Abstract:
Aufhebehilfe an einem stockartigen Gegenstand, der eine Gehstütze oder ein Arbeitsgerät sein kann. Die Aufhebehilfe ist an dem Stock (1) der Gehhilfe oder an dem Stiel (100) des Arbeitsgerätes um eine Lagerachse (31) schwenkbar und sich längs des Stockes (1) oder Stiels (100) erstreckend angebracht und umfasst ein Zusatzgriffteil (2) mit einem Scheibenkopf (21) und einem Zeigerarm (22). Der stockartige Gegenstand besitzt eine bevorzugte Umfallrichtung und die Aufhebehilfe ist so an dem stockartigen Gegenstand angebracht, dass er bei seinem Umfallen auf dem Scheibenkopf (21) aufschlägt und der Zeigerarm (22) gegenüber dem Stock (1) oder Stiel (100) aufgerichtet wird.
Abstract:
[0045] In some embodiments, apparatus and systems for controlling exoskeleton devices, and more particularly, smart crutches configured for sensing an environment and processing the sensed data to control the movement of exoskeleton devices over various types of surfaces are presented. In some embodiments, the smart crutches may comprise sensors configured to sense the state of the exoskeleton, the crutches and the surrounding environment, and to transmit such measurements to various components of the crutch and/or exoskeleton such as processing units, user interfaces, etc. In some embodiments, the processing unit may generate instructions for the exoskeleton and/or the crutches to carry out based on the measurements.
Abstract:
[0045] In some embodiments, apparatus and systems for controlling exoskeleton devices, and more particularly, smart crutches configured for sensing an environment and processing the sensed data to control the movement of exoskeleton devices over various types of surfaces are presented. In some embodiments, the smart crutches may comprise sensors configured to sense the state of the exoskeleton, the crutches and the surrounding environment, and to transmit such measurements to various components of the crutch and/or exoskeleton such as processing units, user interfaces, etc. In some embodiments, the processing unit may generate instructions for the exoskeleton and/or the crutches to carry out based on the measurements.
Abstract:
In various embodiments a method of synergistically using a neuromodulation stimulator and a robotic exoskeleton for the restoration of voluntary movement and greater muscle activation in chronically paralyzed subjects is provided. The noninvasive neuromodulation system delivers signals to facilitate the restoration and/or enhancement of neurological function where at least one effect is strengthened stepping capacity that can be further substantiated when coupled with robotic exoskeleton assistance.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a system for assisting a person in walking, comprising a measurement unit for measuring physiological data including vital sign data and movement data of the person; an activity ability determination unit which is configured to determine a frailty state of the person based on the vital sign data, and to determine walking characteristics of the person based on the movement data; an activity program unit which is configured to select and continuously update a walking program based on the determined frailty state of the person and the determined walking characteristics of the person.
Abstract:
In one embodiment, a kinetic shape is designed by determining an applied force to be applied to an object that is to incorporate the kinetic shape, determining a reactive force that is desired to be produced in response to the applied force, inputting the applied force and the reactive force into a kinetic shape equation, and solving the equation to obtain the kinetic shape.
Abstract:
A system for monitoring the use of a walker comprising: at least one sensor adapted for retrofitting to a walker, for measuring a physical parameter at at least one location on the walker and for sending at least one feedback signal indicating a value of the physical parameter measured.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to an auxiliary device (16) adapted to be attached to a crutch (15), which crutch (15) comprises a rod-like body (11), an armrest (17) attached at one end of the rod-like body (18), and a handle (19) remotely placed from the armrest (17) and extending transversely from the rod-like body (11) at a front side of the rod¬ like body, wherein the device (16) comprises a substantially flat plate (10) provided with an attachment means (6,7) for attaching the device (16) to the crutch (15) at a rear side of the rod-like body (11), opposite the front side of the rod-like body (11), such that the substantially flat plate (10) can extend along a portion of the rear side of the rod-like body (11) such that the crutch (15) may lean on a support without falling. Also, the present invention relates to a crutch system, wherein the system comprises a crutch (15) and a device (16) as described above.
Abstract:
A cushion assembly suitable for attachment to a handle, such as a handle on a crutch, having a resilient cushion element arranged to be positioned on the palmar facing area of a handle, and having means of fastening the cushion element on the handle. The fastening means includes a tubular chassis that partially surrounds the handle, and the cushion element is attached to the chassis, which is directed towards the palmar facing area of the handle. The cushion assembly allows the users fingers and thumb to maintain a firm grip on an exposed area of the handle. This prevents any undesirable lateral movement of the cushion assembly. The cushion element is detachable and maybe held within a pocket on the chassis.