Dynamic tension system for orthopedic device
US11160679B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2005/0132
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dynamic tension system connects to an orthopedic device having a frame and a hinge connected to the frame. The dynamic tension system includes a cable, an adjustment mechanism connected to the cable and arranged to incrementally wind or release the cable, and a tension control device connected to the adjustment mechanism and arranged to limit the adjustment mechanism from winding of the cable past a predetermined tension level.
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