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Nasal inspiratory resistance trainer

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-06-20
COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY
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Benefits of technology

The nasal inspiratory resistance trainer (NIRT) is a device that increases the difficulty of breathing through the nasal passageways, which leads to a decrease in the volume of air intake per unit time. This device can help reduce hyperventilation, increase tolerance for carbon dioxide in the body, decrease respiratory rate, and strengthen breathing muscles. It can also be used to treat asthma attacks, reduce blood pressure, and improve responses to panic attacks.

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The prior art nose clips pinch the nostrils with excessive compressive force, causing the wearer to resort to oral breathing.

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[0033]The present invention is directed to a nasal inspiratory resistance trainer (“NIRT”). The present invention is also directed to useful methods for the treatment, prevention, and / or management of respiratory disorders and associated complications.

[0034]A nasal inspiratory resistance trainer (NIRT) 10 in accordance with the present invention is illustrated generally in FIG. 1. The NIRT device has a first strip 1 and a second strip 2. The first strip 1 and the second strip 2 are oriented substantially parallel to each other. As shown, the first strip 1 and the second strip 2 are generally rectangular. As shown in FIG. 1, the first strip 1 and the second strip 2 have a consistent longitudinal width. Other shapes are contemplated such as spoon-shaped, teardrop or oval.

[0035]The first strip 1 contains a threaded hole capable of accepting a screw 3. This unitary structure may be easier to manufacture. Alternatively, the first strip 1 contains a non-threaded hole. A nut is aligned wit...

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Abstract

Herein we describe a nasal inspiratory resistance trainer (“NIRT”) that increases the difficulty of nasal breathing. The device is specially designed to limit the cross-sectional area of the nostril, which decreases the volume of air a person can easily intake per unit time, typically achieved by reducing tidal volume per breath, reducing respiratory rate, or a combination thereof. Specific implementations are described.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This patent application is a continuation-in-part of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12 / 371,154, filed on Feb. 13, 2009, which claimed the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 028,953, filed Feb. 15, 2008, and further claimed the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 040,169, filed Mar. 28, 2008, all of which are herein incorporated by reference. This patent application also claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 613,533, filed Mar. 21, 2012, and further claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 666,190, filed Jun. 29, 2012, all of which are herein incorporated by reference.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not applicable.FIELD OF INVENTION[0003]The present invention relates to devices useful in promoting slower, breathing, with...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B23/18
CPCA63B23/18A61F5/08A63B21/0004A63B2225/09A63B2071/0625A63B21/00058A63B21/1403A63B21/4001
Inventor MCDEVITT, JASON P.DUFOUR, DEVANIE
Owner COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY
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