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Universal-orthese

  • US 4,180,870 A
  • Filed: 04/14/1976
  • Issued: 01/01/1980
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/15/1975
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An orthesis for supporting an arm of a patient whose functional capacity has been diminished comprising an articulated support system adapted to be attached to the trunk and arm of the patient, said support system comprising a fulcrum joint simulating the shoulder joint of the patient and a lever system extending along the arm of the patient, means for applying a force corresponding substantially to the weight of the arm of the patient at a point on said extending lever system substantially lying on a line connecting the fulcrum joint and the center of gravity of the arm of the patient irrespective of the position of the arm of the patient.

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