Portable thermal therapeutic apparatus and method

Details Portable thermal therapeutic apparatus and method Portable thermal therapeutic apparatus and method

2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Johnson, III, Henry M (Department: 3769)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Thermal applicators

C607S105000, C607S112000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07959657

ABSTRACT:
A portable thermal therapeutic apparatus, adapted to transfer heat between a creature and the atmosphere by circulating heat transfer fluid within a conduit held in contact with the creature. The apparatus includes a housing with a support structure that is particularly adapted for portable use. A heat pump is disposed within the housing, and operates to transfer heat between a first portion and a manifold. A heat sink is thermally coupled to the first portion, and transfers heat between the first portion and the atmosphere. A pump is disposed within the housing and circulates the fluid through the manifold and the conduit. A power supply is disposed within the housing and drives the pump, thereby causing the fluid to circulate within the manifold and the conduit. The power supply is also provides direct current to the heat pump, thereby causing heat to flow from the manifold to the first portion.

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