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US 10,441,677 B2Granted
Methods and compositions for treating tendon degeneration
AssigneeAnika Therapeutics, Inc.
InventorsColin D. White, Edward S. Ahn, Sekoni Daouda Noel
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Abstract
Injectable compositions and methods for treating an injured tendon in an animal or human are disclosed herein. The injectable compositions include an effective amount of a carbohydrate to increase osteotendinous hydration and lubrication.
Claims24
A method for stabilizing, ameliorating, or remedying an injured tendon in an animal or a human in need thereof, the method comprising administering an injectable composition comprising a carbohydrate to the animal or the human, wherein
- said composition comprises an effective amount of carbohydrate to increase tendon hydration and lubrication at the osteotendinous junction;
- said composition is administered via intra-osteotendinous injection at zone one, zone two, zone three, or zone four of the osteotendinous junction;
- and
- wherein said carbohydrate comprises hyaluronic acid, or an ester, acylurea, acyl isourea, disulfide, or amide thereof.
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