WO2007068060A1 - Appareil miniaturise de remodelage de corps et de traitement de la peau a l'aide d'une piece a main - Google Patents

Appareil miniaturise de remodelage de corps et de traitement de la peau a l'aide d'une piece a main Download PDF

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WO2007068060A1
WO2007068060A1 PCT/AU2006/001911 AU2006001911W WO2007068060A1 WO 2007068060 A1 WO2007068060 A1 WO 2007068060A1 AU 2006001911 W AU2006001911 W AU 2006001911W WO 2007068060 A1 WO2007068060 A1 WO 2007068060A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
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  • a miniaturised apparatus of body contouring and skin conditioning using a handpiece A miniaturised apparatus of body contouring and skin conditioning using a handpiece.
  • Cellulite is a skin condition often described as an Orange peel', 'mattress', or 'dimpling' that appears primarily on the thighs, buttocks and sometimes lower abdomen of otherwise healthy people. Research has suggested that 95 percent of women will experience some level of cellulite at some time in their life. The condition may also affect men, however, this is not as common. Cellulite includes fat and fluids that have been trapped in connective tissue pockets beneath the skin.
  • the outermost layer of skin is referred to as epidermis.
  • epidermis which contains hair follicles, sweat glands, blood vessels, nerve receptors and connective tissue.
  • dermis which contains hair follicles, sweat glands, blood vessels, nerve receptors and connective tissue.
  • dermis Underneath the dermis is the first of three layers of subcutaneous fat.
  • the uppermost layer of subcutaneous fat has been described as "standing fat-cell chambers" separated by connective tissue. Small projections of fat cells protrude from the fat-cell chambers into the dermis. This unevenness and irregularity of the subcutaneous fat gives skin the bumpy appearance which is commonly referred to as cellulite.
  • adipose tissue Water retention and fat build up in the adipose tissue results in an irregular or swollen appearance of a person's skin.
  • the adipose tissue provides insulation and is divided into lobes by small blood vessels.
  • the cells of this layer are adipocytes which are specialized in storing energy as fat.
  • a good eating plan, increased activity, good posture and low stress levels can reduce water retention and fat build up.
  • these aspects have limited effectiveness in treating cellulite.
  • Various treatments have also been developed to treat cellulite or adipose tissue including creams, laser technologies, liposuction, and mesotherapy.
  • Mesotherapy involves the use of hair thin needles to inject micro mixtures of vitamins, amino acids, supplements and pharmaceuticals into the middle layer of skin, in an attempt to break down fat cells and increase blood flow.
  • the needles used in mesotherapy are thin, many people avoid this treatment because they are afraid of needles or the risk of disease, such as AIDS.
  • Cream treatments are seen to be of limited usefulness and treatments like liposuction and mesotherapy are either expensive or may produce only temporary improvement. Many doctors even warn that liposuction is not an effective treatment for cellulite because liposuction is designed to remove deep fat instead of cellulite or adipose tissue, which is close to the skin surface.
  • Endermologie works by utilizing a device that sucks onto the skin while two rollers aggressively massage the underlying tissue. It has been suggested that about one third of patients will be able to benefit from this deep massage technique. Endermologie does however have its limitations. The strength of the massage is not suitable for some people and temporary bruising often occurs. Furthermore, the method is not suitable for women who are pregnant, have sensitive skin, or those with high blood pressure.
  • One of the other problems with Endermologie is that the operator needs to be skilled so that they do not overly apply pressure thereby bruising the skin. The pressure needed to be applied by the operator may also result in a repetitive stain injury.
  • lymphedema It has been shown that slow lymphatic drainage leads to fat build up and that currently the only way for treating lymphedema is by way of pressure bandages, massage or raising the limb.
  • an apparatus for body contouring and skin conditioning using a handpiece including: a vacuum source adapted to produce a vacuum; a compression device connected to the vacuum source, the compression device adapted to produce a stream of compressed gas; a plurality of handpieces each having a passageway therethrough, wherein the handpieces are in selective communication with said compression device and said vacuum source, the plurality of handpieces each having a cup having at least a first opening, wherein said first opening is defined by a perimeter which when placed against a skin surface defines a chamber; a valve adapted to selectively control the communication of said compression device and vacuum source with said handpieces, wherein an oscillating pressure is produced within said chamber thereby causing said skin to vibrate.
  • the vacuum source is a vacuum pump.
  • the compression device is a compression cylinder.
  • the compression cylinder is connected to the outlet of the vacuum pump.
  • the plurality of handpieces include cups of different dimensions
  • the plurality of handpieces can be selectively operated.
  • said apparatus includes a foot pedal adapted to operate control said oscillating pressure.
  • said apparatus includes at least one control valve adapted to alter the pressure within said chamber.
  • said apparatus includes a release valve for increasing the pressure within said chamber.
  • said handpieces are connected to said compression device and vacuum source by way of a flexible hose.
  • said apparatus includes a device for applying a therapeutic substance to said skin.
  • said apparatus includes a temperature regulator for affecting the temperature of said skin during operation of said apparatus.
  • a method of body contouring and skin conditioning using an apparatus including the step of: providing an apparatus having a vacuum source adapted to produce a vacuum, a compression device connected to the vacuum source, the compression device adapted to produce a stream of compressed gas, a plurality of handpieces each having a passageway therethrough, wherein the handpieces are in selective communication with said compression device and said vacuum source, the plurality of handpieces each having a cup having at least a first opening, wherein said first opening is defined by a perimeter which when placed against a skin surface defines a chamber, and a valve adapted to selectively control the communication of said compression device and vacuum source with said handpieces; placing the cup of a handpiece onto a skin surface, whereby said first opening contacts the skin surface thereby defining a chamber; and activating said apparatus to create an oscillating pressure within said chamber thereby causing tissue layers to vibrate.
  • the vibrations are strong enough to affect the subdermal tissue.
  • the oscillating pressure is adjustable.
  • the frequency of the pressure oscillations can be adjusted.
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating a first embodiment of an apparatus having a mobile handpiece
  • Figure 2 is a side cut away view of the mobile handpiece of Figure 1 ;
  • FIG. 3 is an underside perspective view of the mobile handpiece of Figure
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of the mobile handpiece
  • Figure 5 is a side cut away of a third embodiment of the mobile handpiece
  • Figure 6 is a side cut away view of mobile handpiece of Figure 1 illustrating how the apparatus produces vibrations in the subcutaneous fat layer
  • Figure 7 is a perspective view of a fourth embodiment of an apparatus having a the mobile handpiece
  • Figure 8 is a front view of the control panel of Figure 7;
  • Figure 9 is a perspective view of a handpiece of Figure 7 illustrating a large cup
  • Figure 10 is a perspective view of a handpiece of Figure 7 illustrating a small cup
  • Figure 11 is a schematic view of the compressor and suction device of the apparatus of Figure 7;
  • Figure 12 is a schematic view illustrating an alternate arrangement of the
  • Figure 13 is a rear view of the apparatus of Figure 7;
  • Figure 14 is a perspective view of the apparatus of Figure 7 illustrating the use of additional devices
  • Figure 15 is a perspective view of a fifth embodiment of an apparatus illustrating internal components in perforated lines
  • Figure 16 is a schematic view illustrating the apparatus of Figure 15;
  • Figure 17 is a front perspective view of a sixth embodiment of an apparatus having a treatment handpiece.
  • Figure 18 is a rear perspective view of the apparatus of Figure 17 with the rear cover removed to illustrate internal working components.
  • FIG. 1 Illustrated in Figure 1 is an apparatus 10 for the body contouring and skin conditioning of a person 12.
  • the apparatus 10 includes a vacuum/compressor source 14 and a mobile handpiece 16 having a cup 18 adapted to engage the surface of a person's body 12 and a handle 20 to help a user grasp the mobile handpiece 16 during operation.
  • the mobile handpiece 16 is connected to the vacuum/compressor source 14 via tube 22.
  • the vacuum/compressor source 14 includes a housing 24, a hollow mount 26 connected to tube 22, an atmospheric air communication device 28, a switch 30 adapted to operate vacuum/compressor source 14, a gauge 32 adapted to measure pressure within cup 18 and control valves 34 adapted to alter the strength of the vacuum and compression produced by the vacuum/compressor source 14 during operation.
  • the vacuum/compressor source 14 may be connected to mains power or may have an enclosed battery to provide greater portability. Although we refer to a vacuum/compressor source 14 any means may indeed be used whereby there is a pressure differential.
  • the apparatus 10 further includes a supply container 38 that contains a therapeutic substance or substances 40.
  • the supply container 38 is connected to the mobile handpiece 16 via tube 42.
  • the therapeutic substances 40 are drawn out of the supply container 38 by the vacuum produced by the vacuum/compressor source 14.
  • the apparatus 10 may include a motorised dispelling means (not shown) that disseminates the therapeutic substances 38 within the suction devices 16.
  • the mobile handpiece 16 can be moved in a multiplicity of directions, for instance as illustrated in Figure 1 , in the directions of arrows 44 or 46. This provides significant advantages since the mobile handpiece 16 does not need to be removed from the patient's body and can remain in close proximity to the patient's skin 48 at all times during operation of the apparatus 10.
  • the handle 20 of the mobile handpiece 16 can be in the form of a pistol type grip that includes a body 50 having finger grooves 52 and a duct 54 adapted to provide communication between the cup 18 and tube 22.
  • the handle 20 further includes a release valve 56 operated by a trigger 58.
  • the release valve 56 is configured to equalise the pressure within the chamber 60, defined by the cup 18 and the surface of the patient's skin 48, with the atmospheric pressure. This release ensures that the cup 18 can be easily removed from the skin 48.
  • the release valve 56 may also be used in conjunction with control valves 34 to adjust the pressure within chamber 60.
  • the perimeter 62 of the cup 18 includes a mobility device 64 adapted to assist in the movement of the mobile handpiece 16 over the surface of the skin 48.
  • the mobility device 64 is in the form of a series of ball bearings 66 accommodated within a cavity 68.
  • the apparatus 10 further includes a refutable lubricant dispenser 70 that extends around the circumference of the cup 18 in close proximity to the perimeter 62.
  • the lubricant dispenser 70 may be refilled by way of a removable cap 72.
  • the lubricant 74 may be a therapeutic substance 40 however the invention is not limited to the use of therapeutic substances 40.
  • the lubricant dispenser 70 is adapted to release a lubricant 74 through duct 76 to thereby lubricating the mobility device 64.
  • cup 18 may be kidney shaped 78 to facilitate the treatment of cellulite or adipose tissue on the face of a person 12.
  • the diameter of the tube 22 may be varied or the communication between the tube 22 and cup 18 may be restricted to provided different pressure strengths.
  • the mobile handpiece 16 includes a temperature regulator 80 adapted to affect the temperature of the skin 48.
  • the temperature regulator 80 is connected to a power source (not shown) via cable 82.
  • the temperature regulator 80 may be in the form of a heating element 84 that extends around the perimeter 62 of the cup 18 in close proximity to the surface of the skin 48.
  • the element 84 heats the cup 18 which in turn heats the air contained within the chamber 60.
  • the temperature regulator 80 may alternatively be configured to lower the temperature of the skin 48. For instance, cold air could be injected at regular intervals into the chamber 60 in close proximity to the surface of the skin 48.
  • the pressure within the chamber 60 is varied by the vacuum/compressor source 14.
  • This pulsing of the pressure within the chamber 60 creates vibrations 86, as illustrated by the semicircular perforated lines in Figure 6.
  • the vibration of the skin is caused by the skin being firstly drawn into the chamber when the pressure is reduced and then secondly by being driven out of the chamber when the pressure is increased. This oscillation between high and low pressure thereby causes the skin to vibrate.
  • These vibrations 86 pass through upper layers of skin referred to as the epidermis 88 and dermis 90 layers. The vibrations 86 then pass into the subcutaneous fat layer 92.
  • the subcutaneous fat layer 92 contains small projections of fat cells 94 that protrude into the dermis 90 giving the appearance of what is referred to as cellulite. These clusters of fat cells 94 also result in fluid retention which can further worsen the appearance of the cellulite.
  • the apparatus 10 By causing vibration of the subcutaneous fat layer 92 the apparatus 10 is able to help break apart the clusters of fat cells 94 and release the water 96. This assists the lymphatic system in draining the excessive fat cells 94 and water 96 from the subcutaneous fat layer 92, thereby reducing the visible effects of a build up of cellulite.
  • the pressure within the chamber 60 is increased to a point that allows the cup to be moved easily across the skin 48.
  • the cup 18 can be moved across the skin 48 in a stop start fashion.
  • the pressure within the chamber 60 is decreased to a certain point the cup 18 fastens onto the skin 48 and when the pressure within the chamber 60 is increased to a certain point the cup 18 is free to be moved across the skin 48 by the operator.
  • the therapeutic substance or substances 40 may be disseminated into chamber 60 in a fine mist 98 through outlet 100 during operation of the apparatus 10. Alternatively, oil or cream could be applied directly to the person's body 12 before treatment with apparatus 10.
  • Each tissue in the human body has individualized frequencies.
  • Resonate frequencies of organs, such as the heart, is around 6Hz while the resonate frequency of skin is around 1 Hz.
  • Fat cells have a different resonate frequency to muscles cells. Therefore, the frequency of vibration may be chosen to be close to the natural frequency of the fat cells thereby amplifying the affect of the apparatus 10.
  • the frequency may be adjusted by use of the control valves 34 adapted to alter the strength and frequency of the vacuum and compression produced by the vacuum/compressor source 14 during operation.
  • the frequency of vibration within chamber 60 ranges from 10-200 Hz with high frequency vibrations in the range of 1-20 kHz, however, the reader should appreciate that the present invention is not limited to these pressures or frequencies.
  • the apparatus 10 include a console 110 adapted to house the vacuum/compressor source 14.
  • the console 110 is mounted on legs or roller 112 to assist in the transportation of the apparatus 10.
  • the apparatus further includes a foot peddle 114, connected to the vacuum/compressor source 14 by way of cable 116, which is adapted to control the operation of the apparatus 10, thereby facilitating ease of use.
  • the apparatus includes a plurality of mobile handpieces 16 with different sized cups 18. This ensures that the user does not have to replace the cup 18 every time a different size is required.
  • the plurality of mobile suction devices 16 are adapted to engage clips 118 on the front of the console 110.
  • a light 120 corresponding to each mobile handpiece 16 indicates which device is in use.
  • the tube 22 connected to the vacuum/compressor source 14 includes a venturi tube 122 adapted to regulate the passage of air therethrough and filter 124 to ensure that foreign material such as dirt does not enter the vacuum/compressor source 14 which could cause mechanical failure.
  • the console 110 includes vents 126 to provide ventilation for the vacuum/compressor source 14.
  • An instrument panel 128 is provided at the top of the console 110 and includes on/off switch 30, gauges 32, control valves 34 and auxiliary switches 130. As illustrated in Figure 8 the control panel 128 includes gauges 132 and 134. Gauge 132 is adapted to measure the compressed air flow produced by source 14, corresponding switch 136 is configured to adjust the compressed air flow. Gauge 134 is configured to measure the vacuum produced by source 14.
  • Corresponding switch 138 is adapted to adjust the production of the vacuum by source 14, while switch 140 is for fine adjustment.
  • the control panel 128 further includes auxiliary switches 130 for controlling the operation of the apparatus 10.
  • the auxiliary switches 130 include selector switches 142, with indicator lights 144, used for selection an individual mobile handpieces 16, switch 146 and display panel 148. The reader should however appreciate that the present invention is not limited to this configuration of switches and gauges.
  • Figures 9 and 10 illustrate the handle 20 of the mobile handpiece 16 engaging different sized cups 18.
  • the handle 20 includes a first end 150 adapted to engage a cup 18 and a second end 152 which includes a boss 154 adapted to connect to tube 22.
  • the first end 150 includes an aperture 156 in communication with tube 22 and a series of O-rings 158.
  • the cup 18 slidably engages the first end 150 and is held .in place by the frictional force of the O-rings 158 as is well known in the art.
  • the vacuum/compressor source 14 includes a vacuum producing device 160 and a compressor 162.
  • the vacuum producing device 160 and compressor 162 are connected to respective power sources 164 and 166 by way of electrical cables 168.
  • the vacuum producing device 160 and compressor 162 are in communication 170 with selector switch 172.
  • the selector switch 172 determines which of the devices 160 or 162 is in communication 170 with the mobile handpiece 16. This produces a cyclic oscillation of the pressure within cup 18, from a higher than atmospheric pressure to a lower than atmospheric pressure.
  • vacuum producing device 160 and compressor 162 are connected to respective electric motors 176 and 178 by way of cables 180.
  • Motors 176 and 178 are connected to a power source by way of electrical cable 182.
  • the motor 178 corresponding to compressor 162 includes an additional fan 184 to assist in cooling.
  • Figure 13 illustrates the rear of the console 110 with the back panel removed.
  • the motor 176 and 178 are mounted on the base 186 of the console 110 adjacent to vents 126.
  • the vacuum producing device 160 and compressor 162 are mounted on shelf 188.
  • Inlet tubes 190 and 192 are configured to supply air to vacuum producing device 160 and a compressor 162 respectively, which are in fluid communication with mobile handpiece 16 through pipes 22.
  • the supply tubes 190 and 192 include an opening 194 and filters 196.
  • the apparatus 10 can be used in conjunction with additional treatment devices, including electrical signal applicator 198 and oxygen infusing handpiece 200 which is controlled by switch 202.
  • the apparatus 10 include a single motor 204, vacuum pump 206 and compression cylinder 208.
  • the vacuum pump 206 is connected to motor 204 by way of wires 210 and includes an inlet 212 and outlet 214.
  • the inlet 212 which is in communication 170 with the cup 18 through solenoid valve 172, is adapted to draw air therethrough and produce a vacuum within cup 18.
  • the air drawn into the vacuum pump 206 is exhausted through outlet 214.
  • the outlet 214 is in communication 170 with the compression cylinder 208.
  • the compression cylinder 208 is adapted to compress the exhaust gas to thereby produce a stream of compressed gas that can be selectively applied to the subject 12.
  • the compression cylinder 208 includes a bleed valve 216 adapted to ensure that the pressure of the gas within the cylinder 208 remains at a constant level.
  • the inlet 212 of the vacuum pump 206 is connected to the solenoid valve 172 by way of pipe 218.
  • the outlet 214 of the vacuum pump is connected in series to the compression cylinder 208 and solenoid valve 172 by way of pipes 220 and 222.
  • the solenoid valve 172 is connected to the handpiece 16 by way of pipe 224.
  • the apparatus 10 includes an instrument panel 226 which includes on/off switch 228, controls 230 and 232, gauges 234 and 236 and switches 238 and 240.
  • the housing 24 of the apparatus 10 is mounted on a stand 242 having a frame 244 and shelves 246, 248 and 250.
  • the stand 242 is support on caster wheels 252 which assist in movement of apparatus 10.
  • the stand 242 may additionally include draws (not shown) for storing various components.
  • the apparatus includes a foot peddle 114, which is connected a control box 254 by way of cable 116.
  • the apparatus 10 includes two handpieces 256 and 258 mounted on opposite sides of the housing 24 and connected to the vacuum/ compressor source by way of respective pipes 224.
  • the cups 18 of handpieces 256 and 258 are of different sizes to enable the operator to select the most suitable size.
  • the instrument panel 226 includes switch 260 for selecting between the handpieces 256 and 258. In this way there is no need to replicate gauges 234 and 236 for each handpiece.
  • Figure 18 illustrates apparatus 10 with the rear cover 260 of the housing 24 removed in the direction of arrow 262 to expose the internal components, including the motor 204, vacuum pump 206, capacitor 264 and compression unit 208.
  • the rear cover 260 includes three fans 266 to assist in ventilation.
  • the outlet 214 of the vacuum pump 206 is connected to the compression cylinder 208 by way of pipe 220.
  • Figure 18 illustrates the use of two vacuum chambers 268 and 270 which are configured to run in parallel to thereby provide sufficient suction. Although this is preferable it should be appreciated that the invention is not limited to the use of two vacuum chamber and a single larger chamber could be used to provide sufficient suction.
  • the present description provides, by way of example, one arrangement in which the principles of the present invention may be employed. It should however be appreciated that the present invention is not limited to this particular embodiment. It has been described that an air compressor and vacuum source alternately communicate with the cup, however, it should be appreciated that any device could be used to produce a pressure differential. It has also been discussed that the pressure within the cup alternates between two states; one of greater than atmospheric pressure and the other of lower than atmospheric pressure. It should however be appreciated that the pressure within the cup does not need to be lower than atmospheric pressure. The pressure states within the cup could alternately both be greater than atmospheric pressure.
  • the skilled addressee will now appreciate the many advantages of the present invention for an apparatus and method of body contouring and skin conditioning using a mobile handpiece.
  • the invention provides a non-invasive method for treating cellulite that overcomes many of the limitation of currently available treatments.
  • the apparatus 10 provides a treatment that reduces the visible effects of cellulite by assisting the drainage of the lymphatic system with minimal discomfort to the patient.
  • the use of pulsating pressure within the chamber 60 creates vibrations that pass into the subdermal tissue. This avoids the use of an aggressive massage of the underlying tissue which can result in such problems as bruising and which is not suitable for some people including those who are pregnant.
  • the present method also means that there is less impact on the operator thereby reducing the risk of repetitive strain injuries.
  • the present invention provides an exemplary way of treating cellulite and adipose tissue that is both gentle on the patient and operator.
  • the apparatus of the present application can be used on facial wrinkles, and on the breast, stomach and neck regions to assist in increasing lymphatic drainage.
  • the invention can also be used for treatment of post mastectomy lymphedema, lipedema and other lymphatic disorders.

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La présente invention concerne un appareil et une méthode de remodelage du de corps et de conditionnement de la peau. L'appareil (10) traite la cellulite et des tissus semblables en produisant des vibrations dans les couches de graisse sous-cutanées. Une cupule (18) d'une pièce à main (16) est placée contre la peau pour créer une chambre (60). Une pompe à vide (206) et un cylindre de compression (208), en communication avec ladite chambre (60), sont ensuite actionnés pour produire une pression oscillante dans la chambre (60). Cette pression oscillante répétée attire la peau dans la chambre et repousse ensuite la peau hors de la chambre, ce qui cause des vibrations dans les couches dermiques et influence ainsi la rétention de fluide et l'accumulation de cellulite.
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