Throat support device and methods of using same

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2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Swiatek, Robert P. (Department: 3643)

Animal husbandry

Animal controlling or handling

Inhibiting use or movement of specific body part other than...

C119S821000, C054S006100, C054S071000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07036460

ABSTRACT:
A throat support device comprising a main throat support section having one or more lifting mechanisms, each with a tip, each tip adapted to fit into a location immediately adjacent to and behind a basihyoid bone, a thyroid cartilage and/or a cricoid cartilage of an animal to control upper airway dysfunction. In one embodiment, the throat support device further comprises a bridle. In one embodiment, the upper airway dysfunction is dorsal displacement of the soft palate (DDSP) and the animal is a horse. Unlike conventional treatments involving surgery, the throat support device provides a non-invasive and convenient means of diagnosing and treating upper airway dysfunctions.

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