Prosthetic leg apparatus and method

Details Prosthetic leg apparatus and method Prosthetic leg apparatus and method

1996-09-11

1999-03-30

Milano, Michael J.

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

Leg

623 35, A61F 274

Patent

active

058882146

ABSTRACT:
A prosthetic apparatus and method facilitate the selection of a prosthetic leg having compression and expansion characteristics which are uniquely adapted to provide comfort for a particular handicapped individual. The prosthetic apparatus and method enable the compression and expansion characteristics of the apparatus to be readily adjusted without requiring the utilization of a coil spring, of compressed air, or of a hydraulic system.

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