Patent ID: 9283103
Filing Date: 2016-03-15
CPC Classification: A61F,A61N

Claim Text:
1. A magnetorheological (MAR) medical brace, comprising: a flexible outer shell having an ergonomic shape adapted to be proximate to an area of a user's anatomy; at least one MAR pack disposed inside the outer shell, the at least one MAR pack being filled with magnetorheological material; a plurality of magnets attached to the outer shell, the magnets exposing the MAR pack to magnetic field forces adjustably stiffening or loosening the magnetorheological material; and means for selectively adjusting a magnetic field strength of the magnets; wherein selective adjustment of the magnetic field strength of the magnets increases or decreases a degree of stiffness of the outer shell to thereby provide adjustable rigidity for optimum healing and support.