Physical therapy mobilization belt and method of use

Active Publication Date: 2018-05-24
JOHNSON ATHLETIC ADVANTAGE LLC
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[0009]A preferred embodiment comprises a continuous loop of inelastic woven material. The loop contains an expanded section for securing in a door jamb. Opposite the expanded section is a cushioned section for contact with the pati

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Restricted joint movement due to injury, accident, illness, etc., can consequently have deleterious effects not only at the involved joint but throughout the rest of the body as well.
For example, as a result of a common ankle sprain, inflammation and tissue damage may occur at the ankle which can restrict range of motion and result in deficits in strength and proprioception (awareness of a joint's relative location).
If not corrected, this limited range of motion will disrupt normal ankle motion and create compensat

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[0025]In the description that follows, like parts are marked throughout the specification and figures with the same numerals, respectively. The figures are not necessarily drawn to scale and may be shown in exaggerated or generalized form in the interest of clarity and conciseness.

[0026]Referring to FIG. 1, mobilization belt 100 comprises band 102 formed in a loop having exterior surface 104 and interior surface 106. Band 102 is comprised of a single length of woven material having ends 110 and 112. Ends 110 and 112 are affixed together at expanded section 114 to form the loop. Expanded section 114 is diametrically opposed to cushioned section 116. Side 108 extends between expanded section 114 and cushioned section 116. Side 109 completes the loop and also extends between expanded section 114 and cushioned section 116. Cushioned section 116 comprises pad 118 attached to interior surface 106 with stitching 120. In alternate embodiments, pad 118 is replaceable and can be removably attach

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Disclosed is portable and easily securable mobilization belt for performing physical therapy on an affected joint comprising a continuous loop of inelastic woven material. The loop comprises an expanded section for securing in a door jamb and a cushioned section for contact with the patient's affected joint. Alternatively, the loop can be secured by wrapping around a vertical stanchion of a heavy piece of furniture or other solid object that will not move. In use, the affected joint is placed in the loop adjacent the cushioned section. With the loop taut, the patient provides resistance against the belt to create mobilization of the affected joint.

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Owner JOHNSON ATHLETIC ADVANTAGE LLC
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