Title: "Gradually Correcting Pectus Excavatum Through a Transforming Bar."

Summary:

"The current state-of-the-art of Pectus Excavatum repair implements an instantaneous correction of the deformity. This all-at-once approach induces a high strain on the chest wall requiring significant pain mitigation techniques. Tensai Surgical Solutions is developing a correction bar that transforms gradually over time to induce smaller strains over a longer period of time to significantly reduce strain to the chest wall and the accompanying pain. Similar to dental orthodontics, the gradual correction could reduce the pain to levels only requiring OTC pain medication and could be adjustable by the surgeon to tailor the correction to the individual patient needs and desired outcomes. This transforming bar is developed using unique divisions of engineering known as Compliant Mechanisms and Origami-Inspired Engineering to create a distinctive and revolutionary approach to Pectus Excavatum repair."