171results about "Thorax bandages" patented technology

A thermal treatment garment of the present invention includes an outer structure layer formed of a pliable material, an interior lining formed of a gel material which directly contacts the wearer skin and a thermal treatment layer to thermally treat and control temperature of the interior lining. The thermal treatment layer heats and / or cools the gel material to a desired temperature and is typically disposed between the structure and gel layers. The thermal treatment layer is controlled by a controller that receives a user-specified or desired temperature. An intervening layer can be disposed between the thermal treatment and structure layers. The intervening layer secures the structure, thermal treatment and / or gel layers to each other and can be an elastomeric material to which the gel and / or thermal treatment layers readily adhere. The garment may be adjustable in size to snugly fit body parts of users in a range of body sizes.

A sports garment made mainly of a laminate of a stretchable fabric and an elastic film. The elastic film is a PU, PVC, silicone film. The film is precut prior to laminating so as to provide ventilation zones on the fabric.

A garment (1) for providing compressive forces to a torso to help eliminate or reduce swelling caused by an accumulation of lymph fluid in the torso region. An embodiment of the present invention includes an outer covering (10) of compression fabric, wide shoulder straps (22, 24), front and back panels of compression fabric (12, 14, 16, 18), a non-rolling rib band (72), axilla gussets (82, 84), and both front closure (40) and back closure(50). The garment may also include one or more princess seams (102, 104, 102′, 104′) so as to enable the front panel(s) to encapsulate and hold the user's breasts in place at the same time that compressive forces are applied, as well as one or more front shelves (132, 134) in the front panel(s) for providing upward compressive support to the breast tissue, thereby holding the tissue in a proper neutral position so that inward compressive forces acting on the tissue provide maximum effect. Through the use of the present invention, a user can provide the proper amount of compressive support that is required for each area of the torso. To wit, the user can set the adjustable closure to a desired tightness and provide up to four different levels of support over the torso region.

A protective cover for nipples and areolas employable during nipple or breast reconstructive surgery. The device has an axial cavity in a central portion of a resilient body employable for placement about the nipple or reconstructed nipple therein. The device is infinitely customizable in axial cavity diameter and vertical height by means of one or a plurality of removably engaged central portions.

A therapeutic compression garment having an the inner layer of compression fabric and an outer layer of gradient compression fabric that also includes an area of zoned compression, wherein a pocket is defined between the outer and inner layers of fabric, is positioned under the area of zoned compression, and is accessible through a slit formed in the outer layer of fabric, wherein the pocket is strategically positioned within the garment overlying a respective body part of the wearer of the garment, and wherein the pocket receives an insertable thermal medium therein, whereby the insertable thermal medium is held securely in place and applies compressive thermal therapy to the respective underlying body part of the wearer as a function of the compression applied by the inner and outer layers of fabric.

A sports garment made mainly of a laminate of a stretchable fabric and an elastic film. The elastic film is a PU, PVC, silicone film. The film is precut prior to laminating so as to provide ventilation zones on the fabric.

A method of providing compressive force to a person. In one embodiment, a first level of compression is applied adjacent the axillae of the person, a second level of compression is applied to a side torso region of the person, and a third level of compression is applied to a chest region of the person. The second level of compression is greater than the first level of compression and the third level of compression is greater than the fourth level of compression. The compression may be applied using a compression garment having one or more layers of compression fabric. The garment may be configured using specific compression fabric to provide the desired levels of compression to various regions of the torso of a person.

A garment (1) for providing compressive forces to a torso to help eliminate or reduce swelling caused by an accumulation of lymph fluid in the torso region. An embodiment of the present invention includes an outer covering (10) of compression fabric, wide shoulder straps (22, 24), front and back panels of compression fabric (12, 14, 16, 18), a non-rolling rib band (72), axilla gussets (82, 84), and both front closure (40) and back closure (50). The garment may also include one or more princess seams (102, 104, 102′, 104′) so as to enable the front panel(s) to encapsulate and hold the user's breasts in place at the same time that compressive forces are applied, as well as one or more front shelves (132, 134) in the front panel(s) for providing upward compressive support to the breast tissue, thereby holding the tissue in a proper neutral position so that inward compressive forces acting on the tissue provide maximum effect. Through the use of the present invention, a user can provide the proper amount of compressive support that is required for each area of the torso. To wit, the user can set the adjustable closure to a desired tightness and provide up to four different levels of support over the torso region.

A process of manufacturing a belt wherein a plurality of strips of a first material are sewn together to create an outer member having a desired length with a plurality of vertical seams. A layer of a second material is placed over the seams and sewn thereto create a plurality of vertical slots. After staves are inserted in the slots, a layer of a resilient material is placed over the second material and a layer of perforated material is placed over the resilient material. A strip of material is placed on the peripheral surface of the inner and outer members and sewn to define the belt. First and second fasteners on the first and second side sections joined together to apply a force through the staves to provide support for an underlying area of the torso of an individual to assist in attaining a desired posture.

A method of providing compressive force to a person. In one embodiment, a first level of compression is applied adjacent the axillae of the person, a second level of compression is applied to a side torso region of the person, and a third level of compression is applied to a chest region of the person. The second level of compression is greater than the first level of compression and the third level of compression is greater than the fourth level of compression. The compression may be applied using a compression garment having one or more layers of compression fabric. The garment may be configured using specific compression fabric to provide the desired levels of compression to various regions of the torso of a person.

The absorbent pad for an underwire brassiere includes a sealed cover layer having opposed first and second surfaces and defining an open interior region therein. The first surface is porous, allowing for passage of perspiration into the open interior region. An absorbent layer is positioned within the open interior region of the sealed cover layer, and the absorbent layer is formed from a hydrophilic material. An adhesive layer is formed on the second surface of the sealed cover layer, so that the adhesive layer releasably adheres the absorbent pad to a lower edge of one cup of the underwire brassiere. The absorbent pad is dimensioned and configured to completely cover an underwire of the cup so that the absorbent pad absorbs perspiration of the wearer and provides protective padding over the underwire.

A method of covering a nipple on a human breast, the nipple cover having a center and including a flexible material for conforming to a human breast, the method including the method steps of placing the nipple cover directly on a human breast so as to cover at least about one half and less then all of the breast, with the center of the cover proximate the nipple; the nipple cover having a first thickness proximate the center and a second thickness proximate a periphery thereof, the thickness of the nipple cover gradually tapering from the first thickness to the second thickness, wherein the method further includes the step of being the nipple cover on the breast such that the periphery of the cover blends smoothly with a curved portion of the breast while concealing a nipple shape.

The present disposable push up bra liner consists of a pair of bra cup pads and a center pad, each having an adhesive side for removably attaching said pad to a bra and an absorptive side composed of four separate layers. The present invention provides a novel and comfortable means for absorbing excessive perspiration around the bra line in order to avoid unsightly stains on the wearer's surrounding clothing and odors. The present invention is simple to use, easy to install, and may be freely disposed of at any point. The disposable bra liner further provides vertical support for a wearer's breasts, essentially converting any conventional bra into a push-up bra.

A compression bra for addressing and / or correcting synmastia complications in reconstructive breast surgeries has: (i) a wide, cotton-lined, unidirectional elastic, torso band adjustably encircling a woman's thoracic torso immediately below the inframammary skinfold; (ii) a trapezoidal shaped, sternum compression panel secured at its base to the upper edge of torso band below the inframammary skinfold and at the top by a pair of adjustable over-the-shoulder straps for elastically compressing sternum tissues while restraining, shaping and separating the inside conically rising, side portions of a woman's breasts; (iii) a pair of breast support cups / flaps also fastened to the upper edge of the torso band each similarly secured at the top by an adjustable over-the-shoulder support strap; and (iv) elastic side panels fastened to the breast cup / flaps and the upper edge of the torso band for anchoring the respective shoulder straps of the sternum compression panel and breast cups / flaps supporting, restraining and shaping the outside, conical rising side portions of the woman's breasts.

The nature of the invention is to thoroughly compress the entire length and circumference of a medical site, limb, torso, neck, arm and leg with a tubular elastic sleeve that has openings at both ends. The I.V. Sleeve has bands of compressed elastic reinforcement about its circumference and equidistant throughout its entire length. The purposes of the bands are to reinforce the I.V. Sleeve and protect the compressed integrity of the remainder of the site and sleeve in the event of puncture or rupture of the sleeve in another section. For distribution and packaging it is rolled upon itself like an elastic ring. During use the entire elastic ring is stretched over any obstruction and onto the medical site where it is then unrolled onto the site becoming a skin tight protective barrier. The I.V. sleeve allows for its material to be manufactured with both impregnable and pregnable materials, man made and natural.

The invention relates to a flat wound care article having an essentially polygonal or ellipsoid base surface and at least one recess arranged on one side.

The invention relates to a flat wound care article having an essentially polygonal or ellipsoid base surface and at least one recess arranged on one side.

A system for providing negative-pressure therapy to breast tissue is disclosed. In some embodiments, the system may include a dressing assembly shaped for placement on a breast, an absorbent pouch, and a negative-pressure source. The system may further include an additional dressing assembly for placement on a second breast. Various shapes and configurations of the breast dressing assemblies may be included in the system.

A method of developing the accessory muscles of the upper torso utilizes a therapy device having an adjustable compressive wrap that wraps around the chest of a patient. The wrap is made of a substantially elastic material, such as neoprene, and has a releasable fastener to removably attach the wrap to itself around the patient's chest. The device may have one or more markers attached to the wrap to indicate to a therapist where the attachment device should be attached to achieve the desired compression around the chest. The therapist places the device on the patient and tightens the wrap until the therapist determines, by observing the rise and fall of the patient's chest, that the device has activated the patient's accessory muscles. The patient wears the device at this tension for about two hours per day, at least six days per week, for the first two weeks. Then, the tension level is reassessed and the device is worn for about three hours per day, at least six days per week, and the tension is reassessed every four weeks for between 12 and 24 months.

An item of clothing is adapted to be worn against the skin, and comprises at least one panel adapted to provide targeted compression of at least 20% of the total length of a specific surface vein in the body, or adapted to provide targeted compression of at least 20% of a specific plexus of veins, a specific lymphatic plexus, drainage plexus or a collection of lymphatic vessels. The clothing is useful in a method of reducing recovery time in a human or other mammal, after a period of activity and in a method of enhancing performance, in particular sports performance, in a human or other mammal. It may also improve the conditioning of the skin and aid lymphatic drainage, and can be used in the treatment of certain medical conditions.

A band for use for breast stabilization from lateral gravitational shifting is disclosed. The band comprises a strip to encircle the body, a first section comprising a semi-cylindrical component of a sponge-like material at one end and a nap material patch on its outer surface with a cylindrical side placed over the sternum, and a second section for connecting an end of the body strip to encircle a user's body. The band comprises at least one fenestration to enable breast exposure. The object of this invention is to provide a band centrally placed over the sternum and wrapped under the arms around the chest preventing lateral breast shifting when the patient is in the side-laying position. The invention comprises a body strip to accommodate breast coverage achieved with a fenestrated band. Variations of the band are also useful in dressing bodily wounds, such as on the face or knee.

A foldable one-piece insert worn between the bra and the body having irritation reducing and / or absorbent material portions which line the bra cup and that lie under the supported breast, and portions which extends toward the torso rear under the bra side straps and a portion extending below the bra line along the torso. The invention further includes a material tab disposed between the material portions lining the bra cups, which can optionally be worn up to bridge the area between the bra cups for added protection, comfort and absorption of perspiration, or be folded down and out of sight when worn with lower cut neckline outer garments.

A foldable one-piece insert (i.e., bra liner) worn between the bra and the body having irritation reducing and / or absorbent material portions which line the bra cup and that lie under the supported breast, and portions which extends toward the torso rear under the bra side straps and a portion extending below the bra line along the torso. The invention further includes a material tab disposed between the material portions lining the bra cups, which can optionally be worn up to bridge the area between the bra cups for added protection, comfort and absorption of perspiration, or be folded down and out of sight when worn with lower cut neckline outer garments. A braless liner may also be used without a bra. The braless liner may be fastened to the female torso at the rear of the female torso with attachment mechanisms.

An anatomic secondary wound dressing holder for providing painless access to a radiation wound and the like on the body of a patient. The secondary wound dressing holder is readily adaptable to various parts of the anatomy of the patient for holding one or more primary wound dressings on the wound of the patient. The secondary wound dressing holder includes an enlarged dressing holder portion with an outwardly extending first strap with a hook fastener thereon and a second strap. The hook fastener on the first strap is releasably attached to loose weave material along a length of the second strap, when the enlarged dressing holder portion is received on the patient. The invention also includes one or more primary wound dressings with hook fasteners thereon. The primary wound dressings are infinitely adjustable on the enlarged dressing holder portion for receipt on one or more wounds on the patient's upper and lower body.

The absorbent pad for an underwire brassiere includes a sealed cover layer having opposed first and second surfaces and defining an open interior region therein. The first surface is porous, allowing for passage of perspiration into the open interior region. An absorbent layer is positioned within the open interior region of the sealed cover layer, and the absorbent layer is formed from a hydrophilic material. An adhesive layer is formed on the second surface of the sealed cover layer, so that the adhesive layer releasably adheres the absorbent pad to a lower edge of one cup of the underwire brassiere. The absorbent pad is dimensioned and configured to completely cover an underwire of the cup so that the absorbent pad absorbs perspiration of the wearer and provides protective padding over the underwire.

An abdominal support article is disclosed for providing support to a user's abdomen. The abdominal support article includes a continuous tubular support band which encircles a user's abdomen, at least one left-front attachment component and at least one right-front attachment component on the continuous tubular support band, and a plurality of left support straps and right support straps which are to be wrapped around a user and attached to the attachment components of the continuous tubular support band. The at least one left-front attachment component and at least one right-front attachment component are specifically placed such that, in use, the abdominal support article is properly positioned to effectively simulate the bodily support normally provided by the transverse abdominis muscle. The abdominal support article may be incorporated into various support garments such as postpartum and post-surgical support garments and undergarments.

The nature of the invention is to thoroughly compress the entire length and circumference of a medical site, limb, torso, neck, arm and leg with a tubular elastic sleeve that has openings at both ends. The I.V. Sleeve has bands of compressed elastic reinforcement about its circumference and equidistant throughout its entire length. The purposes of the bands are to reinforce the I.V. Sleeve and protect the compressed integrity of the remainder of the site and sleeve in the event of puncture or rupture of the sleeve in another section. For distribution and packaging it is rolled upon itself like an elastic ring. During use the entire elastic ring is stretched over any obstruction and onto the medical site where it is then unrolled onto the site becoming a skin tight protective barrier. The I.V. sleeve allows for its material to be manufactured with both impregnable and pregnable materials, man made and natural.