Abstract: The present invention provides an easily transportable immobilization device and system designed to immobilize fractures, severe sprains or soft tissue injuries within a body structure. The device generally contains a shaped body having one or more portions constructed and arranged to fit onto a leg or arm having a fracture, severe strain or soft tissue injury. The device utilizes a multilayer construction which allows for the delivery of the device to an individual in need in a compressed state. Activation allows a portion of the device to return to the non-compressed state, uniformly expanding outwardly, both longitudinally and radially. As the device expands, it surrounds and contacts the injured body structure, thereby applying a pressure as well as preventing lateral movement. The injured body structure is completely immobilized and secured until proper evaluation and care can be performed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an orthosis (100) and method for the treatment of wrist and elbow illnesses. The orthosis (100) includes a first cuff (101) adapted to be secured to a hand of a user. A second cuff (102) is adapted to be secured to an upper arm portion above an elbow joint of the user. The first cuff (101) and the second cuff (102) include a first attachment point (103) and a second attachment point (104), respectively. The orthosis (100) also includes a resilient member (105) having a first end (106) and a second end (107) opposing the first end (106). The first end (106) of the resilient member (105) is attached to the first attachment point (104) of the first cuff (101). The second end (107) of the resilient member (105) is attached to the second attachment point (104) of the second cuff (102).

Abstract: The invention relates to an orthosis (100) and method for the treatment of wrist and elbow illnesses. The orthosis (100) includes a first cuff (101) adapted to be secured to a hand of a user. A second cuff (102) is adapted to be secured to an upper arm portion above an elbow joint of the user. The first cuff (101) and the second cuff (102) include a first attachment point (103) and a second attachment point (104), respectively. The orthosis (100) also includes a resilient member (105) having a first end (106) and a second end (107) opposing the first end (106). The first end (106) of the resilient member (105) is attached to the first attachment point (104) of the first cuff (101). The second end (107) of the resilient member (105) is attached to the second attachment point (104) of the second cuff (102).

Abstract: A cast is disclosed comprising a membrane, padding and immobilizing material. The membrane repels water but allows oxygen and vapor to pass outwardly from the skin. The padding is disposed between the membrane and immobilizing material. The membrane prevents the wet padding from direct contact with the wearer's skin.

Abstract: An external fixation device that allows passive or active flexion/extension range of motion of the proximal interphalangeal joint. The fixation device assures maintenance of congruent proximal interphalangeal joint throughout the flexion/extension arc. The device attaches to orthopedically placed pins in the proximal phalanx and middle phalanx. Components placed between the pins include an adjustable hinge support that is centered over the axis of the joint for articulation of a hinge member. The hinge member allows distraction and/or compression along a longitudinal axis perpendicular to the hinge member. In addition, the device provides for dorsal/volar adjustability by use of alignment pins and an adjustment bolt placed perpendicular to the distraction/compression mechanism. The result is a fully adjustable external fixation device that allows 110 degrees of passive and active motion further allowing for the transient realignment of the subluxed joint providing joint congruency.