Living hinge for athletic brace or support
US12036141B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2005/0165
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention comprises an elastomeric athletic or orthopedic brace, support for a joint complex and is a network of interlinking elastomeric bands that extend radially from a hub member having a section of reduced rigidity to support a joint in tension but provide for controlled hinging about an axis defined through the hub member. In particular, the brace is provided for an ankle.
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