Ankle-foot orthosis

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2005-05-03

2005-05-03

Bennett, Henry (Department: 3743)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

C602S023000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06887213

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides an ankle-foot orthosis (1) that comprises a strut (2) extending over the front of the lower leg and anterior of the lateral ankle, a foot plate (3) extending beneath the sole of the foot and a fastening means for the fastening the orthosis (1) to the leg. The strut comprises a bifurcation zone (9) and two strut branches (2′, 2″) arranged to extend on the outside of the lower leg on each side of the tibia. Thus the present invention provides an orthosis (1) with high resistance against wear and tear, high wear comfort for the patient and an orthosis (1) enabling an almost normal gait.

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