Surgery – Instruments – External pressure applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-09
2009-12-29
Philogene, Pedro (Department: 3733)
Surgery
Instruments
External pressure applicator
C600S437000, C600S443000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07637923
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus are disclosed for treating bone fractures by the application of intermittent compression. In certain embodiments an energy source is applied to the limb to facilitate intermittent compression treatment. In certain embodiments, intermittent compression is applied to a limb for pre-determined periods.
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Berish Daniel A.
Fink Christian
Johnson, Jr. Glen W.
McVicker Henry J.
Seaber Anthony V.
DJO, LLC
Philogene Pedro
Ropes & Gray LLP
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