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Methods for treating jaw pain

US7827986B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 21, 2006
Grant dateNov 9, 2010
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Expiry dateOct 29, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2205/8225
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Apparatus, methods, and kits for treating symptoms associated with common ailments, such as headaches, rhinitis, asthma, epilepsy, nervous disorders and the like, are provided. The apparatus comprises dispensers for carbon dioxide and other therapeutic gases. The methods comprise delivering small volumes of these gases to patients in a manner where the gas infuses into a body region in order to bathe the mucous membranes therein. It has been found that even very short exposure of patients to small volumes and high concentrations of such gases can provide significant relief from symptoms.

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