Scoliosis orthotic system
US4285336A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 1979 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/024
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic brace for treatment of idiopathic scoliosis or curvature of the spine. A brace with an anterior panel and spaced right and left posterior panels, with substantially rigid iliac crest members at each side joining the anterior panel to the respective posterior panels. Adjustable straps are provided for interconnecting the spaced posterior panels, and a flexible pelvic band is carried at the lower ends of the panels for positioning about the pelvis of the wearer. The various additional components may be added to the basic lumbar brace as desired, including a thoracic sling, an anterior sternal upright, a chest band, and a neck band.
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