Extra-articular implantable mechanical energy absorbing assemblies
US9282996B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/484
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Implantable assemblies/devices and methods for manipulating energy transferred by members defining an anatomical joint, wherein the members collectively define a path of motion. Assemblies/devices are provided with a first component configured to be attached to a first member of the anatomical joint, a second component configured to be attached to a second member of the anatomical joint; and a hydraulic member joining the first and second components. The hydraulic member is placed under compression to absorb energy transferred by the members when the first component is attached to the first member and the second component is attached to the second member and a distance between locations of attachment of the first and second components becomes smaller then a predefined distance between the locations.
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