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Apparatus and methods for balancing a joint

US9307929B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 2011
Grant dateApr 12, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2002/4688
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus includes a first portion configured to be coupled to a first bony structure and a second portion configured to be coupled between the first portion and a second bony structure. The second bony structure is disposed opposite the first bony structure. The apparatus further includes a transducer coupled between the first portion and the second portion.

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