ОДЕЖДА С ЭФФЕКТОМ ФИЗИЧЕСКИХ УПРАЖНЕНИЙ ПРИ БОЛЯХ В ПОЯСНИЦЕ

Изобретение относится к одежде, обладающей лечебными свойствами, и касается одежды с эффектом физических упражнений при болях в пояснице. Одежда предназначена для нижней половины тела, и ее основа выполнена из создающего высокое натяжение сетчатого материала. Нерастяжимые в вертикальном направлении передние косточки пришиты вокруг поясничной области к внутренним сторонам справа и слева от области расположения подвздошной кости таза с передней стороны. Нерастяжимые в вертикальном направлении задние косточки пришиты сзади вблизи области расположения крестца между правой и левой половинами ягодиц. Боковые части, располагаемые в области поясницы между передними косточками и задними косточками, изготовлены из сетчатого сильно обтягивающего материала, нижний край которого оставлен свободным. Сетчатый материал пришит поверх верхнего края материала основы одежды из сильно обтягивающего материала, изготовленного из эластичного трикотажного полотна. Шаговые швы этой одежды выполнены, как в панталонах ...

ПОЯС ДЛЯ ПОЯСНИЦЫ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике, а именно к поясам, бандажам и корсетам поясничного отдела позвоночника. Технический результат заключается в снижении себестоимости устройства путем упрощения конструкции и уменьшения дорогостоящего расходного материала, а также в повышении лечебного и эстетического эффекта путем расширения возможностей локального воздействия его на ткани организма в поясничной области. Пояс для поясницы включает спинку с карманами, содержащими упругие вкладыши, соединенные с ней два борта, снабженные застежками на концах, и тяж, состоящий из двух ремней, выполненных из упругорастяжимой ткани и прикрепленных раздельно средней частью к внешней поверхности спинки, а на свободных концах, снабженных застежками, при этом все застежки выполнены из текстильной ворсовой ткани велкро, спинка выполнена изогнутой по вертикали, а ремни тяжа прикреплены к спинке под углом в направлении изогнутых концов спинки. При этом спинка выполнена дугообразно изогнутой и снабжена вытачками ...

КОРРЕКТИРУЮЩАЯ ОСАНКУ ВЕРХНЯЯ ОДЕЖДА

Корректирующая осанку верхняя одежда содержит полочку и спинку, снабженную в верхней части эластичными лямками, другие концы которых соединены с соответствующими боковыми сторонами спинки, и эластичный пояс. Спинка выполнена из нерастяжимого материала, в области внутренних углов лопаток которой выполнены карманы, снабженные жесткими пластинами, что обеспечивает комфортность в применении и лечебно-профилактический эффект. 4 з.п.ф-лы, 3 ил.

ПОЯС ДЛЯ РАЗГРУЗКИ ПОЗВОНОЧНИКА

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике и может быть использовано в ортопедии и травматологии для разгрузки сегментов позвоночника при заболеваниях и посттравматических изменениях. Пояс для разгрузки позвоночника включает опорный элемент и пояса с застежками из текстильной ворсовой ткани велкро. Опорный элемент выполнен в виде искусственного позвоночника, составленного из стержней с материалом с малой величиной модуля упругости. Концы стержней жестко установлены в отверстиях втулок таким образом, что вдоль продольной оси стержни чередуются со втулками, в каждой из которых жестко закреплено ребро с консольными участками, направленными вверх и от оси втулки в области выше поясницы, и вниз и от оси втулки - в области ниже поясницы. В нижний конец самой нижней втулки впрессован стержень, выполненный из материала с большей величиной модуля упругости. В ребрах выполнены прорези, через которые пропущены пояса с застежками из текстильной ворсовой ткани велкро. Изобретение повышает качество ...

ОРТЕЗ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике, а именно к ортезам. Ортез с выполненной для прилегания к телу носителя ортеза базисной пластинкой, обладающей стабильностью формы. Базисная пластинка имеет, по меньшей мере, на одной стороне крепежное устройство для фиксированного соединения с отдельным удлинительным элементом, увеличивающим базисную пластинку и насаживаемым на базисную пластинку. Удлинительный элемент располагается в одной плоскости с выступом базисной пластинки. Изобретение позволяет более удобно пользоваться им и хранить его на складе. 18 з.п. ф-лы, 8 ил.

ЭКСТРАКОРПОРАЛЬНЫЙ ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ ДИСТРАКТОР

Полезная модель относится к медицинской ортопедической технике. Экстракорпоральный ортопедический дистрактор содержит два поясообразных бандажных фиксатора в виде ленты из материала со слоистой структурой с застежками на концах, расположенных соосно с рабочим зазором между ними, в котором установлены с равномерным распределением по длине бандажных фиксаторов активные элементы дистракции из никелида титана с эффектом сверхэластичности. Согласно предлагаемой полезной модели между слоями бандажных фиксаторов установлены жесткие опорные элементы, на которые опираются активные элементы дистракции с эластичностью, аналогичной эластичной деформации тканей организма человека. 3 ил.

ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ ПОЯС-ПОЛУКОРСЕТ

... 1. Ортопедический пояс-полукорсет, содержащий фиксирующую пластину, на внутренней поверхности которой в средней части размещен уплотняющий элемент, ремень с пряжкой на конце, противоположном ворсовочной застежке, служащей для крепления его к наружной поверхности фиксирующей пластины, отличающийся тем, что фиксирующая пластина выполнена с параллельными краями и концами трапециевидной формы, укрепленными по всему контуру пришитой снаружи прочной продольной лентой с симметричными, относительно центра, карманами для поперечно расположенных упругих шин, причем ширина пластины соотносится к ее длине как 1:10-1:7.2. Ортопедический пояс-полукорсет по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что он снабжен дополнительным ремнем, на внутренней поверхности которого, в области центра, выполнен ворсовочный контакт для крепления спинальной пластины корректора осанки, а на параллельных краях фиксирующей пластины выполнены расположенные в середине между карманами для упругих шин разрезы, в которые вшиты клиновидные вставки ...

ЭЛАСТИЧНЫЙ КОРСЕТ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике, а именно к бандажам, поясам и корсетам нижнего отдела позвоночника и может быть использовано в процессе лечебного, реабилитационного и эстетического воздействия на мягкие ткани в области позвоночника при остеохондрозе, при травмах после операций, при лечении имеющихся расстройств и для восстановления утраченных функций. Техническим результатом изобретения является расширение функциональных возможностей, упрощение конструкции корсета и увеличение эффективности его воздействия на мягкие ткани человека. Сущностью изобретения является то, что пояса, спинки и борта выполнены за одно целое из трубчатого трикотажа, причем корсет состоит из трех участков - верхнего и нижнего, выполненных из нерастяжимой и эластомерной нитей одновременно провязанных в петли, в которых эластомерная нить образует упругий каркас и среднего участка, выполненного из нерастяжимых нитей и эластомерной нити, проложенной в виде футера, причем размеры верхнего и нижнего участков ...

АНАТОМИЧЕСКИЙ КОРСЕТ ДЛЯ ОПОРЫ СПИНЫ ПРИ СИДЕНИИ

Анатомический корсет для опоры спины при сидении, содержащий выпуклую часть из упругого материала, помещенную в чехол из хлопчатой ткани, и имеющий боковые ремни для фиксации его на спинке сиденья или стула, отличающийся тем, что введена еще одна выпуклая часть из упругого материала, которая выполнена за одно целое с первой частью в виде валика, имеющего длину, соразмерную длине грудной области позвоночника, а диаметр, соизмеримый с впадиной межлопаточного пространства в упомянутой части позвоночника, причем упругость валика меньше упругости спинки сиденья.

Аппарат дл лечени одонтогенных воспалительных заболеваний челюстей

ФИКСАТОР ГРУДИНЫ ДВУХСТЕРЖНЕВОЙ ПОЛИМЕРНЫЙ, СПОСОБСТВУЮЩИЙ РЕГЕНЕРАЦИИ

Полезная модель относится к медицинской технике и может быть использована в травматологии и ортопедии для исправления воронкообразной грудины. Модель представляет собой 2 изогнутых стерженя, расположенных параллельно на расстоянии от 20 до 30 мм с геометрическими размерами: длина от 100 до 140 мм, диаметр описанной окружности от 4 до 6 мм, имеющий в центральной части опорную пластину с размерами: длина от 30 до 40 мм, ширина от 55 до 65 мм, толщина от 2 до 5 мм, и на обоих концах прямоугольные площадки с размерами: длина от 8 до 12 мм, ширина от 8 до 12 мм, толщина от 2 до 3 мм, при этом стержни и концевые площадки выполнены из сополимера винилпирролидона с метилметакрилатом, капронового волокна и глюконата кальция, а центральная опорная пластина дополнительно содержит вещество, способствующее регенерации.

ФИКСИРУЮЩИЙ КОРСЕТ

... 1. Фиксирующий корсет, содержащий стяжку и основание со вставляемыми металлическими пластинами, выполненное из воздухопроницаемого трехслойного полотна, на внутренней стороне одного переднего конца основания расположена крючковая часть застежки «велкро», а снаружи на другом переднем конце основания размещена петельная часть застежки «велкро» для закрепления стяжки и скрепления концов основания, отличающийся тем, что основание разделено на две симметричные части, а фиксирующая стяжка выполнена в виде двух ремней и пряжки, причем оба конца одного из ремней закреплены на одной части основания, а сам он пропущен через пряжку и кольца, закрепленные на смежных торцевых кромках обеих частей основания, при этом другой ремень одним концом закреплен на другой части основания, а второй его конец пропущен через пряжку и снабжен крючковой частью застежки «велкро» для фиксации на переднем конце основания. ! 2. Корсет по п.1, отличающийся тем, что пряжка выполнена в виде прямоугольной рамки с перемычкой ...

Устройство для лечения и коррекции грудного отдела спины

Полезная модель относится к медицинскому изделию, а именно к устройствам для лечения и коррекции грудного отдела спины. Технический результат полезной модели заключается в расширении функциональных возможностей устройств для коррекции осанки. Технический результат достигается тем, что устройство для лечения и коррекции грудного отдела спины содержит основание, выполненное из дерева с таким весом, который достаточен для оттягивания плеч пользователя назад и вниз, с равномерно закрепленными пластиковыми модулями ипликатора Кузнецова на обращенной к спине пользователя поверхности и регулируемые по длине плечевые лямки. Одна полулямка каждой лямки прикреплена к верхнему краю основания, а вторая полулямка каждой лямки - к нижнему краю основания. Лямки устройства для лечения и коррекции грудного отдела спины могут быть снабжены быстроразъемными застежками и мягкими плечевыми накладками. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ КОРСЕТ

... 1. Ортопедический корсет, содержащий гибкое основание, снабжённое застёжками и, по меньшей мере, двумя вертикальными карманами в области позвоночника, и съёмные рёбра жёсткости, устанавливаемые в каждый карман основания, отличающийся тем, что рёбра жёсткости выполнены, по меньшей мере, из двух частей, соединённых между собой с помощью крепежа и снабжённых в местах соединения фиксаторами.2. Ортопедический корсет по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что крепежи выполнены в виде шарнирных или разъёмных соединений.3. Ортопедический корсет по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что фиксаторы выполнены в виде кембриков.4. Ортопедический корсет по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что основание с установленными в нём рёбрами жёсткости простирается от крестца до шеи и снабжено эластичными лентами, крест-накрест охватывающими туловище пользователя.

Ортопедический по с

ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ АППАРАТ ДЛЯ ПАЦИЕНТОВ СО СПАСТИЧЕСКИМИ ФОРМАМИ ДЕТСКОГО ЦЕРЕБРАЛЬНОГО ПАРАЛИЧА

Ортопедический аппарат для пациентов со спастическими формами детского церебрального паралича (ДЦП) с уровнями глобальных моторных функций GMFCS 3 и GMFCS 4 состоит из жесткого индивидуального корсета (1) на пояснично-крестцовый отдел позвоночника и индивидуальных аппаратов (2) на обе нижние конечности, включающих гильзу (2.1) на бедро, гильзу (2.2) на голень, соединенных между собой посредством замковых шарниров (3), расположенных с медиальной и латеральной стороны конечности, и «башмачок» (2.3) на стопу, соединенный с гильзой на голень ригидна под углом 90°. Соединение жесткого индивидуального корсета (1) с ортопедическими аппаратами (2) на обе нижние конечности осуществляется посредством шин (4), выполненных с изгибами в двух плоскостях, закрепленных на дорзальной поверхности жесткого индивидуального корсета (1) и на верхней трети боковой поверхности ортопедических аппаратов посредством беззамковых шарниров (5) и (6). Крепление и затяжка корсета и ортопедических аппаратов на обе нижние ...

ЭЛАСТИЧНЫЙ КОРСЕТ

Эластичный корсет, содержащий пояса, включающие спинку из эластичного материала с карманами под вкладыши, для воздействия на отдельные участки тела человека и деталь в виде панталон, выполненные за одно целое из трубчатого трикотажа, причем корсет состоит из трех участков - верхнего, нижнего и среднего, выполненных из нерастяжимой и эластомерной нитей, одновременно провязанных в петли, в которых эластомерная нить образует упругий каркас, а размеры нижнего участка меньше размеров тела человека, отличающийся тем, что карман под вкладыши расположен в области поясницы, верхний и нижний участки выполнены переплетением ластик 1+1, средний участок выполнен плюшевым переплетением, а размеры нижнего участка меньше размеров тела человека в 0,8-1,6 раза.

Детский жилет с элементами коррекции осанки

Полезная модель относится к швейной промышленности, а именно к одежде, предназначенной для профилактики нарушений осанки у детей младшего школьного возраста.Детский жилет с элементами коррекции осанки содержит полочки, спинку с вертикальными рельефами, карманы, настроченные по изнаночной стороне полочек и спинки наклонно, и эластичный пояс.На полочках выполнены прорезные петли, на спинке расположены рельефные швы со вставленными упругими пластинами из ригилина. На изнаночную сторону полочек и спинки настрочены наклонные карманы, в которые вставлены эластичные ленты, закрепленные жестко на спинке, выходящие через прорезные петли на лицевую сторону полочек и имеющие на свободных концах регулируемую застежку «велкро», соединяемую со второй частью застежки над прорезными петлями. Эластичный пояс, концы которого соединяются спереди застежкой, прикреплен к полочкам и спинке жилета с помощью навесных петель.

КОМБИНЕЗОН ДЛЯ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ БОЛЬНЫХ ДЕТСКИМ ЦЕРЕБРАЛЬНЫМ ПАРАЛИЧОМ И БОЛЬНЫХ С ПОСЛЕДСТВИЯМИ ЧЕРЕПНО-МОЗГОВОЙ ТРАВМЫ

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ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ КОРСЕТ

Изобретение относится к медицине, а именно к лечению искривления позвоночника - сколиоза. Ортопедический корсет снабжен жестко фиксированной по телу больного задней опорой, на которой в грудной области на расстоянии друг от друга выполнены горизонтальные ребра жесткости, связанные с боковыми планками разъемным соединением с возможностью регулирования усилия прижима на ребра больного, одна из планок, например нижняя, вторым концом зафиксирована на боковой пластине защелкой, а верхняя - на второй боковой пластине и посредством накладки с пружиной жестко закреплена на боковой стойке винтами. Боковые пластины выполнены заодно с боковыми стойками, охватывают ребра больного с двух сторон опорными поверхностями, повернутыми в одну сторону относительно позвоночника, например по часовой стрелке. Задняя опора также связана с верхним пелотом лямками, с нижним - стяжкой, а с боковыми стойками посредством тазовых опор и задних пластин. Технический результат заключается в эффективном лечении сложных ...

КОМПРЕССИОННО-ДИСТРАКЦИОННЫЙ ПОЯС

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СПОСОБ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ МИКРОЦИРКУЛЯТОРНЫХ ПОВРЕЖДЕНИЙ ПРИ ШОКЕ И ЭФФЕКТИВНОСТИ ПРОТИВОШОКОВОГО ЛЕЧЕНИЯ

Изобретение относится к медицине, а именно медицине катастроф, медицине критических состояний, к анестезиологии и реаниматологии, и может быть использовано при шоке. Для этого пациента укладывают в горизонтальное положение лежа на спине, предварительно придав головному концу кровати угол наклона 0°. Определяют пульсацию на симметричных участках верхних конечностей в направлении от проксимального конца конечности к дистальному с помощью ультразвуковой допплерографии. Посредством бесконтактной инфракрасной термометрии определяют подушечку дистальной фаланги с наивысшим температурным показателем. На нижнюю треть плеча накладывают пневматическую манжету, раздувают ее до давления, необходимого для прекращения пульсации, которую определяют с помощью ультразвуковой допплерографии. Через 120 секунд после прекращения кровотока спускают давление в манжете до ноля, контролируют восстановление пульсации с помощью ультразвуковой допплерографии и проводят регистрацию температуры выбранной подушечки дистальной ...

БРЮКИ С ЗАЩИЩАЮЩИМ ПОЯСНИЦУ ПОЯСОМ

Изобретение относится к брюкам (1) с защищающим поясницу поясом. Брюки содержат защищающий поясницу пояс (31, 310), съемно прикрепленный к поясной детали (10) брюк (1), основу (1а) брюк, содержащую растягивающуюся деталь (15), находящуюся в положении, соответствующем поясничной части задней части (3) брюк, и часть (71) регулирования положения, расположенную по существу в центре защищающего поясницу пояса (31, 310) и в положении на задней поверхности поясной детали, соответствующем поясничной части основы (1а) брюк. Часть для регулирования положения выполнена с возможностью регулируемо изменять положение крепления защищающего поясницу пояса (31, 310) в вертикальном направлении относительно основы (1а) брюк. 7 з.п. ф-лы, 29 ил.

СИСТЕМА УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ПЕРЕДВИЖНЫМ ПЕРСОНАЖЕМ

ОРТОПЕДИЧЕСКИЙ КОРСЕТ

Изобретение относится к области медицинской техники. Ортопедический корсет состоит из заднего, грудного и тазового жестких каркасов, соединенных между собой и повторяющих контуры туловища человека. Задний каркас расположен вдоль спины, а грудной и тазовый расположены спереди на уровне таза и грудной клетки. Задний каркас имеет один или более горизонтальных участков высотой не менее 3 см с центральным углом в горизонтальном сечении более 180°. Площадь поверхности грудного или тазового каркаса составляет от 0,5 до 3,5 процента поверхности тела человека. Задний каркас изготовлен из материала с модулем упругости не менее 300 Н/мм2, а грудной или тазовый каркасы - из материала с модулем упругости не менее 200 Н/мм. Изобретение позволяет повысить удобство эксплуатации корсета и обеспечить эффективную фиксацию грудного и/или поясничного отделов позвоночника, а также коррекцию сагиттальной, и/или фронтальной, и/или ротационной деформации позвоночника. 7 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ИСПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОРОНКООБРАЗНОЙ ДЕФОРМАЦИИ ГРУДНОЙ КЛЕТКИ

Изобретение относится к медицине, а именно к устройствам для послеоперационного исправления деформации грудной клетки. Целью изобретения является повышение удобства эксплуатации при одновременном упрощении конструкции, повышение надежности и снижение себестоимости. Для этого устройство выполнено в виде магнитной системы, состоящей из первого основного элемента 1, выполненного из магнитоэласта, представляющего намагниченную пластину, функционально связанного через зазор 2 с вторым основным элементом 3, выполненным из магнитотвердого материала, представляющим профилированную намагниченную пластину, форма нижней поверхности которой соответствует форме исправленной грудной клетки, и связанного с корсетом 8. Кроме того, поставленная цель достигается тем, что величина зазора между основными элементами определяется из соотношения: l=λ•B•S, где B - величина магнитной индукции, S - площадь поперечного сечения, λ- константа. 1 с. и 4 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил.

ФУНКЦИОНАЛЬНО-КОРРИГИРУЮЩИЙ КОРСЕТ МОДУЛЬНОГО ТИПА ДЛЯ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ ИСКРИВЛЕНИЙ ПОЗВОНОЧНИКА

Функционально-корригирующий корсет модульного типа для лечения искривлений позвоночника, содержащий тазовую гильзу и грудную часть с пелотом, отличающийся тем, что грудная часть корсета выполнена из двух модулей-пелотов, каждый из которых спереди соединены лен точным креплением, а с тазовой гильзой-одной или двумя шаровыми шарнирами с раздвижной муфтой и фиксирующими элементами, при этом грудную часть корсета устанавливают в требуемом положении относительно тазовой гильзы, причем коррекцию искривлений позвоночника осуществляют путем удлинения или укорочения раздвижных муфт, а также ротацией модулей-пелотов грудного отдела корсета.

Приспособление для поддержки поясницы

ПОЯС ДЛЯ РАЗГРУЗКИ ПОЗВОНОЧНИКА

Пояс для разгрузки позвоночника, включающий опорный элемент и пояса с застежками из текстильной ворсовой ткани велкро, отличающийся тем, что опорный элемент выполнен в виде искусственного позвоночника, составленного из стержней из материала с малой величиной модуля упругости, концы которых жестко установлены в отверстиях втулок таким образом, что вдоль продольной оси стержни чередуются со втулками, в каждой из которой жестко закреплено ребро с консольными участками, направленными вверх и от оси втулки в вышепоясничной области и вниз и от оси втулки в нижепоясничной области, а в ребрах выполнены прорези, через которые пропущены пояса с застежками из текстильной ворсовой ткани велкро.

Ортопедический аппарат

Изобретение относится к медицине, в частности к лечению сколиоза, спондилоли- етеза поясничного отдела позвоночника. Цель изобретения - улучшение локальной коррекции сколиоза грудной и пояснично- крестцовой областей при уменьшении трав- матичности. Полугильзы аппарата, соединенные посредством подвижных сочленений с двумя штангами 6, 7, снабженными винтовой резьбой и ввернутыми во втулки, выполнены в виде четырех жестких полугильз, повторяющих форму тела и обхватывающих боковую нижнюю и средне- грудную реберную поверхности и надтазовую поверхность с захватом гребней подвздошных частей, при этом каждая полугильза снабжена по крайней мере двумя корригирующими ремнями 2. 3 ил.

Функционально-корригирующий корсет

OPTOПEДИЧECKИЙ KOPCET

Реклинатор-корсет

Реклинатор - корсет предназначен для регулирования обеспечения стабильности корригирующей нагрузки при повышении комфортности лечения путем сокращения площади опорных поверхностей пневмоподушек. Реклинатор-корсет состоит из передних, верхней 1 и нижней 2, а также задней 3 пневмоподушек, соединенных жесткими штангами 4 и гибкими связями - ремнями 6,8,10 регулируемой длины, что позволяет обеспечить размещение устройства на пациентах с разными антропометрическими характеристиками и приложение постоянного по величине реклинирующего воздействия на компремированный позвонок. 4 ил.

Способ лечения неосложненных переломов тел позвонков в нижнегрудном и поясничном отделах

Способ изготовления ортопедических корсетов

СКЕЛЕТИРОВАННЫЙ КОРРЕГИРУЮЩИЙ КОРСЕТ ДЛЯ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ СКОЛИОЗОВ

GEFORMTE ELASTISCHE ORTHOPÄDISCHE VORRICHTUNG

ORTHOPÄDISCHE KNÖCHELSTÜTZE

ANPASSBARE WIRBELSÄULENSTÜTZE

Physical, ergotherapeutic, ergokinetic mattress cushion for disorders of intervertebral discs

The invention proposes a physical mattress cushion in which geometric bodies of an elastic material are applied onto one side. ...

ELEKTRISCHE SPANNVORRICHTUNG FUER ORTHOPAEDISCHE JUSTIERVORRICHTUNGEN.

SPINE IMMOBILIZATION APPARATUS

Clavicula-Bandage

Orthese zur Ruhigstellung der Lendenwirbelsäule

Orthese zur Ruhigstellung der Lendenwirbelsäule, bestehend aus einem Lendenmieder (1) mit mindestens zwei übereinander angebrachten Dorsalpelotten (2, 3) und einer Abdominalpelotte (4), die im oder am Mieder (1) angebracht sind, wobei die Dorsalpelotten (2, 3) durch ein Paar von gelochten Stäben (5) miteinander einstellbar und feststellbar verbunden sind, wobei an den Dorsalpelotten (2, 3) Schnellbefestigungsmittel für die Befestigung an den gelochten Stäben (5) angebracht sind, und wobei die Abdominalpelotte (4) mit den Dorsalpelotten (2, 3) im oder am Rückenteil des Mieders (1) mittels Gurten (8, 9) verbunden sind, welche sich an den Seitenteilen des Mieders (1) gabeln.

CHIRURGISCHES IMPLANTAT ZUM BEGRENZEN DER RELATIVBEWEGUNG VON WIRBELN.

THERAPEUTISCHE VORRICHTUNG FUER DAS HANDGELENK.

Orthotic aid has shoulder-worn twin spring bow terminating in pads for the alleviation of protrusions in the thoracic zone e.g. sternum or rib cage

An orthotic aid (1) for the alleviation of discomfort in the thoracic zone e.g. sternum or rib cage. The orthotic is a shoulder-worn double spring bow (2) terminating at each end in pads (8, 10). The spring clip transmits pressure from the back (B) to the thoracic region (A).

Gerät zum Trainieren der Bauchmuskel in sitzender Position

Mieder zur Beckenkompression

STABILISIERUNGSSPANGE FÜR ORTHESEN, VERFAHREN ZU DEREN HERSTELLUNG SOWIE DIESE ENTHALTENDE ORTHESE

Spange (100) für eine Orthese, die ausgebildet ist, ein Körperteil in dessen Gesamtumfang überwiegend zu umgreifen, wobei die Spange mindestens eine Werkstoffausdünnungsnut (150) aufweist, die die Spange querend in mindestens zwei Spangenabschnitte (110, 120) unterteilt, die sich jeweils über weniger als die Hälfte des Gesamtumfangs des zu umgreifenden Körpers erstrecken, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Werkstoffausdünnungsnut (150) in ihrer Längserstreckung bogenförmig und/oder multiaxial gekrümmt ist und ein Umspringelement zur starren Verbindung dieser Spangenabschnitte (110,120) bildet.

Spine orthosis for e.g. treatment of diseases of lumbar spine, has tension band guided through strap ring, and two flexible bars arranged at fixing part for stiffening orthosis and aligned in longitudinal direction to spinal column

The orthosis has a fixing part (2) and closing parts (3) connected with each other by a tension band. The tension band is guided through a strap ring, which is fastened at the fixing part. Two flexible bars (8) are arranged at the fixing part for stiffening the orthosis. The flexible bars are aligned in a longitudinal direction to a spinal column. The flexible bars include a stiffening unit for additionally stiffening the flexible bars in area by area. The flexible bars are sewn in the orthosis by a textile bag.

AMBULANTE WIRBELSÄULENSTRECKVORRICHTUNG

Geradehalter

MIT VERÄNDERBAREN VERSTÄRKUNGEN AUSGESTATTETE ANPASSBARE KÖRPERSCHUTZVORRICHTUNG

ORTHOPAEDIC APPARATUS FOR TRACTION OF THE SPINAL COLUMN

... 1,249,791. Traction apparatus. G. ZUMAGLINI [trading as OFFICINA MEDICO-ORTOPEDICA DOTT GIOVANNI ZUMAGLINI], 20 Jan., 1970 [23 Jan., 1969], No. 2733/70. Addition to 1,119,904. Heading A5R. Orthopaedic apparatus for effecting traction of the human spine, described in the parent Specification, comprises a tractor structure articulated to the pelvic girdle 1 to permit the patient to bend forward. The lower portion of the tractor structure comprises two arms 31 that are pivotably connected to the pelvic girdle 1 by pins 32, on the ends of the arms, which engage in slots 33 formed in plates 34. The upper ends of the arms 31 are attached to a body an intermediate portion of the tractor structure comprising two plates 36 (and 36') and tubular guides 35 in which are slidable rods 40. The lower and intermediate portions are adjustably locked together by spring-biased teeth 42, engageable in notches (41) on the mutually facing surfaces of the rods 40, Fig. 5 not shown so that the traction exerted ...

Improvements in and connected with Abdominal Supports.

... 25,966. Hesla, S. A. Nov. 21. Clips, lever.-A clip used in an abdominal support consists of a wire frame 23, Fig. 6, a plate 27 attached to this frame by ears 26, and a pivoted plate 28 provided with teeth 30. In a modification shown in Fig. 8, the pivoted plate is provided with two sets of teeth 41, 44 adapted to engage separate webbings.

SPINAL-SKULL FIXATION DEVICE

A SUPPORT FOR A JOINT

An ankle support comprises an open fronted fabric wrapping member (1) having fixed thereto a pair of opposed stiff support elements (9) and fixing straps (3, 5). The support elements each have two legs mutually angled at between 143 DEG and 155 DEG and they are positioned, in use, behind and below the malleolus respectively to support the ankle joint without undue restriction.

Lumbar protector incorporating underwear

A lumbar protector which incorporates a pair of men's underpants 1 (figure 2) or a pair of women's pants 2 (figure 4, not shown) or tights 3 (figure 6, not shown) comprises a closed band 5 which is sewn at 4 to the upper part of a conventional undergarment. The band 5 covers at least the lumbar vertebrae of the wearer and is made from natural textile fibres to provide thermal insulation, and contains at least ten per cent elastomeric polyurethane, rubber or similar fibres to provide elastic support to the lumbar region.

Spinal etc fixation devices

Back support garment

A back support garment comprises a front portion and a back portion 12. The garment further comprises an inflatable pad 16, releasably attached to a selected position along the back of the garment. The pad may be inserted between an outer and inner layer of the garment and attached via a hook and pile type fastener. The pad is inflated or deflated by the wearer via. a bulb and valve arrangement. The garment may further comprise an area of heat reflective material about the lumber region of the wearer, or may extend over the whole garment, thus heat generated by the wearer is reflected back onto their body.

Back pain reduction device

LIMB PROTECTOR

LEG RESTRAINT

Compression brace material with spacer fabric inner layer

The present invention provides a composite material for use in making orthopedic elastic braces for supporting a body part by compression. One embodiment of the invention is a compression brace material (400) having an elastic outer layer (410), a first fabric layer (420), a spacer fabric layer (425), and a second fabric layer (430). The spacer fabric layer permits and promotes airflow laterally through the brace material. The outer layer may have a plurality of slits (550) therethrough to permit and promote airflow transversely through the composite material. The plurality of slits may be arcuate to further improve transverse airflow through the composite brace material.

Adjustable orthopedic back brace

An adjustable orthopedic back brace includes: a first side panel having a distal end and a proximal end; a second side panel having a distal end and a proximal end; a rotating gear in geared communication with a first rack gear, the first rack gear connected to the proximal end of the first side panel, the rotating gear in geared communication with a second rack gear, the second rack gear connected to the proximal end of the second side panel; a mechanical advantage member rotatable with and providing mechanical advantage for the rotating gear; and an actuator connected operably to the mechanical advantage member for turning the member and the rotating gear to cause a translational movement of (i) the first rack gear and the first side panel and (ii) the second rack gear and the second side panel.

Back support belt

A back relief device in the form of a belt for fitting around a person's waist comprises inner and outer layers 10, 11 of material extending between opposite ends of the belt and interconnected around their edges, an inflatable pad 14 disposed between the layers 10,11, intermediate opposite ends of the belt, an inflation tube 16,18 extending from the pad 14, between the layers 10,11 towards one end of the belt, and means 20 for inflating the pad 14 at the free end of the tube 16,18, the tube 16,18 being arranged to extend through an opening 17 at or adjacent the end of the belt during inflation of the pad. The inflation means 14 is preferably removable and the belt may also comprise a layer of thermally reflective material in at least the central portion.

Improvements in or relating to spinal supports

... 909,970. Deformity appliances. PRYOR & HOWARD Ltd. Sept. 16, 1960 [Sept. 21, 1959], No. 32032/59. Class 81 (2). A spinal support comprises vertical resilient slats 1, of e.g. polythene, mounted on nylon straps 3 securable by buckles 6 to a resilient plate 7 which fits over the abdomen and stomach of the wearer, the slats la adjacent to and located one at each side of the spine being wider to act as a spinal support.

CORSET

Support belt

A support belt for the treatment of back injuries comprises a flexible belt 10 secured around a patient's trunk and has a pad which is sufficiently pliable to mould naturally to the shape of the patient's sacro-iliac or lumbo-sacral region at body temperature. The pad is generally shield shaped, is made of a foamed closed-cell cross-linked polyethylene of density 40-110 kg/m<3> and is located in a pocket in the flexible belt. ...

Stay or support

To support a patient's back, for example, against forward bending while allowing it to bend backwards, there is provided a one- way flexible stay or support comprising a spring strip (10) which is free to flex in one direction but which is prevented from flexing in the opposite direction by a number of blocks (18) arranged along one of the side surfaces of the strip (10). ...

SPINAL/SKULL FIXATION DEVICE

SPINAL ETC FIXATION DEVICES

Improvements in Chest Expanders or Body Braces.

... 4805. Skippings, J. E. Feb. 25. Straps and bands. -In chest-expanders of the type formed from a continuous strip of material, the strip forms shoulder straps d, e, passes through a loop or loops h on the horizontal portion g, is crossed and stitched together at the back f, and passes round the waist and is secured in front by a buckle b. Reference has been directed by the Comptroller to Specification 16,451/89.

LEG RESTRAINT

BACKPACK WITH BETTER DISTRIBUTION OF THE BACKPACK WEIGHT ON THE SHOULDERS OF THE CARRIER

PELOTTE IN PARTICULAR FOR BACK SUPPORTING BANDAGES

DEVICE FOR HOLDING A BODY JOINT

KORSETT, IN PARTICULAR TO SKOLIOSEBEHANDLUNG

BELT

PROTECTION FOR SKIN AND OTHER FABRIC AGAINST FRICTION

OSTEOPOROSE ORTHESE

FRAMEWORK FOR A HYPEREXTENSIONSORTHESE

FRAMEWORK FOR A HYPEREXTENSIONSORTHESE

THERAPEUTIC BELT FOR THE ASPECT RATIO AND DECOMPRESSION OF THE SPINAL COLUMN

HARDENABLE ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORTS

FUNCTIONAL LUMBALBANDAGE

LEIBSTUTZ AND HUFTGURTEL

KNIEGELENKORTHESE

MORE SKOLIOSEMIEDER

ARTICLE OF CLOTHING

BACK BELT

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A FLEXIBLE MATERIAL FOR COMPRESSION BANDAGES

FLEXIBLE GLIEDERPELOTTE UND WIRBELSAULENORTHESE MIT EINER SOLCHEN PELOTTE

SPRUNGGELENKORTHESE

MEDICAL PLANT

LOCAL TROUSERS OF THE SPEED DECREASE BY EXTENSION.

WAISTCOAT FOR BACK ATTITUDE.

WIRBELSÄULENZUGGURTUNG

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Zuggurtung aus einem Brustgurt (A) und einem Beckengurt (C), die durch ein System von Bändern (B) miteinander verbunden sind. Diese Zuggurtung schränkt die Bewegungsrichtungen der Wirbelsäule ein und kann als Heilbehelf oder als Trainingseinrichtung verwendet werden.

Treatment device

This invention relates to a treatment device that can be prevented from being displaced from a treatment site. The treatment device accommodates one or more heating elements that generate heat, and is attachable to a treatment site of a patient, the device comprising a body part formed of an inelastic and breathable material, and having one or more storage portions individually storing each heating element; one or more band parts formed of an elastic and breathable material, and attached to the body part; and a fastening means for fastening the one or more band parts wound around the treatment site.

Posture-improving support garment

A posture-improving support garment according to an embodiment of the present invention is one comprising: a main body section 10 covering at least the upper body; and a beltlike straining section 20 having a straining force stronger than that of the main body section 10 , wherein the straining section 20 extends right and left downward from at least any one of the seventh to ninth thoracic vertebrae, passes via lower portions of the right and left ribs, and joins at a center of the lower abdomen, and wherein at the center of the lower abdomen, a center line of the straining section 20 is located between the navel and the upper end of the pubis.

Expansion band with unilateral strain and manufacturing method thereof

An expansion band includes a first layer, a second layer, a shrinking layer for shrinking said first layer and said second layer, a bond line for sealing said first layer and said second layer to form an inner space therein and dividing said inner space into a plurality of air passages which can communicate with each other, a plurality of air passages formed between said first layer and said second layer, and an air nozzle communicate with said air passage.

Spinal Posture Brace

A spinal posture brace having a pair of assemblies, each including main support bar ( 2 ) with main support bar extension ( 3 ) and adjustment mechanism ( 4 ) at its inferior end and superior bar ( 1 ) and adjusting mechanism ( 4 ) at its superior end, with the assemblies being connected by thoracic strap ( 7 ), posterior waist strap ( 8 ), and anterior waste strap ( 9 ). Adjusting buckle ( 6 ) is present on each strap to adjust strap length. Lumbar strap ( 10 ) is present to provide additional support to the spine. Superior bar extension ( 11 ) is present to allow for height adjustment of superior bar ( 1 ).

Orthopedic device for treatment of the back

In an embodiment, an orthopedic device in the form of a lumbar support includes first and second elongate belt members, an anatomically shaped plate, and a closure system connecting the belt members to the plate. The closure system is arranged to move the belt members relative to the plate, and connects to the belt members via a flexible belt attachment which removably secures to the belt members. The closure system includes tensioning elements corresponding to the belt members, and a pulley system connecting to the tensioning elements. The closure system is slidably mounted to the plate and arranged to the belt members relative to the plate between opposed linear directions. The plate has various contours which provide pressure distribution over a lumbar region of a back. Anatomically shaped and resiliently formed handles secure to the tensioning elements and the belt members.

Neuromuscular training device and methods of use

The present invention is directed to a neuromuscular training device and methods of use. The device and methods are useful for enhancing the alignment of the upper torso of a user. The device preferably includes a scapular stabilization brace combined with a waist member anchored to the lower torso. The device is preferably configured specifically to provide scapular retraction and stabilization, while providing static and dynamic neuromuscular training.

BACK BRACE SYSTEM

A back brace for support of a patient's back having a pair of belts that together distract the spine. 1. An orthotic back brace device comprising:a first belt having a first area, and having a first clasp to secure the belt at a first circumference;a second belt having a second area, said second area greater than the first area, and having a closure to secure the belt at a second circumference.2. The back brace of wherein said second circumference is larger than said first circumference.3. The back brace of wherein said first belt includes a back panel claim 1 , a pair of lateral side panels claim 1 , said panels connected to each other forming an outer belt overlying said first belt.4. The back brace of wherein said first and second belt are connected together to allow independent movement with respect to each other.5. The back brace of wherein said first closure includes a mechanical advantage to permit the user to apply force to said first belt. The present case claims the benefit of and incorporates by reference in their entirety several U.S. Provisional Applications viz: 61/488438, filed 2011 May 16 entitled “Back Brace and Method”; 61/411669, filed 2012 Mar. 16 entitled “Enhanced Back Brace”; and 61/622204, filed 2012 Apr. 10 entitled “Adjustable Back Brace”.This invention relates to orthotic back braces for treating a patient's back.There are many back braces available however there is a continuing need to improve these devices to meet patient needs for an adjustable, comfortable device that permits patient motion to promote healing while supporting regions of the patients back and distracting the patient's spine.The primary brace system comprises two overlapping, connected but independent belts or bands. In use these are wrapped around the patient's waist. Once donned the two belts may be tensioned separately. The first inner belt or band defines a waist groove on the patient when it is tightened. Typically the inner belt has low area so that it “digs in” to ...

Highly Adjustable Lumbar Brace

A back brace is designed to custom tit a wearer in a multitude of different configurations. First, the back brace could have a lumbar support that is split into upper and lower sections that are connected to a flexible joint, allowing the lumbar support to bend towards the spine of the user. The lumbar support is also generally split into left and right sections that are drawn towards one another while the joint bends towards the lumbar curve, This allows the back brace to conform to the lumbar curve of the wearer as a custom fit. Second, the brace could have optional extenders that alter the support length, width, and height of lumbar and lateral supports about the wearer. Third, the brace could have reinforcement support mechanisms that alter the rigidity of various lumbar and lateral supports about the wearer. 1. A brace , comprising:a lumbar support configured to provide support to a lumbar area of a wearer;a lateral support coupled to the lumbar support and having a front side facing away from the lumbar support and a rear side facing toward the lumbar support;a fitting belt having a first end portion that includes a connector; andwherein the lateral support includes a set of apertures extending from the front side to the rear side, each of the apertures being sized and dimensioned to allow receipt of the connector to couple the fitting belt to the lateral support.2. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the fitting belt is configured to mate with a second fitting belt to adjust a length of the brace.3. The brace of claim 2 , wherein the second fitting belt includes a second connector claim 2 , and wherein the lateral support further includes a second set of apertures claim 2 , each of which is sized and dimensioned to allow receipt of the second connector.4. The brace of claim 1 , wherein each of the set of apertures comprises a keyhole having first and second widths claim 1 , wherein the first width is wider than the second width.5. The brace of claim 1 , wherein ...

MULTI-STRAP LUMBAR SUPPORT DEVICE

Provided are adjustable, multi-strap lumbar support devices that may be used to provide lumbar and/or belly support for mammals having belly weight. According to non-limiting example embodiments, support or brace devices provided herein may be worn by pregnant women at various stages throughout a woman's pregnancy, and may be adjusted to naturally contour/conform to the woman's anatomy, which changes throughout pregnancy. Also provided herein are methods of preventing and/or reducing back pain in a mammal that include applying the lumbar support to a mammal as directed. Further provided are kits that include at least one multi-strap lumbar support device provided herein, which kit may optionally include instructions for proper application and/or adjustment of the multi-strap, lumbar support device. 1. A lumbar support device comprisingat least one understrap;at least one overstrap; andat least first and second posterior panels, said at least one understrap being attached to said first posterior panel, and said at least one overstrap being attached to said second posterior panel;wherein said first and second posterior panels are adjustably connected to one another; andwherein said at least one understrap and said at least one overstrap are configured to be attachable to one another when said understrap and said overstrap are in a closed position.2. The lumbar support device of claim 1 , wherein said first and second posterior panels are connected to one another with cinch strings.3. The lumbar support device of claim 1 , further comprising an inner lining.4. The lumbar support device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one understrap is detachable from said first posterior panel claim 1 , and said at least one overstrap is detachable from said second posterior panel.5. The lumbar support device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one understrap and the at least one overstrap are attachable to one another by hook and loop fastener.6. The lumbar support device of claim 1 ...

SPINAL ORTHOSIS

A spinal orthosis has an elongate spinal frame defining upper, middle and lower portions, and a lumbar assembly including a lumbar belt connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame. A middle bracket assembly is pivotally connected to the middle portion of the spinal frame, and a strap has a first end secured to the upper portion of the spinal frame. The strap extends from the upper portion of the frame to the middle bracket assembly with the strap redirecting from the middle bracket assembly and the second end of the strap securing to the lumbar belt. 1. A spinal orthosis comprising:an elongate and substantially rigid spinal frame having upper, middle and lower portions;a lumbar assembly including a lumbar belt connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame;a first middle bracket assembly pivotally connected to the middle portion of the spinal frame;a first strap having first and second ends, the first end secured to the upper portion of the spinal frame;wherein the first strap extends from the upper portion of the spinal frame to the first middle bracket assembly, the first strap redirecting from the first middle bracket assembly and the second end of the first strap securing to the lumbar belt.2. The spinal orthosis according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one attachment point mounted to and extending from an end portion of the lumbar belt claim 1 , the second end of the first strap engaging the at least one attachment point.3. The spinal orthosis according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one attachment point includes a first pair of opposed attachment points located on a first end of the lumbar belt.4. The spinal orthosis according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one attachment point includes a second pair of attachment points located on opposed sides of the lumbar belt proximate to the spinal frame relative to the first pair of attachment points.5. The spinal orthosis according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one attachment point ...

ORTHOPAEDIC DEVICE

An orthopaedic device is described. The orthopaedic device has a harness provided with a backpiece portion adapted to be arranged on the back of a user and at least one shoulder strap associated with the backpiece portion and adapted to wrap a respective shoulder of the user. The orthopaedic device also has a support pad adapted to be associated with the at least one shoulder strap and intended to be housed in a respective axillary cavity of the user for keeping the shoulder joint in a preset physiological position. The support pad has a shape matching the shape of the axillary cavity. The orthopaedic device is capable of keeping also the spinal column and the neck in a preset physiological position. 1. An orthopaedic device comprising:a harness provided with a backpiece portion adapted to be arranged on the back of a user,at least one shoulder strap associated with said backpiece portion and adapted to wrap a respective shoulder of the user, anda support pad adapted to be associated with said at least one shoulder strap,wherein the support pad is intended to be housed in a respective axillary cavity of the user for keeping the shoulder joint in a preset physiological position and has a shape matching the shape of the axillary cavity.2. The orthopaedic device according to claim 1 , further comprising a mat element interposed between the support pad and the shoulder strap claim 1 , wherein the support pad is mounted on said mat element.3. The orthopaedic device according to claim 2 , wherein the support pad is removably mounted on the mat element.4. The orthopaedic device according to claim 3 , wherein the support pad is mounted on the mat element through hook-and-loop fastening means.5. The orthopaedic device according to claim 2 , wherein the mat element has a first face intended to be facing the armpit of the user and on which the support pad is mounted claim 2 , and a second face claim 2 , opposite to the first face claim 2 , which is facing the shoulder strap.6. ...

Sensory Motor Stimulation Garment and Method

A garment for stimulation of a wearer's sensory motor system is disclosed. The garment includes a main body portion that includes an anterior portion and a posterior portion and at least one sensory motor stimulation member associated with the main body portion. The garment is configured to be worn over at least a portion of the wearer's torso and is form-fitting when worn by the wearer. The at least one sensory motor stimulation member contacts the wearer's skin when the garment is worn and is fabricated of an elastomeric material that causes the garment to stimulate the cutaneous nerve receptors in the wearer's skin contacted by the at least one sensory motor stimulation member.

LOAD CARRIER FRAME AND SYSTEM

Upper assembly including slot, hole array. Lower assembly conforming to hips. Lower assembly anchoring holes shaped/spaced as array. Lower assembly fastener hole for each slot; fastener hole having same position relative to anchoring holes as slot to array; having horizontal dimension equal to horizontal dimension of corresponding slot. Adjuster plate including anchoring points spaced as array holes. Each anchoring point dimensioned less than corresponding hole so as to fit snugly therein, and projecting a distance equal to thickness of corresponding upper and lower assembly anchoring hole. Forming an adjuster plate fastener hole for each lower assembly fastener hole. Each adjuster plate fastener hole having same position relative to anchoring points as slot to array. Releasable fastener for each lower assembly fastener hole. As assembled, fastener secures adjuster plate to upper and lower assembly such that anchoring points of adjuster plate are positioned through upper assembly and lower assembly anchoring holes. 1. (canceled)2. A load carrier: an upper assembly, forming therein: at least one substantially vertical slot, and an array of upper assembly anchoring holes;', ["shaped substantially to conform to the shape of a user's hips at least from one iliac crest of the user, around the user's back, to at least the other iliac crest of the user; and", a row of lower assembly anchoring holes, the holes within the row of lower assembly anchoring holes spaced substantially the same as the spacing of the holes of a row of the array, and each lower assembly hole substantially the same size and shape as a corresponding hole in a row of the array; and', 'at least one lower assembly fastener hole for each slot, each lower assembly fastener hole having: the same horizontal position relative to the row of lower assembly anchoring holes as the slot has to the array; and having a horizontal dimension substantially equal to the horizontal dimension of the corresponding slot;, " ...

Conformable Back Brace

A conformable brace used for supporting both the abdomen and lower back of a wearer in preventative and treatment applications. The brace includes an abdominal support panel () substantially enclosed within a support envelope (), a lumbar support panel () having a dome-shaped protrusion () that complements the lumbar contour of the user's back, and a belt () that places the abdominal support panel () and the lumbar support panel () in opposed biasing arrangement against the torso of a user. The belt () is associated with the support envelope () and is also inserted though vertical slots () in the lumbar support panel (). The belt () is used for infinitely adjustably selection of the biasing force needed by each user, the support envelope () evenly distributes the tension provided by the belt () across the abdominal support panel () for enhanced user comfort, and a Y-shaped end tab () comprising easily-releasable material helps the belt to remain secure during its use. 1. A conformable back brace , comprising: ["an abdominal support panel having opposed distal portions and configured to conform to at least a portion of a user's abdomen region; and", "a lumbar support panel configured to conform to at least a portion of the user's lumbar region, the lumbar support panel having opposed distal portions and a dome protruding centrally therefrom; and"], 'two substantially rigid support panels comprisinga strapping system having an envelope defining an interior volume configured to envelop at least a portion of the abdominal support member, the envelope also having opposing distal portions, and the strapping system also comprising a belt attached to an exterior portion of the envelope, the belt further configured for secure biasing of the abdominal support panel and the lumbar support panel respectively against the abdominal and lumbar regions of a user;wherein at least one slot is defined in each of the opposed distal portions of the lumbar support panel, the slots also ...

BACK SUPPORT SYSTEM

A back support device including a flexible support adapted to be positioned adjacent a spine of a wearer, the flexible support extending along the spine in an “S” shape. A brace portion is coupled to the flexible support at ends of the flexible support, and is adapted to force the spring portion toward the spine as a wearer bends. 1. A back support device comprising:a flexible support adapted to be positioned adjacent a spine of a wearer, the flexible support extending along the spine in an “S” shape; anda brace portion coupled to the flexible support at ends of the flexible support, adapted to force the spring portion toward the spine as a wearer bends.2. The back support device of and further comprising an adjustable tension wire positioned to extend around a wearer and tighten the brace portion against the flexible support portion.3. The back support device of wherein the adjustable tension wire further includes a tension adjusting control coupled to the wire to releasable tighten the tension wire.4. The back support device of wherein the adjustable tension wire is coupled to a laminated shield to reside between the wire and a body of a wearer to spread force from the wire over a portion of the body wider than the width of the wire.5. The back support device of wherein the brace portion contains an opening claim 2 , and wherein the adjustable tension wire forms a serpentine path about the garment.6. The back support device of wherein the adjustable tension wire is coupled to the brace portion about a portion of the brace portion proximate a lower back portion of a wearer.7. The back support device of and further comprising an upper adjustable tension wire coupled to the brace portion about an upper portion of the brace portion.8. The back support device of and further comprising a garment portion disposed between the flexible support portion and the brace portion.9. The back support device of and further comprising a clamp positioned about a lower end of the ...

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT SUSPENSION SYSTEM WITH ACTIVE LUMBAR SUPPORT

A personal equipment suspension system with active support to the lumbar region includes a belt to surround the user's waist and a frame supported on the belt with a resilient membrane of synthetic elastomeric crystalline material in tension on the frame to be interposed between the belt and the user. The frame includes spaced ends and the membrane is a lattice in tension between the spaced ends. In one embodiment, the system is a support belt. In another, it is load bearing such as a backpack configuration. In another, it includes stanchions to support a body armor vest. 1. A personal equipment suspension system comprising:a belt to be worn by a user in surrounding relation to the waist, said active lumbar support mechanism comprising a frame supported on said belt, and', 'a membrane of resilient elastic material held in tension on said frame., 'an active lumbar support mechanism connected to said belt for positioning in association with the lumbar region of the user,'}2. A personal equipment suspension system as claimed in wherein said resilient membrane is a synthetic crystalline elastomeric material.3. A personal equipment support system as claimed in wherein said membrane is sized and arranged to overlie a user's lumbar region on attachment of said belt to the user's waist.4. A personal equipment suspension system as claimed in wherein said frame includes spaced attachment terminals and said resilient membrane comprises a lattice of resilient strips connected to said spaced attachment terminals in tension between said attachment terminals.5. A personal equipment suspension system as claimed in wherein said frame includes at least one tubular member claim 4 , said attachment terminals are positioned at opposite ends of said at least one tubular member.6. A personal equipment suspension system as claimed in wherein said belt extends through said lattice adjacent said attachment terminals.7. A personal equipment suspension system as claimed in wherein said belt ...

ORTHOSIS AND ORTHOTIC METHODS FOR APPLYING LOCALIZED FORCE TO A WEARER'S BACK

An back orthosis includes a lumbar panel, a support and a pair of cinching systems between corresponding sides of the lumbar panel and the support. The lumbar panel is configured to be positioned over a portion of the back of an individual's torso (e.g., over a portion of the individual's spine, etc.) and to apply localized or focused pressure to a portion of the back. The support is configured to extend over at least a portion of the front side of the torso and to be anchored by the front side. In addition, the support may include a pair of anchors that are configured to be positioned over lateral locations on the back. Each cinching system includes one or more cords and a system of rollers, or pulleys, with a set of rollers being associated with each outer edge of the support and another set of rollers being associated with each lateral edge of the lumbar panel. The rollers may be oriented non-horizontally and, along with their corresponding cord(s), may be configured maximize the amount of leverage that may be achieved with each cinching system and, thus, maximize the amount of force that the lumbar support may apply to the back. 1. A back orthosis , comprising:a pair of rear anchors, each rear anchor of the pair being configured to be oriented substantially vertically and positioned over and secured against a lateral location on a back of a torso of a subject, the pair of independent rear anchors being configured to be positioned over and secured against lateral locations on opposite sides of and laterally spaced apart from a spine of the back;a lumbar support positioned between the pair of independent rear anchors and oriented to be positioned over and secured against the spine to apply focused pressure along the spine while applying substantially no pressure to elongated locations of the back oriented substantially parallel to and located laterally adjacent to opposite sides of the spine; and being associated with a rear anchor and an adjacent lateral portion ...

LUMBAR SUPPORT BELT

A lumbar support belt has a dorsal plate, first and second half-belts, and a device for adjusting the pressure exerted by the belt on the dorsolumbar region of the patient. The dorsal plate has lateral extensions including a lower edge shaped to bear against the patient's iliac crests. The device includes first and second tightening straps secured to a distal end of a respective half-belt and received through a respective second free buckle. The first and second tightening straps are intended to be stacked on the lateral extensions of the plate against the patient's lumbar-abdominal region. 16-. (canceled)7. A lumbar support belt , comprising:a dorsal plate arranged to bear against a patient's dorsal-lumbar area;first and second half-belts arranged to bear against the patient's lumbar-abdominal area, said first and second half-belts slidingly mounted with the plate, the dorsal plate including lateral extensions having a lower edge configured to bear against the patient's iliac crests; and first buckles fastened on the proximal ends of the first and second half-belts;', 'second buckles free with respect to the proximal ends of the first and second half-belts;', 'a dorsal strap received through said buckles forming a zigzag mesh; and', "first and second tightening straps fastened on a distal end of a respective one of first and second half-belts, and received through a respective one of the second free buckles, the first and second tightening arranged to be superimposed on the lateral extensions of the plate against the patient's lumbar-abdominal area."], "a device for adjusting a pressure exerted by the belt on the patient's dorsal-lumbar area, said device including:"}8. The lumbar support belt according to claim 7 , wherein the plate includes a central opening for freeing the patient's posterior processes claim 7 , the majority of said central opening extending along an axis designed to be positioned in the sagittal plane of the patient.9. The lumbar support belt ...

Orthotic lumbar support belt

The present invention relates to an orthotic lumbar support garment intended to be worn under a patient's clothing and affixed around the abdomen of the patient generally positioned above the patient's hips. The orthotic lumbar support garment of the present invention is in the form of a belt-like apparatus which is configured to prevent, restrict or reduce the motions which would aggravate various spinal conditions existing in a patient, such as spondylolithesis (LS), spondylosis, or a slipped disk condition, by applying lateral pressure to the spine from the abdomen through conformable chambers disposed on the belt adjacent the patient's abdomen.

SPINAL ORTHOSIS

A spinal orthosis has an elongate and substantially rigid spinal frame having upper, middle and lower portions, and a lumbar assembly connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame. A strap assembly secures to an upper portion of the spinal frame and is adjustably secured to the lumbar assembly. An elastic strap has a first end secured to the spinal frame and a second end adjustably securing to the lumbar assembly. 1. A spinal orthosis comprising:an elongate and substantially rigid spinal frame having upper, middle and lower portions, and having first and second lateral sides;a lumbar assembly connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame;a strap assembly secured to the upper portion of the spinal frame and adjustably securing to the lumbar assembly; andan elastic strap having a first end secured to the spinal frame and a second end adjustably securing to the lumbar assembly.2. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , wherein the strap assembly includes a first strap segment extending from the upper portion of the spinal frame to a first middle bracket assembly located at the middle portion of the spinal orthosis claim 1 , and a second strap segment directed from the first middle bracket assembly and securing to the lumbar assembly.3. The spinal orthosis of claim 2 , wherein the lumbar assembly has first and second belt members extending from the first and second lateral sides of the spinal frame claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , the first strap segment extends from the upper portion of the spinal frame at the first side and the second strap segment secures to the first belt member.4. The spinal orthosis of claim 3 , wherein the elastic strap extends from the upper portion of the spinal frame and secures to the second belt member.5. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , further comprising at least one strap guide connected to the spinal frame claim 1 , the elastic strap extending through the strap guide and directed toward the lumbar assembly.6. The spinal orthosis of ...

Apparatuses And Methods For The Prevention Of Bodily Injuries

Apparatuses and methods for the prevention of bodily injuries through active monitoring of bodily postures, supporting a body while in or restricting a body from entering predetermined postures which heighten the body's susceptibility to injury, and alerting one or more entities (e.g., an apparatus user) of a body's susceptibility to injury is disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the method may include one or more operations including monitoring one or more bodily postures and/or bodily movements, storing data associated with bodily postures and/or bodily movements, determining a risk of injury associated with bodily postures and/or bodily movements, and alerting one or more entities when a risk of injury associated with bodily postures and/or bodily movements reaches a predetermined level. 1. A method for the prevention of bodily injuries , comprising:supporting a body while in or restricting the body from entering predetermined positions;monitoring bodily position;determining a risk of injury associated with bodily position;comparing the risk with a threshold level; andalerting one or more entities of the body's past, current, or expected future susceptibility to injury based on bodily position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:transmitting data associated with bodily position to a data storage medium.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:tracking GPS coordinates;transmitting GPS coordinates to a data storage medium; anddetermining a position of the body from the GPS coordinates.4. A method for the prevention of bodily injuries claim 1 , comprising:supporting a body while in or restricting the body from entering predetermined positions;monitoring bodily position;determining a risk of injury associated with bodily position;storing data associated with bodily position; andtransmitting data associated with bodily position to a data storage medium.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising:tracking GPS coordinates;transmitting GPS coordinates to ...

SACROILIAC BELT AND COMPOSITE STRUCTURE

A sacroiliac belt with a non-elastic inner belt to wrap around the user's hips and an elastic outer belt to wrap from the back to opposite sides of the inner belt. Non-cinchable hook and loop fastener construction is used to secure the inner and outer belts in position. The inner belt includes an inside elastomeric foam layer with open-cell frictional gripping surface, a non-elastic outside layer of loop material, and a hook tab for engaging the loop material to close the belt. The inner belt may be established with a non-elastic composite foam-fabric structure comprising a bi-laminate of the foam and elastic fabric, and a strip of loop material secured lengthwise onto the fabric side of the bi-laminate. The outer belt includes an elastic strip and hook tabs for connecting to the strip of loop material. The non-elastic composite foam-fabric may be used in other orthopedic braces and supports. 121-. (canceled)22. A non-elastic foam-fabric composite band for use in orthopedic braces and supports comprising:a) a first layer of an elastomeric composition;b) a second layer secure to the first layer, the second layer being a strip of lengthwise non-stretchable loop material of hook and loop fastener construction secured along the length of the first layer, the first layer extending widthwise beyond the second layer to establish a lengthwise cushion over the edges of the second layer; andc) a hook tab of hook and loop fastener construction secured proximate one end of the second layer.23. The composite band as defined in in which the hook tabs are positioned for connecting to the second layer in a non-cinchable fastening arrangement.24. The composite band as defined in claim 22 , wherein attachment of the second layer to the first layer renders the first layer lengthwise non-stretchable.25. The composite band as defined in in which the lengthwise cushions extend only a portion of the length of the second layer.26. The composite band as defined in in which the second layer ...

Posture and Lifting Orthotic

The present invention describes an orthotic back brace. The device comprises a shoulder posture strap that is attached to a system of pulleys. The pulley system tightens straps around the shoulders of the user when the user leans forward, thereby preventing this form of motion, and instead making the user bend at the knees. The device can be utilized to prevent back injuries, to support the back, and promote proper posture, which can cut down on back related injuries in the workplace. 1) An orthotic back bracing assembly designed to be adjustably fit around the user , the back brace comprising:an upper body assembly, a lower strap assembly, and a waist belt;a pulley assembly located on opposing sides of said waist belt;said upper body assembly connected to said lower strap assembly;said lower strap assembly rotatably connected to said waist belt via said pulley assembly.2) An orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein the upper body assembly comprises a central chest strap and upper shoulder straps.3) An orthotic device according to claim 2 , wherein the upper shoulder straps are adjustable in length.4) An orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein said waist belt is adjustable in length.5) An orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein said pulley assembly comprises a housing having a freely spinning pulley wheel therein for supporting said lower strap assembly.6) An orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein said pulley assembly is adapted to be rotatable in response to the upper body movement of the user.7) An orthotic device according to claim 6 , wherein said pulley assembly applies a restrictive force only in response to upper body movement of the user.8) An orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein said lower waist belt is designed to be releasably attached to the user. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/700,669 filed on Sep. 13, 2012, entitled “Posture Mechanics”. The above identified patent ...

PANEL ATTACHMENT AND CIRCUMFERENCE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEMS FOR AN ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE

A spinal orthosis includes posterior panels arranged with a flat spinal curvature to create a reverse three-point pressure system to the spine. The reverse three-point pressure system relieves pressure on the posterior side of the vertebrae beneficial for certain indications. Various arrangements allow for securing the posterior panel to the spinal orthosis. The spinal orthosis includes a belt member length adjustment system including belt members having end portions reducible in length and a belt panel adapted to secure to the end portion of the belt member reduced in length to form at least in part a belt circumference of the spinal orthosis. 1. A spinal orthosis arranged for securing at least about a spinal area of a wearer , the spinal orthosis including first and second belt members , and a compression system connecting to the first and second belt members , a cover extends over at least part of the compression system , the spinal orthosis comprising:a posterior panel defining at least one opening;at least one strap engaging the posterior panel at the at least one opening;wherein the at least one strap is arranged to secure to the cover and the posterior panel.2. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , further comprising a back plate securing to the compression system claim 1 , the cover extending over the back plate.3. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , wherein the posterior panel is flexible prior to placement against a wearer's back claim 1 , the posterior panel being flexible in flexion or extension around a spinal area of the wearer.4. The spinal orthosis of claim 3 , wherein the posterior panel is arranged to become semi-rigid or rigid when the posterior panel is placed against a spinal area of the wearer.5. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , wherein the compression system is arranged to draw the posterior panel firmly against a spinal area of a wearer and to conform to the anatomy of the wearer claim 1 , the posterior panel configured to become semi-rigid or rigid ...

Hyperextension Brace

A posture correction brace for a person has a tightening mechanism that allows a user to pull a cord to pull down on the back of a pair of shoulder straps, thereby pulling the shoulders back to correct the person's posture. The front ends of the shoulder straps are typically also attached to the back of the wearer, to help the posture correction brace pull the shoulders back as the shoulder straps tighten. 1. A posture correction brace for a person , comprising:a pair of shoulder straps;a pull cord that inferiorly adjusts a posterior portion of each of the pair of shoulder straps along the person's back when the cord is pulled; anda biasing element configured to bias the pair of shoulder straps superiorly with respect to the person.2. The brace of claim 1 , further comprising a belt that extends around the person.3. The brace of claim 2 , wherein the pull cord extends from the belt.4. The brace of claim 2 , further comprising a second pull cord that tightens the belt around the person.5. The brace of claim 4 , further comprising a pulley system that tightens the belt around a lumbar region of the person.6. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the pull cord adjusts the posterior portion of each of the pair of shoulder straps through a slider that rides along a rail.7. The brace of claim 6 , wherein the slider comprises a base and an adjustable extender.8. The brace of claim 1 , further comprising a chest strap that pulls an anterior portion of each of the pair of shoulder straps towards one another.9. The brace of claim 2 , further comprising a pull-tab coupled with the pull cord claim 2 , wherein the pull-tab is attachable to the belt using a hook and loop fastener.10. The brace of claim 2 , wherein an anterior portion of each of the pair of shoulder straps couples to a posterior portion of the belt.11. The brace of claim 1 , wherein a length of at least one of the pair of shoulder straps is adjustable.12. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the pull cord is threaded ...

A MODULAR SUPPORTIVE SPINAL BRACE

A supportive spinal brace easily configurable to support disabled or injured and various chosen postures. The spinal brace comprises a plurality of rotatably interlocking components (). The rotatably interlocking components are able to interlock together line at various user configurable rotational offsets to form a user configurable supportive undulation along the length of the brace. In an embodiment, the rotatably interlocking components define portions which interlock together at medial side () thereof and at lateral sides () thereof with laterally adjacent plates (), thereby supporting each interlocking portion at both medial and lateral sides thereof for enhanced structural integrity of the brace. 1. A supportive spinal brace comprising: a superior rotatable interlock portion defining a medially facing interlock; and', 'an inferior rotatable interlock portion defining an oppositely located and oppositely handed medially facing interlock and wherein:, 'a plurality of rotatably interlocking components, each definingrespective medially facing interlocks of adjacent interlocking components are able to interlock together at user configurable rotational offsets to form a user configurable undulating supportive surface long a length of the brace.2. A supportive spinal brace as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rotatable interlock portions each further define a laterally facing interlock and wherein the brace further comprises a plurality of lateral interlock components having a lateral plate claim 1 , the lateral plate having a pair of medially facing interlocks which interlock between laterally facing interlocks of adjacent interlocking components.3. A supportive spinal brace as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each interlock portion comprises a convex cylindrical end profile having a radius and an opposite concave cylindrical end profile of the same radius for rotational articulation between corresponding convex and concave cylindrical end profiles of adjacent rotatably ...

SPINAL ORTHOSIS, KIT AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME

A spinal orthosis includes a rear panel, and first and second belt members securing to the rear panel. The first and second belt members each define a first end secured to a first side of the rear panel and a second end having a foldable portion adapted to fold over a first surface of the first and second belt members and secure to the first surface to reduce a length of the first and second belt members. First and second front closures are secured to the second ends of the first and second belt members, respectively, and arranged for removably securing to one another to form a continuously circumferential loop with the rear panel and the first and second belt members. A kit or method may be provided for sizing the belt members with a sizing device for forming a predetermined distance between the first and second belt members. 1. A spinal orthosis , comprising:a rear panel having first and second sides;a first belt member having a first end secured to the first side of the rear panel and a second end at an opposite side of the first end;a second belt member having a first end secured to the second side of the rear panel and a second end at an opposite side of the first end;first and second front closures are removably securable to the second ends of the first and second belt members, respectively, and arranged for removably securing to one another to form a continuously circumferential loop with the rear panel and the first and second belt members.2. The spinal orthosis of claim 1 , wherein the first front closure has upper and lower clamping portions separated from one another and located on a same side of the first front closure claim 1 , the upper and lower clamping portions arranged to secure to a same surface of the first belt member.3. The spinal orthosis of claim 2 , wherein the first front closure has a central clamping portion spaced apart by folding portions from the upper and lower clamping portions such that the upper and lower clamping portions are ...

WEARABLE DEVICES FOR PROTECTING AGAINST MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURIES AND ENHANCING PERFORMANCE

Wearable devices protect against musculoskeletal injuries and enhance performance. Systems and methods provide wearable devices to assist with human motion during physical activities, such as performing movements (e.g., lifting) and holding static poses (e.g., crouching, or holding a tool while working overhead). Materials, constructions, and system architectures allow the wearable devices to be worn over, under, or integrated into clothing for extended periods of time to improve performance or reduce risk of injury. Sensors may be included in the wearable devices to detect various activities, motions, and postures of the wearer, and various active and semi-active controls approaches may leverage sensor information to provide tailored assistance to individual users. Various controls optimization techniques ensure the wearable devices operate at peak efficiency. 159-. (canceled)60. A wearable device , comprising:a first anchor configured for positioning on an upper body of a person wearing the wearable device;a second anchor configured for positioning on a first leg of the person wearing the wearable device;a third anchor configured for positioning on a second leg of the person wearing the wearable device; andat least one actuator coupling the first anchor to second anchor, wherein actuation of the at least one actuator generates a tensile force in the wearable device for generating a moment about one or more joints of the person, the wearable device configured to balance a tensile force distributed from the at least one actuator to the first leg and the second leg of the person wearing the wearable device.61. The wearable device of claim 60 , wherein the one or more joints of the person comprise at least one selected from the group of: (i) one or more hip joints claim 60 , and (ii) one or more back joints.62. The wearable device of claim 60 , further comprising at least one semi-rigid component extending between the first anchor and the second anchor claim 60 , ...

TRUNK SUPPORTING EXOSKELETON AND METHOD OF USE

An exoskeleton includes two torque generators, two thigh links, and a supporting trunk rotatably coupled to the thigh links. When a wearer bends forward in the sagittal plane such that the supporting trunk extends beyond a predetermined angle A with respect to vertical, at least one of the torque generators imposes a resisting torque between the supporting trunk and a corresponding thigh link, thus imposing a force onto a wearer's trunk and thighs to aid in supporting the wearer in a bent position. The exoskeleton may include an active or passive means for actuating the generators. When the supporting trunk does not extend beyond the predetermined angle A, the torque generators do not impose resisting torques between the supporting trunk and the thigh links during the entire range of motion of the thigh links, thus enabling a wearer to walk, run and sit without constraint while in an upright position. 1. A trunk supporting exoskeleton configured to be worn by a person to reduce muscle forces in a back of the person during forward bending , the trunk supporting exoskeleton comprising:a supporting trunk configured to be coupled to a trunk of the person;first and second thigh links rotatably coupled to the supporting trunk and configured to move in unison with thighs of the person; and when the person bends forward in a sagittal plane, at least one of the first and second torque generators imposes a resisting torque between the supporting trunk and at least one of the first and second thigh links, and', 'when the person does not bend forward, the first and second torque generators impose no resisting torques between the supporting trunk and the first and second thigh links through an entire range of motion of the first and second thigh links., 'first and second torque generators, wherein2. The trunk supporting exoskeleton of claim 1 , wherein the supporting trunk comprises:a human interface configured to be coupled to the trunk of the person; and 'wherein the frame is ...

KINEMATIC BRA FOR POSTURE RECOVERY AND THORACIC MOBILITY

A therapeutic posture correcting and chest expanding bra invention for improving posture and thoracic mobility, including a method of manufacture thereof in the posture recovery, chest expansion, shoulder and spine muscle rehabilitation, occupation risk prevention, anti-aging posture training and athletic enhancement space. A bra that is uniquely designed, manufactured and fabric woven to improve scapular kinematics and spinal biomechanics, and overall proprioceptive posture rebalance, correction and comfort that allows for breathability, functionality, range of motion, and a fashionable nature. The kinematic bra is uniquely designed and narrows the distance between the scapulae with proprioceptive shoulder muscle relaxation and spinal muscle activation, and, secondarily, allows for chest expansion to provide better breathing and overall improvement of women's health and wellness. 1. A posture correcting bra comprising:a front panel and a rear panel, wherein said front panel and rear panel have an elasticity value E1;a chest band provided along a bottom of said front panel and said rear panel, wherein said chest band has an elasticity value E2;a left shoulder strap connecting said front panel to said rear panel, said left shoulder strap comprising a left posterior portion having an elasticity value E3;a right shoulder strap connecting said front panel to said rear panel, said right shoulder strap comprising a right posterior portion having an elasticity value E3;an elastic strap having an elasticity value E4 and connecting said left posterior portion of said left shoulder strap and right posterior portion of said right shoulder strap, said elastic strap comprising a top and a bottom surface that are substantially parallel and a left and a right surface that are substantially parallel, wherein said left surface is entirely connected to said left posterior portion and said right surface is entirely connected to said right posterior portion, anda gap formed between ...

HUNCHBACK ORTHOSIS

The invention provides a wearing assembly for wearing on a user's shoulders, and a reminder device for generating vibrations or sounds to remind the user to adjust his/her current body posture. When the user is in a hunchback posture, the width of the user's back increases to exert enough outward pulling force on the reminder device and triggers vibrations or sounds. The wearing assembly includes two connecting belts and two shoulder wear pieces. The reminder device includes a casing, a fixed fastener, a movable fastener, a first guide member, a second guide member, a first contact end, a counting module, and a microswitch. When the first contact end moves and contacts the microswitch, the microswitch will enter a conductive state, so that the casing will produce vibrations or sounds. The counting module is used to accumulate the number of times the microswitch is contacted within a period of time. 1. A hunchback orthosis , including: ["two connecting belts, wherein when the user wears the wearing assembly on the shoulders, the two connecting belts are disposed along a direction which is perpendicular to the user's spine;", "two shoulder wear pieces respectively connected to the two connecting belts, and the two shoulder wear pieces being for fastening on the user's shoulders;"], 'a wearing assembly for wearing on shoulders of a user, including a casing;', 'a fixed fastener located on one side of the casing and connected to one of the two connecting belts which pulls the fixed fastener without causing any relative movement between the fixed fastener and the casing;', 'a movable fastener located on an opposite side of the casing and connected to another of the two connecting belts which pulls and accordingly moves the movable fastener relative to the casing;', 'a first guide member fixed on one end of the movable fastener and passing through a side wall of the casing;', 'a second guide member fixed to another end of the movable fastener, and passing through the side ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CORRECTING POSTURE

A device to promote proper spinal alignment during an exercise having a lightweight, rigid bar inserted into a sheath formed on the outside of a support, such as a vest, which secures the bar to the user. The bar extends from the top of the support, reaching from the bottom of the spine up to the back of the user's head. The vest allows for the bar to be held against the user's body while leaving the head free to move. The device can be worn while stationary or moving, including during physical activities, and more particularly during exercises. The device provides tactile information of proper spinal alignment during an activity, so that alignment can be corrected and proper alignment can be learned in order to reduce the risk of injury. 1. A device for correcting a posture of a user during exercise , the device comprising: i) a body, defined by a front side, a back side opposite the front side, a top side adjacent to the front side and the back side, and a bottom side opposite the top side and adjacent to the front side and the back side, the body defining a sagittal plane dividing the front side and back side equally into a left side and a right side, the front side comprising a fastener, a left body panel, and a right body panel, wherein the left body panel and the right body panel are configured to cover an upper torso of a user from a neckline of a user to a waistline of the user,', 'ii) a sheath, positioned on the back side along the sagittal plane extending from the top side to the bottom side, wherein the sheath defines a top opening along the top side, and a bottom opening along the bottom side, the sheath having a height of about 25 inches to about 33 inches, and', 'iii) a reinforcement strap across the sheath at the top side; and, 'a) a support, wherein the support comprises'} i) a planar shaft having a flat anterior surface, a flat posterior surface opposite the flat anterior surface, a first side adjacent to the flat anterior surface and the flat ...

Just Correct Alignment (JCA) Device

The present invention provides a device that provides relief for lower back pain and corrects bad posture. The back brace device comprises a plurality of belts having a rear side, a front side, and a first end removably securable to a second end. The rear side of at least one of the belts has an inflatable bladder that is controlled by an air pump. The device further comprises having a heating element and a vibration mechanism that can be turned on or off as desired by the user. The present invention is used by placing the belt around the waist of the user and securing the first and second ends to one another via one or more suitable fasteners. The bladder is then inflated in order to provide support to the back of the user. 1. A back brace device comprising:a plurality of belts having a front side, a rear side, a first end and a second end with a fastening means that connect the first end and second end together with a plurality of bladders positioned along the length of rear side of one or more of the belts.2. A back brace device according to comprising:having the bladders being tubes.3. A back brace device according to comprising:having an air pump to inflate the bladders with air.4. A back brace device according to comprising:having an pressure sensor to measure the pressure of the bladders.5. A back brace device according to comprising:having the pressure sensor activate the air pump to pump air into the bladders when the air pressure is lower than a set pressure.6. A back brace device according to comprising:where the set pressure can be set by a user.7. A back brace device according to comprising:having the air pump located within belt.8. A back brace device according to comprising:having the length belt be adjustable.9. A back brace device according to comprising:where the belts are attached to form a loop configuration around a body's lumber and coccyx region.10. A back brace device according to comprising:having a control circuit and a power source.11. A ...

Portable, HANDS-FREE, PRE-CALIBRATED and WEARABLE Laser brace/wrap type clinical-strength medical device/apparatus, with embedded Low-Level-Laser-Therapy (LLLT), providing for a new method/modality for Pain relief in the form of orthopedic LASERWRAPS, from joint related musculoskeletal pain caused by joint related illnesses including - TENNIS ELBOW, CARPEL-TUNNEL, ARTHRITIS, OSTEOPEROSIS, PLANTAR FASCITIS, TENDONITIS (BACK PAIN, KNEE TENDONITIS, HAND TENDONITIS, ACHILLES TENDONITIS), SPORT INJURIES & BURSITIS

WEARABLE, PRE-CALIBRATED & HANDS-FREE CLINICAL-STRENGTH medical device/s for JOINT PAIN RELIEF using a sports/orthopedic brace/wrap (for Wrist, Knee, Elbow, Neck & Shoulder, Ankle & Foot & Back) embedded with therapeutic Low Level Laser therapy (LLLT) based red light (infrared and near infrared) technology. —A convenient PORTABLE device for pain relief from joint related musculoskeletal pain caused by illnesses including—TENDONITIS (BACK PAIN, KNEE TENDONITIS, HAND TENDONITIS, ACHILLES TENDONITIS) TENNIS ELBOW, CARPEL-TUNNEL, ARTHRITIS, OSTEOPEROSIS, PLANTAR FASCITIS, TISSUE HEALING from SPORTS INJURIES AND BURSITIS, and as an non-invasive alternative to NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs) 1. A portable medical device , comprising:a plurality of battery powered low level laser therapy (LLLT) laser diodes embedded within a wrap and positionable around an orthopedic joint in a patient, wherein the diodes are able to:generate a pre-calibrated radiation dosage of a laser-light created by the laser diodes into the joint and at a penetration depth that are recommended by clinicians for treating the joint and/or a clinical disorder;apply a treatment of the radiation to a portion of at least one of a wrist, a knee, a back, an elbow, a neck & shoulder, and an ankle/foot joint corresponding to the placement of the brace;reduce a pain and an inflammation caused by at least one of a disease associated with a degradation of a joint or sports related injuries in the at least one of wrist, knee, back, elbow, neck/shoulder, and ankle/foot; andwherein the medical device comprises the laser diodes embedded within at least one of a glove, a knee brace, a back brace, an elbow-brace, a neck/shoulder-brace, and an ankle/foot brace.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the laser diodes comprise light emitting (LED) claim 1 , or vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser diodes (VCSEL) claim 1 , pre-calibrated to emit a dosage specific to a joint and/or a type of medical disorder.3. ...

ADJUSTABLE BACK SUPPORT DEVICE

Back support devices for use in supporting a lower back region of an individual in a seated position are disclosed. The back support device can include a flexible, double-ended back support member adapted to provide lumbar support to the user's lower back, and a number of elastic knee straps extending from the ends of the back support member each forming a loop that can be attached to the user's knee when in a seated position. The back support device can be equipped with adjustment mechanisms for adjusting the length of the elastic knee straps and/or the length of the back support member. The back support member may further define an interior pouch that can be configured to receive a thermal pack, vibration element and/or other therapeutic device, and which can be used to store the back support device when not in use.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RELIEVING AND PREVENTING EXCESSIVE BACK AND JOINT DISCOMFORT, POOR POSTURE, AND LACK OF ENERGY

A posture alignment system improves posture by posture modification and spinal alignment. A back plate for positioning along a user's back provides a rigid structural foundation from approximately the user's head down vertically to at least to the user's hip region. A separation plate hingedly couples to the posture alignment system. A spinal mold mechanism includes a spinal mold positioned on the spinal mold plate and has a length equal to at least approximately the length of the user's spine for interfacing and providing posture modifying support and alignment force to the user's spine. The spinal mold includes posture alignment guide rails for guiding posture modification and spinal alignment according to a posture alignment goal. A pneumatic force generating mechanism controllably generates pneumatic force for forcibly and controllably interfacing the spinal mold mechanism and the neck aligning mechanism with the user's spine and neck, and, thereby guide posture modification and spinal alignment of the user according to the posture alignment goal. 1. A posture alignment system for improving the posture of a user by posture modification and spinal alignment according to a predetermined posture alignment goal , comprising:a back plate for positioning said posture alignment system along a user's back and in alignment with the spine when the user is standing, said back plate providing a rigid structural foundation extending from approximately the user's head down vertically to at least to the user's hip region;a separation plate hingedly coupled to said posture alignment system at a position near the user's hip region when positioning said posture alignment system along the user's back, said separation plate having a length approximately the length of said back plate and positionable in parallel with said back plate and further for forming a first variable wedge space from said back plate upon being pivoted at said hinged coupling;{'b': 20', '20', '20, 'claim-text': ...

ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE

An orthopedic device for supporting a lower back of a user includes a mechanical energy store, a pelvic element, an upper body element with a first force transmission element and an upper leg element with a second force transmission element. The upper leg element is arranged on the pelvic element such that it can be swivelled about a first swivel axis, the upper body element is movably arranged relative to the pelvic element, the first force transmission element can be engaged and disengaged with the second force transmission element by moving the upper body element relative to the pelvic element, and the mechanical energy store can be charged and discharged by swivelling the upper leg element relative to the upper body element when the first force transmission element is engaged with the second force transmission element. 1. An orthopedic device for supporting a lower back of a user , the device comprising:a mechanical energy store;a pelvic element;an upper body element with a first force transmission element; andan upper leg element with a second force transmission element; the upper leg element is arranged on the pelvic element such that it the upper leg element can be swiveled about a first swivel axis,', 'the upper body element is movably arranged relative to the pelvic element,', 'the first force transmission element can be engaged and disengaged with the second force transmission element by moving the upper body element relative to the pelvic element, and', 'the mechanical energy store can be charged and discharged by swiveling the upper leg element relative to the upper body element when the first force transmission element is engaged with the second force transmission element., 'wherein2. The orthopedic device according to claim 1 , wherein the first force transmission element comprises a gearwheel that is eccentrically arranged on the pelvic element such that the first force transmission element can be swiveled about a second swivel axis.3. The orthopedic ...

Scoliosis Brace

A brace comprises a belt and removably attachable vertical strut(s). Each vertical strut can comprise one or more of a strut(s), thoracic pad(s), hip pad(s), lumbar support pad(s), chest support pad(s), de-rotation pad(s), or any other component suitable to assist or restrict movement of a wearer's body, reduce or apply a force to a wearer's body, correct the shape of a wearer's body, reduce pain, or provide support to a wearer's body. It is contemplated that each component can be removable or adjustable from a vertical strut or belt. 1. A scoliosis brace , comprising:a flexible belt configured to wrap entirely about a mid-portion of a wearer;a first vertical strut coupled to the belt at a first position and including a top portion and a bottom portion, wherein the top portion extends above the belt; andwherein the first position is at a first side of the wearer when the brace is worn.2. The scoliosis brace of claim 1 , wherein the bottom portion extends below the belt.3. The scoliosis brace of claim 1 , wherein the flexible belt substantially maintains a vertical position of the top portion and the bottom portion of the first vertical strut when the scoliosis brace is worn by the wearer.4. The scoliosis brace of claim 1 , wherein the top portion of the first vertical strut includes a first pad claim 1 , and wherein the bottom portion includes a second pad.5. The scoliosis brace of claim 4 , wherein the belt at least partially determines a distribution of force that is applied to the first side of the wearer relative to a second side of the wearer opposing the first side.6. The scoliosis brace of claim 4 , wherein the first pad comprises a thoracic pad claim 4 , and wherein the second pad comprises a hip pad.7. The scoliosis brace of claim 1 , further comprising at least one of an anchor pad and a second vertical strut that is coupled to the belt at a second position claim 1 , and wherein the second position aligns with a second side of the wearer opposing the first ...

Cervical Spine Rehabilitation Adjustment Device

The present invention provides a vertebrae adjustment device comprising a weight pocket, fixing rings, connection rings, a first fixing belt and a second fixing belt. The weight pocket is divided into a plurality of separations by connecting parts, and weight blocks are loaded into the plurality of separations. The first fixing belt has two first fixing sections and a through hole; wherein the two first fixing sections are respectively disposed at the front ends of the two bifurcated extensions of the first fixing belt, and fixed on the two first fixing rings respectively, and the through hole is provided on the rear end of the first fixing belt. The second fixing belt has two second fixing sections respectively disposed on both ends of the second fixing belt, and the second fixing belt passes through the through hole and is fixed on the two connecting rings. 1. A vertebrae adjustment device , comprising:a weight pocket having a front plate, a rear plate, a bottom plate, a right side plate, a left side plate and a plurality of connecting parts; wherein the front plate and the rear plate are connected to each other by the right side plate, the left side plate and the bottom plate to form an accommodating space, and the connecting parts are mounted in the accommodating space to divide the accommodating space into a plurality of separations;two fixing rings mounted on the rear plate;two connection rings respectively mounted on the right side plate and the left side plate;a first fixing belt having two first fixing sections and a through hole; wherein the two first fixing sections are respectively disposed at the front ends of the two bifurcated extensions of the first fixing belt, the two bifurcated extensions of the first fixing belt are fixed on the two first fixing rings respectively by the two first fixing sections; and the through hole is provided on the rear end of the first fixing belt; anda second fixing belt having two second fixing sections respectively ...

THORACIC LUMBAR SACRAL ORTHOSIS ATTACHMENT

A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis attachment for configuring an orthopedic device as a thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis by connecting the attachment to the orthopedic device. The attachment has an anterior aspect including an anterior panel arranged to connect to an orthopedic device. An anterior thoracic extension (ATE) is securable to the anterior panel, and a support bar extends from the ATE. A strap system includes an axillary strap system and/or a shoulder strap system removably securing onto a surface of the orthopedic device, and/or the ATE. 1. A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis (TLSO) attachment for configuring an orthopedic device as a thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis by connecting the TLSO attachment to the orthopedic device , the TLSO attachment comprising:an anterior panel arranged to connect to the orthopedic device;an anterior thoracic extension (ATE) secured to the anterior panel;a support bar extending from the ATE;wherein the ATE comprises first and second parts connected to one another by a first hinge, the second part hingedly coupling to the support bar at a second hinge;wherein the first part has a first interlocking section arranged to couple to a fourth interlocking section extending from the support bar, the second part having second and third interlocking sections adapted to hingedly couple to the first and fourth interlocking sections of the first part and the support bar, respectively, the first and second interlocking sections having complementary shapes through which a first fastener extends transversely therethrough relative to a length of the first part to hingedly secure the first part to the support bar, the first interlocking section having a complementary shape to the fourth interlocking section, the second interlocking section corresponding in and having a same first shape as the fourth interlocking section, and the first interlocking section corresponding in and having a same second shape as the third interlocking section;wherein ...

MEDICAL DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING AT LEAST ONE REGION OF THE BODY

The invention relates to a medical device () for supporting at least one region of the body comprising at least one textile panel () having a longitudinal direction (L) and a transversal direction (T) arranged so as to encircle all or part of said region of the body to be supported. Said textile panel () comprises a woven textile strip, or several woven textile strips () at least partially superposed, said woven strip or said woven strips () each having a warp direction (C) and a weft direction (t), and comprising weft threads (), first elastic warp threads (), second non-elastic warp threads (), and third warp threads (), said first warp threads () and said second warp threads () being woven according to a leno shed the second warp threads forming the doup threads. Furthermore, said textile panel () is elastic in the longitudinal direction (L) and has a force in the longitudinal direction (L) which is greater than or equal to 500 cN/cm, to achieve an elongation equal to 30%. 111-. (canceled)12. A medical device for supporting at least one region of the body , especially knee or ankle orthesis , support belt or support strip , comprising at least one textile panel having a longitudinal direction and a transversal direction arranged so as to encircle all or part of said region of the body to be supported , wherein said textile panel comprises a woven textile strip , or several woven textile strips at least partially superposed , said woven strip or said woven strips each having a warp direction and a weft direction , and comprising weft threads , first elastic warp threads , second non-elastic warp threads , and third warp threads , said first warp threads and said second warp threads are woven according to a leno shed , the second warp threads forming the doup threads , and wherein said textile panel is elastic in the longitudinal direction and has a force in the longitudinal direction which is greater than or equal to 500 cN/cm , to achieve an elongation equal to ...

Retractable and adjustable heating brace

The invention relates to a retractable and adjustable heating brace. Primarily, a main body is provided with a tie portion, retractable portions and assembly portions. A heating piece is disposed within the tie portion, and the assembly portion is provided with a temperature controller. Furthermore, a first conductive wire is connected to the heating piece at one end thereof and to the temperature controller at the other end thereof by extending through the first, second and third spaces, wherein the length of the first conductive wire located in the retractable portion is larger than the length of the retractable portion. Thereby when the user ties the main body around his or her waist by pulling the retractable portion thereof, the length of the first conductive wire can be stretched appropriately according to the stretch of the retractable portion. Accordingly, it can prevent the first conductive wire from break or damage.

SENSOR-BASED CONTROL OF ACTIVE WEARABLE SYSTEM

An active wearable system includes a one or more positioning elements configured as a torso support and/or other wearable item, one or more sensors for sensing motion, posture, or gait of a subject, and at least one of force applying elements for applying force to selected regions of a body of a subject, and feedback device and other actuators, under the control of control circuitry responsive to sensed motion, posture or gait of the subject. In an aspect, force is applied according to spatial or temporal patterns. Related devices and methods are described. 1. A system comprising: a plurality of actuators, each actuator configured to be positioned with respect to a localized region of a body of a subject;', 'at least one landmark sensor adapted to sense a parameter indicative of a position of a landmark in or on the body of the subject and to produce at least one landmark position signal;', 'at least one positioning element adapted to be worn on the body of the subject and to position the at least one landmark sensor and the plurality of actuators with respect to the body of the subject, wherein each of the plurality of actuators is in a known position relative to the wearable item;, 'a wearable item including'}at least one activity sensor adapted to detect an input indicative of a posture, gait or activity of the subject, and to generate an activity signal indicative of the posture, gait or activity of the subject; and electrical circuitry for receiving from the at least one landmark sensor the at least one landmark position signal;', 'electrical circuitry for receiving from the at least one activity sensor the at least one activity signal;', 'signal processing circuitry for calculating a position of a target region on the body of the subject relative to the wearable item based on the at least one landmark position signal and on a known position of the target region relative to the landmark;', 'signal processing circuitry for selecting at least one actuator ...

DYNAMIC LUMBAR REALIGNMENT SYSTEM

A dynamic lumbar realignment system includes a compressive lower body garment that provides abdominal compression and a stabilizing strap that induces thigh rotation in order to produce a therapeutic effect. Pelvic tilt provided by the compressive lower body garment and thigh rotation provided by the stabilizing strap assist the user in maintaining proper posture. The stabilizing strap is arranged and oriented on the compressive lower body garment in a therapeutic orientation path that enables the stabilizing strap to exert a desired therapeutic effect on the user. The therapeutic orientation path is defined by a combination of a plurality of strap-supporting attachment points and a plurality of strap-guiding attachment points on the compressive lower body garment. Numerous variants of the dynamic lumbar realignment system are available to address various issues such as lumbar hyperlordosis and lumbar hypolordosis. 1. A dynamic lumbar realignment system comprises:a compressive lower body garment;a stabilizing strap;a plurality of strap-supporting attachment points;a plurality of strap-guiding attachment points;the compressive lower body garment comprises a pelvic cover, a waistband, a left leg short sleeve, and a right leg short sleeve;the stabilizing strap comprises a first strap end and a second strap end;the plurality of strap-supporting attachment points being externally positioned about the waistband;the plurality of strap-guiding attachment points being externally positioned on the pelvic cover, the left leg short sleeve, and the right leg short sleeve;the stabilizing strap being positioned through a combination of selected points from the plurality of strap-guiding attachment points and the plurality of strap-supporting attachment points;the combination of selected points being defined by a therapeutic orientation path for the stabilizing strap;the first strap end being fixed at a beginning of the therapeutic orientation path; andthe second strap end being ...

Apparatus, System and Method for Providing Back Support

A belt for providing lower back support to the wearer of the belt has a first section and a second section that is substantially symmetrical to and positioned opposite the first section. The first section connects to the second section at a rear connection region. The first section has a first fastener panel, and the second section has a second fastener panel corresponding to and positioned to attach to the first fastener panel to secure the belt around a lower back area of a wearer of the belt. The first section and the second section have a reinforcement plate at a rear connection region of the belt. An adhesive strip extends across the first section and the second section from the rear connection region. A cord interwoven through the reinforcement plate is pulled to secure the first section to the second section and to tighten the belt around the wearer. 1. An apparatus comprising:a belt with a first section and a second section wherein the second section is substantially symmetrical and positioned opposite to the first section and further wherein the first section connects to the second section at a rear connection region;a reinforcement plate attached to the first section and the second section at the rear connection region wherein the reinforcement plate is made from a substantially rigid material;an adhesive strip attached to the first section and the second section;a first fastener panel on the first section and a second fastener panel on the second section positioned to attach to the first fastener to secure the belt around a lower back area of a wearer of the belt; anda cord interwoven through the reinforcement plate to secure the first section to the second section wherein extension of the cord tightens the belt.2. The apparatus of further comprising:a perforation in the reinforcement plate to reduce the weight of the reinforcement plate.3. The apparatus of further comprising:a protrusion extending from the reinforcement plate to direct the cord across ...

PELVIS CORRECTION EQUIPMENT FORMED OF COMBINATION OF PELVIS BELT AND PRESSING CORRECTION EQUIPMENT

A pelvis correction equipment includes: a pelvis belt for tightening for fastening a lower abdomen of a body, the pelvis belt being used for correcting opening of or strain on a joint portion between a sacral bone and an iliac bone which form a pelvis; a pressing position mark indicated on a surface of the pelvis belt for indicating a plurality of pressing correction portions; and a pressing correction equipment configured to be operated in such a manner that the pressing correction equipment presses the plurality of pressing correction portions along the pressing position mark of the pelvis belt mounted on the lower abdomen by fastening by way of the pelvis belt. 1. A pelvis correction equipment formed of a combination of a pelvis belt and a pressing correction equipment , the pelvis correction equipment comprising:the pelvis belt for tightening for fastening a lower abdomen of a body, the pelvis belt being used for correcting opening of or strain on a joint portion between a sacral bone and an iliac bone which form a pelvis;a pressing position mark indicated on a surface of the pelvis belt for indicating a plurality of pressing correction portions; andthe pressing correction equipment configured to be operated in such a manner that the pressing correction equipment presses the plurality of pressing correction portions along the pressing position mark of the pelvis belt mounted on the lower abdomen by fastening by way of the pelvis belt, and also configured to be therapeutically operated vertically, laterally or in a semicircular shape when necessary, whereinthe pressing correction equipment has: a proximal portion which forms a pressing grip portion; and a distal end portion which forms an elongated pressing functional part having a cross section where an approximately tip end is sharpened.2. The pelvis correction equipment formed of a combination of a pelvis belt and a pressing correction equipment according to claim 1 , wherein the pressing correction equipment ...

RECLINER-TYPE ORTHOSIS COMPRISING TIGHTENING STRAPS

The invention relates to a recliner-type orthosis comprising a lap belt or pelvic strap (), a rigid recliner rail () over the spinal column, and two individually tightenable shoulder straps (), each of which extends from a lower portion () of then recliner rail (), forms a shoulder strap, and is guided backwards via guides () on a top portion () of the recliner rail (), where the two shoulder straps () intersect in a central point of intersection () and then run contralaterally towards the front, intersect in lateral points of intersection () and can finally be tightly attached to the lap belt (). 2. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby the ipsilateral and contralateral shoulder straps cross at the two lateral thoracic cross points at roughly a square angle claim 1 , respectively.3. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby both shoulder straps run freely at the two lateral thoracic cross points claim 1 , the dorsal central cross point and in the guide grommets and are exclusively fixated at the caudal section of reclinator splint claim 1 , and are affixable at their strap ends at the ventral pelvic strap section.4. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby the shoulder straps in both lateral thoracic cross points are guided in a free running manner in cross guides.5. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby the shoulder straps in both lateral thoracic cross points are guided in cross guides.6. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby the caudal section of the reclinator splint can be positioned at the level of the ileosacral joint of the person claim 1 , and the cranial section of the reclinator splint can be positioned at the upper vertebra of the chest or vertebra of the neck of the person.7. The reclination orthosis according to claim 1 , whereby the shoulder straps are guided at their starting point at the caudal section of the reclinator splint claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , through ...

HINGE

A hinge is provided, which includes a V-shaped blade, an intermediate blade and a terminal blade. The V-shaped blade, the intermediate blade and the terminal blade are provided with holes to allow a fixed member to pass through; the V-shaped blade is hinged to one end of the intermediate blade for supporting the bending of a body; another end of the intermediate blade is hinged to the terminal blade for supporting the bending of the body; the strip-shaped grooves on the V-shaped blade, the intermediate blade and the terminal blade can be used to fix the hinge to a surface of the body using a belt or other fixed member, and to make the corrective member stably fix to one side of the body, effectively producing the lateral corrective force; the hinge design of each blade can coordinate the forward bending motion of the body, effectively introducing the corrective force. 1. A hinge , comprising:a V-shaped blade, or/and,an intermediate blade, or/and,a terminal blade,wherein the V-shaped blade or/and the intermediate blade or/and the terminal blade are provided with holes to allow a fixed member to pass through; the V-shaped blade is hinged to one end of the intermediate blade for supporting the bending of a body; or/and another end of the intermediate blade is hinged to the terminal blade for supporting the bending of the body; or/and the V-shaped blade is hinged to the terminal blade for supporting the bending of the body.2. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the holes provided on the V-shaped blade claim 1 , the intermediate blade claim 1 , and the terminal blade are: grooves claim 1 , circular holes claim 1 , triangular holes claim 1 , or/and square holes.3. The hinge according to claim 2 , wherein the holes provided on the V-shaped blade claim 2 , the intermediate blade claim 2 , and the terminal blade are: 1 to 10 strip-shaped grooves of the V-shaped blade that are provided on both sides of the V-shaped blade; 1 to 20 strip-shaped grooves of the intermediate ...

SPINE PROTECTIVE AND CORRECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A spinal protective and corrective equipment is disclosed that is equipped with a zipper in front and a garment of resilient material worn on the part of body from the shoulders and to the hip; provided at the outside of the garment wrapping waist region with form of belt. The first elastic band is provided to compress the first lumbar spinous process. The second lumbar elastic band is provided to compress the second lumbar spinous process. The third lumbar elastic band is provided to compress the third lumbar spinous process. The fourth lumbar elastic band is provided to compress the fourth lumbar spinous process. The fifth lumbar elastic band is provided to compress the fifth lumbar spinous process. 1. A spine protective and corrective equipment , comprising:a zipper provided on a front of a body and a resilient material garment worn from shoulders and to the hips;a first lumbar elastic band provided at the outside of the garment with a belt surrounding a waist to compresses the first lumbar spinous process;a second lumbar elastic band compresses the second spinous process;a third lumbar elastic band compresses the third spinous process;a fourth lumbar elastic band compresses the fourth spinous process; anda fifth lumber elastic band compresses the fifth spinous process2. The method of claim 1 , comprising a sacral joint elastic band provided at an outer side of the garment wrapping sacral region with a belt.3. The method of claim 2 , comprising a spine backboard support at an outside of the garment and in the center of the back claim 2 , the spine backboard support having an upper part being backward curved and a lower part being forward curved and supporting the spinal column claim 2 , wherein the first lumbar elastic band claim 2 , the second lumbar elastic band claim 2 , the first lumbar elastic band claim 2 , the fourth lumbar elastic band claim 2 , the fifth lumbar elastic band and the sacral elastic band are attached to the spine backboard support.4. The ...

SELF-ACTIVATED LIFTING VEST WITH SENSORY-FEEDBACK AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Medical lifting devices and methods are disclosed. A lifting support device includes a garment configured to be worn by a user and at least one sensory feedback element. The sensory feedback element is coupled to the garment and is configured to provide sensory feedback to the user. The sensory feedback encourages the user to adopt an appropriate posture during a lifting operation. A lifting vest includes a load transfer element, a posture compliance element, a coupling device, and at least one sensory feedback element. The load transfer element is configured to transfer a weight of a load to a point over shoulders of a user and down to a lower torso of the user. The posture compliance element is configured to passively or actively enforce an appropriate back posture. The coupling device is configured to connect the load-transfer element to the postural compliance element. 1. A support device comprising:a garment configured to be worn by a user; andat least one sensory feedback element coupled to the garment, the at least one sensory feedback element configured to provide sensory feedback to the user, the sensory feedback configured to encourage the user to adopt an appropriate posture during a lifting operation by the user.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the appropriate posture comprises the user having a non-loaded curve of the spine.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensory feedback is configured to result in the user adopting the appropriate posture during at least 50% of lifting operations performed by the user.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensory feedback comprises an inward pressure on the user's back.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensory feedback element comprises a backplate assembly.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a hand effector configured to allow free hand motion of the user relative to the device when the user is not performing the lifting operation claim 1 , and configured to lock a motion of the ...

Posture Improving Garment

A garment includes a longitudinal arch support configured for supporting a longitudinal arch of a foot; and a transverse arch support that extends from the longitudinal arch support and is configured for supporting a transverse arch of the foot.

EXTERNAL SPINAL BRACE

In some embodiments, a system and/or method may include an external spinal brace system. The system may include a plurality of support mechanisms including at least first and second support mechanisms. The first support mechanism may be coupled, during use, to the second support mechanism such that the first and second support mechanisms are inhibited from decoupling. In some embodiments, the system may include a coupling system. The coupling system may couple the plurality of support mechanisms to a subject such that the plurality of support mechanisms are positioned, during use, along at least a portion of the subject's spine. In some embodiments, the external brace system applies a posterior distraction force to the subject. 1 a first support mechanism; and', 'a second support mechanism, wherein the first support mechanism is couplable, during use, to the second support mechanism such that the first and second support mechanisms are inhibited, during use, from decoupling;, 'a plurality of support mechanisms, comprisinga coupling system coupling the plurality of support mechanisms to a subject such that the plurality of support mechanisms are positioned, during use, along at least a portion of the subject's spine such that the external brace system applies a posterior distraction force to the subject.. An external spinal brace system, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/178,855, filed Nov. 2, 2018, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/054,917, filed Feb. 26, 2016, now U.S. Pat. No. 10,206,805, granted Feb. 19, 2019 and entitled “EXTERNAL SPINAL BRACE”, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/277,287, filed Jan. 11, 2016 and entitled “EXTERNAL SPINAL BRACE”. The content of each of the above applications is hereby incorporated by reference.The present disclosure generally relates to correcting spinal disorders. More particularly, the disclosure generally relates ...

SHOULDER COMPRESSION HARNESS

A shoulder compression harness includes a single elastic strap formed into a configuration. The intersection of the elastic strap is affixed to itself, so that where the strap crosses itself, that intersection is fixed in position in any suitable manner, in order to provide two generally equal size shoulder loops. The shoulder loops are designed to fit over a wearer's shoulders, and each shoulder loop includes a handle strap, or the like, on a front portion thereof, so that a wearer may adjust the position of each shoulder loop around the shoulder so that it fits comfortably and provides proper posture. When the shoulder compression harness is properly worn, the intersection, or “hub,” is disposed at a central portion of the wearer's back, between the shoulder blades, and also includes a handle for adjustment purposes. 1. A shoulder compression harness comprising:a single loop of elastic material, wherein said elastic material is formed into a figure 8 configuration so that a pair of equal sized shoulder loops is provided, and said elastic material crosses over itself in a central portion thereof, forming a hub;wherein said elastic material is affixed to itself at said hub;wherein each shoulder loop includes a handle member disposed on a front portion thereof, andwherein said hub includes a handle member attached thereto;to whereby said shoulder compression harness may be worn by a wearer so that said shoulder loops fit over said shoulders, and said hub may be positioned at a central portion of said wearer's back between said wearer's shoulder blades.2. The shoulder compression harness set forth in claim 1 , wherein said elastic material is affixed to itself at said hub by a method selected from the group of sewing claim 1 , adhesive claim 1 , and any combination thereof.3. The shoulder compression harness set forth in claim 1 , wherein said handle members are formed from straps.4. The shoulder compression harness set forth in claim 1 , further including a hub patch ...

BACK SUPPORT DEVICE

Devices and methods for improved lumbar-pelvic-hip support for active individuals are provided. Devices can include a body having tapered ends for fastening said body about a user's torso. X shaped members can be configured to bisect the body. A longitudinal reinforcement member can be configured to bisect one or more X shaped members and a pair of elastic straps can be connected to the body for providing lumbar-pelvic-hip support to a user. 1. An lumbar-pelvic-hip support device comprising:(a) An elastic body, said body having an outer side, an inner side, a central region, and tapered ends, said tapered ends including hook and loop fasteners for fastening said body about a user's torso;(b) A first X shaped member, said X shaped member being connected centrally to said body and being configured bisect said body;(c) a longitudinal member, said longitudinal member being connected to said body and being configured to bisect said X shaped member; and(d) a pair of elastic straps being connected to said body, each of said straps including an inner portion, an outer portion, and a terminal portion having fasteners, said inner portion being disposed substantially perpendicular to the Z axis of said body, said outer portion overlapping said inner portion and being disposed at an angle in the Z direction, wherein said pair of straps can be fastened to said outer side of said body using said fasteners.2. The device of claim 1 , further including a second and a third X shaped member.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein said first X shaped member is disposed to bisect said body and said second and third X shaped members are disposed laterally on opposite sides of said first member.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said longitudinal member comprises an internal stiffener.5. The device of claim 2 , wherein said longitudinal member comprises an internal stiffener.6. The device of claim 3 , wherein said longitudinal member comprises an internal stiffener.7. The device of claim 1 , ...

FIXING MODULE AND MOTION ASSISTANCE APPARATUS INCLUDING THE SAME

Provided are a fixing module and a motion assistance apparatus including the fixing module including a first side frame including a first central portion on one side of a user, a first front extending portion configured to extend from the first central portion along a front side of the user, and a first rear extending portion configured to extend from the first central portion along a rear side of the user, and a second side frame including a second central portion on another side of the user, a second front extending portion configured to extend from the second central portion along the front side of the user, and a second rear extending portion. 1. A fixing device comprising:a first side frame including a first central portion configured to attach to one side of a user, a first front extending portion configured to extend from the first central portion along a front side of the user, and a first rear extending portion configured to extend from the first central portion along a rear side of the user; anda second side frame including a second central portion configured to attach to another side of the user such that the second central portion faces the first central portion and is separated from the first central portion by a distance with a portion of user enclosed therebetween, a second front extending portion configured to extend from the second central portion along the front side of the user, and a second rear extending portion configured to extend from the second central portion along the rear side of the user, the distance between the first central portion and the second central portion being adjustable.2. The fixing device of claim 1 , wherein the first front extending portion is configured to detach from the second front extending portion claim 1 , andthe first rear extending portion is configured to detach from the second rear extending portion.3. The fixing device of claim 2 , wherein the first front extending portion and the second front extending ...

Spinal Treatment Devices, Methods, and Systems

Active wearable body brace embodiments provide selectable conformation control of the interface between the trunk of a human subject and the brace, which conformation may be varied over time and responsively to feedback and an updateable prescription. Further active wearable body brace embodiments provide selectable movement control of the interface between the trunk of a human subject and the brace with up to six degrees of freedom between elements to allow a controller to implement operations such as muscle challenges, active support, and passive-like support where actuators mimic springs. Further embodiments may also provide detection functions such as quantifying muscle weakness. The features of these embodiments may be combined in various ways to provide still further embodiments.

TRUNK SUPPORTING EXOSKELETON AND METHOD OF USE

An exoskeleton includes two torque generators, two thigh links, and a supporting trunk rotatably coupled to the thigh links. When a wearer bends forward in the sagittal plane such that the supporting trunk extends beyond a predetermined angle A with respect to vertical, at least one of the torque generators imposes a resisting torque between the supporting trunk and a corresponding thigh link, thus imposing a force onto a wearer's trunk and thighs to aid in supporting the wearer in a bent position. The exoskeleton may include an active or passive means for actuating the generators. When the supporting trunk does not extend beyond the predetermined angle A, the torque generators do not impose resisting torques between the supporting trunk and the thigh links during the entire range of motion of the thigh links, thus enabling a wearer to walk, run and sit without constraint while in an upright position. 1. A trunk supporting exoskeleton configured to be worn by a person to reduce the muscle forces in the wearer's back during forward lumbar flexion , said exoskeleton comprising:a supporting trunk configured to be coupled to a wearer's trunk;first and second thigh links configured to couple to a wearer's thighs, wherein each of the first and second thigh links is rotatably coupled to said supporting trunk in a manner that allows for flexion and extension of respective first and second thigh links relative to said supporting trunk; andfirst and second torque generators, wherein each of the first and second torque generators is configured to generate torque between the respective first and second thigh links and said supporting trunk, wherein when a wearer bends forward in the sagittal plane such that a predetermined portion of said supporting trunk extends beyond a predetermined angle from vertical, at least one of the first or second torque generators imposes a resisting torque between said supporting trunk and at least one of the first and second thigh links, causing ...

Wearable Device for Posture Correction and Muscle Training

A wearable device, for posture correction and muscle training, includes a wearable assembly and two resilience supporters, wherein the resilience supporter has an resilience tendency to be upright, wherein the wearable assembly is detachably arranged on the resilience supporter, wherein the wearable assembly is supported by the resilience supporter and is moved along with the resilience supporter, so that the user's body fits the wearable assembly and applies an force against the resilience supporter, wherein the wearable device has no need to restrain the user's body, and can provide portable posture correction to ensure long-term major muscle activity in daily life.

Lumbar Support Belt

A lumbar support belt includes a posterior panel, and a first anterior panel coupled to the posterior panel by a first wing extending from the posterior panel. A second anterior panel is coupled to the posterior panel by a second wing extending from the posterior panel. First and second attachment portions are attached to the posterior panel by a first posterior strap and second posterior strap, respectively. The first posterior strap and second posterior strap are each being anchored to the posterior panel at two points. First and second anterior straps are each anchored to either one of the first and second anterior panel at two points and securable to the first and second attachment portions.

POSTURE CONTROL SYSTEMS

A posture control system includes a brace to which an inflatable bladder is removably coupled. The bladder, when inflated, causes pressure to be applied to a wearer if the wearer does not have proper posture. The pressure irritates the wearer into improving their posture. The brace includes strap systems that are adjustable for size and fit. In embodiments, the strap systems include an upper strap portion that includes an elastic component that also assists the user in improving their posture. 1. A posture control system for a wearer , comprising: a central portion configured to be centered on the back of the wearer;', 'an inflatable member detachably coupled to a front surface of the central portion, such that the inflatable member is disposed between the front surface of the central portion and the back of the wearer when the brace is worn; and', 'a hand pump coupled with the inflatable member., 'a brace comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the inflatable member is detachably coupled to the front surface of the central portion via a hook and loop fastener claim 1 , and wherein the half of the hook and loop fastener corresponding to the front surface of the central portion is disposed on the entire front surface of the central portion.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a first strap system coupled to the central portion claim 1 , the first strap system comprising:an upper strap portion;a lower strap portion;a first adjustment mechanism coupled with the upper and lower strap portions, the first adjustment mechanism configured to enable adjustment of the length of the first strap system via an adjustment to the lower strap portion; andwherein the upper strap portion includes a semi-rigid or rigid piece along the length of the first adjustment mechanism.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the upper strap portion extends into the central portion and is coupled to a second adjustment mechanism disposed on the rear of the central portion.5. The system ...

Posture Correction Apparatus

A system and method for improving a user's posture when using a mobility assistance device, such as a wheeled walker, is disclosed. The system gently nudges a user to stand upright when a user is in a slumped or a bent posture. The user's posture may be approximated based on the distance between the user and the mobility assistance device, wherein, the greater the distance, the more likely it is that a user is in a slumped or a bent posture, and a shorter distance suggesting that the user is standing upright. 1. An apparatus for improving the posture of a user who is using a mobility assistance device , comprising:a first attachment mechanism for attaching the apparatus to a mobility assistance device;a second attachment mechanism for attaching the apparatus to a user; anda connection portion connecting the first attachment mechanism to the second attachment mechanism, wherein the length of the connection portion sets the maximum distance between the mobility assistance device and the user when the apparatus is attached to both the mobility assistance device and the user.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the length of the connection portion is adjustable.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the connection portion includes a connection mechanism that is connectable and disconnect-able.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the connection mechanism automatically disconnects when sufficient pressure is applied between the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the connection portion is stretchable claim 1 , wherein the connection portion may stretch upon application of sufficient pressure claim 1 , thereby gently urging a user to correct his or her posture when the distance between the user and the mobility assistance device is greater than permissible by the unstretched connection portion.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first attachment mechanism is removably attachable to a mobility assistance ...

LOWER BACK PAIN TREATMENT AND SPINAL PROTECTION DEVICE

A medical device is provided. Here, the medical device has a back panel, having a top surface and a bottom surface; a plurality of inflatable pads attached to this top surface, where the plurality of inflatable pads features an outer wall having an inner and outer surface, a rigid subwall proximate to said inner surface, a diaphragm, having a volume, with at least one tube fluidly connected thereto; a connection valve, fluidly connected to the tube. The medical device the incidental contact of a given object with a user's spine, and prevents the compression of this user's spine. 1. A medical device , comprising:a back panel, having a top surface and a bottom surface; 'said plurality of inflatable pads comprising an outer wall having an inner and outer surface, a rigid subwall proximate to said inner surface, a diaphragm, having a volume, with at least one tube fluidly connected thereto;', 'a plurality of inflatable pads attached to said top surface,'} ["wherein said medical device prevents the incidental contact of a given object with a user's spine, and", "wherein said medical device prevents the compression of said user's spine."], 'a connection valve, fluidly connected to said at least one tube;'}2. The medical device of claim 1 , said inflatable pad further comprising expandable material located between said outer wall and said top surface.3. The medical device of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of vents, having a first opening on said outer wall and a second opening on said bottom surface of said back panel,wherein said first opening and said second opening are in fluid communication with each other.4. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein said back panel is substantially rigid.5. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein said device promotes proper posture by properly aligning a user's spine.6. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of inflatable pads is equipped with a hollow center portion claim 1 , sized to accommodate the growth of ...

BACK SUPPORT APPARATUS

A back support apparatus that includes: a first shoulder strap; a second shoulder strap; a horizontal connecting strap, where the horizontal connecting strap connects the first shoulder strap to the second shoulder strap; an means to adjust tension on the horizontal connecting strap; a first front shoulder pad; and a second front shoulder pad. The means to adjust includes an adjusting clip and tie strings, where the adjusting clip is on the horizontal connecting strap and tie strings are pulled to increase tension on the first shoulder strap and the second shoulder strap. 1. A back support apparatus comprisinga. a first shoulder strap;b. a second shoulder strap;c. a horizontal connecting strap, where the horizontal connecting strap connects the first shoulder strap to the second shoulder strap;d. an means to adjust tension on the horizontal connecting strap;e. a first front shoulder pad; andf. a second front shoulder pad.2. The back support apparatus according to claim 1 , where the means to adjust includes an adjusting clip and tie strings.3. The back support apparatus according to claim 2 , where the adjusting clip is on the horizontal connecting strap and tie strings are pulled to increase tension on the first shoulder strap and the second shoulder strap. The present invention relates to a back support apparatus used to support the alignment of the upper torso of the individual.Many individuals suffer from back pain due to poor posture. This is normally caused by long periods of improper posture and due to various types of work conditions. Particularly, office workers hunch over a desk and/or a computer and therefore cause misalignment of the vertebra of the back. Continued poor posture can caused long term injury and/or pain. Some devices have been developed to address this problem. Many are difficult to use and lack the effectiveness to address this problem. It is the object of the present invention to provide a back support apparatus that helps to correct the ...

Wearable Support Structure For At Least Partly Relieving A Human Body During Leaning Or Bending Over

Wearable support structure for at least partly relieving a human body during leaning or bending over, said structure comprising a frame having a chest support for bearing upon a chest of said human body, pivoting arrangements for pivoting the support structure in correspondence with the leaning or bending or the human body, two elongated stays connected to said chest support, provided to extend substantially alongside opposite sides of said human body and connected to said pivoting arrangements, wherein the stays are resilient stays arranged such that they are in a stretched state corresponding with an upright position of said human body when being unloaded, and arranged to be biased back to said stretched state when being bent into a bent state corresponding with a leaning or bending position of said human body, a lumbar support, connected to said pivoting arrangements, and arranged for bearing upon a lumbar area of said human body, and a thigh support, connected to said pivoting arrangements, and arranged for bearing upon a front side of a thigh area. 1. Wearable support structure for at least partly relieving a human body during leaning or bending over , said structure comprising a frame having:a chest support for bearing upon a chest of said human body;pivoting arrangements for pivoting the support structure in correspondence with the leaning or bending or the human body;two elongated stays connected to said chest support, provided to extend substantially alongside opposite sides of said human body and connected to said pivoting arrangements,wherein the stays are resilient stays arranged such that they are in a stretched state corresponding with an upright position of said human body when being unloaded, and arranged to be biased back to said stretched state when being bent into a bent state corresponding with a leaning or bending position of said human body,a lumbar support, connected to said pivoting arrangements, and arranged for bearing upon a lumbar area of ...

Garment

Exemplary embodiments contained herein include garments having biomechanical components including panels for influencing the wearer. Exemplary embodiments contained herein include garments having features for improving comfort of the wearer during use.

BODY SUPPORT DEVICE, THE USE OF IT AND A METHOD OF HANDLING LOADS

A body support device to support at least one part of a body when lifting and/or carrying, having at least a first body fastening element fixable above a human's hip joint, at least a second body fastening element mechanically fixable below a human's hip joint and merely on the back side at least one elastic, which mechanically connects the first and the second body fastening element on the back side. The elastic is adapted to be tensioned when a person mechanically linked to the body support device is bending down and to apply an erecting force to the person when the person is bent down. A biasing device adjusts the length of the elastic between the respective fixations on the first body fastening element and the second body fastening element and has a pivotable mounted eccentric element adapted to apply a compressive force on the elastic and a counterpressure surface. 1. A body support device to support at least one part of the human body when lifting and/or carrying loads , the body support device comprising:at least a first body fastener fixable above a human's hip joint;at least a second body fastener mechanically fixable below a human's hip joint and on a back side;at least one elastic that mechanically connects the first body fastener and the second body fastener on the back side of the human body with each other, the at least one elastic being adapted to be tensioned when a person mechanically linked to the body support device is bending down and to apply an erecting force to the person when the person is bent down; anda biasing device to adjust a length of the elastic between the respective fixations on the first body fastener and the second body fastener and wherein the biasing device comprises a pivotable mounted eccentric element adapted to apply a compressive force on the elastic and a counterpressure surface,wherein the counterpressure surface is arranged essentially perpendicularly to a rotation plane of the eccentric element and is adapted to apply a ...

Back Supporter

A back supporter including two spring loaded adjustable underarm supports . The support arms are designed for underarm lift when in use. A wide waist belt distributes the weight to the hips and around the waist. Multiple holes provide lateral adjustment. A system of springs and pins provide full motion forward, backward, and side to side. 1. A back supporter specially designed with spring loaded adjustable underarm side supports for movement in any direction. Configured expressly to give lift to the torso , alleviate back pain by preventing compression of the spine and evenly distributing the weight of the upper body , via the brace's integrated spring loaded side support system. Relieving pain and allowing for healing while still being able to move about. The back supporter brace is comprised of;a wide 5 ply neoprene belt that rest on the upper hip, with extra width in back for added support slightly contouring on the sides and front with a Velcro front fastener;a set of spring loaded adjustable side supports stemming from the upper sides of the belt straight up to the armpit of the user;each side support having thumb screws to adjust the length of the support, is fitted together with flexible springs and pins positioned to pivot with wearers movement, and a plastic base that attaches to the sides to the belt;a set of foam rubber sleeves which cover the upper pins and springs;a set of underarm rests are attached to the top of the spring loaded supports for the armpit to rest on;an elastic strap is attached to the front and back end of each underarm rest that over the shoulder;a set of elastic straps is attached to the elastic underarm shoulder straps, one strap in connected on each backend of the underarm rest, the other strap is centered across the upper back connected to each shoulder strap.2. The back supporter as claimed in claim 1 , in which the belt's front fastener is an attached adjustable 2″ Velcro pull strap which feeds through a steel loop and folds back ...

Sacroiliac belt

Provided is a sacroiliac belt having a high holding ability for a user's pelvis as well as a high tightening effect to the user's sacroiliac joints. The sacroiliac belt has a belt pair that forms a pelvic holding loop to hold a user's pelvis. The belt pair has a ilium belt that is wound around the user's waist, and a second belt selected from either a buttock belt that is wound around the user's waist passing under the user's buttocks, lifting up the buttocks, or a lumbar belt that is wound around the user's waist, passing a back side of the user's lumbar curve located immediately above the pelvis. Both ends of the second belt are each connected to the ilium belt inside both ends of the ilium belt.

Thoracolumbar Translator and Associated Methods

A frame includes a front segment extending across an anterior side of a human and a back segment extending across a posterior side of the human in a fixed spatial relationship. A clamp bar extends between the front segment and the back segment to interface with a first lateral side of the human at a location between an ilium bone structure and a thoracic cage of the human. A lateral restraint is positioned between the front segment and the back segment and is configured to interface with a second lateral side of the human over an engagement area corresponding to a portion of the thoracic cage of the human. A downward treatment force is applied to the frame at a location opposite the clamp bar from the lateral restraint. The human works to laterally translate their spinal column toward the lateral restraint to maintain the frame in a near-level orientation. 1. An apparatus for treatment of human scoliosis , comprising:a front segment of a frame configured to extend across an anterior side of a human when the human is present within the apparatus;a back segment of the frame configured to extend across a posterior side of the human when the human is present within the apparatus, the back segment having a fixed spatial relationship with respect to the front segment;a clamp bar configured to extend between the front segment and the back segment, the clamp bar configured to extend across a first lateral side of the human when the human is present within the apparatus, the clamp bar configured to interface with the first lateral side of the human at a location between an ilium bone structure of the human and a thoracic cage of the human when the human is present within the apparatus;a lateral restraint positioned between the front segment and the back segment and rigidly connected to both the front segment and the back segment, the lateral restraint configured to interface with a second lateral side of the human over an engagement area corresponding to a portion of the ...

CUSTOMIZABLE WEARABLE TOP TO TREAT SCOLIOSIS IN A PERSON

The invention relates to a customizable wearable top for the treatment of scoliosis, such as Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS), in a person and related methods. In one form there is provided a customizable wearable top to treat scoliosis in a person comprising: a body portion formed from a soft material and being wearable around the upper torso and having a body front and a body back; a strap adjuster on an outward facing surface of the body back, the strap adjuster configured to, or customizable to, mount a first end of one or more straps at a selectable longitudinal position thereon, such that when worn the straps are extendable around at least a portion of a wearer's upper torso to apply a bias force to a treatment site on the person corresponding to the selectable longitudinal position. 1. A customizable wearable top to treat scoliosis in a person comprising:a body portion formed from a soft material and being wearable around the upper torso and having a body front and a body back;a strap adjuster on an outward facing surface of the body back, the strap adjuster configured to, or customizable to, mount a first end of one or more straps at a selectable longitudinal position thereon, such that when worn the straps are extendable around at least a portion of a wearer's upper torso to apply a bias force to a treatment site on the person corresponding to the selectable longitudinal position.2. The customizable wearable top of claim 1 , wherein the strap adjuster has an elongate body that is vertically aligned with the wearable top.3. The customizable wearable top of claim 2 , wherein the elongate body is a panel and the panel comprises or is customizable to comprise a plurality of attachment points to mount the one or more straps at the selectable longitudinal position.4. The customizable wearable top of claim 1 , wherein the elongate body is located in a central portion of the body back and extends from a body back upper portion to a body back lower portion.5. ...

ORTHOPEDIC BACK BRACE

Orthopedic braces and associated methods are described for treatment of lower back injuries and chronic back pain. An orthopedic brace may include a pair of back panels, a pair of front panels, and a closure system. A lateral end of each front panel is releasably coupleable to a lateral end of each back panel at a desired angle. A ventral end of each front panel includes an attachment provision configured to allow one of the front panels to releasably attach to the other of the front panels generally over an abdomen of a wearer. The brace also includes a pocket on the ventral end of at least one of the front panels, the pocket configured to temporarily receive a hand of the wearer to aid in donning the orthopedic brace. 1. An orthopedic brace , comprising:a pair of back panels, each having a dorsal end and a lateral end;a closure system, including a tensioning mechanism, a lace, and a plurality of lace guides, the lace being coupled to the tensioning mechanism and guided by the lace guides, wherein at least one lace guide is positioned generally on the dorsal end of each back panel;a pair of front panels, each having a lateral end and a ventral end, wherein the lateral end of each front panel is releasably coupleable to the lateral end of each back panel at a desired angle, and wherein the ventral end of each front panel includes an attachment means configured to allow one of the front panels to releasably attach to the other of the front panels generally over an abdomen of a wearer; anda pocket on the ventral end of at least one of the front panels, the pocket configured to temporarily receive a hand of the wearer to aid in donning the orthopedic brace.2. The orthopedic brace of claim 1 , wherein each front panel includes one or more sizing indicia configured to provide a guide for trimming the length of the panel to adjust the fit of the brace to the wearer.3. The orthopedic brace of claim 1 , further comprising a posterior pad configured to be fitted over at ...

LUMBAR SUPPORT SYSTEM

A lumbar support system includes a support element, incorporated in or used in conjunction with a radiation protective apron or another article of clothing. The support element may be held in place in a user or wearer's lumbosacral region using a strap or belt-like member that is connected thereto or wrapped around the apron or other article of clothing, to apply a force external to a user or wearer to enhance lumbosacral support. The support element may be movably mounted on a bracket or be otherwise adjustable to allow its position to be shifted if desired. 1. A lumbar support shown and described herein.2. A lumbar support system as shown and described herein.3. A system for modifying standard radiation protective gear or garments to provide internal lumbar support.4. A system of claim 3 , wherein the gear or garment is an apron claim 3 , vest claim 3 , skirt claim 3 , jacket claim 3 , smock claim 3 , or other wearable garment or clothing design.5. The system of claim 3 , which comprises:a mechanism of adapting the lumbar support to the inside or interior of the radiation protective gear or garment;a mechanism for adjusting the support to the spinal configuration of a user or wearer; anda mechanism for applying an external force via a fastening mechanism or an external belt system to enhance lumbar support.6. A method of modifying standard radiation protective gear or garments claim 3 , which comprises:adapting lumbar support to the inside or interior of the radiation protective gear or garment;providing a mechanism for adjusting the support to the spinal configuration of a user or wearer; andproviding a mechanism for applying an external force via a fastening mechanism or an external belt system to enhance lumbar support. This application is based upon and claims the priority of co-pending, commonly owned U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/712,966, filed Oct. 12, 2012, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.This invention relates ...

Posture Strap and Method of Using Same

A posture strap formed by connecting the ends of an elongate band to the middle of the band after twisting each end 180 degrees to form two arm loops and the method of correcting posture by disposing the arms of a person into the loops and locating the loops at the upper aspect of the arms while the strap extends along the person's back. 2. The method of wherein there are no twists in the elongate band where it contacts the upper arms and the back.3. A method of improving posture in a person having upper arms between shoulders and elbows claim 1 , an upper body including a chest and back claim 1 , and hips comprising:forming two loops at opposite ends of a flat elongate elastic band large enough to accommodate the upper arms of a person wherein the elongate band between the loops is adjustable in length;disposing and maintaining one of the loops around one upper arm below the shoulder and above the elbow and the other loop around the other upper arm below the shoulder and above the elbow whereby no part of the posture strap engages either shoulder and the posture strap between the loops is disposes across the back; andsizing the posture strap such that pressure is applied to the upper arms, drawing them back and thrusting the chest forward, causing the shoulders to be positioned more squarely over the hips to better carry the weight of the upper body.4. A method of improving posture in a person having upper arms between shoulders and elbows claim 1 , an upper body including a chest and back claim 1 , and hips comprising:forming two loops at opposite ends of a flat elongate elastic band large enough to accommodate the upper arms of a person wherein the elongate band between the loops is adjustable in length;disposing and maintaining one of the loops around one upper arm below the shoulder and above the elbow and the other loop around the other upper arm below the shoulder and above the elbow whereby no part of the posture strap engages either shoulder and the posture ...

INFLATABLE COMPRESSION WRAP FOR DIRECT SUPPORT OF THE SPINOUS PROCESS IN THE LUMBAR SPECIFIC SPINE REGION

A compression wrap for the lumbar spine region includes an elongate longitudinally stretchable belt for wrapping around the lumbar region of a person, a fastening device for securing the belt, a pressure pad extending transverse to the belt longitudinally along the spinous process and extending laterally in the hollow between the para-vertebral spinal muscles for applying support directly to the lumbar spine. 1. A compression wrap for the lumbar spine region comprising:an elongate longitudinally stretchable belt for wrapping around the lumbar region of a person;a fastening device for securing said belt;a pressure pad extending transverse to said belt longitudinally along the spinous process and extending laterally in the hollow between the para-vertebral spinal muscles for applying support directly to the lumbar spine.2. The compression wrap of in which said belt includes a pocket for receiving said pad.3. The compression wrap of in which said pad includes an inflatable bladder.4. The compression wrap of in which said pocket has an inner wall fowled from stretchable material for engaging the lumbar region and an outer wall formed from a non-elastic web for constraining the expansion of said bladder inwardly directly against the lumbar region.5. The compression wrap of in which said belt is transversely as well as longitudinally stretchable to permit said belt to conform to the contours of the body throughout the range of motion.6. The compression wrap of in which said fastening device includes a Velcro fastener with the hook portion on one end of the belt and the loop portion on the other.7. The compression wrap of further including a longitudinally stretchable reinforcing cinch mounted on said belt and covering the outside of said pad for compelling said pad to press specifically on the spinous processes of the lumbar region.8. The compression wrap of in which said cinch includes left and right tabs claim 7 , and a securing device associated with each said tab for ...

SPINAL ALIGNMENT COMPONENT

A spinal alignment component is adapted for incorporation into a wearable spinal alignment apparatus and comprises a first rigid elongate member comprising a first distal end and a second rigid elongate member comprising a second distal end. The first rigid elongate member and the second rigid elongate member are independently movable relative to one another to adjust the displacement between the first distal end and the second distal end. Wearable spinal alignment apparatus incorporating the component is also described. The component and apparatus offers a means to encourage ideal alignment and correct the posture of a wearer. 1. A spinal alignment component adapted for incorporation into a wearable spinal alignment apparatus , the spinal alignment component comprising:a first rigid elongate member comprising a first distal end; anda second rigid elongate member comprising a second distal end;wherein the first rigid elongate member and the second rigid elongate member are independently movable relative to one another to adjust the displacement between the first distal end and the second distal end.2. A spinal alignment component according to claim 1 , further comprising a housing which receives each of the first rigid elongate member and second rigid elongate member claim 1 , wherein each of the first rigid elongate member and second rigid elongate member are reversibly extendable from the housing claim 1 , and wherein each of the first distal end and the second distal end remain external to the housing when the first rigid elongate member and second rigid elongate member are retracted into the housing.3. A spinal alignment component according to claim 2 , wherein each of the respective first and second rigid elongate members are slidably received within the housing claim 2 , each of the respective first and second rigid elongate members being axially slidable within the housing.4. A spinal alignment component according to claim 2 , wherein the first rigid elongate ...

ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE

An orthopedic device for supporting a lower back of a user includes 2266. The orthopedic device according to claim 1 , characterized by the fact that the first force transmission element () comprises a gearwheel that is eccentrically arranged on the pelvic element () such that it can be swivelled about a second swivel axis.34262646. The orthopedic device according to claim 2 , characterized by the fact that the upper body element () is connected to the first force transmission element () such that the first force transmission element () is swivelled about the second swivel axis when the upper body element () is moved relative to the pelvic ele-ment ().44262022426. The orthopedic device according to claim 2 , characterized by the fact that the upper body element () and the first force transmission element () feature connection elements ( claim 2 , ) that correspond with one another claim 2 , so that the up-per body element () can be connected to the first force transmission element () in several positions.536262846. The orthopedic device according to claim 1 , characterized by the fact that the device has a displacement device () that is configured to move the first force transmission element () and/or the second force transmission element () towards one another when the upper body element () assumes an angle in re-lation to the pelvic element () that is smaller than a pre-determined threshold angle.636262846. The orthopedic device according to claim 5 , characterized by the fact that the displacement device () is configured to move the first force transmission ele-ment () and/or the second force transmission element () away from one an-other when the upper body element () assumes an angle in relation to the pel-vic element () that is greater than the pre-determined threshold angle.734623446. The orthopedic device according to claim 5 , characterized by the fact that at least two magnets () are arranged on the pelvic element () or the upper leg element () and at ...

APPAREL WITH INTEGRATED FEATURES FOR MUSCLE RECOVERY

An article of apparel may include a garment having a loose-fitting outer shell and an integrated compression band within the outer shell and configured to apply compression to a portion of the body of a wearer of the garment to promote muscle recovery. The compression band may be disposed internal to, and separate from, the outer shell of the garment. 1. An article of apparel , comprising:a garment having a loose-fitting outer shell; andan integrated compression band within the outer shell and configured to apply compression to a portion of the body of a wearer of the garment to promote muscle recovery;wherein the compression band is disposed internal to, and separate from, the outer shell of the garment.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the compression band includes at least one shape memory alloy wire configured to selectively constrict in order to provide the compression to the portion of the body.3. The article of claim 2 , wherein the at least one shape memory alloy wire forms a hoop that is configured to reduce in circumference upon application of an electric current to the shape memory alloy wire.4. The article of claim 3 , further including a control device configured to receive input from a wearer of the article of apparel to activate the at least one shape memory alloy wire.5. The article of claim 2 , wherein the compression band is configured to apply heat to the body of the wearer.6. The article of claim 1 , wherein the compression band is configured to be removed from the garment.7. The article of claim 6 , further including a fastening device disposed within a front pocket of the garment.8. The article of claim 1 , wherein the garment includes at least one tubular sleeve configured to receive a limb of a wearer; andwherein the compression band is located within the tubular sleeve and is configured to apply compression to the limb of the wearer.9. An article of apparel claim 1 , comprising:a garment having a loose-fitting outer shell; andan integrated ...

ABDOMINAL SACRAL WAIST SUPPORT BELT

In order to provide efficient support for a user's back, the belt of the present application includes structures to help align and maintain the position of three portions of the users body—an upper abdominal region, a lower abdominal region and the lower back. To provide this support, a belt has an abdominal panel configured to be positioned over the user's abdomen, and a belt member wrapping around the waist region. The abdominal panel has a specific configuration and size to cause an upper portion of the abdomen is held in position and a lower portion of the abdomen to be held in position, with forces being applied so that these portions remain in a preferred alignment. The belt member includes a strap that is configured so that it can be positioned within the user's waist groove, and will provide additional supporting forces. In this way, the belt provides support to three critical locations on the user's body, thus insuring optimum alignment and support of the user's central body region. 1. An abdominal sacral belt providing focused support to a user , comprising:an abdominal panel having a substantially oval configuration with an inner surface, an outer surface and at least one slot therein, the abdominal panel formed from a partially rigid material such that limited amounts of deflection will result when exposed to uneven forces;an attachment disc slidably attached to the abdominal panel;a belt having a first end attached to the attachment disc and a second end removably attachable to the outer surface of the abdominal panel, the belt having a width capable of fitting within the waist groove of the user, and having a length sized to fit around the waist of the user when the second end is attached to the abdominal disc; andan adjustment mechanism coupled to the outer surface of the abdominal panel, the adjustment mechanism further coupled to the attachment disc, the adjustment mechanism having an actuator operable by the user to cause the attachment disc to ...

LOWER BACK PAIN TREATMENT AND SPINAL PROTECTION DEVICE

A medical device is provided. The medical device includes a back panel, having a top surface and a bottom surface, and a plurality of pads attached to said top surface, wherein the plurality of pads includes an outer wall having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a rigid subwall proximate to said inner surface, wherein said medical device is configured to prevent incidental contact of a given object with a user's spinal column, and wherein said medical device prevents the compression of said user's spinal column. 1. A medical device , comprising:a back panel, having a top surface and a bottom surface; and said plurality of pads comprising an outer wall having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a rigid subwall proximate to said inner surface,', 'wherein each of the plurality of pads includes a concave cavity formed along a center portion,', "wherein said medical device is configured to prevent incidental contact of a given object with a user's spinal column, and", "wherein said medical device prevents the compression of said user's spinal column."], 'a plurality of pads attached to said top surface,'}2. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of pads further includes an expandable material located between said outer wall and said top surface.3. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein said back panel is substantially rigid.4. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein said medical device is configured to promote proper posture by properly aligning a user's spine.5. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein said plurality of pads is equipped with a hollow center portion claim 1 , sized to accommodate a growth of a cyst or tumor of a user proximate to said plurality of pads.6. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein said plurality of pads are semi-cylindrical.7. The medical device as recited in claim 1 , wherein said plurality of pads are configured to be disposed on a plurality of areas of ...

Wearable Device to Reduce Pain and Promote Healing of Lower Back Problems

A device that decompresses the lower spine while the wearer is seated or standing. The device includes two belt-shaped straps. The first strap circles the upper torso just below the breast line. The second strap circles the waist at or slightly above the normal belt line riding on the hip. In embodiments of the invention, the lower strap can be a normal belt. The straps can be equipped with pockets that are aligned along the upper edge of the upper strap and the lower edge of the lower strap designed to receive and hold flat splints. Typically, two rigid flat splints extend vertically between the straps centered laterally on the left and right sides of the torso. When the device is worn, it decompresses the lower spine when the person stands or sits. 1. A method of relieving lower back pain using only a wearer's body weight comprising:providing a first flexible strap encircling a patient's upper torso;providing a second flexible strap encircling the patient's belt-line;providing a first continuous, rigid splint along a left side of the patient's body from the first flexible strap to the second flexible strap;providing a second continuous, rigid splint along a right side of the patient's body from the first flexible strap to the second flexible strapallowing weight of the wearer's upper body, shoulders and head to press downward on the first and second splints displacing the weight of the upper body to the hips relieving pressure on the lower back and creating an upward reactive force on the patient's lower spine stretching lower spine upward relieving pressure on the patient's lower vertebrae relieving lower back pain.2. The method of wherein the second flexible strap is a wearer's belt.3. The method of wherein lower ends of the first and second continuous rigid splints are received in and secured in pockets attached to the second flexible strap allowing the splints to move without pulling out of the pockets.4. The method of wherein the continuous rigid splints are ...

THORACIC LUMBAR SACRAL ORTHOSIS

A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis includes an upper body support for use with a torso orthosis. The upper body support has an anterior assembly including an anterior plate secured to the torso orthosis, a sternal assembly connected to the anterior plate, and a pectoral assembly connected to the sternal assembly. A posterior assembly is connected to the torso orthosis and is connected to the pectoral assembly by at least one strap. The sternal assembly has at least one pivot point arranged to pivot the sternal assembly relative to the anterior plate. 1. An upper body support for use with a torso orthosis having anterior and posterior sides , the upper body support comprising:a vertical strut for securing to the anterior side of the torso orthosis;a sternal assembly having a lower hinge connecting to the vertical strut, a connecting bar hingedly securing to the lower hinge and an upper hinge;a pectoral assembly secured to the upper hinge;wherein at least one of the upper and lower hinges is adjustable so as to modify an angle at which the connecting bar is positioned so as to alleviate pressure on a sternum of a wearer.2. The upper body support of claim 1 , wherein the pectoral assembly defines a stem directly connecting to the sternal assembly and first and second arms extending obliquely from the stem.3. The upper body support of claim 2 , wherein first and second of pectoral pads are pivotally mounted to end portions of the first and second arms claim 2 , respectively.4. The upper body support of claim 3 , wherein the first and second pectoral pads have padding material and a plurality of ventilation openings.5. The upper body support of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second hinges is pivotable and lockable to a particular orientation.6. The upper body support of claim 1 , wherein the first hinge includes first and second connection members are arranged to rotate relative to one another about a pivot point.7. The upper body support of claim 6 , wherein the ...

PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC, AMBULATORY, AND MOBILITY VEST

A physiotherapeutic device has a waist tensioning system and a spine support system that enable correction and/or maintaining postural stance for individuals suffering from poor posture and/or neurodegenerative disease. The device provides a posture support and retention system during episodes of postural instability to enable individuals to maintain posture and balance while performing functions. The device includes a garment with shoulder straps extending from the tensioning system to generate force vectors in a direction opposite of those generated by traditional shoulder straps. A rigid support member is disposed in the garment to run parallel with the spinal column. The shoulder straps and waist straps tie into an anchor located on a portion of the garment directly over the support member. The connected components work in concert to actively and passively adjust tension and apply pressure to straighten shoulders and improve the upper back support. 1. A posture support device , comprising:a garment including a back portion conjoined with two front panels, wherein a middle of the back portion extends upward to form a cervical expansion portion and extends downward to form a lumbar extension portion;a support member pouch disposed on the back portion configured to retain a support member in alignment with a user's spine;a tensioner mechanism, including a central member extending from the cervical expansion portion and an anchor in mechanical connection with the central member;at least one waist strap attached to the lumbar expansion portion and configured to be routed through the anchor and wrapped around the garment; and,at least one shoulder strap having a first end attached to a top, rear portion of the garment and a second end attached to the central member.2. The posture support device recited in claim 1 , further comprising fasteners disposed on a surface of each front panel claim 1 , wherein the fasteners are configured to enable engagement with each other. ...

Removable Pediatric Hip Orthotic

A removable and replaceable hip orthotic that includes a back panel formed from a rigid material that supports a patient's lumbar area; a front panel formed from the rigid material that supports the patient's abdomen area and is hinged to the back panel to allow application and removal of the orthotic to the patient; a leg support that extends from the back support that includes a space that allows a patient's leg to pass through into the leg support; and straps to secure the back panel to the front panel and the leg into the leg support. 1. An orthotic comprising:a back panel formed of a rigid material and configured to support a patient's lumbar region;a front panel formed of the rigid material and configured to support the patient's lower abdomen region, wherein the front panel is attached to the back panel via a hinge and the front panel is at least partially rotatable about the hinge, and wherein the front panel, when in a first position, can be secured to the back panel around the patient with at least one strap and when in a second position, can accommodate the removal and application of the orthotic to a patient; andat least one leg support, configured to support a patient's leg in a therapeutic position wherein the leg support is formed from the rigid material that extends from a lateral edge of the back panel and further comprises a gap that extends from a proximal end of the leg support to a distal end of the leg support wherein the patient's leg can pass through the gap into the leg support and can be secured in place by at least one strap.2. The orthotic of claim 1 , wherein the orthotic further comprises a layer of padding that extends along an inside surface of the orthotic claim 1 , wherein the padding layer is removable from the orthotic.3. The orthotic of claim 1 , wherein the back panel further comprises an aperture located generally in the patient's diaper area wherein the aperture is configured to allow diapering of the patient.4. The orthotic ...

LUMBAR SUPPORT APPARATUS FOR POWERED EXOSKELETON

A lumbar support apparatus for a powered exoskeleton includes a support member and a lumbar support member. The support member includes a back portion, a first arm, and a second arm. The back portion has a first surface and a second surface that extends between a back portion first end and a back portion second end. The first arm extends from the back portion first end. The first arm defines a first attachment point for a first leg support. The second arm extends from the back portion second end. The second arm defines a second attachment point for a second leg support. The lumbar support member is disposed on the first surface of the back portion. 1. A lumbar support apparatus for a powered exoskeleton , comprising: a back portion having a first surface and a second surface extending between a back portion first end and a back portion second end,', 'a first arm extending from the back portion first end, first arm defining a first attachment point for a first leg support, and', 'a second arm extending from the back portion second end, the second arm defining a second attachment point for a second leg support; and, 'a support member including'}a lumbar support member disposed on the first surface of the back portion.2. The lumbar support apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lumbar support member includes a base member having a first side claim 1 , a second side disposed opposite the first side claim 1 , a third side extending between the first side and the second side claim 1 , a fourth side extending from the first side towards a fifth side claim 1 , and a sixth side extending towards the fifth side.3. The lumbar support apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the fourth side and the sixth side become progressively closer to each other in a direction that extends towards the fifth side.4. The lumbar support apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the lumbar support member further includes a base surface that extends between the first side claim 2 , the second side claim 2 , the third ...

THORACIC LUMBAR SACRAL ORTHOSIS ATTACHMENT

A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis attachment for configuring an orthopedic device as a thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis by connecting the attachment to the orthopedic device. The attachment has an anterior aspect including an anterior panel arranged to connect to an orthopedic device. An anterior thoracic extension (ATE) is securable to the anterior panel, and a support bar extends from the ATE. A strap system includes an axillary strap system and/or a shoulder strap system removably securing onto a surface of the orthopedic device, and/or the ATE. 1. A thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis attachment for configuring an orthopedic device as a thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis by connecting the TLSO attachment to the orthopedic device , the TLSO attachment comprising:an anterior panel arranged to connect to the orthopedic device;an anterior thoracic extension (ATE) secured to the anterior panel;a support bar extending from the ATE;at least one strap system including an axillary strap system and/or a shoulder strap system removably securing onto a surface of the orthopedic device.2. The TLSO attachment of claim 1 , wherein the support bar includes at least one boss protruding from the support bar claim 1 , the at least one strap system including a fastener for removably securing to the at least one boss.3. The TLSO attachment of claim 2 , wherein the fastener is arranged with an engagement element for receiving a segment of the at least one strap system.4. The TLSO attachment of claim 2 , wherein the fastener defines a fitting arranged for securing about the at least one boss.5. The TLSO attachment of claim 1 , wherein the ATE comprises first and second parts connected to one another by a first hinge claim 1 , the second part hingedly coupling to the support bar at a second hinge.6. The TLSO attachment of claim 6 , wherein the first part has a first interlocking section arranged to couple to a fourth interlocking section extending from the support bar claim 6 , the second part ...

Pelvic binders

Embodiments of pelvic binders and associated techniques are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a pelvic binder may include an elongate member, a first attachment member coupled proximate to a first end of the elongate member and having an elastic portion and a reference portion, and a second attachment member removably coupled to the elongate member. The pelvic binder may also include a target indicator positioned proximate to the first end of the elongate member so as to indicate that the elastic portion is under a predetermined amount of tension when the reference portion is aligned with the target indicator. Other embodiments may be disclosed and/or claimed.

Wearable Support Structure For At Least Partly Relieving A Human Body During Leaning Or Bending Over

Wearable support structure for at least partly relieving a human body during leaning or bending over, said structure comprising a frame having a chest support, pivoting arrangements for pivoting the support structure in correspondence with the leaning or bending or the human body, an elongated stay connected to said chest support, a lumbar support, connected to said pivoting arrangements, and arranged for bearing upon a lumbar area of said human body, and a thigh support, connected to said pivoting arrangements, and arranged for bearing upon a front side of a thigh area of said human body. The wearable support structure comprises a connecting device for detachably connecting at least one of: said thigh support to said pivoting arrangements; said elongated stay to said chest support; and said elongated stay to said pivoting arrangements. 1201201. Wearable support structure () for at least partly relieving a human body during leaning or bending over , said structure () comprising a frame having:{'b': '202', 'a chest support () for bearing upon a chest of said human body;'}{'b': '207', 'pivoting arrangements () for pivoting the support structure in correspondence with the leaning or bending or the human body;'}{'b': 203', '203', '202', '207, 'i': a', 'b, 'an elongated stay (, ) connected to said chest support (), provided to extend substantially alongside said human body and connected to said pivoting arrangements (),'}{'b': 203', '203, 'i': a', 'b, 'wherein said stay (, ) is arranged such that said stay is in a first state corresponding with an upright position of said human body when being unloaded, and arranged to be biased back to said first state when being into a second state corresponding with a leaning or bending position of said human body,'}{'b': 204', '207, 'a lumbar support (), connected to said pivoting arrangements (), and arranged for bearing upon a lumbar area of said human body, and'}{'b': 214', '207', '201', '1', '101, 'a thigh support (), connected ...

ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE FOR TREATMENT OF THE BACK

In an embodiment, an orthopedic device in the form of a lumbar support includes first and second elongate belt members, an anatomically shaped plate, and a closure system connecting the belt members to the plate. The closure system is arranged to move the belt members relative to the plate, and connects to the belt members via a flexible belt attachment which removably secures to the belt members. The closure system includes tensioning elements corresponding to the belt members, and a pulley system connecting to the tensioning elements. The closure system is slidably mounted to the plate and arranged to the belt members relative to the plate between opposed linear directions. The plate has various contours which provide pressure distribution over a lumbar region of a back. Anatomically shaped and resiliently formed handles secure to the tensioning elements and the belt members. 114-. (canceled)15. A lumbar support , comprising:first and second belt members each including first and second end portions, the first and second belt members detachably securable to one another by overlapping and engaging the second end portions thereof;a closure system arranged to permit movement of the first and second belt members between first and second linear directions, the closure system including first and second pulley connectors each carrying at least one pulley and securing to the first end portions of the first and second belt members, respectively;a first tensioning element having a handle located at a first end portion thereof and adapted to engage a surface material of at least one of the first and second belt members to adjust the closure system, the first tensioning element having a second end portion extending through the at least one pulley of the first and second pulley connectors and spanning a clearance between the second end portions of the first and second belt members;a covering concealing the closure system, the first end portions of the first and second belt ...

Back posture straightening device

A back posture straightening device includes an elastic cable having two end portions secured together to form an endless loop, and a retainer bridge engaged between two segments of the elastic cable for separating the segments of the elastic cable from each other and for forming an eight (8)-shaped structure for the back posture straightening device and for engaging onto shoulder portions of a user, the retainer bridge includes a base element and an adjustable element engaged with the segments of the elastic cable, and the base element and the adjustable element are adjustable relative to each other for adjusting a distance between the segments of the elastic cable.

BACK-BRACE ASSISTIVE DEVICE

There is disclosed a back-brace assistive device for supporting a proper lifting posture of a user, including a back-brace assembly featuring a series of interconnected and articulating vertebrae assemblies, as well as an upper back plate assembly and a lower back plate assembly, each in connection with the series of the vertebrae assemblies. Each vertebrae assembly fits into the adjacent assembly via a ball joint, and the series of the vertebrae assemblies couples with the upper and the lower back plate assemblies via additional ball joints. At least one support component extends from the upper back plate assembly, across the series of the articulating vertebrae assemblies, to the lower back plate assembly to provide rigidity and articulation support for the vertebrae assemblies. An anchoring mechanism such as a harness attaches to the back-brace assembly to secure the back-brace assembly to the user's back. Other embodiments are also disclosed. 1. A back-brace assistive device , comprising: a series of interconnected vertebrae assemblies;', 'an upper back plate assembly coupled with the series of the vertebrae assemblies;', 'a lower back plate assembly coupled with the series of the vertebrae assemblies, wherein a plurality of ball joints interconnect the series of the vertebrae assemblies with one another, with the upper back plate assembly, and with the lower back plate assembly; and', 'at least one support component extending from the upper back plate assembly, across each of the vertebrae assemblies, to the lower back plate assembly; and, 'a back-brace assembly havingan anchoring mechanism attached to the back-brace assembly, the anchoring mechanism configured to secure the series of the vertebrae assemblies against a spine of a user.2. The back-brace assistive device of claim 1 , wherein:each of the vertebrae assemblies comprises a vertebrae body and a vertebrae cover, the vertebrae body having an upper end and a lower end;a spherical bearing protrudes from ...

ADJUSTABLE LORDOSIS ORTHOPEDIC INSERT FOR A BACK BRACE

An adjustable lordosis orthopedic insert and method of adjusting the lordosis orthopedic insert for an anatomy of a patient has a first support member configured to support a lordosis of a user's spine and a second adjustable member permanently connected to the first support member. The second adjustable member also has a relatively movable other end with a plurality of lordotic position settings to match corresponding first support member lordotic attachment positions to enable the first support member to conform to a desired setting angle. Fasteners extend through the first support member and the second adjustable member to permanently fix one of the plurality of lordotic position settings to configure the first support member at the desired lordosis setting angle. When appropriately adjusted to a setting angle, the lordosis orthopedic insert can be mounted within the flexible padded covering member for fixation to an appropriate back. 1. An adjustable lordosis orthopedic insert for an orthotic back brace comprising:a first support member configured to provide support for a lordosis of a user's spine;a second adjustable member connected at one end to the first support member and having, adjacent the other end, a plurality of lordotic position settings, wherein a corresponding first support member lordotic attachment positions are configured for attachment to one of the plurality of lordotic position settings to enable a configuration of the first support member to conform to a setting angle between 0° to 25° to apply a desired lordosis configuration support for the user; anda fastener for extending through the first support member and the second adjustable member to permanently attach one of the plurality of lordotic position settings with one of the support member attachment positions.2. The adjustable lordosis orthopedic insert of wherein the first support member and the second adjustable member are flat plastic members with respective parallel front and rear ...

DORSAL LUMBAR EXTENSION BRACE WITH TENSIONING SYSTEM

A spinal brace having a waist or abdominal portion, a dorsal lumbar insert, shoulder straps, and one or more cable tensioning systems that enables a user to tighten the waist or abdominal portion while at the same time tightening the shoulder straps to encourage extension. 1. A spinal brace , comprising:a waist portion configured for encircling and being adjustably tensionable about the waist of a user;a dorsal lumbar extension extending from a rear portion of the waist portion;a shoulder strap positionable to extend over a shoulder of the user and connectable to the dorsal lumbar extension and releasably connectable to the waist portion;a cable connected to the waist portion for tensioning only the waist portion about the waist of the user and selectively also connectable to the shoulder strap for simultaneously tensioning both the waist portion and the shoulder strap when the cable is also connected to the shoulder strap; anda cable tensioner operably associated with the cable to adjust the tension of the cable, wherein adjustment of the tension of the cable tensions only the waist portion about the waist of the user when the cable is connected only to the waist portion and simultaneously adjusts the tension of the waist portion of the brace about the waist of the user and the tension of the shoulder strap when the cable is also connected to the shoulder strap.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. A spinal brace , comprising:a waist portion configured for encircling and being adjustably tensionable about the waist of a user;a shoulder strap positionable to extend over a shoulder of the user and releasably connectable to the waist portion;a cable connected to the waist portion for tensioning only the waist portion about the waist of the user and selectively also connectable to the shoulder strap for simultaneously tensioning both the waist portion and the shoulder strap when the cable is also connected to the shoulder strap; anda cable tensioner ...

SCOLIOSIS TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

A system of multiple scoliosis treatment braces is custom fitted for a torso of a patient and organized in a sequential series, with each of the braces varying from a previous brace in the series by at least one shape characteristic. The sequential series of braces includes an initial treatment brace with an initial configuration that conforms to an initial shape of the torso, a final treatment brace with a final configuration that approximates a desired shape of the torso, and at least one intermediate treatment brace with an intermediate configuration that approximates a torso shape between the initial configuration and the final configuration. The initial configuration, the intermediate configuration and the final configuration may be determined, at least in part, by a single digital profile of the torso of the patient. 1. A system of multiple scoliosis treatment braces custom fitted for a torso of a patient and organized in a sequential series , with each of the braces varying from a previous brace in the series by at least one shape characteristic , the system comprising:an initial treatment brace of the multiple scoliosis treatment braces, wherein the initial treatment brace has an initial configuration that conforms more closely to an initial shape of the torso than any of the other multiple scoliosis treatment braces;a final treatment brace of the multiple scoliosis treatment braces, wherein the final treatment brace has a final configuration that approximates a desired shape of the torso; andat least one intermediate treatment brace of the multiple scoliosis treatment braces, wherein each of the at least one intermediate treatment braces has a different intermediate configuration that approximates a torso shape between the initial configuration and the final configuration,wherein the initial configuration, the intermediate configuration and the final configuration are determined, at least in part, by a single digital profile of the torso of the patient.2. ...

PELVIC TILT BRACE

A pelvic tilt brace includes a main structural member for wrapping around a waist of a wearer including an inner and an outer side, and a fastening mechanism having a first and a second securing feature on opposite ends of the main structural member for fastening together. A first semi-rigid component pair and a second semi-rigid component pair that each include front and back components positioned opposite one another on the outer side, each including cord-involving hardware thereon. Cord portions are between the front and back components for the semi-rigid component pairs, with ≥1 cord attachment having a cord attachment end attached to the cord portions. The pelvic tilt brace is configured so that after being secured to the waist, and the cord attachment end is pulled forward and then secured, the semi-rigid component pairs apply a pressure to the pelvis providing a more neutral condition for the pelvis. 1. A method aligning a pelvis of a wearer , comprising:providing a pelvic tilt brace consisting of a one piece main structural member that has a width and a sufficient length to wrap around a waist of a wearer having an inner side and an outer side, a fastening mechanism having a first securing feature on one end of the main structural member and a second securing feature on an opposite end of the main structural member for fastening together, each of the first and the second semi-rigid component pairs each including a plurality of cord-involving hardware thereon oriented along the width direction, with cord portions between the front and the back components of each of the first and the second semi-rigid component pairs; wrapping the pelvic tilt brace across the waist so that the front components are positioned on a front portion of the pelvis and the back components are positioned on a back portion of the pelvis;', 'fastening the first securing feature to the second securing feature;', 'pulling at least one cord attachment having a cord attachment end coupled to ...

Expansion Band with Unilateral Strain and Manufacturing Method Thereof

An expansion band includes a first layer, a second layer, a shrinking layer for shrinking the first layer and the second layer, a bond line for sealing the first layer and the second layer to form an inner space therein and dividing the inner space into a plurality of air passages which communicate with each other, and an air nozzle communicate with the air passage. The shrinking layer includes a third layer overlapped on the second layer and a plurality of elastic bands extended between the second and third layers. 1. An expansion band , comprising:first, second, and third layers, wherein said first layer, second layer, and said third layer are bonded together to form a bond line, wherein outlines of said first and second layers are sealed by said bond line to form an inner space between said first and second layers, wherein said bond line seals said outlines of said first and second layer to form said inner space and bonds regions of said first and second layers to divide said inner space into a plurality of air passages which communicate with each other; anda plurality of elastic bands extended between said second layer and said third layer.2. The expansion band claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein said bond line bonds regions of said second and third layers to form a plurality of passages that said elastic bands are guided to pass through said passages respectively.3. The expansion band claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein each of said elastic bands is stretched in a stretching state and is fixed to said third layer.4. The expansion band claim 2 , as recited in claim 2 , wherein each of said elastic bands is stretched in a stretching state and is fixed to said third layer.5. The expansion band as recited in claim 1 , wherein said elastic bands parallel extends on said second layer in a width direction thereof.6. The expansion band as recited in claim 4 , wherein said elastic bands parallel extends on said second layer in a width direction thereof.7. ...

Compositions and Methods for Treating Severe Pain

The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions. 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:a) about 10% to 30% of a propionic acid derivative NSAID by weight of the pharmaceutical composition, the NSAID including a free acid of a propionic acid derivative NSAID, a salt of a propionic acid derivative NSAID, a solvate of a propionic acid derivative NSAID, or a solvate of a salt of a propionic acid derivative NSAID;b) about 5% to about 15% of a liquid polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymer by weight of the pharmaceutical composition;c) about 20% to about 50% of a hard fat by weight of the pharmaceutical composition, the hard fat comprising a mixture of triglycerides; andd) about 10% to about 30% of a liquid fat by weight of the pharmaceutical composition, the liquid fat comprising a partially hydrolyzed glycerolipid,wherein the pharmaceutical composition is formulated to be a solid at a temperature of about 15° C. or lower and have a melting point temperature in the range of about 25° C. or higher.2. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1 , wherein the propionic acid derivative NSAID is about 20% to about 30% by weight of the pharmaceutical composition.3. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 2 , wherein the propionic acid derivative NSAID is in an amount from about 25% to about 30% by weight of the pharmaceutical composition.4. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1 , wherein the propionic acid derivative NSAID comprises an Alminoprofen claim 1 , a Benoxaprofen claim 1 , a Dexketoprofen claim 1 , a Fenoprofen claim 1 , a a Flurbiprofen claim 1 , an Ibuprofen claim 1 , an Indoprofen claim 1 , a Ketoprofen claim 1 , a Loxoprofen claim 1 , a Naproxen claim 1 , an Oxaprozin claim 1 , a Pranoprofen claim 1 , or a Suprofen.5. The ...

An Orthosis

An orthosis for treating a spine, the orthosis comprising a body having a base to support the orthosis on a surface and an upwardly facing surface having an undulating profile to align the spine of a user and support thoracic spinous processes of the spine, the upwardly facing surface including a longitudinal channel for receiving thoracic spinous processes of the user and a plurality of transverse channels that are arranged transversely to the longitudinal channel, wherein the undulating profile includes crests that are located on either side of the longitudinal channel.

TIGHTENING SYSTEM FOR ORTHOTICS

Tightening systems for braces and other objects are provided. One or more housings can be provided, each of which includes a top surface, a set of lobes positioned on and along the top surface, and a set of sheaves that are sized and dimensioned to be rotatably secured between the top surface and the set of lobe. 1. A tightening system , comprising:a housing having a top surface;a set of lobes positioned on the top surface, and including a first lobe;wherein a first portion of the top surface includes a recessed path, and wherein the first lobe and the first portion form an opening that is sized and dimensioned to receive a first sheave; andwherein the first sheave is configured to be rotatably secured at least partially between the first lobe and the first portion.2. The tightening system of claim 1 , wherein the top surface of the housing comprises a thinned region that extends along at least 50% of a length of the housing.3. The tightening system of claim 2 , wherein the thinned region extends along at least 25% of an outer edge of the housing.4. The tightening system of claim 3 , wherein the thinned region includes the recessed path.5. The tightening system of claim 1 , wherein the first sheave comprises a first pin sized and dimensioned to at least partially be positioned within the recessed path.6. The tightening system of claim 5 , wherein the first lobe comprises first and second pieces that are separated by a gap claim 5 , and wherein the gap is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the first pin.7. The tightening system of claim 1 , wherein the first lobe comprises a blocking member.8. The tightening system of claim 7 , wherein the first lobe and blocking member comprises a single piece.9. The tightening system of claim 8 , wherein the single piece comprises an aperture sized and dimensioned to receive a first cord.10. The tightening system of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises first and second ends connected by left and right sides ...

BRACES HAVING INELASTIC AND ELASTIC MATERIALS

Lower back braces and materials for braces having an elastic base and inelastic strands or tightening mechanism(s) are provided. An elastic base material could be made effectively inelastic by tightening an inelastic cord that extends across the elastic base material. Additionally or alternatively, an elastic base material could include one or more inelastic strands that define one or more inelastic compression zones in an otherwise elastic base. 1. A brace that provides support to a lower spine of a wearer , comprising:a belt comprising first and second lateral panels; an elastic base having a first elasticity in a first direction; and', 'a first set of inelastic strands incorporated into a first portion of the elastic base along the first direction to define a first inelastic zone between a first elastic zone and a second elastic zone bordering opposite sides of the first inelastic zone; and, 'wherein the first lateral panel compriseswherein the first lateral panel has a second elasticity in the first direction and along the first inelastic zone that is less than 50% of the first elasticity.2. The brace of claim 1 , further comprising a mid-panel positioned between the first and second lateral panels claim 1 , wherein the mid-panel claim 1 , the right lateral panel and the left lateral panel comprise separate pieces that are coupled to one another to form the belt.3. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the first portion extends across at least 50% of a length of the elastic base.4. The brace of claim 1 , further comprising a mid-panel positioned between the first and second lateral panels claim 1 , and a tightening system that extends across the mid-panel.5. The brace of claim 1 , wherein a top edge of the first lateral panel has a third elasticity that is greater than the second elasticity.6. The brace of claim 5 , wherein the first elasticity is substantially the same as the third elasticity.7. The brace of claim 1 , wherein a height of the first inelastic zone is ...

Vertebral decompression device

The invention relates to a vertebral decompression device ( 10 ) configured to surround a user's trunk, the device comprising: upper support means ( 12 ) configured to surround a first portion of the trunk; lower support means ( 14 ) configured to surround a second portion of the trunk; and elongation means ( 16 ) mounted on the upper support means ( 12 ) and the lower support means ( 14 ) and configured to exert a separating force on the lower and upper support means tending to move the lower support means away from the upper support means. The invention is characterized by the fact that the device further includes an electronic control system ( 18 ) for controlling the elongation means ( 16 ) in such a manner as to maintain a determined distraction force on the user's vertebral column.