Locking therapeutic device

Abstract

An improved locking therapeutic device for use in connection with a foot injury or other wound which is locked by a medical care provider. The locking therapeutic device may only be removed by the medical care provider or other authorized party in the event removal is necessary. The locking therapeutic device may be used in connection with medical applications where it is desired that the healing/protective environment remain in place for a prolonged period.

1 . A protective device for an injured body part having a locking device, so that the protective device is locked into position covering the injured body part.  
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the locking device is a combination lock.  
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the locking device is an electronic lock which may be unlocked remotely or from a position adjacent the device.  
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the locking device is easily opened but cannot be relocked without a specific key, code or another unique mechanism.  
   
   
       5 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the protective device is a shoe or boot-like device for wearing on a foot.  
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the protective device is an orthopedic brace-like device for wearing on a foot and ankle.  
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the protective device is an orthopedic brace-like device for wearing on a foot and up the leg near the knee.  
   
   
       8 . The device of  claim 1  having a waterproof protective cover.  
   
   
       9 . The device of  claim 1  having a cover to resist interference of the device with bedclothes or other coverings used by the wearer of the device.