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Device for applying or removing support stockings
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-05-11
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Granted: 1978-02-07
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Expires: 1997-05-11
Abstract
Abstract A device for debilitated or geriatric patients to apply or remove anti-embolism support stockings comprising an overlapping circular band of a polymer impregnated fabric having its upper edge covered with moleskin to protect the patients' skin and stockings from injury and assist in the retention of the latter on the band and two bands of the polymer impregnated fabric connected to the band to serve as handles.
Inventors
- 👤 Alissa P. Bogorad
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 09:50
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G25/00; A47G25/90; A47G25/905; A47G25/908; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/23907; Y10T428/2395
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
A device for applying or removing anti-embolism support stockings comprising a circular-like band of flexible, polymer impregnated fabric having free ends in close, overlapping relationship whereby the dimensions of the band may be adjusted as desired, a pair of handles made of said fabric and secured to said band on the side opposite to said overlapping ends, and separate protective means secured to all fully exposed edges of said band.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
70 words
A device for applying or removing anti-embolism support stockings comprising a circular-like band of flexible, polymer impregnated fabric having free ends in close, overlapping relationship whereby the dimensions of the band may be adjusted as desired, a pair of handles made of said fabric and secured to said band on the side opposite to said overlapping ends, and separate protective means secured to all fully exposed edges of said band.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
A device as defined in claim 1, wherein the protective means are strips of moleskin.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-02-06 | 1981-08-08 | 1982-02-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-02-06 | 1985-08-08 | 1986-02-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-02-06 | 1989-08-08 | 1990-02-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |