Multimodal automated sensory testing system
US9307906B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 1, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/4827
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A computer-controlled sensory testing system is disclosed that can be used to further pain research and aid in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of pain syndromes. The system includes actuators to deliver pressure/deformation (strain), auditory, olfactory, and other stimuli to a subject. The system includes software to control the delivery of the stimuli. The system is further operable to receive feedback regarding the stimuli received.
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