作者: Tracy E. Grim , William K. Arnold , Joseph M. Iglesias
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关键词: Inflatable 、 Ankle 、 Anatomy 、 Brace 、 Compression (physics) 、 Medicine 、 Cushioning
摘要: A pneumatic ankle brace having a pair of relatively rigid side supports with inflatable main bladders attached to their inside surfaces. The are coupled an interconnected foot pump. Additional support and back-up may be placed distally upon the provide further cushioning support. pump is activated through normal use, such as walking or running, whereby entrapped fluid displaced back forth between This creates pulsing action which provides massaging compression effect helps reduce swelling increase venous lymphatic return.