Limb angle reading device for post-operative therapy

• US 20060142671A1
• Filed: 12/27/2004
• Published: 06/29/2006
• Est. Priority Date: 12/27/2004
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: David Mark Solak
• Original Assignee: David Mark Solak
• Inventors: Solak, David Mark
• Application Number:
  US11/023,149
• Publication Number:
  US 20060142671A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 600/595
• CPC Class Codes: A61B 5/1071 measuring angles, e.g. using goniometers A61B5/1123 takes precedence
• CPC Class Codes: A61B 5/4528 Joints A61B5/4533, A61B5/4538 take precedence
• CPC Class Codes: A61B 5/6828 Leg
• CPC Class Codes: A61B 5/6831 Straps, bands or harnesses

Abstract

A mechanism for viewing the angle of one'"'"'s joint by simply attaching bands around the limbs relative to the affected joint. A read out may help a patient regain full range-of-motion after surgery, especially when ligaments must heal and joints are immobilized for a long time. An angle sensor attached to a hinge axis about the joint, sends a signal to a converter which converts that signal into a legible readout so the patient can record or make goals to regain motion in the affected joint. The bands are detachable so the patient can remove the mechanism after use.

Claims

1. A device that attaches to a human limb comprising:

a. an electronic angle sensor to send electronic signals to a readout box; and

b. a converter circuit to convert the said electronic signals into a legible readout; and

c. removable bands to secure the device to the said relative limbs; and

d. bars to hold and position the said electronic angle sensor in place; and

e. a means to electrically power the said electronic angle sensor and said converter circuit.