Low-profile, radial nerve splint with interchangeable resilient digit extensor elements and supination adjustment means
US7537577B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 5, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B23/16
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A low-profile, simple, orthotic glove with wrist support attachment for treating loss or impairment of extensor and/or flexor muscle function in the upper extremities, particularly in the wrist, hand and fingers, due to a peripheral neuropathy. The glove is attractive, comfortable, easy to use, and can be made with an optional wrist support attachment either built into the glove or added as an optional attachment, and can include thermoplastic to provide rigidity. The glove has channels into which interchangeable resilient digit extensor elements, or stays, of varying resiliency are placed such that stays of greater or lesser resiliency can be inserted if the degree of the patient's extensor muscle control changes, or the medical practitioner in charge decides that there is a need to change the support and exercise treatment regimens. The splint also has several improvements for thumb support, additional digit extension support, and for supination of the forearm.
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