Knee rehabilitation device
US9492342B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2201/1269
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A knee rehabilitation device is provided which can be used in various stages of knee rehabilitation to facilitate a full range of knee motion and promote joint flexibility following a knee impairment. The device, which can be used by a patient with or without the aid of medical personnel, is simple to use, compact, and is highly adjustable to accommodate different therapy regimens, and different leg sizes. To achieve maximum stretch of affected tissues of a pathologic joint, the device can be used without the need of lower extremity muscle involvement. A first embodiment device is machined or cast from a lightweight structural metal, such as titanium, aluminum or magnesium. The device includes a handle of adjustable length that is rotatably coupled to a parallel-beam leg support. The leg support provides attachment points for multiple adjustable bands that bridge the gap between the parallel beams.
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