Exercise device for amputees

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1994-11-22

1997-05-06

Crow, Stephen R.

Exercise devices

User manipulated force resisting apparatus, component...

Utilizing resilient force resistance

482 10, 482 93, A63B 2100

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ABSTRACT:
A resistance exercise device is disclosed for an amputee which includes a harness assembly configured to engage the stump portion of an amputated limb. The harness assembly includes a circumferential support strap and a depending retention portion. A mechanism is provided for affording dynamic resistance to the amputee during the performance of an exercise, and fastening members are associated with said circumferential support strap for engaging the resistance mechanism.

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