Prosthetic joint with dynamic torque compensator

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1996-09-13

1997-04-29

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

602 16, 482124, A61F 500

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056243901

ABSTRACT:
A constant torque joint utilizes joint elements extending respectively between brace attachments for use in an anatomical brace. The brace has a range of motion dependent upon the particular application and in one embodiment from about 65.degree. to about 215.degree. with an included angle of motion of approximately 150.degree.. A constant torque in the joint is provided by a spring-loaded cable wherein a cam driven cable anchor pin is utilized to compensate for variations in the spring cable joint system to produce a constant torque within the joint throughout the full range of motion of the joint.

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