Patent ID: 6013094
Filing Date: 2000-01-11
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
A device for treating scar tissue, comprising:(a) at least one masking element, to be brought into contact with the scar tissue;(b) a supporting part, which holds said masking element onto the scar tissue; and(c) pressure-regulating means that is operated using a pressure medium, located between said supporting part and said masking element, which regulates the force with which said masking element is pressed onto the tissue, wherein said pressure-regulating means and said masking element are integrated, forming an inflatable member, with the masking element forming the side of the device facing the scar tissue, wherein said pressure-regulating means comprise adjustable pump means which are connected to said inflatable member, and further wherein a plurality of inflatable members are connected to said supporting part; and there is also included switching means, located between said pump means and said inflatable members, for alternately connecting said pump means to each of said inflatable members.