Convertible ankle brace
US7524295B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0127
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ankle brace may be convertible so it can be used at various stages of treatment, from functioning as a splint when the ankle is first injured, to functioning as a pivoting, relatively non-restrictive protective brace after the ankle has fully healed. The brace also may have a pivoting buckle with the range of pivoting motion of the buckle being limited to provide for the brace to adapt to the wearer while still providing stability and support.
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