Immobilization device and method
US5829443A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 4, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/404
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The method and device of this invention immobilizes a person in a secure, upright asphyxia-preventing restraining system which includes a leg wrap and shoulder harness, both of which are transparent to x-rays and have the flexibility to safely limit flexing of the legs while immobilizing the upper torso in an erect position without causing damage to the body. It can be easily and safely applied by public safety officers including police or other law enforcement personnel and medical personnel to secure a person against undesired movement while maintaining them in an upright, sitting position which leaves the diaphragm free for natural, unrestrained breathing movement. The asphyxia-preventing restraining device comprises an elongate leg wrap member sized and shaped in the form of a trapezoid to wrap and restrain movement and bending at the knees of the legs of the person to be restrained without injuring the legs. The leg wrap member has at least one tether fastener secured thereto. The upper body restraint comprises a shoulder harness having a front portion, the front portion secured to an adjustable length tether having a distal end, and the distal end of the adjustable length tet…
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