Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Light application
Reexamination Certificate
2005-09-14
2009-02-10
Farah, Ahmed M (Department: 3769)
Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application
Light, thermal, and electrical application
Light application
C607S089000, C128S898000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07488341
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus to stimulate the vestibular system of an individual. The apparatus comprises an optical stimulator configured to optically stimulate a nerve area affecting a person's balance, and a control module coupled to the optical stimulator, the control module being configured to control the optical stimulator.
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Farah Ahmed M
Fish & Richardson P.C.
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary
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