Patient movement detection system and method
US10497474B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0219
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A monitoring system and method tracks a patient's position over time and ensures that proper turning or other manipulation is done within the time prescribed. Preferably, the techniques herein continuously monitor patient position and alert medical or other personnel of the need for turning or other patient manipulation. The system may be implemented within a medical or other care facility, or within a patient's home.
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