Flexion contracture TKA adaptor

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2006-01-31

2006-01-31

Snow, Bruce (Department: 3738)

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

Leg

Adjustable shank or thigh

Reexamination Certificate

active

06991658

ABSTRACT:
An interconnection component or an adaptor bracket for use in coupling a distal end of a prosthetic limb socket to a proximal end of an endoskeletal component of a prosthetic limb, where the interconnection component is specifically adapted to compensate for a patient's flexion contracture.

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Catalog page depicting 1/2″ and 3/4″ offset plate components, date: N/A (however, applicant admits that the displayed offset plate components are prior art with respect to the present invention); Prosthetic Design, Inc., Clayton, Ohio, USA.

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