Therapeutic pad and method
US5300105A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 1993 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2201/165
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A therapeutic method utilizing a therapeutic pad for heating or cooling which has a liquid absorbent to prevent liquid leakage in the event the sealed envelope of the pad is ruptured. The method of forming the pad includes vacuuming the thermoplastic envelope prior to sealing. The pad can be used alone or with a comforter to provide warmth or to remove heat from the body of the user.
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