Limb strength measurement device

US9028433B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• The University of New Brunswick · CA

Inventors

• John Stephen Landry · Fredericton, CA
• Andrew Sexton · Sydney, AU
• Glen Hughes · Midland, US
• Chris McGibbon · Fredericton, CA

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 13, 2013
• Grant date: May 12, 2015
• Expiry date: Nov 16, 2033

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B5/6823
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Wearable devices, and methods of use thereof, are provided for the measurement of isometric limb strength. In some embodiments, the device includes pivotally connected members and associated contact pads for contacting portions of a limb, where the members may be locked in position to perform isometric flexion or extension force measurements of the limb about a joint. A load cell or other force measurement sensor integrated with the device measures the force applied to one of the contact pads, either directly or indirectly. In some embodiments, the device can be reconfigured for the measurement of isometric strength for both flexion and extension.