Apparatuses and systems for generating high-frequency shockwaves, and methods of use
AssigneeBoard of Regents, The University of Texas System
InventorChristopher C. Capelli
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Abstract
Apparatuses and methods for generating therapeutic shock waves. Some embodiments comprise: an acoustic-wave generator configured to emit acoustic waves having at least one frequency between 1 MHz and 1000 MHz; a shockwave housing coupled to the acoustic-wave generator; and a shockwave medium disposed in the shockwave housing; where the apparatus is configured such that if the acoustic-wave generator emits acoustic waves then at least some portion of the acoustic waves will travel through the shockwave medium and form one or more shock waves.
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An apparatus for generating therapeutic shock waves, comprising:
- an acoustic-wave generator configured to emit acoustic waves having at least one frequency between 1 MHz and 1000 MHz;
- a shockwave housing coupled to the acoustic-wave generator;
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- a shockwave medium disposed in the shockwave housing;
- where the apparatus is configured such that if the acoustic-wave generator emits acoustic waves then at least some portion of the acoustic waves will travel through the shockwave medium and form one or more shock waves.
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