Abstract: The present invention relates to a medical device for syndactyly of at least two fingers or toes, said device being in one piece and comprising at least two rings joined via at least one connection bar in such a way as to permit sliding of the syndactylized fingers or toes relative to one another.

Abstract: A positioner to control the position of a finger or thumb of the hand, comprising an elongated, flexible holder configured to extend along the upper side of the user's finger or thumb; a retainer carried by the holder to retain the tip of the user's finger or thumb, the holder adapted to be anchored, remotely from the retainer, endwise thereof; the holder configured to flex, thereby allowing bending of the finger or thumb, producing tensioning of the holder that resists such bending.

Abstract: A thumb and wrist brace comprising, in combination, the brace having multiple elongated stiffeners with extents generally alongside the thumb, and strap means carried to wrap relative to the thumb and proximate the stiffener extents, whereby the main extent of the thumb is substantially immobilized by the stiffeners and strap means, at least one stiffener extending to a wrist zone of the brace.

Abstract: A dynamic splint for the positioning and functional exercise of a neurologically impaired upper extremity, including the wrist, hand and fingers, made up of a forearm support and hand support linked by a first connector. Fingertip caps are connected to finger tension leads that extend rearwardly to connect to a finger tensioner attached to the forearm support. The hand support includes adjustable tension lead guides for directing the finger tension leads to the fingertip caps. The dynamic splint also includes a thumb splint assembly made up of a thumb-tip cap connected to a thumb tension lead that extends rearwardly to a thumb tensioner attached to the forearm support. The thumb splint assembly further includes a thumb tension lead guide for directing the thumb tension lead to the thumb-tip cap.

Abstract: A preformed metacarpal fracture brace is provided in accordance with one example embodiment of the invention. The brace comprises a one-piece semi-rigid molded outer shell contoured to conform to an outside portion of a wrist and hand of a wearer. The outer shell may comprise a proximal section adapted to immobilize the wrist in an extension position and a distal section extending at an angle to the proximal section and adapted to immobilize at least the fourth and fifth metacarpals of the hand in a functional position at that angle. A soft inner shell may be applied to an inside portion of the outer shell. A plurality of straps connected to the outer shell may be provided to secure the brace onto the wearer.

Abstract: There is disclosed a knee brace having first and second arms constituting a pair of left and right arms fixed to the thigh bilateral sides along the user's femur, and third and fourth arms constituting a pair of left and right arms fixed to the shank bilateral sides along the user's tibia, wherein the lower ends of the first and second arms and the corresponding upper ends of the third and fourth arms are pivotally connected together to provide two pairs of upper and lower arms, so that the third and fourth arms are allowed to pivotally move with a pivotal part as the center correspondingly to the knee motion. Gears and guide grooves respectively having racks meshing with the gears and extending in parallel to a femur or tibia axial center are provided opposite to the ends of the arms constituting the pairs of left and right arms.

Abstract: An antispasticity aid device designed to aid stroke victims. The invention is a hand brace constructed to hold the thumb and fingers flat and a series of accessories designed to re-educate the muscles after a stroke. The device has a hand-mounting and thumb-mounting member. First and second restraining straps hold the hand and thumb firmly in contact with the hand-mounting and thumb-mounting member, respectively. Accessories for use with the device include: A first accessory fitting on an arm of an armchair; a second accessory providing physical therapy; a third accessory maintaining a comfortable position to rest an arm; a fourth accessory fitting frictionally over the arm of a chair; a fifth accessory accepting the mounting bracket of the device; a sixth accessory suspending the arm; a seventh accessory providing a channel for resting an arm; an eighth accessory providing exercise for arm muscles; and a ninth accessory permitting physical therapy.

Abstract: A device for limiting movement of a joint. Once prepared, the device includes two tubular openings for encircling phalanxes on either side of the joint. The tubular sides are attached by a portion of the device that can cover either the top portion of the joint or the underside of the joint. This configuration allows an individual to flex the joint in a limited manner.

Abstract: The present invention is a shoulder dislocation acute-phase immobilization orthosis for supporting, in treatment for a shoulder dislocation, an arm in a prescribed position while the elbow is bent at a right angle in an arm hanging position.

Abstract: A gutter splint aids the healing of injuries to the metacarpals, proximal phalanges, and middle phalanges by substantially immobilizing the injured digits. The splint includes a volar member and a dorsal member. The volar member has a volar forearm support region for supporting a volar forearm, a volar palm support region for supporting a palm of the hand at a predetermined angle to the forearm, and a finger support region for supporting the fingers at a predetermined angle to the palm. The dorsal member has a dorsal forearm support region for supporting the dorsal forearm, a dorsal hand support region for supporting the hand at a predetermined angle to the dorsal forearm, and a finger support region for supporting the fingers at a predetermined angle to the dorsal hand. The volar member and dorsal member are flexibly secured to each other using a series of removable straps.

Abstract: A therapeutic hand device comprising a first thumb-sleeve for receiving therein the thumb of a hand, a second index-finger sleeve for receiving therein the index finger of the hand, and a third middle-finger sleeve for receiving therein the middle finger of the hand. The first thumb-sleeve is connected to said second sleeve and is also connected to the third sleeve by adjustable straps. An open space is defined interiorly of, and delimited by, the first, second and third sleeves, whereby when the device is worn on a hand, an object may be inserted into the open space between the first, second and third sleeves, with the adjustable straps being used to firmly hold the thumb and fingers in a pincer hold against the object, whereby the object may be held and manipulated with support and assistance by the device.

Abstract: There is a mulifunctional finger, hand and wrist splint which includes a slab support member. In a position of use the slab support member extends along the underside of, and substantially follows the contours of, a wearer's lower forearm wrist and palm so that the wrist is immobilized. The slab support member in the area of the wearer's palm forms an anchor plate for a fracture support which is releasibly attached to the anchor at a range of positions to align with one or more finger or metacarpal fractures.

Abstract: A thumb splint comprises a thumb receiving section for receiving a thumb of a user, an index finger receiving section for receiving an index finger of a user, a non-extendable, flexible connector extending between and secured to the thumb receiving section and the index finger receiving section for limiting abduction of the thumb to a predetermined value while permitting the thumb and index finger to move in a pinching action; and an elongated strap secured to the index finger receiving section for keeping the thumb and index finger receiving sections operatively positioned on the index finger and thumb, respectively.

Abstract: A therapeutic hand device comprising a first thumb-sleeve for receiving therein the thumb of a hand, a second index-finger sleeve for receiving therein the index finger of the hand, and a third middle-finger sleeve for receiving therein the middle finger of the hand. The first thumb-sleeve is connected to said second sleeve and is also connected to the third sleeve by adjustable straps. An open space is defined interiorly of, and delimited by, the first, second and third sleeves, whereby when the device is worn on a hand, an object may be inserted into the open space between the first, second and third sleeves, with the adjustable straps being used to firmly hold the thumb and fingers in a pincer hold against the object, whereby the object may be held and manipulated with support and assistance by the device.

Abstract: A brace is adapted to be wrapped around the wrist and hand of a patient. The brace includes a flexible sheet that comprises a central palmar section, a first flap section connected to and disposed on one side of the palmar section, and second flap section connected to and disposed on the opposite side of the palmar section from the first flap. Fasteners are attached to each of the first and second flap sections. Written indicia are printed onto one of the first or second flap sections, wherein the written indicia correspond to predetermined brace sizes.

Abstract: A thumb splint comprises a thumb receiving section for receiving a thumb of a user, an index finger receiving section for receiving an index finger of a user, a non-extendable, flexible connector extending between and secured to the thumb receiving section and the index finger receiving section for limiting abduction of the thumb to a predetermined value while permitting the thumb and index finger to move in a pinching action; and an elongated strap secured to the index finger receiving section for keeping the thumb and index finger receiving sections operatively positioned on the index finger and thumb, respectively.

Abstract: A dorsal carpal tunnel splint has an elongated stiff splint element having an upper end, a lower end and a center portion. The splint element is arcuate in cross section and has a length and lateral breadth sufficient to engage the outer surface of the lower forearm, the wrist, and the hand of the wearer. First straps are secured to the upper end and the center portion of the splint for securing the splint to the patient's forearm and wrist. A finger strap extends along the lower end of the splint and forms a loop thereunder to receive the fingers only of the wearer's hand and to provide a space for the wearer's thumb outside the loop. A resilient liner pad is secured to an inner surface of the splint element.

Abstract: A finger splint, ice pack gel combination, using a finger splint with an associated ice gel pack so that both support and cold therapy can simultaneously be applied to an injured finger.

Abstract: A digital splint has a base, a bracket, an access shaft, and a secure shaft. The base is configured to support a digit and the base has a length greater than its width. The bracket can be coupled to the base. The bracket has a first, second, and third walls. The second and third walls extend outward from the first wall. The access shaft is in the first wall and is disposed to receive a skin-penetrating device. The secure shaft is located within the first wall and is disposed at an angle to the access shaft. The secure shaft is coupled to the access shaft and is disposed to secure the skin-penetrating device through the access shaft.

Abstract: Curable adhesive splints, methods of manufacturing the splints and methods of using the splints are disclosed. The splints include a curable splinting layer and an exposed pressure sensitive adhesive proximate a first major side of the splinting layer. The pressure sensitive adhesive is used to secure the curable layer in position to provide the desired immobilization. The curable splinting layer may be of any material that can be shaped and cured to provide the desired level of stiffness required for immobilization, such as, e.g., moisture-curable splinting material, etc. The curable adhesive splints may be molded or formed to a desired shape while still providing the stiffness required for immobilization after curing.

Abstract: A restriction splint for immobilizing the CMC joint of a hand includes a splint body of a soft stretchable material that overlies the dorsum and palm of the hand and a tensioning strap having one end connected to the splint body at the dorsum and a free end wrapping around the CMC joint capsule, extending through the web between the thumb and the index finger and releasably connected to the splint body under extension for orienting and immobilizing the thumb without consequent loss of hand functioning.

Abstract: A splint (10) worn by sufferers of mallet finger. The splint comprises a sleeve (12) sized to readily fit over the end of a finger (F) having a damaged tendon causing the mallet finger. The sleeve extends at least as far as the DIP joint of the finger. A pocket (14) is formed in the sleeve and a curved rigid plate (16) having an elbow (18) formed intermediate its ends is positioned along the underside of the finger. A padding material (20) fits between the plate and the finger to cushion the finger. The curvature of the plate holds the outer end of the finger in a hyperextended position with the DIP joint immobilized so to promote healing of the finger.

Abstract: A support (10) worn on a person's foot (F) or hand to correct a deformity to a toe (T2) or finger. A first sleeve (12) of a support material is sized to fit over the adjacent toe (T1). A second sleeve (14) of the material is sized to fit over another toe (T3). A band (16) of material extends between the two sleeves. The band of material fits over the deformed toe when the support is worn and holds the deformed toe in a position in which it does not overlay the adjacent toe but extends generally side-by-side with it. Another embodiment of the support can be worn on a person's hand to treat a deformed finger. The support can be incorporated into a sock (100) or glove (110).

Abstract: A controlled motion ankle walker brace for facilitating the rehabilitation process of an injured ankle and other injuries to the ankle region of a patient. The device includes a liner which wraps around the lower leg, ankle and foot of the patient to snugly and cushioningly hold the foot, a rocker-type shoe into which the patient's foot is removably secured, and a hinge having a lower strut attached to the shoe and an upper strut extending along the lower leg of the patient. The upper strut has an enlarged axle to which the lower strut is rotatably attached such that the upper strut and lower strut rotate in relation to each other. A channel is formed in the lower portion of the upper strut and contiguously extends into the lower strut for receiving a chock. A variety of chocks, corresponding to various degrees of rotation are insertable into the channel to set the range of motion for the ankle walker brace in dorsiflexion and plantar flexion.

Abstract: A device for limiting movement of a joint. Once prepared, the device includes two tubular openings for encircling phalanxes on either side of the joint. The tubular sides are attached by a portion of the device that can cover either the top portion of the joint or the underside of the joint. This configuration allows an individual to flex the joint in a limited manner.

Abstract: A finger guard including a head, a body, and a securing device to protect a user's finger from cuts and nicks during hair cutting and to guide a hair cutting tool during cutting.

Abstract: A plaster cast sheath for use during the application of a cast to an extremity of a patient is disclosed. The plaster cast sheath allows for the correct placement of a portion of the unwinding roll of plaster cast material as it is passed through the interdigital web space, e.g., between the thumb and index finger or the big toe and second toe, or between any two digits on the extremity that needs to be immobilized, as the cast is being prepared on the extremity. The plaster cast sheath is used for the purpose of protecting the skin that lies on either side of the band of plaster material that passes through the limited interdigital space between two adjacent digits of the hand or foot.

Abstract: An orthopedic device for stabilizing the thumb, i.e. a thumb support. The orthopedic device is worn by a user to stabilize the thumb for treatment of hand and thumb injuries. The device is capable of being worn on either the right hand or left hand of a user and has one or more metal stays made from soft metal material and have an ergonomic design to contour to the hand and thumb.

Abstract: A splint (10) worn by sufferers of mallet finger. The splint comprises a sleeve (12) sized to readily fit over the end of a finger (F) having a damaged tendon causing the mallet finger. The sleeve extends at least as far as the DIP joint of the finger. A pocket (14) is formed in the sleeve and a curved rigid plate (16) having an elbow (18) formed intermediate its ends is positioned along the underside of the finger. A padding material (20) fits between the plate and the finger to cushion the finger. The curvature of the plate holds the outer end of the finger in a hyperextended position with the DIP joint immobilized so to promote healing of the finger.

Abstract: Wrist bandage 1 with a first angled strip 10 which consists of two branches 101, 102 which run together at an acute angle and whose inner edges 131, 132 are connected to one another at least in sections, and with a second elongate strip 40 which is attached to the second branch 102 of the angled strip 10. In the transition area between the branches 101, 102, a substantially round incision 30 is made which starts in the first branch 101 and extends into the second branch 102 and, when the bandage 1 is applied, serves to receive the thumb, and which, in the distal forearm area, at the transition to the carpal area, wraps round the carpal area in a circle.

Abstract: The same orthosis can be used to sequentially move joints of different fingers of a hand. A hand cuff of the orthosis is mounted on the hand. Mechanisms operable to move the joints are connected to the hand cuff at locations aligned with the fingers. The mechanisms are connected with the fingers. The joints of the fingers are moved by operating the mechanisms. The joints and first and second portions of the fingers define on one side of the joints outer sectors which decrease in angle as the joints are extended. Force is applied to the first and second portions of the fingers to move the joints by providing relative rotation between internally and externally threaded members disposed in the outer sectors. Actuator members connected with the internally or externally threaded members are moved along paths that extend through the joints.

Abstract: A splint system for two or more adjacent fingers of the hand includes a splint body for with the splint member for any particular finger having an extension member with a depending tongue that is received in a receiving channel formed in the end of the splint body portion of the splint for a particular finger. The fingers may be splinted along a straight line or with one or more phalanges bent at an angle to the general normal axis of a finger.

Abstract: There is a mulifunctional finger, hand and wrist splint which includes a slab support member. In a position of use the slab support member extends along the underside of, and substantially follows the contours of, a wearer's lower forearm wrist and palm so that the wrist is immobilised. The slab support member in the area of the wearer's palm forms an anchor plate for a fracture support which is releasibly attached to the anchor at a range of positions to align with one or more finger or metacarpal fractures.

Abstract: A thumb protector for the hand of a person and method therefor, comprising a base sleeve coupled with a connector to a tip sleeve and adapted to be fitted over the thumb of a person to protect the thumb from trauma that may occur when struck by a hammer.

Abstract: A splint system for the thumb includes a planar base portion that fits into the user's palm and an extension portion lying at an angle of 40-60 degrees to the horizontal. The thumb is held in an extended position and strapped to the extension portion. An extension tip member includes a tongue member that is received in a slot in the end of the extension member to allow for adjustment of the length of the extension portion. Scalloped cut outs along the top edge of the base allow the user to bend his fingers inward without interference from the base of the splint.

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 same orthosis can be used to sequentially move joints of different fingers of a hand. A hand cuff of the orthosis is mounted on the hand. Mechanisms operable to move the joints are connected to the hand cuff at locations aligned with the fingers. The mechanisms are connected with the fingers. The joints of the fingers are moved by operating the mechanisms. The joints and first and second portions of the fingers define on one side of the joints outer sectors which decrease in angle as the joints are extended. Force is applied to the first and second portions of the fingers to move the joints by providing relative rotation between internally and externally threaded members disposed in the outer sectors. Actuator members connected with the internally or externally threaded members are moved along paths that extend through the joints.

Abstract: A device for use in training in the treatment of finger or toe nails, comprises an artificial digit (2) having a nail (4) removably mounted thereon. The nail may be attached by a screw (18), a ratchet arrangement, or by embedding it in a resilient layer on the surface of the digit.

Abstract: A rollable protector, in particular a rollable splint, is disclosed that comprises fabric sheet(s). The fabric sheet is, in a first direction, stiff either inherently or as a consequence of rolling the sheet. In a second direction the fabric sheet is rollable. The stiffness of the sheet in the first direction allows to maintain a body part that is partially or fully encircled by the protector/splint to be kept in position. The splint is adjustable by fastener(s) to fit a body part of an individual user, is made of light material, is permeable to air, liquids or gels and can be washed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a finger rehabilitation device that applies composite finger flexion forces to the fingers of a human hand for the purpose of achieving improved hand function. The glove portion of the device is worn on a human hand and has means for securable attachment to the hand. The glove has attachment tabs at its fingertips for removable attachment to a crossbar that may be rotated around its longitudinal axis to apply forces of bending to each of the selected fingers. The rotational force of the crossbar is generated by an outrigger that may be manually positioned as desired. The orientation of the outrigger in reference to the longitudinal axis of the crossbar may be selectively fixed at one end of the crossbar, providing ease of force adjustment while the device is worn. The selected outrigger position is further maintained by an elastic or non-elastic attachment to the wearer's wrist.

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: There is disclosed a medical correction device for correcting the attitude of a finger of the user which is prone to adopting an undesirable attitude, as is the case, for example, in conditions such as clawed fingers. The device comprises a base portion that can secure the user's hand or wrist to which a resilient member such as a coiled spring, and a rotatable projection member are attached. The resilient member is also attached to the rotatable projection member and subtends an angle therewith. In use, relative rotation between the projection member and the base portion gives rise to a restoring force exerted by the resilient member, a component of which acts on the finger. As the user bends his or her finger, the projection member rotates away from the base portion and reduces the angle subtended between the projection member and the resilient member.

Abstract: A rollable protector, in particular a rollable splint, is disclosed that comprises fabric sheet(s). The fabric sheet is, in a first direction, stiff either inherently or as a consequence of rolling the sheet. In a second direction the fabric sheet is rollable. The stiffness of the sheet in the first direction allows to maintain a body part that is partially or fully encircled by the protector/splint to be kept in position. The splint is adjustable by fastener(s) to fit a body part of an individual user, is made of light material, is permeable to air, liquids or gels and can be washed.

Abstract: The invention concerns an orthesis, made of flexible material, for immobilizing the thumb base joint, with a wrist strap surrounding the wrist and with a tubular extension piece receiving the thumb. The extension piece contains a sheathlike reinforcement with a transverse cutout located on the inside of the thumb base joint, and has in the region of the thumb base joint, on the outside of the thumb, a transverse slit of a length such that the transverse slit opens when the thumb base joint is bent, the degree of opening being limited by a flap which, bridging the transverse slit, extends from the outer region of the extension piece to the wrist strap and can be secured to the latter.

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: 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: An implantable sensor assembly for use with an implantable medical device are disclosed. The sensor assembly preferably includes two or more physiologic sensors coupled to the medical device via a pair of lead conductors, or alternatively an oxygen sensor having certain features. The oxygen sensor permits more accurate and reliable measurement of oxygen saturation in blood masses flowing within the human body.

Abstract: A thumb wrist splint with a main body portion which includes a plurality of straps for encircling the wrist and securing the same firmly to the wrist with desirable palmar and dorsal stays. A sewn thumb spica/splint is fabricated, and finished by normal binding around the periphery. The thumb strap loop is fixed to the splint and a removable securable anchor is also applied to the spica/splint. The spica/splint is a VOLARA® grade polyolefin closed foam material which is desirably laminated to nylon cloth on one side. The sewn thumb spica is secured to the main body portion. Thereafter, the entire blank, as just described, is positioned over an anvil intended to form a curvilinear pattern to the thus encapsulated VOLARA® so that it will conform to the upper portion of the wrist. Once secured in place on the wrist by means of the straps around the wrist portion, the thumb strap is secured.

Abstract: An aseptic protector for skin penetrating devices includes a body of deformable material for accepting and encapsulating a protruding portion of a skin penetrating device, such as a pin or drain, from a location where the skin penetrating device protrudes from a skin surface to a location spaced outwardly from the skin surface. The body of deformable material functions as a buffer and inhibits movement of the skin penetrating device. The body of deformable material includes an aseptic agent, preferably dispersed throughout the body of material, for contacting the skin surface and the skin penetrating device at the location where the skin penetrating device penetrates the skin surface to prevent, inhibit or arrest infection where the skin penetrating device penetrates the skin surface.

Abstract: A finger bandage device comprises a tubular member with a closed distal end and an open proximal end. A pad of absorbent material is fastened within the tubular member at the closed distal end. An adhesive material is contained on the inner surface of the proximal end of the tubular member for securing the bandage to a finger inserted therein. Also disclosed is a method of using the bandage for maintaining medication on the fingertip of a wearer, and a method of making the bandage.