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47 results about "Calcaneus" patented technology

In humans, the calcaneus (/kælˈkeɪniəs/; from the Latin calcaneus or calcaneum, meaning heel) or heel bone is a bone of the tarsus of the foot which constitutes the heel. In some other animals, it is the point of the hock.

Systems and methods for controlled facet repositioning in the calcaneus

A surgical method surgical method includes collecting a set of patient data, identifying at least one significant point from the set of patient data, creating a surgical guide based on the at least one significant point and the patient data, and coupling the surgical guide with a calcaneum of a patient. The surgical method also includes performing at least one cut into the calcaneum using the surgical guide, wherein the at least one cut forms a recess in the calcaneum and defines a first calcaneal portion positioned substantially anteriorly from the recess and a second calcaneal portion positioned substantially posteriorly from the recess, shifting at least one of the first calcaneal portion and the second portion in a medial direction by placing an implant at least partially within the recess, and coupling the implant with the first calcaneal portion and the second calcaneal portion.
Owner:PARAGON 28 INC

Talar implants and implant systems

PendingUS20250288425A1Ankle jointsStaplesCalcaneusTalonavicular joint
An implant system that includes an implant having a base portion, that has a body and at least a portion of which includes a lattice structure, and an upper portion configured to releasably couple with the base portion. The implant system includes at least one first fastener configured to be received and extend at least partially through at least one bore of the base portion, and at least one second fastener configured to be received within a cavity of the base portion. Also disclosed is an implant that includes a body that has various elements configured to facilitate arthrodesis of the subtalar joint and talonavicular joint. The body includes an upper surface that is configured to interface with the tibia of a patient, and a lower surface that is configured to interface with the subtalar joint and / or calcaneus of the patient.
Owner:PARAGON 28 INC

Instrumentation for preparing an ankle joint and methods of using the same

PCT designated stageWO2025174764A1Ankle jointsJoint implantsCalcaneusPhysical medicine and rehabilitation
The present disclosure relates to an instrumentation system for implanting an ankle prosthesis. In various embodiments, the system includes a cutting assembly including a reaming tool for preparing a cavity within an intramedullary canal of a patient. In further embodiments, the system includes a guide block configured to fasten to a tibia of the patient and couple to the cutting assembly, the tibia having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the guide block includes one or more alignment guides for guiding the cutting assembly to the intramedullary canal on the distal end for preparing the cavity without affecting a calcaneus or the proximal end of the tibia. In some embodiments, the system includes a distractor for separating the distal tibia from a talus to facilitate preparing the cavity and inserting an ankle prosthesis into the cavity.
Owner:MEDSHAPE

Multi-dimensional angle adjustable three-dimensional fracture reduction traction device

The invention relates to the field of orthopedic treatment instruments, in particular to a multi-dimensional angle adjustable three-dimensional fracture reduction traction device which comprises a leg supporting mechanism, a traction mechanism and a traction mechanism. The traction mechanism is used for traction of the calcaneus of the patient; the bracket mechanism is used for mounting the leg support mechanism and the traction mechanism; the support mechanism comprises two sets of telescopic support assemblies used for being installed on a sickbed, and further comprises a first transverse rod and a second transverse rod which are arranged between the two sets of telescopic support assemblies, and locking assemblies arranged on the telescopic support assemblies. The locking assembly comprises a locking piece arranged on the telescopic support assembly and an anti-falling fine adjustment piece arranged on the locking piece. The multi-dimensional angle fracture traction device solves the problems that when the height of an existing multi-dimensional angle fracture traction device is adjusted, adjustment is tedious, patient adaptability is poor, and due to the fact that the adjustment stability is insufficient, accidental movement or falling is likely to happen.
Owner:中国人民解放军联勤保障部队第九〇四医院

Flexion / extension surgical guides and methods of using the same

ActiveUS12433532B2SensorsDiagnostic recording/measuringCalcaneusAnkle bone
A surgical guide includes a body having four sides. The body comprises a first base at the first side, a second base at the second side and an elongated extension between the first and second base. The first base defines at least one first hole and the second base defines at least a second hole. The body is sized and configured to be installed above a joint line of a calcaneus and a talus bone and approximately mid-way along a longitudinal axis of a tibia. The first base is configured to receive at least one dowel of a second surgical guide in the at least one first hole and the second base is configured to receive at least one pin sleeve and pin in the second hole. Systems and methods are also disclosed.
Owner:WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY INC

External fixator for calcaneus fractures

The present disclosure relates to an external fixator for orthopedic use, in particular for the treatment of calcaneus fractures, comprising: a rigid support for a first clamp for fixing bone screws; a second support for a second clamp that is hinged at an end of the rigid support; a third support for a third clamp that is hinged at an end of the rigid support; the rigid support being configured as a guide with the first clamp slidingly mounted thereon. The fixator according to the invention is made of radiolucent material with joint elements comprising partially radiolucent or radiopaque materials and configured to allow orienting the bone screws held by the clamps in directions that are tilted to each other.
Owner:ORTHOFIX SRL

Flexion / extension surgical guides and methods of using the same

PendingUS20260000346A1SensorsDiagnostic recording/measuringCalcaneusAnkle bone
A surgical guide includes a body having four sides. The body comprises a first base at the first side, a second base at the second side and an elongated extension between the first and second base. The first base defines at least one first hole and the second base defines at least a second hole. The body is sized and configured to be installed above a joint line of a calcaneus and a talus bone and approximately mid-way along a longitudinal axis of a tibia. The first base is configured to receive at least one dowel of a second surgical guide in the at least one first hole and the second base is configured to receive at least one pin sleeve and pin in the second hole. Systems and methods are also disclosed.
Owner:WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY INC

Protective device for preventing foot drop in calcaneus traction

The utility model belongs to the technical field of medical auxiliary instruments, and particularly provides a calcaneus traction foot drop prevention protection device which comprises a bottom plate, a rear back plate, a soft cushion and a fixing belt. The bottom plate is arranged at the sole; the back plate is arranged on the back of the lower shank section; the soft cushion comprises a first section, a second section and a third section which are arranged in sequence; the first section is connected with the bottom plate, the second section is used for wrapping the heel, and the third section is connected with the back plate; one end of the fixing belt is connected with the bottom plate, and the other end of the fixing belt is connected with the back plate. According to the application, the instep is not blocked, so that the blood supply of toes and the pulse condition of touching the arteries of the instep can be clearly and accurately observed; by arranging the soft cushion, the wearing comfort of the protection device can be improved, and the heel can be prevented from being suspended due to the fact that the second section of the soft cushion covers the heel; the bottom plate and the back plate are connected through the fixing belt, adjustment can be conducted according to the connecting position of the fixing belt and the assembling angle of the bottom plate and the back plate, so that functional position placement of the ankle joint is guaranteed, and foot drop can be effectively prevented.
Owner:GUANGZHOU EIGHTH PEOPLES HOSPITAL GUANGZHOU MEDICAL UNIV

External fixation device for calcaneus

The application relates to the technical field of medical devices, in particular to a calcaneus external fixing support, which comprises a first screw rod, a sliding base connected to the outer wall of the first screw rod in a sliding mode, a second screw rod connected to the first screw rod in a sliding mode, a sliding seat connected to the outer wall of the sliding base in a sliding mode, the sliding direction of the sliding seat is arranged at an angle with the moving direction of the sliding base, the second screw rod is arranged at an angle with the first screw rod, a limiting assembly for limiting the sliding of the sliding base is arranged on the outer wall of the first screw rod, a first locking piece for limiting the sliding of the sliding seat is arranged on the side wall of the sliding seat, a positioning assembly for limiting the sliding of the second screw rod is arranged on the first screw rod, a second locking piece for fixing a bone needle is arranged on the side wall of the moving seat, and a third locking piece for fixing the bone needle is arranged on the outer wall of the second screw rod. The application has the effects of conveniently adjusting the structure of the heel of a patient and reducing the dislocation of the heel structure in the process of fixing the support.
Owner:SHANGHAI PUWEI MEDICAL INSTR FACTORY CO LTD

Supporting plate for shoes, sole with supporting plate and special racing shoes for women

ActiveCN223554384USolesCalcaneusAcute angle
The utility model belongs to the technical field of footwear products, relates to a shoe supporting plate, a sole with the shoe supporting plate and a special female racing shoe, and discloses the shoe supporting plate which is a rigid plate and comprises a half sole part, an arch part and a heel part, and the heel part is of a three-dimensional split structure and comprises a downward-turning elastic supporting strip. The first supporting strip and the second supporting strip are located on the two sides of the downward-turning elastic supporting strip, the free end of the downward-turning elastic supporting strip is located below the supporting face where the shoe supporting plate is located, an acute angle is formed between the downward-turning elastic supporting strip and the supporting face where the shoe supporting plate is located, and the downward-turning elastic supporting strip is arranged corresponding to the middle of the heel of the human body. The first supporting strip and the second supporting strip are arranged in an inverted splayed shape to form a supporting wrapping face matched with the calcaneus structure of the human body. The downward-turning elastic supporting strips are arranged in a downward-turning mode, springback energy fed back by bending of the supporting plate when the middle heel touches the ground can be provided, and meanwhile the stable supporting function is achieved. The first supporting strips and the second supporting strips are arranged in an inverted splayed mode, concave faces matched with the heels can be formed, and the wrapping performance is good.
Owner:XTEPCHINA

Adjustable calcaneus traction support

The adjustable calcaneus traction support comprises a horizontal supporting bottom frame, a shank supporting plate and an ankle supporting plate are sequentially arranged on the horizontal supporting bottom frame in a supporting mode, the bottom of the ankle supporting plate is horizontally and rotatably installed on a first supporting block around the axis, and the first supporting block is vertically and movably installed on a second supporting block; the second supporting block is horizontally and movably installed on the horizontal supporting bottom frame in the extending direction of the legs. The technical scheme of the utility model is mainly applied to patients needing calcaneus traction.
Owner:ZHANGJIAGANG FIRST PEOPLES HOSPITAL

Modular hierarchical cushioning ankle support children's shoe structure

PendingCN122350431ACalcaneusPhysical medicine and rehabilitation
This invention discloses a modular, graded, cushioned ankle support structure for children's shoes, comprising: a heel shaping cup for calcaneal guidance, the heel shaping cup having a guide extending downward along the heel counter of the shoe, and a connecting member bending inward relative to the guide and extending into the shoe; the heel shaping cup circumferentially surrounds the heel counter; the guide includes an outer layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside; and a support mechanism disposed on the inner surface of the shoe facing the heel and connected to the connecting member. When the support mechanism is compressed, the pressure is converted into an inward tightening force on the guide through the connecting member, thereby guiding the calcaneus. This invention, through the coordinated operation of the guide, connecting member, and support mechanism, converts pressure into an inward tightening force on the guide when the support mechanism is compressed. When force is applied to one side, a larger directional tightening force is generated, triggering guidance in advance, effectively limiting abnormal calcaneal displacement, improving heel stability, and significantly enhancing the support and guidance effect on the calcaneus.
Owner:LIRONG SHOES SHENZHEN CO LTD

Motion mechanics compensation insole based on 3D printing technology

ActiveCN224141016UInsolesMedical scienceCalcaneusElastomer
The utility model discloses a sports mechanics compensation insole based on the 3D printing technology, and belongs to the technical field of orthopedic insoles, the sports mechanics compensation insole comprises an insole body, the insole body comprises a base plate, the base plate is a sheet body with the bottom surface corresponding to the inner surface of a sole in shape, the insole body further comprises a supporting surrounding body, and the supporting surrounding body is integrally formed on the outer edge of the upper surface of the rear half section of the base plate; the pad body is a net frame type structural body made of a thermoplastic hard material; a sinking groove is formed in the position, corresponding to the calcaneus of the foot, of the base plate, the pad body further comprises a compensation supporting body arranged in the sinking groove, the upper surface of the compensation supporting body protrudes out of the upper surface of the base plate, and the compensation supporting body is a net frame type structural body made of thermoplastic elastomer materials. The supporting structures are additionally arranged at the heels and the arches, enough supporting force and supporting directions are provided for the feet, the mechanical compensation effect is achieved, and therefore the burden of the lower limbs of a user is relieved.
Owner:SUZHOU INNOECO MEDICAL TECH CO LTD +1

Insole capable of improving non-straight force line

ActiveCN223195609UInsolesCalcaneusFlatfeet
Owner:广州众乐体育用品有限公司

A cushioning insole for enhancing arch support

The utility model relates to insole technical field, propose a kind of slow pressure insole for solving arch collapse problem of reinforcing arch support force, including surface layer, support layer, bottom layer, the support layer is set between the surface layer and bottom layer by calcaneus of foot extension towards metatarsal bone site, the support layer is thermoplastic material, the support layer is located in the lower concave of central portion of calcaneus, and the lower concave wrapping portion of two side arc shapes is upwards, and support layer is located in the tarsometatarsal joint department between calcaneus and metatarsal bone and is upwards arched and is presented as upper arch portion.
Owner:HURLEY HLDG (FUJIAN) CO LTD

Heel cup capable of improving comfort of heel and easy wearing and taking-off performance and shoe

The heel cup comprises a supporting part and a bending part which are integrally arranged, the supporting part corresponds to the position of the calcaneus of the human body, the bending part is arranged on the upper portion of the supporting part, the upper end of the bending part extends towards the direction of the achilles tendon of the human body in the vertical direction, and the bending part is arranged on the upper portion of the supporting part. The upper end of the bent part extends in the transverse direction in the direction away from the heel of the human body so as to form an inclined face facilitating wearing and taking-off, and the hardness of the bent part is smaller than that of the supporting part. The shoe is more convenient to put on and take off, meanwhile, the wearing comfort of the heel part can be greatly improved, the heel part is not prone to deformation or damage due to repeated treading, and the service life of the shoe is prolonged.
Owner:LI NING SPORTS TECH (SHENZHEN) CO LTD

Application of peptide for preparing medicine for protecting bones

The invention provides an application of a peptide, the peptide is used for preparing a medicine for bone protection, and the peptide comprises an amino acid sequence as shown in SEQ ID NO: 1. The invention proves that the administration of the peptide of SEQ ID NO: 1 can indeed improve the cortical bone erosion condition of mouse calcaneus caused by rheumatoid arthritis and recover the reduction of mouse bone density caused by rheumatoid arthritis, so that the peptide has a bone protection effect.
Owner:PELL BIO MED TECH CO LTD

Heel detection assembly and plantar pressure equipment auxiliary part

The utility model discloses a heel detection assembly and a plantar pressure equipment auxiliary piece, and relates to the technical field of foot detection, the heel detection assembly comprises an installation piece and a camera module, the installation piece is provided with a first end portion and a second end portion which are oppositely arranged, and the camera module is provided with a camera module. The first end part of the mounting part is provided with a connecting part used for being connected with the sole detection assembly, the camera module is arranged at the second end part, an imaging interval is arranged between the first end part and the second end part, and the optical axis of the lens faces the imaging interval and is obliquely arranged upwards; and the camera is used for carrying out point location shooting on the calcaneus of the foot to be detected on the foot bottom detection assembly outside the imaging interval. The lens can clearly shoot an image of a heel part of a human body through an imaging interval, the image can be transmitted to a computer end after being acquired, a heel valgus angle is measured by automatically identifying or manually marking point positions through an artificial intelligence technology, and more accurate and comprehensive data is acquired by combining a measuring structure of the sole detection assembly. Therefore, professionals can give a reasonable correction scheme.
Owner:SENNOTECH CO LTD

Sock having arch protection function

PCT designated stageWO2026046354A1Panty-hoseHosieryCalcaneusLong distance runners
The present invention relates to a sock having an arch protection function, comprising a sock body and a plurality of elastic members. The elastic members are connected to the bottom of the sock body and are arranged at intervals in the direction from the inner side to the outer side of the sock body. Each elastic member has a first end portion and a second end portion; the first end portion and the second end portion have opposite directions; the first end portion is located at a calcaneus position of the sock body corresponding to the heel, and the second end portion is located at a heel fat pad position of the sock body corresponding to the lower part of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the forefoot. Or, the elastic members are arranged at the bottom of the sock body by means of a first fixing portion and a second fixing portion; the first fixing portion is arranged at the position of the sock body corresponding to the human foot close to the forefoot, and the second fixing portion is arranged at the position of the sock body corresponding to the human heel. The present invention can be used by flat-foot patients. Also, for long-distance running athletes, the sock can provide a good protective effect for functional problems such as fallen arches after long-distance running, and is comfortable for wearing.
Owner:361 DEGREES (CHINA) CO LTD +1

Calcaneus shooting retention device

The utility model discloses a calcaneus shooting retention device, which relates to the technical field of medical apparatus and instruments, and comprises a winding belt wound on toes of a foot, one end of the locking piece extends downwards to form a vertical leaning end, the other end of the locking piece is bent and extends in the horizontal direction to form an extending end, a locking end is arranged on the upper side of the end portion of the extending end, a reversing channel is arranged between the bottom end of the locking end and the upper end of the extending end, and a fixing head is detachably connected in a locking groove in an inserted mode. The other end of the traction belt penetrates through the reversing channel, is pulled upwards along the side wall of the locking end to the upper end of the locking end and then is tensioned in the reverse direction, the winding belt synchronously pulls toes under traction force of the traction belt, and then the included angle between the instep and the shank is adjusted. The winding belt synchronously pulls toes under the traction force of the traction belt, so that the included angle between the instep and the shank is reduced, it is ensured that the whole length of the calcaneus can be clearly shot, meanwhile, medical staff do not need to pull tiptoes upwards with the assistance of the hands, and the medical staff are prevented from being radiated by rays.
Owner:NANJING GAOCHUN HOSPITAL OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Calcaneus reduction forceps

ActiveCN224140917UOsteosynthesis devicesCalcaneusForceps
The utility model relates to a pair of calcaneus reduction forceps. The pair of calcaneus reduction forceps comprises a first clamp body, a second clamp body, a first forceps body connected to the first clamp body and a second forceps body connected to the second clamp body, the second plier body is rotationally connected to the first plier body. The second clamp body and the first clamp body are oppositely arranged, the surface, facing the second clamp body, of the first clamp body is in a concave face shape, and the surface, facing the first clamp body, of the second clamp body is in a convex face shape. The first clamp body is provided with a front end and a tail end which are oppositely arranged, and the second clamp body is provided with a front end and a tail end which are oppositely arranged. The first clamp body is provided with a top end and a bottom end which are oppositely arranged, and the second clamp body is provided with a top end and a bottom end which are oppositely arranged. The distance between the front end and the tail end of the first clamp body ranges from 6 cm to 12 cm, and the distance between the top end and the bottom end of the first clamp body ranges from 2 cm to 8 cm. The distance between the front end and the tail end of the second clamp body ranges from 5 cm to 11 cm, too large pressure intensity is prevented from being generated on the local part of the calcaneus, and the crushed bone blocks are prevented from being further crushed in the clamping and resetting process.
Owner:THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF SUN YAT SEN UNIV

Noninvasive calcaneus reduction forceps

The utility model relates to the technical field of medical instruments, and discloses a pair of non-invasive calcaneus reduction forceps, which is characterized by comprising a first supporting part, a second supporting part, a third supporting part and a fourth supporting part, the second supporting part is hinged to the first supporting part, one end of the second supporting part is movably connected with a second clamping structure close to the first clamping structure, the other end of the second supporting part is fixedly connected with a second holding structure, and the clamping structure is adjustably connected to the first supporting part and the second supporting part. According to the utility model, the reduction of the fractured calcaneus can be more stably and comfortably completed, and the reduction forceps can be fixed after the reduction of the fractured calcaneus, so that a doctor can free hands to carry out other operations.
Owner:CHENGDU MILITARY GENERAL HOSPITAL OF PLA

Minimally invasive surgical method for haglund's deformity and paratenon preservation

PendingUS20260053495A1Suture equipmentsCalcaneusAnatomical landmark
The present disclosure provides a surgical method for treating Haglund's deformity and posterior insertional calcific Achilles pathology. The method comprises positioning a patient prone under general anesthesia, using fluoroscopic guidance to identify and mark anatomical landmarks on a calcaneus, and creating two proximal surgical incisions. The method includes separating medial and lateral edges of an Achilles tendon from overlying paratenon using a paratenon fascial elevator to preserve paratenon vascularity. The method comprises placing loop locking sutures along medial and lateral tendon edges using an Achilles suture passer device and creating a mini-open lateral incision for direct access to the Haglund's deformity. The method includes resecting a bony deformity and debriding calcific deposits under direct visualization, securing the Achilles tendon using knotless suture anchors with a rip-stop loop locking technique, and creating subcutaneous tunnels for crossed suture tape placement that provides compression fixation.
Owner:SIMON WILLIAM H

Calcaneus traction device

The utility model discloses a calcaneus traction device, which belongs to the technical field of medical equipment and comprises a supporting plate, a traction device and a lifting device, the traction device comprises a traction bow component, a traction rope, a traction plate, a guide rod and a first hand-cranking screw rod, and a threaded hole and a plurality of guide holes are formed in the side wall of one end of the supporting plate. The guide rods are symmetrically installed on the side wall of the traction plate, the first hand-cranking screw penetrates through the middle of the traction plate and is rotationally connected with the traction plate, the guide rods extend into the guide holes and are in sliding connection with the guide holes respectively, the first hand-cranking screw extends into the threaded holes and is in threaded connection with the threaded holes, one end of the traction rope is connected with the traction plate, and the other end of the traction rope is connected with the traction plate. The traction bow assembly is used for fixing the calcaneus of a patient, and the lifting device is installed at the bottom end of the supporting plate. The calcaneus traction device can provide constant and definite traction force for the calcaneus, an electric drill does not need to penetrate through the calcaneus, and the placement of the shank can be adjusted.
Owner:PEOPLES HOSPITAL OF CHONGQING HIGH-TECH ZONE

Calcaneus minimally invasive surgery reduction device

The invention relates to the field of medicine, in particular to a calcaneus minimally invasive surgery reduction device. An existing calcaneus reduction device has the defects that the situation that a clamp shields the injured part of a patient easily occurs, and meanwhile the stability of an independent clamp is poor. A calcaneus minimally invasive surgery reduction device comprises a sleeve. Each sleeve is slidably connected with two hollow six-edge rods, the two hollow six-edge rods on the same sleeve form a group, and racks are fixedly connected to the ends, close to each other, of the two hollow six-edge rods in the same group. Medical staff can adjust the positions of the three vertical cylinders according to the calcaneus injury condition of a patient, when the medical staff needs to perform an operation on the calcaneus of the patient, the medical staff can rotate the three threaded rods at the same time, the calcaneus injury condition of the patient can be reset and fixed, shielding of the device to the injury position of the patient can be reduced, and the patient can be prevented from being injured. Medical personnel can conveniently perform an operation on a patient, so that the efficiency of the minimally invasive calcaneus operation is improved.
Owner:THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF QIQIHAR MEDICAL UNIV

A t-shaped steel plate for correcting flat feet

The utility model belongs to orthopedics medical instrument technical field, especially relate to a T type steel sheet for correcting flat foot, include: main stem department, the plate -shaped structure of longitudinal extension is equipped with a plurality of first locking hole for with the calcaneus fixed on its surface, the head department of transverse extension is connected perpendicularly with the main stem department and forms T type, the head department is away from the one end of main stem department and forms the eversion department bending away from the calcaneus side, be equipped with at least two second locking hole on the eversion department, the second locking hole is along the head department length direction setting. The utility model's T type steel sheet simple structure can be well with the correction part of flat foot, and the fixed effect is good.
Owner:ZHEJIANG CANWELL MEDICAL DEVICES CO LTD

Systems and methods for controlled facet repositioning in the calcaneus

PendingUS20260026945A1Wrist jointsAnkle jointsCalcaneusPatient data
A surgical method surgical method includes collecting a set of patient data, identifying at least one significant point from the set of patient data, creating a surgical guide based on the at least one significant point and the patient data, and coupling the surgical guide with a calcaneum of a patient. The surgical method also includes performing at least one cut into the calcaneum using the surgical guide, wherein the at least one cut forms a recess in the calcaneum and defines a first calcaneal portion positioned substantially anteriorly from the recess and a second calcaneal portion positioned substantially posteriorly from the recess, shifting at least one of the first calcaneal portion and the second portion in a medial direction by placing an implant at least partially within the recess, and coupling the implant with the first calcaneal portion and the second calcaneal portion.
Owner:PARAGON 28 INC

Frame over nail hindfoot fixation

A method for applying compression in an ankle includes inserting a proximal portion of a nail through a calcaneus and a talus of a foot of a patient and into a tibia of the patient, securing an external fixation frame to the tibia and the foot, applying compression to the ankle using the external fixation frame, and retaining the compression in the ankle using the nail and one or more screws extending through the nail.
Owner:ORTHOFIX SRL

A temporary traction device for calcaneus before surgery

The present application discloses a temporary traction device for calcaneus surgery, comprising a U-shaped traction rod, a U-shaped seat, a V-shaped plate, a cylinder, a support assembly, and a traction magnetic control assembly. The present application has a reasonable structure, and is convenient for adjusting the magnetic attraction strength of the electromagnet to the weight column by operating a knob rheostat, thereby realizing the function of magnetically controlling the traction force, facilitating the gradual application of traction force, and is easy to adjust and highly safe to operate. The weight column is light and not sufficient to achieve a traction effect, which facilitates supporting the inclined top end of the U-shaped traction rod, avoiding the problem of the U-shaped traction rod falling or shaking and affecting the traction effect, greatly alleviating the patient's pain and facilitating subsequent surgical treatment.
Owner:FIRST HOSPITAL AFFILIATED TO GENERAL HOSPITAL OF PLA

Heel retaining member and shoe

The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a heel-retaining member that is easy to put on and can further improve comfort. [Solution] A heel-holding member according to one aspect of the present disclosure comprises an inner layer, a core material, and an outer layer, wherein the core material has a first curved portion that curves inward convexly at a position corresponding to the upper part of the user's calcaneus or above the calcaneus, a second curved portion provided below the first curved portion and curving outward convexly, and a flange portion positioned at the lower end of the second curved portion and projecting outward.
Owner:有限会社エルフ