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Orthopedic cast package

US4153052A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 22, 1977
Grant dateMay 8, 1979
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Expiry dateAug 22, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F13/041
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An orthopedic cast package is disclosed comprised of a vapor-proof container having disposed therein a smaller cylindrical role of orthopedic tape wetted with a solution of a thermoplastic polymer in a non-toxic volatile solvent having a polymer concentration of at least about 20% by weight. The tape roll is disposed in a spaced relationship away from the sides and bottom of the container which is opened at the top.

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