Abstract: Anchoring system including a fastener and a clasp. The fastener includes a substantially planar base, a first clasp-engaging member protruding from a portion of the base and having an outwardly-extending flange, the fastener further including an adhesive suitable to secure the base directly to the skin of a wearer. The clasp includes a first end configured to engage and rotate about the first clasp-engaging member and a second end configured to engage a cable of a prosthetic or orthotic device, the adhesive having a sufficient strength to support manual operation of the prosthetic or orthotic device.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the invention is comprised of a pair of elastic straps which are joined together via a sliding buckle. Each strap has, at each of its ends, a clasp similar to that used on garter belts (although the clasp could be any suitable type such as hook and loop, button, snap, etc.). The straps are adapted to be attached to the top of a pair of control top panty hose after the wearer has pulled the top of the control-top pantyhose up to immediately below her bustline. The ends of two of the straps are attached to the back of the waist of the panty hose, the straps are passed over the wearer's shoulders, and the other two ends are attached to the front of the waist of the panty hose. The length of the straps is adjusted so that there is sufficient tension in the straps to hold the panty in position just below or in the vicinity of the bottom of the pectoral muscles. The end result is a lifting of the panty hose and a concomitant smoothing of the area of the body that is covered by the panty.

Abstract: An improved hose-holding undergarment and corresponding hose equipped with hook-and-loop type of hose-holding devices. The improved hose-holding undergarment is a garter belt, girdle, bustier, or the like with a plurality of hose-holding garter straps (30A) each of which has a hose-holding hook (50) of predetermined shape and dimension on the free end of the garter strap. The corresponding hose (22) has a plurality of strap loops (22A) of predetermined shape, dimension, and positions on the upper portion of the hose so that the hose-holding hooks (50) at the free ends of the garter straps can be detachably connected to corresponding strap loops (22A) on the top portion of the corresponding hose (22). Compared to the conventional button-and-buttonhole type of hose-holding devices (40), the hook-and-loop type of hose-holding device of the present invention is simpler in structure, thinner in thickness, lighter in weight, surer in hose-gripping action, and easier to use.

Abstract: Tuckit Skinny Capri is a pant that makes the method of tucking in your jean or pant into boots easier, faster and more convenient. The pant is made to fit snugly to the leg and has a new technology of integrated garter or hose grips which allow the pant to have dual usage. These garter style clips (one on each side of the pant leg, each lying flatly against the leg) are located below the hem of each leg and allow for quick attachment to socks for boot wear. The garter clips are permanently attached to each side of the pant leg by an elastic band that is sown on the hem. The wearer simply puts on the “tuckit skinny capri” and a pair of socks, attaches the pant/capri to the socks through the use of the integrated clips, flips down the hem to cover the clips, and simply slips the boot on. This avoids having to spend a considerable amount of time tucking the jean/pant into the boots and a bunched up look at the top of the boot area. It also avoids the jean/pant slowly sliding up as the person walks.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an irrigation device and irrigation system. More specifically, the present invention is directed to a weep or tear type irrigation device and irrigation system.

Abstract: The open end of a ladies stocking is in the shape of an inverted V, and an elasticized band is disposed adjacent to the peripheral edge of the open end.

Abstract: A stocking with a stiffening of a portion of its elasticated double welt effected by the insertion of a plastic strip through an opening produced during the knitting of the double welt, said insert being referred to as a hosiery stay, measuring 25% less than the circumference of the welt and worn on the outer side of the leg in relation to the crotch so as to arrest the rolling of the fabric thus maintaining a near maximum area of elastic fabric to contact and grip the leg of the wearer.

Abstract: A stocking with a stiffening of a portion of its elasticated double welt effected by the insertion of a plastic strip through an opening produced during the knitting of the double welt, said insert being referred to as a hosiery stay, measuring 25% less than the circumference of the welt and worn on the outer side of the leg in relation to the crotch so as to arrest the rolling of the fabric thus maintaining a near maximum area of elastic fabric to contact and grip the leg of the wearer.