Tibial distraction device
US6953443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A simple tibial distraction device includes a simple height-adjustable limb support triangle for positioning a patient's knee during surgery. The triangle includes a slidable support plate for carrying a Steinman pin, as well as a foot support strap to apply traction to the patient's lower leg and/or ankle.
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