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| 601041000 |
Artificial respiration
| 202 |
| 601033000 |
Joint or limb (e.g., wrist, arm, leg, etc.)
| 192 |
| 601027000 |
Foot
| 37 |
| 601024000 |
Chair, couch, bed, or table
| 31 |
| 601040000 |
Hand and finger
| 24 |
| 601037000 |
Eye
| 18 |
| 601038000 |
Jaw | 5 |
| 20110004129 | TEETH TRAINING TOOL - A device for training the teeth, comprising a tooth rubber of hard rubber provided with a surface intended for bearing against the teeth. The tooth rubber may comprise slide prevention means in the nature of ridges and/or grooves. Alternatively, the tooth rubber is provided with a central portion and a side portion intended to bear against the chewing surfaces of the teeth, during use, and a side portion intended to be positioned, during use, adjacent the side surfaces of the teeth and extend towards or up to the gingiva. Two tooth rubbers may be connected to a link intended to extend, during use, from one side of the jaw to the other. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110264017 | PHYSICAL REHABILITATION AND TRAINING AID: METHOD OF USING MUSCULOSKELETAL REPOSITIONING DEVICE - The present embodiment relates to the use of a musculoskeletal repositioning device in physical rehabilitation and athletic training by causing increased muscular strength and power and decreased muscular tension especially during the physical rehabilitation and athletic training. The device guides the condyles and articulating discs of the temporomandibular joint from a neutral or passive position into an active power position. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20130317397 | Device and Method Against Effects of Bruxism - The present invention relates to a device for treating bruxism, wherein the device comprises: a lower engaging member with a stimulus surface directed substantially downward during use for providing an engagement on a lower jaw element or the teeth thereof during performing of the treatment; an upper engaging member with a stimulus surface directed substantially upward during use for providing an engagement on an upper jaw element or the teeth thereof during performing of the treatment; a mechanism connecting the lower engaging member and the upper engaging member for providing a mutual connection between the engaging members, and a drive mechanism for moving apart at least parts of the engaging members by means of a driving for the purpose of forcing apart the lower jaw element and the upper jaw element, thereby achieving that at least the muscles of mastication are exposed to an activation stimulus. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20140018711 | Weighted-resistance cervical exerciser and medical rehabilitation device - The present invention relates in general to neck and jaw exercising and rehabilitation and more in particular to a device encompassing a method or methodology for configuring the device for use in strengthening, toning the neck and jaw muscles by implementing a consistent means of isotonic resistance. The present invention includes a telescopic longitudinal “spine” consisting in two parts with means to lock in place as well as a chin brace or support each adjusting to meet the user's specific anatomical features. Further elements of the present application includes a fixed padded latitudinal forehead support as well a centralized weighted “receiver” just above the aforementioned forehead support which secures the source of weighted resistance. Securing the device is an adjustable elastic strap attached to the latitudinal forehead support which reduces lateral shifting and insuring a safe isotonic movement. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20150314163 | MOUTH-OPENING TRAINING DEVICE - The purpose of the present invention is to provide a mouth-opening training device with which continuous rotational movement and anterior sliding movement of the temporomandibular joint can be performed smoothly, the device thereby being capable of guiding the movement of the mandible so as to trace an actual mandibular mouth-opening movement. The mouth-opening training device is provided with: an upper member, the base end of which is grasped and the tip of which can engage with a user's maxilla; a lower member, the tip of which can engage with the user's mandible and a portion of which is in contact with the upper member so as to allow sliding; and a connecting section for connecting the upper member to the lower member so as to allow sliding and allow opening and closing. As the tip of the upper member is opened with respect to the tip of the lower member, the lower member moves in the direction of the tip. | 11-05-2015 |
| 601045000 |
Obstetric | 2 |
| 20110015552 | Methods and Devices for Assisting Birth - Devices and methods for assisting birth are disclosed. The device is constructed from an elastic material with an elongated center and handles at both ends. A patient grasps the device at one end, while the other end is secured. When the patient experiences a contraction, the patient pulls on the device at a downward angle. The device elastically stretches and causes the patient to utilize correct abdominal muscles for pushing a fetus down a birth canal, thus reducing second stage of labor. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20120109028 | Obstetric Birthing Assistant - An obstetrical assistive device is provided for facilitating “pushing” during childbirth. The device comprises a pair of handlebar assemblies conjoined in the center by a ring. The handlebars may be constructed of durable material such as plastic or rubber and may have a soft, high-friction material covering the gripping area. The center ring may be constructed of any high tension bearing material like rope, rubber or metal. A patient may use the device by herself or in conjunction with another person. To use the device with another person, the patient and other user grasp opposing ends of the device and exert retractive force. Alternatively, the device may be secured to a support bar by its center ring so that a patient may pull on a handlebar without having another user grasping the opposing handlebar. | 05-03-2012 |
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| 20080200846 | Towel Structure with Projected Energy Body - A towel structure is configured with a plurality of energy bodies mounted on the surface of the towel to form a geometrical pattern with creation and artistry. Due to the energy bodies project from the surface, the energy bodies rub against the skin of the user when using to improve the blood circulation. Additional, the energy bodies mix with energy elements to promote the health of the user. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080214971 | Excercise device utilizing loading apparatus - A therapeutic device, such as an exercise device, includes the principles of osteogenic repair by incorporating a loading mechanism into the exercise device. By doing so, the therapeutic device provides an increased osteogenic effect, thereby enhancing the benefits of the therapy. As an example, a exercise device includes a support surface for supporting all or part of the bodily tissue of an individual using the device. A linear or rotary loading mechanism associated with the frame or a rotational element of the exercise device drives the support surface at a selected load and frequency, thereby inducing mechanical loading of bodily tissue adjacent to the support surface sufficiently to facilitate the growth, development, strengthening, and/or healing of bone tissue. The loading mechanism may be incorporated into any exercise device, including standard exercise devices such as rowing machines, stair climbing machines, elliptical trainers, bicycles, cross-country ski trainers, treadmills, or weight trainers. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080287840 | NEUROLOGICAL MOTOR THERAPY SUIT - A neurological motor therapy suit includes a vest which is snugly, but removably, secured around the shoulders and chest of a patient. The vest completely encircles a portion of the upper torso of the patient and is constructed of a substantially non-elastic material. A pant garment is detachably secured to the patient so that the pant garment extends around both the hips of the patient as well as the upper portion of each thigh. The pant garment is also constructed of a substantially non-elastic material. A plurality of the elastic bands extend between and interconnect the vest and the pant garment. An elbow support is removably secured to the patient's elbow while a hand support is removably secured to the patient's hand. Both the elbow support and hand support include a plurality of hooks so that elastic bands detachably secure the hooks on the elbow support and hand support together as well as between the vest and the elbow support. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20080300512 | Habilitation Treatment Suspension Device - The present invention relates to a suspension device for rehabilitation therapy, which is used in bodily function recovery, exercise and rehabilitation therapy, and more particular to one of various exercise assisting devices which is used in rehabilitation therapy for muscular strengthening, mobility of joint, flexibility of joint, cardiopulmonary function strengthening, stabilization, balance, and coordination of the human body for the bodily function recovery of those who have been injured or involved in accidents. The suspension device for rehabilitation therapy of the present invention is constructed such that the rope hanger of the present invention firmly engaged with the upper rope at the top portion thereof is engaged with the lower ropes at the lower portion thereof, wherein the lower ropes has a grip formed on the lower end thereof so as to allow a part of a user's body to be hung or leaned, so that various types of movement can be operated while a degree of the therapeutic difficulty is adjusted in limited gravity situation to thereby recover the motor nerve and coordination of the human body and the like which have been lost, and so that the swingable movement can be continued to thereby recover the muscular strengthening and the like. | 12-04-2008 |
| 20090062699 | DEVICE FOR REGULATING BLADDER MERIDIAN AND CHANNEL SINEWS OF FOOT TAIYANG - A device for regulating Bladder Meridian and Channel Sinews of Foot Taiyang includes a board having a top face and a bottom face. A rib is formed on an end of the top face. A plurality of holes are defined in the bottom faces and have different distances to the rib. A leg is removably engaged with one of the holes of the bottom face of the board to support the board in one of a plurality of inclination angles. In use, a user stands on the top face of the board, with his or her heels abutting against and supported by the rib. The feet of the user rest on the top face of the board and are, thus, in a bent position toward the lower limbs of the user to stretch the posterior sinews of the lower limbs of the user. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090177126 | Muscle Stimulation Device - The invention relates to a muscle stimulation device comprising a handle bar with a first and a second end, a motor which is arranged in a cavity in the handle bar and is coupled by means of a motor shaft to at least one eccentric body in order to set the muscle stimulation device vibrating by an unbalance of the eccentric body. According to the invention the eccentric body/ies has/have a common center of mass, which is at a different distance from the first end of the handle bar than it is from the second end of the handle bar. The invention furthermore relates to an exchangeable head for such a muscle stimulation device. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20100121232 | MOTION-ASSIST SYSTEM OF WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE, WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE, AND MOTION-ASSIST METHOD OF WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE - In the present invention, the motion state of the wearable motion-assist device | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100137756 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR EXERCISING THE LIPS AND FACIAL MUSCLES - The present invention proposes a method and a device ( | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100234774 | Exercise Machine With Vibration Board - The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for exercising and stretching muscles. The exercise machine of the invention is built on the concept of stretching muscles under vibration. This allows for a greater ease in stretching muscles, avoids pain, and keeps muscles relaxed and loose during the exercise period. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100318005 | APPARATUS TO FACILITATE UPRIGHT POSTURE AND IMPROVED GAIT VELOCITY IN THE ELDERLY AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME - A mobility apparatus for a patient permitting improved mobility is disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame assembly, a locomotion assembly, a forearm support assembly, a kinematic and kinetic feedback assembly and optionally a back support assembly, where the apparatus provides mobility assistance, while permitting visualization of movement velocity, loaded and unloaded motion, and other information concerning a patients proper use of the mobility assistance apparatus. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20110196270 | APPARATUS FOR MOBILIZATION OF THE BODY, AND USE OF SUCH AN APPARATUS - This apparatus for mobilization of the body comprises a receiving platform which is movable in relation to a fixed chassis, and which is designed to support a subject who is to be treated in a standing position. The platform is connected to the chassis by a double pivot connection, and it is driven by an oscillating movement in relation to an axis passing substantially through its centre, by means of actuators each connected by a pivot connection to a shaft connected to said platform, said actuators themselves being articulated on the chassis. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110208097 | DEVICE FOR DIALYSIS AND STIMULATION OF A PATIENT AND METHOD - A device and method for carrying out a dialysis of a patient and a stimulation of said patient at the same time either during dialysis sessions, or between dialysis sessions or both. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110295164 | Control Logic for Biomimetic Joint Actuators - A method of operating a biomimetic mechanical joint having a plurality of fractional actuators configured for rotating a support member about a pivot device. The fractional actuators can be selectively recruited during operation, either individually or together, to efficiently rotate the support member about the mechanical joint throughout a range of movements and under a variety of load conditions. Each fractional actuator can be continuously throttled to reduce the speed or torque at which the actuator operates. The capability of selectively recruiting and throttling each fractional actuator results in an actuator system having two degrees of freedom, in which a single operating state of the mechanical joint may be reached with one or more of actuator arrangements and throttling settings. The method of the present invention allows for selection from the available actuator arrangements and throttle settings according to predetermined operating modes such as high-efficiency, high-acceleration or general-purpose, etc. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20120004581 | ROBOT MOTOR REHABILITATION DEVICE - A robot rehabilitation device, especially suitable for being used in motor rehabilitation activities on patients suffering from neurological and/or orthopaedic damages of a various nature as well as motor rehabilitation on patients with a hip or knee prosthesis, including a portal structure fixed to a base structure, a motor-driven belt suitable for allowing patient to walk, a bodice basically provided with four straps or braces that can be hooked to the device structure and worn by the patient, for the support thereof, a first exoskeleton and a second exoskeleton articulated and independent for the passive and assisted movement of the lower limbs of the patient, the exoskeletons including automatic actuation and movement elements, with the rehabilitation device that further includes a device for lifting the patient for the automatic and continuous control of the amount of weight of the same to be used in the therapy. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120143104 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOTOR LEARNING - A method and system for motor learning. The method comprises the steps of detecting a user's motor intent; and giving robotic assistance to the user for executing a motor task associated with the motor intent based on the detected motor intent. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20130158444 | Robotic System for Simulating a Wearable Device and Method of Use - A robotic system for simulating a wearable device actuation delivery mechanism and the source removed from the actuation delivery mechanism that is linked to the actuation delivery mechanism by at least one cable. A sensing system detects a physiological feature of the subject and, based on feedback from the sensing system, a control system linked to both the sensing system and the actuation source modulates the actuation source, and thereby modulating actuation of the joint of a subject in response to the physiological future sensed by the sensing system. A method for simulating a wearable robotic system employs the robotic system of the invention to thereby provide a model on which to base design of an ambulatory prosthetic for a subject. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130178767 | PHYSICAL THERAPY SUPPORT DEVICE - A physical therapy support device. The device includes a framework sized for surrounding a user. The framework has a frame and legs extending downward from the frame to casters positioned at lower ends of the legs. The support device also includes a harness assembly attached to the frame for suspending a user in the framework. The harness assembly includes a leg loop sized for surrounding a leg of the user and a suspender connected to the leg loop and the frame for suspending the leg loop from the framework to suspend the user inside the framework. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130226046 | J Walker Rehabilitation "Learn To Walk Again" System - The J Walker Rehabilitation “Learn to Walk Again” System is the first of its kind, portable and affordable piece of rehabilitation equipment designed for physical therapy centers and home use. The J Walker is an advanced parallel bar incorporating a unique overhead Travel Bar and Travel Ring System with a harness designed to support patient during therapy. The harnessed patient is attached to the Travel Ring that runs along the Travel Bar. Whether marching in place, taking first steps, or performing more difficult movements, patients can exercise safely in the care of a therapist or caregiver. If the patient loses balance or strength, the harness prevents the patient from falling. The J Walker is equipped with vertical and horizontal adjustable handrails. Handrails are adjusted based on the patient's arm length for optimal comfort. The J Walker has locking wheels that can be rolled to any desired location. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130324893 | DIFFERENTIAL AIR PRESSURE SYSTEMS - Described herein are various embodiments of differential air pressure systems and methods of using such systems. The differential air pressure system may comprise a chamber configured to receive a portion of a user's lower body and to create an air pressure differential upon the user's body. The differential air pressure system may further comprise a user seal that seal the pressure chamber to the user's body. The height of the user seal may be adjusted to accommodate users with various body heights. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130345603 | Medical Rehabilitation Device - A medical rehabilitation device includes an inflatable body which is formed of a resiliently deformable, slightly elastic material, the exact configuration and construction of the body, however, being greatly variable. The body may be spherical, or elliptical, ovoid or even hemispherical in shape. A pressure monitoring unit is linked to the device and monitors changes in the internal pressure in the inflatable body in response to deformation of the body as a result of external pressure exerted on the body. | 12-26-2013 |
| 20140081184 | Kneed-A-Hand - Kneed-A-Hand is a practical device strap worn over the knee that enables its user to lift/raise their leg(s). Kneed-A-Hand measures approximately fourteen inches in length and three quarters inch in width. This strap comprises a main strap that is circular in design to keep the knee at the center. It is manufactured of lightweight, breathable material such as cotton or spandex. The proximal strap lies above the knee and contains a secondary hand strap for lifting the knee. Kneed-A-Hand secures to the knee with a side strap that wraps around the back of the knee and fastens with Velcro or other similar hook and loop fastener. To fit both average and large knees, the loop part of the fastener extends to cover approximately seven inches and the potion cover approximately four to five inches. When wearing Kneed-A-Hand the user simply pulls the hand strap to lift their leg. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140081185 | Hip Harness - This application discloses a hip joint apparatus, or hip harness, configured to align with the femoral head of a user's hip joint for application of pressure, while maintaining proper anatomic position of the femoral head—i.e., aligned behind the actalum—which in turn helps reduce the incident of labral tears and irritation caused when the user squats or lunges too deeply. Thus, the hip harness helps hold the femur head posteriorly from shifting forward during a squat or deep lunge, which in turn, may help to prevent labral tears and irritation. The hip harness apparatus comprises a primary waist belt configured for adjustable attachment around a waist of a user; a secondary thigh belt configured for adjustable attachment around the upper portion of a user's thigh; and a pressure pad, wherein the pressure pad is configured for adjustable attachment with the secondary thigh belt and wherein the pressure pad is configured in shape and size to abut a femoral head of an anterior portion of the user's hip joint. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140121573 | TRUNK SUPPORTING EXOSKELETON AND METHOD OF USE - An exoskeleton includes two torque generators, two thigh links, and a supporting trunk rotatably coupled to the thigh links. When a wearer bends forward in the sagittal plane such that the supporting trunk extends beyond a predetermined angle A with respect to vertical, at least one of the torque generators imposes a resisting torque between the supporting trunk and a corresponding thigh link, thus imposing a force onto a wearer's trunk and thighs to aid in supporting the wearer in a bent position. The exoskeleton may include an active or passive means for actuating the generators. When the supporting trunk does not extend beyond the predetermined angle A, the torque generators do not impose resisting torques between the supporting trunk and the thigh links during the entire range of motion of the thigh links, thus enabling a wearer to walk, run and sit without constraint while in an upright position. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140128782 | Passive Standing Apparatus - This is an apparatus used to support a paretic or paraplegic user in a standing position. The apparatus includes a top tubular frame supported by a plurality of vertical tubular members attached to a base. The top frame is open at the front such that a user may position a wheelchair at the opening, in close proximity to the apparatus, and transfer from the wheelchair to the apparatus. The apparatus further includes flexible straps attachable to the two vertical tubular members nearest the opening of the frame. The flexible straps, after having been positioned in strategic locations along the user's lower limbs, function to maintain the user in a standing position. The apparatus further includes a positionable attachable table that augments a user's ability to perform other tasks while standing. The apparatus further includes a wedge upon which the user may stand to maintain dorsiflexed feet position. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140163434 | MOTION-ASSIST SYSTEM OF WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE, WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE, AND MOTION-ASSIST METHOD OF WEARABLE MOTION-ASSIST DEVICE - A motion state of a wearable motion-assist device of a doctor is sent to the wearable motion-assist device of a patient via a network. Then, this motion state is applied to the wearable motion-assist device of the patient, so that rehabilitation is conducted for the patient. Furthermore, the motion state of the wearable motion-assist device of the patient is sent from the wearable motion-assist device to the wearable motion-assist device. Then, the motion state of the wearable motion-assist device is applied to the wearable motion-assist device. Accordingly, the doctor can objectively sense the state of the patient. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140221881 | DEVICE FOR REPETITIVE SPINE EXTENSION AT SELECTABLE LUMBAR LEVELS FOR STIMULATION OF VERTEBRAL SEGMENTS - Devices and related methods of use for providing repetitive spinal extension exercise. The device includes a frame extending between a foot end and a head end, a footrest member at the foot end of the frame, and a horizontal seat member between the foot end and the head end of the frame. A height-adjustable back pad fulcrum is attached to the frame between the seat member and a pivoting post is attached to the head end of the frame. The pivoting post is positioned behind the back pad fulcrum, and may be biased to default to an acute angle relative to the seat member. The pivoting post may include a back roller or pad attached thereto (e.g., near a top end thereof) so that a user seated on the seat member may press the roller and pivoting post backwards as the user rearwardly extends an upper portion of the torso. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140303529 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING SMART WEAR - Disclosed herein are an apparatus and method for controlling smart wear. The apparatus for controlling smart wear includes a motion capture unit, an error information unit, a motion estimation unit, and an actuation unit. The motion capture unit captures a motion of a user using sensors included in the smart wear. Then error information unit generates user error information using reference motion information and the results of the motion capture. The motion estimation unit estimates a subsequent motion of the user using the user error information. The actuation unit controls the smart wear of the user in real time using the estimated subsequent motion and the user error information. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20150011918 | ROTARY ACTUATOR AND METHOD OF PROVIDING KINESTHESIA USING A MAGNETORHEOLOGICAL FLUID - A rotary actuator and a method of providing kinesthesia using a magnetorheological fluid are provided. The method includes generating a solenoid which generates a magnetic field, thereby forming flux lines, in response to a current being applied thereto. A cylindrical rotor surrounds inner, outer and top surfaces of the solenoid, is freely rotatable about a rotary shaft disposed in an opened central portion thereof A cylindrical housing surrounds inner, outer and bottom surfaces of the solenoid, and engages with the rotor. The magnetorheological fluid is disposed inside gaps among the solenoid, the rotor and the housing, and generates magnetic chains along the flux lines in response to the magnetic field. The thickness of walls of the rotor which surround the inner and outer surfaces of the solenoid decreases in the top-to-bottom direction. A space having a predetermined width is defined around the rotary shaft. | 01-08-2015 |
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