Abstract: A system for extending a finger of a hand comprises structural elements configured to be inserted into a flexed finger and capable of providing a controllable force to extend the finger. In some embodiments, structural elements comprise a cam connected to a spacer, the spacer connected to a first strut, and a second strut holding a loading assembly, an end piece and a spring. The loading assembly compresses or relaxes the spring, which exerts a variable force on the end piece, which rotates the cam and the first strut about an extension angle. When the extension angle is minimal, the first and second struts are substantially parallel. A method of extending a finger of a hand substantially fixed in a flexed position comprises inserting a system comprising structural elements into the finger and thereafter providing a force to extend the finger and maintaining the force for a period of time.

Abstract: A system for extending a finger of a hand comprises structural elements configured to be inserted into a flexed finger and capable of providing a controllable force to extend the finger. In some embodiments, structural elements comprise a cam connected to a spacer, the spacer connected to a first strut, and a second strut holding a loading assembly, an end piece and a spring. The loading assembly compresses or relaxes the spring, which exerts a variable force on the end piece, which rotates the cam and the first strut about an extension angle. When the extension angle is minimal, the first and second struts are substantially parallel. A method of extending a finger of a hand substantially fixed in a flexed position comprises inserting a system comprising structural elements into the finger and thereafter providing a force to extend the finger and maintaining the force for a period of time.

Abstract: In an adjustable splint assembly having a lower strut and an upper strut, and having there between a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, the improvement comprising the lower strut being provided with a loading screw, a spring and a spring spacer with a graduated number series thereon all contained within an inner housing tube with a single window and wherein the lower strut has an outer lower leg tube provided with a series of windows, and depending on the length of the lower strut, the graduated number series will register with a window in said series of windows and the window of the inner housing tube so that the amount of tension being applied by the loading screw can be read at that particular window of the outer lower leg tube.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for applying graded compression to the hand to remedy the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The device is a passive therapy device which receives the palm of the hand and applies graduated pressure to the top of the hand to relieve carpal tunnel region of the hand by spreading the area of the carpal tunnel. There are also disclosed a centralizing means which allows for accurate placement of the means for apply pressure to the top of the hand and also a means for further spreading and fixing the spread in the carpal tunnel region.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for applying graded compression to the hand to remedy the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The device is a passive therapy device which receives the palm of the hand and applies graduated pressure to the top of the hand to relieve carpal tunnel region of the hand by spreading the area of the carpal tunnel.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for applying graded compression to the hand to remedy the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The device is a passive therapy device which receives the palm of the hand and applies graduated pressure to the top of the hand to relieve carpal tunnel region of the hand by spreading the area of the carpal tunnel. There are also disclosed a centralizing means which allows for accurate placement of the means for apply pressure to the top of the hand and also a means for further spreading and fixing the spread in the carpal tunnel region.

Abstract: A passive therapy device useful for bringing back mobility to the wrist, forearm and/or elbow after immobilization. The device provides therapy to restricted tissue in the wrist, forearm and/or elbow while applying passive tension during therapy. The therapy device is able to readily convert from supination therapy to pronation therapy. In addition, the device can be converted for either right hand use or left hand use.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for applying graded compression to the hand to remedy the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The device is a passive therapy device which receives the palm of the hand and applies graduated pressure to the top of the hand to relieve carpal tunnel region of the hand by spreading the area of the carpal tunnel.

Abstract: A passive therapy device useful for bringing back mobility to the wrist, forearm and/or elbow after immobilization. The device provides therapy to restricted tissue in the wrist, forearm and/or elbow while applying passive tension during therapy. The therapy device is able to readily convert from supination therapy to pronation therapy. In addition, the device can be converted for either right hand use or left hand use.

Abstract: A passive therapy device useful for bringing back mobility to the wrist, forearm and/or elbow after immobilization. The device provides therapy to restricted tissue in the wrist, forearm and/or elbow while applying passive tension during therapy. The therapy device is able to readily convert from supination therapy to pronation therapy. In addition, the device can be converted for either right hand use or left hand use.

Abstract: A device to be held in the mouth of a patient who has limited jaw opening and to assist in the therapy. The device has a frame with opposite side members having adjustable lengths. A rotatable knob drives a threaded screw to change the tension applied to a pair of springs. The springs activate a cam to raise or lower an upper mouthpiece with respect to a lower mouthpiece and to thereby adjust the jaw opening of the patient.

Abstract: An articulated physical therapy device used in the therapy of a frozen shoulder is provided with tensioning means. In the preferred embodiment of the device there is a reciprocating strut employing rods and plates enclosed in a tube. The preferred embodiment can also be provided with a cam-operated detent for easy adjustment of the length of the forearm strut. Means are provided for easy removal of the reciprocating upper arm unit. A detent and keeper are provided for convenient changing of the reciprocating unit from the left side protractor retainer to the right side protractor retainer.

Abstract: The herein disclosed invention is directed to an articulated physical therapy device used in the therapy of a frozen shoulder. The device can be provided with tensioning means which facilitate exercise.

Abstract: An adjustable spring-loaded splint device is provided for supporting the ankle joint of a wearer. The splint device includes a pair of spaced lower struts and a pair of spaced upper struts pivotably connected to lower struts. The lower struts each include, at one end, a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, and the upper struts each include an adjustable spring assembly mounted therein, including a spring biased into engagement with the cam surface, for applying a quantifiable force tending to align the upper and lower struts. Upper and lower sets of cuff and strap members are connected between the upper struts which adjustably and releasably secure the splint device to the limb of the wearer using a detachable fastener including hooks and loops fastener sections. An adjustable footplate assembly is pivotably connected to the lower struts of the splint device for securely supporting the foot of the wearer in a selected relation with respect to the ankle.

Abstract: An adjustable spring-loaded splint device is provided for supporting the ankle joint of a wearer. The splint device includes a pair of spaced lower struts and a pair of spaced upper struts pivotally connected to lower struts. The lower struts each include, at one end, a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, and the upper struts each include an adjustable spring assembly mounted therein, including a spring biased into engagement with the cam surface, for applying a quantifiable force tending to align the upper and lower struts. Upper and lower sets of cuff and strap members are connected between the upper struts which adjustably and releasably secure the splint device to the limb of the wearer using a detachable fastener including hooks and loops fastener sections. An adjustable footplate assembly is pivotably connected to the lower struts of the splint device for securely supporting the foot of the wearer in a selected relation with respect to the ankle.

Abstract: An adjustable splint assembly comprises of an adjustable splint device and a fixator device, said adjustable splint device comprising a distal strut and a proximal strut pivotably connected to said distal strut, one of said struts having at one end a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, an adjustable biasing means mounted within the other strut and biased into engagement with said cam surface for applying a quantifiable force tending to align or approximate said distal and proximal struts, said fixator device comprising a right ring and a left ring, two or more surgical wires for implanting through a bone, with said wires connected at each end to the periphery of the right ring and crossing each other substantially near the center axis of said right ring, two or more surgical wires similarly connected to and crossing within the left ring, means for connecting said surgical wires to the right ring and left ring, and upper rod connected at one end to the left ring and at the other end to the r

Abstract: An ajustable splint assembly is shown. The assembly is composed of a distal strut and a proximal strut pivotably connected to the distal strut. One of the struts has at one end a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface. The other strut has an adjustable biasing means mounted within it and is biased into engagement with the cam surface for applying a quantifiable force tending to align or proximate said upper and lower struts. A limb cradle is slidably mounted on the distal strut. The splint assembly also includes means for laterally adjusting said cradle to accommodate a limb part, a platform for supporting a proximal limb part, means connecting said platform to the proximal strut, said platform being longitudinally adjustable, and means for securing said splint assembly to the limb.

Abstract: An adjustable spring-loaded splint comprising a pair of lower struts and a pair of upper struts, each member of the pair of lower struts being pivotably connected to a member of the pair of upper struts, said members of each pair being spaced apart a distance to accommodate limb parts distal and proximal to the limb joint, at least one of said struts having at one end a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, an adjustable spring means mounted within the strut pivotably connected to said cam surface-containing strut and biased into engagement with said cam surface, for applying a quantifiable force tending to align or approximate the cam surface-containing strut with the adjustable spring means and means provided said pair of upper struts and said pair of lower struts for securely holding therebetween said distal and proximal parts of a limb.

Abstract: An adjustable splint assembly comprising a lower strut and an upper strut pivotably connected to said lower struct, one of said struts having at one end a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, an adjustable biasing means mounted within the other strut and biased into engagement with said cam surface, for applying a quantifiable force tending to align or approximate said upper and lower struts and means for securing said splint assembly to a limb.

Abstract: An adjustable splint assembly comprising a lower strut and an upper strut pivotably connected to said lower strut, one of said struts having at one end a pivotably mounted head portion defining a cam surface, an adjustable biasing means mounted within the other strut and biased into engagement with said cam surface, for applying a quantifiable force tending to align or approximate said upper and lower struts and means for securing said splint assembly to a limb.