System for restraining head and neck movement
US7185656B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B90/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The device configured in accordance with one or more embodiments of the invention comprises a base element having a head support region and an upper body support region. The base element is configured to rest upon a base platform that has an attachment point for securing the base element to the base platform and a joint element that enables movement of the base element into an angled position. A restraint mechanism extends from the base platform and is configured to hold the patient's shoulders in position. Head support elements on each side of the device acts as a mechanism for restricting mobility of the patient's head. By holding the shoulders and head the device is able to also restrict neck movement. Reducing patient movement enables diagnostic angiography using a digital subtraction technique (DSA) of the head, neck, and upper shoulder, as well as both non-catheter-based and catheter-based interventions without motion artifact. Restricted movement also provides safe access to the patient for critical procedures which require little or no patient motion while still maintaining a comfortable environment for the patient.
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