Control device for delivering electrical therapy

- Vertis Neuroscience, Inc.
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Description

FIG. 1 is a top, right, front isometric view of an embodiment of a control device for delivering electrical thereapy showing our new design.

FIG. 2 is a top plan view thereof.

FIG. 3 is a bottom plan view thereof.

FIG. 4 is a right-side elevational view thereof.

FIG. 5 is a left-side elevational view thereof.

FIG. 6 is a front elevational view thereof; and,

FIG. 7 is a rear elevational view thereof.

Claims

The ornamental design for a control device for delivering electrical therapy, as shown and described.

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Patent History
Patent number: D475463
Type: Grant
Filed: Sep 28, 2001
Date of Patent: Jun 3, 2003
Assignee: Vertis Neuroscience, Inc. (Seattle, WA)
Inventors: Kent Leyde (Sammamish, WA), Jon M. Bishay (Woodinville, WA), John F. Harris (Bellevue, WA)
Primary Examiner: Stella Reid
Attorney, Agent or Law Firm: Perkins Coie LLP
Application Number: 29/148,935
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Kinesitherapy (e.g., Massage, Thermal Treatment Or Electrical Stimulation, Etc.) (58) (D24/200)
International Classification: 2401;