Orthopedic brace having a system of alternately inflatable or deflatable pneumatic pads for adjustable fitting of the brace to the body
US5415625A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 1993 |
| Grant date | May 16, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2005/0174
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hinged knee brace has a system of inflatable pads mounted thereon to adjustably provide secure and comfortable support for the brace against the leg. Each pad is a pneumatic bladder having a valve enabling selective inflation or deflation of the bladder with a fluid to systematically adjust the fit of the brace to the leg in accordance with the needs of the user.
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