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Portable device for the enhancement of circulation

  • US 8,100,842 B2
  • Filed: 09/26/2005
  • Issued: 01/24/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/26/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A portable device for modulating blood or lymph fluids or enhancing circulation in a body by generating intermittent squeezing forces on a limb, the device comprising:

  • a first actuating member having a proximal face and a distal face;

    said first actuating member provides controlled periodical change in volume of said actuating member such that the distal face of the actuating member moves relative to the limb; and

    a second actuating member having a rolling motivation connected to at least one adjustable strap or flap connectable to lateral ends of a rigid member for encircling the limb and for providing periodical movement such that the strap or flap is intermittently pulled in and out of said second actuating member;

    thereby applying intermittent squeezing forces on the limb and modulating blood or lymph flow within said limb.

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