Orthopaedic support with hardenable double knit type material
US6139513A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 1998 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD10B2509/024
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopaedic support is formed of a double knit type fabric material with spaced interwoven layers formed of high strength materials and an open-work matrix of filaments or threads interconnecting the layers. The fabric is impregnated with a water hardenable material. The support material or product is packaged in a water-vapor impermeable package; and is opened and water is supplied to the fabric when it is applied to the part of the anatomy requiring support. The fabric may be included in a soft goods support including a water distribution network and straps to hold the support in place.
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