Apparatus for applying electrical current to the...

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2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Patel, Niketa I (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

C607S045000, C607S046000, C607S116000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07957816

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to apparatus for applying electrical current to the quadriceps muscle. The apparatus is in the form of a garment (to be worn on a user's thigh) having a integrated programmable stimulation device including integral electronics, LCD display, user controls and a battery. To ensure accurate and repeatable positioning of the garment, it is shaped such that it locates above the patella. Furthermore, reference lines are provided on the skin facing surface of the garment to assist the user in the accurate placement of skin engaging electrodes. In combination, the features of the invention provides a safe and convenient means of electrically stimulating the quadriceps muscle irrespective of patient size whilst minimizing the opportunity for error. Moreover, the invention dispenses with the need to employ a skilled clinician to individually place each electrode.

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patent: 6341237 (2002-01-01), Hurtado
patent: 2003/0060740 (2003-03-01), Faghri
patent: 2003/0088294 (2003-05-01), Gesotti

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