Abstract:
A therapeutic system and method flexes, extends, and exercises the metacarpal and phalangeal joints of an affected hand. The system comprises a therapeutic glove that receives an affected hand and adjustably applies movement to the fingers and thumb in a first forward direction to form a flexion position, and a second rearward direction to form an extension position. The position of the fingers and thumb as well as the amount of pressure applied is controlled by manipulating restraining members to pull and restrain the fingers and thumb and then attaching to a corresponding body and wrist portion on the glove. The extent of the pulling, including the pressure applied to the metacarpal and phalangeal joints, is fixed, adjustable, and easily releasable. A secondary therapeutic glove compensates for the tactile perception feedback from an unaffected hand. A therapeutic pain relief modality is applied prior to donning the glove.
Abstract:
A therapeutic system and method flexes, extends, and exercises the metacarpal and phalangeal joints of an affected hand. The system comprises a therapeutic glove that receives an affected hand and adjustably applies movement to the fingers and thumb in a first forward direction to form a flexion position, and a second rearward direction to form an extension position. The position of the fingers and thumb as well as the amount of pressure applied is controlled by manipulating restraining members to pull and restrain the fingers and thumb and then attaching to a corresponding body and wrist portion on the glove. The extent of the pulling, including the pressure applied to the metacarpal and phalangeal joints, is fixed, adjustable, and easily releasable. A secondary therapeutic glove compensates for the tactile perception feedback from an unaffected hand. A therapeutic pain relief modality is applied prior to donning the glove.
Abstract:
An apparatus for protecting plants, trees, bushes, etc. from harsh environments when the ambient air temperature is below the lower tolerance limit for that species of plant. The apparatus consists of an envelope that covers the plant with a drawstring on the open end of the envelope that cinches around the base of the plant. Installed in envelope is a blower and heater that heats and circulates air throughout the envelope, creates a micro-environment within the envelope that is above the lower tolerance limit for that species of plant, keeping the plant from being harmed by the outside environment.
Abstract:
The present disclosure concerns a tablet holder securing a tablet to a stroller, chair, table, or the like. The tablet holder involves a multiple adjustable mechanisms to accommodate different size of the tablet and viewing angles. The tablet holder provides a secure platform for the user to interact with the tablet, and it is conveniently foldable and can be disassembled while not in use.
Abstract:
The present disclosure concerns a tablet holder securing a tablet to a stroller. The tablet holder involves a multiple adjustable mechanisms to accommodate different size of the tablet and viewing angles for a child seated in the stroller. The tablet holder provides a secure platform for the child to interact with the tablet while the stroller is in motion, and it is conveniently foldable and can be disassembled while not in use.
Abstract:
A tent pole structure designed for us with dome tents and canopies. The tent pole structure is comprised of telescoping pole sections that are affixed to a hinge device located at the apex of the dome. When in use the telescoping pole sections are extended and attached to the tent canopy. When attached to the tent canopy the tent poles are contoured to form a dome shape. For storage the telescoping pole sections are collapsed and folded around the hinge member, for ease of storage.
Abstract:
The present disclosure concerns a tablet holder securing a tablet to a stroller, chair, table, or the like. The tablet holder involves a multiple adjustable mechanisms to accommodate different size of the tablet and viewing angles. The tablet holder provides a secure platform for the user to interact with the tablet, and it is conveniently foldable and can be disassembled while not in use.
Abstract:
An apparatus for protecting plants, trees, bushes, etc. from harsh environments when the ambient air temperature is below the lower tolerance limit for that species of plant. The apparatus consists of an envelope that covers the plant with a drawstring on the open end of the envelope that cinches around the base of the plant. Installed in envelope is a blower and heater that heats and circulates air throughout the envelope, creates a micro-environment within the envelope that is above the lower tolerance limit for that species of plant, keeping the plant from being harmed by the outside environment.
Abstract:
A sanitizing protector for drainage pipes typically found below a sink, tub and other plumbing fixtures. The protector includes a housing with two connecting tubular ends. A tubular member is coaxially disposed within the housing and mounted at one end to one of the connecting ends. An annular channel is mounted to the internal surface of the cylindrical wall of the housing and the tubular member passes through without being in contact with it. A dispenser pump supplies an anti-bacterial, and optionally including a fragrance, liquid through a conduit that passes through the cylindrical wall to discharge the liquid in the annular channel. As the liquid reaches the rim of the annular channel, it spills over running downwardly along the internal surfaces of the cylindrical wall and pipe, sanitizing them and preventing any growth to proceed upwardly beyond the annular channel. The tubular ends may include an internal thread or they may be pressure-fitted in series with the drain pipes of the plumbing installation being protected.