| 20090318877 | NEEDLE SAFETY DEVICE - A device grips the sheath of a medical needle so that the needle can be retracted from it with one hand and to hold the sheath while the needle is in use. The device has at least two elements that are resiliency connected together, with openings formed within the elements into which the sheath can be pushed. The elements and openings act as a valve that allows the sheath to be pushed into the openings but prevents the sheath from being pulled out of the openings as a result of two holes to be out of alignment thus gripping the sheath. The device also holds the sheath against rotating so that a syringe can be twisted off the needle. The device allows the needle to be sheathed after use with reduced risk of needle stick injury. | 12-24-2009 |
