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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 26, 2021
Filed:
Sep. 15, 2017
Ossur Hf, Reykjavik, IS;
Arni Thor Ingimundarson, Foothill Ranch, CA (US);
Harry Duane Romo, Foothill Ranch, CA (US);
Bjorn Omarsson, Reykjavik, IS;
Janaki Ram-srinivasaRao Chetlapalli, Foothill Ranch, CA (US);
OSSUR HF, Reykjavik, IS;
Abstract
An orthopedic device includes a hinge assembly, a frame having first and second frame components spaced apart from and connected to one another by the hinge assembly, a strap system extending between medial and lateral sides of the first frame component, and at least one tensioning element. The at least one tensioning element has a first end secured to the strap system and a second end coupled to the hinge assembly. Articulation of the hinge assembly pulls the strap system toward the frontal plane by the at least one tensioning element.