Plasma Cuff

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The invention describes a flexible device (preferably in the form of a cuff or bandage) for treating human or animal skin or mucous membranes using cold atmospheric pressure plasma. The device consists of flexible insulating materials and electrodes arranged to generate a plasma discharge safely on curved skin surfaces. It covers the treated area to prevent drying and is especially designed for wound healing applications, providing gentle, uniform plasma exposure with minimized risk of thermal or electrical damage.

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• Treatment of chronic wounds or ulcers on human or animal skin to promote healing.
• Sterilization and disinfection of skin or mucous membrane areas to reduce infection risk.
• Post-surgical wound care for accelerated healing.
• Therapeutic treatment of skin diseases or infections (e.g., dermatitis, psoriasis, fungal infections).
• Veterinary wound care for animals with injuries or skin conditions.
• Application on curved or irregular body areas, such as arms or legs, where standard rigid plasma devices are unsuitable.

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• The flexible structure allows close, uniform contact with curved or irregular surfaces, ensuring effective plasma treatment.
• Provides wound coverage, protecting the area from desiccation and maintaining optimal moisture for healing.
• Safe operation due to low temperature and controlled electric fields, minimizing tissue damage risk.
• Promotes faster tissue regeneration and wound healing through plasma's antiseptic and stimulatory effects.
• Reduces the risk of infection by delivering plasma directly over wounds or affected areas.
• User-friendly design as a cuff or patch, making application simple and comfortable for patients or animals.

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Patent Abstract

The invention relates to a device, preferably a collar, for treating areas of human or animal skin or mucous membrane with a cold atmospheric pressure plasma by creating a dielectrically hindered surface discharge, comprising at least one flexible insulating material (1), a flexible high-voltage electrode (2), a flexible dielectric (3), a flexible grounded electrode (4) and a gas supply (7), characterized in that the flexible high-voltage electrode (2) is embedded in the insulating elastomer (3), having the effect of a dielectric, and the grounded electrode (4) is applied to the elastomer surface facing the surface to be treated.