Frame for an orthopedic brace having a truss structure and an associated strapping system
US8419670B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 24, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0123
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A frame is provided for an orthopedic brace having an upper frame assembly, a lower frame assembly, a first hinge and a second hinge. The first and second hinges dynamically connect the upper and lower frame assemblies. The upper or lower frame assembly includes a truss unit which defines a triangle. The first side of the triangle is a substantially vertical longitudinal strut. The second side of the triangle is a first cross beam which is substantially horizontal or diagonal. The third side of the triangle is a diagonal second cross beam.
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