A method and apparatus for controlling a walking assistance apparatus are provided. The apparatus may include a detector configured to detect a first step of a user, based on measured right and left hip joint angle information, a reconstructor unit configured to reconstruct knee joint information matched to the right and left hip joint angle information based on knee joint trajectory information in response to the user's steps, and a torque generator configured to generate a first torque applied to a first leg corresponding to the first step. The torque generator may generate the first torque, based on a second torque applied to a second leg that is opposite to the first leg and that corresponds to a second step preceding the first step.

A multimodal human-robot interaction system for upper limb rehabilitation, including an electroencephalography signal acquisition and processing module, a robot module, a comprehensive affected upper limb muscle signal acquisition and processing module, a rehabilitation training evaluation module, and a virtual reality module. The electroencephalography signal acquisition and processing module captures a motion intention of a patient by means of electroencephalography signals to trigger rehabilitation training. The robot module assists an affected upper limb with rehabilitation exercise. The comprehensive affected upper limb muscle signal acquisition and processing module acquires and obtains a comprehensive assessment of the affected upper limb. The rehabilitation training evaluation module is used for processing and analyzing the comprehensive assessment of the affected upper limb, so as to obtain a quantitative evaluation of the affected upper limb during rehabilitation training. The virtual reality module is used for displaying a virtual environment for rehabilitation training, and interacting with the patient.

A system for assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) includes an active compression decompression (ACD) device configured for a user to push downward and pull upward on a chest of a patient, a sensor to measure force applied to the chest of the patient, a sensor configured to measure displacement of the chest of the patient, one or more processors, and a user interface. The processor is configured to configured to execute computer-executable instructions to determine a maximum compression force applied to the chest of the patient during a compression cycle and a maximum decompression force applied to the chest of the patient during the compression cycle, estimate a displacement value for a total displacement of the chest of the patient during the compression cycle for compressing and decompressing the chest of the patient, and estimate at least one of a compression depth and a decompression displacement for the compression cycle.

Wearable sensors that measure one or more parameters such as pressure, force, acceleration, or skin temperature, are used to measure, record, display and monitor the efficacy of therapeutic maneuvers applied to a subject by an operator. Systems and methods for assessing the physiological efficacy of therapeutic maneuvers performed by an operator on a subject in need thereof, and provide a way to guide subsequent therapeutic maneuvers toward optimal outcome. In some embodiments, the systems and methods measure, record, and display physiological parameters of an operator and/or subject during application of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

A gait motion assisting apparatus of the present invention includes a casing attachable to right and left knee ankle foot orthoses, an electric motor, a drive arm having a proximal end driven around a drive-side pivot axis by driving force from the electric motor and a distal end operatively connected to a lower leg frame of the orthosis, a rotation sensor detecting a swinging position of the drive arm around the drive-side pivot axis, a gait motion state detection sensor and a control device. The control device recognizes as a reference value a detection signal from the rotation sensor when the lower leg is fully extended, and judges right or left of leg to which the orthosis is mounted based on a detection signal other than the reference value to select right or left of assisting force control data used when calculating assisting force to be output from the electric motor.

A system for physical rehabilitation is disclosed. The system may comprise a plurality of motors configured to be coupled to a ceiling; a plurality of cable portions, wherein each cable portion is connected at a first end to a motor and connected at a second end to a connector element; and a controller in operative communication with the plurality of motors to move the connector element in relation to a staircase.

An active rollator includes an auxiliary frame, a driving assembly, a sensing assembly, and a controller. The sensing assembly is configured to sense an operation area and output a sensing signal. When a user holds handlebars of the auxiliary frame and stands in the operation area, the controller is configured to, according to the sensing signal and a sensing threshold, control the driving assembly to make the auxiliary frame have a motion. Therefore, the active rollator aids the travel of the user.

An apparatus for a battery-powered active exoskeleton boot includes a shin pad and one or more housings. The one or more housings enclose electronic circuitry and an electric motor. The apparatus includes a battery holder coupled to the shin pad and located below the knee of the user and above the one or more housings enclosing the electronic circuitry. The apparatus includes a battery module removably affixed to the battery holder and comprising a first power connector that electrically couples to a second power connector located in the battery holder while attached to the battery holder to provide electric power to the electronic circuitry and the electric motor. The apparatus includes an output shaft coupled to the electric motor. The electronic circuitry controls delivery of power from the battery module to the electric motor to generate torque about the axis of rotation of the ankle joint of the user.

A multi-axis rotation control ankle brace, wherein the direction and magnitude of force can be controlled around three axes of the ankle joint through an adjustable tensioning apparatus. The device may be applied to address conditions such as chronic ankle instability, foot drop, or osteoarthritis by providing such forces around the joint as an external-muscle tendon system to improve function, reduce pain, or restore mobility of the user. While more are contemplated herein, five preferred embodiments are specifically disclosed in the current application. Three preferred embodiments comprise a proximal portion and a distal portion, wherein the proximal portion is anchored above the ankle joint and houses, in aspects, the adjustment mechanism. The proximal portion is connected to the distal portion by tensioning or compressive elements, through which forces can be controlled by the user via the adjustment mechanism. In other preferred embodiments, the device is comprised of one continuous mesh, sock or sleeve through which tension can be controlled by the user. In other preferred embodiments, the device is personalized to the user through multiple aspects including user-enabled adjustment of forces around the joint. The device may be customized by 3D printing a device based on a digital scan, and therefore conforms to the user's ankle and foot.

A system for assisting with a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) treatment being administered to a patient. In one aspect, the system includes electrodes to provide an ECG signal of the patient, one or more sensors configured to measure an intrinsic myocardial wall movement of the patient, and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to perform operations including: during the CPR treatment being administered to the patient, receiving an input from the sensor(s), processing the input from the sensor(s) and the ECG signal, determining, based on processing, whether the intrinsic myocardial wall movement is indicative of a perfusion movement of the patient's heart, and providing an indication to a user of the system based on the determination.