Abstract: A pelvic positioning system for positioning a patient's pelvic area for a pelvic or rectal exam featuring a base with an indentation disposed in the front end for providing the physician access to the patient's pelvic region. Two peaks for the patient's thighs are disposed at the front end of the base and are separated by the indentation. An inward curvature is disposed in the top surface of the base between the indentation and the back end of the base. The system functions to position a patient's pelvic region comfortably and effectively.

Abstract: A new and useful portable pelvic exam device is provided, which is lightweight for convenient transport or storage, and is readily used atop existing surfaces in the environment such as a bed and maintains a patient in a dorsal or modified lithotic position for a pelvic examination or procedure. The device comprises a substantially wedge shaped prismatic base with a concave semispherical well along the front surface, over which a patient orients her vulva to create a theatre in which the examiner may observe the anatomy, operate ancillary tools and perform an indicated procedure or exam. Stirrup assemblies may be utilized in concert with the device to support the patient's feet and keep her knees spaced apart from each other and legs in an abducted position. Additionally, the device has a drawer moveably attached into an aperature in the device, which can be opened or closed and houses therein ancillary tools.

Abstract: A heel supporting and protective boot for bed-ridden patients, comprising unitary exterior and interior body forms which contain fiber filling and an angled foam wedge. Sewn tube holes on both sides allow for insertion of medical tubing. The inner fabric of the boot is antibacterial and moisture absorbent, while the outer fabric is moisture repellant. Left and right “Y-straps” provide secure upper and lower fastening of the boot as it envelops the patient's foot and lower leg. Two “loop” straps and a T-stabilizer stabilize the boot and keep the foot at a 90 degree angle to help eliminate foot drop. An opening at the heel of the boot and a circular cutout in the foam wedge allow the heel to remain exposed to air, provide proper elevation, and enhance blood circulation. The device enhances the healing of existing ulcers and minimizes the occurrence of foot drop and new pressure points.

Abstract: A portable boot style stirrup assembly with leg support for use during medical procedures. The portable boot style stirrup assembly affixes to the existing stirrup footrests found about medical examination tables, resultantly increasing procedural efficiency and decreasing doctor cost of the performance of in-office medical procedures, increasing patient comfort during prolonged procedures, and increasing doctor and patient safety during procedures. The portable boot style stirrup assembly includes a boot shell structure which supports a patient's foot and calf and a receptacle constructed and arranged to receive the existing stirrup footrest of medical procedure tables and allow for adjustment of the adductive and abductive angle positioning of a patient's leg for examination and surgical procedures.

Abstract: A device to hold one's foot in a neutral position while sitting in order to aid in healing includes a large plastic panel with a set of parallel plastic strips extending upward. These strips are adjustable upon the surface of the board using a series of small holes and corresponding pins. The strips are thus aligned to match the width of one's foot being held in a shoe. When aligned upon the floor, the foot, in a normal shoe without the use of a brace, is held in a neutral position which helps prevent contracture of the leg and foot muscles thus promoting faster healing after surgery. Additionally, the current device does not provide for pinching or twisting as commonly occurs with conventional prosthetic braces.

Abstract: A medical examination device is provided with a pair of foot support assemblies, a patient support mat, and a pair of legs. Wheel assemblies are attached to the legs facilitate the transportation of the device to and from a bed whereby the support assemblies, patient support mat, and legs are extended and adjusted to support a patient on the bed to facilitate a medical examination. The foot support assemblies, patient support mat, and legs are collapsible so that the device is transported and stored in a small, compact size.

Abstract: A device (10) for facilitating a medical examination includes a movable body (12) having a storage compartment (24) therein and a door member (42, 44) movably mounted to the body (12) for at least partially covering the storage compartment (24). A supporting unit (72, 74) is mounted to the body (12) for supporting a foot of a patient during the performance of a medical examination.

Abstract: A medical examination table system includes a medical examination table having one or more moveable sections for supporting a patient. One or more supports are secured to the medical examination table and there is provided at least one coupling that is slidably mounted on one of the supports and movable back and forth thereon. The slidably mounted coupling includes a receptor that receives and holds an accessory such that the accessory and the coupling are movable back and forth on the support with respect to the examination table.

Abstract: A device (10) for facilitating a medical examination includes a movable body (12) having a storage compartment (24) therein and a door member (42, 44) movably mounted to the body (12) for at least partially covering the storage compartment (24). A supporting unit (72, 72) is mounted to the body (12) for supporting a foot of a patient during the performance of a medical examination.

Abstract: Apparatus for suspending the calf and foot of a patient recumbent on a bed to relieve pressure on the thigh of the patient includes a leg lift unit in the form of a rigid, trough-like posterior shell shaped to engage under the patient's calf and foot. A bail having opposite ends is connected to the side walls of the shell so that the bail loops above the shell and a support frame extends up and over the bed. A cord hanging from the frame is releasably connected to the bail. By appropriately adjusting the position of the frame, the patient's calf may be subjected to the necessary amount of lift and/or tension to minimize localized pressure on the patient's thigh and buttock areas and to relieve compression forces on the patient's spinal column.

Abstract: A device for facilitating a medical examination includes a movable body having a storage compartment therein and a door member movably mounted to the body for at least partially covering the storage compartment. A supporting unit is mounted to the body for supporting a foot of a patient during the performance of a medical examination.

Abstract: A simple tibial distraction device includes a simple height-adjustable limb support triangle for positioning a patient's knee during surgery. The triangle includes a slidable support plate for carrying a Steinman pin, as well as a foot support strap to apply traction to the patient's lower leg and/or ankle.

Abstract: A diaper changing table is a piece of furniture with a pad on top, two rods with stirrups and a foot pedal that raises the rods. The purpose of the invention is to provide a changing table, which holds a baby's leg in the proper position and at the same time raises the legs and buttocks. This allows the adult to change the diaper without using his/her hands to lift the baby's legs and buttocks. This is convenient because it allows the adult to apply the diaper and easily reach for the other needed things while the stirrups hold the legs of the child in place so that the child does not squirm out of position.

Abstract: An adjustable position limb support for surgical tables consisting of a support arm pivotally mounted at one end to a base which is attachable to the table and an externally powered position actuator pivotally mounted to the support arm and the base at positions spaced apart from the support arm pivot. The actuator is extendable and retractable and may be powered either electrically, hydraulically, or by compressed air. The actuator is controlled by a suitable device within the actuator or remote from it and an appropriate appliance for holding the limb is provided on the support arm.

Abstract: A medical stirrup device includes a base adapted for fixed securement to an associated support member. The device further includes a gooseneck shaft member having a proximal end connected to the base and a distal end spaced from the base. The gooseneck shaft member is selectively manually bendable by an end-user into a curvilinear operative shape between an unbent linear position and a bendable limit of the gooseneck shaft member. A fastener is located at the distal end of the gooseneck shaft member. The fastener is adapted to engage a mating fastener of an associated limb support member to connect the associated limb support member to the shaft. In one version of the development, the shaft member includes first and second co-axial spiral-wound tubular members. In another version, the shaft has adjustable rigidity and is defined from a series of articulated links. A method of positioning a human limb for a medical procedure is also disclosed.

Abstract: In the healthcare field there are specific wounds generally referred to as “pressure ulcers” or “decubitus ulcers”. These wounds are generally caused by: direct constant pressure to body tissues; internal disease or disorders which surfaces on the skin; urine or fecal material constantly in contact with skin causing breakdown; lack of proper nutrition; or, a combination of all these factors. These wounds occur mostly on “bed-ridden patients” whose debilitation is such that they cannot react to their body's neurological signals for them to adjust their position. Most of these patients are prone and lay on standard mattresses. These “pressure ulcers” can occur in any area of the body but are predominantly found in the shoulders, coccyx, hip, legs, and heels. Actually, any “bony-prominence” is a candidate for breakdown if pressure is allowed to be against it constantly.

Abstract: A foldable leg stirrups for use during sex or medical examination that can be concealed, after use, between the mattress/box spring of a bed, or under the seat cushion(s) of a couch or chair, or between the mattress/cushion and frame of an examination table.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a leg while healing enhances flow of fluids to and from the leg. The apparatus has an angled leg support area. The various implementations include low cost devices mad from cardboard or the like, re-useable devices made from plastics or wire frames, stackable and foldable devices.

Abstract: A cover for use on a medical examination table stirrup, the cover forming a pocket. The pocket is defined by an upper edge and side edges extending downwardly from the upper edge to a bottom edge, the bottom edge being open to form a mouth. The pocket receives the frame of the stirrup. A closure tie, such as elastic, for securing the pocket about the stirrup frame is provided in the bottom edge.

Abstract: A leg holder system for simultaneously positioning in the abduction and lithotomy dimensions including a support device for supporting a leg cradle; a clamping device for mounting the proximate end of the support device to a mounting device having a first axis and selectively clamping and releasing motion of the support device about the first axis and about a second axis transverse to the first axis. An actuator device for actuating the clamp to selectively clamp and release simultaneously the support device and the mounting device; and an operator device remote from the clamping device and actuator device for operating the actuator device to enable the support device to move simultaneously about the first and second axis in both the lithotomy and abduction dimensions.

Abstract: A heel cup for a medical examination table has a solid bottom, and a heel receiving area that comfortably cradles the patient's heel. The rear portion to receive the heel is spherically shaped so the patient's heel can rotate as required and maintain the comfort of the patient. The forward portion that receives the extending foot of the patient is cylindrically shaped so the patient's foot will have a comfortable supporting surface regardless of the angle of the foot in the heel cup. A stub shaft extends from the rear of the heel cup for mounting the heel cup on the examination table. The stub shaft is positioned so that, when the heel cup is fixed to the table, the heel cup will be oriented as a mirror image of the patient's acetabulum. Thus, the patient's leg can move freely, rotating in the acetabulum at one end, and the heel cup at the other.

Abstract: A medical stirrup supporting and positioning apparatus which provides three dimensional adjustment. The stirrup features a single locking member which simultaneously locks the stirrup into two of three non parallel planes. It also includes a free-floating boot which together with the locking device allows the stirrup to be locked in a horizontal plane and also locked in the adduction or abduction position, but the boot is still free to tilt forward and backwards between safety stop positions.

Abstract: A leg holder system for simultaneously positioning in the abduction and lithotomy dimensions including a support device for supporting a leg cradle; a clamping device for mounting the proximate end of the support device to a mounting device having a first axis and selectively clamping and releasing motion of the support device about the first axis and about a second axis transverse to the first axis. An actuator device for actuating the clamp to selectively clamp and release simultaneously the support device and the mounting device; and an operator device remote from the clamping device and actuator device for operating the actuator device to enable the support device to move simultaneously about the first and second axis in both the lithotomy and abduction dimensions.