Low profile active shock module prosthesis

Details Low profile active shock module prosthesis Low profile active shock module prosthesis

2005-11-29

2005-11-29

Stewart, Alvin J. (Department: 3738)

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

Leg

Foot

Reexamination Certificate

active

06969408

ABSTRACT:
In one embodiment, an impact and torque-absorbing module for a low profile lower limb prosthesis comprises two support members telescopingly engaged to permit axial and rotational motion therebetween. A resilient element resists axial displacement of the two support members, and a torque resisting cuff resists rotational displacement of the two support members. Precompression of the resilient element can reduce the size of the shock module making it more compact. The resilient element can also be replaced allowing adjustment of the shock absorption.

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