US3568671A
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Splint construction
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-06-27
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Granted: 1971-03-09
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Expires: 1989-06-27
Abstract
Abstract A splint formed of three tapered segments joined end-to-end. Each segment has a flat-bottomed base and a concave limbreceiving portion. The distal and medial segments have a row of spaced apertures capable of selectively receiving an upright foot or hand piece for adjustable longitudinal positioning. The proximal ends of each segment are apertured to receive the free ends of a split ring which serves to bear against the axillary or perineal area of the patient during traction. The segments may be used singly or in combination.
Inventors
- 👤 James F Graham
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 06:38
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/01; A61F5/04; A61F5/05; A61F5/058; A61F5/05841; A61F5/0585
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 13
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
A splint comprising: a proximal segment, a medial segment and a distal segment, said segments being detachably joined end-toend to form a single splint structure; an annular axillary/perineal ring detachably attached near the proximal end of at least said proximal segment; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flatbottomed base portion and a concave limb-receiving portion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
A splint comprising: a proximal segment, a medial segment and a distal segment, said segments being detachably joined end-toend to form a single splint structure; an annular axillary/perineal ring detachably attached near the proximal end of at least said proximal segment; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flatbottomed base portion and a concave limb-receiving portion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
A splint according to claim 1, wherein at least said distal segment includes a series of spaced apertures arrayed longitudinally along said segment for receiving said foot/hand piece.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
A splint according to claim 1, wherein each of said segments is adapted, near its proximal end, to receive said ring and hold said ring in a plane essentially normal to said base.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
A splint according to claim 1, wherein said segments are formed of plastic material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
37 words
A splint according to claim 1, wherein the widths of said segments uniformly taper such that the proximal end of said proximal segment is the widest and the distal end of said distal segment is the narrowest.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
101 words
A splint comprising: at least a proximal segment and a distal segment, said segments being detachably joined end-to-end to form a single splint structure; a ring detachably attached at the proximal end of said splint for encircling the injured limb and bearing against the axillary or perineal area of the patient; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flat-bottomed base portion and a concave limb-receiving portion.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
101 words
A splint comprising: at least a proximal segment and a distal segment, said segments being detachably joined end-to-end to form a single splint structure; a ring detachably attached at the proximal end of said splint for encircling the injured limb and bearing against the axillary or perineal area of the patient; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flat-bottomed base portion and a concave limb-receiving portion.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
81 words
A splint comprising a plurality of tapered segments, said segments being joined end-to-end to form a splint structure having a uniformly decreasing width from its proximal end to its distal end; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flat-bottomed base portion and a concave liMb-receiving portion.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
81 words
A splint comprising a plurality of tapered segments, said segments being joined end-to-end to form a splint structure having a uniformly decreasing width from its proximal end to its distal end; and a foot/hand piece detachably positioned at a selected point along said splint structure, means along said splint structure adapted to receive and position said foot/hand piece in selected positions along the length of the splint, each of said segments including a flat-bottomed base portion and a concave liMb-receiving portion.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
84 words
A splint comprising: a flat-bottomed base portion; a concave limb-receiving portion attached to said base portion; a row of apertures formed in said base portion and spaced longitudinally therealong, a foot/hand piece having a lug received in one of said apertures and the other of said apertures adapted to selectively receive and hold said lug in selected positions along the length of the splint, and a split axillary/perineal ring having free ends attached to opposite sides of said base near the proximal end thereof.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
84 words
A splint comprising: a flat-bottomed base portion; a concave limb-receiving portion attached to said base portion; a row of apertures formed in said base portion and spaced longitudinally therealong, a foot/hand piece having a lug received in one of said apertures and the other of said apertures adapted to selectively receive and hold said lug in selected positions along the length of the splint, and a split axillary/perineal ring having free ends attached to opposite sides of said base near the proximal end thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
36 words
A splint according to claim 8, wherein said ring is sufficiently resilient to permit said free ends to clear an injured limb in place in said limb-receiving portion during attachment of said ring to said base.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-03-08 | 1974-09-07 | 1975-03-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-03-08 | 1978-09-07 | 1979-03-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-03-08 | 1982-09-07 | 1983-03-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |