Osteoarthritis brace
Osteoarthritis brace
United States Patent 7,311,687
Hoffmeier , et al. December 25, 2007
Abstract
An osteoarthritis brace having relatively large semi-rigid cuffs for abutting the wearer's thigh and calf. In one embodiment, the semi-rigid cuffs are secured to rigid cuffs of the brace only on one side and in substantially a center of the rigid cuffs. The semi-rigid cuffs bear reaction forces created by a medial/lateral force applied to the wearer's knee by a hinge of the brace. The semi-rigid cuffs provide flesh containment, distribute loads over a large portion of the wearer's flesh, eliminate pinch points and provide enhanced fitting capabilities.
Inventors: Hoffmeier; Carl (Solana Beach, CA), Sullivan; Jennifer (San Pedro, CA), Martin; John (Oceanside, CA), Gregersen; Colin Seth (Cardiff by the Sea, CA)
Assignee: DJO, LLC (Vista, CA)
Appl. No.: 11/098,158
Filed: April 4, 2005
Votes:9
Comments: 0