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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6186965 | Dissolvable septal splint and method of using the same A septal splint that does not require surgical removal after implantation. The septal splint is designed to be dissolvable over a period of time, thereby eliminating the need to surgically remove the splint. Preferably, the splint dissolves within four we... | 02/13/2001 |
| 6179799 | Orthosis for supination and pronation of the wrist An orthosis (10) for supination-pronation of the human wrist (92) generally comprises arm cuff (20) secured to arm (80) including forearm platform (26) on forearm (87) directly adjacent elbow (84), a wrist connector (30) including swing arm (33) having a ... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6180178 | Method of producing support garments by applying polyurethane coatings to specific areas of fabric This invention relates to support garments which provide a support function through the utilization of a dried polyurethane coating placed on certain areas of the target fabric surface. Such a coating produces a reduction in the elongation characteristics... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6179798 | Adjustment splint assembly An adjustable splint assembly for use in immobilizing the leg of an animal, such as a dog includes an elongated sleeve portion having a plurality of taping clips extending outwardly from opposing sides thereof, and a shaft portion slidably received within... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6179800 | Splint A splint (17) includes first and second collars (18,19) pivotally supported on a body member (20) and adjustable so as to adjust the internal dimensions of the splint (17). A plurality of spaced resilient pads (21-27) are provided on the internal surfaces... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6165148 | Wrist/hand/finger orthosis A wrist/hand/finger orthosis comprises a pliable splint member elongated in a direction from forearm to fingertips, a cover enclosing the splint member, and a plurality of releasable straps connected to the cover. Proximal to distal, the splint member inc... | 12/26/2000 |
| 6148824 | Method for moving a portion of a paralyzed limb A method of moving a portion of a limb which has been partially paralyzed, comprises implanting a biasing device in the body of a person having a limb which is at least partially paralyzed, and attaching one end of the biasing device to a first portion of... | 11/21/2000 |
| 6146348 | Thumb wrist splint and method A thumb wrist splint with a main body portion which includes a plurality of straps for encircling the wrist and securing the same firmly to the wrist with desirable palmar and dorsal stays. A sewn thumb spica/splint is fabricated, and finished by normal b... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6146350 | Ankle brace with removable single piece hinge An ankle brace with a single piece hinge, interchangeable stirrup and pivot legs and an adjustable strap position fastener for protecting and exercising an injured ankle or for use with other orthopedic devices is described herein. The ankle brace pivots ... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6146349 | Natural foot orthosis and method of manufacturing the same A copolymer thermoplastic natural foot orthosis for supporting and controlling the movement of a lower extremity and method for manufacturing the same. The orthosis is fabricated by forming a positive mold of the lower extremity, and modifying the positiv... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6146344 | Lower limb orthotic brace A lower limb orthotic brace to control the movement of the lower limb of a patient comprising a contoured orthotic contact shell and an integral load-bearing frame, the contoured orthotic contact shell comprises at least one layer of fabric impregnated wi... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6142966 | Wrist orthosis A brace for the wrist of a human hand, comprising in combination, an elongated, flexible, relatively thin sheet having an inner side to receive the underside of the user's wrist, the sheet having first and second flaps to wrap over outer side portions of ... | 11/07/2000 |
| 6129692 | Neuropathy relief vacuum traction assist system for carpal tunnel relief An apparatus for relieving carpal tunnel syndrome is comprised of a support plate adapted to be mounted on the wrist of a wearer. An elevated bridge is mounted on the support plate out of contact with the wrist of the wearer. A soft, flexible patch is adh... | 10/10/2000 |
| 6126623 | Splint member and method of usage A splint member comprises a rigid, elongated tube and a cushioning sleeve removably mounted to its exterior. The tube has an externally threaded and an internally threaded section, located on opposing ends of the tube. These threaded sections allow a spli... | 10/03/2000 |
| 6126622 | Medical splint product An elongate medical splint product is provided for being dispensed in lengths suitable for a given medical use. The splint product includes a multi-layer moisture-hardenable plaster substrate having first and second opposed major surfaces. A soft foam cus... | 10/03/2000 |
| 6113562 | Shoulder orthosis A shoulder orthosis is utilized to effect relative movement between bones in a body of a patient. The orthosis includes a base section which is connected with a trunk of a patient's body, an upper arm section which is connected with an upper portion of an... | 09/05/2000 |
| 6110137 | Orthopaedic brace having one-piece cuff An orthopaedic brace having a cuff formed as a single piece from bendable sheet material comprises a generally U-shaped frame having a center segment and two extensions projecting from the ends of the center segment in a common direction. The center segme... | 08/29/2000 |
| 6106492 | Universal carpal tunnel wrist splint A carpal tunnel splint for being custom-fitted to a hand and wrist to be supported, and comprising an elongate, narrow flexible inner cushion layer for being placed on and conformed to the shape of the hand and wrist, an initially flexible intermediate la... | 08/22/2000 |
| 6106493 | Shoulder stabilizer A brace for supporting a wearer's shoulder joint during movement is made of elastic material and comprises a torso strap, a shoulder strap, upper and lower stabilizing straps and a vertical support strap. The torso strap is securable around the torso of t... | 08/22/2000 |
| 6102880 | Wrist brace A lightweight wrist brace has a flexible base which extends along the palm and receives a stiffening member within a pocket. A narrow hand strap extends upwardly and sidewardly from the base at about 105-120 degrees on each side of the base. The two hand ... | 08/15/2000 |
| 6102878 | Adjustable splint There is an adjustable splint for fractures or other injuries of the figure or toe. The splint comprises an anchor plate adapted to be secured against the wearer's palm or sole by a velcro strap or the like, and a channel member which is engagable with ap... | 08/15/2000 |
| 6095994 | Orthesis for the carpal tunnel syndrome The invention relates to an orthesis for the prevention and/or treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, comprising a substantially rigid hand fixation brace having two ends, one of which is provided with a part to be fastened to the wrist and underarm while t... | 08/01/2000 |
| 6093161 | Thermoplastic apparatus with fastener A thermoplastic apparatus and method of use for immobilization or support of a body part of a human or animal, is formed from a sheet of thermoplastic moldable material that is substantially rigid at ambient temperatures and pliable at higher temperatures... | 07/25/2000 |
| 6093164 | Vibratory sleeve and method for the treatment of repetitive trauma syndrome A device for the delivery of low amplitude vibration to limbs comprises a flexible sleeve adaptable to fit circumferentially around the limb of a living being; means for mounting the sleeve about the limb; means for generating a low amplitude vibration, c... | 07/25/2000 |
| 6093162 | Dynamic splint for post-operative treatment of flexible implant arthroplasty of the fingers An improved splint for post-operative treatment of a patient following flexible implant arthroplasty of the fingers. The splint is sizeable to a patient's hand, and features controls for the degree of flexion and extension of each finger, as well as for t... | 07/25/2000 |
| 6086551 | Flexible compression and stabilizing orthotics A flexible compression and stabilizing orthotic for providing sensory input and body awareness to a person suffering from a neurological disorder, autism, proprioceptive and sensory deficits, or hypersensitivity is disclosed. The orthotic is made from a m... | 07/11/2000 |
| 6080123 | Orthotic joint with radial hydraulic force transfer A joint using a combination of hydraulics and ball bearings to convert liner motion into a radial motion and thereby provide both variable extension assist, as well as an infinite number of flexion stops for controlled flexion flow. Applications may inclu... | 06/27/2000 |
| 6080122 | Motion restraining brace A motion restraining brace apparatus for attachment to a patient's joint, such as across the knees or the elbows, to restrain the angle of motion of a brace. A base plate has a locking gear member rotatably attached thereto and having a plurality of locki... | 06/27/2000 |
| 6080121 | Laminated orthopedic brace A laminated orthopedic brace made of a unique blend of material combining Airpreene™ material with Coolmax™ material as a liner. Airpreene™ material affords the properties of heat retention, compression and breathability, while Coolmax™ material w... | 06/27/2000 |
| 6074354 | Orthopedic casting article comprising an apertured, extruded sheet The present invention provides an orthopedic casting article comprising an apertured, extruded sheet. The present invention also provides a method of enclosing a body member, comprising the steps of: heating an apertured, extruded sheet comprising a low t... | 06/13/2000 |
| 6064912 | Orthotic/electrotherapy for treating contractures due to immobility A therapeutic system comprising an orthotic device adapted to extend the range of angular movement between adjacent first and second skeletal body parts which have been drawn to and involuntarily held in a limited angular range of motion position relative... | 05/16/2000 |
| 6063047 | Minimal orthesis for the treatment of osteoporosis Minimal orthesis for the treatment of osteoporosis comprising a rigid brace propping the spine as well as fastening structure for the brace guided around the truncus whereas the brace extends in a supporting manner essentially along the whole length of th... | 05/16/2000 |
| 6063010 | Exercise apparatus A portable exerciser has a generally planar base for receiving a user's foot to be exercised and at least one resilient fastening member for flexibly fastening the user's foot to the base. The attachment member comprises a bar for attaching the resilient ... | 05/16/2000 |
| 6056713 | Moldable custom-fitted ankle brace This invention relates to a conformable ankle brace constructed of a heat moldable thermoplastic material that can be formed in place around a patient's injured ankle. The moldable thermoplastic material is shaped in a manner that produces medial and late... | 05/02/2000 |
| 6053884 | Ankle brace with cuff An ankle brace includes a heel stirrup including a base and left and right upright portions. Left and right pivot legs are pivotably connected to the left and right uprights, respectively. A cuff joins the left and right pivot legs. The left and right por... | 04/25/2000 |
| 6050964 | Cushion article and method of manufacture A cushion article, such as a wrist support or the like, and a method of manufacturing same are provided. The cushion article includes a multiple density, cushioned surface bonded to a molded foam shell. The saddle includes a contoured fabric surface with ... | 04/18/2000 |
| 6048325 | Wrist/hand support device A wrist support device including a modular body having an upper portion and a separate lower portion removably attachable to the upper portion. A glide mechanism, such as felt for lower friction surfaces or plastic for high friction surfaces is disposed i... | 04/11/2000 |
| 6045524 | Joint of orthotic apparatus A joint for an orthotic apparatus is disclosed. The joint includes a main block having arc-shaped grooves formed on opposite sides and a pair of rails separated by each arc-shaped groove. The joint also includes a pair of carriers slidably mounted on the ... | 04/04/2000 |
| 6045519 | Inflatable support device An inflatable support device for supporting the lower back of a user especially when the user is sitting. The device includes an elongate flexible belt adapted for wrapping around the waist area of a wearer. An inflatable waist bladder is coupled to the b... | 04/04/2000 |
| 6045522 | Cervical spine traction apparatus A cervical spine traction apparatus has a generally rearwardly open collar member which has a front portion and a pair of generally rearwardly extending lateral portions. Upwardly open rod supporting housings are provided in the lateral portions. A pair o... | 04/04/2000 |
