Ergonomic applicator massager

Abstract

A treatment device includes an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end. The elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile. A first handle is selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body, and a receiver is attached to a distal end of the elongated body. A head assembly is selectively attachable to the receiver. The head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly.

Description

SIL0101ERGONOMIC APPLICATOR MASSAGERTECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 681,477, which was filed on August 9, 2024.

[0002] The present disclosure generally relates to adjustable ergonomic applicators and massagers for topical balms, creams, rubs, medicinal ointments and the like, including to apply to hard-to-reach areas of the body or to the back or other portions,INTRODUCTION

[0003] People who need balms, ointments, salves, creams, lotions, oils, gels liniment, and / or other therapeutics of vary ing viscosities, often need assistance to apply the balms, particularly , to hard-to-reach areas, These areas include, without limitation, portions of one or more users back, neck, spine, shoulders, buttocks, and / or hamstrings, and may be used to massage the affected areas.BRIEF SUMMARY

[0004] This disclosure is also directed to a treatment device including an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end. The elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile. A first handle is selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body and a receiver is attached to a distal end of the elongated body. A head assembly is selectively attachable to the receiver. The head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly.

[0005] In one aspect of the disclosure the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly.

[0006] In one aspect of the disclosure the fluid dispensing assembly includes a cartridge holder at least partially defining a chamber with the chamber configured to accept a fluid cartridge.

[0007] In one aspect of the disclosure the actuator is in communication with the driver for selectively applying pressure to the fluid cartridge to dispense a fluid.SIL0I01

[0008] In one aspect of the disclosure the driver includes an electric drive motor configured to move a plunger between a plurality of different longitudinal positions.

[0009] In one aspect of the disclosure the actuator includes a manually driven mechanical driver configured to move a plunger between a plurality of different longitudinal positions.

[0010] In one aspect of the disclosure the chamber is pivotably attached relative to the head assembly between a first position allowing access into the chamber and a second position enclosing the chamber.

[0011] In one aspect of the disclosure the device includes a chamber release assembly configured to retain the chamber in the second position when a plunger in the fluid dispensing assembly is in an extended position.

[0012] In one aspect of the disclosure the engagement portion includes a spherical applicator in fluid communication with the cartridge holder and the spherical applicator is configured to roll relative to a body of the engagement portion for transferring a fluid onto a surface of the spherical applicator.

[0013] In one aspect of the disclosure the engagement portion is selectively attachable to the fluid dispensing assembly.

[0014] In one aspect of the disclosure the elongated body includes telescoping segments adjacent to the proximal end.

[0015] In one aspect of the disclosure the device includes a selectively adjustable handle attached to the proximal end, wherein the selectively adjustable handle is movable between one of a plurality of rotational positions relative to the proximal end of the elongated body.

[0016] In one aspect of the disclosure the receiver is selectively adjustable between one of a plurality of rotational positions relative to the distal end of the elongated body.

[0017] In one aspect of the disclosure the receiver includes one of a keyed mating projection or a keyed mating recess that engages the other of the keyed mating projection or the keyed mating recess on the head assembly.

[0018] In one aspect of the disclosure the device includes a retainer assembly having a spring loaded pin configured to retain the receiver relative to the head assembly when the pin is in a first position and release the receiver to the head assembly when the pin is in a second position.

[0019] In one aspect of the disclosure the engagement portion includes one of a reciprocating massager or an electric shaver.SIL0I01

[0020] In one aspect of the disclosure the driver includes an electric motor configured to rotate a cam having an arm configured to engage a fluid cartridge.

[0021] In one aspect of the disclosure the engagement portion includes a roller applicator in fluid communication with a cartridge holder on the fluid dispensing assembly with the roller applicator being configured to allow a cylindrical roller to spin around an axis of rotation relative to the fluid dispensing assembly for transferring a fluid onto the roller applicator.

[0022] The disclosure is directed to a method of operating a treatment device. The method includes positioning a treatment device relative to a desired area of treatment. The treatment device includes an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end. The elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile. The device also includes a first handle selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body, a receiver attached to a distal end of the elongated body, and a head assembly selectively attachable to the receiver. The head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly. The device also includes an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly. The method also includes engaging the actuator on the treatment device to activate the driver in the head assembly.

[0023] In one aspect of the disclosure the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly with the driver configured to move a plunger between a plurality of longitudinal positions.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] The drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only, are schematic in nature, and are intended to be exemplary rather than to limit the scope of the disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 1 is a schematic side view of an ergonomic applicator massager, which may be referred to as a therapy cane,

[0026] FIG. 2 is a schematic top view of an ergonomic applicator massager, showing one or more rotating handles.

[0027] FIG. 3 is a schematic, partial, side view of a balm pod holder and curved applicator.

[0028] FIG. 4 is a schematic side, zoomed, view of a pod tip / valve, cartridge, and roller ball for applying a balm for an ergonomic applicator massager.SIL0101

[0029] FIG. 5 is a schematic partial side view of one trigger mechanism for moving a balm from a pod,

[0030] FIG. 6 is a schematic isometric view of an alternative pod holder mechanism,

[0031] FIG. 7 is a schematic side view of a portion of an alternative ergonomic applicator massager having an alternative trigger mechanism,

[0032] FIG. 8 is a schematic, partial, isometric view of an alternative ergonomic applicator massager.

[0033] FIG. 9 is a schematic side view of an alternative trigger mechanism.

[0034] FIG. 10 is a schematic partial side view of an alternative balm pod holder,

[0035] FIG. 11 is a schematic side view of an alternative balm pod holder,

[0036] FIG. 12A is a schematic side view of a balm pod.

[0037] FIG. 12B is a schematic side view of a plunger for a balm pod.

[0038] FIG. 13 is a schematic side view of an alternative ergonomic applicator massager that is fully adjustable.

[0039] FIG. 14 is a schematic side view of an alternative ergonomic applicator massager that is fully adjustable and collapsible instead of having a generally curved return design.

[0040] FIG. 15 is a schematic bottom perspective view of an example treatment device.

[0041] FIG. 16 is a schematic top perspective view of the treatment device of FIG.15.

[0042] FIG. 17 is a side view of the treatment device of FIG. 15.

[0043] FIG. 18A is a schematic partial cross-sectional view along line 18A-18A ofFIG. 16.

[0044] FIG. 18B is a schematic of a cartridge switch.

[0045] FIG. 19 is a schematic of another example head assembly for use with the treatment device of FIG. 15.

[0046] FIG. 20 is a schematic of yet another example head assembly for use with the treatment device of FIG. 15.

[0047] FIG. 21 is a schematic of a further example head assembly for use with the treatment device of FIG. 15.

[0048] FIG. 22 is a schematic of a further example head assembly for use with the treatment device of FIG. 15.

[0049] FIG. 23 is a schematic of an example handle assembly.SIL0101

[0050] FIG. 24 is a schematic of another example handle assembly.

[0051] FIG. 25 is a schematic of yet another example handle assembly.

[0052] FIG. 26A is a schematic cross-sectional view of another example head assembly.

[0053] FIG. 26B is a schematic cross-sectional view of a piston pump from the head assembly of FIG. 26A.

[0054] FIG. 27 is a schematic cross-sectional view of yet another example head assembly.

[0055] The above features and advantages and other features and advantages of the present teachings are readily apparent from the following detailed description of the modes for carrying out the present teachings when taken in connection with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that even though in the FIGS, embodiments may be separately described, single features thereof may be combined with additional / other embodiments.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0056] Referring to the drawings, like reference numbers refer to similar components, wherever possible, All figure descriptions simultaneously refer to all other figures, Note that any dimensions shown in the figures are not limiting, The figures and drawings are highly schematic and are intended to give a general idea of the disclosure herein,

[0057] In one example, an ergonomic applicator massager, including: a handle; a base portion; a curved applicator operatively attached to the base portion; and a balm pod containing a topical product at one end of the curved applicator, wherein the balm pod is removable and replaceable,

[0058] The ergonomic applicator massager may have a roller ball for dispensing or other varying application and massage interfaces the topical product from the balm pod; and a trigger mechanism, button, pump, or others recognizable to those having ordinary' skill in the art, configured to dispense the topical product from the balm pod, or control other functions, such as, but not limited to heat, vibration, massage levels, duration or other programs, The ergonomic applicator massager may have the roller ball either, or both, heated or vibrating, or ultrasonic, and there may be multiple roller balls, The ergonomic applicator massager may have a cable operatively attached to the trigger mechanism, such that the cable dispenses the topical product, Additionally, there may be hydraulic lines, linear actuators, and / orSIL0101 electric / electronic distribution of the topical product, and / or mechanical, a hydraulic line, air lines, compressed air, or electronic / electric system,

[0059] The ergonomic applicator massager may have a cable operatively attached to the trigger mechanism, such that the cable dispenses the topical product, Additionally, there may be hydraulic lines, pneumatics, compressed air, air lines, linear actuators, pumping mechanism, ratcheting, and / or electric / electronic and / or other means mechanical, or electrical distribution of the topical product, in the system used to release / dispense the desired amount of balm from the pod onto the application surface to apply to the user’s body part and massage in as needed,

[0060] The ergonomic applicator massager may have the handle rotatably attached to the base portion, The ergonomic applicator massager may have a dispensing tip, and / or valve, for moving the topical product to the roller ball,

[0061] The ergonomic applicator massager may have a second handle attached to the base portion, which may also be rotatably and adjustable for position and length attached to the base portion, The ergonomic applicator massager may have either, or both, a sliding holder for the balm pod. a flip-top holder for the balm pod. a breach loader, threaded holder or other means of holding and dispensing the contents of the removable pod onto the application surface,

[0062] The ergonomic applicator massager may have either, or both, a sliding holder for the balm pod, and a flip-top holder for the balm pod, Additionally, the ergonomic applicator massager may have adjustable roller elements, such that the curve applicator is adjustable.

[0063] FIG. 1 is a side view of an ergonomic applicator massager 10, which may also be referred to as a therapy cane or. simply, massager 10, The ergonomic applicator massager 10 may be used to apply a balm and / or an ointment,

[0064] Balm refers, without limitation, to any type of sports cream, ointments, salves, lotions, oils, gels, liniment, sunscreen, aloe, and / or other topi cals or therapeutics of varying viscosities, that one or more users would like to use to apply topically, Skilled artisans will recognize the full range of products that may be used with the ergonomic applicator massager 10, In many cases, but without limitation, the balm may be used to ease back pain, muscle strain, or the like, as will be recognized by those having ordinary skill in the art,

[0065] As viewed in FIG. 1, massager 10 includes a base portion 12, a curved applicator 14 operatively attached to the base portion 12, and a balm pod holder 16 containing a balm pod 18, 118, or cartridge, with a topical product 20 therein, at one end ofSIL0101 the curved applicator 14. Alternatively, the curved design could be a number of linear sections with a varying quantity of angled intersections to achieve the same approximately 180-degree return design to make a connection with hard-to-reach areas, A trigger mechanism 22, 122, and / or 222 is configured to dispense the topical product 20 from the balm pod 18, 118, Note that other configurations may be used in addition to 180 degrees, and it may be angled or otherwise, as will be recognized by skilled artisans. The embodiments may also use a button to dispense the topical product 20 from the balm pod 18. 118, cartridge, or other products recognizable to those having ordinary skill in the art, Others, without limitation, may be, control, switch, and / or initiating elements.

[0066] The balm pod 18. 118 may be configured to be removable and replaceable, such that different companies may supply the balm or ointment to fill or be filled into the balm pods for inserting into, or for, dispensing from massager 10, For example, and without limitation, the maker of massager 10 may license the design for the balm pod 18 or balm cartridge to numerous companies that wish to make balms or ointments to fill or be filled and to be inserted for use into the massager 10, Note that various companies would likely make different balms - to be filled into the balm pods 18. 118 for use with the ergonomic applicator massager 10, This may involve balm pods 18 and the balm pod holders 16 that will be keyed to fit one another, The keyed design is to only allow officially licensed balm pods 18 to be used in the balm pod holders 16.

[0067] A first handle 24 may be rotatably attached to the base portion 12 of the massager 10, Alternatively, the first handle 24 may be fixed, A second handle 26 may rotatably be attached, or fixed to, the base portion 12, and there may be additional handles, including a third handle 28, Note that the top view of FIG. 2 may show the rotating positions of the first handle 24 or the second handle 26,

[0068] The massager 10 may include a roller ball 30 (See FIG. 3) for dispensing the topical product 20 from the balm pod 18, Note, however, that skilled artisans will recognize alternative options for dispensing the topical product 20 to the user of massager 10, The topical product 20 may be dispensed from the balm pod 18 and spread on the user of massager 10 by the roller ball 30, Note that in some configurations, there may be multiple / additional roller balls 30, The ergonomic handle system may also allow the base portion to connect to other types of apparatus such as shavers, electric massagers, ultrasonic therapy, vibration therapy, or light therapy devices, Such licenses may be issued to multiple manufacturers to design devices to attach to the ergonomic applicator massagers 10, 110, 210, including the base ergonomic system.SIL0101

[0069] As best viewed in FIG. 3, there may be a sliding holder 32 for the balm pod 18, A dispensing tip 34 - or valve or other structures recognizable to those having ordinary’ skill in the art - may generally supply the topical product 20 from the balm pod 18 to the roller ball 30, Skilled artisans will also recognize alternative options to the dispensing tip 34 for dispensing the topical product 20 to the user of the massager 10,

[0070] A cable 38 may be operatively attached to the trigger mechanism 22, such that the cable 38 for dispensing the topical product from the balm pod dispenses the topical product 20, The topical product 20 may be dispensed in any way, including, without limitation, dripped, dispersed, released, squeezed, pumped, controlled, sprayed, compressed, activated, and / or injected,

[0071] A plunger 40. or piston 40. is actuated by the cable 38, hydraulic line, airline, electric wiring, to push or pull the topical product 20 out of the dispensing tip / valve 34 to the roller ball 30 is actuated by the cable 38 to push or pull the topical product 20 out of the dispensing tip 34 to the roller ball 30, Alternative to the cable 38 actuator, a hydraulic or electron! c / electric system could be used to compress the plunger 40 of the balm pod 18 and / or cartridge to dispense the topical product 20, Furthermore, there may be compressed air used to compress the plunger 40 of the balm pod 18 and / or cartridge to dispense the topical product 20, Skilled artisans will recognize alternative mechanisms and / or methods for dispensing the topical product 20, including, without limitation, linear actuators,

[0072] The trigger mechanism 22 may have one or more handles, including, without limitation, a first trigger handle 42 and a second trigger handle 44, which may, without limitation, be stationary’, A ratchet mechanism 46 may be operatively connected to the first trigger handle 42 and the second trigger handle 44 (See FIG. 5), Operating the first trigger handle 42 and the second trigger handle 44, or other handles, acts to push or pull on the cable 38 to dispense the topical product 20 to the roller ball 30 - or other structures, Note that any of the other actuation mechanisms may be used to dispense the topical product 20, including, without limitation, hydraulic and / or electronic / electric systems and / or linear actuators.

[0073] Skilled artisans will recognize additional mechanisms, other than the ratchet mechanism 46. that may be used to allow the first trigger handle 42 and the second trigger handle 44 to dispense the topical product 20, One or more springs 50 may be included in trigger mechanism 22 to assist in returning the first trigger handle 42 and / or the second trigger handle 44 to a starting and / or set position, FIG. 4 is a schematic side, zoomed, view' of the ergonomic applicator massager 10. FIG. 5 is a schematic side view of a trigger mechanism 22 for moving the balm pod 18,SIL0101

[0074] As viewed in FIG. 6, there is an alternative flip-top holder 60 for the balm pod 18 within the balm pod holder 16, This may replace the sliding holder or sliding holder cover, Additional holders, or holder configurations, will be recognizable to those having ordinary skill in the art,

[0075] FIGS. 7-9 show various views of an alternative ergonomic applicator massager 110 or. simply, alternative massager 110, The alternative massager 110 includes a base portion 112, a curved applicator 114 operatively attached to the base portion 112. and a balm pod holder 116 containing a topical product (not shown) within a balm pod, at one end of the curved applicator 114, These may be adjustable in a linear position on the base portion 112, such as for better ergonomics, as well as a third handle 128, Any of the handles of the alternative massager 110 may be configured to be rotatable and adjustable in a linear position on the base portion 112.

[0076] The alternative massager 110 has an alternative trigger mechanism 122 configured to dispense the topical product from the balm pod, The alternative trigger mechanism 122 is generally adjacent to a first handle 124, A pair of second handles 126. at approximately 90-degrees to one another, and possibly rotatable for better ergonomics, are also included, as well as a third handle 128, Any of the handles of the alternative massager 110 may be configured to be rotatable, Additionally, there may be a breach loader, threaded holder, or other means of holding and dispensing the contents of the removable pod onto the application surface,

[0077] The alternative massager 1 10 may have a roller ball 130 and a sliding holder or flip top holder, The balm pod may be triggered by an actuator, actuated by a first trigger handle 142, Note that, as with massager 10, the alternative massager 110 may be utilized by any of the other actuation mechanisms and may be used to dispense the topical product, including, without limitation: hydraulic, electron! c / electric systems, and / or linear actuators.

[0078] Note that the first handle 124 is largely stationary, such that, generally, the movement comes from the first trigger handle 142, How ever, both the first handle 124 and the first trigger handle 142 may be moveable, depending on the configuration, as will be recognized by those having ordinary skill in the art. A release trigger 144 may also be included, and one or more springs 150 having an end 138 may be configured to return the alternative trigger mechanism 122 to its base position,

[0079] Alternatively, the massager 10 or alternative massager 110 may utilize massaging capabilities, including a vibrating head and / or roller ball 30 or roller ball 130 - note that there may multiple roller balls 30 or roller balls 130, Additionally, there may be heatSIL0101 added to the roller balls 30 or roller balls 130 for added therapeutic relief, Skilled artisans will recognize additional variations to the massager 10 or alternative massager 110 that may provide alternative therapeutic relief,

[0080] Handles and / or triggers are configured to place the user’s hands in better positions, such that a power position is available to apply force with minimal effort to the posterior of the body, To avoid awkward postures and to minimize force, the user’s hands are placed in better positions, This may limit injuries caused by, and / or reduce discomfort, pulling hard on the massager 10 or the alternative massager 1 10,

[0081] This may include a power zone position that is available to apply force with minimal effort and discomfort to the user's arms, elbows, wrists, hands, and shoulders while applying balms and self-massaging the posterior of the hard to reach areas of the body. To avoid awkward postures and to minimize force, the user’s hands are placed in multiple grip positions to allow for better ergonomics, This may limit injuries caused by, and / or reduce discomfort, from self-massaging, pulling / pushing and working the massager 10 or the alternative massager 110 by keeping limbs in a natural and a power zone position,

[0082] The therapy cane - the massager 10 or the alternative massager 110 - also keeps users in proper ergonomic position and posture due to the handle positions designed to keep arms, wrists, elbows, back, and shoulders in a natural, comfortable position in the power zone,

[0083] FIG. 10 is a schematic side view of an alternative balm pod holder 117. FIG. 1 1 is a schematic side view of an alternative balm pod holder 1 17, Note that alternative balm pod holders may be recognized by those having ordinary skill in the art.

[0084] The therapy cane ergonomic design helps avoid awkward posture and extended reach - where hands, arms, and / or shoulders apply massage for self-care to the posterior of the body including shoulders, neck, upper back, mid back, lower back, buttocks, hamstrings, and / or calves, The therapy cane also keeps users in proper ergonomic position and posture due to the handle positions to keep arms, wrists, and elbows back and shoulders in a comfortable position and keep arms in a position that does not cause long reach issues, Skilled artisans will recognize additional poor postures that may be caused by a lack of ergonomic design,

[0085] Creating an ergonomic therapy device - including either the massager 10 and / or the alternative massager 110 - with handles that keep arms, shoulders, and wrists in the proper position and in the power zone to benefits all pain sufferers, but it is especially important for anyone with back, neck,joint or other types of chronic pain. Correct placementSIL0101 of hand position while applying to the posterior, with direct pressure for massaging and applying therapeutics, is designed to help reduce or eliminate additional pain for administering self-care,

[0086] These hand positions, handle locations, and the design of the therapy cane are advancements and differences from all other similar therapy canes on the market, FIG. 12A shows an alternative balm pod 118 and FIG. 12B shows a plunger 140 that may go into the alternative balm pod 118, FIGS. 13 and 14 show alternative massagers 210 of varying types.

[0087] Only some of the features will be specifically discussed, Diamond handles 226 may be included on the alternative massagers 210 and may be adjustable to include, without limitation, hand grips or other elements recognizable to those having ordinary' skill in the art, Several trigger mechanisms 222 are included, FIG. 14 includes adjustable roller elements 230, that may be adjusted to alter the angle of an alternative balm pod 218, This may allow the alternative massager 210, with the adjustable roller elements 230, to adjust the angle of the alternative balm pod 218,

[0088] There may be adjustable elements in FIGS. 13 and 14. which are shown schematically as adjustable elements 232. which may include push-button elements inside of the adjustable elements 232 holes, Additional ergonomic grips 234 are shown in FIG. 13,

[0089] Manual injection by means of a disposable tube or other refillable or disposable balm holder or transfer method to apply the therapeutic to the roller ball distribution area. This could be done by many means or methods using a screw on. quick connect, zerk / zirk type fitting or other fittings recognizable to those having ordinary skill in the art, This may include, without limitation, a pump for injection and / or an injection gun,

[0090] Alternatively, there may be an openable port somewhere around the balm pods 18, 118, or 218 that may allow direct filling, An openable and / or sealable and directly Tillable port or other means to directly fill the application area to apply therapeutics onto multiple roller balls 30 or roller balls 130 for topical application, Additionally, there may be a handheld, possibly vibrating, alternative holder,

[0091] FIGS 15-24 are schematic illustrations of an example therapeutic device 310 for a user. One feature of the device 310 is to allow for the administration of a therapeutic treatment, such as a massage or application of a fluid, to regions of the user’s body that may be difficult to reach otherwise, such as the back or shoulders of the patient. Additionally, the device 310 allows for the application of adhesive patches. Furthermore, the configuration of handles as discussed in greater detail below allows for the application of increased force for users with limited mobility.SIL0101

[0092] In the illustrated example, the device 310 includes an elongated body 312 extending between a proximal end 314 and a distal end 316. A receiver 318 is located at the distal end 316 of the elongated body 312 for selectively attaching a head assembly 320 relative to the elongated body 312 and a cap 321 encloses an end of the head assembly 320.

[0093] As shown in FIGS. 15-17, the elongated body 312 includes a first portion 322 located adjacent to the proximal end 314 that extends along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion 324 located adjacent to the distal end 316 having a curved profile that follows a radius of curvature. The first portion 322 includes telescoping segments that fit within each other to allow for varying lengths of the first portion 322. In other examples, there may be no telescoping segments. Multiple handles are located along the elongated body 312 to allow the user to customize their respective location to best utilize the device 310.

[0094] In the illustrated example, a first handle assembly 326 is located at the proximal end 314 of the elongated body 312. The first handle assembly 326 includes an attachment body 328 having a mating opening for selectively attaching to the proximal end 314 of the elongated body 312 using a retainer 329, such as a spring-loaded retainer. The attachment body 328 also includes a selectively rotatable portion 332 that allows a handle 334 to be rotated between multiple predetermined rotational positions relative to the attachment body 328 through use of an actuator 336 on the attachment body 328. As show n in FIG. 17, the handle 334 can be rotated in the direction of the arrow Al through at least 180 degrees of travel about a pivot axis.

[0095] A second handle assembly 340 is slidably attached along the elongated body 312. In the illustrated example, the second handle assembly 340 includes a sleeve 342 that surrounds the elongated body 312 and the handle assembly 340 includes a retainer 344, such as a cam lock having a lever, that engages the elongated body 312 to prevent relative movement between the second handle assembly 340 and the elongated body 312. A pair of handles 346 extend outw ard from the sleeve 342. In one example, the pair of handles 346 includes at least 90 degrees of separation therebetween. Alternatively, as show n in FIG. 23, a triangular handle 349 could be used in place of the pair of handles 346 extending from the sleeve 342. Furthermore, a single handle 351 including a circular protrusion at a distal end, as shown in FIG. 24, or a single handle 353 with an elongated or paddle-shaped protrusion at a distal end, as shown in FIG. 25 could be used with the sleeve 342 to form the second handle assembly.

[0096] Additionally, in the illustrated example, a third handle assembly 350 is slidably attached along the elongated body 312. In the illustrated example, the third handleSIL0101 assembly 350 includes a sleeve 352 that surrounds the elongated body 312 and the third handle assembly 350 includes a retainer 354, such as a cam lock having a lever, that engages the elongated body 312 to prevent relative movement between the third handle assembly 350 and the elongated body 312. A single handle 356 extends outward from the sleeve 342 and is fixed from moving relative to the sleeve. However, one of the other ty pes of handles, such as 346, 349. 351, or 353 could be used in place of the single handle 356. Additionally, the placement of the second and third handle assemblies 340 and 350 could be switched depending on the desired application.

[0097] In the illustrated example, the receiver 318 is attached to the distal end 316 of the elongated body 312 with retainers 360 fixing a body portion 362 of the receiver relative to the elongated body 312. The body portion 362 includes a rotatable portion 364 that allows for selective rotational movement of an attachment portion 366 of the receiver 318 relative to the elongated body 312 about axis P2. One feature of the rotatable portion 364 is to allow a user to customize the position of the head assembly 320 for a particular location on the body. As shown in FIG. 17, the receiver 318 includes an actuator, such as a spring-loaded release button, that allows for positioning the attachment portion 366 in one of several different predetermined rotational positions. In one example, the rotatable portion 364 allows for at least 90 degrees of travel for the head assembly 320. In another example, the receiver 318 does not include the rotatable portion 364. such that the attachment portion 366 is fixed relative to the elongated body 312.

[0098] As shown in FIG. 15-18A, the receiver 318 defines a keyed recess 370 in the attachment portion 366 that allows for a complementary keyed projection 380 on the head assembly 320 to mate with the attachment portion 366. One feature of the keyed configuration is to ensure that the head assembly 320 is attached to the receiver 318 in a proper orientation. Additionally, the keyed configuration prevents rotational movement of the head assembly 320 relative to the receiver 318. As shown in FIG. 18A, the keyed projection 380 includes a pin 382 that is accepted within a pin recess 372 on the receiver 318. The receiver 318 includes a spring-loaded release button 374 having a projection that releases the pin 382 when depressed if the user desires to separate the head assembly 320 from the receiver 318.

[0099] As shown in FIG. 18A, the head assembly 320 includes a body portion 384 having a driver assembly 386, a fluid dispensing assembly 396, and an engagement portion 410 for engaging the user to transfer a fluid to a portion of the user’s body. In the illustrated example, the driver assembly 386 includes a driver 388, such as an electrical motor, aSIL0101 controller 390 in electrical communication with the driver 388, input buttons 392, and a plunger 394 for engaging a fluid dispensing assembly 396 as discussed in greater detail below. A battery 391, such as a rechargeable battery, can also be located in the head assembly 320 and be in electrical communication with the controller 390.

[0100] Although the controller 390 is depicted schematically as a unitary device in FIG. 18 A for illustrative clarity and simplicity, implemented embodiments of the controller 390 may include multiple distributed digital computers, each having memory (M) and a processor (P). The memory M includes sufficient amounts of tangible, non-transitory memory', e.g., read-only memory', flash memory', optical and / or magnetic memory', electrically -programmable read-only memory, and the like. The memory M also includes sufficient transient memory, such as random access memory and electronic buffers. Hardware components of the controller 390 may include, among other things, a high-speed clock, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog circuitry, and input / output circuitry and devices, as well as proper signal conditioning and buffer circuitry.

[0101] In the illustrated example, the plunger 394 is driven on a threaded shaft 395 by the driver 388. such as an electric motor, to selectively extend or retract the plunger 394 in response to the driver 388 receiving control signals from the controller 390. In one example, the controller 390 selectively moves the plunger 394 between a fully retracted position, a contacting position, and one of multiple fluid dispensing positions. In the contacting position, the plunger 394 is brought into contact with a head 402 of a fluid cartridge 400 in the fluid dispensing assembly 396 without dispensing fluid from the cartridge 400. In the illustrated example, the fluid cartridge 400 includes a cylindrical body portion and a disk at the head 402 that slides within an interior volume of the cylindrical body portion. The multiple fluid dispensing positions for the plunger 394 correspond to incremental doses of fluid being administered from the cartridge 400.

[0102] The input buttons 392 are in electrical communication with the controller 390. In one example, the input buttons 392 include a first button 392A that moves the plunger 394 to the retracted position, a second button 392B that moves the plunger 394 into the contact position, and a third button 392C that dispenses a dose of the fluid corresponding to the number of times the button is depressed. Alternatively, more or less than three input buttons can be used by combing features into a single button, such as retracting the plunger 394 or moving the plunger into contact with the head 402.

[0103] Additionally, an actuator button 392D can be located on the elongated body 312 that is in electrical communication with the controller 390 for dispensing doses of theSIL0101 fluid similar to the third button 392C. One feature of the actuator button 392D is to allow the user to continue engaging one of the handles while still being able to administer doses of the fluid.

[0104] In the illustrated example, the fluid dispensing assembly 396 includes a cartridge holder 412 that is pivotably connected to the body portion 384 by a hinge 414. The cartridge holder 412 at least partially defines a chamber 413 for accepting the cartridge 400. A window 415 allows for a visual inspection of the chamber 413 through the fluid dispensing assembly 396. In one example, the window 415 is comprised of a transparent material different from the cartridge holder 412.

[0105] A latch 416 is located on an opposite side of the cartridge holder 412 from the hinge 414. A chamber release assembly 418 selectively allows movement of the latch 416 depending on the position of the plunger 394. As shown in FIG. 18A, the chamber release assembly 418 includes a spring-loaded detent 420 that moves to an extended position when the plunger 394 is in the retracted position to allow for pivoting movement of the latch 416 to gain access to the chamber 413. When the plunger 394 has moved out of the retracted position, the detent 420 moves to a retracted or locked position to prevent the latch 416 from pivoting to prevent access to the chamber 413. One feature of the chamber release assembly 418 is to prevent the cartridge holder 412 from opening when the plunger 394 is extended to prevent damage to the plunger 394 or loss of fluid from the cartridge 400.

[0106] Additionally, FIG. 18B illustrates another example cartridge 400-1 similar to the cartridge 400, except where described below or shown in the drawings. The cartridge 400-1 includes a projection 404 extending from a flange 403 that is configured to engage a switch 406. One feature of this configuration is to ensure that the cartridge 400-1 is installed properly and compatible with the chamber 413 or to provide information regarding the fluid in the cartridge 400-1 to allow the controller 390 to operate the driver 388 with predetermined settings, such as dose volumes.

[0107] Furthermore, when the cartridge holder 412 is closed, the projection 404 engages the switch 406 to complete an electrical circuit. The controller 390 can sense the completion of the electrical circuit and allow corresponding functions of the head assembly 320. Alternatively, the projection 404 can include an RFID tag 405 that is read by an RFID tag reader 407 in electrical communication with the controller 390.

[0108] In the illustrated example, the engagement portion 410 of the head assembly 320 includes a body portion 430 that defines a spherical opening 432 for accepting a spherical applicator 434, such as a spherical ball, which transfers the fluid from the cartridgeSIL0101400 onto the user. As shown in FIG. 18 A, the engagement portion 410 includes a central passageway 433 defined by the body portion 430 that accepts a fluid dispensing orifice 436 on the cartridge 400. In one example, the fluid dispensing orifice 436 includes a valve 438 that controls the flow of fluid therethrough. When the plunger 394 engages the cartridge 400 to administer a dose of fluid, the fluid is transferred onto the spherical applicator 434. The spherical applicator 434 is spring-loaded by spring assemblies 440 to allow for proper clearance to transfer the fluid onto the spherical applicator 434 while it rotates.

[0109] The engagement portion 410 is removably attached to the fluid dispensing assembly 396 through the use of the retainer 411. The retainer 411 can include a quick connect fitting or a threaded fitting that allows the engagement portion 410 to be removed from the fluid dispensing assembly 396 and another engagement portion to be attached to the fluid dispensing assembly 396.

[0110] FIG. 19 illustrates another example engagement portion 450 for use with the head assembly 320. The engagement portion 450 is similar to the engagement portion 410 except where noted below or shown in the drawings. While the engagement portion 410 included the spherical applicator 434 to transfer the fluid from the cartridge 400 to the user, the engagement portion 450 eliminates the spherical applicator to allow the fluid to be transferred directly to the user through a passageway 454. A cap 451 can enclose the passageway 454 to prevent debris from entering the passageway 454 or to prevent the fluid from drying out within the cartridge 400.

[0111] Furthermore, an adhesive applicator housing 455 can be attached to the cap 451 and includes multiple adhesive members 453, such as patches, bandages, or TENS pads having electrical connectors, having vary ing shapes and sizes depending on the application. The adhesive members 453 can be biased against the housing by a biasing member 457, such as a spring, to allow the adhesive members 453 to extend to an edge of the housing 455 that includes a ledge to retain the adhesive members 453. When the cap 451 is placed on the engagement portion 450 with the adhesive applicator housing 455 attached thereon, the device 310 can be positioned to apply the adhesive member 453 to the body of the user. Depending on the application, the user can remove an adhesive cover on the outermost adhesive member 453 before attaching it to the body,

[0112] FIG. 20 illustrates another example engagement portion 470 for use with the head assembly 320 and the fluid dispensing assembly 396. The engagement portion 470 is similar to the engagement portion 410 except where noted below or shown in the drawings. While the engagement portion 470 included the spherical applicator 434 to transfer the fluidSIL0101 from the cartridge 400 to the user, the engagement portion 470 utilizes a roller applicator 472 that rotates around axis R1 within a housing 474 attached to the retainer 411. In the illustrated example, the roller applicator 472 includes a cylindrical body that receives fluid from the cartridge 400 through a passageway 476 extending through the housing 474.

[0113] FIG. 21 illustrates another example head assembly 500. The head assembly 500 is similar to the head assembly 320 except where described below or shown in the drawings. The head assembly 500 includes a driver 502 that drives an engagement portion 504, such as an electric shaver head, configured to remove hair from a user’s body. Input buttons 506 control the operation of the driver through a controller 508.

[0114] FIG. 22 illustrates yet another head assembly 510. The head assembly 510 is similar to the head assembly 320 except where described below or shown in the drawings. The head assembly 510 includes a driver 512 that drives an engagement portion 514, such as a reciprocating massager head, configured to engage the body of a user. Input buttons 516 control the operation of the driver through a controller 518.

[0115] FIG. 26A illustrates another example head assembly 550. The head assembly 550 is similar to the head assembly 320 except where described below or shown in the drawings. The head assembly 550 includes a body portion 552 having a driver assembly 554, a fluid dispensing assembly 556, and an engagement portion 558 for engaging the user to transfer a fluid to a portion of the user’s body. In the illustrated example, the driver assembly 554 includes a driver 560, such as a hand-actuated spring-loaded handle, connected to an arm 562 that utilizes mechanical leverage to compress a proximal end of a fluid cartridge 564. In the illustrated example, the fluid cartridge 564 is origami-shaped with multiple pleats that allow the fluid cartridge 564 to be compressed to dispense a fluid. When an external compressive force is removed from the cartridge 564, the cartridge expands back to its original volume due to the force from the pleats.

[0116] In the illustrated example, the fluid dispensing assembly includes a door 566, such as a transparent door, which pivots about a hinge 568 and is retained with a latch 570. A piston pump 572 can be fixed to one of the fluid cartridge 564 or the engagement portion 558 such that installing anew fluid cartridge in a chamber 574 utilizes the existing piston pump 572.

[0117] As shown in FIGS. 26A-26B, the piston pump 572 includes an outer sleeve 576 sealed relative to the engagement portion 558 with an O-ring 575. A piston 578 is biased by a spring 580 towards a closed position within the outer sleeve 576. During operation of the head assembly 550, fluid from the fluid cartridge 564 passes through the piston pump 572SIL0101 onto a spherical applicator 582 when the driver 560 is compressed in a similar manner as described above with respect to the spherical applicator 434. When the driver 560 is released, the origami shape of the fluid cartridge 564 creates a vacuum in the piston pump 572 as it expands to draw fluid back into the fluid cartridge 564 to prevent it from drying out at a nozzle 577 of the piston pump 572.

[0118] FIG. 27 illustrates another example head assembly 600. The head assembly 600 is similar to the head assemblies 320 and 550, except where described below or shown in the drawings. The head assembly 600 includes a body portion 602 having a driver assembly 604, a fluid dispensing assembly 606, and an engagement portion 608 for engaging the user to transfer a fluid to a portion of the user’s body. In the illustrated example, the driver assembly 604 includes a driver 610, such as an electric motor, configured to rotate a cam 612 having an arm 613 attached thereto for utilizing mechanical leverage to compress a proximal end of the fluid cartridge 564. In one example, one complete revolution of the cam 612 provides a single dose of the fluid within the fluid cartridge 564. A controller 611 controls the operation of the driver 610 and is in electrical communication with a switch 615 for selectively activating the driver 610. Alternatively, the switch 615 is used to complete a circuit with a battery 617 to engage the driver 610 without utilizing the controller 611.

[0119] In the illustrated example, the fluid dispensing assembly 606 includes a door 616, such as a transparent door, which pivots about a hinge 618 and is retained with a latch 620. In one example, the body portion 602 and the door 616 are comprised of different materials. A piston pump 572 can be fixed to one of the fluid cartridge 564 or the engagement portion 608, such that installing a new7fluid cartridge in a chamber 624 utilizes the existing piston pump 572.

[0120] Clauses follow:

[0121] Clause 1 : An ergonomic applicator massager, including: a handle; a base portion; a curved applicator operatively attached to the base portion; and a balm pod containing a topical product at one end of the curved applicator, w herein the balm pod is removable and replaceable.

[0122] Clause 2: The ergonomic applicator massager of clause 1. further including: a roller ball for dispensing the topical product from the balm pod; and a trigger mechanism configured to dispense the topical product from the balm pod.

[0123] Clause 3: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-2, w herein the roller ball is one of heated or vibrating.SIL0101

[0124] Clause 4: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-3, further including: a cable operatively attached to the trigger mechanism, such that the cable, or hydraulic, electronic / electric systems, compressed air, and / or linear actuators, dispenses the topical product.

[0125] Clause 5: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-4, wherein the handle is rotatably attached to the base portion,

[0126] Clause 6: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-5. further including: a dispensing tip, for moving the topical product to the roller ball,

[0127] Clause 7: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-6, wherein the handle is a first handle, further including: a second handle attached to the base portion,

[0128] Clause 8: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-7. further including: a sliding holder for the balm pod.

[0129] Clause 9: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-8, further including: a flip-top holder for the balm pod.

[0130] Clause 10: The ergonomic applicator massager of any of clauses 1-9, further including: a balm pod holder, keyed to accept only one or more licensed balm pods.

[0131] Clause 11 : A treatment device, comprising: an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile; a first handle selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body; a receiver attached to a distal end of the elongated body; a head assembly selectively attachable to the receiver, wherein the head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly; and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly.

[0132] Clause 12: The device of clause 11, wherein the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly.

[0133] Clause 13: The device of clauses 11-12, wherein the fluid dispensing assembly includes a cartridge holder at least partially defining a chamber with the chamber configured to accept a fluid cartridge.

[0134] Clause 14: The device of clauses 11-13, wherein the actuator is in communication with the driver for selectively applying pressure to the fluid cartridge to dispense a fluid.SIL0101

[0135] Clause 15: The device of clauses 11-14, wherein the driver includes an electric drive motor configured to move a plunger between a plurality’ of different longitudinal positions.

[0136] Clause 16: The device of clauses 11-15, wherein the actuator includes a manually driven mechanical driver configured to move a plunger between a plurality of different longitudinal positions.

[0137] Clause 17: The device of clauses 11-16, wherein the chamber is pivotably attached relative to the head assembly between a first position allowing access into the chamber and a second position enclosing the chamber.

[0138] Clause 18: The device of clauses 11-17, including a chamber release assembly configured to retain the chamber in the second position when a plunger in the fluid dispensing assembly is in an extended position.

[0139] Clause 19: The device of clauses 11-18, wherein the engagement portion includes a spherical applicator in fluid communication with the cartridge holder and the spherical applicator is configured to roll relative to a body of the engagement portion for transferring a fluid onto a surface of the spherical applicator.

[0140] Clause 20: The device of clauses 11-19, wherein the engagement portion is selectively attachable to the fluid dispensing assembly.

[0141] Clause 21 : The device of clauses 11-20, wherein the elongated body includes telescoping segments adjacent to the proximal end.

[0142] Clause 22: The device of clauses 1 1-21 , including a selectively adjustable handle attached to the proximal end, wherein the selectively adjustable handle is moveable between one of a plurality of rotational positions relative to the proximal end of the elongated body.

[0143] Clause 23: The device of clauses 11-22, wherein the receiver is selectively adjustable between one of a plurality' of rotational positions relative to the distal end of the elongated body.

[0144] Clause 24: The device of clauses 11-23, wherein the receiver includes one of a keyed mating projection or a keyed mating recess that engages the other of the key ed mating projection or the keyed mating recess on the head assembly.

[0145] Clause 25: The device of clauses 11-24, including a retainer assembly having a spring loaded pin configured to retain the receiver relative to the head assembly when the pin is in a first position and release the receiver to the head assembly when the pin is in a second position.SIL0101

[0146] Clause 26: The device of clauses 11-25, wherein the engagement portion includes one of a reciprocating massager or an electric shaver.

[0147] Clause 27: The device of clauses 11-26, wherein the driver includes an electric motor configured to rotate a cam having an arm configured to engage a fluid cartridge.

[0148] Clause 28: The device of clauses 11-27, wherein the engagement portion includes a roller applicator in fluid communication with a cartridge holder on the fluid dispensing assembly with the roller applicator being configured to allow a cylindrical roller to spin around an axis of rotation relative to the fluid dispensing assembly for transferring a fluid onto the roller applicator.

[0149] Clause 29: A method of operating a treatment device, the method comprising: positioning a treatment device relative to a desired area of treatment, wherein the treatment device includes: an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile; a first handle selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body; a receiver attached to a distal end of the elongated body; a head assembly selectively attachable to the receiver, wherein the head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly; and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly; and engaging the actuator on the treatment device to activate the driver in the head assembly.

[0150] Clause 30: The method of clause 29, wherein the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly with the driver configured to move a plunger between a plurality' of longitudinal positions.

[0151] '‘A”, “an”, ‘‘the’’, '‘at least one”, and ‘'one or more” are used interchangeably to indicate that at least one of the items is present, A plurality of such items may be present unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, All numerical values of parameters (e.g., of quantities or conditions) in this specification, unless otherwise indicated expressly or clearly in view of the context, including the appended claims, are to be understood as being modified in all instances by the term “about” whether or not “about” actually appears before the numerical value, “About” indicates that the stated numerical value allows some slight imprecision (with some approach to exactness in the value; approximately or reasonably close to the value; nearly). If the imprecision provided by “about” is not otherwise understood in the art with this ordinary meaning, then “about” as used herein indicates atSIL0101 least variations that may arise from ordinary methods of measuring and using such parameters, In addition, a disclosure of a range is to be understood as specifically disclosing all values and further divided ranges within the range,

[0152] When used, the term '‘substantially” refers to relationships that are ideally perfect or complete, but where manufacturing realties prevent absolute perfection, Therefore, substantially denotes typical variance from perfection, For example, if height A is substantially equal to height B, it may be preferred that the two heights are 100.0% equivalent, but manufacturing realities likely result in the distances varying from such perfection, Skilled artisans will recognize the amount of acceptable variance, For example, and without limitation, coverages, areas, or distances may generally be within 10% of perfection for substantial equivalence. Similarly, relative alignments, such as parallel or perpendicular, may generally be considered to be within 5%. When used herein, the term “approximately” often refers to relationships where skilled artisans would recognize the amount of coverage needed.

[0153] The terms “comprising”, “including”, and “having” are inclusive and therefore specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements, or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, or components, Orders of steps, processes, and operations may be altered when possible, and additional or alternative steps may be employed, As used in this specification, the term “or” includes any one, and all, combinations of the associated listed items. The term “any of’ is understood to include any possible combination of referenced items, including '‘any one of’ the referenced items,

[0154] For consistency and convenience, directional adjectives may be employed throughout this detailed description corresponding to the illustrated embodiments, Those having ordinary skill in the art will recognize that terms such as “above”, “below”, '‘upward”, “downward”, “top”, “bottom”, etc., may be used descriptively relative to the figures, without representing limitations on the scope of the invention, as defined by the claims,

[0155] While various embodiments have been described, the description is intended to be exemplary, rather than limiting and it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more embodiments and implementations are possible that are within the scope of the embodiments, Any feature of any embodiment may be used in combination wi th or substituted for any other feature or element in any other embodiment unless specifically- restricted, Accordingly, the embodiments are not to be restricted except in light of theSIL0101 atached claims and their equivalents, Also, various modifications and changes may be made within the scope of the atached claims.

[0156] While several modes for carrying out the many aspects of the present teachings have been described in detail, those familiar with the art to which these teachings relate will recognize various alternative aspects for practicing the present teachings that are within the scope of the appended claims, It is intended that all mater contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and exemplary of the entire range of alternative embodiments that an ordinarily skilled artisan would recognize as implied by, structurally and / or functionally equivalent to, or otherwise rendered obvious based upon the included content, and not as limited solely to those explicitly depicted and / or described embodiments,

Claims

SIL0I01WHAT IS CLAIMED IS:

1. A treatment device, comprising: an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the elongated body includes a first portion adjacent to the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile; a first handle selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body; a receiver attached to a distal end of the elongated body; a head assembly selectively attachable to the receiver, wherein the head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly; and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly.

3. The device of claim 2. wherein the fluid dispensing assembly includes a cartridge holder at least partially defining a chamber with the chamber configured to accept a fluid cartridge.

4. The device of claim 3, wherein the actuator is in communication with the driver for selectively applying pressure to the fluid cartridge to dispense a fluid.

5. The device of claim 4, wherein the fluid dispensing assembly includes a plunger and the driver includes an electric drive motor configured to move the plunger in the fluid dispensing assembly between a plurality of different longitudinal positions.

6. The device of claim 4, wherein the fluid dispensing assembly includes a plunger and the actuator includes a manually driven mechanical driver configured to move the plunger between a plurality of different longitudinal positions.

7. The device of claim 6, wherein the chamber is pivotably attached relative to the head assembly between a first position allowing access into the chamber and a second position enclosing the chamber.SIL01018. The device of claim 7, including a chamber release assembly configured to retain the chamber in the second position when a plunger in the fluid dispensing assembly is in an extended position.

9. The device of claim 3, wherein the engagement portion includes a spherical applicator in fluid communication with the cartridge holder and the spherical applicator is configured to roll relative to a body of the engagement portion for transferring a fluid onto a surface of the spherical applicator.

10. The device of claim 9, wherein the engagement portion is selectively attachable to the fluid dispensing assembly.

11. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body includes telescoping segments adjacent to the proximal end.

12. The device of claim 1, including a selectively adjustable handle attached to the proximal end, wherein the selectively adjustable handle is movable between one of a plurality of rotational positions relative to the proximal end of the elongated body.

13. The device of claim 1, wherein the receiver is selectively adjustable between one of a plurality of rotational positions relative to the distal end of the elongated body.

14. The device of claim 1, wherein the receiver includes one of a keyed mating projection or a keyed mating recess that engages the other of the keyed mating projection or the keyed mating recess on the head assembly.

15. The device of claim 14, including a retainer assembly having a spring loaded pin configured to retain the receiver relative to the head assembly when the pin is in a first position and release the receiver to the head assembly when the pin is in a second position.

16. The device of claim 1, wherein the engagement portion includes one of a reciprocating massager or an electric shaver.SIL010117. The device of claim 1, including a cam having an arm and the driver includes an electric motor configured to rotate the cam having the arm to engage a fluid cartridge.

18. The device of claim 2, wherein the engagement portion includes a roller applicator in fluid communication with a cartridge holder on the fluid dispensing assembly with the roller applicator including a cylindrical roller configured to spin around an axis of rotation relative to the fluid dispensing assembly for transferring a fluid onto the roller applicator.

19. A method of operating a treatment device, the method comprising: positioning a treatment device relative to a desired area of treatment, wherein the treatment device includes: an elongated body extending between a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the elongated body includes a first portion adjacent the proximal end extending along a first longitudinal axis and a second portion adjacent to the distal end having a curved profile; a first handle selectively adjustable along a length of the elongated body; a receiver attached to a distal end of the elongated body; a head assembly selectively attachable to the receiver, wherein the head assembly includes an engagement portion in communication with a driver in the head assembly; and an actuator configured to actuate the driver in the head assembly; and engaging the actuator on the treatment device to activate the driver in the head assembly.

20. The method of claim 19, wherein the head assembly includes a fluid dispensing assembly with the driver configured to move a plunger between a plurality of longitudinal positions.

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