← Product Code [IPS](/submissions/PM/subpart-d%E2%80%94physical-medicine-prosthetic-devices/IPS) · K780085

# CANE/REACHER (K780085)

_Fred Sammons, Inc. · IPS · Jan 30, 1978 · Physical Medicine · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Fred Sammons, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [IPS](/submissions/PM/subpart-d%E2%80%94physical-medicine-prosthetic-devices/IPS.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jan 30, 1978
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 890.3075
- **Device Class:** Class 1
- **Review Panel:** Physical Medicine

## Regulatory Identification

A cane is a device intended for medical purposes that is used to provide minimal weight support while walking. Examples of canes include the following: A standard cane, a forearm cane, and a cane with a tripod, quad, or retractable stud on the ground end.

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