Electrical current induced inhibition of bone growth
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Aug 11, 2009
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Sep 21, 2006
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May 24, 2006
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Nov 20, 2002
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A method and device the may be employed for inhibiting bone growth, including inducing epiphysiodesis or hemiepiphysiodesis, by applying electrical current to a desired region. The device includes a power source and one or a series of electrodes for applying a current sufficient to reduce or stop the growth of a bone to selected regions of the bone. The method and device may be used to correct growth discrepancies in extremities such as the arms or legs, as well as correct the curvature of the spine in scoliosis patients.
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