Systems and methods for automated muscle stimulation
US8285381B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 2, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2205/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides systems and methods for neuromuscular electrical stimulation to muscle tissue. Stimulation electrodes and sensors may be provided, such that signals provided by the sensors may affect the signals provided to the stimulation electrodes, thus providing a feedback. Stimulation electrodes may be provided on a stimulation pad and sensors may be provided on a sensing pad, which may be designed to conform to an anatomical feature. A system for neuromuscular electrical stimulation may also include temperature sensitive elements that may help prevent burns, especially for comatose, sedated, or patients in critical condition. The system may also include a cooling assembly for a stimulation pad.
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