Extra-articular implantable mechanical energy absorbing systems
US9005298B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 6, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00796
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for sharing and absorbing energy between adjacent body parts includes a system which facilitates absorbing energy between members forming a joint, such as between articulating bones. An exemplary embodiment of the system includes a first attachment structure, a second attachment structure, a piston component, and an energy absorbing spring component. The spring component is attached only to one of the first attachment structure and the second attachment structure, and the piston component is attached only to the other of the first attachment structure and the second attachment structure.
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