Orthotic pads and methods

Details Orthotic pads and methods Orthotic pads and methods

1991-03-25

1993-03-23

Brown, Michael A.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

602 23, A61F 500

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051959453

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an orthotic blank comprising 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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Electro Insulation Corporation product information and letter from same.

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