公开(公告)号：US20050124910A1

公开(公告)日：2005-06-09

申请号：US10725393

申请日：2003-12-03

Applicant: Ajay Gupta

Inventor： Ajay Gupta

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/0051 ,  A61B5/4827

Abstract: A combination electronic communication and medical diagnostic apparatus includes a first component for transmitting or receiving a remote communication signal and a second component for generating vibration to be used in a medical diagnosis. The apparatus functions as a beeper/pager or cellular phone, as well as a medical diagnostic tool to detect and/or monitor neuropathy.

Abstract translation: 组合电子通信和医疗诊断装置包括用于发送或接收远程通信信号的第一部件和用于产生用于医疗诊断的振动的第二部件。 该装置用作蜂鸣器/寻呼机或蜂窝电话，以及用于检测和/或监测神经病变的医疗诊断工具。

公开(公告)号：US06790304B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-14

申请号：US10053102

申请日：2001-11-13

Applicant: Robert Fox ,  Thomas J. Hardiman

Inventor： Robert Fox ,  Thomas J. Hardiman

IPC: B32B3110

CPC classification number: B32B37/18 ,  A61B5/4827 ,  B29C53/063 ,  B29L2031/753 ,  B32B2305/34 ,  Y10T156/101 ,  Y10T156/1015 ,  Y10T156/1051 ,  Y10T156/1056 ,  Y10T156/1064 ,  Y10T156/133

Abstract: An automated process of making a medical test implement, such as a LEAP Testing Implement, includes the steps of providing a handle element, providing a deformable test element, and mechanically mating the deformable test element to the handle element so that at least a portion of the deformable test element extends from the handle element. The deformable test element deforms when a predetermined load is applied thereto.

Abstract translation: 制造诸如LEAP测试装置的医疗测试工具的自动化过程包括提供手柄元件，提供可变形测试元件以及将可变形测试元件机械地配合到手柄元件的步骤，使得至少一部分 可变形的测试元件从手柄元件延伸。 当施加预定的载荷时，可变形的测试元件变形。

公开(公告)号：US20030105413A1

公开(公告)日：2003-06-05

申请号：US10252288

申请日：2002-09-23

Inventor： Clifford B. Bleustein ,  Joseph Arezzo ,  Arnold Melman

IPC: A61B005/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/483 ,  A61B5/4393 ,  A61B5/4827

Abstract: A non-invasive quantitative somatosensory method is provided for evaluating erectile dysfunctions and involves the applications to the glans penis of different temperatures in increments of about 1null C. until the patient can correctly identify which temperature starting at an ambient temperature was warmer for at least two consecutive times. The method of this invention provides a relatively simple procedure to assess a patient's neurological response to therapies. Incremental decreases in temperature can also be used to assess a patients's neurological response. The method of this invention can also be supplemented, if desired, by determination of the spatial perception threshold and/or the application of pressure, i.e., the sensitivity to touch determination to provide a two-point determination.

Abstract translation: 提供一种非侵入性定量体感方法，用于评估勃起功能障碍，并涉及以约1°C为增量的不同温度的龟头阴茎的应用，直到患者能够正确地识别从环境温度开始的温度至少升温至少 连续两次。 本发明的方法提供了评估患者对治疗的神经反应的相对简单的程序。 增加的温度降低也可用于评估患者的神经反应。 如果需要，也可以通过确定空间感知阈值和/或压力的应用来补充本发明的方法，即，提供两点确定的触摸确定的灵敏度。

公开(公告)号：US06409685B1

公开(公告)日：2002-06-25

申请号：US09470047

申请日：2000-03-21

Applicant: Michael Mathias Merzenich ,  Nancy N. Byl ,  William M. Jenkins

Inventor： Michael Mathias Merzenich ,  Nancy N. Byl ,  William M. Jenkins

IPC: A61B5103

CPC classification number: A61B5/4824 ,  A61B5/0053 ,  A61B5/0057 ,  A61B5/411 ,  A61B5/4827

Abstract: A method and apparatus for implementing a training regimen which addresses motor control problems accompanied by sensory degradation. Accordingly, the training regimen is applicable to motor control disorders associated with a variety of different causes, including traumatic injury, disease, aging and gradual “occupational” type injury. For example, in an individual suffering from repetitive strain injury (RSI), the disabling motor control problems are often accompanied by sensory problems. These sensory problems appear to be caused over time by harmful attended rapid repetitive movements resulting in undesirable changes in the somatosensory, proprioceptive and/or kinesthetic ability of the affected regions of the individual. The present invention hypothesizes that repetitive delivery of simultaneous or nearly simultaneous afferent sensory inputs, under attended conditions of high cognitive drive, results in a learning-induced integration of the representation of the individuality of otherwise differentiable parts of the subjects thereby degrading the sensory feedback loop necessary for normal motor control. What started out as a degradation of the sensory feedback capability, essential for proper motor control, eventually manifests over time as a motor control problem. Thus, motor control problems which are accompanied by sensory degradation can be alleviated by a regimen of remedial re-differentiating sensory training of the affected regions of the individual. Accordingly, the training regimen differentially stimulates two locations within the afflicted portion of the individual. Feedback from the individual indicates the degree of difficulty the individual has in sensing differentially between the two locations. The stimulation is then adapted to the individual based on the feedback. Adaptation includes increasing the distance between the two locations and/or changing the spectral or temporal characteristics of the stimuli.

公开(公告)号：US06355003B1

公开(公告)日：2002-03-12

申请号：US09510827

申请日：2000-02-23

Applicant: Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

Inventor： Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

IPC: A61B500

CPC classification number: A61B1/233 ,  A61B1/267 ,  A61B1/2676 ,  A61B5/0053 ,  A61B5/03 ,  A61B5/036 ,  A61B5/085 ,  A61B5/4233 ,  A61B5/4827 ,  A61M13/003 ,  A61M16/021 ,  A61M16/0833 ,  A61M16/0858 ,  A61M2230/60

Abstract: An apparatus and method to objectively measure sensory discrimination thresholds at a test site in the upper aero digestive tract of a patient. A time and pressure controlled puff of air is delivered to the input of a Y-shaped tube; one output branch of the Y-shaped tube delivers the puff of air to the patient and the other output branch delivers the puff of air to a pressure transducer, for measurement and display of the pressure.

Abstract translation: 一种客观地测量患者上呼吸道消化道测试部位感觉辨别阈值的装置和方法。 时间和压力控制的空气吹送到Y形管的输入; Y形管的一个输出分支将空气吹送到患者，另一个输出分支将空气吹送到压力传感器，用于测量和显示压力。

公开(公告)号：US06267733B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-31

申请号：US09374227

申请日：1999-08-13

Applicant: Bret E. Peterson ,  Barbara M. Calhoun ,  Michael Mathias Merzenich ,  William M. Jenkins ,  Nancy Byl ,  Srikantan Nagarajan

Inventor： Bret E. Peterson ,  Barbara M. Calhoun ,  Michael Mathias Merzenich ,  William M. Jenkins ,  Nancy Byl ,  Srikantan Nagarajan

IPC: A61B5103

CPC classification number: A61B5/4824 ,  A61B5/0053 ,  A61B5/0057 ,  A61B5/411 ,  A61B5/4827

Abstract: The present invention describes computer-implemented methods and apparatus for treating motor control and somatosensory perception deficits. The motor control and somatosensory perception deficits may have their genesis in a wide variety of issues ranging from injury, disease, or a gradual degradation of motor control over time due to repetitive strain, for example. By administering a computer-implemented training regime directed to improve sensory feedback and motor control, abnormal motor control and somatosensory perception may be substantially improved. The computer-implemented training regime includes somatosensory perception and motor control exercises which may be flexibly administered. Several training apparatus are described for implementing the somatosensory perception and motor control exercises. The training apparatus described herein are capable of driving improvements in temporal, spatial and intensity resolution of somatosensory feedback. In addition, the apparatus allow the training to be monitored and adapted on a quantitative basis as treatment proceeds. Advantageously, this provides a more accurate and effective training tool for treating motor control deficits. Further, the computer-implemented methods and apparatus allow treatment to be administered in the convenience of the person's own home and on a daily basis.

Abstract translation: 本发明描述了用于治疗运动控制和躯体感觉缺陷的计算机实现的方法和装置。 运动控制和躯体感觉缺陷可能会在各种各样的问题上产生，例如，由于重复性应变，损伤，疾病或运动控制随时间的逐渐降低。 通过实施针对改善感觉反馈和运动控制的计算机实施的培训制度，可以显着改善运动控制异常和躯体感觉感觉。 计算机实施的培训制度包括可以灵活管理的体感感知和运动控制练习。 描述了用于实施体感感知和运动控制练习的几种训练装置。 本文描述的训练装置能够促进躯体感觉反馈的时间，空间和强度分辨率的改善。 此外，该装置允许在治疗进行时在定量的基础上监测和调整训练。 有利地，这提供了用于治疗运动控制缺陷的更准确和有效的训练工具。 此外，计算机实施的方法和装置允许在人的家庭和每天的方便的情况下进行治疗。

公开(公告)号：US6036655A

公开(公告)日：2000-03-14

申请号：US532648

申请日：1995-12-07

Applicant: Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

Inventor： Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

IPC: A61B5/00 ,  A61B1/233 ,  A61B1/267 ,  A61B5/03 ,  A61B5/085 ,  A61B5/103 ,  A61B10/00 ,  A61M13/00 ,  A61M16/00

CPC classification number: A61B1/233 ,  A61B1/267 ,  A61B1/2676 ,  A61B5/0053 ,  A61B5/03 ,  A61B5/036 ,  A61B5/085 ,  A61B5/4233 ,  A61B5/4827 ,  A61M13/003 ,  A61M16/0051 ,  A61M2230/60

Abstract: An apparatus and method to objectively measure sensory discrimination thresholds at a test site in the upper aero digestive tract of a patient. A time and pressure controlled puff of air is delivered to the input of a Y-shaped tube; one output branch of the Y-shaped tube delivers the puff of air to the patient and the other output branch delivers the puff of air to a pressure transducer, for measurement and display of the pressure.

Abstract translation: PCT No.PCT / US94 / 04160 Sec。 371 1995年12月7日第 102（e）日期1995年12月7日PCT 1994年4月15日PCT PCT。 公开号WO94 / 23644 日期1994年10月27日一种客观测量患者上呼吸道消化道试验部位感觉辨别阈值的装置和方法。 时间和压力控制的空气吹送到Y形管的输入; Y形管的一个输出分支将空气吹送到患者，另一个输出分支将空气吹送到压力传感器，用于测量和显示压力。

公开(公告)号：US5746205A

公开(公告)日：1998-05-05

申请号：US609682

申请日：1996-03-01

Applicant: Veijo Virsu ,  Seppo Salminen

Inventor： Veijo Virsu ,  Seppo Salminen

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61B5/12 ,  A61B5/16 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/161 ,  A61B5/12 ,  A61B5/4827

Abstract: The working quality of the human brain is measured with this method and apparatus by determining the highest frequency at which a subject can discriminate between synchronous and asynchronous pairs of two simultaneously presented periodic non-verbal stimuli: the higher this frequency (synchronism threshold) is the faster the brain of the subject can process information using the sensory function tested. The periodic stimuli provided to the subject and preceded by appropriate mask stimuli may be pairs of visual, tactile, electrocutaneous, and/or auditory stimuli within the same sense modality, or intermodal between two different senses. The apparatus generates the stimuli and indicates the nominal frequencies of the stimuli and threshold. The frequency threshold is determined by means of an adaptive staircase procedure in which the frequency is decreased after wrong responses and increased after correct responses.

Abstract translation: 用这种方法和装置测量人类大脑的工作质量，通过确定受试者可以区分两个同时呈现的周期性非语言刺激的同步和异步对之间的最高频率：该频率（同步阈值）越高 更快的主题的大脑可以使用测试的感官功能来处理信息。 提供给受试者并且在适当的面罩刺激之前的周期性刺激可以是相同感觉模态内的视觉，触觉，电皮肤和/或听觉刺激对，或两种不同感官之间的联合对。 该装置产生刺激并且指示刺激的标称频率和阈值。 频率阈值通过自适应阶梯程序确定，其中频率在错误响应之后减小并且在正确响应之后增加。

公开(公告)号：US5458118A

公开(公告)日：1995-10-17

申请号：US237040

申请日：1994-05-03

Applicant: Jose J. Monsivais

Inventor： Jose J. Monsivais

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61B10/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/4827 ,  A61B5/4041

Abstract: A diagnostic device and method for determining the presence of a Tinel sign in a patient by providing a calibrated striking unit for use at a selected point along a regenerating nerve and said results of the striking being analyzed with respect to that of a healthy nerve.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过提供校准的击打单元来确定患者中Tinel符号的存在的诊断装置和方法，所述校准打击单元用于沿着再生神经的选定点使用，并且针对健康神经的所述结果进行分析。

公开(公告)号：US5377688A

公开(公告)日：1995-01-03

申请号：US48776

申请日：1993-04-16

Applicant: Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

Inventor： Jonathan E. Aviv ,  John H. Martin

IPC: A61B5/00 ,  A61B1/233 ,  A61B1/267 ,  A61B5/03 ,  A61B5/085 ,  A61B5/103 ,  A61B10/00 ,  A61M13/00 ,  A61M16/00

CPC classification number: A61B1/2676 ,  A61B1/233 ,  A61B1/267 ,  A61B5/0053 ,  A61B5/03 ,  A61B5/036 ,  A61B5/085 ,  A61B5/4233 ,  A61B5/4827 ,  A61M13/003 ,  A61M16/0051 ,  A61M2230/60

Abstract: An apparatus and method to objectively measure sensory discrimination thresholds at a test site in the upper aero digestive tract of a patient. A time and pressure controlled puff of air is delivered to the input of a Y-shaped tube; one output branch of the Y-shaped tube delivers the puff of air to the patient and the other output branch delivers the puff of air to a pressure transducer, for measurement and display of the pressure.