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Method for soft tissue treatment

US7857775B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 2005
Grant dateDec 28, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2007/0008
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and system for non-invasive treatment of a soft tissue, such as adipose tissue, muscle tissue or connective tissue. The apparatus comprises an applicator configured to apply a pressure pulse to the skin surface having a negative pressure phase with respect to ambient pressure. The method comprises applying at least one pressure pulse to the skin surface overlying the soft tissue, where the pressure pulse has at least one negative pressure phase.

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