Devices and methods for forming a restriction in a patient are disclosed.
In one exemplary embodiment, a restriction system is provided including
an implantable restriction device, an implantable port in fluid
communication with the implantable restriction device, and an implantable
pump in fluid communication with the restriction device. In general, the
implantable restriction device is adjustable and configured to form a
restriction in a patient, and the implantable port is configured to
receive fluid from a fluid source external to the patient. The
implantable pump has a plurality of actuators configured to change shape
upon the application of energy thereto such that sequential activation of
the plurality of actuators is effective to create pumping action to move
fluid through the pump.