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Conformable back brace with abdominal support

US5433697A · kind A · utility

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4Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 20, 1993
Grant dateJul 18, 1995
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 20, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F5/028
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A brace of supporting both the abdomen and lower back of the user. The brace includes a preformed abdominal support member and a preformed lumbar support member having an ideal lumbar shape with a dome, the support members each joined by two belts. The belts are positioned though slots on each member and are used to select the biasing force need for each user. The device further includes rounded corners with indented edges and surface vents on each support; member for the user's comfort during sporting events or strenuous activity.

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