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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 29, 2005
Filed:
Aug. 25, 1999
John G. Stark, Excelsior, MN (US);
Duane P.m. Oyen, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Thomas Bybee, Ramsey, MN (US);
Arthur M. Lohmann, Minnetonka, MN (US);
Joel L. Boyd, Eden Prairie, MN (US);
John G. Stark, Excelsior, MN (US);
Duane P.M. Oyen, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Thomas Bybee, Ramsey, MN (US);
Arthur M. Lohmann, Minnetonka, MN (US);
Joel L. Boyd, Eden Prairie, MN (US);
IZEX Technologies, Inc., Minneapolis, MN (US);
Abstract
Orthoses with microprocessor control placed around the joint of a patient are used to perform and to monitor isometric, range-of-motion, proprioception and isotonic exercises of the joint. A variety of improved hardware elements result in an orthosis that is easier to use and interacts more efficiently with the controller to allow the monitoring of a greater range of motions while holding down cost and provide suitable accurate evaluation of the exercises. Efficient ways of programming the exercises, monitoring the exercises and evaluating the exercise provide a comprehensive program for the rehabilitation of an injured or weakened joint.