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OrthoCor

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OrthoCor Medical, Inc.
Company typePrivate
IndustryMedical Technology
HeadquartersArden Hills, Minnesota
Key people
Fariborz Boor Boor
ProductsOrthoCor Active System
Websitewww.orthocormedical.com

OrthoCor Medical, Inc. is a privately owned medical device company based in Arden Hills, Minnesota. Founded in 2007,[1] OrthoCor develops drug-free, noninvasive, mobile medical devices aimed at alleviating pain and reducing edema.

History

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The company initially worked to address the untapped market between analgesics and joint replacement surgery. In 2009, OrthoCor received Class III clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the Active System. [citation needed]

Product

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In August 2010, the company introduced the OrthoCor Active System, a Class III medical device, following approval from the FDA. The OrthoCor Active System is indicated for adjunctive use in the palliative treatment of post-operative pain and edema in superficial soft tissue. [citation needed]

Awards

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In 2012, OrthoCor was named the winner of The Minnesota Cup At the 9th Annual LifeScience Alley Expo event,[2] OrthoCor was a winner of the New Technology Show Case sponsored by Boston Scientific. [citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ striblee. "OrthoCor Medical secures $2.4 million in angel investment". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2023-08-30.
  2. ^ "Minnesota Cup Competition Names 2012 Finalists". Twin Cities Business. 2012-08-31. Retrieved 2023-08-30.
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