Equine bandage with ventral access opening

US7618390B2 · kind B2 · utility

Inventor

• Bryan E. Kilbey · DeFuniak Springs, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 20, 2007
• Grant date: Nov 17, 2009
• Expiry date: Nov 9, 2027

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61F13/148
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

An integrated bandaging system for encircling the abdomen of a horse. A ventral access opening selectively provides access to the horse's abdomen while the bandage remains in place. This ventral access opening is normally covered by a ventral window cover. However, the window cover may be easily opened so that an old dressing can be removed, an abdominal wound can be cleaned, and a new dressing applied. The invention has four major components: a main wrap, a saddle bridge, a ventral window cover, and a brace. The main wrap is easily placed around the horse's abdomen and secured using VELCRO® fasteners. It includes the ventral access opening. The saddle bridge attaches over the top of the main wrap and adjustably applies tension to the horse's mid section. The ventral window cover attaches over the ventral access opening and provides further adjustment of the tension on the abdomen. The brace applies over the points of the horse's shoulders, between the front legs, and over the ventral chest region. This final component prevents the bandage from slipping aft on the horse.