Orthotic Device Responsive to Atmospheric Pressure Change and Method
作者： Alexander M. Floyd
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摘要: An orthotic such as a knee, ankle, elbow or wrist brace is provided. The includes one more compression devices that adjust the amount of compressive force applied to body part based upon fluctuations in atmospheric pressure. One embodiment invention incorporates inflatable air bladders connected an pump and pressure sensor. places bladder proximate joint where it can be inflated provide support for joint. also comprises method adjusting
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