RECOVAWRAP: Hot/Cold Therapy Compression Wrap

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RECOVAWRAP: Hot/Cold Therapy Compression Wrap

Senior Design Showcase project, Wentworth Institute of Technology, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Biomedical Engineering, 2020

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title: RECOVAWRAP: Hot/Cold Therapy Compression Wrap

creator: Saffron Mello, Tyler Stowe

subject: Musculoskeletal injuries, Conservative Treatment, Heat and Cold Therapy, Joint Sleeve

description: Musculoskeletal injuries, muscle soreness, and muscular strains are the most common injuries affecting the vast majority of people across different ages, lifestyles, and occupations. These injuries can have massive impacts on physical capabilities. Many people rely on the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (or NSAIDs), topical treatments such as IcyHot, Biofreeze, and Tiger Balm, and various types of bracing technologies. IcyHot and Biofreeze don’t actively help the underlying tissue where the injury is, and the majority of relief felt from the user is the cause of a placebo effect. These topical ointments can only be used on undamaged skin, and can have negative reactions if the consumer has sensitive skin. NSAIDs such as Tylenol are powerful for anti-inflammatory effects, but if used too much the user could experience long term liver issues, the other prescription strength painkillers also cause a potential risk of addiction that many people fear and therefore avoid taking them at all. Braces are generally sold for specific joints such as the knee, wrist, or ankle, and aren’t able to be used in multiple different locations. Electric heating pads exist but need to remain plugged in to continue functioning. Hot and cold packs are another option but they need to be frozen or heated, by using a microwave or boiling water, which can serve as a hazard and does not allow for quick temperature changes. Many first aid kits contain a single use cold pack, but as stated they are single use and must be disposed of after a certain amount of time. Our device will be reusable, can be used in various locations because it will rely on rechargeable batteries, and produces the same effects as icing/heating the area without the need of a freezer or microwave. Also reduces the need for single use stick on patches that can cause skin irritation and provide minimal relief for serious musculoskeletal injuries.

publisher: The Douglas D. Schumann Library and Learning Commons, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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date: 2020

type: Poster

format: .pdf

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language: eng

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