摘要:
A foot prosthesis (100) having improved rollover and stability. The prosthesis (100) includes a first plate (130) and a mounting block (140) having a mounting portion configured to be coupled to a user of the prosthesis (100), an attachment portion and a gap portion (147), with the mounting block (140) attached to the first plate (130) at the attachment portion with a gap (147) between the mounting block gap portion (147) and the first plate (130). Also included is a resilient element (150) positioned at least partially within the gap (147), the resilient element (150) configured generally to dissipate stress in the first plate (130) and control deflection between the first plate (130) and the mounting block (140). The mounting block (140) may be substantially rigid with the area of the first plate (130) attached to the mounting block (140) becoming substantially rigid while the remainder of the first plate (130) is at least partially flexible. The resilient element (150) may be interchangeable to adjust performance of the prosthesis (100).
摘要:
A cushion for a wheelchair, including a matrix of cushion modules, wherein each cushion module includes a cushion element that has a phase change material included in its filler material that sits above an additional cushion element of a larger volume of filler material. The cushion also typically includes a support rail located on three sides of the matrix of cushion modules to align the body of the wheelchair user when sitting in the wheelchair. In addition, the cushion typically includes a base member that is positioned beneath the matrix and provides stability for the cushion. The cushion elements are typically enclosed in a moisture resistant envelope.
摘要:
A control system is adapted for use in association with a therapeutic motion and splinting device. The therapeutic device has at least one component that is monitored. The system comprises the steps of defining the range of motion, defining the maximum reverse on load, monitoring the reverse on load and moving the device through its range of motion. A first and second maximum limit of range of motion in a first and second direction are respectively defined. A maximum reverse on load is defined and is monitored whereby the deformation of the at least one component is monitored and the load created is interpreted. The device is cycled between a first and second position defined by one of the first maximum limit and the maximum reverse on load and one of the second maximum limit and the maximum reverse on load respectively.