Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed that relate to a stabilization and cooling apparatus having a stabilizing structure with at least one inflatable chamber, the stabilizing structure configured to become semi-rigid upon inflation of the at least one inflatable chamber. A cooling structure is integrated with the stabilizing structure and includes a single-use cooling element and a thermally conductive material in thermal communication with the single-use cooling element. The apparatus also has an actuator configured to cause inflation of at least one inflatable chamber.

Abstract: An Umbilical Forming Device is provided for enhancing healing of an umbilical wound, scar, or contour in a subject following a surgery involving the umbilicus, including but not limited to an abdominoplasty. The Umbilical Forming Device comprises a flexible body configured for use during healing of the umbilical wound. In some aspects, the flexible body is free of any holes. In other aspects, the flexible body comprises a wall, wherein the wall defines a hollow cavity and comprises one or more holes configured to facilitate drainage of secretions and/or ventilation of the umbilical wound, including wherein the flexible body further comprises proximal and/or distal openings configured to facilitate observation of the healing of the umbilical wound, removal of any secretions from the umbilical wound, and/or administration of one or more therapeutic agents to the umbilical wound. Methods of use and kits comprising the devices disclosed herein are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wound covering with prominent biocompatible and accelerated wound-healing and its preparation method thereof. The wound covering comprises a film prepared from collagen and Dopa-containing protein—mussel adhesive protein, which is immobilized on collagen by chemical cross-linking, thus enhances the stability of protein structure and maintains the activity of collagen and mussel adhesive protein. The wound covering has excellent mechanical strength and can be trimmed into any shape; it accelerates tissue epithelisation and promotes wound healing with good biocompatibility, non-adhesive to the wound and no further wound damages.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an expandable compression bandage. The expandable compression bandage includes: an adhesive bandage part; and a pressing part including a solvent storage part and an expandable part. The solvent storage part is configured to be attached to a part of an adhesive surface of the adhesive bandage part and to store a swelling solvent, and the expandable part is configured to be disposed beneath the solvent storage part. The expandable part is swollen and expanded when the swelling solvent stored in the solvent storage part is absorbed thereinto.

Abstract: A device (10) having a body (12) informed from as a one-piece single unit having a first tray portion (16) for receiving the upper dental arch of the oral cavity of the wearer and a second tray portion (14) for receiving the lower dental arch of the oral cavity of the wearer. Integrally formed therewith and connecting the two tray portion s are two connecting portions (18), (20) which are flexible and the two tray section are of a design or material or combination of design and material selected to achieve retention of the trays on the teeth of a user.

Abstract: A sheath shaped barrier device including an expandable feature is disclosed herein. The sheath shaped barrier device includes an elongated tube with a first end defining an enclosed tip and a second end defining an opening dimensioned to receive male genitalia. At least one sealed passage is defined along the elongated tube. A container is positioned proximal to the second end of elongated tube and in fluid communication with the at least one sealed passage. The container includes partitioned quantities of a liquid, citric acid, and sodium bicarbonate. The container is configured to rupture upon application of a predetermined force to allow the liquid, the citric acid, and the sodium bicarbonate to mix with each other upon the application of the predetermined force.

Abstract: A compact, inflatable medical backboard device is disclosed herein. The backboard device comprises an inflatable backboard, a protective cover, one or more straps for handling the backboard, a protective layer, a housing, and a wheel assembly for easily transporting the device, and that also serves as a pump for purposes of inflating the backboard if a source of compressed gas is not readily available. The medical backboard device can also be used as a shield to protect a user from small arms fire and other unwanted projectiles, and is easily adaptable to its surroundings.

Abstract: An eating assistance device includes a curved plate and a handle. The curved plate is sized and configured to be disposed within an oral cavity of a mouth between a cheek and adjacent teeth. The curved plate is sized and configured to follow an exterior contour of the adjacent teeth along a lateral side of the mouth. The curved plate is sized and configured to span a gap between top and bottom teeth of the adjacent teeth when a jaw within the mouth is opened to retain food items within the oral cavity. The curved plate has top and bottom edges that are substantially parallel. The handle extends from the mouth plate and is disposed on an exterior of the mouth when the curved plate is disposed within the oral cavity.

Abstract: There is disclosed a distraction system. In an embodiment, a distraction system includes a table mount having a configuration for attachment to side rails of a surgical table. A patient support is provided in connection with the table mount and supports buttocks of a patient. An adjustable perineal post is provided in an adjustable connection with the patient support. A leg mount is in connection with the table mount, and has a configuration for supporting one or more leg support assemblies. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: An ankle foot orthopaedic apparatus (10) includes a sole (66), a control part (18), and a connection arrangement (16) for connecting the sole (66) to the control part (18) for controlling or guiding the orientation of the sole (66) in use. The sole (66) includes a sole connector part (20), which comprises part of the connection arrangement (16). The control part (18) includes a control part connector part (22), which comprises part of the connection arrangement (16). The connection arrangement (16) permits movement of the apparatus (10) between a connected condition, in which the sole (66) is connected to the control part (18), and a disconnected condition, in which the sole (66) is disconnected from the control part (18).

Abstract: Methods, computer program products, and systems are presented. The methods, computer program products, and systems can include, for instance: detecting, by machine logic, an event in a patient environment, wherein the event includes a body part of a patient moving to a location within a threshold distance of a point of interest, the point of interest being a location in the patient environment which if subject to contact by the body part poses risk to the patient; determining, by machine logic, one or more action to perform to control movement of the body part in response to the detecting the event in the patient environment; performing the one or more action to control movement of the body part in response to the detecting the event in the patient environment.

Abstract: Apparatus (20, 200) including a leaf spring assembly (22, 220) shaped to define a first end (32), a second end (34), and a middle portion (36) including a plurality of layered leaf springs (40). The spring is placed across a joint such that the first end is placed against a first location on a first side of the joint, and the second end is placed against a second location on a second side of the joint. When the leaf spring is constrained between the first and second locations, the middle portion (36) bridges a gap (120) formed between the middle portion and the joint. Additionally, a position of a first portion of a limb on the first side of the joint is maintained at a desired angle with respect to a second portion of the limb on the second side of the joint. Other embodiments are also described.

Abstract: A partially transparent dressing includes a fluid management core having a first side and a second, wound-facing side. The fluid management core includes an absorbent material and a plurality of optically transparent windows. The dressing includes a barrier layer coupled to the first side and a patient interface layer coupled to the second side. A fluid communication port is disposed in the second side. An opening is disposed in the patient interface layer. The opening is configured to receive fluid from a wound.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides generally for a therapeutic recovery device for medical rehabilitation. The therapeutic recovery device may comprise a compression device. The compression device may provide compressive force that provides relief. The therapeutic recovery device may comprise at least one securing mechanism. When the therapeutic recovery device comprises at least one sensor, the at least one sensor may provide feedback on the user's health. The therapeutic recovery device may comprise one or more straps. The one or more straps may allow the therapeutic recovery device to be secured in a plurality of orientations. The therapeutic recovery device may comprise at least one holder. When the therapeutic recovery device comprises at least one holder, the holder may comprise one or more pockets. The therapeutic recovery device may interface with at least one external device. The therapeutic recovery device may comprise a cover.

Abstract: A multi-component frame includes a first component made from a rigid structural material and a second component connected to at least an end portion the first component. The first component is constructed from a metal or metal alloy, and the second component is constructed from a material different from the first component. The first and second components form at least part of a length of the multi-component frame.

Abstract: A compression garment for correcting a lower body shape and a walking gait for an angular deformity of the legs, according to the present embodiment, comprises: a bottom garment main body; and a correction band disposed on the bottom garment main body, wherein the correction band includes a first correction band disposed in a first area of the bottom garment main body and a second correction band disposed in a second area of the bottom garment main body, the first correction band composed of a first part disposed above the first area, a second part disposed below the first area, and a third part connecting the first part of the first correction band and the second part of the first correction band, and the second correction band composed of a first part disposed above the second area, a second part disposed below the second area, and a third part connecting the first part of the second correction band and the second part of the second correction band.

Abstract: The orthopedic device includes an articulating frame including a thigh portion including a curved thigh cuff, a calf portion including a curved calf cuff, and a center hinge connecting the thigh portion and the calf portion. A strap includes a calf end segment securely attachable to the calf portion. A suspension segment is adjacent to the calf end segment. A thigh end segment is securely attachable to the thigh portion. A spiraling segment is adjacent to the thigh end segment. An intermediate segment formed of webbing material is between the suspension segment and the spiraling segment. The clip engages the intermediate segment. The clip is engageable with a clip receptacle positioned on the calf portion. During use, the suspension segment lays across the top part of the calf minimizing migration. The intermediate segment facilitates movement of the strap through the clip adjusting the spiraling segment and the suspension segment.

Abstract: A wearable device an intelligent health promotion service system (IHPSS) is disclosed. One embodiment of the wearable device (10) is configured to interface plurality groups of skin-mounted sensor pads (130) over a body part (140) of a wearer, and comprises: a modular brace (110) structurally separated from the sensor pads, and a plurality of sensor modules (120). The modular bracing is provided with a plurality groups of orienting slots (111) arranged thereon configured to maintain intra-group orientation between the sensor pads, and is configured to allow inter-group distance adjustment between the groups of the sensor pads over the body part of the wearer. The plurality of sensor modules is configured to be detachably coupled to the groups of sensor pads through the orienting slots in the modular bracing member. The sensor modules are provided with physiological sensing circuits wirelessly communicative with the intelligent health system.

Abstract: The invention relations to a dressing (1) for treating wounds in damp or wet situations, comprising: a) a suction/rinsing body (2) which is supplied by the manufacturer with a saline aqueous solution, particularly a Ringer's solution, said solution preferably containing a substance exhibiting an antimicrobial effect, b) a planar carrier material (3) which is arranged on the side of the suction/rinsing body (2) that faces away from the wound and which projects over said suction/rinsing body (2) such that an edge extending around all sides of the suction/rinsing body (2) is formed, said edge being provided, with a layer of a skin-compatible silicone adhesive (4) on the side facing the wound, and c) a first protective layer (5) that covers the layer of a skin-compatible silicone adhesive (4) on the side facing the wound, characterized in that the wound dressing (1) comprises a second protective layer (6) arranged on the side of the carrier material (3) facing away from the wound, wherein both the first and the s

Abstract: Personal protective systems for filtering incoming air flow to the user are provided. The personal protective systems include head gear shaped to be worn over the head of a user, a tube having a first end operatively connected to the head gear and a second end operatively connected to an air supply unit, where the air supply unit is configured to propel filtered air through the tube to the head gear, thereby creating an overpressure inside the head gear and protecting the user from transmission of harmful airborne particles.