Knee brace

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2011-04-19

2011-04-19

Lewis, Kim M (Department: 3772)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

C602S016000, C602S023000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07927299

ABSTRACT:
A knee brace having a hinge assembly comprising an upper segment; a lower segment; a middle linking segment coupled to the upper and lower segments to permit pivotal movement of the upper segment relative to the lower segment; and one or more biasing members anchored to the upper and middle linking segments to resiliently bias the upper and middle segments toward a predetermined alignment. A series of straps connected to the hinge assembly allow attachment of the knee brace to the wearer's leg.

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