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Orthosis for an anatomical joint

  • US 5,954,678 A
  • Filed: 08/25/1997
  • Issued: 09/21/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/25/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An orthosis for an anatomical joint, comprising:

  • first means for releasably clasping a first anatomical member;

    second means for releasably clasping a second anatomical member;

    means coupled to both said first and second means for pivotably joining said first and second means together; and

    means mounted upon said first and second means operative for controlling pivotable motion between said first and second means;

    whereinsaid pivotable motion controlling means comprises a housing, with a linkage slidable within said housing, fixed to one of said first and second means, and an upstanding, apertured tab, with a spring loaded rod in slidable penetration of said tab and coupled to said linkage, fixed to the other of said first and second means.

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