Abstract: An automated orthotic device with a treatment regimen and a method for using an automated orthotic device with a treatment regimen to provide a plurality of prescribed tension settings. The orthotic device may comprise a body brace, a controller, a data storage means, and a communication means to address the problem of patients being required to visit the physician's office every time an adjustment must be made in the prescribed tension setting in their automated orthotic device. In one embodiment, a plurality of prescribed tension settings in the automated orthotic device are sorted so that as the patient's condition improves, the next prescribed tension setting in the treatment regimen may be applied. In another embodiment, the physician is allowed to edit or supplement a patient's treatment regimen remotely by connecting to the automated orthotic device over a network.

Abstract: Described herein is an adjustable length orthotic device and a method for adjusting the length of said orthotic device. The adjustable length orthotic device can comprise a center brace segment having first and second pockets, and first and second end pieces for inserting into the first and second pockets, respectively. The subject invention addresses the problem of a patient being unable to adjust the length of his or her orthotic device in response to changes in the patient's size. The subject invention also addresses the problem of prior art adjustable length orthotic devices that are either overly complicated and cumbersome or have securing means on the outside of the brace that may snag on foreign objects, causing the brace to become undone or causing further injury to the patient. In one embodiment, the length of the orthotic device is adjusted by securing the two end segments inside the two pockets.

Abstract: An automated orthotic device with a treatment regimen and a method for using an automated orthotic device with a treatment regimen to provide a plurality of prescribed tension settings. The orthotic device may comprise a body brace, a controller, a data storage means, and a communication means to address the problem of patients being required to visit the physician's office every time an adjustment must be made in the prescribed tension setting in their automated orthotic device. In one embodiment, a plurality of prescribed tension settings in the automated orthotic device are sorted so that as the patient's condition improves, the next prescribed tension setting in the treatment regimen may be applied. In another embodiment, the physician is allowed to edit or supplement a patient's treatment regimen remotely by connecting to the automated orthotic device over a network.

Abstract: Described herein is an orthotic device and a method for using an orthotic device to provide a variable range of body support. The orthotic device can comprise a body brace, a primary body panel, and a secondary body panel configured to be releasably attached to the primary body panel. The subject invention addresses the problem of patients being required to purchase multiple orthotic devices in order to receive multiple levels of support by allowing a single orthotic device to provide a variable amount of support. In one embodiment, the variable amount of support is achieved by providing both a primary body panel and a secondary body panel, with the secondary body panel configured to be removably attached to the primary body panel.

Abstract: Described herein is a closure system and methods for adjusting an orthotic device. The closure system can include a handle element, a take-up element configured to be removably received by the handle element, and a cord having a length and secured at one end to the take-up element and at an opposite end to the orthotic device to facilitate adjustment of the orthotic device. The take-up element is configured to adjust the usable length of the cord. Also described herein is a back brace apparatus having a take-up element.

Abstract: Described herein is a closure system and methods for adjusting an orthotic device. The closure system can comprise a handle element, a take-up element configured to be removably received by the handle element, and a cord having a length and secured at one end to the take-up element and at an opposite end to the orthotic device to facilitate adjustment of the orthotic device. The take-up element is configured to adjust the usable length of the cord. Also described herein is a back brace apparatus having a take-up element.

Abstract: A pressure control apparatus for restricting a flow of blood through or from a body part includes at least one arcuate member for attaching to the body part. The at least one arcuate member has a first end and an opposite second end. The first end includes a hook for fastening to a buckle mounted at the opposite second end. A mechanical advantage power system includes a turnkey and is connected to the at least one arcuate member and serves to adjusting a pressure of the apparatus on the body part by turning the turnkey. An elongated strap is disposed on at least a circumferential portion of the arcuate member for circumferentially tightening the apparatus around the body part. A locking device closes the apparatus around the body part and is attached to the at least one arcuate member. A cover or shroud is disposed on an outer perimeter of the at least one arcuate member for enclosing a portion of the mechanical advantage power system.

Abstract: A pressure control apparatus for restricting a flow of blood through or from a body part includes at least one arcuate member for attaching to the body part. The at least one arcuate member has a first end and an opposite second end. The first end includes a hook for fastening to a buckle mounted at the opposite second end. A mechanical advantage power system includes a turnkey and is connected to the at least one arcuate member and serves to adjusting a pressure of the apparatus on the body part by turning the turnkey. An elongated strap is disposed on at least a circumferential portion of the arcuate member for circumferentially tightening the apparatus around the body part. A locking device closes the apparatus around the body part and is attached to the at least one arcuate member. A cover or shroud is disposed on an outer perimeter of the at least one arcuate member for enclosing a portion of the mechanical advantage power system.