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- Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to wound care articles and, more particularly, to wound care gloves, anklets, knee and elbow supports, masks, skullcaps, finger cots, and the like, comprising moisture-wicking and/or antimicrobial elements. Methods of fabricating the articles are also disclosed.
- Gloves, anklets, finger cots, knee and elbow supports, masks, skullcaps, and like articles are used to protect the hands, face, scalp, wrists, knees, and other joints of users.
- These articles have also found utility in the medical industry for wound care following cuts, abrasions, and chemical-, heat- and flame-caused burns.
- wound care following cuts, abrasions, and chemical-, heat- and flame-caused burns.
- Such injuries are often difficult to dress because joints move and, therefore, any dressing needs to accommodate this movement while remaining in intimate contact thereto.
- such articles can be used at all stages of care, for example, while in intensive care, emergency rooms, and outpatient and hospice care.
- burn treatment often requires multiple changes of dressings.
- Many such articles have synthetic or natural polymeric coatings to provide substantially impervious properties. Although impervious properties promote protection against germs, viruses, and the like, these articles also trap moisture and, in particular, trap perspiration inside the article. Moreover, during, for example, burn treatment, skin secretes moisture and exudates. Gloves and other wound care articles that trap moisture feel clammy and uncomfortable to the user and allow a septic, unhygienic environment to form in which microbes prosper. In addition, many wearable articles are rigid, stiff fabrics and have seams, imparting even additional stiffness, leading to stress and irritation during donning, usage, and doffing.
- Embodiments of the invention include an apparatus and methods for making wearable, easy to don and doff anti-microbial articles substantially as shown in and/or described in connection with at least one of the figures, as set forth more completely in the claims.
- FIG. 1 depicts a glove according to embodiments of the invention
- FIG. 2 depicts a glove having a slit cuff and coating disposed thereon, according to at least one embodiment of the invention
- FIG. 3 depicts a glove according to embodiments of the invention
- FIG. 4 depicts a close-up view of a knitted plaited fabric of a finger of FIG. 3 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention
- FIG. 5 depicts a glove having a highly-wicking yarn and moisture reservoir according to embodiments of the invention
- FIG. 6 depicts a left-hand glove, having conduits for accommodating resilient members, according to embodiments of the invention
- FIG. 7 depicts a perspective view of the palm side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 8 depicts a perspective view of the backhand side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 9 depicts removable inserts and a cut-and-sewn glove in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 10A depicts a finger cot having closures in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 10B depicts a finger cot having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 10C depicts an open-ended finger cot having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 11 depicts a side view of a wound care article for larger joints in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 12 depicts a perspective view of a wound care article in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 13 depicts a wound care mask in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 14A depicts outer dressings in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 14B depicts outer dressings in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 15A depicts the palm side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 15B depicts the backhand side of right-handed glove liner, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 15C depicts the palm side of right-handed liner, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- Embodiments of the present invention comprise articles having a first yarn, to produce a layer that can be knitted with a second yarn having an antimicrobial agent to form the article, such as a glove, anklet, wristlet, sock, mask, finger cot, and other sleeves used to treat burns.
- the articles further comprise a layer having a moisture wicking fiber and/or an elastic yarn, and a layer comprising an antimicrobial agent for the treatment of wounds, wherein the inner layer does not stick to wounds and the second yarn promotes the wicking of moisture from one area, such as a wound, to a second layer and the transport of an antimicrobial agent to the wounds of a user.
- the article may be knitted by conventional knitting processes and may further comprise various deniers of yarns and gauges, which can be used to increase the channeling efficiency and distribution of moisture from one area of the article to other areas and to the outer layer.
- Knitted articles may be seamless and comprise one or more yarns.
- a first layer is an absorbent, moisture-wicking knitted layer having an antimicrobial layer for the treatment of wounds and the second layer comprises cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns, imparting stretch and comfort properties.
- the first layer is an inner layer, which contacts the skin of the wearer, comprises a hydrophilic yarn capable of transferring metals, such as silver, gold, or zinc, or their alloys or combinations of elemental metals and alloys (or other antimicrobials as discussed below), to a wound of a wearer, which promotes healing and an antiseptic environment.
- a second layer may be disposed on the skin-contacting layer.
- the articles comprise a third, fourth, or fifth layer disposed on the second layer, each having either or both of, cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, hydrophilic, and anti-microbial yarns.
- embodiments of the invention comprise cut-and-sewn fabrics.
- the hydrophilic yarn used is a nylon yarn, such as nylon 6,6 or Nilit® AQUARIUS yarn having irregular cross-sections for exceptional wicking properties. Nylons promote the transport of moisture from the wound to the outer layer.
- a nylon yarn is used as a main yarn, while in other embodiments, nylon yarn may be plaited into a main yarn.
- two or more yarns are plaited throughout the article and, accordingly, the article has two layers throughout the entire article.
- the inner and outer yarns may optionally comprise the same nylon yarn, a different nylon, or a non-nylon yarn. Micro-denier and multi-filament yarns also promote superior wicking action.
- Both the inner layer yarn and the outer layer yarn may be chemically treated with elemental metals, such as gold, copper, iodine, silver, or zinc or their alloys, a noble metal-ion, TRIOSYN®, triclosan, 2-propanol, quaternary ammonium compounds, n-halamines or compounds and combinations thereof, for their antimicrobial properties.
- elemental metals such as gold, copper, iodine, silver, or zinc or their alloys, a noble metal-ion, TRIOSYN®, triclosan, 2-propanol, quaternary ammonium compounds, n-halamines or compounds and combinations thereof.
- Silver-zinc and silver-copper zeolites are also suitable antimicrobials, as well as other anti-microbials known to those in the art.
- Hydrophilic yarns allow the transfer of metal ions from the yarn to the wound or eluent, promoting healing of the wound.
- suitable antimicrobial agents include, but are not limited to, polymeric biguanides and quaternary ammonium compounds, such as chlorhexidine gluconate.
- the layers of the article may further comprise padding in one or more areas of the article.
- Seamless, knitted articles offer improved fit, comfort, antimicrobial functionality as well as lower costs.
- Seamless knitted articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention also offer articles that stick to skin less than articles having seams and, furthermore, provide less friction against the skin of the user.
- Non-stick yarns are also contemplated according to embodiments of the invention.
- any of the yarns disclosed herein may be blended with low surface tension yarns, such as modified polytetrafluoroethylene yarns and polyethylenes.
- FIG. 1 depicts a glove 100 according to embodiments of the invention.
- the glove 100 comprises a thumb 102 , an index finger 104 , a middle finger 106 , a ring finger 108 , a pinky finger 110 , a cuff 112 , and a palm 114 , which is knitted or optionally cut and sewn.
- the glove 100 may be made several different sizes. Referring to the reference numerals of FIG. 1 , the width 1 of cuff 112 ranges from approximately four-and-one-half inches to five-and-one-half inches.
- the maximum palm width area 2 may range from approximately six-and-one-quarter inches to eight-and-five-eighths inches.
- the palm width 3 across the glove 100 to a crotch 101 of the thumb 102 between the index finger 104 and thumb 102 may range from approximately four-and-one-third inches to five-and-five-eighths inches.
- the thumb width 4 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches.
- the index finger width 5 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches.
- the middle finger width 6 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches.
- the ring finger width 7 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches.
- the pinky finger width 8 may range from approximately seven-eighths of an inch to one-and-one-quarter inches. All ranges recited herein are exemplary and embodiments of the invention admit to other sizes and dimensions. For example, gloves and other articles can be designed in similar proportions to fit the limbs and torso of small children.
- the thumb seam length 10 may range in size from approximately one-and-one-half inches to two-and-one-half inches.
- the index finger seam length 11 (between the index finger 104 and the thumb 102 ) ranges from approximately three-and-one-quarter inches to five-and-one-quarter inches.
- the index finger seam length 12 (between the index finger 104 and middle finger 106 ) may range from approximately two inches to three-and-one-quarter inches.
- the index finger length 13 (as measured from the tip of the finger 104 to reference line 103 ) ranges from approximately three-and-three-eighths inches to five-and-one-quarter inches.
- the middle finger seam length 14 and 15 may range from approximately two-and-three-eighths inches to three-and-five-eighths inches.
- the middle finger length 16 may range from approximately four inches to five-and-three-quarter inches.
- the ring finger seam length 17 (between the ring finger 108 and middle finger 106 ) ranges from approximately two inches to three-and-three-eighths inches.
- the ring finger seam length 18 (between the ring finger 108 and pinky finger 110 ) ranges from approximately two-and-one-quarter inches to three-and-five-eighths inches.
- the ring finger length 19 may range from approximately three-and-three-eighths inches to five-and-one-quarter inches.
- the pinky finger seam length 20 (between the ring finger 108 and pinky finger 110 ) may range from approximately one-and-one-half inches to two-and-seven-eighths inches.
- the pinky finger seam length 21 ranges from approximately two inches to three-and-seven-eighths inches.
- the pinky finger length 22 may range from approximately two-and-three-eighths inches to four-and-one
- the cuff width 1 may optionally comprise a width that is the same size, slightly smaller, or slightly larger than the width of the glove (as measured across the thumb area 2 ). Cuffs that do not significantly taper or neck down from the hand or foot to fit the size of the wrist or ankle (as is common for gloves and anklets and articles for other body parts) will be larger and allow ease of donning and doffing.
- Each of the fingers, 102 , 104 , 106 , 108 , and 110 can optionally be capless, wherein the caps of the fingers are either not knitted or are removed, so that the fingertips of the wearer are exposed.
- Embodiments of the invention may further comprise wherein the articles are knitted in accordance with the Knitted Variable Stitch Design (KVSD) and/or three-dimensional, Automatic-Knit-Liner technologies as is disclosed in commonly-assigned U.S. Pat. Nos. 6,962,064; 7,213,419; 7,246,509; 7,434,422; and 7,555,921, each of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
- KVSD Knitted Variable Stitch Design
- Articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention can be knit with a knitting machine according to instructions provided via computer programming.
- Double-layered zones for knitted articles may be formed using a variable plaiting process, increasing the stretch in key flex areas of the gloves by altering the number of plaited courses in each section, such as the knuckles or the crotch between the index finger and thumb.
- stretchable multi-layer functional zones are formed by plaiting a second yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, every fourth course in areas of low flex of the outer layer.
- the flex in some areas may be increased by adding a different yarn every eighth course in sections where no second yarn was present.
- Every 4th and 8th course in the plaiting structure is for illustrative purposes only.
- the plaiting structure can range from every other course to every 9th course using machines, such as, but not limited to, models SFG-I, NSFG, and SWG, manufactured by Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd.
- the properties of knitted articles in embodiments of the invention can be varied without the addition of different yarns.
- varying the stitch dimensions such as yarn tension and needle depth
- the tension of the yarn may be varied by adjusting the tension of the yarn between a pinch roller and a knitting head by computer control of a knitting machine, as is disclosed in commonly-assigned U.S. Pat. No. 7,434,422.
- a layer that is knitted tighter will have less stretchability.
- Varying the depth of penetration of the knitting needle into the article, and by casting off or picking up additional stitches in a knitted course can also affect stretchability. A shallower needle penetration produces an article that is tighter and more difficult to stretch.
- FIG. 2 depicts the glove 100 having a slit cuff and coating disposed thereon, according to embodiments of the invention.
- glove 100 includes a slit cuff 206 located on the pinky side of the glove 100 , although other areas may have a slit, such as the thumb side.
- the glove 100 may have one or more slits 206 along a longitudinal (as shown) or latitudinal axis, and along all or part of the article allowing the article to open and close in a clamshell-like manner for ease of donning and doffing over burned or wounded limbs, feet, hands, and the like.
- the slit 206 may traverse part of the article or the entire article. Articles in accordance with this principle may be opened and closed using non-permanent attachments, such as a strap and clasp (not shown), hook and loop fasteners 204 , such as VELCRO®, and the like.
- non-permanent indicates the feature of being able to open and close the article multiple times without loss of attach-ability.
- the slit 206 traverses the side of the glove 100 on the cuff 102 , exposing the side of the wearer's wrist.
- other embodiments comprise slits in different areas of a glove.
- the glove 100 may optionally comprise a polymeric coating 202 .
- the polymeric coating 202 may be comprised of a natural latex, such as guayule or polyisoprene, a synthetic latex, such as carboxylated acrylonitrile butadiene, non-carboxylated acrylonitrile butadiene, butyl latex, polychloroprene, nitriles, polyurethane, and the like latex, polymeric, or elastomeric compositions, or blends thereof.
- the coating 202 may be formed on the glove 100 using the dip processes as described in commonly assigned U.S. Pat. No. 7,814,571, and U.S. patent application Ser. No.
- the coating 202 optionally comprises a knuckle dip, finger dip, a three-quarters dip, and the like as needed for specific applications.
- the gloves may be dipped in a coagulant, such as calcium nitrate or other coagulants known to those in the art, to destabilize the latex, promote gelling, and prevent strikethrough of the polymeric coating.
- FIG. 3 depicts a glove 300 according to at least one embodiment of the invention.
- gloves and other articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention are knitted and subsequently inverted.
- FIG. 3 shows knitted courses on the thumb 102 , index finger 104 , middle finger 106 , ring finger 108 , pinky finger 110 , and palm 114 , which are shown as wavy lines, running perpendicular to the longitudinal length of the outside of the glove 300 .
- the courses on the inside of the glove run parallel to the longitudinal length of the glove 300 , resulting in the ease of donning and doffing because of lessened friction against the wearer's skin as discussed below.
- stretchable yarns in the outer layer such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, which may be knitted loosely as discussed above despite a snug fit with the afflicted body part, the disposition of the courses as described below, and the use of a clamshell like opening detachably adhered with fasteners, produces a glove allowing a snug fit with a minimal amount of irritation to the skin of the user or patient.
- FIG. 4 depicts a close-up view 410 of a knitted plaited fabric of the finger 106 of FIG. 3 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the layer 402 which may be the inner layer, of the knitted plaited fabric of the finger 106 is shown in shading, which is the layer that contacts the skin of the wearer.
- the layer 402 comprises a hydrophilic yarn, such as a nylon, that is coated with an agent having antimicrobial activity, as discussed below.
- the inner layer 402 comprises a nylon 6 or nylon 6,6 yarn that is coated with silver or another metal.
- the layer 404 which may be an outer layer, comprises cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, LYCRA®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns. As shown, the layer 402 may be seamlessly plaited throughout the article. The courses of knitted fabrics create interstices between stitches of yarn.
- the wicking channels 408 of the layer 404 run along an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the glove or, in other words, are horizontally as depicted.
- the wicking channels 406 of the layer 402 the side contacting the skin of a user, run along an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of finger 106 of glove 300 .
- wicking channels 406 When the wicking channels 406 are so situated, internal to a glove, the friction is lessened against the skin of a wearer of an article, maximizing the amount of stretching possible to accommodate swelling near a wound. Furthermore, yarns having irregular or non-circular cross sections can enhance a wicking action of liquids through spaces between yarns.
- the inner plaited yarns will typically be lighter than the outer yarn, ranging in size from 70-1000 denier and needle gauges ranging from 10-18. Plaiting the inner antimicrobial layer in only certain areas, for example, the palm, the backhand, or the fingers, is also contemplated and reduces the overall cost of the glove because of the expense of the antimicrobial.
- the inner layer 402 may comprise a hydrophilic yarn, such as nylon 6,6, which contacts the skin of the wearer, promoting the wicking of moisture away from the skin, and is treated, such as by coating or other processes, with an antimicrobial agent, such as silver, to promote the transport of silver or silver ions from the yarn of the glove to the wound.
- FIG. 5 depicts a glove having a highly-wicking yarn and moisture reservoir, according to embodiments of the invention.
- Layer 500 comprises a yarn that is made from a highly-wicking fiber, such as a nylon 6,6, marketed under the name Nilit® AQUARIUS by Nilit, Inc. of Martinsville, Va., the highly-wicking features of which are disclosed below.
- Other appropriate highly-wicking yarns include STA-COOL® polyester, ringspun hydrophilic polyester HYDROTEC®, or DRYENERGY® polyester/cotton and may further comprise any shape for the treatment of a limb or body part, such as a leg, arm, knee, ankle, head, waist, and the like.
- Micro-denier, multi-filament yarns, and yarns having non-circular, irregular cross-sections are particularly effective at wicking moisture away from one area, such as a wound, to other areas.
- the layer 500 optionally comprises an absorbent material element 530 , which is a water-scavenging absorbent reservoir.
- the absorbent material element 530 a super absorbent material, may be attached to a surface of the layer 500 , desirably on or near back hand area and/or cuff area of the layer 500 .
- the absorbent material element 530 can be attached to the layer 500 by stitching, a thermoplastic adhesive, glue, other suitable attachments, and the like.
- the yarn of the layer 500 is fluidly coupled to the absorbent material element 530 to facilitate wicking of perspiration or other fluids from one or more locations, such as indicated by directional arrows 502 , 504 , 506 , 508 , 510 , and 512 of the glove to at least one absorbent material element 530 .
- layer 500 may be placed on a former of a desired shape and coated with a polymeric coating as discussed above.
- Embodiments of the invention further comprise wherein the absorbent material element 530 is disposed or adhered on the palm or near or along the fingers or finger crotches.
- the perspiration and moisture wicking properties may also be achieved as disclosed in commonly assigned U.S. Provisional Appl. Ser. No. 61/571,569, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/538,368, which are incorporated herein by reference in entirety.
- This technology includes a super absorbent material comprised of an electrospun polyurethane and bound acrylate.
- One such super absorbent material is marketed as SNS Nanosorb® 28.
- SNS Nanosorb® 28 has a higher affinity for water compared with the nylon 6,6 of the inner knitted layer. The super absorbent material pulls in moisture wicked to it by the nylon yarn, which the super absorbent material subsequently pulls into its internal matrix.
- Different thicknesses of the super absorbent material may be employed.
- the super absorbent material can be used, in lieu of additional padding, to protect body parts from inadvertent bangs and bumps.
- Moisture absorption is also enhanced, in some embodiments of the invention, by the inclusion of poly-acrylates, polyurethanes, polyvinyl alcohol, hydrogels, and other hydrophilic materials.
- Other embodiments of the invention may position reservoirs in various locations and have various shapes and thicknesses to promote comfort and/or absorbency.
- the backhand area and cuff area are good choices for locations for the reservoir because these areas see little strain and do not contact the skin of the user as tightly.
- moisture is removed from the palm and finger areas, which have relatively high concentrations of perspiration and are high strain areas, where the glove most tightly contacts the skin of the user during use, and is channeled to areas where there is little contact with skin.
- the highly-wicking yarn of the layer 500 is capable of directing the moisture toward the cuff and back hand area having the absorbent material element, which draws moisture inward and therefore acts as a reservoir.
- the absorbent material element 530 is on the cuff, which is not covered by the polymeric coating 202 , allowing moisture to be evaporated from the absorbent material.
- Moisture may also be directed to other areas, such as to a wound instead of away from the wound. For example, skin conditions and creams, as well as other medicaments and medicines.
- FIG. 6 depicts a left-hand glove 600 , having conduits for accommodating resilient members, according to embodiments of the invention.
- the glove 600 which shows the back hand of the glove, includes a thumb 602 and fingers 604 , 606 , 608 , and 610 . Any or all of the thumb 602 and fingers 604 , 606 , 608 , and 610 further comprise a conduit 612 , which is capable of receiving a resilient member 614 for immobilizing one or more fingers or providing resistance for strengthening exercises.
- the resilient member 614 comprises a compliant material and profile to promote hand strengthening. For example, a compliant plastic having a thin, flat profile, while providing resistance to flexing, nonetheless allows a wearer to flex all fingers. Accordingly, the strength of a weakened hand, for instance, after an accident, can be improved. As the hand of the wearer becomes stronger, the resilient member 614 can be changed to a stiffer material to provide additional resistance, allowing even greater strengthening to occur.
- the resilient member 614 is made of, for example, steel, preventing the wearer from bending the fingers.
- the conduit 612 is knitted into glove 600 .
- the conduit 612 may traverse all of a finger or only part, for example, only one or two knuckles, such as is depicted in the finger 606 .
- the length of the conduit 612 may extend into the backhand area 616 , such as is depicted on the thumb 602 and finger 604 .
- the glove 600 may comprise truncated fingers, for example, open-ended fingers and thumbs, as is discussed below, so that the fingers of the wearer are uncovered.
- the conduit 612 is capable of receiving resilient member 614 , for example, through a conduit opening 613 .
- the conduit 612 may also be open for receiving resilient member on the distal end (not shown) of the thumb 602 or fingers 604 , 606 , 608 , 610 .
- the resilient member 614 may be of variable thicknesses, widths, lengths, and profiles, for example, circular, square, rectangular, flat, and the like. Also, the resilient member 614 may comprise many different materials, for example, compliant plastics, such as polyethylene, or polypropylene, stiffer plastics, such as acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or nylons, or very stiff, and/or impact-resistant plastics, such as polycarbonate or polyetherimide, and the like. Rubber materials, such as thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) and vulcanizates (TPV), can also be used where flexibility is desirable. In some embodiments, the resilient member 614 made of TPE or TPV, may be sewn into glove 600 .
- compliant plastics such as polyethylene, or polypropylene
- stiffer plastics such as acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or nylons
- ABS acrylonitrile-butadiene-s
- the resilient member 614 also comprises metals, such as aluminum, steel, titanium, silver, silver alloys, zinc, zinc alloys, and the like.
- silver and/or zinc ions released from the resilient member, migrate, via an eluent or perspiration, to the wound, promoting healing.
- the conduits 612 can accommodate electrical wires, irrigation, lighting, and mechanical pulleys, to aid in healing, movement, and post treatment.
- the conduits 612 may be knitted of a electrically conductive yarn.
- the conduits 612 extend from the end of the fingertips to the cuff area, where electrical connectors and power can be added to deliver electricity to wounds, promoting healing.
- FIG. 7 depicts a perspective view of the palm side of a right-handed glove 700 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the glove 700 includes the thumb stall 702 and finger stalls 704 , 706 , 708 , and 710 .
- the glove 700 as shown, has truncated thumb and finger stalls so that the fingertips of the wearer are not enclosed within the glove 700 .
- closure flaps 712 , 714 , and 716 which comprise hooks that mate with the corresponding members 718 , 720 , and 722 respectively to close a slit 740 .
- the hooks are VELCRO® hooks, and, in some embodiments, the hooks engage VELCRO® loops on the corresponding members 718 , 720 , and 722 to releasably close the slit 740 .
- the slit 740 , and VELCRO® closure flaps can be on the palm or back of the hand, fingers, or thumb areas.
- VELCRO® closure flaps 712 , 714 , and 716 may adhere to the corresponding members as a single piece or, alternatively, be split in one or more places, such as at slots 724 and 726 , so that not all closure flaps be opened to view the hand.
- the finger stalls can be made to any length and cut shorter by an attending healthcare worker to better fit the patient.
- VELCRO® members 718 , 720 , and 722 are omitted and the hooks of VELCRO® closure flaps 712 , 714 , and 716 engage directly with the cut-and-sewn fabric or loops of a knitted article to releasably close the article.
- the glove 700 comprising slit 740 , may be cut-and-sewn or knitted so that the glove 700 can fit either a left-hand or a right-hand, i.e., be ambidextrous.
- FIG. 8 depicts a perspective view of the backhand side of a right-handed glove 700 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the glove 700 further comprises padding 728 .
- the padding 728 may be a fabric, such as cotton, or a puncture- and/or impact-resistant material, such as a plastic, rubber, or metal.
- the padding 728 is stitched or knitted directly onto the backhand of the glove 700 , and may be plaited into the glove 700 or knitted into the glove seamlessly. In other embodiments, it may be adhered in other manners, such as by a padding that is cut and sewn onto the back hand area.
- the glove 700 comprises a pocket 730 (shown partially by hidden lines).
- the pocket 730 includes an opening 732 , which is capable of accommodating padding placed into it.
- the glove 700 includes having padding 728 knitted directly within the glove 700 as well as having the pocket 730 knitted within the glove 700 , allowing for double the amount of padding to be present.
- the padding 728 could be soft for protection or hard to help hold a desired hand shape or curvature of the hand for therapy reasons.
- FIG. 9 depicts removable inserts 902 and a cut-and-sewn glove in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- the removable insert 902 is a substantially conical or cylindrical member.
- the removable insert 902 may be made of any suitable smooth material, for example, plastics, metals, paper, or glass.
- the removable insert 902 may be of many sizes, and is approximately larger than the finger upon which it will be placed.
- the removable insert 902 is placed over the fingers and thumb of a patient to protect and minimize abrasion of the glove on the wound surface, which may be painful to the patient and further irritate already damaged skin.
- the glove 700 is then placed over the hand, after which the removable inserts 902 are removed.
- the removable insert 902 may also be used with finger cots, as discussed below.
- finger cots having two open ends and having closures such as a drawstring and/or hook-and-loop closures, such as VELCRO®, or gloves or other wound care articles having closures allow the closure to be tightened at different tensions before the removable insert 902 is removed, allowing custom tightening.
- FIG. 10A depicts a finger cot 1000 in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the finger cot 1000 which can be knitted of a single or multiple yarns as discussed above, including a antimicrobial yarn, includes the finger covering 1002 and the closure flaps 1020 , 1022 , and 1024 , which comprise hook and loop fasteners, such as VELCRO® strips 1004 , 1006 , and 1008 , which mate with the corresponding VELCRO® members 1010 , 1012 , and 1014 respectively.
- hook and loop fasteners such as VELCRO® strips 1004 , 1006 , and 1008 , which mate with the corresponding VELCRO® members 1010 , 1012 , and 1014 respectively.
- VELCRO® closure flaps 1004 , 1006 , and 1008 may adhere to the corresponding members 1010 , 1012 , and 1014 as a single piece or, alternatively, be split in one or more places, such as at slots 1016 and 1018 , so that each closure flap moves independently of the others. As discussed above, the hooks portion of the VELCRO® may be omitted, allowing the VELCRO® closure flaps 1004 , 1006 , and 1008 having hooks to engage and releasbly close the closure flaps 1004 , 1006 , and 1008 directly.
- the finger cot 1000 can be used on the tips of fingers and thumb with, for example, the glove 700 , or without glove 700 .
- the finger cot 1000 may be placed over the tip of a finger, for example, so that it is as long as one knuckle of the finger.
- the finger cot 1000 may be as long as the entire finger of the wearer, extending to the palm and backhand areas of the wearer's hand.
- the finger cots 1000 may be cut and sewn and comprising any suitable yarn.
- the finger cots 1000 may be knitted from any suitable yarn.
- the finger cots 1000 are knitted using moisture control yarns as discussed above.
- the finger cots 1000 can be designed to treat burns, injuries, or other conditions sustained on toes.
- FIG. 10B depicts a finger cot 1050 having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- the finger cot 1050 has a closed end at tip 1054 .
- a closure 1052 which may be a VELCRO® closure, runs along the longitudinal axis of the finger cot 1050 on the back of the finger.
- the closure 1052 may optionally be placed on the palm side of the finger or either side of the finger (not shown).
- FIG. 10C depicts an open-ended finger cot 1060 having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- the finger cot 1060 has an open end at a tip 1064 , terminating at a ring 1066 .
- a closure 1062 which may be a VELCRO® closure, runs along the longitudinal axis of the finger cot 1060 on the back of the finger.
- the closure 1062 may also optionally be placed on the palm side of the finger or either side of the finger.
- the finger cot 1060 because it is open ended, may be used with a removable insert, as discussed above, to prevent further injury to a wound when donning and doffing the finger cot 1060 or to custom tighten the closure 1062 of the finger cot 1060 , allowing the removable insert to be removed after the closure is tightened.
- FIG. 11 depicts a side view of a wound care article 1100 for larger joints in accordance with some embodiments of the invention.
- the wound care article 1100 can be used, for example, for a knee or elbow.
- the wound care article 1100 may be knitted or cut-and-sewn from a knitted, woven or non-woven fabric, in accordance with embodiments of the invention, and comprising yarns, super absorbent materials, VELCRO® closure flaps (not shown), and other features, such as releasably closable slits as discussed herein with respect to other embodiments of the invention.
- the wound care article 1100 may be turned inside out so that the knitted courses run along the longitudinal axis of the article, so that during donning and doffing, less friction is imparted to the wearer as discussed above.
- the wound care article 1100 further comprises rings 1102 , which maintain the article in place around the joint of the wearer, for example, an elbow, knee, shoulder, waist, hip, and the like.
- the wound care article 1100 further comprises a cut out 1104 , allowing the tip of an elbow or knee cap to extend therethrough. The cut out 1104 therefore allows the limb of the wearer to be impacted less during bending or stretching.
- FIG. 12 depicts a perspective view of a wound care article 1200 in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the wound care article 1200 can be used, for example, for receiving an ankle or wrist.
- the wound care article 1200 is knitted or woven fabric, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- wound care article 1200 may be turned inside out so that the knitted courses run along the longitudinal axis of the article, so that during donning and doffing, less friction is imparted to the wearer.
- the wound care article 1200 further comprises rings 1202 , which may be knitted seamlessly using an elastic yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA® or a blend of a yarn having an elastic yarn, to maintain the article in place around the joint of the wearer, for example, an elbow, knee, shoulder, waist, hip, and the like.
- an elastic yarn such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA® or a blend of a yarn having an elastic yarn
- the wound care article 1200 may further comprise a cut out (not shown) as discussed above, to allow, for example, a heel to extend therethrough.
- the wound care article 1200 may have a straight orientation while at rest, for example, having a straight edge 1204 .
- the edge of the wound care article 1200 may be biased in a bent configuration (not shown).
- the wound care article 1200 further comprises elastic regions 1206 , which provide a better fit to a body part and attenuate stretching of the wound care article in other areas, resulting in less movement and less friction. Less movement and friction in other areas, which might be impacted by burns or other injuries, allows for additional healing without being irritated or stressed by the movement.
- FIG. 13 depicts a wound care mask 1300 in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the wound care mask 1300 comprises a knitted or woven outer layer that is an absorbent, moisture-wicking knitted layer and an inner layer that is an antimicrobial layer for the treatment of wounds.
- the outer layer may comprise cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns.
- the inner layer which contacts the skin of the wearer, comprises a hydrophilic yarn capable of transferring metals, such as silver, gold, or zinc, or their alloys or combinations of elemental metals and alloys to a wound of a wearer, which promotes healing and an antiseptic environment.
- the inner layer also comprises moisture-wicking yarns capable of transferring water, moisture, and eluent away from the skin.
- the wound care mask 1300 comprises a single part, two parts, or two or more parts releasably attached to one another. Irrespective of the number of parts comprising the wound care mask 1300 , the wound care mask 1300 comprises closures or hook-and-loop fasteners 1310 and 1316 , such as VELCRO®, which may overlapped to attach parts of the mask 1300 .
- the closures or fasteners 1310 and 1316 may be disposed on wound care mask 1300 along an axis 1322 from the front of the mask 1302 to the back 1304 , from the left side of the head to the right side of the head along axis 1320 , or along both axes 1320 and 1322 .
- the wound care mask 1300 comprises cutouts 1306 , 1307 , 1308 , and 1312 .
- the cut out 1306 accommodates the nose of a wearer
- the cut out 1307 accommodates the mouth of a wearer
- the cut outs 1308 accommodate the eyes of a wearer
- the cut outs 1312 and 1314 accommodate the ears of a wearer.
- the mask has no cutouts.
- Attending healthcare personnel can take such a mask and make cutouts as needed for a specific person or injury. For example, if a nose, ear, or chin was burned badly, it would be a benefit to have that injury covered by the mask and without a secondary dressing.
- this allows a one-size, fits-all mask.
- the size and location of features varies from person to person. Eyes may be set further apart, the size of the nose and ears may different, etc., allowing healthcare personnel to make the cuts in the mask ensures a mask specific to the needs of the patient.
- the width of the closures 1310 and 1316 can be varied to allow for a tighter or looser fit or to accommodate several sizes. For example, where the lateral width of the closures 1310 and 1316 are each approximately one inch wide, the size of the mark may be varied by nearly two inches per side. Also, because the wound care mask 1300 is made of yarn, it may be stretched tightly over the head of a wearer, creating compression. As discussed above, the loops of the VELCRO® or other fasteners can be omitted and the loops of the VELCRO® allowed to engage the fabric.
- Outer dressings which are placed over articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention, are further contemplated herein. Outer dressings are placed over the inner article, the skin-contacting article.
- the inner article can remain on the wound, for example a burn for an extended period of time, while the outer dressing might be changed every day.
- a burn patient can self-dress a wound easily and effectively once they were sent home from a hospital. As discussed below, this approach could be applied to gloves, finger cots, face masks and others articles.
- FIG. 14A depicts outer dressing 1400 in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the outer dressing 1400 is a dressing for use with a glove. It may be a knitted article or a woven fabric, substantially similar to articles disclosed herein, including the incorporation of silver, silver alloys, or other metals in yarns for anti-microbial effects.
- the outer dressing 1400 is a 10-18 gauge knit. In some embodiments, it is a 13 gauge knit. Where a denser outer dressing is desirable, such as to absorb greater amounts of moisture, embodiments of the invention comprise an 18 gauge knit.
- the yarn used to manufacture the skin-contacting article is a silver-coated nylon 6,6 yarn, such as the X-Static® yarn manufactured by Noble Biomaterials of Scranton, Pa.
- the skin-contacting article comprises a fabric containing an anti-microbial manufactured by lftna, Inc. of Ontario, Canada.
- the outerdressing 1400 is a bleached cotton overarticle, releasably placed over the skin-contacting article, and comprises an outer dressing for an anklet, sock, glove, mask, finger cot, sleeve, compression sleeve, elbow support, or knee support and the like.
- the outer dressing 1400 comprises a yarn such as a rayon and/or cotton blend, where the cotton offers provides moisture absorption and the rayon is lubricious so that the outer dressing slides easily over the primary article.
- Yarns used to make the outer dressing 1400 could be a composite yarn used to make a single seamless layer.
- the outer dressing 1400 comprises a multi-layer having a main yarn and a plaited yarn.
- the rayon layer may be on an inner layer and the cotton on an outer layer (not shown).
- the knit or woven fabric further comprises a highly elastic yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, so that, when the outer dressing is stretched during use, it clamps onto the primary article, i.e., skin-contacting article, in this embodiment, a glove, which holds the glove in place and tight to the skin.
- a highly elastic yarn such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®
- the outer dressing 1400 may be a two-piece construction comprising a seam 1402 .
- the seam 1402 further comprises VELCRO® fasteners as discussed herein.
- outer dressing 1400 can be placed over a glove and secured tightly or loosely with the VELCRO® fasteners at the seam 1402 .
- the outer dressing 1400 further comprises fasteners along the backhand area 1406 , such as VELCRO® fasteners 1404 (closed, as shown). In some embodiments, fasteners may alternatively or additionally be disposed along the palm area (not shown). This allows one to view the wound without having to remove the outer dressing 1400 entirely.
- the outer dressing 1400 comprises truncated fingertips 1408 or, in some embodiments, where the fingertips are present (not shown).
- FIG. 14B depicts outer dressing 1450 in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the outer dressing 1450 is for use with a mask as discussed above.
- the outer dressing 1450 comprises all the benefits of the outer dressing 1400 , including a two-piece construction, having two halves, which are adhered to each other releasably with fasteners, such as VELCRO®.
- the outer dressing 1450 has front half 1452 covering the inner mask 1454 , which is a mask substantially as described above.
- the outer dressing 1450 may comprise the hooks of VELCRO® fasteners on one half, such as the front half 1452 while having the loops of the VELCRO® fasteners on the other half (not shown).
- the VELCRO® loops may be omitted.
- the VELCRO® hooks may engage the yarn of the mask 1454 directly. Additional outer dressings may also be made in accordance with embodiments of the present invention, such as for articles disclosed herein for the fingers, knee, ankle, and the like.
- FIG. 15A depicts the palm side of right-handed glove 1500 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the glove 1500 includes a thumb flap 1502 and finger flaps 1504 , 1506 , 1508 , 1510 , and optionally a slit 1514 .
- Any or all of thumb flap 1502 , and finger flaps 1504 , 1506 , 1508 , 1510 , at their distal end 1512 comprise hook and loop fasteners.
- thumb flap 1502 and finger flaps 1504 , 1506 , 1508 , 1510 may be wrapped around the fingers of a wearer, thus lessening the stress of donning and doffing, these can still be used in conjunction with removable insert 902 , as discussed above.
- the glove 1500 comprises a knitted or woven structure, substantially similar to articles disclosed herein, including the incorporation of silver, silver alloys, or other metals in yarns for anti-microbial effects.
- the glove 1500 is a woven and cut and sewn structure.
- the glove 1500 comprises two halves that are cut and sown together to form glove 1500 , as discussed below.
- the glove 1500 further comprises hooks and loops, or optionally VELCRO® closures, on the palm or back of the hand to releasably close any slit within the glove.
- the hook and loops fasteners, or VELCRO® closures 720 and 722 may adhere to the corresponding members as a single piece or, alternatively, be split in one or more places so that not all closure flaps be opened to view the hand, as discussed above.
- FIG. 15B depicts the backhand side of a right-handed glove liner 1520 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- the glove half 1520 and may be sewn with another glove half 1520 to form the glove 1500 .
- the glove half 1520 comprises thumb member 1522 and finger members 1524 , 1526 , 1528 , and 1530 .
- FIG. 15C depicts the palm side of a right-handed liner 1550 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention.
- Glove half 1550 comprises a thumb member 1552 , and finger members 1554 , 1556 , 1558 , and 1560 and optionally comprises a slit 1514 .
- the thumb member 1552 , and finger members 1554 , 1556 , 1558 , and 1560 are longer than the corresponding thumb member 1522 finger members 1524 , 1526 , 1528 , and 1530 of glove half 1520 as discussed above.
- the glove half 1550 can be sewn to glove half 1520 to create the glove 1500 .
- the thumb members 1552 , and finger members 1554 , 1556 , 1558 , and 1560 are longer and may be wrapped around the fingers and thumb of the wearer without subjecting the wearer to the frictional forces of donning, which cause further painful abrasions and/or loss of skin tissue following a burn, as would be encountered with a conventional glove.
- the glove 1500 may be knitted comprising the thumb 1522 and finger members 1524 , 1526 , 1528 , and 1530 . Whether knitted or cut and sewn, glove 1500 further comprises the closures 1512 adhered thereto at a terminal end of thumb flaps and/or finger flaps.
- the closures 1512 may be, for example, hooks that engage loops on a corresponding area to hold the flap closed.
- the loops may be adhered to the flap or the loops may be the loops of a knitted article (not shown).
- the hook and loops are VELCRO® closures.
- VELCRO® closures 1512 may also comprise hooks that engage the knitted or woven fabric to releasably close the thumb flap or finger flaps.
- the thumb member 1552 , and finger members 1554 , 1556 , 1558 , and 1560 are longer, these can be made cut shorter by an attending healthcare worker to better fit the patient.
- the glove 700 comprising slit 740 , may be cut-and-sewn or knitted so that glove 700 can fit either a left-hand or a right-hand, i.e., be ambidextrous.
- Embodiments of the invention are directed towards gloves, socks, masks, fingercots, and the like. It is to be further understood that other articles for wound care on other parts of the body are contemplated herein. For example, articles for other parts of the legs, torso, and the like are possible and within embodiments of the invention. Other articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention may be designed and placed over joints, such as the elbow, knee, ankle, hip, shoulder, and the like, which contain all features of embodiments of the invention.
- an article for a joint for example, a glove extending past the wrist
- a substantially cylindrical compression sleeve as could be manufactured by knitting the two components together in a single knitting operation, to form an article that addresses more than one body part.
- the combination of a glove having a compression sleeve can be made purposely long. Subsequently, the article can be cut shorter by an attending healthcare worker to better fit the patient or to cover only as much of the impacted body part.
- Embodiments of the invention also include a compression sleeve attached or knitted integrally with an article for an ankle or knee extending to the calf or to the thigh.
- An article made for an elbow could similarly have a compression sleeve attached that extended long enough for use with the upper arm or forearm or both.
- ranges of numerical values for any dimension recited herein are exemplary, are not to be considered limiting, and include ranges therebetween, and can be inclusive or exclusive of the endpoints.
- Optional included ranges can be from integer values therebetween, at the order of magnitude recited or the next smaller order of magnitude. For example, if the lower range value is 0.1, optional included endpoints can be 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 . . . 1.1, 1.2, and the like, as well as 1, 2, 3 and the like; if the higher range is 8, optional included endpoints can be 7, 6, and the like, as well as 7.9, 7.8, and the like.
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Abstract
Single layer and multi-layer anti-microbial wound care masks having a hydrophilic yarn containing silver and wound care articles are disclosed.
Description
- This application is a continuation of application Ser. No. 13/928,644, filed Jun. 27, 2013, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/666,479, filed on Jun. 29, 2012 and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/734,632, filed on Dec. 7, 2012, each of which is incorporated herein in its entirety.
- Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to wound care articles and, more particularly, to wound care gloves, anklets, knee and elbow supports, masks, skullcaps, finger cots, and the like, comprising moisture-wicking and/or antimicrobial elements. Methods of fabricating the articles are also disclosed.
- Gloves, anklets, finger cots, knee and elbow supports, masks, skullcaps, and like articles are used to protect the hands, face, scalp, wrists, knees, and other joints of users. These articles have also found utility in the medical industry for wound care following cuts, abrasions, and chemical-, heat- and flame-caused burns. However, such injuries are often difficult to dress because joints move and, therefore, any dressing needs to accommodate this movement while remaining in intimate contact thereto. Furthermore, such articles can be used at all stages of care, for example, while in intensive care, emergency rooms, and outpatient and hospice care. Moreover, burn treatment often requires multiple changes of dressings.
- Many such articles have synthetic or natural polymeric coatings to provide substantially impervious properties. Although impervious properties promote protection against germs, viruses, and the like, these articles also trap moisture and, in particular, trap perspiration inside the article. Moreover, during, for example, burn treatment, skin secretes moisture and exudates. Gloves and other wound care articles that trap moisture feel clammy and uncomfortable to the user and allow a septic, unhygienic environment to form in which microbes prosper. In addition, many wearable articles are rigid, stiff fabrics and have seams, imparting even additional stiffness, leading to stress and irritation during donning, usage, and doffing. Furthermore, skin sticks to dressings and other wearable articles, such as gloves, anklets, finger cots, and the like, during healing, which occurs particularly at joints, such as the knee, knuckles, ankles, elbow, and other areas where the article most tightly contacts a user's skin, which poses problems in removing dressings for viewing wounds or replacing the wound dressing as is often required.
- Therefore, there is a need in the art for anti-microbial articles that manage moisture and perspiration, are flexible for a tight and comfortable fit during mobility, don and doff easily, can optionally be used with substantially cylindrical compression sleeves, and promote healing by allowing intimate contact of the article having the antimicrobial with the skin of the wearer without sticking to or abrading the skin/wound.
- Embodiments of the invention include an apparatus and methods for making wearable, easy to don and doff anti-microbial articles substantially as shown in and/or described in connection with at least one of the figures, as set forth more completely in the claims. Various advantages, aspects, and novel features of the present disclosure, as well as details of an exemplary embodiment thereof, will be more fully understood from the following description and drawings.
- So that the manner in which the above recited features of the present invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, summarized above, may be had by reference to embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted that the appended drawings illustrate typical embodiments of this invention and are not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention admits to other equally effective embodiments. It is to be understood that elements and features of one embodiment may be in other embodiments without further recitation. Also, where possible, identical reference numerals have been used to indicate comparable elements common to the figures.
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FIG. 1 depicts a glove according to embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 2 depicts a glove having a slit cuff and coating disposed thereon, according to at least one embodiment of the invention; -
FIG. 3 depicts a glove according to embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 4 depicts a close-up view of a knitted plaited fabric of a finger ofFIG. 3 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 5 depicts a glove having a highly-wicking yarn and moisture reservoir according to embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 6 depicts a left-hand glove, having conduits for accommodating resilient members, according to embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 7 depicts a perspective view of the palm side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 8 depicts a perspective view of the backhand side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 9 depicts removable inserts and a cut-and-sewn glove in accordance with some embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 10A depicts a finger cot having closures in accordance with some embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 10B depicts a finger cot having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 10C depicts an open-ended finger cot having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 11 depicts a side view of a wound care article for larger joints in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 12 depicts a perspective view of a wound care article in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 13 depicts a wound care mask in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 14A depicts outer dressings in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 14B depicts outer dressings in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 15A depicts the palm side of right-handed glove, in accordance with embodiments of the invention; -
FIG. 15B depicts the backhand side of right-handed glove liner, in accordance with embodiments of the invention; and -
FIG. 15C depicts the palm side of right-handed liner, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. - Embodiments of the present invention comprise articles having a first yarn, to produce a layer that can be knitted with a second yarn having an antimicrobial agent to form the article, such as a glove, anklet, wristlet, sock, mask, finger cot, and other sleeves used to treat burns. The articles further comprise a layer having a moisture wicking fiber and/or an elastic yarn, and a layer comprising an antimicrobial agent for the treatment of wounds, wherein the inner layer does not stick to wounds and the second yarn promotes the wicking of moisture from one area, such as a wound, to a second layer and the transport of an antimicrobial agent to the wounds of a user. The article may be knitted by conventional knitting processes and may further comprise various deniers of yarns and gauges, which can be used to increase the channeling efficiency and distribution of moisture from one area of the article to other areas and to the outer layer.
- Knitted articles may be seamless and comprise one or more yarns. In embodiments of the invention, a first layer is an absorbent, moisture-wicking knitted layer having an antimicrobial layer for the treatment of wounds and the second layer comprises cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns, imparting stretch and comfort properties. In some embodiments, the first layer is an inner layer, which contacts the skin of the wearer, comprises a hydrophilic yarn capable of transferring metals, such as silver, gold, or zinc, or their alloys or combinations of elemental metals and alloys (or other antimicrobials as discussed below), to a wound of a wearer, which promotes healing and an antiseptic environment. A second layer may be disposed on the skin-contacting layer. In some embodiments, the articles comprise a third, fourth, or fifth layer disposed on the second layer, each having either or both of, cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, hydrophilic, and anti-microbial yarns. Furthermore, embodiments of the invention comprise cut-and-sewn fabrics.
- In some embodiments, the hydrophilic yarn used is a nylon yarn, such as nylon 6,6 or Nilit® AQUARIUS yarn having irregular cross-sections for exceptional wicking properties. Nylons promote the transport of moisture from the wound to the outer layer. In some embodiments of the invention, a nylon yarn is used as a main yarn, while in other embodiments, nylon yarn may be plaited into a main yarn. In other embodiments of the invention, two or more yarns are plaited throughout the article and, accordingly, the article has two layers throughout the entire article. The inner and outer yarns may optionally comprise the same nylon yarn, a different nylon, or a non-nylon yarn. Micro-denier and multi-filament yarns also promote superior wicking action. Both the inner layer yarn and the outer layer yarn may be chemically treated with elemental metals, such as gold, copper, iodine, silver, or zinc or their alloys, a noble metal-ion, TRIOSYN®, triclosan, 2-propanol, quaternary ammonium compounds, n-halamines or compounds and combinations thereof, for their antimicrobial properties. Silver-zinc and silver-copper zeolites are also suitable antimicrobials, as well as other anti-microbials known to those in the art.
- Hydrophilic yarns allow the transfer of metal ions from the yarn to the wound or eluent, promoting healing of the wound. Other suitable antimicrobial agents include, but are not limited to, polymeric biguanides and quaternary ammonium compounds, such as chlorhexidine gluconate. The layers of the article may further comprise padding in one or more areas of the article. Seamless, knitted articles offer improved fit, comfort, antimicrobial functionality as well as lower costs. Seamless knitted articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention also offer articles that stick to skin less than articles having seams and, furthermore, provide less friction against the skin of the user. Non-stick yarns are also contemplated according to embodiments of the invention. For example, any of the yarns disclosed herein may be blended with low surface tension yarns, such as modified polytetrafluoroethylene yarns and polyethylenes.
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FIG. 1 depicts aglove 100 according to embodiments of the invention. Theglove 100 comprises athumb 102, anindex finger 104, amiddle finger 106, aring finger 108, apinky finger 110, acuff 112, and apalm 114, which is knitted or optionally cut and sewn. Theglove 100 may be made several different sizes. Referring to the reference numerals ofFIG. 1 , thewidth 1 ofcuff 112 ranges from approximately four-and-one-half inches to five-and-one-half inches. The maximumpalm width area 2, the maximum width of theglove 100, before any polymeric coating is disposed thereon, as discussed below, may range from approximately six-and-one-quarter inches to eight-and-five-eighths inches. Thepalm width 3 across theglove 100 to acrotch 101 of thethumb 102 between theindex finger 104 andthumb 102 may range from approximately four-and-one-third inches to five-and-five-eighths inches. The thumb width 4 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches. The index finger width 5 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches. The middle finger width 6 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches. The ring finger width 7 may range from approximately one inch to one-and-one-half inches. Thepinky finger width 8 may range from approximately seven-eighths of an inch to one-and-one-quarter inches. All ranges recited herein are exemplary and embodiments of the invention admit to other sizes and dimensions. For example, gloves and other articles can be designed in similar proportions to fit the limbs and torso of small children. - The
thumb seam length 10 may range in size from approximately one-and-one-half inches to two-and-one-half inches. The index finger seam length 11 (between theindex finger 104 and the thumb 102) ranges from approximately three-and-one-quarter inches to five-and-one-quarter inches. The index finger seam length 12 (between theindex finger 104 and middle finger 106) may range from approximately two inches to three-and-one-quarter inches. The index finger length 13 (as measured from the tip of thefinger 104 to reference line 103) ranges from approximately three-and-three-eighths inches to five-and-one-quarter inches. The middlefinger seam length middle finger length 16 may range from approximately four inches to five-and-three-quarter inches. The ring finger seam length 17 (between thering finger 108 and middle finger 106) ranges from approximately two inches to three-and-three-eighths inches. The ring finger seam length 18 (between thering finger 108 and pinky finger 110) ranges from approximately two-and-one-quarter inches to three-and-five-eighths inches. Thering finger length 19 may range from approximately three-and-three-eighths inches to five-and-one-quarter inches. The pinky finger seam length 20 (between thering finger 108 and pinky finger 110) may range from approximately one-and-one-half inches to two-and-seven-eighths inches. The pinkyfinger seam length 21 ranges from approximately two inches to three-and-seven-eighths inches. Thepinky finger length 22 may range from approximately two-and-three-eighths inches to four-and-one-quarter inches. - The
cuff width 1 may optionally comprise a width that is the same size, slightly smaller, or slightly larger than the width of the glove (as measured across the thumb area 2). Cuffs that do not significantly taper or neck down from the hand or foot to fit the size of the wrist or ankle (as is common for gloves and anklets and articles for other body parts) will be larger and allow ease of donning and doffing. Each of the fingers, 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110 can optionally be capless, wherein the caps of the fingers are either not knitted or are removed, so that the fingertips of the wearer are exposed. Embodiments of the invention may further comprise wherein the articles are knitted in accordance with the Knitted Variable Stitch Design (KVSD) and/or three-dimensional, Automatic-Knit-Liner technologies as is disclosed in commonly-assigned U.S. Pat. Nos. 6,962,064; 7,213,419; 7,246,509; 7,434,422; and 7,555,921, each of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. - Articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention can be knit with a knitting machine according to instructions provided via computer programming. Double-layered zones for knitted articles may be formed using a variable plaiting process, increasing the stretch in key flex areas of the gloves by altering the number of plaited courses in each section, such as the knuckles or the crotch between the index finger and thumb. For example, stretchable multi-layer functional zones are formed by plaiting a second yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, every fourth course in areas of low flex of the outer layer. Furthermore, the flex in some areas may be increased by adding a different yarn every eighth course in sections where no second yarn was present. The use of every 4th and 8th course in the plaiting structure is for illustrative purposes only. The plaiting structure can range from every other course to every 9th course using machines, such as, but not limited to, models SFG-I, NSFG, and SWG, manufactured by Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd.
- The properties of knitted articles in embodiments of the invention can be varied without the addition of different yarns. For example, varying the stitch dimensions, such as yarn tension and needle depth, can produce articles having different levels of stretchability. The tension of the yarn may be varied by adjusting the tension of the yarn between a pinch roller and a knitting head by computer control of a knitting machine, as is disclosed in commonly-assigned U.S. Pat. No. 7,434,422. A layer that is knitted tighter will have less stretchability. Varying the depth of penetration of the knitting needle into the article, and by casting off or picking up additional stitches in a knitted course, can also affect stretchability. A shallower needle penetration produces an article that is tighter and more difficult to stretch.
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FIG. 2 depicts theglove 100 having a slit cuff and coating disposed thereon, according to embodiments of the invention. In some embodiments,glove 100 includes aslit cuff 206 located on the pinky side of theglove 100, although other areas may have a slit, such as the thumb side. Theglove 100, whether knitted or cut-and-sewn, may have one ormore slits 206 along a longitudinal (as shown) or latitudinal axis, and along all or part of the article allowing the article to open and close in a clamshell-like manner for ease of donning and doffing over burned or wounded limbs, feet, hands, and the like. Theslit 206 may traverse part of the article or the entire article. Articles in accordance with this principle may be opened and closed using non-permanent attachments, such as a strap and clasp (not shown), hook andloop fasteners 204, such as VELCRO®, and the like. In this context, the term non-permanent indicates the feature of being able to open and close the article multiple times without loss of attach-ability. As shown, theslit 206 traverses the side of theglove 100 on thecuff 102, exposing the side of the wearer's wrist. As will be discussed below, other embodiments comprise slits in different areas of a glove. - The
glove 100, as shown inFIG. 2 , may optionally comprise apolymeric coating 202. Thepolymeric coating 202 may be comprised of a natural latex, such as guayule or polyisoprene, a synthetic latex, such as carboxylated acrylonitrile butadiene, non-carboxylated acrylonitrile butadiene, butyl latex, polychloroprene, nitriles, polyurethane, and the like latex, polymeric, or elastomeric compositions, or blends thereof. Thecoating 202 may be formed on theglove 100 using the dip processes as described in commonly assigned U.S. Pat. No. 7,814,571, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/769,829, each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. InFIG. 2 , a palm dip is shown. Thecoating 202 optionally comprises a knuckle dip, finger dip, a three-quarters dip, and the like as needed for specific applications. Furthermore, before dipping in the polymeric coating, the gloves may be dipped in a coagulant, such as calcium nitrate or other coagulants known to those in the art, to destabilize the latex, promote gelling, and prevent strikethrough of the polymeric coating. -
FIG. 3 depicts aglove 300 according to at least one embodiment of the invention. In some embodiments, gloves and other articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention are knitted and subsequently inverted.FIG. 3 shows knitted courses on thethumb 102,index finger 104,middle finger 106,ring finger 108,pinky finger 110, andpalm 114, which are shown as wavy lines, running perpendicular to the longitudinal length of the outside of theglove 300. The courses on the inside of the glove run parallel to the longitudinal length of theglove 300, resulting in the ease of donning and doffing because of lessened friction against the wearer's skin as discussed below. The combination of the use of stretchable yarns in the outer layer, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, which may be knitted loosely as discussed above despite a snug fit with the afflicted body part, the disposition of the courses as described below, and the use of a clamshell like opening detachably adhered with fasteners, produces a glove allowing a snug fit with a minimal amount of irritation to the skin of the user or patient. -
FIG. 4 depicts a close-upview 410 of a knitted plaited fabric of thefinger 106 ofFIG. 3 , in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Thelayer 402, which may be the inner layer, of the knitted plaited fabric of thefinger 106 is shown in shading, which is the layer that contacts the skin of the wearer. As discussed above, thelayer 402 comprises a hydrophilic yarn, such as a nylon, that is coated with an agent having antimicrobial activity, as discussed below. In some embodiments, theinner layer 402 comprises a nylon 6 or nylon 6,6 yarn that is coated with silver or another metal. Thelayer 404, which may be an outer layer, comprises cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, LYCRA®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns. As shown, thelayer 402 may be seamlessly plaited throughout the article. The courses of knitted fabrics create interstices between stitches of yarn. For example, the wickingchannels 408 of thelayer 404 run along an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the glove or, in other words, are horizontally as depicted. The wickingchannels 406 of thelayer 402, the side contacting the skin of a user, run along an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis offinger 106 ofglove 300. When the wickingchannels 406 are so situated, internal to a glove, the friction is lessened against the skin of a wearer of an article, maximizing the amount of stretching possible to accommodate swelling near a wound. Furthermore, yarns having irregular or non-circular cross sections can enhance a wicking action of liquids through spaces between yarns. - The inner plaited yarns will typically be lighter than the outer yarn, ranging in size from 70-1000 denier and needle gauges ranging from 10-18. Plaiting the inner antimicrobial layer in only certain areas, for example, the palm, the backhand, or the fingers, is also contemplated and reduces the overall cost of the glove because of the expense of the antimicrobial. The
inner layer 402 may comprise a hydrophilic yarn, such as nylon 6,6, which contacts the skin of the wearer, promoting the wicking of moisture away from the skin, and is treated, such as by coating or other processes, with an antimicrobial agent, such as silver, to promote the transport of silver or silver ions from the yarn of the glove to the wound. -
FIG. 5 depicts a glove having a highly-wicking yarn and moisture reservoir, according to embodiments of the invention.Layer 500 comprises a yarn that is made from a highly-wicking fiber, such as a nylon 6,6, marketed under the name Nilit® AQUARIUS by Nilit, Inc. of Martinsville, Va., the highly-wicking features of which are disclosed below. Other appropriate highly-wicking yarns include STA-COOL® polyester, ringspun hydrophilic polyester HYDROTEC®, or DRYENERGY® polyester/cotton and may further comprise any shape for the treatment of a limb or body part, such as a leg, arm, knee, ankle, head, waist, and the like. Micro-denier, multi-filament yarns, and yarns having non-circular, irregular cross-sections are particularly effective at wicking moisture away from one area, such as a wound, to other areas. - The
layer 500 optionally comprises anabsorbent material element 530, which is a water-scavenging absorbent reservoir. Theabsorbent material element 530, a super absorbent material, may be attached to a surface of thelayer 500, desirably on or near back hand area and/or cuff area of thelayer 500. Theabsorbent material element 530 can be attached to thelayer 500 by stitching, a thermoplastic adhesive, glue, other suitable attachments, and the like. The yarn of thelayer 500 is fluidly coupled to theabsorbent material element 530 to facilitate wicking of perspiration or other fluids from one or more locations, such as indicated bydirectional arrows absorbent material element 530. After theabsorbent material element 530 is adhered to thelayer 500,layer 500 may be placed on a former of a desired shape and coated with a polymeric coating as discussed above. Embodiments of the invention further comprise wherein theabsorbent material element 530 is disposed or adhered on the palm or near or along the fingers or finger crotches. - The perspiration and moisture wicking properties may also be achieved as disclosed in commonly assigned U.S. Provisional Appl. Ser. No. 61/571,569, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/538,368, which are incorporated herein by reference in entirety. This technology includes a super absorbent material comprised of an electrospun polyurethane and bound acrylate. One such super absorbent material is marketed as SNS Nanosorb® 28. SNS Nanosorb® 28 has a higher affinity for water compared with the nylon 6,6 of the inner knitted layer. The super absorbent material pulls in moisture wicked to it by the nylon yarn, which the super absorbent material subsequently pulls into its internal matrix. Such moisture movement leaves the nylon of the inner knitted layer dry, keeping the moisture away from a user's skin. Different thicknesses of the super absorbent material may be employed. Moreover, the super absorbent material can be used, in lieu of additional padding, to protect body parts from inadvertent bangs and bumps. Moisture absorption is also enhanced, in some embodiments of the invention, by the inclusion of poly-acrylates, polyurethanes, polyvinyl alcohol, hydrogels, and other hydrophilic materials.
- Other embodiments of the invention may position reservoirs in various locations and have various shapes and thicknesses to promote comfort and/or absorbency. The backhand area and cuff area are good choices for locations for the reservoir because these areas see little strain and do not contact the skin of the user as tightly. In other words, moisture is removed from the palm and finger areas, which have relatively high concentrations of perspiration and are high strain areas, where the glove most tightly contacts the skin of the user during use, and is channeled to areas where there is little contact with skin.
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layer 500 is capable of directing the moisture toward the cuff and back hand area having the absorbent material element, which draws moisture inward and therefore acts as a reservoir. By channeling the moisture away from the palm and fingers and to the center of the absorbent material element, a wet or clammy feeling is avoided, promoting hygiene and comfort. Moreover, the efficient and high transfer of the antimicrobial agent to the wounded skin of a patient promotes healing of the skin. In some embodiments of the invention, theabsorbent material element 530 is on the cuff, which is not covered by thepolymeric coating 202, allowing moisture to be evaporated from the absorbent material. Moisture may also be directed to other areas, such as to a wound instead of away from the wound. For example, skin conditions and creams, as well as other medicaments and medicines. -
FIG. 6 depicts a left-hand glove 600, having conduits for accommodating resilient members, according to embodiments of the invention. Theglove 600, which shows the back hand of the glove, includes athumb 602 andfingers thumb 602 andfingers conduit 612, which is capable of receiving aresilient member 614 for immobilizing one or more fingers or providing resistance for strengthening exercises. In some embodiments, theresilient member 614 comprises a compliant material and profile to promote hand strengthening. For example, a compliant plastic having a thin, flat profile, while providing resistance to flexing, nonetheless allows a wearer to flex all fingers. Accordingly, the strength of a weakened hand, for instance, after an accident, can be improved. As the hand of the wearer becomes stronger, theresilient member 614 can be changed to a stiffer material to provide additional resistance, allowing even greater strengthening to occur. - For some situations, such as an acute injury, for example, a burn or broken finger, it may behoove the wearer to have one or more knuckles or fingers immobilized. Therefore, in some embodiments, the
resilient member 614 is made of, for example, steel, preventing the wearer from bending the fingers. In some embodiments, theconduit 612 is knitted intoglove 600. Theconduit 612 may traverse all of a finger or only part, for example, only one or two knuckles, such as is depicted in thefinger 606. Alternatively, the length of theconduit 612 may extend into thebackhand area 616, such as is depicted on thethumb 602 andfinger 604. Also, theglove 600 may comprise truncated fingers, for example, open-ended fingers and thumbs, as is discussed below, so that the fingers of the wearer are uncovered. Furthermore, theconduit 612 is capable of receivingresilient member 614, for example, through aconduit opening 613. Theconduit 612 may also be open for receiving resilient member on the distal end (not shown) of thethumb 602 orfingers - The
resilient member 614 may be of variable thicknesses, widths, lengths, and profiles, for example, circular, square, rectangular, flat, and the like. Also, theresilient member 614 may comprise many different materials, for example, compliant plastics, such as polyethylene, or polypropylene, stiffer plastics, such as acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or nylons, or very stiff, and/or impact-resistant plastics, such as polycarbonate or polyetherimide, and the like. Rubber materials, such as thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) and vulcanizates (TPV), can also be used where flexibility is desirable. In some embodiments, theresilient member 614 made of TPE or TPV, may be sewn intoglove 600. Theresilient member 614 also comprises metals, such as aluminum, steel, titanium, silver, silver alloys, zinc, zinc alloys, and the like. In some embodiments of the invention, silver and/or zinc ions, released from the resilient member, migrate, via an eluent or perspiration, to the wound, promoting healing. In some embodiments of the invention, theconduits 612 can accommodate electrical wires, irrigation, lighting, and mechanical pulleys, to aid in healing, movement, and post treatment. For example, theconduits 612 may be knitted of a electrically conductive yarn. In some embodiments, theconduits 612 extend from the end of the fingertips to the cuff area, where electrical connectors and power can be added to deliver electricity to wounds, promoting healing. -
FIG. 7 depicts a perspective view of the palm side of a right-handed glove 700, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Theglove 700 includes thethumb stall 702 and finger stalls 704, 706, 708, and 710. In some embodiments, theglove 700, as shown, has truncated thumb and finger stalls so that the fingertips of the wearer are not enclosed within theglove 700. Also included in theglove 700 areclosure flaps corresponding members slit 740. In some embodiments, the hooks are VELCRO® hooks, and, in some embodiments, the hooks engage VELCRO® loops on thecorresponding members slit 740. Theslit 740, and VELCRO® closure flaps, can be on the palm or back of the hand, fingers, or thumb areas. VELCRO® closure flaps 712, 714, and 716 may adhere to the corresponding members as a single piece or, alternatively, be split in one or more places, such as atslots VELCRO® members glove 700, comprisingslit 740, may be cut-and-sewn or knitted so that theglove 700 can fit either a left-hand or a right-hand, i.e., be ambidextrous. -
FIG. 8 depicts a perspective view of the backhand side of a right-handed glove 700, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. InFIG. 8 , theglove 700 further comprisespadding 728. Thepadding 728 may be a fabric, such as cotton, or a puncture- and/or impact-resistant material, such as a plastic, rubber, or metal. In some embodiments of the invention, thepadding 728 is stitched or knitted directly onto the backhand of theglove 700, and may be plaited into theglove 700 or knitted into the glove seamlessly. In other embodiments, it may be adhered in other manners, such as by a padding that is cut and sewn onto the back hand area. In yet other embodiments, theglove 700 comprises a pocket 730 (shown partially by hidden lines). Thepocket 730 includes anopening 732, which is capable of accommodating padding placed into it. In some embodiments, theglove 700 includes havingpadding 728 knitted directly within theglove 700 as well as having thepocket 730 knitted within theglove 700, allowing for double the amount of padding to be present. In some embodiments, thepadding 728 could be soft for protection or hard to help hold a desired hand shape or curvature of the hand for therapy reasons. -
FIG. 9 depictsremovable inserts 902 and a cut-and-sewn glove in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. Theremovable insert 902 is a substantially conical or cylindrical member. Theremovable insert 902 may be made of any suitable smooth material, for example, plastics, metals, paper, or glass. Theremovable insert 902 may be of many sizes, and is approximately larger than the finger upon which it will be placed. Theremovable insert 902 is placed over the fingers and thumb of a patient to protect and minimize abrasion of the glove on the wound surface, which may be painful to the patient and further irritate already damaged skin. Theglove 700 is then placed over the hand, after which theremovable inserts 902 are removed. Theremovable insert 902 may also be used with finger cots, as discussed below. In particular, finger cots having two open ends and having closures, such as a drawstring and/or hook-and-loop closures, such as VELCRO®, or gloves or other wound care articles having closures allow the closure to be tightened at different tensions before theremovable insert 902 is removed, allowing custom tightening. -
FIG. 10A depicts afinger cot 1000 in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Thefinger cot 1000, which can be knitted of a single or multiple yarns as discussed above, including a antimicrobial yarn, includes the finger covering 1002 and the closure flaps 1020, 1022, and 1024, which comprise hook and loop fasteners, such as VELCRO® strips 1004, 1006, and 1008, which mate with the correspondingVELCRO® members corresponding members slots - The
finger cot 1000 can be used on the tips of fingers and thumb with, for example, theglove 700, or withoutglove 700. Thefinger cot 1000 may be placed over the tip of a finger, for example, so that it is as long as one knuckle of the finger. Alternatively, thefinger cot 1000 may be as long as the entire finger of the wearer, extending to the palm and backhand areas of the wearer's hand. Thefinger cots 1000 may be cut and sewn and comprising any suitable yarn. Alternatively, thefinger cots 1000 may be knitted from any suitable yarn. In some embodiments, thefinger cots 1000 are knitted using moisture control yarns as discussed above. Moreover, thefinger cots 1000 can be designed to treat burns, injuries, or other conditions sustained on toes. -
FIG. 10B depicts afinger cot 1050 having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. Thefinger cot 1050 has a closed end attip 1054. Aclosure 1052, which may be a VELCRO® closure, runs along the longitudinal axis of thefinger cot 1050 on the back of the finger. Theclosure 1052 may optionally be placed on the palm side of the finger or either side of the finger (not shown). -
FIG. 10C depicts an open-endedfinger cot 1060 having a longitudinal closure in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. Thefinger cot 1060 has an open end at atip 1064, terminating at aring 1066. Aclosure 1062, which may be a VELCRO® closure, runs along the longitudinal axis of thefinger cot 1060 on the back of the finger. Theclosure 1062 may also optionally be placed on the palm side of the finger or either side of the finger. As discussed above, thefinger cot 1060, because it is open ended, may be used with a removable insert, as discussed above, to prevent further injury to a wound when donning and doffing thefinger cot 1060 or to custom tighten theclosure 1062 of thefinger cot 1060, allowing the removable insert to be removed after the closure is tightened. -
FIG. 11 depicts a side view of awound care article 1100 for larger joints in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. Thewound care article 1100 can be used, for example, for a knee or elbow. Thewound care article 1100 may be knitted or cut-and-sewn from a knitted, woven or non-woven fabric, in accordance with embodiments of the invention, and comprising yarns, super absorbent materials, VELCRO® closure flaps (not shown), and other features, such as releasably closable slits as discussed herein with respect to other embodiments of the invention. Moreover, thewound care article 1100 may be turned inside out so that the knitted courses run along the longitudinal axis of the article, so that during donning and doffing, less friction is imparted to the wearer as discussed above. Thewound care article 1100 further comprisesrings 1102, which maintain the article in place around the joint of the wearer, for example, an elbow, knee, shoulder, waist, hip, and the like. Thewound care article 1100 further comprises a cut out 1104, allowing the tip of an elbow or knee cap to extend therethrough. The cut out 1104 therefore allows the limb of the wearer to be impacted less during bending or stretching. -
FIG. 12 depicts a perspective view of awound care article 1200 in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Thewound care article 1200 can be used, for example, for receiving an ankle or wrist. Thewound care article 1200 is knitted or woven fabric, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Moreover, woundcare article 1200 may be turned inside out so that the knitted courses run along the longitudinal axis of the article, so that during donning and doffing, less friction is imparted to the wearer. Thewound care article 1200 further comprisesrings 1202, which may be knitted seamlessly using an elastic yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA® or a blend of a yarn having an elastic yarn, to maintain the article in place around the joint of the wearer, for example, an elbow, knee, shoulder, waist, hip, and the like. - The
wound care article 1200 may further comprise a cut out (not shown) as discussed above, to allow, for example, a heel to extend therethrough. Thewound care article 1200 may have a straight orientation while at rest, for example, having astraight edge 1204. Alternatively, the edge of thewound care article 1200 may be biased in a bent configuration (not shown). Thewound care article 1200 further compriseselastic regions 1206, which provide a better fit to a body part and attenuate stretching of the wound care article in other areas, resulting in less movement and less friction. Less movement and friction in other areas, which might be impacted by burns or other injuries, allows for additional healing without being irritated or stressed by the movement. -
FIG. 13 depicts awound care mask 1300 in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Thewound care mask 1300, as in other embodiments of the invention disclosed herein, comprises a knitted or woven outer layer that is an absorbent, moisture-wicking knitted layer and an inner layer that is an antimicrobial layer for the treatment of wounds. The outer layer may comprise cotton, polyesters, nylons, SPANDEX®, and the like and/or any combination of these yarns. The inner layer, which contacts the skin of the wearer, comprises a hydrophilic yarn capable of transferring metals, such as silver, gold, or zinc, or their alloys or combinations of elemental metals and alloys to a wound of a wearer, which promotes healing and an antiseptic environment. The inner layer also comprises moisture-wicking yarns capable of transferring water, moisture, and eluent away from the skin. - The
wound care mask 1300 comprises a single part, two parts, or two or more parts releasably attached to one another. Irrespective of the number of parts comprising thewound care mask 1300, thewound care mask 1300 comprises closures or hook-and-loop fasteners mask 1300. The closures orfasteners wound care mask 1300 along anaxis 1322 from the front of themask 1302 to the back 1304, from the left side of the head to the right side of the head alongaxis 1320, or along bothaxes wound care mask 1300 comprisescutouts cut outs 1308 accommodate the eyes of a wearer; and thecut outs - The width of the
closures closures wound care mask 1300 is made of yarn, it may be stretched tightly over the head of a wearer, creating compression. As discussed above, the loops of the VELCRO® or other fasteners can be omitted and the loops of the VELCRO® allowed to engage the fabric. - Outer dressings, which are placed over articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention, are further contemplated herein. Outer dressings are placed over the inner article, the skin-contacting article. The inner article can remain on the wound, for example a burn for an extended period of time, while the outer dressing might be changed every day. A burn patient can self-dress a wound easily and effectively once they were sent home from a hospital. As discussed below, this approach could be applied to gloves, finger cots, face masks and others articles.
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FIG. 14A depictsouter dressing 1400 in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Theouter dressing 1400 is a dressing for use with a glove. It may be a knitted article or a woven fabric, substantially similar to articles disclosed herein, including the incorporation of silver, silver alloys, or other metals in yarns for anti-microbial effects. In some embodiments, theouter dressing 1400 is a 10-18 gauge knit. In some embodiments, it is a 13 gauge knit. Where a denser outer dressing is desirable, such as to absorb greater amounts of moisture, embodiments of the invention comprise an 18 gauge knit. In some embodiments, the yarn used to manufacture the skin-contacting article is a silver-coated nylon 6,6 yarn, such as the X-Static® yarn manufactured by Noble Biomaterials of Scranton, Pa. Alternatively, the skin-contacting article comprises a fabric containing an anti-microbial manufactured by lftna, Inc. of Ontario, Canada. In some embodiments of the invention, theouterdressing 1400 is a bleached cotton overarticle, releasably placed over the skin-contacting article, and comprises an outer dressing for an anklet, sock, glove, mask, finger cot, sleeve, compression sleeve, elbow support, or knee support and the like. - The
outer dressing 1400 comprises a yarn such as a rayon and/or cotton blend, where the cotton offers provides moisture absorption and the rayon is lubricious so that the outer dressing slides easily over the primary article. Yarns used to make theouter dressing 1400 could be a composite yarn used to make a single seamless layer. Alternatively, theouter dressing 1400 comprises a multi-layer having a main yarn and a plaited yarn. In such embodiments, the rayon layer may be on an inner layer and the cotton on an outer layer (not shown). The knit or woven fabric further comprises a highly elastic yarn, such as SPANDEX® or LYCRA®, so that, when the outer dressing is stretched during use, it clamps onto the primary article, i.e., skin-contacting article, in this embodiment, a glove, which holds the glove in place and tight to the skin. - The
outer dressing 1400 may be a two-piece construction comprising aseam 1402. Theseam 1402 further comprises VELCRO® fasteners as discussed herein. For embodiments of the invention in which outer dressing comprises two pieces,outer dressing 1400 can be placed over a glove and secured tightly or loosely with the VELCRO® fasteners at theseam 1402. Theouter dressing 1400 further comprises fasteners along thebackhand area 1406, such as VELCRO® fasteners 1404 (closed, as shown). In some embodiments, fasteners may alternatively or additionally be disposed along the palm area (not shown). This allows one to view the wound without having to remove theouter dressing 1400 entirely. Also, theouter dressing 1400 comprises truncatedfingertips 1408 or, in some embodiments, where the fingertips are present (not shown). -
FIG. 14B depictsouter dressing 1450 in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Theouter dressing 1450 is for use with a mask as discussed above. Theouter dressing 1450 comprises all the benefits of theouter dressing 1400, including a two-piece construction, having two halves, which are adhered to each other releasably with fasteners, such as VELCRO®. As shown, theouter dressing 1450 hasfront half 1452 covering theinner mask 1454, which is a mask substantially as described above. Theouter dressing 1450 may comprise the hooks of VELCRO® fasteners on one half, such as thefront half 1452 while having the loops of the VELCRO® fasteners on the other half (not shown). Alternatively, as discussed above, the VELCRO® loops may be omitted. For example, where thefront half 1452 has fasteners having hooks on an inside surface, the VELCRO® hooks may engage the yarn of themask 1454 directly. Additional outer dressings may also be made in accordance with embodiments of the present invention, such as for articles disclosed herein for the fingers, knee, ankle, and the like. -
FIG. 15A depicts the palm side of right-handed glove 1500, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Theglove 1500 includes athumb flap 1502 andfinger flaps slit 1514. Any or all ofthumb flap 1502, andfinger flaps distal end 1512, comprise hook and loop fasteners. Althoughthumb flap 1502 andfinger flaps removable insert 902, as discussed above. - In some embodiments, the
glove 1500 comprises a knitted or woven structure, substantially similar to articles disclosed herein, including the incorporation of silver, silver alloys, or other metals in yarns for anti-microbial effects. In some embodiments of the invention, theglove 1500 is a woven and cut and sewn structure. Theglove 1500 comprises two halves that are cut and sown together to formglove 1500, as discussed below. Theglove 1500 further comprises hooks and loops, or optionally VELCRO® closures, on the palm or back of the hand to releasably close any slit within the glove. The hook and loops fasteners, orVELCRO® closures -
FIG. 15B depicts the backhand side of a right-handed glove liner 1520, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. For example, theglove half 1520 and may be sewn with anotherglove half 1520 to form theglove 1500. Theglove half 1520 comprisesthumb member 1522 andfinger members -
FIG. 15C depicts the palm side of a right-handed liner 1550, in accordance with embodiments of the invention.Glove half 1550 comprises athumb member 1552, andfinger members slit 1514. Thethumb member 1552, andfinger members corresponding thumb member 1522finger members glove half 1520 as discussed above. Theglove half 1550 can be sewn toglove half 1520 to create theglove 1500. Thethumb members 1552, andfinger members - In some embodiments of the invention, the
glove 1500 may be knitted comprising thethumb 1522 andfinger members glove 1500 further comprises theclosures 1512 adhered thereto at a terminal end of thumb flaps and/or finger flaps. Theclosures 1512 may be, for example, hooks that engage loops on a corresponding area to hold the flap closed. The loops may be adhered to the flap or the loops may be the loops of a knitted article (not shown). In some embodiments, the hook and loops are VELCRO® closures.VELCRO® closures 1512 may also comprise hooks that engage the knitted or woven fabric to releasably close the thumb flap or finger flaps. - In some embodiments, because the
thumb member 1552, andfinger members glove 700, comprisingslit 740, may be cut-and-sewn or knitted so thatglove 700 can fit either a left-hand or a right-hand, i.e., be ambidextrous. - Embodiments of the invention, discussed herein, are directed towards gloves, socks, masks, fingercots, and the like. It is to be further understood that other articles for wound care on other parts of the body are contemplated herein. For example, articles for other parts of the legs, torso, and the like are possible and within embodiments of the invention. Other articles in accordance with embodiments of the invention may be designed and placed over joints, such as the elbow, knee, ankle, hip, shoulder, and the like, which contain all features of embodiments of the invention. Moreover, an article for a joint, for example, a glove extending past the wrist, may be combined with a substantially cylindrical compression sleeve, as could be manufactured by knitting the two components together in a single knitting operation, to form an article that addresses more than one body part. Furthermore, the combination of a glove having a compression sleeve can be made purposely long. Subsequently, the article can be cut shorter by an attending healthcare worker to better fit the patient or to cover only as much of the impacted body part. Embodiments of the invention also include a compression sleeve attached or knitted integrally with an article for an ankle or knee extending to the calf or to the thigh. An article made for an elbow could similarly have a compression sleeve attached that extended long enough for use with the upper arm or forearm or both.
- All ranges of numerical values for any dimension recited herein are exemplary, are not to be considered limiting, and include ranges therebetween, and can be inclusive or exclusive of the endpoints. Optional included ranges can be from integer values therebetween, at the order of magnitude recited or the next smaller order of magnitude. For example, if the lower range value is 0.1, optional included endpoints can be 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 . . . 1.1, 1.2, and the like, as well as 1, 2, 3 and the like; if the higher range is 8, optional included endpoints can be 7, 6, and the like, as well as 7.9, 7.8, and the like.
- While the foregoing is directed to embodiments of the invention, other embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the scope thereof, and the scope thereof is determined by the following claims.
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1. A wound care mask, comprising:
a front half of a wound care mask, the front half comprising a knitted outer layer comprising a first yarn, the first yarn further comprising an elastic yarn and a nylon yarn and a knitted skin-contacting inner layer further comprising a second yarn, the second yarn comprising a hydrophilic yarn containing silver, wherein the second yarn promotes the wicking of moisture to the outer layer and the transport of silver ions to a wound;
a back half of a wound care mask, releasably attached to the front half, the back half comprising a knitted outer layer comprising a first yarn, the first yarn further comprising an elastic yarn and a nylon yarn and a knitted skin-contacting inner layer further comprising a second yarn, the second yarn comprising a hydrophilic yarn containing silver, wherein the second yarn promotes the wicking of moisture to the knitted outer layer and the transport of silver ions to a wound; and
the front half and the back half comprising fasteners to releasably open and close the wound care mask for viewing a wound.
2. The wound care mask of claim 1 , further comprising at least one cutout associated with the location of at least one of eyes, ears, nose or mouth of a wearer.
3. The wound care mask of claim 1 , wherein the first yarn comprises a hydrophilic yarn.
4. The wound care mask of claim 1 , wherein the second yarn of the front half or the back half comprises a nylon yarn.
5. The wound care mask of claim 4 , wherein the nylon yarn comprises a nylon 6 or a nylon 6,6 yarn.
6. The wound care mask of claim 1 , wherein the second yarn further comprises at least one of gold, copper, iodine, or zinc or their alloys, a noble metal-ion, triclosan, 2-propanol, n-halamines, polymeric biguanides, quaternary ammonium compounds, chlorhexidine gluconate, silver-zinc and silver-copper zeolites, or compounds and combinations thereof.
7. The wound care mask of claim 1 , further comprising a moisture reservoir fluidly coupled with at least one of the first or second layer.
8. The wound care mask of claim 1 , wherein the fasteners are hook-and-loop fasteners.
9. The wound care mask of claim 7 , wherein the moisture reservoir further comprises an electrospun polyurethane and bound acrylate.
10. The wound care mask of claim 7 , wherein the moisture reservoir comprises polyacrylates, polyvinyl alcohol, or other hydrogel or hydrophilic particles.
11. The wound care mask of claim 1 , the outer layer further comprising at least one of cotton or polyesters or any combination or blend thereof.
12. A kit, comprising:
the wound care mask of claim 1 ; and
an absorbent overarticle for releasably covering the wound care mask, wherein the absorbent overarticle comprises a yarn having at least of one cotton fibers, elastomeric fibers and nylon fibers.
13. The kit of claim 12 , further comprising at least one wound care article, wherein the wound care article is one of an anklet, sock, fingercot, sleeve, compression sleeve, elbow support, or knee support.
14. The kit of claim 13 , wherein the wound care article comprises cotton and nylon.
15. The kit of claim 13 , wherein the wound care article comprises a hydrophilic yarn containing silver.
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