Device and method for externally rotating the femur

Details Device and method for externally rotating the femur Device and method for externally rotating the femur

2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Bianco, Patricia M (Department: 3772)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Bandage structure

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C602S061000, C602S023000, C602S026000, C128S869000, C128S882000

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07959591

ABSTRACT:
An elongate flexible strap is adapted to be wrapped about a wearer's leg and pelvic region. The strap applies a torque to the leg, rotating the leg into a desired degree of external rotation. In a leg having an improperly aligned patella, it is believed that the external rotation improves lower extremity mechanics by aligning the patella within the trochlear groove.

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