Thermal nasal dilator and method of treatment for relief of nasal congestion and other symptoms associated with common cold and allergies
US5890486A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 1, 1998 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a nasal dilator which comprises a means for dilating the nostrils and a thermal element, which can be worn on the nose of a human for an extended period of time, as well as a method of treatment for relief of nasal congestion/blockage, sinus discomfort and pain, and other cold and/or allergy symptoms associated therewith, by applying said nasal dilator to the nose of a human in need of such treatment.
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