Device for abduction of upper limbs

Details Device for abduction of upper limbs Device for abduction of upper limbs

1987-08-24

1989-06-06

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128 89R, 128 77, 128 94, A61F 504

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048361950

ABSTRACT:
A device for abduction of the upper limbs of a patient comprising a belt and at least one plate made of a rigid material which is capable of being deformed. A belt is provided to encompass the trunk of the patient and is equipped with at least one pocket which is intended to receive the crosswise segment of the at least one rigid yet deformable plate. The vertical segment or segments of the plate are provided to hold the arm and the forearm of the patient in the desired position, and means are provided for supporting the base of the deformed portion of the plate and assuring better distribution of weight.

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