Orthotic pads and methods

Details Orthotic pads and methods Orthotic pads and methods

1987-09-04

1991-03-26

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128 91R, A61F 504

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050020471

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an orthotic blank that includes an open-celled foam sheet impregnated with a water curable, isocyanate functional, polyurethane prepolymer resin. The orthotic blank can be used according to the method of this invention to prepare an orthotic pad bearing the impression of a body part to be supported and/or cushioned. The resultant orthotic pad exhibits both proper weight-bearing strength and cushioning properties for effective and comfortable use.

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