Patents by Inventor Arni Thor Ingimundarson

Arni Thor Ingimundarson has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Orthopedic device for treating complications of the hip
    Patent number: 9393144
    Abstract: An orthopedic device is provided for treating complications of the hip and has means for trochanter compression, pelvis support, lumbar compression, variously directed straps, and thigh support. The trochanter compression and an internal/external rotation strap provide pain relief through compression and skin protection, unloading of joints through compression and sealing, and unloading by load transfer. Means for adjustably dosing of straps enables pain management and ease of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR hf
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Thorvaldur Ingvarsson, Nina Bakken, Valgeir Petursson, Helga Run Palsdottir, Thorleifur Stefansson
  • Versatile Jewelry
    Publication number: 20160198814
    Abstract: A versatile jewelry includes a semi-rigid or rigid main body defining a circumferential groove having a bottom and sidewalls extending between the bottom and the outer surface. The main body defines first and second opposing end portions with a clearance therebetween. At least one hair accessory having an elasticity is adapted to be disposed in the groove and span the clearance. The main body has a rigidity arranged to distribute pressure from the at least one hair accessory away from the wrist. The elasticity of the at least one hair accessory is arranged to force the at least one hair accessory against the bottom of the groove to secure it within the groove and the at least one hair accessory spanning the clearance is arranged to facilitate disengagement of the at least one hair accessory from the groove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2016
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Shireen Maria THOR
  • ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE FOR TREATING OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE
    Publication number: 20160193066
    Abstract: An orthopedic device includes a first panel defining opposed first and second sides. A second panel has a first end secured to the first side of the first panel along a seam between upper and lower corners of the seam, and a second end defining at least one flap securable to the second side of the first panel at a location site. A first strap has a first end secured to the first side of the first panel and extends from an upper portion of the seam including the upper corner of the seam and overlies at least a portion of the second panel. A dynamic force strap helically extends between upper and lower portions of the orthopedic device and connects to the first panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Publication date: July 7, 2016
    Inventors: Halldor ALBERTSSON, Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Helga Run PALSDOTTIR
  • Orthopedic device having detachable components for treatment stages and method for using the same
    Patent number: 9375341
    Abstract: An orthopedic device has detachable components for treatment stages of an injury or surgical procedure. The orthopedic device is arranged as a protective functional support for regeneration of knee cartilage after surgical repair procedures, and includes a flexion control kit and a wrap-around liner sleeve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR hf
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Bjorn Omarsson, Thorleifur Stefansson, Thorvaldur Ingvarsson
  • Spinal orthosis
    Patent number: 9370440
    Abstract: A spinal orthosis has an elongate spinal frame defining upper, middle and lower portions, and a lumbar assembly including a lumbar belt connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame. A middle bracket assembly is pivotally connected to the middle portion of the spinal frame, and a strap has a first end secured to the upper portion of the spinal frame. The strap extends from the upper portion of the frame to the middle bracket assembly with the strap redirecting from the middle bracket assembly and the second end of the strap securing to the lumbar belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Assignee: Ossur hf
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Nina Bakken, Bjorn Omarsson, Harry Duane Romo, Adam Dunn
  • Progressive force strap assembly for use with an orthopedic device
    Patent number: 9364365
    Abstract: A progressive strap assembly includes an elongate, inelastic body having first and second ends, and an elastic body having first and second ends, the first end of the elastic body anchored to the second end of the inelastic body. The elastic body is arranged to stretch a plurality of lengths and has a maximum stretchable length. A tension limiter is connected to the first and second ends of the elastic body and is arranged to inhibit a predetermined stretchable length of the elastic body short of the maximum stretchable length.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Bjorn Omarsson, Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Valgeir Petursson, Hildur Inga Thorsteinsdottir
  • Versatile Jewelry
    Publication number: 20160157569
    Abstract: A versatile jewelry includes a semi-rigid or rigid main body defining groove about the outer periphery. The groove has a varying depth along its length and defines a cross section including a flat bottom portion and a pair of flat upstanding sidewalls. The main body has a semi-elliptical profile and defines first and second opposing end portions with a clearance therebetween. At least one hair accessory having an elasticity is adapted to be disposed in the groove and span the periphery of the main body and the clearance. The main body has a rigidity arranged to distribute pressure from the at least one hair accessory away from the wrist and the elasticity of the at least one hair accessory is arranged to force the at least one hair accessory against the bottom portion of the groove and the sidewalls restrict lateral movement of it within the groove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2016
    Publication date: June 9, 2016
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Shireen Maria THOR
  • Orthopedic device and method for securing the same
    Patent number: 9358146
    Abstract: An orthopedic device has various frame elements concealed by a sleeve defining pockets into which such frame elements are located. The orthopedic device includes a strap tightening assembly adapted to secure a plurality of straps simultaneously. The frame may include flexible edge features located along a periphery thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR hf
    Inventors: Hildur Inga Thorsteinsdottir, Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Helga Run Palsdottir, Bjorn Omarsson
  • Configurable subshell components in orthopedic devices
    Patent number: 9345607
    Abstract: A coupling device for an orthopedic brace includes an anchoring member for securing to a frame and protruding therefrom, and a subshell arranged to connect to the frame by the anchoring member. The subshell has a locking element for selectively positioning the subshell on the frame at a plurality of locations. The subshell may include an end portion or contoured edge extending beyond a portion of the frame so as to flex relative to the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Jane Lee, Yessenia Lopez, Joshua Kompa, Arni Thor Ingimundarson
  • Orthopedic device for treating complications of the hip
    Patent number: 9314363
    Abstract: An orthopedic device is provided for treating complications of the hip and has means for trochanter compression, pelvis support, lumbar compression, variously directed straps, and thigh support. The trochanter compression and an internal/external rotation strap provide pain relief through compression and skin protection, unloading of joints through compression and sealing, and unloading by load transfer. Means for adjustably dosing of straps enables pain management and ease of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR hf
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Thorvaldur Ingvarsson, Nina Bakken, Valgeir Petursson, Helga Run Palsdottir, Thorleifur Stefansson
  • THORACIC LUMBAR SACRAL ORTHOSIS
    Publication number: 20160074200
    Abstract: A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis includes an upper body support for use with a torso orthosis. The upper body support has an anterior assembly including an anterior plate secured to the torso orthosis, a sternal assembly connected to the anterior plate, and a pectoral assembly connected to the sternal assembly. A posterior assembly is connected to the torso orthosis and is connected to the pectoral assembly by at least one strap. The sternal assembly has at least one pivot point arranged to pivot the sternal assembly relative to the anterior plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Brice ROBERTSON, Harry Duane ROMO
  • Wearable device
    Patent number: 9265644
    Abstract: A wearable device includes a unitary first frame assembly which is integrally formed from first and second polymeric materials. The first frame assembly has a first frame portion formed by the first polymeric material and extends around part of a second frame portion formed by the second polymeric material. The first frame member includes a flexible first shell and a first connecting portion which depends from the first shell. The second frame portion forms part of the first shell and continuously extends to the first connecting portion without interruption. The second polymeric material has greater rigidity than the first polymeric material. The device also includes a second frame assembly having a second connecting portion which links to the first connecting portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Palmi Einarsson, Arni Thor Ingimundarson
  • Orthotic device and method for securing the same
    Patent number: 9265645
    Abstract: An orthotic device includes a frame having a first shell defining front and rear surfaces, and extending longitudinally into the anterior and posterior sides of the brace. A tightening mechanism is mounted onto the first shell, and has a ratchet strap located along the rear surface of the first shell and a ratchet device mounted on the front surface of the first shell. An elongate tensioning device having a first end portion is connected to the ratchet strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Palmi Einarsson
  • Thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis
    Patent number: 9220625
    Abstract: A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis includes an upper body support for use with a torso orthosis. The upper body support has an anterior assembly including an anterior plate secured to the torso orthosis, a sternal assembly connected to the anterior plate, and a pectoral assembly connected to the sternal assembly. A posterior assembly is connected to the torso orthosis and is connected to the pectoral assembly by at least one strap. The sternal assembly has at least one pivot point arranged to pivot the sternal assembly relative to the anterior plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2015
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Brice Robertson, Harry Duane Romo
  • Orthopedic device
    Patent number: 9220622
    Abstract: An orthopedic device includes an orthopedic frame, a strap system connected to and depending from the frame and arranged to secure to a limb or joint of a wearer, and a bladder system connected to the strap system. The bladder system has a bladder positioned on the strap system and is arranged between the strap system and the limb or joint of the wearer. The orthopedic device may also include a load cell device connected to the strap system and arranged to monitor pressure exerted on the limb or joint of the wearer, and a tightening mechanism connected to the load cell and arranged to adjust the pressure of the strap system in response to a pressure reading from the load cell. The bladder system and the load cells supplement the strap system to provide for more dynamic support to the limb or joint of the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2015
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Palmi Einarsson
  • ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE FOR DYNAMICALLY TREATING THE KNEE
    Publication number: 20150366696
    Abstract: An orthopedic device is arranged for dynamically treating the knee. The device includes a hinge assembly, a frame having an upper cuff and a lower cuff spaced apart from and connected by the hinge assembly, and a dynamic shell connected to the frame and extending along the first side of the brace. An adjustment system is connected to the dynamic shell and includes a tensioning element operatively engaging the shell and the hinge assembly. The adjustment system is arranged to increase and decrease tension in the tensioning element. The dynamic shell is arranged to be drawn toward the frontal plane as the orthopedic device goes from an extension orientation to a flexion orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Harry Duane ROMO, Bjorn OMARSSON, Janaki Ram-srinivasaRao CHETLAPALLI, Robert LAPRADE, Thorvaldur INGVARSSON
  • ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE FOR TREATING COMPLICATIONS OF THE HIP
    Publication number: 20150328033
    Abstract: An orthopedic device is provided for treating complications of the hip and has means for trochanter compression, pelvis support, lumbar compression, variously directed straps, and thigh support. The trochanter compression and an internal/external rotation strap provide pain relief through compression and skin protection, unloading of joints through compression and sealing, and unloading by load transfer. Means for adjustably dosing of straps enables pain management and ease of use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2015
    Publication date: November 19, 2015
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Thorvaldur INGVARSSON, Nina BAKKEN, Valgeir PETURSSON, Helga Run PALSDOTTIR, Thorleifur STEFANSSON, Hronn KRISTINSDOTTIR, Stefan Orn STEFANSSON, Henry HSU
  • ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE FOR TREATING COMPLICATIONS OF THE HIP
    Publication number: 20150328034
    Abstract: An orthopedic device comprises a hip plate, a first strut defining an anatomical curvature between first and second ends, and a second strut having a first end slidably received by the hip plate. A hinge couples the first and second struts to one another at the first end of the first strut and the second end of the second strut, and is arranged to provide adjustable abduction ranging from a plurality of angles. A thigh cuff connects to the second end of the first strut.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2015
    Publication date: November 19, 2015
    Inventors: Arni Thor INGIMUNDARSON, Thorvaldur INGVARSSON, Nina BAKKEN, Valgeir PETURSSON, Helga Run PALSDOTTIR, Thorleifur STEFANSSON, Hronn KRISTINSDOTTIR, Stefan Orn STEFANSSON, Henry HSU
  • Walker having height adjustment and method for doing the same
    Patent number: 9180038
    Abstract: A walker having height adjustment, and a method of use thereof, generally includes a base. Length adjustable strut assemblies are provided to allow the walker to be converted between a fully extended configuration, a high top walker configuration, and a fully retracted, low top walker configuration, as well as to numerous configurations having incremental heights between the fully extended and the fully retracted configurations. Thus, a modular support is provided that can be used to provide different levels of immobilization and can be used for various therapeutic purposes, can accommodate different patient leg lengths with one device, and allows practitioners to carry a reduced inventory.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Arnar Kristjansson, Duane Romo
  • Orthopedic device for dynamically treating the knee
    Patent number: 9125730
    Abstract: An orthopedic device is arranged for dynamically treating the knee. The device includes a hinge assembly, a frame having an upper cuff and a lower cuff spaced apart from and connected by the hinge assembly, and a dynamic shell connected to the frame and extending along the first side of the brace. An adjustment system is connected to the dynamic shell and includes a tensioning element operatively engaging the shell and the hinge assembly. The adjustment system is arranged to increase and decrease tension in the tensioning element. The dynamic shell is arranged to be drawn toward the frontal plane as the orthopedic device goes from an extension orientation to a flexion orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignee: OSSUR HF
    Inventors: Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Harry Duane Romo, Bjorn Omarsson, Janaki Ram-srinivasaRao Chetlapalli, Robert Laprade, Thorvaldur Ingvarsson