External fixator system
US10080585B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 28, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 25, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8875
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An external fixation frame for correcting a bone deformity includes a first fixation ring and a second fixation ring. A posterior adjustable length strut couples a posterior portion of the first fixation ring to a posterior portion of the second fixation ring and has universal joint. Medial and lateral adjustable length struts couple medial and lateral portions of the first fixation ring to medial and lateral portions of the second fixation ring respectively, each of the medial and lateral adjustable length struts including a constrained hinge joint. The fixation frame also includes a half ring coupled to the second fixation ring.
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