Ultraflex 2 SS1/SS2 Elbow Joint is used to make custom orthoses for orthopedic rehab and treating muscle stiffness. These orthoses are for therapy, not walking. You can buy them for either the left or right side.
Custom Orthoses Fabrication: This joint facilitates the creation of custom orthoses for orthopedic rehabilitation and neurological spasticity treatment, providing tailored support for therapeutic purposes.
Low Load Stretching: Designed for low load stretching, aiding in rehabilitation and reducing neurological spasticity without excessive strain.
Therapeutic Functionality: Specifically crafted for therapeutic purposes, not intended for ambulation, ensuring focused treatment and support.
Individually Specified: Available individually for either left or right side, allowing precise fitting and customization according to patient needs.
Range of Motion (ROM):
- Flexion and Extension: Offers a wide range from zero to 135 degrees, accommodating various therapeutic requirements.
- Hyperextension: Provides flexibility with a range from -15 degrees to 135 degrees, addressing specific therapeutic needs.
- Block ROM: Allows extension or flexion to be locked at 7.5-degree increments, enabling controlled and precise adjustments.
- Locking Mechanism: Features a don-doff lock at any position at 7.5-degree increments, ensuring stability and security during use.
Removable Power Assist Units: Includes power assist units with weights of 45, 60, and 90 lbs, allowing customization of support levels based on patient requirements.
Lightweight Design: Weighing only 87g per side without bars, the joint offers support without adding unnecessary bulk, enhancing comfort during wear.
Materials:
- Joints: Constructed with durable stainless steel, ensuring longevity and resistance to wear.
- Sidebars: Made from 5/8" x 3/16" (16x4.8 mm) 2024 aluminum, providing strength and stability.
- Bars: Features 10" proximal and distal bars, offering secure attachment points for stability.
- Removability: Sidebars are removable, facilitating adjustments and customization as needed.
- Non-corrosive Coating: Coated with epoxy powder on bars and black fluoropolymer on joints, enhancing durability and resistance to corrosion.
Tested Strength: Endures rigorous testing with a maximum M-L (Medial-Lateral) strength of 180 lb (82 kg) and AP (Anterior-Posterior) strength of 250 lb (113 kg), ensuring reliability and safety during use.