MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202521128794 A) filed by Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, Maharashtra, on Dec. 18, 2025, for 'wearable compression belt and method thereof.'

Inventor(s) include Dokania, Shashank; Aphale, Parth; and Shekhar, Himanshu.

The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a non-electronic, ergonomic abdominal compression belt (100) for effective pain relief. It integrates a natural, air-activated exothermic heat source with a herbal infusion compartment (106) containing dried medicinal herbs. The belt provides sustained warmth, vapor release, and adjustable abdominal compression without requiring electricity or medication. Its anatomical design allows discreet wear and portability, making it suitable for daily use. The modular structure supports reusable components and customizable herbal sachets. This invention offers a safe, eco-friendly, and multi-modal solution for managing discomfort."

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