Compression device with structural support features
US8034007B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A compression sleeve includes an inner layer, an outer cover and first and second bladder layers. The layers define adjacent, generally flexible sleeve sections, where each section includes an inflatable bladder. A rigid structural component is secured to the sleeve and extends between the flexible sleeve sections to prevent the sleeve from buckling and moving downward on the wearer's limb. The inner layer, outer cover and first and second bladder layers are joined together at a plurality of discrete spot welds within an outer perimeter of the inflatable bladder to provide further structural integrity to the sleeve.
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