52nd week of 2020 patent applcation highlights part 8 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20200397590 | CONSTRAINED ACETABULAR LINER - There is provided an acetabular cup liner for a total hip replacement (THR) prosthesis comprising an inner surface with a hemispherical portion having a radius of curvature. The hemispherical portion is disposed about a centerline and it intersects a hemisphere plane perpendicular to the centerline so that the intersection of the hemispherical portion and the plane define a circle having a radius equal to the radius of curvature. The liner further comprises a capture portion continuous with the hemispherical portion that has the same radius of curvature as the hemispherical portion and connects with the hemispherical portion at the hemispherical plane along a first arc of the circle on the plane, and extends a first distance out of the plane. The liner further comprises an insertion portion continuous with the hemispherical portion. The insertion region is connected with the hemispherical portion along a second arc of the circle on the plane. The distance from the centerline to the insertion portion is greater than the radius. The cup liner constrains the femoral ball portion of the THR prosthesis. The femoral ball portion is engaged with the liner by orienting the ball at an angle so that the shoulder portion of the ball aligns with the insertion portion, pressing the ball into the liner, and orienting the ball away from the angle. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397591 | DISTAL RADIOULNAR JOINT PROSTHESIS SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - Disclosed is a distal radio ulnar joint prosthesis system, and the method of use for the same, the system comprising an ulnar stem component, and ulnar head component, a set screw, and a sigmoid notch component, the system providing a prosthesis for replacement of the distal radio ulnar joint to restore the pronation-supination motion of the forearm as well as stability between the ulna and radius; a DRUJ prosthesis adapted for rotational alignment of the replacement joint along the axis of forearm rotation; a DRUJ prosthesis which allows for the use of a number of different sized heads having differing geometries; a DRUJ prosthesis adapted for variable pivoting alignment between the replacement distal ulnar head and the ulna; and a DRUJ prosthesis adapted for adjustment in the alignment between the articulating surface of the ulnar head and the sigmoid notch. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397592 | INTERVERTEBRAL DEVICES AND RELATED METHODS - Intervertebral devices and systems, and methods of their use, are disclosed having configurations suitable for placement between two adjacent vertebrae, replacing the functionality of the disc therebetween. Intervertebral devices and systems contemplated herein are implantable devices intended for replacement of a vertebral disc, which may have deteriorated due to disease for example. The intervertebral devices and systems are configured to allow for ample placement of therapeutic agents therein, including bone growth enhancement material, which may lead to better fusion between adjacent vertebral bones. The intervertebral devices and systems are configured for use in minimally invasive procedures, if desired. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397593 | EXPANDABLE INTERVERTEBRAL IMPLANT - A joint spacer for therapeutically maintains separation of bones of a joint. A frame defines a longitudinal axis extending between distal and proximal ends. A carriage is slideably retained within the frame and has at least one ramped surface and a threaded portion. An actuator screw is threadably engaged with the threaded portion, and bears against said frame to cause the carriage to slideably move within the frame when the actuator screw is rotated. A first endplate engages a bone of the joint, and has at least one ramped surface that is mateable with the ramped surface of the carriage. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397594 | ARTICULATING INTERVERTEBRAL DEVICES, RELATED TOOLS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - An intervertebral implant may include a superior exterior surface, an inferior exterior surface, a first exterior lateral surface, and a second exterior lateral surface. The first and second exterior lateral surfaces may be substantially transverse to the superior and inferior exterior surfaces. The implant may further include a first curved end wall at a first longitudinal extremity of the body. The first curved end wall may include a bore configured to receive a first shaft of a tool. Additionally, the implant may include a second curved end wall at a second longitudinal extremity of the body and an elongated slot extending from a portion of the first curved end wall to a portion of the first exterior lateral surface. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397595 | SELF-PIVOTING SPINAL IMPLANT AND ASSOCIATED INSTRUMENTATION - An intervertebral implant includes an insertion end, an opposing engagement end, and first and second opposed main surfaces configured to contact respective adjacent vertebral endplates. Each of the first and second main surfaces has an anterior edge, a posterior edge, and extends between the insertion and engagement ends. Anterior and posterior walls are formed between the first and second main surfaces and along the respective anterior and posterior edges and converge at the insertion and engagement ends. A slot is formed at the engagement end and extends continuously between and at least partially along the anterior and posterior walls. A post is positioned within the slot, spaced from at least one of the anterior and posterior walls and extending at least partially between the first and second main surfaces. The post includes a plurality of exposed facets and is configured for engagement with a pivotable insertion instrument. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397596 | ENGINEERED STERILE CARTILAGE ALLOGRAFT IMPLANT PLUG WITH STERILE, SPECIFIC INSTRUMENT KIT(S) - An apparatus and a method are provided for performing cartilage allograft implant surgeries. The apparatus comprises an allograft plug kit comprising one or more grafts configured to treat osteochondral defects in various bone joint locations in a patient's body. Each of the grafts comprises a cartilage layer coupled with a bone portion. The cartilage layer comprises a thickness selected to closely match the thickness of existing cartilage at an implant location. The bone portion comprises surface features configured to encourage the patient's bone tissue to grow into the bone portion, thereby accelerating incorporation of the graft into the patient's bone. An instrument kit comprises a multiplicity of instruments configured for implantation of the grafts into the patient's body, including at least a graft inserter, a guidewire, a reamer, and a size gauge. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397597 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR THE FABRICATION OF MATERIALS AND TISSUES UTILIZING ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION - The present invention provides a three-dimensional bioprinter for fabricating cellular constructs such as tissues and organs using electromagnetic radiation (EMR) at or above 405 nm. The bioprinter includes a material deposition device comprising a cartridge for receiving and holding a composition which contains biomaterial that cures after exposure to EMR. The bioprinter also includes an EMR module that emits EMR at a wavelength of about 405 nm or higher. Also provided is a bioprinter cartridge which contains cells and a material curable at a wavelength of about 405 nm or greater. The cells are present in a chamber and are extruded through an orifice to form the cellular construct. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397598 | PROSTHETIC LEG KNEE JOINT, BRAKING DEVICE, AND LOAD POSITION DETECTOR - A prosthetic leg knee joint includes a thigh connection part that is provided on the thigh side, a lower leg part that is provided rotatably around a knee shaft connected to the thigh connection part, a four-bar link mechanism that sets an instant center S whose relative position with respect to the thigh connection part is substantially constant regardless of the relative position between the thigh connection part and the lower leg part, and a braking unit that brakes the movement of the lower leg part in accordance with the relative position between the instance center S set by the four-bar link mechanism and the lower leg part. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397599 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A CHANGE OF DAMPING IN AN ARTIFICIAL JOINT - A method for controlling a change of resistance in an artificial joint of an orthosis, an exoskeleton or prosthesis of a lower extremity. The artificial joint has an upper part and a lower part which are secured on each other so as to be pivotable about a pivot axis, a damper unit is secured between the upper part and the lower part in order to provide a resistance to flexion or extension of the artificial joint, and the damper unit is assigned an adjusting mechanism via which the resistance is changed when a sensor signal of a control unit assigned to the adjusting mechanism activates the adjusting mechanism. The resistance is changed as a function of the position and/or length of the measured or calculated leg tendon and/or the time derivatives thereof. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397600 | Tunable Actuator Joint Modules Having Energy Recovering Quasi-Passive Elastic Actuators for Use within a Robotic System - A tunable actuator joint module of a robotic assembly comprises an output member and an input member, where the output member is rotatable about an axis of rotation. A primary actuator (e.g., a motor) is operable to apply a torque to rotate the output member about the axis of rotation. A quasi-passive elastic actuator (e.g., rotary or linear pneumatic actuator) comprising an elastic component is tunable to a joint stiffness value and is operable to selectively release stored energy to apply an augmented torque to assist rotation of the output member and to minimize power consumption of the primary actuator. The tunable actuator joint module comprises a control system having a valve assembly controllably operable to switch the quasi-passive elastic actuator between an elastic state and an inelastic state during respective portions of movement of the robotic assembly (e.g., a hip or knee joint of an exoskeleton). Associated systems and methods are provided. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397601 | Method of Operating A Robotic System Having One or More Tunable Actuator Joint Modules Comprising A Quasi-Passive Elastic Actuator - A tunable actuator joint module of a robotic assembly comprises an output member and an input member, where the output member is rotatable about an axis of rotation. A primary actuator (e.g., a motor) is operable to apply a torque to rotate the output member about the axis of rotation. A quasi-passive elastic actuator (e.g., rotary or linear pneumatic actuator) comprising an elastic component is tunable to a joint stiffness value and is operable to selectively release stored energy to apply an augmented torque to assist rotation of the output member and to minimize power consumption of the primary actuator. The tunable actuator joint module comprises a control system having a valve assembly controllably operable to switch the quasi-passive elastic actuator between an elastic state and an inelastic state during respective portions of movement of the robotic assembly (e.g., a hip or knee joint of an exoskeleton). Associated systems and methods are provided. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397602 | AIR HAMMOCK FOR A PROSTHETIC - The invention is an air hammock for a prosthetic with dynamic conformity to better match to the underlying limb shape in real-time through a combination of structural support members with modularly adjustable compliant members thereby creating an air hammock for a prosthetic by suspending the limb within the socket without pressure on the bottom of the residual limb. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397603 | DEVICE FOR AORTIC REPAIR AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - An endovascularly deployed prosthetic includes a portion for being positioned within an ascending aorta. The prosthesis includes a replacement aortic valve on a proximal end thereof. The prosthesis includes an increased diameter portion that seals against the aorta at a more distal portion, and a pair of conduits extend from the increased diameter portion to the coronaries for fluidly coupling the coronaries to the prosthesis. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397604 | DEVICE FOR AORTIC REPAIR AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - An endovascularly deployed prosthetic includes a portion for being positioned within an ascending aorta. The prosthesis includes a replacement aortic valve on a proximal end thereof. The prosthesis includes an increased diameter portion that seals against the aorta at a more distal portion, and a pair of conduits extend from the increased diameter portion to the coronaries for fluidly coupling the coronaries to the prosthesis. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397605 | TOOL FOR PLACEMENT OF DEGRADEABLE OSTIAL STENT - A hand-held device is used to deliver and hydrate a temporary polymeric implant having a length, an outer surface and a cross-section, with a disruptable cover over the implant. A lumen may pass through the entire length, the lumen having a surface forming an equivalent diameter in the polymeric stent. The temporary polymeric implant includes a first aqueous-swellable, biocompatible and biodegradable composition (e.g., polymer) having a thickness. The aqueous-swellable and biodegradable polymer retaining structural integrity for at least 1 hours up to thirty days when swollen and kept moist by a moist aqueous environment. Barrier layers of biodegradable polymer(s) may be used to prevent migration of liquids into the lumen. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397606 | HAND ORTHOSIS AND METHOD FOR ADAPTING A HAND ORTHOSIS - A hand orthosis having a cuff for fixing the hand orthosis to a wrist joint or a lower arm of a wearer of the hand orthosis, at least one carrier element, and at least one hand support element that can be fixed to the carrier element. The hand support element includes a contour that is designed to be symmetrical to a longitudinal axis of the hand support element and includes a thumb support area on both sides of the longitudinal axis. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397607 | HAND ORTHOSIS AND SYSTEM HAVING A HAND ORTHOSIS - A hand orthosis having a cuff for fixing the hand orthosis to a wrist joint or a lower arm of a wearer of the hand orthosis, at least one support brace that extends radially or ulnarly next to a hand of the wearer in the direction of an extension of the lower arm, at least one carrier element arranged on the support brace, and a functional element detachable fixed to the carrier element. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397608 | Modular Knee Extension Device - A modular device is configured to provide different levels of knee extension to a patient by being moveable between an assembled or “rest” configuration and a detached or “therapy” configuration. The device includes a proximal section with an inclined upper surface and a separate distal section with an inclined upper surface. When attached, the proximal and distal sections form a single continuous incline for supporting a patient's leg. At least one of the sections also includes an ankle supporting cavity that holds the patient's ankle and heel and provides greater stretching/extension of the patient's knee. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397609 | ARTIFICIAL STOMA DEVICE - An artificial stoma device includes a hollow first unit and a second unit that are adapted to be respectively inserted into an upstream section and a downstream section of an intestine via an opening of a skin tissue and via a radial side opening of the intestine. The first unit has inlet and outlet portions. The inlet portion has an inlet opening at a distal end thereof that is adapted for facing the upstream section of the intestine. The outlet portion is connected to the inlet portion, and has an outlet opening that is opposite to and in spatial communication with the inlet opening and that is adapted to be exposed from the skin tissue via the opening. The inlet portion, the outlet portion and the second unit are molded as one piece. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397610 | GAS COLLECTOR - Enhanced convenience of use is achieved due to the fact that the gas collector, which includes a device for the anus gas discharge, a tube connected to the said device with its first end, and a gas collection container connected to the second end of the tube, is characterized by the fact that the first end of the tube is connected to the gas relief device detachably to allow the first end of the tube and the anus gas relief device to be disconnected by applying force along the tube. The force aimed at disconnecting the first end of the tube and the gas relief device can be to 5-7 kg. The gas collection container has a gas relief valve. This makes it possible for the user to release gases in a desired, ventilated location. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397611 | DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR PERSONALIZED SKIN TREATMENT FOR HOME USE - The present invention relates to a mask-shaped skin treatment device and system. The device comprises one or more coupling agent detectors configured to detect presence of coupling agent on one or more skin portions of a user and one or more heating elements configured to cause local heating of one or more skin portions of the user. The one or more heating elements are configured to cause heat selectively based on the presence of coupling agent measured by the one or more coupling agent detectors. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397612 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CHANGING AN IMPLANTED LENS - A device for altering an optical and/or mechanical property of a lens that is implanted in an eye, the device including a laser device, which has a laser beam source that provides a pulsed laser beam and an optical unit, which impinges on the implanted lens with the pulsed laser beam. The device also includes a control device, which controls the laser device such that the optical and/or mechanical property of the lens is altered on the basis of non-linear interaction between the laser beam and the lens material. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397613 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EYE TRACKING DURING EYE TREATMENT - A corneal cross-linking system includes a light source configured to emit a photoactivating light. The system includes a spatial light modulator configured to receive the photoactivating light from the light source and provide a pixelated illumination. The spatial light modulator defines a maximum area for the pixelated illumination. The system includes a controller configured to cause the spatial light modulator to project a first pixelated illumination onto the cornea to photoactivate a cross-linking agent applied to a treatment area. The first pixelated illumination has an area that is smaller than the maximum area defined by the spatial light modulator. The controller is configured to determine movement of the cornea. In response to the movement, the controller controls the spatial light modulator to project a second pixelated illumination to the treatment area based on a translation and/or transformation of the first pixelated illumination to continue photoactivating the cross-linking agent. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397614 | MULTI-FIBER MULTI-SPOT LASER PROBE WITH SIMPLIFIED TIP CONSTRUCTION - An example multi-fiber, multi-spot laser probe comprises a plurality of fibers extending from a proximal end of the laser probe to at least near a distal end of the laser probe, where the proximal end of the laser probe is configured to be coupled to a laser source via an adapter interface, and a cannula having a distal end and surrounding the plurality of fibers along at least a portion of the laser probe at or near the distal end of the laser probe, where a distal end of each of the plurality of fibers is angle-polished so that the distal end of each fiber is angled relative to a longitudinal axis of the cannula and relative to a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the cannula. Additional embodiments employ lensed fibers, a distal window, ball lens, lens array, or faceted wedge. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397615 | Welding Hood - A welding hood for protecting an operator's face comprising a face protective shield having a concave rearward side for receiving the operator's face, a viewing opening extending through the shield, wherein the viewing opening is located in a position in front of the eyes of the operator while the hood is fixed to the operator's head. The welding hood includes an eye box located adjacent the viewing opening. The eye box has walls framing the viewing opening and extend inwardly from the rearward side of the shield. The walls are configured for blocking reflective arc flashes and/or light from entering the operator's field of view during welding. The welding hood has sidewalls of varying width and a neck attachment for added protection. The welding hood also includes a lens located within the viewing opening and at least one strap for securing the welding hood to the operator's head. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397616 | ARC TIME RECORDING SYSTEM FOR AUTO-DARKENING WELDING HELMET - A welding helmet can record a welding time based on an arc intensity detected by a sensor mounted on the helmet. A configured level is compared with the arc intensity detected by the sensor to determine a welding duration. Individual welding times from multiple welding instances can be accumulated over a period of time to provide a total welding time for an operator. The total welding time may be stored in the welding helmet. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397617 | SYSTEMS, APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC SUBSTANCE TO THE TYMPANIC MEMBRANE - Systems, apparatus, and methods are described for delivering a therapeutic substance to the tympanic membrane of an ear of a subject, including a reservoir configured to contain the therapeutic substance and a delivery interface by which the therapeutic substance is delivered to the tympanic membrane. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397618 | NOISE-REDUCING EARMUFF - The present disclosure discloses a noise-reducing earmuff, comprising: an earmuff shell forming an earmuff cavity; a separator being installed in the earmuff cavity and forming an independent chamber; and a conduit being installed on the separator, the conduit being provided with an opening at each of the two ends thereof; wherein one of the openings being located in the chamber, and the other extending out of the chamber and being located in the earmuff cavity; wherein the chamber and the conduit form a low-frequency resonator whose resonance frequency is equivalent to a corner frequency of a low-pass filter formed by the earmuff. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397619 | Determining the Condition of a Wound - A product for monitoring the condition of a wound comprises: (a) a sample application zone; (b) a reaction zone downstream of the sample application zone comprising protease-sensitive polymers; (c) coloured particles; and (d) a viewing zone downstream of the sample application zone and reaction zone. The sample application zone transmits fluid towards the viewing zone. Cleavage of the polymers by protease activity present in applied wound fluid results in carriage of the coloured particles with the wound fluid to the viewing zone thereby providing a visual indication of protease activity in the viewing zone. A product for monitoring the condition of a wound comprises a matrix that absorbs wound fluid. The matrix comprises cross-linked and protease-sensitive polymers forming a reaction zone on/in the matrix, and, coloured particles. The arrangement of the polymers and coloured particles is such that cleavage of the polymers by protease activity present in the wound fluid results in transport of the coloured particles along/through the matrix to provide a visual indication of protease activity in the wound fluid. Companion products, uses, kits and methods of monitoring the condition of a wound are also provided. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397620 | HYBRID SILICONE AND ACRYLIC ADHESIVE COVER FOR USE WITH WOUND TREATMENT - Sealing members and methods of manufacturing the same are described. A first film layer and a second film layer each having a first side and a second side can be provided. A first adhesive can be coupled to the second side of the first film layer to form a first adhesive layer. A second adhesive can be coupled to the second side of the second film layer to form a second adhesive layer, and a third adhesive can be coupled to the first side of the second film layer to form a third adhesive layer. One or more perforations can be formed through the third adhesive layer, the second film layer, and the second adhesive layer. A first side of the third adhesive layer can be coupled to a second side of the first adhesive layer. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397621 | MEDICAL TAPE - In order to provide an elastic medical tape having an especially excellent elastic function and a high effect of alleviating persistent skin irritation during application duration caused by an application-duration shrink force, and applicable to skin that hypersensitively reacts to even insignificant irritation, disclosed is a medical tape for alleviating persistent skin irritation during application duration caused by an application-duration shrink force of an elastic base member of an elastic medical tape, the medical tape including: an elastic base member portion ( | 2020-12-24 |
20200397622 | STRETCHABLE STRUCTURE OF ABSORBENT ARTICLE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF THE SAME - A stretchable structure of an absorbent article has a first sheet layer made of a nonwoven fabric; a second sheet layer made of a nonwoven fabric and opposed to one side surface of the first sheet layer; and a plurality of elongated elastically stretchable members provided along the stretchable direction at intervals from each other between the first sheet layer and the second sheet layer. The first sheet layer and the second sheet layer have sheet bonded portions bonded via a hot melt adhesive disposed in a striped pattern that is intermittent in the longitudinal direction of the elastically stretchable members and continuously elongated in the direction intersecting with the elastically stretchable members, and either one of the first sheet layer and the second sheet layer is made of a low-adhesion nonwoven fabric having lower peel strength with respect to the hot melt adhesive than the other sheet layer. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397623 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING ABSORBENT ARTICLE - A method for producing an underpants-type disposable diaper including a stretchable region stretchable at least in one direction in an outer body. The stretchable region is formed by stacking an elastic film between a first sheet layer composed of a nonwoven fabric and a second sheet layer composed of a nonwoven fabric. When the elastic film is stretched in the stretching and contracting direction, the first sheet layer and the second sheet layer are joined via through holes formed in the elastic film at a large number of sheet bond portions arranged at intervals in each of a stretching and contracting direction and a direction orthogonal thereto, and in the sheet bond portions, the first sheet layer and the second sheet layer ( | 2020-12-24 |
20200397624 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH LEG CUFFS - A disposable absorbent article may include a chassis that includes a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet; and a leg gasketing system. The leg gasketing system may include an inner cuff and an outer cuff; the inner cuff may include an inner cuff folded edge and an inner cuff material edge and the outer cuff may include an outer cuff folded edge and an outer cuff material edge such that the web of material is folded laterally inward to form the outer cuff folded edge and folded laterally outward to form the inner cuff folded edge. The leg gasketing system may also include a leg gasketing system pocket with an opening on an inboard longitudinal edge of the pocket. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397625 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - In order to prevent degradation of appearance, prevent a decrease in flexibility, and improve non-elasticity in a non-stretchable region in an elastic film stretchable structure, the invention is characterized by having an elastic film stretchable structure ( | 2020-12-24 |
20200397626 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - In order to prevent degradation of appearance, prevent a decrease in flexibility, and improve non-elasticity in a non-stretchable region in an elastic film stretchable structure, the invention is characterized by having an elastic film stretchable structure ( | 2020-12-24 |
20200397627 | DISPOSABLE WEARING ARTICLE - A rising portion of a rising gather includes a main region having a first part extending toward the center in the width direction, a second part extending outward in the width direction from the tip of the first part, in the middle of the front-back direction including a crotch portion, and a support region composed of only a third part extending toward the center in the width direction, between the main region and a back fallen portion. The main region has a first gather elastic member attached to a tip end of the second part along the front-back direction. The support region has a second gather elastic member attached to the tip end of the third part along the front-back direction. The base edge side of the third part is a non-stretchable portion, and the third part has a layer that follows the second part of the main region. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397628 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHEET MATERIAL AND ABSORBENT ARTICLES INCLUDING SUCH MATERIAL - A three-dimensional sheet material can be provided with a pattern of various material treatments. The material treatments can include a pattern of embossments and a pattern of apertures. The three-dimensional sheet material can be utilized in a personal care absorbent article including, but not limited to, diapers, training pants, incontinence products, feminine hygiene products such as sanitary napkins and panty liners, as well as other absorbent article such as bandages and wound dressings. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397629 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH FUNCTION-FORMED TOPSHEET, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING - An absorbent article in the form of a feminine hygiene pad is disclosed. The article includes a topsheet formed of a section of formed nonwoven web material having an ordered arrangement of zones, each zone comprising one or more attenuated regions adjacent to one or more built-up regions, wherein the attenuated regions have a first average basis weight and the built-up regions have a second average basis weight. Through configuration of the regions and the ordered arrangement, inclusion of melt additive to the resin(s) from which the filaments are spun and/or application of a surfactant to a surface of the topsheet, the topsheet may be imparted with a Rewet of no greater than 0.50 g and an Acquisition Time of no greater than 25 seconds, balancing competing topsheet performance characteristics in a manner acceptable or preferable for consumers/users. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397630 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH FUNCTION-FORMED TOPSHEET, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING - An absorbent article is disclosed. The article includes a topsheet formed of a section of formed nonwoven web material having an ordered arrangement of zones, each zone comprising one or more attenuated regions adjacent to one or more built-up regions, wherein the attenuated regions have a first average basis weight and the built-up regions have a second average basis weight, wherein the first average basis weight is less than the second average basis weight, the difference in basis weights corresponding to disposition of the filaments according to the ordered arrangement. The attenuated region(s) may include a plurality of discrete low bulk portions arranged in a pattern disposed along a longitudinal axis of the article, which facilitate z-direction movement of fluid through the topsheet and inhibit spreading of a fluid stain along the topsheet in the x and y directions. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397631 | ABSORBENT CORE AND ABSORBENT ARTICLES COMPRISING SAID CORE - An absorbent core comprising: a front portion; a back portion; a middle portion positioned between the front portion and the back portion; and a longitudinal axis extending along a length of said core and crossing said front, middle and back portions, the absorbent core having a width extending perpendicular to said length and a perimeter comprising at least two opposing ends and at least two opposing sides positioned between said ends, said core being a multi-layer core comprising at least two distinct core layers, wherein a first core layer comprises a channel having a first shape and a second core layer comprises a further channel having a second shape and wherein the first and second core layers are disposed one on top of the other such that a third channel shape is formed along said core length and width, and wherein said first and second shapes are substantially the same and are different to said third shape. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397632 | TRACK DRIVE MODULE FOR AN EMERGENCY STRETCHER - A self-propelled track drive module for an emergency stretcher, includes a left-side track drive unit and a right-side track drive unit. A frame, having a front end and a rear end, is disposed between the left-side track drive unit and the right-side track drive unit. The frame has a mounting structure for receiving an emergency stretcher and for releasably securing the emergency stretcher to the frame. The mounting structure is configured to support the emergency stretcher such that rolling wheels of the emergency stretcher do not contact a ground surface therebelow when the emergency stretcher is in a mounted condition. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397633 | CHAIR WITH ROTATABLE ARMREST - The present disclosure provides a chair with a rotatable armrest, comprising a seat body, which is provided with an armrest, a backrest and a rotating member; wherein the backrest is arranged at a position on one end portion of the seat body, the rotating member is fixed on one end of the seat body near the backrest, the armrest is rotatablely connected with the seat body through the rotating member, and the armrest is capable of rotating roughly horizontally with respect to the seat body. According to the present disclosure, a user can leave the chair from one side of the seat body, moreover, when the user is leaving the chair, the rotated armrest can still provide help for the user. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397634 | APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR BOOSTING, TRANSFERRING, TURNING AND POSITIONING A PATIENT - A system for use with an inflatable device includes an air output and a nozzle at a distal end of the air output. The nozzle includes a lip extending radially from the nozzle and configured to retain the nozzle in a port of the inflatable device. The lip has a non-circular shape around the nozzle. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397635 | MULTIPURPOSE PERSON RELOCATION DEVICE - A person relocation device includes sheet which defines a person space for a person. The sheet includes a left lateral strap, a right lateral strap, a head end strap and a foot end strap. Each strap is attached to the sheet only at a perimeter thereof and does not extend into the person space. The straps are adapted to be connected to a hoist so that when all of the straps are so connected and tensioned by the weight of the person the sheet suspends the person in a seated posture. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397637 | SPINE SURGERY TABLE PAD - According to the present disclosure, a patient support system includes patient support tops for accommodating various body positions of a patient occupying the patient support tops. The patient support system may include various features to accommodate patient body positioning to facilitate surgical access. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397638 | Cremation vessel and display - Described herein is a cremation vessel and display device. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397639 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPLEMENTING AN EXERCISE PROTOCOL FOR OSTEOGENESIS AND/OR MUSCULAR HYPERTROPHY - A method and system for implementing an exercise protocol for osteogenesis and/or muscular hypertrophy are disclosed. A method may include initiating, based on the exercise protocol, a warmup session for a first exercise, where the warmup session specifies applying a first target load threshold for a first period of time. The method includes determining the warmup session is complete after the first period of time elapses. Responsive to determining the warmup session is complete, the method includes initiating, based on the exercise protocol, a resting session specifying not applying loads for a second period of time. The method includes determining the resting session is complete after the second period of time elapses. Responsive to determining the resting session is complete, the method includes initiating, based on the exercise protocol, an exercise session specifying applying a second target load threshold for a third period of time. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397640 | Arm Bar - The instant invention directs to a physical therapy device and a method for manufacturing the device, in particular, an arm bar. The arm bar includes 3D-printed components constructed utilizing PLA filament. This simplified the fabrication process, as well as allowed for the 3D models to be adjusted quickly and reprinted until the positioning on the arm was strong, reliable, and functional. The major advantages of 3D-printing components are that they are relatively inexpensive and can be rapidly prototyped. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397641 | ASSISTIVE DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - The present disclosure provides an assistive device and a control method thereof. The assistive device is adjustable for fitting different user. The control method of the assistive device is used for aiding user with moving and training. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397642 | FLEXURE BASED MOBILITY AID TIP - A mobility aid tip including a resilient toe flexure having a first toe end and a second toe end. A resilient heel flexure having a front heel end and a bottom heel end wherein the vertical plane of the mobility aid tip is offset with the axis of the mobility aid and the first toe end is positioned forwardly from the axis of the mobility aid. The bottom heel end is positioned rearward from the axis of the mobility aid. A toe pad secures the front toe end of the toe flexure and a heel pad secures the bottom heel end of the heel flexure. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397643 | WALKER - A walker comprising a handle base and a frame. The handle base is configured to be gripped by a user of the walker. The frame is coupled with the handle base and configured to support the handle base above ground underlying the walker. The handle base and the frame cooperate to define a user space sized to allow the user of the walker to stand in the user space. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397644 | MASSAGE CHAIR CAPABLE OF MASSAGING FRONT BODY REGION - A massage chair capable of massaging the front body region is proposed. In the massage chair, one end is rotatably coupled to the backrest part and the backrest part for supporting the user's back, and includes a front massage part for massaging the user's abdomen or chest. According to the present configuration, there is proposed a massage chair capable of performing massage even in a front body region of a person to be treated, such as a chest or an abdomen. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397645 | Chair-Type Massager - An armrest portion of a chair-type massager includes a side wall disposed generally upright at either of the left and right sides of a seat portion. An air bag configured to press the thighs of a treated person is provided on a seat side face which is the side face of the armrest portion facing the seat portion along the left-right axis. The seat side face includes a side face of the side wall facing the seat portion and an installation face. The installation face, at least when the air bag is inflated, inclines the further to the seat portion side along the left-right axis the higher up. At least part of the air bag is provided on the installation face. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397646 | Massage Machine - A massage machine includes a seat on which a person to be treated sits, and a side wall part disposed at the outside of the seat in a left and right direction. The side wall part includes a medical treatment unit configured to provide medical treatment for a specific body part of the person to be treated who sits on the seat, and an operation unit disposed and fixed to the inside or the outside of the medical treatment unit in the left and right direction. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397647 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MULTIPLE PULSES FOR TREATMENT OF PERIPHERAL ARTERY CONDITIONS - Arterial compression methods and apparatus may include high-frequency pulse waveforms applied to one or more cuffs on a limb. Additionally or alternatively, they may include high inflation rate configurations, such as may be used to more quickly inflate a cuff on a limb. They may also include inflating a cuff on a limb using a plurality of inflation pulses. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397648 | Portable tool for sciatic and lower back pain relief with 2 detachable pressure balls for deep tissue massage - A portable apparatus to relief sciatic and lower back pain. The apparatus has an L-shape with an extended curvy corner for more stability. The apparatus includes two pressure balls for different intensity of deep tissue therapy, a metal nut and a metal screw. With the screw hinged into the pressure ball, the screw will go thru a small hole located in the back side of the apparatus and will position firmly the pressure ball. A metal nut will secure the screw in place. The bottom side of the apparatus is slightingly curved, so it can fit comfortably the buttocks natural shape while sitting on it to secure apparatus in place; and the pressure ball will press against the area of pain. The apparatus and the pressure balls are made from recycle plastic material. The apparatus will have two different length sizes options to fit different body types. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397649 | Spine Extension Roller - The invention is embodied in an apparatus for extending the human back. The preferred apparatus has a frame of transverse and longitudinal members, and a roller | 2020-12-24 |
20200397650 | TELESCOPING MASSAGE ROLLER AND ASSEMBLY OF A PHYSICAL FITNESS CAGE WITH A TELESCOPING MASSAGE ROLLER - A roller device, including a first tube having a first diameter, and a through-bore having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter, the through-bore extending through and concentric with the first tube, a first rod having a third diameter smaller than the second diameter, a first end, and a second end, where the second end of the first rod is operatively arranged to telescopingly engage with the through-bore of the first tube, a second rod having a fourth diameter equal to the third diameter, a first end and a second end, where the first end of the second rod is operatively arranged to telescopingly engage with the through-bore of the first tube, at least one roller arranged to rotate about the first tube, and a first handle fixedly secured to the first end of the first rod. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397651 | MASSAGE BALL ASSEMBLY WITH SEPARATE TILTING FRAME AND MASSAGE CHAIR WITH MASSAGE BALL ASSEMBLY APPLIED - A massage ball assembly is for a massage chair. The massage ball assembly includes: a main frame; one or more tilting frames mounted to be rotatable with respect to the main frame; massage balls each mounted on the one or more tilting frames; and heating balls each mounted on the one or more tilting frames. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397652 | Multi-direction operable massage chair - A multi-direction operable massage chair includes a seat positioning device; a seat sensor of a limit member; a neck massaging device; a shoulder massaging device, and an arm massaging device together configured to move along a main rail in the y-axis direction; a back massaging device; a leg positioning device; a vibrational massaging seat including an adjustment member and two adjustment cylinders; a plurality of roller members configured to roll in different directions; first, second, third, and fourth infrared temperature sensors configured to sense temperatures of the arms, the neck, the back, and the legs of the user respectively; a board adjustment member of the leg massaging device configured to extend or retract; a board of the leg massaging device configured to rotate; and a pivotal armrest link. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397653 | CHEST COMPRESSION DEVICES FOR USE WITH IMAGING SYSTEMS, AND METHODS OF USE OF CHEST COMPRESSION DEVICES WITH IMAGING SYSTEMS - Devices and methods for performing CPR on a patient within an imaging field of an imaging device. The device has a compression belt and a belt tensioning mechanism, both located on or in the device such that the head, neck, thorax and abdomen of the patient may be place within the imaging field with the compression belt installed about the patient and the belt tensioning mechanism will be located outside of the imaging field | 2020-12-24 |
20200397654 | Microbubble Device Controller and System with the Microbubble Device Controller - A microbubble device controller includes a box, and a first water pipe, a gas pipe and a bypass pipe installed in the box. The first water pipe is connected to a pump and has a first electromagnetic control valve to open or close the first water pipe. The gas pipe is connected to a gas source and the pump, and has a second electromagnetic control valve to open or close the gas pipe. The bypass pipe is connected to the first water pipe and has a pressure switch in telecommunication connection with the second electromagnetic control valve. The first electromagnetic control valve controls the first water pipe to be in the high flow state or a closed state to affect the bypass pipe. When the bypass pipe is in a high pressure state, the second electromagnetic control valve opens the gas pipe, or closes the gas pipe otherwise. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397655 | FOOT SPA TUB PUMP AND METHOD - A foot spa tub includes a tub basin, a first magnetic drive member rotatably coupled to a drive motor, and a first casing supporting the magnetic drive member. The first casing is disposed against an exterior surface of a sidewall of the basin. A second magnetic drive member is rotatably coupled to a blade. The first and second magnetic drive members are magnetically coupled to each other so that the blade is drivingly coupled to the drive motor. A nozzle houses the second magnetic drive member and the blade. The nozzle is detachably securable to an interior surface of the sidewall by a magnetic attraction force between the first and second magnetic drive members. A method of circulating liquid in a foot tub spa is also provided. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397656 | THERAPEUTIC EYE TREATMENT WITH GASES - An apparatus to maintain an environment over an anterior surface of a patient eye can include an enclosure sized and shaped to be seated about the patient eye to form a cavity within the enclosure. The enclosure can be configured to contain a fluid other than ambient air in contact with the patient eye. The apparatus can include a fluid regulator in communication with the enclosure, where the fluid regulator can be configured to regulate the composition of the fluid contained within the enclosure. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397657 | PORT-EQUIPPED BAG AND CAP-EQUIPPED BAG - A port-equipped bag includes a bag body formed in a bag shape with a sheet, and a cylindrical port member attached to the bag body, and an inner plug and a cap can be attached to the port member. The port member includes an attaching target portion that is covered by the cap in a case in which the cap is attached thereto and an annular lip protruding outward from the port member. The lip has an annular engagement surface facing the bag body, and the engagement surface has an angle of 45° to 135° with respect to an outer peripheral surface of the attaching target portion in a cross section in an axial direction of the attaching target portion. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397658 | CONTINUOUS MANUFACTURING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A continuous manufacturing system continuously manufactures a product from a powder of a raw material. The system includes a first processing device that performs first processing on the powder of the raw material; a second processing device that performs second processing on the powder on which the first processing device has performed the first processing; and an inspection and sorting device including an inspection chamber into which powder sent from the first processing device flows. When a prescribed amount of the powder has accumulated in the inspection chamber, the inspection and sorting device inspects the powder inside the inspection chamber after blocking a path connecting the first processing device to the inspection chamber. When the inspection ends, the inspection and sorting device removes the blocking after discharging the powder from inside the inspection chamber. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397659 | DRINKING STRAW WITH INTERNAL COATING - A drinking straw having an internal coating for delivery of an active agent when the straw is used to consume a beverage is provided. The active agent includes sweetener, flavour, a nutrient and/or a pharmaceutical and optionally colour. The coating is prepared by mixing a modified cellulose with water to form a paste or gel. The coating is then used to coat the inside sur face of a drinking straw to a thickness of up to 1 mm. The coating is dried to reduce the water content to less than 5% by weight. Li quid drawn through the straw breaks down the modified cellulose releasing the active agent into the liquid, for consumption. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397660 | MEDICINE DISPENSING SYSTEM HAVING STAIR-STEP DOSING INDICATORS - A medicine dispensing device, configured to contain a liquid medicine to be dispensed by the medicine dispensing device and having a plurality of dosing indicia spaced apart from each other around and in relation to a circumference of a surface of the medicine dispensing device, each dosing indicia being of a different height relative to a reference level and corresponding to different dose of the liquid medicine. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397661 | REMOTELY-EXECUTED MEDICAL THERAPY DEVICE - Devices, systems, and software for providing remote medical therapy to a subject comprising: an apparatus for dispensing one or more medical items from an inventory of medical items, the inventory of medical items risk profiled to a subject, a population, a venue, or a situation; and a connector device comprising: at least one means for communicating with the apparatus for dispensing one or more medical items from an inventory of medical items; at least one means for communicating with a technology device; and a software module enabling communications between the apparatus for dispensing one or more medical items from an inventory of medical items and the technology device. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397662 | DELIVERY DEVICE FOR DRUG PELLETS - There is provided a device for dispensing one or more drugs in pellet form, including a cartridge including a chamber for containing a plurality of drugs in pellet form, a screw pump configured to receive pellets from the chamber and, upon rotation of the screw pump, transport the pellets from the chamber to be dispensed from the device via the screw pump, and a rotating member extending through the cartridge and configured to rotate the screw pump so as to dispense pellets therefrom. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397663 | STORAGE RACK STRUCTURE AND STORAGE PANEL MODULE THEREOF - A storage rack structure and a storage panel module thereof are disclosed. The storage panel module includes an inclined carrying panel, a rolling unit and a plurality of storage boxes. The inclined carrying panel has an inclined top wall and a first lateral side and a second lateral side arranged at two sides of the inclined top wall, and a height of the inclined top wall is gradually reduced from the first lateral side to the second lateral side. The rolling unit is disposed on the inclined top wall and crossly arranged between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. The storage boxes are disposed on the inclined top wall and the rolling unit and adjacently arranged between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. Accordingly advantages of easily taking out medicines and efficiently managing expire dates of the medicines are provided. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397664 | STUFFED ANIMAL BOTTLE HOLDER APPARATUS - A stuffed animal bottle holder apparatus for securing a baby bottle to a car seat or stroller includes a stuffed torso. A pair of hind legs and a head are coupled to the torso. The head has a pair of eyes, a pair of ears, and a nose coupled to a snout portion. The snout portion has a bottle cavity extending into the torso that is configured to receive the baby bottle. A bottle ring is coupled to the head. A pair of arms coupled to the torso and a pair of hands coupled to the pair of arms are used to secure the apparatus to the car seat. Each of the pair of hands comprises a palm and a plurality of fingers coupled to the palm. The torso, the pair of hind legs, the head, the pair of arms, and the pair of hands form a stuffed animal. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397665 | BABY BOTTLE HOLDING DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A support system for a baby bottle includes a support body. The support body includes a first rim at a first end defining a first opening, a second rim at a second end defining a second opening, a channel extending between the first opening and the second opening, a slot extending between the first end and the second end, a neck portion configured to be positioned about a bottle neck of a baby bottle, and a generally convex or generally concave portion extending between the neck portion and the second end. The support system also includes a pair of handle portions coupled to the support body. Each handle portion includes a handle grip portion and a handle attachment portion. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397666 | NASOGASTRIC DEVICE AND METHOD - A nasogastric device and method is provided, including a first flexible tube configured to be threaded through the nose of a patient, down the esophagus and into the stomach for enteral feeding, a second flexible tube disposed adjacent to the first tube having a distal end, the distal end of said second tube configured to terminate inside the esophagus for delivery of liquids to the esophagus or for sampling of the local environment, an inflatable balloon configured around said first and second flexible tubes, a third flexible tube configured to inflate said inflatable balloon; and a fourth flexible tube communicating with an exterior portion of said inflatable balloon, the fourth tube configured to transport suspensions or solutions of materials; and an elastomeric sleeve which is used to control delivery of therapeutic suspensions of solutions of materials to the exterior of the device to the adjacent esophageal tissue. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397667 | SELF COLLAPSING FEEDING TUBE WITH CLEANING MECHANISM - The present disclosure describes a delivery device. The delivery device of the present disclosure can include one or more pullout resistors that can anchor the delivery device to the patient's abdomen. The pullout resistors can reduce feeding tube migration. The delivery device can include pullout resistors that anchor the delivery device with the abdomen rather than inflatable bumpers or balloons that can obstruct the intestine. When implanted, the pullout resistors can lie between the small intestine and intraabdominal wall. The pullout resistors can prevent inadvertent retrograde displacement of the delivery device without obstructing the lumen of the intestine. The pullout resistors can be flexible to enable a healthcare professional to apply an external retraction force to remove the delivery device. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397668 | BONDABLE MICROCAPSULES AND SURFACE FUNCTIONALIZED FILLERS - A composition comprising microcapsules functionalized with polymerizable functional groups on the surface of said microcapsules wherein the functional groups form covalent bonds with monomers in the continuous phase to enhance the mechanical properties of the composition. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397669 | COSMETIC MASK KIT PACKED IN BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING MATERIAL - Disclosed is a cosmetic mask kit packed in a biodegradable packaging material, wherein the use of the mask kit of the present disclosure can be eco-friendly since the mask kit is designed as a 100% biodegradable product, and the mask kit of the present disclosure can significantly improve the satisfaction of a customer since a mask sheet can implement various feelings of use according to the preference of a user. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397670 | OXYGEN GENERATING FACE MASKS - A composition for healing or improving skin includes a fabric or material impregnated with an oxygen generating material. The fabric may include a first side in contact with the skin for providing oxygen to the skin and a second side between the oxygen generating material and the air surrounding the skin to form a barrier for retaining heat and inhibiting evaporation. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397671 | COSMETIC COMPOSITION WITH MULTIPLE EMULSION FORMULATION HAVING LAMELLAR LIQUID CRYSTAL STRUCTURE - The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition of a multiple emulsion formulation having a lamellar liquid crystal structure, and a method for preparing the same. More particularly, the cosmetic composition is prepared using different single emulsification type emulsions, i.e. a W/O type emulsion and an O/W type emulsion which has a lamellar liquid crystal structure, or using a mixture having constituent ingredients thereof. Thus, the present invention has effects of stably maintaining effective ingredients of the cosmetic composition, and enhancing the feeling of use. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397672 | SURFACE-REACTED CALCIUM CARBONATE FOR MODIFYING THE BIOMECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF THE SKIN - The present invention refers to the use of a surface-reacted calcium carbonate in a cosmetic and/or skin care composition as an agent for modifying the biomechanical properties of the skin. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397673 | AN ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION - This invention relates to an antimicrobial composition more particularly a personal care or cleansing composition for care or cleansing of hair or body. It more particularly relates to combination of crystal habit modified zinc oxide with zinc pyrithione that interact to provide synergistic antimicrobial efficacy for anti-dandruff benefits. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397674 | SUNSCREEN COMPOSITION - A sunscreen composition is provided. The sunscreen composition includes non-nano zinc oxide, a carrier, and a component selected from the group consisting of a humectant, a thickener, a dispersing agent, an emulsifier, an emollient, a preservative, an antioxidant, an odorant, and combinations thereof. The sunscreen composition complies with the natural product standard governed by Cosmetics Organic and Natural Standard (non-profit) (“COSMOS-standard AISBL”). | 2020-12-24 |
20200397675 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING SOLUBILITY OF SPARINGLY WATER-SOLUBLE COMPONENT - A method for improving the solubility of a sparingly water-soluble component, the method including blending a compound represented by general formula (1) below with the sparingly water-soluble component in the presence of water. In formula (1), R | 2020-12-24 |
20200397676 | COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - The present invention relates to substituted stilbenes and dienones which exhibit unexpected dual activity, as inhibitors of NFκB and as agonists (activators) of Nrf2. In particular, these compounds show dual activity and it has been discovered that these compounds are particularly useful in the treatment of certain cosmetic applications and in rejuvenating and beautifying skin and other keratinous tissue of a subject in need. Cosmetic compositions and methods of using said compositions in combination with other components are disclosed herein. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397677 | COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS - Suggested is a cosmetic composition, comprising
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20200397678 | METHODS OF SKIN WHITENING BY USE OF CANOLA EXTRACTS - Compositions and methods for lightening skin are provided. A method for lightening skin may include the step of identifying skin where lightening or whitening is desired and topically applying to the skin a composition including (a) a skin lightening agent comprising a canola extract and (b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier. A method for treating hyperpigmentation may include the step of identifying skin containing areas of hyperpigmentation and topically applying to the skin a composition including (a) a canola extract and (b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397679 | HAIR-COLORING COMPOSITION AND METHOD - Hair dye composition and method of dyeing hair that targets only at least one grey part using a permanent hair dye component comprising a specific volume percentage of a particulate pigment to permanent hair dye component. The purpose of some embodiments of the invention is to delay the need for women to dye their hair in full. At least one pigment particle (about 0.0770 ml or about 1/64th of a teaspoon) may be added to a bottle of 71 ml of permanent hair dye, which allows the permanent hair dye composition to become visible and allows for more accuracy during application. Using small quantities of 5 cc per application (hair dye: 2.5 ml; developer: 2.5 ml) reduces the amount of dye applied to needless areas of the hair. The use of a make-up sponge stick allows for better accuracy. The composition is multi-use, and provides for 28 applications (71 ml bottle of dye and 71 ml of developer), and will save users time and money. All these characteristics provide for a hair dye composition that significantly reduces the amount of harmful chemicals applied to users' hair. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397680 | HAIR COSMETIC - The present invention relates to a hair cosmetic containing the following components (A) to (E):
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20200397681 | COSMETIC HAIR PREPARATION - The present invention relates to a hair cosmetic containing the following components (A) and (B):
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20200397682 | Hair Growth Composition and Method - The present invention relates to clear compositions for and methods of retarding hair loss or facilitating hair growth comprising a hair growth active, a C | 2020-12-24 |
20200397683 | HAIR DYE KIT - The object of the present disclosure is a multi-component packaging unit (kit-of-parts) for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human hair, which contains separately from one another
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20200397684 | PROCESS FOR DYEING HAIR - The subject of the present disclosure is a process for dyeing human hair, in which
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20200397685 | FRAGRANCE-ENHANCING COMPOSITIONS - Long-lasting fragrance compositions are provided for. The fragrance compositions can include at least one fragrance compound and a glycoside. The glycoside can be selected from a Steviol glycoside, a glucosylated Steviol glycoside, a derivative of a Steviol glycoside, a derivative of a glucosylated Steviol glycoside, or combinations thereof. Also provided for are products including a long-lasting fragrance composition as above. The products can include perfumes, body care products, cosmetics, cleaning and laundry products, and the like. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397686 | Methods of Reducing Burning or Stinging Sensation Attributed to Certain Compositions - A method for inhibiting, reducing or eliminating a stinging or burning sensation in the oral cavity caused by exposure to or ingestion of composition that induces the sensation, comprising contacting the oral cavity with an effective amount of at least one sophorolipid before or simultaneously with exposure to the composition. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397687 | COMPOSITE PARTICLES, METHOD OF PRODUCING COMPOSITE PARTICLES AND DRY POWDER OF COMPOSITE PARTICLES, SKIN APPLICATION COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SKIN APPLICATION COMPOSITION - Composite particles that are biodegradable and easy to handle while maintaining the characteristics of cellulose nanofibers, a method of producing composite particles, a dry powder containing the composite particles, and a skin application composition and a method of producing the skin application composition. A composite particle contains at least one type of particle and fine cellulose with which at least part of a surface of the particle is coated, wherein the particle and the fine cellulose are inseparable. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397688 | SILICONE-FREE COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS - Embodiments of the present application relates to cosmetic compositions and cosmetic products free or substantially free of synthetic silicones. The cosmetic composition comprises one or more plant extracts rich in natural silicon (e.g., a bamboo extract), a unique blend of fatty acid esters derived from plant sources and also saccharides derived from plants. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397689 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT - The present invention provides a mixture for the use of synergic treating scalp and hair-disorders, the mixture comprises at least one first compound having premixing specific rotation value, Formula I, peaks within RTs 8.23-8.82 min., at least one second compound, having a Formula II, and RTs 12.67, 12.84, 13.14 and 18.14 min., and at least one third compound having a Formula III and RTs 11.52, 11.59, 15.53, 17.21 and 18.15 min; wherein the mixture is characterized by post mixture specific rotation value Formula IV and by GCMS first, second and third peaks of retention time 11.55, 11.94 and 12.69 min., respectfully; wherein the mixture is characterized by the first peak (11.55 min) to the second peak (11.94 min) ratio between 1:7 to 1:2; the second peak to the third peak (12.69 min.) ratio between 1:4 to 3:2; and the first peak to the third peak ratio of between 1:12 to 1:3 as determined by GCMS peak areas; and further wherein the GCMS is Model GCD 1800, utilized under the following conditions: preparation for analysis was performed by basic extraction (pH 10) in dichloromethane, 3 times, ratio of 1 to 5 sample to solvent; acid extraction (pH −3) in dichloromethane, 3 times, ratio of 1 to 5 sample to solvent; consolidation of the extracts and evaporating in vacuum to a volume of 10 ml; injection of 2 microliters of the sample into the GCMS, using the following program: 60 degrees C. for 7 minutes, increasing at 15 degrees C. per minute to 320 degrees C., staying at 320 degrees C. for 15 minutes. | 2020-12-24 |
20200397690 | THERAPEUTIC METHODS FOR THE TREATMENT OF DIABETES AND RELATED CONDITIONS FOR PATIENTS WITH HIGH BASELINE HbA1c - The present invention is directed to treatments for a disease or condition, in a subject in need thereof, that provide alternatives to treatment by injection that give, relative to treatment by injection, improved treatment outcomes, 100% treatment compliance, reduced side effects, and rapid establishment and/or termination of substantial steady-state drug delivery. The method includes providing continuous delivery of a drug from an implanted osmotic delivery device, wherein substantial steady-state delivery of the drug at therapeutic concentrations is achieved within about 7 days after implantation of the osmotic delivery device in the subject and the substantial steady-state delivery of the drug from the osmotic delivery device is continuous over a period of at least about 3 months. In one embodiment, the present invention is directed to treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus using insulinotrophic peptides. In embodiments, a subject has a baseline HbA1c % of greater than 6.5% or 10.0%. | 2020-12-24 |