Videoconference goniometer
CA 2466210 C · Owner: Fruhwirth, Mathias · Inventors: Bernard, Marie-Madeleine; Fruhwirth, Mathias
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The invention concerns a method and a device for automated measurement of the range of joint motions via a particular system of computerized videoconference connected to a network. The method comprises steps which consist in: displaying in real time on a local display mode or remotely through a network a part of the body whereof the joint mechanism is to be evaluated identification on the screen by the operator of three anatomical markers forming a joint angle by pointing with the pointer device in specific sequence: distal anatomical marker joint space distal anatomical marker automatically calculating and displaying on the screen the range of motion value saving and recording the image …
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- Filed December 2, 2002 and granted January 28, 2014. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended December 2, 2022.
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