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US 2004/0002673 A1Published application
Flexible splint
OwnerMichael P. Ferraioliinventor
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Abstract
A device for limiting movement of a joint. Once prepared, the device includes two tubular openings for encircling phalanxes on either side of the joint. The tubular sides are attached by a portion of the device that can cover either the top portion of the joint or the underside of the joint. This configuration allows an individual to flex the joint in a limited manner.
Claims20
A device for limiting movement of a joint, comprising:
- an elongate member having:
- a first end;
- a second end, opposite the first end;
- and
- an elongate opening formed between the first end and the second end;
- wherein the first end attaches to the second end, forming a connected pair of tubular sides between which the joint is positioned.
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A device for limiting movement of a joint, comprising:
- a first tubular side;
- a second tubular side substantially parallel to the first tubular side;
- a connector attaching a portion of the first tubular side to a portion of the second tubular side;
- and
- wherein the joint is positioned between the first tubular side and the second tubular side.
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A device for limiting movement of a joint, comprising:
- means for encircling a phalanx on a first side of the joint;
- means for encircling a phalanx on a second side of the joint;
- and
- means for attaching the means for encircling the first side to the means for encircling the second side.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.