Abstract: A support device which is worn on one's wrist to protect the median nerve when the wrist is resting on a surface such as a keyboard of a computer. The device is tubular in structure and fabricated of a knit material including a mixture of SPANDEX® and cotton. The knit material permits the tubular device to expand for placing the device over the hand and onto the wrist. The tubular knot material includes a pocket or space in which a foam material is placed. The foam ends are folded back toward each other and spaced from each other to form a canal. The canal is placed toward the wrist when worn and aligned with the median nerve. Therefore, a space is provided over the median nerve to protect the median nerve from excess pressure from the wrist.

Abstract: A user wearable wrist support formed of low temperature moldable, formable plastic, normally closed-cell foam laminated between surface sheets of fabric. The wrist support comprises a curvate clasp having a generally self-supporting C shaped cross section, with the clasp encircling the wrist of the wearer. The clasp is secured in position by a strap. A palmar stay extends transverse of the clasp onto a palmar pad integrally extending from a side of the clasp. In one embodiment the clasp is provided with outwardly extending wrist support rests alongside the stay for supporting the clasp on a planar surface. In another embodiment the support comprises two sheets of plastic material of different densities and hardness sandwiching and embedding a stay therebetween. The device is fabricated by first creating a sheet of foam laminated with at least one surface fabric sheet. Blanks for forming the clasp are cut from the foam sheet and subjected to selective compression, heat, and molding to form the support.

Abstract: A wristpad apparatus includes a flexible wristband and a flexible pillow connected to the bottom wristband portion, either separably or permanently. With one embodiment, the wristband includes a plurality of wristband segments connected together with intersegment hinges. With other embodiments, a wristpad apparatus includes an inner wall and an outer wall, wherein a portion of the inner wall and the outer wall provide a flexible wristband, and wherein a portion of the inner wall and the outer wall define a first interwall chamber which contains a quantity of flexible filler material providing a flexible pillow. With another embodiment, the flexible wristband includes first and second wristband strap portions connect to each other when on a person's wrist. With another class of embodiments of the invention, a wrist pad apparatus includes a flexible pillow which includes wrist elevation adjustment means, e. g. water or air supplied through an attached valve assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus for locating interlocking intramedullary nails comprises a slide device which is disposed at the near end of the nails and is capable of adjustment in various directions. The slide device is provided with a locking structure, a locating rod, or drilling guide sleeve. The relative positions of the near end and the far end threaded holes of the interlocking intramedullary nails of various hole intervals and specifications are adjusted by the slide device in accordance with the body size of a patient under treatment. The drilling position of the drilling guide sleeve can be attained with precision and speed.

Abstract: A protective apparatus for protecting an end of an appendage from physical contact after a surgical procedure. The apparatus has a base that affixes to an appendage. An attachment assembly affixes the base to the appendage. A protective guard extends outward from the base and bends back toward the base to at least partially enclose an end of the appendage. The guard creates a buffer that encloses space between the guard and the end of the appendage to prevent the end of the appendage from contacting the guard when a force is applied to the guard.

Abstract: The apparatus of the present invention stretches the carpal ligament and the flexor retinaculum, as well as the superficial structures and muscles of the hand, in a safe manner under precise control of the patient or a healthcare professional. The inventive apparatus includes a bilateral housing for receiving the patient's right or left hand with two bottom capture regions for capturing and retaining the thenar and hypothenar regions of the patient's hand. The housing also includes a top portion with a pressure element adapted and configured to contact at least a portion of the central longitudinal dorsal region of the patient's hand.

Abstract: A removable wrist cuff provides anatomical support for the relief of carpal tunnel stress upon the wrist and forearms with respect to repetitive motions of the hands and fingers. The wrist support includes a circumferential fabric device for the encirclement of a user's wrist and which is detachable from the wrist by the use of hook-and-loop fasteners at opposite and opposing ends. The bottom or palmar side of the cuff is concave or crescent shaped in radial transverse cross-section such that the radial dimension between inner and outer axial surfaces tapers symmetrically at either side of the base of the wrist such that the top part of the cuff, when secured to the wrist, is composed of fabric only, this inclusive of the fasteners at opposing surfaces of ends of the cuff. The palmer side is preferably formed of a light, high-density foam, secured between opposing axial surfaces of wrist enveloping surfaces which, in radial cross-section, define the crescent-like geometry.

Abstract: A splint system for the palm of the hand includes a splint body includes a splint body in the form of a block having an outwardly curving rear surface that is pressed against the palm of a patient's palm and fastened thereto by a strap secured to itself by hook and loop fasteners.

Abstract: The present invention offers a brace for the treatment of tennis elbow and similar muscular disorders whereby both massage therapy and the continuous application of a fluid, topical lotion is provided. The brace is attached to the arm of a wearer such that a massage ball protruding from one end of the brace is in contact with the affected area of the arm such that as the arm is moved the massage ball exerts massaging pressure on the arm while simultaneously transferring a fluid, topical lotion from a fluid reservoir to the affected area of the arm.

Abstract: A CMC splint (10) supporting the thumb (T) and index finger (I) of a person's hand in a spread apart, separated position. A sleeve (12) having an open end (14) is sized to fit over the person's arm (A) and extend up the person's arm a distance between their wrist and elbow. The other end (16) of the sleeve is closed, but has openings (18) therein through which the thumb and fingers of the person's hand extend. A stiffening member (20) contained in the sleeve at its closed end keeps the person's thumb and index finger spread apart from each other in a spaced relationship to protect the CMC joint of the hand and allow the joint to heal. The stiffening member comprises a curved pad extending from the base of the index finger, about a curved web portion of the hand separating the index finger and the thumb, and along an inside surface of the thumb a distance above the base of the thumb.

Abstract: A sleeve-type wrist brace made of elastic material has a finger end and a forearm end, with an adjustable curved thumb strap and adjustable wrist straps.

Abstract: A splint for immobilizing the arm of a patient prior to transporting the patient to a site for further medical treatment. The splint includes a number of adjustable length arms which can be locked in fixed positions with thumbscrews.

Abstract: The present invention offers a brace for the treatment of tennis elbow and similar muscular disorders whereby both massage therapy and the continuous application of a fluid, topical lotion is provided. The brace is attached to the arm of a wearer such that a massage ball protruding from one end of the brace is in contact with the affected area of the arm such that as the arm is moved the massage ball exerts massaging pressure on the arm while simultaneously transferring a fluid, topical lotion from a fluid reservoir to the affected area of the arm.

Abstract: A hand orthosis includes a body having an oblate spheroid shape and an ellipsoidal surface. The hand orthosis is positioned against the palm of a patient's hand for separating a patient's fingers and thumb from contacting each other. A plurality of finger grooves are indented in substantially parallel and spaced apart configuration across the ellipsoidal surface. A first and a second angled groove is positioned on opposed sides of the plurality of finger grooves for placement of either thumb therein. The hand orthosis is fastened within the patient's palm by means for fastening to maintain separation of the fingers and thumb from each other for extended periods of time. A method of utilizing the hand orthosis during a medical treatment procedure is also disclosed.

Abstract: A dorsal compartment brace (10) includes a sleeve (12) having an open end (14) sized to fit over the person's arm (A) and extend above the person's wrist. The opposite end (16) of the sleeve has openings (18) and an extension (19) through which the thumb and fingers of the person's hand extend. A splint (20) carried in the sleeve is contoured to fit about the rear, dorsal portion of the person's hand. When the sleeve is worn, the splint immobilizes the first dorsal compartment of the hand to facilitate rehabilitation of the hand.

Abstract: A novel device and method for minimizing lateral hand and arm tremors in individuals is disclosed. The device is effective in minimizing tremors in patients suffering from Parkinson's Disease as well as other neurological or drug-induced conditions.

Abstract: The muscle tone reduction splint has an elongated pad. A retainer strap holds the pad against the sole of the foot or the palm of a hand adjacent to the digits. A plurality of digit separators are secured to the elongated pad. A free end of each digit separator is secured to hold the digit separators between adjacent digits. Securing the digit separators promotes a reduction of muscle hypertonicity in the extremities of neurologically impaired patients.

Abstract: A protective apparatus for protecting an end of an appendage from physical contact after a surgical procedure. The apparatus has a base that affixes to an appendage. An attachment assembly affixes the base to the appendage. A protective guard extends outward from the base and bends back toward the base to at least partially enclose an end of the appendage. The guard creates a buffer that encloses space between the guard and the end of the appendage to prevent the end of the appendage from contacting the guard when a force is applied to the guard.

Abstract: Gloves and harnesses for allowing patients to do rehabilitation and reeducation exercises. A first version allows a therapist to exercise a second person's hand(s) including their fingers, wrists, and arms by overlying the palm(s) of the therapist's hand(s) over the dorsum back of the patient's hand(s). The therapist wears a glove(s) having fasteners extending from the sides of the pinkie, fourth finger, middle finger, index finger and thumb, and a wrist portion, for wrapping about the corresponding fingers and wrist of the patients hand(s). The fasteners can include hook and loop straps, and self adhesive straps, and the like. A second version is a grasp assistance glove used by a single person where a patient wears a glove(s) having fastener straps extending outward from the tips of the pinkie, fourth finger, middle finger, index finger, and thumb portions, and a fastener attached to the palm portion of the glove.

Abstract: A glove for preventing carpal tunnel syndrome. It includes a flexible open-ended sleeve with a side thumb hole. It has a cushion on the inner surface of the front of the glove, which covers the carpal tunnel area. The sleeve is highly yieldable and elastic and is essentially of single thickness throughout.

Abstract: An adjustable splint provides for adjustment in one of a plurality of selectable positions. The splint comprises a first splint member for supporting a first portion of a limb of a patient and a second splint member for supporting a second portion of that limb, on opposite sides of a joint. A pivot connects the first and second members. A releasable clasp lies along the limb of the patient, arranged so that fastening the splint to the limb effectively locks the clasp in the selected position. In one arrangement, the clasp comprises a leaf spring attached to the first member. At a free end of the spring, a latch is provided which engages one of a plurality of notches in the second member. In alternative arrangements, a longitudinal slot may be provided in the second member to provide a larger number of positions.

Abstract: A universal hand orthotic device is provided for treating contractures in either of a patient's left hand or right hand. The universal hand orthotic device comprises a manually bendable splint element formed from a soft metal sheet, the splint element having an elongate central, wrist support region with an elongate hand support region projecting sidewardly from an upper end of said central region relative to a longitudinal axis of said central region. First and second ears projects to opposite sides of a lower end of the splint element central region, the ears being manually bendable relative to the central region to fit the splint element at least partially around either a patient's left wrist or a patient's right wrist according to the intended use of said device. The splint element is installed between first and second, relatively soft flat pads constructed from a closed cell plastic foam material to thereby form a padded splint assembly.

Abstract: A non-radio frequency energy sensitive sheet shaped to cover a palm and wrist is wrapped over a radio frequency energy sensitive sheet, a splint, attachment strap first ends, and a rod configured to receive the other ends of the attachment straps around the rod, and radio frequency energy is injected into the wrap by a mold having non-radio frequency energy sensitive press walls kept below sheet melting temperature until the second sheet is fused to itself around the splint and around the rod and bonded to the first sheet by the radio frequency generated heat provided by the second sheet.

Abstract: An universal carpal tunnel device for supporting the hand in a neutral position to alleviate and prevent the carpal tunnel syndrome. The device includes a pad for placement against a wearer, a base attached to the pad, a stay disposed between the pad and base, and an adjustment strap for attaching the device to the wearer. The pad or the base can be provided with a recessed channel for receiving the stay. The pad, base and stay form a palmar section of the device which extends over the heel of the hand and terminates prior to the palmar fold of the hand so to not unnecessarily restrict movement of the wearer's hand and digits, and a main section for engaging the forearm of the wearer. The palmar section also has a sufficient width for preventing opposition between the thumb and the fifth digit of the hand. The device laterally has first and second sides which are mirror images of each other so that the carpal tunnel device can be used on either the right or left hand.

Abstract: A wrist-band for preventing and treating carpal tunnel syndrome by allowing limited movements of the wrist of the user according to the bending extension movements. The wrist band includes a multi-layer soft and flexible band which is suitable for being positioned on an a portion between the hand and the forearm corresponding to the carpiulnaris articulation of the user. The band includes five adjacent portions. A first portion is a terminal portion having three rounded sides connected together. A second portion is connected to the first portion and includes a superior rounded side and an inferior rectilinear side. A third portion is connected to the second portion and is suitable for overlapping the first portion. A fourth portion is connected to the third portion and is of a size smaller than the first, second and third portions. The fifth portion is a terminal tongue-shaped portion having a fastener thereon so as to secure the wrist band around the wrist of the user.

Abstract: A bowler's dual position wrist and finger control device is disclosed. The device comprises a hand plate and a forearm plate pivotally linked by a double position hinge mechanism. The double position hinge mechanism angularly disposes the hand plate and forearm plate to each other and limits any backward angular movement beyond this limit, thereby restricting the backward movement of a bowler's hand during delivery of a bowling ball. The double position hinge mechanism allows the user to pre-select two such angles of disposition and limitation in the same plane, and to chose between them by positioning a release lever up or down. The invention further discloses the use of finger supports secured to the hand plate to provide additional support for the bowler. In the preferred embodiment the finger supports are laterally pivotable about the hand plate to enable the user to adjust the supports to a comfortable position.

Abstract: An elastic waistband comprises at least a main portion (A) made of an elastic fabric, a first end portion (B) in the form of two triangle-shaped tails (B1, B2) joined together to said main portion (A) and having at their free ends with Velcro® fasteners (V1, V2) and a second end portion (C) having anchoring felt pads (P) for the Velcro® Fasteners (V1, V2). The elastic main portion (A) is composed of a first central portion (A1) of a fabric (1) of greater elasticity than the elasticity of a fabric (2) of two side portions (A2, A3), joined together along transverse sewing lines (A1-2), A1-3). Transverse stiffening inserts (S1, S2, S3, S4) are disposed in correspondence of the transverse sewing lines joining together the first central portion (A1), the side portions (A2, A3) and the first and second end portions (B, C).

Abstract: A fracture brace having a U-shaped member with an inner, soft-cushioned layer carried on an outer rigid layer defining an open inner cavity for receiving and supporting a user's hand, adjacent to the metacarpal grouping of hand bones. The member is held in position by a strapping system which includes a lower wrist strap, a middle palm strap and an upper palm strap immediately below the fingers. One end of each strap is fixed to the backside of the member and securement to the member includes a loop associated with each strap. Each strap further includes a two-component hook and pile fastener. The pile component of the fastener is carried along the backside of each strap and each strap terminates with a free-end carrying the hook component of the fastener at the tip of the inside surface of each strap. The free end of each strap is adapted to be trained through associated loops of the strapping assembly.

Abstract: A wrist support device for allowing limited extension and flexion of the wrist but substantially limiting movement of the wrist in all other directions and further substantially limiting pressure from being placed on the wrist is disclosed. The wrist support device includes a first elongated channel shaped rigid member for aligning with the longitudinal axis of the user's forearm for abutting against the posterior aspect of the forearm and a second small rigid substantially flat member independent from the first member for aligning with the longitudinal axis of the user's forearm and abutting against the anterior aspect of the forearm. The two members are attached together and secured to the user's forearm by a plurality of releasable fastening members, such that when tightened, the wrist support device limits extension and flexion of the wrist and substantially limits pressure being placed on the wrist.

Abstract: A device for dispensing a skin treating agent on an appendage and its method of manufacture. The device having a first side with an inner surface and an outer surface, a second side with an inner surface and an outer surface, the first side and second side connected at an outer seal with the inner surfaces facing one another and forming a chamber for receiving and enclosing the appendage. The first and second sides having a perforated area which when torn apart creates an opening where the appendage is inserted into the chamber and a quantity of skin treating agent distributed in discrete areas on at least one of the inner surfaces of the chamber. A securing member enables the device to be secured to the appendage.

Abstract: An improved elbow brace adapted for teaching baseball throwing with three stays enclosed by cloth and attached with two circumferential cloth straps. Two or more pads 21 sit between the ends of stays and the inner surface of the brace which adjoins the skin when worn. Stitched seams 15 are placed very close to the edges of the primary stays 3 and the third stay 9 to carefully hold them in proper alignment, allowing less than three-eighths of an inch of lateral movement and preferable less than one-eighth of an inch. The span between the primary stays 3 narrows toward the top of the brace 11. The middle stay is stiffer than the other two.

Abstract: An orthopedic device (10) is provided for the treatment of physical disorders characterized by region(s) of localized, undue compression of body tissue leading to nerve compression and/or damage, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A carpal tunnel syndrome treatment device (10) in accordance with the invention includes a central, resilient, stretchable tensioning segment (12) with a plurality of relatively less stretchable adhesive straps (14-18) secured to the segment (12). In use, the segment (12) is placed on the back of a patient's hand (20), whereupon the straps (14-18) are pulled and adhered to the patient's palm in a fashion to expand the segment (12). In this orientation, the control segment (12) exerts continuous yielding or tensile forces through the straps (14-18) which in turn reduces carpal tunnel syndrome nerve compression and alleviates symptoms.

Abstract: An adjustable splint which provides for self-locking adjustment in one of a plurality of selectable positions. The splint comprises a first rigid member for supporting a first portion of a limb of a patient and a second rigid member for supporting a second portion of that limb, on opposite sides of a joint. A pivot connects the first and second members. A releasable clasp lies along the limb of the patient, arranged so that fastening the splint to the limb effectively locks the clasp in the selected position. In one embodiment, the clasp comprises a leaf spring attached to the first member. At a free end of the spring, a latch is provided which engages one of a plurality of notches in the second member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hand brace comprising a bandage capable of embracing the external regions of the distal ends of the metacarpal bones of the II° and V° finger, which incorporates a dorsal support, composed of a coated and internally padded plate made of semi-rigid material, fixed to a soft cushion shaped like a prism with cuneiform cross-section, which can be situated in intermediate position between the II° and the V° finger.

Abstract: A computer wrist pad comprises a bottom seat, an outer layer, two end plates, and at least one air sac. The bottom seat is provided with an open-ended receiving space in which the air sac is disposed. The receiving space is sealed off at both ends thereof by the two end plates. The air sac is inflatable and deflatable for adjusting the hardness and the thickness of the computer wrist pad.

Abstract: Hand, knee and elbow orthosis each have a deformable semi-rigid stiffener having two end plates joined by a narrow midportion and contained between thin foam sheets to make an insert. A finger separator may be attached and adjustably positioned on the hand orthosis. The finger separator may include a plurality of upstanding partitions and an elastic element for releasably securing the separator to the orthosis.

Abstract: A combined, reconfigurable, multi-purpose external orthopedic fixation device and multi-functional prosthesis, for use alternatively as an external orthopedic fixation device for providing support and/or traction for a sprained, fractured, or broken limb of a warm-blooded animal, especially a human being, and as an artificial prosthesis for providing both substitute elementary limb functionality and substitute multi-purpose specific task functionality of a limb, especially an upper limb, such as a finger, hand, wrist, forearm, or elbow, of a warm-blooded animal, especially a human being, is disclosed. The apparatus includes at least one flexible tubular elongate member having a flexible strengthening rod therein, and a pair of end caps.

Abstract: A protective device for at least two projecting parts of a limb, which parts extend outwardly in separate angular planes, the device including a flexible body at least partially surrounding the limb; a protection element made of a rigid or semi-rigid material locally distributed on the flexible body; an attachment system for the protection element on the flexible body; and a tightening element of the flexible body around the limb. The protection element includes at least one first part and one second part connected to one another by an articulation allowing a forced adjustment of the parts of the protection element with respect to the projecting parts to be protected when the tightening element is activated during tightening. The invention finds its application in protective devices used in skating, such as in-line skating, roller skating, or other similar sports.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a generally dorsally directed force to the palm of a person's hand includes an upper structural support which is structured to be secured in generally overlying relationship with respect to the dorsal region of the metacarpals. The upper support has a base structured to be in contact with the hand and support for straps. A palmar compression pad is structured to be in contact with the palm of the hand with the strap or straps being placed in tension to thereby resist undesired movement of the flexor tendon and thereby reduce median nerve compression in the carpal tunnel. In a first embodiment the upper support will have a base, a pair of apertured towers secured to the base through which a strap or straps may pass and a suitable structure for fastening the strap or straps to the upper support. The strap or straps will preferably be adjustably and removably securable to regions adjacent the ends of the palmar compression pad.

Abstract: A support system for a user of a computer keyboard or for a person performing other manual tasks of extended duration includes a pair of supports which are positioned proximate to respective ends of the keyboard. A rod is supported between the pair of supports to provide a horizontal guide rail. A pair of trolleys support a pair of independently moveable cradles. Each cradle supports a portion of a user's lower arm, wrist and hand. When the user places his or her lower arms, wrists and hands in the cradles, the hands and lower arms are supported above the keyboard or other work surface so that the user is assisted in supporting the weight of his or her arms and hands. The cradles can be moved horizontally from left to right and vice versa as well as arcuately as the user's hands are moved closer to and farther from the user's body.

Abstract: A device for controlling the reflex response of a muscle or muscular group articulating a living body joint by applying a specific mechanical stimulation (SMS) to the external area of the joint which corresponds to the mechano-receptors guiding a natural reflex of the muscle or muscular group. The embodiments of the device include a support member adapted to be mounted to the wrist ankle or lumbar spine joint, a pressure-applying member and a resilient portion interposed between the support member and the pressure-applying member to continuously apply a required pressure intensity during articulation movements of the joint. The mechano-receptors include skin mechano-receptors and deeper joint mechano-receptors. The reflex response of muscles articulating a joint is facilitated by a low external SMS pressure intensity and inhibited by a high external SMS pressure intensity.

Abstract: To address the problem of continuing work while suffering from possibly debilitating carpal; tunnel syndrome, a working wrist splint is provided to restrain the wrist joint to a therapeutically advantageous neutral position, yet allowing sufficient movement of the thumb and fingers to enable keyboard functioning. The form of the splint is a stretch fabric sleeve with a thumb opening, a finger aperture, a resiliently deformable wrist support ball at the bottom of the splint and a stiffening batten in a pocket at the top over the back of the wearer's hand.

Abstract: An athletic wrist support for teaching proper throwing techniques includes an inner body member, preferably made from a soft, flexible material such as Neoprene, which has hook and loop fastening straps to secure the wrist support to the arm. A substantially rigid plate member is attached on an outer portion of the inner body member in such a way that it fits on the upper forearm of a wearer and extends from just below the knuckles on the back of the hand down below the wrist, to prevent pronation motion of the wrist. In a preferred embodiment, the plate member is made from a strong, lightweight plastic, which is substantially rigid, but which will bend under extreme pressure. An outer body member, also preferably made from Neoprene, is attached to an upper portion of the plate member. The outer body member also has hook and loop fasteners that are used to secure the outer body member about the plate member and the inner body member.

Abstract: A wrist brace includes a sleeve and a preformed member where the preformed member includes one or more raised contact portions extending longitudinally along the preformed member. When secured to a user's hand, wrist, and distal forearm, the raised contact portions abut portions of the hand, wrist, and distal forearm and prevents pressure from being applied to the median nerve against the carpal tunnel of the user.

Abstract: An ergonomic hand, wrist and forearm supporter useful for prevention of injuries caused by repetitive motions while handling implements has a flexible glove body. The palm portion and back portion of the glove body are joined together so as to define a first opening for receiving a forefinger, a second opening for receiving a little finger, and a generally central third opening for simultaneously receiving the middle and index fingers, as well as a fourth opening for receiving a thumb. The palm portion includes a protective padded overlay secured over an area corresponding to a palm's heel area. A plurality of durable protective stays substantially parallel to each other and spaced apart a predetermined distance are transversely secured to the palm portion generally between the palm's heel area and the distal end of the glove body. The stays are capable of flexing for accommodating a hand grabbing an implement.

Abstract: An orthopaedic support fastening system which incorporates a “one-size-fits-all” concept for support of various human limbs. The design itself comprises a substantially flat sheet of sheet material having extending straps and slot apertures. The slot apertures, used for receiving straps, provide increased stability and support once the limb is properly positioned. The preferred means of securing the straps to the support is by the use of hook and loop material although other means of attachment can be used such as snaps.

Abstract: A splint (17) includes first and second collars (18,19) pivotally supported on a body member (20) and adjustable so as to adjust the internal dimensions of the splint (17). A plurality of spaced resilient pads (21-27) are provided on the internal surfaces of the splint (17) so as to exert pressure on a limb (11) held in the splint (17) while allowing vascular flow. The splint (17) is provided with a support (36) for supporting the extremity of a limb, such as a hand (14) or foot. The support (36) allows some movement of the limb extremity to reduce swelling by promoting vascular flow.

Abstract: An orthosis (10) for supination-pronation of the human wrist (92) generally comprises arm cuff (20) secured to arm (80) including forearm platform (26) on forearm (87) directly adjacent elbow (84), a wrist connector (30) including swing arm (33) having a wrist end (36) and an upper end (34) pivotally connected to forearm platform (26) near elbow (84) and about a pivot axis radial to the longitudinal axis of forearm (87), and a wrist cuff (50) adapted to be secured adjacent wrist (92) including a wrist pivot (56) connected to wrist end (36) of swing arm (33). A swinging mechanism (70) applies a force between arm cuff (20) and wrist connector (30) for pivoting swing arm (33) and thereby rotating wrist (92). The length of swing arm (33) is selectably adjustable. Wrist end (36) can be rotated about the longitudinal axis of swing arm (33). Swing arm (33) is attached to wrist connector (55) at selected radial distances from the wrist pivot axis and at selected radial distances from wrist cuff (50).

Abstract: A counterpressure garment for blood supplied tissue is provided and comprises a spring capable of being in pressure contact with the tissue; and a supportive material covering at least a part of the spring. Also provided by the present invention is a space suit glove for a hand which comprises a spring capable of being in pressure contact with the palm of the hand; and a supportive material covering at least a part of the hand, with the supportive material being capable of exerting a force on the spring.

Abstract: A wrist/hand/finger orthosis comprises a pliable splint member elongated in a direction from forearm to fingertips, a cover enclosing the splint member, and a plurality of releasable straps connected to the cover. Proximal to distal, the splint member includes forearm, wrist, hand, and finger portions. A thumb peninsula extends from the hand portion of the splint member, and a circular cut out region is provided adjacent thereto for increasing pivotal freedom of the thumb peninsula. The straps have free ends which attach to respective attachment locations on the cover such that the straps cross over the patient's limb in diagonal or oblique orientation, and the strap attachment locations are preferably color-coded with the straps for ease of use.