Orthotic device
US8182438B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/028
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
One embodiment the device described herein relates to orthotic devices, and more particularly to a modular type body brace worn about a portion of the body, and one or more removably attached body panels associated with the body brace for supporting the portion of the body. The body panels are preferably contoured to the physiology of the portion of the body and have a relatively thicker core and progressively thinner peripheral region to provide dynamic flex response when supporting the portion of the body.
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