Thermoplastic spine board with ergonomic features

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2007-12-04

2007-12-04

Engle, Patricia (Department: 3673)

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Pore forming in situ

Composite article making

C005S628000, C264S046600, C264S046400, C264S545000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10616978

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method are disclosed for providing a foam-filled thermoplastic spine board. An upper surface of the spine board has a cradle configuration to assist in more comfortably positioning a patient. The spine board includes hand holds for transporting the patient. Being free from metallic parts, the spine board is X-ray translucent and/or radio translucent.

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