Patent ID: 8591445
Filing Date: 2013-11-26
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. A non-elastic foam-fabric composite band for use in orthopedic braces and supports comprising: a) a first layer of an elastic bi-laminate comprising an inside elastic foam layer and an elastic fabric layer, the elastic foam layer extending the length and width of the elastic fabric layer and being laminated thereto, the elastic foam layer having an open-cell frictional gripping surface and positive moisture wicking characteristic; b) a second layer of unbroken loop material extending the length of the elastic bi-laminate, the second layer of unbroken loop material comprising a non-elastic strip having an outer layer of loops on a non-elastic backing layer, the non-elastic backing layer being secured against the elastic fabric layer of the elastic bi-laminate opposite the elastic foam layer along the length thereof, the elastic foam layer and elastic fabric layer being rendered lengthwise non-stretchable along their entire secured lengths by the second layer of unbroken loop material secured thereto; and c) a hook and loop fastener construction comprising a loop element formed by the second layer of unbroken loop material and a hook tab secured proximate one end of the second layer of unbroken loop material for securing the hook tab to the outer layer of loops.