Massager and method of using same
US7041072B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 8, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2207/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to a method of operating a percussive massage device for smoothing the skin and fat irregularities associated with any liposuction procedure including suction assisted lipectomy, ultrasonic assisted lipectomy, and direct lipectomy; improving the contour irregularities assisted with any liposuction procedure; preconditioning the skin and fat prior to any liposuction procedure to minimize blood vessel damage; removing scar tissue from patients who have recently undergone any liposuction procedure, and treating skin irregularities due to “cellulite”.
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