Articulating joint

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2006-02-22

2008-08-12

McKinnon, Terrell (Department: 4148)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

C602S026000, C602S062000, C623S024000, C623S044000, C623S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07410472

ABSTRACT:
The present invention pertains to an articulating joint that is disengageable between two modes of operation: unidirectional movement of the joint or bi-directional movement of the joint, with features that allow the mode to be automatically switched as required. When fully locked, the joint inhibits joint flexion while allowing joint extension. When actuated, a locking mechanism is disengaged to allow both uninhibited flexion and extension of the joint.

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