Patient monitoring apparatus and method for orthosis and other devices
US7182738B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S601/23
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A monitoring system for monitoring a patient using a device, such as an orthosis system is provided. The system includes a monitor that can be incorporated or otherwise coupled to the device. The monitor can have a position sensor, a temperature sensor, and a device type sensor for monitoring the patient's implementation of a protocol. The data obtained from the monitor can be remotely analyzed by a healthcare professional and the protocol can be adjusted accordingly.
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