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The muscles, composed of the levator ani and the coccygeus muscles, that create a division between the pelvic cavity and the perineal region.
Methods for treating urinary and fecal incontinence
InactiveUS20090076565A1Symptoms improvedInternal electrodesExternal electrodesFecal incontinencePelvic diaphragm muscle
Non-surgical methods for treating pelvic floor muscular dysfunctional disorders are provided. The method combines pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT), biofeedback and pelvic floor exercises, pudental and hypogastric nerve neuromodulation (electrical stimulation), and tibial nerve neuromodulation (PTNS).
Owner:STATE OF
Method and apparatus for quantifying nerve and neural-muscular integrity related to pelvic organs or pelvic floor functions
The present invention is a method and apparatus for quantifying nerve and neural-muscular integrity related to pelvic organs or pelvic floor functions. In one embodiment, the invention is a method and device to measure muscle or nerve activity in the pelvis or pelvic floor. In a modification of this embodiment, the invention includes means for inducing an efferent nerve signal in the spinal cord or sacral nerves and then measuring the resulting nerve activity of the nerves of the pelvic floor region. In a preferred embodiment, the invention includes placing a probe in the anal canal or vagina, the probe having proximal recording electrodes along its outer surface. In one possible embodiment, the probe has a distensible sheath having recording electrodes located on its outside surface. In another embodiment, the probe has an inflatable balloon at its distal end with recording electrodes located on the outside surface of the inflatable balloon. In a further embodiment, the proximal recording electrodes will be located on the outside of the distal end of the probe itself. In yet another embodiment, a disk having recording electrodes is placed in the rectum in contact with the tissue above the submucous space. In yet another embodiment of the invention, an essentially “C” shaped clip is provided having a core made of a spring-like material.
Owner:MEDTRONIC INC
Method and device for training pelvic floor muscles
InactiveUS6905471B2Exercise controlPromote resultsPerson identificationChiropractic devicesFecal incontinencePelvic diaphragm muscle
A method and device for training pelvic floor muscles in order to treat or prevent urinary or fecal incontinence. The device comprises a probe having a pressure sensor and a vibrator, and a microprocessor connected with the sensor and the vibrator. Initially, the probe is inserted into a person's vagina or rectum and the highest force that can be applied by the person contracting the pelvic muscles is ascertained and registered. The contraction of the pelvic floor muscles is repeated at intervals, and the force applied by pelvic floor muscles at each contraction is ascertained and compared with the registered highest value. The vibrator is activated at each contraction of the floor muscles only if the force has a predetermined relationship to the registered value, and only for a predetermined period as long as the predetermined relationship is maintained.
Owner:INNOVATIVE DEV & MARKETING
Biofeedback apparatus using magnetic stimulator and control method therefor
ActiveUS20150328475A1Maximize the effectEffective treatmentElectrotherapySurgeryUrethraPelvic diaphragm muscle
Provided is a biofeedback apparatus using a magnetic stimulator. In the biofeedback apparatus, a tube filled with a non-conductive fluid is disposed between a magnetic stimulator and patient's pelvic floor muscles to measure a change in pressure according to muscle exercise of the pelvic floor muscles, biofeedback is available without insertion of a tool for measurement of a pressure or an EMG (electromyogram) into vagina, urethra, or the like. In the biofeedback apparatus, since driving of the magnetic stimulator and driving of a pressure transducer do not influence each other, a controller can continuously monitor a state of change in pressure of the pelvic floor muscles by using the pressure transducer and, at the same time, can adjust a strength of a magnetic field generated from the magnetic stimulator to an optimal strength according to the monitored state, so that it is possible to maximize the effect of treatment.
Owner:MCUBETECH
Apparatus For Examining and Curing Urinary Incontinence, and For Exercising Bio-Feedback of Women Vagina Muscles
ActiveUS20080139876A1Simple treatmentReadily treat urinaryPerson identificationGenitals massagePelvic diaphragm muscleAir pump
An apparatus for examining and curing urinary incontinence and exercising the pelvic floor muscles and vaginal muscles using bio-feedback including a controller main body, a probe, and a bio-feedback device. The probe includes: an insert frame extending in a longitudinal direction thereof, an insert expansion part surrounding adjacent to a front end of the insert frame and expandable therearound; an air supply path connected to the interior of the insert expansion part to supply air; a handle engaged with the insert frame; a fixing means for fixing the insert expansion part to the insert frame or the handle; a valve installed at the air supply path; and a PTC ceramic heater and a vibration motor installed at the insert frame. An elastic member includes a magnet, an insertion depth adjustment part, and leg support parts installed at the insertion depth adjustment part. The bio-feedback device includes a sound generating means, and an image display means. The main body includes a controller for controlling each component, a motorized air pump, an air flow detection sensor, a pressure detection sensor, a spring air cylinder, a solenoid air injection valve, an air tank, etc. Therefore, it is possible for a user to readily perform examination and treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle (vagina muscle) reinforcement exercise using bio-feedback.
Owner:APIMEDS
Method and device for measuring tactile profile of vagina
Transvaginal probes equipped with tactile sensors are configured for placement into vagina to record tactile response during insertion, acquire static tactile pattern from vaginal wall after the insertion is complete, and acquire dynamic tactile patterns during probe motion as well as recording dynamic tactile response during contraction of vaginal muscle. The acquired and recorded tactile data are transmitted to a data processor for composing tactile profile of vagina and visually presenting thereof on a display. Elasticity profile of vaginal tissue is calculated from the tactile response recorded from different parts of the probe during its insertion, from the static pressure pattern and from the dynamic tactile pattern. Pelvic floor muscle strength is defined as a contact pressure increase detected on fixed probe surface under the muscle contraction. Tactile profile of vagina is determined using the static tactile pattern, the elasticity profile and pelvic floor muscle strength. The data processor provides a comparative analysis of the tactile profile with a variety of vaginal tactile profiles recorded for a given population with known clinical conditions so as to assist in diagnosing a disease.
Owner:ARTANN LAB
Pelvic muscle exercise device
An exercise device useful in exercising pelvic floor muscles and provides feedback to a patient for assisting the patient in performing pelvic floor muscle exercises, thereby strengthening the pelvic floor muscles and preventing urinary incontinence.
Owner:NADY NADY E
Method and apparatus for stimulating pelvic floor muscles
ActiveUS20110276108A1Easy to recruitGood effectElectrotherapyArtificial respirationPhysical therapyPelvis
A method of and apparatus for stimulating pelvic floor muscles in a patient comprises applying at least one electrode externally to each side of the patient's body in the region of the pelvis, and energising the electrodes to apply a muscular stimulation current which flows laterally across the patient through the patient's pelvic floor. Preferably a plurality of electrodes are applied symmetrically on each side of the body. The electrodes may be incorporated in a garment.
Owner:UNIV COLLEGE DUBLIN NAT UNIV OF IRELAND DUBLIN +1
Apparatus, system, and method for testing and exercising the pelvic floor musculature
ActiveUS20140088471A1Simplify remaining constructionImprove accuracyGymnastic exercisingInertial sensorsAccelerometerPelvic diaphragm muscle
An apparatus (100) for testing and exercising pelvic floor musculature, the apparatus comprising an elongate housing (101) adapted for a pelvic floor aperture. The housing (101) accommodates an oscillator (120) and an accelerometer (130) connected to a signal processor (140) configured for communicating signals representative of values read from the accelerometer (130). A result is calculated from an applied oscillation and a response measured, and used for characterizing the musculature. In one embodiment the frequency resulting in the greatest response from the musculature is measured, and this frequency is applied during exercise.
Owner:PELVITAL USA INC
Apparatus for examining and curing urinary incontinence, and for exercising bio-feedback of women vagina muscles
ActiveUS8360954B2Readily treat urinaryPerson identificationGenitals massagePressure detectionImage display
An apparatus for examining and curing urinary incontinence and exercising the pelvic floor muscles and vaginal muscles using bio-feedback including a controller main body, a probe, and a bio-feedback device. The probe includes: an insert frame extending in a longitudinal direction thereof; an insert expansion part surrounding adjacent to a front end of the insert frame and expandable therearound; an air supply path connected to the interior of the insert expansion part to supply air; a handle engaged with the insert frame; a fixing means for fixing the insert expansion part to the insert frame or the handle; a valve installed at the air supply path; and a PTC ceramic heater and a vibration motor installed at the insert frame. An elastic member includes a magnet, an insertion depth adjustment part, and leg support parts installed at the insertion depth adjustment part. The bio-feedback device includes a sound generating means, and an image display means. The main body includes a controller for controlling each component, a motorized air pump, an air flow detection sensor, a pressure detection sensor, a spring air cylinder, a solenoid air injection valve, an air tank, etc. Therefore, it is possible for a user to readily perform examination and treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle (vagina muscle) reinforcement exercise using bio-feedback.
Owner:APIMEDS
Smart apparatus forrehabilitation training of pelvic floor muscles and method for using the same
ActiveCN105031814AReal-time feedbackReduce volumeExternal electrodesDigestive electrodesPelvic diaphragm muscleElectromyographic biofeedback
Owner:NANJING MEDLANDER MEDICAL TECH CO LTD
Probe for diagnosis and treatment of muscle contraction dysfunction
InactiveUS20130150749A1Increase pressureElectromyographyCatheterAudio power amplifierMuscle contraction
A novel probe for recording EMG signals from muscles, in particular intravaginal signals from the pelvic floor muscles (PFM), is provided herein. The probe includes an insertion end having a suction head forming a vessel open at the top with attached electrodes and a distal end for attachment to a means of providing suction and an amplifier.
Owner:QUEENS UNIV OF KINGSTON
Medical probe for electro-stimulation and bio-feedback training of pelvic floor musculature
A probe system for electro-stimulation and bio-feedback training of muscles in the pelvic floor region, in particular for pelvic floor physiotherapy and diagnosis, includes a probe having a probe body which is insertable into a vagina or a rectum, and a plurality of electrodes which are positioned at several locations along the length and around the circumference on the outer surface of the probe, the probe system further includes a control unit, operationally coupled to the probe, adapted for receiving EMG signals from each of the electrodes and for processing each of the signals for mapping the response of the muscles in the pelvic floor region.
Owner:NOVUQARE PELVIC HEALTH BV
Pelvic Trainer
InactiveUS20100262049A1Eliminating incontinenceIncrease stimulationGymnastic exercisingChiropractic devicesHuman bodyPhysical therapy
Owner:NOVAK PAVEL +1
Pelvic floor function diagnostic and therapeutic station and uses thereof
The instant invention provides a pelvic floor function diagnostic and therapeutic station, which includes a vaginal / ano-rectal plug and station. The important components of the station are a catheter holder with a pressure measuring (sleeve sensor or other alterative) to measure the constrictor function of the pelvic floor muscle, a vertical force transducer system to measure the elevator function of the pelvic floor muscle and a modular support table or a chair to hold the subject position. The diagnostic and therapeutic station thus allows for simultaneous measurement of the constrictor and elevator functions of the pelvic diaphragm. The station can also be used to treat impaired pelvic floor function via biofeedback therapy.
Owner:RGT UNIV OF CALIFORNIA
Second stage labor assist apparatus and method
A novel method of second stage labor assistance at least includes: providing a flexible cord member at least having at a first end, a first securing article, and at least having at a second end, a second securing article; coupling the first securing article to at least one upper extremity of an expectant mother; coupling the second securing article to at least one upper extremity of a person assisting (“assistant”) the expectant mother with child birth, the assistant at least serving as an anchor; and the expectant mother pulling on the flexible cord member away from the assistant to supplement the contractions of the expectant mother's abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, and at least partially inducing the movement of a baby down the birthing canal.
Owner:GIRGEN BARBARA JEANNINE +1
Self contained device with treatment cycle for electrostimulation
ActiveUS20090222060A1High magnitudeSmall volumeImplantable neurostimulatorsExternal electrodesElectricityElectro stimulation
An electro-stimulation device for the stimulation of the musculature of the pelvic floor complex e.g. for the treatment of anterior and posterior pelvic floor muscle dysfunction is fully self-contained. The device requires no external power sources or control and may be inserted into the vagina or anus through the use of an applicator. The device uses a pre-programmed treatment cycle of stimulating pulses. The cycle comprises either a waveform with an initial phase where the current of the device is ramped from an initial level to a higher level, a second phase where the current is ramped from the higher level from the first phase to a second higher level and a third phase where the current is maintained at the second higher level, or a waveform comprising two or more components each component being a train of regularly spaced pulses or a combination of these two waveforms.
Owner:FEMEDA LTD
Vaginal contraction rehabilitation treatment equipment
The invention relates to medical equipment, and particularly provides vaginal contraction rehabilitation treatment equipment. The vaginal contraction rehabilitation treatment equipment comprises a detector, a flexible air catheter and a handheld host. The detector and the handheld host are connected through the flexible air catheter. According to the vaginal contraction rehabilitation treatment equipment, a waveband line balance graph can be used for monitoring the strength of contractility of muscles around a vagina, meanwhile, a contraction pressure value and contraction time can also be measured, pelvic floor muscle Kegel exercise can be conducted according to a voice prompt sent by the equipment, and therefore the purpose of treating a urinary incontinence disease and a vaginal relaxation disease of a woman is achieved at last. The vaginal contraction rehabilitation treatment equipment is suitable for hospitals or families and can be used for the treatment of a sexual dysfunction in addition to diagnosis and treatment of the urinary incontinence disease and the vaginal relaxation disease of the woman.
Owner:BEIJING JUNIC MEDICAL TECH +1
Conductive Circuit
PendingUS20200360681A1High modulusDifficult to stretchExternal electrodesArtificial respirationPelvic regionPelvic diaphragm muscle
The invention provides a conductive circuit which may be applied to a garment, for example a garment for the stimulation of pelvic floor muscles. In the illustrated embodiments in the garment comprises a pair of shorts. The shorts are made from stretch fabric comprising a polyamide and are designed to fit closely to the body. The shorts are provided with two legs and a waistband area. The shorts comprise left and right conductive circuits, each of which comprises one or more electrodes formed from a printed conductive layer.
Owner:ATLANTIC THERAPEUTICS GRP LTD
Method and apparatus for stimulating pelvic floor muscles
A method of and apparatus for stimulating pelvic floor muscles in a patient comprises applying at least one electrode externally to each side of the patient's body in the region of the pelvis, and energising the electrodes to apply a muscular stimulation current which flows laterally across the patient through the patient's pelvic floor. Preferably a plurality of electrodes are applied symmetrically on each side of the body. The electrodes may be incorporated in a garment.
Owner:UNIV COLLEGE DUBLIN NAT UNIV OF IRELAND DUBLIN +1
Pelvic floor muscle recovery probe and using method thereof
Owner:SHANGHAI JIAO TONG UNIV
Pelvic floor training device
A training device for training the pelvic floor muscles of a human, which can be externally placed on the human body and can be connected to feedback units that produce feedback signals, such as vibrations. The training device is, at least on one side, aligned with the pelvic floor, can be compressed and can be axially deformed on its sensor side. A pressure force sensor unit of the training device can be positioned during the operation in such a manner that the ischial tuberosities of the pelvic floor can be situated on both sides on the pressure sensor unit, and a gravitational force component passing through the pelvic floor acts upon the pelvic floor training device, making a precise measurement of the exertion on the pelvic floor possible.
Owner:MSYS
Compressible device
InactiveUS8509900B2High magnitudeSmall volumeDigestive electrodesGenital electrodesElectro stimulationTampon
An electro-stimulation device for the treatment of anterior and posterior pelvic floor muscle dysfunction is reversibly compressible and is fully self-contained. The device requires no external power sources or control and may be inserted into the vagina or anus through the use of an applicator. In the compressed state the device may be of tampon proportions and after use may easily be removed. The device utilizes a compressible electrode component.
Owner:FEMEDA LTD
Compressible electrodes
ActiveUS20090228064A1Easy to insertExternal electrodesDigestive electrodesElectro stimulationPelvic diaphragm muscle
A compressible electrode for the stimulation of the musculature of the pelvic floor complex e.g. for the treatment of anterior and posterior pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, is reversibly compressible and has electro-conductive elements. The compressible electrode may be used with all the usual control units and treatment regimes for the electro-stimulation of the musculature and nerves of the vagina and / or anus. The compressible electrode may be inserted into the vagina or anus through the use of an applicator. In the compressed state the compressible electrode may be of tampon proportions and after use may easily be removed.
Owner:FEMEDA LTD
Exerciser for the muscles of pelvic floor
An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on increasing the strength, tone and endurance of these muscles. The device comprises a longitudinally extending member that includes a blunt head portion and a compressible shaft portion. The first end of the shaft portion is juxtaposed with the head portion. The first end of the shaft portion has an outwardly extending retaining slope formed thereon, particularly when the device is received within a pelvic body cavity and the muscles of the pelvic floor are at rest. The retaining slope is engageable with the retaining edge of the adjacent pelvic floor muscle platform of that pelvic body cavity to facilitate intracorporal retention within the pelvic body cavity. The compressible shaft is actively functional in creating resistance to contraction of the pelvic floor muscle platform, thereby causing the work necessary for muscle development. The second end of the shaft portion has an outwardly extending slope formed thereon. When the device is inserted into a pelvic body cavity, this outwardly extending slope is engageable with the body tissue that is adjacent to the orifice into the pelvic body cavity to prevent over insertion of the member.
Owner:UI
Exerciser for the muscles of the pelvic floor
An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on increasing the strength, tone and endurance of these muscles. The device comprises a longitudinally extending member that includes a blunt head portion and a compressible shaft portion. The first end of the shaft portion is juxtaposed with the head portion. The first end of the shaft portion has an outwardly extending retaining slope formed thereon, particularly when the device is received within a pelvic body cavity and the muscles of the pelvic floor are at rest. The retaining slope is engageable with the retaining edge of the adjacent pelvic floor muscle platform of that pelvic body cavity to facilitate intracorporal retention within the pelvic body cavity. The compressible shaft is actively functional in creating resistance to contraction of the pelvic floor muscle platform, thereby causing the work necessary for muscle development. The second end of the shaft portion has an outwardly extending slope formed thereon. When the device is inserted into a pelvic body cavity, this outwardly extending slope is engageable with the body tissue that is adjacent to the orifice into the pelvic body cavity to prevent over insertion of the member.
Owner:UI
Compressible device
InactiveUS20090228067A1Easy to insertHigh magnitudeExternal electrodesDigestive electrodesElectro stimulationCompression device
An electro-stimulation device for the treatment of anterior and posterior pelvic floor muscle dysfunction is reversibly compressible and is fully self-contained. The device requires no external power sources or control and may be inserted into the vagina or anus through the use of an applicator. In the compressed state the device may be of tampon proportions and after use may easily be removed. The device utilizes a compressible electrode component.
Owner:FEMEDA LTD
Monitoring urodynamics by trans-vaginal nirs
ActiveUS20110224553A1Non invasiveDiagnostics using spectroscopyCatheterRelevant informationPelvic diaphragm muscle
The invention relate to the demonstration herein that it is feasible to use a transvaginal NIRS probe to interrogate functioning urological tissues, such as the urethral sphincter, the bladder detrusor muscle, and pelvic floor musculature, to obtain clinically relevant information. The present invention accordingly provides methods and devices for transvaginal monitoring or imaging of the urological tissues, such as the urethral sphincter and / or the bladder, and / or pelvic floor musculature, using NIRS.
Owner:THE UNIV OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Method and apparatus for exercising pelvic floor muscles
An exercising set for exercising the pelvic floor muscles of a patient comprises: at least one insert fitted for a human body cavity mechanically interconnected to a force generating means by means of a connector. The human body cavity is selected from: woman's vaginal cavity or any user's inner rectal cavity. The force generating means is adapted to generate a pulling force which is lower than the contraction force of said patient's pelvic floor muscles when applied on the at least one insert to prevent the insert leaving the human body cavity.
Owner:PEFLEX MEDICAL INSTR
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