Surgery: splint – brace – or bandage – Orthopedic bandage – Protective covering means for a bandage or cast
Patent
1994-01-28
1995-08-08
Brown, Michael A.
Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage
Orthopedic bandage
Protective covering means for a bandage or cast
A61F 500
Patent
active
054394384
ABSTRACT:
A protective covering of nonwoven fabric for an orthopedic cast, wound dressing or other bandage is disclosed. The covering is adapted to fit loosely about the bandage to be protected and is capable of being heat-shrunk at a relatively low temperature to closely cover the bandage. The covering is permeable to water vapor and air, it may be treated with a surface active agent to provide superior water and soil repellency, and it may be provided in various colors or with various decorative designs.
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Brown Michael A.
Griswold Gary L.
Kirn Walter N.
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
Ubel F. Andrew
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