Surgery: kinesitherapy – Kinesitherapy – Ultrasonic
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-19
2006-09-19
Casler, Brian L. (Department: 3737)
Surgery: kinesitherapy
Kinesitherapy
Ultrasonic
C601S001000, C601S003000, C601S004000, C600S437000, C600S439000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07108663
ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to apparatus and method for ultrasonically stimulating cartilage growth. The apparatus includes at least one ergonomically constructed ultrasonic transducer configured to cooperate with a placement module or strip for placement in proximity to an area where cartilage growth is desired. The apparatus also utilizes a portable, ergonomically constructed main operating unit constructed to fit within a pouch worn by the patient. In operation, at least one ultrasonic transducer positioned in proximity to an osteochondral site is excited for a predetermined period of time. To ensure that at least one ultrasonic transducer is properly positioned, and to insure compliance with a treatment protocol, a safety interlock is provided to prevent inadvertent excitation of the at least one ultrasonic transducer.
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Rose Emery
Ryaby John P.
Talish Roger J.
Urgovitch, Sr. Kenneth
Winder Alan A.
Casler Brian L.
Exogen Inc.
Gray Bruce D.
Jung William
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