公开(公告)号：US08226698B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-24

申请号：US12237074

申请日：2008-09-24

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Elena Mednikoff ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Elena Mednikoff ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: A61F7/02

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F2007/0002 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic cranial wrap for use with a thermal contrast therapy systems and methods for providing a temperature regulated fluid. The cranial wrap includes an active thermal exchange bladder and an active compression bladder, adapted to fit the cranial therapy site. The thermal exchange bladder may be coupled to the thermal contrast therapy system. The compression bladder may compress the therapy site. In some embodiments, the compressive bladder may be integrated into the thermal exchange bladder, or may be omitted. The cranial wrap also includes a contoured shell, known as a hood shaped therapy pad, which is adapted to snugly fit the cranial therapy site and provide neck support. Adjustable straps, including at least one strap that circumvents the cranium, secure the cranial wrap in a fitted position adjacent the therapy site. The cranial wrap couples to the thermal contrast therapy system which includes a hot and cold fluid reservoir, a mixing valve, and a fluid pump.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于与热对比治疗系统一起使用的治疗性颅盖和用于提供温度调节流体的方法。 头盖包括活动的热交换囊和活动的压缩膀胱，适合于适应头颅治疗部位。 热交换囊可以耦合到热对比治疗系统。 压迫膀胱可压缩治疗部位。 在一些实施例中，压缩囊可以集成到热交换囊中，或者可以省略。 颅盖还包括一个被称为罩状治疗垫的轮廓外壳，其适于紧贴颅部治疗部位并提供颈部支撑。 可调节的皮带，包括至少一个绕着颅骨的皮带，将颅包裹物固定在治疗部位附近的适当位置。 颅包装耦合到热对比治疗系统，其包括冷热流体储存器，混合阀和流体泵。

公开(公告)号：US07694693B1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-13

申请号：US11291517

申请日：2005-11-30

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: F16K11/087

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F7/0085 ,  A61F2007/0001 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  F16K5/0605 ,  F16K5/10 ,  F16K11/0876 ,  F16K19/00 ,  Y10T137/86734 ,  Y10T137/86823

Abstract: The present invention relates to fluid mixing valves, and more particularly, to mixing valve assemblies which incorporate a ball element and which are adapted for use in a thermal or contrast therapy system, or medical thermal therapy system. The ball element of the present invention is characterized by continuously varying restrictive inlets which enable the user to obtain a substantially linear therapy temperature profile while maintaining substantially constant outlet pressure and flow rates.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及流体混合阀，更具体地说，涉及混合球形元件并适用于热或对比度治疗系统或医疗热疗系统的阀组件。 本发明的球形元件的特征在于连续地改变限制进口，使得使用者能够获得基本上线性的治疗温度曲线，同时保持基本恒定的出口压力和流速。

公开(公告)号：US08425579B1

公开(公告)日：2013-04-23

申请号：US11538278

申请日：2006-10-03

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: A61F7/00 ,  A61H1/00

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F5/0123 ,  A61F7/0085 ,  A61F2007/0018 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic knee brace system including a leg brace for support, a retainer for securing the therapeutic knee brace system to a knee joint therapy site, a brace joint providing a limited range of flexion to the knee brace, and an active thermal exchange bladder coupled to a contrast therapy system for delivering a therapy fluid at a select temperature, pressure and rate. Thermal exchange bladder is removable, and the pressure may be constant or dynamic. The angle of flexion may be selected by the therapy recipient, and the range of flexion of the brace joint is configurable. The knee brace may communicate range and instant angle of flexion of the brace joint to a continuous passive motion (CPM) device, and communication may be mechanical, electronic or wireless. A knee brace coupler attaches to a CPM coupler on the CPM device to selectively couple the therapeutic knee brace system to the CPM device.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种治疗性膝关节支撑系统，其包括用于支撑的支腿支撑件，用于将治疗性膝盖支撑系统固定到膝关节治疗部位的保持器，向膝盖支架提供有限范围的弯曲的支撑接头，以及活动 热交换囊耦合到对比治疗系统，用于在选择的温度，压力和速率下输送治疗流体。 热交换膀胱是可移动的，并且压力可以是恒定的或动态的。 弯曲角度可以由治疗者选择，并且支架关节的屈曲范围是可配置的。 膝关节支架可以将支架关节的范围和即时弯曲角度传递到连续的被动运动（CPM）装置，并且通信可以是机械的，电子的或无线的。 膝盖支架耦合器附接到CPM装置上的CPM耦合器以选择性地将治疗性膝盖支架系统耦合到CPM装置。

公开(公告)号：US08052628B1

公开(公告)日：2011-11-08

申请号：US11469614

申请日：2006-09-01

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: A61F5/00 ,  A61F5/01 ,  A61F7/00

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F7/0085 ,  A61F2007/0018 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic spinal column brace system, comprising an active thermal exchange layer for providing thermal contrast therapy to a therapy site, an active compression bladder for providing compression to the therapy site, at least one cushion layer for comfort, a rigid shell including at least one rigid support brace, and an adjustable strapping system to secure the therapeutic spinal column brace system to the spinal column therapy site. In some embodiment an active amalgamated bladder or a thermal exchange and compression bladder may be used in lieu of the thermal exchange bladder and the compression bladder. By regulating the pressure within the bladders the compression may be steady or pulsating to achieve a therapeutic effect. A contrast therapy system comprising a hot reservoir, a cold reservoir, a mixing valve, and a fluid pump for delivering the therapy fluid to the therapeutic spinal column brace system may be utilized.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种治疗性脊柱支架系统，其包括用于向治疗部位提供热对比治疗的活性热交换层，用于向治疗部位提供压缩的主动压缩囊，至少一个用于舒适的缓冲层，刚性 包括至少一个刚性支撑支架的壳体和用于将治疗性脊柱支架系统固定到脊柱治疗部位的可调节捆扎系统。 在一些实施方案中，可以使用活性汞合物气囊或热交换和压缩囊代替热交换囊和压缩囊。 通过调节气囊内的压力，压缩可以是稳定的或脉动的以达到治疗效果。 可以使用对比治疗系统，其包括用于将治疗流体递送到治疗性脊柱支架系统的热储存器，冷储存器，混合阀和流体泵。

公开(公告)号：US20100030306A1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-04

申请号：US12237074

申请日：2008-09-24

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Elena Mednikoff ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Elena Mednikoff ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: A61F7/00

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F2007/0002 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic cranial wrap for use with a thermal contrast therapy systems and methods for providing a temperature regulated fluid. The cranial wrap includes an active thermal exchange bladder and an active compression bladder, adapted to fit the cranial therapy site. The thermal exchange bladder may be coupled to the thermal contrast therapy system. The compression bladder may compress the therapy site. In some embodiments, the compressive bladder may be integrated into the thermal exchange bladder, or may be omitted. The cranial wrap also includes a contoured shell, known as a hood shaped therapy pad, which is adapted to snugly fit the cranial therapy site and provide neck support. Adjustable straps, including at least one strap that circumvents the cranium, secure the cranial wrap in a fitted position adjacent the therapy site. The cranial wrap couples to the thermal contrast therapy system which includes a hot and cold fluid reservoir, a mixing valve, and a fluid pump.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于与热对比治疗系统一起使用的治疗性颅盖和用于提供温度调节流体的方法。 头盖包括活动的热交换囊和活动的压缩膀胱，适合于适应头颅治疗部位。 热交换囊可以耦合到热对比治疗系统。 压迫膀胱可压缩治疗部位。 在一些实施例中，压缩囊可以集成到热交换囊中，或者可以省略。 颅盖还包括一个被称为罩状治疗垫的轮廓外壳，其适于紧贴颅部治疗部位并提供颈部支撑。 可调节的皮带，包括至少一个绕着颅骨的皮带，将颅包裹物固定在治疗部位附近的适当位置。 颅包装耦合到热对比治疗系统，其包括冷热流体储存器，混合阀和流体泵。

公开(公告)号：US07658205B1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-09

申请号：US11676921

申请日：2007-02-20

Applicant: Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

Inventor： Howard Edelman ,  Daqing Liu

IPC: F16L37/32

CPC classification number: A61M39/1011 ,  A61F7/00 ,  A61M5/1408 ,  A61M39/105 ,  A61M39/223 ,  A61M39/26 ,  A61M2039/1027 ,  A61M2039/1083 ,  A61M2039/1088 ,  A61M2205/36 ,  F16L37/32 ,  Y10T137/87153 ,  Y10T137/87957

Abstract: The fluid coupler comprises a male coupler, a female coupler, and a seal between the male coupler and the female coupler when they are coupled, preventing fluid leakage. The female coupler receives the male coupler when in a coupled position. The male coupler includes a two pieced housing, a unitary valve and a biasing member. The two pieces of the housing may be joined. A cavity runs the length of the housing. The female coupler includes a housing, an annulus, a unitary valve and a biasing member. The annulus and the housing may be joined. A cavity runs the length of the housing. The unitary valves and biasing members fit within the cavities and are capable of longitudinal positioning within a configurable range. When male coupler and female coupler are coupled, the unitary valves are open permitting fluid flow. Otherwise, if uncoupled, the unitary valves are closed preventing fluid leakage.

Abstract translation: 当耦合耦合器时，流体耦合器包括阳耦合器，阴耦合器以及阳耦合器和阴耦合器之间的密封，防止流体泄漏。 当耦合位置时，母耦合器接收公耦合器。 阳联接器包括两个接头壳体，单一阀和偏置构件。 两个壳体可以连接。 空腔延伸住外壳的长度。 阴联接器包括壳体，环形空间，单一阀和偏置构件。 环和壳体可以连接。 空腔延伸住外壳的长度。 整体阀和偏置构件配合在空腔内并且能够在可配置范围内纵向定位。 当公耦合器和母耦合器耦合时，单一阀打开允许流体流动。 否则，如果断开连接，则整体阀门关闭，防止流体泄漏。

公开(公告)号：US20100137765A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-03

申请号：US12623290

申请日：2009-11-20

Applicant: Howard Edelman

Inventor： Howard Edelman

IPC: A61F5/00

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F2007/0018 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0228 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a spinal column brace system which includes a rigid support, an interchangeable therapy pad, and a front panel. The rigid support includes patches of hook material and also has straps connected to it. These straps are at least partially elastic and also include hook material pads on their ends. The interchangeable therapy pad, on the other hand, has one side covered in loop material, thereby allowing the therapy pad to be attached to the patches on the rigid support. The front panel is also covered in loop material, which may be used to couple to the hook material found on the straps. The therapy pad includes a thermal exchange bladder and a cushion layer. The thermal exchange bladder may be coupled to a contrast therapy system via an umbilical and fluid coupler. The contrast therapy system includes a hot and cold reservoir. A mixing valve may mix a selected ratio of the hot and cold fluids from the hot and cold reservoirs to make therapy fluid of a particular temperature. A fluid pump then delivers the therapy fluid to the thermal exchange bladder.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种脊柱支架系统，其包括刚性支撑件，可互换的治疗垫和前面板。 刚性支撑件包括钩材料片，并且还具有连接到其上的带子。 这些带至少部分弹性，并且在它们的端部还包括钩材料垫。 另一方面，可互换的治疗垫具有被环形材料覆盖的一侧，从而允许治疗垫与刚性支撑体上的贴片相连。 前面板还覆盖有环形材料，可用于连接到绑带上的钩子材料。 治疗垫包括热交换囊和缓冲层。 热交换膀胱可以通过脐带和流体耦合器耦合到对比治疗系统。 对比治疗系统包括一个冷热库。 混合阀可以混合来自热和冷储存器的热和冷流体的选定比例，以制备特定温度的治疗流体。 然后，流体泵将治疗流体递送到热交换囊。

公开(公告)号：US20090254160A1

公开(公告)日：2009-10-08

申请号：US12420055

申请日：2009-04-08

Applicant: Michael Shawver ,  Howard Edelman

Inventor： Michael Shawver ,  Howard Edelman

IPC: A61F7/02

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F7/0085 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0295

Abstract: The present invention relates to a replaceable module for use with a thermal contrast therapy systems. The replaceable module may be an automated thermal contrast therapy module which includes a casing, a manual mixing valve, an automated mixing valve, an automated mixing valve actuator, a temperature sensor, and an interface. A cold and a hot fluid are mixed to generate a therapy fluid. The therapy fluid may be output to a therapy bladder. The second replaceable module is a compression therapy module which includes a casing, an air pump, a pneumatic solenoid, and a pressure monitor. The casing may include a pressurized air pathway including an air outlet. The pump may pressurize the air within the pathway, and the solenoid may regulate the air pressure using feedback from the pressure sensor. Additionally, a pressure relief valve may release pressure if it gets above a safety threshold. The compression therapy module may also include a fluid pathway.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于与热对比治疗系统一起使用的可更换模块。 可替换模块可以是自动热对比度治疗模块，其包括壳体，手动混合阀，自动混合阀，自动混合阀致动器，温度传感器和界面。 混合冷和热的流体以产生治疗液。 治疗液可以输出到治疗膀胱。 第二可替换模块是包括壳体，气泵，气动螺线管和压力监视器的压缩治疗模块。 壳体可以包括包括空气出口的加压空气通路。 泵可以对通道内的空气加压，并且螺线管可以使用来自压力传感器的反馈来调节空气压力。 另外，如果溢流阀达到安全阈值以上，则压力释放阀可以释放压力。 压缩治疗模块还可以包括流体通路。

公开(公告)号：US08216163B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-10

申请号：US12623290

申请日：2009-11-20

Applicant: Howard Edelman

Inventor： Howard Edelman

IPC: A61F5/00 ,  A61F5/01 ,  A61F7/00

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F2007/0018 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0228 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: The present invention relates to a spinal column brace system which includes a rigid support, an interchangeable therapy pad, and a front panel. The rigid support includes patches of hook material and also has straps connected to it. These straps are at least partially elastic and also include hook material pads on their ends. The interchangeable therapy pad, on the other hand, has one side covered in loop material, thereby allowing the therapy pad to be attached to the patches on the rigid support. The front panel is also covered in loop material, which may be used to couple to the hook material found on the straps. The therapy pad includes a thermal exchange bladder and a cushion layer. The thermal exchange bladder may be coupled to a contrast therapy system via an umbilical and fluid coupler. The contrast therapy system includes a hot and cold reservoir. A mixing valve may mix a selected ratio of the hot and cold fluids from the hot and cold reservoirs to make therapy fluid of a particular temperature. A fluid pump then delivers the therapy fluid to the thermal exchange bladder.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种脊柱支架系统，其包括刚性支撑件，可互换的治疗垫和前面板。 刚性支撑件包括钩材料片，并且还具有连接到其上的带子。 这些带至少部分弹性，并且在它们的端部还包括钩材料垫。 另一方面，可互换的治疗垫具有被环形材料覆盖的一侧，从而允许治疗垫与刚性支撑体上的贴片相连。 前面板还覆盖有环形材料，可用于连接到绑带上的钩子材料。 治疗垫包括热交换囊和缓冲层。 热交换膀胱可以通过脐带和流体耦合器耦合到对比治疗系统。 对比治疗系统包括一个冷热库。 混合阀可以混合来自热和冷储存器的热和冷流体的选定比例，以制备特定温度的治疗流体。 然后，流体泵将治疗流体递送到热交换囊。

公开(公告)号：US07211104B2

公开(公告)日：2007-05-01

申请号：US10267247

申请日：2002-10-08

Applicant: Howard Edelman

Inventor： Howard Edelman

IPC: A61F7/02

CPC classification number: A61F7/02 ,  A61F7/0085 ,  A61F2007/0018 ,  A61F2007/0054 ,  A61F2007/0056 ,  A61F2007/0296

Abstract: A contrast therapy system. According to one aspect of the invention, the contrast therapy system includes a hot reservoir for holding a relatively hot fluid and a cold reservoir for holding a relatively cold fluid. The system also includes a mixing valve for receiving a selected ratio of the hot and cold fluids from the hot and cold reservoirs. The mixing valve is operable to deliver a therapy fluid with a therapy temperature determined by the selected ratio. The system also includes a therapy pad for receiving the therapy fluid from the mixing valve and returning the therapy fluid to at least one of the hot reservoir and the cold reservoir.

Abstract translation: 对比治疗系统。 根据本发明的一个方面，对比度治疗系统包括用于保持相对热的流体的热储存器和用于保持相对冷的流体的冷储存器。 该系统还包括一个混合阀，用于接收来自热和冷储存器的热和冷流体的选定比例。 混合阀可操作以递送具有由所选择的比例确定的治疗温度的治疗流体。 该系统还包括治疗垫，用于从混合阀接收治疗流体并将治疗流体返回到热储器和冷储存器中的至少一个。