Pacira BioSciences has been granted a patent for a method to treat spasticity in a patient’s limb. The method involves inserting a cryogenic cooling needle near a motor nerve associated with spasticity and delivering a treatment cycle to provide cooling and treat the condition. GlobalData’s report on Pacira BioSciences gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for treating spasticity in a patient's limb using cryogenic cooling
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11865038B2) discloses a method for treating spasticity in a patient's limb using a cryogenic cooling needle. The method involves inserting the needle through the skin surface to target tissue near a motor nerve associated with the spasticity. By delivering a treatment cycle with a cooling phase, the liquid from the cooling fluid vaporizes within the needle to provide cooling to the nerve, effectively treating the spasticity. The needle's varying stiffness, flexibility, and bending strength at different portions allow for precise positioning and treatment of the nerve.
Furthermore, the method includes features such as a controlled treatment cycle by a processor, error flag response, temperature measurement with a sensor, and modulation of cooling fluid flow rate. The positioning of the needle near the nerve can be verified using anatomical sites, electrical nerve stimulation, or ultrasound. The cooling phase generates a cryozone of specific volume and duration, ensuring effective treatment. Additionally, the method involves thawing the tissue post-treatment to safely remove the needle without disrupting the target tissue. These innovative features make the method a promising approach for treating spasticity in patients, particularly in upper limbs, with a focus on precision, safety, and efficacy.
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