External counterpulsation device using electroactive polymer...

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2003-08-21

2009-02-17

DeMille, Danton (Department: 3771)

Surgery: kinesitherapy

Kinesitherapy

Device with applicator having specific movement

C601S149000, C601S152000, C601SDIG020

Reexamination Certificate

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07491185

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides an exterior counterpulsation (ECP) system that includes a garment for being worn on the exterior of a patient's body. The garment includes electroactive polymer (EAP) actuators connected thereto. In one embodiment, the EAP actuators are woven into the garment. In another embodiment, they are mounted to the garment surface.

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