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Document | Title | Date |
20080228286 | Liner - The invention relates to a liner for connecting a prosthesis with the stump of an amputated lower leg. The liner comprises a stocking from a substantially flexible material for surrounding the stump with a first, open end for receiving the stump there through and a second, closed end which is, on the outside, provided with coupling means for coupling to the prosthesis. The liner is, on the inside, provided with a substantially form-retaining disc for supporting the end of the stump. Further, the substantially form-retaining disc is substantially non-round in a view from the open end of the stocking. | 09-18-2008 |
20090036999 | Liner for prosthetic and orthopedic systems - A liner is arranged for use in prosthetic and orthopedic devices. The liner defines first and second end portions, and inner and outer surfaces. The liner includes an inner layer having a frictional component and forms at least part of the periphery of the inner liner surface. The inner layer defines a plurality of apertures. A porous element is in communication with the inner liner surface and is connected to the inner layer such that the apertures permit a transfer of air from the inner surface to the porous element. A base layer adjoins the porous element and extends between the first and second end portions of the liner. | 02-05-2009 |
20090132056 | TUBE SOCK-SHAPED COVERING - A tube-sock shaped polymeric covering for wearing over an amputation stump. The covering has an open end for receiving the amputation stump and a closed end opposite the open end. The covering includes a docking means for attachment of an external device to the covering. The covering may also include one or more areas of reinforcing material that can be present in the form of a strip or rod, for example. The reinforcing material is comprised of a material that is less stretchable than the polymeric material forming the covering, and acts to reduce stretching and/or movement of the covering | 05-21-2009 |
20090240344 | MULTI-LAYER POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER - A multi-layer prosthetic liner having an inner polymeric material layer surrounded by an outer polymeric material layer. The outer polymeric material layer is dissimilar to the inner polymeric material layer. A tying layer may reside between the inner polymeric material layer and the outer polymeric material layer. Any embodiment of the liner may be wholly or partially covered on its exterior with a material that exhibits low-friction and/or wicking characteristics. | 09-24-2009 |
20100004756 | PROSTHESIS - A prosthesis for attachment to a residual limb. The prosthesis includes a liner into which the residual limb is insertable, a socket into which the liner is insertable, and a fibrous pile fastener arranged on the inner surface of the liner, the outer surface of the liner, and the inner wall of the socket. Fibers extend from the fibrous pile fastener on inner surface of the liner inclined toward a direction in which the residual limb is inserted into the liner. Fibers extend from the fibrous pile fastener on the outer surface of the liner inclined toward a direction reversed from a direction in which the liner is inserted into the socket. Further, fibers extend from the fibrous pile fastener on the inner wall of the socket toward the direction in which the liner is inserted into the socket. | 01-07-2010 |
20100016993 | Flexion enhancement member for prosthetic or orthotic liner or sleeve and associated methods - The liner or sleeve is for use around a joint, for example, as a skin interface between a limb and a prosthetic or orthotic device. The liner or sleeve includes an elastomeric material defining a tubular member to be positioned around a joint. A tendon is attached along a portion of the tubular member to urge the elastomeric material at such portion of the tubular member to contract. The tendon may be integrally molded within the portion of the tubular member. The tendon may be formed of an elastomeric material having a higher durometer hardness relative to the durometer hardness of the tubular member elastomeric material. With the present approach, it is possible to maintain the use of a two part mold while providing a liner or sleeve with enhanced flexion adjacent to a joint area. | 01-21-2010 |
20100023134 | Prosthetic liner with proximal seal - Disclosed is a prosthesis suspension assembly, the assembly comprising: a prosthetic liner comprising a distal outer surface comprising a porous or continuously cavitated, compressible material and a proximal surface comprising an elastomeric material; and a suspension sleeve which seals against the proximal surface. | 01-28-2010 |
20100042227 | Prosthesis Comprising a Shank for Accommodating an Amputation Stump - The invention relates to a prosthesis comprising at least one artificial limb ( | 02-18-2010 |
20100114331 | Prosthetic attachment system with low profile attachment pad - An anchoring system for a transtibial or transfemoral (above or below the knee) prosthesis. The anchoring system includes a liner for enveloping an amputee limb. The liner has a first strap releasably secured to the fabric of the liner by a reinforcement plate that has a particular molded hook backing that removably adheres to the liner in such a way as to still provide a secure anchor for the buckle. The liner also has a second strap fixedly attached to the distal bottom end of the liner. The anchoring system also includes a containment socket for seating the liner. The containment socket has a pair of slots there through at positions corresponding to the two straps of the liner, respectively. To apply the anchoring system, the patient first applies the liner to his/her limb. The liner is then inserted into the socket with the two fastening straps protruding out through the respective slots. The patient pulls down on the lower strap thereby drawing the liner down into the socket until the liner is securely seated in the socket. When fully seated, the two fastening straps are overlayed and secured to themselves by Velcro® or the lower strap is threaded through a buckle on the upper strap and secured onto itself with Velcro®. The foregoing forms a suspension which holds the prosthesis on. Moreover, the fastening straps through slots absolutely prevent lateral shift as well as rotation. | 05-06-2010 |
20100161076 | ORTHOTIC OR PROSTHETIC CUSHIONED DEVICE AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - Orthotic and prosthetic devices having integrated features such as cushioning features are described, as well as methods for computer aided designing and making of these devices. The orthotic or prosthetic devices comprise a cushioning layer superimposed onto an orthotic or prosthetic shell, the cushioning layer comprising an array ( | 06-24-2010 |
20100204805 | Pain reducing and eliminating prosthesis socket device - The present invention is a general pain and phantom pain reducing and eliminating prosthesis socket device for an amputee user with an amputated body part. The device has a core socket and a silicon socket cup placed inside the core socket to receive the amputated body part and a wireless transmitter Fob that includes a programmable microprocessor, a wireless radio transmitter IC board, an adjustable potentiometer, a momentary on and off switch, a light emitting diode and a DC power source. The wireless receiver module also includes a wireless processor printed circuit board, a battery and power supply, a thermocouple temperature probe and a heating coil. | 08-12-2010 |
20100249949 | PROSTHETIC LINER WITH CONTINUOUS DISTAL END AREA - A tubular liner has an open proximal end and a closed-end distal area, and a fabric layer continuously defining an exterior surface of the liner without interruption. A polymeric layer having first and second surfaces is bonded to an interior surface of the fabric layer. A seam is formed by opposed sides of the fabric layer joined together and forming an excess portion directed toward the cavity of the liner. The excess portion is embedded in the polymeric layer. | 09-30-2010 |
20100249950 | LINER FOR VACUUM SOCKETS, AND USE OF THE LINER - A liner for vacuum sockets for receiving amputation stumps and for use in prosthetic sockets, wherein the liner has a double wall made up of an inner liner ( | 09-30-2010 |
20100274363 | Prosthetic liner with improved knee flexion - A prosthesis comprising an elastomeric liner sized and configured to surround a limb of a patient about a knee joint, the liner having an inner surface for facing the limb of the patient and an outer surface defining an anterior region and a posterior region which are demarcated by an imaginary plane extending midway between the front most portion and rear most portion of the limb along the length of the limb, wherein the anterior region has an anterior material secured thereto and the posterior region has a posterior material secured thereto and the anterior and posterior materials having equal transverse elongation, and the anterior material having a longitudinal elongation greater than the longitudinal elongation of said posterior material, whereby when said prosthesis is donned onto a limb of a patient over the knee and the limb is flexed about the knee, buckling of the prosthesis about the knee is substantially reduced or eliminated. | 10-28-2010 |
20100274364 | ADJUSTABLE PROSTHESIS - A prosthesis system includes a reconfigurable socket. The socket changes configurations to adjust the socket fit. The socket includes a socket main body with a window and a panel positioned in the window. The panel and the socket main body cooperate to define a cavity for receiving a residual limb. A lacing system is coupled to both the socket main body and the panel and moves the panel with respect to the socket main body to adjust a volume of the cavity. A tensioning mechanism holds the lacing system to position the adjustment panel. The prosthesis system also allows for the escape of moisture from within the cavity. | 10-28-2010 |
20100318195 | ORTHOPEDIC INTERFACE - The invention relates to an orthopedic interface ( | 12-16-2010 |
20100318196 | SUSPENSION LINER WITH SEAL - A suspension liner sleeve providing an interface between a residual limb and a hard prosthetic socket includes a resilient seal element extending around its outer periphery to enhance a sealing effect between the sleeve and the interior of a prosthetic socket to isolate the distal end of the socket from atmosphere after the sleeve with a residual limb has been inserted within the socket and to thereby improve the retention of the liner sleeve and the residual limb in the prosthetic socket. | 12-16-2010 |
20110004323 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ADAPTED LINER AND LINER - The invention relates to a method for producing an adapted liner for placement on a stump ( | 01-06-2011 |
20110022184 | SEALING LINER AND LOCK FOR PROSTHETIC LIMB - Locking systems for prosthetic sockets utilizing integrated vacuum and mechanical coupling are disclosed. Some example embodiments may include a flexible liner shaped to accept a portion of a patient's residual limb, the flexible liner including a liner distal end including at least one surface feature; a plunger pin extending distally from the liner distal end; and a locking mechanism for mounting within a prosthetic limb socket approximate a socket distal end, the locking mechanism including a central opening sized to receive the plunger pin, the locking mechanism releasably engaging the plunger pin when the residual limb and the liner are inserted into the socket, wherein a proximal end of the locking mechanism includes at least one surface feature for releasably and sealingly engaging the at least one surface feature of the distal end of the flexible liner. | 01-27-2011 |
20110029096 | PROSTHETIC LINER WITH PERSPIRATION ELIMINATION MECHANISM - Disclosed is a prosthetic elastomeric liner, which can be used without lanyards or straps, in which, upon ambulation, perspiration is voided simultaneously with the reestablishment of a vacuum-aided seal without a vacuum pump. The liner's distal tip comprises a buttress anchored sweat port containing a one way valve continuous with a channel passing through the buttress and liner from its inner surface to its outer surface. The sweat port is connected, optionally integrally, to a prosthetic pin which is inserted into a prosthetic limb. | 02-03-2011 |
20110054635 | PROSTHESIS AND RESIDUAL LIMB COVER - This application relates to a prosthesis | 03-03-2011 |
20110077748 | SUSPENSION LINER SYSTEM WITH SEAL - A suspension liner system adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket, the liner sleeve including an elongate generally conical liner sleeve including proximal and distal end areas, and a sealing member arranged to removably fit onto the distal end area of the liner sleeve. The sealing member has proximal and distal end areas, and defines a resilient seal element located at the proximal end area and a receiving portion formed from the distal end area. The seal element outwardly protrudes relative to the receiving portion of the liner sleeve and is arranged for deflection against the liner sleeve. | 03-31-2011 |
20110098827 | Prosthetic Locking Liner With Improved Knee Flexion - A prosthesis comprising an elastomeric locking liner sized and configured to surround a limb of a patient about a knee joint, the liner having an inner surface for facing the limb of the patient and an outer surface defining an anterior region and a posterior region which are demarcated by an imaginary plane extending midway between the front most portion and rear most portion of the limb along the length of the limb, wherein the anterior region has an anterior material secured thereto and the posterior region has a posterior material secured thereto and the anterior and posterior materials having equal transverse elongation, and the anterior material having a longitudinal elongation greater than the longitudinal elongation of said posterior material, whereby when said prosthesis is donned onto a limb of a patient over the knee and the limb is flexed about the knee, buckling of the prosthesis about the knee is substantially reduced or eliminated and wherein the distal end of the liner includes an insert member adapted to receive a connector for locking the liner to a prosthetic socket when worn on a residual limb of an amputee. | 04-28-2011 |
20110118854 | SUSPENSION LINER HAVING MULTIPLE COMPONENT SYSTEM - A residual limb suspension liner for a prosthesis has a first layer defined by a first elastomeric material and forms a continuous circumferential internal surface of the liner. The liner also includes a second layer defined by a second elastomeric material different from the first elastomeric material. The second layer has a first surface adjacent to and integrally joined to the first layer. The second layer has a variable radial thickness over an anterior aspect of the liner. | 05-19-2011 |
20110144769 | Member for artificial limb - A member for an artificial limb comprises a base member which is made of a fiber cloth and has air permeability and a plurality of protuberances which are made of silicon rubber on both of the inside and outside surfaces of the base member, adjoining protuberances being apart to one another. The base member may be tubular or flat. | 06-16-2011 |
20110202143 | SOCKET LINER FOR ARTIFICIAL LIMB - A hypobarically-controlled artificial limb for amputees includes a single socket with a volume and shape to receive a substantial portion of the residual limb. A sealed cavity is formed between the socket and the residual limb. The wearer may use a liner over the residual limb for comfort. A vacuum source is connected to a vacuum valve connected to the cavity to suspend the artificial limb from the residual limb and to control and minimize volumetric and fluid changes within the residual limb A liner for a hypobarically-controlled socket for an artificial limb, with a liner interface bonding the liner to the socket and forming a seal between the liner and the socket. The liner may be permanently attached to the socket or the liner may be removed from the socket for replacement. | 08-18-2011 |
20110208321 | Polymeric Prosthetic Liner With Controlled Stretch Characteristics - A controlled-stretch prosthetic liner comprising a polymeric material covered with at least a stretch-controlling fabric. Certain liner types, such as below knee (BK) liners, may also include a panel of more stretchable fabric so as to prevent any interference with knee flexion. The polymeric material of the liner may also be used to control liner stretch, such as by adding Kevlar pulp or other materials that increase the strength and reduce the elasticity of the polymeric material and/or by reducing the amount of plasticizer(s) present therein. The stretch-controlling fabric, possibly in conjunction with the polymeric material, acts to limit the longitudinal stretch of the liner while not adversely affecting the radial stretch thereof. | 08-25-2011 |
20110264239 | SUSPENSION LINER SYSTEM WITH SEAL - A suspension liner sleeve adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket, and having outer and inner surfaces. The liner sleeve includes an elongate, generally conical body portion formed from at least one material segment defining the liner outer surface. The at least one material segment being at least radially elastically extensible from a relaxed non-extended condition and including proximal and distal end areas. The liner sleeve includes a layer of polymeric material disposed on the at least one material segment and defining the liner sleeve inner surface, and a plurality of resilient seal elements protruding radially from the liner sleeve outer surface. The plurality of seal elements extend around at least one peripheral portion of the liner body portion. A pair of opposed annular recesses may be adjacently located above and below each of the at least one seal element. | 10-27-2011 |
20110270414 | Prosthetic Locking Liner With Improved Knee Flexion - A prosthesis comprising an elastomeric locking liner sized and configured to surround a limb of a patient about a knee joint, the liner having an inner surface for facing the limb of the patient and an outer surface defining an anterior region and a posterior region which are demarcated by an imaginary plane extending midway between the front most portion and rear most portion of the limb along the length of the limb, wherein the anterior region has an anterior material secured thereto and the posterior region has a posterior material secured thereto and the anterior and posterior materials having equal transverse elongation, and the anterior material having a longitudinal elongation greater than the longitudinal elongation of said posterior material, whereby when said prosthesis is donned onto a limb of a patient over the knee and the limb is flexed about the knee, buckling of the prosthesis about the knee is substantially reduced or eliminated and wherein the distal end of the liner includes an insert member adapted to receive a connector for locking the liner to a prosthetic socket when worn on a residual limb of an amputee. | 11-03-2011 |
20110282466 | Prosthetic Liner With Perspiration Elimination Mechanism - A prosthetic elastomeric liner, which can be used without lanyards or straps, in which, upon ambulation, perspiration is voided simultaneously with the reestablishment of a vacuum-aided seal without a vacuum pump. The liner's distal tip comprises a buttress anchored sweat port containing a one way valve continuous with a channel passing through the buttress and liner from its inner surface to its outer surface. The sweat port is connected, optionally integrally, to a prosthetic pin which is inserted into a prosthetic limb. | 11-17-2011 |
20110313544 | ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR PROSTHESIS COMPRISING SOCKET LINER WITH STRAP - An attachment system secures a residual limb to an artificial limb in a comfortable and substantially non-rotational manner. The attachment system offers proximal anchoring of the residual limb in a hard socket, by connecting a side surface of a residual limb liner to the side surface of the socket. Preferably, this connection is accomplished using an extension member extending from the liner through a portion of the socket interior, through the socket wall, and attaching to a latch mechanism. The preferred attachment system requires no clearance in the bottom of the socket well because neither the extension member nor the latch mechanism is located between the distal end of the residual limb/liner and the bottom of the well. The attachment system is preferably disposed entirely along the side of the limb and the side of the socket. | 12-22-2011 |
20110320011 | ORTHOPEDIC CUSHION AND METHOD FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF - The invention relates to an orthopaedic cushion made from a filled elastomer or softened thermoplastics and can be provided with a thin friction-reducing coating made from a non-polar, non-hydrophilic slip-increasing polymer coating namely poly(para-xylene). According to the invention, the above can be achieved by means of a method in which the polymerised polyurethane cushion is subjected to at least one pre-treatment step in which volatile components are removed to such an extent as to be able to be immediately coated. | 12-29-2011 |
20120004738 | Amputation Stump Warmer - An amputation stump warmer is disclosed herein comprising a sleeve with an inner layer and an outer layer. Amputation stump warmer further comprises an electrically conductive wire and a heating system with a rechargeable battery. The sleeve encloses an amputation stump and may be worn underneath a prosthetic limb or alone. | 01-05-2012 |
20120041568 | Sealing sheath for prosthetic liner and related methods - The sealing sheath is for use with a prosthetic socket and associated liner. The sealing sheath includes a textile tube for surrounding at least a portion of a liner that is configured to wear on a residual limb. An annular seal, e.g. an elastomeric or silicone seal, is positioned adjacent a proximal end of the textile tube and continuously extends from an inside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent the liner, through the textile tube to an outside thereof configured to be adjacent an inside of the prosthetic socket. The annular seal may include a first wing on an inside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent the liner, a second wing on an outside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent an inside of the prosthetic socket, and a base connecting lower ends of the first and second wings to define a v-shaped cross-section of the annular seal. | 02-16-2012 |
20120095571 | SUSPENSION LINER SYSTEM WITH DISTENSIBLE SEAL - A suspension liner is adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket. The liner includes an elongate, generally conical body portion, and a volume control pad located along the body portion. The volume control pad is arranged to distend outwardly from the body portion. A resilient seal element is connected to the body portion and protrudes radially from the body portion, and is located in correspondence with the volume control pad. | 04-19-2012 |
20120116538 | PROCESS TO ENHANCE FITTINGS INCLUDING NOVEL FLEXURE IMPARTED AND CUSTOMIZABLE LINERS AND SUSPENSION SLEEVES - An improved liner or suspension sleeve having an upper zone aligned above an articulating joint of a body; a lower zone aligned below said articulating joint; and a medial zone of flexure comprising ridges aligned with an posterior portion of said articulating joint; whereby the region corresponding to an articulating joint or residuum has at least one of a different durometer and altered surface characteristics. The ridges allow flexion of the liner or suspension sleeve without substantial compression leading to buckling of the liner or suspension sleeve in the vicinity of the articulating joint. | 05-10-2012 |
20120116539 | CUSTOM-FITTED PROSTHETIC SOCKET DEVICES AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAME - Methods of producing a custom-fitted prosthetic socket device for a residual limb include covering the distal end thereof with a liner, positioning the covered end within a socket cup to maintain a spaced relationship between the exterior of the liner and the interior of the socket cup, introducing an expandable, hardenable filler material into the socket cup, expanding the material to fill the volume between the liner and the socket cup, hardening the material, and removing the socket cup, hardened filler material, and liner, from the residual limb. Some methods include a filler material that hardens into a flexible solid foam cushioning layer which may optionally form a bond between the socket cup and the liner, embedding the liner in the cushioning layer. Some methods include selecting a socket cup from a plurality of sized socket cups, and/or providing the plurality of sized socket cups. | 05-10-2012 |
20120123560 | SILICONE LINER UNIT USED FOR PROSTHETIC LIMBS - A silicone liner unit used for prosthetic limbs includes a silicone liner portion, a smooth outer layer, an inner layer and an innermost layer. The silicone liner portion is made of silicone elastoomer liner and has an open end. The smooth outer layer is made of Hl a—methyl-Disilane or a compound containing poly-p-xylene and may have a slightly protrusive pattern on its outer surface. The inner layer is made of fibrous tissue and is flexible. The innermost layer is disposed on top of the inner layer and is made of silicone elastomer liner to enhance the strength of the improved silicone liner unit. The smooth outer layer allows the improved silicone liner unit to be put on and taken off easily. | 05-17-2012 |
20120143352 | TRANSTIBIAL SOCKET FOR EXTERNAL PROSTHESIS - A prosthetic hard socket has a modified curvature and/or shape that improves rotational control, comfort, and range of motion including even full extension or hyperextension. The hard socket eliminates or de-emphasizes the patellar bar, to eliminate or reduce pressure on the wearer's patellar tendon, and enhances support of the anterior tibial condyle and/or tibial tubercle. Thus, the patellar tendon preferably is not weight-bearing. A lowered socket edge and/or a gap in the socket wall in the region of the patellar tendon prevents the hard structure of the socket from directly supporting or pressing upon the patellar tendon. Inwardly-protruding regions on each side of the lowered edge/gap help “capture” or otherwise press on a portion of the tibia. A flexible and/or cushioning member may be placed in the gap/trough. | 06-07-2012 |
20120150319 | LIMB PROSTHESIS WITH A SEALING MEMBER BETWEEN A LINER AND A SOCKET - A limb prosthesis includes a liner, a shell, and at least one sealing member. The at least one sealing member is secured to and circumferentially surrounds the liner. The at least one sealing member is disposed between the liner and the shell and enhances security of the attachment of the shell to the liner. | 06-14-2012 |
20120150320 | PROSTHETIC LINER WITH CONTINUOUS DISTAL END AREA - A tubular liner has an open proximal end and a closed-end distal area, and a fabric layer continuously defining an exterior surface of the liner without interruption. A polymeric layer having first and second surfaces is bonded to an interior surface of the fabric layer. A seam is formed by opposed sides of the fabric layer joined together and forming an excess portion directed toward the cavity of the liner. The excess portion is embedded in the polymeric layer. | 06-14-2012 |
20120185060 | Casting Liner, and Method and Kit for Using the Same - A tubular casting liner for forming a definitive prosthetic socket includes an outer layer defining first and second surfaces and at least one polymeric layer having first and second surfaces. The first outer layer surface continuously defines at least a portion of the exterior surface of the casting liner, and the at least one polymeric layer first surface is secured to the second surface of the outer layer. A ratio of thickness of the at least one polymeric layer at the distal end area relative to the proximal end area is at least 3:1. The casting liner has a substantially straight profile, wherein a diameter d | 07-19-2012 |
20120253475 | FABRIC-COVERED POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER - A prosthetic cushion liner and cushion locking liner for use as a standalone interface between an amputee's residual limb and the interior of a prosthetic socket. The liners include a fabric covering having an open end for introduction of a residual limb and a closed end opposite said open end, and a cushioning block copolymer and plasticizing oil gel composition residing on only an interior surface of the fabric covering. The gel composition includes some amount of a Septon J-Series thermoplastic elastomer material. The cushion locking liner further includes a distally-located docking element for coupling the liner to the socket of a prosthesis. | 10-04-2012 |
20120259433 | Modular Prosthesis System - A modular prosthesis system that can be inexpensively manufactured using modern technology and advanced polymer materials. The modular prosthesis system will be immediately fit on the residual limb and aligned for optimal gait without specialized tools or labs, alleviating the many steps involved with conventional labor-intensive and costly prosthesis construction. The modular prosthesis system also accommodates the changing in size and shape of the limb, eliminating the need for multiple prostheses and adjustments to an existing prosthesis during the lifetime of an amputee. | 10-11-2012 |
20120259434 | Rapid Fit Modular Prosthetic Device for Accommodating Gait Alignment and Residual Limb Shape and Volume - A Rapid Fit Modular Prosthetic Device that can be inexpensively manufactured using modern technology and advanced polymer materials. The Rapid Fit Modular Prosthetic Device will be immediately fit on the residual limb and aligned for optimal gait without specialized tools or labs, alleviating the many steps involved with conventional labor-intensive and costly prosthesis construction. The Rapid Fit Modular Prosthetic Device also accommodates the changing in size and shape of the limb, eliminating the need for multiple prostheses and adjustments to an existing prosthesis during the lifetime of an amputee. | 10-11-2012 |
20130035770 | LINER FOR PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOPEDIC SYSTEMS - A liner is arranged for use in prosthetic and orthopedic devices. The liner defines first and second end portions, and inner and outer surfaces. The liner includes an inner layer having a frictional component and forms at least part of the periphery of the inner liner surface. The inner layer defines a plurality of apertures. A porous element is in communication with the inner liner surface and is connected to the inner layer such that the apertures permit a transfer of air from the inner surface to the porous element. A base layer adjoins the porous element and extends between the first and second end portions of the liner. | 02-07-2013 |
20130053982 | SUSPENSION LINER WITH SEAL COMPONENT - A suspension liner is provided for use as an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket. The liner has an elongate, generally conical liner body formed from at least one material segment that is at least radially elastically extensible from a relaxed non-extended condition and including proximal and distal end areas, and a seal component connected to the liner body and having an exterior surface defining at least one exterior seal protruding from the exterior surface and extending radially outwardly from the seal component relative to a longitudinal axis of the liner body. The at least one interior seal is located along an interior surface of the seal component and defines at least one blade extending obliquely toward the liner body. A portion of the seal component carrying the interior seal extends freely and is movable relative to the liner body. | 02-28-2013 |
20130079892 | PROSTHETIC TUBE ADAPTER - Prosthesis tube adapter, comprising a tube and an adapter head, connected thereto, with a connecting sleeve which is fitted on the tube and in a connecting region is connected to this via an adhesive joint, wherein the connecting sleeve ( | 03-28-2013 |
20130079893 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE HEATING AND/OR TEMPERATURE CONTROL OF PROSTHESIS SOCKETS - A device for heating and/or controlling the temperature of the socket of an orthopaedic appliance, which receives the distal end of an amputation stump, the device including a heating element arranged in the prosthetic appliance such that the parts of the socket in contact with the distal end of the amputation stump are heated and/or maintained at a predetermined temperature. A method is also disclosed for improving the wearing comfort of an orthopaedic appliance, and to an orthopaedic appliance. | 03-28-2013 |
20130103166 | Prosthetic Attachment Techniques - Prosthetic attachment techniques, systems, and apparatus are described including those having so called Chinese Finger Trap features. | 04-25-2013 |
20130131831 | BELOW KNEE AMPUTEE PROSTHESIS LINER - A below knee amputee prosthesis liner including a molded polymer-like liner body for receiving a below knee amputation limb of a person. The liner body has a closed distal end and an open proximal end. The liner includes at least one thickening in a first region and/or in a second region. The first region is adapted to cover a head of the fibula of the amputation limb and the second region is adapted to cover a shinbone of the amputation limb, once the amputation limb is received in the liner body. | 05-23-2013 |
20130138224 | SEALING SHEATH FOR PROSTHETIC LINER AND RELATED METHODS - The sealing sheath is for use with a prosthetic socket and associated liner. The sealing sheath includes a textile tube for surrounding at least a portion of a liner that is configured to wear on a residual limb. An annular seal, e.g. an elastomeric or silicone seal, is positioned adjacent a proximal end of the textile tube and continuously extends from an inside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent the liner, through the textile tube to an outside thereof configured to be adjacent an inside of the prosthetic socket. The annular seal may include a first wing on an inside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent the liner, a second wing on an outside of the textile tube configured to be adjacent an inside of the prosthetic socket, and a base connecting lower ends of the first and second wings to define a v-shaped cross-section of the annular seal. | 05-30-2013 |
20130184836 | SUSPENSION LINER SYSTEM WITH SEAL - A suspension liner sleeve adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket, and having outer and inner surfaces. The liner sleeve includes an elongate, generally conical body portion formed from at least one material segment defining the liner outer surface. The at least one material segment being at least radially elastically extensible from a relaxed non-extended condition and including proximal and distal end areas. The liner sleeve includes a layer of polymeric material disposed on the at least one material segment and defining the liner sleeve inner surface, and a plurality of resilient seal elements protruding radially from the liner sleeve outer surface. The plurality of seal elements extend around at least one peripheral portion of the liner body portion. A pair of opposed annular recesses may be adjacently located above and below each of the at least one seal element. | 07-18-2013 |
20130190895 | SLEEVE HAVING A REINFORCEMENT LAYER - A sleeve has interior and exterior surfaces, a proximal opening in a proximal area, and a distal area, and is adapted to be worn on a residual limb and at least partially over a definitive socket. The sleeve includes a fabric layer continuously forming the exterior surface of the sleeve. A polymeric layer is bonded to the fabric layer and forms the interior surface of the sleeve. A reinforcement layer is arranged in a localized area of the sleeve between the proximal and distal areas of the sleeve. | 07-25-2013 |
20130204396 | Below-knee leg protector - A multi-piece therapeutic cover that assembles to warm, cushion and stabilize the thigh of a below-knee amputee. A thigh piece contains a resiliently rigid channel piece and several laterally extending, wings including sizing tabs that overlap and cooperate with associated straps. A stump contact piece, end cap piece and knee cover piece contain foam pads to cushion the stump end and knee. Strips of hook and loop fastener material arrayed about the surfaces of the protector pieces judiciously overlap to contain the protector pieces to each other and the limb. Buckled straps further support the protector assembly to the limb. | 08-08-2013 |
20130245786 | Pocketed Double Fabric Prosthetic Liner - A prosthetic liner having a base elastic fabric layer impregnated with cushioning material on an interior surface of the base fabric layer and having one or more additional elastic fabric layers secured to and overlapping the base fabric layer to form pockets for introducing and retaining various types of padding selected by the user. | 09-19-2013 |
20130274896 | PROSTHETIC SOCKET APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS - A prosthetic sock for a patient to wear over a residual limb is provided. The prosthetic sock includes an inner layer configured to fit over at least a portion of the residual limb of the patient. A foam layer is disposed on an outer surface of the inner layer. The foam layer compensates for changes in shape or volume of the residual limb within the prosthetic sock by changing shape in a manner effective to maintain a secure fit between the residual limb and a prosthetic socket of a prosthetic limb. | 10-17-2013 |
20130282143 | LEVER-ACTUATED DEVICE FOR EXTERNAL PROSTHESIS - A lever-actuated distal lock connects a limb liner to a prosthetic leg or arm hard socket. In some versions, air-sealing capability may limit/prevent air flow through the distal lock, even with vacuum inside the socket. To unlatch the lock, a lever is swung to pull a sliding shaft outward in the lock housing. Swung in the opposite direction, the lever releases the sliding shaft to be biased to a latched position wherein slanted surfaces of the shaft inner end and a liner pin cooperate to allow the pin to slide down into, but not up out of, the lock. In some versions, the shaft inner end slides relative to, but is biased away from, the shaft opposite end, so that the inner end moves out of the way of the downwardly-sliding pin, without moving the entire lock shaft and without disrupting the optional air seal. | 10-24-2013 |
20130289743 | Magnetic Coupling Device of a Limb Prosthesis - The present invention relates to a coupling device ( | 10-31-2013 |
20130331950 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF AN INTEGRATED RAISED GEL SEALING LINER - A gel liner made by starting initially with a one-piece knitted tubular sock-shaped fabric having a closed distal end section of gel impermeable knitted fabric, an open proximal end section of gel impermeable knitted fabric and at least one intermediate section being a gel permeable loosely knitted fabric. Molding the liner to have a gel cushion layer on its interior surface with the gel passing through and embedding the at least one intermediate fabric section therein to form at least one annular seal. The intermediate fabric section selected of meltable fibers and knit construction that may or may not be melted by the gel during the molding process whereby the at least one annular seal is not inhibited in compression and/or elongation by the presence or absence of fabric when the liner is worn thereby reducing or eliminating any discomfort of the liner during ambulation caused by the annular seal. | 12-12-2013 |
20130331951 | POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER WITH CONTROLLED STRETCH CHARACTERISTICS - A controlled-stretch prosthetic liner comprising a polymeric material covered with at least a stretch-controlling fabric. Certain liner types, such as below knee (BK) liners, may also include a panel of more stretchable fabric so as to prevent any interference with knee flexion. The polymeric material of the liner may also be used to control liner stretch, such as by adding Kevlar pulp or other materials that increase the strength and reduce the elasticity of the polymeric material and/or by reducing the amount of plasticizer(s) present therein. The stretch-controlling fabric, possibly in conjunction with the polymeric material, acts to limit the longitudinal stretch of the liner while not adversely affecting the radial stretch thereof. | 12-12-2013 |
20130331952 | SUSPENSION LINER HAVING MULTIPLE COMPONENT SYSTEM - A suspension liner for a residual limb has a liner body with a plurality of anterior and posterior projections formed from a thickness of the liner body. Medial and lateral tendons are located between and correspond to profiles of the plurality of the anterior and posterior projections such that the medial and lateral tendons are located on opposed sides of the liner body relative to one another. The medial and lateral tendons flare circumferentially toward proximal and distal sections of the liner body. | 12-12-2013 |
20130338793 | SEALING MEMBER FOR VACUUM SUSPENSION PROSTHETIC DEVICE - An improved sealing member for use with a vacuum suspension prosthetic device, with the sealing member located along the top edge of a stump socket and made of a pliable material to provide an improved seal between the stump and the socket in order to maintain vacuum levels within the socket and to minimize cutting or tearing of the stump liner. | 12-19-2013 |
20130338794 | POST-OPERATIVE RESIDUAL LIMB SUPPORT - A post-operative residual limb support assembly includes an upper frame configured to extend about at least a portion of a residual limb; and a lower frame coupled to the upper frame and configured to receive an end of the residual limb. The upper frame and the lower frame are adjustable relative to one another in at least one of a linear and rotational manner. | 12-19-2013 |
20140005800 | FABRIC-COVERED POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER | 01-02-2014 |
20140025183 | POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOTIC DEVICES WITH HEAT CONTROL CAPABILITIES - Prosthetic liners, prosthetic sockets and prosthetic suspension sleeves, as well as orthotic components, having enhanced thermally conductivity and/or enhanced heat absorption capabilities. Such components may be used in various combinations to create assemblies and systems that are operative to better transfer heat away from and/or absorb heat produced by residual or intact limbs of a user. | 01-23-2014 |
20140039644 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC DEVICES AND PROSTHESIS SYSTEM - An adjustable prosthesis system for a residual limb includes: an adjustable outer shell having an adjustable inner volume and an adjustable inner shape; at least one closure component attached to the adjustable outer shell and adapted to adjust at least one of the adjustable inner volume and the adjustable inner shape of the adjustable outer shell; an inner liner adapted to receive the residual limb and to be inserted in the adjustable inner volume of the adjustable outer shell; and an adjustable connector having a proximal end adjustably connected to a distal end of the adjustable outer shell and adapted to provide concurrently for a plurality of directional adjustments and/or angular adjustments of a position of the distal end of the adjustable outer shell relative to the proximal end of the adjustable connector, a distal end of the adjustable connector being adapted to connect to a prosthetic device. | 02-06-2014 |
20140058529 | PROSTHETIC SOCKET SEALING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Prosthetic socket sealing systems and methods of use. Embodiments of the present invention include various combinations of sealing elements that are associated with a rigid prosthetic socket and act to seal the socket interior against air intrusion or escape via the open proximal end thereof. The socket interior may thus be evacuated for purposes of vacuum suspension or otherwise. | 02-27-2014 |
20140067085 | PROSTHETIC SLEEVE AND CUFF ASSEMBLIES - Prosthetic cuffs and prosthetic sleeve and cuff assemblies are provided. | 03-06-2014 |
20140148916 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF A LINER INTERFACE WITH NEURAL RECEPTORS - A liner interface and method of making the liner interface comprising attaching non-compressible deformable electrically conductive receptors to an inner surface of a fabric layer, placing the fabric layer into a female part of a molding machine, axially deforming the deformable receptors from their initial thickness with a male part of the molding machine, injecting a molten gel elastomer into the molding machine to completely surround and adhere to the receptors and inner surface of the tubular fabric layer, allowing the molten gel to cure, and removing the male part from the molding machine and allowing the axially deformed receptors to axially expand beyond the inner surface of the cured liner interface. | 05-29-2014 |
20140156026 | Suspension liner system with seal - A suspension liner sleeve adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket, and having outer and inner surfaces. The liner sleeve includes an elongate, generally conical body portion formed from at least one material segment defining the liner outer surface. The at least one material segment being at least radially elastically extensible from a relaxed non-extended condition and including proximal and distal end areas. The liner sleeve includes a layer of polymeric material disposed on the at least one material segment and defining the liner sleeve inner surface, and a plurality of resilient seal elements protruding radially from the liner sleeve outer surface. The plurality of seal elements extend around at least one peripheral portion of the liner body portion. A pair of opposed annular recesses may be adjacently located above and below each of the at least one seal element. | 06-05-2014 |
20140163697 | Systems and Methods for Modifying Prosthetic Sockets - Systems, methods, and software are provided for modifying a prosthetic socket to better fit a residual limb of a patient. The embodiments disclosed herein may align and compare a first shape corresponding to an interior surface of the prosthetic socket or a residual limb shape to a second shape corresponding to a desired socket shape or a rectified residual limb shape. A socket insert or pad may be manufactured per the comparison. The socket insert or pad may be configured to be affixable within the patient's prosthetic socket to modify the interior surface of the prosthetic socket such that the modified prosthetic socket provides a better fit to the residual limb of the patient. | 06-12-2014 |
20140200682 | SUSPENSION LINER SYSTEM WITH SEAL - A suspension liner sleeve adapted to provide an interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket, and having outer and inner surfaces. The liner sleeve includes an elongate, generally conical body portion formed from at least one material segment defining the liner outer surface. The at least one material segment being at least radially elastically extensible from a relaxed non-extended condition and including proximal and distal end areas. The liner sleeve includes a layer of polymeric material disposed on the at least one material segment and defining the liner sleeve inner surface, and a plurality of resilient seal elements protruding radially from the liner sleeve outer surface. The plurality of seal elements extend around at least one peripheral portion of the liner body portion. A pair of opposed annular recesses may be adjacently located above and below each of the at least one seal element. | 07-17-2014 |
20140249650 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF AN INTEGRATED GEL SEALING LINER - A gel liner made by starting initially with a one-piece knitted tubular sock-shaped fabric having a closed distal end section of gel impermeable knitted fabric and an open proximal end section of gel impermeable knitted fabric and being a gel permeable loosely knitted fabric. Molding the liner to have a gel cushion layer on its interior surface with the gel passing through and partially embedding the yarns of the proximal fabric section with the outermost portions of the yarns free of gel to form at least one annular seal whereby the proximal end section forming a seal not inhibited in deformation and/or elongation by the fabric when the liner is worn thereby reducing or eliminating any twisting or discomfort of the liner during ambulation caused by the annular seal. | 09-04-2014 |
20140277585 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER PERSPIRATION REMOVAL - Various systems and methods for removing perspiration from the interior of a donned polymeric prosthetic liner are disclosed. | 09-18-2014 |
20140288669 | Limb Volume Accommodation in People With Limb Amputation - A prosthetic sock monitoring system is disclosed. The sock monitoring system includes a storage device and a data collection unit. The data collection unit is operable to receive data from at least one sensor coupled to a prosthetic sock that is wearable by a patient, and store the received data in the storage device. A prosthetic sock is also disclosed. The sock comprises material shaped to fit over at least a portion of the residual limb of the patient and a thickness adapted for inserting the residual limb into the socket of the prosthesis while the sock is fitted over the residual limb. The sock also comprises one or more of a sock identification unit and a force sensing device. | 09-25-2014 |
20140288670 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVED INTERFACE BETWEEN THE HUMAN BODY AND PROSTHETIC OR SIMILAR DEVICES - Apparatus is provided to cushion between a prosthetic socket and an amputee's residual limb. A plurality of putty-filled packets are assembled into a liner that, when assembled, provides a generally smooth contact surface toward the residual limb. At least one of the packets has a fluid bladder positioned between the putty material and the socket, and the fluid volume in the bladder can be adjusted to affect the fit of the assembly on the residual limb. Methods of fabrication, fitting, and use of such prosthetic devices are disclosed. | 09-25-2014 |
20140303748 | CUSTOM-FITTED PROSTHETIC SOCKET DEVICES AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAME - Methods of producing a custom fitted prosthetic socket device for a residual limb include covering the distal end thereof with a liner, positioning the covered end within a socket cup to maintain a spaced relationship between the exterior of the liner and the interior of the socket cup, introducing an expandable, hardenable filler material into the socket cup, expanding the material to fill the volume between the liner and the socket cup, hardening the material, and removing the socket cup, hardened filler material, and liner, from the residual limb. Some methods include a filler material that hardens into a flexible solid foam cushioning layer, which may optionally form a bond between the socket cup and the liner, embedding the liner in the cushioning layer. Some methods include selecting a socket cup from a plurality of sized socket cups, and/or providing the plurality of sized socket cups. | 10-09-2014 |
20140371873 | SUSPENSION LINER HAVING MULTIPLE COMPONENT SYSTEM - A residual limb suspension liner for a prosthesis has a first layer defined by a first elastomeric material and forms a continuous circumferential internal surface of the liner. The liner also includes a second layer defined by a second elastomeric material different from the first elastomeric material. The second layer has a first surface adjacent to and integrally joined to the first layer. The second layer has a variable radial thickness over an anterior aspect of the liner. | 12-18-2014 |
20150051712 | PROTECTIVE SLEEVE FOR A MEDICAL DEVICE - Protective sleeve for a medical device having a moveable joint including a tubular assembly comprising a flexible material that satisfies International Organization for Standardization ISO13997 (1999) for a cut resistance of at least ISO level 5. The tubular assembly has a first end portion, a second end portion, and a length extending therebetween. The tubular assembly includes a base member made of the flexible material having an internal surface and an external surface and a reinforcing member made of the flexible material coupled to the base member along the internal surface and the external surface of the base member. The reinforcing member forms a channel at the first end portion. The tubular assembly has an internal cross dimension sized to receive a medical device having a moveable joint therein. The protective sleeve further includes an adjustment member received in the channel to radially adjust the first end portion. | 02-19-2015 |
20150057763 | Variable Tensioned Prosthetic Device Including Continuously Elasticized Fabric - A prosthetic device includes first and second regions divided by a longitudinal line extending between the first and second ends of the device. The device has a continuously knit elasticized fabric layer including a first set of yarns located about a circumference of the device through the first and second regions. The fabric layer has different knit structures in the first and second regions to obtain different elasticity while sharing the first set of yarns so that the first region has a first elasticity, and the second region has a second elasticity greater than the elasticity of the first region. An elastomeric layer secures an interior surface of the fabric layer. | 02-26-2015 |
20150094824 | PROSTHESIS SOCKET, METHOD FOR MAKING SUCH A SOCKET - A socket to interface a lower limb which has undergone amputation and a modular element, includes a proximal portion allowing the lower limb that has undergone amputation to be inserted; a distal portion allowing the modular element to be fastened; an internal deformable layer made of silicone rubber, designed to be in contact with the lower limb that has undergone amputation; an external deformable layer made of silicone rubber; a structure made of rigid material arranged between the internal layer and the external layer, comprising at least two posts, each post extending substantially axially from a base on the distal side towards an end on the proximal side, the ends of the various posts being not linked, so as to separate from or approach each other due to the effect of deformation of the internal layer and of the external layer. | 04-02-2015 |
20150105867 | PROSTHETIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM USING INTERLOCKING TEXTURES - A prosthetic system includes a gel liner with a patterned texture on its outer surface and a socket with a complementary and interlocking patterned texture on its inner surface. The gel liner is configured to conform and fit to a residual limb, and the socket is configured to fit over the gel liner. A prosthetic system configured in this manner allows for more control of both of vertical slippage and rotational slippage in comparison to the previously known methods of suspension. | 04-16-2015 |
20150112450 | LINER HAVING AN INTEGRATED ELECTRODE - The invention relates to a liner that is intended to be pulled over an amputation stump, is made of an electrically non-conducting material, has a form that is adapted or that adapts to the amputation stump, has an inner wall that lies against the skin of the amputation stump, and is provided with at least one electrode, which is arranged between the skin of the amputation stump and the outside of the liner in order to transmit electrical signals, a high level of wearing comfort is ensured along with reliable transmission of the electrical signals in that at least one conducting section is integrated into the material of the liner in the area of the electrodes, the at least one conducting section forming a uniform and consistently oriented inner wall together with the non-conducting material of the liner. | 04-23-2015 |
20150142133 | ADJUSTABLE SEAL SYSTEM, SEAL COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - An adjustable seal system, seal component for use in the system, and method are provided for forming a sealing interface between a residual limb and a prosthetic socket. The seal component is selectively placed over the outer surface of a suspension liner including a plurality of seal bands, which the seal component may removably and securely engage. | 05-21-2015 |
20150297369 | PROSTHETIC LINER - A prosthetic liner for forming an interface between a prosthesis socket and a residuum to be accommodated in the prosthesis socket. The prosthetic liner including a proximal region with a proximal end and a distal region with a distal end and being provided with a closed-cross section with a proximal opening through which the residuum in inserted into the prosthetic liner. The internal contour has at least on one lateral side of the prosthetic liner a greater pitch from distal to proximal in the proximal region than in the distal region. | 10-22-2015 |
20150351934 | PROSTHESIS ELEMENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A PROSTHESIS ELEMENT - A prosthesis element for lining a prosthesis or for forming a prosthesis component and to a method for producing a prosthesis element from a flat base material, consisting of at least one blank made of a flat base material. The blank is bent, whereby a hollow body is formed, opposing edges being connected to one another in the bent state. | 12-10-2015 |
20160030205 | Prosthetic Limb Heating Apparatus - A prosthetic limb heating apparatus for use with a prosthetic assembly includes a sleeve having a side wall that defines open upper and lower ends. The upper end is configured to receive an upper limb portion and prosthetic liner into the sleeve. The open lower end is configured to allow the upper limb portion to pass therethrough but not the prosthetic liner such that the prosthetic liner is nested in the interior area. An electrically conductive wire is situated on the sleeve and extends circuitously thereabout, the conductive wire having opposed first and second ends. A battery is coupled to the side wall of the sleeve and electrically connected to the first and second ends of the conductive wire so as to selectively energize the conductive wire. The conductive wire imparts heat to the prosthetic liner when the liner is nested within the sleeve and the conductive wire is energized. | 02-04-2016 |
20160030206 | Liner for Prosthetic Limb - The present invention relates to a liner for limb prosthesis ( | 02-04-2016 |
20160038314 | Magnetic Electrical Connector for Assistive Devices - A magnetic and electrical interface that may be used with an assistive device. The interface comprises a proximal connector and a distal connector. The proximal connector may be attached to a liner for a residual limb and the distal connector may be attached to a hard socket or other aspect of an assistive device. Other aspects of and uses for the connector interface are also disclosed. | 02-11-2016 |
20160067062 | PROSTHESIS COOLING LINER SYSTEM - The present invention is directed to a prosthetic cooling liner system for reducing heat and sweat for an individual's residual limb. The prosthetic cooling liner system uses fluid conduit with a prosthetic silicone liner. The fluid conduit allows for cooling fluid to flow across the residual limb, cooling the skin's surface and thereby reducing sweat produced. The cooling fluid is contained in a reservoir in a small backpack worn by the individual. A peristaltic pump is used to pump the cooling fluid from the reservoir through the embedded tubes. Such a system allows the individual to maintain a high level of activity as well as comfort, while wearing the prosthetic. | 03-10-2016 |
20160113785 | POST-OPERATIVE RESIDUAL LIMB SUPPORT - A post-operative residual limb support assembly includes an upper frame configured to extend about at least a portion of a residual limb; and a lower frame coupled to the upper frame and configured to receive an end of the residual limb. The upper frame and the lower frame are adjustable relative to one another in at least one of a linear and rotational manner. | 04-28-2016 |
20160135968 | ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR PROSTHETIC DEVICE - The present invention is directed to prosthetic device for attaching a mechanical limb to a user. The prosthetic device includes a liner, a prosthetic socket worn over the liner and an attachment mechanism. The attachment mechanism includes a belt that is guided over rollers coupled to the outside of the socket. A portion of the belt passes from the outer surface of the socket to the inner surface of the prosthetic socket to contact and matingly engage the liner, thereby fixing the position of the prosthetic socket with respect to the liner and the users limb. | 05-19-2016 |
20160158034 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF A LINER INTERFACE WITH NEURAL RECEPTORS - A liner interface and method of making the liner interface comprising attaching non-compressible deformable electrically conductive receptors to an inner surface of a fabric layer, placing the fabric layer into a female part of a molding machine, axially deforming the deformable receptors from their initial thickness with a male part of the molding machine, injecting a molten gel elastomer into the molding machine to completely surround and adhere to the receptors and inner surface of the tubular fabric layer, allowing the molten gel to cure, and removing the male part from the molding machine and allowing the axially deformed receptors to axially expand beyond the inner surface of the cured liner interface. | 06-09-2016 |
20160166411 | FABRIC-COVERED POLYMERIC PROSTHETIC LINER | 06-16-2016 |
20160184112 | PROSTHESIS STEM HAVING AN INSERTION AID APPARATUS - A prosthesis stem includes a stem body for receiving an amputation stump and an insertion aid apparatus, which facilitates the insertion of the amputation stump into the stem body, wherein the insertion aid apparatus comprises an insertion inlay which is connected in the proximal edge region thereof to a holding apparatus which is fixed to the stem body. The insertion inlay has an insertion stocking, which is movable between an outer position, in which the insertion inlay is at least partially located outside of the stem body, and an inner position, in which the insertion stocking covers the stem body. | 06-30-2016 |
20180021153 | Modular Prosthetic Sockets and Method for Making Same | 01-25-2018 |