Systems and methods for stimulating tissue using focused energy
US8892200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/40
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention generally relates to systems and methods for stimulating tissue using focused energy. In certain embodiments, the invention provides a system for stimulating tissue that includes a first energy source, a second energy source, and a focusing element that focuses at least the first or second energy source so that the first and second energy sources target the same region of tissue such that the combined effect stimulates the tissue.
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