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).
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Patent number: 12042416Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 4, 2022Date of Patent: July 23, 2024Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
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Publication number: 20230181345Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2022Publication date: June 15, 2023Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy NG, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
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Patent number: 11504257Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 9, 2019Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
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Publication number: 20200000618Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2019Publication date: January 2, 2020Inventors: Carl HOFFMEIER, Tracy NG, Eileen ZIRPOLO-KISCO
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Patent number: 10406013Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: July 29, 2016Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Assignee: DJO LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
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Publication number: 20160331570Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2016Publication date: November 17, 2016Inventors: Carl HOFFMEIER, Tracy NG, Eileen ZIRPOLO-KISCO
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Patent number: 8591444Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 27, 2011Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Robert Bejarano, Emee Villegas, Carl Hoffmeier
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Patent number: 8409123Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 10, 2010Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng, Eileen Zirpolo-Kisco
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Patent number: 8298166Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 10, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng
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Publication number: 20120065564Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2010Publication date: March 15, 2012Applicant: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Tracy Ng
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Publication number: 20110314637Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: DJO, LLCInventors: Robert Bejarano, Emee Villegas, Carl Hoffmeier
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Patent number: 7311687Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 4, 2005Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Assignee: DJO, LLCInventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Jennifer Sullivan, John Martin, Colin Seth Gregersen
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Publication number: 20050240135Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2005Publication date: October 27, 2005Inventors: Carl Hoffmeier, Jennifer Sullivan, John Martin, Colin Gregersen