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| Application No. | Application Title | Issue Date |
| 20110313497 | Therapeutic and Thermoregulatory Devices with Aerogel Insulation A device, combining a component of aerogel insulation with a heating or cooling component, for therapeutic, thermoregulatory, or therapeutic and thermoregulatory use with people or animals. Aerogels perform well as insulators for both high-temperature and low-temperatur... | 12/22/2011 |
| 20110307041 | COOLING EYE MASK An eye pack for evaporative cooling of the face proximate to one or more eyes is provided. In one aspect, an eye pack is disclosed comprising a gelatinous foam impregnated with an aqueous solution of polyvinyl alcohol embedded therein, and a barrier affixed to at least ... | 12/15/2011 |
| 20110306943 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USING A PORTABLE THERMAL DEVICE TO REDUCE ACCOMMODATION OF NERVE RECEPTORS A system and method for portably delivering a therapeutic dose of heat to the skin to relieve pain, reduce accommodation of thermal nerve receptors, promote healing, and deliver transcutaneous medications. The heating device is user programmable or pre-programmed to del... | 12/15/2011 |
| 20110264001 | ZERO HEAT FLUX SENSOR AND METHOD OF USE When measuring core body temperature in a patient, a curved sensor (10) is provide that has a predefined radius of curvature to fit comfortably and closely to a patient's forehead. The sensor (10) has at least one releasable securing strip (e.g., Velcro™... | 10/27/2011 |
| 20110208279 | Method and therapeutic apparatus for normalizing function of sinus cilia using heat The invention relates to a non-surgical and non-invasive drug-free therapeutic apparatus and method of using thermal energy-in-transfer to normalize poor sinus cilia function that can cause upper respiratory tract problems. The nasal and sinus cavity membranes have thou... | 08/25/2011 |
| 20110178585 | THERMAL COMPRESS SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME An eye compress kit includes a thermally adjustable gel pack, a strap and at least one moistened, disposable fibrous non-woven fabric sheet. The thermally adjustable gel pack is configured to be applied against an eye region of a user's body. The gel pack includes a cas... | 07/21/2011 |
| 20110125238 | METHODS, DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING INSOMNIA BY INDUCING FRONTAL CEREBRAL HYPOTHERMIA Method, systems and devices for treating insomnia by non-invasive hypothermic treatment are described. In general, these devices, systems and method enable cooling of the frontal cortex prior to and/or during sleep to enhance sleep, which may be particularly beneficial ... | 05/26/2011 |
| 20100312317 | HOT/COLD TEMPERATURE TREATMENT APPARATUS Packs for providing heat or cold to a body part or parts. In some embodiments, packs comprising an outer flexible shell or skin housing or carrying a plurality of beads mixed in combination with a liquid or gel. In some embodiments, packs, which can be (or are) configur... | 12/09/2010 |
| 20100305669 | Neck Pad [Problems] A neck pad capable of enhancing fitting feeling to the neck and effectively warming or cooling the neck and its vicinity. [Means for Solving Problems] A neck pad for attaching to the neck comprising a housing unit (1) disp... | 12/02/2010 |
| 20100198323 | NECK APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME In one aspect, the present invention provides a neck cooling or heating apparatus comprising a primary band comprising a first end, a second end and a neck cooling or neck heating region positioned between the first end and the second end, the neck cooling or the neck h... | 08/05/2010 |
| 20100191314 | Temperature controlled facial mask with area-specific treatments A temperature controlled cosmetic treatment facial mask with area-specific treatments of the present invention includes a substantially planar mask body which is formed with cut-outs for a person's eyes, nose, and mouth. The mask may include a number of large and small ... | 07/29/2010 |
| 20100185267 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING MENOPAUSAL HOT FLASHES A device and method for non-invasive treatment of menopausal hot flashes includes a housing with an anatomically configured bottom wall. A Peltier effect device and heat sink are in thermal contact with a cold plate that extends from the bottom wall. As the cold plate i... | 07/22/2010 |
| 20100125931 | ATHLETIC SCARF WITH HEAT PACK An athletic scarf includes a flat, pliable, substantially rectangular body having a first end and a second end and a top end and a bottom end, and a facing surface and an opposing interior surface, bounded by the first and second ends and top and bottom edges. An inner ... | 05/27/2010 |
| 20100089896 | HEATABLE WRAPPING COCOON A heatable cocoon including a body portion having an upper end and a pair of opposed side edges. The body portion is foldable to permit the pair of side edges to be folded over one another to form an enclosed interior. The body portion is formed of a first layer and sec... | 04/15/2010 |
| 20100087900 | Method and apparatus for measuring and treating shivering during therapeutic temperature control Methods and apparatus for the prevention and treatment of shivering encountered during therapeutic temperature regulation are disclosed that utilize an active system of counterwarming such that the timing and intensity of warmth provided to selected body areas is regula... | 04/08/2010 |
| 20100083421 | Flexile Plated Cooling Pack of Headwear and Method for Making the Same The present invention relates to a flexible plated cooling pack for headwear and a method for making the same that is capable of providing a sufficient cooling effect with a small amount of coolant, not causing worry about leakage of the coolant, and providing a cushion... | 04/08/2010 |
| 20100076532 | Face warming breath deflecting apparatus A thermally active breath deflecting apparatus having a flexible base of sufficient width to extend at least to and between the corner portions of the eyes and of sufficient length to extend at least from immediately below the eyes to at least beyond the tip of the nose... | 03/25/2010 |
| 20100037366 | HAT FOR SPECIFIC AREA APPLICATION OF HEAT OR COLD A hat having exterior and interior layers connected to each other only along the periphery of the hat creating an unobstructed interlayer space for insertion of a thermally retentive pack(s) providing for the application of heat or cold to any specific area or all of a ... | 02/18/2010 |
| 20100010598 | HEAT AND STEAM GENERATOR FOR EYE APPLICATION A heat and steam generator for eye application includes a heat and steam generating member making use of oxidative reaction of an oxidizable metal and is adapted to supply steam to eyes and surroundings. The heat and steam generator is adapted to release steam from its ... | 01/14/2010 |
| 20100004569 | Pack for Eye Warming Massage An eye warming pack warming eyes capable for warming to release fatigue of eyes and steaming a circumference of eyes is provided, The eye warming pack according to the present invention includes a heating portion where a heating material is packed in a pack, in which th... | 01/07/2010 |
| 20090312824 | Method and Apparatus for Influencing the Temperature of an Area of the Body An exemplary embodiment of the invention comprises a device and method for altering the temperature of an area of an individual's body. This alteration may be accomplished by cooling or heating the skin proximate the area of the body, including but not limited to the ar... | 12/17/2009 |
| 20090299405 | Nosebleed treatment apparatus and associated method The nosebleed treatment apparatus features a pair of pliable mirror image nose pads comprising a first nose pad and a second nose pad. A gel pack is disposed within each nose pad. Each gel pack has a first side spaced apart from a second side. The first side is adjacent... | 12/03/2009 |
| 20090287282 | Thermal bodily compress kits and methods of using same A thermally adjustable compress assembly, kit, device and methods of using the same. A compress assembly includes a thermally adjustable gel pack and a plurality of moistened, disposable sheets that are removable from the outer surface of the gel pack. The sheets can be... | 11/19/2009 |
| 20090287283 | Thermal compress assembly and system with external frame A thermally adjustable compress assembly, kit, device and methods of using the same. A compress assembly includes a thermally adjustable gel pack and an external frame positionable against the outwardly facing surface of the gel pack. The external frame can be passively... | 11/19/2009 |
| 20090276018 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PREVENTING BRAIN DAMAGE DURING CARDIAC ARREST, CPR, OR SEVERE SHOCK Apparatuses and methods for the cooling of the cranial and extracranial portions of a patient in need thereof. The apparatuses and methods of the present invention preferably employ a head cooling apparatus which includes a watertight shroud for the head and which needs... | 11/05/2009 |
| 20090260127 | Garment The improved garment is constructed in a circular and attached manner effectively providing superior functionality, warmth, water repellence, convenience, comfort, ease of use and fashion. Further, particularly for those with physical limitations, the garment provides a... | 10/22/2009 |
| 20090248120 | Underbody convective blanket and method for manufacturing thereof A convective underbody blanket has a head portion and a body portion. Provided at the head portion is a non-inflatable head area surrounded by a channel that has arranged thereat at least one row of air apertures that are oriented toward the non-inflatable head area whe... | 10/01/2009 |
| 20090205107 | Cooling Headgear The present invention is an hat for cooling the head of a wearer having a chamber comprising a central cavity and at least one opening for placing ice into the cavity; and at least one porous member secured to one end of said chamber; wherein the apparatus is configured... | 08/20/2009 |
| 20090198311 | COOLING BLANKET The invention provides a cooling blanket useful for lowering the body temperature of a mammal, such as a human. The cooling blanket may be particularly useful when used in connection with a deleterious cardiac event, such as myocardial infarction. The cooling blanket is... | 08/06/2009 |
| 20090157152 | COSMETIC METHOD FOR IMPROVING SKIN CONDITION OF FACE AND NECK, AND APPARATUS THEREOF It is an object of the invention to develop a method and an apparatus for improving a skin condition by improving the condition of the subcutaneous fat tissue that induces abnormal secretion of adipocytokines by the subcutaneous fat cells. The present invention provides... | 06/18/2009 |
| 20090149919 | Method for thermal modulation of neural activity Methods and related systems for modulating neural activity by blocking conduction in peripheral neural structures with thermal stimuli are disclosed. Methods and systems for reversing effects of thermal blocking stimuli and/or for producing substantially permanent condu... | 06/11/2009 |
| 20090118684 | THERMAL PERSONAL CARE SYSTEMS AND METHODS Devices and methods for the treatment of skin conditions and lesions are disclosed herein. A thermal device can be used to heat or cool a personal care pack that can then be used to cleanse, treat, and rejuvenate the skin. The personal care pack can be formulated with s... | 05/07/2009 |
| 20090112299 | Direct heating facemask The purpose of this invention is to provide a facemask designed to apply and maintain direct, constant heat in an evenly distributed fashion at a constant temperature of up to about 46° C. to the nasal cavity and surrounding sinuses, thereby creating a thermal environm... | 04/30/2009 |
| 20090076574 | Method and thermally active multi-phase heat transfer apparatus and method for abstracting heat from individual's wrist Cold pack apparatus for abstracting heat comprises a container charged with a first liquid and with small auxiliary containers free to circulate in the first liquid. Each of the small auxiliary containers is charged with a second liquid. The first and second liquids eac... | 03/19/2009 |
| 20090054958 | Method and apparatus of noninvasive, regional brain thermal stimuli for the treatment of neurological disorders A method and device for treating neurological disorders involving the application of noninvasive, regional brain thermal stimulation to a region of a patient's head associated with a subject neurological disorder. The brain thermal stimulation method and device alters t... | 02/26/2009 |
| 20090036960 | Icey Wrap ICEY WRAP can be used primarily during many outdoor activities in hot climates to help keep cool. Ice is used as the primary cooling medium. As ice melts in the internal compartment, water is absorbed by polymer crystals in the lower chamber of the wrap, is needed to co... | 02/05/2009 |
| 20080289351 | Body Cooling Device A cooling device for cooling a portion of a body. The device includes a curved bias member disposed in a bias member chamber, and a plurality of elongated liquid permeable containers comprising a plurality of elongated chambers, wherein each have a plurality of liquid a... | 11/27/2008 |
| 20080161892 | Facial Cold -Pack Holder A therapeutic device for use on a head of a patient is disclosed, and includes a chin portion adapted for receiving and substantially covering the chin of the patient. The device includes a pair of upper flexible straps, each terminating at a proximal end at the opposin... | 07/03/2008 |
| 20080132978 | OUTER EYELID HEAT AND PRESSURE TREATMENT FOR TREATING MEIBOMIAN GLAND DYSFUNCTION A method of treating meibomian gland dysfunction. Heat is applied to the outside of the eyelid to provide conductive heat transfer to the meibomian glands. The application of heat assists in the expression of obstructions or occlusions in the meibomian glands to restore... | 06/05/2008 |
| 20080109053 | MELTING MEIBOMIAN GLAND OBSTRUCTIONS Consistent with certain embodiments, an apparatus provides regulated heat to at least one of a patient's eyelids, using a heater unit having a heating element that produces heat that is transferred to the patient's eyelid when an electrical signal is applied thereto. A ... | 05/08/2008 |
