Abstract: Delivery devices for delivering a stented prosthesis to a target site are disclosed. Certain disclosed delivery devices include a handle assembly including an actuator, a shaft assembly interconnected to the handle assembly, and are configured to releasably retain the stented prosthesis to the delivery device with at least one elongate tension member. The delivery devices further include a torque shaft that is configured to apply and adjust the amount of tension in the each tension member. For example, the torque shaft can be configured to wind and unwind each elongate tension member around the torque shaft to correspondingly compress and expand the stented prosthesis. The torque shaft can be controlled with an actuator provided in the handle assembly, for example. In some embodiments, the actuator is further configured to axially move the torque shaft.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an annuloplasty apparatus configured to be implanted into the body of a subject, the annuloplasty apparatus comprising: a contractile bridging element; a bar member connected to the contractible bridging element, the bar member being provided with a rotatable connection mechanism; and a tissue anchor configured to secure the bar member to the annulus tissue by the rotatable connection mechanism, and comprising: a head portion; and a helical tissue coupling element, the proximal end of which is fixed to the head portion, wherein the helical tissue coupling element is configured to be driven into the annulus tissue by rotation, wherein the rotatable connection mechanism is at least partially configured to be rotatable relative to the bar member, thereby allowing the helical tissue coupling element to rotate further relative to the bar member when the proximal end of the helical tissue coupling element is in contact with the rotatable connection mechanism.

Abstract: M Disclosed is a valve clamp for preventing leaflet injury, a valve clamping system, and a method for repairing a valve. The valve clamp for preventing leaflet injury comprises a fixed base and a pair of clamp arms that are openably and closeably disposed on opposite sides of the fixed base, wherein each of the clamp arms has a connection end connected to the fixed base, a free end opposite to the connection end, and a gripping section between the connection end and the free end, the gripping section is at least partially recessed inwardly to form a capture zone, and the capture zone extends toward the free end and then extends toward a direction away from the capture zone of the other clamp arm to form a first flanging section.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for aligning annuloplasty rings during surgical procedures and selectively engaging portions of the targeted annuli. Specifically, the disclosure is directed to methods and systems for aligning an annuloplasty ring or a toroidal portion thereof with natural fiducials present at or near an annular target, and engaging the annulus at the points aligned with the natural fiducials.

Abstract: According to an aspect, an inflatable penile prosthesis includes a fluid reservoir configured to hold fluid, an inflatable member, and a pump assembly configured to transfer the fluid between the fluid reservoir and the inflatable member. The pump assembly includes a pump bulb, a valve body, a valve disposed within the valve body, a first fluid port configured to be fluidly coupled to the fluid reservoir, and a second fluid port configured to be fluidly coupled to the inflatable member. The valve is configured to move between an inflation position and a deflation position. The valve includes a first member and second member, the first member being configured to move with respect to the second member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a at least partly implantable system for injecting a substance into a patient's body. The implantable system is provided with at least one infusion needle disposed at least partly within at least one housing with a tip end of the at least one infusion needle arranged for penetrating the at least one housing's outer wall. The at least one housing is adapted for implantation inside a patient's body. Further, there is a at least one drive unit adapted for implantation inside the patient's body, the at least one drive unit being coupled to the at least one infusion needle and arranged for advancing and retracting the tip end of the at least one infusion needle so that the at least one infusion needle penetrates, upon advancement of the tip end thereof, said at least one housing's outer wall.

Abstract: An arthroplasty system may include an arthroplasty prosthesis with a joint-facing side having an articular surface and a bone-facing side having a prosthesis attachment feature, a bone anchoring component, and a component attachment feature configured to translatably couple the bone anchoring component to the prosthesis attachment feature. In a first unlocked configuration, the component attachment feature and the prosthesis attachment feature may be translatably coupled with each other enabling the bone anchoring component to translatably move with respect to the bone-facing side of the arthroplasty prosthesis. In a second locked configuration, at least one of the component attachment feature and the prosthesis attachment feature may expand and secure a relative position of the component attachment feature to the prosthesis attachment feature and prevent the bone anchoring component from translatably moving relative to the bone-facing side of the arthroplasty prosthesis.

Abstract: A prosthesis system for minimally invasive femoral head replacement surgery includes a prosthesis having a first and second ends, a femoral head prosthesis being provided at the first end of the prosthesis, the prosthesis being provided with a nail hole, and the femoral head prosthesis partially protruding from the first end of the channel; an extension rod detachably and fixedly connected with the second end of the prosthesis; a guiding frame having a positioning sleeve and a guiding sleeve, the positioning sleeve being sleeved outside the extension rod and positioning the extension rod, after the extension rod is positioned, a center line of the guiding sleeve and a center line of the nail hole are on the same straight line; and a locking nail fixed to the nail hole of the prosthesis, both ends of the locking nail protruding out of the prosthesis.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a femoral prosthesis device capable of preventing impingement and capable of being used with a constrained liner. In some examples, the device may include an elongated stem including a receiving section and a body section. The receiving section may have a bore. The device may include a calcar section including a through hole. The device may include an interface configured to be disposed on the receiving section between the body section and the proximal body. The device may include one or more fastener components configured to be disposed within the through hole and the bore when the stem and the proximal body are assembled so as to fasten/mate the elongated stem and the proximal body. When the stem and the proximal body are assembled and mated, the proximal body may be configured to radially rotate about the interface with respect to the elongated stem.

Abstract: A radial head assembly is provided that includes a collar, an articular member, an articular head component, and stem that is configured to engage the articular head component. The articular member at least partially defines an articular space within the collar when disposed in the collar.

Abstract: A knee prosthesis system includes a set of femoral components of different sizes. Each femoral component has a pair of condyles defining an intercondylar notch and a posterior cam positioned in the notch. At least one of the condyles has a curved condyle surface with multiple radii of curvature. The system also includes a set of tibial components of different sizes. Each tibial component has a curved bearing surface with multiple radii of curvature and a post. Each size of femoral component is engageable to at least one size of tibial component to articulate by contact between the condyle surface and the bearing surface and/or by contact between the cam and the post. The radii of curvature of the condyle surface increase monotonically across increasing size of the femoral components, and the radii of curvature of the bearing surface increase monotonically across increasing size of the tibial components.

Abstract: A knee joint implant augmentation configured to be arranged between a knee joint implant and a tibia in an implanted state includes a first contact surface which, in the implanted state, is configured to rest at least partially flat on the knee joint implant, a second contact surface lying opposite the first contact surface and configured to rest at least partially flat on the tibia in the implanted state, and a lateral surface, which connects a rim of the first contact surface to a rim of the second contact surface. The lateral surface is configured such that a portion of the lateral surface, which is arranged in a patellar position in the implanted state of the knee joint implant augmentation, is angled at a closed angle greater than 0° with respect to an axis perpendicular to the first contact surface.

Abstract: There is disclosed a bone fixation device that can include a cage having an optional mesh portion. The bone fixation device can be configured to couple a leg portion to a foot portion of a user's body. In at least one embodiment, the device includes at least one cage having a plurality of struts forming cells. There can be an optional mesh portion having a pre-set porosity that can be either constant or variable in density. In at least one embodiment there can be a cage portion which is substantially spherical shaped. Alternatively, the device can be substantially egg shaped. In at least one embodiment there can be a central post hole for receiving a post. In another embodiment at least one plate or shaft can connect to the cage.

Abstract: An orthopaedic implant includes: a porous ingrowth material body including a porous ingrowth material including a polymer and configured to be implanted within the spine of a human or a non-human animal, the material body comprising a top surface and a bottom surface and a through-hole extending through the material body from the top surface to the bottom surface, the material body having at least one pin opening that extends from the top surface toward the bottom surface; and at least one pin placed in the at least one pin opening.

Abstract: A spinal interbody device (IBD) includes a solid wall that at least partially defines a boundary of the IBD and a porous body connected to the solid wall. The porous body includes a plurality of sections that form at least a portion of both a superior and inferior bone interface side of the IBD. Each section of the porous body has a different porosity than an adjacent section such that the porosities increase toward a center of the IBD.

Abstract: An intervertebral implant may include an anterior plate forming a first monolithic structure defining a first end of the implant, and including at least two screw holes each configured to receive a bone screw; and a plurality of coils extending from the anterior plate about a periphery of the implant. The screw holes may be angled such that, when the implant is inserted between two adjacent vertebrae, bone screws are guided into the adjacent vertebrae.

Abstract: An intervertebral implant includes a chassis and endplates movable relative to the chassis. The endplates are each movable between a contracted position, wherein the endplates are nearer to a central axis defined relative to the chassis, and an expanded position, wherein the endplates are farther from the central axis. The chassis includes at least one wedge that, in turn, includes surfaces along which the endplates travel in transition between the contracted and expanded positions. The wedge remains stationary relative to the central axis throughout transitions between the contracted and expanded positions.

Abstract: A device for insertion into a gap between adjacent, spaced apart bony elements includes an adjustable length interconnecting member having a distal and a proximal retention plate secured to opposite ends of the interconnecting member. The distal retention plate has a non-rotated position and a plurality of rotated positions. The non-rotated position aligns the distal retention plate with the gap prior to and during insertion of the distal retention plate into the gap. The distal retention plate is rotated after it has exited the gap on a distal side of the gap to prevent its return into the gap. The proximal retention plate is misaligned with the gap so that it cannot enter into the gap. The rotated distal retention plate cooperates with the proximal retention plate to hold bony elements such as adjacent vertebral bodies in a stable relationship to one another when the interconnecting member is shortened.

Abstract: Devices and methods for fusing a sacroiliac joint of a patient. Exemplary fusion systems include an implant body and one or more screws. An implant body can have a medial side configured to engage a sacrum of a patient, a lateral side configured to engage an ilium of the patient, a distal portion, and a proximal portion having an opening configured to receive a screw. A screw can include a distal portion having a threaded portion configured to engage bone of the patient, and a proximal portion configured engage the opening in the proximal portion of the implant body.

Abstract: An impaction handle for use during a surgical procedure to implant a fixed-bearing tibial tray into a surgically-prepared proximal end of a tibia is disclosed. The impaction handle includes an impact plate defining a proximal end of the impaction handle and an impact head defining a distal end of the impaction handle. The impaction handle also has an elongated shaft extending between the impact plate and the impact head, along with a locking mechanism to lock the handle to the tibial tray. The locking mechanism includes a thumbwheel positioned in the impact head and a locking shaft secured to the thumbwheel.

Abstract: A system for treating a spinal disease by placement of an interbody spacer between vertebrae comprises a horizontally curved interbody spacer and a guiding tool. The interbody spacer includes a pair of contact surfaces for contact with the vertebrae, a convex ventral surface that connects the contact surfaces, and a concave dorsal surface that connects the contact surfaces. The interbody spacer includes an engagement portion, located along the direction in which the interbody spacer is curved, in the ventral surface and/or the dorsal surface. The guiding tool for guiding the interbody spacer to a predetermined position between the vertebrae includes, on a distal end, a guide rail portion to be fitted into one of the engagement portions. The radius of curvature of the guide rail portion in plan view is substantially the same as the radius of curvature of the ventral surface or the dorsal surface of the interbody spacer.

Abstract: A system for guiding a glenoid prosthesis is disclosed. The system includes a glenoid guide that includes: a guide feature; at least three arms having a first end coupled with the guide feature and a second end disposed away from the guide feature; at least three peripheral pegs, each peripheral peg extending from the second end of a corresponding arm and includes an engagement surface configured to engage the scapula of the patient; and a strut extending laterally from the guide feature.

Abstract: A femoral trialling kit and method for assessing acetabular cup orientation during a left hip joint surgical procedure and a right hip joint surgical procedure are described. The kit includes a trial femoral head having an inner wall defining a cavity extending along a head axis and a visual alignment guide on an outer surface of the trial femoral head and a trial femoral neck having a taper at a free end, the taper being receivable within the cavity. One of the taper and the inner wall has a first anti-rotation feature and a second anti-rotation feature, the first anti-rotation feature and the second anti-rotation feature being inclined, and the other of the taper and the inner wall has a third anti-rotation feature.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting a post-amputation residuum comprises a shell defining a hollow interior cavity adapted for receiving and covering a distal portion of the residuum. The shell has an opening into the cavity at the distal end. A proximal portion of a compression sleeve is adapted to be disposed over at least a portion of the residuum. A free distal portion of the sleeve is configured to extend through the opening in the shell. The sleeve everts upon application of a longitudinal force to the distal portion of the sleeve in a proximal direction for folding over and covering the shell. The distal portion of the sleeve extends proximally of the shell to a position at least partially along the proximal portion of the sleeve for compressing the shell inwardly toward the residuum.

Abstract: A sock comprising an outer fabric layer that tapers from a proximal end down to a distal end. The distal end of the sock further comprises a fabric disc which can be mechanically or chemically applied to the outer fabric layer. The distal end of the sock further comprises a channel which allows for the receipt of a prosthetic (not illustrated). Likewise, the fabric disc comprises a complementary disc channel which allows for the receipt of a prosthetic. No glue is present on the interior rim of the channel or the interior disc rim of the disc channel. Preferably the fabric disc is made of polyester but may be made of any material that has a horizontal stretch that is at least 20% less than that of the exterior fabric layer. Further, the fabric disc preferably has an outer diameter between ½ and 2 inches and an inner diameter between ¼ to ½ inches. The fabric disc is attached to the distal end using a heat activated polyurethane adhesive layer but may be applied using fabric glue as well.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally a manufacturing process which results in a completely hydrogel polymer device that maintains lumen patency which allows for numerous applications. One or more physical post-implantation dimensions of the device can be controlled by placing it in a solution that has a predetermined osmolarity and/or pH. In addition, the device can deliver an absorbed therapeutic agent to a target anatomical site. Alternatively, the device can function as a selective membrane to selectively absorb one or more target molecules from a body fluid.

Abstract: The invention provides devices and methods for treating sinus venosus atrial septal defects. In an embodiment, the invention provides a sinus venosus atrial septal defect stent having a tubular body. The stent comprises a first end defining a proximal opening surrounded by a radially expandable skirt, a central conduit extending away from the skirt, and a second end defining a distal opening, distal from the first end and joined with the central conduit. The second end comprises a second diameter that is greater than the central diameter but less than the first diameter. The second end may be configured to anchor to the wall of the superior vena cava above the right atrium.

Abstract: A stent (10) includes a hollow tube (12) including interlaced metal strands (14); and a reinforcement providing radial strength reinforcement at an end (16, 18) of the hollow tube. In some examples, the reinforcement includes a first reinforcement at a first end (16) of the hollow tube (12); and a second reinforcement at a second end (18) of the hollow tube opposite the first end of the hollow tube.

Abstract: The invention relates to stents, in particular to a stent assembly for insertion in a vessel of a human or animal body. The invention also relates to a catheter stent insertion device for inserting a stent assembly according to the invention in a vessel of a human or animal body. The invention also relates to a method for inserting a stent assembly according to the invention in a vessel of a human or animal body using a catheter stent insertion device according to the invention.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described including implanting an aortic pressure-loss-reduction device in a subject's ascending aorta. A frame of the device includes a first set of sinusoidal struts disposed between a downstream end of an upstream anchor and an upstream end of the intermediate portion, the sinusoidal struts being shaped to form a folded portion between the downstream end of the upstream anchor and the upstream end of the intermediate portion. The frame includes a second set of sinusoidal struts disposed between an upstream end of a downstream anchor and a downstream end of the intermediate portion, the sinusoidal struts being shaped to form a folded portion between the upstream end of the downstream anchor and the downstream end of the intermediate portion. Other applications are also described.

Abstract: A delivery sheath is provided that that can be used to deliver a therapeutic device to the heart without dislodging the device when the delivery sheath is removed. The delivery sheath comprises a tubular body having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen. The therapeutic device is delivered through the lumen. A slit is provided along the length of the tubular body creating two opposing edges along the length of the tubular body. A guide wire engages along an entire length of the slit and closing the two opposing edges to form the lumen. The slit is opened from the distal end of the tubular body toward the proximal end of the tubular body by pulling on the guide wire at the proximal end, whereby the lumen expands and separates from the therapeutic device facilitating the extraction of the delivery sheath without disruption to the implanted device.

Abstract: An implantable medical device having at least one compliant retention member configured not only to resist migration of the device with respect to its deployment site, but also to conform to anatomical forces applied thereto. The retention member may present a convex tissue-contacting surface to tissue at the deployment site and to which anatomical forces may be applied. The retention member may be compressible upon application of radially-inwardly directed anatomical forces thereto, but is sized, shaped, configured, and/or dimensioned to withstand forces tending to cause migration of the implantable medical device even when being compressed radially-inwardly. As such, the implantable medical device withstands forces applied thereto without building up internal stresses which may result in material fatigue.

Abstract: An orthotic ankle support system having a compression sleeve having an interior space to receive an ankle. Further included is a double strap having a midline; a first strap having alternated inelastic segments and elastic segments, a first inelastic segment extending from the midline towards a last inelastic segment at a free end; a second strap extending from the midline opposite the first strap, the second strap having alternated inelastic segments and elastic segments, a first inelastic segment extending from the midline towards a last inelastic segment at a free end. The midline is positioned on a posterior side of the compression sleeve having the first strap and the second strap wrapped in opposite directions around the compression sleeve and adjusted to vary tension to hold and grip the ankle.

Abstract: Springs can provide energy return and have a conductivity that changes in relation to an amount of strain or deformation of the spring. An upper-extremity prosthetic device includes a first coil spring coupled to a first member and a first cantilever spring extending from the first member to a surface adapted to engage with an object. The first coil spring is arranged to absorb energy and to provide energy return in response to movement of the first member. The first coil spring includes a first conductive surface and a second conductive surface separate from the first conductive surface by non-conductive surfaces. The first cantilever spring includes a conductive trace with a plurality of conductive segments arranged on the conductive trace.

Abstract: An orthopedic walker is disclosed that improves comfort and shock absorption during use by incorporating a flexure zone that deflects to ease the forces caused by the heel strike portion of a patient's gait. The flexure zone is created by cutting around the heel on the bottom of the sole to allow for the heel portion to flex. The exterior shell of the walker is may be made of a formable resilient material that when combined with an attached tongue structure reduces a volume of encapsulation of the lower limb. The shell encloses a padding on the inner side that may take the form of air/bladders and/or foam, and tabs on each side selectively engage receiving tabs on the inside lateral and medial side of the base upright portions. A separate tongue structure is used to enclose the foot and is made adjustable using various methods such as slits and novel connectors.

Abstract: The present application provides a footwear for postoperative protection and rehabilitation. The protective footwear specifically structurally includes: a footwear body; an air bag system, provided at a position of the footwear body corresponding to a human metatarsal region; and a fixing frame, provided at the position of the footwear body corresponding to the human metatarsal region, wrapping a compressed air bag, and comprising a flat plate and two arc-shaped plates extending upward and inward from two sides of the flat plate; where, when a human foot is squeezed by gravity, air in a bottom air reservoir is squeezed into side-flap air reservoirs, such that the side-flap air reservoirs are inflated; and restricted by the fixing frame, the side-flap air reservoirs generate an inward pressure to the metatarsal region to reduce a tensile stress generated between metatarsals when the human foot moves.

Abstract: A pressure offloading device is configured to at least partially wrap around an appendage of a patient. An example pressure offloading device includes an inner layer made of a first foam having a first density and a first indentation force deflection (IFD) rating. The pressure offloading device also includes an outer layer made of a second foam having a second density and a second IFD rating. The inner layer and the outer layer have a U-shape. Additionally, the second IFD rating is greater than the first IFD rating.

Abstract: A urinary catheter product comprises a urinary catheter connect to a bag, a connector for connecting the urinary catheter to a bag, and a bag having a port for connection to a urinary catheter.

Abstract: A valve (10) for draining fluid from a urostomy pouch (5), where the valve comprises a first valve portion (20) comprising a head portion (24), a stem (6), an inlet (15), a first bore (22), at least one outlet opening (23) and a distal end closure (25), and a second valve portion (30) comprising a sleeve (7), a second bore (32) and a valve outlet (33), the first bore (22) and the second bore (32) form a channel to transport fluid from the inlet (15) to the valve outlet (33), the sleeve (7) encircles the stem (6) and is adapted to close the channel to prevent drainage of fluid, the distal end closure (25) of the first valve portion (20) is adapted to close off the valve outlet (33) of the second valve portion (30), wherein the valve comprises one or more arms (36), the one or more arms extending between a distal end (41) and a proximal end (42), the one or more arms (36) having the distal end (41) connected to the sleeve (7) and the proximal end (42) coupled to the head portion (24), wherein the one or more ar

Abstract: A connector product comprises a conduit connected to a device, a connector for connecting the conduit to a device, and a device having a port for connection to a conduit.

Abstract: A connector (100) for an ostomy collection device (10), the ostomy collection device (10) having a housing (12) defining a collection volume for receiving and storing waste and a port (30) having an opening (32) which provides a fluid flow path to the collection volume, the connector (100) including: an engagement mechanism for engaging the port (30) of the ostomy collection device (10) including an engaging member (102), and an actuator (104) for moving the engaging member (102), wherein the engagement mechanism has a first state, in which the engaging member (102) is positioned to engage the port (30), and a second state, in which the engaging member (102) is positioned to disengage the port (30), wherein movement of the actuator (104) is generally transverse to the movement of the engaging member (102).

Abstract: An ostomy pouch includes a front wall, a rear wall and an inlet for receiving human waste. The pouch has a comfort layer provided at least on the front wall. The comfort layer on the front wall has a colour with a value in the range L*=50.0 to 70.0, a*=+1.8 to +10.0 and b*=?0.9 to ?9.0 or +0.9 to +12.0 measured in the CIE L*a*b* colour code system.

Abstract: An adjustable oral appliance for treating sleep apnea in a user. The oral appliance includes a first appliance frame and a second appliance frame. The first appliance frame includes a first tooth tray formed integrally with the first appliance frame to engage with user's upper teeth when worn, and the second appliance frame includes a second tooth tray formed integrally with the second appliance frame to engage with the user's lower teeth when worn. The first and second appliance frames include interlocking connectors to adjust the relative position of the second frame with respect to the first frame to set the user's upper and lower jaws in proper position, to move and raise the user's tongue, and to open the user's airway to avoid sleep apnea.

Abstract: A kit comprising at least one male condom having a condom base, a tubular sheath, and a reservoir tip, at least two wearable, silicone rings, each ring having an internal diameter that is different than the internal diameter of the other ring, and a single package comprising a first internal compartment and a second internal compartment, wherein the at least one male condom is contained in the first compartment, and the at least two wearable rings are contained in the second compartment.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices for removing an intrauterine device (IUD). The devices are configured and operable to optimize self-removal of an IUD by a patient or removal in a non-clinical setting.

Abstract: A heated liquid system may comprise a catheter including a liquid delivery channel for delivery of a treatment liquid from a distal end portion of the catheter. The catheter may also include a circulation supply channel extending along the liquid delivery channel. The circulation supply channel may be configured to convey a heated liquid from a heated liquid source toward the distal end portion of the catheter. The catheter may also include a circulation return channel extending along the liquid delivery channel. The circulation return channel may be configured to convey the heated liquid from the distal end portion toward a proximal end portion of the catheter. The heated liquid may be used to maintain a temperature of the treatment liquid.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for providing targeted temperature management (TTM) therapy to a patient. For example, TTM systems can include rotatable connector systems for coupling a fluid deliver line to a thermal contact pad. Embodiments of the connector system can include connector pairs that comprise one lumen or multiple lumens. The TTM system includes embodiments where a second thermal pad is coupled to a first thermal pad.

Abstract: Apparatus is provided for garments to relieve period pain. The apparatus presented comprises a garment, one or more sets of heating elements or fabric with heating fibers, a power source, and a controller. A user may use the apparatus to relieve period pain. The apparatus permits a user to provide long-lasting and durable relief of period pain, while attending to typical daily routines, without the need for medication, bulky heating devices, or inconvenience. The present invention solves problems with the currently available means and apparatuses of relieving pain from periods.

Abstract: A method in which a nerve associated with a spasticity in a limb of a patient may be identified. The cryogenic cooling needle may be inserted through a skin surface. The cryogenic cooling needle may be positioned to a target tissue such that the distal end of the cryogenic cooling needle is proximate to the nerve by bending the needle, wherein the needle has varying stiffness at a proximal portion and a distal portion. A treatment cycle may be delivered to a target tissue proximate to the nerve, the treatment cycle may comprise a cooling phase wherein cooling fluid flows into the lumen so that liquid from the cooling fluid flow vaporizes within the lumen to provide cooling to the nerve so as to treat spasticity.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing a fluid dispenser. In a finished state, the fluid dispenser has a fluid store and a delivery opening through which fluid is discharged to the environment in a delivery direction. The fluid dispenser has a housing component through which the delivery opening is made and which has a delivery structure forming the delivery opening and/or adjoining the delivery opening, for influencing a delivery characteristic. This housing component having the delivery opening is manufactured firstly by manufacturing a base body by plastic injection moulding in a casting mold and then, in a region of a provisional delivery structure of the base body, a mechanical force is applied to deform the provisional delivery structure and hence create a definitive delivery structure.