Patents by Inventor Robert E. Dorer

Robert E. Dorer 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).

  • Progressive static flexion device for phalanges
    Patent number: 4945902
    Abstract: A device for progressively applying a flexion force to a phalange includes a fraction-force producing portion for applying long-axis traction to the finger and a flexion-force producing portion, that is infinitely adjustable within a wide range of lengths, for applying a flexion force directly to the proximal phalanx generally perpendicular the long-axis of the bone. The flexion force is adjustable independently of the traction force. Embodiments are disclosed for providing progressive flexion to one finger, two adjacent fingers, or the thumb.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1988
    Date of Patent: August 7, 1990
    Assignee: Bissell Health Care Corporation
    Inventors: Robert E. Dorer, Lawrence Belden