Patent: 7,108,663

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Summary for Patent: 7,108,663

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Title:	Method and apparatus for cartilage growth stimulation
Abstract:	The invention relates to apparatus and method for ultrasonically stimulating cartilage growth. The apparatus includes at least one ergonomically constructed ultrasonic transducer configured to cooperate with a placement module or strip for placement in proximity to an area where cartilage growth is desired. The apparatus also utilizes a portable, ergonomically constructed main operating unit constructed to fit within a pouch worn by the patient. In operation, at least one ultrasonic transducer positioned in proximity to an osteochondral site is excited for a predetermined period of time. To ensure that at least one ultrasonic transducer is properly positioned, and to insure compliance with a treatment protocol, a safety interlock is provided to prevent inadvertent excitation of the at least one ultrasonic transducer.
Inventor(s):	Talish; Roger J. (Hillsborough, NJ), Ryaby; John P. (Essex Falls, NJ), Rose; Emery (Astoria, NY), Winder; Alan A. (Westport, CT), Urgovitch, Sr.; Kenneth (Clifton, NJ)
Assignee:	Exogen, Inc. (Piscataway, NJ)
Application Number:	10/026,290
Patent Claims:	see list of patent claims

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