Patents by Inventor Emily Hubbard

Emily Hubbard has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Unloading knee brace apparatus with conforming and distracting hinge
    Patent number: 11819436
    Abstract: An adjustable tension knee brace for unloading weight from a knee joint afflicted with osteoarthritis, thus reducing pain and improving mobility, comprising: an upper and lower frame connected by an unloading hinge assembly, optionally comprising a sensor and processor allowing for remote or automatic control of brace tension. In embodiments, the brace includes a user mechanism that is capable of adjusting a tensioning element while the brace is being worn. In other embodiments, electronic motors, sensors, and indicators may be included in the brace to improve brace performance and user interaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: Icarus Medical, LLC
    Inventors: David T. Johnson, Evan Eckersley, Emily Hubbard, Ben Scire, Isaiah Woo, Collin Farill, Carter Kitchin
  • Unloading Knee Brace Apparatus with Conforming and Distracting Hinge
    Publication number: 20210205111
    Abstract: An adjustable tension knee brace for unloading weight from a knee joint afflicted with osteoarthritis, thus reducing pain and improving mobility, comprising: an upper and lower frame connected by an unloading hinge assembly, optionally comprising a sensor and processor allowing for remote or automatic control of brace tension. In embodiments, the brace includes a user mechanism that is capable of adjusting a tensioning element while the brace is being worn. In other embodiments, electronic motors, sensors, and indicators may be included in the brace to improve brace performance and user interaction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2021
    Publication date: July 8, 2021
    Applicant: Icarus Medical, LLC
    Inventors: David T. Johnson, Evan Eckersley, Emily Hubbard, Ben Scire, Isaiah Woo, Collin Farill, Carter Kitchin