Multi-purpose brace
US5797864A · kind A · utility
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12Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 14, 1996 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0125
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of alleviating the effects of degeneration of the knee. A lateral force applied to the knee. Simultaneously the position of the patella is stabilized during the application of the lateral force. A brace is also described. The brace can be located on the leg of the wearer and can apply lateral force on the knee of the wearer. Simultaneously the brace acts to stabilize the patella of the wearer during the application of the lateral force.
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