Finger splint for treating mallet finger condition
US6692452B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A splint (10) worn by sufferers of mallet finger. The splint comprises a sleeve (12) sized to readily fit over the end of a finger (F) having a damaged tendon causing the mallet finger. The sleeve extends at least as far as the DIP joint of the finger. A pocket (14) is formed in the sleeve and a curved rigid plate (16) having an elbow (18) formed intermediate its ends is positioned along the underside of the finger. A padding material (20) fits between the plate and the finger to cushion the finger. The curvature of the plate holds the outer end of the finger in a hyperextended position with the DIP joint immobilized so to promote healing of the finger.
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