Joint manipulation device and method

Abstract

A device for manipulating a joint of a limb of a user, including a linear actuator composed of at least two segments; one or more first rod segments is positioned relative to the user, supported by a wheel assembly having one or more wheels, such that the first rod segments is movable relative to a support surface, including a floor; one or more second rod segments is located relative to the user and is secured, such as a chair, such that the position of the second rod segments are secure; and a limb support mechanism is attached to the first rod segments such that when the first rod segments of the linear actuator moves, the limb support mechanism moves in a substantially parallel path as the actuator, and the limb of the user is manipulated. A footplate adjustor, wherein the footplate adjustor adjusts an angle of a foot plate.

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