Knee brace

Details Knee brace Knee brace

1992-09-24

1994-02-22

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

602 26, A61F 500

Patent

active

052882870

ABSTRACT:
A brace for supporting a knee joint is disclosed which is specifically adapted for use in athletic, i.e. sports, applications. The brace is formed by a pair of frame members disposed on opposite sides of the knee joint which are pivotally connected adjacent one end by way of ratio-swing hinge members. Attached to the inner surface of the lower frame member is a tibia pad which is used to provide a firm interface between the lower frame member and the portion of the knee joint adjacent the crest of the tibia. Means are additionally provided to adjust the position of the tibia pad relative to the knee joint. The brace further includes a patella cap which is positionable over the knee cap of the user.

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