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Orthotic Device

a technology of orthotic devices and orthotics, applied in the field of orthotic devices, can solve the problems of cumbersome orthography devices, inability to wear them by users, devices normally not able to be worn by users, etc., and achieve the effect of practically not being worn by an athl

Inactive Publication Date: 2012-12-06
ALLSPORT DYNAMICS
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[0005]In one embodiment, an orthotic device includes a base unit for positioning on a dorsal side of the user's forearm, a metacarpal unit for positioning on the hand of the user, and a hinge system including a pair of pivots for pivoting the metacarpal unit vertically with respect to the base unit, and another pivot for pivoting the metacarpal unit laterally with respect to the base unit. A flexible strap extends about the forearm for securing the base unit to the user's forearm. A paddle extends from the hinge system for removably fitting within a pocket in the metacarpal unit.

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Some orthotic devices are cumbersome and cannot be worn by the user during normal daily movements.
Some devices provide a resistant to movement of the hand relative to a base unit, but again such devices normally cannot be worn by a user during daily activities.
Other orthotic devices are so large or awkward that they practically cannot be worn by an athlete while engaged in sports.

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[0020]An orthotic device as shown in FIG. 1 includes a glove 16 as a metacarpal unit which cooperates with the orthotic protective device for the wrist while allowing for normal extension of the hand and preventing involuntary hyperextension.

[0021]FIG. 1 depicts one embodiment of orthotic device 10 including a base unit 12 for positioning on the dorsal side of the user's forearm, and a flexible strap 14 extending about the forearm for securing the base unit to the user's forearm. A metacarpal unit consisting of a glove 16 is positioned about the hand of the user, and includes an upper pocket 18 discussed subsequently and having a rearward facing opening therein. A hinge system 24 includes a pair of pivots 26 for pivoting the hand and glove vertically with respect to the base unit, and another pivot 30 for pivoting the hand and the glove 16 laterally with respect to the base unit. A paddle 20 may be curved to generally conform to the back of the user's hand, and extends from the hing...

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Abstract

An orthotic device (10) to be worn a user comprises a base unit (12) and a flexible strap (14) extending about the forearm of the user. The metacarpal unit (16) is positioned over the hand of the user, and includes an upper pocket (18) having a rearward facing opening therein. A hinge system (24) includes a pair of pivots (26) and another pivot (30) for allowing vertical and lateral movement of the metacarpal unit relative to the base unit. A paddle (20) extends from the hinge system for fitting within the upper pocket (18) of the metacarpal unit for movably interconnecting the metacarpal unit and the hinge system.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to an orthotic device to be worn a user to protect against wrist injuries. More particularly, the orthotic device may be used to strengthen wrist motion within preselective limits. One embodiment includes a protective sleeve such that the orthotic device may be worn by athletes engaged in contact sports.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Various types of orthotic protective devices have been devised during the past decades. Some orthotic devices are cumbersome and cannot be worn by the user during normal daily movements. Some devices provide a resistant to movement of the hand relative to a base unit, but again such devices normally cannot be worn by a user during daily activities. Other orthotic devices are so large or awkward that they practically cannot be worn by an athlete while engaged in sports.[0003]U.S. Pat. No. 7,402,148 discloses an improved orthotic device which has been accepted in the marketplace in large measure ...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D13/08
CPCA61F5/013
Inventor BREWER, JEFFERY L.
Owner ALLSPORT DYNAMICS