Patents Assigned to Medical Distributors, Inc.
  • Universal anatomical support device and method of using same
    Patent number: 5755232
    Abstract: An anatomical support device is disclosed that lifts, supports and stabilizes various parts of the human anatomy preferably utilizing a medical grade, hypoallergenic, removable tape base plate covered by a water resistant, sterilizable support fabric. The fabric is preferably a porous, non-woven material and/or loop material having sufficient tension and resiliency to gently support and stabilize nasal tissue to allow improved air flow without nasal irritation. When applied to other body parts, the device lifts and supports tissue to enhance appearance and well being.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1998
    Assignee: Medical Distributors, Inc.
    Inventor: Glenda Kalt
  • Universal clamp
    Patent number: 5308339
    Abstract: A clamp for holding an article to an object including a base means for adhering the clamp to the object, a flap, securing means for securing the flap to the base means with the article positioned therebetween and resilient pad means having an adhesive surface for contacting the article. The securing means includes a first holding means for holding a first portion of the flap and a second holding means for holding a second portion of the flap. Both holding means may be releasable. The second holding means is spaced from the first holding means a sufficient distance along the flap for the article to lie between them. Resilient adhesive surfaces are provided on the flap and base means for contacting and adhering the article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 3, 1994
    Assignee: Medical Distributors, Inc.
    Inventors: Glenda G. Kalt, Dale K. Straub, Peter Piwonka
  • Universal clamp
    Patent number: 5037397
    Abstract: A clamp for holding an article to an object, including a base means for adhering the clamp to the object, a flap, securing means for securing the flap to the base means with the article positioned therebetween and resilient pad means having an adhesive surface for contacting the article. The securing means includes a first holding means for holding a first portion of the flap and a second hold means for holding a second portion of the flap. Both holding means may be releasable. The second holding means is spaced from the first holding means a sufficient distance along the flap for the article to lie between them. Resilient adhesive surfaces are provided on the flap and base means for contacting and adhering the article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1991
    Assignee: Medical Distributors, Inc.
    Inventors: Glenda G. Kalt, Peter Piwonka