Bone support apparatus
US9468467B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8695
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone support apparatus includes a first bone connector with a first bone cradle insert configured to contact a patient's bone and constructed of a resilient material, a second bone connector configured to contact a patient's bone, and an adjustable rod assembly having a first end connected to the first bone connector and a second end connected to the second bone connector. The adjustable rod assembly has a first elongated member, a second elongated member, and an expansion member with a first end adjustably connected to the first elongated member and a second end adjustably connected to the second elongated member. The distance between the first bone connector and the second bone connector is adjustable by moving at least one of the first end and the second end relative to the first and second elongated member.
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