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Operating support for surgeons
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-12-02
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Granted: 1973-08-28
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Expires: 1991-12-02
Abstract
Abstract Operating room equipment is provided for supporting the body, feet and chest of a surgeon while operating. The support is adjustable to satisfy individual needs and preferences and does not interfere with the freedom of the surgeon''s hand and arm movements. The support is preferably releasably secured adjacent an operating table and may be provided with means for illuminating the operating field.
Inventors
- 👤 W Garber
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 19:30
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C9/00; A47C9/02; A47C9/025; A47C7/00; A47C7/02; A47C7/029; A61; A61B; A61B90/00; A61B90/60
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
147 words
An operating support for surgeons, comprising a generally upstanding frame member, means for releasably securing said frame member in proximity to an operating table, a seat, means for adjustably securing said seat to said frame for movement in a generally vertical direction, a support for the surgeon''s feet, means for adjustably securing said support for the surgeon''s feet for movement in a vertical direction and in spaced relation to said seat, a chest support assembly against which the surgeon normally leans while operating, means for mounting said chest support from said seat, said chest support mounting means comprising a single support member mounted at one end at the forward end of the seat and carrying the chest support at the other end whereby a surgeon using the operating support can properly position himself relative to the operating field and can work with less fatigue and increased efficiency.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
147 words
An operating support for surgeons, comprising a generally upstanding frame member, means for releasably securing said frame member in proximity to an operating table, a seat, means for adjustably securing said seat to said frame for movement in a generally vertical direction, a support for the surgeon''s feet, means for adjustably securing said support for the surgeon''s feet for movement in a vertical direction and in spaced relation to said seat, a chest support assembly against which the surgeon normally leans while operating, means for mounting said chest support from said seat, said chest support mounting means comprising a single support member mounted at one end at the forward end of the seat and carrying the chest support at the other end whereby a surgeon using the operating support can properly position himself relative to the operating field and can work with less fatigue and increased efficiency.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
An operating support for surgeons as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means for releasably securing said frame member in proximity to an operating table comprises a base member and floor engaging vacuum elements carried by said base member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
An operating support for surgeons as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means for securing said frame member in proximity to an operating table includes a base and mechanical means for attaching the base to a floor.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
An operating support for surgeons as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means for securing said frame member in proximity to an operating table includes means for suspending the frame from the ceiling of an operating room.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
The invention defined in claim 1 wherein said chest-support assembly further includes means to yieldingly oppose the surgeon as he leans toward the operating field.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
89 words
An operating support for surgeons, comprising in combination, a seat-supporting structure, means for securing said structure in proximity to an operating table, a seat for the surgeon, means for adjusting the height of said seat above the floor of an operating room, a support for the surgeon''s feet, means for adjusting said support for the surgeon''s feet in spaced relation to said seat, a chest-support assembly having means to yieldingly oppose the surgeon as he leans toward the operating field, and a surgical light mounted to said chest-support assembly.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
89 words
An operating support for surgeons, comprising in combination, a seat-supporting structure, means for securing said structure in proximity to an operating table, a seat for the surgeon, means for adjusting the height of said seat above the floor of an operating room, a support for the surgeon''s feet, means for adjusting said support for the surgeon''s feet in spaced relation to said seat, a chest-support assembly having means to yieldingly oppose the surgeon as he leans toward the operating field, and a surgical light mounted to said chest-support assembly.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-08-27 | 1977-02-26 | 1977-08-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-08-27 | 1981-02-26 | 1981-08-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-08-27 | 1985-02-26 | 1985-08-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |