Knee brace and method for securing the same
US7713225B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 11, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2005/0181
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A knee brace divided into anterior and posterior sides by a frontal plane, and having first and second sides divided by a median plane. The knee brace including a frame having proximal and distal portions, a stability strap having first and second ends respectively connected to first and second sides on the proximal frame portion along the posterior side thereof, and a cross strap having a first end connected to the first side of the proximal and a second end connected to the distal frame portions. A bracket assembly having a buckle connects the stability and cross straps to the frame. A sleeve is provided which covers the frame and upon which the bracket assembly rests.
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