公开(公告)号：US20100004104A1

公开(公告)日：2010-01-07

申请号：US12217112

申请日：2008-07-02

Applicant: Norman P. Gustafson

Inventor： Norman P. Gustafson

IPC: A63B21/00

CPC classification number: A61H1/0274 ,  A61H2201/1276

Abstract: An Elastic Arc Anatomical Shoulder Pulley System for use in rehabilitation of various shoulder conditions. The device provides a means that a user can employ to produce passive shoulder motion that approximates the normal arc the shoulder describes during active movement. A door unit is included that allows for a convenient attachment site of a pulley. An arc that has elastic properties is routed through a pulley that is located above the user's head. Handles are attached to the elastic arc. The user pulls down on one handle to accomplish upward movement of an injured arm. The arc shape of the elastic arc insures that the movement produced corresponds to the normal arc shaped movement of the shoulder that is produced during active movement.

Abstract translation: 弹性圆弧解剖肩带滑轮系统用于各种肩膀状况的康复。 该装置提供了一种用户可以采用以产生被动肩部运动的手段，其近似于主动运动期间肩部所描述的正常弧度。 包括门单元，允许滑轮的方便的附接位置。 具有弹性特性的电弧通过位于用户头部上方的皮带轮穿过。 手柄连接到弹性弧。 使用者在一个把手上拉下来，使受伤的手臂向上移动。 弹性弧的弧形确保产生的运动对应于主动运动期间产生的肩部的正常弧形运动。

公开(公告)号：US5976058A

公开(公告)日：1999-11-02

申请号：US826778

申请日：1997-04-07

Applicant: Norman P. Gustafson

Inventor： Norman P. Gustafson

IPC: A61F5/01 ,  A61H1/00

CPC classification number: A61F5/0118

Abstract: A uniquely configurated splint designed to effect intrinsic muscle stretching includes a splint base and a splint tower. The splint base is secured to the arm of the person using the same. A palmar arch support is securable to the palm of the user and an end portion of the splint. The end portion of the splint has an upwardly projecting tower to which a finger supporting structure is secured. In use, the proximal and interphalangeal joints of the fingers are maintained in flexion and a force is exerted toward metacarpal phalangeal joint extension. This serves to stretch the intrinsic muscles of the hand. In order to accomplish this without also translating the flexor digitorum profundus tendon anteriorly, a palmar arch support is provided. The tower preferably generally overlies the palmar arch support. An associated method is disclosed.

Abstract translation: 设计用于实现内在肌肉拉伸的独特配置夹板包括夹板基座和夹板塔。 夹板基座使用相同的方式固定在人的手臂上。 手掌支撑可保护用户的手掌和夹板的端部。 夹板的端部具有向上突出的塔，手指支撑结构固定到该塔上。 在使用中，手指的近端和指间关节保持弯曲并且朝向掌骨指骨关节延伸部施加力。 这有助于拉伸手的内在肌肉。 为了实现这一点，还没有将屈肌腱韧带向前翻译，提供了手掌弓支撑。 塔优选地通常覆盖在手掌支架上。 公开了一种相关联的方法。

公开(公告)号：US06217536B1

公开(公告)日：2001-04-17

申请号：US08942183

申请日：1997-10-01

Applicant: Norman P. Gustafson

Inventor： Norman P. Gustafson

IPC: A61F500

CPC classification number: A61F5/32

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a generally dorsally directed force to the palm of a person's hand includes an upper structural support which is structured to be secured in generally overlying relationship with respect to the dorsal region of the metacarpals. The upper support has a base structured to be in contact with the hand and support for straps. A palmar compression pad is structured to be in contact with the palm of the hand with the strap or straps being placed in tension to thereby resist undesired movement of the flexor tendon and thereby reduce median nerve compression in the carpal tunnel. In a first embodiment the upper support will have a base, a pair of apertured towers secured to the base through which a strap or straps may pass and a suitable structure for fastening the strap or straps to the upper support. The strap or straps will preferably be adjustably and removably securable to regions adjacent the ends of the palmar compression pad. A bridge may be provided between the upper support towers for facilitating securing the strap or straps thereto. In another embodiment of the invention, the bridge and towers are eliminated. The palmar compression pad is generally rigid and has a pair of generally upwardly extending legs through which one or more straps pass with the upper support secured to the strap. The strap is placed in tension in order to provide the desired dorsally directed force to the palm of the user's hand. Related methods are provided.

Abstract translation: 用于向人的手掌施加大体上指向的力的装置包括上部结构支撑件，其被构造成相对于掌骨的背部区域以大体上覆盖的关系固定。 上支撑具有构造成与手接触并且支撑带的基部。 手掌压缩垫被构造成与手掌接触，带或带被放置在张力中，从而抵抗屈肌腱的不期望的运动，从而减少腕管中的中枢神经压迫。 在第一实施例中，上支撑件将具有基部，一对有孔的塔固定到基座上，带或带可穿过基座，以及用于将带或带紧固到上支撑件的合适结构。 皮带或皮带优选地可调节地并且可拆卸地固定到邻近手掌压缩垫的端部的区域。 可以在上支撑塔之间设置桥，以便于将带或带固定到其上。 在本发明的另一个实施例中，消除了桥和塔。 手掌压缩垫通常是刚性的并且具有一对大致向上延伸的支腿，一个或多个带子通过该支腿固定到带子上方。 带子处于紧张状态，以便将所需的背向力提供给使用者的手掌。 提供相关方法。

公开(公告)号：US5919151A

公开(公告)日：1999-07-06

申请号：US862003

申请日：1997-05-22

Applicant: Norman P. Gustafson

Inventor： Norman P. Gustafson

IPC: A61F5/32 ,  A61F5/00 ,  A61F5/37

CPC classification number: A61F5/32

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a generally dorsally directed force to the palm of a person's hand includes an upper structural support which is structured to be secured in generally overlying relationship with respect to the dorsal region of the metacarpals. The upper support has a base structured to be in contact with the hand and support for straps. A palmar compression pad is structured to be in contact with the palm of the hand with the strap or straps being placed in tension to thereby resist undesired movement of the flexor tendon and thereby reduce median nerve compression in the carpal tunnel. In a preferred embodiment the upper support win have a base, a pair of apertured towers secured to the base through which a strap or straps may pass and a suitable structure for fastening the strap or straps to the upper support. The strap or straps will preferably be adjustably and removably securable to regions adjacent the ends of the palmar compression pad. A bridge may be provided between the upper support towers for facilitating securing the strap or straps thereto. A related method is provided.

Abstract translation: 用于向人的手掌施加大体上指向的力的装置包括上部结构支撑件，其被构造成相对于掌骨的背部区域以大体上覆盖的关系固定。 上支撑具有构造成与手接触并且支撑带的基部。 手掌压缩垫被构造成与手掌接触，带或带被放置在张力中，从而抵抗屈肌腱的不期望的运动，从而减少腕管中的中枢神经压迫。 在优选实施例中，上部支撑部件具有基部，一对有孔的塔部固定到基部上，带子或带子可穿过该基部，以及用于将带子或带子紧固到上部支撑件的适当结构。 皮带或皮带优选地可调节地并且可拆卸地固定到邻近手掌压缩垫的端部的区域。 可以在上支撑塔之间设置桥，以便于将带或带固定到其上。 提供了相关的方法。

公开(公告)号：US5722622A

公开(公告)日：1998-03-03

申请号：US669150

申请日：1996-06-24

Applicant: Norman P. Gustafson

Inventor： Norman P. Gustafson

IPC: A47C7/54 ,  A47G21/08

CPC classification number: A47C7/54 ,  A47G21/08

Abstract: A portable, adjustable device which provides support, tactile feedback, and mechanical advantage to individuals with weakness, tremors, or poor motor control during the activity of self-feeding. The device consists of a base for attaching the device to various sized tables, a support slide holder and a support slide. During typical operation, once adjustments have been made and tightened down, the user places his or her arm in the bottom portion of the support slide and with support of the support slide, slides the arm toward the mouth until it rests in the top portion of the support slide wherein the user is able to consume a bite of food. The base of the device clamps to various size tables. The support slide is connected to the base through a support slide holder which allows vertical and horizontal adjustment of the support slide. The support slide itself is arced in the horizontal and vertical planes in a fashion that approximates the arc of the arm during non-supported self-feeding. The support slide includes specially shaped segments at the top and bottom for additional control for the user in these areas.

Abstract translation: 便携式，可调节的装置，在自我喂食活动期间为弱点，震颤或运动控制不良的个人提供支持，触觉反馈和机械优势。 该装置包括用于将装置连接到各种尺寸的桌子的底座，支撑滑动架和支撑滑块。 在典型的操作过程中，一旦进行调整并收紧，使用者将他或她的手臂放置在支撑滑块的底部，并且在支撑滑块的支撑下，将手臂朝向嘴部滑动，直至其搁置在 支撑滑块，其中用户能够消耗一点食物。 设备的基座夹在各种尺寸的桌子上。 支撑滑块通过支撑滑块保持器连接到基座，支撑滑块允许支撑滑块的垂直和水平调节。 支撑滑块本身在水平和垂直平面中以不受支撑的自动进给的方式近似于臂的弧形。 支撑滑块包括顶部和底部的特殊形状的部分，用于在这些区域中为用户提供额外的控制。