Nasal stimulation for rhinitis, nasal congestion, and ocular allergies
US10252048B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described here are devices, systems, and methods for treating one or more conditions, such as allergic rhinitis, non-allergic rhinitis, nasal congestion, ocular allergy, and/or symptoms associated with these conditions, by providing stimulation to nasal or sinus tissue. In some variations, the handheld devices may have a stimulator body and a stimulator probe having one or more nasal insertion prongs, and the nasal insertion prongs may be configured to deliver an electrical stimulus to the tissue.
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