Therapeutic device for amputees
US6368357B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0083
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device is provided for applying therapeutic pneumatic pressure to the residual limb of an amputee in the post-operative stage. The device is intended for use in the immediate post-operative phase, i.e., immediately after surgical amputation of a limb. The device is intended to promote healing and proper residual limb formation after surgery. The device may comprise a calm-shell-like outer shell, the halves of which are joined together by a fastening means. A two-piece outer shell construction may also be used. The interior of the outer shell is fitted with inflatable bladders which, in combination, encompass the circumferential surface of the residual limb. An additional bladder may be provided at the distal end of the outer shell to cover the lower-most portion of the residual limb. The pressure within each bladder may be varied and adjusted.
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