A strap assembly to be looped about split portions of human tissue to retain the split portions in adjacent contacting relation to promote healing thereof includes a flexible elongated member and a buckle member. The buckle member includes a frame member and a clamp member rotatably mounted within the...http://www.google.ca/patents/US5356412?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5356412 - Sternum buckle with rotational engagement and method of closure
