Nasal support device and method

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a device and method for facilitating air flow in the nasal passage of a domestic animal. The nasal support device (NSD) disclosed herein is useful for facilitating air flow during rest, physical exertion, respiratory ailment, etc. The NSD secures to the nose of a domestic animal to support the unsupported lateral vestibular walls of the nasal passages by lifting or stenting.

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       20 . A therapeutic device comprising:
 a therapeutic layer; and   an adhesive for maintaining said device in a selected location, wherein the therapeutic layer includes a selected one of a magnet or electromagnet.   
   
   
       21 . A therapeutic device according to  claim 20  comprising:
 (a) a surface layer, the surface layer configured to include:
 (i) a first transverse dimension having a first transverse axis; 
 (ii) a center longitudinal dimension having a center longitudinal axis which is orthogonal to the first transverse axis and bisects the first transverse axis; 
 (iii) a first and second lateral longitudinal dimension on opposing sides of the center longitudinal dimension, the center longitudinal dimension being greater than the first and second lateral longitudinal dimensions; and 
   (b) wherein opposing sides of the surface layer of the center longitudinal axis are mirror images of one another.   
   
   
       22 . A therapeutic device according to  claim 20  further comprising a surface layer. 
   
   
       23 . A therapeutic device according to  claim 20  wherein the device is configured and sized for supporting a first and second lateral vestibular wall of a nose of a horse. 
   
   
       24 . A therapeutic device according to  claim 20  wherein the therapeutic device is a nasal support device.