Exstrophy brace and method of use

Abstract

An exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery is described herein. The exstrophy brace includes a single body thermoplastic body support defining a torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening. A rear support section extends from the torso support section. The rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use. The rear support extends into discrete first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate into first and second thigh openings. The exstrophy brace further defines first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections, the first and second calf support sections define convex arcs that terminate into first and second calf openings. The exstrophy brace further includes electively removable straps that extend over the openings when in use.

Description

EXSTROPHY BRACE AND METHOD OF USECROSS REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] The following application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119 (e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Serial No. 63 / 668,808 filed July 09, 2024 entitled EXSTROPHY BRACE AND METHOD OF USE. The above-identified application is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety for all purposes.TECHNICAL FIELD

[0002] The present disclosure generally relates to an exstrophy brace and method of use, and more particularly to a selectively removable single body thermoplastic exstrophy brace.BACKGROUND

[0003] Bladder exstrophy is a congenital anomaly causing a defect in abdominal wall closure. An osteotomy surgery is required to reduce tension and allow closure of the abdominal cavity. A spica cast, which is semi -permanent and cumbersome, is often placed postoperatively for immobilization and to allow healing of the osteotomy site. In pre-existing hip abduction braces, the leg and hip positioning do not meet current abduction and flexion immobilization needs following bladder exstrophy surgery, making bathing and incision site inspection difficult, and leading to an increased risk of postoperative complication.SUMMARY

[0004] One aspect of the present disclosure comprises an exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery is described herein. The exstrophy brace includes a single body thermoplastic body support defining a torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis, a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate into first and second thigh openings, and first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95°, the first and second calf support sections defining convex arcs that terminate into first and second calf openings, the first calf support section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending down a center of the torso support, the abduction angle between 10° and 35°.

[0005] Yet another aspect of the present disclosure includes an exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery . The exstrophy brace includes a single body support defining torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis, a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate to define first and second thigh openings, and first and second calf support sections extending form the first andsecond thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95°, the first and second calf support section terminate to define first and second calf openings, the first calf support section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending down a center of the torso support, the abduction angle betw een 10° and 35°. The exstrophy brace further includes first and second selectively removable thigh straps that extend over the first and second thigh openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable thigh straps coupled to the first and second thigh supports, respectively and first and second selectively removable calf straps that extend over the first and second calf openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable calf straps coupled to the first and second calf supports, respectively.

[0006] Yet another example embodiment of the present disclosure is an exstrophybrace for immobilization after surgery7. The exstrophy brace comprising includes a single body support comprised of a thermoplastic. The single body defining q torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis, a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate to define first and second thigh openings, wherein the rear support section defines first and second rear supports, wherein the first rear support in conjunction with the second rear support defines a substantially planar surface that links the thigh support sections to the torso support section. The exstrophy brace also includes first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95°, the first andsecond calf support section define one of discrete calf channels, convex arcs, or half circles which terminate to define first and second calf openings, the first calf support section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending down a center of the torso support, the abduction angle between 10° and 35°, first and second selectively removable thigh straps that extend over the first and second thigh openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable thigh straps coupled to the first and second thigh supports, respectively, and first and second selectively removable calf straps that extend over the first and second calf openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable calf straps coupled to the first and second calf supports, respectively.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0007] The foregoing and other features and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent to one skilled in the art to which the present disclosure relates upon consideration of the following description of the disclosure with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals, unless otherwise described refer to like parts throughout the drawings and in which:

[0008] FIG. 1 illustrates a top perspective view of an exstrophy brace, in accordance with one example embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0009] FIG. 2 illustrates a rear perspective view of an exstrophy brace, in accordance with one example embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0010] FIG. 3 illustrates a side elevation view of an exstrophy brace, in accordance with one example embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0011] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0012] The apparatus and method components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0013] Referring now to the figures generally wherein like numbered features shown therein refer to like elements throughout unless otherwise noted. The present disclosure generally relates to an assessment system and method of use, and more particularly to an assessment system for monitoring and / or measuring neurologic function, neurologic and / or muscular fatigue, and / or variation in cognitive and / or motion variables.

[0014] FIG. 1 illustrates a schematic diagram of an exstrophy brace 100. in accordance with one of the exemplary- embodiments of the disclosure. The exstrophy brace 100 includes a single body support 102. In one example embodiment, the single body support 102 comprises thermo-plastic. In one example embodiment, the thermoplastic comprises polypropylene, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polyethylene terephthalate, polycarbonate and / or a combination thereof. In one example embodiment, the exstrophy brace 100 is moldable, wherein select portions of the single body support 102 canbe molded to better fit a user using mild heat. In this example embodiment, mild heat is between 160° F to about 300° F.

[0015] The support 102 includes a torso support section 104, rear and thigh support sections 108, 110, and calf support sections 114, 116. In this example embodiment, the torso support section 104 supports a torso of a user from about the 9ththoracic vertebrae (T9) to the tail bone or rear of a pelvis, the thigh support sections 108, 110 support a pelvis and thighs of the user, and the calf support sections 114, 116 support from calf from a knee to an ankle of the user. In one example embodiment, the torso support section 104 defines a torso channel or a convex arc 130. In this example embodiment, a rear portion 104a of the torso support section 104 is substantially linear, and transitions into and spaces two arced side portions 104b, 104c along a lateral axis LAT. As illustrated in the example embodiment of FIG. 3, the two arced side portions 104b, 104c extend a first distance 106a from the rear portion 104a toward a top edge of the torso support section 104. The top edge opposite the pelvis and thigh support sections 114, 116. In one example embodiment, the two arced side portions 104b, 104c extend a second distance 106b from the rear portion 104a at a bottom edge of the torso support section 104, where the torso support section meets the pelvis and thigh support sections 114, 116. Stated another way, the top edge extends farther from the rear portion 104a than at or near the bottom edge of the torso support section 104. The two arced side portions 104b, 104c and the rear portion 104a define a body opening 104d that opens into the channel or convex arc 130. When in use, the two arced side portions 104b, 104c are in contact with and support the right and left sides of the user respectively, and the rear portion 104a is in contact with and supports the back of the user.

[0016] In one example embodiment, a first selectively removable strap 122 extends between the two arced side portions 104b, 104c. In another example embodiment, the firstselectively removable strap 122 is statically coupled to one of the arced side portions 104b, 104c and removably coupled to the other of the arced side portions 104b. 104c, such that when the strap 122 is removed from the other of the arced side portions, the body opening 104d is unimpeded. In one example embodiment, the first selectively removable strap 122 utilizes snaps, hoop and loop fastener, child proof fasteners, and / or other connection mechanisms. It would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the first selectively removable strap 122 may extends between the two arced side portions 104b, 104c, between one of the arced side portions and the rear portion 104a, and / or from one portion of the rear portion to another portion of the rear portion, so long as the strap, when in use, extends across the body opening 104d. In one example embodiment, a torso cushion or liner (not shown) extends over the first selectively removable strap 122. In one example embodiment, the torso cushion or liner is selectively removable.

[0017] In one example embodiment, the torso support section 104 supports a removable and replaceable liner 120. In one example embodiment, the liner 120 extends beyond the torso portion section 104. In another example embodiment, the liner 120 substantially covers the interior portion of the torso channel or convex arc 130.

[0018] As illustrated in the example embodiments of FIGS. 1-3, the rear and thigh support sections 108, 110 are substantially mirror images of one another as taken along the longitudinal axis LONG illustrated in FIG. 2. Herein, the rear and thigh support section 110 will be described in detail, wherein it is understood that the rear and thigh support section 108 is the substantially mirror image of the rear and thigh support 110. In the example embodiment of FIG. 3, the rear and thigh support section 110 extends at a thigh angle 111 from the rear portion 104a of the torso support section 104 along the longitudinal axis LONG. In one example embodiment, the thigh angle 111 is between 70° to about 95°. In anotherexample embodiment, the thigh angle 111 is about 90°.

[0019] In one example embodiment, the rear and thigh support 110 defines a first rear support 110a and a first thigh support 110b, wherein the first rear support 110a in conjunction with a second rear support 108a is a substantially planar surface that links the thigh supports 108b, 110b to the torso support section 104. In this example embodiment, the thigh supports 108b, 110b define discrete thigh channels or convex arcs 132, 134 that are linked to each other via the first and second rear supports 110a, 108a. In another example embodiment, the thigh channels or convex arcs 132, 134 define half circles that are linked to each other via the first and second rear supports 110a, 108a. In this example embodiment, a first and second rear supports 110a, 108a are substantially linear and transitions the torso support section 104 into the thigh support 108b, 110b. As illustrated in the example embodiment of FIG. 1, the thigh support 110b define a first thigh opening 110c from one end of the thigh channel or convex arc 132 to the other end of the channel of convex arc. The thigh support 110b defines the first thigh opening 110c into the channel, half circle or convex arc 132. When in use, the rear supports 108a, 110a are in contact with and support the glutes of the user. In this example embodiment, when in use, the rear supports 108a, 110a, cover at least some of an anterior portion of the user uncovered by the rear supports. In one example embodiment, the thigh support 110b supports a right thigh of the user and the thigh support 108b supports a left thigh of the user. In another example embodiment, the thigh support 110b supports and is in contact with a posterior portion of the right thigh while leaving an anterior portion of the right thigh uncovered and the thigh support 108b supports and is in contact with a posterior portion of the left thigh of the user while leaving an anterior portion of the left thigh uncovered.

[0020] In one example embodiment, the rear and thigh support sections 108, 110support the removable and replaceable liner 120. In one example embodiment, the liner 120 extends beyond the torso portion section 104 to extend over the rear and thigh support sections 108, 110. In another example embodiment, the liner 120 substantially covers the interior portion of the torso channel or convex arc 130, over the rear portions 108a, 110, and covers the interior portion of the thigh channel or convex arcs 132, 134.

[0021] In one example embodiment, a first selectively removable thigh strap 124a extends over the first thigh opening 110c and a second selectively removable thigh strap 124b extends over a second thigh opening 108c of the thigh support 108b. In another example embodiment, the first selectively removable thigh strap 124a is statically coupled to one side of the thigh support 110a and removably coupled to the other side of the thigh support 110a, such that when the strap 124a is removed from the other side of the thigh support 110a, the first thigh opening 110c is unimpeded. In this example embodiment, the second selectively removable thigh strap 124b is statically coupled to one side of the thigh support 108a and removably coupled to the other side of the thigh support 108a, such that when the strap 124b is removed from the other side of the thigh support 108a, the second thigh opening 108c is unimpeded.

[0022] In one example embodiment, the first and second selectively removable thigh strap 124a, 124b utilize snaps, hoop and loop fastener, child proof fasteners, and / or other connection mechanisms. It would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the first and second selectively removable thigh strap 124a, 124b may extend across the first and second thigh openings 108c, 110c, respectively, between one of the rear portions 108b, 110b and / or the thigh supports 108b, 110a, so long as the strap, when in use, extends across the respective first and second thigh openings 108c, 110c. In one example embodiment, thigh cushions or liners (not shown) extend over the first and second selectively removable thighstrap 124a. 124b. In one example embodiment, the thigh cushion or liner is selectively removable.

[0023] As illustrated in the example embodiments of FIGS. 1-3, the calf support sections 114, 116 are substantially mirror images of one another as taken along the longitudinal axis LONG illustrated in FIG. 2. Herein, the calf support section 114 will be described in detail, wherein it is understood that the calf support section 114 is the substantially mirror image of the calf support section 116. In the example embodiment of FIG. 3, the calf support section 114 extends at a calf angle 113 from the thigh portion 110b of the rear and thigh section 110 along a calf axis C-AXIS. In one example embodiment, the calf angle 113 is between 85° to about 100°. In another example embodiment, the calf angle 113 is about 90°. In this example embodiment, the substantially linear rear portion 104a, extending along the longitudinal axis LONG, is a thigh distance 112 from a rear surface of the calf support section 114. In this example embodiment, the thigh distance 112 is utilized to size the exstrophy brace 100 to the user, wherein a length of the user’s thigh is matched to the thigh distance 112. In another example embodiment, the exstrophy brace 100 is formed based on measurements of the user.

[0024] In one example embodiment, the calf support 114 extends from the thigh support 110b at the calf angle 113 and the calf support 116 extends from the thigh support 108b at the calf angle (not shown). In this example embodiment, the calf support sections 114, 116 define discrete calf channels or convex arcs 136, 138. In another example embodiment, the discrete calf channels or convex arcs 136, 138 define half circles. As illustrated in the example embodiment of FIG. 1 , the discrete calf channels or convex arcs 136, 138 define first and second calf openings 114a, 116a from one end of the channel or convex arcs 136, 138 to the other end of the channel of convex arcs, respectively.

[0025] The calf support sections 114. 116 define the first and second calf openings 114a. 116b into the channel, half circle or convex arcs 136. 138. When in use, the calf support sections 114, 116 are in contact with and support the knee and calf of the user. In another example embodiment, the calf support section 114 supports and is in contact with a posterior portion of the right calf while leaving an anterior portion of the right calf uncovered and the calf support section 116 supports and is in contact with a posterior portion of the left calf of the user while leaving an anterior portion of the left calf uncovered.

[0026] In one example embodiment, the calf support sections 114, 116 support removable and replaceable calf liners 128a, 128b. respectively. In one example embodiment, removable and replaceable calf liners 128a, 128b extends beyond the calf support sections 114, 116. In another example embodiment, the removable and replaceable calf liners 128a, 128b extends beyond the calf support sections 114, 116 and interact with or are in contact with the liner 120. In another example embodiment, the removable and replaceable calf liners 128a, 128b substantially covers an interior portion of the calf channel or convex arcs 136, 138.

[0027] In one example embodiment, a first selectively removable calf strap 128a extends over the first calf opening 114a and a second selectively removable calf strap 126b extends over a second calf opening 116b of the calf support section 116 when in use. In another example embodiment, the first selectively removable calf strap 126a is statically coupled to one side of the calf support section 114 and removably coupled to the other side of the calf support section, such that when the strap 126a is removed from the other side of the calf support section! 14, the first calf opening 114a is unimpeded. In this example embodiment, the second selectively removable calf strap 126b is statically coupled to oneside of the calf support section 116 and removably coupled to the other side of the calf support section, such that when the strap 126b is removed from the other side of the calf support 116, the second calf opening 116a is unimpeded.

[0028] In one example embodiment, the first and second selectively removable calf straps 126a, 126b utilize snaps, hoop and loop fastener, child proof fasteners, and / or other connection mechanisms. It would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the first and second selectively removable calf strap 126a, 126b may extend across the first and second calf openings 114a, 116a, respectively, so long as the strap, when in use, extends across the respective the first and second calf openings 114a, 116a. In one example embodiment, calf cushions or liners (not shown) extend over the first and second selectively removable calf strap 126a, 126b. In one example embodiment, the calf cushion or liner is selectively removable.

[0029] In one example embodiment, the calf support sections 114, 116 are separated from each other by an abduction support 122. In one example embodiment, the abduction support 122 statically positions the calf support sections 114, 116 at an abduction angle 115. (see FIG. 2). In one example embodiment, the abduction angle 115 is measured from the longitudinal axis LONG, which is centered on the rear portion 104a of the torso support section 104, and an inw ard facing surface of one of the calf support sections 114, 116 (e.g, wherein the inwardly facing surfaces face each other), respectively. In one example embodiment, abduction angle 115 is between 5° and about 35°. In another example embodiment, abduction angle 115 is 10°. It would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the body support 102 can be molded to accommodate different angles 111, 113, 115 based upon the user’s needs.

[0030] Advantageously use of the exstrophy brace 100 resulted in pelvic immobilization with the added benefits of decreased operative time and easy evaluation and access to the surgical site. Further the exstrophy brace 100 simplified wound care, by allowing for easy cleaning, including sponge bathing, and incision inspection. Additionally, the exstrophy brace 100 was overall less cumbersome to manage for family and friends of the user.

[0031] In the foregoing specification, specific embodiments have been described. However, one of ordinary skill in the art appreciates that various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the scope of the disclosure as set forth in the claims below. Accordingly, the specification and figures are to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense, and all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of present teachings.

[0032] The benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any element(s) that may cause any benefit, advantage, or solution to occur or become more pronounced are not to be construed as a critical, required, or essential features or elements of any or all the claims. The disclosure is defined solely by the appended claims including any amendments made during the pendency of this application and all equivalents of those claims as issued.

[0033] Moreover in this document, relational terms such as first and second, top and bottom, and the like may be used solely to distinguish one entity or action from another entity or action without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. The terms "comprises," "comprising." “has”, “having,” “includes”, “including,” “contains”, “containing” or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus thatcomprises, has, includes, contains a list of elements does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element proceeded by ‘‘comprises . . . a”, “has . . . a”, “includes . . . a”, “contains ... a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises, has, includes, contains the element. The terms “a” and “an” are defined as one or more unless explicitly stated otherwise herein. The terms “substantially”, “essentially”, “approximately”, “about” or any other version thereof, are defined as being close to as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. In one non-limiting embodiment the terms are defined to be within for example 100%, in another possible embodiment within 5%, in another possible embodiment within 1%, and in another possible embodiment within 0.5%. The term “coupled” as used herein is defined as connected or in contact either temporarily or permanently, although not necessarily directly and not necessarily mechanically. A device or structure that is “configured” in a certain way is configured in at least that way, but may also be configured in ways that are not listed.

[0034] To the extent that the materials for any of the foregoing embodiments or components thereof are not specified, it is to be appreciated that suitable materials would be known by one of ordinary skill in the art for the intended purposes.

[0035] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodimentsrequire more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.

Claims

CLAIMSWhat is claimed is:

1. An exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery', the exstrophy brace comprising: a single body thermoplastic body support defining: a torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis; a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate to define first and second thigh openings; and first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95°, the first and second calf support section terminate to define first and second calf openings, the first calf support section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending down a center of the torso support, the abduction angle between 10° and 35°.

2. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, further comprising first and second selectively removable thigh straps that extend over the first and second thigh openings when in use. the first and second selectively’ removable thigh straps coupled to the first and second thigh supports, respectively.

3. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, first and second selectively removable calf straps that extend over the first and second calf openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable calf straps coupled to the first and second calf supports, respectively.

4. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein a first selectively removable strap extends over the body opening when in use, the first selectively removable straps coupled to the torso support section.

5. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the thigh angle is 90°.

6. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the calf angle is 90°.

7. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the abduction angle is 10°.

8. The exstrophy brace of claim 1 , wherein the first and second calf support sections support and are in contact with a posterior portion of a calf of a wearer while leaving an anterior portion of the calf uncovered.

9. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the first and second calf support section define one of discrete calf channels, convex arcs, or half circles.

10. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the rear support section defines first and second rear supports, wherein the first rear support in conjunction with the second rearsupport defines a substantially planar surface that links the thigh support sections to the torso support section.

11. The exstrophy brace of claim 1 , wherein when in use, the rear support section is in contact with and support the glutes of a user while leaving at least a portion of an anterior portion of a torso of the user uncovered.

12. The exstrophy brace of claim 1, wherein the thermoplastic comprises polypropylene, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polyethylene terephthalate, polycarbonate and / or a combination thereof.

13. An exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery, the exstrophy brace comprising: a single body support defining: a torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis; a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate to define first and second thigh openings; first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95° the first and second calf support section terminate to define first and second calf openings, the first calfsupport section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending dow n a center of the torso support, the abduction angle betw een 10° and 35°; first and second selectively removable thigh straps that extend over the first and second thigh openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable thigh straps coupled to the first and second thigh supports, respectively; and first and second selectively removable calf straps that extend over the first and second calf openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable calf straps coupled to the first and second calf supports, respectively.

14. The exstrophy brace of claim 13, wherein a first selectively removable strap extends over the body opening when in use, the first selectively removable straps coupled to the torso support section.

15. The exstrophy brace of claim 14, wherein single body is molded from a thermoplastic, wherein portions defining at least one of the first and second calf openings, the first and second thigh openings, the body opening are moldable to increase or decrease a size of respective opening in the presence of a mild heat.

16. The exstrophy brace of claim 13, wherein single body is molded from a thermoplastic.

17. The exstrophy brace of claim 13, wherein the thigh angle is 90°, the calf angle is 90°. and the abduction angle is 10°.

18. An exstrophy brace for immobilization after surgery, the exstrophy brace comprising:a single body support comprised of a thermoplastic, the single body defining: a torso support section for supporting a torso of a user during use, the torso support defining a channel terminating in a body opening; the torso support extending along a longitudinal axis; a rear support section extending from the torso support section at a thigh angle, the thigh angle between 85° to 95°, the rear support section for supporting glutes of the user during use, the rear support extending into discrete first and second thigh support sections, the first and second thigh support sections defining convex arcs that terminate to define first and second thigh openings, wherein the rear support section defines first and second rear supports, wherein the first rear support in conjunction with the second rear support defines a substantially planar surface that links the thigh support sections to the torso support section.; first and second calf support sections extending form the first and second thigh support sections at a calf angle, respectively, the calf angle between 85° to 95°, the first and second calf support section define one of discrete calf channels, convex arcs, or half circles which terminate to define first and second calf openings, the first calf support section positioned at an abduction angle relative to the longitudinal axis extending down a center of the torso support, the abduction angle between 10° and 35°; first and second selectively removable thigh straps that extend over the first and second thigh openings when in use, the first and second selectively removable thigh straps coupled to the first and second thigh supports, respectively; and first and second selectively removable calf straps that extend over the first and second calf openings when in use. the first and second selectively removable calf straps coupled to the first and second calf supports, respectively.

19. The exstrophy brace of claim 18, wherein the thigh angle is 90°, the calf angle is 90°, and the abduction angle is 10°.

20. The exstrophy brace of claim 18, wherein portions defining at least one of the first and second calf openings, the first and second thigh openings, the body opening are moldable to increase or decrease a size of respective opening in the presence of a mild heat.

Images