Bone and tissue healing device including a special electrode assembly and method
US4461300A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 18, 1982 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/205
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A portable device used for expediting the healing of bone or soft tissue fractures or defects in a patient is disclosed herein and utilizes at least one cathode electrode, an anode electrode and a circuit arrangement for applying a regulated flow of current between the electrodes and through the fracture or defect site. A specifically designed electrode assembly including the cathode electrode is also disclosed herein along with a particular technique for placing the cathode electrode in position at the fracture or defect site.
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