Electromagnetic locking mechanism for supporting limbs
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Apr 23, 2013
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Nov 17, 2011
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May 11, 2011
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May 11, 2010
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A limb support system for supporting one or more limbs of a patient during surgery is disclosed. The limb support system may include one or more joints formed from electromagnets that move locking mechanisms between locked and unlocked positions to enable a patient's limb to be supported in a desired position. At least one of the joints may be supported by a support arm that is attached to support structure. A limb support device, such as, but not limited to, an armrest or a wrist support may be attached to the housing of the joint.
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