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US 10,376,405 B2Granted
Bishop traction splint device (BTSD)
OwnerJames Martin Bishopinventor
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Abstract
The Bishop Traction Splint Device (BTSD) is a traction device for applying traction to a fractured leg. The device includes a frame for securing both legs in order to allow the uninjured leg to help splint the injured leg. A ratchet assembly located on a distal end of the frame is attached to an ankle brace on the injured leg to apply the traction force. Shoulder straps, an abdominal strap, and leg straps are used to secure the patient. A tripod assembly can also be sued to elevate both legs of the patient, placing the patient in a shock position to aid with any drop in blood pressure.
Claims6
A traction splint device comprising:
- a rectangular frame comprising two vertical members and two horizontal members, the horizontal members being sized and configured to be placed under both legs of a patient, the vertical members each comprising a tube that telescopically receives a rod and a releasable locking device for locking the rod and tube in a desired position to accommodate a leg length of the patient;
- a ratchet assembly located on a distal one of the horizontal members for applying traction to a leg of the patient;
- an ankle brace configured to be secured to an ankle of the patient, the ankle brace being releaseably attached to the ratchet assembly to apply the traction;
- a tripod assembly for elevating the device and both legs of the patient thereby placing the patient in a shock position to aid with any drop in blood pressure;
- an abdominal strap attached to the frame and configured to be secured around an abdominal area of the patient;
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- leg straps configured to secure the legs of the patient in place once a desired amount of traction has been applied.
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