US3759256A
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Splint for immobilization of the mandible
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-01-17
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Granted: 1973-09-18
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Expires: 1992-01-17
Abstract
Abstract A simplified splint for precise immobilization of the mandible or lower jawbone in mandibular injuries having a main or supporting harness of a single piece of material with a chin support and an occiput engaging support connected by curved portions passing over the ears on either side of the patient''s head. A top-of-the-head strap connects the curved portions of the supporting harness together with a quick connect Velcro connection and a pair of posterior straps connect the occiput engaging portion and the chin support portion of the supporting harness together below the ears, each strap having a quick connect Velcro connection so that a splint is provided which may be rapidly placed on a patient without interference with the patient''s ears and forehead.
Inventors
- 👤 Malley J O
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 07:51
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/12; A61F13/122
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
197 words
Splint for immobilization of the mandible, comprising in combination: a. one-piece supporting harness having a chin support and an occiput engaging support, said supporting harness being curved to pass over each ear of a patient to connect the chin support and the occiput engaging support on both sides of a patient''s head; b. top-of-the-headstrap means being attached to said support harness on each side thereof on the portion curved to pass over a patient''s ears, said strap means having a quick attaching means for attaching said strap means over the crown of the head when said harness is on a patient and being adapted to pull the patient''s chin anteriosuperiorly and bring the teeth into occlusion; c. a pair of posterior straps connected to the occiput engaging support portion of said supporting harness and having quick attaching means for attaching each said posterior strap to the chin support portion of said supporting harness, said posterior straps being adapted to pass below said patient''s ears; whereby a patient''s mandible is supported with his ears and forehead being undisturbed; and d. said top-of-the-head strap means quick attaching means having a Velcro connection formed between two portions of the strap.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
197 words
Splint for immobilization of the mandible, comprising in combination: a. one-piece supporting harness having a chin support and an occiput engaging support, said supporting harness being curved to pass over each ear of a patient to connect the chin support and the occiput engaging support on both sides of a patient''s head; b. top-of-the-headstrap means being attached to said support harness on each side thereof on the portion curved to pass over a patient''s ears, said strap means having a quick attaching means for attaching said strap means over the crown of the head when said harness is on a patient and being adapted to pull the patient''s chin anteriosuperiorly and bring the teeth into occlusion; c. a pair of posterior straps connected to the occiput engaging support portion of said supporting harness and having quick attaching means for attaching each said posterior strap to the chin support portion of said supporting harness, said posterior straps being adapted to pass below said patient''s ears; whereby a patient''s mandible is supported with his ears and forehead being undisturbed; and d. said top-of-the-head strap means quick attaching means having a Velcro connection formed between two portions of the strap.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
The apparatus in accordance with claim 1 in which each said posterior strap quick attaching means includes a Velcro connection for attaching each strap on one side of the patient''s mandible near the chin portion of said supporting harness.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus in accordance with claim 2 in which said supporting harness, head strap means and posterior straps are made of nylon tricot.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-09-17 | 1977-03-19 | 1977-09-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-17 | 1981-03-19 | 1981-09-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-17 | 1985-03-19 | 1985-09-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |