Patent ID: 8920452
Filing Date: 2014-12-30
Classification: A61B,A61H,A61N

Abstract:
1. A method for releasing tissue to reduce the appearance of cellulite, comprising: positioning a handpiece comprising a recessed chamber over a first region of target tissue comprising dermis, epidermis and subcutaneous tissue, wherein the recessed chamber comprises a top surface comprising an inner surface, wherein the handpiece further comprises a port configured to allow elevation of target tissue into the recessed chamber; attaching a platform comprising a guidance track to the handpiece, the guidance track of the platform configured to limit manipulation of a tissue dissection device; capturing target tissue in the recessed chamber until the captured tissue contacts the inner surface of the top; engaging a tissue dissection device comprising a cutting element with the handpiece; advancing the tissue dissection device relative to the handpiece to insert the cutting element through the dermis of the captured target tissue and into the subcutaneous tissue; manipulating the tissue dissection device to sever fibrous structures in the subcutaneous tissue, thereby releasing tissue and reducing the appearance of cellulite.