Abstract:
Provided are an expandable cushion massage device and a method for controlling the same. The expandable cushion massage device includes an expandable cushion layer, a massage layer, a valve and a multi-purpose pump. The expandable cushion layer includes a first expandable bag and a second expandable bag, with the first expandable bag and the second expandable bag provided at upper and lower ends of the massage layer respectively, and the first expandable bag and the second expandable bag connected with the multi-purpose pump via the valve. The expandable cushion massage device which not only can be used as a massage apparatus, but also can be used as an ordinary bed or chair, assures the comfortableness when used as an ordinary bed or chair, improves user experience, and achieve the object of implementing massage fitness and rest on the same apparatus.
Abstract:
In a mattress massage system, at least one massage actuator is provided for the generation of a massaging force that acts on a mattress in a direction perpendicular to the reclining area of the mattress. The system is configured to generate the massaging force with a time-variant intensity, which comprises a fundamental frequency and at least one superposition frequency, which is higher than the fundamental frequency.
Abstract:
Embodiments include cooling articles including a receptacle, an endothermic ingredient contained in a first capsule within the receptacle, an endothermic matrix within the receptacle, and a color indicator. The endothermic ingredient, when mixed with the endothermic matrix, generates an endothermic reaction, and the color indicator is activated upon the generation of the endothermic reaction to indicate that cooling has been initiated. Other embodiments include cooling articles including an electric circuit configured to melt at least a portion of the first capsule to enable the endothermic ingredient and the endothermic matrix to mix. Systems for providing cooling that include a person support apparatus and a cooling article including a thermoelectric device coupled to the person support apparatus to direct heat from a source region to a sink region including the person support apparatus are also described.
Abstract:
A method and system enabling delivery of a sleep therapy type is provided. The method includes receiving a value of a parameter measured by physical sensors while a mammal is in contact with a first subset of the physical sensors. A second subset of the physical sensors, whose received value differs from a predetermined reference value of an environmental parameter, is determined. A physical part subset of the second subset, corresponding to a specified body part, is determined by utilizing the second subset and virtual data for identifying virtual sensors spatially distributed to map a space occupied by the mammal's body parts. In response, a therapy device positioned in sufficiently close proximity to the specified body part to effectively deliver the specified therapy type to the specified body part is determined and a control signal is generated and transmitted to the therapy device.
Abstract:
A therapeutic massage mat is provided with one or more healing agents. The therapeutic massage mat includes: (i) a top layer, (ii) a middle layer, (iii) a bottom layer, (iv) an array of layered sheets, (v) one or more bags, (vi) one or more motors, and (vii) a Velcro. The top layer is adapted to allow one or more healing agents to pass through. The array of layered sheets is coupled to the top layer. The one or more bags are adapted to carry the one or more healing agents. The one or more bags are coupled to one or more laser diodes. The one or more healing agent are yellow tourmaline powder, magnetite, silicon infused crystal powder, and FIR pad. The Velcro is coupled to the top layer, the middle layer and the bottom layer.
Abstract:
An apparatus comprises a base portion comprising an aperture for receiving an organ of a user and a base support member extending downward. The base portion moves along a track. A pivotable and slidable cross member is joined to the base support member. A frame supports the base portion. The frame is joined to the track for moving the base portion relative to the frame. A first support member extends in a downward direction for a first distance. A second support member extends in a downward direction for a second shorter distance. A guide joins ends of the first support member and the second support member. A T-shaped member sliding on the guide is in engagement with the cross member wherein the user engaging the base portion and moving the base portion along the track imparts a lateral movement on the base portion.
Abstract:
This disclosure concerns an adjustable bed with a deck-on-deck appearance. A concealing assembly is attached to the center frame of an articulating bed, wherein the concealing assembly is situated below the mattress platform and conceals the base frame as the center frame moves along the base frame when the bed articulates. In other embodiments, such as for non-wall hugger beds where the center frame is stationary, a concealing assembly may still be used but will also be stationary.
Abstract:
A muscle fiber excitation system (MFES) to execute multiple displacements in each of a vertical, a medial-lateral, and an anterior-posterior direction. The device may be step-on or wearable. In use, the device stimulates muscles to ameliorate the risk of blood clots and muscular-skeletal decline.
Abstract:
A head support apparatus for attachment to a wheelchair or bed includes a headband or harness to be fitted to the patient's head, and a lifting device attached to the headband or harness for lifting and supporting the patient's head, the lifting device being adapted to periodically raise and support the patient's head and subsequently allow the patient's head to slump forwards.
Abstract:
A user module for a patient support apparatus is provided. The user module has a user interface operably coupled thereto. The user interface includes an input device and an output device. The output device includes a visual display including textual and non-textual elements. The non-textual elements include enhanced, graphical, and animated portions relating to one or more operational features of the patient support or to a person positionable on the patient support. The input device includes one or more touch sensors corresponding to defined regions of the visual display.