Patents Assigned to Medefficiency, Inc.
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Patent number: 10617548Abstract: An orthotic device according to embodiments of the present invention includes a substantially rigid internal footbed with an external rocker bottom, two struts rigidly coupled to the footbed, a paddle coupled to each strut, each paddle having an inner surface configured to face a limb of a patient, and a strap system configured to interface with the paddles for tightening around the limb, the inner surfaces of the paddles including a plurality of protrusions configured to minimize sliding of the first and second paddles with respect to the limb or with respect to a cast applied to the limb. The orthotic device may include two or more support layers on the footbed, each layer having a support aperture larger than and at least partially overlapping the support aperture below.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2017Date of Patent: April 14, 2020Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: James W. Jones, Nathan J. Jones, Jodie L. Currie, Jeffrey L. Jensen
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Publication number: 20170246020Abstract: An orthotic device according to embodiments of the present invention includes a substantially rigid internal footbed with an external rocker bottom, two struts rigidly coupled to the footbed, a paddle coupled to each strut, each paddle having an inner surface configured to face a limb of a patient, and a strap system configured to interface with the paddles for tightening around the limb, the inner surfaces of the paddles including a plurality of protrusions configured to minimize sliding of the first and second paddles with respect to the limb or with respect to a cast applied to the limb. The orthotic device may include two or more support layers on the footbed, each layer having a support aperture larger than and at least partially overlapping the support aperture below.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2017Publication date: August 31, 2017Applicant: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: James W. JONES, Nathan J. JONES, Jodie L. CURRIE, Jeffrey L. JENSEN
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Patent number: 9610186Abstract: An orthotic device according to embodiments of the present invention includes a substantially rigid internal footbed with an external rocker bottom, two struts rigidly coupled to the footbed, a paddle coupled to each strut, each paddle having an inner surface configured to face a limb of a patient, and a strap system configured to interface with the paddles for tightening around the limb, the inner surfaces of the paddles including a plurality of protrusions configured to minimize sliding of the first and second paddles with respect to the limb or with respect to a cast applied to the limb. The orthotic device may include two or more support layers on the footbed, each layer having a support aperture larger than and at least partially overlapping the support aperture below.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2016Date of Patent: April 4, 2017Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: James W. Jones, Nathan J. Jones, Jodie L. Currie, Jeffrey L. Jensen
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Patent number: 9597218Abstract: An orthotic device according to embodiments of the present invention includes a substantially rigid internal footbed with an external rocker bottom, two struts rigidly coupled to the footbed, a paddle coupled to each strut, each paddle having an inner surface configured to face a limb of a patient, and a strap system configured to interface with the paddles for tightening around the limb, the inner surfaces of the paddles including a plurality of protrusions configured to minimize sliding of the first and second paddles with respect to the limb or with respect to a cast applied to the limb. The orthotic device may include two or more support layers on the footbed, each layer having a support aperture larger than and at least partially overlapping the support aperture below.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2015Date of Patent: March 21, 2017Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: James W. Jones, Nathan J. Jones, Jodie L. Currie, Jeffrey L. Jensen
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Patent number: 9226843Abstract: An orthotic device according to embodiments of the present invention includes a substantially rigid internal footbed with an external rocker bottom, two struts rigidly coupled to the footbed, a paddle coupled to each strut, each paddle having an inner surface configured to face a limb of a patient, and a strap system configured to interface with the paddles for tightening around the limb, the inner surfaces of the paddles including a plurality of protrusions configured to minimize sliding of the first and second paddles with respect to the limb or with respect to a cast applied to the limb. The orthotic device may include two or more support layers on the footbed, each layer having a support aperture larger than and at least partially overlapping the support aperture below.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2012Date of Patent: January 5, 2016Assignee: MedEfficiency, Inc.Inventors: James W. Jones, Nathan J. Jones, Jodie L. Currie, Jeffrey L. Jensen
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Patent number: 8083704Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a system for limb off-weighting, including a sleeve operable to wrap at least partially around a leg, a support strut coupled to the sleeve to receive weight applied to the sleeve, and a foot assembly configured to support and protect the bottom of a foot, wherein the foot assembly is coupled to the support strut and operable to receive weight applied to the sleeve and transfer the weight to underlying surfaces, thus off-weighting and reducing pressure and shearing forces on the foot and ankle. According to some embodiments, foot assembly pivots around the support strut providing an assembled mode and a storage mode. According to other embodiments, sleeve is an open-ended conical shape. According to various other embodiments, the support strut may be tilted to accommodate legs and/or calves of varying sizes, and the foot assembly may adjust to feet of varying sizes.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2010Date of Patent: December 27, 2011Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Jensen, William O. Reid, Jr.
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Publication number: 20110288458Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to medical devices and treatments for chronic venous insufficiency, open ulceration and related medical conditions, and more particularly to a device and treatment incorporating negative pressure compression to the foot and lower leg or other appendage of a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2011Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: MEDEFFICIENCY, INC.Inventors: James W. Jones, Jeffrey L. Jensen, Thomas E. Gage, John V. Atanasoff
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Patent number: 7758529Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include an apparatus for encouraging compliance with a prescribed orthotic treatment, including an orthotic device applied to a limb of a user, a strap coupled to the orthotic device, the strap having two ends and configured to wrap around the orthotic device at an attachment area, where a length along the strap is smaller than a maximum circumference of the limb distal to the attachment area, and a locking mechanism to lock the strap onto itself. Other embodiments of the present invention include a system for off-weighting a user's foot, including a hardenable cast; a rigid outer boot having a footbed, a first side strut with a first strap aperture, a second side strut with a second strap aperture, and a strap extending through the first strap aperture and the second strap aperture and operable to tighten around the hardenable cast.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2007Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Jensen, Brian D. Gillin, John V. Atanasoff, II, Thomas E. Gage
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Publication number: 20100130902Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a system for limb off-weighting, including a sleeve operable to wrap at least partially around a leg, a support strut coupled to the sleeve to receive weight applied to the sleeve, and a foot assembly configured to support and protect the bottom of a foot, wherein the foot assembly is coupled to the support strut and operable to receive weight applied to the sleeve and transfer the weight to underlying surfaces, thus off-weighting and reducing pressure and shearing forces on the foot and ankle. According to some embodiments, foot assembly pivots around the support strut providing an assembled mode and a storage mode. According to other embodiments, sleeve is an open-ended conical shape. According to various other embodiments, the support strut may be tilted to accommodate legs and/or calves of varying sizes, and the foot assembly may adjust to feet of varying sizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2010Publication date: May 27, 2010Applicant: MEDEFFICIENCY, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey Jensen, William O. Reid, JR.
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Patent number: 7666155Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a system for limb off-weighting, including a sleeve operable to wrap at least partially around a leg, a support strut coupled to the sleeve to receive weight applied to the sleeve, and a foot assembly configured to support and protect the bottom of a foot, wherein the foot assembly is coupled to the support strut and operable to receive weight applied to the sleeve and transfer the weight to underlying surfaces, thus off-weighting and reducing pressure and shearing forces on the foot and ankle. According to some embodiments, foot assembly pivots around the support strut providing an assembled mode and a storage mode. According to other embodiments, sleeve is an open-ended conical shape. According to various other embodiments, the support strut may be tilted to accommodate legs and/or calves of varying sizes, and the foot assembly may adjust to feet of varying sizes.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2005Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Jensen, William O. Reid, Jr.
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Publication number: 20080039758Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include an apparatus for encouraging compliance with a prescribed orthotic treatment, including an orthotic device applied to a limb of a user, a strap coupled to the orthotic device, the strap having two ends and configured to wrap around the orthotic device at an attachment area, where a length along the strap is smaller than a maximum circumference of the limb distal to the attachment area, and a locking mechanism to lock the strap onto itself. Other embodiments of the present invention include a system for off-weighting a user's foot, including a hardenable cast; a rigid outer boot having a footbed, a first side strut with a first strap aperture, a second side strut with a second strap aperture, and a strap extending through the first strap aperture and the second strap aperture and operable to tighten around the hardenable cast.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2007Publication date: February 14, 2008Applicant: MEDEFFICIENCY, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey Jensen, Brian Gillin, John Atanasoff, Thomas Gage
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Patent number: 6974431Abstract: An improved apparatus and method for applying a total contact cast to a patient utilizes a kit of pre-packaged materials containing all of the items necessary. A uniquely designed padding strip pads the bony prominence on either side of the ankle, the top metatarsal area, and the crest of the shinbone in one unitary piece. Special cuts in the padding strip allow it to conform tightly to the bend between the foot and lower leg. The special cuts also allow the connected circular or elliptical flaps to also conform easily to the bony prominence of the ankle. Positioning the padding strip is simpler, easier, faster, and provides greater structural integrity to the overall cast. The unitary design helps prevent the padding strip from shifting when the cast is complete. An enlarged base portion of the walking heel eliminates the need for a separate wood platform for support.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2003Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Assignee: Medefficiency, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Jensen, Brian D. Gillin