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Modular splint system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1986-07-21
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Granted: 1987-10-13
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Expires: 2006-07-21
Abstract
Abstract A modular splint system includes segments that are connectable to each other with a velcro®-like material. Multiple segments can be connected to each other so as to form an elongated splint. Normally two elongated multi-segment sections are placed on opposite sides of a broken limb and are connected firmly to each other by a strap that engages the velcro®-like material on the backside of the splint segments. An inflatable air cushion is located on the inside of each splint segment. The air bag may be filled with a coolant in order to reduce swelling and the like. All the components of the splint system and can be stored in a relatively small travelling case.
Inventors
- 👤 Phillip Hossler
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 05:42
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/01; A61F5/04; A61F5/05; A61F5/058; A61F5/05841; A61F5/0585
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
197 words
A splint apparatus comprising: at least a first and second splint segment, each including a segment body having a first and a second side; first releasable means located on the first side of each segment body and extending substantially the length of said first side of said segment body; second releasable means located on the second side of each segment body for releasably mating with releasable means such as said first releasable means; strap means for releasably engaging said first releasable means when said strap means is brought into contact with said first releasable means and for releasably holding onto itself when brought into contact with itself, said first releasable means including a first section for engaging contact with said second releasable means of other splint segments and, a second section for engaging contact with said strap means; cushion means attached to said second side of said segment body; and, sidewall means connected to said segment body and located on opposite sides of said cushion means and outside the perimeters thereof, wherein one of said two releasable means comprises a hook material and the other releasable means comprises a loop material for mating with said hook material.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
197 words
A splint apparatus comprising: at least a first and second splint segment, each including a segment body having a first and a second side; first releasable means located on the first side of each segment body and extending substantially the length of said first side of said segment body; second releasable means located on the second side of each segment body for releasably mating with releasable means such as said first releasable means; strap means for releasably engaging said first releasable means when said strap means is brought into contact with said first releasable means and for releasably holding onto itself when brought into contact with itself, said first releasable means including a first section for engaging contact with said second releasable means of other splint segments and, a second section for engaging contact with said strap means; cushion means attached to said second side of said segment body; and, sidewall means connected to said segment body and located on opposite sides of said cushion means and outside the perimeters thereof, wherein one of said two releasable means comprises a hook material and the other releasable means comprises a loop material for mating with said hook material.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said segment body is formed from a substantially rigid plastic material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein said cushion means comprises an inflatable cushion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
164 words
A splint segment apparatus for use in forming a multi-segment splint, said splint segment apparatus comprising: a segment body having a first and a second side; first releasable means located on said first side of said segment body and extending substantially the length of said first side of said segment body; second releasable means located on said second side of said segment body for releasably mating with releasable means such as said first releasable means, said first releasable means including a first section for engaging the second releasable means of other splint segments and a second section for engaging contact with a strap; cushion means attached to said second side of said segment body; and, sidewall means connected to said segment body and located on opposite sides of said cushion means and outside the perimeters thereof, wherein one of said two releasable means comprises a hook material and the other of said releasable means comprises a loop material for mating with said hook material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
164 words
A splint segment apparatus for use in forming a multi-segment splint, said splint segment apparatus comprising: a segment body having a first and a second side; first releasable means located on said first side of said segment body and extending substantially the length of said first side of said segment body; second releasable means located on said second side of said segment body for releasably mating with releasable means such as said first releasable means, said first releasable means including a first section for engaging the second releasable means of other splint segments and a second section for engaging contact with a strap; cushion means attached to said second side of said segment body; and, sidewall means connected to said segment body and located on opposite sides of said cushion means and outside the perimeters thereof, wherein one of said two releasable means comprises a hook material and the other of said releasable means comprises a loop material for mating with said hook material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 4 wherein said segment body is formed from a substantially rigid plastic material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 5, wherein said cushion means comprises an inflatable cushion.
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