Apparatus and method for measuring and monitoring range of motion of the lumbar spine
US7431703B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/1121
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and method for detecting, monitoring, measuring and recording the motion of a patient's spine is disclosed. The apparatus includes a vertical member attached to a belt that fits around the patient's waist. A first sensor for detecting and monitoring flexion and extension of the patient's spine in the midsagittal plane is mounted to the lower end of the vertical member. A second sensor for detecting and monitoring lateral bending and movement of the patient's spine in the frontal plane is mounted to the upper end of the vertical member.
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