MUMBAI, India, April 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641021582 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Feb. 24, for 'targeted myofascial compression shear band for the fliotibial region.'
Inventor(s) include Rithika Shree J; Kotteeswaran K; and Dr. Deepak Nallaswamy Veeraiyan.
The application for the patent was published on April 17, under issue no. 16/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses an Targeted myofascial compression-shear band specifically designed for targeted application to the iliotibial region of the lateral thigh. The device delivers controlled circumferential compression combined with directional shear forces to the iliotibial band and adjacent myofascial tissues to enhance fascial glide, reduce tissue stiffness, and modulate pain responses. The band is anatomically contoured to conform to the lateral thigh and may incorporate adjustable tensioning or modular components to regulate the magnitude, direction, and duration of applied forces. The invention is intended for use in rehabilitation, sports medicine, and athletic performance settings, particularly for the prevention, management, and recovery of iliotibial band-related musculoskeletal dysfunctions such as lateral knee pain and overuse injuries. The device may function as a stand-alone therapeutic modality or as an adjunct to conventional exercise-based rehabilitation programs, providing a non-invasive, user-controlled, and reproducible approach to myofascial intervention suitable for clinical and academic applications."
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