Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
602006000 | Shaped or shapeable | 88 |
20080249445 | Splint Device - A splint device which provides a compact and versatile flexible device for adequately protecting a person's limb without causing damage by immobilising the injured limb to facilitate healing until further medical attention can be sought. The splint device is inexpensive and can be adjustable in size to fit an individual properly to achieve proper immobilisation of the limb and allow adequate circulation to the damaged area. | 10-09-2008 |
20080269653 | Casting Apparatus and Method for Using the Same - A casting or splinting device comprises a plastic casting body formed into various configurations for immobilizing a bone fracture or the like. The casting body is filled with small spherical granules having a smooth and slippery surface. The casting body is sealed and provided with an outlet port for aspirating air from within the casting body. Aspiration of air from the casting body results in a rigid casting or splint. | 10-30-2008 |
20080269654 | Device, Strap and Garment for Treating Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders and for Repairing Sports Injury, and Method for Making Same | 10-30-2008 |
20080306419 | Conformable Structures - A conformable cushion comprising: a fluid reservoir defined by walls, at least one of which is flexible; electro-rheological fluid located in the reservoir; and a pair of electrodes contacting the electro-rheological fluid whereby an electrical field may be applied across the electro-rheological fluid so as to increase the viscosity thereof. | 12-11-2008 |
20080319361 | CARBON FIBER ORTHOSIS AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A method of making an orthoses, comprising the steps of preparing a plaster mold, upon which the layers of the orthosis will be placed and formed; and placing layers of material on the mold, then forming and removing the layers. An orthosis, comprising a footplate that is capable of receiving a human foot thereabove, a heel portion at the rear side of the footplate; a strut extending upwardly from the heel portion; a calf portion extending forwardly from the strut, the calf portion including a tibial shell; the tibial shell extends around the front of the user's tibia; a rear portion extends around the back of the user's calf a rear portion disposed rearwardly with respect to the calf portion; and sides such that the calf portion is completely circumferential without seams. Two foam layers line the orthoses for comfort and ease of use. | 12-25-2008 |
20090036811 | Orthosis casting form and method of making the same - A logic circuit that can reconfigure its functions in a nonvolatile manner and a single-electron transistor to be used in the logic circuits are provided. The logic circuit has a single-electron spin transistor that includes: a source; a drain; an island that is provided between the source and the drain, and has tunnel junctions between the island and the source and drain; and a gate that is capacitively coupled to the island. In this logic circuit, at least one of the source, the drain, and the island includes a ferromagnetic material having a variable magnetization direction. | 02-05-2009 |
20090054817 | LOW DENSITY MEDICAL BANDAGE SUBSTRATE, MEDICAL BANDAGE, AND MEDICAL BANDAGING PRODUCT - A low density fabric substrate for a medical bandaging product. The substrate has a plurality of longitudinally-extending voids formed in the fabric for permitting water penetration through the fabric thickness from one of the major faces to the other major faces. A reactive system is impregnated into or coated onto the substrate and remains stable when maintained in substantially moisture-free conditions and hardens upon exposure to sufficient moisture to form a rigid, self supporting structure. A soft, flexible protective material covers at least one of the major faces of the substrate along its length to provide a cushioning barrier between the substrate and the skin of a patient when the material is in use. | 02-26-2009 |
20090112138 | WATER-RESISTANT ORTHOPEDIC UNDERCAST SLEEVE PRODUCT - A water-resistant orthopedic undercast sleeve that includes a tubular sheet material formed of extruded filaments having water-resistant properties and a thickness sufficient to provide both cushioning and moisture transport in a single layer between a cast and a limb onto which the sleeve is applied. The water resistant properties are achieved by at least one process, including a water-resistant filler, finish or coating applied to the filaments during extrusion, applying a water resistant finish to the finish during extrusion, applying a water resistant finish to the filaments during a subsequent spinning process, or coating the filaments with a water-resistant finish in a separate process. Moisture egress channels are formed in the sheet material for transporting moisture away from the limb, longitudinally along the length of the sleeve, and out of the space between the sleeve and cast. | 04-30-2009 |
20090209892 | CASTING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - A casting or splinting device comprises a plastic casting body formed into various configurations for immobilizing a bone fracture or the like. The casting body is filled with small spherical granules having a smooth and slippery surface. The casting body is sealed and provided with an outlet port for aspirating air from within the casting body. Aspiration of air from the casting body results in a rigid casting or splint. | 08-20-2009 |
20090216163 | NONWOVEN SPLINTING AND CASTING PRODUCT - A medical bandaging product, including a non-woven, fibrous, flexible medical material adapted for being applied and conformed to a body part to be supported, and a reactive system impregnated into or coated onto the medical material. The system remains stable when maintained in a non-activated condition in the absence of an activating agent, such as water, and hardens upon activation by exposure to the activating agent to form a rigid, self supporting structure. An enclosure is provided within which the medical material is maintained against exposure to the activating agent until use. The product may be in pre-cut shapes or in roll-form for cutting off a desired length for a given use. | 08-27-2009 |
20100069803 | AIR REACTING/SETTING CAST CONTAINED WITHIN AN AIR PERMEABLE ENCLOSURE OR FLEXIBLE/OPENABILE BAG IN ORDER TO PROVIDE A FLEXIBLY APPLIED AND HARDENED TEMPORARY CAST - A temporary cast consisting of a material exhibiting a specified length, width and thickness, such as an elongated and wound roll material impregnated with a fluid hardenable material. The roll material is retained (in an unused state) encased within an air impermeable container or, in a further application, can exhibit a surface applied and rupture-able foil material to prevent the fluid entrained within the cast material to prematurely harden. The fluid hardening component associated with said material is such that upon exposure to ambient air, is capable of being wound or otherwise formed about the injured location and prior to it being caused to set and harden. | 03-18-2010 |
20100130898 | WEIGHT-BEARING LOWER EXTREMITY BRACE - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to a device and/or system (e.g., redistributing weight away from a subject's foot), which may comprise (a) a platform, (b) at least one vertical support fixed to the platform and extending upwardly from the platform, and (c) at least one cuff (i) configured to surround and releasably grip at least a portion of a subject's leg other than the foot and (ii) mounted (e.g., adjustably) to the at least one vertical support at a vertical position along the at least one vertical support sufficient to suspend a subject's foot in a non-weight-bearing position above the platform during ambulation, wherein the platform, the at least one vertical support, and the at least one cuff together are configured to bear at least the subject's full weight. | 05-27-2010 |
20100262053 | Apparatus and method for a universal patient controlled medical binder - A universal medical binder that is patient controlled, restoring maximum stability to a specific body part. The device is constructed of a unique material, making it possible for a hook type lock material (Velcro) to be attached on either side. The binder has a series of loop rings on the back that allows the material to be directed through the loop rings and then be folded back over itself to minimize the size of the device to accommodate a wide range of body parts. The specially designed loop rings act like a block and tackle system reducing the amount of strength required by the patient to activate the device and maximize support to a specific body part. | 10-14-2010 |
20110066094 | CERVICAL COLLAR WITH REDUCED VASCULAR OBSTRUCTION - An orthopedic device, in the form of a cervical collar having reduced vascular obstruction, has less contact with, and produces less pressure on, the sternocleidomasteoidus area of the neck, thus transferring pressure away from the veins of the neck (vena jugularis externa and interna) to other portions of the neck. Specifically, the shape of the cervical collar at the anterior portion thereof, when applied to the neck of a patient, leaves a clearance of the neck veins by way of fold lines or recessed surfaces provided along a posterior surface of the anterior portion of the collar. The fold lines or recessed surfaces are generally arranged perpendicularly on either side of an open access area defined in the anterior cervical collar portion. Fold lines allow the generally rigid plastic of a cervical collar to naturally curve into a shape that provides the appropriate clearance for the neck veins. | 03-17-2011 |
20110196275 | ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE - An orthopedic device as in a dorsal splint for treating plantar fasciitis includes a substantially rigid splint member having an overmolded flexible edge and living hinges, or substantially rigid component pieces received in a flexible member, to provide improved and more comfortable fitting to a user and reduced storage requirements. The splint member is shaped and configured to engage the dorsal aspects of a user's lower leg, ankle, and foot. A soft-good strap system is provided to maintain the dorsal splint in position and has suitable padding to treat various foot conditions. | 08-11-2011 |
20110264022 | ORTHOPEDIC CAST TAPE SYSTEM - An orthopedic casting system that includes a cast tape having a moisture responsive resin therein, the tape being wound onto a tubular polymeric core for shipment and storage prior to use in forming an orthopedic cast. The tubular core has a wall with an inner and outer surface in a first position comprising a plurality of relatively shallow convex and concave portions that extend linearly of the core. Each of the concave portions provide a longitudinal trough along which water flows adjacent the inner wraps of the cast tape. The wall of core is flexibly resilient so that the upon application of a radial inward force on the cast tape and the core, the wall will flex to a second position in which the troughs are deepened. When the force is released the tubular core returns to substantially the first position. | 10-27-2011 |
20120083722 | Weight-bearing lower extremity brace - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to a device and/or system (e.g., redistributing weight away from a subject's foot), which may comprise (a) a platform, (b) at least one vertical support fixed to the platform and extending upwardly from the platform, and (c) at least one cuff (i) configured to surround and releasably grip at least a portion of a subject's leg other than the foot and (ii) mounted (e.g., adjustably) to the at least one vertical support at a vertical position along the at least one vertical support sufficient to suspend a subject's foot in a non-weight-bearing position above the platform during ambulation, wherein the platform, the at least one vertical support, and the at least one cuff together are configured to bear at least the subject's full weight. | 04-05-2012 |
20120130294 | MOLDABLE INJURY THERAPY DEVICE AND METHOD - A multi-phase orthopedic system including a moisture-impervious sleeve, a moldable splint including a covered resin-impregnated substrate, an elongate removable wrap for retaining the splint on the limb, and a removable cast for application to the limb during a subsequent treatment phase including a cast body having an interior side and exterior side, and a flap carried by the body and movable between an open position, and a closed position overlying a part of the cast body to be applied to a treatment area of the limb, the flap adapted to cover and retain between the cast body and the flap the splint worn by the patient during the initial treatment phase in the same position as the location of the splint during the initial treatment phase. A method of immobilizing a limb in multiple treatment phases utilizing the multi-phase orthopedic system. | 05-24-2012 |
20120203154 | Rollable Compact Transparent Splint - The invention relates to a rollable splint set which comprises an essentially rectangular substrate, said substrate is made of a transparent or translucent thin layer of thermoplastic material having transverse and longitudinal flexibilities that enable the substrate to assume the following three states: (a) a packed-state in which the splint is maintained in a compact rolled configuration; (b) a pre-use, unrolled state in which the splint automatically assumes a C-configuration in cross section; and (c) a use-state in which the splint wraps an extremity in a C-configuration or a U-configuration in cross section. | 08-09-2012 |
20120220908 | ORTHOPEDIC PADDING - An orthopedic padding including an elongate spacer fabric having spaced faces interconnected and separated by an intermediate spacer area, the spaced faces having a knitted construction different from a knitted construction of the intermediate spacer area, and the elongate fabric constructed at least in part of hydrophobic monofilament yarn knitted in an open construction for breathability. | 08-30-2012 |
20120259258 | MOISTURE RESISTANT MOLDABLE INJURY THERAPY DEVICE AND METHOD - A moisture-resistant multi-phase orthopedic system and method including a single layer, three-dimensional knitted fabric having an open structure for providing enhanced moisture transfer from the skin outwardly into the atmosphere and a flap carried by the body and movable between an open position and a closed position overlying a part of the cast body to be applied to a treatment area of the limb. The flap is adapted to cover and retain between the cast body and the flap the splint worn by the patient during the initial treatment phase in the same position as the location of the splint during the initial treatment phase. | 10-11-2012 |
20120302931 | SPLINT FOR ORTHOPEDICS - A splint for orthopedics with a mid-layer material made from a stretchable woven fabric knitted with a double raschel warp knitting machine and impregnated with a water-curable resin; and top and bottom surface layers consisting of a non-woven fabric stretchable in both horizontal and vertical directions and a barrier layer against the water-curable resin. The stretchable woven fabric is knitted with a double raschel warp knitting machine, which comprises six symmetrically arranged warpers beams, wherein the outer beams hold coarse polyester yarns; the inner beams hold fine polyester yarns, and the central beams hold rubber threads. The barrier layer includes a paper material susceptible to tearing or a synthetic resin film susceptible to stretching while applying the splint. In another embodiment, as the top and bottom surface layers, a paper material susceptible to tearing or a synthetic resin film susceptible to stretching while applying the splint may be used. | 11-29-2012 |
20120310126 | FITTING ELEMENT WITH CONTROLLED STIFFNESS - The invention refers to a body fitting element with negative pressure controlled stiffness comprised of a gas tight envelope ( | 12-06-2012 |
20130035622 | TEMPORARY SPLINT - A splint to be placed on a section of a patient's body, that includes a body element having a bearing surface facing the body section, and an outer surface facing away from the bearing surface, formed from a flat, flexible material. The body element includes a first bearing section and a second bearing section arranged in relation to each other at a splint angle. The support body is elongate and has at least two elongate sections arranged at an angle corresponding to the splint angle between the bearing sections of the body element. | 02-07-2013 |
20130053738 | SPLINT FOR IMMOBILIZING A JOINT - The invention relates to a splint ( | 02-28-2013 |
20130245520 | SUPPORT DEVICE AND METHODS FOR LIMBS - An apparatus for supporting a limb may include an anchoring article having a pre-existing fastening device that includes a hook layer and a loop layer. The anchor article may be worn on a first portion of the limb. The apparatus may also include an elastically deformable band and an anchor coupled proximate to a first end of the band. The anchor is complementary to the pre-existing fastening element and completes a connection in the pre-existing fastening device. The closure device may be coupled to a second end of the band and includes a hook layer and a loop layer. The closure device is configured to fix a first surface of the band to a second surface portion of the band. | 09-19-2013 |
20130317402 | Expandable device for immobilizing fractures, severe sprains, or soft tissue injuries - The present invention provides an easily transportable immobilization device and system designed to immobilize fractures, severe sprains or soft tissue injuries within a body structure. The device generally contains a shaped body having one or more portions constructed and arranged to fit onto a leg or arm having a fracture, severe strain or soft tissue injury. The device utilizes a multilayer construction which allows for the delivery of the device to an individual in need in a compressed state. Activation allows a portion of the device to return to the non-compressed state, uniformly expanding outwardly, both longitudinally and radially. As the device expands, it surrounds and contacts the injured body structure, thereby applying a pressure as well as preventing lateral movement. The injured body structure is completely immobilized and secured until proper evaluation and care can be performed. | 11-28-2013 |
20140094728 | MOTORIZED TENSIONING SYSTEM FOR MEDICAL BRACES AND DEVICES - A tensioning system for medical braces and devices is disclosed. The tensioning system includes a tensioning member that is tightened or loosened using a motorized tensioning device for winding and unwinding the tensioning member on a spool. The motorized tensioning device includes a torque transmitting system that allows for incremental tightening, incremental loosening, and full loosening of the tensioning member. | 04-03-2014 |
20140257157 | CASTING APPARATUS - In a casting apparatus for external skeletal and joint fixation, a plurality of articulated segments may comprise a plurality of cuboid members threaded on a continuous cord having distal ends connected to actuators. The cuboid members may be disposed between guide members threaded on the cord. Actuation of the actuators applies a tension force to the cord, thereby compressing the cuboid members together to form rigid cuboid segments and maintain the casting apparatus in a rigid configuration for skeletal and joint fixation. | 09-11-2014 |
20140303534 | FUNCTIONAL KNIT ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE - An orthopedic device includes a textile panel having interior and exterior surfaces, and a first stabilizer assembly including a first tubular welt sewn or knitted within and extending from an exterior surface of the textile panel. A first cable is slidably extending through the tubular welt and a strap is connected to a first end of the cable extending from a first opening of the welt, and the strap is adjustably securable over the textile panel. The orthopedic device may include various portions of stretchability and features for receiving components for the orthopedic device. | 10-09-2014 |
20140316315 | PROTECTION MEMBER AND CONTACT TOOL - A protection member which protects at least a portion of the body of a person or an animal, includes: an impact relaxing portion which is changed according to the shape of a part of the person or the animal to be mounted and absorbs an impact; a deformation suppressing member which suppresses deformation of the shape of the protection member and disperses the impact absorbed by the impact relaxing portion; and a close contact surface which is provided in at least a portion of a mounting surface of the protection member. The deformation suppressing member includes base bodies made of a material harder than the impact relaxing portion and shape defining portions made of a material harder than the base body. The base bodies are provided to be lined up along the planar direction of the protection member, and the shape defining portion is provided in at least a portion between the base bodies. | 10-23-2014 |
20140323935 | DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING AT LEAST A PART OF THE BODY OF A PERSON AND METHOD FOR ADJUSTING SUCH A DEVICE - The invention relates to an orthosis for supporting at least a part of the body of a person, comprising:
| 10-30-2014 |
20150018733 | Variable Modulus Body Brace And Body Brace System - A brace for a part of a body includes a first conductive fiber associated with a first polarity, and a second conductive fiber associated with a second polarity different from the first polarity. The second fiber is woven together with the first fiber and insulated from the first fiber. The brace also includes a selectively electrically activated cross-linking agent between the first and second fibers. The agent is constructed to cross-link in a first active mode when the first and second fibers are electrified and is constructed to not cross-link in a second inactive mode when the first and second fibers are not electrified. The brace surrounds a body part, such as a knee or neck. The agent can include an ER fluid and/or EAP. A brace system includes a selectively electrically activated brace for the part of the body. | 01-15-2015 |
20150025428 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A TOTAL CONTACT AND OFFLOADING CAST - The present invention relates to orthopedic casts. In particular, some implementations relate to one or more components of a total contact cast system that can be used in the treatment of an appendage, such as a leg or foot. While the cast system can comprise any suitable component, in some cases, it includes an elongated piece of hardenable casting material. In some such cases, the casting material includes a first length of casting material that is configured to extend over a patient's calf, a second length of casting material that is configured to wrap around a portion of the patient's foot, and a third length of the casting material that is configured to extend up a shin of the patient's leg. In some cases, one or more wings or straps extend between the first and third lengths of the elongated piece of hardenable casting material. Other implementations are also described. | 01-22-2015 |
20150025429 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A SHEAR REDUCTION SYSTEM FOR AN ORTHOPEDIC CAST - The present invention relates to orthopedic casts. In particular, some implementations relate to a cast system having one or more underlayment components that are disposed between an internal surface of a cast or splint and a body part that is covered by the cast or splint. While the underlayment components can include any suitable element, in some cases, they include a compression sock and a padding layer. Additionally, in some such cases, the compression sock and the padding layer are capable of moving (at least somewhat) with respect to each other such that shearing movement between the skin of a casted appendage and the cast itself is configured to take place between the padding layer and the compression sock (and/or another portion of the underlayment). Additionally, in some cases, one or more components of the underlayment comprise an antimicrobial material, such as a bamboo fabric. Other implementations are also described. | 01-22-2015 |
20150088043 | ACTIVELY CONTROLLED WEARABLE ORTHOTIC DEVICES AND ACTIVE MODULAR ELASTOMER SLEEVE FOR WEARABLE ORTHOTIC DEVICES - A flexible orthotic device includes two or more active components embedded in a sheet material. Each active component can include a controller and one or more actuation elements controlled by the controller. The two or more active components can communicate with each other and cause the active components to contract and dynamically change the structural characteristics of the orthotic device. By coordinating the motion of two or more active components, the flexible orthotic device can be programmed to assist or resist the motion of a subject wearing the device. The orthotic device can be effectively employed to provide locomotion assistance, gait rehabilitation, and gait training. Similarly, the orthotic device may be applied to the wrist, elbow, torso, or any other body part. The active components may be actuated to effectively transmit force to a body part, such as a limb, to assist with movement when desired. Additionally or alternatively, the active components may also be actuated to provide support of varying rigidity for the corresponding body part. The active components can be actuated to provide specialized learning tasks to enhance exploratory learning. | 03-26-2015 |
20150290011 | FLEXIBLE SUPPORT BRACE - A flexible joint brace. The brace has a generally annular structure with a main section and at least one support section aligned along a plane of motion for the human limb or aligned along a meridian proximate to the joint. The main section is formed with larger holes throughout and the support section is formed with smaller holes, the smaller holes providing an increased volume of material that supports and stabilizes the underlying joint in the direction of movement affected by the injury or arthritis. | 10-15-2015 |
20150366695 | LIMB STABILIZATION DEVICE - A limb stabilization device is described, including: two or more collars configured to surround a limb and apply a pressure to the limb at or below a threshold pressure, wherein the collar comprises a pressurized bladder or a compressed memory foam to conform the collar to the limb; at least one beam connecting the two or more collars to support the limb; and optionally a pressure modulator configured to regulate the pressure of the bladder to be at or below a threshold pressure. | 12-24-2015 |
20160008159 | Adaptable protective device | 01-14-2016 |
20160053433 | KNIT FABRIC FOR ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORT MATEIRAL - The invention relates to a knit fabric for orthopedic support material. The knit fabric comprises in the weft yarn inlay/cross direction synthetic organic microdenier yarn of no greater than 1.5 denier per filament (dpf) and synthetic organic multi-filament yarn of greater than 2.5 denier per filament (dpf). It is impregnated with a curable resin which on activation with a curing agent forms a cast supporting the patient's limb. The knit fabric according to invention exhibits the high holding capacity of the resin over time, said capacity being sufficient to prevent resin leak from a resin-coated fabric. | 02-25-2016 |
20160074203 | CUSTOMIZABLE FITTED APPARATUS - A customizable fitted device for immobilizing injuries and a method for constructing the fitted device is provided. The fitted device can be used to stabilize an al 1, wrist, hand, leg, knee, ankle, foot or other body parts through custom formation. The device can be formed by a sidewall having one or more sidewall sections that can be secured together using retaining clips positioned within retaining clip slots on the device. The device can further include one or more openings defined in the sidewall of each device section while maintaining rigidity in the sidewall. The device can be constructed by of creating a 3D image scan of the particular body part in which the device will be applied, creating a design of the device to precisely match the contours of the 3D image scan, and using a 3D printer to construct the device according to the design. | 03-17-2016 |
20160081843 | Wrist-Hand-Finger Orthosis - A wrist-hand-finger orthosis ( | 03-24-2016 |
20160151209 | Orthopaedic Cast Tacks | 06-02-2016 |
20160184125 | MAGNETORHEOLOGICAL MEDICAL BRACE - The magnetorheological (MAR) medical brace includes a flexible outer shell that fits around the anatomical area to be braced and a plurality of adjustable straps for securing the shell onto the anatomical area. The shell encases a MAR pack filled with magnetorheological fluid or gel. A plurality of magnets is attached to or encased in the shell to provide magnetic field acting on the MAR pack. The interaction of the magnetic field with the MAR pack adjustably increases or decreases the stiffness of the shell depending on the strength of the magnetic field. A control mechanism is provided for selective adjustment of the magnetic field and other functions. | 06-30-2016 |
20160193069 | SUBSTRATE | 07-07-2016 |
602007000 | By heat application | 29 |
20080249446 | Low-temperature reusable thermoplastic splint - This invention is directed toward a splint, where there is a layer of material, such as fabric-laminated foam neoprene, that encompasses a part of the body intended to be immobilized, supported, or protected, and permanently secured to this layer of material is a low temperature thermoplastic. This thermoplastic is rigid when cool, and malleable when heated. The temperature at which the thermoplastic is malleable is low enough so that the splint can be molded directly on the body. The thermoplastic can be heated, molded, and cooled together with the layer of material. The combined elements of the low temperature thermoplastic with the layer of material create a removable remoldable splint that can be immersed in water without degrading the integrity of the splint. | 10-09-2008 |
20080262400 | COMPOSITE MOLDABLE SPLINT AND METHOD OF FORMING SAME - A composite moldable splint having at least a first splinting member with an inner foam layer, an intermediate thermoplastic layer, and an external securing layer. The inner foam layer provides a soft, moisture transmitting, non-latex padding. The intermediate thermoplastic layer provides remoldable shape, and rigidity and strength after heat forming and cooling. The outer securing layer, preferably covered with continuous loop fabric suitable for hook and loop fastening, provides an essentially infinite plurality of attachment points for retaining straps including at least a section of hook fastening material for holding the splint in place. The layers of the composite moldable splint are preferably heat welded to form a strong unitary structure that is resistant to delamination. Composite moldable splints utilizing multiple splinting members are described. | 10-23-2008 |
20080319362 | Orthopedic System for Immobilizing and Supporting Body Parts - A unitized cast system for immobilizing and supporting a body part. The unitized casting system includes a first inner layer for padding and dissipating heat against the patient's skin. A second layer is formed from a thermoformable structural material such as perforated plastic. A protective third outer layer is provided to provide insulation for the second layer. These three layers are formed together to form a unitized cast system that is easily formed and applied to the patient. | 12-25-2008 |
20100022928 | System for Producing an Orthopedic Splint - The disclosure relates to a system for producing an orthopedic splint made of a cast material, wherein the system includes at least one thermoplastic cast material present as a flat material web and a template having a flat template body, wherein the cast material can be wound around the template body in a prescribed direction for generating a splint blank, and the splint blank can be activated in order to achieve deformability, particularly after cutting the cast material to length, and to a method for producing an orthopedic splint. | 01-28-2010 |
20100036300 | Orthopaedic Devices - A custom mouldable orthopaedic device ( | 02-11-2010 |
20100249682 | SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER MEDICAL CAST - A medical cast and methods of using the same are disclosed. The method of making includes providing a shape memory polymer (SMP) in a permanent shape which corresponds to a limb's general shape but has a diameter smaller than the limb's diameter. The SMP is converted from the permanent shape into a primary temporary shape, which has a diameter larger than both a diameter of the permanent shape and a diameter of the limb. The limb is at least partially surrounded with the SMP in its primary temporary shape. The SMP is then heated, which causes the primary temporary shape to i) attempt to revert to the permanent shape, and ii) conform to a secondary temporary shape having a diameter smaller than that of the primary temporary shape and larger than that of the permanent shape. The SMP in the secondary temporary shape conforms to the limb. | 09-30-2010 |
20120203155 | MOLDABLE DECORATIVE MATERIAL FOR SPLINTS OR CASTS - A moldable decorative splint material includes a heat-moldable sheet of splint material adapted to become sufficiently pliable when heated to a first temperature to allow the sheet to be molded into a splint configuration that conforms to an anatomical body part and to become hard when cooled to a second temperature to retain the splint configuration. The splint material includes a plurality of decorative elements integrated with the sheet of splint material. The decorative elements are to be retained by the sheet of splint material when the sheet is heated to the first temperature, molded into a splint configuration, and cooled to the second temperature. | 08-09-2012 |
20120271210 | Conformable material for an orthotic device and method of making same - A conformable material for an orthotic device including a plurality of fibers each including a plurality of filaments encapsulated by a first thermoplastic material. A second thermoplastic material is configured to bind the plurality of fibers and form the conformable material. | 10-25-2012 |
20130072839 | IMMOBILIZATION DEVICE - The present invention relates to an immobilization device for immobilizing a body part, the immobilization device comprising a sheet of a thermoplastic material which has been shaped to conform to the body part to be immobilized. The thermoplastic material contains at least one nano filler material which is exfoliated. | 03-21-2013 |
20130102940 | ORTHOPEDIC SYSTEM FOR IMMOBILIZING AND SUPPORTING BODY PARTS - A unitized cast system for immobilizing and supporting a body part. The unitized casting system includes a first inner layer for padding and dissipating heat against the patient's skin. A second layer is formed from a thermoformable structural material such as perforated plastic. A protective third outer layer is provided to provide insulation for the second layer. These three layers are formed together to form a unitized cast system that is easily formed and applied to the patient. | 04-25-2013 |
20130172795 | Bandaging material - A bandaging material in the form of a linear structure. The material comprises a first layer formed by a composite containing a thermoplastic polymer selected from the group of polymers and mixtures thereof, and a woody material derived from platy or granular wood particles having a minimum average size in one dimension of 0.1 mm. The material further comprises a second layer of a textile material having a first and a second surface. The first layer is superposed on said second layer in such a way that said first layer is essentially attached only to the first surface of said second layer. In this way, a bandaging material is obtained which has a suitably small self-adhesion which allows for it being coiled to a roll without force during manufacturing process. The bandaging material can further be uncoiled smoothly by hand followed by subsequent applying of it around limb at application temperature without delamination. | 07-04-2013 |
20130267878 | WEIGHT-BEARING LOWER EXTREMITY BRACE - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to a device and/or system (e.g., redistributing weight away from a subject's foot), which may comprise (a) a platform, (b) at least one vertical support fixed to the platform and extending upwardly from the platform, and (c) at least one cuff (i) configured to surround and releasably grip at least a portion of a subject's leg other than the foot and (ii) mounted (e.g., adjustably) to the at least one vertical support at a vertical position along the at least one vertical support sufficient to suspend a subject's foot in a non-weight-bearing position above the platform during ambulation, wherein the platform, the at least one vertical support, and the at least one cuff together are configured to bear at least the subject's full weight. | 10-10-2013 |
20140039366 | FOAM CORE SANDWICH SPLINT - A multi-layered composite material suitable for use in orthopedics includes a foam core layer bonded between two layers of thermoformable polymer material. The thermoformable material is heat formable within a target temperature range allowing for rapid heating and application to a patient such as in the form of a splint. While within the target temperature range, the composite material includes a dwell time sufficiently long to enable proper fitment and adjustment, yet not overly long requiring extended periods of holding the composite material in place. The composite material is very light yet extremely rigid and easily conformable to patients. | 02-06-2014 |
20140039367 | ORTHOPEDIC BRACE FOR ANIMALS - Orthopedic braces and splints for use on a limb of an animal, that provide stability for unstable joints and limbs for short or long term support and function. These orthoses are designed to prevent the occurrence of, or reduce the severity of, a joint injury. These braces and splints can also be fitted immediately after corrective surgery, and can support and stabilize the joint while assisting or restricting the range of motion. Various embodiments of the orthoses are modular, thermoformable and may include an adjustable tensioning system, which in combination provide a custom fit for a wide variety of animals and injuries. | 02-06-2014 |
20140052037 | SHEET-LIKE CARBON NANOTUBE-POLYMER COMPOSITE MATERIAL - Use of a sheet-like composite material for the manufacture of an immobilization element, wherein the sheet-like composite material is made from a material comprising a thermoplastic polymer containing carbon nanotubes as a fibrous reinforcing material, obtainable by dispersing carbon nanotubes in a dispersing liquid in which the thermoplastic polymer does not dissolve, subjecting the dispersion to an ultrasonic treatment, adding of particles thermoplastic polymer to the dispersion and mixing of the thermoplastic polymer with the dispersion of carbon nanotubes, removing of the dispersing liquid, forming of the thermoplastic polymer impregnated with carbon nanotubes into a sheet. | 02-20-2014 |
20140058304 | SEMI-RIGID SHOULDER BRACES AND RELATED METHODS - Shoulder braces for inhibiting secondary anterior shoulder dislocations that are configured to allow for a wide range of motion for mobility and stabilization, include a brace body with a single arm portion configured to reside about a shoulder of a user and a torso portion, a plurality of shoulder straps extending over the single arm portion shoulder, a substantially rigid thermoplastic insert releasably held by the arm portion of the brace body. The insert can have a user-specific custom shape that substantially conforms to shoulder anatomy of the shoulder of the user. The brace can also include at least one adjustable length laterally extending torso strap attached to the torso portion. | 02-27-2014 |
20140081188 | WRIST SUPPORT DEVICE - A wrist support device includes a splint body having a central portion and a thumb extension. The central portion provides a protective shield which is located such as to overlie a carpal tunnel of a human wrist when the device is worn. The central portion is raised relative to surrounding sections of the splint body such that the central portion can be elevated from the carpal tunnel, does not contact the wearer, and provides a support surface which disperses external forces acting thereon to locations other than the carpal tunnel so as not to compress the carpal tunnel. The thumb extension section of the splint body confronts, supports and stabilizes a base of a thumb of the wearer. The device permits the wearer to rest the inner wrist on counters, keyboard surfaces, counter edges or sharp and irregular surfaces without compression of the carpal tunnel area. | 03-20-2014 |
20140188021 | Orthopaedic splinting system - A composite material in the form of a linear structure having a width, a length and a thickness, comprising a composite material with a first component formed by a polymer and a second component formed by a reinforcing material, wherein the first component comprises a thermoplastic polymer selected from the group of biodegradable polymers and mixtures thereof, and the second component comprises a woody material derived from platy or granular wood particles. The composite material being formable at a temperature of about 50 to 70° C. and it can be used as a blank for an orthopedic splint. | 07-03-2014 |
20140343470 | HIP SPICA CAST AND UNDERGARMENT FOR USE WITH HIP SPICA CAST - An undergarment for use with a cast tape to form a hip spica cast, such as a pantaloon-type hip spica cast. The cast includes at least one layer of a 3D spacer synthetic padding material formed into a fabric of monofilament yarns and fabricated into an anatomically correct undergarment structure for being positioned around a torso and residing directly against the skin of a hip spica cast patient. | 11-20-2014 |
20150119775 | STABILIZING ANKLE BRACE - Disclosed are ankle braces with heat moldable stays that provide inversion and eversion support. The stays include heat formable ankle regions to conform to the malleolus of the user's ankle. | 04-30-2015 |
20150148724 | ENHANCED THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS FOR ORTHOSES AND PROSTHESES - An improved thermoplastic material for orthoses and prostheses. This material comprises at least one resin layer of polymeric resin, optionally reinforced with multiple layers or internal fibers, designed to be compatible with vacuum thermoforming, with thickness between 3/64 inches and ¾ inches. The material additionally comprises at least one and optionally two extremely thin cap layers with thickness between 2/1000 and 12/1000 inches, at least one of which is intended for improved compatibility with human skin, and the other of which can be configured for various cosmetic or UV protection purposes. Methods of producing this material, and various orthotic and prosthetic devices using this material, are also taught. | 05-28-2015 |
20150290017 | CUSTOMIZED SPINAL BRACING TO AID IN NEUROMOTOR TRAINING - A thermoformable spinal brace for customizable shaping to a wearer by a skilled clinician, preferably worn under the wearer's clothes and worn over and releasably attached to a subsystem of neuromotor training garments for the torso. The subsystem of garments for the torso may include upper- and lower-torso garments whether unitary or two or more pieces interconnected with flexible straps. An anterior apron assembly with strapping is included for further support, creating a unique therapeutic mammalian musculoskeletal spinal orthosis system. | 10-15-2015 |
20150305914 | MULTI-LAYER CAST SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A multi-layer cast for immobilizing a body member of a patient includes a hydrophobic sleeve having a shape configured to be applied over the body member and substantially conform to the shape of the body member, and a moldable layer configured to be positioned around said sleeve and hardened to conform to the shape of said body member adjacent said sleeve is presented. The hydrophobic sleeve includes fibers configured to wick moisture outward away from the body member, and the moldable layer includes a network of pores that extend through the moldable layer such that the pores are configured to contact the hydrophobic sleeve to promote flow of moisture from the hydrophobic sleeve outward through the moldable layer. An external removable wrap may also be detachably disposed around the moldable layer for additional support and moisture wicking. | 10-29-2015 |
20150335460 | PLANTAR FASCIA SUPPORT SYSTEM - Low profile, contoured footplates that maintain tension in the plantar fascia without causing undue discomfort to the user are suggested for treatment of plantar fasciitis and other heel pain. The footplates may be ambidextrous and thus used to support either the left and right plantar fascia. The footplates can be used in assemblies for securing the footplate to the wearer's foot, as well as systems for iterative treatment of plantar fasciitis and other heel pain. | 11-26-2015 |
20160008160 | Thermoformable laminate for orthopedic splints | 01-14-2016 |
20160067078 | MOLDABLE SPLINT AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A composite moldable splint and method for using the same is described. In some embodiments, the splint has at least a partially fluid-filled inner volume, which in some embodiments may include foam, rubber, water, or pelletized material, surrounded by a thermoplastic layer that is flexible and moldable when heated. The inner volume, which may include a thermoactive adhesive having differing viscosity characteristics at a plurality of temperatures, provides the ability to mold the cushion into a wide range of shapes and contours, such as when forming around a body part. The thermoplastic layer provides the ability of the cushion to be molded when heated, while the inner volume tends to maintain a shape, and allows the thermoplastic layer to stay in its formed shape as the cushion cools. The cushion may be used in a range of medical applications for stabilizing patients and body parts. | 03-10-2016 |
20160095737 | CUSTOM MULTI-LAYERED ORTHOTIC/ORTHOSIS, AND METHOD FOR FORMING - A multilayer orthotic/orthosis has a cover layer, a shell layer and a posting layer. The shell layer is formed of a thermoplastic having a moldable temperature. The rigidity of the shell layer, and in particular the rigidity of the thermoplastic is chosen to be of a magnitude to support the portion of the individual at temperatures below the moldable temperature. The shell layer, preferably the thermoplastic, has a flexibility above the moldable temperature to mold the shell layer into a shape to support the portion of the individual. The shell layer has two layers of woven polyester fibers (“scrim”) on the top and bottom. The scrim gives the plastic strength and prevents it from stretching excessively when molding. These unique properties make the material well suited for stacking multiple layers without having excessive bulking of material top lines. Both sides of the shell layer are coated with a layer of hot melt cement/glue/adhesive for easy attachment of various layers or other materials. One side of the shell layer is connected to one side of the cover layer. A posting layer is arranged on a side of the shell layer diametrically opposite the cover layer, and provides support for the orthotic/orthosis in order to prevent rocking, especially when the orthotic/orthosis is for the foot of the individual. | 04-07-2016 |
20160166420 | Multifunctional Orthosis Device and Method Of Use | 06-16-2016 |
20160250063 | Novel materials | 09-01-2016 |
602008000 | By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast) | 14 |
20090036812 | MEDICAL BANDAGE SUBSTRATE, MEDICAL BANDAGE, AND MEDICAL BANDAGING PRODUCT WITH LOW ABRASION SIDE EDGES AND METHOD - A medical bandaging product, including a sleeve formed of moisture-impervious material and sealable to prevent entry of moisture, and a medical material positioned in the sleeve and sealed therein against entry of moisture until use. The medical material is a substrate having two marginal areas of relatively lower modulus yarns and/or a more open knitted structure to provide reduced abrasion against the skin. A reactive system on the substrate remains stable when maintained in substantially moisture-free conditions and hardens upon exposure to sufficient moisture to form a rigid, self supporting structure. A soft, flexible protective material covers at least one of the major faces of the substrate along its length to provide a cushioning barrier between the substrate and the skin of a patient when the material is in use. | 02-05-2009 |
20090299241 | MEDICAL BANDAGE SUBSTRATE, MEDICAL BANDAGE, AND MEDICAL BANDAGING PRODUCT WITH LOW ABRASION SIDE EDGES, AND METHOD - A medical bandaging product, including a sleeve formed of moisture-impervious material and sealable to prevent entry of moisture, and a medical material positioned in the sleeve and sealed therein against entry of moisture until use. The medical material is a substrate having two marginal areas of relatively lower modulus yarns and/or a more open knitted structure to provide reduced abrasion against the skin. A reactive system on the substrate remains stable when maintained in substantially moisture-free conditions and hardens upon exposure to sufficient moisture to form a rigid, self supporting structure. A soft, flexible protective material covers at least one of the major faces of the substrate along its length to provide a cushioning barrier between the substrate and the skin of a patient when the material is in use. | 12-03-2009 |
20100185129 | PORTABLE SPLINT ASSEMBLY FOR EMERGENCY PATIENT - Disclosed is a portable splint assembly for emergency patient capable of remarkably reducing a setup time for surgical operation on a bone-fracture patient. The portable splint assembly for emergency patient comprises a medical splint for bone-fracture patient; a first envelope of synthetic resin series for surrounding the medical splint in the shape of a seal; a hardening solution having a purified water for hardening the splint; a second envelope of synthetic resin series for surrounding the hardening solution in the shape of a seal; and a connection part for connecting the first envelope and the second envelope to each other. Here, in a state that the first envelope and the second envelope are integrally formed as one member, the connection part of a line shape is formed in a boundary line of the first and the second envelopes through a heat-fusing process. | 07-22-2010 |
20110172575 | SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING AN ORTHOPEDIC SPLINT - The disclosure relates to a system for producing an orthopedic splint made of a cast material, wherein the system includes at least one thermoplastic cast material present as a flat material web and a template having a flat template body, wherein the cast material can be wound around the template body in a prescribed direction for generating a splint blank, and the splint blank can be activated in order to achieve deformability, particularly after cutting the cast material to length, and to a method for producing an orthopedic splint. | 07-14-2011 |
20110224590 | ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE SET - The invention relates to an orthopedic bandage set including A) a light hardenable bandage material and B) a lighting appliance, where A) includes at least one loose or coherent material which is fibrous, porous or particulate, and which has been impregnated with a light hardenable composition including the constituents I and II and possibly III and possibly IV, where I includes at least one ethylenically unsaturated compound, where II is a light activatable polymerization initiator system, where III includes at least one passive polymer, and where IV includes one or more additional auxiliary materials, and where B) includes a shell-like structure having two principal surfaces and possibly one or more edge surfaces which connect the principal surfaces, which shell-like structure embedded in its interior or attached to its one principal surface has one or more primary light sources, of which at least one is capable of emitting light having at least one wavelength in the range 200-750 nm, and which shell-like structure has a maximum thickness of 1.5-40 mm and an extension in one direction of preferably 6-60 cm and an extension in another direction of preferably 15-170 cm. | 09-15-2011 |
20110245745 | Compact Package for an Orthopedic Cast - A compact package for making an orthopedic cast is disclosed. The package comprises a fabric folded and compressed, having an initial over-all surface area, that, when saturated with water, expands to final over-all surface area that is larger by a factor greater than 50 than the initial over-all surface area. The expansion of the fabric occurs during a first time period. The package also includes a water-curable material, impregnated into the fabric, so that when the material is saturated with water, the material cures over a second period of time to become rigid, wherein the second period of time is substantially longer than the first period of time. When the package is used, the fabric impregnated with the material may be immersed in water and expanded. Once expanded and unfolded, the fabric may be placed around a portion of a body for which the orthopedic cast is desired. When the second time period elapses, the material has become rigid so as to form the orthopedic cast. | 10-06-2011 |
20110301518 | Orthopedic cast-embeddable window device - An orthopedic cast window is provided for creating an access to a site of injury, such as a broken limb. The device comprising: A cast-embeddable hollow body has a tubular member defining an opening and having a first peripheral edge and a second peripheral edge. The opening is sized to extend about the site of injury without obstructing access to the injured site. An inner flange is secured to the first peripheral edge, extending transversely to the tubular member; an outer flange secured to the second peripheral edge, extending transversely to the tubular member. When embedded in the cast, the inner flange and at least a part of the tubular member become embedded in the cast bandages. A window cover member is configured to be detachably positioned within the opening in the tubular member in a covering relationship to said opening to allow easy access to the site of injury. | 12-08-2011 |
20130204171 | COMPACT PACKAGE FOR AN ORTHOPEDIC CAST - A compact package for making an orthopedic cast is made from a fabric folded and compressed, having an initial over-all surface area, that, when saturated with water, expands to final over-all surface area that is larger by a factor greater than 50 than the initial over-all surface area. The package also includes a water-curable material, impregnated into the fabric, so that when the material is saturated with water, the material cures to become rigid. When the package is used, the fabric impregnated with the material may be immersed in water and expanded. Once expanded and unfolded, the fabric may be placed around a portion of a body for which the orthopedic cast is desired. The material then becomes rigid so as to form the orthopedic cast. | 08-08-2013 |
20130324897 | SPRAY FOAM SPLINT - Orthopedic splinting materials and methods for stabilizing an injured limb or extremity of a human or animal comprising applying a foam to the limb or extremity and allowing the foam set to sufficient rigidity, which can be in less than 60 seconds. The foam, such as a Spray Polyurethane Foam, can be sprayed directly on the skin without producing an amount of heat release that is painful or uncomfortable on the skin. Also provided is a kit for stabilizing an injured limb or extremity comprising a dispenser comprising the present foam. Further provided is situ preparation and application of a compression bandage on an injured patient in an emergency or combat situation comprising applying the present foam. A spine board and a method for making the same comprising applying the present foam to the patient's back, then contacting the foam with a board or flat surface before the foam sets. | 12-05-2013 |
20150335491 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CORRECTING AURICULAR DEFORMITIES - An auricular support system can include a substrate and a mold material. The substrate can include a substrate body having a first end and an opposed second end. At least a portion of the first end can be configured to carry an adhesive suitable to attach to a dermal surface. The second end defines at least one void. The mold material can be configured to be applied to both an auricular structure and the second end of the substrate body such that the mold material becomes disposed in the void and molds about the auricular structure. The mold material can be configured to cure after the mold material is applied to the auricular structure and the substrate body so as to support the auricular structure relative to the substrate. The auricular support system can further include an auxiliary support structure configured to attach to the auricular structure. | 11-26-2015 |
602009000 | Embedded removal element | 3 |
20100222726 | Method and apparatus to remove cast from an individual - A method for installing a fiberglass cast on and removing the cast from an individual includes an openended pliable thin-walled polymer guide track and cutting tool designed to track along said guide track to cut the cast and to prevent, while a cast is being removed, injury to the individual. | 09-02-2010 |
20130172796 | CAST REMOVAL KIT AND METHOD - A device, kit and method thereof for removing an orthopedic cast. | 07-04-2013 |
20130296753 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ORTHOPEDIC CAST REMOVAL UTILIZING A ROTARY IMPACT DRIVER - An orthopedic cast removal tool and method uses an unmodified, typically cordless, rotary impact driver and a embedded wire to cut through an orthopedic cast for removal. By merging it with a slotted spacer block specifically for this cast removal purpose, an ergonomic tool is provided which allays fears of orthopedic patients. When rotating and encountering high resistance of the plaster or fiberglass material of the cast, the cordless rotary impact driver does not bog down; since it seamlessly engages impact action, which offers an order of magnitude or more torque multiplication via short frequent pulses (several per second) to overcome this torque resistance. Thus a high amount of torque with very little reaction force is made available to cut through a cast while affording the technician good control. The cast is cut very rapidly with little dust creation and no jostling of the patient. | 11-07-2013 |
602010000 | Embedded walking iron means | 1 |
20160038329 | TOTAL CONTACT CAST - A lower leg and foot cast including foam padding, a stockinette, cast padding, one or more layers of conformable cast tape, a foam pad having a foot bed and left and right malleolar pads, and a foot and ankle positioning device configured to be positioned over the foam pad, the device including an under foot portion and left and right vertically-extending side extensions configured to be positioned covering the left and right malleolar pads of the foam pad. | 02-11-2016 |