Fall prevention training system and method using a dynamic perturbation platform
US7980856B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2225/50
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A new apparatus, system and method for fall prevention training is provided that delivers, studies and analyzes the biomechanics of a disturbance event, such as a slip or trip incident, so that an appropriate response can be executed by the person to reduce or eliminate the number of falls experienced. The apparatus includes a platform that delivers a disturbance event in less than about 500 ms and preferably in the range of about 100 ms to about 200 ms. The method includes a unique protocol for fall prevention training using the apparatus.
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