Patent ID: 8771212
Filing Date: 2014-07-08
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. A splint for a predetermined digit of a human body comprising: an arcuate annular body comprising a first arcuate semi-elliptical portion integrally formed with and coupled to a second arcuate semi-elliptical portion; a first strap integrally formed with and coupled to said body, said first strap comprising a first locking member and comprising a first major surface adapted to be disposed toward said predetermined digit; a second strap integrally formed with said body, said second strap comprising a second locking member; and said first locking member of said first strap adapted to releasably lockably engage with said second locking member of said second strap; said splint adapted to allow a full, normal range of motion, and to block hyperextension or hyperflexion, of a corresponding digit of a normal human body; and when operatively coupled, a longitudinal axis defined by said first strap and said second strap is angled, and non-parallel, with respect to a plane perpendicular to all planes containing a longitudinal axis of the finger.