Methods and mechanisms for quick-placement electroencephalogram (EEG) electrodes

US6175753A · kind A · utility

Assignee

• Baltimore Biomedical, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Alex Menkes · Baltimore, US
• John Sakers · Baltimore, US
• Eva J. Dixon · San Jose, US
• F. Scott Corey · Severna Park, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jul 2, 1999
• Grant date: Jan 16, 2001
• Expiry date: Jul 2, 2019

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B2562/0217
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

This invention provides a quick-placement EEG electrode. The EEG electrode is fixed to a patient's scalp by a first element working in conjunction with a second element to trap hair and hold the EEG electrode in place. The EEG electrode contains a sponge that when compressed, dispenses electrolytic gel, acts as a shock absorber, and maintains contact with the scalp. The EEG electrode has a quick release mechanism for easy removal of the EEG electrode from the patient's scalp.