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Methods and systems for treating plantar fascia

  • US 20120143056A1
  • Filed: 08/02/2011
  • Published: 06/07/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/02/2010
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of treating plantar fascia, the method comprising:

  • identifying a damage location comprising a planter fascia and surrounding tissue;

    directing a conformal distribution of ultrasound energy to the damage location;

    creating a conformal region of elevated temperature in the damage location;

    stimulating at least one biological effect in at least one of the plantar fascia and the surrounding tissue; and

    reducing inflammation in the surrounding tissue.

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