Skin abrader

摘要

The present invention relates to devices, methods, and systems for abrading the skin in preparation for attachment of an electrode. In some embodiments, the invention may provide for a simple, low-cost device 120 with a flat, abrading surface that removes the topmost layer of the skin without causing undue injury.

主权项

1. A dermal preparation system for preparation of a stratum corneum of a mammal for adhesion of an electrode to the mammal, comprising:
an electrode configured for adhesive attachment to a mammal's skin; and a dermal preparation device separate from the electrode, the dermal preparation device comprising: a support layer having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a major axis extending through a geometrical center of the support layer and along the longest dimension of the support layer; an abrasive coating the lower surface, the abrasive coating comprising a polymeric grit with diameters ranging from about 36-66 μm, the abrasive coating configured to mechanically remove a portion of the stratum corneum of the mammal; and a handle secured to the upper surface, the handle formed by bonding a first portion of a handle layer to the support layer, and folding a second portion of the handle layer to form the handle.