U.S. patent application number 14/062463 was filed with the patent office on 2014-05-01 for wearable medical storage device.
The applicant listed for this patent is Michael Colone, Daniel Epple, Michael Joseph Jurek, David Muta. Invention is credited to Michael Colone, Daniel Epple, Michael Joseph Jurek, David Muta.
Application Number | 20140117060 14/062463 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 50546067 |
Filed Date | 2014-05-01 |
United States Patent
Application |
20140117060 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Colone; Michael ; et
al. |
May 1, 2014 |
WEARABLE MEDICAL STORAGE DEVICE
Abstract
A wristband assembly according to the present disclosure
includes a body including one or more chambers formed therein and a
cap retainer disposed adjacent to the chamber opening. The assembly
further includes a cap including a cap seat and a protrusion
extending from the cap opposite the cap seat, where the cap seat
interfaces with the cap retainer, and the cap seals the chamber
from the environment. In at least one embodiment, a body is a
flexible material. In at least one embodiment, the assembly
includes multiple caps. In at least one embodiment, a cap includes
a tab. In at least one embodiment, a cap includes a protrusion that
is round. In at least one embodiment, a hinge attaches the cap to
the body. In at least one embodiment, a cap protrusion may
substantially conform or enclose a pill, tablet, blister packet, or
other form of medication.
Inventors: |
Colone; Michael; (Fort
Wayne, IN) ; Epple; Daniel; (Fort Wayne, IN) ;
Muta; David; (Indianapolis, IN) ; Jurek; Michael
Joseph; (Dayton, OH) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Colone; Michael
Epple; Daniel
Muta; David
Jurek; Michael Joseph |
Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne
Indianapolis
Dayton |
IN
IN
IN
OH |
US
US
US
US |
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Family ID: |
50546067 |
Appl. No.: |
14/062463 |
Filed: |
October 24, 2013 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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61718586 |
Oct 25, 2012 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
224/219 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A44C 5/003 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
224/219 |
International
Class: |
A44C 5/00 20060101
A44C005/00 |
Claims
1. A wristband comprising: a body including one or more chambers
formed therein and a cap retainer disposed adjacent to the chamber
opening; and a cap including a cap seat and a protrusion extending
from the cap opposite the cap seat, wherein the cap seat interfaces
with the cap retainer, and the cap seals the chamber from the
environment.
2. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the body comprises a flexible
material.
3. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the body varies in thickness
along its length.
4. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the body has one or more
apertures therethrough along its length.
5. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the body has an interior
surface that is substantially smooth.
6. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the wristband further
comprises multiple caps.
7. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the protrusion is round.
8. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the protrusion is oval.
9. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the cap includes a plurality
of protrusions.
10. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the cap substantially
conforms to the chamber.
11. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the cap is attached to the
body with a hinge.
12. The wristband of claim 1, wherein the protrusion substantially
conforms to the shape of a pill, tablet, blister packet, or other
form of medication.
13. A wristband comprising: a body including one or more chambers
formed therein and a recessed groove at or near the chamber
opening; and a cap including a covering base, a protrusion
extending from the cap opposite the covering base, and a tab
extending from the cap, wherein the cap seals the chamber from the
environment.
14. The wristband of claim 13, wherein the body comprises a
flexible material.
15. The wristband of claim 13, wherein the cap is attached to the
body with a hinge.
16. The wristband of claim 13, wherein the protrusion comprises a
sealing ridge and the sealing ridge substantially conforms to the
recessed groove.
17. The wristband of claim 13, wherein the protrusion substantially
encloses a form of medication.
18. A wristband comprising: a body including one or more chambers
formed therein, a groove within the chamber, and a lip disposed
adjacent to the chamber opening; and a cap including a cap seat, a
flange extending from the cap seat, a container protrusion defining
a cavity and extending from the cap opposite the cap seat, and a
ridge extending from the container protrusion, wherein the flange
interfaces with the lip, the ridge interfaces with the groove
within the chamber, and the cap seals the chamber from the
environment.
19. The wristband of claim 19, wherein the cavity substantially
conforms to a medication.
20. The wristband of claim 20, where the body and cap are a
flexible material.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application is a non-provisional application of, and
claims priority to, U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No.
61/718,586 filed Oct. 25, 2012, which is herein incorporated by
reference in its entirety.
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0002] The present disclosure generally relates to medical tablet
containers and, more particularly, to wearable medicine storage
devices.
BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0003] Certain medications must be carried with a patient in order
to prevent a serious medical issue. Traditionally, patients have
been forced to carry large bottles, loose pills, or blister packs
with them in order to possess the medication when needed. It can be
difficult for a patient to keep track of their medication,
especially if it is infrequently used. Further, when doing rigorous
activities, such as athletics, or sports it presents a difficult
challenge for the patient to keep medication accessible during
these activities, yet this time may be when it is needed most.
[0004] Previously, there have been smaller containers that may be
attached to keys or other items in order to carry a small dose or
tablet of medication with a patient for emergency use. Such
containers can be impractical because of the difficulty of carrying
keys during a workout or other activities. Additionally, when a
patient may need their medication during an emergency, the patient
may be unable to communicate the presence of medication on their
keys or other area.
[0005] Therefore, there is a need for improved wearable medication
storage devices that can be kept within easy reach of a patient and
enable proper dosing in an emergency.
SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0006] The present disclosure includes disclosure of embodiments of
a wristband. In at least one embodiment, a wristband according to
the present disclosure comprises a body including one or more
chambers formed therein and a cap retainer disposed adjacent to the
chamber opening; and a cap including a cap seat and a protrusion
extending from the cap opposite the cap seat, wherein the cap seat
interfaces with the cap retainer, and the cap seals the chamber
from the environment. In at least embodiment, a wristband according
to the present disclosure comprises a body that is a flexible
material. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the
present disclosure comprises a body that varies in thickness along
its length. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the
present disclosure comprises a body has one or more apertures
therethrough along its length. In at least embodiment, a wristband
according to the present disclosure comprises a body with an
interior surface that is substantially smooth.
[0007] In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the present
disclosure a wristband includes multiple caps. In at least
embodiment, a wristband according to the present disclosure
comprises a cap with a round protrusion. In at least embodiment, a
wristband according to the present disclosure comprises a cap with
an oval protrusion. In at least embodiment, a wristband according
to the present disclosure comprises a cap with a plurality of
protrusions. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the
present disclosure comprises a cap that substantially conforms to
the chamber in the wristband. In at least embodiment, a wristband
according to the present disclosure comprises a cap attached to a
body with a hinge. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to
the present disclosure comprises a cap with a protrusion that
substantially conforms to the shape of a pill, tablet, blister
packet, or other form of medication.
[0008] The present disclosure includes disclosure of embodiments of
a wristband. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the
present disclosure comprises a body including one or more chambers
formed therein and a recessed groove at or near the chamber
opening; and a cap including a covering base, a protrusion
extending from the cap opposite the covering base, and a tab
extending from the cap, wherein the cap seals the chamber from the
environment. In at least embodiment, the wristband comprises a body
that is a flexible material. In at least embodiment, the wristband
comprises cap attached to the body with a hinge. In at least
embodiment, the wristband comprises a sealing ridge extending from
a protrusion, which extends from a cap and the sealing ridge
substantially conforms to the recessed groove at or near the
chamber opening of the body. In at least embodiment, the wristband
comprises a protrusion extending from a cap which substantially
encloses a form of medication.
[0009] The present disclosure includes disclosure of embodiments of
a wristband. In at least embodiment, a wristband according to the
present disclosure comprises a body including one or more chambers
formed therein, a groove within the chamber, and a lip disposed
adjacent to the chamber opening; and a cap including a cap seat, a
flange extending from the cap seat, a container protrusion defining
a cavity and extending from the cap opposite the cap seat, and a
ridge extending from the container protrusion, wherein the flange
interfaces with the lip, the ridge interfaces with the groove
within the chamber, and the cap seals the chamber from the
environment. In at least embodiment, a wristband comprises a cavity
within the cap that substantially conforms to a medication. In at
least embodiment, a wristband comprises a body and a cap that are a
flexible material.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] The features and advantages of this disclosure, and the
manner of attaining them, will be more apparent and better
understood by reference to the following descriptions of the
disclosed methods and systems, taken in conjunction with the
accompanying drawings. The components in the figures are not
necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon
illustrating the principles of the disclosure. Moreover, in the
figures like referenced numerals designate corresponding parts
throughout the different views, but not all reference numerals are
shown in each of the figures.
[0011] FIG. 1 is a cutaway side view of a chambered wristband and
cap according to the present disclosure;
[0012] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a chambered wristband
according to the present disclosure;
[0013] FIG. 3 is a detailed perspective view of a chambered
wristband chamber according to the present disclosure;
[0014] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a cap according to the
present disclosure;
[0015] FIG. 5 is a cutaway side view of a chambered wristband
according to the present disclosure;
[0016] FIG. 6 is a detailed perspective view of a chambered
wristband chamber according to the present disclosure;
[0017] FIG. 7 is a detailed perspective view of a chambered
wristband cap according to the present disclosure;
[0018] FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a cap according to the
present disclosure;
[0019] FIG. 9 is a detailed view of a chambered wristband cap
according to the present disclosure;
[0020] FIG. 10 is a detailed perspective view of a chambered
wristband cap according to the present disclosure; and
[0021] FIG. 11 is an alternative perspective detailed view of a cap
according to the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DISCLOSED EMBODIMENTS
[0022] The present application discloses various embodiments of a
chambered wristband and methods for using and constructing the
same. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a
chambered wristband is disclosed having a cavity for storage of
medical pills, tablets, capsules, and other medication.
[0023] The chambered wristband may be used as a wearable bracelet
to store pills (such as aspirin), tablets, capsules, and other
forms of medication. Aspects of the disclosed wristband may
facilitate use in a variety of situations by a variety of persons.
In an emergency situation, the chambered wristband may enable a
user immediate access to aspirin, glucose tablets, or other
medication. The size and profile of the chambered wristband enable
a user to wear the chambered wristband in active motion or
non-active motion activities. The chambered wristband may appeal to
runners, travelers, outdoorsmen, athletes, military, or workplace
wear. For example, if a runner were to have a heart attack, the
chambered wristband could provide immediate access to aspirin
without the need to carry around a pill bottle, bulky container, or
loose blister pack. Similarly, the chambered wristband could
provide immediate access to a glucose tablet to a hypoglycemic
individual with minimal disruption or burden to the user in their
activities.
[0024] For the purposes of promoting an understanding of the
principles of the disclosure, reference will now be made to the
embodiments illustrated in the drawings and specific language will
be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood
that no limitation of the scope of the disclosure is thereby
intended, and alterations and modifications in the illustrated
systems, and further applications of the principles of the
disclosure as illustrated therein are herein contemplated as would
normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the disclosure
relates.
[0025] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 1, a chambered wristband 100 may
include a body 101 with a chamber 105 disposed within. The body 101
may include a cap retainer 104 including a retention lip 114
adapted to secure a cap 106. The cap 106 may be inserted into and
seal the chamber 105. The cap 106 may include a cap seat 107 which
mates with the cap retainer 104 and may be secured by the retention
lip 114. The cap 106 may include a storage cavity retaining
structure 109 that may define a storage cavity 108. The storage
cavity retaining structure 109 may include a storage cavity seal
110 that may seal the chamber 105. The cap 106 may be inserted from
a body interior surface 111 or the cap 106 may be inserted from the
outer, side, or exterior surface of the chambered wristband 100.
When the cap 106 is inserted into the chambered wristband 105, the
storage cavity 108 may remain within the chambered wristband 100
and the chamber 105. FIG. 1 illustrates one possible location of
the chamber 105, within the chambered wristband 100 wherein pills,
tablets, blister packs, and other medication may be stored.
[0026] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 2, the chambered wristband 100
may include the body 101 in the shape of a band to encircle the
wrist of the user and secure the chambered wristband 100 to the
user. The body 101 may be made to be comfortable to the user while
securing chambered wristband 100 to the user. In at least one
embodiment, the body 101 may be made of flexible material and may
enable stretching, expansion, or contraction of the body 101 to
facilitate installation and removal of the chambered wristband 100.
In at least one embodiment, the body 101 may be made of a rigid
material. In such an embodiment, the body 101 may include a
securing element or gap to facilitate installation or removal of
the chambered wristband 100.
[0027] Marking faces 102 may be located on the exterior surface of
the body 101 opposite the chamber 105. The marking faces 102 may
facilitate impression, printing, or other means of displaying a
marking of a name, logo, mark, or words. In at least one
embodiment, the marking faces 102 may increase the availably
capacity of the chamber 105 by providing a section of increased
depth. The marking faces 102 may be round in geometry. In at least
one embodiment, marking faces 102 may include other geometries. The
marking faces 102 may enable the removal of the cap 106 by the user
pressing on the marking faces 102 to remove the cap 106. In at
least one embodiment, marking face 102 may facilitate attachment of
an accessory.
[0028] The body 101 may facilitate impression, printing, or other
display marking of a name, logo, mark, or words. The body 101 may
include the body interior surface 111 which may be smooth for
relative comfort for the user. In at least one embodiment, the body
interior surface 111 may include a raised area 115 or the body
interior surface 111 may include a depressed structure to add some
functionality. In at least one embodiment, the body interior
surface 111 may include sweat channels (not shown) or grip
structures (not shown) to secure the chambered wristband 100 during
relatively high levels of activity or to facilitate added
flexibility of body 101. In at least one embodiment, the body 101
may contain through-holes (not shown) to reduce the weight,
increase the breathability of the user's skin, or provide
attachment points for accessories.
[0029] The body 101 may have squared edges in cross section. In at
least one embodiment, the body 101 may have rounded edges. The body
101 may be a consistent thickness throughout. In at least one
alternative embodiment, body 101 may have a thickness that varies
along its length.
[0030] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 3, the cap 106 may be configured
to be inserted into the chamber 105. The storage cavity 108 may
mate to the chamber 105 with the cap 106 inserted. In at least one
embodiment, the storage cavity 108 may be configured to
substantially surround a pill, tablet, blister packet, or other
form of medication during storage within chambered wristband 100.
In at least one embodiment, storage cavity 108 may include a
surface treatment to facilitate easy removal of the contents or
provide other functionality.
[0031] The storage cavity 108 may be cylindrical in geometry. In at
least one embodiment, the storage cavity 108 may have other
geometries, including but not limited to triangular, square,
rectangular or oblong shapes. The storage cavity retaining
structure 109 may define the storage cavity 108 and may protrude
from the cap 106. The storage cavity retaining structure 109 may
include a storage chamber seal 110. The storage chamber seal 110
may be configured to engage the interior of the chamber 105 and may
enhance retention when installed or may prevent contamination by
moisture or particulates. In at least one embodiment, storage
chamber seal 110 may include a ridge configured to interface with
the interior of chamber 105. In at least one embodiment, storage
chamber seal 110 may interface with storage cavity sealing
structure 113 to seal or retain the cap 106. In at least one
embodiment, storage chamber seal 110 as seen in cutaway may include
other shapes, including but not limited to round, square,
triangular, or oval. In at least one embodiment, storage chamber
seal 110 may include other types of seal interfaces including
different materials or separate seals.
[0032] The storage cavity 108 may substantially conform to the
pill, tablet, blister packet, or other form of medication in order
to retain it within the cap 106. Specifically, the storage cavity
retaining structure 109 may include an interference fit to conform
to the pill, tablet, blister packet, or other form of medication in
order to retain it within the cap 106. In at least one embodiment,
storage cavity retaining structure 109 may define a storage cavity
108 smaller than the pill, tablet, blister packet or other form of
medication. In at least one embodiment, the storage cavity
retaining structure 109 and the storage cavity 108 shape may be
altered by the insertion of the pill, tablet, blister packet, or
other form of medication. For example, the storage cavity retaining
structure 109 may be round in shape but when a triangular pill is
pressed into the storage cavity retaining structure 109 it may
conform to the triangular shape. In at least one embodiment, the
alteration of the storage cavity 108 and storage cavity retaining
structure 109 shape by insertion of the pill, tablet, blister
packet, or other form of medication may serve to enhance the
interface between the storage chamber seal 110 storage cavity
sealing structure 113. For example, the storage cavity retaining
structure 109 may be slightly smaller than a round pill to be
inserted. When the round pill is inserted, the storage cavity 108
may expand to the size of the round pill, resulting in the storage
cavity sealing structure 113 expanding to provide a better seal. In
at least one embodiment, the alteration of the storage cavity 108
and storage cavity retaining structure 109 shape by insertion of
the pill, tablet, blister packet, or other form of medication may
alter the shape of the storage chamber seal 110. For example, the
storage cavity 108 and storage cavity retaining structure 109 may
be round and chamber 105 may be triangular in shape when empty. A
triangular pill may be inserted into the storage cavity 108 causing
the storage cavity retaining structure 109 and storage chamber seal
110 to conform to the pill and become triangular in shape,
resulting in a seal between the storage chamber seal 110 and
chamber 105. In at least one embodiment, the alteration of the
storage cavity 108 and storage cavity retaining structure 109 shape
by insertion of the pill, tablet, blister packet, or other form of
medication may alter the shape of the cap seal 107 or may improve
the interface between cap seal 107 and the cap retainer 104.
[0033] In at least one embodiment, the storage cavity retaining
structure 109 may have a removable seal that may seal the storage
cavity 108 by covering the opening of storage cavity 108. In such
an embodiment, the removable seal covering the storage cavity 108
may be a film, slits, or other means of sealing or separating the
storage cavity. In at least one embodiment, the storage cavity 108
may substantially enclose the pill, tablet, blister packet, or
other form of medication.
[0034] In at least one embodiment, the cap 106 may be disposable or
replaceable. In at least one embodiment, the cap 106 may be
replaced with the pill, tablet, blister packet, or other form of
medication already enclosed within. In at least one embodiment, the
cap 106 may be made from silicone rubber or other flexible or
non-flexible materials.
[0035] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the chamber 105 may include a
storage cavity sealing structure 113, which may conform to the
storage cavity retaining structure 109. The storage cavity sealing
structure 113 may be a protrusion or a recess. In at least one
embodiment, the storage cavity sealing structure 113 may have
varying profiles as viewed in cutaway, including rounded, square,
triangular, oblong, or other profiles. In at least one embodiment,
the storage cavity sealing structure 113 may seal the chamber 105
and storage cavity 108. In at least one embodiment, the storage
cavity sealing structure 113 may include a mechanical retention
mechanism to retain the cap 106.
[0036] The chamber 105 within the body 101 may include the cap
retainer 104. The cap retainer 104 may capture and secure the cap
106 by connection with the cap seat 107 as seen in FIG. 1. In at
least one embodiment, the cap seat 107 may only be in contact with
the body 101 and not the cap seat 107. In at least one embodiment,
the cap 106 may be retained in the chamber 105 without the cap seat
107. The cap seat 107 may have a retention lip 114, seen in FIG. 1,
which may fold over the cap seat 107 and retain the cap 106. In at
least one embodiment, the cap seat 107 may meet flush to the cap
retainer 104 and not include the retention lip 114.
[0037] The cap 106 may be retained by the cap retainer 104
providing an interface with a cap seat 107. In at least one
embodiment, a cap retainer 104 may be configured to create a flush
surface when the cap 106 is installed to improve user comfort by
having a smooth inner surface, and the smooth inner surface may
reduce likelihood of accidental removal of the cap 106. In at least
one embodiment, cap retainer 104 may include a moisture and
particulate resistant seal to substantially prevent moisture and
particulate from entering the chamber 105. In at least one
embodiment, cap retainer 104 may be made from silicone rubber or
other flexible or non-flexible materials. In at least one
embodiment, cap retainer 104 may include a channel (not shown)
substantially underneath the cap retainer 104 to improve retention
and sealing of the installed cap.
[0038] The chamber 105 may be cylindrical in shape. In at least one
embodiment, the chamber 105 may be elliptical or include another
geometry with different shapes, including but not limited to round,
triangular, square, oval or non-symmetrical shapes. In at least one
embodiment, the inside surface of the chamber 105 may include a
non-stick or other functional surface treatment. In at least one
embodiment, the chamber 105 may be divided into multiple regions or
shapes. In at least one embodiment, there may be more than one
chamber 105. In at least one embodiment, there may be a dividing
wall 112 that separates two or more chambers 105 that may be
covered by one or more caps 106. In at least one embodiment, the
body 101 may include more than one chamber 105.
[0039] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 5, a cambered wristband
including a cap 206 may be inserted into a body 201 including a
chamber 205 disposed therein to contain a pill, tablet, blister
packet, or other form of medication. The chamber 205 includes a cap
retainer 204 and a cap seat 204 at the chamber 205 opening. The cap
206 may have a cap seat 207 that may provide a seal and retention
mechanism for the cap 206. When the cap 206 is inserted into the
chamber 205 the cap retainer 204 may interface with the cap seat
207 to seal and retain the cap 206 in the chamber 205. In at least
one embodiment, the chamber 205 may be of varying sizes and shapes.
In at least one embodiment, the body includes multiple chambers
205.
[0040] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 6, the body 201 of the chambered
wristband 200 may include only the one marking face 202. The body
201 may be substantially circular in shape. In at least one
embodiment, the body 201 may be made of silicon rubber or other
materials and may be flexible or non-flexible.
[0041] A marking face 202 may protrude from the body 201 opposite
the chamber 205 and may have a rectangular shape. The marking face
202 may enable removal of the cap 206 or medication from the
chambered wristband 200 by providing a user a raised surface to
press the cap 206 out of the body 201. In at least one embodiment,
marking face 202 may have different shapes and may not conform to
the shape of the body 201. In at least one embodiment, marking face
202 is longer or shorter and may extend different lengths along the
body 201. In at least one embodiment, marking face 202 has a
beveled edge. In at least one embodiment, marking face 202 has a
rounded edge or other edge treatment. In at least one embodiment,
marking face 202 enables the attachment of an accessory.
[0042] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 7, the chamber 205 of the
wristband 200 that may be oblong in shape. In at least one
embodiment, the chamber 205 may be of varying sizes and shapes and
may extend beyond the body 201. The wristband 200 may include a cap
retainer 204 that may be shaped to conform to the cap seat 207. In
at least one embodiment, the cap retainer 204 may be flexible and
conform over the cap 206 and may seal the chamber 205. The
wristband 200 may include different chamber shapes 205, which may
facilitate storage of a blister pack or larger pills, tablets or
other medication.
[0043] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 8, the cap seat 207 may protrude
from the cap 206. The cap 206 may include a storage cavity
retaining structure 209, which may define a storage cavity 208. The
outside of the storage cavity retaining structure 209 may include a
storage chamber seal 210, which may be shaped to conform to the
chamber 205. In at least one embodiment, the storage chamber seal
210 may seal the storage chamber 208 from moisture, external
exposure, or retention of the cap. In at least one embodiment, cap
206 may include other types of seal interfaces or additional seals.
In at least one embodiment, the cap seat 207 may contact the body
201, chamber 205, and/or cap retainer 204.
[0044] The storage cavity retaining structure 209 may define a
cavity 208 for the storage of a tablet, medication, or dosage. In
at least one embodiment, the storage chamber retaining seal 210 may
include a conical ridge configured to interface with the interior
of chamber 205. In at least one embodiment, storage chamber
retaining seal 210 may include other shapes in cutaway view,
including but not limited to round, square, oval, or triangular. In
at least one embodiment, storage cavity 208 may include other types
of seal interfaces. The cap 206 may be made from silicone rubber or
other flexible or non-flexible materials.
[0045] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 9, the wristband 100 may include
the cap 302, which may be a peel away seal that covers the chamber
105. The pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack, or other form of
medication may be placed with the chamber 105 and the cap 302 may
be attached to the body 101 to cover the chamber 105 by glue or
other means. In at least one embodiment, the cap 302 may only be
secured by a friction fit. In at least one embodiment, the cap 302
may be partially or completely manufactured or molded as part of
the body 101. In at least one embodiment, the cap 302 may serve to
partially or fully encase the pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack or
other form of medication within the chambered wristband 100.
[0046] The cap 302 may include a tab 303 attached to the cap 302,
such that the tab may assist in removal of the cap 302 from the
body 101. In such an embodiment, the tab 303 may be attached to the
body 101. In at least one embodiment, pulling on the tab 303 may
remove the cap 302 by deforming the cap 302 or body 101 and give
the user a mechanical advantage to remove the cap 302. In at least
one embodiment, the tab 303 may fold, slide or move into the body
101 or cap 302. In at least one embodiment, the tab 302 may be made
of a flexible material, the same material as the body, a different
material, or a rigid material.
[0047] The storage cavity 108 within the cap 106 may be
manufactured around a pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack, or other
form of medication. In at least one embodiment, the chamber 105 may
be formed around the pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack, or other
form of medication during manufacturing and covered by the cap 302.
In at least one embodiment, the cap 302 may be added later sealing
the medication, tablet or does within the chamber 105 until needed.
In at least one embodiment, the cap 302 may be molded around the
pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack, or other form of medication
separately or at the same time as the body. For example, a tablet
is placed into a mold for the chambered wristband and cap as one
piece, the mold is filled with silicone covering the tablet, and
forming the chambered wristband and cap, when the mold is released
the chambered wristband has been formed with a tablet inside the
cap and is ready for use. In at least one embodiment, the cap 302
may not completely seal the chamber 105 or storage chamber 108.
[0048] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 10, the cap 106 may include a
hinge 401 attaching the cap 106 to the body 101. In at least one
embodiment, the hinge 401 may attach to the body 101 or to the
chamber 105. In at least one embodiment, the hinge 401 may break
away when removed. In at least one embodiment, the hinge 401 may be
made of a flexible, non-flexible material, a similar material to
the body, or a different material. In at least one embodiment, the
hinge 401 may be flush to the cap 106 or may be raised. The hinge
401 may include a tab 403 protruding from the cap 106. In at least
one embodiment, the tab 403 may be part of the hinge 401, the body
101, or the cap 106.
[0049] In at least one embodiment according to the present
disclosure, as illustrated in FIG. 11, the hinge 401 may enable the
cap 106 to be removed from the chamber 105 without separating
completely. In at least one embodiment, the hinge 401 may extend
over face of the cap 106 and may include a gripping area 404 and
the tab 403. In at least one embodiment, the gripping area 404 may
be different shapes to accommodate different users.
[0050] The tab 403, the gripping area 404, or the hinge 401 may
facilitate the release of individual or multiple tablets, dosages
of medication. In at least one embodiment, the tab 403, the
gripping area 404, or the hinge 401 may release the cap 106 or the
pill, tablet, tablet, blister pack, or other form of medication
stored within the chambered wristband 100. In at least one
embodiment, the tab 403, the gripping area 404, or the hinge 401
may be a flexible material, non-flexible material, a similar
material to the cap 106 or body 101, or a dissimilar material.
[0051] In at least one embodiment, the chambered wristband 100, 200
of the present disclosure may be worn on the wrist. In another
embodiment, the chambered wristband 100, 200 may be worn on an
ankle, or attached to a person. The chambered wristband 100, 200
may be made from silicone rubber or other flexible or non-flexible
materials.
[0052] While the disclosure has been illustrated and described in
detail in the drawings in character, it being understood that only
certain embodiments have been shown and described and that all
changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the
disclosure are desired to be protected.
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