Device for treating hallux varus
US9414952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/019
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for straightening a toe which has deviated away from a midline of a foot includes an assembly for retaining the toe, a tension mechanism and an assembly for securely positioning the foot in the device, such that when pressure is applied to the toe, the toe can be returned to its normal position. The tension mechanism is able to produce a graded amount of tension.
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