Hardenable orthopaedic support with improved configuration
CA 2334172 A1 · Owner: Campos, Michael · Inventors: Campos, Michael; Grim, Tracy E.; Speakes, Kelly M.
Overview
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An orthopaedic support assembly (42) is formed of a double-knit type fabric material with spaced interwoven layers formed of high strength materials and , an open-work matrix of filaments or threads interconnecting the layers (42). The fabric preferably includes high strength stiff filaments of fiberglass carbon fibers, or aramids, and thermoplastic material to facilitate heat bonding of cut edges (42). The fabric is impregnated with a water hardened material. The support material or product is packaged in a water vapor impermeable package, and is opened. Water is supplied to the fabric when it is applied to the part of the anatomy requiring support. The fabric may be included in a …
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- Filed June 1, 1999. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended June 1, 2019.
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