Springs are widely used in the medical industry and play an important role in a variety of equipment and tools. Here are some specific applications:

1. Syringes and infusion pumps:

• Syringes: Springs provide rebound force to the piston, ensuring precise drug delivery.

• Infusion pumps: An internal spring controls the movement of the piston to maintain a constant flow rate.

2. Surgical Instruments

• Surgical forceps: springs provide closing force to help the surgeon control the forceps.

• Surgical scissors: springs make the opening and closing of scissors smoother, reducing the surgeon's burden.

• Suture Instruments: Springs ensure accurate placement and release of suture staples.

3. Pacemakers and Implantable Devices

• Pacemakers: Tiny internal springs ensure stable electrical contact.

• Implantable Drug Delivery Systems: Springs control the rate of drug release.

4. Respirators and Oxygen Devices

• Ventilators: Springs control the opening and closing of valves to ensure precise airflow control.

• Oxygen masks: springs maintain a tight fit of the mask to the patient's face.

5. Dental Equipment:

• Dental Probes: Springs provide the necessary springback to assist the dentist in examining teeth.

• Dental Forceps: Spring ensures effective opening and closing of the forceps for easy handling.

• Dental drills: springs regulate the movement and pressure of the drill.

6. Imaging equipment:

• CT Scanners: Internal mechanical parts use springs to ensure precise positioning of moving parts.

• MRI machines: springs maintain the position and stability of the coil.

7. Sphygmomanometers

• Mechanical sphygmomanometers: Springs are used in pumps and valves to ensure accuracy and consistency of measurements.

8. Hospital Beds and Operating Tables

• Adjustable Hospital Beds: Springs adjust the height and tilt angle of hospital beds to ensure patient comfort and meet medical needs.

• Operating Tables: Springs ensure smooth adjustment and positioning of all parts of the operating table.

9. Prosthetics and Orthotics:

• Prosthetic Joints: Springs provide elasticity and cushioning for natural movement.

• Orthopedic shoes: springs are used in the soles and insoles of shoes to provide additional support and shock absorption.

10. Injection pens and auto-injectors

• Injector Pens: Springs push the needle and medication to ensure precise dosage.

• Automatic syringes: springs ensure automatic operation and accurate release of medication.

11. Monitoring equipment

• Pulse oximeter: A spring is used in the sensor clip to ensure close contact with the patient's skin.

• Electrocardiograph (ECG): Springs are used in the electrode clips to ensure stable contact with the patient's skin.