Patent classifications
A61B5/251
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye are disclosed herein. An electroretinography device can detect a biopotential signal from an eye of a subject and transmit the same to a processor. Embodiments of the present technology include one or more features directed to improving the use and operability of an electroretinography device. For example, the device can include a proximal inner surface having a recess feature for removing or receiving fluids trapped between the device and the eye. The recess feature can include one or more grooves, channels or textured surface designed to collect and direct fluids away from the space between the device and the eye. The number, shape, size, position, orientation, and other features of the grooves and channels can be varied.
Systems and methods for determining lung impedance
Systems and methods for determining lung impedance of a subject by acquiring multiple impedance measurements from different areas of a thorax of the subject, using multiple electrical circuits, each electrical circuit comprising a pair of electrodes attached at different locations over the thorax of the subject. The acquisition of impedance measurements of all of the electrical circuits is done at the same timing-position(s) over the subject's breathing cycle. The acquired impedance measurements may be used to determine at least one physical characteristic associated with the respective subject. The electrical circuits may be powered by several generators outputting AC power at same or different frequencies. According to some embodiments, one of the electrical circuits, powered by one of the generators, may be continuously operated when measuring is done to be used as a timer.
Systems and methods for determining lung impedance
Systems and methods for determining lung impedance of a subject by acquiring multiple impedance measurements from different areas of a thorax of the subject, using multiple electrical circuits, each electrical circuit comprising a pair of electrodes attached at different locations over the thorax of the subject. The acquisition of impedance measurements of all of the electrical circuits is done at the same timing-position(s) over the subject's breathing cycle. The acquired impedance measurements may be used to determine at least one physical characteristic associated with the respective subject. The electrical circuits may be powered by several generators outputting AC power at same or different frequencies. According to some embodiments, one of the electrical circuits, powered by one of the generators, may be continuously operated when measuring is done to be used as a timer.
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye are disclosed herein. An electroretinography device can detect a biopotential signal from an eye of a subject and transmit the same to a processor. Embodiments of the present technology include one or more features directed to improving the use and operability of an electroretinography device. For example, the device can include features for (i) improving the quality of light stimulus delivered to the eye or (ii) providing a better fit around the eye or a contact lens worn on the eye. These features can account for anatomical differences between different subjects by either masking or accommodating such differences.
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye are disclosed herein. An electroretinography device can detect a biopotential signal from an eye of a subject and transmit the same to a processor. Embodiments of the present technology include one or more features directed to improving the use and operability of an electroretinography device. For example, the device can include features for (i) improving the quality of light stimulus delivered to the eye or (ii) providing a better fit around the eye or a contact lens worn on the eye. These features can account for anatomical differences between different subjects by either masking or accommodating such differences.
Bipolar nerve stimulation/monitoring cuff
An electrode assembly (preferably in the form of a nerve cuff) comprises a base with first and second arms extending from opposite sides of the base, and which, in combination, define an arc. First and second electrically conductive electrodes extend along the inner surface of the first and second arms. Each electrode can comprise a single length of foil can or can comprise multiple discrete foil segments. The foils are electrically isolated from each other. Electrical wires, which are in electrical communication with the each of the foils, extend from the nerve cuff and are adapted to be electrically connected to a signal monitor. When the nerve cuff is applied to a nerve, the foils, in combination, substantially surround the nerve, with the first and second electrodes being on opposite sides of the nerve from each other. Also disclosed is a method of using the nerve cuff to monitor a nerve during a lumbar spinal surgery while the patient is anesthetized and paralyzed.
Bipolar nerve stimulation/monitoring cuff
An electrode assembly (preferably in the form of a nerve cuff) comprises a base with first and second arms extending from opposite sides of the base, and which, in combination, define an arc. First and second electrically conductive electrodes extend along the inner surface of the first and second arms. Each electrode can comprise a single length of foil can or can comprise multiple discrete foil segments. The foils are electrically isolated from each other. Electrical wires, which are in electrical communication with the each of the foils, extend from the nerve cuff and are adapted to be electrically connected to a signal monitor. When the nerve cuff is applied to a nerve, the foils, in combination, substantially surround the nerve, with the first and second electrodes being on opposite sides of the nerve from each other. Also disclosed is a method of using the nerve cuff to monitor a nerve during a lumbar spinal surgery while the patient is anesthetized and paralyzed.
LINEAR FLEXIBLE ELECTRODE FOR PERIPHERAL NERVE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF
The present disclosure relates to a linear flexible electrode for a peripheral nerve and a manufacturing method thereof. A linear flexible electrode for a peripheral nerve is provided, wherein the flexible electrode includes an implantation portion and a fixing portion, wherein at least part of the implantation portion is implantable into a peripheral nerve bundle, and the fixing portion is configured to fix the flexible electrode to the peripheral nerve bundle or other tissues in the vicinity of the peripheral nerve bundle, wherein: the flexible electrode includes a first insulation layer, a second insulation layer and a wire layer between the first insulation layer and the second insulation layer; and the implantation portion includes one or more electrode sites, each electrode site is electrically coupled to one of the wires in the wire layer, and in contact with the peripheral nerve after the flexible electrode is implanted into the peripheral nerve bundle to collect electrical signals from the peripheral nerve and transmit the collected electrical signals through the wires, or apply received electrical signals through the wires to the peripheral nerve.
LINEAR FLEXIBLE ELECTRODE FOR PERIPHERAL NERVE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF
The present disclosure relates to a linear flexible electrode for a peripheral nerve and a manufacturing method thereof. A linear flexible electrode for a peripheral nerve is provided, wherein the flexible electrode includes an implantation portion and a fixing portion, wherein at least part of the implantation portion is implantable into a peripheral nerve bundle, and the fixing portion is configured to fix the flexible electrode to the peripheral nerve bundle or other tissues in the vicinity of the peripheral nerve bundle, wherein: the flexible electrode includes a first insulation layer, a second insulation layer and a wire layer between the first insulation layer and the second insulation layer; and the implantation portion includes one or more electrode sites, each electrode site is electrically coupled to one of the wires in the wire layer, and in contact with the peripheral nerve after the flexible electrode is implanted into the peripheral nerve bundle to collect electrical signals from the peripheral nerve and transmit the collected electrical signals through the wires, or apply received electrical signals through the wires to the peripheral nerve.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR ELECTROPHYSIOLOGICAL RECORDING FROM THE EYE
Systems, devices, and methods for electrophysiological recording from the eye are disclosed herein. An electroretinography device can detect a biopotential signal from an eye of a subject and transmit the same to a processor. Embodiments of the present technology include one or more features directed to improving the use and operability of an electroretinography device. For example, the device can include features for (i) improving the quality of light stimulus delivered to the eye or (ii) providing a better fit around the eye or a contact lens worn on the eye. These features can account for anatomical differences between different subjects by either masking or accommodating such differences.