Treatment of disorders associated with vascular or lymphatic insufficiency such as Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), venous stasis ulcers, post-mastectomy edema and chronic lymphedema: Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries such as ligament sprains, postoperative edema, and burns; Localized thermal therapy (hot or cold) for post traumatic and post surgical medical and/or surgical conditions; Decrease the risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT); Aids the blood flow back to the heart; Treat and assist healing of cutaneous ulceration (wounds), reduce wound healing time, enhance arterial circulation (blood flow), reduce compartmental pressures, reduce edema (swelling), reduce the need for anticoagulant (blood thinning) medications. Primary lymphedema (for example congenital/Milroy's Disease) Secondary lymphedema (for example post-mastectomy, chronic edema, post traumatic edema) Venous disorders (for example venous insufficiency, varicose veins, venous stasis ulcers) Dysfunction of the muscle pump (for example promotion of wound recovery, reduction of edema and lower limb pain following trauma and sports injuries)
Device Story
WMI Thermal Cuffs are single-use, pneumatically controlled limb sleeves designed for intermittent compression therapy. Cuffs consist of interconnected, segmented inflatable chambers made of latex-free brushed nylon, polyester foam, and PVC bladders. Device operates by connecting to an external, FDA-cleared electronic pneumatic pump (e.g., ThermoTek NanoTherm/VascuTherm) via flexible PVC tubing. Pump delivers air or water in a predetermined cycle to inflate/deflate chambers, simulating muscle contractions to facilitate venous return and reduce edema. Used in clinical or home settings under prescription. Healthcare providers monitor therapy via the pump unit's pressure and delivery controls. Benefits include improved blood flow, reduced wound healing time, and decreased DVT risk.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Comparative testing against ThermoTek NanoTherm/VascuTherm wraps included 3,000-minute cyclic therapy tests at 0.35 psi and 120-hour constant pressure tests at 1.9 psi. Results showed no performance degradation, no leakage, and no variance in cyclic therapy delivery compared to predicates. Burst testing confirmed structural integrity significantly exceeding normal usage parameters.
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## 510(k) Summary K100969
Prepared: 9/13/10
| Submitter: | WMI Enterprises, Inc.<br>1017 W. Washington, 2J<br>Chicago, IL 60607<br>Phone – (888) 253-2555 | | Fax – (888) 456-8670 | | SEP 20 2010 |
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| Contact Person: | Mike Wilford<br>(773) 744-1578 mike.wilford@yahoo.com<br>Or Joy Long<br>(317) 496-8647 joyslong@gonowmail.com | | | | |
| Device Name: | | | | | |
| | Regulation No.: CFR Part 870.5800 | | | | |
| | Classification: Class II | | | | |
| | Panel: 870 Cardiovascular | | | | |
| | Classification Name: Compressible Limb Sleeve | | | | |
| | Common or usual name: Compressible Limb Sleeve Device | | | | |
| | Product Code: JOW | | | | |
| | Model #'s: 1000 Series - DVT: D-1000F (foot), D-1000C (calf)<br>2000 Series - Thermal: T-2000A (ankle), T-2000B (back), T-2000KF (knee full), T-2000KBM (knee, butterfly, medium), T-2000KBS (knee, butterfly, small), T2000S (shoulder), T-2000H (hip) | | | | |
#### Indication of Predicate Devices and Statement of Substantial Equivalence:
The 510(k) approval for some of the following listed predicate devices, included approval for electronically controlled pump units and accompanying bladders (wraps, cuffs, sleeves). Our application is for like cuffs only and does not include any electronically controlled pump units. Therefore, our statement of substantial equivalence applies to the cuffs themselves. Our cuffs will be used with the ThermoTek, Inc. NanoTherm and VascuTherm or the Doctors Orders DVTCare units. However, we reserve the right to use the WMI cuffs with other, FDA approved as substantially equivalent electronically controlled pump units in the future.
Based upon safety and performance testing, compliance with voluntary standards, and comparison to the predicate devices in terms of features, functionality, and bench comparison testing, we believe that the WMI intermittent segmental cuffs are substantially equivalent to the wrap portion of the following predicate devices, and do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness.
| • ThermoTek, Inc. NanoTherm and VascuTherm | K061866 |
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| • Aircast VenaFlow system Disposable Cuffs | K023800 |
| • Doctor's Orders, Inc. DVTcare CA5 | K061125 |
| • Hygia Health Services, Inc. NuTech Foot Wrap | K012650 |
| • Huntleigh Flowtron Excel | K881632 |
#### Indications for Use
Indications For Use:
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- . Treatment of disorders associated with vascular or lymphatic insufficiency such as Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), venous stasis ulcers, post-mastectomy edema and chronic lymphedema:
- . Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries such as ligament sprains, postoperative edema, and burns;
- . Localized thermal therapy (hot or cold) for post traumatic and post surgical medical and/or surgical conditions;
- Decrease the risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT); .
- . Aids the blood flow back to the heart;
- Treat and assist healing of cutaneous ulceration (wounds), reduce wound healing time, . enhance arterial circulation (blood flow), reduce compartmental pressures, reduce edema (swelling), reduce the need for anticoagulant (blood thinning) medications.
- o Primary lymphedema (for example congenital/Milroy's Disease)
- Secondary lymphedema (for example post-mastectomy, chronic edema, post o traumatic edema)
- Venous disorders (for example venous insufficiency, varicose veins, venous stasis o ulcers)
- Dysfunction of the muscle pump (for example promotion of wound recovery, o reduction of edema and lower limb pain following trauma and sports injuries)
#### Device Description
The cuffs contain interconnected, segmented inflatable chambers constructed of latex-free brushed nylon with polyester foam backing and an internal coating of latex free polymer that creates an airtight seal. The inner lining is elastic, which allows for the inflation. The bladder is constructed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), RF welded at the seams. The inflation/deflation tubes are also composed of PVC. The hook fasteners are made of polyethylene.
These are pneumatically controlled cuffs, actuated by an electronic pump unit and are designed for singleuse. Inflation of the garment is accomplished using air or water and a controller cycle that functions to alternately inflate and deflate the cuffs in a predetermined manner and interval. The garments have only been tested to be used with the ThermoTek, Inc. NanoTherm and VascuTherm pneumatic pumps. Air/water is delivered to the cuff through flexible plastic tubing, inflating it to a specified pressure, to compress the affected anatomical part, thus aiding venous return. Air/water pressure and delivery are monitored by elements within the pump unit. Immediately after the pump element detects that the cuff has achieved the current set pressure, the cuff deflates to ambient pressure, allowing the veins to refill bringing oxygenated blood back to the area. The process essentially simulates muscle contractions in the body area, facilitating appropriate venous flow. The foot cuff simulation. The cycle continues until the unit is turned off.
#### Testing
Comparative bench testing was utilized to assess and prove similarity of function between the WM1 cuffs and the predicate ThermoTek NanoTherm and VascuTherm wraps. All tests found that functional and operational performance characteristics including compression, pressure control, and timing sequence were substantially equivalent. Safety and operational parameters regarding controller connections were also found to be substantially equivalent. The predicate and WMI cuffs were connected to a ThermoTek
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VascuTherm 2 pneumatic compressor pump and cycle tested for 3,000 minutes (50 cycles) at .35 psi (normal usage pressure = .029 psi). The ankle cuffs, as DVT sample, were connected to a ThermoTek VascuTherm 2 pneumatic compressor pump and constant pressure tested for 120 hours (7,200) minutes at 1.9 psi (normal usage pressure = .97 psi). All cuffs demonstrated acceptable cyclic therapy delivery with no differences between cuffs, no migration of cuffs, and no degradation in performance throughout the testing. The testing was successfully completed and resulted in no variance in leakage or performance between the WMI and ThermoTek cuffs. Following life cycle testing, the cuffs were gas pressure tested (burst test). Pressure was introduced and continued until cuffs exhibited leakage or burst. In all cases, the burst point was dramatically higher than normal usage would ever place on the cuffs and the burst points were substantially similar among the cuffs. We believe that all testing supports the substantial equivalence of the cuffs to the predicates.
| Parameter/WMI | Thermotek K061866 | Doctor's Orders<br>K061125 | Aircast K023800 |
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| Single Patient Use | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Non-Sterile (sterilized but<br>not marketing as sterile) | Sterile/Non-Sterile | Sterile/Non-Sterile | Sterile/Non-Sterile |
| Skin Contact = 200 Denier<br>Nylon Oxford & DuPont<br>Softesse Medical Fabric<br>(non-latex, non-woven) | 200 Denier Nylon<br>Oxford & DuPont<br>Softesse Medical<br>Fabric (non-latex,<br>non-woven) | "Soft nylon material" | Latex-free polyester-<br>cotton fabric |
| Skin Sensitization &<br>Irritation Testing = Yes | Yes | Unknown | Unknown |
| Cuff/Controller Connectors<br>= Quick-Lock Connectors | Quick-Lock<br>Connectors | Quick-Lock<br>Connectors | Quick-Lock Connectors |
| Inflation/Deflation Tubing<br>= PVC | Not specified | "Flexible plastic air<br>tubes" | Polyethylene tubing |
| Intermittent Segmental | Intermittent - both<br>segmental and single<br>chamber | Intermittent single<br>chamber | Intermittent segmental |
| Energy Source = approved<br>controller pump units that<br>utilize 110 VAC Mains or<br>rechargeable battery | Approved controller<br>pump units that<br>utilize 110 VAC<br>Mains or<br>rechargeable battery | Approved controller<br>pump units that utilize<br>110 VAC Mains or<br>rechargeable battery | Approved controller<br>pump units that utilize<br>110 VAC Mains or<br>rechargeable battery |
#### Summary Comparison Chart
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### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
SEP 2 0 2010
WMI Enterprises, Inc. c/o Ms. Joy Long DragonSlayer Strategies 1017 W. Washington, 2J Chicago, IL 60607
> K100969 WMI Thermal Cuffs Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5800 Regulation Name: Compressible Limb Sleeve Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOW Dated: August 9, 2010 Received: August 11, 2010
Dear Ms. Long:
Re:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be
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found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.html for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
R. Vachner
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Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
KI00969
#### Device Name: WMI Thermal Cuffs
SEP 2 0. 2010
Indications For Use:
- Treatment of disorders associated with vascular or lymphatic insufficiency such as Chronic ● Venous Insufficiency (CVI), venous stasis ulcers, post-mastectomy edema and chronic lymphedema:
- Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries such as ligament sprains, ● postoperative edema, and burns;
- Localized thermal therapy (hot or cold) for post traumatic and post surgical medical and/or ● surgical conditions;
- Decrease the risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT); ●
- � Aids the blood flow back to the heart;
- Treat and assist healing of cutaneous ulceration (wounds), reduce wound healing time, � enhance arterial circulation (blood flow), reduce compartmental pressures, reduce edema (swelling), reduce the need for anticoagulant (blood thinning) medications.
- Primary lymphedema (for example congenital/Milroy's Disease) 0
- Secondary lymphedema (for example post-mastectomy, chronic edema, post-O traumatic edema)
- Venous disorders (for example venous insufficiency, varicose veins, venous stasis O ulcers)
- Dysfunction of the muscle pump (for example promotion of wound recovery, o reduction of edema and lower limb pain following trauma and sports injuries)
Prescription Use × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Donna D. Varner
sinn Sinn-Off Division of Cardiovascular Devices
510(k) Number K100964
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.