Patent ID: 6090057
Filing Date: 2000-07-18
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
A multi-axial external orthoses, comprising:a foundation including a first foundation member configured to be attached to a patient to one side of an internal joint, and a second foundation member configured to be attached to a patient to an opposite side of the internal joint;an orthotic joint mounted to the first and second foundation members between the first and second foundation members and including a first orthotic joint member on the first foundation member and a second orthotic joint member on the second foundation member;the orthotic joint further comprising a bearing joining the first and second orthotic joint members for universal pivotal movement about a pivot point;wherein the bearing includes a substantially spherical bearing head connected to the first orthotic joint member, and a race rotatably mounted to the spherical head and connected to the second orthotic joint member; anda stop assembly on at least one of the orthotic joint members adjustable to limit relative pivotal movement of the orthotic joint members.