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Orthopedic cast system
Assignee: ISOPEDIX Corp A CORP OF CALIFORNIA
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Filing: 1985-06-18
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Granted: 1988-12-27
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Expires: 2005-06-18
Abstract
Abstract A kit for the application of orthopedic casts and splints which is completely self-contained requiring no ingredients other than those contained within the kit. Each kit contains a fabric with a hardening quantity of an αcryanoacrylate monomer containing composition which, when applied to the fabric, results in an orthopedic cast or splint capable of immobilizing an injured appendage.
Inventors
- 👤 Travis W. Honeycutt
- 👤 Barry D. Setzer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
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Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 16:47
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61L; A61L15/00; A61L15/07; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/04; A61B; A61B17/00; A61B2017/00831; A61B2017/00902
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 115
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein the appendage has first been covered with a barrier fabric prior to the application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric in at least those areas to be covered with the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
93 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein the appendage has first been covered with a barrier fabric prior to the application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric in at least those areas to be covered with the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said barrier fabric exhibits the properties of high thermal capacitance and low thermal conductivity.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The method of claim 2 wherein said barrier fabric comprises a fabric matrix supporting a paraffin wax emulsion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer comprises a compound of the general formula: H.sub.2 CC(CN)COOR.sub.1 wherein R 1 is a member selected from the group consisting of alkyl, alkene, alkylalkoxy, furfuryl, aromatic and cycloalkyl groups and mixtures thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
The method of claim 4 wherein R 1 is a member selected from the group consisting of methoxyethyl, ethoxyethyl, isopropoxyethyl, propoxyethyl, t-butoxyethyl, n-butoxyethyl and iso-butoxyethyl and mixtures thereof.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition exhibits a viscosity of from approximately 1 to 3 cps.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said barrier fabric is comprised of spun yarn having a size between approximately 0.5/1 cotton count to 100/1 cotton count in single or multiple ends.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
22 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition further comprises a stabilizer for inhibiting the polymerization of the monomer.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
47 words
The method of claim 8 wherein said stabilizer is employed in a quantity so that polymerization is inhibited to an extent such that the cast remains malleable to approximately 1 to 10 minutes after the application of the fabric containing α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition to the appendage.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
12 words
The method of claim 8 wherein said stabilizer comprises a Lewis acid.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
27 words
The method of claim 10 wherein said Lewis acid is a member selected from the group consisting of aromatic sulfonic acid and sulfur dioxide and mixtures thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
14 words
The method of claim 11 wherein said aromatic sulfonic acid comprises p-toluene sulfonic acid.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method of claim 10 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount between approximately 25 to 200 ppm measured on an available proton basis.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method of claim 10 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount between approximately 20 to 500 ppm measured on an available proton basis.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
23 words
The method of claim 10 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount approximately 130 ppm measured on an available proton basis.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
25 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said fabric is comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 0.5 singles to 100 singles cotton count.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of polynosics, polyesters, polyamides, polyacrylics, polyolefins, polyaramids, carbon and fiberglass.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said fabric comprises the combination of both a stretch yarn and a nonstretch yarn.
Claim 20
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23 words
The method of claim 18 wherein said stretch yarn is a member selected from the group consisting of textured nylon and textured polyester.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
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The method of claim 19 wherein said stretch yarn is of a size between approximately 1/40 to 1/1000 denier or plies thereof.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
22 words
The method of claim 19 wherein said stretch yarn is of a size between approximately 1/100 to 1/300 denier or plies thereof.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
27 words
The method of claim 18 wherein said stretch yarn is a member selected from the group consisting of natural spandex, natural rubber, synthetic spandex, and synthetic rubber.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
18 words
The method of claim 22 wherein said spandex is of a size between approximately 20 to 1200 denier.
Claim 25
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The method of claim 22 wherein said rubber is of a size between approximately 200 to 44 gauge.
Claim 26
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The method of claim 22 wherein said rubber is of a size between approximately 100 to 90 gauge.
Claim 27
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The method of claim 22 wherein said spandex is of a size between approximately 40 to 70 denier.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
27 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said barrier fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of polyolefins, polyesters, polynosics, polyamides, polyacrylics, polyamides, polyaramids and polyacetates.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
29 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said barrier fabric is comprised of spun yarn having a size between approximately 8/1 to 30/1 cotton count in single or multiple ends.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
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The method of claim 1 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition further comprises a free radical scavenger.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method of claim 29 wherein said free radical scavenger comprises hydroquinone in a quantity between approximately 20 to 150 ppm.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method of claim 29 wherein said free radical scavenger comprises hydroquinone in a quantity between approximately 20 to 60 ppm.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method of claim 1 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition exhibits a viscosity of from approximately 1 to 20 cps.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
92 words
An orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer has been applied to wet said fabric wherein upon hardening, the hardened fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage and wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition commences polymerization subsequent to contact with said fabric such that said fabric substantially becomes immobilized within approximately 1 to 20 minutes from the time of application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer to the fabric.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
92 words
An orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer has been applied to wet said fabric wherein upon hardening, the hardened fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage and wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition commences polymerization subsequent to contact with said fabric such that said fabric substantially becomes immobilized within approximately 1 to 20 minutes from the time of application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer to the fabric.
Claim 36
Dependent Claim
32 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of a textile rib knit, a woven fabric, a jersey, a tricot and an interlock knit.
Claim 37
Dependent Claim
38 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein approximately 0.1 to 10% by weight of a composition comprising a member selected from the group consisting of cellulose acetate, its homologs, polymethylmethacrylate, ε-polycaprolactone, and mixtures thereof is applied to said fabric.
Claim 38
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of polynosics, polyesters, polyamides, polyacrylics, polyolefins, polyaramids, carbon and fiberglass.
Claim 39
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric is capable of stretching at least approximately twice its at rest width upon the application of a stretching force being applied thereto.
Claim 40
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition further comprises a free radical scavenger.
Claim 41
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 38 wherein said free radical scavenger comprises hydroquinone in a quantity between approximately 20 to 150 ppm.
Claim 42
Dependent Claim
21 words
The cast of claim 38 wherein said free radical scavenger comprises hydroquinone in a quantity between approximately 20 to 60 ppm.
Claim 43
Dependent Claim
21 words
The splint of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric is configured in the shape of a substantially flat sheet.
Claim 44
Dependent Claim
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The splint of claim 41 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric is sandwiched within a cover prior to its application to the appendage.
Claim 45
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition further comprises a stabilizer for inhibiting the polymerization of the monomer.
Claim 46
Dependent Claim
47 words
The cast of claim 43 wherein said stabilizer is employed in a quantity so that polymerization is inhibited to an extent such that the cast remains malleable for approximately 1 to 10 minutes after the application of the fabric containing α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition to the appendage.
Claim 47
Dependent Claim
12 words
The cast of claim 43 wherein said stabilizer comprises a Lewis acid.
Claim 48
Dependent Claim
26 words
The cast of claim 45 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount between approximately 20 to 500 ppm measured on an available proton basis.
Claim 49
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 45 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount between approximately 25 to 200 ppm measured on an avialable proton basis.
Claim 50
Dependent Claim
23 words
The splint of claim 45 wherein said Lewis acid is present in an amount approximately 130 ppm measured on an avialable proton basis.
Claim 51
Dependent Claim
27 words
The cast of claim 45 wherein said Lewis acid is a member selected from the group consisting of aromatic sulfonic acid and sulfur dioxide and mixtures thereof.
Claim 52
Dependent Claim
14 words
The cast of claim 49 wherein said aromatic sulfonic acid comprises p-toluene sulfonic acid.
Claim 53
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing fabric is configured in the shape of a tube.
Claim 54
Dependent Claim
25 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric is comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 0.5 singles to 100 singles cotton count.
Claim 55
Dependent Claim
25 words
The cast of claim 52 wherein said fabric is comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 8 singles to 30 singles cotton count.
Claim 56
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric comprises the combination of both a stretch yarn and a nonstretch yarn.
Claim 57
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 54 wherein said stretch yarn is a member selected from the group consisting of textured nylon and textured polyester.
Claim 58
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 55 wherein said stretch yarn is of a size between approximately 1/40 to 1/1000 denier or plies thereof.
Claim 59
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 55 wherein said stretch yarn is of a size between approximately 1/100 to 1/300 denier or plies thereof.
Claim 60
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 54 wherein said stretch yarn is a member selected from the group consisting of natural spandex, natural rubber, synthetic spandex, and synthetic rubber.
Claim 61
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 58 wherein said spandex is of a size between approximately 20 to 1200 denier.
Claim 62
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 58 wherein said spandex is of a size between approximately 40 to 70 denier.
Claim 63
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 58 wherein said rubber is of a size between approximately 200 to 44 gauge.
Claim 64
Dependent Claim
18 words
The cast of claim 58 wherein said rubber is of a size between approximately 100 to 90 gauge.
Claim 65
Dependent Claim
41 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer comprises a compound of the general formula: H.sub.2 CC(CN)COOR.sub.1 wherein R 1 is a member selected from the group consisting of alkyl, alkene, alkylalkoxy, furfuryl, aromatic and cycloalkyl groups and mixtures thereof.
Claim 66
Dependent Claim
28 words
The cast of claim 63 wherein R 1 is a member selected from the group consisting of methoxyethyl, ethoxyethyl, isopropoxyethyl, propoxyethyl, t-butoxyethyl, n-butoxyethyl and iso-butoxyethyl and mixtures thereof.
Claim 67
Dependent Claim
21 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition exhibits a viscosity of from approximately 1 to 20 cps.
Claim 68
Dependent Claim
20 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition exhibits a viscosity of from approximately 1 to 3 cps.
Claim 69
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 33 wherein said fabric is substantially free of water, alcohols and amines prior to the application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 70
Dependent Claim
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The cast of claim 67 wherein said fabric is subjected to desiccation to remove substantially all water therefrom.
Claim 71
Dependent Claim
44 words
The cast of claim 68 wherein a sufficient quantity of a Lewis base remains in said fabric after desiccation such that said cast becomes substantially immobilized in a period between approximately 1 to 20 minutes after the application of said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 72
Dependent Claim
15 words
The cast of claim 33 wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition further comprises a plasticizer.
Claim 73
Dependent Claim
25 words
The cast of claim 70 wherein said plasticizer comprises a member selected from the group consisting of dioctylphthalate, diisodecylphthalate, polyethylcyanoacrylate and polymethylmethacrylate and mixtures thereof.
Claim 74
Dependent Claim
31 words
The cast of claim 70 wherein said plasticizer is present in an amount between approximately 0.10 to 25% by weight based upon the weight of the entire α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 75
Dependent Claim
31 words
The cast of claim 70 wherein said plasticizer is present in an amount between approximately 2.0 to 6.0% by weight based upon the weight of the entire α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 76
Dependent Claim
80 words
an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a barrier fabric which exhibits the properties of high thermal capacitance and low thermal conductivity and over said barrier fabric a second fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition has been applied, said composition having a hardening component comprising an α-cyanoacrylate monomer which has been applied to wet said second fabric wherein upon hardening, the hardened second fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage.
Claim 77
Dependent Claim
80 words
an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a barrier fabric which exhibits the properties of high thermal capacitance and low thermal conductivity and over said barrier fabric a second fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition has been applied, said composition having a hardening component comprising an α-cyanoacrylate monomer which has been applied to wet said second fabric wherein upon hardening, the hardened second fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage.
Claim 78
Dependent Claim
31 words
The cast of claim 74 wherein said barrier fabric is comprised of spun yarn having a size between approximately 0.5/1 cotton count to 100/1 cotton count in single or multiple ends.
Claim 79
Dependent Claim
29 words
The cast of claim 74 wherein said barrier fabric is comprised of spun yarn having a size between approximately 8/1 to 30/1 cotton count in single or multiple ends.
Claim 80
Dependent Claim
18 words
The cast of claim 74 wherein said barrier fabric comprises a fabric matrix supporting a parrafin wax emulsion.
Claim 81
Dependent Claim
26 words
The cast of claim 74 wherein said barrier fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of polyolefins, polyesters, polynosics, polyamides, polyacrylics, polyaramids and polyacetates.
Claim 82
Dependent Claim
55 words
A kit for the fabrication of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a barrier fabric configured generally in the shape of said appendage, a second fabric capable of being applied over said appendage in those areas covered by said barrier fabric and a hardening quantity of an α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 83
Dependent Claim
55 words
A kit for the fabrication of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a barrier fabric configured generally in the shape of said appendage, a second fabric capable of being applied over said appendage in those areas covered by said barrier fabric and a hardening quantity of an α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 84
Dependent Claim
27 words
The kit of claim 79 further comprising a sufficient quantity of an elastic bandage for enclosing said second fabric once it has been applied to the appendage.
Claim 85
Dependent Claim
22 words
The kit of claim 79 further comprising a pair of gloves which substantially prevent the penetration of said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 86
Dependent Claim
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The kit of claim 79 wherein said second fabric is contained in a substantially air-tight sealed pouch.
Claim 87
Dependent Claim
22 words
The kit of claim 82 wherein said second fabric is substantially free of water, alcohols and amines when contained within said pouch.
Claim 88
Independent Claim
68 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying a barrier fabric to said appendage, applying an αcyanoacrylate monomer to a second fabric, applying said second fabric to wet said fabric to said appendage in the areas covered by said barrier fabric and maintaining said appendage in an immobilized state while said α-cyanoacrylate monome polymerizes to harden said second fabric.
Claim 89
Independent Claim
68 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying a barrier fabric to said appendage, applying an αcyanoacrylate monomer to a second fabric, applying said second fabric to wet said fabric to said appendage in the areas covered by said barrier fabric and maintaining said appendage in an immobilized state while said α-cyanoacrylate monome polymerizes to harden said second fabric.
Claim 90
Dependent Claim
41 words
The method of claim 84 wherein both said barrier fabric and second fabric are configured in the shape of a tube and are applied by rolling each tube into the shape of a donut which is then unrolled onto the appendage.
Claim 91
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method of claim 85 wherein said second fabric is covered with an elastic bandage after being applied to the appendage.
Claim 92
Independent Claim
77 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer, said fabric being comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 0.5 singles to 100 singles cotton count.
Claim 93
Independent Claim
77 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer, said fabric being comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 0.5 singles to 100 singles cotton count.
Claim 94
Dependent Claim
25 words
The method of claim 87 wherein said fabric is comprised of a yarn having a size of approximately 8 singles to 30 singles cotton count.
Claim 95
Independent Claim
83 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is substantially free of water, alcohols and amines by subjecting said fabric to desiccation prior to the application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 96
Independent Claim
83 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is substantially free of water, alcohols and amines by subjecting said fabric to desiccation prior to the application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 97
Dependent Claim
44 words
The method of claim 89 wherein a sufficient quantity of a Lewis basis remains in said fabric after desiccation such that said cast becomes substantially immobilized in a period between approximately 1 to 10 minutes after the application of said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 98
Independent Claim
79 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and further containing a plasticizer comprising a member selected from the group consisting of dioctylphthalate, diisodecylphthalate, polyethylcyanoacrylate, polymethylmethacrylate, and mixtures thereof, and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 99
Independent Claim
79 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and further containing a plasticizer comprising a member selected from the group consisting of dioctylphthalate, diisodecylphthalate, polyethylcyanoacrylate, polymethylmethacrylate, and mixtures thereof, and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 100
Dependent Claim
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The method of claim 91 wherein said plasticizer is present in an amount between approximately 2.0 to 6.0% by weight based upon the weight of the entire α-cyanoacrylate monome containing composition.
Claim 101
Dependent Claim
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The method of claim 91 wherein said plasticizer is present in an amount between approximately 0.10% to 25% by weight based upon the weight of the entire α-cyanocrylate monomer containing composition.
Claim 102
Independent Claim
66 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an αcyanoacrylatemonomer, applying the fabric to the appendage and covering said fabric with an elastic bandage whereupon said appendage becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 103
Independent Claim
66 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an αcyanoacrylatemonomer, applying the fabric to the appendage and covering said fabric with an elastic bandage whereupon said appendage becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 104
Independent Claim
79 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage in the shape of a tube which is rolled out upon the appendage in the area to be immobilized, whereupon the appendage becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 105
Independent Claim
79 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage in the shape of a tube which is rolled out upon the appendage in the area to be immobilized, whereupon the appendage becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer.
Claim 106
Independent Claim
85 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardending component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is characterized as being capable of stretching at least approximately twice its at-rest width upon the application of a stretching force being applied thereto.
Claim 107
Independent Claim
85 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardending component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is characterized as being capable of stretching at least approximately twice its at-rest width upon the application of a stretching force being applied thereto.
Claim 108
Independent Claim
97 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition commences polymerization subsequent to contact with said fabric such that said fabric substantially becomes immobilized within approximately 1 to 20 minutes from the time of application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer to the fabric.
Claim 109
Independent Claim
97 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said α-cyanoacrylate monomer containing composition commences polymerization subsequent to contact with said fabric such that said fabric substantially becomes immobilized within approximately 1 to 20 minutes from the time of application of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer to the fabric.
Claim 110
Independent Claim
87 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of a textile rib knit, a woven fabric, a jersey, a tricot, an interlock knit felt, and paper.
Claim 111
Independent Claim
87 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to a fabric to wet said fabric, a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric comprises a member selected from the group consisting of a textile rib knit, a woven fabric, a jersey, a tricot, an interlock knit felt, and paper.
Claim 112
Independent Claim
83 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is configured in the shape of a subtantially flat sheet and sandwiched within a cover prior to its application to the appendage.
Claim 113
Independent Claim
83 words
A method for the application of an orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising applying to the fabric to wet said fabric a hardening quantity of a composition wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer and applying the fabric to the appendage which becomes immobilized upon the polymerization of the α-cyanoacrylate monomer wherein said fabric is configured in the shape of a subtantially flat sheet and sandwiched within a cover prior to its application to the appendage.
Claim 114
Dependent Claim
70 words
An orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition has been applied wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer to wet said fabric, said fabric being substantially covered with an elastic bandage after said fabric has been applied to said appendage wherein upon hardening, the hardened fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage.
Claim 115
Dependent Claim
70 words
An orthopedic cast or splint for the immobilization of an appendage comprising a fabric upon which a hardening quantity of a composition has been applied wherein the hardening component thereof comprises an α-cyanoacrylate monomer to wet said fabric, said fabric being substantially covered with an elastic bandage after said fabric has been applied to said appendage wherein upon hardening, the hardened fabric has taken on the shape of the appendage.
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| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1991-12-27 | 1992-06-27 | 1992-12-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-12-27 | 1996-06-27 | 1996-12-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-12-27 | 2000-06-27 | 2000-12-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |