Apparatus and method for therapeutically treating damaged tissues, bone fractures, osteopenia or osteoporosis
US7207955B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H23/0218
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for therapeutically treating at least a portion of a body. Apparatus and methods according to various embodiments of the disclosure include a platform for supporting at least a portion of a body. The platform includes at least one plate, a drive lever supported from the plate, and a damping member including a cantilever spring in contact with the drive lever. The platform is actuated at a first frequency. Next, the damping member is oscillated to create a force with a second frequency. Then, the force is distributed to at least a portion of the platform.
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