Patents by Inventor Jack C. Shields

Jack C. Shields 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).

  • Self-elevating limb support
    Patent number: 4982745
    Abstract: A limb support for elevating the distal end of a patient's limb. The support is formed from a generally conical body having a longitudinal through bore for accommodating the patient's limb. The distal end of the limb is positioned adjacent the base of the conical body to elevate the end when the limb support rests on a supporting structure. A portion of the conical body may be open to permit bending of the patient's elbow or knee joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 1990
    Date of Patent: January 8, 1991
    Inventor: Jack C. Shields