Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage inventions 05/06

20060111656 - Tattoo cover and related method: There is provided an adhesive composite cover and method of use in which the cover is well suited to effectively cover a temporary tattoo utilized in radiation therapy treatments. The cover includes a transparent, flexible layer with a rigid layer releasably adhered thereto. The first, flexible layer has a lower...

20060111657 - Wound treatment device: A wound treatment device comprising a water-impermeable envelope having at least one aperture, wherein the envelope contains a therapeutic substance, and wherein the at least one aperture in the envelope is blocked by a material that breaks down in the presence of one or more active components of wound fluid...

20060106328 - Flexion and extension device: An orthotic device may be utilized to promote flexion or extension of a patient's wrist. At least one support member having a pivotal portion may be angularly positioned through the use of a tensioning member in conjunction with a hinge to effect the desired therapeutic fixation of the joint, or...

20060106329 - Nipple reconstruction device: A nipple reconstruction device includes a core component having a substantially circular hollow opening therein for receiving a person's nipple; padding attached to a lower part of the core and substantially lining the lower part of the core and at least a portion of the hollow opening in the core,...

20060106330 - Facial lifting and toning device: A facial toning device that creates a youthful look by toning and firming the facial muscles by applying pressure, adjustable to a user's preference. The facial device is a one-piece stretchable material that wraps around the wearer's head and jaw line. Along its edges there is a strong and comforting...

20060100559 - Orthesis with multiple hinge: An orthopedic device comprises: a structure comprising two substantially rigid parts, for instance a rod, which parts are coupled to each other by means of hinge means and each comprise fastening means for optional temporary fastening to a limb part, wherein a pivot axis of the hinge means extends at...

20060100560 - Adjustable knee brace: A knee brace includes an adaptable strapping mechanism for securing an upper portion of the brace to a user's thigh wherein the strapping mechanism automatically adjusts to underlying soft tissue motion during knee and leg movement. The strapping mechanism generally includes a topmost horizontal strap and a pair of lower...

20060100561 - Knee brace having an adaptable thigh pad: A knee brace including an adaptable anterior thigh pad for securing an upper portion of the brace to a user's thigh wherein the anterior thigh pad automatically adjusts to underlying soft tissue motion during knee and leg movement. The anterior thigh pad includes a flexible upper horizontal connection and a...

20060100562 - Hip distraction system: A two piece hip distraction system made up of 1) a device for securing a persons leg so traction can be applied to hip and 2) a device for securing a persons torso so traction can be specific to just the femoroacetabular joint. This hip distraction system can be adjusted...

20060100563 - Body joint liner: A body joint liner (1) comprises an inner face (3) and an outer face, the inner face has a channel (2) therein open (6) at one end and closed (5) at the other end, being of substantially constant width and depth. The inner face is shaped to the contours of...

20060094995 - Bandage material with active carbon fibers: A bandage material with active carbon fibers is disclosed, in which the bandage material is comprised of a load-bearing layer made of an unwoven viscose/polypropylene textile material, and an active layer made of 200 g/m2 pure carbon fiber. When combined, the load-bearing layer and the active layer form a single...

20060094996 - Topical wound dressing and method of making same: A topical dressing and method of making same wherein a gauze pad is impregnated with tannin extract derived from Black Pekoe tea....

20060094997 - Wound dressing and wound dressing kit: A wound dressing comprises a first layer 10 including a sheet that exerts a water pressure resistant function at an initial stage, a second layer 20 including an absorptive material, and a third layer 30 including a sheet impermeable to liquid. The first layer 10, the second layer 20 and...

20060094998 - Vascular access device anchor and occlusive dressing: An anchoring and occlusive dressing made of a thin polymeric and adhesive material (Class 602, Subclass 42, 52, and 58) in a three dimensional, upside-down “T” shape. The broad, flat area (top of the “T”) can be of varying shapes and sizes with an opening approximately two-thirds the width of...

20060094999 - Apparatus for and method of diagnosing and treating patello-femoral misalignment: An apparatus for, and method of, diagnosing and treating patello-femoral misalignment, which includes an inward tracking member that operatively fits over, and provides direct inward pressure against, a patella; wherein the inward tracking member provides a compressive force against the patella, thereby increasing the contact surface area between the patellofemoral...