Thermally-interactive backboard

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1993-10-14

1995-07-18

Howell, Kyle L.

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Thermal applicators

5421, 607112, 128870, A61F 700

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054337410

ABSTRACT:
A backboard with internal ducts for circulation of heated and/or cooled liquid or gas for treating a post-traumatic-injury patient, specifically a patient with a severe back injury. The backboard provides three vital functions for the patient: (1) immobilization (2) maintaining body core temperature, and (3) reduction/prevention of inflammation and/or edema. The thermally-interactive unit is constructed of radiolucent materials for compatibility with x-ray equipment, and is compatible with sterilization requirements.

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patent: 1970200 (1932-09-01), Short
patent: 4884304 (1989-12-01), Elkins
patent: 5016620 (1991-05-01), Matthews
patent: 5184612 (1993-02-01), Augustine

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