Lower extremity rehabilitation system
OwnerThomas J. Campanaro, Stanley W. Smithinventors
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Abstract
A physical therapy rehabilitation system for the legs, ankles and feet utilizes an inclined plane that has a torso-supporting platform on it which preferably slides up and down along the incline. At the lower end of the incline plane are attachments that permit the user to exercise the feet, ankles, calf muscles, knees, and other muscles in the lower extremities. One accessory comprises a wobble plate to permit rotation of the ankle in a controlled manner, and another permits plantarflexion. The inclined plane on which the patient's torso is supported is angularly adjustable so that varying proportions of the patient's body weight can be applied to the lower extremity that is being rehabilitated.
Claims11
A rehabilitation system for the lower extremities comprising:
- (a) a frame defining an inclined plane of adjustable incline defining a lower, foot end, and an upper, head end;
- (b) a torso support platform mounted on said frame parallel with said plane;
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- (c) a wobble plate mounted through a universal joint to said frame at the lower foot end of said frame whereby a rehabilitation patient can recline on said platform, support his foot on said wobble plate, and perform rehabilitation exercises substantially comprising ankle rotation under adjustable levels of reduced joint compressive body weight.
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