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Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Umwandeln bioelektrischer Spannungen

Sleep enhancement system and wearable device for use therewith

Apparatus and method for identifying the control a predetermined body part by a subject willentlichen

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Trainings- und Stimulationsanordnung (10) zum Erlernen der willentlichen Steuerung eines vorgegebenen Körperteils (11) durch einen Probanden (1) umfassend - eine Elektrodenhaube (2), die eine Anzahl von Elektroden (21) aufweist, - eine der Elektrodenhaube (2) nachgeschaltete Auswerteeinheit (3), die dazu ausgebildet ist, die an den Elektroden (21) anliegenden Spannungen zu messen und als EEG-Messdaten zur Verfügung zu stellen, wobei die Auswerteeinheit (3) dazu ausgebildet ist, die EEG-Messdaten auf das Vorliegen einer gedanklichen Tätigkeit zu analysieren und einen Übereinstimmungswert zu ermitteln, - eine Steuereinheit (4), der der Ausgang der Auswerteeinheit (3) zugeführt ist und - zumindest eine der Steuereinheit (4) nachgeschaltete Stimulationseinheit (5a). Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die Steuereinheit (4) dazu ausgebildet ist, - die Stimulationseinheit (5a) anzusteuern, einen Hinweisstimulus auf den Körperteil (11) des Probanden (1) zu applizieren ...

Apparatus and method for identifying the control a predetermined body part by a subject willentlichen

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Trainings- und Stimulationsanordnung (10) zum Erlernen der willentlichen Steuerung eines vorgegebenen Körperteils (11) durch einen Probanden (1) umfassend - eine Elektrodenhaube (2), die eine Anzahl von Elektroden (21) aufweist, - eine der Elektrodenhaube (2) nachgeschaltete Auswerteeinheit (3), die dazu ausgebildet ist, die an den Elektroden (21) anliegenden Spannungen zu messen und als EEG-Messdaten zur Verfügung zu stellen, wobei die Auswerteeinheit (3) dazu ausgebildet ist, die EEG-Messdaten auf das Vorliegen einer gedanklichen Tätigkeit zu analysieren und einen Übereinstimmungswert zu ermitteln, - eine Steuereinheit (4), der der Ausgang der Auswerteeinheit (3) zugeführt ist und - zumindest eine der Steuereinheit (4) nachgeschaltete Stimulationseinheit (5a). Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die Steuereinheit (4) dazu ausgebildet ist, - die Stimulationseinheit (5a) anzusteuern, einen Hinweisstimulus auf den Körperteil (11) des Probanden (1) zu applizieren ...

Methods and systems for forecasting seizures

Abstract A method of estimating the probability of a seizure in a subject, the method comprising: receiving historical data associated with epileptic events experienced by the subject over a first time period, the historical data comprising physiological data associated with each epileptic event and a time at which each epileptic event occurred; generating a temporal probability model of future epileptic events based on the time of each of the epileptic events, the temporal probability model representing a probability of a future seizure occurrence in each of a plurality of time windows; generating a probabilistic model based on the physiological data associated with each epileptic event; weighting the probabilistic model based on the temporal probability model to generate a weighted probabilistic model of future seizure activity; and outputting an estimate of seizure probability in the subject using the weighted probabilistic model.

Systems, apparatuses, devices, and processes for synergistic neuro-physiological rehabilitation and/or functional development

In an embodiment a system for facilitating a subject's functional development includes sensing devices configured for sensing mind state signals; sensing devices configured for sensing body state signals; and a set of processing resources configured for generating a mind state indicator / measure, a body state indicator / measure, and a mind - body synergy indicator / measure that corresponds to an expected extent to which each of the subject's mind state and the subject's body state are cooperatively or synergistically aligned with respect to facilitating the subject's functional development. In an embodiment, the system can be configured for concurrently presenting a set of activities involving a model body part; engaging the subject in attempted imitation of the set of activities by way of attempted movement of a subject body part that is a mirror image of the model body part; presenting an indication of an expected extent to which each of the subject's mind state and body state are ...

Method and device for detecting neurological and psycho-physiological states

CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL PATTERN ANALYSIS AND MODELING

A method for applying a predictive neural model in a clinical setting. The predictive neural model is preferably able to predict the effect of a particular pathology and/or treatment on the brain in advance. Optionally (and alternatively or additionally) a simulation of the effect of a particular pathology and/or treatment on the brain is preferably performed by using the neural model. The neural model preferably includes neurophysiological and neuropsychological data. As used herein, the term 'treatment' preferably includes one or more of pharmacological, surgical or rehabilitative interventions.

DEVICE FOR THE INDUCTION OF SPECIFIC BRAIN WAVE PATTERNS

Brain wave patterns associated with relaxed and meditative states in a subject are gradually induced without deleterious chemical or neurological side effects. A white noise generator (11) has the spectral noise density of its output signal modulated in a manner similar to the brain wave patterns by a switching transistor (18) within a spectrum modulator (12). The modulated white noise signal is amplified by output amplifier (13) and converted to an audio signal by acoustic transducer (14). Ramp generator (15) gradually increases the voltage received by and resultant output frequency of voltage controlled oscillator (17) whereby switching transistor (18) periodically shunts the high frequency components of the white noise signal to ground.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A SENSORIAL STIMULUS

The present invention relates to a method for generating a sensorial stimulus using electroencephalographic data acquired from a subject, the method comprising the following steps: receiving electroencephalographic data comprising at least two electroencephalographic signals measured simultaneously from at least two electroencephalogram channels; calculating an alpha phase neuromarker on consecutive epochs of the electroencephalographic data, the alpha phase neuromarker being representative of at least the phase coherence between alpha waves recorded from the at least two electroencephalogram channels; and generating a sensorial stimulus representing alpha phase neuromarker using an output generator.

CONNECTORS AND ENCASEMENT FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCT WITH A DIGITAL ELEMENT

A personal hygiene product with a digital element is described. In one embodiment, a conductive sensor assembly is disposed within the personal hygiene product that includes one or more moisture sensors that generate a resistive and/or capacitive signal indicative of saturation of the personal hygiene product when in wetting contact with menstrual fluid.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR NEURAL STIMULATION VIA VISUAL STIMULATION

Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for treating cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof. The system can include eyeglasses, a photodiode positioned to detect ambient light, light sources, and an input device. The system can include a neural stimulation system that retrieves a profile and selects a light pattern having a fixed parameter and a variable parameter. The neural stimulation system can set a value of the variable parameter of the light pattern, construct an output signal, and then provide the output signal to the light sources to direct light towards the fovea.

MULTI-CHANNEL, MULTI-VARIATE WHOLE-HEAD NORMALIZATION AND OPTIMIZATION SYSTEM USING LIVE Z-SCORES

A method of whole-brain EEG neurofeedback training of a trainee using live Z-scores from 4 channels of EEG signals to acquire 248 Z-scores from 6 simultaneous interconnectivity paths. The feedback system is endowed with the ability to establish training targets and to use derived metrics to produce feedback of an auditory, visual, vibrotactile, or other sensory or direct nature. The feedback signals are determined by a multivariate analysis that takes into consideration how measured variables compare with predefined criteria, thus producing a statistical correlation in real-time, in conjunction with a reference or normative database, rule-set, algorithm, discriminate function, or classification system.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CHARACTERISING THE SLEEP OF AN INDIVIDUAL

Système et procédé de caractérisation du sommeil d'un individu Système de caractérisation du sommeil d'un individu, le système de caractérisation comprenant : - un dispositif de mesure adapté pour mesurer un signal d'activité cérébrale représentatif des ondes cérébrales, - une unité centrale électronique adaptée pour : identifier, dans une plage de fréquences de 9 à 16 Hz, une plage réduite de fuseaux de sommeil propre à l'individu, la plage réduite de fuseaux de sommeil comprenant les fréquences d'ondes cérébrales de l'individu endormi présentant une amplitude supérieure à 15 µV et une durée comprise entre 0,5 seconde et 2 secondes, comparer au moins un paramètre du signal d'activité cérébrale de l'individu éveillé dans la plage de fréquences correspondant à la plage réduite de fuseaux de sommeil à un seuil, - une interface de communication reliée à l'unité centrale et adaptée pour émettre un signal d'avertissement perceptible par l'individu lorsque le paramètre du signal d'activité cérébrale ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A WAKING MECHANISM

An EEG monitor with sensors placed to detect signals and analyze the signals to determine if a frequency below 12 Hz, and more particularly between 3 Hz and 8 Hz, called theta waves, are present. Theta waves are generated when the brain is entering a drowsy or sleep mode. The sensors detect brain wave signals and transmit the signals to a microprocessor which analyzes the signals and determines the brain waves being detected. The brain waves are continuously monitored and the data is continuously transmitted to a microprocessor. If brain waves are detected in the predetermined range of between 3Hz and 8 Hz the microprocessor activates a stimulus, to wake up the person wearing the device. The stimulus may be visual, auditory or tactile, such as an actuator, a phone call or any other stimulus ...

BODY-BASED MONITORING OF BRAIN ELECTRICAL ACTIVITY

Apparatus (20, 100, 130) and methods for monitoring electrical activity within the brain of a person (174, 214, 254) ("brainwaves") employing electrodes or other sensors (26, 28, 102, 104, 132, 134,196, 198, 236, 238, 264) connected or placed proximate to portions of the body below the head (176, 216) to develop raw signals. The raw signals are filtered to produce analysis signals including frequency components relevant to brain electrical activity while attenuating unrelated frequency components. Purposes include but are not limited to, biofeedback based attention training, human performance training, gaming, and relaxation training. Either wired or wireless signal connections are made to electronic circuitry, typically including a digital computer (40), for performing signal processing and analysis functions.

Einrichtung zum Anästhesieren von Lebewesen mit elektrischen Strömen

System zur Überwachung und/oder Auswertung von Neurofeedback-Trainingssitzungen.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Neurofeedback-Trainingssystem zur Verwendung in Neurofeedback-Trainingssitzungen umfassend: a) eine Datenerfassungseinheit zum Empfangen von Gehirnaktivitätsmessdaten, die sich auf die Gehirnaktivität einer Zielperson beziehen; b) eine Merkmalsextraktionseinheit, um, insbesondere wiederholt, eine Beobachtungsgrösse aus den Gehirnaktivitätsmessdaten zu erhalten; c) eine Rückkopplungs-Kontrolleinheit zum insbesondere wiederholten Feststellen einer (trainingsbezogenen) Eigenschaft der Beobachtungsgrösse und zum Ableiten eines Rückkopplungskontrollwertes auf der Grundlage dieser Eigenschaft; d) eine Rückkopplungsgebereinheit zur Bereitstellung einer Rückkopplung für die Zielperson, wobei die Rückkopplung von der Rückkopplungs-Kontrollgrösse abhängt, insbesondere von dieser gesteuert wird; e) eine Auswerteeinheit zum, insbesondere wiederholten, Feststellen einer Eigenschaft und zum Ableiten eines Rückkopplungskontrollwerts auf der Grundlage dieser Eigenschaft.

BIO SIGNAL BASED MOBILE DEVICE APPLICATIONS

Techniques for providing bio signal based mobile device applications are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system for bio signal based mobile device applications includes a bio signal sensor (e.g., biosensor) or multiple biosensors (e.g., multiple biosensors for EEG detection, or multiple biosensors that can each detect different types of bio signals), a bio signal processing unit, the mobile device, and a software application(s) that utilize the bio signal information for various applications (e.g., practical applications, entertainment applications, social networking applications, and/or other applications).

Method and system for modification of condition with neural biofeedback using left-right brain wave asymmetry

A method and system for treating a patient having a pathological condition characterized by asymmetry between brain waves measured from two locations of the scalp. The method comprises the steps of attaching a first electrode to a first scalp location of the patient and a second electrode to a second scalp location of the patient. Then, brain waves of the patient are recorded from the electrodes. These brain waves are used for the purpose of biofeedback. Specifically, the brain wave asymmetry is presented to the patient and the patient is rewarded for changing the asymmetry.

Method for the management of nociception

The present invention relates to a computer-implemented method for modifying nociception in a subject using electroencephalographic data acquired from the brain of a subject, the method comprising the steps of: receiving electroencephalographic data comprising at least two electroencephalographic signals measured simultaneously from at least two electroencephalogram channels, computing a Fourier transform of the at least two electroencephalographic signals on a temporal window; averaging complex Fourier coefficients in the frequency band of alpha waves; computing an alpha phase concentration neuromarker on consecutive epochs of the electroencephalographic data, generating a sensorial stimulus representing alpha phase concentration neuromarker using an output generator. The present invention also relates to a method for training a subject to reinforce self-modulation of pain pathways.

ACTIVE UNIPOLAR DRY ELECTRODE OPEN EAR WIRELESS HEADSET AND BRAIN COMPUTER INTERFACE

Aspects of the present disclosure provide a wearable audio product for obtaining biologically-relevant information associated with a user comprising. The audio product comprises a first electrode placed over the user's auditory cortex on a first side of the user's body, a second electrode placed on the first side of the user's body, a first reference electrode placed on the first side of the user's body, a processor coupled to the first, second, and first reference electrode, the processor configured to take one or more actions based on signals received from the first, second, and first reference electrodes, and an electroacoustic transducer coupled to the processor. Any or all of the electrodes described herein may include any integer number of electrodes clustered in the specified location.

System and method for reversing the effects of paralysis

A method and system for applying therapeutic stimulation to a patient stricken with paralysis or other condition. The inventive method includes the steps of: inserting an acupuncture needle against the spine of the patient and applying an electrical potential to the needle with a signal that mimics natural neural impulses in the body. The needle is located depending on the nature of the patient's condition. In the illustrative application, the needle is inserted against the ligamentum flavum of the patient's spine at L3. In the best mode, the patient's legs are moved during the application of the electrical potential. The inventive system is adapted to minimize a notch reaction and includes an electrode inserted into a tissue of the patient and a circuit for applying an electrical potential to the electrodes with a signal that mimics natural neural impulses in the body.

System and method for operant learning brain machine interface by receiving electrodes and neural signals at neural processor

A method, system and computer readable media for a BMI using a fixed decoder based on ratios of different frequency bands, making the decoder robust, less jittery, and resistant to artifacts. The fixed decoder can be configured to use a limited subset of available channels. The decoder can therefore be optimized for each human subject (frequency bands to use, ratios to process the received signals, which channels, weights, etc.) and then fixed. Output from the fixed decoder can be provided to a training program that implements specific feedback and training parameters, thereby enabling subjects to learn to control devices rapidly, as well as consolidate this control. The training program provides continuous feedback of the current transformation being output by the fixed decoder in conjunction with feedback of the past transformations (e.g., up to a second before) and saliency of the feedback when goals of the task are achieved.

SLEEP PERFORMANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE

Sleep performance systems and methods of using the same are disclosed. The sleep performance systems can improve the quality of sleep by making one or more recommendations to the subject for increasing a sleep quality score. The sleep performance systems can have one or more electroencephalography (EEG) electrodes configured to measure a subject's brain activity during sleep. The sleep performance systems can have a processor configured to quantify the quality of the subject's slow-wave sleep by determining one or more sleep performance scores associated with the measured brain activity. The sleep performance systems can recommend and/or activate sleep improvement programs based on various threshold scores.

BRAIN ACTIVITY MEASUREMENT AND FEEDBACK SYSTEM

A head set () comprises a brain electrical activity (EEG) sensing device () comprising EEG sensors () configured to be mounted on a head of a wearer so as to position the EEG sensors () at selected positions of interest over the wearers scalp, the EEG sensing device comprising a sensor support () and a flexible circuit () assembled to the sensor support. The sensor support and flexible circuit comprise a central stem () configured to extend along a center plane of the top of the head in a direction from a nose to a centre of the back of a wearers head, a front lateral branch () configured to extend across a front portion of a wearer's head extending laterally from the central stem, a center lateral branch () configured to extend across a top portion of a wearer's head essentially between the wearer's ears, and a rear lateral branch () configured to extend across a back portion of a wearer's head. The sensor support () comprises a base wall () and side walls () extending along edges of the base wall to form an essentially flat “U” shaped channel () in which the flexible circuit () is inserted and the base wall comprise EEG sensor orifices () to allow access to the EEG sensor contacts or electrodes on the flexible circuit. 1. A head set comprising:a brain electrical activity (EEG) sensing device comprising EEG sensors configured to be mounted on a head of a wearer so as to position the EEG sensors at selected positions of interest over the wearers scalp, the EEG sensing device comprising a sensor support and a flexible circuit assembled to the sensor support, the sensor support and flexible circuit comprising a central stem configured to extend along a center plane of the top of a wearer's head in a direction from nasion to inion, a front lateral branch configured to extend across a front portion of the wearer's head extending laterally from the central stem, a center lateral branch configured to extend across a top portion of the wearer's head essentially between the ...

NEURAL SLEEVE FOR NEUROMUSCULAR STIMULATION, SENSING AND RECORDING

The present disclosure relates to neuromuscular stimulation and sensing cuffs. The neuromuscular stimulation cuff has at least two fingers and a plurality of electrodes disposed on each finger. More generally, the neuromuscular stimulation cuff includes an outer, reusable component and an inner, disposable component. One or more electrodes are housed within the reusable component. The neuromuscular stimulation cuff may be produced by providing an insulating substrate layer, forming a conductive circuit on the substrate layer to form a conductive circuit layer, adhering a cover layer onto the conductive circuit layer to form a flexible circuit, and cutting at least one flexible finger from the flexible circuit. The neuromuscular stimulation cuff employs a flexible multi-electrode design which allows for reanimation of complex muscle movements in a patient, including individual finger movement.

Neural recording system

A neuron recording system was provided. By using the gain-boosted topology, the amplifier input impedance can be increased while simultaneously reducing the noise. The system can be configured to record local field potentials (LFPs) and neuron spikes, respectively, with low-power consumption. With the flexible digital controller module (DCM), any subset of the recording channels can be activated for recording with independent sampling rate at each channel. A wireless interface to transmit recorded neuron data and an on-chip neuron processor to perform real-time signal processing can be incorporated in the system.

Systems for intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring

Systems, architectures, and methods of neurophysiological monitoring are described. In a particular example, an architecture may include a monitoring system and display system including two or more display devices. The monitoring system may manage the monitoring of some aspect of a patient's nervous system. A first display device is positioned adjacent the patient and viewable by a first user. A second display device is positioned apart from the patient and viewable by a second user and obscured from the first user. The first display device and the second display device may be used to display monitoring data collected by the monitoring system.

SYSTEM FOR FUNCTIONAL MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGE DATA ACQUISITION

Способ повышения саморегуляции и адаптационных резервов у лиц юношеского возраста

Изобретение относится к медицине и может быть использовано для повышения эффективности саморегуляции у лиц юношеского возраста. Способ осуществляют на основе биологической обратной связи. Курс биологической обратной связи состоит из 10-15 сеансов биоуправления общей продолжительностью 30 минут каждый с проведением сеансов 3 раза в неделю. До начала и непосредственно после каждого сеанса биоуправления проводят омегаметрию, на основании которой пациента относят к одной из четырех групп по уровню активации головного мозга. Для каждой из групп разработан специальный комплекс упражнений, техник и заданий, проводимых в течение курса биологической обратной связи, направленных на повышение саморегуляции. При этом для пациента контрольным параметром является непрерывное измерение частоты его сердечных сокращений с предъявлением значения этого параметра на экране монитора в реальном масштабе времени одновременно с целевым значением, которое нужно достичь в результате прохождения курса. Способ обеспечивает ...

КОРРЕКТИРОВКА ИНТЕНСИВНОСТИ СЕНСОРНОЙ СТИМУЛЯЦИИ ДЛЯ УСИЛЕНИЯ АКТИВНОСТИ МЕДЛЕННЫХ ВОЛН СНА

Группа изобретений относится к медицине и может быть использована для управления текущим сеансом сна субъекта. Группа изобретений представлена системами и способом управления текущим сеансом сна субъекта (12). Система (10) управления содержит один или более сенсорных стимуляторов (16), один или более датчиков (18) и один или более процессоров (20). Модули компьютерной программы содержат модуль (32) этапов сна, модуль (33) хронирования медленноволнового сна, управляющий модуль (34), модуль (36) эффективности и модуль (38) корректировки. Генерируют выходные сигналы о текущем этапе сна субъекта. Определяют текущий этап сна субъекта. Определяют, находится ли субъект в настоящее время в медленноволновом сне. Определяют отдельные периоды времени медленноволнового сна во время текущего сеанса сна. Управляют одним или более сенсорными стимуляторами для предоставления сенсорных стимулов заданной интенсивности субъекту в течение отдельных периодов времени медленноволнового сна. Определяют эффективность ...

Устройство и способ магнитной стимуляции с переменными импульсными интервалами

Группа изобретений относится к медицине, а именно к модуляции мозговой активности. Предложены устройство и способ модуляции мозговой активности с помощью повторяющейся транскраниальной магнитной стимуляции (rTMS), при этом способ предусматривает сбор набора данных EEG от млекопитающего и анализ набора данных EEG с помощью вейвлет-преобразования. В результате получают картину сигнала EEG, которая применяется для программирования устройства rTMS для передачи импульсов rTMS, характеризующихся переменными импульсными интервалами, при этом максимальное значение интенсивности импульсов rTMS находится ниже моторного порога млекопитающего. Программируемое устройство rTMS для осуществления способа содержит магнитную катушку для передачи импульсов rTMS с переменными импульсными интервалами. Группа изобретений обеспечивает достижение улучшения физиологического или клинического состояния при осуществлении повторяющейся транскраниальной магнитной стимуляции. 2 н. и 7 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил.

ОФТАЛЬМОЛОГИЧЕСКАЯ ЛИНЗА С СИСТЕМОЙ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ НЕЙРОННОЙ ЧАСТОТЫ

Diagnosis and treatment device for dealing with abnormal, physiologically and or pathologically induced, neuronal rhythmic activity within the brain, comprising control unit, stimulator and brain activity sensor

Device for modulation, as required, of physiological and or pathological neuronal rhythmic activity within the brain, comprises a control unit (4), a stimulator (1) and means for measurement of brain activity (2) that is connected to the control unit.

A DEVICE FOR INFLUENCING AN ORGANISM

PCT No. PCT/DK88/00184 Sec. 371 Date Jun. 4, 1990 Sec. 102(e) Date Jun. 4, 1990 PCT Filed Nov. 8, 1988 PCT Pub. No. WO89/04191 PCT Pub. Date May 18, 1989.A device for influencing a human or other biological or artificial organism by exposing the organism to signals which are short pulses supplied in a plurality of temporally successive series with increasing and/or decreasing frequency. The signals are acoustic, optical, mechanical and/or electrical signals. These signals allow a stimulation of cerebral waves.

Inducing brain wave patterns

Brain wave patterns associated with relaxed and meditative states in a subject are gradually induced without deleterious chemical or neurological side effects. A white noise generator (11) has the spectral noise density of its output signal modulated in a manner similar to the brain wave patterns by a switching transistor (18) within a spectrum modulator (12). The modulated white noise signal is amplified by output amplifier (13) and converted to an audio signal by acoustic transducer (14). Ramp generator (16) gradually increases the voltage received by and resultant output frequency of voltage controlled oscillator (17) whereby switching transistor (18) periodically shunts the high frequency components of the white noise signal to ground.

Mechanism to treating or Anaesthesieren of an organism with electric currents

PROCEDURE FOR AFFECTING THE ORGANISM

UNTERSUCHUNGSGERAET MIT EINER BIOLOGISCHEN RUECKKOPPLUNGSEINHEIT

DEVICE FOR THE MEASUREMENT OF BIOMEDICAL DATA OF A TEST PERSON AND A PROCEDURE FOR THE STIMULATION OF THE TEST PERSON ALSO IN REAL TIME FINISHED DATA

MEDICAL DEVICE FOR THE MODULATION OF NEURAL ACTIVITY IN THE BRAIN

A DEVICE FOR INFLUENCING AN ORGANISM

A portable monitoring device with hearing aid and EEG monitor

A portable monitoring devicecomprising a hearing aid having a housing, at least one microphone (24) for receiving ambient sound, acoustic signal processing means (43) for processing a signal from the microphone, and an acoustic output transducer (33), said portable monitoring device further comprising an EEG monitoring system for monitoring EEG signals of a person using the portable monitoring device, said EEG monitoring system being arranged at least partly in said housing, said EEG monitoring systemcomprisinga measuring unit (3) having electrodes (12) for measuring one or more EEG signals from the person carrying the EEG monitor, said electrodes (12) being arranged external to the housing or at the outer surface of the housing. Said EEG monitoring system further comprises a processing unit (42) having EEG signal processing means for analyzing the EEG signal, said processing unit being arranged in said housing, said signal processing means being adapted for, based on the EEG signal, identifying ...

Systems and methods for a wearable device for treating a health condition using ultrasound stimulation

In some aspects, a device wearable by or attached to or implanted within a person includes a sensor configured to detect an electroencephalogram (EEC) signal from the brain of the person and a transducer configured to apply to the brain a low power, substantially non-destructive ultrasound signal.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A WEARABLE DEVICE FOR SUBSTANTIALLY NON-DESTRUCTIVE ACOUSTIC STIMULATION

In some aspects, a device wearable by a person includes a sensor configured to detect a signal from the brain of the person and a transducer configured to apply to the brain an ultrasound signal. The ultrasound signal has a low power density and is substantially non-destructive with respect to tissue when applied to the brain.

VISUALIZATION SYSTEM FOR DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION

A system, method, and apparatus for a visualization system for deep brain stimulation. The visualization system comprises a camera system, a display system, and an information analyzer. The information analyzer is configured to display a group of electrodes for the deep brain stimulation on a head of a patient on the display system such that a visualization of the group of electrodes is displayed overlaid on the head of the patient in real time in a position corresponding to an actual position of the group of electrodes in a brain in the head of the patient. An operation of the group of electrodes sending an electrical signal into the head of the patient is displayed in the visualization, enabling visualizing a physical reaction of the patient to the deep brain stimulation in conjunction with the visualization of the operation of the group of electrodes.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDITATION ENHANCEMENT

A method for assisting a user with meditation includes applying, to the user, a distributor at or near a brain portion of the user; operating a signal generator to provide a signal to the brain portion the user, the signal being applied to the brain portion of the user by the distributor; and engaging in one or more meditation practices by the user while the signal is being applied to the brain portion, of the user. The signal may correspond to an electrical signal, and the distributor may include an anode and a cathode. The anode may provide the signal to the user, and the cathode may receive the signal from the user to transfer the signal back to the signal generator.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MODULATING STIMULI TO THE BRAIN WITH BIOSENSORS

Visual and auditory stimuli are provided to a patient to treat various neurological disorders or conditions and/or to provide improved mental or physical performance. The visual and auditory stimuli are provided by a wearable headset or sleep mask that may be comfortably worn by a user, such as in bed to induce sleep. The wearable headset or sleep mask includes, or works in cooperation with, sensors that determine the state of the user and modify the operation of the headset for treating various disorders or contentions.

MEDICAL DEVICES FOR THE DETECTION, PREVENTION AND/OR TREATMENT OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS, AND METHODS RELATED THERETO

BRAINWAVE ACTUATED APPARATUS

A brainwave actuated apparatus has a brainwave sensor for outputting a brainwave signal, an effector responsive to an input signal, and a controller operatively connected to an output of said brainwave sensor and a control input to said effector. The controller is adapted to determine characteristics of a brainwave signal output by said brainwave sensor and based on said characteristics, derive a control signal to output to said effector.

SYSTEM FOR EARLY DETECTION OF LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS OF PERSONS

The invention relates to a system for the early detection of life-threatening conditions of persons, wherein such risks exist, for example, due to a preceding operation. The system detects a plurality of vital parameters depending on the person to be monitored by means of a detector unit that is subsequently evaluated by an evaluation logic using a neuronal network. Individual parameters that exceed thresholds and constellations of parameters that represent a critical health condition of the person are displayed in different forms by means of a display device, depending on the risk. Said risk is determined in that the probability of the presence of a health anomaly is first determined and then evaluated.

PORTABLE MONITORING DEVICE WITH HEARING AID AND EEG MONITOR

A portable monitoring devicecomprising a hearing aid having a housing, at least one microphone (24) for receiving ambient sound, acoustic signal processing means (43) for processing a signal from the microphone, and an acoustic output transducer (33), said portable monitoring device further comprising an EEG monitoring system for monitoring EEG signals of a person using the portable monitoring device, said EEG monitoring system being arranged at least partly in said housing, said EEG monitoring systemcomprisinga measuring unit (3) having electrodes (12) for measuring one or more EEG signals from the person carrying the EEG monitor, said electrodes (12) being arranged external to the housing or at the outer surface of the housing. Said EEG monitoring system further comprises a processing unit (42) having EEG signal processing means for analyzing the EEG signal, said processing unit being arranged in said housing, said signal processing means being adapted for, based on the EEG signal, identifying ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAIN DETECTION AND COMPUTATION OF A PAIN QUANTIFICATION INDEX

A method of detecting pain in subject comprises of generating brain wave data based on brain wave activity of subject and comparing the brain wave data to reference data to generate result data. The reference data corresponds to (i) population normative data indicative of brain wave activity of first plurality of individuals in an absence of pain, (ii) population reference data indicative of brain wave activity of second plurality of individuals generated in response to pain events inflicted on second plurality of individuals, (iii) subjective population reference data indicative of brain wave activity of third plurality of individuals reporting a sensation of pain, and/or (iv) population of reference data indicative of brain wave activity of fourth population of individuals following an intervention which has changed a subjective report of pain in combination with determining a presence of pain experienced by subject as a function of the result data.

ULTRA HIGH IMPEDANCE SENSOR WITH APPLICATIONS IN NEUROSENSING

A sensor circuit usable with capacitive sensors in an electrical potential sensing network is provided. The sensor circuit provides bias current while maintaining a high input impedance for signals in a frequency band of interest by positive feedback of a filtered measurement through a finite impedance. The sensor circuits are suited for technologies such as, but not limited to electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG) and electrocardiograms (ECG). A neurofeedback system utilizing the capacitive conduction sensor is also described.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MEDIA GUIDANCE APPLICATIONS CONFIGURED TO MONITOR BRAIN ACTIVITY

Methods and systems are disclosed herein for a media guidance application that may monitor the brain activity of a user and determine a first brain state of the user based on the brain activity, in which the first brain state corresponds to a first mood. The media guidance application may also select a second brain state that corresponds to a second mood of the user. In response to determining the first brain state does not correspond to the second brain state, the media, guidance application, may generate a display of a media asset to the user that is associated with inducing the second brain state.

Electroencephalic Neurofeedback Apparatus and Methods for Training and Tracking of Cognitive States

EXERCISE TRAINING SYSTEM

A training system, kit, and method including a weighted wearable equipment, e.g. gloves, having a sensor (e.g. accelerometers, gyroscopes, photoelectric sensors, position sensors, tilt sensors, pressure sensors, temperature sensors, blood pressure sensors, heart rate monitors, and SpO2 sensors) and including a weight enhancement (e.g. weight bodies in closed pockets); a non-weighted wearable equipment of the same type as the weighted wearable equipment, the non-weighted wearable equipment having a sensor and. not including a weight enhancement; and a training application in functional communication with each of the weighted wearable equipment and the non-weighted wearable equipment and having a data processor that includes instructions for: analyzing data received from the sensor of each of the weighted wearable equipment and the non-weighted wearable equipment and generating predictive information derived from exercise training data from the sensors.

Single trial detection in encephalography

An EEG cap (8) having 64 or 128 electrodes (10) is placed on the head of the subject (11) who is viewing CRT monitor (14). The signals on each channel are amplified by amplifier (17) and sent to an analog-to-digital converter (20). PC (23) captures and records the amplified signals and the signals are processed by signal processing PC (26) performing linear signal processing. The resulting signal is sent back to a feedback/display PC (29) having monitor (14).

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR LOCALIZATION OF BRAIN FUNCTION RELATED APPLICATIONS

A method of simulating the activity of the human nervous system includes providing a networked server for access by a user of a general purpose computer, with a database having predetermined data on human nervous system activity being in communication with the networked server. User information is input into the general purpose computer which is correlated with data in the networked database to determine what part of the human nervous system is impacted by the user information input. The general purpose computer displays a simulated image of a portion of the human nervous system and animates the impacted part of the human nervous system determined in the correlation.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF NEURAL DISEASES AND DISORDERS

The invention disclosed herein relates to methods and systems for modulating activity of a nervous system component. Neural pattern recognition is used to identify a neurological and/or psychiatric disease or disorder based on input generated by electric signals indicative of the subject's brain activity. In an embodiment, the method comprises receiving an input from one or more sensors, each sensor configured to sense a particular characteristic indicative of a neurological or psychiatric condition or state; developing treatment parameters based on the input received from the one or more sensors; and generating neural modulation signals for delivery to a nervous system component through one or more output devices in accordance with one or more developed treatment parameters.

PREFRONTAL-BASED COGNITIVE BRAIN-MACHINE INTERFACING APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF

Provided are prefrontal-based brain-machine interfacing apparatus and a method thereof. The apparatus includes a brainwave measurement device configured to measure a prefrontal brainwave signal of a subject, and a processor configured to execute a cognitive brain-machine interface program stored in a memory, the processor pinpoints a brain cortical region generating the corresponding prefrontal brainwave signal among previously assigned multiple subdivisions of a prefrontal area, measures the sensor-level brain activity, extracts a prefrontal cortical-level activity pattern by computing source localization and calculating causal connectivity among two or more previously assigned brain regions on the basis of the degree of corresponding sensor-level brain activities, inputs the prefrontal activity pattern into a classifier which is previously generated by machine learning of multiple prefrontal activity patterns of the subject to identify one of the preset control conditions, and generates ...

SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR PROACTIVELY INFLUENCING BRAINWAVES

An apparatus designed to induce brainwave synchronization in order to reduce or eliminate anxiety attacks, prevent stress and achieve desired brainwave states is disclosed. In operation, the device uses amplitude and frequency characteristics of stored .wav files containing isochronic or other tones to generate signals that are transmitted to the user through a variety of emission techniques including vibration, electrical, photic, and audial. The signals imparted to the user's cranium tend to be mimicked or followed such that the user's brainwave state is altered by the transmission of the desired signals. In various embodiments, the device and system may also possess bio-feedback and electroencephalogram capabilities. The device records metrics and usage data through a communications link with the user's smartphone, tablet or other device.

DISPLAY DEVICES AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A DISPLAY DEVICE

According to various embodiments, a display device may be provided. The display device may include: a receiver configured to receive user data based on an electroencephalography measurement; at least one light source; and a controller configured to control the at least one light source based on the user data.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEASUREMENT AND VISUAL FEEDBACK OF PHYSIOLOGIC SIGNALS THROUGH HEADWORN DEVICE

An apparatus for obtaining EEG signals utilizes adjustable arms and EEG sensors mounted on an adjustable frame adapted to fit the head of an individual.

Personalized closed-loop pulsed transcranial stimulation system for cognitive enhancement

A system for closed-loop pulsed transcranial stimulation for cognitive enhancement. During operation, the system identifies a region of interest (ROI) in a subject's brain and then estimates ROI source activations based on the estimated source of the ROI. It is then determined if a subject is in a bad encoding state based on the ROI source activations. Finally, one or more electrodes are activated to apply a pulsed transcranial stimulation (tPS) therapy when the subject is in a bad encoding state, a predefined external event or behavior occurs, or the subject is in a consolidation state during sleep.

Method and apparatus for recording an electroencephalogram during transcranial magnetic stimulation

A system for monitoring an electroencephalogram of a patient during administration of transcranial magnetic stimulation including a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) system, an electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring system, and a control system, coupled between the EEG S system and the TMS system, that responds to signals provided by the EEG system and controls the TMS system wherein timing of operation of the TMS system does not need to be synchronized to timing of operation of the EEG system. A conductive plastic electrode system for use with the EEG monitoring system is also provided.

Система и способ формирования команд управления на основании биоэлектрических данных оператора

Группа изобретений относится к медицине, а именно к управлению внешним средством на основании биоэлектрических данных. Предложена система для реализации способа, содержащая: средство сбора биоэлектрических данных при мысленном выполнении оператором по меньшей мере одного из заданных действий; средство выделения признаков, описывающих полученные биоэлектрические данные оператора, в собранных биоэлектрических данных на основании заданного правила выделения признаков; средство определения шаблонов действия, соответствующего указанному мысленно выполненному действию, средство формирования команд управления на основании полученного шаблона действия с обеспечением ее передачи на управляемое внешнее средство, при этом указанная система дополнительно содержит средство переобучения, которое в случае, если отличие параметров указанной команды управления, передаваемой на управляемое внешнее средство, от параметров соответствующей эталонной команды управления этим внешним средством, больше заданного ...

СПОСОБ РЕАБИЛИТАЦИИ БОЛЬНЫХ ПОСЛЕ ИНСУЛЬТА ИЛИ ТРАВМЫ С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ РОБОТИЗИРОВАННОГО КОМПЛЕКСА, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩЕГО ЭКЗОСКЕЛЕТ КОНЕЧНОСТИ ЧЕЛОВЕКА, УПРАВЛЯЕМЫЙ ЧЕРЕЗ ИНТЕРФЕЙС МОЗГ-КОМПЬЮТЕР ПОСРЕДСТВОМ ВООБРАЖЕНИЯ ДВИЖЕНИЙ

Изобретение относится к области медицины, в частности к неврологии. Предъявляют пациенту задание по кинестетическому воображению движения конечности, Анализируют паттерны мозговой активности пациента, возникающие при воображаемом движении. Передают данные в компьютер для выделения сигналов, ответственных за воображение движения. Предъявляют пациенту по зрительной обратной связи результаты распознавания выполняемого задания в виде метки на экране. По изменению метки определяют правильность выполнения задания. При этом результаты распознавания выполняемого задания по кинестетическому воображению движения паретичной конечности дополнительно предъявляют по тактильной и проприоцептивной обратной связи посредством экзоскелета, надетого на паретичную конечность пациента. При правильном распознавании выполняемого задания экзоскелетом перемещают конечность в направлении воображаемого движения, а при неправильном результате - в противоположном направлении. Способ позволяет увеличить эффективность ...

СПОСОБ РЕАБИЛИТАЦИИ БОЛЬНЫХ ПОСЛЕ ИНСУЛЬТА ИЛИ ТРАВМЫ С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ РОБОТИЗИРОВАННОГО КОМПЛЕКСА, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩЕГО ЭКЗОСКЕЛЕТ КОНЕЧНОСТИ ЧЕЛОВЕКА, УПРАВЛЯЕМЫЙ ЧЕРЕЗ ИНТЕРФЕЙС МОЗГ-КОМПЬЮТЕР ПОСРЕДСТВОМ ВООБРАЖЕНИЯ ДВИЖЕНИЙ

СОЕДИНИТЕЛИ И КОРПУС ДЛЯ ПРЕДМЕТА ЛИЧНОЙ ГИГИЕНЫ С ЦИФРОВЫМ ЭЛЕМЕНТОМ

Описан предмет личной гигиены с цифровым элементом. В одном варианте осуществления узел проводящего датчика размещен внутри предмета личной гигиены, который включает в себя один или более датчиков влажности, которые генерируют сигнал о сопротивлении и/или емкости, указывающий уровень насыщения предмета личной гигиены при смачивающем контакте с менструальной текучей средой. 16 з.п. ф-лы, 18 ил.

VERFAHREN ZUM BEEINFLUSSEN DES ORGANISMUS

System for use in improving cognitive function

A system comprising an EEG headcap, personal computer and cloud server system is configured to deliver a customised programme of activities to a user, based on an analysis of the EEG output from the user. The system is indicated in the treatment of mild cognitive disorder and early-stage dementia.

System for monitoring brain wave activity

DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR THE FEEDBACK OF ELEKTROENZAPHALOGRAPHIE SIGNALS

INSPECTION EQUIPMENT WITH A BIOLOGICAL FEEDBACK UNIT

System for the early detection of life-threatening conditions of persons

The invention relates to a system for the early detection of life-threatening conditions of persons, wherein such risks exist, for example, due to a preceding operation. The system detects a plurality of vital parameters depending on the person to be monitored by means of a detector unit that is subsequently evaluated by an evaluation logic using a neuronal network. Individual parameters that exceed thresholds and constellations of parameters that represent a critical health condition of the person are displayed in different forms by means of a display device, depending on the risk. Said risk is determined in that the probability of the presence of a health anomaly is first determined and then evaluated.

Ultra high impedance sensor with applications in neurosensing

A sensor circuit usable with capacitive sensors in an electrical potential sensing network is provided. The sensor circuit provides bias current while maintaining a high input impedance for signals in a frequency band of interest by positive feedback of a filtered measurement through a finite impedance. The sensor circuits are suited for technologies such as, but not limited to electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG) and electrocardiograms (ECG). A neurofeedback system utilizing the capacitive conduction sensor is also described.

Stroke rehabilitation method and system using a brain-computer interface (BCI)

A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) based rehabilitation system and method is described in which an auditory or visual stimulus is provided to a user instructing them to imagine performing a physical action with a body part such as a hand during a trial period. A BCI processes the electroencephalography (EEG) signals to perform feature extraction and then feature translation (classification) to determine if the user intended to perform the action. If the intension was detected the body part is incrementally moved to provide proprioceptive feedback to the user. The feedback process is repeated at a Feedback Update Interval (FUI) of 100ms or less. Preferably a reaction time test is used to determine the optimal FUI for an individual where shorter FUIs used for shorter reaction times. In one embodiment, if the user has slow reaction times, the FUI is initially between 100ms and 1000ms and gradually decreased over a series of sessions until the FUI is less than 100ms.

IN-EAR EEG DEVICE AND BRAIN-COMPUTER INTERFACES

An in-ear EEG device is provided. The in-ear EEG device comprises an over-ear support arm coupled to an enclosure, and an earpiece coupled to the enclosure. The enclosure has a power switch, an analog output, a power input, and a processor. The processor is configured to receive EEG data and generate output data for the analog output. The earpiece collects the EEG data and transmits the EEG data to the processor.

NON-INVASIVE SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE DETECTION AND MODULATION OF A USER'S MENTAL STATE THROUGH AWARENESS OF PRIMING EFFECTS

A non-invasive system and method are provided. Brain activity of a user is detected using a non-invasive brain interface when the user is exposed to an external stimulus. The user is determined to be negatively primed by the external stimulus based on the detected brain activity. An alert that the user is being negatively primed by the external stimulus is automatically provided. A tagged training session may be automatically provided to the user in response determining that the user has a negative mental state, thereby promoting a positive mental state of the user. A training session list containing the tagged training session may be automatically modified based on the determined mental state of the user.

NEUROFEEDBACK HEADGEAR FOR MONITORING BRAIN ACTIVITY

A neurofeedback headgear is provided. The neurofeedback headgear comprises a head receiving portion, a brim portion, an EEG sensor assembly and an emitter. The EEG sensor assembly includes one or more sensing electrodes located on the inner side of the head receiving portion, for contacting the forehead of the user and sensing brain activity when the headgear is worn. The EEG sensor assembly also includes a microcontroller in communication with the sensing electrodes, the microcontroller being mounted to the inner side of the head receiving portion and concealed under the concealing layer. The emitter emits a visual feedback according to the state of brain activity determined by the microcontroller, the visual feedback being located within a field of vision of the user when the headgear is worn by the user.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR THERAPEUTIC NEUROMODULATION

Systems, methods and computer-readable media are disclosed for providing therapeutic auditory stimulation. Consistent with disclosed embodiments, a system for providing therapeutic auditory stimulation may comprise a diagnostic unit that computes an EEG spectral density of a patient and a heart rate spectral density of a patient and provides values for one or more EEG frequency bands and one or more heart rate frequency bands. The system may also comprise a therapy unit that generates, based on the provided values, one or more stimulation vvaveforms corresponding to one or more of the EEG frequency bands and provides the stimulation waveforms for therapeutic auditory stimulation. The stimulation waveforms may comprise audible carrier frequencies modulated by signals with frequencies that vary exponentially with time. The EEG frequency bands may comprise the delta, theta, alpha, beta 1, beta 2, and gamma EEG frequency hands.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR NEUROSTIMULATION ELECTRODE CONFIGURATIONS BASED ON NEURAL LOCALIZATION

Methods and systems for obtaining and analyzing electromyography responses of electrodes of an implanted neurostimulation lead for use neurostimulation programming are provided herein. System setups for neural localization and/or programming include a clinician programmer coupleable with a temporary or permanent lead implantable in a patient and at least one pair of EMG sensing electrodes minimally invasively positioned on a skin surface or within the patient. The clinician programmer is configured to determine a plurality of recommended electrode configurations based on thresholds and EMG responses of the plurality of electrodes and rank the electrode configuration according to pre-determined criteria. The clinician programmer further includes graphical user interface on which the plurality of recommended electrode configurations are displayed for modification and/or selection by a clinician in programming an IPG or EPG coupled with the lead to apply a neurostimulation treatment according ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR NEUROSTIMULATION ELECTRODE CONFIGURATIONS BASED ON NEURAL LOCALIZATION

Methods and systems for obtaining and analyzing electromyography responses of electrodes of an implanted neurostimulation lead for use neurostimulation programming are provided herein. System setups for neural localization and/or programming include a clinician programmer coupleable with a temporary or permanent lead implantable in a patient and at least one pair of EMG sensing electrodes minimally invasively positioned on a skin surface or within the patient. The clinician programmer is configured to determine a plurality of recommended electrode configurations based on thresholds and EMG responses of the plurality of electrodes and rank the electrode configuration according to pre-determined criteria. The clinician programmer further includes graphical user interface on which the plurality of recommended electrode configurations are displayed for modification and/or selection by a clinician in programming an IPG or EPG coupled with the lead to apply a neurostimulation treatment according ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAIN DETECTION AND COMPUTATION OF A PAIN QUANTIFICATION INDEX

A method of detecting pain in subject comprises of generating brain wave data based on brain wave activity of subject and comparing the brain wave da ta to reference data to generate result data. The reference data corresponds to (i) population normative data indicative of brain wave activity of first plurality of individuals in an absence of pain, (ii) population reference d ata indicative of brain wave activity of second plurality of individuals gen erated in response to pain events inflicted on second plurality of individua ls, (iii) subjective population reference data indicative of brain wave acti vity of third plurality of individuals reporting a sensation of pain, and/or (iv) population of reference data indicative of brain wave activity of four th population of individuals following an intervention which has changed a s ubjective report of pain in combination with determining a presence of pain experienced by subject as a function of the result data.

BINAURAL BEAT AUGMENTED BIOFEEDBACK SYSTEM

A biofeedback system that incorporates binaural beat technology to augment the EEG feedback provided to the trainee. Specifically, the system will provide binaural beats at the frequency of the brain's naturally occurring peak energy in the EEG band or bands subject to the biofeedback.

ANALYSIS OF BRAIN PATTERNS USING TEMPORAL MEASURES

A set of brain data representing a time series of neurophysiologic activi ty acquired by spatially distributed sensors arranged to detect neural signa ling of a brain (such as by the use of magnetoencephalography) is obtained. The set of brain data is processed to obtain a dynamic brain model based on a set of statistically-independent temporal measures, such as partial cross correlations, among groupings of different time series within the set of bra in data. The dynamic brain model represents interactions between neural popu lations of the brain occurring close in time, such as with zero lag, for exa mple. The dynamic brain model can be analyzed to obtain the neurophysiologic assessment of the brain. Data processing techniques may be used to assess s tructural or neurochemical brain pathologies.

EEG BASED ACTIVATION SYSTEM

The invention concerns an EEG based activation system that may be used to turn an appliance ON or OFF. EEG signals have been used for control purposes using biofeedback methods. However, the drawbacks of this are the learning time required by a subject which may take days or months. The present invention provides a simplified EEG based system for activation of an appliance. The system has an input port to receive electrical signals from scalp electrodes (2, 3), an amplifier (5) to amplify the signals, a bandpass filter (6) to filter the signals and a signal averager (8) to smooth out the signals. Furthermore, the signal averager integrates any received signal in the passband of the filter and provides a ramping output, and the integrating time constant being between one and five seconds.

Multiple channel phase integrating biofeedback computer

Multiple monopolar electrical contacts are applied to the scalp or body, using other points on the body as reference and ground. The brain muscle or other bioelectric waves conducted from each contact, relative to the reference point, are amplified, filtered, and instantaneously analyzed to produce a signal which may be perceived by the person or persons generating the bioelectric waves. This sensory feedback signal simultaneously may communicate to the generating party or parties the ongoing fluctuations in frequency, amplitude, and phase unity among two or more biological rhythms occuring within an individual, couple, or group of persons. The feedback signal may be used as an aid to establish awareness and control over the functions monitored, as an aid to meditation, as an aid to learning to flexibly and easily establish or dissolve the various states of attention and consciousness associated with the signaled characteristics of the monitored brainwaves or muscle potentials and as an ...

Methods for Independent Entrainment of Visual Field Zones

An entrainment method for stimulation, of a visual field in a subject includes presenting a visual stimulation field to a subject the visual stimulation field disposed at a distance of at least about 6 inches from the subject; and flashing at least one zone of the visual stimulation, field for a selected duration and at a selected flash frequency.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDITATION ENHANCEMENT

A method for assisting a user with meditation includes applying, to the user, a distributor at or near a brain portion of the user; operating a signal generator to provide a signal to the brain portion the user, the signal being applied to the brain portion of the user by the distributor; and engaging in one or more meditation practices by the user while the signal is being applied to the brain portion of the user. The signal may correspond to an electrical signal, and the distributor may include an anode and a cathode. The anode may provide the signal to the user, and the cathode may receive the signal from the user to transfer the signal back to the signal generator.

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ ТИТРОВАНИЯ РЕЖИМА ФОТОТЕРАПИИ С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ ПОКАЗАНИЙ ЭЛЕКТРОЭНЦЕФАЛОГРАММЫ (ЭЭГ) В РЕАЛЬНОМ ВРЕМЕНИ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике. Система для предоставления светового лечения субъекту в то время, когда субъект спит, включает в себя маску для сна, содержащую экран для покрытия глаз субъекта, крепление на голову для закрепления экрана в месте на лице субъекта, размещенные в экране световые модули для предоставления излучения к глазам субъекта, размещенные в экране и/или в креплении для головы ЭЭГ-электроды, и процессор (42), взаимодействующий со световыми модулями и ЭЭГ-электродами. Процессор управляет световыми модулями для испускания излучения, принимает выходные сигналы от ЭЭГ-электродов и настраивает параметры светолечения на основании принятых выходных сигналов. Нижняя поверхность экрана направлена в сторону субъекта в процессе использования. Расположенный на нижней поверхности экрана амортизирующий слой сформирован из проводящего пеноматериала, формирует наиболее близкую к субъекту поверхность и входит в контакт с лицом субъекта в процессе использования. Электроды сформированы ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ МОНИТОРИНГА СИГНАТУРЫ ВОЛНЫ МОЗГА ПОЗНАВАТЕЛЬНОГО СОСТОЯНИЯ ЛИЧНОСТИ И СПОСОБ ДЛЯ ЕГО РЕАЛИЗАЦИИ

Система биологической обратной связи предусматривает детектирование биоэлектрических сигналов в диапазоне 0-90 Гц. Биоэлектрический сигнал усиливают с помощью предварительного усилителя. Составную амплитуду усиленного сигнала вычисляют с помощью быстрого Фурье-преобразования усиленного сигнала для вычисления амплитуд частотных полос в диапазоне детектируемого сигнала. Конкретные частотные полосы, представляющие интерес, могут быть выбраны и представлены на дисплее компьютера. Дисплей дает возможность тренировки лица, подвергающегося мониторингу, с помощью аудио- или вербальной обратной связи. 2 с. и 6 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил.

СПОСОБ ВОЗДЕЙСТВИЯ НА ОРГАНИЗМ

Изобретение относится к медицине и может быть использовано для биоадаптивной коррекции функционального состояния человека, преимущественно при нарушении сна, болезненных ощущениях тревоги, при депрессивных состояниях и т. д. Сущность способа заключается в том, что внешнее звуковое воздействие осуществляют в виде генерирования музыкальных звуков путем параметрического изменения их высоты, громкости и длительности в критериальной зависимости от изменения дискретно-текущего значения характерного обобщенного параметра частотного спектра преобразованного биосигнала - биоэлектрического потенциала. При этом из зарегистрированной графической информации о биоэлектрической активности выделяют временные интервалы одинаковой длительности, преобразуют их по методу Фурье в частотный спектр, определяют для каждого спектрального интервала обобщенный безразмерный параметр, в числовом промежутке между минимальным и максимальным значениями этого параметра выстраивают пропорциональную шкалу параметров музыкального ...

СПОСОБ ДЛЯ ОТСЛЕЖИВАНИЯ ПСИХОЭМОЦИОНАЛЬНЫХ СОСТОЯНИЙ ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ И ИХ КОРРЕКЦИИ

Изобретение относится к медицине, а именно к способу для отслеживания психоэмоциональных состояний пользователя и их коррекции. При этом портативный нейроинтерфейс в режиме снятия данных электроэнцефалограммы головного мозга (ЭЭГ) проводит опросы головного мозга пользователя. Собранные ЭЭГ-данные пользователя передают по каналу связи Bluetooth на вычислительное устройство для дальнейшей обработки. Вычислительное устройство получает ЭЭГ-данные с нейроусилителя, фильтрует и предобрабатывает их посредством фильтра Баттерворта четвертого порядка. Отфильтрованные и предобработанные данные классифицируют. Для вычисления психоэмоциональных и психофизиологических состояний используют механизм индивидуальной калибровки, в процессе которого пользователь проходит цикл: 20 секунд закрытых глаз, 20 секунд открытых глаз, 20 секунд закрытых глаз, 20 секунд открытых глаз, 40 секунд спокойного бодрствования. В процессе калибровки вычисляют следующие значения: величина индивидуального пика Альфа-ритма (iAPF ...

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ НЕЙРОТРЕНИНГА С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ ИГРОВОЙ СРЕДЫ

Группа изобретений относится к медицине, а именно к системе и способу для развития моторных и когнитивных функций пользователя путем нейротренинга. Система содержит средства регистрации многоканальных ЭЭГ пользователя, усиления, передачи и обработки многоканальных ЭЭГ, а также средства вычисления и визуализации параметров нейрональной обратной связи по многоканальным ЭЭГ. Система содержит средства реализации искусственной среды для выполнения тренировочных действий пользователя и средства визуального отображения тренировочных действий пользователя в искусственной среде. Искусственная среда выполнена игровой с возможностью изменения в соответствии с запросом пользователя. При этом обеспечивают автоматическую генерацию виртуального игрового эпизода для искусственной игровой среды по представленному в виде видеофайла реальному эпизоду игры. Вычисляют и визуализируют параметры нейрональной обратной связи. Определяют момент начала расчета системой параметров нейрональной обратной связи. Выполняют ...

ВВЕДЕНИЕ МЕДИЦИНСКИХ УСТРОЙСТВ В ЧЕРЕП ПО НЕОРТОГОНАЛЬНЫМ И ОРТОГОНАЛЬНЫМ ТРАЕКТОРИЯМ И СПОСОБЫ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ

... 1. Устройство, выполненное с возможностью создания эффекта или сбора данных о целевой точке в живом организме, содержащее:один или несколько стволов, выполненных с возможностью их введения через кожу, мышцу, ткань, кость, или череп в точке доступа; ипо меньшей мере один компонент, содержащий эффектор или датчик, связанный с указанным одним или каждым из указанных нескольких стволов, причем каждый из указанного по меньшей мере одного компонента соединен с соответствующим стволом посредством одного или нескольких из: размещения внутри, прохождения через, или прикрепления к указанному одному или каждому из указанных нескольких стволов;причем указанный один или каждый из указанных нескольких стволов и связанный с ним компонент выполнены с возможностью введения под углом между, включительно, параллельным касательной к поверхности в точке доступа и перпендикулярным касательной к поверхности в точке доступа;причем указанный один или каждый из указанных нескольких стволов выполнен с возможностью ...

Visual drive control method and apparatus with multi phase encoding

A visual drive control method with multi-phase encoding includes the following steps. A plurality of flickering sequences are generated by an encoding process according to a reference phase and a plurality of shifting phases divided in time division under at least one phase shift state, then a display unit is driven to display corresponding optical images. An optic nerve of an organism is evoked by the optical images, such that the organism generates a corresponding biological signal. Next, a computation process is performed to a digital biological signal converted from the biological signal to acquire an average captured reference phase and an average captured shifting phase of the digital biological signal. Then, the frequencies and the phase states of the digital biological signal and the flickering sequences are compared to output a corresponding control signal. A visual drive control apparatus with multi-phase encoding is disclosed herein.

Apparatus and a method for performing a safe stimulation of a person

The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method for stimulating a person, wherein said apparatus comprises: at least one stimulation signal generator which generates a stimulation signal which is applied to said person; at least one detector for detecting a physiological signal derived from said person in response to said stimulation signal; and a monitoring unit which controls a safety switch to terminate automatically the application of said stimulation signal to said person, if a critical state of said person is recognized in response to the detected physiological signal.

Brainavatar

The BrainAvatar of the present invention is a combination of hardware, software and data communications devices used to implement and integrate a full featured electroencephalogram (EEG) based neurofeedback training system. The BrainAvatar is a single platform for blending EEG, Live Z-score Training (LZT), MINI-Q, whole head QEEG, mapping and all types of neurofeedback. Patient evaluation, assessment and training can now be done in a single integrated system that supports industry standards.

System and Method for Providing and Aggregating Biosignals and Action Data

A method and system for providing and aggregating bioelectrical signal data comprising: providing a stimulus configured to prompt an action in both a first user and a second user; at a first biosignal detector and a second biosignal detector, automatically collecting a first bioelectrical signal dataset from the first user as the first user performs the action and a second bioelectrical signal dataset from the second user as the second user performs the action; generating a first anonymized bioelectrical signal dataset from the first bioelectrical signal dataset and a second anonymized bioelectrical signal dataset from the second bioelectrical signal dataset; coupling the first and the second anonymized bioelectrical signal datasets with an action tag characterizing the action; and generating an analysis based upon the first the second anonymized bioelectrical signal datasets. An embodiment of the system comprises a biosignal detector and a processor configured to implement an embodiment of the method.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (tms) methods and apparatus

Method and devices are provided for treating subjects with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). According to some approaches, the methods and devices are configured for the treatment of ongoing seizures. Other approaches relate to the use of TMS as an antiepileptogenic or for use in determining preferential placement of intracranial probes.

Expanded frequency electroencephalography/electrocardiography light apparatus and method of use

The invention is an apparatus and method that measures expanded frequencies of electromagnetic activity in a user's brain and heart. The apparatus includes a computer, a display screen, a software program for rapid measurement and digital display of the users electromagnetic brain and heart frequencies above about 500 Hz, a plurality of EEG sensors and an EKG sensor that are connected to the computer.

Methods and systems for neural stimulation via visual stimulation

Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for treating cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof. The system can include eyeglasses, a photodiode positioned to detect ambient light, light sources, and an input device. The system can include a neural stimulation system that retrieves a profile and selects a light pattern having a fixed parameter and a variable parameter. The neural stimulation system can set a value of the variable parameter of the light pattern, construct an output signal, and then provide the output signal to the light sources to direct light towards the fovea.

System and method for continual decoding of brain states to multi-degree-of-freedom control signals in hands free devices

A brain-machine interface system configured to decode neural signals to control a target device includes a sensor to sample the neural signals, and a computer-readable storage medium having software instructions, which, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to transform the neural signals into a common representational space stored in the system, provide the common representational space as a state representation to inform an Actor recurrent neural network policy of the system, generate and evaluate, utilizing a deep recurrent neural network of the system having a generative sequence decoder, predictive sequences of control signals, supply a control signal to the target device to achieve an output of the target device, determine an intrinsic biometric-based reward signal, from the common representational space, based on an expectation of the output of the target device, and supply the intrinsic biometric-based reward signal to a Critic model of the system.

Systems and methods for brain state capture and referencing

Systems and methods for brain state capture and referencing are provided. In some embodiments, the method comprises receiving first raw electroencephalograph (EEG) data of a user from at least one EEG sensor; processing the first raw EEG data of the user; generating a current brain state based on the processed first raw EEG data; receiving a selection of a target brain state, wherein the target brain state was previously generated by processing second raw EEG data; responsive to receiving the selection, generating a comparison of the current brain state and the target brain state; and presenting an output to the user based on the comparison, wherein the output comprises at least one of: a visual output; an aural output; and a tactile output.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INCORPORATING PHYSIOLOGICAL SELF-REGULATION CHALLENGE INTO GEOSPATIAL SCENARIO GAMES AND/OR SIMULATIONS

A method of providing physiological self-regulation challenges prior to participating in a series of activities or exercises at a series of predefined locations includes determining a physiological goal associated with each location. A sensing device measures a physiological state of a user, and a mobile communication device communicates to a user whether or not the user has achieved the physiological goal for the challenge. The level of difficulty of the physiological goal may be reduced if the user does not meet the goal. The physiological goal may comprise a brain state that is conducive to learning, and the sensing device may be configured to measure brain state values representing cognitive engagement. Upon achievement of each physiological goal, the participant is provided with a reward such as information concerning the current predefined location and/or information concerning the next predefined location. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising computer-executable instructions that when executed by a processor , cause the processor to at least:provide a series of physiological self-regulation challenges for a participant, with each of the physiological self-regulation challenges separate but related to a respective one of a series of predefined activities for the participant, with the predefined activities each at a respective predefined spaced-apart location and related to a respective one of the physiological self-regulation skills;receive respective physiological self-regulation goals for the self-regulation challenges, wherein the physiological self-regulation goals comprise achieving by self-regulation a respective target brain state conducive to learning or problem solving, and wherein the target brain states are selected for enhanced performing of the respective predefined activities;receive a current location of the participant is within a range of one of the predefined spaced apart locations, determine the predefined activity ...

Personalized closed-loop pulsed transcranial stimulation system for cognitive enhancement

A system for closed-loop pulsed transcranial stimulation for cognitive enhancement. During operation, the system identifies a region of interest (ROI) in a subject's brain and then estimates ROI source activations based on the estimated source of the ROI. It is then determined if a subject is in a bad encoding state based on the ROI source activations. Finally, one or more electrodes are activated to apply a pulsed transcranial stimulation (tPS) therapy when the subject is in a bad encoding state, a predefined external event or behavior occurs, or the subject is in a consolidation state during sleep.

Preventing access to potentially hazardous environments

A method, computer system, and a computer program product for managing a plurality of electronic devices controlling access to one or more hazards in a physical environment. The present invention may include detecting a plurality of brain-wave patterns associated with a user. The present invention may then, in response to detecting motion of the user and the plurality of brain-wave patterns associated with the user matching a pattern, include operating at least one electronic device to disable access to a corresponding hazard. The present invention may further include operating the at least one electronic device to enable access to the corresponding hazard based on receiving input from the user to enable the at least one electronic device, wherein the input being received from the user is in response to prompting the user to correctly respond to a question previously answered by the user.

Methods and systems for media guidance applications configured to monitor brain activity

Methods and systems are disclosed herein for a media guidance application that may monitor the brain activity of a user and determine a first brain state of the user based on the brain activity, in which the first brain state corresponds to a first mood. The media guidance application may also select a second brain state that corresponds to a second mood of the user. In response to determining the first brain state does not correspond to the second brain state, the media guidance application may generate a display of a media asset to the user that is associated with inducing the second brain state.

Biosignal headphones

There are described headphones comprising earcups to be placed about ears of a user, with a headband linking the earcups and to be extending above a head of the user. A flexible band distinct from the headband is secured below the headband for contact with the head of the user. Removable headband sensors are embedded in the flexible band and have a portion thereof protruding downwardly from the flexible band to reach the scalp. The flexible band has a flexibility which makes the flexible band deform under the weight of the earcups to conform with the head of the user to ensure high quality contact between the headband electrodes and the scalp. There are further provided earcup electrodes on the earcups for contact with a region on or behind an ear of the user. Signals from the electrodes can be used for different purposes such as concentration monitoring and feedback.

System and method for reversing the effects of paralysis

A method and system for applying therapeutic stimulation to a patient stricken with paralysis or other condition. The inventive method includes the steps of: inserting an acupuncture needle against the spine of the patient and applying an electrical potential to the needle with a signal that mimics natural neural impulses in the body. The needle is located depending on the nature of the patient's condition. In the illustrative application, the needle is inserted against the ligamentum flavum of the patient's spine at L3. In the best mode, the patient's legs are moved during the application of the electrical potential. The inventive system is adapted to minimize a notch reaction and includes an electrode inserted into a tissue of the patient and a circuit for applying an electrical potential to the electrodes with a signal that mimics natural neural impulses in the body.

MOTOR IMAGERY ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAM SIGNAL PROCESSING METHOD, DEVICE, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

This disclosure discloses a method and apparatus for processing a motor MI-EEG signal and a storage medium. The method includes: inputting a source MI-EEG signal belonging to a source domain and a target MI-EEG signal belonging to a target domain to an initial feature extraction model to obtain first source MI features and first target MI features; inputting the first source MI features to an initial classification model to obtain a first classification result outputted by the initial classification model, the first classification result representing an action predicted to be performed in the source MI-EEG signal; and adjusting a model parameter of the initial feature extraction model and/or a model parameter of the initial classification model when a certain condition (set) is met. 1. A method for processing a motor imagery (MI) electroencephalogram (EEG) signal , performed by an electronic device , the method comprising:inputting a source MI-EEG signal belonging to a source domain and a target MI-EEG signal belonging to a target domain to an initial feature extraction model to obtain first source MI features representing the source MI-EEG signal and first target MI features representing the target MI-EEG signal;inputting the first source MI features to an initial classification model to obtain a first classification result outputted by the initial classification model, the first classification result representing an action predicted to be performed in the source MI-EEG signal; and a first known action corresponding to the source MI-EEG signal is inconsistent with the action predicted to be performed of the source MI-EEG signal, or', 'a similarity between a feature distribution of the first source MI features and a feature distribution of the first target MI features is less than a first predetermined threshold,, 'adjusting a model parameter of the initial feature extraction model and/or a model parameter of the initial classification model to obtain a target ...

MULTIPLE FREQUENCY NEUROFEEDBACK BRAIN WITH WAVE TRAINING TECHNIQUES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Methods, systems, and techniques for providing neurofeedback and for training brain wave function are provided. Example embodiments provide a Brain Training Feedback System (“BTFS”), which enables participants involved in brain training activities to learn to evoke/increase or suppress/inhibit certain brain wave activity based upon the desired task at hand. In one embodiment, the BTFS provides a brain/computer interaction feedback loop which monitors and measures EEG signals (brain activity) received from participant and provides feedback to participant. The BTFS may use an FFT based system or machine learning engines to deconstruct and classify brain wave signals. The machine learning based BTFS enable optimized feedback and rewards, adaptive feedback, and an ability to trigger interventions to assist in desired brain transitions. 1. A computer-facilitated method in a neurofeedback system for multiple brain wave training of a brain of a participant comprising:determining a first feedback modality corresponding to a first type of brain wave characterized by a first frequency range and a first threshold corresponding to the first type of brain wave;determining a second feedback modality corresponding to a second type of brain wave characterized by a second frequency range distinct from the first frequency range and a second threshold corresponding to the second type of brain wave; and receiving an indication of a brain wave signal from one or more channels corresponding to electrodes placed on the exterior of a human head to measure brain activity from multiple locations of the brain of the participant;', 'decomposing the indicated brain wave signal into constituent brain wave signals; and', classifying the constituent brain wave signal as either corresponding to the first type of brain wave or to the second type of brain wave;', 'when the classified signal corresponds to the first type of brain wave and exceeds the first threshold, generating a first feedback ...

BIOFEEDBACK BASED SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT

A technique for using biofeedback to facilitate and quantify accurate patient assessments includes receiving brainwave activity readings of a provider and a recipient(s) before, during, and post an interaction between the provider and the recipient(s) for a procedure. The brainwave readings being indicative of the state of mind of the provider and the recipient(s). The provider performs a therapeutic or knowledge transfer to the patient(s)/recipient(s) and evaluates the impact/efficacy of the procedure on them. The system correlates the collected brainwave activity signals of the provider and the recipient(s) to determine the efficacy of the therapeutic or knowledge transfer procedure. The brainwave activity signals are collected using a headgear based on an electroencephalogram system and an electromyography system. The electromyography system positions electromyography sensors to measure scalp muscle movements of the provider and recipient(s) and remove the effects of scalp muscle movements from the electroencephalogram readings to provide true brainwave readings. 1. A system comprising: receive brainwave activity signals, before, during, and post a therapeutic/knowledge transfer procedure, from a first set of sensors configured in a primary headgear, a first set of brainwave activity signals associated with a provider P, said brainwave activity signals being indicative of state of mind of the provider P;', 'receive brainwave activity signals, before, during, and post the therapeutic/knowledge transfer procedure, from a second set of sensors configured in one or more secondary headgear(s), a second set of brainwave activity signals associated with one or more recipient(s) R, wherein, during the procedure, said provider performs a therapeutic/knowledge transfer procedure to evaluate the efficacy/impact on said recipient(s) R; and', 'correlate said first and second set of brainwave activity signals with said impact to determine efficacy of the therapeutic/knowledge ...

NOTIFICATION INDICATIVE OF A CHANGE IN EFFICACY OF THERAPY

In some examples, a processor is configured determine whether efficacy of therapy delivered by a medical device to the patient may have changed and generate a notification based on the determination. For example, a processor may be configured to determine whether a bioelectrical brain signal indicative of activity of a brain of a patient includes a biomarker that indicates efficacy of therapy delivered by a medical device to the patient may have changed, and generate notification based on determining the bioelectrical brain signal includes the biomarker. In some examples, the processor modifies the therapy delivered to the patient prior to generating the notification. 120-. (canceled)21: A method comprising:controlling, with one or more processors, a medical device to deliver therapy to a patient according to a therapy program;receiving, with the one or more processors, information representative of a bioelectrical brain signal of the patient;determining, with the one or more processors and based on the information, that the bioelectrical brain signal includes a biomarker, wherein the biomarker indicates a patient state that differs from a baseline state in which efficacious therapy delivery by the medical device according to the therapy program was observed; andcontrolling therapy delivery by the medical device based on determining that the bioelectrical brain signal includes the biomarker.22: The method of claim 21 , wherein the biomarker indicates a response of the patient to the therapy delivered by the medical device according to the therapy program has changed relative to a response of the patient when the patient was in the baseline state.23: The method of claim 21 , further comprising generating claim 21 , with the one or more processors claim 21 , a notification based on determining the bioelectrical brain signal includes the biomarker.24: The method of claim 21 , wherein determining the bioelectrical brain signal includes the biomarker comprises comparing ...

Methods and systems for therapeutic neuromodulation

Systems, methods and computer-readable media are disclosed for providing therapeutic auditory stimulation. Consistent with disclosed embodiments, a system for providing therapeutic auditory stimulation may comprise a diagnostic unit that computes an EEG spectral density of a patient and a heart rate spectral density of a patient and provides values for one or more EEG frequency bands and one or more heart rate frequency bands. The system may also comprise a therapy unit that generates, based on the provided values, one or more stimulation waveforms corresponding to one or more of the EEG frequency bands and provides the stimulation waveforms for therapeutic auditory stimulation. The stimulation waveforms may comprise audible carrier frequencies modulated by signals with frequencies that vary exponentially with time. The EEG frequency bands may comprise the delta, theta, alpha, beta 1, beta 2, and gamma EEG frequency hands.

Mood monitoring device, system and method

A mood monitoring device, system and method are provided. The mood monitoring device includes one or more processors; and a storage. The storage stores one or more programs which are configured to be executed by the one or plurality of processors. The one or more programs comprise instructions for performing the following operations: receiving a status message that is sent by a terminal and indicates a mood status of a user, the terminal and the mood monitoring device having a binding relationship; and presenting a message that reflects the mood status of the user in accordance with the status message.

Adaptive learning based on electroencephalographic data

Systems and a method for adaptive learning style curriculum tailoring through electroencephalography (EEG) are provided. In one or more aspects, a system includes one or more devices to capture raw EEG data associated with one or more first persons attending an information exchange session. A first processor can perform a first processing of the captured raw EEG data to generate EEG frequency data. A communication circuit communicates the EEG frequency data to a central processor. The central processor can process the EEG frequency data to generate a feedback related to attentiveness of the one or more first persons. The feedback can enable a second person to adapt one or more materials presented in the information exchange session based on the feedback for enhanced audience attentiveness.

Electrode system for electrical stimulation

A system for electrically stimulating and/or detecting bioelectrical signals of a user comprising: an array of permeable bodies configured to absorb a solution that facilitates electrical coupling with a body region of the user; a housing defining an array of protrusions conforming to the body region and comprising: an array of channels distributed across the array of protrusions, each channel at least partially surrounding a permeable body, configured to deliver the solution to the permeable body, and comprising a barrier that prevents passage of the permeable body past the barrier, and a manifold configured to distribute the solution to the array of channels; and a coupling subsystem comprising a first electrical coupling region in electrical communication with an interior of the manifold, wherein the first electrical coupling region is configured to couple to a second electrical coupling region that couples the first electrical coupling region to the electronics subsystem.

METHOD OF DETECTING PASSIVELY INDUCED RF EMISSIONS FROM SPIN POLARIZED ELECTRONS

A method of passively detecting radiofrequency (RF) signals spontaneously emitted by a non-equilibrium population of electrons that are spin polarized by flowing through a chiral media during relaxation of the spin polarized electrons to equilibrium at a frequency corresponding to a Zeeman spin-flip energy of the spin polarized electrons under influence of a magnetic field (MF). The MF is applied to the chiral media for a predefined time period to shift a frequency and magnitude of the spontaneously emitted RF signals in line with Zeeman effect. The shifted emitted RF signals is passively detected and stored for medical use applications using a receiver antenna tuned to a resonant frequency of the shifted emitted RF signals. 1. A method of passively detecting radiofrequency (RF) signals spontaneously emitted by a non-equilibrium population of electrons that are spin polarized by flowing through a chiral media during relaxation of the spin polarized electrons to equilibrium at a frequency corresponding to a Zeeman spin-flip energy of the spin polarized electrons under influence of a magnetic field (MF) , the method comprising:applying the MF to the chiral media for a predefined time period to shift a frequency and magnitude of the spontaneously emitted RF signals in line with Zeeman effect; andpassively detecting and storing the shifted emitted RF signals for medical use applications using a receiver antenna tuned to a resonant frequency of the shifted emitted RF signals.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the incident MF applied to the chiral medial has a strength of up to 0.6 Tesla and the shifted emitted RF signal detected by the receiver antenna has a frequency of up to 16.8 GHz.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the receiver antenna is a directional antenna with beam forming characteristics.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the receiver antenna is tuned as a function of a selected magnitude of the applied incident MF and a desired depth reading.5. The method of ...

Apparatus, system, and methods for targeted memory enhancement during sleep

Provided is an apparatus, system, and method for targeted memory enhancement. A computer processing circuit receives a plurality of electroencephalography (EEG) signals from a plurality of spatially separated EEG sensors located on the head of a subject that is asleep. A first process of the computer processing system determines a sleep state of the subject and upon determining that the subject is in sleep stage 2 or 3 based on a specific EEG signal, the processing system triggers a second process of the computer processing system that determines a transition event in the specific EEG signal, and upon detecting the transition event delivers an intervention to the subject designed to evoke a specific neurophysiological change to the subject.

Biosignal measurement, analysis and neurostimulation

Systems and methods here include measuring and analyzing biosignals. Some embodiments include measuring a magnetic bio signal using a coiled wire system, sending the measured bio signal to a computer for processing, receiving the measured bio signal and processing the bio signal, choosing a stimulation signal, based on the received measured bio signal, sending the chosen stimulation signal to a stimulation device, and administering the stimulation signal with the stimulation device.

TRANSCRANIAL STIMULATION DEVICE AND METHOD BASED ON ELECTROPHYSIOLOGICAL TESTING

The present method and system provides a neuromodulation therapy including receiving a plurality of input data relating to a patient, the input data including brain value measurements and body value measurements. The method and system includes analyzing the input data in reference to reference data generated based on machine learning operations associated with existing patient data and reference database data. Based thereon, the method and system includes electronically determining, a brain malady and a severity value for the patient and electronically generating a treatment protocol for the patient, the treatment protocol includes transcranial stimulation parameters. Therein, the method and system includes applying a transcranial stimulation using the transcranial stimulation parameters based on the treatment protocol. 1. A neuromodulation therapy method comprising:receiving brain value measurements and body value measurements relating to a patient;electronically analyzing the brain value measurements and body value measurements relative to reference data generated based on machine learning operations associated with existing patient data and reference database data;based thereon, electronically determining, using at least one processing device, a brain malady and a severity value, for the patient; andelectronically generating a treatment protocol for the patient based at least on the brain malady and the severity value, wherein the treatment protocol includes a voltage strength level, a duration, and position factors for transcranial sensors providing neurostimulation to the patient.2. The method of further comprising:applying a transcranial stimulation to the patient based on the treatment protocol.3. The method of further comprising:after applying the transcranial stimulation to the patient, acquiring secondary brain value measurements and secondary body value measurements;electronically analyzing the secondary brain value measurements and secondary body value ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR NEURAL STIMULATION VIA VISUAL, AUDITORY AND PERIPHERAL NERVE STIMULATIONS

Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for treating cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof. The system can include a light source and a speaker. A visual neural stimulation system provides, via the light source, visual stimulation having a first value of a first parameter. An auditory neural stimulation system provides, via the speaker, audio stimulation having a second value of the second parameter. A stimuli orchestration component selects, for a first time interval, one of the visual stimulation or the audio stimulation to vary based on a policy, selects, for the first time interval, the other of the visual stimulation or the audio stimulation to keep constant based on the policy, and provides causes the one of the visual neural stimulation system or the auditory neural stimulation system to vary the one of the visual stimulation or the audio stimulation. 126-. (canceled)28. The system of claim 27 , wherein said physical assessment of said subject involves ascertaining at least one of said subject's: compliance with proper use and positioning of said system claim 27 , eye status claim 27 , alert or sleep status claim 27 , or environment and surroundings.29. The system of claim 27 , wherein said neural assessment of the subject is received using brain wave sensors claim 27 , an electroencephalography (EEG) device claim 27 , an electrooculography (EOG) devices claim 27 , or a magnetoencephalography (MEG) device.30. The system of claim 27 , wherein said cognitive assessment of said subject is obtained through questions posed to said subject claim 27 , activities and tasks performed by said subject in response to a prompt claim 27 , or behaviors exhibited by said subject.31. The system of claim 27 , wherein said processor further instructs said stimulus-emitting component to lengthen or shorten the duration of stimulation in response to said indication of said physiological claim 27 , cognitive claim 27 , neural ...

Systems, apparatuses, devices, and processes for synergistic neuro-physiological rehabilitation and/or functional development

A system for facilitating a subject's functional development includes sensing devices configured for sensing mind state signals; sensing devices configured for sensing body state signals; and a set of processing resources configured for generating a mind state indicator/measure, a body state indicator/measure, and a mind-body synergy indicator/measure that corresponds to which each of the subject's mind state and body state are synergistically aligned for facilitating the subject's functional development. The system can be configured for concurrently presenting a set of activities involving a model body part; engaging in attempted imitation of the set of activities by way of attempted movement of a body part that is a mirror image of the model body part; presenting an indication of an extent to which each of the mind state and body state are cooperative with respect to performance of the set of activities; and presenting an indication of relaxation.

PERIPHERAL BRAIN-MACHINE INTERFACE SYSTEM VIA VOLITIONAL CONTROL OF INDIVIDUAL MOTOR UNITS

A brain-machine interface (BMI) system includes one or more implantable or non-implantable sensors, each being configured to detect or measure electrophysiological activity of motor units and to transmit an electrophysiological activity signal; one or more wearable apparatuses configured to be worn by or attached to a user and configured to receive and process the one or more electrophysiological activity signals transmitted by the sensors, and configured to transmit the processed signals to one or more processing units, which are configured to produce control signals based on the received processed signals using one or more machine learning algorithms; and one or more effectors configured to receive the control signals and configured to transduce the control signals into a haptic, tactile, chemical, mechanical, auditory, visual, and/or electrical stimuli so as to provide feedback to a user and/or to control operation of an external effector. 1. A brain-machine interface (BMI) system , comprising:one or more implantable or non-implantable sensors, each of the one or more sensors configured to detect or measure electrophysiological activity of motor units and to transmit an electrophysiological activity signal;one or more wearable apparatuses configured to be worn by or attached to a user and configured to receive and process the one or more electrophysiological activity signals transmitted by the one or more sensors, and configured to transmit the processed signals to one or more processing units;the one or more processing units, configured to receive the processed signals from the one or more wearable apparatuses and to produce control signals based on the received processed signals using one or more statistical models and/or trained machine learning algorithms; andone or more effectors configured to receive the control signals and configured to transduce the control signals into a haptic, tactile, chemical, mechanical, auditory, visual, and/or electrical stimuli ...

Bio signal based mobile device applications

Techniques for providing bio signal based mobile device applications are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system for bio signal based mobile device applications includes a bio signal sensor (e.g., biosensor) or multiple biosensors (e.g., multiple biosensors for EEG detection, or multiple biosensors that can each detect different types of bio signals), a bio signal processing unit, the mobile device, and a software application(s) that utilize the bio signal information for various applications (e.g., practical applications, entertainment applications, social networking applications, and/or other applications).

Systems and Methods for Calibration of an Optical Measurement System

An illustrative optical measurement system includes a light source configured to emit light directed at a target. The system further includes a detector configured to detect arrival times for photons of the light after the light is scattered by the target. The system further includes a temperature sensor configured to output a temperature signal representative of a temperature of the light source. The system further includes an optical sensor configured to output a power signal representative of an optical power level of the light emitted by the light source. The system further includes a driver circuit configured to output, based on the temperature signal and the power signal, an input current for the light source. 1. An optical measurement system comprising:a light source configured to emit light directed at a target;a detector configured to detect arrival times for photons of the light after the light is scattered by the target;a temperature sensor configured to output a temperature signal representative of a temperature of the light source;an optical sensor configured to output a power signal representative of an optical power level of the light emitted by the light source; anda driver circuit configured to output, based on the temperature signal and the power signal, an input current for the light source.2. The optical measurement system of claim 1 , wherein the outputting the input current comprises:adjusting, based on the temperature, the power signal to determine an actual power level of the light emitted by the light source; andadjusting, based on the actual power level, a reference power level input to the driver circuit to generate the input current.3. The optical measurement system of claim 2 , wherein the outputting the input current further comprises:adjusting, based on the temperature, the reference power level to generate a feedforward current; andadjusting, based on the adjusting the reference power level based on the actual power level, the ...

Cycle-based workout coaching

Physiological parameters such as respiratory rate and/or heart rate variability can be measured over time for a user and correlated to physiological and/or hormonal cycles such as the menstrual cycle. By determining the phase of such a cycle in this manner, an automatic coach for the user can recommend phase-specific adjustments to activities such as sleep and exercise.

Optimizing autonomous self using non-invasive measurement systems and methods

A non-invasive self-autonomous system and method of optimizing a lifestyle regimen of a person containing a combination of lifestyle variables is provided. At least one value of the combination of lifestyle variables is repeatedly modified, thereby creating different variations of the combination of lifestyle variables respectively having different sets of values. The different variations of the combination of lifestyle variables are sequentially administered to the person. Physiological activity of the person is detected in response to the administration of the combination of lifestyle variables to the person. Sets of qualitative indicators of an aspect of a lifestyle of the person are derived from the detected physiological activity of the person. The lifestyle regimen of the person is optimized based on the different variations of the combination of lifestyle variables and the derived sets of qualitative indicators.

Methods and systems for neural stimulation via auditory stimulation

Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for treating cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof. The system can include a neural stimulation system that receives an indication of an ambient audio signal detected by a microphone. The system selects, from a profile, an audio signal including a fixed parameter and a variable parameter. The system sets the variable parameter to a first value. The system generates an output signal based on the fixed parameter and the first value, and provides the output signal to the speaker. The system measures a physiological condition of the subject, adjusts the variable parameter to a second value, generates a second output signal based on the fixed parameter and the second value of the variable parameter, and provides the output signal to the speaker to cause the speaker to provide modified sound to the subject.

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR IMPROVING PERIPHERAL NERVE FUNCTION

Methods and apparatuses for sensory electrical stimulation of the peripheral nervous system to improve human motor function and performance are described. Methods and devices may be used to enhance physical performance of athletes, professionals, and gamers or improve motor function (hand, finger and limb movement) in patients rehabilitating from neurological deficits and impairments caused by stroke, traumatic brain injury and other neurologic or non-neurologic conditions. These apparatuses and methods may be used for physical training and mental training (to improve memory and functional performance including motor coordination, limb-eye coordination, occupational and recreational skills) through periodic or sustained sensory electrical stimulation. Treatment plans may be based on biomarkers and may be used alone or in combination with other apparatuses. Learning and feedback techniques individualize treatment parameters depending on the subject's neurologic and motor function in diseased patients and healthy users. 1. An apparatus for enhancing performance on manual tasks involving finger individuation by closed-loop electrical stimulation , the apparatus comprising:a stimulator adapted to be worn on user's arm, hand or arm and hand, the stimulator having one or more electrodes, a power source, a controller, wherein the stimulator is configured to deliver an electrical stimulation from the electrodes to one or more of the user's radial, ulnar and median nerves when worn;a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing a program thereon, wherein the program causes a processor to:present a manual training task involving finger individuation, estimate a performance metric based on the finger individuation,adjust the electrical stimulation based on the performance metric, and transmit the adjusted stimulation parameters to the stimulator.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the stimulator comprises a wrist band claim 1 , a patch claim 1 , or a smart glove.3 ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR USE IN MONITORING NEURAL ACTIVITY IN A SUBJECT'S BRAIN

A system and method are presented for use in monitoring brain activity of a subject. The system comprises a control unit which comprises: a data input utility for receiving measured data comprising data corresponding to signals measured during a certain time period and being indicative of a subject's brain activity originated from locations in the subject's brain during said certain time period, and a processor utility which is configured and operable for processing the measured data and generating data indicative thereof in the form of a multi-parameter function presenting a relation between frequency and time data of the measured signals and for analyzing said relation and identifying a subject-related signature corresponding to the subject's brain neural activity. 2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said received set of measured temporal data comprises data corresponding to signals originated by neural activity of said subject brain following at least one stimulus.3. The system of claim 2 , comprising:an output interface configured to generate at least one feedback signal to said subject;and wherein said processor utility is configured to signal said output interface to convey a feedback message to said subject indicating success or failure of said subject to provide a desired response to said stimulus, based on said identified one or more parameters.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein said at least one brain activation signature describes a subset selection of frequency claim 1 , time data and measurement locations and said indications of activation of said at least one selected brain region.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein said processing performed by said processor comprises determining a relation between frequency and time of the measured signals from said one or more regions in said subject brain and the at least one stored brain activation signature.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the set of measured data comprises electrical data measured by said one or ...

VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION SYSTEM

A vagus nerve stimulation system for stimulating a vagus nerve in a biological subject, the system including a clip configured to be attached to a tragus of the subject, the clip including opposing arms configured so that a distal end of the arms are biased towards each other and electrodes positioned proximate a distal end of the arms on opposing faces so that the electrodes are urged into engagement with opposing faces of the tragus and a signal generator electrically connected to the electrodes, the signal generator being configured to generate at least one therapy signal that is applied to the vagus nerve within the tragus via the electrodes, to thereby modulate the vagus nerve. 1) A vagus nerve stimulation system for stimulating a vagus nerve in a biological subject , the system including: i) opposing arms configured so that a distal end of the arms are biased towards each other; and,', 'ii) electrodes positioned proximate a distal end of the arms on opposing faces so that the electrodes are urged into engagement with opposing faces of the tragus; and,, 'a) a clip configured to be attached to a tragus of the subject, the clip includingb) a signal generator electrically connected to the electrodes, the signal generator being configured to generate at least one therapy signal that is applied to the vagus nerve within the tragus via the electrodes, to thereby modulate the vagus nerve.2) A nerve stimulation system according to claim 1 , wherein the system includes a hook extending over and behind an ear of the subject to at least partially support the clip.3) A nerve stimulation system according to claim 2 , wherein the hook is configured to extend laterally from the clip so that the lead can loop over and behind an ear of the subject.4) A nerve stimulation system according to any one of the to claim 2 , wherein the system includes a lead extending from the clip claim 2 , the lead including connections configured to electrically connect the electrodes to the signal ...

Electrode for Attention Training Techniques

An electrode includes a core of beryllium copper alloy and a safe metal coating. In some embodiments, the beryllium copper alloy comprises more than three percent beryllium, less than three percent other metals and a remaining percent copper. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a headband, and a first and second safe metal coated copper-beryllium alloy electrode. The headband is configured to fit snugly to a head of a subject in an orientation from behind a first ear, across a crown of the subject, to a position behind a second ear. The first electrode and second electrode are disposed in the headband to contact a head of the subject at a first position and a different second position, respectively, without gels. In various embodiments, the headband includes a chip to determine an analog signal and transmit data; and, a system includes the headband and a signal analyzing unit.

Methods and systems for forecasting seizures

A method of estimating the probability of a seizure in a subject, the method comprising: receiving historical data associated with epileptic events experienced by the subject over a first time period, the historical data comprising physiological data associated with each epileptic event and a time at which each epileptic event occurred; generating a temporal probability model of future epileptic events based on the time of each of the epileptic events, the temporal probability model representing a probability of a future seizure occurrence in each of a plurality of time windows; generating a probabilistic model based on the physiological data associated with each epileptic event; weighting the probabilistic model based on the temporal probability model to generate a weighted probabilistic model of future seizure activity; and outputting an estimate of seizure probability in the subject using the weighted probabilistic model.

MODULATION OF MENTAL STATE OF A USER USING A NON-INVASIVE BRAIN INTERFACE SYSTEM AND METHOD

Brain activity of a user is detected, and a mental state of the user is determined. In one technique, life/work context is automatically presented to the user in a manner that modulates the mental state of the user. In another technique, an entertainment selection is presented to the user, and an entertainment selection list is automatically modified in response to the determined mental state of the user. In still another technique, the mental state that is determined is a negative emotional state, and life/work context is automatically presented to the user in a manner that promotes a cognitive state of the user in response to the determined emotional state of the user. In yet another technique, the wellness of the user is automatically tracked over a time period based on the determined mental state. 151-. (canceled)52. A mental state modulation system , comprising:a peripheral device containing software configured for presenting life/work context to a user in a normal life and work environment outside of a clinical setting;a non-invasive brain interface assembly configured for detecting brain activity of the user; andat least one processor containing software configured for determining a negative emotional state of the user based on the detected brain activity, and in response to the determined negative emotional state of the user, for automatically instructing the peripheral device to present the life/work context to the user in a manner that promotes a cognitive state of the user.53. The mental state modulation system of claim 52 , wherein the non-invasive brain interface assembly is configured for detecting the brain activity of the user while the peripheral device presents the life/work context to the user claim 52 , and wherein the at least one processor is configured for claim 52 , in response to the determined negative emotional state of the user claim 52 , automatically instructing the peripheral device to modify the life/work context presented to the user ...

Brainwave actuated apparatus

A brainwave actuated apparatus has a brainwave sensor for outputting a brainwave signal, an effector responsive to an input signal, and a controller operatively connected to an output of said brainwave sensor and a control input to said effector. The controller is adapted to determine characteristics of a brainwave signal output by said brainwave sensor and based on said characteristics, derive a control signal to output to said effector.

Medical device apparatus, system, and method

Disclosed are a medical device apparatus, system, and method. A method includes receiving biometric information, by an external device external to a body of a user, of the user from an internal device within the body of the user, and wirelessly transmitting stimulus information configured to specify a stimulus based on the biometric information, and power to the internal device configured to drive the internal device and to apply the stimulus in response to the transmitted stimulus information. A method also includes wirelessly transmitting, from an internal device in a body of a user, biometric information of the user to an external device located outside the body of the user, and wirelessly receiving from the external device stimulus information configured to specify a stimulus, and power configured to drive the internal device and to apply the stimulus to the user in response to the received stimulus information.

Content Marshaling Using Biometric Data

Methods, systems, and computer program products for content marshaling using biometric data are provided herein. A computer-implemented method includes estimating a cognitive state of a user based at least in part on analyzing one or more sets of biometric data pertaining to the user; dynamically compiling multi-modal content for the user based at least in part on (i) the estimated cognitive state of the user, (ii) one or more user parameters, and (iii) content availability information; and outputting the compiled content to the user via one or more devices.

System and signatures for a multi-modal physiological periodic biomarker assessment

Methods for diagnosing Autism and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) of a subject include establishing baseline brain wave patterns of the subject by having the subject perform a series of task and measuring brain waves during the tasks using an EEG measurement device, applying a light stimulus or images to the subject's eyes and capturing eye movements and/or changes in facial expression in response to the light stimulus or images, and giving a neuropsychological and cognition battery of tasks to the subject to generate a provoked cognitive assessment of the subject. A processing device correlates the baseline brain wave patterns, eye movements and/or facial expressions, and provoked cognitive assessment of the subject to profile data indicative of Autism and/or ASD. The corresponding system may also include an auditory testing device that tests the subject's sensitivity to sound and records the subject's speech in response to verbal tasks. The processing device performs language processing of the recorded speech and correlates the processed language to the profile data indicative of Autism and/or ASD.

Apparatus, method and system for pre-action therapy

Embodiments of the present disclosure provide an apparatus, method and system for physical, pre-action, extremity and related spinal cord, brain stem and neural therapies. An apparatus according to the present disclosure can include: a computing device configured to convert an input control action into a simulation instruction, wherein the input control action is provided by an input device; at least one simulated extremity operatively connected to the computing device and configured to simulate at least one modeled human anatomical movement based on the simulation instruction, wherein the at least one modeled human anatomical movement is distinct from the input control action; and a feedback device operatively connected to the computing device and configured to transmit a sensory response, wherein the sensory response is based on the modeled human anatomical movement.

Neurofeedback systems and methods

There is provided a computer implemented method for adapting a neurofeedback treatment, comprising: receiving at least one patient brain state parameter indicative of a current brain state of a patient for application of a neurofeedback treatment; correlating the at least one patient brain state parameter with a set of neurofeedback treatments from a plurality of neurofeedback treatments stored in a dataset; iterating for members of the set of neurofeedback treatments: selecting one neurofeedback treatment from the set of neurofeedback treatments, wherein in each iteration another neurofeedback treatment is selected; administering the one neurofeedback treatment to the patient; calculate an effectiveness parameter associated with the one neurofeedback treatment administered to the patient based on measured outputs of at least one brain signal outputted by at least one sensor sensing the head of the patient; and designating an effective neurofeedback treatment according to the measured effectiveness parameter.

Systems and methods for a device using a statistical model trained on annotated signal data

In some aspects, a device includes a sensor configured to detect a signal from the brain of the person and a plurality of transducers, each configured to apply to the brain an acoustic signal. One of the plurality of transducers is selected using a statistical model trained on signal data annotated with one or more values relating to identifying a health condition.

Conformal sensor systems for sensing and analysis of cardiac activity

Systems, methods and apparatuses for monitoring cardiac activity of an individual using a conformal cardiac sensor device are presented herein. A conformal cardiac sensor device for analyzing cardiac activity includes a flexible substrate for coupling to the user, and a heart sensor component embedded on/in the substrate. The heart sensor component contacts a portion of the user's skin and measures electrical variable(s) indicative of cardiac activity. A biometric sensor component is embedded on/in the flexible substrate and measures physiological variable(s) indicative of cardiac activity of the user. A microprocessor, which is embedded on/in the flexible substrate, is communicatively coupled to the heart sensor component and biometric sensor component and operable to execute microprocessor executable instructions for controlling the measurements of electrical data and physiological data. A wireless communication component is embedded on/in the flexible substrate and is operable to transmit data indicative of the measurements obtained by the sensor components.

Method and system for noncontact vision-based 3d cognitive fatigue measuring by using task evoked pupillary response

Provided are a method and system for noncontact vision-based 3D cognitive fatigue measuring. The method comprises: acquiring pupil images of a subject exposed to visual stimuli; extracting a task evoked pupillary response (TEPR) by using the pupil images; detecting dominant peaks from the TEPR; calculating latency of dominant peaks; and determining cognitive fatigue of the subject by comparing a value of the latency to a predetermined reference value.

Methods For Treating Brain Malfunctions

Methods of treating a brain malfunction include obtaining a subject diagnosed with a brain malfunction and reducing EEG frequency of brainwaves in the subject by applying at least one EEG-slowing stimulus to the subject, whereby production of β-amyloid protein in the brain of the subject is reduced and progression of the brain malfunction is halted or slowed.

MEANS AND METHODS FOR PERSONALIZED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT SYSTEM AND TREATMENT

The invention presented personalized biofeedback computerized system, an End-to-End eHealth smart platform for analysis, diagnosis and therapy of types of behavioral disorders. The system comprises a Captive Portal (CP) data input for initial input data and for continuous input data, a database comprising data, a Computer Processing Manager (CPM) for processing the patient data and the database, a Graphical User Interface (GUI) for interfacing with a user, and an Electroencephalography (EEG) or hemoencephalography (HEG) cap for stimulating predetermined areas in the brain, wherein the CPM is interconnected to the CPP, the database and the GUI, the CPM provides instructions for cranial electrode mediated stimulation to the areas in the brain according to a predetermined patient data dependent protocol, and the database provides external data. A preferred embodiment of the invention is a multilayered bio-feedbacking system. 152.-. (canceled)53. A QEEG-based bio-feedbacking system characterized bya. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data input (CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of data comprising basic input data, passive continuous input data and active input data;b. a external-data source database;c. a graphical user interface (GUI);d. a QEEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for training defined area of patient's brain; ande. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both said internal data and external data, interconnected with said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to instruct QEEG electrode mediated biofeedbacking to train said area of patient's brain according to said patient-data driven training-protocol.54. The system of claim 53 , wherein said system is useful for the treatment or an adjunctive therapy for at least one of therapies for eating disorders claim 53 , uncontrolled or unbalanced eating claim 53 , diabetes claim 53 , sleep disorders claim 53 , sleep apnea claim 53 , ...

Stroke Rehabilitation Method and System Using a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)

A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) based rehabilitation system and method is described in which an auditory or visual stimulus is provided to a user instructing them to imagine performing a physical action with a body part such as a hand during a trial period. A BCI processes the electroencephalography (EEG) signals to perform feature extraction and then feature translation (classification) to determine if the user intended to perform the action. If the intension was detected the body part is incrementally moved to provide proprioceptive feedback to the user. The feedback process is repeated at a Feedback Update Interval (FUI) of 100 ms or less. Preferably a reaction time test is used to determine the optimal FUI for an individual where shorter FUIs used for shorter reaction times. In one embodiment, if the user has slow reaction times, the FUI is initially between 100 ms and 1000 ms and gradually decreased over a series of sessions until the FUI is less than 100 ms. 1. A Motor Imagery (MI) based Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) rehabilitation method , the method comprising:performing a plurality of trials wherein the plurality of trials are broken into a plurality of sessions, each session comprising a plurality of trial runs, and each trial run comprises a set of consecutive trials using the same Feedback Update Interval (FUI), and each trial comprises:providing an auditory or visual stimulus to a user to instruct them to imagine performing a physical action with a body part during a trial period, wherein the body part is an affected limb or part of an affected limb;periodically processing one or more signals from one or more sensors configured to record the electrical or magnetic activity of the brain or the brain metabolism during the trial period at the FUI, and processing the one or more signals is performed in a time less than the FUI and comprises:determining if a Motor Imagery (MI, intention to perform the instructed action) was formed during a sampling window; ...

System and method for generating a sensorial stimulus

The present invention relates to a method for generating a sensorial stimulus using electroencephalographic data acquired from a subject, the method comprising the following steps: receiving electroencephalographic data comprising at least two electroencephalographic signals measured simultaneously from at least two electroencephalogram channels; calculating an alpha phase neuromarker on consecutive epochs of the electroencephalographic data, the alpha phase neuromarker being representative of at least the phase coherence between alpha waves recorded from the at least two electroencephalogram channels; and generating a sensorial stimulus representing alpha phase neuromarker using an output generator.

Resilience training

A method for resilience training, including: exposing a healthy human subject to one or more stress-evoking perturbations selected to affect activation of deeply located limbic areas; instructing the healthy human subject to perform in a timed relation to the exposing, at least one activity configured to selectively affect activation of said deeply located limbic areas; recording EEG signals from the healthy human subject during the exposing; analyzing the recorded EEG signals to identify at least one EEG signature indicating an activation level of the deeply located limbic areas; determining an activation level of the deeply located limbic areas based on the identified at least one EEG signature; delivering a human-detectable indication to the healthy human subject according to the determined activation level.

Neuro-adaptive body sensing for user states framework (nabsus)

Described is a system for personalizing a human-machine interface (HMI) device based on a mental and physical state of a user. During performance of a task in a simulation environment, the system extracts biometric features from data collected from body sensors, and extracts brain entropy features from electroencephalogram (EEG) signals. The brain entropy features are correlated with the biometric features to generate a mental-state model. The mental-state model is deployed in a HMI device during performance of the task in an operational environment for continuous adaptation of the HMI device to its user's mental and physical states.

Smart Meditation and Physiological System for the Cloud

The invention incorporates a network and modules to register and monitor a group leader and a plurality of participants for a specific group activity, each remotely located from each other and a group physiological state server. Each of a plurality of module and individual registration information of each participant is stored in the form of data in memory on the server and individual participant data is stored at each participant's location. The second module monitors and processes real-time physiological measurements for each of the participants in the specific group activity. A third module tracks a physiological state of the participants, and fourth module evaluates and applies artificial intelligence to provide real-time feedback concerning the physiological state of the group or of an individual. A fifth module may also be employed to provide feedback pertaining to the group leader's physiological state in relation to the overall group physiological state. 1. A group physiological state server , coupled to a plurality of sensors over a data communication network , for providing real-time feedback on collective physiological states of user groups engaged in activities , the server comprising:a processor;a network interface, communicatively coupled to the processor and the plurality of sensors over the data communication network; and a first module to register and monitor a plurality of participants for a specific group activity, each remotely located from each other and the group physiological state server;', 'a second module to track at least one physiological sensor taking real-time physiological measurements for each of the participants in the specific group activity;', 'a third module to track a physiological state of the participants; and', 'a fourth module to apply artificial intelligence for providing feedback concerning the physiological state of the user group., 'a memory, communicatively stored to the processor and storing2. The group physiological ...

STRESS DISORDER TRAINING

A method for training a subject diagnosed with a stress disorder caused by a trauma, including: selecting a challenge expected to trigger a symptom of the stress disorder in the subject; exposing the subject to the challenge; recording electrical signals generated by the brain of the subject by at least one electrode, in conjunction with the exposing; processing the recorded electrical signals to estimate an activation level of at least one specific brain region; presenting at least one indication of the estimated activation level to the subject; repeating the recording, the processing and the presenting. 1. A method for training a subject diagnosed with a stress disorder caused by a trauma , comprising:selecting a challenge expected to trigger a symptom of said stress disorder in said subject;exposing said subject to said challenge;recording electrical signals generated by the brain of said subject by at least one electrode, in conjunction with said exposing;processing said recorded electrical signals to estimate an activation level of at least one specific brain region;presenting at least one indication of said estimated activation level to said subject, wherein said presenting comprises providing feedback to said subject by modifying said challenge according to said activation level of said at least one specific brain region;repeating said recording, said processing and said presenting.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein said exposing to said challenge affects an activation level of said at least one specific brain region.3. A method according to claim 1 , comprising:identifying a relation between at least a portion of said recorded electrical signals and an electrical fingerprint indicating an activation level of said at least one brain region, and wherein said generating comprises generating said at least one indication based on said identified relation.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one specific brain region is a brain region ...

Binaural sleep inducing system

By using an iterative loop of data collection, binaural tone generation/presentation, and analysis binaural tones can be introduced to induce an existing brain state to change from one associated with being awake to a state associated with being asleep. The current state of an individual's brain is determined by measuring movement and electrical activity. Using this data a binaural tone can be generated to induce the brain state to change. As the state of the brain is continually monitored the applied binaural tone is modified and applied until the desired sleep state is obtained.

Trigeminal neurostimulation based upon pulse counting and chronobiology

Trigeminal nerves are stimulated based upon pulse counting and chronobiology. A cutaneous electrode assembly is applied to the forehead to stimulate the ophthalmic nerves. A method may include determining a number of pulses to be administered to a patient based upon the disorder being treated, and pulsing current through an electrode assembly to stimulate the patient's supraorbital and supratrochlear nerves with the determined number of pulses. Another method may include determining a pulse repetition frequency for pulses to be administered to a patient based upon the disorder being treated, and pulsing current through an electrode assembly to stimulate the patient's supraorbital and supratrochlear nerves at the pulse repetition frequency.

TRANSCRANIAL STIMULATION WITH REAL-TIME MONITORING

Closed-loop transcranial stimulation and monitoring is disclosed that includes generating a stimulation signal having a set of first oscillation parameters; applying the stimulation signal transcranially to a patient; monitoring the stimulation signal as applied to the patient; receiving a brain activity signal from the patient; generating a feedback signal based on the monitored stimulation signal as applied to the patient; and generating a modified activity signal by subtracting the feedback signal from the brain activity signal; determining one or more second oscillation parameters of the modified activity signal; and adjusting the set of first oscillation parameters of the stimulation signal based on the one or more second oscillation parameters of the modified activity signal. Closed-loop transcranial stimulation and monitoring is also disclosed in which the patient is engaged in a cognitive task.

Systems and methods for portable neurofeedback

A portable neurofeedback device is described. The neurofeedback device includes a wearable fixture. One or more brainwave sensors are attached to the wearable fixture. A processing unit is attached to the wearable fixture. The processing unit receives brainwave signals captured by the one or more brainwave sensors. The processing unit computes one or more user-feedback values that represent current brain activity. A display module is attached to the wearable fixture that displays a visual representation of the one or more user-feedback values.

Method and device for attention training, and computer readable storage medium

Disclosed is a method for attention training, which includes: acquiring a first electroencephalogram (EEG) data that is currently detected through an EEG headband worn by a user; determining an attention level of the user, based on the first EEG data; and in response that the attention level is lower than a preset attention level, controlling to execute a first program based on the attention level, wherein the first program corresponds to a training plan. A device for attention training and a computer readable storage medium are further disclosed.

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR REDUCING ANXIETY AND TREATING ANXIETY DISORDERS

In alternative embodiments, provided are products of manufacture, including devices and integrated systems, and methods, for reducing error-related negativity (ERN) and anxiety, and for treating or ameliorating Anxiety Disorders such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) or Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). 1. A product of manufacture , device or system for reducing error-related negativity (ERN) , worry and/or anxiety , comprising a neurofeedback mechanism system , wherein the neurofeedback mechanism is used on an individual in need thereof to reduce error-related negativity (ERN) , worry and/or anxiety , and/or treating or ameliorating an anxiety disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) , and/or treating or ameliorating the anxiety or worry in an individual in need thereof ,wherein the neurofeedback mechanism system comprises:an electro-encephalography (EEG) apparatus an electro-encephalography (EEG) apparatus, a functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), and/or a vertical electrooculogram (EOG) operatively linked to a computer and to the individual, wherein the EEG, fMRI and/or EOG is capable of measuring reactions or responses by the individual to visual or aural cues or stimuli transmitted by the computer, and the EEG, fMRI and/or EOG transmits the reactions or responses by the individual back to the computer,wherein the computer is capable of giving visual or aural cues or stimuli to the individual, and receiving EEG, fMRI and/or EOG data back from the individual, and giving feedback to the individual in response to the EEG, fMRI and/or EOG data and/or the individuals responses to the visual or aural cues or stimuli, anda feedback mechanism that allows the individual to communicate with the computer, where optionally the feedback mechanism comprises use of a mouse operatively linked to the computer, and the feedback mechanism allows the computer to communicate with the individual after analysis of the individual's ...

Systems And Methods For Providing A Waking Mechanism

An EEG monitor with sensors placed to detect signals and analyze the signals to determine if a frequency below 12 Hz, and more particularly between 3 Hz and 8 Hz, called theta waves, are present. Theta waves are generated when the brain is entering a drowsy or sleep mode. The sensors detect brain wave signals and transmit the signals to a microprocessor which analyzes the signals and determines the brain waves being detected. The brain waves are continuously monitored and the data is continuously transmitted to a microprocessor. If brain waves are detected in the predetermined range of between 3 Hz and 8 Hz the microprocessor activates a stimulus, to wake up the person wearing the device. The stimulus may be visual, auditory or tactile, such as an actuator, a phone call or any other stimulus.

Employee health monitoring

Provided are embodiments of systems, computer medium and computer-implemented methods for employee health monitoring. Provided is an employee health monitoring system that includes an employee workstation having an employee computer and health sensors to sense health conditions of an employee working at the employee computer and generate health data corresponding to the health conditions sensed, and a health monitoring server to collect the health data, generate, based on the health data collected, a health profile and a health plan for the employee, and present, to the employee, the health profile and the health plan for the employee.

Methods and systems for neural stimulation via auditory stimulation

Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for treating cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof. The system can include a neural stimulation system that receives an indication of an ambient audio signal detected by a microphone. The system selects, from a profile, an audio signal including a fixed parameter and a variable parameter. The system sets the variable parameter to a first value. The system generates an output signal based on the fixed parameter and the first value, and provides the output signal to the speaker. The system measures a physiological condition of the subject, adjusts the variable parameter to a second value, generates a second output signal based on the fixed parameter and the second value of the variable parameter, and provides the output signal to the speaker to cause the speaker to provide modified sound to the subject.

Electrode for Attention Training Techniques

An electrode includes a core of beryllium copper alloy and a safe metal coating. In some embodiments, the beryllium copper alloy comprises more than three percent beryllium, less than three percent other metals and a remaining percent copper. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a headband, and a first and second safe metal coated copper-beryllium alloy electrode. The headband is configured to fit snugly to a head of a subject in an orientation from behind a first ear, across a crown of the subject, to a position behind a second ear. The first electrode and second electrode are disposed in the headband to contact a head of the subject at a first position and a different second position, respectively, without gels. In various embodiments, the headband includes a chip to determine an analog signal and transmit data; and, a system includes the headband and a signal analyzing unit.

System, apparatus, and methods for achieving flow state using biofeedback

A system having a wearable devices that, together with a cognitive model, are able to analyze a person to determine if they are in the flow and/or guide the person to get into the flow are disclosed. The system and processes help persons to find their unique formula to achieve flow. By using a cognitive AI engine, the system can describe a space of mental states and the actions that cause transitions between them for each individual.

System and method for associating music with brain-state data

A system and method may be provided for associating bio-signal data (e.g. EEG brain scan data) from at least one user with at least one music data item (e.g. song, or piece of music). By associating bio-signal data, or emotions determined therefrom, with music, the system may establish a data store of music associated with emotions. That database may then be leveraged upon determining that a user is feeling a particular emotion through an EEG scan. When a particular emotion is detected in EEG data of a user, the system may then respond based at least partly on the same or similar emotion being associated with one or more music data items in the system. For example, the system may recommend a particular song associated with the same emotion presently being experienced by the user.

Apparatus and method for restoring voluntary control of locomotion in neuromotor impairments

It is disclosed an apparatus for restoring voluntary control of locomotion in a subject suffering from a neuromotor impairment comprising a multidirectional trunk support system and a device for epidural electrical stimulation. The robotic interface is capable of evaluating, enabling and training motor pattern generation and balance across a variety of natural walking behaviors in subjects with neuromotor impairments. Optionally, pharmacological cocktails can be administered to enhance rehabilitation results. It is also disclosed a method for the evaluation, enablement and training of a subject suffering from neuromotor impairments by combining robotically assisted evaluation tools with sophisticated neurobiomechanical and statistical analyses. A method for the rehabilitation (by this term also comprising restoring voluntary control of locomotion) of a subject suffering from a neuromotor impairment in particular partial or total paralysis of limbs, is also disclosed.

Transcranial stimulation device and method based on electrophysiological testing

The present method and system provides for the clinical application of neurostimulation and/or neuromodulation to a patient. The method and system includes receipt and acquisition of patient data, processing of that data relative to one or more known data sets, and determination of a good-fit trigger specific treatment protocol. The method and system provides for application of the protocol to the patient, including delivery of neuromodulation and biofeedback. Based thereon, the method and system re-iterates the goodness of fit determination for further treatment to the patient.

Memories alive

The disclosed embodiments include systems and methods to provide a patient suffering from at least one communication and memory impairment with positive stimuli. In one of such embodiments, the method includes obtaining data indicative of a current condition of a first patient. The method also includes determining, based on prior patient data of the first patient, a first stimulus that triggered a positive response from the first patient while the first patient was in a condition similar to the current condition. The method further includes providing a first recommendation for the first patient to experience the first stimulus for display on an electronic device. The method further includes receiving a first response triggered by the first stimulus. The method further includes storing data indicative of the first response in a storage medium.

System, method, and recording medium for detecting and leveraging brain waves present in a user's state of flow to control digital and physical notifications

A notification control method, system, and non-transitory computer readable medium, include a state of flow detecting circuit configured to detect a state of flow of brain waves of a user from user data, a notification priority setting circuit configured to set a notification priority setting by ranking a type of a notification to be delivered to a user device according to an importance of a message associated with the notification, and a notification control circuit configured to control the notification to be output on the user device at an allowable time based on a rank of the notification priority setting being higher than a rank of the state of flow of the user.

Automated thresholding for unsupervised neurofeedback sessions

Disclosed is a computer-implemented method for biofeedback training of a subject, the method including iteratively obtaining a series of biomarkers, each biomarker being representative of a bio-signal of the subject on a first time window; computing an intermediate threshold Thrintermediate(t) based on the series of biomarkers on a second time window, such that the intermediate threshold on the second time window could provide the subject with an expected reward ratio; computing a threshold Thr(t) as the weighted sum of the intermediate threshold Thrintermediate(t) and the threshold of the previous iteration Thr(t−1) and reporting in real-time a reward to the subject based on the difference between the biomarker and the computed threshold Thr(t), wherein at each iteration the time windows are moved forward in time. Also disclosed is a system for implementing the method.

System, method, and recording medium for detecting and leveraging brain waves present in a user's state of flow to control digital and physical notifications

A notification control method, system, and non-transitory computer readable medium, include a state of flow detecting circuit configured to detect a state of flow of a user from brain waves of the user from user data and a notification control circuit configured to cause a physical notification to be displayed based on the detected state of flow of the user.

Device and method for the interactive generation of sensorially perceptible signals

Device for the interactive generation of sensorially perceptible signals comprising at least one sensor (1) for detecting brainwaves and supplying brainwave signals, a processor (16) which is coupled to the at least one sensor and is designed to receive and analyse the brainwave signals, pattern generator means (14) with an output for outputting a pattern signal, which is related to the brainwave signals, feedback means (15), coupled to the pattern generator means, for generating the sensorially perceptible signals on the basis of the pattern signal, the processor being designed to convert the brainwave signals received into a control signal and to forward this control signal to the pattern generator means (14) and the pattern generator means comprising pattern file (23) in which predetermined files, MIDI files for example, are stored, and being designed to convert these files into the above-mentioned pattern signal as a function of the above-mentioned control signal.

Electroencephalic neurofeedback apparatus and method for bioelectrical frequency inhibition and facilitation

An improved method and apparatus for displaying and either inhibiting or promoting selected bioelectrical frequencies emitted by a living organism. The method includes the steps of detecting an analog bioelectrical signal, converting the signal to discrete digital signals representing corresponding frequencies and numerically analyzing the digital signals to determine the different bioelectrical frequencies emitted by the organism. Furthermore, a threshold amplitude associated with a selected digital signal can be established an auditory or visual signal can be sent to the organism to indicate whether the bioelectrical frequency under study is within or outside the threshold amplitude. With this information the organism can be taught to inhibit or facilitate the bioelectrical frequency. The apparatus comprises a pair of electrodes, an analog signal amplifier, an analog to digital converter, a selector to select a frequency of interest, a display monitor, and a computer to distinguish the digital signals as different frequencies, display the frequencies, and determine when the frequency is falling inside or outside a predetermined range. Also, a magnetic medium recording device is used to capture data. Finally, a lighting or sounding circuit is used to tell the organism whether the frequency under study is being inhibited or facilitated.

Electroencephalic neurofeedback apparatus for training and tracking of cognitive states

A biofeedback system provides measurement of bioelectric signals in up to about a 1 hertz window of particular bandwidths. A bioelectric signal is amplified by a preamplifier. The composite amplitude of the signal is determined by performing a fast Fourier transform on the amplified signal. Particular bandwidths can be displayed and monitored on a computer. The display permits training of the person being monitored with audio or verbal feedback.

Systems and methods for interacting with an implantable medical device

An interactive implantable medical device system includes an implantable medical device and a network-enabled external device capable of bi-directional communication and interaction with the implantable medical device. The external device is programmed to interact with other similarly-enabled devices. The system facilitates improved patient care by eliminating unnecessary geographic limitations on implantable medical device interrogation and programming, and by allowing patients, physicians, and other users to access medical records, history, and information and to receive status and care-related alerts and messages anywhere there is access to a communications network.

Adaptive method and apparatus for forecasting and controlling neurological disturbances under a multi-level control

A method and apparatus for forecasting and controlling neurological abnormalities in humans such as seizures or other brain disturbances. The system is based on a multi-level control strategy. Using as inputs one or more types of physiological measures such as brain electrical, chemical or magnetic activity, heart rate, pupil dilation, eye movement, temperature, chemical concentration of certain substances, a feature set is selected off-line from a pre-programmed feature library contained in a high level controller within a supervisory control architecture. This high level controller stores the feature library within a notebook or external PC. The supervisory control also contains a knowledge base that is continuously updated at discrete steps with the feedback information coming from an implantable device where the selected feature set (feature vector) is implemented. This high level controller also establishes the initial system settings (off-line) and subsequent settings (on-line) or tunings through an outer control loop by an intelligent procedure that incorporates knowledge as it arises. The subsequent adaptive settings for the system are determined in conjunction with a low-level controller that resides within the implantable device. The device has the capabilities of forecasting brain disturbances, controlling the disturbances, or both. Forecasting is achieved by indicating the probability of an oncoming seizure within one or more time frames, which is accomplished through an inner-loop control law and a feedback necessary to prevent or control the neurological event by either electrical, chemical, cognitive, sensory, and/or magnetic stimulation.

Conformal sensor systems for sensing and analysis of cardiac activity

Systems, methods and apparatuses for monitoring cardiac activity of an individual using a conformal cardiac sensor device are presented herein. A conformal cardiac sensor device for analyzing cardiac activity includes a flexible substrate for coupling to the user, and a heart sensor component embedded on/in the substrate. The heart sensor component contacts a portion of the users skin and measures electrical variable(s) indicative of cardiac activity. A biometric sensor component is embedded on/in the flexible substrate and measures physiological variable(s) indicative of cardiac activity of the user. A microprocessor, which is embedded on/in the flexible substrate, is communicatively coupled to the heart sensor component and biometric sensor component and operable to execute microprocessor executable instructions for controlling the measurements of electrical data and physiological data. A wireless communication component is embedded on/in the flexible substrate and is operable to transmit data indicative of the measurements obtained by the sensor components.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING REAL-TIME BIOLOGICAL FEEDBACK TRAINING THROUGH REMOTE TRANSMISSION

A system for providing real-time biological feedback training through remote transmission is provided and includes a local brain wave collection device, a docking device, and a dongle. The local brain wave collection device is used to detect a brain wave and a heart rate variability data of a subject. The docking device communicates with the local brain wave collection device remotely to connect a remote cloud system to compare the brain wave and the heart rate variability data with a brain wave database to generate a comparison result, and according to the comparison result, the system provides the subject a feedback training interface.

Mental Health Tracking

Concepts and technologies disclosed herein are directed to mental health tracking. According to one aspect of the concepts and technologies disclosed herein, a system can obtain electroencephalography (“EEG”) data associated with a user. The EEG data can be obtained from an EEG device worn by the user. The EEG data can include real-time EEG data and/or historical EEG data. The system can obtain calendar data associated with the user. The calendar data can identify a calendar event such as a business meeting. The calendar data can be associated with a calendar of the user and/or a shared calendar of an entity other than the user. The system can map the calendar data to the EEG data. The system can then provide feedback to the user. The feedback can provide insight regarding a stress level of the user in association with the calendar event. 1. A method comprising:obtaining, by a system comprising a processor, electroencephalography data associated with a user;obtaining, by the system, calendar data associated with the user, wherein the calendar data identifies a calendar event;mapping, by the system, the calendar data to the electroencephalography data; andproviding, by the system, feedback to the user, wherein the feedback provides insight regarding a stress level of the user in association with the calendar event.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining claim 1 , by the system claim 1 , the electroencephalography data associated with the user comprises obtaining claim 1 , by the system claim 1 , the electroencephalography data from an electroencephalography device.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the electroencephalography data comprises real-time electroencephalography data.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the electroencephalography data comprises historical electroencephalography data.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the calendar data is associated with a calendar of the user; and wherein the user is a participant in the calendar event.6. The method of ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING BRAIN ACTIVITY AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF

In some embodiments, the present invention provides an exemplary inventive system that includes: an apparatus to record: individual's brain electrical activity, a physiological parameter of the individual, and iii) an environmental parameter; a computer processor configured to perform: obtaining a recording of the electrical signal data; projecting the obtained recording of electrical signal data onto a pre-determined ordering of a denoised optimal set wavelet packet atoms to obtain a set of projections; normalizing the particular set of projections of the individual using a pre-determined set of normalization factors to form a set of normalized projections; determining a personalized mental state of the individual by assigning a brain state; determining a relationship between: the physiological parameter, the environmental parameter, and the personalized mental state; generating an output, including: a visual indication, representative of the personalized mental state, and) a feedback output configured to affect the personalized mental state of the individual. 1. A system , comprising: at least one physiological parameter of the individual, and', 'at least one environmental parameter; and, "an apparatus configured to record an individual's brain electrical activity, and at least one of"} ["obtain a recording of electrical signal data representative of the individual's brain electrical activity;", 'project the obtained recording of electrical signal data onto an optimal set of wavelet packet atoms, to obtain a particular set of projections of the individual;', 'determine at least one mental state of the individual by assigning at least one specific brain state to the individual based on applying at least one machine learning algorithm to the particular set of projections of the individual, wherein the at least one specific brain state is associated with a mental state, a neurological condition, or a combination of a mental state and a neurological condition;', the ...

Magnetic Stimulation With Variable Pulsed Intervals

A method of modulating a brain activity of a mammal is achieved by subjecting the mammal to repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with an rTMS apparatus at variable pulse intervals for a time sufficient to modulate said brain activity. Improvement in a physiological condition or a clinical condition is achieved. Conditions to be treated include but are not limited to PTSD, autism spectrum disorder and Alzheimer's disease. Wavelet transform analysis is used to determine the variable pulse intervals employed.

用于保健和治疗的毛笔书写工具

本发明涉及一种书写毛笔或工具，具有一个或多个嵌入在或连接到书写毛笔或工具杆上的生物探测器，生物探测器记录使用者在书写或绘画时的与使用者的感觉、知觉、感情、识别和生理状态有关的生物学活动。来自探测器的传感信号可以提供使用者的书写动作的正在进行的信息且通过影响在传感信号中的变化而使使用者控制和调整书写全过程的身体状态，本发明具有改善使用者的总体健康和为体力上或精神上紊乱的使用者提供治疗。

Method of medical rehabilitation of working age patients in early and late recovery periods of ischemic stroke

FIELD: medicine. SUBSTANCE: invention refers to rehabilitation, restorative medicine, medical equipment, neurology and physiotherapy and can be used both in sanatorium-and-spa conditions, and outpatient in recovery of motor functions of patients after ischemic stroke (IS). Complex physiotherapy, exercise therapy and drug therapy are performed. Latter is Cortexin 10 mg IM, 10 daily injections. Parallel: (i) a transcranial electrotherapy with a feedback from the TETOS apparatus (TETOS-therapy), which is performed through electrodes oriented taking into account the international classification "10-20". During the first session, TETOS is sequentially: 1 – recording of initial brain bioelectric activity (BEA) for 1.5–2 minutes and its analysis, 2 – expert exposure: in the form of electric stimulation by bitemporal action using two-phase exponential current, exposure time 15 s, current intensity – by 20 % below threshold of patient's pain sensitivity, 3 – compensatory pause – 20 minutes. One of three types of patient's BEA reaction is recorded for exposure: a) diagnostic – in the form of changes in a number of BEA parameters; b) corrective, in case of which expert exposure is considered sufficient for BEA normalization; c) excessive, in which expert exposure causes EEG inversion to stimulation; (ii) performing exposure to dry carbonic baths (DCB) at temperature of 32–34 °C, flow rate – 20 l/min; (iii) low-frequency magnetotherapy (LfMT) is performed. DCB is carried out gradually increasing the concentration of carbon dioxide and reducing the exposure time according to the claim. LfMT is presented in the form of general magnetotherapy in the mode according to the invention formula. During TETOS-therapy in case of corrective and excessive reaction further exposure is postponed to the next session, where said sequence of first session receptions is repeated. In case of diagnostic reaction to expert exposure: a) if BEA parameters are changed by at least 75 %, ...

Induction system for a sound sleep by EEG monitoring

본 발명은 뇌파모니터링을 통한 숙면 유도 시스템에 관한 것으로, 뇌파센서와 블루투스 모듈을 구비하여 뇌파를 수집하고 수집된 뇌파를 스마트폰으로 전송하는 뇌파 감지 안대(A)와; 상기 뇌파 감지 안대(A)의 블루투스 모듈로부터 전송된 뇌파를 수신하여 앱(Application)으로 뇌파를 분석하여 분석 결과에 따라 통합 스탠드의 조명과 음향을 제어하는 스마트폰(B)및; 상기 스마트폰(B)에 연결되어 스마트폰(B)의 제어신호를 인터페이싱하는 I/O보드를 내장한 음향수단(b1)과 다양한 색상과 온도의 빛을 발광하는 조명수단(b2), 스위치(b3), 전면 표시부(b4), 내파 감지 안대 보관용 포켓(b5), 내파 감지 안대 충전용 잭(b6), 전원 공급라인(b7) 및 USB 포트(b8)로 이루어지는 통합 스탠드(C)로 구성되어 뇌파센서를 구비한 안대에 장착된 블루투스 모듈이 수집한 뇌파를 스마트폰으로 전송하고, 스마트폰의 앱으로 전송된 뇌파를 분석하여 분석 결과에 따라 통합스탠드의 조명과 음향을 조절함으로써 사용자의 수면과 숙면의 분위기를 최적화하고, 안대에 블루투스 모듈을 장착하는 것과 통합스탠드의 스피커를 제외하고, 기존의 스마트폰과 통합스탠드의 조명수단을 활용할 수 있을 뿐만 아니라 구성이 단순하고 간단하여 제품의 구현에 소요되는 비용이 최소화되어 경제성이 탁월하면서도 스마트폰의 기종이 상이하여도 손쉽게 채용할 수 있는 호환성이 뛰어난 각별한 장점이 있는 유용한 발명이다. [0001] The present invention relates to a sleep induction system through EEG monitoring, and includes an EEG sensing unit (A) for collecting EEG waves including an EEG sensor and a Bluetooth module, and transmitting collected EEG waves to a smartphone; A smartphone (B) receiving an EEG transmitted from a Bluetooth module of the EEG (A) and analyzing brain waves by an application and controlling illumination and sound of the integrated stand according to the analysis result; An acoustic means b1 connected to the smartphone B and having an I / O board for interfacing a control signal of the smartphone B, a lighting means b2 for emitting lights of various colors and temperatures, a switch (C) consisting of a front display section b4, a front display section b4, an inside-wave detection lining storage pocket b5, a lining detection lining charging jack b6, a power supply line b7 and a USB port b8. The EEG collected by the Bluetooth module installed on the lid having the EEG sensor is transmitted to the smartphone and the EEG transmitted to the app of the smartphone is analyzed and the lighting and sound of the integrated stand are controlled according to the analysis result. In addition to optimizing the mood of sleeping, installing the Bluetooth module in the lid ...

시간적 측정치를 이용하는 뇌 패턴의 분석

뇌의 신경 신호전달을 검출하기 위해 배열된 공간적으로 분포된 센서에 의해 획득된 신경생리학적 활동의 시계열을 나타내는 뇌 데이타의 집합을 얻는다 (예컨대, 자기뇌파검사의 이용에 의해). 뇌 데이타의 집합은 뇌 데이타의 집합 내의 상이한 시계열의 그룹화 간의 부분 교차 상관계수와 같은 통계적으로 독립적인 시간적 측정치의 집합을 기초로 하는 동력학 뇌 모형을 얻기 위해 프로세싱된다. 동력학 뇌 모형은 예를 들어 영차와 같은 시간 상으로 근접하여 발생하는 뇌의 신경 집단 간의 상호작용을 나타낸다. 동력학 뇌 모형은 뇌의 신경생리학적 평가를 얻기 위해 분석될 수 있다. 데이타 프로세싱 기술은 구조적 또는 신경화학적 뇌 병리학의 평가를 위해 이용될 수 있다. 뇌 패턴, 신경 신호전달, 동력학 뇌 모형, 신경생리학적 활동

Neural feedback system and method

本发明提供了一种计算机辅助改进神经反馈治疗的方法，包括：接收至少一患者大脑状态参数，该参数表明患者当前的大脑状态以便应用神经反馈治疗；将至少一个患者大脑状态参数与存储在数据集中的多个神经反馈治疗方法中的一神经反馈治疗方法集合相关联；对该神经反馈治疗方法集合中的成员进行迭代：从该神经反馈治疗方法集合中选择一个神经反馈治疗方法，其中，在每次迭代时选择另一个神经反馈治疗方法；将所述选择的神经反馈治疗方法实施于患者；依据由感测患者头部的至少一个传感器所输出的至少一个脑信号输出，计算与实施于患者所选择的神经反馈治疗方法相关的有效性参数；以及根据计算得到的有效性参数，选择一个有效神经反馈治疗方法。

Device used to provide information about at least one muscle of a patient

apparatus and method for reinforcing effective brain wave using sound volume

본 발명은 특정 유효 뇌파를 강화함에 있어서 유효 뇌파의 발생시에 해당 뇌파 강화 사운드의 음량을 증가시킴으로써 뉴로피드백의 원리에 의해 해당 유효 뇌파를 강화시키는 음량 변화를 이용한 유효 뇌파 강화 시스템 및 방법에 관한 것이다. 본 발명의 음량 변화를 이용한 유효 뇌파 강화 시스템은 뇌파를 감지하는 뇌파 감지기: 음향 출력 장치: 화상 출력 장치 및 상기 뇌파 감지기로부터 감지된 뇌파를 분석하는 뇌파 분석 모듈; 특정 유효 뇌파를 발생시키기 위한 영상이나 음성 데이터를 포함하는 멀티미디어 파일로 이루어진 뇌파자극파일이 저장되어 있는 뇌파자극파일 DB; 특정 유효 뇌파 강화용의 각종 오디오 파일이 저장되어 있는 뇌파강화파일 DB 및 상기 음향 출력 장치 및 상기 화상 출력 장치를 통해 상기 뇌파자극파일을 재생시킨 상태에서 상기 뇌파 분석 모듈로부터의 뇌파 분석 결과에 따라 원하는 특정 유효 뇌파의 발생 여부를 판단한 후에 해당 유효 뇌파가 발생하는 경우에 해당 유효 뇌파에 적합한 뇌파강화파일을 상기 뇌파강화파일 DB에서 출력하여 재생하고 재생 음량을 제어하는 제어 모듈을 포함하는 컴퓨팅 수단을 포함하여 이루어진다. The present invention relates to an effective EEG strengthening system and method using a volume change that enhances the effective EEG by the principle of neurofeedback by increasing the volume of the EEG-enhanced sound when the effective EEG is generated. An effective EEG strengthening system using the volume change of the present invention includes an EEG sensor for detecting an EEG: an audio output device: an EEG analysis module for analyzing an EEG detected from the image output device and the EEG detector; An EEG stimulus file DB, in which an EEG stimulus file including a multimedia file including image or audio data for generating a specific effective EEG is stored; According to the EEG analysis result from the EEG analysis module in the state in which the EEG strengthening file DB in which various audio files for specific EEG enhancement are stored, and the EEG stimulation file are reproduced through the sound output device and the image output device Comprising a control module including a control module for determining the occurrence of a specific effective EEG after the output of the EEG strengthening file suitable for the effective EEG and the control module for controlling the reproduction volume when the effective EEG occurs; It is done by

Portable wearable monitoring system

本文描述了一系列发明，包括一种或多种可穿戴设备(即附着或应用于肢体，躯体，头部，或其它身体区域的，以及适用于植入的或生理学可附接的系统)。这些系统具有适用于监控相关参数的一种能够进行诊断或预后监测的手段和适用于感兴趣的事件或健康状况的发生或检测的相应的分析确定和表征。一种应用涉及睡眠监测和关联EEG传感器。

Electroencephalogram measurement system using VR device and band

본 발명은 VR 장치가 결합되어 있는 밴드를 뇌파 측정장치에 사용하기 위해 밴드의 센서홀을 마련하며, 밴드의 센서홀을 통해 밴드와 뇌파 측정장치의 간섭을 방지할 수 있는 VR 장치 및 밴드를 이용한 뇌파 측정 시스템에 관한 것으로, 사용자의 머리에 씌워지는 덮개부와, 지정된 위치에서 상기 덮개부로부터 돌출되는 돌출센서를 포함하여 이루어진 뇌파 측정장치; 상기 뇌파 측정장치 위에 씌워지며, 상기 돌출센서가 돌출된 위치에 대응되는 위치에 센서홀이 마련되어 있는 밴드; 및 상기 밴드의 전면에 결합되며, 사용자의 눈에 배치되는 VR 장치;를 포함하여 이루어지며, 상기 밴드와 상기 VR 장치는, 상기 뇌파 측정장치가 씌워진 후, 상기 밴드의 상기 센서홀에 상기 뇌파 측정장치의 상기 돌출센서가 관통되면서 착용되는 것을 특징으로 하는 것이다. The present invention provides a band sensor hole for using the band combined with the VR device in the EEG measuring device, using the VR device and the band that can prevent the interference of the band and EEG measuring device through the band sensor hole An EEG measuring system, comprising: a cover covered on a user's head and an EEG measuring device including a protruding sensor protruding from the cover at a designated position; A band which is covered on the EEG measuring device and has a sensor hole at a position corresponding to the position at which the protruding sensor protrudes; And a VR device coupled to the front surface of the band and disposed in a user's eyes, wherein the band and the VR device are covered with the EEG measuring device, and the EEG measurement is performed in the sensor hole of the band. The protruding sensor of the device is characterized in that worn through.