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2006-01-10

2006-01-10

Brown, Michael A. (Department: 3764)

Surgery: kinesitherapy

Kinesitherapy

Device with applicator having specific movement

C601S150000, C601S151000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06984215

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus for providing rapid compression to at least one appendage positioned within an inflatable sleeve are disclosed. Rapid compression is provided by filling the inflatable sleeve containing the appendage with a gas. A portion of the gas is then repeatedly withdrawn and inserted back into the inflatable sleeve to apply a compression therapy to the at least one appendage.

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