Therapeutic compression apparatus
US9033906B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H1/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A therapeutic compression apparatus having a primary wrap, a foot wrap and a stirrup is provided. The primary wrap encircles a first portion of a leg and applies compression thereto. The foot wrap encircles at least a portion of the foot and applies compression thereto. The foot wrap may be integrated with the stirrup, detachably connected or provided separately. The compression apparatus may be configured such that one or more bladders are provided therein. The compression apparatus may include a pressure gauge and pump for controlling an amount of pressure applied to the treatment site. A bladder assembly with a number of fluid bladder configurations is also provided for use within a compression apparatus. The bladder may be configured to provide a gradient pressure profile to the treatment site when filled.
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