Patent ID: 7727140
Filing Date: 2010-06-01
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. A urinary incontinence device for attachment to a user's inferior ischio-pubic rami in the anterior perineal triangle, the device comprising: a generally semi-flexible bi-parabolic membrane configured to deflect from an engaged position in which the device exerts pressure upon the user's urethra to a disengaged position in which the device permits urinary flow through the user's urethra upon the application of a first force by the user, the membrane being further configured to deflect back to the engaged position from the disengaged position upon the application of a second force by the user, the membrane including: a bolster operatively connected to the first surface for exerting pressure upon the user's urethra when the membrane is in the engaged position and relieving pressure from upon the urethra when the membrane is in the disengaged position.