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A coupling member for transmission of shock waves from a shock wave device to a patient to be treated is composed of an elastic, shape-stable material having a moist outside surface, and is preferably formed of a hydro-gel, such as a polyacrylamide gel. The material is provided with an insert which

A coupling member for transmission of shock waves from a shock wave device to a patient to be treated is composed of an elastic, shape-stable material having a moist outside surface, and is preferably formed of a hydro-gel, such as a polyacrylamide gel. The material is provided with an insert which contributes to its good stability and also enables manipulation of the member. The coupling member can also include, with or without the insert, a shock wave sensor which is embedded in the material and enables checking the power and the position or center of the shock wave source relative to a predetermined point.

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An essentially homogeneous coupling member for the transmission of shock waves from a chock wave source to a patient to be treated, said coupling member consisting of a member formed of an essentially homogeneous, elastic, shape-stable material having moist outside surfaces, said member including a

An essentially homogeneous coupling member for the transmission of shock waves from a chock wave source to a patient to be treated, said coupling member consisting of a member formed of an essentially homogeneous, elastic, shape-stable material having moist outside surfaces, said member including a shock wave sensor being contained in the essentially homogeneous, elastic, shape-stable material of said member.