Patents Assigned to Myoscience, Inc.
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Patent number: 10314739Abstract: A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2016Date of Patent: June 11, 2019Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: John Allison, Richard Radnovich, Jason Reynolds
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Publication number: 20190151006Abstract: A cryogenic needle of a cryogenic system is coupled to a heater. While the needle is inserted into target tissue beneath skin, the heater provides heat to protect the skin. Power supplied to the heater is used to interpolate performance of the needle and/or operating parameters of the cryogenic system.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2019Publication date: May 23, 2019Applicant: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Ronald Williams, John Allison, Jesse Rosen
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Patent number: 10213244Abstract: A cryogenic needle of a cryogenic system is coupled to a heater. While the needle is inserted into target tissue beneath skin, the heater provides heat to protect the skin. Power supplied to the heater is used to interpolate performance of the needle and/or operating parameters of the cryogenic system.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2016Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Assignee: Myoscience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Ronald Williams, John Allison, Jesse Rosen
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Publication number: 20190038459Abstract: A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2018Publication date: February 7, 2019Applicant: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Jwala Karnik, John Allison, Clint Carnell
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Patent number: 10188444Abstract: A cryogenic needle probe having a proximal and distal region. A cooling supply tube provides pressurized cooling fluid within the needle. The proximal region is more conductive that the distal region. The proximal region is conductively coupled to a heat source.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2015Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Ronald Williams, John Allison
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Patent number: 10130409Abstract: A method for cryogenically treating tissue. A connection is detected between a probe having a disposable secure processor (DSP) to a handpiece having a master control unit (MCU) and a handpiece secure processor (HSP), the probe having at least one cryogenic treatment applicator. The probe is fluidly coupled to a closed coolant supply system within the handpiece via the connection. An authentication process is initiated between the DSP and the HSP using the MCU. As a result of the authentication process, one of at least two predetermined results is determined, the at least two predetermined results being that the probe is authorized and non-authorized.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2014Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: Myoscience, Inc.Inventors: Corydon A. Hinton, Kyler Mikhail Connelly, Bijy Zachariah, Jesse Rosen
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Patent number: 10085881Abstract: A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2014Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: Myoscience, Inc.Inventors: Jwala Karnik, John Allison, Clint Carnell
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Patent number: 10085789Abstract: A system for alleviating occipital neuralgia. The system has a needle probe having at least one needle. The at least one needle has a proximal end, a distal end, and a needle lumen therebetween, the needle configured for insertion proximate to a location of the occipital nerve. A cooling fluid supply lumen extends distally within the needle lumen to a distal portion of the needle lumen. A cooling fluid source is coupled to the cooling fluid supply lumen to direct cooling fluid flow into the needle lumen. A controller that has at least one processor configured implements an occipital neuralgia treatment algorithm for controlling the cooling fluid source so that liquid from the cooling flow vaporizes within the needle lumen to provide a treatment phase to location of the occipital nerve such that the occipital neuralgia is mitigated.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2017Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: Myoscience, Inc.Inventors: Clint Carnell, John Allison, Jwala Karnik, Jesse Rosen
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Patent number: 10016229Abstract: A system for alleviating occipital neuralgia. The system has a needle probe having at least one needle. The at least one needle has a proximal end, a distal end, and a needle lumen therebetween, the needle configured for insertion proximate to a location of the occipital nerve. A cooling fluid supply lumen extends distally within the needle lumen to a distal portion of the needle lumen. A cooling fluid source is coupled to the cooling fluid supply lumen to direct cooling fluid flow into the needle lumen. A controller that has at least one processor configured implements an occipital neuralgia treatment algorithm for controlling the cooling fluid source so that liquid from the cooling flow vaporizes within the needle lumen to provide a treatment phase to location of the occipital nerve such that the occipital neuralgia is mitigated.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2014Date of Patent: July 10, 2018Assignee: Myoscience, Inc.Inventors: Clint Carnell, John Allison, Jwala Karnik, Jesse Rosen
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Patent number: 9907693Abstract: Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2015Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Keith Burger, Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams
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Patent number: 9668800Abstract: A system for alleviating spasticity of a skeletal muscle having an associated motor nerve. The system may include a needle probe having at least one needle. The at least one needle has a proximal end, a distal end, and a needle lumen therebetween. The needle is configured for insertion proximate to the nerve. A cooling fluid supply lumen can extend distally within the needle lumen to a distal portion of the needle lumen. A cooling fluid source is couplable to the cooling fluid supply lumen to direct cooling fluid flow into the needle lumen. A controller having at least one processor configured to implement a spasticity treatment algorithm for controlling the cooling fluid source so that liquid from the cooling flow vaporizes within the needle lumen to provide a treatment phase to the motor nerve such spasticity of the skeletal muscle is mitigated.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2014Date of Patent: June 6, 2017Assignee: MYOSCIENCE, INC.Inventors: Jwala Karnik, Clint Carnell, Jesse Rosen, John Allison
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Patent number: 9610112Abstract: A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2014Date of Patent: April 4, 2017Assignee: MYOSCIENCE, INC.Inventors: Jwala Karnik, Jason Reynolds, John Allison, Clint Carnell
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Patent number: 9345526Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods treat cosmetic defects, and often apply cooling with at least one tissue-penetrating probe inserted through of the skin of a patient. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissue so as to effect a desired change in a composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior. Exemplary embodiments of the cooling treatments will interfere with the nerve/muscle contractile function chain so as to mitigate wrinkles of the skin. Related treatments may be used therapeutically for treatment of back and other muscle spasms, chronic pain, and the like. Some embodiments may remodel subcutaneous adipose tissue so as to alter a shape or appearance of the skin surface.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2011Date of Patent: May 24, 2016Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams
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Patent number: 9314290Abstract: A cryogenic needle of a cryogenic system is coupled to a heater. While the needle is inserted into target tissue beneath skin, the heater provides heat to protect the skin. Power supplied to the heater is used to interpolate performance of the needle and/or operating parameters of the cryogenic system.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2013Date of Patent: April 19, 2016Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Ronald Williams, John Allison, Jesse Rosen
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Patent number: 9295512Abstract: A method in which a location is determined on the skin that is proximate to a sensory nerve that is associated with a painful condition. At least one needle of a cryogenic device is inserted into the location on the skin such that the needle is proximate to the sensory nerve. The device is activated such that the at least one needle creates a cooling zone about the sensory nerve, thereby eliminating or reducing severity of the painful condition.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: John Allison, Richard Radnovich, Jason Reynolds
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Patent number: 9254162Abstract: Medical devices, systems, and methods optionally treat dermatological and/or cosmetic defects, and/or a wide range of additional target tissues. Embodiments apply cooling with at least one small, tissue-penetrating probe, the probe often comprising a needle having a size suitable for inserting through an exposed surface of the skin of a patient without leaving a visible scar. Treatment may be applied along most or all of the insertable length of an elongate needle, optionally by introducing cryogenic cooling fluid into the needle lumen through a small, tightly-toleranced lumen of a fused silica fluid supply tube, with the supply tube lumen often metering the cooling fluid. Treatment temperature and/or time control may be enhanced using a simple pressure relief valve coupled to the needle lumen via a limited total exhaust volume space.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2006Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Keith Burger, Ronald Williams, Lisa Elkins
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Patent number: 9241753Abstract: A cryogenic needle probe having a proximal and distal region. A cooling supply tube provides pressurized cooling fluid within the needle. The proximal region is more conductive that the distal region. The proximal region is conductively coupled to a heat source.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2013Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Ronald Williams, John Allison
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Patent number: 9155584Abstract: A cryogenic device having a filter device fluidly connected between a valve and a cooling fluid cartridge. The filter device filters solid and fluid impurities received from the cartridge. The filter device also captures fluid impurities from the cryogenic device when not in use.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2013Date of Patent: October 13, 2015Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fourkas, Eric Ryba, Jesse Rosen, Punit Govenji
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Patent number: 9113855Abstract: The present invention generally provides improved medical devices, systems, and methods. Some embodiments of the present invention apply cooling with at least one small, tissue-penetrating probe, the probe often comprising a needle having a size suitable for inserting through an exposed surface of the skin of a patient without leaving a visible scar. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissue so as to effect a desired change in a composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior. Exemplary embodiments make use of replaceable needle probes supported by a probe body handle, with small needle probes often being replaced during treatment of a single patient. Careful control over the control of cryogenic cooling fluid into a needle probe can allow the length of the active cooling to be controlled through depletion of liquid from an evaporating cryogenic cooling flow.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2013Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Keith Burger, Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams
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Patent number: 9101346Abstract: Medical devices, systems, and methods for pain management and other applications may apply cooling with at least one probe inserted through an exposed skin surface of skin. The cooling may remodel one or more target tissues so as to effect a desired change in composition of the target tissue and/or a change in its behavior, often to interfere with transmission of pain signals along sensory nerves. Alternative embodiments may interfere with the function of motor nerves, the function of contractile muscles, and/or some other tissue included in the contractile function chain so as to inhibit muscle contraction and thereby alleviate associated pain. In some embodiments, other sources of pain such as components of the spine (optionally including herniated disks) may be treated.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2013Date of Patent: August 11, 2015Assignee: MyoScience, Inc.Inventors: Keith Burger, Lisa Elkins, Ronald Williams