Inventors:
Thomas Roukis - Arlington Heights IL, US
Adam Landsman - Chicago IL, US
International Classification:
A61F005/00
Abstract:
An external fixation device is provided to relieve pressure from the lower leg by elevating it above a support surface. The device includes a frame, a supporting member and transfixation wires that are inserted into a lower leg bone and at least one foot bone. The transfixation wires are adjustably connected to the support member which in turn is adjustably connected to the frame. The device can be adjusted for position, height, and also for limited movement of the foot.