Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
607109000 | Head, face, or neck | 75 |
20090036960 | Icey Wrap - ICEY WRAP can be used primarily during many outdoor activities in hot climates to help keep cool. Ice is used as the primary cooling medium. As ice melts in the internal compartment, water is absorbed by polymer crystals in the lower chamber of the wrap, is needed to continue keeping the wrap cool. Ice is more accessible, quicker to use and can be transported in any size ice chest during outside activities. Ice is also readily available at convenience stores, fast food restaurants and other establishments where outdoor activities take place. Adding ice to the ICEY WRAP is more sanitary than putting an entire traditional neck cool into an ice chest or water container that may have other items inside. Current forms of neck ties need to be periodically soaked in cold water for 10-20 minutes or placed in a refrigerator for up to 10 to 20 minutes to keep them cold. Most outdoor activities do not allow for quick access to a refrigerator and the longer delay of cooling can hinder one's activity. | 02-05-2009 |
20090054958 | Method and apparatus of noninvasive, regional brain thermal stimuli for the treatment of neurological disorders - A method and device for treating neurological disorders involving the application of noninvasive, regional brain thermal stimulation to a region of a patient's head associated with a subject neurological disorder. The brain thermal stimulation method and device alters the brain function in the region of the brain underlying the region of the patient's head to which the brain cooling is applied. The method can also include the steps of adjusting the temperature and timing of the thermal stimulation process to optimize the impact on the subject disorder. The brain thermal stimulation device is comprised of a localized means for cooling or warming a desired region of a patient's brain. | 02-26-2009 |
20090076574 | Method and thermally active multi-phase heat transfer apparatus and method for abstracting heat from individual's wrist - Cold pack apparatus for abstracting heat comprises a container charged with a first liquid and with small auxiliary containers free to circulate in the first liquid. Each of the small auxiliary containers is charged with a second liquid. The first and second liquids each have a selected temperature of transformation that facilitates use of the apparatus to heat or cool a substance contacted by the apparatus. The cold pack apparatus reduces pain at a joint or at a diseased area in the epithelium by producing spaced apart points of cold at the joint or diseased area for an extended period of time of one hours or more. | 03-19-2009 |
20090112299 | Direct heating facemask - The purpose of this invention is to provide a facemask designed to apply and maintain direct, constant heat in an evenly distributed fashion at a constant temperature of up to about 46° C. to the nasal cavity and surrounding sinuses, thereby creating a thermal environment within the nasal cavity and surrounding area that impedes HRV as well as other heat-labile microorganism replication in order to retard the progression and severity of the common cold and accelerate recovery therefrom. The facemask may include a flexible heating element attached to the inside of the facemask, also an inner lining of foam may be laid over the top of the flexible heating element for added support and insulation. The facemask is secured to the face, e.g. by an elastic strap that wraps around the head and is secured on both ends of the facemask. The heating element is powered by an external power source, e.g. a 9-volt battery, which is attached externally on the elastic strap to avoid interference with the user, and may include electromagnetic shielding to minimize any chance of possible exposure to radiofrequency emissions. | 04-30-2009 |
20090157152 | COSMETIC METHOD FOR IMPROVING SKIN CONDITION OF FACE AND NECK, AND APPARATUS THEREOF - It is an object of the invention to develop a method and an apparatus for improving a skin condition by improving the condition of the subcutaneous fat tissue that induces abnormal secretion of adipocytokines by the subcutaneous fat cells. The present invention provides a method for improving skin condition of the face and/or neck. The method for improving skin condition of the present invention comprises a step for applying 60 to 90 minutes of thermal stimulation at 41 to 43° C. to the subcutaneous fat of the face and/or neck. The present invention also provides an apparatus for improving the skin condition of the face and/or neck. The apparatus for improving skin condition of the present invention comprises a heater and applies 60 to 90 minutes of thermal stimulation at 41 to 43° C. to the subcutaneous fat of the face and/or neck. | 06-18-2009 |
20090198311 | COOLING BLANKET - The invention provides a cooling blanket useful for lowering the body temperature of a mammal, such as a human. The cooling blanket may be particularly useful when used in connection with a deleterious cardiac event, such as myocardial infarction. The cooling blanket is activated when reagents, such as ammonium nitrate, urea, and/or water, are placed in contact with one another; thereby producing an endothermic reaction. | 08-06-2009 |
20090287282 | Thermal bodily compress kits and methods of using same - A thermally adjustable compress assembly, kit, device and methods of using the same. A compress assembly includes a thermally adjustable gel pack and a plurality of moistened, disposable sheets that are removable from the outer surface of the gel pack. The sheets can be fabricated from a non-woven fabric material, a foam material or a film material. A compress assembly can further include an external frame attachable to the gel pack and one or more sheets of the plurality of sheets. | 11-19-2009 |
20090287283 | Thermal compress assembly and system with external frame - A thermally adjustable compress assembly, kit, device and methods of using the same. A compress assembly includes a thermally adjustable gel pack and an external frame positionable against the outwardly facing surface of the gel pack. The external frame can be passively positionable against the gel pack to apply backward pressure against the gel pack during use or can be actively attached to the gel pack to provide additional support to at least a portion of the gravitational weight of the gel pack during use. | 11-19-2009 |
20090312824 | Method and Apparatus for Influencing the Temperature of an Area of the Body - An exemplary embodiment of the invention comprises a device and method for altering the temperature of an area of an individual's body. This alteration may be accomplished by cooling or heating the skin proximate the area of the body, including but not limited to the area proximate the carotid artery, by utilizing the embodiments of the invention disclosed and alluded to herein. An embodiment of the invention generally comprises a container, a container cap connectable thereto, at least one inlet tube, at least one outlet tube, and a temperature-altering element contained in an operable configuration in relation to the container. An exemplary method of use includes the steps of operably coupling a temperature-altering element with a container; introducing fluid into the interior space of the container; altering the temperature of the fluid; and expelling the altered fluid toward a body surface. | 12-17-2009 |
20100010598 | HEAT AND STEAM GENERATOR FOR EYE APPLICATION - A heat and steam generator for eye application includes a heat and steam generating member making use of oxidative reaction of an oxidizable metal and is adapted to supply steam to eyes and surroundings. The heat and steam generator is adapted to release steam from its side brought into contact with eyes and surroundings for a period of 1 to 30 minutes to maintain the skin surface temperature to which it is applied at 34° C. to 43° C. over a period of 1 to 120 minutes. The heat and steam generator has a stiffness of 0.01 to 10 N/7 cm-width. The heat and steam generator is effective in improving near triad causing reduction in vision. | 01-14-2010 |
20100076532 | Face warming breath deflecting apparatus - A thermally active breath deflecting apparatus having a flexible base of sufficient width to extend at least to and between the corner portions of the eyes and of sufficient length to extend at least from immediately below the eyes to at least beyond the tip of the nose such that breath from the mouth and nose is prevented from traveling upwardly over the eyes. The apparatus includes a thermal pack that can warm or cool the face. The thermal pack is preferably a heat pack. | 03-25-2010 |
20100185267 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING MENOPAUSAL HOT FLASHES - A device and method for non-invasive treatment of menopausal hot flashes includes a housing with an anatomically configured bottom wall. A Peltier effect device and heat sink are in thermal contact with a cold plate that extends from the bottom wall. As the cold plate is moved back and forth across the skin it stimulates cold thermoreceptors which signal the hypothalamus and counteract the false trigger which caused the hot flash. The cold plate, which is cooled to a temperature of around 10 degrees Celsius, is left in contact with a region of skin for no more than 10-15 seconds so that the thermoreceptors do not become saturated. The device shuts off after 1 minute. | 07-22-2010 |
20100191314 | Temperature controlled facial mask with area-specific treatments - A temperature controlled cosmetic treatment facial mask with area-specific treatments of the present invention includes a substantially planar mask body which is formed with cut-outs for a person's eyes, nose, and mouth. The mask may include a number of large and small area treatment zones in combination with asymmetrical treatment zones suitable for treatment of specific and localized skin conditions. The treatments zones are coated with skin treatments, such as compounds, lotions, gels, and the like as are known in the facial treatment, cosmetics, spa and medical industry. The mask may include a self-heating or cooling substrate to provide temperature control to the face mask and each mask may include heating areas, cooling areas, or both. A system is also provided that includes an imaging device that feeds its output to a central computer system having an image analyzer, CPU, memory and Look Up Table, and face map for determining specific treatment requirements for the particular patient. An output from the central computer system is provided to a treatment deposition device which deposits various treatments onto an intermediate membrane layer to generate a custom temperature controlled facial mask with area-specific treatments for that particular patient. | 07-29-2010 |
20100198323 | NECK APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - In one aspect, the present invention provides a neck cooling or heating apparatus comprising a primary band comprising a first end, a second end and a neck cooling or neck heating region positioned between the first end and the second end, the neck cooling or the neck heating region having coupled thereto a tissue cooling or a tissue heating material. | 08-05-2010 |
20100305669 | Neck Pad - [Problems] A neck pad capable of enhancing fitting feeling to the neck and effectively warming or cooling the neck and its vicinity. | 12-02-2010 |
20100312317 | HOT/COLD TEMPERATURE TREATMENT APPARATUS - Packs for providing heat or cold to a body part or parts. In some embodiments, packs comprising an outer flexible shell or skin housing or carrying a plurality of beads mixed in combination with a liquid or gel. In some embodiments, packs, which can be (or are) configured into various shapes, which contain beads in combination with a liquid or gel solution, which can be heated or cooled for application, thereafter, to a body part for providing hot or cold therapy to the body part. | 12-09-2010 |
20110125238 | METHODS, DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING INSOMNIA BY INDUCING FRONTAL CEREBRAL HYPOTHERMIA - Method, systems and devices for treating insomnia by non-invasive hypothermic treatment are described. In general, these devices, systems and method enable cooling of the frontal cortex prior to and/or during sleep to enhance sleep, which may be particularly beneficial to treat insomnia. | 05-26-2011 |
20110178585 | THERMAL COMPRESS SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - An eye compress kit includes a thermally adjustable gel pack, a strap and at least one moistened, disposable fibrous non-woven fabric sheet. The thermally adjustable gel pack is configured to be applied against an eye region of a user's body. The gel pack includes a casing that defines a chamber holding a thermally activatable gelatinous substance. The strap is configured to secure the gel pack against the user's eye region and to exert compressive forces to the gel pack. The at least one moistened, disposable fibrous non-woven fabric sheet is adapted to be positioned between the gel pack and the user's eye region wherein the fabric sheet is removable from the outer surface of the gel pack. | 07-21-2011 |
20110208279 | Method and therapeutic apparatus for normalizing function of sinus cilia using heat - The invention relates to a non-surgical and non-invasive drug-free therapeutic apparatus and method of using thermal energy-in-transfer to normalize poor sinus cilia function that can cause upper respiratory tract problems. The nasal and sinus cavity membranes have thousands of very small hair-like organelles called cilia. They are capable of rhythmic beating like oars, and they keep the sinus cavities clear of debris, pollutants and excessive drainage. This Mucociliary Clearance System performs best at a temperature slightly above the human body's normothermia. The method and therapeutic apparatus includes a mask with a pocket cavity that accommodates a heating element. The heating element can use heat from a disposable heating pack. When the apparatus is affixed to the human head with the heating element engaged, the warmth helps restore normal cilia function by bringing the temperature of the sinus cavities to a more optimal temperature which is above normothermia. | 08-25-2011 |
20110307041 | COOLING EYE MASK - An eye pack for evaporative cooling of the face proximate to one or more eyes is provided. In one aspect, an eye pack is disclosed comprising a gelatinous foam impregnated with an aqueous solution of polyvinyl alcohol embedded therein, and a barrier affixed to at least one side of the foam, wherein the barrier allows transfer of heat and restricts the transfer of the solution. In another aspect, a cooling eye pack, includes a gelatinous material including glycerin, a hydrophillic polymer, water, at least one paraben, and any one or more of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid tetrasodium salt and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt; and a head securement adapted to secure the eye pack to a face proximate to one or more eyes of a human. | 12-15-2011 |
20110313497 | Therapeutic and Thermoregulatory Devices with Aerogel Insulation - A device, combining a component of aerogel insulation with a heating or cooling component, for therapeutic, thermoregulatory, or therapeutic and thermoregulatory use with people or animals. Aerogels perform well as insulators for both high-temperature and low-temperature or cryogenic insulation. The aerogel insulation component and the heating and/or cooling component are enclosed in a structure that supports and retains the components. In some embodiments, a therapeutic garment includes an aerogel insulation layer and a heating and/or cooling system, both positioned between an inner layer and an outer layer. Some embodiments also include a middle layer separating the aerogel insulation layer from the heating and/or cooling system. In some embodiments, an aerogel insulation layer comprises a carrier material permeated with diffused fragments of aerogel material. | 12-22-2011 |
20120095538 | THERMAL WRAP ARRANGEMENT FOR APPLYING HEAT/COLD TO THE MANDIBULAR REGION OF THE HEAD - A thermal wrap having identical side portions, each having a pocket formed therein for receiving thermal material such as gel packs. The side portions are connected at the top by at least two independently attached straps, and at the bottom by a relatively wide chin strap to ensure that the pockets allow for even application of thermal energy to the mandibular region of the face. The pockets are sized to receive standard sized gel packs. In one embodiment the independently attached straps overlap a substantial portion of one of the side pockets to more precisely position and stabilize a gel pack over a treatment area. | 04-19-2012 |
20120179232 | HEATING DEVICE - An object of the invention is to provide a heating device that can warm the body to promote blood circulation, while restricting the movement of an area of the body to which the heating device is applied. | 07-12-2012 |
20120283805 | NECK WARMER WITH INCREASED ERGONOMICS AND EFFICIENCY, PARTICULARLY FOR CERVICAL THERMOTERAPY - A neck warmer with increased ergonomics and efficiency, particularly for cervical thermotherapy, comprising a band made of fabric having, at a central portion, at least one pocket for accommodating a heating element, wherein the fabric band is associated substantially along its entire length with at least one substantially C-shaped preformed stiffening lamina, for wrapping it around a user's neck to be subjected to heat treatment, the stiffening lamina can be shaped manually to adapt its shape to the shape of the neck to be subjected to heat treatment, the portion of the fabric band in contact with the neck to be subjected to heat treatment can be provided with a heat-conducting strip for the diffusion of the heat generated by the heating element along the entire length of the fabric band and thus along the entire part of the neck to be subjected to heat treatment in contact with the fabric band, moreover, there can be a layer of shape memory material defined on the inner side of the stiffening lamina to increase the comfort and fit of the neck warmer, the access of the pocket can be defined on the outer side of the fabric band to prevent direct contact between the skin of the user and the heating element. | 11-08-2012 |
20130006337 | CHEMICAL WARMING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF VIRUSES SUCH AS HERPES - The present invention provides a new, practical, and inexpensive approach to labial herpes heat therapy. Heat is produced by the chemical reaction of elements contained in an inexpensive, portable and disposable air-activated chemical warming device that is small enough to be applied to an affected lip area. For example, a person can store the warming device at home and work, or simply carry a warmer in a purse or wallet. The warming devices can have a long shelf life. | 01-03-2013 |
20130041439 | Cold cap - The purpose of this invention is to extend life. When a person's heart stops beating through any number of causes, the lack of oxygen carried by the blood to the brain occurs, causing the condition of suspended animation. The deterioration of the brain cells will result and the spark of life is forever extinguished. The Cold Cap is intended to extend the time between the end of suspended animation and the beginning of the deterioration of the brain cells. | 02-14-2013 |
20130041440 | Apparatus for Therapeutic Cooling - An apparatus comprises a housing comprising a cavity being configured to accept at least a portion of a user's body part and a quantity of a liquid for surrounding the portion of the body part. At least one receptacle comprises an interior that is configured to contain at least one cooling device. The receptacle further comprises at least one divider separating the interior from the cavity. The at least one divider is configured to be operable for transferring heat from the liquid to the at least one cooling device to cool the user. | 02-14-2013 |
20130066408 | THERAPEUTIC COOLING PILLOW - An apparatus and method of relieving hot flashes or body overheating or insomnia by applying to the body of a person in need of relief therefrom a cooled elongate flexible pillow filled with pellets having sufficient weight and flow properties to provide a comforting wrapping effect on the back of the neck. A preferred filler is wheat berries. In a particular embodiment, the pillow is draped over the stellate-ganglion area of the neck. | 03-14-2013 |
20130073016 | HEATING DEVICE - An object of the invention is to provide a heating device that is securely held in its worn position, and that can exhibit a sufficient heating effect. | 03-21-2013 |
20130116762 | ORAL SURGERY RECOVERY MASK - One example embodiment includes an oral surgery recovery mask for cooling an area of a user's face. The oral surgery recovery mask includes a bladder receptacle. The bladder receptacle includes a first layer and a second layer at least partially secured to the first layer. The oral surgery recovery mask also includes a cooling liquid, where the cooling fluid is configured to be inserted into the bladder receptacle. The oral surgery recovery mask also includes a securing device, where the securing device is configured to hold the oral surgery recovery mask in place relative to the user. | 05-09-2013 |
20130123890 | Therapeutic Cooling Devices - A thermal regulatory system to reduce swelling caused by trauma to a variety of tissues and limbs is provided. One or more substantially flexible, at least partially thermally conductive housing containing optionally activatable thermal regulatory medium may be coupled with one or more applicator, such as a splint, that is adapted to apply the medium housing to the tissue. Methods of therapeutically regulating tissue temperature are also provided. | 05-16-2013 |
20140025144 | ICY EYEWEAR - An icy eyewear apparatus comprising: a front sinusoidal rim having a convex section in its center, and two concave sections, such that, when the icy eyewear apparatus is worn by the user, each concave section mirrors the shape of the bottom of the eye of the user from the respective side and each concave section lies proximate to the bottom of the respective eye, such that the user's vision is not obstructed; two temple pieces, one temple piece associated with each side, such that, when the icy eyewear apparatus is worn by the user, the two temple pieces hold the icy eyewear apparatus in place by securing it to the ears of the user; and, two icy packets, one icy packet attached to each concave section of the front sinusoidal rim, such that, the icy packets rest on the swollen areas below the eyes of the user. | 01-23-2014 |
20140081361 | PERIORBITAL EDEMA REDUCTION DEVICE - A portable head-mounted device for cooling the under-eye area of skin, said device comprising at least one cooling element arranged to be located adjacent the skin of the under-eye area when the device is mounted to the head, the cooling element having a first side that faces the under-eye area of skin when the device is mounted to a head and a second side that faces away from the skin of the under-eye area; said at least one cooling element comprising: liquid retaining means adapted to retain a liquid provided thereto; and heat transfer means adapted to transfer heat by conduction to a liquid retained by the liquid retaining means to promote evaporation of said liquid thereby providing a cooling effect when the device is mounted to the head in use | 03-20-2014 |
20140128945 | NONINVASIVE COOLING DEVICE | 05-08-2014 |
20140142667 | THERMAL COMPRESS SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - An eye compress kit includes a thermally adjustable gel pack, a strap and at least one moistened, disposable fibrous non-woven fabric sheet. The thermally adjustable gel pack is configured to be applied against an eye region of a user's body. The gel pack includes a casing that defines a chamber holding a thermally activatable gelatinous substance. The strap is configured to secure the gel pack against the user's eye region and to exert compressive forces to the gel pack. The at least one moistened, disposable fibrous non-woven fabric sheet is adapted to be positioned between the gel pack and the user's eye region wherein the fabric sheet is removable from the outer surface of the gel pack. | 05-22-2014 |
20140163653 | Epidermis Enhancing Assembly - An epidermis enhancing assembly that enhances the epidermis through a multi-step cleansing process that cleanses the epidermal area without excessive drying. A control portion regulates the distribution of liquids and electrical functions of the assembly. The control portion includes a heated liquid container, a cool liquid container, and a reservoir. Pumps disperse a heated liquid onto the epidermis for initial cleaning and opening of the pores. A carrier portion transports the liquids to and from the control portion. An epidermal engagement device joins with the carrier portion, and serves to engage the epidermis with bristles. The bristles vibrate in a manner efficacious for manipulating the pores and the epidermis. The pumps then force a cool liquid onto the epidermis for closing the pores and further cleansing. A vacuum then sucks the liquids back to the assembly after cleansing is complete. | 06-12-2014 |
20140200637 | PERSONAL THERMAL REGULATING DEVICE - A personal thermal regulating device (PTRD) typically includes a heat generating device, a power source, a switchable control operably coupled with each of the heat generating device and the power source, and a head retention device coupled with the heat generating device and configured to retain the heat generating device positioned centrally at and in thermally conductive contact with a user's forehead. The present invention affects a tangible warming of the extremities, particularly the hands and feet, extending retention of manual dexterity and peripheral comfort under cold conditions. | 07-17-2014 |
20140288624 | ANATOMY HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM - A heating/cooling system facilitates heating and/or cooling a person's anatomy. In one implementation, the system comprises a mask, a strap extending from the mask to retain the mask against the anatomy; and at least one pocket behind the mask to receive a heating/cooling pack. In one implementation, the system comprises a soft and flexible head supported portion, a pocket on an inside surface of the head supported portion to be supported against a person's head and a cooling/heating packet removably received within the pocket. | 09-25-2014 |
20140358204 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING MENOPAUSAL HOT FLASHES - A device and method for non-invasive treatment of menopausal hot flashes. The device includes a hand-held assembly sized to be held in the palm of a user's hand; a cooling plate within the assembly and a cradle which docks with the assembly. The cradle plugs into an AC power source and includes a Peltier-effect element for cooling a contact plate. The contact plate in the cradle abuts the cooling plate in the docked assembly and cools the same, keeping it at the lowered temperature and ready for immediate use. The cradle includes a heat sink for dissipating heat generated by the Peltier-effect element. The assembly is undocked from the cradle. The cooled plate is placed against the skin on the back of the neck and is moved back and forth to stimulate cold thermoreceptors in the skin, thereby counteracting the false trigger which caused the hot flash. | 12-04-2014 |
20140358205 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF EVAPORATIVE COOLING FOR AN ANIMAL - The present invention provides a method and apparatus of evaporative cooling which targets one or more of an animal's muscle tissue areas, as the head and neck, chest, shoulder, back or gluteal muscles, and leg and ankle of the body chest, shoulder, back and gluteal muscles, and does not otherwise restrict movement of the animal. The apparatus of the present invention is formed of a lower layer and an upper layer, which together form a pocket for receiving a cooling means, wherein the pocket is adapted to open and dose. The apparatus of the present invention is contoured to position around one or more body areas of the animal and secured in the position for evaporative cooling of the animal. | 12-04-2014 |
20140358206 | THERAPEUTIC HEATING AND COOLING PACKS COMPRISING DECORATIVE ELEMENTS - It is an object of the invention to provide devices and methods for thermal treatment, e.g., cooling and heating, of body parts for purposes of alleviating discomfort, pain, stress and inflammation. | 12-04-2014 |
20150012073 | EYE MASK FOR AMELIORATION OR PREVENTION OF DRY EYE AND THE LIKE - In one form, an eye mask includes an eye mask core assembly, a covering, a band, and first and second insulated wires. The eye mask core assembly has first and second heat producing areas separated by a distance corresponding to a separation of human eyes and having first and second ends. The eye mask core assembly produces heat in response to the application of a voltage thereto. The covering surrounds the eye mask core assembly. The band is attached to the first and second ends of said eye mask core assembly. The first and second insulated wires have first ends connected to the eye mask core assembly, and second ends for connection to a power supply. | 01-08-2015 |
20150012074 | EYE MASK FOR AMELIORATION OR PREVENTION OF DRY EYE AND THE LIKE - In one form, an eye mask includes an eye mask core assembly, a band, and first and second insulated wires. The eye mask core assembly has first and second heat producing areas separated by a distance corresponding to a separation of human eyes and having first and second ends. The eye mask core assembly produces heat in response to the application of a voltage thereto. The covering surrounds the eye mask core assembly. The band is attached to the first and second ends of said eye mask core assembly. The first and second insulated wires have first ends connected to the eye mask core assembly, and second ends for connection to a power supply. | 01-08-2015 |
20150018905 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MODULATING SLEEP - Apparatuses and methods to enhance sleep, reduce sleep onset latency, extend sleep duration and/or increasing the duration of deeper sleep stages relative to stage 1 sleep. In general, these apparatuses and methods apply and maintain one or more target “warm” temperatures to a subject's forehead for a time period. The target temperature may be between 25° C. and 42° C. The target temperature may be a fixed amount greater than ambient temperature. The time period may be a fixed time period or a variable time period. These methods and apparatuses may limit the application of thermal energy to the subject's forehead region. | 01-15-2015 |
20150088236 | MOIST HEAT THERAPY COMPRESS - A moist heat therapy compress for therapeutic treatment of a treated body part. The moist heat therapy compress includes a fluid-permeable shell, a flexible backing fastened to the shell to define an enclosure, and hydrophilic zeolite fill granules loosely contained within the enclosure. The moist heat therapy compress is exposed to a source of moisture to cause absorption of water into the hydrophilic zeolite, and the moisture is delivered from the hydrophilic zeolite through the fluid permeable shell to the treated body portion. | 03-26-2015 |
20150290028 | HEATING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - The present disclosure describes a treatment device having a heat source, a power source, a heat applicator and a lighting mechanism. The power source includes at least one battery having superior properties such as prolonged electricity production and prompt recharging. The heat applicator includes a heat conductive layer made from nanofibers, providing highly efficient heat distribution to the targeted regions. The lighting mechanism employs light emitting nano fibers to treat targeted regions. The power source provides energy to the light source, which generates light so that the applicator may distribute to an injury site or wound bed of a user. The heat source may be an exothermic chemical reaction designed to last for several hours supplying heat to the treatment device or an electronically produced heat. The treatment device further comprises a plurality of electrodes for electrical stimulation treatment. | 10-15-2015 |
20150320590 | DRY EYE TREATMENT DEVICE - A dry eye treatment device and method of use are disclosed for applying heat to the exterior surface of the eyelid to treat dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). More specifically, a user operable main unit and hand piece are provided that allow the user to heat his/her or another patient's eyelids to a desired temperature, which can effectively and efficiently raise the temperature at the meibomian glands to a temperature sufficient to melt, loosen, or soften more serious occlusions or obstructions in the meibomian glands, and restore natural secretory function to obstructed glands. | 11-12-2015 |
20150335466 | EAR COOLING DEVICE - A mobile device ( | 11-26-2015 |
20160000600 | Eyeball Cooling Module, Eyeball Cooling Apparatus Comprising Same, Eyeball Cooling Eye Patch Comprising Same, Eyeball Cooling Glasses Comprising Same and Eyeball Cooling Goggle Comprising Same - An eyeball cooling module includes a cooling device and a heat dissipation unit. The cooling device generates a cooling stimulation to human eyeballs by absorbing heat from a first side in which the human eyeballs are disposed and dissipating heat to a second side opposed to the first side. The heat dissipation unit is disposed at the second side of the cooling device, and dissipates heat from the second side of the cooling device externally. Accordingly, cooling stimulation to eyeballs of a human may be generated to human eyeballs, fatigue of eyes and eyeballs may be relieved at home and eyeball fever may be reduced at hospitals. | 01-07-2016 |
20160022480 | THERMAL EYE COMPRESS SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - An apparatus includes a flexible frame, a coupling portion, and an insulation portion. The flexible frame is configured to support a thermal therapeutic member and is transitioned between a first configuration and a second configuration to place the therapeutic member in substantially continuous contact with a target portion of the body. The coupling portion is coupled to the flexible frame and is transitioned from a first configuration to a second configuration to retain the flexible frame in its second configuration. The insulation portion is transitioned from a first configuration to a second configuration to be coupled to the flexible frame. The insulation portion at least partially controls a transfer of thermal energy between the thermal therapeutic member and the target portion of the body. | 01-28-2016 |
20160030233 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR COOLING A SURFACE - Methods and apparatuses for providing localized cooling of a surface are described. Localized cooling devices may include a thermal element configured to generate a temperature gradient in a cooling interface in contact with the surface. Temperature gradient may operate to facilitate conductive heat transfer from the surface, through the cooling interface, and out into the ambient environment. The thermal elements may include thermoelectric cooling elements (TECs), such as Peltier cooling elements. In some embodiments, the localized cooling devices may be configured to treat swelling associated with periorbital edema by providing convenient, efficient, and continuous cooling of the affected area. | 02-04-2016 |
20160051401 | TREATMENT SYSTEMS, SMALL VOLUME APPLICATORS, AND METHODS FOR TREATING SUBMENTAL TISSUE - Systems for treating a subject's tissue can include a thermally conductive cup, a tissue-receiving cavity, and a vacuum port. The vacuum port is in fluid communication with the tissue-receiving cavity to provide a vacuum for drawing the submental tissue, or other targeted tissue, into the tissue-receiving cavity. A thermal device can cool and/or heat the conductive cup such that the conductive cup non-invasively controls the temperature of subcutaneous lipid-rich cells in the tissue. A restraint apparatus can hold a the conductive cup in thermal contact with the target region. | 02-25-2016 |
20160051402 | POST-SURGICAL ARTICLES FOR REDUCTION OF SWELLING, EDEMA, AND BRUISING - Disclosed herein are garments having any combination of low thermal conductivity, high durability and resiliency, and with the optional ability to evenly distribute compressive forces. When compared to currently used compression garments, these compression garments advantageously result in better patient comfort and overall improved healing processes. In certain aspects, the disclosed compression garments include post-surgical treatment masks. For example, the post-surgical treatment mask may include a thermoformable assembly having a thermoformable resin arranged between inner and outer knitted fabric layers, the thermoformable assembly configured to be heated to a glass transition temperature of the thermoformable resin such that the thermoformable assembly can be shaped to conform to contours of a user's face, and a styrene-based polymeric gel layer arranged on the inner knitted fabric layer. | 02-25-2016 |
20160081847 | 3D-NONWOVEN - The invention relates to a three-dimensional nonwoven material which reduces the temperature at specific body parts to a small extent and, as a result, causes a fat-burning action and can therefore reduce fat directly as a result of the removal of energy at said body parts and/or indirectly as a result of specific mechanisms of lipometabolism. In addition, a skin-firming effect can also be caused by the temperature reduction. The invention is characterized in that the body points are defined and the lipolytic, fat-burning and/or skin-firming effect can be reinforced further in the form of the combination of the 3D nonwoven material with lipolytic, fat-burning and/or skin-firming active substances. | 03-24-2016 |
20160081848 | COOLING ELEMENTS WITH BANDS - A kit for cooling the blood in the carotid arteries includes a cervical immobilization collar and a cooling element. The cooling element may include a body-facing panel attached on a body-facing surface to a lining layer, an outward-facing panel, and cooling material disposed between the body-facing panel and the outward facing panel. The cooling material may comprise urea and Carbamakool™ in an amount sufficient to produce a temperature of 20° F. to 35° F. within a minute of activation when measured on the body-facing surface of the body-facing panel. | 03-24-2016 |
20160095742 | Facial Bands - Facial Bands is an apparatus designed to relieve pressure and pain in the human face. This apparatus is made of two flexible bands, which includes various pouches with a material that can be heated or cooled to relieve pressure and pain on the human face; such as but not limited to the lower lip area, chin, cheeks, jawbone line, the sides of the face, and the temples. The two parts interlock and create one complete apparatus, with one band starting at the lower part of the chin and jawbone going upwards and latching at the top of the head, the other lower band piece goes from the lower lip around the jawline, going around the neck and latching at the back of the head. | 04-07-2016 |
20160100977 | AUTONOMOUS TEMPERATURE CONTROL OF HEATING DEVICES FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT - The present invention is directed to heating devices, and methods of treatment using the same, wherein the heating devices comprise (a) a polymer matrix comprising a matrix of: (i) at least one polymer; and (ii) a plurality of electrically conductive particles distributed within the polymer; and (b) two electrodes in electrical communication with the polymer matrix. The heating devices are highly portable and able to control the heating temperatures within precise limits for prolonged times without the use of any external thermostatic control device, using only low voltage batteries. | 04-14-2016 |
20160106576 | CONTROLLER FOR DRY EYE TREATMENT SYSTEMS - Controllers for dry eye treatment apparatus and methods are described herein which generally comprise a patch or strip affixed to the skin of the upper and/or lower eyelids to deliver heat to the one or more meibomian glands contained within the underlying skin. The treatment strip or strips include one or more strips configured to adhere to an underlying region of skin in proximity to one or both eyes of a subject such that the one or more strips allow for the subject to blink naturally without restriction from the one or more patches. A controller is in communication with the one or more strips and is programmable to monitor a temperature of the one or more strips to provide a treatment therapy above a threshold temperature of, e.g., 39° C., and below a maximum temperature of, e.g., 48° C., over a treatment period of 12 minutes. | 04-21-2016 |
20160120692 | Self-Warming Hands Free Eye Compress - Warm compresses are the most widely prescribed effective medical therapy for several common eye conditions namely dry eye syndrome, blepharitis and chalazia. These problems are caused by blockage of natural oil flow through pores located behind the eyelashes (meibomian glands). Warm compresses open these pores and restores normal flow of natural oils to the eye surface; these oils moisturize the eye by preventing evaporation of tears from the eye surface. The novel aspects of this invention that make it unique include the ability to generate long lasting, self-perpetuating moist heat, with hands free convenience. By allowing patients to continue to work, play, read or watch television while receiving the therapeutic benefits of a moist warm compress this invention is highly likely to increase compliance and improve quality of life for millions of patients with these common and highly troublesome eye conditions. | 05-05-2016 |
20160128864 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MODULATING SLEEP - Apparatuses and methods to enhance sleep, reduce sleep onset latency, extend sleep duration and/or increasing the duration of deeper sleep stages relative to stage 1 sleep. In general, these apparatuses and methods apply and maintain one or more target “warm” temperatures to a subject's forehead for a time period. The target temperature may be between 25° C. and 42° C. The target temperature may be a fixed amount greater than ambient temperature. The time period may be a fixed time period or a variable time period. These methods and apparatuses may limit the application of thermal energy to the subject's forehead region. | 05-12-2016 |
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20100057172 | Surgical apparel for covering an area of a patient's head and reducing heat loss - Surgical apparel comprising a substantially conically shaped shell having a narrower closed end and a wider open end dimensioned to fit over a crown area of a head of a surgical patient is described herein. The shell may include one or more layers of fabric having a thermal transfer property adapted to complement the closed end to reduce an amount of heat transfer from the head of the surgical patient to the ambient during a surgical procedure. Also, the fabric may be relatively inexpensive to enable disposal of the surgical apparel after a single use on the surgical patient. | 03-04-2010 |
20100168825 | DEVICE FOR COOLING A BODY PART - An apparatus for cooling a body part includes a flat and flexible closed container defining an interior volume with a plurality of interconnected chambers. An attachment member is connected with the container and is configured for removably attaching the apparatus to a body part. A superabsorber is disposed in the chambers, and the chambers are shaped to be filled with water. | 07-01-2010 |
20130066409 | PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND APPAREL FOR PETS AND ANIMALS AND METHOD OF USE - Protective clothing and apparel for pets and animals, and method of using same, structured as a shirt and/or hat made of an ultraviolet protective rash guard material with at least on portion having cooling crystals integrated therein. In a first embodiment the clothing is directed to a pet shirt constructed having a top portion, bottom portion, and side portions arranged to form a generally tubular member having an opened torso end, two leg members, and a collar member. In a second embodiment the clothing is directed to a pet hat constructed having a top portion, side portions and a front portion having a visor member attached thereto, the side portions having a lower rim. Two ear members and securement means are integrated within the lower rim of the side portions. At least a portion of the shirt/hat comprises ultraviolet properties. Additionally, at least a portion of the shirt/hat comprises a cooling zone formed of a plurality of cooling crystals. Owing to the ultraviolet material and cooling crystals the pet clothing shields pets/dogs from harmful ultraviolet rays while keeping them cool and comfortable and mitigating heat exhaustion. | 03-14-2013 |
20130211484 | Therapeutic Brain Cooling System and Spinal Cord Cooling System - This disclosure relates to a brain cooling and spinal cord cooling system, device or mechanism for use in military helmets, and in an adapted format in non-military helmets. The system is comprised of an inflatable pad, or a set of interconnected pads, attached to the interior surface of the helmet, together with a series of valves that allow cooling gases to be delivered from a high pressure canister. The use of different cooling gases permits the achievement and maintenance of cooling of the brain for 24 to 96 hours at a mild (36° C.) or moderate (33° C.-35° C.) brain hypothermia, which is 1.5° C.-4.5° C. below the core temperature. | 08-15-2013 |
20130296986 | Therapeutic Cold Compress Apparatus and Method for Use - Various embodiments are disclosed for applying a cool compression effect. One embodiment, among others, is an adjustable wrap configured as a sleeve with a variable peripheral size. The wrap comprises a first elongated layer comprising a liquid-absorbent sheet and a second elongated layer. The first elongated layer and the second elongated layer are substantially coextensive in size, and one of the first elongated layer and the second elongated layer is configured to be applied directly to a selected body part and provide a cold compression effect to the body part. The adjustable wrap further comprises a fastener coupled to one of the first elongated layer and the second elongated layer, the fastener comprising a first section and a second section for providing an adjustable peripheral size of the wrap. | 11-07-2013 |
20140243940 | DISPOSABLE THERMAL REGULATION APPARATUS - The present invention is directed to a thermo-regulation device for treating an area with in need of thermal regulation. The invention includes a device configured to be fitted over an area in need of thermal regulation; wherein a plurality of cells are integral to the covering body, each cell is equipped with at least one of a plurality of reactants. Each cell of the present invention is in one configuration joined to a neighboring cell by a destructible barrier. The reactants are configured to produce a thermal event when combined with at least one other reactant. | 08-28-2014 |
20140303699 | Unibody Head Gear Personal Temperature Moderating Device - The unibody head gear personal temperature moderating device has the form of a baseball cap or beanie or helmet which is itself constructed from a thermal retention pack or packs. The thermal retention pack or packs constitute the inner and outer walls of the baseball cap or beanie or helmet while the cooling or warming gel resides between the inner and outer walls. The inner wall of the thermal retention packs is the surface which comes in contact with the wearer's head. The outer wall of the thermal retention pack or packs constitutes the exterior of the head apparel. The entire baseball cap or beanie or helmet may be placed in a freezer or warmer to thermally charge it for use. | 10-09-2014 |
20140379058 | Apparatus and Method for Cooling Head Injury - An apparatus and method for treating a head injury including head gear and at least one cooling medium. The cooling medium has a prolonged cooling effect to aid injured persons recovery and health after sustaining a head injury. The apparatus and method is also contemplated for use with headaches, migraines, heat and/or sun stroke, as well as persons that have suffered a stroke. | 12-25-2014 |
20150297397 | PORTABLE RAPID COOLING, HYPOTHERMIA INDUCING HEADGEAR APPARATUS FOR TISSUE PRESERVATION - Hypothermic therapy headgear for patients includes a headpiece for engaging the head of the patient and a cooling member engaged to the headpiece for contacting at least one surface portion of the patient. The cooling member includes at least one cooling surface for contacting the surface portion of the patient, and at least two endothermic reaction components. The endothermic reaction components have an initial state where the endothermic reaction components are separated from contact with each other, and a treatment state in which the endothermic reaction components are placed into contact, wherein an endothermic reaction takes place and cools the cooling surface and the corresponding portion of the patient. An activation device selectively places the endothermic reaction components into the treatment state when a patient is in need of hypothermic therapy. A thermal therapy device and a method for administering thermal therapy are also disclosed. | 10-22-2015 |
20160030238 | CEREBRAL PROTECTION SYSTEM - A cerebral protection system generally includes an array of cold packs, an insulating cover, and optionally a set of trays. The cold pack contains two reactive materials separated by a rupturable membrane. When the first reactive material and the second reactive material are mixed, an endothermic reaction occurs. The system can be used to induce hypothermia in selected regions of the brain when used. | 02-04-2016 |
20160100794 | REAL TIME BRAIN TRAUMA TREATMENT - Systems and methods are provided for rapidly introducing treatment to patients suffering traumatic brain injuries. A wearable map of the brain electroencephalography (EEG) points is worn in a headscarf, helmet, or other headgear for providing real-time information on a wearer's brain condition. The overall system includes an application (app) or program software that may run on a tablet, portable communication device, or computing device that processes the data from the EEG sensors and interprets the data in real time. If there is an accident or other stress forces experienced by the wearer that mimics a concussion, the system initiates the real-time ejection of a cooling agent within the headgear to provide a reduction in the victim's brain temperature with the helmet cooling system. A drug intervention system and injury detection app for expedited treatment of a potential brain injury during the critical early phases of the injury is also provided. | 04-14-2016 |
20170231811 | SELF-REGULATING HEATER | 08-17-2017 |