , temperature of the fluid to be infused claim 1 , body-mass-index claim 1 , target body temperature profile (T).3300100200300. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the further body temperature adaption device () is heat exchange based claim 1 , and/or wherein the controller () is adapted to operate the infusion device () and/or the further body temperature adaption device () under consideration of a minimal volume (V) and a maximal volume (V) to be applied to the patient during the target treatment time (t).4100. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Brassiere incorporating a hot flash mitigation system

A brassiere incorporating a hot flash mitigation system for cooling the upper torso, chest and neck area of a wearer is disclosed. The brassiere comprises two front panel sections connectively engaged to each other, at least one rear panel section connectively engaged to each of the two front panel sections. The hot flash mitigation system provides a deformable reservoir for containing and dispensing a fluid therefrom. The deformable reservoir is disposed in mating and contacting engagement with the brassiere and has an outlet in cooperative fluid engagement thereto. At least one duct disposed proximate to one of the at least two front panel sections is in fluid engagement with the outlet of the deformable reservoir. At least one nozzle disposed upon an end of the duct distal from the deformable reservoir operatively conveys the fluid from the duct to the upper torso, chest and neck area of the wearer.

DEVICE FOR REMOVING HEAT, ENERGY, AND/OR FLUID FROM A LIVING MAMMAL

The present invention provides improved devices for removing energy and fluid from body fluid containing spaces and surfaces of a mammal, the devices including isolated air and water delivery systems configured to simultaneously deliver streams of dry air and liquid water to the nostrils of a patient, without allowing the streams to come into contact with one-another until it enters the patient's nostrils. 1. A device for inducing evaporation of a fluid from a bodily fluid-containing space in a [ an air inlet,', 'an air outlet,', 'an air flow path connecting said air inlet and said air outlet,', 'an air inlet sensor configured to measure air temperature or pressure or both;', 'a blower situated in said air flow path and configured to draw ambient air from said air inlet and force said ambient air through said air flow path and out said air outlet,', 'a desiccant chamber situated in said air flow path and configured to receive a removable and replaceable desiccant element;', 'a heat sink situated in said air flow path and configured to remove heat added to air in said air flow path during removal of moisture from said air by said desiccant element;', 'an air outlet sensor configured to measure air temperature or pressure or both;, 'air delivery subassembly comprising, 'a liquid pump, configured to interface with a flexible liquid supply tube and to force liquid to be drawn into said flexible liquid supply tube from an external liquid source and out an outlet of said flexible liquid supply tube;', 'a liquid delivery subassembly comprising, 'wherein said air delivery subassembly and said liquid delivery subassembly maintain isolation between said air flow path and said liquid supply tube so that air in said air flow path and liquid in said liquid supply tube do not come into contact at any time prior to delivery to said mammal., 'mammal, the device comprising, in an integrated unit2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein said liquid pump comprises a peristaltic ...

GASTRIC, CUTANEOUS, OR PERITONEAL DELIVERY OF FROZEN MIST TO INDUCE THERAPEUTIC HYPERTHERMIA

Peritoneal heat exchange provides the benefit of extremely rapid cooling of the patient's target organs such as the heart and brain as well as facilitating global patient body temperature reduction to therapeutically effective temperatures. The heat exchange medium of the present invention is a chilled gaseous fluid suspension of frozen ice particles. 1a generator which produces a flowing gas stream having entrained frozen solid particles therein; andmeans for directing the flowing gas stream to a body surface which is not part of the patient's respiratory system, wherein the solid particles are directly exposed to the body surface melt to absorb body heat to cause at least one of lowering and controlling the patient's body temperature, wherein passing the flowing gas stream comprises introducing the flowing gas stream through an inlet conduit in an abdominal wall into a body cavity and simultaneously removing the flowing gas stream from the body cavity through an outlet conduit in the abdominal wall and wherein the inlet conduit is separate from the outlet conduit and the conduits are introduced through opposed locations on the abdominal wall.. A system for cooling a patient, said system comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/212,175, filed Jul. 15, 2016, which is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/603,955, filed Sep. 5, 2012, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,414,959, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/531,052, filed Sep. 5, 2011, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for selective modification and control of a patient's body temperature. More particularly, it relates to relatively non-invasive and field operable systems and methods of lowering a patient's body temperature by heat exchange within the patient's peritoneum. Peritoneal heat exchange provides the benefit of extremely rapid cooling of the ...

Method and Apparatus Pertaining to Securement of a Personal Patient Warming Apparatus

A personal patient warming apparatus includes a blanket having at least one pneumatic pathway formed therethrough and a plurality of orifices formed through at least one side thereof through which warmed air can exit to warm a patient. The blanket further includes a first portion configured to cover a first appendage of the patient when the blanket is disposed over the patient and a second portion configured to cover a second appendage of the patient when the blanket is disposed over the patient. Both the first portion and the second portion each include at least one tear line configured to form, when torn, an opening in the blanket through which at least one of the patient's appendages and an operating room table appendage board is disposed when disposing the blanket over the patient. 2. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the blanket comprises a one-time-use disposable blanket.3. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least one tear line comprises at least one of a line of perforations and a score line.4. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least one tear line is aligned at least substantially parallel to the corresponding first and second portion of the blanket.5. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least one tear line is substantially centrally positioned with respect to side edges of the corresponding first and second portion of the blanket.6. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least one tear line comprises at least two tear lines that intersect one another.7. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least two tear lines are disposed at least substantially orthogonally to one another.8. The personal patient warming apparatus of wherein the at least two tear lines comprise at least three tear lines claim 6 , wherein two of the at least three tear lines intersect another of the at least three tear lines.9. The personal patient warming apparatus of ...

HARD HAT HAVING INTEGRAL MISTING SYSTEM

A hard hat having an integral misting system for directing a liquid from a stored reservoir onto a user's face and head as a cooling mist. The misting hard hat includes a hat base having a rigid shell and suspension system, a fluid reservoir attached to the interior of the rigid shell, a misting component for dispersing liquid as a mist, and a distribution system for delivering liquid from the from the reservoir to the misting component under pressure. In one embodiment, the misting component is formed from a clip on housing that includes a plurality of misting nozzles which each direct mist from a slightly different position and/or at a slightly different trajectory, thereby provided a large coverage area for mist. 1. A misting hard hat , comprising:a hat base having a rigid shell that includes an interior surface and an exterior surface;a reservoir integral with the hat base, wherein said reservoir is adapted to hold a supply of a liquid;a misting component integral with said hat base and adapted to disperse liquid directed thereto as a mist; anda distribution system integral with said reservoir and said misting component, wherein said distribution system is adapted to receive liquid from the reservoir, pressurize liquid received from the reservoir, and direct pressurized liquid to the misting component.2. The misting hard hat of claim 1 , wherein:said hat base includes a rear brim; andsaid misting component is integral with said rear brim.3. The misting hard hat of claim 2 , wherein said misting component is selectively attachable to the rear brim.4. The misting hard hat of claim 1 , wherein said misting component is selectively attachable to the hat base.5. The misting hard hat of claim 1 , wherein said reservoir is attached to the interior surface of the hat base.6. The misting hard hat of claim 5 , wherein:said hat base includes a suspension system operative to provide a gap space between the interior surface and the head of a wearer when the hat base is in ...

FLUID PUMPING SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS

Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to certain types of reciprocating positive-displacement pumps (which may be referred to hereinafter as “pods,” “pump pods,” or “pod pumps”) used to pump fluids, such as a biological fluid (e.g., blood or peritoneal fluid), a therapeutic fluid (e.g., a medication solution), or a surfactant fluid. The pumps may be configured specifically to impart low shear forces and low turbulence on the fluid as the fluid is pumped from an inlet to an outlet. Such pumps may be particularly useful in pumping fluids that may be damaged by such shear forces (e.g., blood, and particularly heated blood, which is prone to hemolysis) or turbulence (e.g., surfectants or other fluids that may foam or otherwise be damaged or become unstable in the presence of turbulence). 182-. (canceled)83. A flexible diaphragm for use in a reciprocating positive-displacement pump , the diaphragm configured to be interposed between a pumping chamber of the pump and a control chamber of the pump , and having a pre-formed hemispheroid membrane having a pumping chamber side and an opposing control chamber side;wherein the diaphragm comprises a plurality of raised elements on the pumping chamber side of the membrane.8485-. (canceled)86. A flexible diaphragm according to claim 83 , wherein the raised elements comprise raised bumps claim 83 , dots claim 83 , bars claim 83 , ribs claim 83 , or rings.87. A flexible diaphragm according to claim 86 , wherein the diaphragm comprises a circular rim attached to or formed with a peripheral portion of the membrane.88. A flexible diaphragm according to claim 87 , wherein the rim is adapted for interconnection with at least one of a pumping chamber wall and an actuation chamber wall.89. A diaphragm according to or claim 87 , wherein the rim and the membrane are made from silicone.90. A diaphragm according to claim 89 , wherein the rim and the membrane are made from high-elongation silicone.9198-. (canceled)99. A flexible ...

Method and System For Providing Whole Body Cryotherapy

A system and method for automatically producing and monitoring a cryotherapy session within a chamber includes a plumbing system coupled to the chamber for cooling the chamber. A central controller may be coupled to the plumbing system. The central controller may be operable for: initiating the cryotherapy session within the chamber with a cryogenic gas flowing through the plumbing system for cooling the chamber to a first temperature; determining if the first temperature has been reached within the chamber; determining if a check-in command has been received for the cryotherapy session; and stopping the cryotherapy session after a predetermined period of time. The central controller may also monitor a cooling rate for the chamber and a heater associated with the cooling rate.

BRANCHED TUBE NETWORK AND TEMPERATURE REGULATING GARMENT WITH BRANCHED TUBE NETWORK

In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a garment for regulating a temperature of a wearer is provided. The garment includes a fabric configured to be worn by the wearer. The fabric includes channels parallel to a primary surface of the fabric. The garment includes a branched tube network for circulating a working fluid. The branched tube network is disposed in the channels of the fabric. The branched tube network includes a plurality of tubes wherein at least one end of each tube of the plurality of tubes is branched and connected to two daughter tubes, or more, the connection having a branch angle of between 1 and 359 degrees, inclusive. The tube network has at least two levels of branches. 1. A garment for regulating a temperature of a wearer , comprising:a fabric configured to be worn by the wearer, the fabric having channels parallel to a primary surface of the fabric; and a plurality of tubes wherein at least one end of each tube of the plurality of tubes is branched and connected to at least two daughter tubes, the connection having a branch angle of between 1 and 359 degrees, inclusive; and', 'wherein the tube network has at least two levels of branches., 'a branched tube network for circulating a working fluid, wherein the branched tube network is disposed in the channels of the fabric, the branched tube network comprising2. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the each tube is branched and connected to two daughter tubes.3. The garment of claim 2 , wherein the branch angle is between 30 degrees and 60 degrees claim 2 , inclusive.4. The garment of claim 1 , wherein a diameter of the branched tube is greater than a diameter of the daughter tubes.5. The garment of claim 4 , wherein the diameter of each daughter tube is between 60% and 80% of the branched tube.6. The garment of claim 1 , further comprising:an energy conversion device for heating and/or cooling the working fluid; anda blower in fluidic communication with the energy conversion device and the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELIMINATING LICE AND NITS

A heated air system may include a heater/blower device, hose, and nozzle for blowing and heating air. The nozzle may be adapted and shaped for treatment of an ectoparasite infestation on an animal or person. Methods of treatment of an ectoparasite infestation may include applying a product to the hair to kill or slow hatched ectoparasites, combing out all the hatched ectoparasites, and heating air and applying heated air to a portion of the animal or person's body being treated to dehydrate any eggs and/or ectoparasites on the body. 1. A method of treating a person comprising:applying a topical product to hair of an animal or person to kill or slow down any hatched ectoparasites on the head;dividing hair of a person into multiple isolated sections;combing a first isolated section of hair of the multiple isolated sections with a comb until all hatched ectoparasites are removed from the first isolated section of hair;applying heated air through a nozzle of a heated air system to the first isolated section of hair at a temperature and air flow sufficient to dehydrate any eggs in the first isolated section; andpicking though the first isolated section in very thin subsections of hair doing a visual check for any remaining eggs and, if found, pulling the remaining eggs off the hair.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:combing a second isolated section of hair of the multiple isolated sections with the comb until all hatched ectoparasites are removed from the second isolated section of hair;applying heated air through the nozzle of the heated air system to the second isolated section of hair at a temperature and air flow sufficient to dehydrate any eggs in the second isolated section;picking though the second isolated section in very thin subsections of hair doing a visual check for any remaining eggs and, if found, pulling the remaining eggs off the hair.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:combing a third isolated section of hair of the multiple ...

WHOLE-BODY HYPERTHERMIA SYSTEM

A whole-body hyperthermia system for raising the body temperature of the entire body of an individual to a predetermined target temperature and for stabilizing the body temperature at the target temperature comprises an apparatus means for raising the body temperature at a rate of at least 1° C./hour, and at least a second thermal means for further adjusting the body temperature to the target temperature Tb. The second thermal means comprises a fluid circuit, which is at least partially within the individual, and a fluid, heated by a heat exchanger to a set temperature is circulated through the fluid circuit. 115.-. (canceled)16. A whole-body hyperthermia system for raising the body temperature of the entire body of an individual to a predetermined target temperature Tb and for stabilizing said body temperature at said target temperature Tb , said system comprising:a cabinet, in which the individual is located, said cabinet being provided with isolation and heating for heating the air of the cabinet, for maintaining an individual at an elevated temperature,at least one thermal means, configured to raise said body temperature at a rate of at least 1° C./hour, and subsequently set to obtain and maintain the target temperature Tb of said individual,wherein said at least one thermal means comprises a first thermal means for raising said body temperature at a rate of at least 1° C./hour,wherein raising said body temperature by said first thermal means is not performed by external heating of the blood system andwherein said first thermal means do not comprise an internally heated fluid circuit,one or more devices to prevent or counter heat loss from the individual, said one or more devices being devices for heating air and/or oxygen for respiration, or devices for heating liquids being introduced in the body,one or more sensors monitoring the temperature or heat flux of the individual, connected to controllers steering said devices to prevent or counter heat loss and ...

Cryotherapies

Delivering cold slurry to internal tissues can be used in therapies for treating a variety or medical diseases and conditions. For example, cold slurry can activate brown adipose tissue to treat obesity. Cold slurry can be delivered to tissue injured by trauma or disease to reduce inflammation, which in turn reduces pain and leads to quicker recovery. Cold slurry therapy can also be used to treat muscular and neurological disorders as well as to manage pain. The cooling effect of cold slurry delivered at or near a nerve reduces innervation that nerve, which in turn reduces spasms or pain. The cooling effect can also cause tissue to undergo the cell death. Advantageously, cold slurry therapies can be used to reduce or remove tissue, for example, to treat fibroadenomas or scar tissue.

COOLING BED SYSTEM

A cooling bed system is configured to provide a cooling airflow around a patient suffering from heat exhaustion, heat stroke and or burns. A cooling bed system produces an airflow over a patient and preferably an airflow from both above and below the patient to more effectively and quickly cool the patient. A cooling bed system may also include a liquid dispenser that creates mist that is carried by the airflow to further cool the patient. A patient may be supported by a platform having a plurality of openings to allow airflow and mist to pass therethrough. A controller controls the airflow rate and/or temperature of the air, and may also control the liquid dispensing rate and/or temperature of the liquid as a function of an input from a temperature sensor to effectively and safely cool the patient. 1. A cooling bed system comprising:a) a frame having an opening; i) an upper air moving device configured to create down-airflow that flows down:', 'ii) an upper liquid dispenser configured to create a mist;, 'b) an upper cooling portion comprising i) a lower air moving device configure to create n up-airflow that flows up:', 'ii) a lower liquid dispenser configured to create a mist;, 'c) a lower cooling portion comprising wherein a gap between the upper and lower cooling portions configured to receive a patient through said opening in the frame;', 'wherein the patient platform has a plurality of openings to allow mist from the upper and lower portions to pass therethrough;, 'd) a patient platform configured between the upper and lower cooling portions;'}e) a controller that controls the rate of the upper and lower airflows.2. The cooling bed system of claim i , wherein the upper air moving device and lower air moving device each comprise a plurality of fans.3. The cooling bed system of claim 1 , wherein the upper liquid dispensing device and lower liquid dispensing device each comprise a plurality of misters.4. The cooling bed system of claim 1 , wherein the upper ...

FORCED AIR TEMPERATURE REGULATING PAD WITH CHEST WARMING FEATURE

A temperature regulating pad has an air-permeable top layer, a perforated middle layer, and a bottom layer. The perforated middle layer is located between the top layer and the bottom layer. The top layer and the perforated middle layer delimit an upper airspace and the perforated middle layer and the bottom layer delimit a lower airspace. A slot is disposed through the pad to create a flap that can fold over onto the top of the patient. Forced air is received into the lower airspace and flows from the lower airspace into the upper airspace through the perforated middle layer, exiting the air-permeable top layer into an external airspace surrounding the patient. With the patient resting on the pad and the foldable flap deployed, warm air flows directly from underneath and above to regulate the temperature of the patient. 1. A temperature regulating pad , comprising:an air-permeable top layer, a perforated middle layer, and a bottom layer, said perforated middle layer disposed between said top layer and said bottom layer;said top layer and said perforated middle layer delimiting an upper airspace and said perforated middle layer and said bottom layer delimiting a lower airspace;a slot disposed through each of said top layer, said middle layer, and said bottom layer, said slot delimiting a foldable flap, said flap configured to move between at least a first position and a second position; andwherein forced air is received into said lower airspace and flows from said lower airspace into said upper airspace through said perforated middle layer, exiting said air-permeable top layer into an external airspace about said top layer.2. The temperature regulating pad of claim 1 , wherein in the first position said flap is substantially flat and parallel with said pad and wherein in the second position said flap is folded over a portion of said pad.3. The temperature regulating pad of claim 1 , wherein said slot is substantially U-shaped.4. The temperature regulating pad of ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA

Methods, devices, and systems employ cryolysis of oropharyngeal adipose tissues to selectively remove fat cells from the tissues causing obstructive sleep apnea. In various embodiments, a chilled liquid—e.g., a liquid or air—is applied to the target tissue at a temperature and for a duration sufficient to cause cryolysis. 1. A device for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea , the device comprising:a cooling unit for chilling a cooling fluid;an applicator configured to receive the cooling fluid, the applicator comprising a distal portion having a plurality of cryo therapy needles and a proximal portion, wherein the plurality of cryo therapy needles are shaped and configured to be inserted into a dorsal portion of a tongue of a subject, and wherein the proximal portion is shaped and configured to contact an adjacent portion of the tongue; anda recirculation conduit configured to facilitate heat transfer between the applicator and the cooling fluid;the applicator and cooling unit being configured to cooperatively cause cooling of the tongue for a time sufficient to cause cryolysis of adipose tissue within the tongue and thereby reduce a volume of the adipose tissue.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of cryo therapy needles are arranged in a planar configuration.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of cryo therapy needles are arranged in a three-dimensional configuration.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the distal portion is curved.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the proximal portion is curved.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the distal portion is substantially flat.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the proximal portion is substantially flat.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cooling fluid is configured to circulate within the plurality of cryo therapy needles.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cooling unit comprises a two-stage cooling unit.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein the two-stage cooling unit further comprises:a first ...

LOCAL COOLING ANESTHESIA DEVICE, METHOD OF CONTROLLING LOCAL COOLING ANESTHESIA DEVICE, AND COOLING TEMPERATURE REGULATOR OF LOCAL COOLING ANESTHESIA DEVICE

Disclosed is a local cooling anesthesia device for spraying a coolant on a treatment site. The local cooling anesthesia device includes a housing which forms an outward form and from which the coolant is sprayed and a spraying unit installed in the housing to spray the coolant. The device also includes a cooling temperature regulator connected to the spraying unit to apply thermal energy to the sprayed coolant for temperature regulation and a control unit connected to the cooling temperature regulator to control the cooling temperature regulator. The cooling anesthesia device has functions of measuring and regulating the temperature of the coolant, and thus can apply the coolant to the treatment site within a safe temperature range according to the purpose of treatment, thereby enabling a desired treatment purpose such as local anesthesia to be safely and rapidly accomplished without side effects such as cytoclasis. 1. A local cooling anesthesia device , comprising:a coolant container configured to store a coolant;a nozzle configured to receive the coolant from the coolant container and comprising a nozzle opening configured to generate a sprayed flow of the coolant;a sprayer comprising a spray opening, the sprayer configured to output the sprayed flow from the nozzle on a treatment area through the spray opening; anda coolant temperature adjuster interposed between the nozzle and the sprayer, the coolant temperature adjuster including a heater configured to adjust a temperature of the sprayed flow flowing through the coolant temperature adjuster,wherein the coolant temperature adjuster is in fluid communication with the spray opening of the sprayer and is configured to guide the sprayed flow from the nozzle to the sprayer.2. The local cooling anesthesia device of claim 1 , wherein the coolant temperature adjuster further comprises a plurality of heat dissipating members claim 1 , andwherein the plurality of heat dissipating members are projected from the heater and ...

CRYOTHERAPY SYSTEM WITH INFLATABLE CHAMBER

A cryotherapy system can include an erectable apparatus that can be at least partially inflatable, and configured to extend at least partially around a treatment area adapted to contain at least both vaporized cryogen and at least a portion of a user's body to be cryogenically treated; and a cooling system configurable to provide vaporized cryogen to the treatment area. 1. A cryotherapy system , comprising:at least one inflatable chamber configured to extend at least partially around, and at least partially define, a treatment area configured to contain both vaporized cryogen and at least a portion of a user's body to be cryogenically treated; anda cooling system configurable to be in fluid communication with the treatment area and provide vaporized cryogen to the treatment area.2. The cryotherapy system according to claim 1 , wherein:the at least one inflatable chamber defines an access opening configured to provide ingress to and egress from the treatment area when the at least one inflatable chamber is inflated; andthe system further comprises an apparatus configurable to at least partially close the access opening.3. The cryotherapy system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one inflatable chamber:comprises fabric;defines an interior space configured to contain air under pressure; andcomprises a plurality of sewn seams configured to discharge air from the interior space into the treatment area to mix the vaporized cryogen.4. A method of using the cryotherapy system of claim 1 , comprising:inflating the at least one inflatable chamber; andthen operating the cooling system to provide vaporized cryogen to the treatment area while the at least one inflatable chamber is inflated.5. A cryotherapy system claim 1 , comprising: at least one inflatable wall configured to extend at least partially around the treatment area at least when the at least one inflatable wall is inflated,', 'an access opening configured to provide ingress to and egress from the treatment ...

MEDICAL ICE SLURRY PRODUCTION AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS

The present disclosure provides systems and method for medical ice slurry production. In particular, systems and methods are provided for medical ice slurry production that enable an end user to produce and deliver a sterile medical ice slurry at the point of care. 1. A medical ice slurry production system comprising:a disposable cartridge holding a non-frozen, sterile medical slurry composition;a housing supporting the disposable cartridge, the housing including an actuator;a cooling device operable with the housing to cool the non-frozen slurry composition held in the disposable cartridge to a temperature sufficient to form ice crystals in the disposable cartridge;an agitator operable with the actuator of the housing to agitate the medical slurry composition such that the ice crystals are reduced to a size sufficient to allow the medical slurry composition including the reduced ice crystals to be delivered to a patient through an end of a needle; andan access port structured and arranged to allow the medical slurry composition including the reduced ice crystals to be withdrawn or injected from the disposable cartridge, while maintaining the sterility of the medical slurry composition including the reduced ice crystals.2. The medical ice slurry production system of claim 1 , wherein the disposable cartridge includes one of a syringe or a canister.3. The medical ice slurry production system of claim 1 , wherein the access port is structured and arranged to allow a syringe to engage the access port and withdraw the slurry composition.4. The medical ice slurry production system of claim 1 , wherein the agitator includes at least one a vibrating device or a rotating device.5. The medical ice slurry production system of claim 1 , wherein the agitator includes a rotating device structured and arranged to rotate back-and forth.6. The medical ice slurry production system of claim 1 , wherein the agitator is attached to the disposable cartridge.7. The medical ice slurry ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THERMAL TREATMENT OF TISSUE

Systems and methods for a medical device configured to provide cooling to a tissue region are provided. The medical device may be configured to noninvasively or invasively cool the tissue region to a predetermined operating temperature via a two-phase heat transfer process. 1118-. (canceled)119. A noninvasive medical device configured to provide cooling to a tissue region , the noninvasive medical device comprising:a top plate;a bottom plate including a contact surface;an evaporative structure arranged between the top plate and the bottom plate configured to receive a working fluid, wherein the evaporative structure is configured to promote evaporation of the working fluid to cool the contact surface; andan opening extending through the top plate, the bottom plate, and the evaporative structure.120. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein further comprising a plurality of openings arranged in a desired fractional pattern.121. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the base includes a plurality of array tiles each including a plurality of array units claim 119 , wherein the plurality of array units each include a proximal end claim 119 , a distal end claim 119 , and a portion of the plurality of channels arranged thereon.122. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the evaporative structure is in the form of a porous substrate.123. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the porous substrate is in the form of a metal foam.124. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the evaporative structure is in the form of a plurality of channels.125. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the contact surface defines at least one of a concave shape claim 119 , a convex shape claim 119 , and a plurality of peaks and valleys.126. The noninvasive medical device of claim 119 , wherein the treatment surface includes a plurality of protrusions extending therefrom.127. The noninvasive medical device of ...

Convective Swaddle Blanket

Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a convective blanket that includes an air permeable upper sheet having a periphery. The convective blanket includes a lower sheet bonded to the upper sheet with a peripheral seal proximate to the periphery of the upper sheet to form an interior space therein between the upper and lower sheets. The convective blanket includes a wing portion partially surrounded by a portion of the peripheral seal and a body portion. Additional aspects relate to a system including the convective blanket and a method that uses the convective blanket. 1. A convective blanket comprising:an air permeable upper sheet having a periphery;a lower sheet bonded to the upper sheet with a peripheral seal proximate to the periphery of the upper sheet to form an interior space therein between the upper and lower sheets;a wing portion partially surrounded by a portion of the peripheral seal; anda body portion.2. The convective blanket of claim 1 , wherein the wing portion is configured to contact an anterior portion of an abdomen of the patient when in a swaddled position.3. The convective blanket of claim 1 , wherein the wing portion has a wing dimension such that the wing portion intersects with a sagittal plane of the patient.4. The convective blanket of claim 1 , wherein the blanket comprises a longitudinal axis defined by an orientation of the patient claim 1 , wherein longitudinal axis is formed by the intersection of a sagittal plane of the patient and the plane of the blanket claim 1 , wherein the blanket comprises a width axis defined by the orientation of the patient claim 1 , wherein the width axis is formed by an intersection of a transverse plane of the patient and the plane of the blanket.5. The blanket of claim 4 , wherein a longitudinal dimension is a shortest dimension from one end of the peripheral seal to another end of the peripheral seal along an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis claim 4 , wherein the shortest dimension does not ...

Electronically Controllable Pillow

An electronically controllable pillow is thermally regulated. At least one temperature sensor is configured to communicate temperature measurements. Temperature measurements comprise the internal temperature of a pillow. Temperature measurements are communicated to a processing unit. At least one presence sensor is configured to communicate presence measurements. Presence measurements are configured to indicate the presence of a user employing a pillow. Presence measurements are communicated to a processing unit. At least one transceiver is connected to a processing unit. A transceiver is configured to communicate with at least one remote device. At least one thermal element is activated, based at least in part on, temperature measurements and presence measurements over at least one period of time.

NON-CONTACT, INFRARED SENSING TEMPERATURE-ACTIVATED CONTROLLER FOR ABATEMENT OF EFFECTS OF HOT FLASHES IN A HUMAN BODY

A directable, portable appliance in combination with an adjustable set-point digital temperature controller for non-contact remotely monitoring infrared temperatures of a selected area of human skin and activating an electrical fan for directing cooling air over the selected skin areas of individuals experiencing episodes of thermal chaos, i.e., hot flashes. 1. A portable , directable appliance for alleviating hot and cold flashes experienced by human beings comprising , in combination:(a) a directable, non-contact, infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe for remotely sensing temperature of a target skin area of a human-being prone to experiencing hot or cold skin surface temperature variations; and(b) a low voltage electrical controller for energizing and de-energizing a conventional AC power source for powering a fan directing air flow at the target skin area responsive to temperature excursions remotely sensed by the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe.2. The portable claim 1 , directable appliance of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view smaller than the target skin area.3. The portable claim 2 , directable appliance of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view having a ratio of distance (D) to sensing spot diameter (S) of the appliance at 90% energy of 6:1.4. The portable claim 1 , directable appliance of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view of between about 2 and 12 inches in diameter when located between about 2 and 10 feet from the target object.5. The portable claim 4 , directable appliance of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view of between about 4 and 10 inches in diameter when located between about 2 and 10 feet from the target object.6. The portable claim 4 , directable appliance of ...

BLOWING SYSTEM WITH EXPANDABLE FUNCTIONS, EXPANSION DEVICE, AND OPERATING METHOD

The disclosure is related to a blowing apparatus with expandable functions, an expansion device, and an operating method. The blowing apparatus has an electrical interface used to connect one of the expansion devices with various functions. The blowing apparatus has a control unit used to identify an operating mode of the expansion device connected with the blowing apparatus. A control signal is therefore generated. According to the control signal, the control unit controls rotating speed of a fan unit and a heating temperature of a heating unit. The expansion device can be disposed with a mist unit having a container and a mist generating unit. The mist unit sprays the mist to an outlet cap of the expansion device. The blowing apparatus then blows the mist out of the outlet cap by means of the rotating speed of fan unit and the temperature of heating unit. 1. A system including a blowing apparatus with expandable function and an expansion device , comprising: a control unit, used to identify an operating mode of the expansion device being connected with the blowing apparatus, and generate an identity signal according to the operating mode of the expansion device, and processing signals for the blowing apparatus;', 'an electrical interface, electrically connected with the control unit, including one or more electrical pins for electrically connecting to the expansion device;', 'a fan unit, electrically connected with the control unit, used to control a rotating speed according to the identity signal generated by the control unit;', 'a heating unit, electrically connected with the control unit, used to control a temperature according to the identity signal; and', 'a display unit, electrically connected with the control unit, used to indicate operating status of the blowing apparatus;, 'the blowing apparatus comprising a connection interface configured to have one or more contact pins corresponding to one or more electrical pins of the blowing apparatus, and a locking ...

HUMAN THERMOREGULATION SIMULATOR

Various implementations include a Human Thermoregulation Simulator (HTRS) that simulates the natural and primary thermoregulatory functions of a patient that are relevant during therapeutic hypothermia procedures. For example, in various implementations, a HTRS includes a core container configured to be at least partially filled with water, and the core container includes a heat generator configured to heat the water inside the core container. A middle container is disposed concentrically around the core container, and the middle container includes a foam layer configured to be saturated by water. An outer container is disposed concentrically around the middle container, and the outer container includes a network of tubing disposed on at least a portion of an inner surface of the outer container. The HTRS also includes a pump configured to circulate water from the core container through the network of tubing. 1. A Human Thermoregulation Simulator (HTRS) comprising:a core container configured to be at least partially filled with water, the core container comprising a heat generator configured to heat the water inside the core container;a middle container disposed concentrically around the core container, the middle container comprising a foam layer configured to be saturated by water;an outer container disposed concentrically around the middle container, the outer container comprising a network of tubing disposed on at least a portion of an inner surface of the outer container; anda pump configured to circulate water from the core container through the network of tubing.2. The HTRS of claim 1 , wherein the heat generator is configured to heat the water to 37° C.3. The HTRS of claim 1 , wherein the heat generator is an immersion heater.4. The HTRS of claim 1 , wherein the core container claim 1 , middle layer claim 1 , network of tubing claim 1 , and pump are configured to contain between four and six liters of water.5. The HTRS of claim 4 , wherein the core container ...

NON-CONTACT, INFRARED SENSING TEMPERATURE ACTIVATED CONTROLLER FOR ABATEMENT OF EFFECTS OF HOT FLASHES IN A HUMAN BODY

A directable, portable appliance in combination with an adjustable set-point digital temperature controller for non-contact remotely monitoring infrared temperatures of a selected area of human skin and activating an electrical fan for directing cooling air over the selected skin areas of individuals experiencing episodes of thermal chaos, i.e., hot flashes. 1. A portable , non-contact , infrared temperature activated cooling device for minimizing discomfort of an individual experiencing a hot flash , the device comprising:a cooling fan with blower motor for generating cooling air when activated;a power control relay for activating the cooling fan blower motor;a directable, non-contact, infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe for remotely sensing temperature of a target skin area of a human-being prone to experiencing hot or cold skin surface temperature variations; anda digital temperature controller in which a desired setpoint temperature can be set, wherein when the sensing probe senses a temperature of the target skin area at a temperature above the setpoint, cooling air is generated for cooling the individual until the temperature of the target skin area falls below the temperature setpoint of the digital temperature controller.2. The portable cooling device of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view smaller than the target skin area.3. The portable cooling device of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view having a ratio of distance (D) to sensing spot diameter (S) of the appliance at 90% energy of 6:1.4. The portable cooling device of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature transmitter probe has an optical field of view of between about 2 and 12 inches in diameter when located between about 2 and 10 feet from the target object.5. The portable cooling device of wherein the non-contact infrared sensing temperature ...

Apparatus and Method for Rapidly Cooling or Heating the Body Temperature of a Patient

An extracorporeal blood cooling or heating circuit includes an intravenous catheter for withdrawing a patient's blood coupled to a combined pump/heat exchanger device. One or more sensors are provided upstream and/or downstream of the pump/heat exchanger device for measuring pressure, temperature, fluid flow, blood oxygenation, and other parameters. A controller is operatively coupled to the pump/heat exchanger device and the one or more sensors to control the speed of the pump inside the pump/heat exchanger device and regulate the blood temperature by controlling the operation of the heat exchanger. The combined pump/heat exchanger device includes a housing having at least one inlet and at least one outlet, a pump portion defining a blood circuit inside the housing, and a heat exchanger portion contained within the housing for selectively heating or cooling the blood. 120.-. (canceled)21. An apparatus for rapidly cooling or heating the body temperature of a patient , the apparatus comprising:a housing having at least one blood inlet and at least one blood outlet;a pump portion contained within the housing for extracting blood from a patient's body through the blood inlet and infusing blood to the patient's body through the blood outlet;a heat exchanger portion associated with the housing for selectively heating or cooling the blood; anda blood conduit between the blood inlet and the blood outlet of the pump portion, the blood circuit being in direct thermal contact with the heat exchanger portion, one or more thermoelectric modules contained between a pair of ceramic substrates; and', 'a heat sink in thermal contact with the one or more thermoelectric modules for removing heat from the one or more thermoelectric modules., 'wherein the heat exchanger portion comprises22. The apparatus of claim 21 , further comprising at least one fan for removing heat from the heat sink.23. The apparatus of claim 22 , further comprising a controller in operative communication with ...

COMPOSITIONS, TREATMENT SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR FRACTIONALLY FREEZING TISSUE

Compositions and formulations having one or more anti-freeze proteins for use with devices and systems that enable tissue cooling, such as cryotherapy applications, for alteration and reduction of adipose tissue are described. Embodiments of the technology are further directed to methods, compositions having one or more anti-freeze proteins and devices that protect non-targeted cells from freeze damage during dermatological and related aesthetic procedures requiring sustained exposure to cold temperatures. Further embodiments of the technology include systems for enhancing sustained and/or replenishing release of a freezing point depressant having one or more anti-freeze proteins to a treatment site prior to and during cooling applications. 1. A method for affecting a subcutaneous layer of a human subject's body , the method comprising:applying a freezing point depressant to a surface of the human subject's skin at a site; andfreezing extracellular and/or intracellular water of a dermal layer and/or fat tissue in the human subject to form a fractional freeze pattern comprised of needle-shaped ice crystals through an epidermal and dermal layer by puncturing a cell membrane of a frozen cell within the site with the needle-shaped ice crystals to cause cell death.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the freezing occurs in a targeted microzone.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell death initiates an increased production of collagen and/or elastin.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the subject exhibits minimal damage to the epidermal layer during freezing of the extracellular and/or intracellular water of a dermal layer and/or the fat tissue.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising triggering a healing and/or inflammatory response in the human subject's body.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the freezing point depressant further includes at least one of a thickening agent claim 1 , a pH buffer claim 1 , a humectant claim 1 , or a surfactant.7. A method for ...

Liquid ventilator and method to induce tidal liquid ventilation and/or hyporthermia

Liquid ventilator and methods integrating the concept of total liquid ventilation (TLV) using liquid volumes below functional residual capacity (FRC) of mammal's lungs are disclosed. Beyond the automatization of the whole process, the technology has been up-scaled to confirm that TLV at residual volumes below FRC can provide a safe procedure while enabling the full potential of TLV in a mammal such as humans or adult-sized animals. Such tidal liquid ventilation strongly differs from the previously known TLV approach, opening promising perspectives for a safer clinical translation. Also disclosed are apparatus and method for safe and fast induction of hypothermia during liquid ventilation of a mammal.

RELOCATABLE CLEAR PATIENT DRAPE FOR FORCED AIR WARMING BLANKETS

The invention relates to a forced air warming blanket for regulating a temperature of a patient, the blanket having a patient drape detachably connected thereto. 1. A forced air warming blanket for regulating a temperature of a patient , the blanket having a patient drape detachably connected thereto.2. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the patient drape is attached thereto by way of a blanket connection adhesive.3. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the forced air warming blanket is elongate along a longitudinal axis claim 2 , and wherein the said blanket connection adhesive is arranged along a line parallel or substantially parallel to the said longitudinal axis.4. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the patient drape comprises a drape relocation adhesive provided thereon and covered by a release liner claim 1 , the said release liner being removable to thereby allow the drape to be attached to the blanket or to a patient or to a garment worn by the patient by way of the drape relocation adhesive.5. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the patient drape is detachable therefrom by hand.6. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the patient drape is detachably connected thereto by way of a breakable connection.7. The forced air warming blanket according to wherein the said breakable connection comprises one or more perforations.8. A method of manufacturing a forced air warming blanket for regulating a temperature of a patient claim 6 , the method comprising: translating one or more constituent layers of the forced air warming blanket along a principal manufacturing direction; depositing blanket connection adhesive on a said constituent layer of the forced air warming blanket along a line parallel or substantially parallel to the principal manufacturing direction; and attaching a detachable patient drape to the forced air warming blanket by way of the blanket connection adhesive.9. A method ...

Body surface temperature adjustment apparatus

A body surface temperature adjustment apparatus efficiently adjusts a surface temperature of a treatment target site of a patient. The apparatus includes a first tank that stores water, a water temperature adjustment unit that adjusts a temperature of the water to a predetermined temperature, a cooling apparatus that surrounds a scalp, a first pump that circulates the water, a controller that controls the water temperature adjustment unit and the first pump, and at least one water outlet for releasing the water circulated by the first pump toward the scalp surrounded by the cooling apparatus body, and a collection unit that collects the water released within a scalp surrounding space into the first tank.

Method to determine heat transfer efficiency of a heating device and system therefor

To determine the heat output efficacy of a heating device such as a convective warming blanket, a conduit structure is constructed to have coiled metal tubings that form the head, torso and other non-moving parts of a person analog. Flexible tubings interconnect the metal tubings to establish a continuous conduit between an inlet and an outlet of the structure, so that a fluid having a particular heat capacity may flow uninterrupted through the conduit structure. Respective temperature sensors at the inlet and outlet measure the input and output temperatures of the fluid. Using the flow rate, the heat capacity and the respective temperatures of the fluid measured at the inlet and outlet, the heat output efficiency of the blanket may be calculated. A FLIR camera may be used to obtain an IR image to confirm the heat output efficiency of the blanket.

UV Sterilization Apparatus, System, and Method for Forced-Air Patient Heating Systems

An improvement to UV sterilization and disinfection devices and methods is disclosed. An apparatus for sterilization and disinfection includes: a compact, highly effective air sterilization and disinfection apparatus, which delivers clean, pure air directly into a blower/warmer device for clean and effective management of patient body temperature. 1. An air treatment system comprising:an air intake area comprising an opening and a filter assembly;a fan configured to generate an airflow of filtered air; anda sanitizing chamber configured to expose the airflow to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, wherein the sanitizing chamber includes a sterilization region comprising an array of ultraviolet (UV) light emitting diodes (LEDs),wherein a ratio of a total length of the sanitizing chamber to a cross-sectional area of the sanitizing chamber is at least 25.2. The air treatment system of claim 1 , wherein a length of the sterilization region is configured to minimize pressure drop across the air treatment system while enabling a 99% reduction of airborne pathogens from the airflow.3. The air treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the filter assembly comprises a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.4. The air treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the array of UV LEDs is configured to emit radiation at one or more wavelength within a range of 240-280 nm.5. The air treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the UV LEDs are configured to irradiate the airflow with a UV radiation dosage claim 1 , wherein the UV radiation dosage is calculated based on a computed residence time for the sanitizing chamber claim 1 , computed UV radiation flux claim 1 , and desired threshold of 99% reduction in airborne pathogens.6. The air treatment system of claim 1 , wherein a UV-reflective material covers at least some of an interior surface of the sanitizing chamber.7. The air treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising a UV sensor disposed in the sanitizing chamber claim 1 , and at least one ...

NECK FAN

A neck fan includes an arc-shaped shell configured to hang around user's neck and at least four fan assemblies arranged in the shell. The shell includes a first part and a second part. Each of the first part and the second part defines an accommodating space, air inlets and air outlets communicated with the accommodating space, at least one partition is arranged in the accommodating space and configured to divide the accommodating space into at least two accommodating parts arranged along an extension direction of the shell. Each of the fan assemblies is arranged in one of the at least two accommodating parts and is configured to direct air into the one of the at least two accommodating parts through corresponding air inlets and to direct air out of the one of the at least two accommodating parts through corresponding air outlets. 1. A neck fan , comprising: wherein the arc-shaped shell comprises a first portion configured to be worn around a side of the neck and a second portion configured to be worn around another side of the neck;', 'each of the first portion and the second portion comprises a wall defining a receiving space, and the wall comprises a first side wall close to the neck and a second side wall connected to and opposite to the first side wall; and', 'each of the first side wall and the second side wall defines a plurality of air inlets, at least one of the first side wall and the second side wall defines a plurality of air outlets, and the plurality of air inlets and the plurality of air outlets are communicating with the receiving space;, 'an arc-shaped shell, configured to be worn around a neck of a user,'}at least two fan assemblies, received in the receiving space of the first portion and the receiving space of the second portion, wherein each of the at least two fan assemblies is configured to guide air from the plurality of air inlets of the first side wall and the second side wall of a respective portion to the plurality of air outlets of the ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM PROVIDING MORE ACCURATE FLUID TEMPERATURE MONITORING WITH SELECTABLE FLUID INPUT AND OUTPUT ARRAGEMENTS FOR BODY CAVITY TREATMENTS

Arrangements of components for use in support of a Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) System which conveys fluids from a system to a patient and back to the system in a complete circuit. The described arrangements provide multiple means of rapidly configuring the number of input lines and output lines into and out of the patient. Included are integral temperature probes in the inflow and outflow lines. Also included are various means of introducing and removing the fluids from the patient and additional temperature probes to be used at the discretion of the clinician. 1. A process for hyperthermia treatment for an anatomical portion of a body: comprising ,(a) providing treatment fluid;(c) causing said treatment fluid to flow to the anatomical portion of the body to be treated and from that body portion;(d) causing the fluid to flow from the body portion to be treated in a continuous enclosed path to and from the body to be treated until the treatment procedure is terminated; and(e) controlling selected aspects of the process by continuously monitoring the fluid temperature prior to entry of the flowing treatment fluid into the body portion to be treated and following exit of the flowing treatment fluid from the body portion being so treated.2. An arrangement of fluid flow lines to facilitate the flow of a fluid or fluids from a source of such fluids to a recipient to receive the fluids and from the recipient of the fluids; comprising ,(a) a first fluid flow line through which fluid is to flow through in a first given direction;(b) a second fluid flow line through which fluid is to flow through in a second given direction; and(c) a first temperature sensing device incorporated into said first fluid flow line to sense the temperature of fluid when flowing therethrough; and(d) a second temperature sensing device incorporated into said second fluid flow line to sense the temperature of fluid when flowing therethrough.3. The arrangement of fluid flow lines ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FACILITATING REDUCTION IN USER'S FATIGUE

In an apparatus for facilitating fatigue reduction of a user, a characteristic identifier identifies at least one personal characteristic item of the user, and a hot-cold stimulus controller instructs a hot-cold stimulator to apply hot and cold stimuluses to the user in accordance with a stimulus condition, and varies, based on the identified at least one personal characteristic item of the user, the stimulus condition of each of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus. The stimulus condition of each of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus include at least one of, one or more parts of the user to which the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus is to be applied, a temperature of the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus, and an application period of the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus to the user. 1. An apparatus for facilitating fatigue reduction of a user , the apparatus comprising:a characteristic identifier configured to identify at least one personal characteristic item of the user; and instruct a hot-cold stimulator to apply a hot stimulus and a cold stimulus to the user in accordance with a stimulus condition; and', 'vary, based on the identified at least one personal characteristic item of the user, the stimulus condition of each of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus,, 'a hot-cold stimulus controller configured to one or more parts of the user to which the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus is to be applied;', 'a temperature of the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus; and', 'an application period of the corresponding one of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus to the user., 'the stimulus condition of each of the hot stimulus and cold stimulus including at least one of2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein:the hot-cold stimulus controller is configured to alternately apply the hot stimulus and cold stimulus to a selected part among the one or more parts of the ...

METHOD OF PREPARING CRYOGENIC AIR

A method of preparing cryogenic air for use in cryotherapy procedures, using liquid nitrogen and gaseous oxygen, characterized in that liquid nitrogen () is fed from a cryogenic nitrogen tank () via a cryogenic duct () to a reactor (), wherein simultaneously a gas () containing oxygen in a concentration from 20% to 100% is fed from an oxygen source () to the reactor (), through a gas duct (), then, in the reactor (), the liquid nitrogen () is evaporated using the gas () and both these components are mixed together, forming a cold breathable mixture (), cooled to a set temperature of minus 80° C. to minus 160° C., which is further fed through a cold duct () terminated with an outlet () to a cryochamber (). 112347546417891011. A method of preparing cryogenic air for use in cryotherapy procedures , using liquid nitrogen and gaseous oxygen , characterized in that liquid nitrogen () is fed from a cryogenic nitrogen tank () via a cryogenic duct () to a reactor () , wherein simultaneously a gas () containing oxygen in a concentration from 20% to 100% is fed from an oxygen source () to the reactor () , through a gas duct () , then , in the reactor () , the liquid nitrogen () is evaporated using the gas () and both these components are mixed together , forming a cold breathable mixture () , cooled to a set temperature of minus 80° C. to minus 160° C. , which is further fed through a cold duct () terminated with an outlet () to a cryochamber ().2411. The method of preparing cryogenic air according to characterized in that the reactor () is located directly in the cryochamber ().38912810141513. The method of preparing cryogenic air according to characterized in that the cold breathable mixture () is fed through the cold duct () to a feeder () claim 1 , wherein the cold breathable mixture () passes through outlets () onto the head () and shoulders () of a human located in a cryosauna ().411123. The method of preparing cryogenic air according to characterized in that the lower ...

Cooling System and Method For A Prosthetic Socket

A prosthetic socket cooling system and method includes a thermally conductive heat spreader including a curved shaped portion configured to maximize contact with a residual limb of a user. A heat extraction subsystem is coupled through a wall of the prosthetic socket and to the thermally conductive heat spreader and is configured to maintain a desired temperature inside the prosthetic socket. 1. A prosthetic socket cooling system comprising:a thermally conductive heat spreader including a curved shaped portion configured to maximize contact with a residual limb of a user, anda heat extraction subsystem coupled through a wall of the prosthetic socket and to the thermally conductive heat spreader configured to maintain a desired temperature inside the prosthetic socket.2. The system of in which the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem are positioned at a mid-location of the prosthetic socket.3. The system of in which the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem are positioned at an upper-location of the prosthetic socket.4. The system of in which the heat extraction subsystem includes a thermal electric cooler (TEC) having a predetermined shape and a flat surface having a predetermined surface area.5. The system of in which the heat extraction subsystem includes a heat sink coupled to the TEC and a fan positioned to urge air over the heat sink.6. The system of further including a thermally conductive adapter coupled between the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem.7. The system of in which the thermally conductive adapter includes a curved surface on one side configured to approximately match the curved shaped portion of the thermally conductive heat spreader and a predetermined shape and flat surface on the other side configured to approximately match the predetermined shape and the flat surface and predetermined surface area of the TEC.8. The system of claim of in which the ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FRACTIONAL RF TREATMENT OF THE SKIN

A system and method for treating the skin by heating at least one discrete skin volume, comprising at least one treatment tip reversibly connectable to at least one applicator. The treatment tip comprises one or more electrodes, with the electrodes having one or more spaced apart protruding conducting elements. The protruding conducting elements are characterized by dimensions of height A and hypotenuse B, where the ratio A/B is in a predetermined range, and the protruding conducting elements penetrate the skin surface at discrete locations. The electrodes are configured to apply energy to skin volumes around the discrete locations so as to heat the skin volumes. The applicator comprises an energy generator configured to apply energy to the skin volumes by means of the electrodes and the spaced apart protruding conducting elements. 1. A system for treating the skin by heating at least one discrete skin volume , comprising:a. at least one treatment tip comprising N electrodes, N being an integer greater than or equal to 1; at least one said electrode having at least one spaced apart protruding conducting element; at least one said protruding conducting element is characterized by dimensions of height A and hypotenuse B, at least one said protruding conducting element is configured to penetrate the skin surface at at least one discrete location; at least one said electrode is configured to apply energy to said at least one discrete skin volume so as to heat said at least one discrete skin volume; and,b. an applicator comprising at least one energy generator configured to apply said energy to said at least one skin volume by means of said at least one electrode and said at least one spaced apart protruding conducting element; and,c. at least one delivery indicator;wherein the ratio A/B is in a predetermined range; further wherein said at least one delivery indicator is configured to indicate that said energy is currently being delivered via said applicator.2. The ...

Device and method to treat eye conditions, eyelids conditions, or both

A device for treating eyes, eyelids or both, in the form of a handheld housing is disclosed herein. The device has a first chamber, a second chamber acting as a vapor reservoir, and hydrophilic material disposed within the first chamber. The hydrophilic material has a plurality of pores configured to allow the fluid to seep from the first chamber to the hydrophilic material. A heating element is positioned adjacent the hydrophilic material to convert the fluid to a vapor and continuously regulate a temperature of the vapor. A user interface is disposed on an outside of the housing and configured to control a variable circulator, which in turn controls the temperature of the vapor reaching the user. A method for treating eyes, eyelids, or both is also disclosed.

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR SLURRY GENERATION

The present invention involves the use of a small profile device for preparation and/or delivery of cold slurry into the human body. The cold slurry can be generated within the device itself or within a separate small chamber, both of which produce a cold slurry using a cooling source and an injectable fluid. The delivery device provides continued agitation to the fluid/slurry through rotation and/or vibration of blades within the device. The fluid/cold slurry is cooled/kept cool through the use of an external cooling device, such as a cooling sleeve, that at least partially surrounds the delivery device. The cooling sleeve can cool or maintain the temperature of the cold slurry through a number of mechanisms. The cold slurry can be delivered using a device in accordance with the present invention to any tissue inside the body, including subcutaneous fat, visceral fat, and brown fat. 1. An apparatus for production and/or delivery of a cold slurry , the apparatus comprising: a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis extending through the first and second ends;', 'an outer surface extending between the first and second ends along the longitudinal axis;', 'an interior lumen defined by an interior wall of the cylindrical member, the interior lumen configured to receive and hold a cold slurry;', 'a plunger at least partially disposed within the interior lumen and configured to move within the cylindrical member in the direction of the longitudinal axis, and the plunger comprising a head, a plunging member, and a rod extending between the head and the plunging member along the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical member;, 'a cylindrical member comprisingat least one needle extending from the second end of the cylindrical member; andan agitation device coupled to the plunger configured to agitate the cold slurry within the interior lumen of the cylindrical member.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the agitation device comprises at least one rotation blade ...

Systems and methods for providing zones of selective thermal therapy

The present disclosure describes for at least two zones of selective thermal therapy of the body. Three-port extracorporeal circuits are described that can be used to establish at least two zones of selective thermal therapy of the body. The example three-port extracorporeal circuit includes a branching section that provides for setting the temperature of blood injected into two different portions of the body at differing temperature levels, to provide at least two zones of selective thermal therapy.

INFLATABLE CONVECTIVE PAD FOR SURGERY

An inflatable convective pad for warming a person during surgery has two ends, two sides, and at least two openings, each located in an area of the pad between the two ends and between a respective side and the center of the pad. The openings, which may be in the form of slits, allow the threading of a sheet or the person's arms through the pad to restrain the arms during surgery. 122-. (canceled)23. A method of using an inflatable convective pad , comprising: first and second layers joined by a seal around a common periphery to form a pneumatic structure, at least the first layer being air permeable and including an air permeable surface, the second layer is opposite the first layer;', 'at least one inlet port opening into the pneumatic structure;', 'an elongate seal establishing a first elongate uninflatable area between the first and second layers within the common periphery;', 'a first slit located in the first elongate uninflatable area;, 'deploying the convective pad, the convective pad comprisingsupporting a person on the first layer of the convective pad;threading an arm of the person through the first slit of the convective pad; andinflating the convective pad with warmed pressurized air.241. The method of claim , further comprising convecting warmed air through the first layer of the convective pad.251. The method of claim , wherein the first elongate uninflatable area comprises a line of weakness therein and further comprising selectively opening the line of weakness to form the first slit through the inflatable convective pad.261. The method of claim , wherein the convective pad comprises a second elongate uninflatable area between the first and second layers within the common periphery.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein the convective pad comprises a second slit located in the second elongate uninflatable area.281. The method of claim claim 26 , further comprising claim 26 , positioning the convective pad claim 26 , wherein a portion of the second ...

METHOD OF PREPARING THE CRYOGENIC AIR USED FOR CRYOTHERAPY

A method of preparing cryogenic air for use in cryotherapy procedures, characterized in that liquid nitrogen () is fed from a cryogenic nitrogen tank () via a cryogenic duct () to at least one exchanger (), wherein at the same time a breathing mixture (), containing oxygen in a concentration of 17% to 100%, is fed, via an oxygen duct (), from a breathing mixture () source (), through the filter (), to at least one exchanger (), then in at least one exchanger (), by means of a heat exchange between the breathing mixture () and liquid nitrogen (), the breathing mixture () is cooled to the set temperature of minus 80° C. to minus 160° C., and then the cooled breathing mixture () is fed from at least one exchanger (), via an upper pipe (). 11234676584461664910111214131512. A method of preparing cryogenic air for use in cryotherapy procedures , characterized in that liquid nitrogen () is fed from a cryogenic nitrogen tank () via a cryogenic duct () to at least one exchanger () , wherein at the same time a breathing mixture () , containing oxygen in a concentration of 17% to 100% , is fed , via an oxygen duct () , from a breathing mixture () source () , through the filter () , to at least one exchanger () , then in at least one exchanger () , by means of a heat exchange between the breathing mixture () and liquid nitrogen () , the breathing mixture () is cooled to the set temperature of minus 80° C. to minus 160° C. , and then the cooled breathing mixture () is fed from at least one exchanger () , via an upper pipe () , and applied onto a head () and shoulder girdle () of a human located in a cryochamber () , while at the same time liquid/gaseous nitrogen () is fed , via the lower duct () , to a non-breathable part () of the cryochamber ().2412. The method of preparing cryogenic air according to claim 1 , characterized in that at least one exchanger () is located in the cryochamber ().31231666581616674. The method of preparing cryogenic air according to claim 1 , ...

Cooling System and Method For A Prosthetic Socket

A prosthetic socket cooling system and method includes a thermally conductive heat spreader including a curved shaped portion configured to maximize contact with a residual limb of a user. A heat extraction subsystem is coupled through a wall of the prosthetic socket and to the thermally conductive heat spreader and is configured to maintain a desired temperature inside the prosthetic socket. 1. A prosthetic socket cooling system comprising:a thermally conductive heat spreader, the entire thermally conductive heat spreader adapted to be placed away from a distal end of a residual limb of a human subject and made of a single layer solid sheet of a thermally conductive material including a curved shaped portion configured to maximize contact with the outer circumference of the residual limb of a user; anda heat extraction subsystem coupled through a wall of the prosthetic socket and to the thermally conductive heat spreader configured to maintain a desired temperature inside the prosthetic socket.2. The system of in which the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem are positioned at a mid-location of the prosthetic socket.3. The system of in which the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem are positioned at an upper-location of the prosthetic socket.4. The system of in which the heat extraction subsystem includes a thermal electric cooler (TEC) having a predetermined shape and a flat surface having a predetermined surface area.5. The system of in which the heat extraction subsystem includes a heat sink coupled to the TEC and a fan positioned to urge air over the heat sink.6. The system of further including a thermally conductive adapter coupled between the thermally conductive heat spreader and the heat extraction subsystem.7. The system of in which the thermally conductive adapter includes a curved surface on one side configured to approximately match the curved shaped portion of the thermally conductive heat ...

HYPOTHERMAL INHALATION GAS COMPOSITION

The present invention relates to an inhalation gas composition including oxygen and a mixture of inert gases, characterized in that said mixture of inert gases comprises a first compound selected from xenon and argon having hyperthermal properties, and a second compound having hypothermal properties, said mixture of inert gases comprising proportions of the first compound and of the second compound such that said mixture of inert gases is hypothermal. 1. An inhalation gas composition comprising oxygen and a mixture of inert gases , characterized in that said mixture of inert gases includes:a first compound having hyperthermal properties, selected from xenon and argon, anda second compound having hypothermal properties,said mixture of inert gases comprising proportions of the first compound and of the second compound such that the said mixture of inert gases is hypothermal.2. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that the second compound has organoprotective properties.3. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that the second compound is helium.4. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes at most 50% oxygen.5. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes 21 to 30% oxygen.6. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes 21 to 25% oxygen.7. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes at most 50% xenon.8. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes at least 13% helium.9. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes 21% to 30% oxygen claim 1 , 26% to 77% helium claim 1 , and 2% to 50% xenon.10. The gas composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that said composition includes 21% to 25% oxygen claim 1 , 43% to 48% helium claim 1 , and 30% to 35% ...

Dynamic Support Apparatus

A dynamic support apparatus. The dynamic support apparatus includes a cushion, at least one actuator wherein the at least one actuator defines an interior volume and wherein the interior volume may be configured to be at least partially filled with a fluid, and a support disposed in the interior volume wherein the support configured to support an occupant when the interior volume is not filled with the fluid such that the support is sufficient to support the occupant. 1. A dynamic support apparatus comprising:a cushion;at least one actuator wherein the at least one actuator defines an interior volume and wherein the interior volume may be configured to be at least partially filled with a fluid; anda support disposed in the interior volume wherein the support configured to support an occupant when the interior volume is not filled with fluid sufficient to support the occupant.2. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the support is a foam support3. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the support includes a plurality of foam strata.4. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of strata comprising foam with a different indentation force deflection value.5. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of strata configured wherein they have progressively increasing indentation force deflection values.6. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one actuator comprising a clamshell.7. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprising a first face and an opposing bottom second face connected by a plurality of sides and the actuator includes a seam on at least one of the plurality of sides.8. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the seam is located substantially at a midpoint between the first face and the second face.9. The dynamic support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one actuator is constructed of polyurethane.10. The ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATING NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS

Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media for treating medical conditions such as neurological disorders. A user device can be used to communicate with a user and can be used to control a treatment device. The treatment device can be an ear pressure treatment device. The system can execute treatment parameter profiles, and selection of the treatment parameter profiles can depend, at least in part, on feedback provided by the user, such as via the user device. One, two, or more nerves associated with target anatomical locations (e.g., one or both ears) can be stimulated. Some embodiments involve combination therapy including stimulating one or more nerves associated with at least one ear with a first stimulus modality, and a second stimulus modality that is the same as, or different from the first stimulus modality. 1an earpiece;a pressure generator coupled to the earpiece and configured to apply pressure through the earpiece to move the tympanic membrane of the ear;computer-readable memory storing a plurality of pressure treatment parameter profiles;a user interface configured to output information to a user and to receive input information from the user; andat least one computer hardware processor; receive first pain information via the user interface;', 'operate the pressure generator to administer pressure treatment to the ear according to a first pressure treatment parameter profile for a first treatment phase;', 'receive second pain information via the user interface after the first treatment phase;', 'select a pressure treatment parameter profile for a second treatment phase based at least in part on the second pain information; and', 'operate the pressure generator to administer pressure treatment to the ear according to the selected pressure treatment parameter profile for the second treatment phase., 'wherein the computer-readable memory stores instructions that are executable by the at least one computer ...

Method and Apparatus for Controlling the Inner Temperature of a Patient

The invention relates to a method and apparatus for controlling the inner temperature of a patient, comprising the steps of creating a fluid circuit that comprises a patient and a heat exchanger, the power supply thereto being controlled by a controller; subjecting at least a portion of the fluid in said circuit to the heat exchanger; directing the subjected fluid to and into the patient to control the temperature of the patient; estimating the organ temperature of the patient by a model that has been obtained on a mammal other than the patient; and controlling the power supply to the heat exchanger such that the estimated organ temperature does not exceed a threshold organ temperature, potentially taking into account estimated future organ temperatures. The invention further relates to a method and apparatus for controlling the inner temperature of a patient when subject to whole body hyperthermia, and to a method for obtaining the model.

INFLATABLE CONVECTIVE PAD FOR SURGERY

An inflatable convective pad for warming a person during surgery has two ends, two sides, and at least two openings, each located in an area of the pad between the two ends and between a respective side and the center of the pad. The openings, which may be in the form of slits, allow the threading of a sheet or the person's arms through the pad to restrain the arms during surgery. 1. An inflatable convective pad , comprising:first and second layers joined by a seal around a common periphery to form a pneumatic structure, the first layer being air permeable and including an air permeable surface, the pad has a head end, a foot end, a side, and a central axis;at least one inlet port opening into the pneumatic structure; anda head inactive area near the head end of the inflatable convective pad;spaced-apart seals within the common periphery each positioned between the central axis and the side, and an arm slit in each of the spaced-apart seals that is generally parallel to the side and the central axis,wherein the spaced-apart seals are continuously closed,wherein each of the spaced-apart seals establishes an elongate uninflatable area,wherein each arm slit has a length at least 3 times the length of the head inactive area.2. The inflatable convective pad of claim 1 , wherein each arm slit includes an elongate line of weakness.3. The inflatable convective pad of claim 2 , wherein the elongate line of weakness is selectively opened to define an opening through the inflatable convective pad.4. The inflatable convective pad of claim 3 , further comprising an inactive area near a first end of the pad.5. The inflatable convective pad of claim 4 , wherein the spaced-apart seals are generally parallel.6. The inflatable convective pad of claim 1 , further comprising one or more retaining flaps on the first or the second layer.7. An inflatable convective pad for warming a person claim 1 , comprising:first and second layers joined by a seal around a common periphery to form a ...

Far Infrared Hot Air Type Therapeutic Apparatus with Multiple Functions

A therapeutic apparatus includes a housing (), a circuit module () mounted in the housing, an electric heating element () mounted in the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module, an air delivery and regulating unit () mounted in the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module, and a control unit () mounted on the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module, the housing and the air delivery and regulating unit. Thus, the therapeutic apparatus has a sterilization effect and has the effect of blood circulation and cell activation. 1. A therapeutic apparatus comprising:a housing;a circuit module mounted in the housing;an electric heating element mounted in the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module;an air delivery and regulating unit mounted in the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module; anda control unit mounted on the housing and electrically connected with the circuit module, the housing and the air delivery and regulating unit;wherein:the housing has a top provided with an air channel which has an air outlet and a bottom provided with an air chamber;the housing is provided with a plurality of air inlets each connected to the air chamber;the circuit module includes a temperature detection and regulation circuit and a rectifying circuit;the electric heating element is disposed between the air delivery and regulating unit and the air outlet of the housing and includes an ceramic portion with electrothermal and far infrared features;the ceramic portion of the electric heating element is provided with a plurality of through holes;the air delivery and regulating unit aligns with the air inlets of the housing;the control unit extends outward from the housing and is electrically connected with an external power supply;the control unit includes a plurality of operation interfaces;when the control unit s started to control functions of the operation interfaces, the electric heating element ...

PORTABLE COOLING DEVICE FOR HUMANS AND/OR ANIMALS

The invention relates to a portable cooling device for humans and/or animals, in particular a vest, a jacket, a cape, a coat or a blanket, characterized in that the portable cooling device () comprises at least two water atomizers, which are connected thereto, together with the reservoirs () and at least two fans (), in that the portable cooling device () has a fixing device so that, when in use, a free ventilation and cooling region () is formed between the portable cooling device () and the surface to be cooled () of the human and/or animal, and in that the fans () and the water atomizers together with the reservoirs () for ventilating and cooling said ventilation and cooling region () are arranged next to one another. 11. A portable cooling device in the form of a backpack-like receptacle () for humans or vest or blanket for animals ,{'b': 10', '2', '2', '5', '2', '1', '6, 'wherein the portable cooling device () has at least two water atomizers together with reservoir (., ), and at least two fans (., ),'}{'b': 11', '12', '10', '13', '14, 'wherein, in use, a ventilation and cooling region (, ) is formed between the portable cooling device () and the surface (, ) of the human or animal to be cooled and'}{'b': 2', '1', '6', '2', '2', '5', '11', '12, 'wherein the fan (., ) and the water atomizer together with reservoir (., ) are, in particular, arranged adjacent to one another for ventilating and cooling this ventilation and cooling region (, ).'}2. The portable cooling device according to claim 1 ,{'b': '10', 'wherein the portable cooling device () worn on the back has a structured surface so that the ventilation and cooling region is formed between the receptacle and the back of the body.'}3. The portable cooling device according to claim 1 ,wherein the receptacle surface facing the back is structured in such a way that optimized conditions are ensured for heat exchange and for ventilation between the receptacle and the back of the body during the use.4. The ...

MODIFYING HUMIDITY TO GLABROUS TISSUE FOR THE TREATMENT OF MIGRAINE AND OTHER CONDITIONS

Systems and methods for improving or preventing a condition, such as the treatment of pain syndromes and migraine headaches are disclosed. A method for treating pain can include one or more of the steps including identifying a region of the patient comprising glabrous tissue; positioning the region of the patient comprising glabrous tissue into an enclosed chamber; adjusting the relative humidity of the enclosed chamber sufficient to create a physiologic effect. The method need not involve altering the temperature within the enclosed chamber. 1. A system for stimulating glabrous tissue of a patient , comprising:a housing surrounding an enclosed chamber;a humidifer configured to supply humidified air to the chamber sufficient to minimize heat loss from the glabrous tissue, the humidifed air having a relative humidity of between about 90% and about 99%; anda patient port operably connected to the chamber and configured to house a region of the skin surface of a patient comprising the glabrous tissue, the patient port being configured to reversibly create an air-tight seal upon isolation of the region of the skin surface with respect to an interior of the chamber.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the humidifier is operably connected to the enclosed chamber via a conduit.3. The system of claim 2 , configured to have a first state in which the humidifier delivers humidified air via the conduit to the interior of the chamber; and a second state in which the conduit is disconnected from the chamber and humidified air remains sealed within the interior of the chamber.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system does not comprise a heating or cooling element to alter the temperature of the interior of the chamber.8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system is at least partially in the shape of a shoe configured to be worn by the subject to treat plantar glabrous ...

Automated therapy system and method

An automated therapy system having an infusion catheter; a sensor adapted to sense a patient parameter; and a controller communicating with the sensor and programmed to control flow output from the infusion catheter into a patient based on the patient parameter without removing fluid from the patient. The invention also includes a method of controlling infusion of a fluid to a patient. The method includes the following steps: monitoring a patient parameter with a sensor to generate a sensor signal; providing the sensor signal to a controller; and adjusting fluid flow to the patient based on the sensor signal without removing fluid from the patient. 1. A method of inducing and reversing therapeutic hypothermia in a patient , the method comprising:infusing a therapeutic agent through a catheter into a peritoneal cavity of the patient;monitoring an effect of the therapeutic agent on the patient with a sensor which generates a sensor signal;providing the sensor signal to a controller; andadjusting infusion of the therapeutic agent from the catheter to the peritoneal cavity with the controller based on the sensor signal to induce or reverse therapeutic hypothermia in the patient without removing the therapeutic agent from the patient;where access to the peritoneal cavity is sensed via an access sensor to aid insertion into the peritoneal cavity.2. The method of wherein the therapeutic agent is infused into the patient with a peritoneal catheter.3. The method of wherein the infusing step comprises a peritoneal lavage.4. The method of wherein the adjusting step is performed after the infusing step.5. The method of wherein the therapeutic agent comprises a chilled fluid.6. The method of wherein the sensor is positioned in the catheter.7. The method of wherein the sensor is separate from the catheter.8. A system configured to induce and reverse therapeutic hypothermia or hyperthermia in a patient claim 1 , the system comprising:a fluid source having a therapeutic agent;a ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RAPIDLY COOLING OR HEATING THE BODY TEMPERATURE OF A PATIENT

An extracorporeal blood cooling or heating circuit includes an intravenous catheter for withdrawing a patients blood coupled to a combined pump/heat exchanger device. One or more sensors are provided upstream and/or downstream of the pump/heat exchanger device for measuring pressure, temperature, fluid flow, blood oxygenation, and other parameters. A controller is operatively coupled to the pump/heat exchanger device and the one or more sensors to control the speed of the pump inside the pump/heat exchanger device and regulate the blood temperature by controlling the operation of the heat exchanger. The combined pump/heat exchanger device includes a housing having at least one inlet and at least one outlet, a pump portion defining a blood circuit inside the housing, and a heat exchanger portion contained within the housing for selectively heating or cooling the blood. 1. An apparatus for rapidly cooling or heating the body temperature of a patient , the apparatus comprising:a housing having at least one inlet and at least one outlet;a pump portion contained within the housing for extracting blood from and infusing blood to a patient's body, the pump portion defining a blood circuit inside the housing being fluidly connected; anda heat exchanger portion contained within the housing for selectively heating or cooling the blood.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger portion is fluidly connected with at least one fluid inlet to receive a heat exchange fluid and at least one fluid outlet to expel the heat exchange fluid claim 1 , the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet defining a fluid circuit therebetween.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger portion includes a Peltier device having one or more thermoelectric modules in thermal contact with a blood conduit.4. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein a first inlet is a blood inlet to receive the blood into the housing and a first outlet is a blood outlet for ...

NEGATIVE PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEM WITH HEATING AND COOLING PROVISION

A method, and apparatus for the controlled acceleration, and/or retardation of the body's inflammatory response generally comprises a foam pad for insertion substantially into a wound site, a heating, a cooling pad for application over the wound site, a wound drape or sealing enclosure of the foam pad, the heating, and cooling pad at wound site. The foam pad is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source for promotion of the controlled acceleration or retardation of the body's inflammatory response. The heating, and cooling provision controls the local metabolic function as part of the inflammatory response. 1. An apparatus for controlling blood flow through damaged tissue , comprising:a porous pad configured to be placed proximate the damage tissue and adapted to be fluidly coupled to a source of negative pressure for providing a vacuum proximate the damaged tissue;a drape covering the porous pad and adapted to form an enclosure for sealing the porous pad to maintain a vacuum proximate the damaged tissue; anda thermal control element configured to be placed proximate the damaged tissue, the thermal control element having a pair of flexible sheets connected to form at least one fluid channel between the sheets to receive a thermally conductive fluid, the thermal control element further including at least one aperture extending through the pair of sheets.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one fluid channel receives the thermally conductive fluid at a temperature greater than the temperature proximate the damaged tissue.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the thermally conductive fluid is water.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one fluid channel receives the thermally conductive fluid at a temperature less than the temperature proximate the damaged tissue.5. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the thermally conductive fluid is water.6. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

PORTABLE BODY WARMING DEVICE

A portable body warming device comprised of a housing (), a powered blower (), a combustion chamber (), an activator (), a heat exchanger () within the housing, a portable hydrocarbon gas fuel source () and a battery for powering the blower and activator. The activator initiates combustion of fuel gas in the combustion chamber, and an exhaust vent port discharges combustion byproducts from the housing to serve as the portable warmer. 1. A portable body warmer to counteract hypothermia , comprising:a housing having an air inlet port for receiving ambient air, a warmed air discharge port in fluid communication with the inlet port for discharging therapeutic warmed air, and a exhaust vent port;a powered blower for moving air through the housing along a substantially closed airflow path from the air inlet port to the discharge port;a combustion chamber within the housing, the combustion chamber housing a catalyst and being in fluid communication with the exhaust vent port for discharging combustion byproducts from the housing;an activator for initiating combustion of a gaseous fuel in the combustion chamber;a heat exchanger within the housing for transferring heat from the combustion chamber to the closed therapeutic airflow path extending between the air inlet port to the discharge port;a portable hydrocarbon gas fuel source in fluid communication with the combustion chamber; anda battery for powering the blower and the activator.2. The portable body warmer as defined in claim 1 , further comprising:a temperature sensor for sensing the temperature of air discharged from the discharge port; anda controller for regulating the gas flow to the combustion chamber if the sensed temperature exceeds or falls below a selected value.3. The portable body warmer as defined in claim 2 , further comprising:a proportional valve responsive to the controller for controlling fuel flow to the combustion chamber.4. The portable body warmer as defined in claim 1 , further comprising:a ...

BODY TEMPERATURE REGULATION

A body temperature regulation device includes a wearable article, an enclosure on the article and defining an air path through the body temperature regulation device, a heat exchange system within the enclosure and extending through the article to expose a surface of the heat exchange system at an inner surface of the article, and a blower attached to the article and positioned to direct an air flow through the heat exchange system. The article may be worn on a human limb with the surface of the heat exchanger contacting a wearer at a body location where blood flows close to skin. Heat flows through the heat exchanger between the wearer and air flow to heat or cool the blood flows and to regulate the body temperature of the wearer. 1. A body temperature regulation device comprising:a wearable article;a heat conductor extending through the wearable article; anda heat source/sink coupled to direct heat flow through the heat conductor.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the wearable article claim 1 , when worn claim 1 , positions the heat conductor adjacent to blood vessels to regulate a local temperature of circulating blood claim 1 , the body temperature regulation device using the blood as heat exchange liquid to regulate core body temperature.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the heat source/sink comprises a thermoelectric module having a bottom face on the heat conductor claim 1 , the thermoelectric module driving the heat flow through the heat conductor to a wearer of the wearable article in response to application of an electrical current through the thermoelectric module in a first direction claim 1 , the thermoelectric module driving the heat flow through the heat conductor away from the wearer of the wearable article in response to application of an electrical current through the thermoelectric module in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising:a heat exchanger on a top face of the heat conductor ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR NON-INVASIVE ANATOMICAL AND SYSTEMIC COOLING AND NEUROPROTECTION

The present invention provides a method and device for non-invasive anatomical and systemic cooling, fluid removal and/or energy removal. The method and device provide for removal of fluid and cooling of various bodily fluid-containing spaces or surfaces, such as mucus-containing spaces or surfaces via delivery of a dry fluid not including a coolant into or upon the mucus-containing space or surface. Exposure of such mucus to the dry fluid results in evaporation of body fluid, removal of energy, cooling of the anatomical feature, and systemic cooling. In this fashion, therapeutic hypothermia may be achieved to provide for neuroprotection of various organs after ischemic insult, such the brain after cardiac arrest. Similarly, excess fluid removal may be achieved for treatment of cardiogenic shock or other conditions that cause significant fluid build-up, especially in cases of compromised renal function. Additionally, the invention may be used to reduce fever, and other conditions where removal of heat, energy and/or water are beneficial. 122.-. (canceled)22. A device for inducing evaporation of a fluid from a bodily fluid-containing space in a mammal , the device comprising:a housing defining an airflow path therein; said housing containing a fan configured to draw ambient air into the airflow path of said housing and a dehumidifier to dehumidify said ambient air drawn into said housing; said housing also containing an airflow delivery port in communication with an external surface of said housing at an air outlet side of said airflow path; said device further comprising a conduit comprising: a proximal end, a distal end, a first lumen extending between the proximal and distal ends, and one or more dehumidified air delivery ports at the distal end in fluid communication with the first lumen, said proximal end of said conduit configured to connect to said airflow delivery port of said housing; andwherein the device is configured such that ambient air is drawn into ...

FORCED AIR TEMPERATURE REGULATING PAD WITH TRIPLE-LAYER TECHNOLOGY

A temperature regulating pad has an air-permeable top layer, a perforated middle layer, and a bottom layer. The perforated middle layer is located between the top layer and the bottom layer. The top layer and the perforated middle layer delimit an upper airspace and the perforated middle layer and the bottom layer delimit a lower airspace. Forced air is received into the lower airspace and flows from the lower airspace into the upper airspace through the perforated middle layer, exiting the air-permeable top layer into an external airspace above the top layer. The pad may be placed on an underlying support surface on which a patient rests. 1. A temperature regulating pad , comprising:an air-permeable top layer, a perforated middle layer, and a bottom layer, said perforated middle layer disposed between said top layer and said bottom layer;said top layer and said perforated middle layer delimiting an upper airspace and said perforated middle layer and said bottom layer delimiting a lower airspace;wherein forced air is received into said lower airspace and flows from said lower airspace into said upper airspace through said perforated middle layer, exiting said air-permeable top layer into an external airspace about said top layer;wherein said perforated middle layer comprises a perforated center section reinforced by an impermeable border, wherein said impermeable border comprises a substantial portion of surface area of said middle layer, said impermeable border configured to prevent air from getting trapped at terminal sides of said pad; andan oversheet at least partially surrounding said external airspace, said oversheet including an adhesive border configured to secure said oversheet to the sides or bottom of an underlying support surface on which said pad is disposed.2. The temperature regulating pad of claim 1 , wherein said air exiting said air-permeable top layer into said external airspace is less turbulent than said air flowing from said lower airspace to ...

INDIRECTLY COOLED CRYOTHERAPY APPARATUS AND METHOD

A cryotherapy apparatus including a heat exchanger, a cryotherapy chamber, cryogenic nitrogen supply and exhaust conduits to and from the heat exchanger, an air return conduit to flow warmed air from the cryotherapy chamber to the heat exchanger, an air supply conduit to flow chilled air from the heat exchanger to the cryotherapy chamber, a variable speed fan to cause flow of air through a loop including the air supply and return conduits, the heat exchanger, and the cryotherapy chamber, and a controller programmed to control the flow rate of air by regulating the speed of the variable speed fan according to a treatment protocol; and a method of delivering cryotherapy according to a customized treatment protocol taking into account one or more of: a patient's treatment goals, a customization factor, a personalization factor, and an adaptation factor. 1. A cryotherapy apparatus comprising:a heat exchanger mounted in an exchanger enclosure;a cryotherapy chamber configured to receive at least a portion of a body of a patient designated to receive cryotherapy;a nitrogen supply conduit configured to supply cryogenic nitrogen to the heat exchanger;a nitrogen exhaust conduit configured to exhaust nitrogen from the heat exchanger;an air return conduit configured to flow warmed return air from the cryotherapy chamber to the heat exchanger enclosure;an air supply conduit configured to flow chilled air from the heat exchanger enclosure to the cryotherapy chamber;a variable speed fan configured to cause a flow rate of chilled air through a loop including the air return conduit, the heat exchanger, the air supply conduit, and the cryotherapy chamber; anda controller programmed to control the flow rate of chilled air to the cryotherapy chamber by regulating the speed of the variable speed fan according to a treatment protocol.2. The cryotherapy apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the fan is a reversible fan configured to enable a flow rate of chilled air through the loop in either ...

NON-INVASIVE, SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR SELECTIVE BRAIN COOLING

Methods, systems, and devices are disclosed for providing selective and non-selective cooling and warming of a patient. Multiple embodiments of devices are disclosed for performing rapid induction and maintenance of therapeutic hypothermia either in a hospital setting or in the field so that hypothermic treatment can be quickly instituted before significant tissue damage occurs. Methods are also disclosed for targeting brain cooling by irrigating the upper airway, aerodigestive tract, and/or more generalized cooling by irrigating the esophagus and/or stomach. 1. An apparatus for selective and non-invasive cooling of the brain comprising:at least one nasal catheter sized to be introduced through the nostrils of a patient;at least one multi-lumen esophageal catheter sized to be inserted into the esophagus of the patient, the esophageal catheter having a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end configured to extend past the aortic arch of the patient when the esophageal catheter is disposed in a patient, the esophageal catheter comprising a first lumen, a second lumen, and a third lumen, the first lumen of the esophageal catheter extending from the proximal end to the distal end to provide access to the stomach when the esophageal catheter is disposed in the esophagus of a patient, the second lumen of the esophageal catheter extending from the proximal end and terminating inside a first esophageal inflatable member near the distal end of the esophageal catheter, and the third lumen of the esophageal catheter extending from the proximal end to a port located proximal to the first esophageal inflatable member;at least one multi-lumen tracheal catheter sized to be inserted into the trachea of the patient, the tracheal catheter comprising a first lumen and a second lumen, the first lumen of the tracheal catheter extending from a proximal end to a distal end of the catheter to provide access to the lungs to allow the passage of air into and out of the lungs when the ...