Method and apparatus for transcutaneous infusion of carbon dioxide for local relief of pain and other ailments
US6652479B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/0618
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to methods and devices for transcutaneous and transmucosal application of carbon dioxide in the form of a gas and in the form of a capnic solution (such as carbonated water) for the relief of pain, including musculoskeletal disorders, neuralgias, rhinitis and other ailments. Gaseous carbon dioxide is applied to the skin for at least three minutes, and the capnic solution may be held on the skin for at least three minutes, which provides relief of symptoms. The capnic solution may also be sprayed onto mucous membranes such as the nose for relief of symptoms such as allergic rhinitis.
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