University of Minnesota

Izex Technologies, Inc.

Duane Pm Oyen

John G Stark

Hongbin Ma

Rongsheng Roger Ruan

Paul L Chen

Shaobo Deng

Thomas Bybee

Arthur M Lohmann

Joel L Boyd

Xiangyang Lin

Robert J Bowman

A method and apparatus are provided for at least partially disinfecting biological fluid of a mammal, which comprises pathogens in addition to normal cellular fractions. The method includes placing the biological fluid in a reaction volume and contacting a non-thermal plasma with the biological fluid to thereby kill at least a portion of the pathogens within the biological fluid.

Non-thermal disinfection of biological fluids using non-thermal plasma

Orthoses with microprocessor control placed around the joint of a patient are used to perform and to monitor isometric, range-of-motion, proprioception and isotonic exercises of the joint. A variety of improved hardware elements result in an orthosis that is easier to use and interacts more efficiently with the controller to allow the monitoring of a greater range of motions while holding down cost and provide suitable accurate evaluation of the exercises. Efficient ways of programming the exercises, monitoring the exercises and evaluating the exercise provide a comprehensive program for the rehabilitation of an injured or weakened joint.

Orthoses for joint rehabilitation

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Maple Grove, MN, United States of America

Duane Pm Oyen