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A method for preparing a thermoplastic material, with dry heat, for use in patient fixation. The method includes generating heat to a threshold temperature and transferring the heat to the thermoplastic material by a heat conductive path. Once the thermoplastic material has become pliable, it is mol

A method for preparing a thermoplastic material, with dry heat, for use in patient fixation. The method includes generating heat to a threshold temperature and transferring the heat to the thermoplastic material by a heat conductive path. Once the thermoplastic material has become pliable, it is molded into a cast for fixation purposes. The heat may be generated by a device having a housing and a member movable attached to the housing. The device also includes a heating element for providing a heat conductive path to the member.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A device for warming a thermoplastic material so that the material may be prepared for use on a patient, the device comprising:a housing;a member movably mounted to the housing and being alternately movable between a closed position and an open position with respect to th

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A device for warming a thermoplastic material so that the material may be prepared for use on a patient, the device comprising:a housing;a member movably mounted to the housing and being alternately movable between a closed position and an open position with respect to the housing;a support surface disposed on the member for supporting the thermoplastic material; anda heating element for distributing heat substantially uniformly over a planar surface area coincident with the element, the planar surface area of the heating element being in contact with the member.