Special Mask Aids Eye Surgery Recovery

A specially designed eye mask intended for use after cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) assists patient recovery.

The eye surgery recovery mask is made of a soft and comfortable breathable fabric that has a pocket on each side that holds a crescent-shaped ActiPatch to assure proper placement of therapy over each eye. The mask is designed to allow patients to continue their normal activities during daytime treatment; at night, the patient can then move the mask over the eyes to receive treatment on both the upper and lower lids while sleeping.

The ActiPatch is a drug-free anti-inflammatory patch with an embedded battery-operated microchip that delivers weeks of continuous pulsed therapy. This causes recharging of the cell membrane, driving out edematous fluid along with by-products of the damaged tissue. This in turn causes a reduction in the edema and inflammation associated with tissue injury. The patented ActiPatch delivery system has been clinically proven to reduce swelling and bruising by up to 50%, concomitantly reducing the need for pain medication. Both the eye surgery recovery mask and the Actipatch device are products of BioElectronics Corp. (Frederick, MD, USA).

"We believe that providing a simple way to place the therapy in the desired area without the use of adhesive will simplify post-surgical care for both the patient and the recovery staff,” said Ms. Lauren Jarman, the designer of the mask.

Cosmetic eyelid surgery is usually performed to counteract the apparent effects of aging upon eyelid tissues (bags and bulges). Wrinkles can also be reduced through blepharoplasty. These goals are accomplished by removing excess skin, fats, and muscle.


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