Gonzalo A Medel

US Patent:

44026862, Sep 6, 1983

Filed:

Jul 9, 1981

Appl. No.:

6/281679

Inventors:

Gonzalo A. Medel - Round Rock TX

International Classification:

A61M 3500

US Classification:

604311

Abstract:

This instrument is for relieving a pinched muscle on the spine of a patient, and it consists primarily of a glass bell member for placement on the injured area adjacent to the spine. It further includes a sleeve secured to the bell, which receives a threaded rod and a rubber ball, which serve as piston and rod means, for creating a suction, to relieve pain in the injured area. The rod further includes nuts and a removable clamp, for adjustment of the instrument.