Gel shell splint

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1993-05-18

1994-09-27

Bahr, Robert

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Thermal applicators

607114, 602 21, 602 43, A61F 500

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053504186

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a gel shell splint for the hand which has an elongated support constructed of an elastomeric material that is shaped to fit the center portion of a human hand. The support is releasably secured around the hand with the support being secured on either the dorsal or palmar side of the hand. A rigid shell shaped to fit the center portion of the hand is releasably secured to the interior side of the support and a compressible pad is attached to the interior side of the shell.

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