Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and systems for transforming characters stored in a fixed format into an alternate format or template with which the fixed format would otherwise be incompatible. In particular, methods and systems are disclosed for reading a customer identification (CID) number from a radio frequency identification device (RFID) and processing the CID number into a format that is compatible with an otherwise incompatible standard, template, sequence, or combination thereof.

Abstract: The invention comprises a limb support having upper, middle and lower sections. The upper section includes two compartments for receiving a fluid or ice and forming a trough to receive a limb of the patient. The middle section is in the form of an inflatable compartment for adjusting the height of the unit. The lower section includes three triangular-shaped compartments for adjusting the angle at which the unit is to be rested.