Jointless artificial foot

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1997-03-04

1999-04-27

Milano, Michael J.

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

Leg

Foot

623 55, A61F 266, A61F 268

Patent

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058975942

ABSTRACT:
A jointless artificial foot having a resilient foot insert. In order to improve comfort while walking, a tubular, cylindrical segment which is arranged lying and has a horizontal cylinder axis and an axial slot situated at the rear is provided for the foot insert, the lower C-limb being fastened on the rear end region of a leaf spring extending forward beyond the foot insert, while the upper C-limb is equipped with a foot adapter for releasable connection to a leg prosthesis.

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