Intelligent Orthopedic Device System with Integrated Technologies

Publication ID: 24-11857450_0008_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Orthopedic Device System with Integrated Technologies,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857450_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857450_0008_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,450.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept integrates a strap attachment assembly with distinct technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and sensors to create a more powerful and personalized orthopedic device system.

Background and Problem Solved

Orthopedic devices or braces often lack personalized adjustments and real-time feedback, leading to suboptimal user experiences. The original patent's strap attachment assembly, while innovative, does not address these limitations. The new inventive concept solves this problem by combining the strap attachment assembly with advanced technologies to provide a more effective and user-centric orthopedic device system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept consists of a strap attachment assembly, as described in the original patent, integrated with various technologies. For instance, the wearable orthopedic device claim incorporates a sensor system that detects changes in user anatomy and adjusts the strap attachment articulation accordingly. The method claim utilizes machine learning algorithms to analyze user data and recommend customized strap attachment configurations. The synergistic orthopedic system claim combines the strap attachment assembly with a blockchain-based user authentication platform, ensuring secure and personalized device settings. The smart orthopedic device claim incorporates an IoT-enabled feedback mechanism, providing real-time user feedback and device performance data. The modular orthopedic device system claim features interchangeable strap attachment modules with integrated AI-powered adjustment systems, optimizing strap attachment articulation for individual user needs.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious combinations of the strap attachment assembly with distinct technologies, providing a synergistic effect that enhances the overall orthopedic device system. The inventive step lies in the integration of these technologies to create a more powerful, personalized, and user-centric system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating the strap attachment assembly with other technologies, such as augmented reality or 5G connectivity, to further enhance the orthopedic device system. Variations may involve using different types of sensors, machine learning algorithms, or blockchain platforms to achieve similar goals.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the orthopedic device industry, particularly in the areas of wearable devices, personalized medicine, and digital health. The target market includes orthopedic device manufacturers, healthcare providers, and consumers seeking advanced and personalized orthopedic solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F5/0125
A A61 A61F2005/0144
A A61 A61F2005/0167

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,450
TitleStrap attachment and orthopedic device using the same
Assignee(s)Ossur Iceland ehf