Custom orthotic bracing system
US5148563A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 1991 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2210/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A chair restraint for supporting a patient in a sitting position from a chair or the like includes an upper torso support member having an orthotic support panel readily removable therefrom. The orthotic support panel is made from a plastic which is readily deformable by a heat gun or the like such that it may be custom fit to surround the patient both from his back and sides to provide lateral support to the patient. The upper torso restraint member includes a pair of straps extending forwardly to wrap around the front of the patient to thereby secure the patient within the upper torso restraint member. A seat cushion member includes a flat panel stiffener to provide a firm base for the patient and an interior cushioning member which is inclined generally rearwardly to thereby cradle the patient within the restraint. A center divider member of cushioning material provides two separately defined areas for receiving the patient's legs. Straps are provided for securing the upper torso restraing member to the seat cushion member, and both of those members independently to the chair frame.
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