公开(公告)号：US20140121532A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-01

申请号：US13898951

申请日：2013-05-21

Applicant: QUAERIMUS, INC.

Inventor： RICHARD W. O'CONNOR ,  ALAN D. BALDWIN ,  CHWEN-YUAN KU ,  JIVKO M. MIHAYLOV ,  DAVID E. GOODMAN ,  LESTER J. LLOYD ,  JOSEPH A. HEANUE

IPC: A61B5/107 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/1074 ,  A61B5/0064 ,  A61B5/1032 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/1079 ,  A61B5/1174 ,  A61B5/445 ,  A61B5/4851

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a device and method for monitoring of human feet including a transmissive sheet configured to bear at least 90 kg supported at a height of no more than 23 cm and having a foot image capture system below the sheet wherein an optical image sensor can capture a field of view including at least 250 cm2 of the surface of the sheet. The device can have a central reflective element positioned below the sheet directly above the sensor and two outer mirrors such that two fields of view at least 250 cm2 each can be focused onto the sensor by a lens. Foot sole images can be automatically captured when the patient stands on the device. Images can be transmitted to a database and associated with a patient by analyzing the images for a unique predetermined metric.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于监测人脚的装置和方法，包括透射片，其被配置为承载至少90kg在不超过23cm的高度处被支撑并且在片下方具有足部图像捕获系统，其中光学图像传感器 可以捕获至少250cm 2的片材表面的视场。 该装置可以具有位于传感器正上方的片材下方的中央反射元件和两个外反射镜，使得每个至少250cm 2的视野可以通过透镜聚焦到传感器上。 当患者站立在设备上时，脚部图像可以自动捕获。 通过分析唯一预定度量的图像，可将图像传输到数据库并与患者相关联。

公开(公告)号：US08704855B1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-22

申请号：US13904751

申请日：2013-05-29

Applicant: Bertec Corporation

Inventor： Necip Berme ,  Scott Zerkle Barnes ,  Lewis Michael Nashner

IPC: G09G5/12

CPC classification number: A61B5/1036 ,  A63F13/218 ,  A63F13/25 ,  A63F2300/8082 ,  G06F3/147 ,  G09G2380/08

Abstract: A force measurement system having a displaceable force measurement assembly includes: a force measurement assembly with a surface configured to receive a subject, and having at least one force transducer; at least one actuator operatively coupled to the force measurement assembly, the at least one actuator configured to displace the force measurement assembly; at least one visual display device having an output screen, the at least one visual display device configured to display one or more virtual reality scenes on the output screen so as to create a simulated environment for the subject; and one or more data processing devices operatively coupled to the force measurement assembly, the at least one actuator, and the at least one visual display device. In one or more embodiments, a method for testing a subject disposed on a displaceable force measurement assembly is further disclosed.

Abstract translation: 具有可移动力测量组件的力测量系统包括：力测量组件，其具有被配置为接收对象并具有至少一个力换能器的表面; 至少一个致动器，其可操作地联接到所述力测量组件，所述至少一个致动器被配置成移动所述力测量组件; 具有输出屏幕的至少一个视觉显示装置，所述至少一个视觉显示装置被配置为在所述输出屏幕上显示一个或多个虚拟现实场景，以便为所述对象创建模拟环境; 以及可操作地耦合到力测量组件，所述至少一个致动器和所述至少一个视觉显示装置的一个或多个数据处理装置。 在一个或多个实施例中，还公开了一种用于测试设置在可移动力测量组件上的对象的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20140107966A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-17

申请号：US14107526

申请日：2013-12-16

Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.

Inventor： Bin Xia ,  Harold A. Howlett ,  Charles E. Lundy

IPC: A61B5/103

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0631 ,  A43B7/24 ,  A43D1/02 ,  A43D1/022 ,  A43D1/08 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  G06Q20/20

Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.

公开(公告)号：US20140094715A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-03

申请号：US13631708

申请日：2012-09-28

Applicant: ORTHOSENSOR INC.

Inventor： Marc Stein ,  Gabriel Carrasco ,  Martin Roche

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61B17/60

CPC classification number: A61B5/0031 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/4528 ,  A61B5/4585 ,  A61B17/025 ,  A61B17/1666 ,  A61B2017/0256 ,  A61B2017/0268 ,  A61B2090/064 ,  A61F2/38 ,  A61F2/4657 ,  A61F2002/4658 ,  A61F2002/4666 ,  G01L1/142 ,  G01L1/18 ,  G01L1/24 ,  G01L5/16 ,  G01L9/0072 ,  G01L11/02

Abstract: A distractor suitable for measuring a force, pressure, or load applied by the muscular-skeletal system is disclosed. An insert couples to the distractor. The insert has at least one articular surface allowing movement of the muscular-skeletal system when the distractor is inserted thereto. The insert can be a passive insert having no measurement devices. A sensor array and electronics are housed within the distractor. The distractor can dynamically distract the muscular-skeletal system. A handle of the distractor can be rotated to increase or decrease the spacing between support structures. The measurement system comprises a sensor array and electronic circuitry. In one embodiment, the electronic circuitry is coupled to the sensor array by a unitary circuit board or substrate. The sensors can be integrated into the unitary circuit board. For example, the sensors can comprise elastically compressible capacitors or piezo-resistive devices. The distractor wirelessly couples to a remote system for providing position and magnitude measurement data of the force, pressure, or load being measured.

Abstract translation: 公开了适用于测量由肌肉 - 骨骼系统施加的力，压力或负载的牵引器。 插入物连接到牵引器。 插入物具有至少一个关节表面，当牵引器插入其中时允许肌肉 - 骨骼系统的运动。 插入件可以是没有测量​​装置的被动插入件。 传感器阵列和电子器件容纳在牵引机内。 牵引器可以动态地分散肌肉 - 骨骼系统。 牵引器的手柄可以旋转以增加或减小支撑结构之间的间距。 测量系统包括传感器阵列和电子电路。 在一个实施例中，电子电路通过整体电路板或基板耦合到传感器阵列。 传感器可以集成到整体电路板中。 例如，传感器可以包括弹性可压缩电容器或压阻装置。 牵引器无线耦合到远程系统，用于提供测量的力，压力或负载的位置和幅度测量数据。

公开(公告)号：US08679036B2

公开(公告)日：2014-03-25

申请号：US12299930

申请日：2007-04-25

Applicant: Martin Pusch ,  Sven Zarling ,  Sven Kaltenborn

Inventor： Martin Pusch ,  Sven Zarling ,  Sven Kaltenborn

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61B5/117

CPC classification number: A61B5/1079 ,  A61B5/1036

Abstract: The invention relates to a display system and method for measuring and displaying ground reaction forces of a human. The system comprising comprises a measurement plate having at least one sensor device for detecting ground reaction forces, which is connected to an evaluation device connected to the measurement plate and a projection device, and the invention also relates to a method for displaying ground reaction forces on a human body. The display system and the method are suitable in particular for measuring the human body and/or prosthetic or orthotic fit components in their relative position to the human body, and for improving the adjustment of a prosthesis set up.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于测量和显示人的地面反作用力的显示系统和方法。 该系统包括测量板，其具有至少一个用于检测地面反作用力的传感器装置，该传感器装置连接到连接到测量板的评估装置和投影装置，并且本发明还涉及一种用于将地面反作用力显示在 一个人体 显示系统和方法特别适用于测量人体和/或假体或矫形器件在其与人体的相对位置中的位置，并且用于改善假体的调整。

公开(公告)号：US20140066814A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-06

申请号：US13973355

申请日：2013-08-22

Applicant: Deborah Munro ,  Munish Gupta ,  Deborah Munro

Inventor： Munish Gupta ,  Deborah Munro ,  Eunice Lee ,  Amjad Ramahi

IPC: A61B5/103

CPC classification number: A61B5/076 ,  A61B5/0031 ,  A61B5/0205 ,  A61B5/024 ,  A61B5/103 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/1126 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61B5/14546 ,  A61B5/4566 ,  A61B5/6846 ,  A61B5/686 ,  A61B90/06 ,  A61B90/98 ,  A61B2090/064 ,  A61B2560/0219 ,  A61B2562/0261 ,  A61B2562/028 ,  A61F2/4455 ,  A61F2/4657 ,  A61F2002/30668 ,  A61F2250/0001

Abstract: A system for monitoring strain as an indicator of biological conditions, such as spinal fusion, glucose levels, spinal loading, and heart rate. The system includes an inter-digitated capacitor sensor, and RF transmitter, and an associated antenna, all of which are microminiature or microscopic in size and can be implanted in a biological host such as a human or animal. An inductively coupled power supply is also employed to avoid the need for implantation of chemical batteries. Power is provided to the sensor and transmitter, and data is transmitted from the sensor, when an external receiving device, such as a handheld RF ID type receiver, is placed proximate the location of the implanted sensor, transmitter and inductively coupled power supply. The implanted sensor, transmitter and inductively coupled power supply can be left in place permanently or removed when desired.

Abstract translation: 用于监测应变作为生物条件的指标的系统，例如脊柱融合，葡萄糖水平，脊柱负荷和心率。 该系统包括数字化电容器传感器和RF发射器，以及相关联的天线，所有这些天线都是微型或微观尺寸的并且可以植入生物宿主例如人或动物中。 还采用电感耦合电源来避免对化学电池的植入的需要。 当诸如手持RF ID型接收器的外部接收装置放置在植入的传感器，发射器和电感耦合电源的位置附近时，向传感器和发射器提供电力，并且数据从传感器传输。 植入的传感器，变送器和感应耦合电源可以永久保留或者在需要时移除。

公开(公告)号：US08603013B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-10

申请号：US12404067

申请日：2009-03-13

Applicant: Larry Tab Randolph

Inventor： Larry Tab Randolph

IPC: A61B5/11

CPC classification number: A61H9/0057 ,  A43B3/0005 ,  A43B7/00 ,  A61B5/0002 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/447 ,  A61B5/6807 ,  A61B5/6829 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  A61H2201/164 ,  Y10T156/1052

Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and methods for monitoring a pressure exerted on a tissue site are provided. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a pressure switch adapted for placement adjacent the tissue site. The pressure switch includes an antenna operable to receive a first signal, a diode disposed adjacent the antenna, and a membrane covering the antenna and the diode. The membrane is movable from an unpressed position to a pressed position when a force is exerted on the membrane to cause electrical communication between the antenna and the diode. The antenna is operable to send a second signal when the membrane is in the pressed position. The apparatus may also include a transmitter operable to emit the first signal to the antenna. The transmitter may output an alert when the transmitter receives the second signal.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于监测施加在组织部位上的压力的装置，系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，装置包括适于邻近组织部位放置的压力开关。 压力开关包括可操作以接收第一信号的天线，与天线相邻设置的二极管以及覆盖天线和二极管的膜。 当膜施加在膜上时，膜可以从未受压位置移动到按压位置，以引起天线和二极管之间的电连通。 当膜处于按压位置时，天线可操作以发送第二信号。 该装置还可以包括可操作以向天线发射第一信号的发射机。 发射机可以在发射机接收第二个信号时输出警报。

公开(公告)号：US08596145B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-03

申请号：US13046605

申请日：2011-03-11

Applicant: J. Kevin Miller ,  Neal J. Beidleman ,  Michael A. Boennighausen ,  Michael S. Latterman ,  Gregg E. Freebury ,  Sue Ann Latterman ,  Huafeng Wen

Inventor： J. Kevin Miller ,  Neal J. Beidleman ,  Michael A. Boennighausen ,  Michael S. Latterman ,  Gregg E. Freebury ,  Sue Ann Latterman ,  Huafeng Wen

IPC: G01D7/00

CPC classification number: A43B7/141 ,  A43B7/142 ,  A43B7/144 ,  A43B7/1445 ,  A43B13/38 ,  A43B13/386 ,  A43B17/006 ,  A43D1/02 ,  A43D1/022 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/4528 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  A61B2562/046 ,  A61F5/14 ,  G06F17/50 ,  G06F17/5009

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for design of a foot orthotic, and a foot orthotic device designed in accord therewith. More specifically described is an individualized foot orthotic device to correct and/or restore the ideal alignment and/or positioning of foot structures. In the method, sequential pressure is applied to regions on a plantar foot surface, and positional information is obtained about each region. Based on the positional information, an orthotic profile is determined, for design of one or more custom, individualized foot orthotic devices for a subject.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于设计足部矫形器的方法和系统，以及根据其设计的足部矫正装置。 更具体地描述了用于校正和/或恢复足部结构的理想对准和/或定位的个体化足部矫正装置。 在该方法中，顺序压力施加到足底足部表面上的区域，并且获得关于每个区域的位置信息。 基于位置信息，确定用于设计用于对象的一个​​或多个定制的个体化足部矫正装置的矫形分布。

公开(公告)号：US20130298633A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-14

申请号：US13628433

申请日：2012-09-27

Applicant: BRUCE F. WHITE ,  FRED RULAND ,  FOREST J. CARIGNAN ,  ALBERT DRUEDING ,  GARY GLASS

Inventor： BRUCE F. WHITE ,  FRED RULAND ,  FOREST J. CARIGNAN ,  ALBERT DRUEDING ,  GARY GLASS

IPC: G01L25/00

CPC classification number: G01L25/00 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/1038 ,  A61B5/1116 ,  A61B5/112 ,  A61B5/4023 ,  A61B5/6887 ,  A61B5/7235 ,  A61B2560/0223 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  G01G23/01 ,  G01L5/16

Abstract: A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point.

Abstract translation: 用于校准力平台的方法包括提供力平台并且经由计算装置在力平台的顶表面上施加nXm格栅。 接下来，沿着Z轴垂直于X轴和Y轴并且沿着X轴和Y轴应用顶表面的每个nXm网格点上的已知载荷。 接下来，在每个栅格点和沿着X，Y和Z轴的每个施加的已知负载进行多点测量，并产生六个测量的输出信号，精确位置坐标和每个栅格点的已知负载幅度。 接下来，组装六个方程的nXmXp阵列，每个网格点具有六个未知数，并应用已知负载，然后求解组合方程，并为每个网格点导出一个位置并加载特定的校准矩阵。

公开(公告)号：US20130281887A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-24

申请号：US13925465

申请日：2013-06-24

Applicant: Commwell Research and Development, Ltd, a Corporation of KRAF SABA, Israel

Inventor： Daniel David ,  Irving Levy

IPC: A61B5/00 ,  A61B5/0205 ,  A61B5/1455 ,  A61B5/0408 ,  A61B5/22 ,  A61B5/145 ,  A61B5/103 ,  A61B7/04

CPC classification number: A61B5/225 ,  A61B5/0002 ,  A61B5/0026 ,  A61B5/0205 ,  A61B5/02241 ,  A61B5/04085 ,  A61B5/0531 ,  A61B5/0816 ,  A61B5/087 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61B5/1455 ,  A61B5/14551 ,  A61B5/6887 ,  A61B5/6891 ,  A61B5/7278 ,  A61B7/04

Abstract: A medical examination chair kit includes a group of sensors including electrodes in finger-tip sensors, various other types of sensors incorporated in covers attachable or placeable on a chair and load cells on an adjustable grid supporting the chair, all of which provide data which is partially processed in a transmission pocket mounted on the chair.

Abstract translation: 医疗检查椅套件包括一组传感器，其包括指尖传感器中的电极，可并入或可放置在椅子上的盖子中的各种其它类型的传感器，以及支撑椅子的可调网格上的称重传感器，所有这些传感器提供数据， 在安装在椅子上的传送袋中进行部分处理。