Fracture brace
US7942840B2 · kind B2 · utility
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37Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/108
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Braces are disclosed that are capable of stabilizing an injured limb, particularly an injured wrist. An exemplary brace fits across the injury in contact with the user's hand or foot and, in certain embodiments, in contact with the thumb and/or fingers or toes. The brace typically contains an adjustable casing and in some embodiments a removable support connecting one portion of the user's arm to another. The brace also includes compressible material such as an air cell. Systems and method for use and manufacture of the braces are also contemplated.
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