Methods, systems, and devices for treating neuromas, fibromas, nerve entrapment, and/or pain associated therewith
US10085881B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.
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