A motion controlling hinge for an orthopedic brace is provided. The hinge
includes an actuator secured to one arm, and at least one spring member.
As the arm with the actuator pivots in a first direction, at a
predetermined flexion angle the actuator applies a force to the spring
member, causing the spring member to flex. The spring member exerts a
force on the actuator tending to bias the actuator away from the spring
member, and tending to bias the arm in a second direction opposite the
first direction. A movable fulcrum enables adjustment of a force exerted
by the spring member on the actuator. A variety of differently sized
adapters are securable to the actuator. The size of the adapter
determines the flexion angle at which the spring member first exerts
force on the actuator.