US4255824A
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Cushion for decubitus ulcers
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-06-07
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Granted: 1981-03-17
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Expires: 1999-06-07
Abstract
Abstract A cushion for the relief of, and the prevention of Decubitus Ulcers, has two elongated cylindrical portions spaced apart from each other over a substantial portion of their length, and supported in substantially the same plane by two similar cylindrical portions. The cylindrical portions are inflatable sealed cylinders which have interconnecting openings whereby inflation of all of the cylinders is accomplished through a single valve in communication with one of the cylinders. The cylinders may be inflated by any of a number of fluid media including air and other similar gaseous materials; foam, mud, or any other similar liquid materials.
Inventors
- 👤 Samuel Pertchik
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 00:57
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G9/00; A47G9/10; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/01; A61F13/01021; A61F13/01034; A61G; A61G7/00; A61G7/05; A61G7/057; A61G7/05738; A47G2009/003; A61F13/06; A61F13/064; A61F13/069; A61F2013/00361; A61F2013/00365; A61F2013/00387; A61F2013/00404; A61F13/15; A61F2013/15008; A61F2013/15024; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S297/00; Y10S297/03
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
87 words
A Decubitus Ulcer cushion for alleviation or prevention of the formation of decubitus ulcers in immobile patients comprising: first and second inflatable substantially cylindrical support cylinders defining a first plane and being disposed in spaced apart relation with respect to each other with at least one pair of corresponding end portions separated to form an open-ended cushion; and interconnecting means defining a second plane and securing said support cylinders to each other to restrain separation between said first and second support cylinders beyond a predetermined maximum extent.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
87 words
A Decubitus Ulcer cushion for alleviation or prevention of the formation of decubitus ulcers in immobile patients comprising: first and second inflatable substantially cylindrical support cylinders defining a first plane and being disposed in spaced apart relation with respect to each other with at least one pair of corresponding end portions separated to form an open-ended cushion; and interconnecting means defining a second plane and securing said support cylinders to each other to restrain separation between said first and second support cylinders beyond a predetermined maximum extent.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
The Decubitus Ulcer cushion of claim 1 wherein said interconnecting means comprises two inflatable lower stabilizing cylinders, and said second plane being disposed below said first plane to raise the support cylinders for better patient support.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
The Decubitus Ulcer cushion of claim 1 wherein said upper support cylinders are in substantially parallel relation with respect to each other and said interconnecting means comprises third and fourth inflatable cylindrical cylinders substantially parallel with respect to each other and intersecting said first and second inflatable cylindrical cylinders at substantially right angles to form a tic-tac-toe board arrangement.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
48 words
The Decubitus Ulcer cushion of claim 1 wherein said first and second support cylinders are non-parallel with respect to each other and intersect at one end; said interconnecting means comprising an elongated connector securing portions of said intersecting cylinders together at portions spaced apart from the intersection thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The Decubitus Ulcer cushion of claim 1 wherein said interconnecting means comprises an adjustable strap.
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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) | 1984-03-16 | 1984-09-15 | 1985-03-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-03-16 | 1988-09-15 | 1989-03-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-03-16 | 1992-09-15 | 1993-03-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |