Apparatus for transcutaneously treating tissue
US9636175B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for transcutaneously treating tissue beneath a skin surface using radiofrequency energy. The apparatus includes an electrode assembly supported by a handpiece. The electrode assembly includes an electrode configured to transfer the radiofrequency energy through the skin surface to the tissue. A force sensor, which is located in the handpiece, is configured to detect an amount of force applied by the electrode against the skin surface.
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