Knee renew

Abstract

A knee traction/decompression system used for the treatment of knee disorders by effectively applying a desired traction/decompression force to relieve pain, stimulate healing by opening pathways to the knee articulation while maintaining the basic comfort of the patient The system employs a rotational separation of the associated bones of the knee joint via a fulcrum that is positioned between two side rails. The side rails are connected by the end rails which create a stationary platform. An adjustable retracting device containing a cord attached to a strap placed and secured around the foot which is then manually moved relative to the platform. The knee is placed over the fulcrum and the retracting device is pulled in a direction as to allow a traction/decompression force on the knee articulation. The fulcrum action separates the knee articulation by applying a pulling force to the foot harness relative to the platform creating a long lever.

Claims

1. A system for applying traction to the knee, comprising: a frame for supporting the knee; a bolt connecting the side rails; a bolt that houses the fulcrum; a foot wrap connected by a cord to a hand held device.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein two side rails connected to two end rails telescopically.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein the end rails are wrapped in a non-skid material.

4. The system of claim 1, wherein the side rails and end rails contain holes with adjusting pins.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein a connecting bolt is attached to the two side rails.

6. The system of claim 1, wherein the connecting bolt is wrapped by a plastic material.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the plastic core is wrapped by a soft compressive material.

8. The system of claim 1, wherein a foot wrap is attached by a cord to a hand held device.

Description

Drawings Figures

[0010] In the drawings, closely related figures have the same number.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a lateral perspective view of the entire knee traction device of the present invention.

[0012] FIG. 2 is a lateral oblique perspective view of the entire knee traction device of the present invention.

[0013] FIG. 3 is a posterior perspective view of the disconnected side rail, end rail, fulcrum and non-skid wrap.

[0014] FIG. 4 is a lateral view of the foot harness, cord and hand held retractable device.

TABLE-US-00001 Drawings - - - Reference Numerals 11 side rails 12 fulcrum 13 soft compressive wrap 14 plastic fulcrum core 15 connecting bolt 16 side rail adjustment holes 17 end rails 18 non-skid wrap

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The drawings illustrate the knee traction/decompression system for the treatment of knee back pain arising from degenerative or compressive forces. The unit rotationally separates the femoral tibial joint by creating a lever effectively applying the desired traction to relieve pain and stimulate healing by opening the pathway to the meniscus and articular cartilage while maintaining the basic comfort of the patient. This is generally illustrated in the figures shown below.

[0016] FIG. 1, the components of the knee traction system FIG. 1 are tubular metal side rails 11 at an angle of 70 degrees. The side rails 11 extend telescopically over the end rails 17 in order to accommodate different femur heights. A central positioned fulcrum 12, connected to the side rails via a bolt 15, acts as a pivot point around which the knee joint is tractioned. The side rails 11 contain several adjusting holes 6 with snap clips to hold the side rail 11/end rail 17 at a given height.

[0017] FIG. 2 The fulcrum consists of a central plastic core 14 which houses the connecting bolt 15 and is covered with an outer soft foam 13. The distal end of the end rails are covered with an anti skid rubberized material 18.

[0018] FIG. 3 A foot harness 10 made out of common elastic material is secured to the foot and a simple cord 11 is attached to a common hand held retractable device 12.

[0019] FIG. 4 A lateral view of the foot harness, cord and hand held retractable device.

OPERATION

[0020] The body of the subject lies supine on a flat stable surface. The user secures the foot harness around the foot. The popliteal fossa is then extended over the fulcrum of the traction unit. Subject then uses the retractable hand held device, initiating a pulling effect on the foot creating a lever around the femoral tibial joint (pivot point). This movement creates a traction/decompression action on the knee joint.