A61B5/4023

Neural network based radiowave monitoring of patient degenerative conditions

A method and system of training a machine learning neural network (MLNN) in anatomical degenerative conditions in accordance with anatomical dynamics. The method comprises receiving, in a first input layer of the MLNN, from a millimeter wave (mmWave) radar sensing device, a first set of mmWave radar point cloud data representing a first gait characteristic of a subject in motion, comprising an arm swing velocity, receiving, in a second layer, a second set of mmWave radar point cloud data representing a second gait characteristic comprising a measure of dynamic postural stability, the input layers being interconnected with an output layer of the MLNN via an intermediate layer, and training a MLNN classifier in accordance with a classification that increases a correlation between a degenerative condition of the subject as generated at the output layer and the sets of mmWave point cloud data.

Feedback Device for Improved Balance Control
20190374153 · 2019-12-12 ·

A feedback device for measuring pressure related information, and for providing that information in a way that is useful to the wearer of the device. At least one sensor detects pressure information and transmits at least one pressure information signal to a signal processing subsystem. The signal processing subsystem converts the received pressure information signal into at least one stimulation control signal. The signal processing subsystem then transmits the stimulation control signal to at least one stimulator, which provides stimulation to a wearer of the device reflecting the stimulation control signal received from the signal processing subsystem.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY USING AUGMENTED REALITY AND TREATMENT DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS

The present invention relates to systems and methods for physical therapy in augmented reality (A R) comprising: at least one projector; at least one motion capture sensor; at least one surface E MG sensor, balance sensing unit; a computer in connection to said at least one projector, at least one motion capture sensor, and at least one surface E MG sensor and balance sensing unit. Wherein, movement instructions are provided to a patient in visual cues projected on a surface in patient's vicinity; and further wherein, data regarding patient's movements are collected by said at least one motion capture sensor and at least one surface E M G sensor and balance sensing unit. It is within the provision of the invention that said data is processed and analyzed into a representation of patient's status and progress, further providing suitable therapy and exercise plans.

Clinical assessment of balance on a platform with controlled stability

Systems and methods for clinical assessment of balance may include a tilting balance platform further including: an upper platform, a lower platform, and an array of force transducers sandwiched between the upper platform and the lower platform. The systems may also include: a toroidal bladder supporting the lower platform; an air pressure sensor and a control valve connected to the toroidal bladder; an inclinometer that measures tilt information of the balance platform; and a computer that receives a control signal to activate one of: the array of force transducers and the inclinometer. If the array of force transducers is activated, then a clinical test is performed to measure changes to a subject's Center of Pressure on a stabilized balance platform, and if the inclinometer is activated, then another clinical test is performed to measure the tilt information caused by a subject's movements on a de-stabilized balance platform.

ADJUSTMENT DEVICE FOR VESTIBULAR SYSTEM OF HUMAN BODY AND APPLICATION THEREFOR
20190365309 · 2019-12-05 ·

An adjustment device for vestibular system of human body contains: a control module including a rotatable fulcrum unit, and the rotatable fulcrum unit having a drive unit which has four support portions which obliquely rotate upward and downward around the rotatable fulcrum unit in a circumferential operation path. The drive unit includes a motor, a drive wheel, a deceleration wheel, a belt, an actuation shaft, and two transmission members. Each universal connection rod has a universal output segment opposite to the universal input segment so that the universal input segment outputs power to the universal output segment, and the universal output segment is connected with the rotatable fulcrum unit. The carrier is connected with the four support portions of the drive unit.

BALANCE COMPENSATING DEVICE, BODY CENTER MEASURING APPARATUS, BALANCE COMPENSATION SYSTEM, AND BALANCE COMPENSATION METHOD
20190357838 · 2019-11-28 ·

An apparatus for determining balance compensation includes a platform, sensors and a processor. The platform is configured for a person to stand on the platform. The sensors are coupled to the platform and measure at least one of a weight and a pressure. The processor determines a balance of the person based on the measurements of the sensors.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROPRIOCEPTIVE STIMULATION TO PREVENT UNINTENTIONAL FALLS
20190350517 · 2019-11-21 ·

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for reducing a risk of unintentional falls in a subject that is at risk for falls. The device includes a sensor and a stimulator. The sensor is configured to be positioned adjacent a body portion of the user that changes orientation when the user sits and stands. The sensor is also configured to emit an activation signal when the user stands and to emit a deactivation signal when the user sits or lies down. The stimulator is in communication with the sensor and is configured to be positioned adjacent one of a calf and a lower back of the user. The stimulator is configured to vibrate at a frequency that stimulates proprioceptors of the user without inducing muscle contractions upon receipt of the activation signal from the sensor and to cease vibration upon receipt of the deactivation signal from the sensor.

ANALYSIS SYSTEM, ANALYSIS METHOD, ANALYTICAL DATA ACQUISITION DEVICE, AND ANALYSIS PROGRAM
20240108275 · 2024-04-04 ·

To provide an analysis system for analysis of semicircular canal functions with rotational stimuli. The analysis system includes a vestibulo ocular reflex data-acquiring unit configured to acquire first vestibulo ocular reflex data and second vestibulo ocular reflex data. The first vestibulo ocular reflex data is acquired by dividing a rotation angle owing to a vestibulo ocular reflex with a rotation angle of a head position. The second vestibulo ocular reflex data is acquired by subtracting at least a rotation angle owing to catch-up saccades (CUS) from the rotation angle of the head position to determine a residual rotation angle, followed by dividing the residual rotation angle with the rotation angle of the head position. The analysis system is configured to analyze semicircular canal functions based on the second vestibulo ocular reflex data, or based on both the first vestibulo ocular reflex data and the second vestibulo ocular reflex data.

MEDICAL SYSTEM HAVING A POSITION MEASURMENT PATCH DEVICE FOR PROVIDING MEASUREMENT DATA OR A THERAPY

A medical system comprising a patch device and a computer. The patch device is in communication with the computer. The patch device is configured for generating measurement data or providing a therapy. The patch device comprises electronic circuitry, a battery, an antenna system, one or more sensors, an IMU (inertial measurement unit), and a flexible enclosure. The antenna system can comprise a dual antenna formed on a dielectric substrate with a first antenna on a first side of the dielectric substrate and a second antenna on a second side of the dielectric substrate. The one or more sensors can comprise devices configured to provide measurement data or a therapy. The IMU is configured to measure position, movement, and trajectory of the patch device. The electronic circuitry is configured to harvest energy from one or more radio frequency signals received by the antenna system to recharge the battery.

System and method for real-time personnel fatigue level monitoring

The present invention relates to analyzing fatigue level of users by transmitting pressure data from user's shoes wirelessly for real-time monitoring. Athletes for in body-contact games such as football, are often suddenly forced out of games due to injuries as it is often difficult to ascertain the nature of the injury on the field. The present invention enables a coach to have an ability to monitor performance of the athletes as they play, thus help in determining current level of athlete's injury, and help in preventing career threatening and/or fatal injuries. Further, pressure sensors can be used to determine fatigue detection and can be verified by readings from knock sensor, accelerometer data, etc. Variations in all such sensors for a time slice t-seconds can be used as an indicator for fatigue.