Method of attaching a strapless prosthetic arm

Details Method of attaching a strapless prosthetic arm Method of attaching a strapless prosthetic arm

2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Snow, Bruce E (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Arm or component and actuator or connector therefor

C623S033000

Reexamination Certificate

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07967869

ABSTRACT:
Permanent magnets or electromagnets or a combination of such magnets are provided as a method to retain a prosthetic device on an extremity, such as an arm. The prosthesis utilizes the opposing forces, which are developed by virtue of like magnetic poles being in proximity to each other, to urge the prosthesis to remain attached to the extremity. The prosthesis is prevented from rotation by virtue of a centering force that is provided by an attachment magnet in the prosthesis being placed between two implanted magnets. A removable mounting ring is placed over the prosthesis straps to maintain them in proximity to the extremity.

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