Sling, shoulder immobilizer and posture corrector
US4751923A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 1987 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/3738
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The disclosure is of an arm brace comprising a chest strap which is extended around the chest and fastened snugly in place by means of a Velcro type fastener. A shoulder strap extends over the shoulder from a selected position in back to a selected position in front and extended through a belt loop and secured in place by complementary fastener components. A wrist strap is supported by the shoulder strap and is wrapped around the wrist and adjustably fastened. The shoulder may be completely or partially immobilized by attaching the upper arm to the chest strap at the side, wrapped around the arm and fastened. The forearm may be secured to the chest strap and supported similarly to the wrist support.
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