Measurement of spine extension

Details Measurement of spine extension Measurement of spine extension

1985-10-07

1987-11-24

Kamm, William E.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

128782, 33512, A61B 510

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active

047081481

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for measuring the end range extension of the lumbar spine of a standing patient is disclosed. A brace device is provided for movably bracing the sacroiliac of the patient against backward movement and a hip holding device is also provided for holding the hips of the patient in contact with the brace device. A measuring device then measures the backward displacement of identifiable portion of the upper body of the patient to determine the end range extension. Preferably, a device is also provided for holding the feet of the patient against upward movement and to hold the feet directly below the hips. The knees are also preferably held in a locked position. The measuring device is adjustable to fit each individual patient appropriately.

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patent: 4285515 (1981-08-01), Gezari
patent: 4425713 (1984-01-01), Rotella
patent: 4492236 (1985-01-01), Pile

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