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Customizable fitted apparatus

a fitting and adjustable technology, applied in the field of customizing fitted equipment, can solve the problems of skin irritation, non-removable cast, non-breathable and non-waterproof type of cast, etc., and achieve the effect of easy removal from the user

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-03-17
HALL DIANA
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The present invention is a customizable device that can be used to protect, stabilize, or immobilize a user's body. It consists of an enclosed sidewall that can be separated and removed from the user without damaging or destroying the device. The sidewall can be joined together to form a longitudinal seam within the device. The device can be easily removed from the user by removing the connectors or clips and separating the sidewall section(s. The technical effect of the invention is a flexible and customizable device that provides stability and protection for the targeted body part.

Problems solved by technology

While this style of casts is generally effective at immobilizing the targeted body portion and is generally inexpensive to produce, it has several limitations.
One main limitation is that the cast is not removable.
Another limitation is that this type of cast is non-breathable and non-waterproof.
This can lead to skin irritation and other issues as well as damage to the cast when the patient encounters wet conditions.

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[0027]The invention will now be described with reference to the drawing figures, in which like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout. For purposes of clarity in illustrating the characteristics of the present invention, proportional relationships of the elements have not necessarily been maintained in the drawing figures.

[0028]The following detailed description of the invention references specific embodiments in which the invention can be practiced. The embodiments are intended to describe aspects of the invention in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. Other embodiments can be utilized and changes can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. The present invention is defined by the appended claims and the description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense and shall not limit the scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled.

[0029]The present invention is directed toward a fitted dev...

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Abstract

A customizable fitted device for immobilizing injuries and a method for constructing the fitted device is provided. The fitted device can be used to stabilize an al 1, wrist, hand, leg, knee, ankle, foot or other body parts through custom formation. The device can be formed by a sidewall having one or more sidewall sections that can be secured together using retaining clips positioned within retaining clip slots on the device. The device can further include one or more openings defined in the sidewall of each device section while maintaining rigidity in the sidewall. The device can be constructed by of creating a 3D image scan of the particular body part in which the device will be applied, creating a design of the device to precisely match the contours of the 3D image scan, and using a 3D printer to construct the device according to the design.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This Application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62 / 050,067, filed on Sep. 12, 2014, to Diana Hall, entitled “Amphibian Skin Custom-fit Exoskeleton Support Devices,” currently pending, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62 / 162,743, filed on May 17, 2015, to Diana Hall, entitled “Amphibian Skin 3D Printed Clips and Cable Tie Slots,” currently pending, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to devices, such as casts, splints, braces, and similar devices for immobilizing and stabilizing various portions of a user's body, including arms, elbows, wrists, hands, legs, knees, ankles, feet and other structures. Such devices are also used in veterinary applications and other various alternative uses.[0003]When a user's body portion needs stabiliz...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A61F5/058A61F5/01
CPCA61F5/05858A61F5/0585A61F5/0104
Inventor HALL, DIANA
Owner HALL DIANA
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