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7611476 |
Vacuum-sealed orthotic, prosthetic, and other body worn devices
Active suctioning is used to evacuate a fabric, film or membrane for the purpose of securing orthotic, prosthetic, or other body worn articles, including sports-related articles. In contrast to the...
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7559907 |
Temperature-controllable device
Described herein are temperature-controllable devices, and methods for using them. In some variations, the devices comprise a fluid passageway region, which is configured to allow a fluid to flow...
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7497838 |
Method for aerating a cast
A method and apparatus for aerating a fracture sight that employs a membrane or covering that wraps and seals the outside of a breathable, orthopedic cast and typically includes an array of spaced...
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7250034 |
Venting devices for surgical casts and other orthopedic devices
A surgical cast venting device comprises two elongate strips or two layers of flexible material, at least one of which is porous. The strips or layers are spaced apart from each other and extend...
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7229425 |
Method and apparatus for aerating a cast
A method and apparatus for aerating a fracture sight that employs a membrane or covering that wraps and seals the outside of a breathable, orthopedic cast and typically includes an array of spaced...
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7122046 |
Treatment device
A treatment device having a first portion in a first plane, a treatment portion with a cover in a second plane that defines a treatment volume extending between the first and second planes, and a...
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7063677 |
Pneumatic lumbar support and method for developing improved lower back range of motion
A portable and adjustable pneumatic lumbar support is provided having a back section and a leg section adjacent to the back section. A first bladder in the back section inflates to support said...
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7022093 |
Self-contained heating and cooling orthopaedic brace
A self-contained heating and cooling orthopaedic brace is described. The brace generally includes a main body having straps to support the brace on the desired area of the body. These areas can...
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6927316 |
Thermal treatment garment and method of thermally treating body portions
A thermal treatment garment of the present invention includes an outer structure layer formed of a pliable material, an interior lining formed of a gel material which directly contacts the wearer...
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6893411 |
Thigh cuff extension
A thigh cuff extension for use with a medical brace. The thigh cuff extension includes a plurality of flexible and conformable body portions releasably and adjustably connectable to one another so...
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6743250 |
Portable thermal rescue/recovery system
A light weight, portable thermal rescue/recovery system for mammals up to 300 lbs. In in weight, comprising of a mummy bag which contains a circulating liquid which is either heated when the mammal...
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6716235 |
Wound treatment apparatus including a heater and an IR-transparent of IR-transmissive bandage
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a bandage that is transparent to, or transmissive of, energy in the infrared (IR) range of the electromagnetic spectrum, a heater that...
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6689079 |
Support device with pressure adjustment section and method of use
A protective and pressure normalizing device including a support member having an exterior wall and an interior wall which define a first chamber, wherein the support member comprises a pressure...
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6641601 |
Tissue treatment apparatus with a heater, a heat conductive bandage, and a heat-spreading means acting between the heater and bandage
A tissue treatment apparatus is provided which includes a thermally conductive bandage, a heater in thermal contact with the bandage over a tissue treatment area, a heat spreading means acting...
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6616622 |
Surgical cast venting device
A surgical cast venting device comprises an elongate strip of porous fabric material and a number of relatively short, elongate plastic tubing members distributed over and attached to the elongate...
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6602213 |
Disposable splint with instant cold pack
A disposable splint that has a brace, at least one instant cold pack, and an attachment means for attaching the brace and the at least one instant cold pack to a wearer's limb. In a preferred...
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6589270 |
Normothermic treatment apparatus with chemical, phase-change, or hot water means for heating
A treatment apparatus is provided which includes a heater, a thermally conductive structure such as a bandage to support the heater against tissue, and chemical, phase-change, or hot water means...
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6585670 |
Treatment apparatus with a heater adhesively joined to a bandage
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a thermally conductive bandage, a heater in contact with the bandage over a wound treatment area, and an adhesive attachment device for...
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6569189 |
Tissue treatment apparatus including a bandpass filter transparent to selected wavelengths of IR electromagnetic spectrum
A tissue treatment apparatus includes a bandage that is transparent to, or transmissive of, energy in a predetermined range of the infrared (IR) portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. The bandage...
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6547751 |
Surgical cast venting device using stretchable net material
A surgical cast venting device including a stretchable piece of fabric material and one or more aerating devices affixed to and located on the inner surface of the material. The preferred fabric...
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6485506 |
Normothermic treatment apparatus
A treatment apparatus includes a heater, a structure supporting the heater against tissue, and a controller connected to the heater for maintaining a tissue temperature under the structure in a...
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6468295 |
Treatment device
A treatment device having an attachment portion the first plane, a treatment portion with a cover in a second plane that defines a treatment volume extending between the first and second plane, and...
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6436020 |
Articles of manufacture and methods for treating pain
The present invention is directed to articles of manufacture and methods for treating pain and increasing tissue healing and rehabilitation in patients suffering from injury and/or inflammation of...
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6416534 |
Portable heating pad with removable heat pad, removable gel pack and pressure bladder
The present invention provides a portable heating pad capable of transferring heat to an anatomical region of a subject by means of a removable gel pack member which is releasably attached to a...
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6293917 |
Wound treatment device for attachment to skin
A non-contact wound treatment device having a flexible portion to accommodate patient motion without peeling off. A removable heater may be included which is suspended above the wound to define a...
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6283931 |
Tissue treatment apparatus
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a thermally conductive bandage, a heater disposed against the bandage, aligned with a wound treatment area, an adhesive attachment device...
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6274787 |
Transparent, span-over-the-wound bandage
A special bandaging device is provided which includes a canopy, of various shapes and sizes, which has a bottom edge for affixing to the patient's healthy skin surrounding the wound. Once affixed...
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6254557 |
Wound treatment apparatus with infrared absorptive wound cover
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a bandage that absorbs energy in the infrared (IR) range of the electromagnetic spectrum, a heater that generates heat, and an attachment...
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6248084 |
Wound treatment device
A non-contact wound treatment device having a flexible portion to accommodate patient motion without peeling off. A removable wound heater may be used to treat the wound area.
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6235047 |
Wound treatment apparatus with a heater, a heat conductive bandage, and heat-spreading means acting between the heater and bandage
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a thermally conductive bandage, a heater in thermal contact with the bandage over a wound treatment area, a heat spreading means acting...
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6200284 |
Gelastic heel care device and method
The present invention is a protective and pressure normalizing device for a body extremity. The device has a three-dimensional gelastic member, and a cover. The three-dimensional gelastic member...
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6149674 |
Patient thermal regulation system
A system for regulating a core body temperature of a person includes a pressure applicator configured to apply negative or cyclical positive pressure to a portion of the person to vasodilate blood...
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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...
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6095992 |
Wound treatment apparatus for normothermic treatment of wounds
A wound treatment apparatus is provided which includes a thermally conductive bandage, a heater disposed against the bandage, aligned with a wound treatment area, an adhesive attachment device...
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6053882 |
Cast ventilation sleeve
The invention is a ventilation sleeve for reducing skin irritation and odor associated with broken limbs which are immobilized for significant periods of time by casts or the like. The ventilation...
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6029277 |
Therapeutic support glove
A therapeutic support glove for providing relief for such things as hand fatigue, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, tendinitis and other known ailments associated with the human hand including a...
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6001122 |
Bootie with removable thermal pack
A bootie is provided including a sleeve having a tubular configuration and adapted to be slid onto a foot of a user. At least one pocket is mounted on the sleeve. At least one thermal pack is...
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5971947 |
Tennis elbow band and method
A tennis elbow band with a body having an end tab at one end, a strap portion, a thermal packet pocket secured to the strap at a position remote from the end tab, and a combination leverage loop...
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5921243 |
Device for applying therapy to a foot
A device for applying therapy to a human foot having a plantar and a dorsum. The device includes a flexible member adapted to extend around the plantar and dorsum of the foot. The flexible member...
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5879315 |
Hot and cold digit pack
A hot/cold digit pack is provided having a molded unit with hollow chambers, dimensioned to accommodate a thumb and different sized fingers, and a heat transferring substance encased by the...
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5868690 |
Inflatable boot and method for its manufacture
An inflatable boot and method for its manufacture, in which the boot includes a bladder for encasing at least a portion of a human foot and at least a portion of an ankle. The bladder is defined by...
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5741220 |
Joint brace assembly and method
A brace for a joint, such as a knee, is used with an underlying pad that extends continuously under the entire length of the brace. In use, the brace is secured to the pad such that a proximal...
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5716334 |
Body part immobilizer
A body part immobilizer is disclosed. The device comprises an arm, leg, or head cast, each having a cavity means for receiving the respective body part therein. Securement straps are provided for...
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5489259 |
Pressure-normalizing single-chambered static pressure device for supporting and protecting a body extremity
A single-chambered static pressure device and method for supporting and protecting a human lower extremity and for normalizing the pressure and forces acting thereon includes an inflatable wrap or...
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5474524 |
Joint support
A tubular support for positioning about a body joint is made of closed-cell neoprene and has an opening with an insert therein of a thinner elastic material to provide breathability and avoid...
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RE35113 |
Orthopaedic gel pad assembly
An orthopaedic gel pad assembly includes a layer of gel, with a backing layer behind it, an apertured pad extending around the layer of gel and a thin plastic film extending over the front surface...
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5449341 |
Compression support braces
A multisection composite material useful in forming compression braces for orthopedic support of a body part includes a user contacting fabric section, an outermost fabric section formed from...
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5447504 |
Misting apparatus for the treatment of injured areas and method therefor
A misting apparatus for the treatment of injured areas and method therefor is disclosed having at least a containment portion for enclosing a patient's injured area, a plurality of misters located...
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5415624 |
Therapeutic brace with alternative insertable and removable hot and cold pods
A wearable therapeutic brace having strategically located pockets that receive and contain reusable, alternatively insertable hot and cold pods which can be tailored to a specific injury management...
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5407421 |
Compressive brace
The brace includes one or more air inflatable bladders equipped with an automatic, regulated, and removable air pressure regulation valve, where different valves have different release settings. In...
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