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Therapeutic device for post-operative knee

US9107794B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 16, 2012
Grant dateAug 18, 2015
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 14, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61H2203/0425
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present teachings provide for an exercise device for exercising a joint and a limb. The device includes a controller, an actuation member, a load cell, and a motor. The actuation member is controlled by the controller and is configured to extend and flex the limb. The load cell is mounted to the actuation member and configured to measure force between the limb and the actuation member. The motor is configured to control movement of the actuation member in response to inputs from the controller.

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