Ankle foot orthosis
US12279984B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L15/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Ankle foot orthoses (AFO) and methods of customizing an AFO. In one embodiment, the AFO includes a carbon fiber strut that includes a carbon fiber foot plate; a formable layer that is coupled with the carbon fiber foot plate, the formable layer being formable from an initial shape to a formed shape; an inner boot, where the formable layer being formed into the formed shape is configured to be formed around geometry of portions of the inner boot; and a moldable calf piece that is configured to be attached to the carbon fiber strut. The AFO may also include a strapping system that is coupled between the moldable calf piece and the inner boot. Methods of manufacturing and customizing the aforementioned AFO are also disclosed.
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