Ultrasound Transmission Gel Packet Having Internal Heat Source and Method of Use
OwnerRobert Steinsinventor
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Abstract
An Ultrasound Transmission Gel Packet Having Internal Heat Source and Method of Use. The gel packet is sized for a single use, rather than for multiple applications. The gel packets are not pre-heated, but rather are quickly heatable on demand. The gel packets may incorporate a variety of optional internal heating methods, including chemical activation, mechanical agitation and electrical activation, among others. The gel packets are sealed and therefore have extended shelf lives, and further are disposable after use.
Claims20
A method for applying heated gelatinous material to the skin of a patient, comprising the steps of:
- obtaining a container containing gelatinous material and a heating device;
- activating said heating device whereby said heating device produces heat;
- waiting for a sufficient amount of time until said gelatinous material is heated;
- opening said container and applying said heated gelatinous material to the skin of the patient.
A self-heating packet containing gelatinous material, comprising:
- an outer casing;
- a compartment within said casing containing gelatinous material;
- and
- a heating module contained within said casing in spaced relation to said gelatinous material compartment.
An ultrasonic gel packet, comprising:
- an outer casing;
- non-solid material contained within a first compartment;
- a heating component material contained within a second compartment;
- and
- a frangible seal portion separating said first compartment from said second compartment.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.