HOLCOMB ROBERT R (US)
| US5707333A | 1998-01-13 | |||
| US5782743A | 1998-07-21 |
| 1. | neck. head, knee (see FIG. 22), et cetra. has been devetoped through years of dinica ! studies, basic science research, ditlicai trial and error, and patient feedback. This application is intended to disclose this accumulated knowledge in the optimal treatment of pain and discomfort at different body locations using superior magnetic devices. The accompanying drawings describe the placement of magnets with the desired gradient. for use in the treatment of various human and/or animal maladies, regardless of the magnetic and/or electro magnetic generator source which produces the desired gradient FIG. 23 depicts placement of the flux field generators in strategic location for the common aches and pains of daily living. These pains may be secondary to structural or inflammatory changes but the discomfort has a final common pathway, i.e., by orientation of pain sensing fibers. FIG. 24 represents strat ic placement of the magnetic flux field generator devices over the anterior myocardium for the rellef of angina pectoris and/or rhythm disturbance. |
| 2. | Method Claims. |
| 3. | A method and system of placement of a magnetic flux field generator and/or generators which generates a specific effective threedimensional field gradient which alters the charge distribution on living membranes in order to reestablish normal physiological functioning of the tissue, such that the device or devices is placed in a position so that the flux field interacts with the damaged or embarrassed fissue. |
Background of the Invention Magnet devices are known to be effective in treating pain. Proper magnetic fields are believed to Inhibitthe flow of calcium and sodium ions in the cet ! membranes of nerves. According ! y, the transmission of pain is likewise inhibited as well as the stabilizaton of other cellular dysfunctIons such as abnormal fluid transport Magnetic devices, which produce a magnetic field having a specific three-dimensional gradient in the magnetic flux field, are particularly effective in inhibiting pain. Magnetic devices not producing flux fields with the specific gradients are not effective in relieving pain.
Also, it Is Important that a magnetic device ar a plurality of magnetic devices be properly positioned relative to nerves, musdes, tendons, and ligaments for the initiation and/or inhibition of nerve transmission. Without use of proper magnetic devices or without proper placement of the magnetic devices, magnetic devices are ineffective in relieving pain and improvement of either dysfunction. The present Inventlon overoomes defldendes In prior use and placement of magnetic devices to provlde particularly effective pain and discomfort relief Summary of Invention The present invention includes the use of particularly effective magnetic devices, which are positioned in specified locations on a users body. The locations were determined by inventive discovery and knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the body part and its interaction with the specific flux field. The magnetic devices may be applied to the users body using adhesives, such as double-sided tapes, or positoned using fitments such as elastic wraps, seat cushions, comforters, wristbands, or other carriers for magnets. Preferably, the magnetic device used Is the device shown and described In U. S. Pat Nos.
5, 312, 321 5, 9402 and pending PCT/US98/18967, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference. The device includes four magnet bodies having alternating magnetic poles. The vertices of the magnet bodies form a quadrilateral shape.
The magnetic devices are Ideally positioned over specific nerves, muscles and ligaments or other body structures. The specify position has been determined through dinica ! studies, experience and a scientific knowledge of the interaction of these fields with the body tissues. The positioning for the relief of pain for spedfic conditions is shown in the attached figures.
Brief Description of the Drawings FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a seat cushion having magnetic devices securely positioned therein, which Is placed in a chair, FIGS. 2 and 3 show front and rear views of a user wearing a pair of athletic tights containing magnetic devices affixed therein ; FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a comforter with magnetic devices secured therein resting upon a bed ; FIG. 5a is a top view of an insole, which has a plurality of magnetic devices therein at areas of major stress In the foot at areas of major stress in the foot ; FIG 5b is an alternate view of a duster of smaller devices clustered in the area of major stress in the foot FIG. 6a shows views of a back fitment using magnet devices and fitments with fasteners to allow each magnetic device to be Individually located on the fitment to allow customization for different users ; FIG. 6b is an array of locations attached directly to the skin for lower back paln and netve Mot Mammation or compression ; Flux Generator, shows various placements of magnetic devices relative to a user's body for the treatment of pain and/or discomfbrt.
FIG. 7 shows fitment designs with location of the treatment devices for mild to moderate knee pain ; FIG. 8 shows view of a knee fitment for treatment of more severe knee pain and inflammation ; FIG. 9 shows placement of the magnetic treatment devices of the invention for hip, joint and musde pain ; FIG. 1 Oa shows placement for the magnetic generator In the fltment fior moderate elbow pain ; FIG. 10b shows placement of the magnetic generator in the fitment with proper placement for elbow pain with joint and tendon involvement FIG. It a shows placement of the magnetic devices in a fitment for wrist pain and especially overuse or Carpel Tunnel Syndrome; FIG. 11 b shows placement of the magnetic device in an alternate fitment for wrist pain and especlally overuse or Carpe ! Tunnel Syndrome ; FIG. 11c shows placement of the magnetic device directly over the skin via a double adhesive sticker forwst pain and especially for overuse or Carpel Tunnel Syndrome; FIG. 12 shows placement for shoulder pain of the Joint and surrounding tissues from such conditions as arthritis; FIG. 13 shows placement of the magnetic device of the invention on one area of potential injury of the rotator cuff of the shouder; FIG. 14 shows placement and design of the magnetic device of the invention in a he ! met fitment for treatment of maladies of the head both bone and soft tissue I. e. , nervous system sttuctures ; FIG. 15 shows alternate design of FIG. 14 ; FIG. 16 shows alternate design of FIG. 14 ; FIG. 17 shows altemate design of FIG. 14 ; FIG. 18 shows alternate design of FIG. 14 ; FIG. 19 shows alternate design of FIG. 14 ; FIG. 20shows cutaway view of FIG. 19 ; FIG. 21 shows views of tailored back fitment ; FIG. 22 shows views of tailored knee fitment ; FIG. 23 shows views of common placements for specific maladies of the neck, shoulder, elbow, back, hip, knee and anlde ; FIG. 24 shows attachment to the chest wall of devlces to cover specific areas of the myocardium by the magnetic flux field for treatment of rhythm disturbance and pain of angina.
Best Mode (s) for Carrying out the Invention FIG. 1 shows a seat comforter containing a plurality of magnetic devices 12 which are secured therein. The seat comforter 10 has a back portion 14 and a seat portion 16. Other magnetic devices may also be used rather than the Magna BlocTM therapeutic devices; however, their use is not preferred. The magnetic devices 12 ideally produce a magnetic field with high magneto flux gradient to alter the firing of Impulses from pain sensing fibers. The magnet device 12 contains four magnetic bodies arranged in alternating polarity. A containment device, such as a hard plastic shell, a vacuum-seated pouch, foam or soft carrier material may be used to carry those four magnetic bodies.
FIGS. 2 and 3 show a user wearing a pair of tights 40 with magnetic devices 12. The orientation of magnetic device 12 enhances blood flow and provides pain/discomtbtt relief during phystcal exertlon.
FIG. 4 shows a comforter 70 with magnetic devices 12 embedded or sewn therein. Any method of securing the magnetic devices 12 in comforter 70 to prevent relative movement may be used. In the preferred embodiment, the magnetic devices 12 may be vacuumed packed into plastic sleeves and sewn into a cloth material to create comforter 70. The magnetic devices 12 are arranged In a rectangular array in this preferred embodiment However, any arrangement, which generally evenly disperses magnetic devices 12, may be used.
FIG. S shows an insole 100 with a magnetic device 12 secured therein.
Preferably, 3 magnetic devices 12 are used. Use of more or fewer number of magnetic devices 12 is believed to be less effective ! n treating foot pain or discomfort, but may be advantageous for reasons of flexibility.
FIG. 6a and 6b show the proper placement of the magnetic flux field generators for low back pain and/or radicular pain originating in neuronal and non-neuronal structures of the back wi the final common pain pathway being stimulation of a pain sensing fiber FIG. 7 reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generators over the knee joint for treatment of pain and Inflammation.
FIG. 8 reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generators over the knee joint and the infra patetlar and supra patetlar bursa for treatment of more severe cases of pain and inflammation.
FIG. 9 reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generators over the hip pint and surrounding soft tissue for treatment of pain and inflammation of the joint space or surrounding soft tissue.
FIG. 10a reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generators over the elbow joint for treatment of pain and inflammation of the joint space and surrounding soft tissue.
FIG. 1 Ob reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generators over the elbow and common points of tendon inflammation in painful and inflammatory conditions of the elbow and forearm.
FtG. 11 a reveals the placement of fhe magnetic flux field generator over the area of the carpel tunnel of the wrist for painful and/or overused wrist such as Carpel Tunnel Syndrome.
FIG. 11b revelas the placement of the magnetic flux field generator using an alternative embodiment over the area of the carpel tunnel of the wrist for palnful and/or overused wrist such as itt Carpet Tunnel Syndrome.
FIG. 11c reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generator attached over the area of the carpel tunnel wKh a double adhesive device.
FIG. 12 reveals the placement of the magnetic flux field generator devices over the shoulderjoint and soft tissues for treatment of condidons such as arthritis.
FIG. 13 reveals the placement of the devices over a rotator cuff area for an example of treatment of a rotator cuff tear.
FIGS. 14-20 reveal attachment means and placement of the magnetic flux fietd generators of the Invention f ! or treatment of maladies of the head, both bony and soft tissue, such as nervous system disorders.
The above ptacement or positioning of magnetic devlces as shown in FIGS. 1-24 are believed to provide superior pain or discomfort relief relative to prior art magnetic devices and their positioning. Double side adhesive tape or fitments may be used to secure the magnetic device 12 in the described positions and In the prescribed arrangements.
Also disclosed is a method of arranging magnetic devices 12 In a fitment A physician or user first determines the number and placement of magnetic devices relative to body locations, such as the lower back. No one single fitment and magnetic devlces design will work for all users as users come in all sizes.
Rather, It may be more effective to custom place each magnetic device In its most effective location on the body. After these locations are determined, the magnetic devices are removed relative to the body. Next a carrier fitment Is applied over the body part to be treated. Ideally one or both of the fitments or the magnetic devices have means for reversibly securing the magnetic device relative to the foment. For exampte, the magnetic device and fitment could have cooperating hook and loop fasteners. The magnetic devices are attached to the fitment such that each magnetic device Is placed at its predetermined optimal position to insure optimal efflcacy for the combination of the fitment and magnetic devices. Although not preferred, the magnetic devices could also be permanently attached to the fitment, such as by the use of permanent adhesive such as glue or rubber cement FIG. 21-1 shows an exemplary back fitment 100. Magnetic devices 102 with hooks 10 secured thereto are shown in FIG. 21-2. FIG. 21-3 shows an ideal general arrangement of the magnetic devices 102 being applied to a patient's back using double sided tape. A total of five magnetic devices 102 are applied In this exemplary case as best meet the needs of the patient The fitment 100 ! s pressed against the patients back with the hook and loop fasteners holding this magnetic device 102 to fitment 100. An interior cloth piece110 is applied over the exposed magnetic device 102 and secures to fitment 100 to provide better securment and to provide a barrier to hook or loops on ftment 100. Otherwise, the hook and loop material might scratch or otherwise irritate the patients skin.
The placement number of cooperafing magnetic devioes and geometrical arrangement of the magnetic devices on parent's body parts, i. e. wrist back.
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