KR102627718B1 - Smart scoliosis correction management system - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a smart scoliosis correction management system, and more specifically, to a smart scoliosis correction management system that can determine the tightness state of each part of the scoliosis correction brace using a pressure sensing pad and a position sensing pad. . For this purpose, the smart scoliosis correction management system includes a plurality of pressure sensing pads formed to be placed on a scoliosis correction aid, and a plurality of position sensing pads for detecting the contact state of each sensor in contact with each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads. and a calibration management device that simultaneously switches the plurality of pressure sensing pads to one of the switching-on mode and switching-off mode based on the contact state for each sensor, wherein the calibration management device switches the plurality of pressure sensing pads to one of the switching-on mode and switching-off mode. Accordingly, based on the result of comparison between the pressure value for each target area detected through the plurality of pressure sensing pads and the reference value, the tightness state for each area for the scoliosis correction brace is identified and output in different colors.

Description

Smart scoliosis correction management system {SMART SCOLIOSIS CORRECTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM}

The present invention relates to a smart scoliosis correction management system, and more specifically, to a smart scoliosis correction management system that can determine the tightness state of each part of the scoliosis correction brace using a pressure sensing pad and a position sensing pad. .

The spine refers to the bones that maintain the main skeleton in humans, including the neck, back, waist, hips, and tail. The spine is specifically divided into 7 cervical vertebrae (cervical vertebrae), 12 chest vertebrae (thoracic vertebrae), 5 lumbar vertebrae (lumbar vertebrae), 5 sacrum vertebrae (sacral vertebrae), and 4 coccyx vertebrae.

Meanwhile, within the spine, there is a spinal cord, a bundle of nerves originating from the brain, which serves to connect the brain, which is the central nervous system, with the peripheral organs, which are the peripheral nervous system. As mentioned above, the spine is a very important part of the body, and suffering from spinal diseases causes many obstacles in daily life.

The normal spine is straight when viewed from the front, but when viewed from the side, the cervical and lumbar spine are curved forward (lordosis), and the thoracic and sacral spine are curved backward (kyphosis). Scoliosis refers to a sideways curve of the spine when viewed from the front, but in reality, it is not a simple two-dimensional deformity, but is accompanied by rotational deformation of the vertebral body itself, so it is a three-dimensional deformity rather than a normal curve even when viewed from the side.

Representative spinal diseases include cervical intervertebral disc herniation, scoliosis, low back pain syndrome, and intervertebral disc herniation. In particular, scoliosis is one of the representative spinal deformities. The human spine has a 'curve', which means a 'curved state' or 'curved state'. The curvature of the spine is the normal curve that appears in normal people and the curve in normal people. There is an abnormal curve that cannot be seen.

This kind of scoliosis occurs frequently during the growth period, with about half of all scoliosis patients being teenagers.

There are many causes that can cause scoliosis, but the cause of most scoliosis (85-90%) is unknown, and these cases are called idiopathic scoliosis. Patients with the most common adolescent idiopathic scoliosis usually complain of only spinal deformity without any symptoms, but in rare cases where symptoms are present, back pain is the most common symptom. It is difficult to determine the exact frequency of back pain in patients with scoliosis, and it is known to be unrelated to the area or degree of curvature of the spine and the degree of degenerative arthritis of the spine.

In particular, if scoliosis is detected early, the progression to a severe curve can be prevented with conservative measures such as wearing an appropriate brace. Bracing treatment is effective for patients whose scoliosis is flexible and can be easily corrected, whose scoliosis angle is between 20 and 40 degrees, and who have at least two years of growth remaining. If the scoliosis of the spine is judged to be gradually progressing in patients before or within 1 year after menarche, brace treatment is performed.

The purpose of wearing such an orthosis is to correct the curve while allowing growth of the spine, and to prevent progression of the curve by maintaining the correction until the patient's growth is complete.

However, the existing braces in the scoliosis market cannot objectively know the appropriate pressure intensity when the wearer wears it themselves, so it relies entirely on the expert's check, and the pressure intensity changes each time it is worn and is unclear, and there are times and The downside is that the location is limited.

Accordingly, in the present invention, when wearing a scoliosis brace, the user can directly check the objective wearing condition every time it is worn, so consistent wearing effects can be expected, time opportunity costs are reduced, and more professional and objective services are provided. We would like to provide a smart scoliosis correction management system that can be provided.

(0001) Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2020-0062572 (2020.06.04.) (0002) Japanese Patent Publication No. 2007-526813 (2007.09.20.) (0003) Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2023-0117033 (2023.08.07) (0004) Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1918256 (2018.11.07)

The present invention is to solve the above problems, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a smart scoliosis correction management system that can determine the tightness state of each part of the scoliosis correction aid using a pressure sensing pad and a position sensing pad. It is intended to provide.

The above and other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description of preferred embodiments.

A smart scoliosis correction management system according to an embodiment of the present invention to achieve the above object includes a plurality of pressure sensing pads formed to be placed on a scoliosis correction aid, and a sensor contacting each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads. A calibration management device that switches the plurality of position sensing pads to one of a switching on mode and a switching off mode at once based on the contact state of each sensor and a plurality of position sensing pads for detecting the contact state of each sensor. It includes, wherein the correction management device tightens the scoliosis correction aid for each area based on a comparison result between the pressure value for each target area detected through the plurality of pressure sensing pads and the reference value according to the switching on mode. Statuses are identified and output in different colors.

A smart scoliosis correction management system according to another embodiment of the present invention to achieve the above object includes a plurality of position sensing pads directly attached to the user's body and arranged at each position in contact with the plurality of position sensing pads. A scoliosis correction aid having a plurality of pressure sensing pads and formed to be wearable on the user's body, based on a comparison result between a pressure value for each target area detected through the plurality of pressure sensing pads and a reference value, A correction management device that diagnoses the tightening status of each part of the orthodontic brace and an integrated management server that selectively provides a correction management service for monitoring the user's correction status information based on the tightening status of each part to the correction management device. The correction status information includes correction accumulation time for each brace of the user, wearing scanning graphics according to images before and after wearing the brace, whether the brace is subject to replacement, and status response information.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, by determining the tightness state of each part of the scoliosis correction aid using a pressure sensing pad and a position sensing pad, it is possible to guide accurate wearing of the scoliosis correction brace without the help of an expert.

In addition, by monitoring correction status information in real time through the correction management service, the correction effect of the scoliosis correction aid can be maximized.

Figure 1 is a diagram showing a smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2A is an exemplary diagram showing the scoliosis correction aid 10 of FIG. 1, and FIG. 2B is an exemplary diagram showing an attachment method to a plurality of position sensing pads 200_1 to 200_N of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the configuration of a first pressure sensing pad (eg, 100_1) among the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) in FIG. 1.
FIG. 4 is a diagram showing the configuration of a first position sensing pad (eg, 200_1) among the plurality of position sensing pads 200_1 to 200_N in FIG. 1.
Figure 5 is a diagram showing another embodiment of the smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 of Figure 1.
FIG. 6 is a block diagram specifically illustrating an embodiment of the integrated management server 400 of FIG. 5.
FIG. 7 is a block diagram for specifically explaining an embodiment of the integrated service unit 430 of FIG. 6.
FIG. 8 is a block diagram specifically illustrating an embodiment of the diagnosis unit 434 of FIG. 7.

Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to embodiments of the present invention and drawings. These examples are merely presented as examples to explain the present invention in more detail, and it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the scope of the present invention is not limited by these examples. .

Additionally, unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains, and in case of conflict, this specification including definitions The description will take precedence.

In order to clearly explain the proposed invention in the drawings, parts unrelated to the description have been omitted, and similar reference numerals have been assigned to similar parts throughout the specification. And, when it is said that a part "includes" a certain component, this means that it does not exclude other components, but may further include other components, unless specifically stated to the contrary. Additionally, “unit” as used in the specification refers to a unit or block that performs a specific function.

Collection codes (1st, 2nd, etc.) for each step are used for convenience of explanation. The collection codes do not explain the order of each step, and each step does not clearly state a specific order in context. It may be carried out differently from the order specified above. That is, each step may be performed in the same order as specified, may be performed substantially simultaneously, or may be performed in the opposite order.

Figure 1 is a diagram showing a smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 2a is an exemplary diagram showing the scoliosis correction assist device 10 of Figure 1, and Figure 2b is a plurality of Figure 1. It is an example diagram showing an attachment method to the position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N), and FIG. 3 shows the configuration of the first pressure sensing pad (e.g., 100_1) among the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) in FIG. 4 is a diagram showing the configuration of a first position sensing pad (eg, 200_1) among the plurality of position sensing pads 200_1 to 200_N in FIG. 1.

1 to 4, the smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 includes a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N), a plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N), and a terminal device 300. may include.

First, a plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N may be formed to be disposed in preset areas of the scoliosis correction aid 10 for correcting scoliosis.

At this time, the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) can detect the pressure value for each target area applied by the scoliosis correction aid (10) to the user's body when the user wears the scoliosis correction aid (10). .

As shown in Figures 3(A) and 3(B), each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N includes a first communication module 110, a pressure sensor 120, a battery 130, and a sensor. It may include a main circuit 140 and a cover form 150.

Specifically, the first communication module 110 can perform short-distance communication with the calibration management device 300. The pressure sensor 120 can detect the pressure that the scoliosis correction aid 10 applies to the user's body. The battery 130 may supply power to the pressure sensor 120 and the first communication module 110. The sensor main circuit 140 can electrically connect and disconnect the pressure sensor 120 and the first communication module 110 to the battery 130. The cover form 150 may be formed to accommodate the pressure sensor 120, the first communication module 110, and the main circuit 140 inside.

At this time, the battery 130 is electrically connected to the first communication module 110 and the pressure sensor 120 through the sensor main circuit 140, and at the same time, the cover form is detachable from the outside of the scoliosis correction aid 10. 150) can be placed on the outer surface.

Next, the plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N) can individually detect the contact state of each sensor in contact with each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N).

Each of these plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N) may be formed to be attachable to a target area before the user wears the scoliosis correction aid 10.

As shown in FIG. 4, each of the plurality of position sensing pads 200_1 to 200_N may include a tactile sensor 210, a second communication module 220, and a band member 230.

Specifically, the tactile sensor 210 can detect either the material or the pressure shape with which the cover form 150 is in contact. The second communication module 220 can transmit the contact status of each sensor to the calibration management device 300 through short-distance communication based on either the material or pressure shape detected through the tactile sensor 210. The band member 230 can be formed to accommodate the tactile sensor 210 and the second communication module 220 inside and at the same time attach it to the user's body.

Next, the calibration management device 300 switches on the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) based on the contact status of each sensor transmitted through short-distance communication from the plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N). It can be switched to either operation mode at once: mode or switching-off mode.

Specifically, the calibration management device 300 may operate the plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N in switching-on mode when the contact state for each sensor is normal. Additionally, when the contact state for each sensor is abnormal, the calibration management device 300 can maximize power efficiency by maintaining the plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N in a switching-off mode.

According to one embodiment, the correction management device 300 is based on a comparison result between the pressure value for each target area detected through a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) operating in a switching-on mode and a reference value, The tightening status of each part of the scoliosis correction brace (10) can be identified and printed in different colors.

Specifically, when the pressure value for each target area corresponds to the standard value range, the correction management device 300 may output the tightening state for each area in green color. Additionally, if the pressure value for each target area is smaller than the standard value range, the correction management device 300 may output the tightening status for each area in yellow. Additionally, if the pressure value for each target area is greater than the standard value range, the correction management device 300 may output the tightening status for each area in red.

According to another embodiment, the correction management device 300 may perform a guide mode to guide the wearing position for each part of the scoliosis correction brace 10 in the switching-off mode.

Here, the guide mode may be a mode that outputs a guide screen for correcting the wearing position for each part and simultaneously operates at least one of the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) individually in switching-on mode for a certain period of time.

Accordingly, the correction management device 300 performs the guide mode in the switching-off mode, allowing the user to more easily adjust the wearing position of the scoliosis correction aid 10 for each part before correction.

This correction management device 300 is a user terminal owned by a user using the scoliosis correction aid 10 or a guardian terminal owned by a guardian who cares for the user, and can be implemented as a computer, portable terminal, or television capable of communication. You can.

For example, the correction management device 300 is a laptop, desktop, laptop equipped with a web browser, a wireless communication device that guarantees portability and mobility, and a PCS (Personal Communication System), GSM ( Global System for Mobile communications), PDC (Personal Digital Cellular), PHS (Personal Handyphone System), PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), IMT (International Mobile Telecommunication)-2000, CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) 2000, W-CDMA ( It includes all types of handheld-based wireless communication devices such as W-Code Division Multiple Access (W-Code Division Multiple Access), Wibro (Wireless Broadband Internet) terminals, and smart phones. Additionally, television includes Internet Protocol Television (IPTV), Internet Television, terrestrial TV, and cable TV.

Hereinafter, the configuration of the present invention and its effects will be described in more detail through specific examples and comparative examples. However, these examples are for illustrating the present invention in more detail, and the scope of the present invention is not limited to these examples.

Figure 5 is a diagram showing another embodiment of the smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 of Figure 1.

1 to 5, the smart scoliosis correction management system 1000 includes a scoliosis correction aid 10, a plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N, and a plurality of position sensing pads 200_1 to 200_N. 200_N), a correction management device 300, and an integrated management server 400.

First, the scoliosis correction aid 10 may be configured to be worn on the user's body in order to correct scoliosis.

Next, a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) are placed at preset positions of the scoliosis correction aid (10) in order to sense pressure values for each target area applied by the scoliosis correction aid (10) to the user's body. It can be.

Next, the plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N) may be formed to be directly attached to the user's body in order to individually detect the contact state of each sensor in contact with each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N). there is.

Next, the correction management device 300 receives sensing information transmitted through short-distance communication to a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) and a plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N) and the scoliosis correction assist device (10). The tightening status of each part can be transmitted through the network.

Here, the sensing information may include pressure values for each target area and contact status for each sensor.

Next, the integrated management server 400 selectively provides the calibration management device 300 with a calibration management service for monitoring the user's calibration status information based on the tightening status of each part transmitted from the calibration management device 300. can do.

Here, the user's correction status information may include the user's correction accumulation time for each brace, wearing scanning graphics according to images before and after wearing the brace, whether the brace is subject to replacement, and an improvement status response keyword.

At this time, the correction management service may be an app or program provided and installed on the correction management device 300 from the integrated management server 400 through a web server.

Depending on the embodiment, the integrated management server 400 may limit the available period for the correction management service.

Specifically, the integrated management server 400 may transmit each wake-up signal to a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) and a plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N) through the calibration management service. Then, the integrated management server 400 responds with product information corresponding to each wake-up signal through a calibration management service from a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) and a plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N). You can receive it.

At this time, the integrated management server 400 generates a plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) and a plurality of position sensing pads based on the correspondence between the product information corresponding to each wake-up signal and the pre-registered product information list. You can verify the authenticity of (200_1~200_N). Thereafter, the integrated management server 400 determines the available period for the calibration management service based on the product authentication history for the plurality of pressure sensing pads (100_1 to 100_N) and the plurality of position sensing pads (200_1 to 200_N). It can be limited.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram specifically illustrating an embodiment of the integrated management server 400 of FIG. 5.

When described with reference to FIGS. 5 and 6 , the integrated management server 400 may include an information registration unit 410, a graphic drawing unit 420, and an integrated service unit 430.

First, the information register 410 can adjust the standard value registered in the correction management device 300 based on user information received from the correction management device 300 through the correction management service.

Here, the user information may include age information, name information, physical information, and the degree of curvature of the spine.

For example, if the degree of curvature of the scoliosis is above a certain level or the age information is below the standard age, the information register 410 may reduce the standard value registered in the correction management device 300 by a certain ratio.

Next, the graphic drawing unit 420 can draw step-by-step wearing scanning graphics based on the before and after images of the scoliosis correction brace 10 uploaded through the correction management service from the correction management device 300.

Here, the step-by-step wearing scanning graphic may refer to the correction state image predicted between the images before and after wearing the brace according to the pressure value for each target area.

At this time, the graphic drawing unit 420 can classify and store step-by-step wearing scanning graphics in the storage DB 500 according to user information.

Next, the integrated service unit 430 selects a wearer from step-by-step wearing scanning graphics based on the pressure values for each target area transmitted in real time from the plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N through the correction management device 300. You can explore scanning graphics.

At this time, the integrated service unit 430 can service one wearable scanning graphic to the correction management device 300 through the correction management service.

FIG. 7 is a block diagram for specifically explaining an embodiment of the integrated service unit 430 of FIG. 6.

When described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 7 , the integrated service unit 430 may include a cumulative time record unit 431, a question and answer unit 432, a reset unit 433, and a diagnosis unit 434.

First, the time recording unit 431 can record the cumulative wearing time by accumulating pressure values for each target area transmitted in real time through the correction management device 300 from the plurality of pressure sensing pads 100_1 to 100_N.

Next, the question and answer unit 432 provides the correction management device 300 with a question and answer service to confirm the improvement status grade based on the accumulated wearing time recorded through the time recorder 431, thereby providing a status response. You can receive information in response.

For example, when the cumulative wearing time exceeds a certain time, the question-and-answer unit 432 may provide a question-and-answer service to the correction management device 300.

Next, the reset unit 433 may extract a customized reference value corresponding to the improvement status grade from the storage DB 500 based on the improvement status grade confirmed from the status response information.

At this time, the reset unit 433 may reset the reference value registered in the calibration management device 300 to a customized reference value.

Next, the diagnosis unit 434 determines whether the scoliosis correction brace 10 is a replacement target based on the user posture image captured when requesting a specific posture image from the correction management device 300 through the correction management service. It can be diagnosed.

For example, if the posture shape detected from the user posture image corresponds to a preset abnormal posture shape, the diagnosis unit 434 may diagnose the scoliosis correction brace 10 as a replacement target.

FIG. 8 is a block diagram specifically illustrating an embodiment of the diagnosis unit 434 of FIG. 7.

When described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 8 , the diagnosis unit 434 may include a collection unit 434_1, a labeling unit 434_2, a modeling unit 434_3, and an image diagnosis unit 434_4.

First, the collection unit 434_1 may collect in advance specific posture images for each user using each scoliosis correction aid (eg, 10_1 to 10_N) and store them in the storage DB 500.

Next, the labeling unit 434_2 may identify and label the replacement history target for the specific posture image for each user stored in the storage DB 500 from an expert terminal (not shown).

Next, the modeling unit 434_3 can model an artificial intelligence-based replacement diagnosis model by learning through machine learning using a specific posture image for each user as an input and an output value corresponding to the replacement history target as an output.

Here, the artificial intelligence-based replacement diagnosis model may be any one of the following algorithms: Artificial Neural Network, SVM (Support Vector Machine), Decision Tree, and Random Forest.

This artificial intelligence-based replacement diagnosis model can receive the user's posture image as input and output an output probability value corresponding to the replacement history target.

For example, artificial neural networks are mainly used in deep learning, are statistical learning algorithms inspired by machine learning and neural networks in biology, and can be convolutional neural networks that include feature extraction neural networks and classification neural networks. At this time, the convolutional neural network is a type of deep, feed-forward artificial neural network used to analyze visual images. It can be divided into the process of extracting image features and classifying classes, extracting and extracting features of a specific image, and Images can be recognized based on the features provided.

Next, the image diagnosis unit 434_4 is based on the output probability value derived by applying the user posture image transmitted from the correction management device 300 to the artificial intelligence-based replacement diagnosis model, to the scoliosis correction brace 10. You can diagnose whether it is a candidate for replacement.

According to the embodiment, the image diagnosis unit 434_4 grants the right to write a post on the brace used product transaction page 2000 based on whether the scoliosis correction aid 10 is subject to replacement through the correction management service. It can be assigned to (300).

Here, the used brace product transaction page (2000) may be a web page that can be converted to pages through a proofreading management service.

In this specification, only a few examples of various embodiments implemented by the present inventors are described, but the technical idea of the present invention is not limited or limited thereto, and of course, it can be modified and implemented in various ways by those skilled in the art.

10: Scoliosis correction brace
100_1~100_N: Multiple pressure sensing pads
200_1~200_N: Multiple position sensing pads
300: Correction management device
400: Integrated management server
1000, 1000_1: Smart scoliosis correction management system

Claims (7)

A plurality of pressure sensing pads formed to be placed on a scoliosis correction brace;
a plurality of position sensing pads for detecting a contact state of each sensor in contact with each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads; and
Based on the contact state of each sensor, it includes a calibration management device that switches the plurality of pressure sensing pads to one of a switching on mode and a switching off mode at once,
The correction management device determines the tightening state for each area of the scoliosis correction aid based on a comparison result between the pressure value for each target area detected through the plurality of pressure sensing pads in accordance with the switching-on mode and the reference value. Identified and printed in different colors,
Each of the plurality of pressure sensing pads includes a first communication module that performs short-distance communication with the calibration management device;
A pressure sensor that detects pressure applied to the user's body by the scoliosis correction aid;
a battery for supplying power to the pressure sensor and the first communication module;
a sensor main circuit that electrically connects and disconnects the pressure sensor and the first communication module to the battery;
It includes a cover form formed to accommodate the pressure sensor, the first communication module, and the sensor main circuit inside,
Each of the plurality of position sensing pads includes a tactile sensor that detects one of the material and pressure shape with which the cover form is contacted;
A second communication module that transmits the contact state of each sensor to the calibration management device through short-distance communication based on one of the material and pressure shape detected through the tactile sensor; and
It includes a band member formed in a form that accommodates the tactile sensor and the second communication module inside and can be attached to the user's body,
The calibration management device operates the plurality of pressure sensing pads in switching-on mode when the contact state for each sensor is normal,
When the contact state for each sensor is abnormal, the plurality of pressure sensing pads are maintained in a switching-off mode,
In the switching-off mode, a guide mode is performed to guide the wearing position for each part of the scoliosis correction aid,
The guide mode is a smart scoliosis correction management system that outputs a guide screen and simultaneously operates at least one of the plurality of pressure sensing pads individually in a switching-on mode for a certain period of time.







delete delete delete delete delete delete