Sternotomy splinting assembly, kit and method for use

Details Sternotomy splinting assembly, kit and method for use Sternotomy splinting assembly, kit and method for use

2008-12-22

2011-10-18

Bianco, Patricia (Department: 3772)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

C606S300000, C607S902000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08038634

ABSTRACT:
Herein disclosed is a simple, passive splinting system for sternotomy patients designed to provide a continuous yet readily adjustable, compressive tangential stabilizing force to the ribcage so as to promote healing of a median sternotomy incision while minimizing patient pain.

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“CardioThoracic Bra” and “CardioThoracic Harness” by Aztech Heart Inc. (2009).
“Heart Hugger Sternum Support Harness” by Heart Hugger, Inc. (2009).

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