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Abstract

A protective garment segment is provided which is made of flexible, water-resistant plastic material which is skin compatible, the protective garment segment defining an elongated hollow cavity adapted to surround a body member inserted theren; the garment segment comprises a closed end and a limb-receiving sleeve end through which a body member can be inserted; the sleeve end is provided with sealing means so that a water tight garment to body seal can be effected; the garment is provided with means for introducing liquid flow into the interior of the garment so that the limb inserted therein can be bathed and treated with said liquid; means are provided for distributing the liquid through tubes extending throughout the interior of the jacket. Means are also provided to allow the joining of garment segments, with the ultimate capability of joining limb segments to a torso segment resulting in a plastic suit, covering the entire body from the neck down. Means are provided to unify the flow of liquid to all portions of the body garment.

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