US3976062A
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Method of applying orthopedic splints
Assignee: Bio Rad Laboratories Inc
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Filing: 1975-04-21
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Granted: 1976-08-24
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Expires: 1995-04-21
Abstract
Abstract Method and means for orthopedic splinting or bracing comprise materials and procedures for straitjacketing body portions with one or more series of elongate splints of a relatively rigid plastic material in mutually spaced relationship so the splints extend longitudinally of the body part or parts concerned. Bands of perforated plastic material are applied transversely of and about the series of splints and are secured thereto to hold them in place. In those instances in which the splinting is above and below a joint, hinge means may be secured to the respective straitjacket structures to enable effective use of the joint during convalescence.
Inventors
- 👤 Mervyn K. Cox
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 12:26
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/01; A61F5/04; A61F5/05; A61F5/058; A61F5/05841; A61F5/0585
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
124 words
A method of applying orthopedic splints or bracing, comprising applying to the part of the body concerned, a series of elongate splints of a relatively rigid plastic material in mutually spaced relationship so the splints extend longtudinally of the body part concerned; applying about said series, transversely of said splints, bands of perforated plastic material for holding said splints in place; and securing said bands to said splints by an adhesive agent at the points of contact between the bands and the splints, said adhesive agent being capable of bonding the plastic material of the splints to the plastic of the perforated bands, whereby said bands support said splints and the splints and bands together provide a straitjacketing structure for said body part concerned.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
124 words
A method of applying orthopedic splints or bracing, comprising applying to the part of the body concerned, a series of elongate splints of a relatively rigid plastic material in mutually spaced relationship so the splints extend longtudinally of the body part concerned; applying about said series, transversely of said splints, bands of perforated plastic material for holding said splints in place; and securing said bands to said splints by an adhesive agent at the points of contact between the bands and the splints, said adhesive agent being capable of bonding the plastic material of the splints to the plastic of the perforated bands, whereby said bands support said splints and the splints and bands together provide a straitjacketing structure for said body part concerned.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
A method in accordance with claim 1, wherein the bands of perforated plastic are applied to the splints in selected, spaced positions therealong.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
A method in accordance with claim 1, wherein the bands of perforated plastic material are of the nature of an adhesive tape in which the adhesive agent is coated on one side of the bands.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
A method in accordance with claim 1, wherein the bands are secured to said splints by applying a liquid adhesive agent to the points of contact between the bands and the splints, said agent being capable of bonding plastic to plastic.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
60 words
A method in accordance with claim 1, wherein the bands of perforated plastic material are a pair of perforated cuffs being substantially semi-circular in shape so as to conform to the body part to which applied, and means are provided for joining the opposing ends of said pair of cuffs so that the pair of cuffs circumscribe said body part.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
A method in accordance with claim 5, wherein the opposing ends of said cuffs are secured tightly together by means of clasps.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
A method in accordance with claim 5, wherein the opposing ends of said cuffs are secured tightly together by an adhesive or a bonding agent.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-08-24 | 1980-02-23 | 1980-08-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-08-24 | 1984-02-23 | 1984-08-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-08-24 | 1988-02-23 | 1988-08-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |