Patent attributes
A disposable cover for electromagnetic treatment applicators prevents undesired exposure to potentially harmful radiation. The cover is a pouch-like structure having a back surface constructed from RF shielding material, such as metallized polyethylene, which back surface faces opposite, or away from, the treatment area. A portion of the cover which faces the treatment area is constructed from material transmissive to RF radiation from the applicator. Securing means, such as adhesive strips, or interlocking edges close an open end to secure the applicator inside the cover and to prevent RF radiation through the closed end. In use, an applicator is inserted within the cover and positioned over the area to be treated with the RF transmissive material overlying the treatment area. When the applicator is activated, the generated electromagnetic energy exits the cover only through the RF transmissive material to the treatment area and the RF shielding material prevents exposure of the caregiver to potentially harmful radiation.
