Advanced Orthopedics Blythevill 526 Chickasawba St, Blytheville 72315 Great River Medical Center 1520 North Division St, Blytheville 72315
Education:
Medical School University Of Southern California / School Of Medicine Huntington Meml Hosp Creighton U/U Nebr University Of California-Los Angeles
Joseph Yao, Blytheville AR
Specialties:
Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgery, Trauma Surgery
Work:
Advanced Orthopaedics 526 Chickasawba St, Blytheville, AR 72315Advanced Orthopaedics 1521 N 10Th St, Blytheville, AR 72315
Education:
University of Southern California(1981)
Protective Device For The Median And Ulnar Nerves
US Patent:
6845514, Jan 25, 2005
Filed:
Dec 19, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/324297
Inventors:
Joseph Yao - Blytheville AR, US
International Classification:
A41D 1308
US Classification:
2 16, 21616, 128878
Abstract:
Protective pads placed over the palm of the hand to protect the median and ulnar nerves. The pads are placed peripheral to the nerves in order to protect them from pressure and vibration related trauma. An optional rigid splint member may be added to also protect the nerves from repetitive motion/traction irritation. Embodiments may include incorporation of the protective pads into a splint or a glove depending upon the application.