Permanently attached artificial limb
US4143426A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 30, 1977 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00952
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A permanently attached artificial limb comprises an endoprosthesis in combination with an artificial tendon attachment. The artificial tendon attachment permits the use of existing skeletal muscles to power external articulating mechanical joints of the endoprosthesis device. The artificial tendon penetrates the skin and provides a strong interface with existing skeletal muscles.
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