Method of normalizing implant strain readings to assess bone healing
US12150773B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 24, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4666
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for treating bone in a living body includes (a) comprises an implant configured for attachment to a bone; (b) a first sensor measuring a strain on a first portion of the implant, the first portion of the implant being configured to be mechanically coupled to a weakened portion of a bone when the implant is coupled to the bone in a target position in combination; and (c) a second sensor measuring strain in a non-weakened portion of the bone.
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