Method for programming foot pedal settings and controlling performance through foot pedal variation
US10349925B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20528
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention pertains to programming a foot pedal and switches located therewith that is used with a medical device and/or medical device system. A user may select any switch or directional movement available on the foot pedal for programming by activating the switch and/or moving a treadle located on the foot pedal or by selecting a foot pedal feature on a display. The programming options available for the selected switch or directional movement are displayed on the display screen. Using the foot pedal, the display screen, voice command or combinations thereof, the user can navigate through different options to select one or more options and confirm the chosen option(s) for the particular switch or directional movement. The control and feel of the movement of the treadle and/or switch provides the user with the ability to program custom settings that suit the user's foot position(s) and/or particular style of surgery.
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