Prevention of decubital ulcers using implanted magnet

Details Prevention of decubital ulcers using implanted magnet Prevention of decubital ulcers using implanted magnet

2005-05-24

2005-05-24

Gilbert, Samuel G. (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Miscellaneous

Devices placed entirely within body and means used therewith

Reexamination Certificate

active

06895973

ABSTRACT:
A permanent magnet housed in a porous metal container is implanted in the pelvis of a subject and a second permanent magnet is attached to a supporting structure, such as the seat of a wheelchair. The opposing force produced by the two magnets when the subject rests on the supporting structure reduces the compressive force acting on the tissues therebetween.

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