公开(公告)号：US07918813B2

公开(公告)日：2011-04-05

申请号：US12074686

申请日：2008-03-05

申请人： Jesse Drake ,  Richard J. Clement ,  Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Jesse Drake ,  Richard J. Clement ,  Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： A61F5/00 ,  A61F5/37 ,  A61F13/06

CPC分类号： A61F5/0113

摘要： An apparatus and method for treating plantar fasciitis are disclosed. In one embodiment of the apparatus, a dorsal splint device includes an upper portion and a foot portion which are pivotally connected to one another. A strap allows attachment of the upper portion to a suitable portion of the leg, such as the calf. A tensioning element, such as a shock cord, urges the foot portion and the upper portion toward one another. The tension provided by the tensioning element may be adjusted by adjusting the length of the tensioning element. In the method of the present invention, the tensioning element may be first unhooked to allow pivoting of the foot portion with respect to the upper portion so that the device may be attached to a user. The tensioning element is then hooked to the device at the appropriate position to provide the desired tension urging the foot portion toward the upper portion.

摘要翻译： 公开了一种治疗足底筋膜炎的装置和方法。 在该装置的一个实施例中，背夹板装置包括彼此枢转地连接的上部部分和脚部部分。 带子允许将上部部分附接到腿部的适当部分，例如小腿。 诸如电击绳的张紧元件将脚部和上部彼此推动。 可以通过调节张紧元件的长度来调节由张紧元件提供的张力。 在本发明的方法中，张紧元件可以是首先未钩挂以允许脚部相对于上部部分枢转，使得该装置可以附接到使用者。 然后将张紧元件在适当的位置处钩挂到装置，以提供将脚部朝向上部推动的期望的张力。

公开(公告)号：US20090227928A1

公开(公告)日：2009-09-10

申请号：US12074686

申请日：2008-03-05

申请人： Jesse Drake ,  Richard J. Clement ,  Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Jesse Drake ,  Richard J. Clement ,  Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： A61F5/00

CPC分类号： A61F5/0113

摘要： An apparatus and method for treating plantar fasciitis are disclosed. In one embodiment of the apparatus, a dorsal splint device includes an upper portion and a foot portion which are pivotally connected to one another. A strap allows attachment of the upper portion to a suitable portion of the leg, such as the calf. The foot portion is typically attached to the foot by use of a strap. A tensioning element, such as a shock cord, urges the foot portion and the upper portion toward one another. The tension provided by the tensioning element may be adjusted by adjusting the length of the tensioning element. In the method of the present invention, the tensioning element may be first unhooked to allow pivoting of the foot portion with respect to the upper portion so that the device may be attached to a user. The upper portion is attached to the calf, while the lower portion is attached to the foot. The tensioning element is then hooked to the device at the appropriate position to provide the desired tension urging the foot portion toward the upper portion.

摘要翻译： 公开了一种治疗足底筋膜炎的装置和方法。 在该装置的一个实施例中，背夹板装置包括彼此枢转地连接的上部部分和脚部部分。 带子允许将上部部分附接到腿部的适当部分，例如小腿。 脚部通常通过使用带子附接到脚部。 诸如电击绳的张紧元件将脚部和上部彼此推动。 可以通过调节张紧元件的长度来调节由张紧元件提供的张力。 在本发明的方法中，张紧元件可以是首先未钩挂以允许脚部相对于上部部分枢转，使得该装置可以附接到使用者。 上部附接到小腿，而下部附接到脚。 然后将张紧元件在适当的位置处钩挂到装置，以提供将脚部朝向上部推动的期望的张力。

公开(公告)号：US07836529B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-23

申请号：US12070084

申请日：2008-02-15

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jesse Drake

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jesse Drake

IPC分类号： A47C31/00 ,  G08B21/22

CPC分类号： A47C31/00 ,  G08B21/22 ,  Y10S5/94

摘要： A method and apparatus is disclosed for sensing when a person is disposed on or arises from a support that flexes or sags when a person is disposed thereon. Such supports include beds, supports for a mattress or a seat, such as a sling-type seat found on wheelchairs. In one embodiment, an assembly is positioned beneath the support and includes a sensor. The sensor indicates when tension on the assembly exceeds a certain amount which is indicative of sagging of the support. The assembly may be adjustable in length to maintain proper tension in the absence of sag. The sensor may be a switch that includes a plunger which operates against the bias of a biasing member which either completes or interrupts an electrical circuit in response to tension placed on the assembly due to sagging of the support. In another embodiment, the assembly may be at least partially elastic. In yet another embodiment, a strain gauge may be employed to detect stretching of the assembly due to sagging of the support. In the method of the invention, a signal received from the sensor may be employed either with or without a processor to activate an alarm or to activate a light or to activate another audible signal or to send a signal over a telephone line. In addition, the signal received may be used to activate or deactivate a brake on a wheelchair.

摘要翻译： 一种方法和装置被公开用于感测何时将人置于或从其上安置人的位置时出现弯曲或下垂的支撑件出现。 这种支撑件包括床，用于床垫或座椅的支撑件，例如在轮椅上发现的吊索式座椅。 在一个实施例中，组件位于支撑件下方并且包括传感器。 传感器指示组件上的张力超过一定量，这表示支撑件的下垂。 该组件的长度可以是可调节的，以便在没有松弛的情况下保持适当的张力。 传感器可以是开关，其包括抵抗偏置构件的偏压而操作的柱塞，该柱塞响应由于支撑件的下垂而放置在组件上的张力而完成或中断电路。 在另一个实施例中，组件可以至少部分弹性。 在另一个实施例中，应变计可用于检测由于支撑件的下垂而导致的组件的拉伸。 在本发明的方法中，从传感器接收到的信号可以与处理器一起使用，也可以不使用处理器来激活警报，或者激活光或者激活另一个可听信号，或通过电话线发送信号。 此外，所接收的信号可用于激活或停用轮椅上的制动器。

公开(公告)号：US20080136226A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-12

申请号：US12070084

申请日：2008-02-15

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jesse Drake

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jesse Drake

IPC分类号： A47C31/12

CPC分类号： A47C31/00 ,  G08B21/22 ,  Y10S5/94

摘要： A method and apparatus is disclosed for sensing when a person is disposed on or arises from a support that flexes or sags when a person is disposed thereon. Such supports include beds, supports for a mattress or a seat, such as a sling-type seat found on wheelchairs. In one embodiment, an assembly is positioned beneath the support and includes a sensor. The sensor indicates when tension on the assembly exceeds a certain amount which is indicative of sagging of the support. The assembly may be adjustable in length to maintain proper tension in the absence of sag. The sensor may be a switch that includes a plunger which operates against the bias of a biasing member which either completes or interrupts an electrical circuit in response to tension placed on the assembly due to sagging of the support. In another embodiment, the assembly may be at least partially elastic. In yet another embodiment, a strain gauge may be employed to detect stretching of the assembly due to sagging of the support. In the method of the invention, a signal received from the sensor may be employed either with or without a processor to activate an alarm or to activate a light or to activate another audible signal or to send a signal over a telephone line. In addition, the signal received may be used to activate or deactivate a brake on a wheelchair.

摘要翻译： 一种方法和装置被公开用于感测何时将人置于或从其上安置人的位置时出现弯曲或下垂的支撑件出现。 这种支撑件包括床，用于床垫或座椅的支撑件，例如在轮椅上发现的吊索式座椅。 在一个实施例中，组件位于支撑件下方并且包括传感器。 传感器指示组件上的张力超过一定量，这表示支撑件的下垂。 该组件的长度可以是可调节的，以便在不存在凹陷的情况下保持适当的张力。 传感器可以是开关，其包括抵抗偏置构件的偏压而操作的柱塞，该柱塞响应由于支撑件的下垂而放置在组件上的张力而完成或中断电路。 在另一个实施例中，组件可以至少部分弹性。 在另一个实施例中，应变计可用于检测由于支撑件的下垂而导致的组件的拉伸。 在本发明的方法中，从传感器接收到的信号可以与处理器一起使用，也可以不使用处理器来激活警报，或者激活光或者激活另一个可听信号，或通过电话线发送信号。 此外，所接收的信号可用于激活或停用轮椅上的制动器。

公开(公告)号：US07026940B2

公开(公告)日：2006-04-11

申请号：US10335749

申请日：2003-01-02

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： G08B13/26 ,  G08B23/00

CPC分类号： G08B21/22

摘要： A chair having a monitoring device disposed on the back support of the chair for detecting a change in position of a patient. The monitoring device indicates when the patient is no longer in contact with the device to provide a warning when the patient is falling forward, or is slouching in the seat. The monitoring device may be a single sensor or multiple sensors. The monitoring device may be permanently affixed to the chair, or integrated into the back of the chair. The monitoring device may be adjustable in position, or it may be moveable from the back of the chair. Multiple monitoring devices may be provided, or a single monitoring device having multiple zones may be provided or detection or more complex behavior. Typically, an output is provided to a controller which may or may not activate a warning system. The warning system may be visual, such as a light, or it may be audible, such as a siren or the like. The warning system may be either adjacent to or remote from the patient. A counter may be used to enable a time delay before a warning is sounded to avoid false alarms. A method is also provided for detecting movement of a patient in a chair utilizing a monitoring device disposed on the back support of the chair.

摘要翻译： 一种具有设置在椅子的后支撑上的监视装置的椅子，用于检测患者位置的变化。 监测装置指示患者什么时候不再与该装置接触，以便当患者向前坠落或在座椅中怠速时提供警告。 监测装置可以是单个传感器或多个传感器。 监视装置可以永久地固定在椅子上，或者整合到椅子的后部。 监视装置可以在位置上调节，或者可以从椅子的后部移动。 可以提供多个监视设备，或者可以提供具有多个区域的单个监视设备或检测或更复杂的行为。 通常，向控制器提供输出，该控制器可以激活或不激活警告系统。 警告系统可以是视觉的，例如光，或者它可以是可听见的，例如警报器等。 警告系统可以与患者相邻或远离患者。 在发出警告之前，可以使用计数器来启用时间延迟，以避免误报。 还提供一种用于使用设置在椅子的后支撑件上的监视装置来检测患者在椅子中的运动的方法。

公开(公告)号：US5015251A

公开(公告)日：1991-05-14

申请号：US676565

申请日：1984-11-30

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： A44B18/00 ,  A61B17/132 ,  A61F5/37 ,  A61F13/02 ,  A61M25/02

CPC分类号： A44B18/0084 ,  A44B18/0003 ,  A61B17/132 ,  A61F13/0273 ,  A61F5/3738 ,  A61M25/02 ,  A61M2025/026 ,  Y10S128/15 ,  Y10T24/14 ,  Y10T24/27 ,  Y10T428/24017

摘要： A medical fastener strap for engaging the body has an elongated stiff strip of resilient engaging members on one side and a mating and overlapping elongated softer strip of material on a second side carrying coacting engaging members for coacting with the first strip. The strap is wrapped about a body member and overlapped at its ends to form a Velcro-type fastener. Parallel edges of the softer strip extend over and beyond edges of the stiffer strip and are positioned adjacent the body to cushion and protect the body from the stiff strip in use.

摘要翻译： 用于接合主体的医疗紧固带具有在一侧上的细长的弹性接合构件的条带，以及在第二侧上配合和重叠的细长的较柔软的材料带，其承载与第一条带共同作用的共同作用的接合构件。 带子围绕身体部件缠绕并在其端部重叠以形成魔术贴型紧固件。 较软的条带的平行边缘延伸越过刚性条带的边缘并越过边缘并且被定位成邻近身体以在使用中缓冲并保护身体免受刚性条带的影响。

公开(公告)号：US20120032808A1

公开(公告)日：2012-02-09

申请号：US12850165

申请日：2010-08-04

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： G08B23/00

CPC分类号： G08B21/22

摘要： A patient monitoring device for use with a patient and a caregiver is provided. The patient monitoring device may include a warning system configured to provide an alarm to indicate, to a caregiver, a change in the position of a patient and a flexible tether extending outwardly from the warning system. The monitoring device may include a clip configured to be removably coupled to the tether and removably coupled to the patient, where the warning system is configured to activate the alarm when the clip is decoupled from the tether.

摘要翻译： 提供了一种与患者和护理人员一起使用的患者监护装置。 患者监视装置可以包括警报系统，该警告系统被配置为提供警报以向照顾者指示患者的位置的变化以及从警告系统向外延伸的柔性系绳。 监测装置可以包括被构造成可拆卸地联接到系绳并且可拆卸地联接到患者的夹子，其中警报系统被配置为当夹子与系绳解耦时激活警报。

公开(公告)号：US5316545A

公开(公告)日：1994-05-31

申请号：US982877

申请日：1992-11-30

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini

IPC分类号： A43B7/14 ,  A43B7/28 ,  A43B23/17 ,  A61F5/01 ,  A61F5/00

CPC分类号： A43B7/141 ,  A43B23/17 ,  A43B7/1465 ,  A43B7/28 ,  A61F5/01 ,  A61F5/0111 ,  Y10S602/90

摘要： A preform for use in forming orthotic devices which have a memory in the original preform shape. The preform is preferably formed into a final body shape which retains a memory of the original preform shape.

摘要翻译： 用于形成具有原始预制件形状的记忆体的矫形装置的预成型件。 优选地，预型件形成为保持原始预制件形状的存储器的最终体形。

公开(公告)号：US6017006A

公开(公告)日：2000-01-25

申请号：US822358

申请日：1992-01-12

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jonathan C. Bretz

发明人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jonathan C. Bretz

IPC分类号： A47B21/03 ,  B41J11/62

CPC分类号： A47B21/0371 ,  Y10S248/918

摘要： A keyboard wrist rest supports wrists in a comfortable position in front of a keyboard by use of a plural functional layered device having a cradling layer operatively engaging the wrist in use, and a support firm wrist positioning layer providing for a defined wrist support distance above an operating surface. The plural layered wrist rest device can have a firm foam acting as the positioning layer and a soft foam acting as a cradling layer for the wrist.

摘要翻译： 键盘腕托通过使用多功能分层装置在键盘前方的舒适位置支撑手腕，所述多功能分层装置具有操作性地与使用中的手腕接合的托盘层，以及支撑牢固的腕部定位层， 操作面。 多层的腕托装置可以具有作为定位层的坚固的泡沫和用作手腕的起泡层的软泡沫。

公开(公告)号：USD336898S

公开(公告)日：1993-06-29

申请号：US728936

申请日：1991-07-15

申请人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jonathan C. Bretz

设计人： Julian H. Cherubini ,  Jonathan C. Bretz