Patents by Inventor Carl Hoffmeier

Carl Hoffmeier 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).

  • Publication number: 20230181345
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy NG, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
  • Patent number: 11504257
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
  • Publication number: 20200000618
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2019
    Publication date: January 2, 2020
    Inventors: Carl HOFFMEIER, Tracy NG, Eileen ZIRPOLO-KISCO
  • Patent number: 10406013
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2019
    Assignee: DJO LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
  • Publication number: 20160331570
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 17, 2016
    Inventors: Carl HOFFMEIER, Tracy NG, Eileen ZIRPOLO-KISCO
  • Patent number: 8591444
    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for adjusting rotational limits of an orthopedic brace hinge are provided. A hinge stop assembly limits rotational travel of first and second frame members of the hinge. An indexing key of the hinge stop assembly is actuatable in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the hinge to lock and unlock the position of the hinge stop assembly relative to the hinge. Actuation of the hinge stop assembly unlocks the indexing key and allows movement of the hinge stop assembly to set a desired limit on the flexion or extension of the brace hinge. Release of the hinge stop assembly locks the indexing key and locks the hinge stop assembly in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Bejarano, Emee Villegas, Carl Hoffmeier
  • Patent number: 8409123
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
  • Patent number: 8298166
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2012
    Assignee: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng
  • Publication number: 20120065564
    Abstract: A dorsal night splint has dynamic adjustable features that allow the patient to adjust the splint while in use to control the stretching of the plantar fascia and Achilles. A semi-rigid flexible frame is included along with a tightening strap that is anchored to the frame and by which the patient can tension the strap and adjust the structure of the frame to fit the patient's desired therapeutic or prophylactic needs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Applicant: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng
  • Publication number: 20110314637
    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for adjusting rotational limits of an orthopedic brace hinge are provided. A hinge stop assembly limits rotational travel of first and second frame members of the hinge. An indexing key of the hinge stop assembly is actuatable in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the hinge to lock and unlock the position of the hinge stop assembly relative to the hinge. Actuation of the hinge stop assembly unlocks the indexing key and allows movement of the hinge stop assembly to set a desired limit on the flexion or extension of the brace hinge. Release of the hinge stop assembly locks the indexing key and locks the hinge stop assembly in place.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2011
    Publication date: December 29, 2011
    Applicant: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Bejarano, Emee Villegas, Carl Hoffmeier
  • Patent number: 7311687
    Abstract: An osteoarthritis brace having relatively large semi-rigid cuffs for abutting the wearer's thigh and calf. In one embodiment, the semi-rigid cuffs are secured to rigid cuffs of the brace only on one side and in substantially a center of the rigid cuffs. The semi-rigid cuffs bear reaction forces created by a medial/lateral force applied to the wearer's knee by a hinge of the brace. The semi-rigid cuffs provide flesh containment, distribute loads over a large portion of the wearer's flesh, eliminate pinch points and provide enhanced fitting capabilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2007
    Assignee: DJO, LLC
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Jennifer Sullivan, John Martin, Colin Seth Gregersen
  • Publication number: 20050240135
    Abstract: An osteoarthritis brace having relatively large semi-rigid cuffs for abutting the wearer's thigh and calf. In one embodiment, the semi-rigid cuffs are secured to rigid cuffs of the brace only on one side and in substantially a center of the rigid cuffs. The semi-rigid cuffs bear reaction forces created by a medial/lateral force applied to the wearer's knee by a hinge of the brace. The semi-rigid cuffs provide flesh containment, distribute loads over a large portion of the wearer's flesh, eliminate pinch points and provide enhanced fitting capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2005
    Publication date: October 27, 2005
    Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Jennifer Sullivan, John Martin, Colin Gregersen