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| 20080234836 | Socket preform/adapter combination for prosthetic device and method of manufacture - A socket for connecting a prosthetic limb to the residual limb of a amputee, including an adapter having at least one resin port extending therethrough and a generally conical composite material extending from the adapter. The composite material further includes a resin matrix and a multilayer triaxially woven preform embedded in the matrix. The preform is woven directly onto a positive mold of the residual limb. The adapter is positioned generally at the apex of the generally conical composite material. The adapter protrudes through the composite material. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20080269914 | Direct contact moldable low temperature thermoplastic prosthetic devices - The present invention provides direct contact moldable low temperature thermoplastic prosthetic devices and method of making same. A direct contact moldable low temperature thermoplastic prosthetic socket preform that is formable between 50° Celsius and 80° Celsius wherein the socket preform can be direct contact molded on at least one appendage of a patient thereby forming a prosthetic socket and wherein the prosthetic socket is reformable after initial forming. The present invention also provides method of creating a direct contact moldable and reformable prosthetic socket. | 10-30-2008 |
| 20080275570 | Flexible prong laminating adaptor for use in creating a laminated stump socket for attaching a prosthetic limb - A socket adaptor, for use in creating a laminated stump socket for use with a patient having a stump, in attaching a prosthetic limb to the patient. The socket adaptor has a main body and a plurality of prongs. The prongs are made of sheet titanium so that they are flexible and bendable to closely accommodate the stump. The socket adaptor is subsequently encapsulated with the laminated stump socket. The main body allows a prosthetic connector to be attached thereto to allow the laminated stump socket to secure directly to the prosthetic limb. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20090082877 | VENTILATED PROSTHESIS SYSTEM - A prosthesis system including a ventilated shell, and a substantially compliant, ventilated spacer element that defines a first surface having a frictional feature. The spacer element is arranged to secure to an internal surface of the shell. The prosthesis system also includes a connector that is secured to a distal end of the shell, and a retainer supported by the connector so as to extend into a cavity formed by the shell. | 03-26-2009 |
| 20090105844 | Method of Making an Anatomical Socket - An anatomical socket is fashioned to attach to an amputated limb, which can be a median between the amputated limb and the prosthesis device. The method produces, based on specific measurements of a user, an anatomical socket that provides the user with cosmesis, a greater range of motion, a better gait and comfort. The socket has a low upper rim to allow for the greatest mobility of the hip joint. The socket is produced of a durable and smooth plastic. The socket fits in a secure, yet removable manner to the prosthesis. The method disclosed herein takes precise measurements of the wearer's limb to provide for optimal fitting and comfort. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090125121 | ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR PROSTHESIS INCLUDING AXIAL TENSION STRAP ATTACHED TO SOCKET LINER - 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. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090198346 | VALVE SYSTEM FOR PROSTHETICS - A valve system regulates the air pressure in the space(s) between a residual limb, or liner-covered limb, and a hard socket of an external prosthesis, for example, for improving donning and doffing the prosthesis, and/or during walking and other normal use of the prosthesis. The valve system may include a manually-controlled air outlet and inlet valve that may be installed on a distal region of a hard socket, and/or an automatic one-way outlet valve. The manually-controlled valve is preferably opened and closed by twisting of a handle portion of the valve system, wherein partial rotation of the handle portion relative to the base portion of the valve system creates slight separation of the handle and base portions to form a gap through which may pass air from the well of the socket. This simple twisting, or partial rotation, provides a valve that stays open hands-free, so that the wearer may open the valve and then use his/her hands to don or doff the prosthesis. The manual valve may include a system for preventing the handle and base from becoming entirely separated during normal use, which preferably is a snap-fit of the base onto the handle that retains the ability of the handle and base to rotate relative to each other, and a stop(s) that limit(s) the amount of relative rotation of the handle and base portions of the valve. Opening and closing of the manual valve may be accomplished by a ramp system, so that, upon rotation of the handle in one direction, the handle comes close to, and seals with, the base, and upon rotation of the handle in the opposite direction, the handle becomes slightly distanced from, and unsealed from, the base. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090254196 | INDIRECT SKELETAL COUPLING & DYNAMIC CONTROL OF PROSTHESIS - Provided is a prosthesis system for indirectly coupling a prosthesis to the skeletal structure of a person. The system includes a plurality of individual magnets and magnet sets attached to a prosthetic socket of a prosthetic device. The magnets may be permanent magnets or electromagnets. A second plurality of magnets is embedded within a residual limb of a person, mounted to or within a sub-dermal strut. In operation, the magnetic fields generated by the magnets of the prosthetic socket, which may be dynamic magnetic fields, interact with the magnetic fields generated by the magnets anchored beneath the skin of the person, to hold the prosthetic device in position during use. A power supply provides current to any electromagnets, and a controller alters any required magnetic fields based on input received from both load and position sensors in the sub-dermal strut. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090299491 | Modular shock absorbers for prosthetic limbs - A modular shock absorber for a prosthetic limb which may be selectively interconnected between a socket for receiving a residual limb and other prosthetic limb components. An exemplary modular shock absorber includes a generally C-shaped body having a substantially planar first extension coupled to a prosthetic socket, a substantially planar second extension coupled to a prosthetic knee chassis, a substantially curved closed end connecting the first extension and the second extension, and a bias interposing the first extension and the second extension. Some exemplary modular shock absorbers may include first and second extensions that are horizontally and/or angularly offset relative to each other. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20100016991 | Prosthetic product having composite material wall, and method for producing the prosthetic product - The invention relates to a prosthetic product having a composite material wall moulded into the shape of a part of a body, characterized in that the wall of the prosthetic product is composed of, on one hand, an reinforcing textile including continuous length fibres, and on the other hand, a textile matrix including thermoplastic polymer fibres, preferably of continuous length. Analogously herewith, the invention also relates to a process for the manufacture of a prosthetic product comprising a composite material wall moulded into the shape of a part of a body, comprising the following manufacturing steps: providing a mould onto which the composite material wall is to be formed; applying an reinforcing textile including continuous length fibres onto the mould; applying a matrix textile including thermoplastic polymer fibres preferably of continuous length onto the mould, at least externally of the reinforcing textile, and melting the polymer matrix fibres for embedding of the reinforcing textile fibres in a thermoplastic polymer matrix, followed by cooling and consolidation of the composite material wall. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100016992 | AMPUTATION BONE CAP - A muscle fastening cap includes a head having one or more groups of openings along a direction of its axial length. The cap also may include a stem adapted for insertion into a muscle-supporting structure such as an intramedullary canal or a prosthesis device. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100036505 | PROSTHETIC DEVICE - A prosthetic device ( | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100121464 | Anti-slip prosthetic attachment system - 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 attached toward an upper end, and a corresponding 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™. The foregoing forms a suspension which holds the prosthesis on. Moreover, the fastening straps through slots absolutely prevent lateral shift as well as rotation. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100191348 | Prosthesis Socket and System Comprising a Prosthesis Socket and Prosthesis Device - The invention relates to a prosthesis shaft for receiving an amputation stump of an extremity, comprising connecting means for a distal prosthesis device ( | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100198360 | Foreshortened prosthetics for bilateral leg amputees - A foreshortened prosthesis comprising a socket, an adapter attached distally to said socket, and a foot attached to the adapter. The foot comprises a lower base plate formed as a flat peripherally-curvilinear member fixedly attached to the adapter and defining a short toe, a longer heel, and an instep there between. In addition, an upper slide plate is sandwiched between the adapter and lower base plate, but is not otherwise attached to the lower base. The upper slide plate is smaller and narrower than the lower base plate and slides there against under the weight of a heel strike, thereby serving as a leaf spring damper and suspension to smooth ambulation. This provides a BAK amputee with a more comfortable and natural gait, at a suitable angle and orientation, with smooth and comfortable flex relative to the direction of travel. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100198361 | PROSTHETIC SUSPENSION DEVICE - A prosthetic suspension device having a positioning element, a coupling element, and a friction-reducing element to facilitate movement of the positioning element towards the coupling element. The positioning element is adapted to maneuver an inner socket of a prosthesis into an outer socket of a prosthesis. The coupling element is configured to receive the positioning element and restrict movement thereof. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100211188 | Prosthetic socket adjustable test mounting system - A temporary diagnostic prosthetic socket mounting system and kit including a generally circular test mounting block defined by an annular groove and four axial cutouts extending from the lower surface of the block to the upper surface. The axial cutouts are at least as deep as the annular groove. A band extending around the perimeter of the block is provided which spans the axial cutouts, thereby forming a void in the cutouts beneath the tape. The block is secured to a prosthetic diagnostic socket by adhesive with the band extending up over the upper edge of the block and onto the outer surface of the socket. Casting tape is applied over the socket/block joint extending into the groove. After diagnostic fitting and transfer of the alignment, a cast saw can be passed around the joint through the casting tape and into the adhesive between the upper surface of the block and the rounded distal end of the socket. The gap behind the band in the cutouts provides a void space for the saw that avoids damage to the block, and the casting tape is severed and easily removed. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100228361 | FLEXIBLE PRONG ADAPTOR FOR STUMP SOCKET FOR PROSTHETICS - A socket adaptor for use in creating a laminated stump socket for attaching a prosthetic limb to a patient having a stump. It includes a separate main body and a plurality of flexible prongs that are permanently affixed to the main body. The main body is formed of relatively rigid and inflexible metal. The prongs are made of flexible sheet metal that can be repeatedly bent without weakening or breaking. Each prong is bendable by hand from a first position wherein the prong is substantially flat and extends radially outward in a plane from a base of the main body to a second position wherein the prong are conformed to fit to a stump socket. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100262260 | ACTUATED PROSTHESIS FOR AMPUTESS - The actuated leg prosthesis comprises a knee member, a socket connector provided over the knee member, an elongated trans-tibial member having a bottom end under which is connected an artificial foot, and a linear actuator. A first pivot assembly allows to operatively connect the trans-tibial member to the knee member. A second pivot assembly allows to operatively connect an upper end of the actuator to the knee member. A third pivot assembly allows to operatively connect a bottom end of the actuator to the bottom end of the trans-tibial member. The prosthesis can be provided as either a front actuator configuration or a rear actuator configuration. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20110054634 | Limb prosthesis system and method - A prosthesis system can have an advantageous use over conventional prostheses in certain activities, including, but not limited to certain sports activities: The system includes, elastic member(s) that can store and release energy. The storing and releasing of energy in the elastic members happens during the movements made by the user and with the application of the user's own body weight while performing an activity. Implementations can also include a variety of routing configurations for the elastic member(s), as well as a variety of mounting points to integrate the elastic member(s) into the system, and/or a variety of adjustable anti-hyperextension members, and/or a variety of interchangeable shoes used for applicable activities. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110071647 | ADJUSTABLE PROSTHETIC INTERFACES AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Prosthesis devices can include sockets having adjustable features. In one example, a socket includes one or more panels that can move outwardly or inwardly relative to a receptacle portion of the socket. The panels can be moved by tightening a tensioning line. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110112656 | LIMB STUMP RECEIVING SLEEVE COMPRISING AN INTEGRATED LOCKING DEVICE FOR A SEALING ELEMENT - The invention relates to a limb stump receiving sleeve ( | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110144768 | Device and method for securing an attachment device for a prosthesis and/or a prosthesis adapter to a prosthesis shaft and protective lining | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110320010 | Prosthetic Devices Having a Universal Socket Design and Methods of Making and Using the Same - A prosthetic device ( | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120041567 | ADJUSTABLE PROSTHETIC LIMB SOCKET - The present relates to an adjustable prosthetic limb socket system having a partial rigid support, a non-elastic, flexible support and adjustment means. The adjustable socket system of the present invention can be used for several types of amputations including transfemoral amputations, transtibial amputations, transhumeral amputations, transradial amputations, and other types of amputations. The present invention further includes kits having the adjustable prosthetic limb socket system, as well as methods of making the adjustable prosthetic limb socket system. Methods of using the socket system are further encompassed by the present invention. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120078382 | AMPUTATION BONE CAP - A muscle fastening cap includes a head having one or more groups of openings along a direction of its axial length. The cap also may include a stem adapted for insertion into a muscle-supporting structure such as an intramedullary canal or a prosthesis device. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120101597 | ADJUSTABLE SOCKET SYSTEM - An adjustable socket system is configured to accommodate a residual limb. The adjustable socket system has first and second opposed sides and includes a rigid first component arranged along the first side of the socket. An adjustable second component has a plurality of interconnected vertebrae elements connected to the first component and is arranged along the second side of the socket system. The adjustable prosthetic socket also has a base connector secured to the distal end area of the first component. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120101598 | DYNAMIC SUPPORT APPARATUS AND SYSTEM - A dynamic support apparatus having a frame, a dynamic interface, a temperature control mechanism, and a control system. The dynamic interface is capable of changing its geometry and is disposed on the top surface of the frame. The control system is operably connected to the dynamic interface and controls the changing geometry of the dynamic interface. There is also a temperature control mechanism disposed on the top surface of the frame for maintaining a comfortable temperature and moisture environment between the apparatus and the user's body. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120109336 | PROSTHETIC LINER WITH PROXIMAL SEAL - A prosthesis suspension assembly comprising: a prosthetic socket having an open proximal end and a closed distal end and an interior surface complementally configured to a residual limb of an amputee, an interface or liner for receiving the residual limb and fittingly received in the socket, a distal outer surface of the liner comprises a porous or continuously cavitated, compressible material such as fabric and a proximal outer surface comprising an elastomeric material, a suspension sleeve which seals against the proximal outer surface of the liner and a proximal outer surface of the socket, and a locking pin connected to a distal end of the liner and lockingly retained in a hole in the distal end of the socket and including an air passage therethrough with a one-way valve therein for permitting the exit of air from an interstitial volume occupied buy said compressible material to atmosphere upon ambulation. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120143350 | Connection Structure Of Artificial Limb And Socket, Using Magnetic Locking Device - The present invention relates to a structure for connecting an artificial limb and a socket, in which a magnetic locking device is mounted on one end of the artificial limb. The magnetic locking device includes an electro-permanent magnet comprising a permanent magnet and an electromagnet, and one end of the socket is provided with an attachment member capable of being attached to or detached from the magnetic locking device using magnetic force. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120150318 | PROSTHESIS FOR A LOWER LIMB - The prosthesis for a lower limb comprises an element for receiving a thigh stump fitted on a support part, a leg assembled on said support part by a pivot link forming a knee joint to enable flexion or extension of the leg with respect to the element for receiving, and a absorbing system to absorb the flexion or extension efforts. The absorbing system is fitted on the one hand on the pin of the pivot link and on the other hand on a first end of a rocker pivotally mounted on the leg, and a rod is fitted on the one hand on a second end of the rocker and on the other hand on the support part. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120179272 | Braided Prosthetic Sockets with Attachment Plates and Methods of Manufacture - This invention provides new above knee (AK) and below the knee (BK) prosthetic sockets and implements specific manufacturing processes for the production of prosthetic sockets through the automated, computer controlled bi-axial and tri-axial braiding of sockets, over a mold or mandrel made of carved foam, plaster material or wax that is a replica of the patient's truncated limb, and is created by a Computer Aided Design (CAD) file controlling a Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tool. This method of manufacture using aerospace fibers such as graphite or Kevlar, and high performance resins, is used to create a socket which is stronger and lighter weight than conventionally manufactured sockets. Braiding also allows incorporation of woven cloth, tapes and other reinforcements into the braiding process for added strength at selected areas. The method dramatically decreases the production time and cost of the prosthetic relative to conventional methods. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120209404 | AMPUTATION RESIDUUM DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - An apparatus and method for post amputation residuum maintenance and for preserving motion of the knee are provided. The apparatus includes an elongated shell having a longitudinal axis and defining a hollow interior closed at a distal end, the shell having an opening extending from a proximal end and adapted to receive a residuum into the interior of the shell, and a longitudinal slit having a circular aperture at each end. | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120283846 | ARTIFICIAL LIMB CASING AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF - The invention relates to an artificial limb casing ( | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120303135 | Prosthetic Devices and Methods of Making and Using the Same - Prosthetic devices are disclosed. Methods of making and using prosthetic devices are also disclosed. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20130053981 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR BONE STABILIZATION - A compression stabilized prosthetic socket for a patient having an amputated limb and a remaining portion includes a first socket portion for contacting a patient's remaining portion of a limb, and a second socket portion for attachment of a prosthetic device. The first socket portion has compression portions having a radius for compressing portions of the patient's remaining portion of a limb, and relief portions receiving any portions of the patient's remaining limb which bulge upon the compression applied by the compression portions. The relief portions may be formed as openings or as enlarged radius portions. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130123940 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC SOCKETS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - The invention relates to a prosthetic socket for a residual limb of the lower extremity or upper extremity of an individual person. The residual limb has particular dimensions and anatomical contours; the prosthetic socket has dimensions and contours that fit the dimensions and contours of the residual limb. The prosthetic socket may also fit in a manner that is biomechanically particularly appropriate for the individual. The prosthetic socket is an assembly of components from groups of components that include (a) struts arranged longitudinally with respect to the residual limb, (b) proximal brim members arranged proximally to the struts and connected thereto; and (c) distal socket members disposed at the distal base of the prosthetic socket. The socket components within these groups may be modular in that they can vary with respect to dimensions and/or contours, and yet have common connecting features that permit assembly of the components together to form the prosthetic socket. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130144403 | PROSTHETIC FOOT WITH DUAL FOOT BLADES AND VERTICALLY OFFSET TOE - Prosthetic feet having improved vertical suspension are provided. A prosthetic foot can include a foot member having a change in curvature near a toe section so that the toe section is downwardly vertically offset from the remainder of the foot member. A prosthetic foot can have upper and lower foot members that extend parallel to each other and are separated by a gap. The lower foot member can extend beyond a distal end of the upper foot member to form a toe section. An adapter for coupling a prosthetic foot to another prosthetic component is also provided. The adapter includes a cavity for receiving the proximal end of a prosthetic foot. The prosthetic foot is secured to the adapter with a curable material such as epoxy to provide a more lightweight system. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130150981 | PROSTHETIC LIMB - A prosthetic limb has an outer surface that is a mirror image of an intact limb or a generic limb design. The intact limb is scanned and the surface data is manipulated to create a virtual mirror image. If generic data is used, the intact leg can be measured and the generic surface can be adjusted so the prosthetic limb appears similar to the intact limb. The end of the amputated limb is also measured to obtain socket data. A knee and foot are incorporated to form a virtual prosthetic limb represented by design data. The design data for the virtual prosthetic limb is forwarded to a rapid prototyping machine that fabricates the entire leg simultaneously. Once completed, the prosthetic limb is shipped to the patient. | 06-13-2013 |
| 20130190894 | LEG PROSTHESIS - A leg prosthesis, including an inner tube having a longitudinal axis a and an outer tube which is mounted on the inner tube and can be displaced relative to the inner tube in the axial direction relative to the longitudinal axis a, a retaining device being provided, by means of which the inner tube and the outer tube can be positively secured relative to one another in the axial direction relative to the longitudinal axis a in at least one position L. The retaining device includes an operating element which can be manipulated by the prosthesis wearer and by which the retaining device can be detached such that, proceeding from the position L, the inner tube can be continuously displaced in the axial direction relative to the longitudinal axis a relative to the outer tube into at least one position K, whereby the leg prosthesis can be shortened and, by the application of a force F which acts on the inner tube and/or on the outer tube and acts in the axial direction, the inner tube can be displaced, starting from the position K, in the axiai direction relative to the longitudinal axis a relative to the outer tube, whereby the leg prosthesis can be continuously extended, it being possible for the inner tube and the outer tube to be automatically secured in the axial direction relative to the longitudinal axis a only in the position L by the retaining device. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130261766 | POWERED PROSTHETIC HIP JOINT - A powered prosthetic thigh can have a proximal portion configured to couple to a prosthetic hip socket and can have a distal portion attached to the proximal portion. The distal portion can have a distal connector configured to couple to a prosthetic knee. The powered prosthetic thigh can also have a computer controlled actuator configured to rotate the prosthetic thigh relative to the prosthetic hip socket. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130274895 | 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. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130282141 | Variable Impedance Mechanical Interface - A mechanical interface connecting a biological body segment, such as a limb, portion of a limb or other body segment, to a wearable device such as a prosthetic, orthotic or exoskeletal device, is fabricated by quantitatively mapping a characterized representation of the body segment to form a digital representation of the mechanical interface shape and mechanical interface impedance. The mechanical interface includes a continuous socket defining a contoured inside surface and a contoured outside surface, and includes a material having an intrinsic impedance that varies through the material, so that the intrinsic impedance varies along the contoured inside surface. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20140005798 | ADJUSTABLE PROSTHETIC LIMB SYSTEM | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140005799 | Lower Leg Prosthesis | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140039642 | PROSTHETIC ANKLE MODULE - A prosthetic ankle module allows for translational and/or rotational movement of a prosthetic foot relative to an adapter. The ankle module can include a four-bar linkage assembly. Links of the linkage assembly can be arranged in various configurations, e.g., parallel or non-parallel and having equal or non-equal lengths, to provide different functions and benefits, e.g., dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, vertical shock absorption, inversion, eversion, and/or rotation about the sagittal axis. Other types of linkage assemblies are also possible. A prosthetic foot can further include a support spring to limit the range of motion of the adapter in use. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140121783 | Adaptable Socket System, Method, and Kit - An adjustable socket system, method, and kit for use with prosthetic devices or orthotic, orthopedic, or exoskeletal support devices that includes a paddle and a compressing device coupled to the paddle. The paddle is chosen from a plurality of paddles of different shapes in such a way that the paddle inner surface is substantially coextensive with a soft tissue area overlying skeletal structures. The compressing device presses the paddle against the soft tissue area in order to minimize the motion of the paddle relative to the underlying skeletal structures without causing discomfort to the user or compressing areas not in contact with the paddle, allowing compressed tissue to flow into uncompressed areas. The system, method, and kit can include an external tool, sensors, actuators, and controllers, to assist fitting and for adjustment after fitting. A stabilizer can be added to resist the bending force on the paddle. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140121784 | AMPUTATION RESIDUUM DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - An apparatus and method for post amputation residuum maintenance and for preserving motion of the knee are provided. The apparatus includes an elongated shell having a longitudinal axis and defining a hollow interior closed at a distal end, the shell having an opening extending from a proximal end and adapted to receive a residuum into the interior of the shell, and a longitudinal slit having a circular aperture at each end. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140135946 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC SOCKETS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - The invention relates to a prosthetic socket for a residual limb of the lower extremity or upper extremity of an individual person. The residual limb has particular dimensions and anatomical contours; the prosthetic socket has dimensions and contours that fit the dimensions and contours of the residual limb. The prosthetic socket may also fit in a manner that is biomechanically particularly appropriate for the individual. The prosthetic socket is an assembly of components from groups of components that include (a) struts arranged longitudinally with respect to the residual limb, (b) proximal brim members arranged proximally to the struts and connected thereto; and (c) distal socket members disposed at the distal base of the prosthetic socket. The socket components within these groups may be modular in that they can vary with respect to dimensions and/or contours, and yet have common connecting features that permit assembly of the components together to form the prosthetic socket. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140188251 | DEVICE WITH A WALL DESIGNED TO TIGHTLY ENCLOSE A BODY PART - A device with a wall ( | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140207253 | Alignment Device For a Prosthetic Leg Sleeve Pin - A prosthetic sleeve and sleeve pin alignment device has a support, and a body extending from the support. The body has a cup defining an inner wall surface defining a sleeve-receiving recess having a longitudinal axis and defining a sleeve pin-receiving guide hole to a sleeve-pin receiving pin guide aperture. The sleeve pin-receiving pin guide aperture has a central axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the sleeve-receiving recess. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140243996 | PROSTHESIS ASSEMBLY - The invention relates to a prosthesis assembly, comprising an outer stem ( | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140277584 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC SOCKETS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME - Embodiments of a modular prosthetic socket for a residual limb of a lower extremity of a patient are provided. Modular components include a base, multiple strut connectors, and multiple longitudinal struts. The base is selected from a collection of bases. The multiple strut connectors are selected from a collection of strut connectors, each strut connector being adjustably connectable to the base along the periphery of the base. The multiple longitudinal struts are selected from a collection of struts, each strut including a thermoplastic-fiber composite material, each strut being connectable to the base along the base periphery via one of the strut connectors. At least one of the component collections includes at least one of multiple sizes or multiple shapes of bases, struts or strut connectors, respectively. The prosthetic socket circumscribes a proximally-open internal space configured to conform to the residual limb of the patient. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140288668 | PROSTHESIS SOCKET - The invention relates to a prosthesis socket for a prosthesis, which comprises connecting means for a distal prosthesis device and an outer socket, which is made predominantly from a rigid material, and a proximal opening for receiving a residual limb and which is surrounded by an outer socket edge. Said prosthesis socket is characterized in that said outer socket edge is made of a flexible and non-elastic material in said ventral region, said flexible and non-elastic material being adapted to the body shape of the wearer of the prosthesis socket. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140309750 | 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. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140324191 | SOCKET SYSTEM FOR A PROSTHESIS, PROSTHESIS AND PRODUCTION METHOD - The invention relates to a socket system for a prosthesis. The socket system including a prosthesis socket which has a proximal opening for receiving a residual limb and a distal end and which is made, at least partially, of a first fiber-reinforced plastic. The socket system also includes an adapter element which is arranged on the distal end of the prosthesis socket and is designed in such a manner that a distal prosthesis element can be secured to the adapter element. The adapter element includes a base body which is made, at least partially, of a second fiber-reinforced plastic. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140336783 | ADJUSTABLE SOCKET SYSTEM - An adjustable socket system is configured to accommodate a residual limb. The adjustable socket system has first and second opposed sides and includes a rigid first component arranged along the first side of the socket. An adjustable second component has a plurality of interconnected vertebrae elements connected to the first component and is arranged along the second side of the socket system. The adjustable prosthetic socket also has a base connector secured to the distal end area of the first component. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140358249 | LEG PROSTHESIS - A leg prosthesis wherein the prosthesis shaft and the transtibial part are connected by a prosthesis shaft adapter. The prosthesis shaft adapter is constructed as a compact one-part component with a liner (sleeve as inner prosthesis shaft adapter) of the amputation stump and with a rearward extension for the prosthesis receptacle connection. The prosthesis shaft adapter is designed such that, in addition to the rearward extension of 1 cm to 10 cm, the prosthesis receptacle connection is also angled and laterally offset. Advantageously, the leg prosthesis according to the invention has a relatively low weight due to the prosthesis shaft adapter as a connecting element. The leg prosthesis operates absolutely safely and can be efficiently produced. The fabrication of a leg prosthesis with an individual biomechanical fit to the patient is significantly facilitated, which also results in fewer faulty prostheses. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140379097 | PROSTHETIC SOCKET AND SOCKET LINER WITH MOISTURE MANAGEMENT CAPABILITY - A moisture management liner device for a prosthetic socket may include an elongate, cup-shaped, elastomeric member and multiple fluid transport strips. The elastomeric member may include a first material and may extend from an open proximal end to a substantially closed distal end. The substantially closed distal end may include a fluid exit aperture to allow fluid to pass out of the liner device. The fluid transport strips may include a second material and may be disposed at spaced-apart intervals around a circumference of an internal surface of the elastomeric member, over at least a distal portion of the elastomeric member. The fluid transport strips may be configured to facilitate passage of fluid out of the liner device through the fluid exit aperture. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150032227 | Prosthesis Socket and System Comprising a Prosthesis Socket and Prosthesis Device - The invention relates to a prosthesis shaft for receiving an amputation stump of an extremity, comprising connecting means for a distal prosthesis device ( | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150051711 | BRIM ATTACHMENT WITH A SEAL ELEMENT FOR A PROSTHETIC SOCKET - A brim attachment for a prosthetic socket includes a cuff section defining an upper portion of the brim attachment and is arranged to extend about and upwardly from a socket opening. The cuff section is configured to move between tensioned and relaxed positions, wherein the tensioned position the cuff section is arranged to fold away from the socket opening, wherein the relaxed position the cuff section is arranged to extend above the socket opening and generally concentric with an outer surface of the socket. An interface section defines a lower portion of the brim attachment and is arranged to extend along a surface of the socket. The brim attachment may include a seal element protruding toward a central axis of the socket. | 02-19-2015 |
| 20150073567 | COMPOSITE PYLON FOR A PROSTHETIC DEVICE - A pylon for a prosthetic device, the pylon having a central axis, a first end, and a second end. In an embodiment, the pylon includes a first connecting member disposed at the first end and configured to couple to a socket worn by an amputee. In addition, the pylon includes a second connecting member disposed at the second end and configured to couple to a prosthetic foot. Further, the pylon includes a pylon member extending axially from the first connecting member to the second connecting member, wherein the pylon member extends helically about the central axis. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150081038 | FEMORAL PROSTHESIS USABLE IN WATER ENVIRONMENT AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH PROSTHESIS - A prosthetic device for a lower limb of a user is provided which includes a femoral leg component, a foot component and a cover component which are water compatible. The cover component includes one or more hollow sleeves defining one or more cavities in communication with a cavity provided in the foot component. The foot compartment includes a hole overlapping the one or more hollow sleeves which is configured to evacuate water from the prosthetic device and to provide air communication between the one or more cavities and the exterior of the prosthetic device. The cover includes a flexible venting opening so that the water drains naturally from the one or more cavities. A method of manufacturing the prosthetic device is also provided. The method includes manufacturing a cover with successive layers forming the cavities, with the cavities configured such that water drains naturally from the prosthetic device. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150105865 | PROSTHETIC SOCKET WITH INTEGRATED COOLING CHANNELS - A residual limb prosthesis includes a socket for receiving a residual limb, the socket having a socket wall defining a limb-receiving surface. A coil-shaped channel extends through the socket wall from an inlet to an outlet, the outlet fluidly communicating with the ambient atmosphere. An air mover fluidly communicates with the inlet and the ambient atmosphere outside of the socket wall, the air mover drawing air from the ambient atmosphere and circulating the air through the coil-shaped channel to be exhausted at said outlet. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150112449 | PROSTHESIS FOR A LOWER LIMB - A prosthesis for a residual limb includes an element for receiving a stump fitted on or established by a support part, a distal prosthetic part, and an absorbing system. The distal prosthetic part is assembled on the support part by a pivot link forming a joint to enable flexion or extension of the distal prosthetic part with respect to the element for receiving. The absorbing system absorbs the flexion or extension efforts and is connected to the distal prosthetic part and to one of a rod or a lever that is pivotally fitted on the distal prosthetic device. The rod is mounted to the lever and to the support part. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20150313729 | ALIGNABLE COUPLING ASSEMBLY FOR CONNECTING TWO PROSTHETIC LIMB COMPONENTS - An alignable coupling assembly embodiment for coupling distal and proximal prosthetic components includes a pair of parallel circular plates rotatably disposed in the circular receptacle of a support plate. The circular plates are configured such that they can be unpressed or a pressed. The unpressed condition allows rotation of the paired plates and the pressed condition prevents such rotation by way of a first friction lock. The paired circular plates further have a rectangular slot into which a longitudinal connector is slidably disposed, and which is subject to a second friction lock that prevents sliding when the connector is pulled distally. Rotational movement of the plates and sliding movement of the connector in the slot cooperate to allow its positioning at any point within an anterior-posterior/lateral medial grid centered on the longitudinal axis of the proximal prosthetic component. A distal pull on the longitudinal connector engages both first and second friction locks. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150313730 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC SOCKETS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - The invention relates to a prosthetic socket for a residual limb of the lower extremity or upper extremity of an individual person. The residual limb has particular dimensions and anatomical contours; the prosthetic socket has dimensions and contours that fit the dimensions and contours of the residual limb. The prosthetic socket may also fit in a manner that is biomechanically particularly appropriate for the individual. The prosthetic socket is an assembly of components from groups of components that include (a) struts arranged longitudinally with respect to the residual limb, (b) proximal brim members arranged proximally to the struts and connected thereto; and (c) distal socket members disposed at the distal base of the prosthetic socket. The socket components within these groups may be modular in that they can vary with respect to dimensions and/or contours, and yet have common connecting features that permit assembly of the components together to form the prosthetic socket. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150342759 | KNEE JOINT PROSTHESIS - The present invention relates to a knee joint for use in a lower limb prosthesis. The knee joint comprise an upper portion for connecting a custom socket and a proximal attachment, and a support comprising connecting means in its lower part for connecting a prosthetic limb. The support has at least one attachment arm on the medial or the lateral side of the knee joint prosthesis. An actuator is connected between a proximal attachment and the support and is adapted to pivot the upper portion relatively to the support. The actuator comprises a motor directly operatively connected to an axial displaceable shaft capable of changing angular velocity of the knee joint. An external control device can be used to control the knee joint. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150351941 | PAIN FREE SOCKET SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - Systems and methods for providing adjustable heat to a prosthetic device are disclosed. A system includes: a temperature setting device configured to set a target temperature for the prosthetic device; an adjustable heating unit in a socket of the prosthetic device; a temperature sensor that detects an actual temperature in the socket of the prosthetic device; a controller that receives data from the temperature setting device and the temperature sensor, and that controls an amount of heat generated by the heating unit based on the data; and a display that displays the target temperature and the actual temperature. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20160000584 | PROSTHETIC ATTACHMENT LOCK - An attachment lock ( | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160000586 | MODULAR PROSTHETIC SOCKETS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - The invention relates to a prosthetic socket for a residual limb of the lower extremity or upper extremity of an individual person. The residual limb has particular dimensions and anatomical contours; the prosthetic socket has dimensions and contours that fit the dimensions and contours of the residual limb. The prosthetic socket may also fit in a manner that is biomechanically particularly appropriate for the individual. The prosthetic socket is an assembly of components from groups of components that include (a) struts arranged longitudinally with respect to the residual limb, (b) proximal brim members arranged proximally to the struts and connected thereto; and (c) distal socket members disposed at the distal base of the prosthetic socket. The socket components within these groups may be modular in that they can vary with respect to dimensions and/or contours, and yet have common connecting features that permit assembly of the components together to form the prosthetic socket. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160015311 | APPARATUS FOR SENSING AND MEASURING PRESSURE AND/OR SHEAR COMPONENTS OF A FORCE AT AN INTERFACE BETWEEN TWO SURFACES - Apparatus ( | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160022442 | ORTHOPEDIC INTERFACE - The invention relates to an orthopedic interface ( | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160030204 | PROSTHETIC SUSPENSION MOUNTING ASSEMBLY - A prosthetic suspension-mounting system which employs an improved flathead bolt and socket centering block combination for securement of an amputee-limb enveloping liner within a prosthesis. The liner has a strap fixedly attached on the bottom end of the liner by a flathead bolt. The mounting system also includes a containment socket for seating the liner in the prosthesis using the head of the flathead bolt as a bearing surface against a floor of the socket. The containment socket has a slot there through at a position corresponding to the strap of the liner. The socket is provided with a disk-shaped recess having a flat floor, and the liner is provided with a distal flathead bolt having a flat head to provide a direct bearing surface against the floor of the socket. This provides a delimited bearing surface to keep the liner substantially centered within the prosthesis while still affording a lateral degree of freedom to avoid concentration of lateral forces. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160030207 | PROSTHESIS COOLING SYSTEM - A prosthesis cooling system may comprise one or more thermoelectric cooling devices embedded in a prosthesis socket, a power source, and a power control circuit. The cooling system may use active or passive cooling, and may use a closed-loop temperature control system. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160045338 | BLADE SHROUD DESIGN FOR A LEG PROSTHETIC - Blade-type prosthesis assemblies include a socket securable to a wearer of the prosthesis assembly and a blade securable to the socket. The blade has a blade body extending between a blade bottom and a blade top. The assembly further includes a base plate securable to the blade bottom. The base plate includes a shroud retainer element. The assembly further comprises a blade shroud covering at least a portion of the blade body and securable to the shroud retainer element and at least one of the socket and the blade body. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160045340 | Radial Volume Adjustment Device - The present disclosure relates to a radial volume adjustment device. The device includes a connection plate. The device further includes a socket wall comprising a plurality of socket wall components, at least one of the plurality of socket wall components comprising a channel, the channel forming an arcuate path curving towards a center of the connection plate. The device further includes at least one attachment member configured to couple with the connection plate and pass through the at least one channel such that the at least one socket wall component may move in a path defined by the at least one attachment member and the channel. The movement of the at least one attachment member causes a volume defined by the socket wall to change. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160058584 | PROSTHETIC SOCKET WITH AN ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT ISCHIAL SEAT - A modular prosthetic socket for a residual limb of a lower extremity of a patient may include an adjustable height ischial seat for facilitating the distribution of body weight away from the distal end of the residual limb and channeling the weight preferentially through the ischial tuberosity. In one aspect, the modular prosthetic socket may include a base plate, multiple longitudinal struts, and an ischial seat pad adjustably coupled with the proximal end of a medial strut, such that the ischial seat pad is vertically adjustable relative to the medial strut to adjust a total length of the medial strut measured from a proximal end of the ischial seat pad to the distal end of the medial strut. The ischial seat pad is configured to engage an ischium of the patient when the prosthetic socket is worn by the patient. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160074182 | ROTATABLE PROSTHETIC ADAPTER - The present invention is directed to a prosthetic adapter that allows for rotation of a prosthetic about a central axis. In one embodiment, the invention is a prosthetic adapter comprising: a first component comprising: a first pyramid block receiver comprising a first pyramid block receiving cavity; a collar integrally formed as a single monolithic component with the first pyramid block receiver, the collar comprising an inner surface forming a central cavity formed about a first central axis; and a second component comprising: a second pyramid block receiver comprising a second pyramid block receiving cavity; and a hub integrally formed as a single monolithic component with the second pyramid block receiver, the hub extending along a second central axis, the hub positioned in the central cavity so that the first and second central axes are substantially coaxial. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160081822 | LOW-POWER METHOD AND DEVICE FOR COOLING PROSTHETIC LIMB SOCKET BASED ON PHASE CHANGE - A prosthesis includes a socket for receiving a residual limb, the socket having a socket wall defining a limb-receiving surface; a heat pipe including a working fluid and a wicking structure, the heat pipe having a socket section and a heat sink section, the heat pipe extending along its length through the socket wall proximate to or exposed at the limb-receiving surface, wherein the working fluid has a boiling point of from about 0° C. to 90° C. such that the working fluid is adapted to evaporate to form vapor under the influence of the heat of a residual limb in the socket thus drawing heat from and cooling the residual limb. A heat sink section of the heat pipe passes through the heat sink, the heat sink reducing the temperature of the working fluid. | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160175120 | FITTING SYSTEM FOR A PROSTHESIS | 06-23-2016 |
| 20180021152 | PROSTHESIS COOLING SYSTEM | 01-25-2018 |
