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Definitions

• washing of organs for different indications is among the most common medical interventions.
• the purpose is to remove foreign or biological materials that are considered undesirable and harmful to the area.
• water is used for washing.
• special features such as osmotic or oncotic pressure, viscosity, physiological pH, etc., are considered and special solutions are prepared.
• temperature, pressure, volume and speed There are some important shortcomings of these devices that are still in use, which are forgotten or neglected.
• the washing liquid contacting with the mucosa or epithelium of the organs should be at the organ- specific temperature and needs to reach a certain ideal pressure. Optimal volume and/or delivery rate are also important factors to be considered.
• 'sinus rinse' which cleans basically the cavities, passages or channels in the nose.
• 'sinus rinse' which cleans basically the cavities, passages or channels in the nose.
• alternative solutions have been proposed that will substantially eliminate other adverse effects on routine use, primarily temperature, pressure, volume, and speed, in existing sinus washing devices.
• We have developed and/or improved additional apparatuses and/or modifications to the apparatus we have developed, in order to provide advantageous, problem-free and safer washing in other organs, especially in dental washing.
• alternative models are formed; those both use energy and do not require external energy. Innovations and modifications, each used individually or in combination, are described in the titles. While these new features alone are sufficient for a variety of clinical situations, in some cases all features must be used together.
• Anatomically compatible (anatomical fit);
• the applicators inserted into the nostrils are the round, hemisphere-like different structures.
• the physical shapes of these structures are not suited to the anatomical structures of the nasal entrance. These structures are pushed into the nose with some pressure to prevent fluid escape.
• the applied pressure due to the incompatible structure leads to the stretching the nose wings, and to the deformation and growth of the nostrils. Especially in frequent or prolonged use, this deformity can be partly permanent. It may lead to both aesthetic and medical negativity.
• the physical structure of the part which enter into nasal inlet has been adapted to the nasal entry anatomy in the heat, pressure, volume or speed controlled sinus washers (EDSW and MSW) that we have developed (1).
• This figure is a prism with an approximate ellipse-like base whose lower portion is flattened from the sides (laterally pressed) whereas the top part is a cone-like shape which is truncated from the upper side (semi cone/ top cut cone like structure).
• the upper part is narrower than the lower part.
• the three-dimensional structure usually narrows toward the forward-proximal (upper) side (2).
• the tips caps/nozzles/headpieces which transfer the liquid to the nasal cavity have a similar structure in the sinus washing devices we developed. These tips, which we have given new special shape, are placed more safely into the entrance of the nose.
• This area which is most affected by the external weather conditions, is the region where the most undesirable foreign particles are found. Due to the turbulence/vortex, these particles are separated from the region they are holding (especially from the nose hairs) and are transported to the inside by the liquid flow to the proximal part. This unwanted situation leads to some negativities.
• the placement of the exit hole (opening) on the tip also has been modified in the sinus washers we developed.
• the liquid outlet opening is precisely directed towards the direction in which the liquid goes inward. To achieve this position, the direction is slightly shifted to the medial side (4). This position makes it easier for the liquid to move to the destination that has to go. Also, the flow of liquid swirls swirl (whirlpool, vortex, turbulence), and thus pressure on the nose wings and nasal cavity are prevented. Thus, they do not cause enlargement in the nose wings and the entrance.
• forming swirl is intended to remove particles adhered to the mucosa.
• the holes have been directed to different directions such as front-back, mid-down-up, and so on, with models of different diameters from each other. Still more than one exit holes are formed for certain clinical situations (12). The diameters of these holes also have been changed, the largest being directed medially.
• each is taken individually or collectively under the control of a valve and / or one way valve. For situations where these holes cannot be used, specific valves (little caps, lids) have been developed which can securely close their mouths/openings and thereby cancel them.
• the part where the liquid/water is stored (fluid tank, liquid storage, container, water tank, water chamber etc.) and/or the other parts of the washer have been given the ability of informing/ indicating the temperature of the liquid/water. Any part of the washer can show the temperature of the liquid/water before been sent into the nostrils.
• the fluid reservoir and/or other components of the washers are equipped with at least one temperature gauge which can utilize at least one of the thermometric properties such as length, volume, pressure, electrical resistance, potential difference, color change and radiation intensities of the surfaces.
• At least one of the any temperature gauges which may be mechanical, electrical, direct contact [expansion type thermometers (liquid expansion- bimetallic type, gas thermometers), thermistors, resistance thermometers, thermal couples (thermoeleman, thermocouple), liquid crystal thermometers, combined-circuit thermometers], non-contact devices (optical thermometers, infrared thermometers) etc. has been used in the manufacture of the sinus washing device and / or has been subsequently mounted and/or glued and/or painted (5, 6).
• These temperature meters use at least one of the temperature scales included in the international or regional reference system. They have been given the ability to notify these temperature units visually and / or figuratively and/or audibly. These notifications are capable of providing numerical information for situations that need to be precise. For situations that need to be practical, models that simply classify as normal / appropriate, high or low have also been developed. In the models manufactured for children's use, all of the fixtures, especially the colors and/or sounds used in these notifications, have been made sympathetic/charming/lovely.
• thermometers that do not need any energy are preferred.
• at least one of the various temperature meters using energy-free systems has been utilized.
• mechanical temperature gauges are used in an alternative model.
• the system using the liquid crystal has been incorporated and/or glued and/or mounted in the device. Models using other systems have also been prepared for situations that require more precision.
• Temperature display system that provides safety in terms of liquid temperature used during sinus washing can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid storage, dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• the ability of the heating and thermostat we added to the sinus washing device we have developed can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid storage (container), dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• these pressure-controlled valves can be adjusted to different maximum values according to the age group and/or individual differences, and at the same, the ability of audio and/or visual warning has been added.
• at least one evacuation outlet is added (7, 19) to evacuate the excess fluid before reaching to the nasal cavity when the desired pressure is exceeded. With this evacuation outlet it is possible to transport the liquid elsewhere.
• This evacuation system is also equipped with improved valve systems that will control the pressure. These valves can also be adjusted to various pressure values which are required to function.
• the pressure may drops or may be reset or even negative (In hand-squeezed models, when the squeezing process is finished, the wall returns to the previous position, a vacuum is formed on the end), and thus, liquid sent into the nose may return and enter into the container.
• the control valves has been rendered to the one way valve system or the one way valve system has been added.
• the container In our energy-free system (MSW), the container has been turned into multiple sections for better control of the press (8). At least one valve is placed between the sections (9). At least one of the valves between the sections is one way. At least one of the sections has the ability to grow more (stretching easily/more flexible) to prevent the overpressure. The section transfer the potential energy gained by extending or flexing to the system, and thus it makes some contribution in the washing.
• adjustable maximum pressure control we added to the sinus washing device (which have temperature display system, the heating appliance with thermostat and the special tips, we have developed) can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid container, dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• Valve systems prevent excess pressure. However, they cannot be useful if the pressures fall below the ideal values.
• both energy-dependent and energy-independent sinus washing devices are gained the ability of the measuring the pressures statically and/or dynamically generated by the application.
• the devices have the ability of the audible and/or visual notification- indication and warning features for these measurements. If the pressure is below or above a certain value, they provide the visual and/or audible alerts.
• the more advanced models can display as numerical value. In another embodiment, the ability of alert audibly the numerical pressure values are provided. In this context, it uses simple mechanical systems for some indications. There is no need for electricity.
• fluid manometer (micromanometer, barometer, differential manometers, oblique manometer), dead weight, Bourdan tube, Bridgman pressure gauge, diaphragm, capsule or blowing pressure gauge, gage pressure gauge, vacuum pressure gauge, differential pressure gauge, strain gage (shape change- extension), elastic tubes, membranes (displacement or stretching), semiconductor elements (preloaded elements), Piezoelectric elements, spring, silicone, elastic and optical elements, load cell (load cell-hydraulic, pneumatic, strain gauge etc.) are included.
• colors indicate numbers of pressure values planned at production phase and/or sign, color, number, letter, emblem, or symbol that correspond to a certain pressure.
• a method employed for this purpose is coating technique. It is based on color change of semi-conductive sensor consisting of improved thin film polymer. A more improved alternative or additional method to make color change is to obtain conductive or different polymers by chemical means.
• visible signs or figures are made visible according to the pressure in the device. These are indicators/markers that correspond to a certain pressure such as sign, color, number, letter, emblem, or symbol. For more distinctive situations, these constructions take a palpable shape that can be handled according to the pressure inside them. These shapes are markers that correspond to a certain pressure such as sign, color, number, letter, emblem, or symbol.
• An example of this last form is; the structures that exit from their houses according to the pressures and can display the values numerically.
• the ability of pressure measurement and monitoring we added to the sinus washing device can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid storage, dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• the space to be washed shows individual differences in total area and volume. This is true even among people with the same body size. At the beginning and following periods of the washing, due to anatomical differences, needed or sufficient amount is personally specific. Increasing the volume of water and /or fluid from these quantities leads to undesirable results. Less given causes the washing to not take place at the ideal level. In order to solve this problem, the ability to control volume at every step of washing has been gained. In this way, it is possible to select the volume of liquid to be dispensed at the beginning and/or at the following periods of the washing and/or in total so as to make it more comfortable during the use. Apart from pressure control, it is an extra option. In this context, we have installed the application in the liquid dispensing device in our electrical washing systems.
• the maximum pressure limitation is also added.
• MSW non-electrical systems
• the container has been turned into multiple sections for better control of the volume (8).
• At least one valve is placed between the sections (9).
• At least one of the valves between the sections is one way.
• At least one of the sections has the ability to grow more (stretching easily/more flexible) to prevent the overpressure.
• the section transfer the potential energy gained by extending or flexing to the system, and thus it makes some contribution in the washing.
• volume control we added to the sinus washing devices (EDW and MSW which have temperature display system, the heating appliance with thermostat and the special tips and adjustable maximum pressure control, and the ability of pressure measurement and monitoring we have developed) can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid container, dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• the washed medium is not a single space.
• the maximum pressure control alone is sometimes insufficient, because the washed space is linked to more than one anatomic structure and because the individual differences are at an advanced level.
• the resistance in the places/canals where the liquid is delivered varies. It is also often possible that this change is caused by the amount of fluid initially flowing in the beginning of the amount and direction of the washing. This causes the amount of liquid going into to change continuously and irregularly. That is to say, maximum pressure control system at the beginning and following steps of the washing can be safe; however, it may be insufficient for the ideal application.
• the container has been turned into multiple sections (8). At least one valve is placed between the sections (9). At least one of the valves between the sections is one way. At least one of the sections has the ability to grow more (stretching easily/more flexible) to prevent the overpressure. This section transfer the potential energy gained by extending or flexing to the system, and thus it makes some contribution in the washing.
• liquid delivery rate/speed control we added to the sinus washing device (EDW and MSW which have temperature display system, the heating appliance with thermostat and the special tip, adjustable maximum pressure control, volume control and the ability of pressure measurement and monitoring we have developed) can be easily and reliably adapted to the liquid container, dispatch and other components of any sinus washing appliance and other medical washing devices that use or not use energy, whatever the physical form.
• EDW and MSW which have temperature display system, the heating appliance with thermostat and the special tip, adjustable maximum pressure control, volume control and the ability of pressure measurement and monitoring we have developed
• Sinus washing devices are for long-term use. Users desire to practice specific to their needs and habits. In these sinus washers we have developed, temperature, pressure, volume, speed and many other variables are offered as options. They can reach the best settings in a short time by experimenting with these options, which are all safe, reliable. They offer great advantages for later use. All these options provide a high level of compliance with the consumer.
• conductive plastic -polymer and/or metal constructions and/or metal structures in plastic and/or metal dust in plastic are used in some parts of the container.
• some parts of the device are made nonconductor (dielectric) and some materials that can prevent the electric current from being transmitted uncontrollably to other parts have been added.
• the use of metal provides extra strength. In the system used manually, the metal material has been installed in a way that will not prevent the being squeezed of the containers to send the fluid.
• This additional attachment which can be easily connected to the reservoirs/containers, is connected to the ground connection (grounding).
• ground connection For situations where the electrostatic charge is too risky, as a more advanced application, special conductive fibers or metal wires which can be easily connected to this grounding line are placed in the wall of the container. While the fibers or metal strands used provide extra strength, they have been installed in a way that will not prevent the being squeezed of the containers to send the fluid in the system used manually. This configuration provides better discharge of static electricity.
• a further application is that the electrostatic charge can be changed. With external electricity, the static charge is reversed. The direction of this load (+/-) can be changed periodically.
• This change also has a preventive effect on colonization of microorganisms.
• This conductive structure equipped for antistatic purposes, can be used for electrical conduction.
• This antistatic frame also used in heating and disinfection processes by ensuring that it is more conductive against electricity.
• reservoirs/containers are to take the advantage of sound waves. Ultrasonic vibrations have been shown to be effective in eliminating/destroying many gram positive and negative microorganisms. It has been proven that these vibrations are more effective in liquid.
• the features that will produce or transmit the ultrasonic waves are developed in the devices.
• the textures/structures that reflect these ultrasonic waves and/or prevent them from being transmitted by absorbing are also added in the reservoirs/containers of the devices.
• the textures/structures that reflect these ultrasonic waves and/or prevent them from being transmitted by absorbing are also added in the reservoirs/containers of the devices.
• microwaves electromagnetic waves that are labeled/called as microwaves (super-high frequencies), which have germicidal effects. These waves, which are more effective especially in liquid-containing environments, are also very efficient in the heating process. For some indications, the formations which will reflect these waves and/or textures/structures which prevent them from being transmitted and spreading around by absorbing are also added in the reservoirs/containers of the devices. In some cases, a feature that can benefit from microwave oven used at home is gained to these reservoirs/containers. Another feature gained to our systems for similar purposes is the ability to transmit or produce light.
• an application/embodiment benefits from high energy low- wavelength light.
• it accelerates the drying process of the containers and prevents the formation of the basis for infection.
• It also provides heating of the fluid at the beginning of the washing application.
• An option in lights, which is transmitted or produced, is ultraviolet (UV) that has antimicrobial effect. It is added to the equipment as an effective alternative for sterilization.
• UV ultraviolet
• Visible light waves are transmitted to the tip through materials such as clear/transparent plastic / polymer and / or unbreakable glass, fiber optic structure for some rare indications.
• the containers can also transmit the red light (approximately 630 nm wavelengths) and infrared (approximately 850 nm wavelengths), which have been proven analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, separately or together via this light transmitting structures.
• Light sources capable of generating and modulating all of these light types, such as the types/genus, duration, intensity, etc., of all these types of light, which can be produced separately or in combination, are developed in the sinus washing devices or as a supplementary devices (10).
• the containers are made of transparent / clear plastic-polymer, unbreakable glass or blends for light-transmitting properties.
• An additional feature which will make negative pressure in the nostril and form vacuum, has been developed to facilitate the sinus washing process, to use liquid in excess amount and to provide convenience in sinus washing for situations where it is not desirable to increase the pressure during washing.
• This additional apparatus is placed in the other nostril at the beginning of nasal washing. Thus, it is possible to withdraw from the one nostril by helping to push the liquid into the other nostril for nasal washing. It is easier to canalize to the destination where the liquid should go.
• the valves controlling the vacuum pressure and the anatomically compatible heads/tips we developed are also used. Since the nasal mucosa in babies is very sensitive, more than one aspiration hole is formed on the vacuum conducting pipe besides the valves as an alternative safety for this age group.
• the second hand can be mounted (put together) to the sinus washers permanently or temporarily or it is possible to combine them in the production stage. In these situations, the manual effort is designed to help in both ways.
• the energy-using sinus washers (EDW) have also been added a feature to make vacuum. In this model, the vacuum forming structure is permanently or temporally connected to the liquid conducting structure and has the ability to move jointly or separately.
• This additional apparatus when giving a liquid through the nostril, which can make vacuum in another to remove it has an additional feature; it can clean and remove the material found at a distance easily accessible through the nostril, which is likely to be pushed forward unwantedly during the washing by making the vacuum before the nasal washing starts.
• This vacuum assisted application is more beneficial for those who cannot stay standing and are lying down. It also ensures that nasal washing is safer in the child's age group. At the end of the washing process, it also provides to remove the residual liquid in the nasal passages that may make the feeling of discomfort in the patient. It increases the comfort of the user.
• the control and safety mechanisms we have added in the nasal cleaning apparatus, which we have developed under the name of the sinus washer, minimize the complications for medical washing. In the washing of other organs also, these added control mechanisms provide similar advantages with the addition of some organ- specific innovations and modifications.
• the exit hole has been made approximately rectangular in shape or it has been developed to be changeable.
• These tips with rectangular openings shorten the time for washing the interdental spaces when they are held vertically, and shorten the time for washing the tongue when it is held horizontally.
• a feature that the position of the tips can be changed without changing the grip of the device has been added. It also provides an advantage in washing the area between the gums and cheeks.
• the tips carrying these features can be produced in different sizes, and also the tips which are adjustable to show all these features in practice have been developed. Also having regard to the preferences, the tips with square, elliptical, triangular shaped openings have also been developed.
• This device which is portable even on journeys, includes all the features and additional attachment/apparatuses that we have added on the sinus washers which don't need any power (MSW).
• the basic change is the tips. It is possible to use sinus washing devices that do not use electricity by only changing their tips. Nevertheless, mobile mouth washers with all the safety and comfort features have also been developed in terms of wider and more detailed coverage of the respective parameters.
• the liquid / water reservoir/container is organized larger according to personal preferences.
• the tips are similar to those of electric tooth washers. Models that benefit from tap water, which is very practical in tooth washing, have also been developed.
• the biggest problem with these existing apparatuses that use this system is temperature control. It is not possible to know the temperature from tap water in detail.
• the device has been provided with a apparatus for notifying the temperature at least one point in its components, especially the water-conveying structure.
• a apparatus for notifying the temperature at least one point in its components especially the water-conveying structure.
• it is used after the hot / cold setting of the water flowing from the faucet is brought up to the ideal (until the temperature reaches the appropriate level).
• some values such as the pressure-speed of the liquid coming from the tap are not known. It is equipped with the abilities that display of the temperature and/or maximum pressure limitation and/or pressure measurement and monitoring and/or volume and/or speed adjustment in sinus washing devices.
• At least an additional apparatus/attachment which can absorb excess pressure by growing/expending due to special elasticity, and then return back the liquid stored to the flow when the pressure become normal, has been installed in the devices.
• Another alternative for similar purposes is the delivery of the excess liquid with the drain to the sink.
• the drain is preceded by a valve placed for pressure control purposes.
• the system which takes advantage of this tap can also be successfully applied in sinus washing devices in cases where the necessary reorganization in the adjustable parameters and the use of tap water is not contraindicated.
• This mobile device has adapters to suit every tap. Relevant water-conveying pipes are spiraled for the convenience of transport. It takes up less space and has the ability to extend.
• at least one bendable structure or one piston rod bearing mechanism consists of at least two components is provided in the any compartments of the washing devices including a head-mounted adapters.
• the pipes are formed of at least two parts and can be connected to each other and separated.
• it is made in a way that pipes can pass/enter into each other.
• a specific brush tip has been developed for the fact that our tooth washing machines is used for brushing. Mechanical cleaning can be done while washing with these brushes attached. Alternatively, it is equipped with a moving toothbrush that can rotate depending on the pressure we provide in the system. There is no need for hand movement for mechanical cleaning when using this brush.
• An additional storage that can give the substance such as drugs (antiseptics, etc.), whitening agents, fragrance, etc to the water reaching to the tooth has been added. It provides additional cleaning by mixing with washing water.
• the tip of the vacuum forming device which we have developed for sinus washing has been modified so that it can be used for cleaning before tooth washing. It is used to clean the interdental spaces.
• All electric powered devices we developed are featured the ability of working by cell, battery or charger. It is marked with some determiners like the color, figure, number, symbol, etc. to know the volume and fullness rate of the containers and to understand the distance and direction of the tip entered within the nostril. These markings also help to understand that they are placed close to the ideal position during placement. All or at least certain components of the washing devices and/or at least one of the markers are made visible in absence or lack of light in order to provide the visibility of the device's position for a while during using. For this purpose, light producing and/or emitting and/or light storing and emitting and/or reflecting substances are used or covered or painted on the washing devices in their manufacture. In this context, an alternative application is to make some parts or all of the devices phosphorus.
• the fluid container, the conduit which transfer/convey the fluid to the nose and the tip are fixedly connected to each other.
• the device must change position while giving direction to the head. This makes manipulation difficult. Also, sometimes it causes the container not to drain completely.
• the ability to change the direction and length has been added on the conduits which transfer/convey the fluid to the nose and the tip.
• at least one lockable bendable structure and/or a lockable piston rod bearing mechanism consists of at least two components is provided (17, 22, 23, 24).
• novelties provide the ability to be rotated/oriented 360 degrees and/or extended at least 2 cm.
• This extension and deflection feature can also be added to the system which benefits from the gravity, and make it possible to easily increase the pressure.
• these features have been added to the mouthwashing system.
• the liquid and water containers are shaped to be hand -held easily in terms of ergodynamic (15).
• the surface with which the hands or fingers come into contact has been made of various shapes, directions, depths and lengths, such as crooked, sawed, threaded, serrated, grooved, indented, protruding or notched etc. This feature provides ease of grip during manipulation and prevents slippage.
• the liquid container of the washing devices is partly or completely bellows structure/bellows like (accordion style/shape) in order to take up less space.
• this container is empty, the opposite edges almost stick to each other.
• the liquid is placed/filled, it opens like an accordion and reaches its full capacity.
• its shape may be different models like rectangular prism, cone, sphere, etc. according to the preferences of the users.
• the pressure does not drop to zero or become negative during the washing process, because the container is compressed manually and is not flexible enough. Thus, the return of dirty liquid to the container is prevented.
• the components of the devices have been cute/ pretty by given the form of some animals like elephants, dinosaurs, pandas, rabbits, chicks, squirrels, ducks, bear, etc. and toys like fire truck, police vehicle, etc.
• the shaping the components of the devices for the pleasant appearance have been provided so that it does not disrupt the function-washing process.
• different colors have been used and / or alternatively, some sound can be produced during washing. All of these structures have also been given flexibility, softness, elasticity, transparency, non-adherence, anti-infectivity, non-allergic and sterilizable properties for some clinical situations.
• the necessary energy source is provided by adjustable metal or plastic spring systems.
• the container After the container is filled with liquid, it is connected to the spring system to provide liquid movement.
• the spring is established with hand power (26).
• the pressure applied is checked again with the safety valves and the washing process is carried out.
• the alternative model we have developed to provide the required energy during washing is to supply the energy storage battery (pre-stored / potentiated) with the compressed gas system.
• the gas in some kind of the pneumatic battery is compressed by the pump used manually (by human power) (27).
• the corresponding valve is opened to allow movement of the liquid by the energy in the compressed gas.
• the corresponding valve has the ability to adjust the pressure to the desired level.
• a similar energy storage system has also been gained in the storages we have developed to form a vacuum.
• FIG-1 Top-front view of mobile sinus washers (MSW) and its additional attachment
• FIG-2 Top view of the fluid sending headpiece structure (tip, cap) and container of the mobile sinus washers (MSW) and of energy depentent sinus washer (EDSW).
• MSW mobile sinus washers
• EDSW energy depentent sinus washer
• FIG-3 Energy dependent sinus washer (EDSW) and fluid sending structure, view of the mouth washing device converted by replacing fluid sending structure end with mouth (intraoral and teeth) washing attachment (specific tip, cap, nozzles).
• EDSW Energy dependent sinus washer
• Figure-4 Appearance of mobile sinus washer (MSW) converted to mobile mouth washer by replacing headpiece end with mouth washing attachment (specific tip, cap, and nozzles) and the container made suitable for hand-grasping.
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• Fluid sending headpiece in semi conical- prism like structure of mobile sinus washer (MSW) and energy dependent sinus washer (EDSW) suitable for anatomical structure of nostrils.
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• EDSW energy dependent sinus washer
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• EDSW energy dependent sinus washer
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• EDSW energy dependent sinus washer
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• MSW mobile sinus washer
• Multi holed structure (more than one exit holes/openings) of fluid sending piece in mobile sinus washer (MSW) and energy dependent sinus washer (EDSW)
• Lockable bendable structure and/or a lockable piston rod bearing mechanism of energy dependent mobile mouth washing devices are Lockable bendable structure and/or a lockable piston rod bearing mechanism of energy dependent mobile mouth washing devices.

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