Patents Assigned to Orthotech, Incorporated
  • Patent number: 4347840
    Abstract: A chair for providing support and corrective forces to a patient having scoliotic, lordotic or kyphotic conditions includes parallel side panels with parallel vertical slots on the inner faces and slats extending between the panels. The slats have end fittings which are selectably insertable in the slots with the bottom of each slat resting on the one below so that the slats define a generally curvilinear surface having predetermined curvatures. Devices for holding straps and pads to apply lateral forces in a predetermined manner are also provided. Specific slat structure and full adjustability is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1980
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1982
    Assignee: Orthotech, Incorporated
    Inventor: Gerald M. Adams