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Anch′y-lo′sis Appa-ra′tus.

An apparatus for relieving the strain upon the flexed anchylosis articulation by supporting the respective parts of the limb at a distance from the center of leverage.

Fig. 202 shows an apparatus adapted for the knee. The upper and lower bands are secured around the thigh and lower leg respectively, the joint being set immovably at the angle required. The small figure represents the key by which the joint is loosened or locked.

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