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Traction splint
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-10-24
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Granted: 1974-04-16
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Expires: 1992-10-24
Abstract
Abstract A traction splint including a form fitted body portion adapted to surround the calf of a leg, and to which is fastened a strap to apply a pulling force and a foot portion adapted to support the foot. An elastic strap provides an exercise means by which the problem of ''''foot drop'''' may be avoided.
Inventors
- 👤 A Jansma
- 👤 A Eshuis
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 17:57
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/01; A61F5/04; A61F5/05; A61F5/058; A61F5/05841; A61F5/0585
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
Traction means for applying traction force to a patient''s leg comprising body means formed to fit the calf of the patient''s leg and including fastening means on said body means for securing said body means on the patient''s leg, foot supporting means formed integrally with said body means and including fastening means on said foot supporting means for securing said foot supporting means on the patient''s foot, elastic means engaged between said foot supporting means and said body means adapted to hold said foot supporting means in a normal relationship to said body means but allowing movement against the resistance thereof whereby the foot can be exercised and strap means fastened to said body means and extending beyond said foot supporting means whereby tension can be applied to said body means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
Traction means for applying traction force to a patient''s leg comprising body means formed to fit the calf of the patient''s leg and including fastening means on said body means for securing said body means on the patient''s leg, foot supporting means formed integrally with said body means and including fastening means on said foot supporting means for securing said foot supporting means on the patient''s foot, elastic means engaged between said foot supporting means and said body means adapted to hold said foot supporting means in a normal relationship to said body means but allowing movement against the resistance thereof whereby the foot can be exercised and strap means fastened to said body means and extending beyond said foot supporting means whereby tension can be applied to said body means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device of claim 8 in which a neck portion forming a substantial open space is provided between said body portion and said foot portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device of claim 1 in which said elastic means is adjustably fastened to said body part.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
The deviCe of claim 1 in which said body means is held onto the patient''s leg by being wrapped around the leg and pressure sensitive means on said body adapted to hold said body part in its wrapped position.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
The device of claim 1 in which said foot portion is formed to lie flat and is adapted to be wrapped around the patient''s foot and pressure sensitive means on said foot portion to hold said foot portion in its wrapped around position.
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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) | 1977-04-15 | 1977-10-15 | 1978-04-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-04-15 | 1981-10-15 | 1982-04-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-04-15 | 1985-10-15 | 1986-04-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |