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Compression undergarment for relief of menstrual pain and related method of use

US10149780B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 6, 2010
Grant dateDec 11, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2005/0183
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A compression undergarment to relief the symptoms of menstrual cramping may comprise a first and second pad both capable of conforming to a female user's hips. Each pad is tapered having two part construction. Such construction may include a pliable exterior panel of resilient material and an interior panel made of compressible material. The second component of the apparatus is a compression undergarment having a first and corresponding second annular sleeve. Such compression undergarment includes a front side, back side, first leg portion and second leg portion, such that positioned above the first leg portion and second leg portion is a top portion which connects both leg portions. The compression undergarment also includes a first annular sleeve capable of receiving the first pad and the second annual sleeve capable of receiving the second pad. The third component is a compression band that fits around both pads and the compression undergarment.

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