Therapeutic thermal transfer device
US4706672A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 1985 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0263
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A therapeutic passive thermal transfer device for persons afflicted by disease, injury and the many forms of arthritis. The device is constructed of a plurality of metallic fibers woven into a porous screenlike mesh which allows for skin contact and air circulation thereover and through. Attachment means secure the device to a desired body part and allow the absorption of body heat from the afflicted body part and the transfer therefrom to the ambient air, with normal air circulation thereover. A thermally non-insulating cloth cover absorbs moisture and permits evaporation.
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