Abstract: An orthopedic device, particularly suited for treating mallet deformities, which has a strip of material having a body portion and a first, second, and third strap that are preferably connected to the body portion; and a splint having a first and second end portion. The splint is secured to a top side of the body portion of the strip of material so that when the strip of material is wrapped around an injured appendage, or finger, the first strap engages the first end of the splint and the second strap engages the second end of the splint. The third strap is also wrapped around the injured appendage and provides additional support to the orthopedic device of the present invention. It is also preferred that the splint be bent between the first and second end portions so that the appendage will be held in a hyperextended position once attached to the appendage by the first and second straps.

Abstract: Elastic athletic or orthopedic supports for body parts such as the knee, thigh or ankle have a generally tubular sleeve made of an elastic "multi-directional" resilient stretch fabric that surrounds the body part. A patch having at least one lamination of neoprene or the like is attached within the sleeve. The patch is sized, shaped and positioned on the support element to provide a therapeutic warming to only a portion of the body part. Preferably the patch includes the second lamination of an absorbent fabric liner that is coextensive with, and secured to, the neoprene layer. The neoprene layer has a plurality of holes that extend through it to remove moisture. The liner can have like aligned holes. The liner and the patch are sewn, edge-sewn, adhered, heat-laminated, or otherwise attached to one another and to the sleeve. For a knee or elbow, the patch is generally diamond shape with its wide ends truncated and the elastic sleeve may have an opening at the rear of the knee or the inside of the elbow.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a generally dorsally directed force to the palm of a person's hand includes an upper structural support which is structured to be secured in generally overlying relationship with respect to the dorsal region of the metacarpals. The upper support has a base structured to be in contact with the hand and support for straps. A palmar compression pad is structured to be in contact with the palm of the hand with the strap or straps being placed in tension to thereby resist undesired movement of the flexor tendon and thereby reduce median nerve compression in the carpal tunnel. In a preferred embodiment the upper support win have a base, a pair of apertured towers secured to the base through which a strap or straps may pass and a suitable structure for fastening the strap or straps to the upper support. The strap or straps will preferably be adjustably and removably securable to regions adjacent the ends of the palmar compression pad.

Abstract: A supportive material and exercise device to correct/prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The supportive material constitutes an elongated member or strap which may be attached to a glove for retaining the hand in a cupping position so as to reform the Carpal Tunnel area of the hand allowing the natural remodeling of the connective tissue support by approximation support and to strengthen muscles therein. The exercise device, which can be worn interchangeably with the strap or glove, is designed to increase strength in the fingers, thumb and hand, thereby reducing the probability of damage to the Carpal Tunnel area and restoring strength to that area.

Abstract: The hand splint apparatus of the present invention is directed to a hand splint apparatus and method of attaching a hand splint apparatus to a patient's forearm that includes a forearm support, an elongated and inelastically deformable connector having an axis extending between a first and second end thereof, with the connector first end attached to the forearm support and with the connector second end attached to a hand piece proximal to a first end of the hand piece, such that the connector is adjustable in a plurality of directions transverse to the connector axis for orienting the hand piece to a desired position with respect to the forearm support.

Abstract: A device for exerting force between two portions of the human anatomy, such as a back or neck. The device includes an upper brace for attachment to an upper portion of the human anatomy and a lower brace for attachment to a lower portion of the human anatomy. The first and the second fluid containing cylinder, each cylinder having a lower portion and a telescopically extendable upper portion, have attachment means thereon and extend generally in a longitudinal direction of a patient. The first cylinder upper portion is attached to the upper brace, the first cylinder lower portion is attached to the lower brace. The second cylinder upper portion is attached to the upper brace and the second cylinder lower portion is attached to the lower brace. The first and second cylinders are positioned on opposite sides of the human anatomy with the fluid within the cylinders being compressive and under compression providing a constant force urging the upper brace away from the lower brace.

Abstract: For the purpose of supporting the subject's head corresponding to the motion of the subject's neck, there is provided a neck fixing apparatus comprising a base disposed on a surface on which the subject is mounted, an arm extending along the body axis of the subject to be mounted and pivotally attached to the base, and a head rest 82 for mounting the subject's head, movably attached to the arm and movable along the arm 60.

Abstract: An integral strap handling device for a casted foot includes an instep strap extending from one side of the ankle to the other over a casted foot, a heel strap extending from one side of the ankle to the other around the heel, and a sole strap extending from one side of the ankle to the other under a casted foot. The instep, heel, and sole straps are connected to each other via rings to allow movement of the straps so as to provide a secure fit for the integral strap when placed over cast. Another connector attaches an assist strap to the instep strap to provide for increased mobility of the casted foot.

Abstract: A flexible protective support wrap or boot for supporting and protecting the lower leg of a horse, including the fetlock joint, is formed of a panel having a layer of flexible support material, an outer layer of closed loop fabric and an inner layer of woven fabric for contact with the horse's leg. Spaced apart pocket or cup portions are formed in the panel to engage the fetlock joint in overlying relationship to each other when the wrap is secured around the leg. A splint bone protection pad may be secured between and spaced from the side edges and provided with a ridge for locating the pad between the cannon bone and the front deep digital flexor tendon. The entire panel may include a layer of shock absorbing material in addition to the flexible support layer. Multiple spaced apart fastener straps with hook fastener pads are secured to the panel adjacent one side edge for engagement with the loop fabric layer to secure the wrap around the leg in snug fitting relationship.

Abstract: A casting device 10 for positioning and supporting legs L and other lower extremities of a patient P is provided. The casting device 10 includes a center frame rail 20 which adjustably supports a series of components thereon. A gluteal support section 40 is adjustably connected to the center frame rail 20 through a slit 30. A sub-perineal spacer 50 having a desired minimum width for spacing between legs L of the patient P is slidably supported along the slit 30 of the center frame rail 20. A knee support section 70 is also slidably supported by the slit 30 of the center frame rail 20. A stance width section 90 is adjustably attached to the center frame rail 20 and supports foot positioning supports 100 extending upward therefrom. Each foot positioning support 100 is adjustable to modify a stance width W of the casting device 10.

Abstract: The invention relates to a traction device for treating leg fractures 81, wherein the device 1 includes a traction bar 2 or the like which carries at its rear end a branched support 3 intended for abutment with the crotch region of a patient or a person on which the device is used, and which carries at its front end at least one attachment point 4 for the attachment of tensioning devices 5 which are intended to act between the attachment point or attachment points and the feet or lower leg parts of said person. The branched support 3 includes support surfaces 35, 36 which are positioned for supportive engagement with the ischial tuberosities (tuber ossis ischii) 80 of said person. The branched support 3 includes a recess 34 or opening which provides room for the genital organs of said person. The branched support 3 includes a base part 30 which includes a part 31 by means of which the branched support can be affixed to the traction bar 2.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying force to a patient's upper torso and cervical region, and method for using the same, comprising a pair of panels adapted to fit under the arms of a patient and to cover the patient's chest and back. The panels have edges defining lateral extremities of the panels at the patient's chest and back. A pair of sleeves is provided having tubular portions adapted for receiving the patient's arms therein. The tubular portions have a slit and are adapted for adjustable fitting about the patient's distal biceps. Straps are used for maintaining the panels against the patient's chest. A bulbous disk is provided for contacting the rear of the patient's lower neck and upper back and for applying a spreading force over the patient's neck and back. Straps are connected to front surfaces of the sleeve upper portions and adapted for applying force to the disk and hence to the patient's neck, back, shoulder girdles, and upper extremities.

Abstract: A foot and ankle support including a boot element of which first and second parts are shaped and positioned to embrace respectively parts of a user's leg above, and foot in front of, the ankle. Two straps are fastened by a first fastening to the first part at a position above and not behind the position in the boot element at which the ankle will be located. The straps are adapted to cross in front of the ankle and encircle the foot. The support may also include a stiff shell including first and second upright members joined by an integral third member. The first and second members are shaped and dimensioned to fit over malleoli of a foot and to extend part way up opposite sides of a leg.

Abstract: Each of the cushions in a pair of cushions has two flat sides which meet at a right angle corner and a convex side which interconnects the free ends of the two flat sides. The two cushions may be arranged in a wide variety of end-to-end positions to allow the exerciser to assume various postures. The cushions may be turned on their side and arranged with corresponding flat sides partially overlapping to form separated leg spaces for two people to sit on the cushions in a face-to-face relationship.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a frame, a pivot axis supported by the frame, a pedal lever, a coupler for pivotally coupling a first end of the pedal lever to the pivot axis at a predetermined distance from the pivot axis such that the first end moves in an arcuate pathway around the pivot axis, a guide member supported by the frame and engaging a second end of the pedal lever such that the second end of the pedal lever moves in a reciprocating pathway as the first end of the pedal lever moves in the arcuate pathway, and a pedal having a toe portion and a heel portion, the pedal being pivotally coupled with the second end of the pedal lever such that the toe portion is intermediate the heel portion and the pivot axis and the heel portion is raised above the toe portion when the second end moves in the reciprocating pathway in a direction away from the pivot axis.

Abstract: A thumb support (1) including a thumb engaging portion (3) and an anchoring portion (5). The thumb engaging portion (3) is attached to the anchoring portion (5) by means a first elastically extensible strap (7), such that the thumb is resiliently biased towards a preselected healing position. In a preferred embodiment, a second elastically extensible strap (9) is included which provides additional support.

Abstract: An intravenous securing device and secondary wound dressing for holding intravenous needle tubing and catheter tubing in place in a variety of anatomic locations on the human body. The securing device and secondary wound dressing is used without the need of adhesives. The intravenous securing device and secondary wound dressing consists of an elongated bi-directional wrap stretchable in opposite directions along a length of the wrap. The wrap includes a window opening therethrough which is sufficient in size to allow for visual inspection of the skin entry site of a needle or a catheter without having to remove the wrap. The wrap is washable and reusable. The bi-directional wrap is adaptable for conforming to various parts of the anatomy of a patient and includes releasable hook fasteners at one end of the wrap for securing the wrap around an arm, a hand, a chest, a neck and other parts of the anatomy.

Abstract: Medical therapeutic equipment for applying tension or compression to various body parts of a patient, the equipment being a rectangular frame structure made up of a plurality tubular elements intended to be placed around the patient lying on a horizontal surface, the rectangular frame structure having an elongated post member with a ring at the end thereof in a generally parallel relationship intended to extend between the legs of the patient, and a pair of anchorage devices, a first adapted to fasten a first selected body part of the patient to the ring, and a second adapted to fasten a second selected body part of the patient to a transverse end member opposite the elongated post member, and further including an apparatus for mechanically drawing the post member and ring away from the opposed transverse end member to activate the equipment.

Abstract: The snowboarding boot support piece and performance enhancement device is designed to provide the user with a device that supports the ankle joint, improves heel hold down and provides a more precise connection to the snowboard binding. The device is comprised of a single piece of resilient material that is shaped in a design having a base section and two side areas. The two side pieces are crossed which creates a single pivot point above the heel opening that allows the unit to articulate the movements of the user's ankle motions. The pivot point may be fixed by connection devices in such a way to fix the forward lean or limit the range of motion. The user places the snowboarding boot support piece and performance enhancement device is his or her snowboarding boot with the base portion at the heel of the boot and the sides positioned on either side of the ankle with the pivot point above and behind the heel.

Abstract: A removable sole for a walking cast, a walking cast having the removable sole, and a method of making the walking cast and the removable sole. A bandage is permanently bonded to a walking cast, and a sole body is removably attached to the bandage. The bandage has a top surface bonded to the bottom and side surfaces of the cast, and a bottom surface with a strip of hook and loop fastener material. When the cast is plaster, the bandage is preferably adhered to the cast while the plaster is still wet. When a fiberglass cast is used, an adhesive is applied to the top surface of the bandage to bond the bandage to the cast. The sole body has a concave top surface with a complimentary strip of hook and loop fastener material that mates with the hook and loop fastener material on the bandage. The loop fastener material on the bandage also protects the cast and the surface being walked on, when the sole body is removed.