Patent Grant
11944566
Erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, is a type of sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis sufficient for sexual activity. Erectile dysfunction may have psychological consequences as it can be tied to relationship difficulties and self-image.
Some studies regarding erectile dysfunction have reported an average prevalence of 52%, which tends to increase with age. Some studies have further shown that approximately 40% and 70% of 40-year-old men and 70-year-old men are affected, respectively, whereby age is the variable most strongly associated with ED. ED has been further shown to increase with stress.
The present invention generally relates to medical devices, systems, and methods, and more particularly relates to devices, systems, and methods related to alleviating erectile dysfunction.
Erection is generally enabled in men through, in part, increased blood flow into the penis through arteries on the ventral side of the penis and decreased blood flow out from the penis through the veins on the dorsal side of the penis. Currently available ED devices attempt to alleviate ED in one of two ways—each with their own deficiencies.
The first type of ED device is rigid (e.g., made of metal, wood, glass, etc.). As the penis is shaped like an oval (wider than it is tall) and these devices are based on a circle, trying to fit an oval in a circle results in additional pressure being put on the sides in an effort to achieve minimal pressure on the top. This additional pressure on the side of the penis creates a distortion of the penis and an encumbrance of the arteries and corpora cavernosa. This works against the natural physiology of an erection. This pressure from rigid devices may be detrimental to the health of the tissue, arteries, and veins in the penis. Additionally, this pressure may hinder the ability of the user to employ Kegel exercises or other activities to their maximum effectiveness to increase inward blood flow and maintain the erection. Further, this uniform pressure may also limit natural inward blood flow into the penis, limiting the erection. Moreover, these rigid ED devices are less effective on a flaccid penis or an individual with severe ED, making these devices not ideal for initiating an erection. The second type of ED device is typically soft and malleable. However, these softer ED devices are ineffective in providing the appropriate constriction to either initiate or maintain a sufficient erection. These devices typically apply uniform pressure around the circumference of the penis to slow the outwards blood flow from the penis. However, the uniform pressure from these devices may be detrimental to the health of the tissue, arteries, and veins in the penis. Additionally, this uniform pressure may hinder the ability for the user to employ Kegel exercises or other activities to their maximum effectiveness to increase inward blood flow and maintain the erection. Further, this uniform pressure may also limit natural inward blood flow into the penis, limiting the erection.
In addition, currently available ED device configurations do not account for the particular shape (e.g., the devices are shaped like a perfect circle) or the specific anatomical regions and characteristics therein (e.g., location, size, and function of the superficial and deep dorsal veins, dorsal arteries, dorsal nerves, cavernous arteries, urethra, and corpus spongiosum) of the penis, which is not shaped like a circle. Nor do currently available ED devices provide adequate features on the exterior of the device to directly stimulate the partner's sexual experience, which may have negative psychological impact on the user and exacerbate any ED issues. Finally, none of the currently available ED devices offer instructions or guidance on selecting the properly sized device for the specific user.
Provided herein are ED methods, devices, and systems configured to more effectively prevent outwards blood flow from the penis to the body. Further provided herein are methods, devices, and systems that more effectively promote inward blood flow into the penis. Further provided herein are methods, devices, and systems that aid initiation and maintenance of an erection. Further provided herein are methods, devices, and systems that more directly and effectively stimulate the partner's sexual experience. Further provided herein are methods, devices, and systems that are configured to reduce physical ED symptoms and/or eliminate ED exacerbating performance stress.
A first aspect provided herein are penile constriction devices comprising an arched rod comprising: a first arm comprising a first coupling end and a first converging end having a first terminus; a second arm comprising a second coupling end and a second converging end having a second terminus disconnected from the first terminus, wherein the first converging end and the second converging end converge to form a constriction region; and a bridge connecting the first coupling end to the second coupling end, the bridge comprising a compression region rising inferiorly from an inferior side of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width, wherein the constriction gap width is measured as a minimum distance between the first converging end and the second converging end within the constriction region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches to about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of at least about 0 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of at most about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches to about 0.125 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.375 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0 inches to about 1 inch, about 0 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.375 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.125 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.375 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.625 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.875 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.875 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.875 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.125 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, or about 1.125 inches to about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches, about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of at least about 0 inches, about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction gap width of at most about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height, wherein the constriction height is measured as a normal distance between a constriction point and the inferior side of the bridge, and wherein the constriction point is defined as the midpoint of the constriction gap width. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of at least about 0.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of at most about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 2 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.5 inches, or about 2.25 inches to about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of at least about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a constriction height of at most about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width, wherein the maximum inner width is measured as a maximum normal distance between a mesial vertex of the surface of the first arm and a mesial vertex of the surface of the second arm, and wherein the maximum inner width is superior to the constriction gap. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches to about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of at least about 0.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of at most about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 3 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 3 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 2 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 3 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 3 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 3 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 3 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2 inches to about 3 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 3 inches, about 2.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2.5 inches to about 3 inches, or about 2.75 inches to about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of at least about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a maximum inner width of at most about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height, wherein the inferior height is measured as a normal distance between a center point, and the inferior side of the bridge, wherein the center point comprises the midpoint of the maximum inner width. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches to about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of at least about 0.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of at most about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.7 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.7 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.8 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.8 inches to about 1 inch, or about 0.9 inches to about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of at least about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has an inferior height of at most about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.3:1 to about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.2:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.2:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.9:1, or about 0.8:1 to about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1 to about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.7:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1 to about 0.725:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.75:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.75:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.925:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.925:1 to about 0.99:1, or about 0.95:1 to about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1 to about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.15:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1 to about 0.2:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.6:1, or about 0.55:1 to about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod has a thickness, wherein the thickness is measured as a maximum normal cross-sectional width of at least a portion of at least one of the first arm, the second arm, and the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of about 0.125 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of at least about 0.125 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of at most about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of about 0.125 inches to about 0.15 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, or about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of at least about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device has a thickness of at most about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, has a first termination distance and a second termination distance, wherein the first termination distance may be measured as the maximum normal distance between the constriction gap width and the first terminus, and wherein the second termination distance may be measured as the maximum normal distance between the constriction gap width and the second terminus. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is at least about 0.02 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is at most about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is about 0.02 inches to about 0.025 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.035 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.045 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.035 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.045 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.025 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.035 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.045 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.045 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.035 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.045 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.045 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.045 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.045 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.045 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.045 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.05 inches to about 0.055 inches, about 0.05 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.05 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.05 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.055 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.055 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.055 inches to about 0.08 inches, about 0.06 inches to about 0.07 inches, about 0.06 inches to about 0.08 inches, or about 0.07 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is about 0.02 inches, about 0.025 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.035 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.045 inches, about 0.05 inches, about 0.055 inches, about 0.06 inches, about 0.07 inches, or about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is at least about 0.02 inches, about 0.025 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.035 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.045 inches, about 0.05 inches, about 0.055 inches, about 0.06 inches, about 0.07 inches, or about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first termination distance and the second termination distance is at most about 0.02 inches, about 0.025 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.035 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.045 inches, about 0.05 inches, about 0.055 inches, about 0.06 inches, about 0.07 inches, or about 0.08 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first terminus diverges from the constriction region to form a first elbow. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the second terminus diverges from the constriction region to form a second elbow. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first elbow and the second elbow are configured to removably affix to a band. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm and the second arm are configured to removably affix to a band.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region comprises: a first dorsal vein protrusion comprising: a first dorsal apex; and a first dorsal height measured as a first minimum normal distance between the first dorsal apex and a first lateral edge of the first dorsal vein protrusion where the first dorsal vein protrusion rises from the inferior side of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region comprises a second dorsal vein protrusion comprising: a second dorsal apex; and a second dorsal height measured as a second minimum normal distance between the second dorsal apex and a second lateral edge of the second dorsal vein protrusion where the second dorsal vein protrusion rises from the inferior side of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region comprises: a dorsal vein valley between the first dorsal vein apex and the second dorsal vein apex.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first dorsal vein protrusion, the dorsal vein valley, and the second dorsal vein protrusion are arranged sequentially within the compression region in a direction along the bridge from the first arm to the second arm.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device comprises a dorsal vein valley distance between the first dorsal apex and the second dorsal apex. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.75 inches, or about 0.65 inches to about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device comprises a compression region width between the first lateral edge and the second lateral edge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, or about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region within the dorsal vein valley at a center of the dorsal vein valley is superior to or has a same height relative to the first lateral edge as the first minimum normal distance or relative to the second lateral edge as the second minimum normal distance, or both. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region is superior to or has a same height relative to the first lateral edge as the first minimum normal distance or relative to the second lateral edge as the second minimum normal distance, or both. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region at the center of the dorsal vein valley is inferior to the first lateral edge, the second lateral edge, or both. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region is inferior to the first lateral edge, the second lateral edge, or both.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device further comprises a plurality of friction protrusions on a superior side of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions to about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at least about 2 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at most about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions to about 4 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 6 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 6 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 40 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 40 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, or about 50 protrusions to about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at most about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at least about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches to about 0.02 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.06 inches, or about 0.05 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of at least about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, or about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of at most about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches to about 0.02 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.06 inches, or about 0.05 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of at least about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, or about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of at most about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod comprises a cover substantially surrounding a frame, wherein a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame is higher than a cover modulus of elasticity of the cover.
Another aspect provided herein is a penile constriction system comprising a band and a penile constriction device comprising an arched rod comprising: a first arm comprising a first coupling end and a first converging end having a first terminus; a second arm comprising a second coupling end and a second converging end having a second terminus disconnected from the first terminus, wherein the first converging end and the second converging end converge to form a constriction region; and a bridge connecting the first coupling end to the second coupling end, the bridge comprising a compression region rising inferiorly from an inferior side of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width, wherein the constriction gap width is measured as a minimum distance between the first converging end and the second converging end within the constriction region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches to about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of at least about 0 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of at most about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches to about 0.125 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.375 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0 inches to about 1 inch, about 0 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.375 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.125 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.375 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.375 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.625 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.625 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.625 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 0.875 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.875 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.875 inches to about 1.125 inches, about 0.875 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.125 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, or about 1.125 inches to about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of about 0 inches, about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of at least about 0 inches, about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction gap width of at most about 0.125 inches, about 0.375 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.625 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 0.875 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.125 inches, or about 1.25 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height, wherein the constriction height is measured as a normal distance between a constriction point and the inferior side of the bridge, and wherein the constriction point is defined as the midpoint of the constriction gap width. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of at least about 0.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of at most about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 2 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.5 inches, or about 2.25 inches to about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of at least about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a constriction height of at most about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, or about 2.5 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width, wherein the maximum inner width is measured as a maximum normal distance between a mesial vertex of the surface of the first arm and a mesial vertex of the surface of the second arm, and wherein the maximum inner width is superior to the constriction gap. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches to about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of at least about 0.5 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of at most about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 3 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.75 inches to about 1.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 0.75 inches to about 3 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 1.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 2 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.25 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.5 inches, about 1 inch to about 2.75 inches, about 1 inch to about 3 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.25 inches to about 3 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 1.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.5 inches to about 3 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 1.75 inches to about 3 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.25 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2 inches to about 3 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 2.5 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2.25 inches to about 3 inches, about 2.5 inches to about 2.75 inches, about 2.5 inches to about 3 inches, or about 2.75 inches to about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of at least about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a maximum inner width of at most about 0.5 inches, about 0.75 inches, about 1 inch, about 1.25 inches, about 1.5 inches, about 1.75 inches, about 2 inches, about 2.25 inches, about 2.5 inches, about 2.75 inches, or about 3 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height, wherein the inferior height is measured as a normal distance between a center point, and the inferior side of the bridge, wherein the center point comprises the midpoint of the maximum inner width. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches to about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of at least about 0.25 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of at most about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.7 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.7 inches to about 1 inch, about 0.8 inches to about 0.9 inches, about 0.8 inches to about 1 inch, or about 0.9 inches to about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of at least about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has an inferior height of at most about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, about 0.8 inches, about 0.9 inches, or about 1 inch.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.3:1 to about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.2:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.2:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.7:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.6:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.9:1, or about 0.8:1 to about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction gap width and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.6:1, about 0.7:1, about 0.8:1, or about 0.9:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1 to about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.7:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1 to about 0.725:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.75:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.7:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.75:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.725:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.775:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.75:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.8:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.775:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.825:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.8:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.85:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.825:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.875:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.85:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.9:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.875:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.925:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.9:1 to about 0.99:1, about 0.925:1 to about 0.95:1, about 0.925:1 to about 0.99:1, or about 0.95:1 to about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the constriction height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.7:1, about 0.725:1, about 0.75:1, about 0.775:1, about 0.8:1, about 0.825:1, about 0.85:1, about 0.875:1, about 0.9:1, about 0.925:1, about 0.95:1, or about 0.99:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1 to about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.15:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1 to about 0.2:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.15:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.25:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.2:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.3:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.25:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.35:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.3:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.4:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.35:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.45:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.4:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.5:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.45:1 to about 0.6:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.55:1, about 0.5:1 to about 0.6:1, or about 0.55:1 to about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is about 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the inferior height and the maximum inner width is at most 0.15:1, about 0.2:1, about 0.25:1, about 0.3:1, about 0.35:1, about 0.4:1, about 0.45:1, about 0.5:1, about 0.55:1, or about 0.6:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod has a thickness, wherein the thickness is measured as a maximum normal cross-sectional width of at least a portion of at least one of the first arm, the second arm, and the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of about 0.125 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of at least about 0.125 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of at most about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of about 0.125 inches to about 0.15 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.125 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, or about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of at least about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system has a thickness of at most about 0.125 inches, about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first terminus diverges from the constriction region to form a first elbow, and wherein the second terminus diverges from the constriction region to form a second elbow. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first elbow and the second elbow are configured to removably affix to a band.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region comprises: a first dorsal vein protrusion comprising: a first dorsal apex; and a first dorsal height measured as a first minimum normal distance between the first dorsal apex and a first lateral edge of the first dorsal vein protrusion where the first dorsal vein protrusion rises from the inferior side of the bridge; a second dorsal vein protrusion comprising: a second dorsal apex; and a second dorsal height measured as a second minimum normal distance between the second dorsal apex and a second lateral edge of the second dorsal vein protrusion where the second dorsal vein protrusion rises from the inferior side of the bridge; and a dorsal vein valley between the first dorsal vein apex and the second dorsal vein apex.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first dorsal vein protrusion, the dorsal vein valley, and the second dorsal vein protrusion are arranged sequentially within the compression region in a direction along the bridge from the first arm to the second arm.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system comprises a dorsal vein valley distance between the first dorsal apex and the second dorsal apex. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.2 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.15 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.75 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.65 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.75 inches, or about 0.65 inches to about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.15 inches, about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.65 inches, or about 0.75 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system comprises a compression region width between the first lateral edge and the second lateral edge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.25 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.3 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.25 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.35 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.3 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.4 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.35 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.45 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.4 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.5 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.45 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.55 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.5 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.6 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.55 inches to about 0.8 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.7 inches, about 0.6 inches to about 0.8 inches, or about 0.7 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.2 inches, about 0.25 inches, about 0.3 inches, about 0.35 inches, about 0.4 inches, about 0.45 inches, about 0.5 inches, about 0.55 inches, about 0.6 inches, about 0.7 inches, or about 0.8 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region within the dorsal vein valley at a center of the dorsal vein valley is superior to or has a same height relative to the first lateral edge as the first minimum normal distance or relative to the second lateral edge as the second minimum normal distance, or both. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region at the center of the dorsal vein valley is inferior to the first lateral edge, the second lateral edge, or both.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device of the penile constriction system further comprises a plurality of friction protrusions on a superior side of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions to about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at least about 2 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at most about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions to about 4 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 6 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 2 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 6 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 4 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 8 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 6 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 10 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 8 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 15 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 10 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 20 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 15 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 25 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 20 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 30 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 25 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 40 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 30 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, about 40 protrusions to about 50 protrusions, about 40 protrusions to about 60 protrusions, or about 50 protrusions to about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at most about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusions comprises at least about 2 protrusions, about 4 protrusions, about 6 protrusions, about 8 protrusions, about 10 protrusions, about 15 protrusions, about 20 protrusions, about 25 protrusions, about 30 protrusions, about 40 protrusions, about 50 protrusions, or about 60 protrusions.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches to about 0.02 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.06 inches, or about 0.05 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of at least about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, or about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a height of at most about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches to about 0.02 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.01 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.03 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.02 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.04 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.03 inches to about 0.06 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.05 inches, about 0.04 inches to about 0.06 inches, or about 0.05 inches to about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of at least about 0.01 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, or about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the friction protrusions have a width of at most about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, or about 0.06 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod comprises a cover substantially surrounding a frame, wherein a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame is higher than a cover modulus of elasticity of the cover.
These and other embodiments are described in further detail in the following description related to the appended drawing figures.
The novel features of the disclosure are set forth with particularity in the appended claims. A better understanding of the features and advantages of the present disclosure will be obtained by reference to the following detailed description that sets forth illustrative embodiments, in which the principles of the disclosure are utilized, and the accompanying drawings of which:
Specific embodiments of the disclosed system, method, and device will now be described with reference to the drawings. Nothing in this detailed description is intended to imply that any particular component, feature, or step is essential to the invention.
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The first arm 210 and the second arm 220 extend from opposing ends of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 extends radially and transversely from the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 extend downward relative to the superior side of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 extend radially and transversely downward relative to the superior side of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 below the first coupling end 211 and the second arm 220 extends radially and mesially below the second coupling end 221. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 below the first coupling end 211 and the second arm 220 extends radially and medially below the second coupling end 221. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 below the first coupling end 211 and the second arm 220 extends downward towards the constriction region 260 below the second coupling end 221. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 below the first coupling end 211 and the second arm 220 below the second coupling end 221 extend radially, mesially, and downward towards the constriction region 260. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 below the first coupling end 211 and the second arm 220 below the second coupling end 221 extend radially, medially and downward towards the constriction region 260.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 extend symmetrically from opposing ends of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 are symmetric about a center plane of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is symmetric about one or more planes. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is symmetric about two planes. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is symmetric about two perpendicular planes. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 comprises a curvilinear rod. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 are asymmetric about the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 are asymmetric about a center plane of the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is asymmetric about one or more planes.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm and the second arm 220 extends radially and transversely below the constriction region 260. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm and the second arm 220 extends downward towards the first terminus 213 and the second terminus 223, respectively, below the constriction region 260. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm and the second arm 220 extends radially, transversely, and downward towards the first terminus 213 and the second terminus 223, respectively, below the constriction region 260.
Optionally, in this and other embodiments, the penile constriction device may portray a mesial divergence of at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 from the bridge 230. A first mesial divergence 215 may optionally form within the first coupling end 211 of the first arm 210 and a second mesial divergence 225 may optionally form within the second coupling end 221 of the second arm 220, respectively. The transverse divergence of at least one of the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 from the constriction region 260 may forms a first elbow 214 within the first converging end 212 of the first arm 210 and a second elbow 224 within the second converging end 222 of the second arm 220, respectively.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a demarcation between the first arm 210 and the bridge 230 may comprise the termination of the first mesial bend 215. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a demarcation between the first arm 210 and the bridge 230 comprises the location of the friction protrusion 231 closest to the first arm 210. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a demarcation between the second arm 220 and the bridge 230 comprises the termination of the second mesial bend 225. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a demarcation between the second arm 220 and the bridge 230 comprises the location of the friction protrusion 231 closest to the second arm 220.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 and the second arm 220 have a first arm length and a second arm length, respectively. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 has a first length measured a maximal span between the first coupling end 211 and the first terminus 213. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the second arm 220 has a second arm length measured as a maximal span between the second coupling end 221 and the second terminus 223. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bridge 230 has a bridge length measured as a maximal span of the bridge 230 between the first arm 210 and the second arm 220. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bridge 230 has a bridge length measured as a maximal span of the bridge 230 between the first coupling end 211 and the second coupling end 221. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm length is equal to the second arm length. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm length is greater or less than the second arm length. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm length and the second arm length is greater or less than the bridge length. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm length and the second arm length is equal to the bridge length.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first mesial divergence 215, the second mesial divergence 225, the first elbow 214, and the second elbow 224 have a first mesial radius, a second mesial radius, a first elbow radius, and a second elbow radius, respectively. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first mesial radius is equal to or greater than at least one of the second mesial radius, the first elbow radius, and the second elbow radius. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the second mesial radius is equal to or greater than at least one of the first mesial radius, the first elbow radius, and the second elbow radius. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first elbow radius is equal to or greater than at least one of the first mesial radius, the second mesial radius, and the second elbow radius. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the second elbow radius is equal to or greater than at least one of the first mesial radius, the second mesial radius, and the first elbow radius.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 100 is ductile (flexible and/or elastic), wherein an applied force modifies the shape of the arched rod 250, and wherein the arched rod 250 returns to its original shape upon cessation of the applied force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, and the bridge 230 is ductile. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 100 is pliable, wherein an applied force modifies the shape of the arched rod 250, and wherein the shape of the arched rod 250 does not return to its original shape upon cessation of the applied force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, and the bridge 230 is pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is ductile and pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, and the bridge 230 is ductile and pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, and the bridge 230 is ductile and not pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, and the bridge 230 is pliable and not ductile. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, is more ductile than the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, is more pliable than the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, is less ductile than the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, is less pliable than the bridge 230. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 is more pliable than the second arm 220. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 is more ductile than the second arm 220. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 is less pliable than the second arm 220. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first arm 210 is less ductile than the second arm 220.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 is ductile, wherein the constriction gap 261 returns to its original size upon cessation of the applied force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the ductility of the arched rod 250 enables a user to apply the device 100 to the penis by applying a tensile force between the first converging end 212 and/or the first terminus 213 and the second converging end 222 and/or the second terminus 223 to increase the constriction gap 261, inserting the device 100 onto the penile area, and releasing the tensile force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, once the tensile force is released, the constriction gap 261 of the arched rod 250 is greater than the constriction gap 261 of an unstressed and/or unapplied device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, once the tensile force is released, the ductile arched rod 250 maintains a compressive force against the penile area.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a tensile force applied between the first converging end 212 and/or the first terminus 213 and the second converging end 222 and/or the second terminus 223, increases the constriction gap 260. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a compressive force applied between the first converging end 212 and the second converging end 222 decreases the constriction gap 261.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal height 313, the second dorsal height 323, the dorsal vein valley distance 350, the compression region width 340, and the dorsal vein valley depth are scaled with respect to at least one of the maximum inner width 270, the constriction gap 261, inferior height 290, and the constriction height 280.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is at least about 0.02 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is at most about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.7 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.7 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley depth is about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley depth is at least about 0.02 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley depth is at most about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the dorsal vein valley distance and at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is about 4:1 to about 16:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the dorsal vein valley distance and at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is at least about 4:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the dorsal vein valley distance and at least one of the first dorsal height and the second dorsal height is at most about 16:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and a dorsal vein valley distance is about 1.1:1 to about 2:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and a dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 1.1:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and a dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 2:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein depth is about 0.15 inches to about 0.65 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein depth is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein depth is at most about 0.65 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and the maximum inner width is about 0.2:1 to about 0.7:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and the maximum inner width is at least about 0.2:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the compression region width and the maximum inner width is at most about 0.7:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance is about 0.15 inches to about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance is at most about 0.75 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is about 0.2 inches to about 0.8 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at least about 0.2 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region width is at most about 0.8 inches.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the compression region 240 comprises three or more dorsal vein protrusions, wherein each dorsal vein protrusion is separated from one or more other dorsal vein protrusions by a dorsal vein valley 330, wherein the compression region 240 comprises two or more dorsal vein valleys Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least two of the two or more dorsal vein valleys have the same cross sectional shape. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least two of the three or more dorsal vein protrusions have different cross sectional shapes. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance 350 of each of the two or more dorsal vein valleys are equal. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance 350 of each of the two or more dorsal vein valleys are unequal. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley depths 333 of each of the two or more dorsal vein valleys are equal. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley depths 333 of each of the two or more dorsal vein valleys are unequal.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one three or more dorsal protrusions has a dorsal height of about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one three or more dorsal protrusions has a dorsal height of least about 0.02 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one three or more dorsal protrusions has a dorsal height of at most about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley distance of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is about 0.15 inches to about 0.7 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is at least about 0.15 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley distance of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is at most about 0.7 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a dorsal vein valley depth of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is about 0.02 inches to about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley depth of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is at least about 0.02 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dorsal vein valley depth of at least one of the dorsal vein valleys is at most about 0.08 inches.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusion 231 is configured to interact with the female genitalia during intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusion 231 is configured to stimulate the female genitalia during intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the plurality of friction protrusion 231 is configured to interact with the clitoris during intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the array of the plurality of friction protrusions 231, the cross sectional shape of the plurality of friction protrusions 231, and the friction protrusion height 531 are configured for increased stimulation of the female genitalia during intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the array of the plurality of friction protrusions 231, the cross sectional shape of the plurality of friction protrusions 231, and the friction protrusion height 531 are configured to prevent damage to the female genitalia during intercourse.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment the penile constriction device does not comprise the first dorsal vein protrusion or the second dorsal vein protrusion. As shown in one embodiment, per
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 comprises a frame portion of the first arm, a frame portion of the second arm, and a frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the first arm is rigidly attached the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the second arm is rigidly attached to the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the first arm is flexibly attached to the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the second arm is flexibly attached to the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the first arm is removably attached the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the second arm is removably attached the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the first arm is not rigidly attached to the frame portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame portion of the second arm is not attached the frame portion of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover 1020 comprises a cover portion of the first arm, a cover portion of the second arm, and a cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the first arm is rigidly attached the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the second arm is rigidly attached to the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the first arm is flexibly attached to the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the second arm is flexibly attached to the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the first arm is removably attached the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the second arm is removably attached the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the first arm is not rigidly attached to the cover portion of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover portion of the second arm is not attached the cover portion of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 comprises the compression region, wherein the cover 1020 surrounds the compression region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 does not comprise the compression region, wherein the cover 1020 comprises the compression region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, both the frame 1010 and the cover 1020 comprise the compression region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 comprises the plurality of friction protrusions, wherein the cover 1020 surrounds the plurality of friction protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 does not comprise the plurality of friction protrusions, wherein the cover 1020 comprises the plurality of friction protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, both the frame 1010 and the cover 1020 comprise the plurality of friction protrusions. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile constriction device 1000 comprises an arched rod comprising a cover 1020 without a frame 1010. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile constriction device 1000 comprises an arched rod comprising a frame 1010 without a cover 1020.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least two of the cover portion of the first arm, the cover portion of the second arm, and the cover portion of the bridge have the same cover thickness 1021. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least two of the cover portion of the first arm, the cover portion of the second arm, and the cover portion of the bridge have the different cover thickness 1021. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover thickness 1021 of at least a portion of the cover 1020 corresponds to the frame thickness 1011 of the frame 1010. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 comprises the compression region, wherein the frame thickness 1011 of a portion of the frame 1010 within the compression region is greater than the frame thickness 1011 of a portion of the frame 1010 outside the compression region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame 1010 does not comprise the compression region, wherein the cover 1020 comprises the compression region, and wherein the cover thickness 1021 of a portion of the cover 1020 within the compression region is greater than the cover thickness 1021 of a portion of the cover 1020 outside the compression region. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, both the frame 1010 and the cover 1020 comprise the compression region, wherein the frame thickness 1011 of a portion of the frame 1010 within the compression region is greater than the frame thickness 1011 of a portion of the frame 1010 outside the compression region, and wherein the cover thickness 1021 of a portion of the cover 1020 within the compression region is greater than the cover thickness 1021 of a portion of the cover 1020 outside the compression region.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the frame thickness 1011 and the cover thickness 1021 is about 1:1 to about 5:1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a ratio between the frame thickness 1011 and the cover depth 1022 is about 1:1 to about 10:1.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 comprise the same material. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 comprise different materials. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 is pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 is ductile. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 is pliable and ductile. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 is pliable and not ductile. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 is ductile and not pliable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover 1020 is formed of a material that is safe for prolonged human contact, and which does not irritate or cut the skin the penile area.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the first arm is higher than a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the second arm. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the first arm is less than or equal to the frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the second arm. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the first arm is higher than a frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the bridge. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the first arm is less than or equal to the frame modulus of elasticity of the frame 1010 of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 comprise plastic, silicone, glass, wood, metal, carbon fiber, fiberglass, or any combination thereof. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the cover 1020 and the frame 1010 comprise polyamide, polycarbonate, polyester, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, polystyrene, polyurethanes, polyvinyl chloride, polyvinylidene chloride acrylonitrile butadiene styrene acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyethylene/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyepoxide, polymethyl methacrylate, polytetrafluoroethylene, phenolics melamine formaldehyde urea-formaldehyde, polyetheretherketone, maleimide/bismaleimide, polyetherimide, polyimide, polylactic acid, furan silicone, polysulfone, or any combination thereof.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame thickness is about 0.005 inches to about 0.55 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame thickness is at least about 0.005 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the frame thickness is at most about 0.55 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover thickness is about 0.08 inches to about 0.6 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover thickness is at least about 0.08 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover thickness is at most about 0.6 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover depth is about 0.005 inches to about 0.55 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover depth is at least about 0.005 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cover depth is at most about 0.55 inches.
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Alternatively, the number of first cover manufacturing marks 1121 is optionally about 1 to about 10. Alternatively, the number of second cover manufacturing marks 1122 is optionally about 1 to about 10. Alternatively, the number of third cover manufacturing marks 1123 is optionally about 1 to about 20.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 1400 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is to at least one of a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, a slightly rigid penis, and an erect penis. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is to at least one of a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, a slightly rigid penis, and an erect penis 1300 enables the device to facilitate erection initiation. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is to at least one of a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, a slightly rigid penis, and an erect penis 1300 enables to device 1400 to aid in erection stamina. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is to at least one of a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, a slightly rigid penis, and an erect penis 1300 enables to device 1400 to facilitate erection initiation and erection stamina.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 1400 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure to compress at least one of the girth and the cross section area of a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, a slightly rigid penis, and an erect penis.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of an arched rod 1450 is configured to a compress the penis 1300 against at least one of the first dorsal vein protrusion 1410, the second dorsal vein protrusion 1420, and the dorsal valley 1430. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a compressive force applied to the penis 1300 by at least one of the first dorsal vein protrusion 1410, the second dorsal vein protrusion 1420, and the dorsal valley 1430, constricts blood flowing out of the penis 1300 through at least the superficial dorsal vein 1310 and the deep dorsal vein 1320. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a compressive force applied to the penis 1300 by at least one of the first dorsal vein protrusion 1410, the second dorsal vein protrusion 1420, and the dorsal valley 1430, does not constrict at least one of the dorsal arteries 1350 and the urethra 1340. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 1400 applies pressure to the veins of the penis to reduce blood flow out of the penis. This allows for the pressure to build up in the corpus cavernosa 1370 to achieve and/or maintain an erection. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 1400 has no negative effect on the dorsal nerve 1360.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the constriction gap width of the device 1400 is configured such that an erect or flaccid penis having an erect diameter and a flaccid diameter, respectively, can pass through the constriction gap. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the constriction gap width is configured such that an erect or flaccid penis, having an erect diameter and a flaccid diameter, respectively, can pass through the constriction gap when an opposing force is applied between the first converging end and the second converging end. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 1400 applies pressure to the veins of the penis to reduce blood outflow from the penis. Such outflow allows for the pressure to build up in the corpus cavernosa 1370 to achieve and or maintain an erection. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the device 1400 has no negative effect on the dorsal nerve.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the constriction gap width is configured to impart minimal compressive force on the urethra, when worn on an erect penis. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the constriction height of the device 1400 is configured to impart minimal compressive force on the urethra 1340, when worn on an erect penis. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the constriction height is configured to impart maximal compressive force on the deep arteries 1330, on an erect or a flaccid penis having an erect diameter and a flaccid diameter, respectively. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the maximum inner width of the device 1400, is configured to impart minimal or negligible compressive force on the deep arteries 1330, the urethra 1340, and the dorsal nerves 1360 of an erect or a flaccid penis having an erect diameter and a flaccid diameter, respectively. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the inferior height is configured to impart a significant compressive force on at least one of the superficial dorsal vein 1310 and the deep dorsal vein 1320. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the thickness of the device 1400 is configured to provide at least one of a sufficient elasticity, rigidity, and pliability to enable the device 1400 to provide a specific pressure against an erect or a flaccid penis having an erect diameter and a flaccid diameter, respectively.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal vein protrusion 1410, the second dorsal vein protrusion 1420, and the dorsal valley 1430 are configured to apply no force, or a minimal force to at least one of the dorsal arteries 1350 and the urethra 1340. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to apply a non-uniform pressure to the penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to apply a selective non-uniform pressure to the penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is configured to allow at least one of blood and seminal fluids to flow into the penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is configured to allow a user to perform Kegel exercises to increase blood flow into the penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure is configured to maintain the health of at least one of cells, arteries, and veins within the penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to apply a greater or equal pressure to the penis 1300 at the compression region than by at least one of the first arm and the second arm. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to apply less pressure to the penis 1300 at the compression region than by at least one of the first arm and the second arm.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the dorsal vein valley distance, the compression region width, the first dorsal height, the second dorsal height, the maximum inner width, the constriction distance, and the constriction gap are configured to constrict blood flowing out of the penis 1300 through at least the superficial dorsal vein 1310 and the deep dorsal vein 1320. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the dorsal vein valley distance, the compression region width, the first dorsal height, the second dorsal height, and the constriction gap are configured to apply no force, or a minimal force to at least one of the dorsal arteries 1350 and the urethra 1340. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the dorsal vein valley distance, the compression region width, the first dorsal height, the second dorsal height, the maximum inner width, the constriction distance, and the constriction gap are configured to constricts blood flowing out of the penis 1300 through at least the superficial dorsal vein 1310 and the deep dorsal vein 1320 and to apply no force, or a minimal force to at least one of the dorsal arteries 1350 and the urethra 1340.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the elasticity of at least one of the first arm, the second arm, and the bridge enables the device 1400 to provide continuous pressure on both a flaccid and erect penis 1300. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the pliability of at least one of the first arm, the second arm, and the bridge enables the device 1400 to provide continuous pressure on flaccid penis 1300 as it becomes erect.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure that compresses at least one of the girth of the penis 1300 and the cross section area of the penis 1300 by at least about 10%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure that compresses at least one of the girth of the penis 1300 and the cross section area of the penis 1300 by at most about 60%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure that compresses at least one of the girth of the penis 1300 and the cross section area of the penis 1300 by about 10% to about 60%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure that compresses at least one of the girth of the penis 1300 and the cross section area of the penis 1300 by about 15% to about 45%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to provide at least one of the non-uniform pressure and the selective non-uniform pressure that compresses at least one of the girth of the penis 1300 and the cross section area of the penis 1300 by about 37%.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the negligible or minimal force applied by the device 100 on the dorsal arteries 1350 allows blood and oxygen to flow into the penis 13001300, with or without the aid of Kegel exercises, which prevents damage to the cells of the penis 13001300 and to ensure their ability to achieve an erection. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the negligible or minimal force applied by the device 100 on the urethra 1340 enables the release of pre-seminal fluid that act as a lubricant during sexual intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the negligible or minimal force applied by the device 100 on the urethra 1340 prevents injaculation or retrograde ejaculation, wherein a blockage within the seminal vesicle causes semen to flow backwards into the bladder. Such injaculation causes infertility, by damaging the perineum, nerves, and blood vessels within the male reproductive system. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first elbow 214 and the second elbow 224 are configured to prevent abrasion or lacerations of the penis 1300.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the shape and elasticity of the device 100 is configured to avoid inhibiting male pleasure during intercourse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first dorsal vein protrusion, the second dorsal vein protrusion, and the dorsal valley are configured to prevent rotation of the device 100 about the penis 1300.
Penile Constriction Systems
Penile Constriction Bands
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, at least one of the first arm 210, the second arm 220, the first converging end 212, the second converging end 222, first elbow 214, and the second elbow 224 of the arched rod device 100 is configured to couple to a band 1500. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the arched rod 250 does not comprise the band 1500. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile constriction device 100 does not comprise the band 1500.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to removably attach, temporarily attach, or both to the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is rigidly attached to the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is separate and distinct from the device. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is not rigidly attached to the device. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is removably attached to the first converging end, the second converging end, or the bridge of the device 100.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to impart a compressive force between the first converging 212 and the second converging 212 of the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to impart a compressive force between the first elbow 214 and the second elbow 224 of the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to impart a compressive force between the first converging 212 and the second elbow 224 of the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to impart a compressive force between the second converging 212 and the first elbow 214 of the device 100.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is configured to provide increased penile compressive force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile compressive force compresses the cross section area of the penis by at least about 10%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile compressive force compresses the cross section area of the penis by at most about 60%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile compressive force compresses the cross section area of the penis by about 10% to about 60%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile compressive force compresses the cross section area of the penis by about 37%. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the increased penile compressive force prevents the device 100 from rotating or translating from its originally worn position during intercourse.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is elastic. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is inelastic. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 is rigid. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band 1500 comprises a spring, a loop, a cam, a hook or any combination thereof. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein are soft to the touch and/or non-abrasive. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein are non-allergenic. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein are formed from a material that is washable. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein have a sufficient tensile strength to prevent breaking or tearing when installing the band between the first elbow and the second elbow of the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein have a sufficient modulus of elasticity such that the band can be stretched by hand over first converging end and the second converging end and onto the first elbow and the second elbow of the device 100. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein have a sufficient durometer to prevent breaking or tearing during over-extension and frequent reuse. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a surface of the bands herein have a texture that prevents the bands from sliding off the device 100.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein are formed from a thermoplastic elastomer. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band comprises rubber, plastic, metal, wood, silicone, Kevlar, string, fabric, or any combination thereof. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band comprises plastic, glass, wood, metal, carbon fiber, fiberglass, or any combination thereof. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band comprises polyamide, polycarbonate, polyester, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, polystyrene, polyurethanes, polyvinyl chloride, polyvinylidene chloride acrylonitrile butadiene styrene acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyethylene/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyepoxide, polymethyl methacrylate, polytetrafluoroethylene, phenolics melamine formaldehyde urea-formaldehyde, polyetheretherketone, maleimide/bismaleimide, polyetherimide, polyimide, polylactic acid, furan silicone, polysulfone, or any combination thereof. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands herein are not formed from PVC, latex, phthalates, or any combination thereof.
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As shown, the primary band 1500 has a depth 1501 measured from a front surface to a back surface of the primary band 1500. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the depth 1501 is measured as a minimum depth, a maximum depth, or an average depth. As shown, the hoop 1510 and the tabs 1520A 1520B have equal depths 1501. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a depth 1501 of the hoop 1510 is greater than a depth 1501 of the tabs 1520A 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, a depth 1501 of the hoop 1510 is less than a depth 1501 of the tabs 1520A 1520B.
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As shown, the hoop 1510 of the primary band 1500 has an outer diameter 1503. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the outer diameter 1503 is measured as a maximum, an average, or a minimum outer diameter of the hoop 1510. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the outer diameter 1503 is measured as a maximum, an average, or a minimum outer diameter of a portion of the hoop 1510 not connected to the tabs 1520A 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the outer diameter 1503 is measured when the primary band 1500 is at rest and not applied to the device.
Also as shown, the tabs 1520A 1520B have a tab thickness 1504 measured as a distance between opposing faces of each of the tabs 1520A 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the tab thickness 1504 is measured as a maximum, an average, or a minimum thickness of the tabs 1520A 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first tab 1520A and the second tab 1520B have the same the tab thickness 1504. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first tab 1520A has a greater tab thickness 1504 than the second tab 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the first tab 1520A has a smaller tab thickness 1504 than the second tab 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the tab thickness 1504 is uniform from a distal edge to a proximal edge of the tabs 1520A 1520B. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the tab thickness 1504 is measured when the primary band 1500 is at rest and not applied to the device.
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the primary band 1500 comprises a high tension primary band 1500A. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the primary band 1500 comprises a low tension primary band 1500B.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension primary band 1500A has one or more of a depth 1501 of about 0.1 inches to about 0.4 inches, a width 1502 of about 0.7 inches to about 1.0 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of about 0.2 inches to about 0.6 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of about 0.05 inches to about 0.1 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of about 0.05 inches to about 0.1 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension primary band 1500A has one or more of a depth 1501 of at least about 0.1 inches, a width 1502 of at least about 0.7 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of at least about 0.2 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of at least about 0.05 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of at least about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension primary band 1500A has a depth 1501 of at most about 0.4 inches, a width 1502 of at most about 1.0 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of at most about 0.6 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of at most about 0.1 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of at about 0.1 inches.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the low tension primary band 1500B has a depth 1501 of about 0.1 inches to about 0.4 inches, a width 1502 of about 0.8 inches to about 1.4 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of about 0.4 inches to about 1.5 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of about 0.05 inches to about 0.1 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of about 0.05 inches to about 0.1 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the low tension primary band 1500B has a depth 1501 of at least about 0.1 inches, a width 1502 of at least about 0.8 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of at least about 0.4 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of at least about 0.05 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of at least about 0.05 inches. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the low tension primary band 1500B has a depth 1501 of at most about 0.4 inches, a width 1502 of at most about 1.4 inches, an outer diameter 1503 of at most about 1.5 inches, a tab thickness 1504 of at most about 0.05 inches to about 0.1 inches, and a hoop thickness 1505 of at most about 0.1 inches.
Methods for Using the Penile Constriction Devices Herein
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Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises applying a force between the first terminus and the second terminus of the device 100 to increase a constriction gap between the first converging end and the second converging end, and passing the penis through the constriction gap. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises applying a force between the first coupling end and the second coupling end to increase the constriction gap.
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Methods for Selecting a Penile Constriction Device
Additionally, provided herein, is a method for selecting a penile constriction device.
To ensure proper fit for a wide range of human anatomies, devices herein can be configured with an array of dimensions and shapes. Table 1, above, shows that penile anatomical dimensions can be categorized into four groups to allow for easy selection of the proper sized device by a user. As the devices provided herein are flexible and configured to impart a pressure force against a portion of the erect or flaccid penis, the recommended size and shape for a particular user correlates to the size of their particular anatomy, as well as the severity of their erectile dysfunction conditions.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises at least one of a user and a medical practitioner measuring at least one of a circular diameter and a girth of a user's erect or flaccid penis, and selecting a penile constriction device associated with at least one of the circular diameter and the girth of a user's penis according to the information provided in Table 1. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises the user estimating or measuring the size of their erect or flaccid penis as belonging to two or more general sizes, and selecting a penile constriction device associated with the general size. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method further comprises the user trying the selected penile construction device to confirm a proper fit and comfortability. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method further comprises the user trying the selected penile construction device and the band to confirm a proper fit and comfortability. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, trying the selected penile construction device to confirm a proper fit and comfortability comprises confirming that the penile construction device does not freely rotate about at least one of the user's flaccid penis, and the user's erect penis. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, trying the selected penile constriction device to confirm a proper fit and comfortability comprises performing vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse, oral sex, or masturbation with the device installed.
Methods for Selecting a Penile Constriction Band
Additionally, provided herein, is a method for selecting a band for a penile constriction device. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises selecting a low tension band or a high tension band. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises trying on the device with the low tension band and replacing the low tension band with the high tension band if the device significantly shifts during intercourse with the low tension band is employed. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method comprises trying on the device with the high tension band and replacing the high tension band with the low tension band if the device is uncomfortable with the high tension band employed. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the method further comprises selecting a size of the low tension band or the high tension band based on the device size.
Methods for Using the Penile Constriction Band Herein
Further provided herein, are methods for using the bands herein. In one embodiment, the method comprises a user pinching the first tab between two of their fingers of a first hand, pinching the second tab between two of their fingers of a second hand, and inserting the first converging end and the second converging end of the device herein into the hoop of the band, such that the band rests between the first elbow and the second elbow of the device. In one embodiment, the method comprises a user pinching the first tab between two of their fingers of a first hand, pinching the second tab between two of their fingers of a second hand, inserting the first converging end of the device herein into the hoop of the band, and inserting the second converging end of the device herein into the hoop of the band, such that the band rests between the first elbow and the second elbow of the device. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the two fingers comprise a thumb and a pointer finger. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is installed onto the device while the user wears the device. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is installed onto the device while the user is not wearing the device.
Kits Comprising a Penile Constriction Device
Finally, provided herein is a kit comprising a penile constriction device and instructions for using the device to alleviate erectile dysfunction (ED). Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile constriction device comprises an arched rod comprising: a first arm comprising a first coupling end and a first converging end having a first terminus; a second arm comprising a second coupling end, and a second converging end having a second terminus disconnected from the first terminus, wherein the first converging end and the second converging end converge to form a constriction region; and a bridge connecting the first coupling end to the second coupling end, the bridge comprising a plurality of friction protrusions on a superior side of the bridge, and a compression region rising inferiorly from an inferior side of the bridge.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the kit further comprises at least one of: a box, a low tension band, a high tension band, printed Instructions for Use, and “Date Night” content series. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the band is configured to attach to the first coupling end and the second coupling end to provide increased penile compressive force. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the box comprises a label. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the container comprises a plurality of segments. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the measuring tool comprises at least one of a ruler, a tape, a jig, and a caliper. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the cleaning element comprises an alcohol pad, a wet pad, alcohol, or any combination thereof.
In one example a 1-Pack kit is assembled by:
In one example a 2-Pack kit is assembled by:
In one example a 3-Pack kit is assembled by:
In one example a 4-Pack kit is assembled by:
In some embodiments, the instruction booklet, per
About your ED Device
Intended Use
Manual Safety Release
Pliable Materials
Shape & Surface Design
Instructions for Use
Important: Read these instructions before using your device
How to Clean the Device
Warnings
Delayed Diagnosis of Other Conditions
Use with Impaired Pain Perception
Use with Decreased Hand Strength
Precautions
Alternative treatment methods for erectile dysfunction include counseling, drug therapy, hormonal therapy, vascular surgery, and implanted prosthetic devices. Contact your physician for more information regarding these alternative treatments. In some embodiments, the kit may further include further instructions to treat erectile dysfunction through, per
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the number of penile constriction devices is 1 to 500. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the penile constriction devices comprises two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of penile constriction devices. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of penile constriction devices are color coded. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of penile constriction devices are labeled. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of penile constriction devices enable a user to select a device that functions best, is most comfortable, and most optimally corresponds with the size, shape, and biology of their penis.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the number of bands is 1 to 500. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the bands comprises two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of bands. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of bands are color coded. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of bands are labeled. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, two or more different sizes, models or and/or shapes of bands enable a user to customize the compressive force imparted by the device onto the penis that is most optimal for with the size, shape, and biology of their penis.
Current Penile Construction Devices
Further, because the prior art Encore Tension Band has a circular penile cavity 2000, and as the cross sectional shape of the human penis is elliptical, the majority of the uniform pressure applied by the Encore Tension Band is directed towards the deep arteries 1830, which bring blood into the penis to maintain an erection.
Additionally, because the prior art Encore Tension Band is fully elastic and configured to provide a uniform penile pressure, it is only effective when worn on an erect penis, and is ineffective when worn on a flaccid penis, a slightly flaccid penis, or a slightly rigid penis. As such, the prior art Encore Tension Band is incapable of facilitating erection initiation.
Unless otherwise defined, all technical terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs.
As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Any reference to “or” herein is intended to encompass “and/or” unless otherwise stated.
As used herein, the term “about” refers to an amount that is at the stated amount or near the stated amount by 25%, 20%, 15%, 10%, 5%, 2%, or 1%, including increments therein. When the amount is a percentage, the term “about” means a range around the given amount, e.g. about 10% refers to 10%+/−1% (i.e. 9%-11%), or 10%+/−2% (i.e. 8%-12%), etc. depending on the embodiment and amount.
As used herein, the term “mesial” refers to a longitudinal direction or relation towards the center.
As used herein, the term “transverse” refers to a longitudinal direction or relation away from the center.
As used herein, the term “apex” refers to a point of inflection in one or more directions.
As used herein, the term “normal” refers to perpendicularity in one or more directions.
As used herein, the term “curvilinear” refers to a shape comprising one or more curves.
As used herein, the term “girth” refers to a circumference of a portion of a male human penis.
As used herein, the term “circular diameter” refers to an outer width, e.g. a transverse width, of a portion of a male human penis.
The following illustrative examples are representative of embodiments of the applications, systems, and methods described herein and are not meant to be limiting in any way. Optionally, in other embodiments, each of the following examples can additionally include any of the aforementioned embodiments and elements.
Provided herein, per
A cross-sectional area of a penis may be defined as the cross sectional area within the circumference of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the girth of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the circular diameter of a flaccid or erect penis. Exemplary cross sectional areas are shown in Tables 10 and 11. A cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at the intersection of the device 600 and the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at a point on the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a non-uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. The cross-sectional constriction percentage imparted by the first penile constriction device 600 on a penis of general size A, per Table 1, is shown in Table 3 below.
In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 3, represent the minimum and maximum cross sectional constrictions recommended for use of the first penile constriction device 600 on a flaccid penis or an erect penis, respectively. In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 3, and the dimensions of the first penile constriction device 600 (Size S), per Table 3, indicate the recommended penis size dimensions, per Table 10 or 11 below. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the friction protrusions. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the first dorsal vein protrusion or the second dorsal vein protrusion. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the friction protrusions, the first dorsal vein protrusion, or second dorsal vein protrusion.
Provided herein, per
A cross-sectional area of a penis may be defined as the cross sectional area within the circumference of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the girth of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the circular diameter of a flaccid or erect penis. Exemplary cross sectional areas are shown in Tables 10 and 11. A cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at the intersection of the device 600 and the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at a point on the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a non-uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. The cross-sectional constriction percentage imparted by the second penile constriction device 700 on a penis of general size B, per Table 1, is shown in Table 5 below.
In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 5, represent the minimum and maximum cross sectional constrictions recommended for use of the second penile constriction device 700 on a flaccid penis or an erect penis, respectively. In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 5, and the dimensions of the second penile constriction device 700 (Size M), per Table 5, indicate the recommended penis size dimensions, per Table 10 or 11 below. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the friction protrusions. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the first dorsal vein protrusion or the second dorsal vein protrusion. In some embodiments, the first penile constriction device 600 does not comprise the friction protrusions, the first dorsal vein protrusion, or second dorsal vein protrusion.
Provided herein, per
A cross-sectional area of a penis may be defined as the cross sectional area within the circumference of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the girth of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the circular diameter of a flaccid or erect penis. Exemplary cross sectional areas are shown in Tables 10 and 11. A cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at the intersection of the device 600 and the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at a point on the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a non-uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. The cross-sectional constriction percentage imparted by the third penile constriction device 800 on a penis of general size C, per Table 1, is shown in Table 7 below.
In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 7, represent the minimum and maximum cross sectional constrictions recommended for use of the third penile constriction device 800 on a flaccid penis or an erect penis, respectively. In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 7, and the dimensions of the third penile constriction device 800 (Size L), per Table 7, indicate the recommended penis size dimensions, per Table 10 or 12 below. In some embodiments, the third penile constriction device 800 does not comprise the friction protrusions. In some embodiments, the third penile constriction device 800 does not comprise the first dorsal vein protrusion or the second dorsal vein protrusion. In some embodiments, the third penile constriction device 800 does not comprise the friction protrusions, the first dorsal vein protrusion, or second dorsal vein protrusion.
Provided herein, per
A cross-sectional area of a penis may be defined as the cross sectional area within the circumference of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the girth of a flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional area is defined as the area of a circle having a diameter equal to the circular diameter of a flaccid or erect penis. Exemplary cross sectional areas are shown in Tables 10 and 11. A cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at the intersection of the device 600 and the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. Alternatively, the cross-sectional constriction percentage is defined as a percentage by which the cross-sectional area of the flaccid or erect penis at a point on the flaccid or erect penis is reduced when the device 600 is worn on the flaccid or erect penis. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. In some embodiments, the flaccid and erect cross-sectional constriction percentages represent a non-uniform cross-sectional constriction of the flaccid penis and the erect penis, respectively. The cross-sectional constriction percentage imparted by the fourth penile constriction device 900 on a penis of general size D, per Table 1, is shown in Table 9 below.
In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 9, represent the minimum and maximum cross sectional constrictions recommended for use of the fourth penile constriction device 900 on a flaccid penis or an erect penis, respectively. In some cases, the minimum and maximum cross sectional constriction percentages per Table 9, and the dimensions of the fourth penile constriction device 900 (Size XL), per Table 8, indicate the recommended penis size dimensions, per Table 10 or 11 below. In some embodiments, the fourth penile constriction device 900 does not comprise the friction protrusions. In some embodiments, the fourth penile constriction device 900 does not comprise the first dorsal vein protrusion or the second dorsal vein protrusion. In some embodiments, the fourth penile constriction device 900 does not comprise the friction protrusions, the first dorsal vein protrusion, or second dorsal vein protrusion.
Although the exemplary, first, second, third, and fourth penile constriction devices 600700800900 may be formed to different sizes, each exemplary device can include any of the elements in one or more of the embodiments herein.
As described in the examples above, the exemplary second, third, fourth, and fifth penile constriction devices 600, 700, 800, 900, respectively, alternatively denoted das sizes S, M, L, and XL, respectively may be generally prescribed to alleviate erectile dysfunction in males with a general penis size of A, B, C, and D, respectively. However, if a greater cross-sectional constriction percentage than those listed in Tables 3, 5, 7, and 9 is required to alleviate a severe ED condition, the S, M, L, and XL, devices may be prescribed per Table 10 below.
Further, Table 10 can be employed as a template for a user to select the correct exemplary constriction device based on their general penis size and the severity of their ED condition.
Sam does not have ED, but wants to purchase an ED device to enhance his erection. However, Sam does not know which size ED device is appropriate for his situation. Sam reads the sizing recommendations per Table 10 above and sees that the table provides a range of penis sizes for different categories that correspond to different sizes. Measuring the girth of his erect penis, Sam learns that his erect penis falls within the range of a Min. and Max. for a general penis size “C”. Sam visits his local store and purchases a Size L device. When he goes home, he finds out that the Size L device is a perfect fit. Because of the table, Sam does not have to guess which device is appropriate for his situation.
Joe has been experiencing mild signs of erectile dysfunction and decides to buy an ED device. Joe measures the girth of his flaccid and erect penis as 3.5 inches and 4.5 inches, respectively, using a tape measure. Joe references the sizing recommendations chart, per Table 10 above, to determine that his general penis size is size “B” and that, as his ED symptoms are mild, he should purchase a Size M ED device. Joe purchases the Size M ED device, which comes with a tension band separately so the Size M ED device and tension bands are two separate pieces. Joe fits the Size M ED device along with the tension band, which alleviates his mild ED symptoms.
As Joe ages his mild ED symptoms exacerbate and become severe. Joe references the user manual to determine that, as his symptoms have worsened, the use of a Size S ED device is now recommended. Joe purchases the Size 1 ED devices, which comes with a tension band separately. Joe opts to fit the Size S ED device without the tension band and finds that the Size 1 ED device alleviates his severe ED symptoms.
Tom has been experiencing severe signs of erectile dysfunction and decides to buy an ED device. Tom measures the circular diameter of his flaccid and erect penis as 1.2 inches and 1.5 inches, respectively, using a ruler. Tom references the sizing recommendations chart, per Table 10 above, to determine that his general penis size is size “C” and that, as his ED symptoms are severe, he should purchase a Size M ED device. Tom purchases the Size M ED device, which comes with a tension band attached so the Size M ED device and tension band is one piece. The Size M ED device fits Tom well and alleviates his severe ED symptoms.
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the dimensions of the primary band, per
Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, as the dimensions of the high tension band 1500A are smaller than the dimensions of the low tension band 1500B, the high tension band 1500A imparts a greater force when applied on the devices herein. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension band 1500A high tension band 1500A high tension band 1500A and the low tension band 1500B are formed of the same material. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension band 1500A and the low tension band 1500B are formed of different materials. Optionally, in this or any other embodiment, the high tension band 1500A are formed of a material having a higher modulus of elasticity than the material of the low tension band 1500B.
After measuring his flaccid and erect penis, Paul determines that his general penis size is size “D” and that, as his ED symptoms are mild, he should purchase a Size XL ED device. However, during intercourse, the size XL ED device rotates and translates from its initial position on his penis such that the efficacy of the XL ED device is diminished. Paul then pinches each tab of a high tension band that arrived with his XL ED device, and applies tension on the band while inserting the elbows of his XL ED band into the hoop of the band. Wearing his XL ED device with the high tension band placed thereon Paul finds that the device maintains its position and orientation during intercourse, but is uncomfortably tight. As such, Paul pinches the tabs of the high tension band and applies tension to the high tension band to remove the high tension band from his XL ED device. Paul then replaces the high tension band with a low tension band in the same way he attached the high tension band to his XL ED device. Now during intercourse, his XL ED device is comfortable and maintains its position and efficacy.
After measuring his flaccid and erect penis, Gary determines that his general penis size is size “D” and that, as his ED symptoms are severe, he should purchase a Size L ED device. However, during intercourse, his size L ED device rotates and translates from its initial position on his penis such that the efficacy of his size L ED device is diminished. Gary then pinches each tab of a low tension band that arrived with his size L ED device, and applies tension on the band while inserting the elbows of his size LED band into the hoop of the band. Wearing his size L ED device with the low tension band placed thereon Gary experiences an improved efficacy but notices that his size L ED device rotates and translates slightly from its initial position on his penis. As such, Gary pinches the tabs of the low tension band and applies tension to the low tension band to remove the low tension band from his size L ED device. Gary then replaces the low tension band with a high tension band in the same way he attached the low tension band to his size L ED device. Now during intercourse, his size L ED device is maintaining its position and provides its full efficacy.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/846,572, filed May 10, 2019, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/933,930, filed Nov. 11, 2019 which are hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety herein.
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