| 摘要 |
<p>A flexible multi-layer product is described that supports, protects and cools a limb or joint. The product is fastened around the limb or joint concerned with adjustable releasable fastenings. The product has an inner synthetic fibre fabric layer conforming to the limb or joint and impregnated with an evaporative liquid comprising water and alcohol. A flexible protective layer is provided outside the inner layer. It allows circulation of air and vapour within the layer and between layers, and serves, at least in part, to cushion the inner layer and the limb or joint from impact. A garment is also described that provide rapid and sustained cooling of a mammalian body. The garment is formed of an artificial fibre formed with channels on the fibre surface adapted to provide enhanced wicking of fluids. The garment is impregnated with an evaporative liquid comprising water and alcohol. The product and the garment may be provided in sealed pouches fully impregnated with the evaporative liquid. Alternatively, they may be provided as a kit comprising the product or garment proper in unimpregnated state together with a supply of evaporative liquid for impregnating the product or garment.</p> |
