A61B5/6839

Modular physiologic monitoring systems, kits, and methods

Systems, devices, methods, and kits for monitoring one or more physiologic and/or physical signals from a subject are disclosed. A system including patches and corresponding modules for wirelessly monitoring physiologic and/or physical signals is disclosed. A service system for managing the collection of physiologic data from a customer is disclosed. An isolating patch for providing a barrier between a handheld monitoring device with a plurality of contact pads and a subject is disclosed.

Orthopedic system for pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative assessment

An orthopedic system configured for pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative assessment of a musculoskeletal system. The orthopedic system comprises a first screw, a second screw, a first device, a second device, and a computer. The first screw and the second screw are respectively coupled in a first bone and a second bone of a musculoskeletal system. The first and second screws each include electronic circuitry, one or more sensors, and an IMU. In one embodiment, a first device and a second device can be respectively located in proximity to the first and second screws. The first and second devices respectively transmit a radio frequency signal to the first and second screws. The first and second screws harvest a predetermined amount of energy and then are enabled to perform at least one task and an orderly shutdown. The computer receives measurement data from the first and second screws.

Device for securing additional devices in an eye without interfering with vision

An eye implantation device has a body including a support system adapted to engage at three points with an iridocorneal angle of an anterior chamber of an eye into which the device is implanted.

LONG-TERM, CONTINUAL, WIRELESS, INTRAORAL MONITOR
20240057886 · 2024-02-22 ·

This disclosure relates to wireless electronics designed for use within the oral cavity to measure biological or chemical variables, including pH or analyte concentrations, and transmit the measurements. More particularly, the disclosure relates to a wearable intraoral sensor comprising sensing electronics arranged within a flexible circuit mounted onto a molar band, a wireless transmission unit coupled to the sensing electronics and configured to wirelessly transmit electrical data signals to a receiver outside of the oral cavity, and a power source operably coupled to the sensing electronics and wireless transmission unit. The wearable intraoral sensor can be installed around a tooth and continually measure and wirelessly transmit measurement data for extended periods of time without user action.

SUBDERMAL MEDICAL SYSTEM FOR GENERATING MEASUREMENT DATA OR PROVIDING A THERAPY

A medical system comprising a first medical device, a second medical device, and a computer. The first medical device is configured to be placed beneath the dermis. The first medical device comprises an enclosure comprising non-electrically conductive material. A cap couples to the enclosure and is configured to seal the enclosure. The enclosure houses electronic circuitry configured to measure one or more parameter or provide a therapy. The cap couples to the ground of the electronic circuitry. The first medical device includes a dual band antenna. A first antenna is configured to operate within a first frequency band below 1 gigahertz. The second antenna is configured to operate at a frequency above 1 gigahertz. The second medical device is configured to transmit a radio frequency signal to the first medical device. The first medical device is configured to harvest the energy received from the radio frequency signal to enable the electronic circuitry and perform at least one task.

ACTIVE DEVICE FOR MONITORING ANIMAL
20190365324 · 2019-12-05 ·

Disclosed here is an active device for monitoring animal being capable of measuring vital signs of the animal and actively signaling an external apparatus. The device comprises a pin adapted to penetrate a predetermined portion of the animal; a gasket having two ring portions formed as one piece; a base having a first sleeve portion for allowing the pin to squeeze through so as to be engaged with each other and blocking the pin from slipping off after engagement; a monitoring unit; and a cover having a second sleeve portion to receive the first sleeve portion, and being joined with the base in a waterproof manner so as to accommodate the monitoring unit therein.

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.

Dry physiological recording device and method of manufacturing

The present invention is directed to a physiological recording device and, more particularly, to a physiological recording device that can be used without skin preparation or the use of electrolytic gels. The invention is further directed to an encouragement ring which stabilizes and helps situate the physiological recording device on a subject's skin to help provide a better electrical signal, increase surface area, and reduce and minimize noise and artifacts during the process of recording or monitoring a physiological signal. The invention is still further directed to surface features on a surface of the physiological recording device with a size and shape that will not substantially bend or break, which limits the depth of application of the recording device, and/or anchors the recording device during normal application. The invention is even further directed to a method for manufacturing a physiological recording device, and minimizing cost of manufacture.

Physiological electrode assembly for fast application
10463272 · 2019-11-05 · ·

The present invention relates to a physiological recording electrode, and, more particularly, to an EEG (electroencephalography) recording electrode that can be used without the need for numerous steps in preparing the subject's skin and the electrode itself. The invention further relates to a surface feature or penetrator with a size and shape which that will not bend or break, which limits the depth of application, and/or anchors the electrode or other device during normal application; and a packaging system comprising a well and electrolytic fluid for maintaining a coating of said electrolytic fluid on the surface feature or penetrator.

A Tissue Anchor
20190314012 · 2019-10-17 ·

The present invention provides a tissue anchor and a system and method employing same, the anchors including a body having a first section and a second section reversibly engagable with one another, each section including a plurality of barbs in the form of microneedles projecting from the underside therefore, the barbs on one section being inclined towards barbs on the other section, such that tissue may be captured and deformed between the barbs through displacement of the first section relative to the second section in order to achieve robust retention of the tissue anchor at a deployment site.