Feedback device with stimulation of sensory nerves for improved balance control
US10702202B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2201/5061
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
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.
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