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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7824353 | Surgical support for femur A surgical support for a femur utilizing a shaft having a proximal portion and a distal portion. The shaft lies along an axis which is coincident with a first plane. A hook connects to the shaft through an intermediate portion and lies in a second plane which inters... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7360264 | Patient immobilization device with diagnostic capabilities A patient immobilization device for immobilizing a patient and performing a diagnostic evaluation of such patient is comprised of a backboard, a structure configured to support the head of a patient on the backboard, and a pupil-sizing indicator positioned on a surf... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7354414 | Vertical traction assembly and method A vertical traction assembly for using gravity to stretch a person's spine comprises a frame structure and a torso harness combination coupled to depend from the frame structure. The harness combination is effective to maintain a person in a vertical traction positi... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7351216 | Method and apparatus for minimizing bed sores and lower back pain in spinal injury patients Apparatus for suspending the calf and foot of a patient recumbent on a bed to relieve pressure on the thigh of the patient includes a leg lift unit in the form of a rigid, trough-like posterior shell shaped to engage under the patient's calf and foot. A bail having ... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7341567 | Traction device for physical therapy A traction device for use on a support surface which includes a body contacting assembly which releasably contacts the a suitable anatomical region of the patient, a gas spring and associated assembly, the gas spring variable between an extended rest position and a ... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7144380 | Traction method and device A traction device utilizes a harness connected to the body of a patient, such as the head or hips. The harness is connected by a clip to a tether which passes through a ratchet pulley connected to a first end of a spring chamber. A second end of the spring chamber i... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7125415 | Neck traction system A neck traction device for delivering or imposing a tension force on the neck area of a person. The traction device includes a rigid vertical support member that has a connector for engaging a support surface. A neck cradle having a pair of rigid spaced apart arms a... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7108671 | Portable lumbar traction device A low-cost, light weight portable lumbar fraction device for home use by a patient including a support structure having a longitudinal axis and a carriage slidable along a portion of the support structure parallel to the longitudinal axis. The carriage includes a re... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7077814 | Resuscitation method using a sensed biological parameter A resuscitation device for automatic compression of victim's chest using a compression belt which exerts force evenly over the entire thoracic cavity. The belt is constricted and relaxed through a motorized spool assembly which repeatedly tightens the belt and relax... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7047976 | Medical device for overcoming airway obstruction A medical device for overcoming upper airway obstruction when a patient is placed in supine position. A cradle receives the patient's head, and the patient's head rests on and is secured to the cradle. Specifically, the head rests upon a first portion. The weight of... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7022094 | Splint system and method of use Devices and methods are disclosed for achieving control and stabilization of bone fractures in mammals, most specifically humans. Stabilization and traction is often required to support fractured bones of the arms or legs. The devices and methods disclosed herein ar... | 04/04/2006 |
| 6994683 | Portable lumbar traction device A portable lumbar traction device wherein a variable tension system allows the user to manually manipulate a level of tension using a ratcheting device while undergoing a traction procedure. The invention easily and quickly anchors to a door frame and includes one o... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6953443 | Tibial distraction device A simple tibial distraction device includes a simple height-adjustable limb support triangle for positioning a patient's knee during surgery. The triangle includes a slidable support plate for carrying a Steinman pin, as well as a foot support strap to apply tractio... | 10/11/2005 |
| 6916302 | Appendage elevator system A device for support and elevation of a limb. More specifically, the invention is a system for elevating a limb, comprising an adjustable sling assembly that can be attached by a hook to a support member that provides the elevation, which in turn can be inserted int... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6821262 | Self operable knee extension therapy device A device for exercising a patient's leg, including rehabilitating a patient's knee joint following knee surgery is disclosed. The device comprises an elongated member with a handle at one end, a harness for holding the patient's foot attached to the other end, and a... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6811541 | Traction device An traction apparatus for use in manipulating a patient's arm and wrist bones comprises a traction assembly having a plurality of finger traps, a plurality of springs with each spring capable of releasably associating with at least one trap, and a swivel base secure... | 11/02/2004 |
| 6533744 | Portable apparatus for applying traction forces to a human or animal body Portable traction apparatus for applying traction forces to a human or animal body includes a support member and an elongated, double-ended traction arm pivotally connected to the support member. The traction arm is mounted for movement about orthogonally... | 03/18/2003 |
| 6302859 | Traction device The present invention utilizes a user's arm strength opposed by large stretch bands attached to the harness to achieve 100% of the traction force or "pull-weight." The principal components of the device are an anchoring system, such as a frame, and a harn... | 10/16/2001 |
| 6258050 | Cervical vertebral traction device and method A vertebral traction device for applying traction to the cervical vertebral column. A method for applying traction to the cervical vertebral column.... | 07/10/2001 |
| 6244995 | Fitness exercise apparatus--the slider The invention relates to an exercise device capable of entirely supporting a person's head, back and buttocks (seat) through the use of a carriage (located and moving on the inclined semi-circular tracks) and the feet through the use of the foot rest. The... | 06/12/2001 |
| 6217538 | Cervical/upper thoracic relaxer A portable, free-standing head support frame for passively inducing cervical and thoracic flexion while maintaining traction includes a base support platform for placement on the floor or other stable treatment surface, an upright head support frame that ... | 04/17/2001 |
| 6190345 | Vertebral traction device and method A vertebral traction device for applying traction to the lower vertebral column. A method for applying traction to the lower vertebral column.... | 02/20/2001 |
| 6186968 | Foldable electric traction machine An foldable electric traction machine comprises a front beam, a rear beam and a joint connecting the front beam and the rear beam. A motor is mounted beneath the rear beam. A sliding bracket is mounted on an extension beam and can be moved by the motor. T... | 02/13/2001 |
| 6123680 | Centrifugal force device and method for treatment of orthopedic spinal disorders A centrifugal force device and method for treating neck and back pain associated with intervertebral disc disorders is described. The patient is secured to a table in vertical position with the table being oriented about its vertical axis so as to maximiz... | 09/26/2000 |
| 5906586 | Vectored pneumatic joint separator A spinal joint separator device and method for exercising a spine to promote spinal health are provided. The device may generally include a frame and a first and a second bladder secured to the frame for separating vertebrae in the spine in order to promo... | 05/25/1999 |
| 5865781 | Electro-mechanical traction device with controls An electro-mechanical traction device is provided which includes a motor driven linear actuator connected to a guided carriage. A second carriage is mounted in tandem with the first on a common guide. The two carriages are connected by a spring. A patient... | 02/02/1999 |
| 5735806 | Wrist traction apparatus An apparatus for applying a traction force to an appendage of a subject which includes a one-way gripping device having a channel and a cam. The cam is pivotal so that a gripping surface of the cam can be positioned in the channel. A force applicator whic... | 04/07/1998 |
| 5687742 | Knee extension device A knee extension device and method for using same for rehabilitating an injured knee by gradually extending the knee into a straightened position is disclosed. The knee extension device includes an elongated body member, a lower leg support member attache... | 11/18/1997 |
| 5509894 | Leg suspension method for flexion and extension exercise of the knee or hip joint A leg suspension device is provided enabling rehabilitative exercise of the leg, and specifically enabling passive or active range of motion exercise of the knee or hip joint. The leg suspension device includes a bar having proximal and distal segments, a... | 04/23/1996 |
| 5451202 | Cervical traction device An apparatus for applying cervical traction to a user (22) with a head halter (24) is disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame (24), a tensioner assembly (34), a cord (42), and a pulley (44). The frame has a generally straight section (28), a curved sect... | 09/19/1995 |
| 5370605 | Cervical visualization harness A cervical visualization harness for use in applying traction to sedated and/or anesthetized patients. The cervical visualization harness includes a body portion and a pair of straps which extend from the body portion up over the shoulders of the patient ... | 12/06/1994 |
| 5342290 | Appliance for improved radiographic visualization of the cervical spine The X-ray exposure in lateral projection of the cervical spine region of a traumatized patient resting on a trauma board or like emergency carrier is facilitated by an applicance in the form of a traction board having a flat base plate adapted to fit in t... | 08/30/1994 |
| 5306231 | Traction system for a patient in a bed An apparatus operable in cooperation with a bed having a top surface and opposite head and foot ends for applying traction to a patient's lower back, including a lower sheet extending from the head end lengthwise to the foot end, said sheet including exce... | 04/26/1994 |
| 5303716 | Portable device for rehabilitative exercise of the leg A portable rehabilitation device employing a suspension system to enable passive or active range of motion exercise of the knee or hip joint. The device has a base adapted to support the suspension system while the patient reclines to perform the respecti... | 04/19/1994 |
| 5181904 | Pneumatic traction device with electrically controlled compressor and relief valve A pneumatic traction device is provided which includes a pneumatic cylinder having a patient engaging device mounted to a pneumatic piston slidably positioned in the pneumatic cylinder. The pneumatic cylinder in turn is connected to a mounting device whic... | 01/26/1993 |
| 5092322 | Patient-controlled traction device A device for traction medical therapy exerts a force on the patient as selected via a patient or doctor-controlled hand-held unit. The unit sends signals to a traction puller device which may be secured to the end of the patient's bed, or on some other ap... | 03/03/1992 |
| 4784122 | Portable cervical traction device using constant force springs A compact cervical traction apparatus having a carriage which is slidably disposed over a base, the carriage carrying a head support band. A pair of springs that provide a uniform traction force over the entire range of carriage movement are enclosed with... | 11/15/1988 |
| 4782827 | Orthopedic apparatus The apparatus comprises a base in slots of which two posts are removably mounted. One post is provided for supporting an orthopedic support in form of a shoe and the other post for supporting a set of two cradle splints. The cradle splints are pivotably c... | 11/08/1988 |
| 4664099 | Traction device A traction device for treating a fracture in the femur bone of a child between the ages of 3 to 10 is described. A special frame and pelvic belt used in conjunction with adjustable tensioning devices is fitted to a child for the treatment of the fracture ... | 05/12/1987 |
| 4641637 | Traction device Apparatus for use by a person lying on a support surface to enable the person to apply spinal traction to him or herself, the apparatus comprises a generally U-shaped frame with parallel side rails and a somewhat elevated crossbar connecting the side rail... | 02/10/1987 |
