Patent ID: 8202273
Filing Date: 2012-06-19
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. An orthopedic fixator comprising: a) a first frame and a second frame adjustably attached to the first frame; b) a third frame connected to the first frame; and c) a compliant attachment having adjustable compliance defined between the first and third frames; d) at least one spring plate attached at a first location to one of said first frame and said third frame and attached at a second location to the other of said first frame and said third frame; e) the at least one spring plate is attached at the second location by at least one positionable clamp, wherein the position of the at least one positionable clamp can be varied to change a distance between the first and second locations; and f) wherein the at least one positionable clamp is movable from a first position closest to the first location, which results in minimum compliance, to a second position spaced from the first location, which results in increased compliance between the first and third frames.