Shoulder physical therapy device
US5645521A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2208/0252
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An articulated physical therapy device used in the therapy of a frozen shoulder is provided with tensioning means. In the preferred embodiment of the device there is a reciprocating strut employing rods and plates enclosed in a tube. The preferred embodiment can also be provided with a cam-operated detent for easy adjustment of the length of the forearm strut. Means are provided for easy removal of the reciprocating upper arm unit. A detent and keeper are provided for convenient changing of the reciprocating unit from the left side protractor retainer to the right side protractor retainer.
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