Splint apparatus

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1989-10-17

1990-11-20

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128 88, 128878, A61F 504, A61F 337

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active

049710419

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for supporting and protecting a limb of a patient. The apparatus includes a plurality of elongated cushioned tubes which are connected together to form a cushioning wrap. At least two of the tubes are separated by a web of material. The web may be formed of a mesh material. Stiffening rods are removably received in pockets formed on the outside of at least one of the tubular elements. A fastening device is provided to hold the apparatus in place after it is wrapped about the limb of a patient. Provision may be made for heat/ice packs by providing pockets on the inside of the wrap.

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